Rare Birthdays In April

The Birthday of the Infanta by Oscar Wilde is a richly detailed narrative that blends beauty with tragedy, exploring complex themes of love, loss, and human nature. The Body Snatcher by Robert Louis Stevenson, this short story focuses on a group of men who meet regularly at an inn and become involved in a mysterious encounter with a renowned doctor. The story explores themes of identity, morality, and the weight of past actions. The Nose by Nikolai Gogol is an absurd and satirical tale that tells the strange story of a barber who finds a nose in a bun in Saint Petersburg. This discovery triggers a series of comical and peculiar events in the plot. The Most Dangerous Game (aka The Hounds of Zaroff) by Richard Connell, is a classic work of literature that tells a story of action and adventure with horror overtones. The plot follows two hunters, one turned prey on a mysterious island.The Great Keinplatz Experiment by Sir. Arhutr Conan Doyle, this book tells a story about a peculiar experiment carried out in the fictional town of Keinplatz. Through an immersive narrative and intriguing characters, The Book explores themes of scientific curiosity and human behavior.The Monkey's Paw by W. W. Jacobs, this book tells the story of a magical monkey's paw that grants its owner three wishes, with unexpected and tragic consequences. The plot revolves around themes of destiny, consequences and the supernatural, creating a captivating and somber narrative. The Lady with the Little Dog by Anton Chekhov is a story that follows Dmitri Gomov, a married man who begins an affair with Anna Sergueyevna, a woman who is also engaged. The narrative explores the complexities of love, infidelity and human emotions against a backdrop of society and social conventions.

For twenty years since his soul had transmigrated, Bailuo thought this was an ordinary world, until one day, a black leather book appeared in his mind. "Is there magic in this world?" Facing Bailuo's question, his uncle remained unwavering as he said, "No." "But there are miracles." "What are miracles?" "A sword that can release flames, a pot that can pour out gold, a beautiful girl grown from a fruit." The uncle said, "Controlling the mist, bringing the storm, commanding the thunder." "Magic!" Bailuo raised his hand and pointed, "This is definitely magic!" "No." His uncle said, "These are truly miracles." Years later, when Bailuo looked upon the nation he had built with his own hands, that magnificent and majestic sight, he agreed with what his uncle had said all those years ago, "This is a miracle..."

Rise of the Abandoned Princess: The Phoenix from the Ashes For decades, the tyrant king has ruled with an iron fist, crushing all who dared to oppose him. His reign of terror has left the kingdom in despair, and the brave souls who rose to challenge him were swiftly silenced, their efforts reduced to dust. The people have resigned themselves to a life of oppression, their hope dimmed to a flicker. But fate is not without its twists. When the king is blessed with a daughter, it is quickly revealed that the princess has no spirit root, the mystical essence that signifies power and destiny. Disgusted by what he deems her uselessness, the king orders the infant cast into the wilderness, to perish unnoticed and forgotten. Yet, what the king could never foresee is that the very child he abandoned is destined to rise from the ashes of his cruelty. Surviving against all odds, the forsaken princess grows in secret, forged by hardship and driven by an unyielding fire. As whispers of her survival spread and her hidden strength awakens, she becomes the beacon of hope the people have been yearning for. The tyrant king’s worst fear begins to take shape—the one he discarded will be the one to end his reign. In a tale of resilience and retribution, the abandoned princess will rise to reclaim her place and ignite a revolution that will bring the kingdom to its knees.

This Novel is dropped.

Casey terjebak di sebuah game perempuan yang dikenal sebagai otome game. Game tersebut adalah game bergenre dating simulation yang menceritakan 4 pria dengan tipe berbeda. mulai dari tipe dingin, manja, humoris dan juga charming. Keempat pria tersebut terlihat sempurna jika dilihat sekilas, padahal masing-masing memiliki latar belakang yang kelam. Casey masuk ke dalam dunia tersebut sebagai Gwen Valerian sang heroine utama yang akan menjadi seorang pelayan di mansion kediaman mereka. Untuk kembali ke dunia aslinya, ia harus memilih rute yang tepat di dalam game berjudul A Mirror Family. Apakah Casey bisa melaluinya dan kembali ke dunia asli ataukah ia terlalu nyaman di sana karena dikelilingi pria-pria tampan dengan berbagai tipe menawan?

Casey is trapped in a girls' game known as an otome game. The game is a dating simulation game that tells the story of four men with different types. Starting from the cold type, spoiled, humorous and also charming, At first glance, all four men look perfect, even though each of them has a dark background. Casey enters the world as Gwen Valerian, the main heroine who will become a maid in their mansion. To return to the real world, she must choose the right route in a game called "A Mirror Family." Will Casey be able to get through it and return to the real world, or is she too comfortable there because she is surrounded by handsome men with all kinds of charm?

The first day of school doesn't go as planned. Nikko is late and he's literally running to school. He's so nervous, and the random guy that laughed at him while rushing through a crossroad, didn't add up to his mood.... *I am not an owner of the cover photo*

How would you feel when you died and saw yourself in the future but this future is not one you wished for even your enemy to wake up to. When Captain Aria, a decorated soldier medic, is killed in battle, she is mysteriously transported to a damaged future, where she must navigate through an apocalypse, she must confront her own mortality, and fight to restore hope in a desperate world. In the year 2024, Captain Aria , a highly skilled and fearless soldier medic was part of an elite special forces unit. During this critical mission, she was fatally wounded and left for dead. However, Aria's death is only the beginning as She was thrown through time and space to the year 2178, where a catastrophic apocalypse has transformed the world into a wasteland. Aria awakens in a harsh, unfamiliar landscape that has been scarred by environmental disasters, nuclear devastation, and mutated insects. The once blue skies is now a toxic haze that reeks of ash and smoke. Aria was determined to survive this apocalypse and as she struggles to survive with her marine skills, she discovers some scattered survivors and someone she held dear. *** Released times are every day. I might release from 1_4 chapters a day so expect to read continuously. hehe ******** NOTE: This book is participating in Cupid Quill October so please your vote, gifts and comments is deeply appreciated

A loving family , perfect country , perfect wife , perfect mistress , perfect husband , perfect mother. it's just perfect.

Andrew was a king until.. everything changed when he found out he was a rare human?????? ???

Nagao Deri, a reincarnated person with memory loss, was sent to an isekai world. Even so, he obtained a class that was very mysterious but over-powerful. On his journey, he discovers the reason why he was sent to the isekai world and who his enemy really is.

“I only want you, Maximus. I already told my parents that I love you and I'm going to marry you. No one else.” Aurora indignantly exclaimed. Max was shaking his head from what he heard. “No. No. You’re not being fair, Aurora.” He felt himself losing his strength as well as any chance to change her mind. Max leaned his body at the back of the single chair, almost sitting on it. He tugged on his necktie, needing some more air. His gaze fell on the ground. He’s powerless against his father. He won’t be able to protect his girlfriend from his family. He didn’t notice that Aurora was already in front of him. He just felt her palm on his cheeks, caressing it gently. He looked up to her. “You’re not fair.” He mumbled weakly. Like a defeated child. She’s rubbing her thumb against his cheeks. “The world’s not fair, Max.” Shaking her head. “It’s never fair.” She commented breathlessly. “You get everything you want.” He ignored her actions. He’d gone numb all over. This girl was too much of everything. Too selfish to even understand how he felt. “No. I don’t have your heart.” Max swatted her hand away and stood up straight. He chuckled at her response and halted. He shook his head as he looked at her straight in the eyes. “You won’t. You don’t even have one.” ************** Aurora Fontalva got everything except the heart of a certain man. She only wants Max. But how can she make him fall for her when he already had someone? He loves his girlfriend. Maximus D’Arco can’t escape his family’s wish for him to marry the only Fontalva heiress. Worse, Aurora even blackmailed him, or his girlfriend would suffer. Why would he fall for someone who doesn’t even care about his feelings? Only his girlfriend does. Is there really a thin line between love and hate? What if the thread breaks? **************** AN: Be warned!!! This is not your typical romance. As the story progresses, it tackles family, career, toxic relationships, twisted attraction, love, hate, lust, and heavy drama. And there are cases in which you can be sensitive. Lastly, this is not for the weak of heart. Please read the FOREWORD. Thank you.

Read about Haru and her struggle of being known as Gabriel Higashiyama (Natasha's Son) daughter. She wants to make her own legacy. She has her friends to help her every step of the way. * This is just a spin-off, Natasha: What Is True Love. Every Friday.

Life is given for free but happiness comes with a cost that many can't afford to pay. *********** Even with the dark grey clouds that hovered over the vast sky and the dim light provided by the fire torch that was on the verge of being blown off by the wind, he could still see the glimmer in her eyes. The very same glimmer that appeared in those brown eyes everytime she was happy and for some reason, tonight he was unable to resist hir urges to steal a part of her. She was still standing by the door waiting for him to leave but he had not taken more than three steps before he halted and turned. His features were darker in contrast to the white shirt that he wore and the look on his face was a predatory one. Instead of getting scared, she watched him take the three stairs that led to her room's door and he was a few inches away from her, he finally spoke up. "If there is one thing that I hate, it's having regrets and I know that I will regret if I do not do this." A part of her was confused by his words and another part felt like she knew what he meant by those words. Before she even had a chance to contemplate on what he had just said, he leaned closer, curled his index finger on her pointed chin and tilted her in an angle such that she could feel his cold breath on her face that caused a shiver to run down her spine. Like she had been hypnotized, all she could do was to stare in those obsidian eyes that had held her captive. "This is a mistake that I want to commit again and again." His breath fanned on her face and goosebumps formed on her skin. Not because of the wind, but because of the effect he had on her. If it was some time before, she would have probably pushed him away or maybe escaped but as time had passed by, her feelings towards him had changed...

Amara is a beautiful, charming girl who never imagined that her life could transit into the circle of wealthy people in a day. She was invited by her best friend, Teni, to attend her brother's birthday party one faithful day, and there she was opened to another world, a world of extravagance. Dennis, the billionaire birthday celebrant, was used to many ladies seeking his attention. As the champagne is being popped, a young lady walks in. He almost dropped the cup of glass he was holding. Amara didn't dress luxuriously as others but there is something about how she took her steps, the gaze of her eyes that Dennis couldn't resist. How did she get in here? Was the question in the mind, of Dennis. A few moments later, Dennis makes his findings to know who has brought the young lady to his birthday party. Through his patience and observation, he knew his sis brought her. Their paths later cross, and Dennis is left to battle the difference in their Social class. In a world where status is of priority, can two hearts from different worlds come together and beat as one? Billionaire’s Birthday Party is a heartwarming tale of love, trust, and breaking boundaries.

Dillon Grendel, a poor college student who worked as a delivery guy for a big delivery company found his girlfriend cheating on him during one of his deliveries. She broke up with him there and he was beaten up by her new boyfriend's friends. That same day, he lost his job due to the bad feedback given by this same group of people. Dillon found his way to a lake where he planned to end his life, but instead, caught some guys trying to molest a female. He tried to save her, but ended up being beaten up by them as well. Life was leaving him, but when he glanced towards the direction of the girl who was curled up in a corner, shaking from fear, a sudden burst of rage erupted through him and he had no idea what happened next. The next thing he saw was him standing over a group of boys groaning in pain as a firm voice sounded behind him, "Young Master!"

In the arid wastelands of Latin America stands **Solitary Bastion**, a fortress-like prison housing the nation's most dangerous criminals—cartel bosses, gang leaders, and unrepentant killers. In this volatile world of corruption and survival, the rules of morality are as fragile as the lives of those who dare uphold them. After dying in an underground fight, **Robert Viera**, a former boxer, finds himself reincarnated as a prison guard in this treacherous facility. Armed with a mysterious ability to see the full extent of someone's criminal life—and gain power by capturing or eliminating wrongdoers—Robert must navigate a labyrinth of danger, deceit, and deadly alliances. When Robert kills a cartel enforcer in self-defense during a prison riot, he becomes a marked man, targeted by the cartel and betrayed by his corrupt superiors. As conspiracies close in, Robert uncovers that even his warden and colleagues are players in a larger, sinister plot to silence him for good. With no one to trust and enemies lurking in every shadow, Robert must rely on his street smarts, fighting skills, and newfound abilities to survive. But in a place where justice is bought and loyalty is fleeting, will Robert's quest for redemption make him the savior of the prison—or its next victim? **"Shadows in the Bastion"** is a gripping tale of survival, betrayal, and one man's fight to expose the truth in a world where the lines between law and crime blur into darkness.

"I'm just a silly child with an unreachable dream. As a child, I always dreamed of being a Hero, but I went down the wrong path. I now look back at my foolish dream of wanting to be a Hero and saving others. Me, a Hero, what a farce. My sins can never be repented for they were too great." "Hah, don't even get me started on the story about my journey, for it's just a long and painful route to becoming a Diamond." "Power, luxury, worlds we can have all of them, but we can never fully be happy." "Diamond goddess my ass!! What is the use of becoming a powerful being if we can't even Live peacefully?" She turns to look at the child with pink hair and pink eyes. "Would you be interested in knowing who we are?" Iris asked the child. "Yes of course since I'm one too it would be good if I know," Polyra answered shyly and she twisted her hair on her fingertips. "Diamonds were supreme beings that were given to create life and destroy life, also known as world destroyers. They could pass through time and dimensions and create worlds of their own." I said as stars formed around them. "All Diamonds have a Diamond Gem in their body plus we have Diamond-shaped pupils to identify ourselves." "So then are we like cool or something," Polyra asked joyfully. Iris gave her a blank yet sad look, "I wish we were..." "All I know is throughout myself as a Diamond all I've felt was pain, but one thing that keeps me going is to find my sisters." "Diamonds are never free unless we're truly strong, but if we aren't we would be chased for the rest of our days." "What about the rest of the other Diamonds? There must be more people like us, right? Polyra asked nervously. "They're not my problem to deal with," Iris said coldly. "Then why did you save me?" Polyra asked as she stared deep into Iris's lifeless eyes. "Maybe a connection, I don't know." She responded. "Well then Iris if you won't find the rest of the other Diamonds, I will," Polyra stood up proudly. "Hahahaha, fine then have it your way." "Polyra, do you still want to be the Pink Diamond and become my follower?" she asked, stretching out her hand. "How can you also ask such a silly question Iris. You were the one who raised me and I don't care if I become a follower of the Black Diamond Goddess, because you're like a mother to me," she said softly. "Then the whole heavens would hate you dear child. For the Black Diamond shall always be the Diamond to bring calamity, chaos, and evil upon everything…." "And the Diamond war shall begin soon." The cover art isn't mine

He suddenly woke up into the body of a young man living in a world where the birth of a man is rare enough that the difference between the number of men and women is 1 in 100. Whether this is all a blessing or a curse... who knows... Of course now that he was in another world, wasn't it time to enjoy what was in this world? ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Shamelessly Self-Insert webnovel, since I bored. English is not my first language so this novel made by machine translate like google, deepL read at your risk. I upload monday to friday (Weekend is time to rest) with just 1000 word per chapter.

Reborn in a new world of swords and monsters, Guinevere (formerly Martha Sheffield), discovers she can use mana. Unbeknownst to her, very few are born with this ability. So few in fact, she's the only female in the country! With her memories to give her a head start, Guinevere launches into both her studies and combat. Will her efforts be enough to keep her freedom? Or will she be discovered before she gets a chance to start?