And The Rest Is Rust And Stardust Meaning

In the year 2431, Val has finally chosen a path of redemption. Tired of the bloodshed that defined his former life, he fakes his own death and reinvents himself as an ordinary college student. Seeking a normal existence, Val immerses himself in academia, yearning to experience life as an average person. When a groundbreaking virtual reality game called "Earth and the Abyss" launched, Val was immediately drawn to it, eager to understand the thrill of gaming like everyone else. The game transports players to a fantastical realm known as Celestia, where they assume the identities of Earthlings summoned to battle against chaotic gods threatening the world. As Val excitedly played and navigated this fantasy world, he discovered he possessed an extraordinary cheat that granted him unparalleled advantages, allowing him to acquire skills and items from the game to use in the real world. Initially dismissing these powers as unnecessary, Leon's perspective shifts dramatically when bizarre occurrences begin to unfold across the globe. Legendary creatures—vampires, werewolves, and other mythic beings—start to emerge, wreaking havoc everywhere. Val realizes that “Earth and the Abyss” was more than just a game.

Welcome to Sector 7—where the revolution will not be televised, it will be encrypted.

75 years ago. That was when the world came to a close end. Portals filled the atmosphere, from them rust dust showered the earth. Causing what is known as the Age of Rusting......

Lisa has spent years loving Al from a distance—except that distance is just a few inches away, disguised as friendship. Every inside joke, every casual touch, every stupid argument is a reminder that he’s right there, but never hers. She’s convinced herself that being close to him, even as just a friend, is enough. Until it isn’t. Because one day, Al starts looking at someone else the way Lisa has always looked at him. And suddenly, she has to learn how to swallow heartbreak in silence. Lucas has spent years loving Lisa from the shadows, watching her chase a boy who never looks back. He’s always been the one to pick up the pieces, the one to listen to her late-night rants, the one who stays. He’s accepted that he’ll never be the reason for her smile, but when Lisa’s heart starts to break, he sees an opening. Maybe—just maybe—he can be the one to heal it. But love is never that simple. Because Al isn’t as blind as he seems. And maybe Lisa isn’t as indifferent to Lucas as she’s always pretended. Feelings are messy. Timing is cruel. And when hearts collide, someone always gets hurt. The real question is: Will Lisa finally learn the real meaning of love, or will she destroy it before she even gets the chance? *** Hey, it's your author here:> P.S: the cover picture doesn't belong to me. Hope y'all enjoy your time reading it

In a world where shadows lurk unseen, Paritraan is not your typical hero. Born from loss and forged in hardship, he abandoned his dreams to support his struggling family—only to lose everything. Left broken after his mother’s mysterious death, he stumbles upon Anahata, a sentient machine from a forgotten civilization, who offers him more than just power—it offers him purpose. With scraps and technology far beyond human comprehension, Paritraan crafts his own suit of Armor and weapons to wage war against hidden enemies who threaten humanity from the shadows. As he unravels the dark conspiracy behind his mother’s death, he discovers that aliens walk among humans, and not all of them come in peace. But being a hero isn’t easy. Haunted by his past, hunted by unknown forces, and burdened by an AI that’s as playful as it is powerful, Paritraan must rise above his pain. Because in the fight for humanity’s future, even a hero forged from scrap can shine brighter than steel. In this battle between light and shadow, will Paritraan’s redemption be the world’s salvation?

"Can you shift?" His voice was notably softer. I was grateful for it. As best as I could, I shook my head. The lingering dizziness rang through my head again. With another step forward, I let out my millionth whimper of the day. Goddess, I was like a boring yet concerning recording. From my personal experience, anytime someone with more power than you steps towards you, you should run. You should run far, far away as fast as you can. Chances were, they're going to hurt you. They're going to beat the shit out of you and that's honestly the best you should hope for. He stopped his movements, seeming to give me the time I so desperately need. He sighs. I'm probably annoying him. There was less than five feet between us now. He took another cautious step. I bit my cheek as best I could. "It's okay, little one." He took the final step towards me before crouching down. Even crouched down, I still felt so tiny in his presence; especially while I was in my wolf form. He reached his hand out towards me agonizingly slowly. I begged my fears to go away, putting my head down. Maybe if I can't see him, I won't be too scared. I could feel his hand hovering over me, a static-like feeling I'd never felt before letting me know. Finally, his hand touched my back. The static exploded into tingles. I jumped a little at first, the unknown worrying me. But. . . It feels so good. I'd never experienced this before but I never want it to stop. I relax under his touch. He picked up my small form and held me close, the tingles expanding. There was pain as he picked me up but the tingles were distracting me a good amount. "What's happened to you, little one?"

When a meteorite crashes into the ocean, it triggers a chain reaction that endows millions with extraordinary abilities. The government intervenes, assembling these newfound heroes in a secretive facility. Among them are our protagonists, very different individuals with unique stories. As millions grapple with their newfound powers, friendships form, rivalries emerge, and the line between ally and adversary blurs. They must navigate the complexities of their evolving abilities while uncovering hidden truths that could reshape their world.

Violet technically was murdered. As a member of the Elite soldiers and one of the best soldiers, led by WSSO (World Secret Service Organization) dying in the hands of her cheater fiance and traitor best friend, was a shame for her. And she wanted vengeance. But she knew it would be impossible.  She was reincarnated into someone else’s body and promised to start a new life in a new world, so Violet decided to forget her past life and start all over. The only problem was, there was a catch.  For her to go to this promising new world, she needed to conquer a tower, a tower called Infinite Tower that no one has ever conquered.  Violet had no choice but to try her luck. Along with her newly found inner tactical assistant, Psyche, Violet will embark on her journey climbing each tower floor. One at a time.  Unknown to Violet, the only thing that still made her human was now eliminated, and a seed of evilness had already been planted within her. It grew bit by bit and ready to take over her mind. Soon.

No Netorare. The MC will f*ck other people's women, but no one will touch his women Henry had the misfortune of being reincarnated as an invalid. He couldn't move, speak, or do anything. But when he turned 18, something mysterious happened. His soul left his body and when he realized it... It could lodge itself in the consciousness of other people. He then discovered that he could gain power by corrupting... Thus was born the dream of finding a way to recover the physical body and of course... Enjoy all the hot caves in the world A daughter? ''Maybe it's Daddy's job to solve this ''itch.'' Nun? ''Sister, I'm going to use your body to teach you to resist sin.'' Secretary? ''I'm going to promote you. Just help me with one thing.''' Student? ''The college allows extracurricular activities. Let's do one and I'll give you a good grade.'' Little by little, everyone was corrupted

Unlocking her story was a mistake.

Synopsis: Lia Moretti is the deadliest assassin in the Fang Mafia-swift, merciless, and untouchable. But when betrayal shatters her world, leaving her entire crew slaughtered, she finds herself alone, wounded, and hunted by the rival Hades Syndicate. With nowhere left to turn, she stumbles into the home of Kevin Langston, an unassuming high school teacher with a kind heart and a mundane life. Kevin is exhausted by his routine-grading papers, dealing with disrespectful students, his nagging boss and wondering if life has more to offer. But everything changes when he comes home to find a bleeding, dangerously beautiful woman in his living room. She's secretive, on edge, and clearly running from something. Against his better judgment, he helps her. Unbeknownst to him, Kevin has just given refuge to the city's most wanted assassin. And the moment he lets her stay, he's dragged into a war he never saw coming. Lia must protect her identity at all costs while keeping Kevin safe from the ruthless killers hunting her. But as their worlds collide, something unexpected sparks between them-an undeniable connection that neither of them can afford. Can a man who's never held a gun survive in the world of assassins? Can a woman who's only known bloodshed find a reason to live beyond the next kill? Or will their fragile sanctuary be shattered when the past finally catches up to them?

Life is precious and love is responsible

Six best friends have shared countless adventures since childhood, creating memories that last a lifetime. But three of their beloved friends mysteriously go missing during the summer before their senior year of high school while on their annual BFFs Run in the Park. Will their remaining friends band together to find them in time for a rescue? What surprising truths will they uncover about themselves along the way? And what secrets about their identities, kept hidden by their parents, will they come to light?

Disclaimer: A few things to know before you start reading: 1st- There will be no filler chapters! Not a single one there will be nothing but pure plot. 2nd- The story is slow, but once it picks up, you'll need to buckle up. 3rd- There will be some info dumping at the start. Lets say first 10-15 chapters. 4th last but not least, I'm not the type to make the MC overpowered or give him random abilities just for the fun of it. Our MC will not have any easy gifts that aren't earned. A new world , A system and an invincible tavern owner. Follow Mark's story as he develops his tavern and advances the world technology while being a misterious and laid back tavern boss. Beautiful elfes, Angry orcs and a myriad of species. Under normal circumstances they would kill each other without a hint of hesitation but inside the tavern violence is not permited. After all, the Owner is as terrifying as it gets. Discord link : https://discord.gg/QuVqd5vk

Rod so Big it can reach the heavens! Rod so Powerful it can tear the hell! Jack transmigrates and gets a big and powerful Rod.

When Tuzi, the beloved bunny of the Moon Goddess Chang'er who was blessed into a human, is stolen from her celestial home— She is violently cast down to the Mortal Realm, stripped of her divine grace and thrown into a world she doesn't understand. Upon awakening, she finds herself surrounded by strangers—and everything she once knew is now a distant memory. ​Chang'er, the Moon Goddess, is determined to solve the mystery of her stolen companion, but focusing on the task proves difficult. Every clue brings her closer to the answer, but it also brings her dangerously close to the too-handsome-for-his-own-good God of Sky, who seems to be more of a distraction than a help. Can the Moon stay focused long enough to recover Tuzi? ​Meanwhile, Atlas—the Sky God’s best soldier—has dived into the Mortal Realm after Tuzi. But why is he so intent on finding the fallen bunny, and what does he have to do with the celestial theft? Tuzi may have been a simple rabbit once, but as a newly- minted divine lady, guarding her heart against this dashing, charming soldier is proving far more difficult than she ever imagined. Add to that the sudden interest of several alpha gods, and Tuzi's life is turned upside down by both celestial politics and unexpected romantic tension. With gods, mysteries, and more than a few mosquitos in the way, can Tuzi reclaim her place in the heavens and solve the riddle of her own disappearance? A romantic, funny, and action-packed twist on the legend of Chang'er and her white bunny, Bunny and the Moon will keep you guessing—and laughing—until the very end. Bet you can't figure out who did it!

Aziel Stormrider is the world’s strongest mage—at least, that’s what he believes. Master of lightning and wind magic, a natural strategist, and feared by all who oppose him, he has never faced an enemy he couldn’t defeat. His arrogance is well-earned… until he meets Nyxios, a godlike shapeshifter who arrived on Earth seeking nothing but rest after a devastating war in another dimension. When Aziel challenges him to a battle, expecting an easy victory, he is forced to confront a terrifying truth—there are beings far beyond his understanding. For the first time in his life, his power means nothing. Determined to reclaim his pride, Aziel embarks on a journey to uncover the limits of magic, the secrets of the gods, and his own true potential. But as ancient forces awaken and Nyxios' past catches up with him, Aziel realizes that his greatest challenge might not be defeating an immortal… but standing beside him as an ally. In a world where magic and modern civilization intertwine, power isn’t everything—but knowing when to wield it is.

Melody, a 21 year old lady, the second child and stepdaughter of The Moreno-Russo family. Her mother had an affair with Mr Giovanni Moreno-Russo, the leader and alpha of the Moreno-Russo. Her mother, Mathilde was killed by the jealous wife of Giovanni, Mrs Guila Moreno-Russo but no one ever cared about her, Melody doesn't even know her mother's name. Her stepsister, Roseanne was always the doll of the family, no one cared about Melody, they don't care if she eats or she's sick. The Moreno-Russo family had 4 children, The first child, Samuel (27 years old), then Melody(21 years), then Leonardo (20 years), and the last child Roseanne(19 years). Samuel and Leonardo are both mostly in Paris on a business meeting with some partners of their father's. Despite being the oldest, Samuel has a little goatee on his face and Leonardo has a full on beard which he never shaves. Samuel is 6’2, two inches taller than Leonardo. Leonardo has a muscular physique, he's stronger than Samuel buh he hasn't gotten the chance to prove it. And then there's Roseanne, a 5’7 tall lady, she's the talk of her school, she has the perfect body and after many years of plastic surgery, the perfect face. Everyone knows she did the surgery buh no one can ever say it to her face. Lucas Rodriguez, a 26 year old, feirce looking man and the heir of the Rodriguez family, the top mafia family in Italy, his father was killed by am assassin from the Calabres family. His mother Fiorella, the queen of the family, she oversees most of the family transactions. Marcus Rodriguez, the second and last child of the family, he's also the jovial one, he's 20 and 6’2. Fiorella has been pestering Lucas to get married, so he can bore an heir for the family. And Lucas happens to request a bride from the Moreno-Russo family. Everyone in Italy knows how brutal Lucas can be including the Moreno-Russo's and they're not ready to give their precious Roseanne as slave to the Rodriguez buh they cannot disobey them. So they give them Melody, the pure hearted innocent girl who has been maltreated her entire life. Will Melody survive the abuse from the Rodriguez? Or will Lucas grow a soft heart for her? Find out in MELODY and the BEAST .

**Synopsis: A Hollow’s Journey – Darkness and Chaos is My Will** Once a feared and mighty assassin in the underworld, known only as **Hollow**, he was a ghost in the night, a predator lurking in the shadows. But in his final struggle, betrayed by the very ones he trusted, he met his end—only to awaken in a world far beyond his imagination. Reincarnated through the will of **Kek, the ancient and forgotten God of Darkness**, Hollow was given a single purpose—**to bring chaos, destruction, and the fall of the so-called chosen ones of heaven**. In this realm of cultivation and mystical power, he is no longer bound by the rules of his previous life. With the **System of Darkness**, he will carve a path soaked in blood, striking down the so-called heroes and unraveling the balance of this world. But **was this truly Kek’s will, or has the god of darkness set events in motion beyond even his own understanding?** As Hollow moves forward, eliminating the so-called "protagonists" and corrupting the destiny of this world, an unknown force stirs in the shadows. The more he disrupts the natural order, the more the world itself seems to resist. Will Hollow remain a harbinger of chaos, or will he uncover a truth far darker than the path he walks? The game has begun, and **Hollow is no pawn—he is the storm that will consume everything.**

Who doesn't know Cinderella? The beautiful girl dreamed of by Bhimantara High School students. The girl who lives with her father, stepmother, and stepsister makes her have to work hard. However, while working there was a small problem that made Odelia (the older sister) accidentally made her fall into the river until she arrived at the kingdom of Pertiwi. Cinderella in the kingdom of Pertiwi becomes a stupid noble princess and she meets the fairy mimi to carry out a mission to unite the 2 elements of the kingdom that are in conflict, the fire element that burns with anger and the air element is blinded. So, can Cinderella unite the two elements? How is Cinderella's journey going? Curious? Happy reading.

When an S-class elite, assassin-raised captain of a special ops suicide squad comes home from a high-stakes Africa mission, he finds himself offered something that could potentially set him up for life- a curious assignment that he could use to finally exit his days of war and slaughter. Then placed into a high-school setting, Lin Yi is tasked by the chairman of a top-tier multi-billion company with bodyguard duty for non-other than his own daughter, a certain little Miss of said high-school. His enemies, once ranging from drug lords, mafia bosses, political figures, and national leaders, are soon replaced with spoiled kids who happen to have rich papas and mamas, and Lin Yi finds his intense expertise and high-threat skillset misused and very underwhelmed... But he does get a harem cast as diverse as his old enemies, so Lin Yi decides that, for the sake of messing around with girls as an invincible entity in a down-leveled environment, leaving his bloody and death-filled war days behind is something he'd definitely want to strive for.

LYRA VIVIETTE MARINO Cold and Dangerous is the first thing that comes into the minds of people who knows about Lyra, she lost her soul ages ago, she is just a living machine.A beautiful dark Angel. She's one hell of a strong woman and have seen all the hurdles of life at very small age.she only lives for two things and one of the thing is a man named Leonard, her brother. And you will know the other thing when you get into the story . *mischievous smile* FELIX REMINGTON Dark and Devilish is the first thing that comes into the minds of people who knows about Felix and they can be counted on fingers, as there are very less people who knows about him.A mysterious person who hides in the dark with a sole mission of purpose."searching for something from ages". He's a man of few words and fewer people. Both are having their secrets and living through their secrets . She's a cold iceberg and built walls around her till the sky that cannot be budged by anything. But he is ready to become a blazing sun to slowly melt the ice berg. But ...oh boyyy she's one tough nut to crack and it's impossible for her to skip a beat as her heart is turned into a stone. He forced himself into her life like a tsunami and attached to her like a gum not letting her to breath her own air, until him her life was only two shades;dark and grey, but after him it turned into a clash of shades changing her for good or worse?Only the time that made them cross their paths will tell. To him she's his own little possession, his little demon , his tesoro and he will not leave her side at any cost even if he have to force her to keep her beside him , he would do it without a second thought.As he loves her beyond the limits. Come join into the journey of Lyra and Felix as they unravel their destinies and stand for eachother against all odds, A catastrophic story about A Forbidden alliance , The prophecy, Broken Myth , Shadows of secrets, Veils of past and The long lost lovers...

Fools Rest in Pieces – A Tale of Murder, Betrayal, and Dark Transformation When dismembered body parts start appearing across Brooklyn in garbage bags, Detective Kenneth Wilson is thrust into a chilling investigation that leads him deep into the shadows of deception and brutality. The victim, Mary Jordan—a respected real estate broker—had unknowingly entangled herself in the deadly web of Vitro Matic, a manipulative cab driver with a sinister past. Vitro, a man with multiple wives and mistresses, had mastered the art of deception, but his twisted love triangle turned deadly when Aleksa, his jealous first wife, set a plan into motion. With Nadja, his second wife, caught between loyalty and terror, the night Mary vanished became a night of unspeakable horror. But what Vitro and Aleksa never expected was that Nadja would escape—and that she would return as someone far more dangerous. Now living under a new identity, Sarah emerges from the ashes of her past, hardened by trauma and consumed by an insatiable hunger for vengeance. As the police close in on the truth, Vitro and Aleksa vanish into the night—but they are not the only ones lurking in the darkness. In a world where love turns to obsession and trust shatters into bloodshed, one question remains: Who is truly the hunter, and who will be the next to rest in pieces? A gripping psychological thriller where every choice comes with a price, and every secret is paid for in blood.

Arel is a 17-year-old who is deeply conflicted with both a love and hatred for God. His love for God surpasses everything, even human relationships, yet it causes him immense pain. Arel feels the need to communicate with God, to confess his love and his struggles, but no response ever comes. This silence from God creates a profound emptiness within him.