Yukki Under The Desk

#WSA2025 Word went around that no one that had ever knocked on the esteemed Eleazar family’s doors seeking shelter were turned away. Fleeing the prince of Lustris no less, Arabella Sterling held out hope that those weren’t mere rumors as she crossed the border over to Umbraria, home to all creatures of the night. A land where noble blood like hers was a highly coveted delicacy. As such, she wasn’t turned away, but since the Eleazars ran no charity, Arabella was compelled to become the sole blood provider to the heir of the family in exchange for safety. Though never, in a million years, did she imagine that what had started as a simple trade off, could morph into a swirl of tangled passion when the cold and stoic vampire she served showed interest in the young woman beyond the crimson nectar coursing her veins.

Für über eine Million Yuan wurde sie Leihmutter. Als angesehener CEO des mächtigsten Reiches in der Hauptstadt hat er absolute Macht, während sie nur die Adoptivtochter einer Familie mit niedrigem Status ist. Sie willigte ein, ihm seinen Nachwuchs zu gebären, weil die Geschäfte ihres Adoptivvaters scheiterten. Am Tag der Entbindung kam der ältere Bruder gesund zur Welt, der jüngere jedoch war eine Totgeburt. Nachdem sie den Vertrag erfüllt hatte, verschwand sie zusammen mit der astronomischen Geldsumme aus seinem Blickfeld. Sechs Jahre später ist er immer noch dieser arrogante und hochrangige CEO. Als sie sich zufällig wieder mit ihm einlässt - wie ein Kanarienvogel, der in seinem Käfig gefangen ist -, kommt er ihr auf die Schliche. "Frau, glaubst du, du kannst aus meinen Fängen entkommen?!" Aber er rechnet nicht damit, dass sich ein kleines Kind einmischt; der Junge zeigt großspurig mit dem kleinen Finger auf ihn und warnt: "Mu Yazhe, lass sie lieber in Ruhe! Sie gehört mir - die Frau dieses Babys!" Der Mann ist erschrocken, denn die Gesichtszüge des kleinen Jungen sind mit seinen identisch... Stichworte: Bezauberndes Kind, CEO, Süße Romanze, Intrige, Wohlhabende Aristokraten, Fluff, Doppelgesicht, Kind, Reich und Mächtig, Verrat

In a world where strength reigns supreme, Lin Shu walks a path paved with blood and ambition. Marked by ruthless determination, he seeks power above all else, casting aside weakness, mercy, and anything that stands in his way. His journey is one of endless trials, each battle shaping him into something more fearsome, more relentless. To him, domination is not a goal—it is the only path. His hands are stained with the lives of those who dared to cross him, his gaze cold and unreadable, reflecting the abyss he has embraced. He does not chase honor, nor does he care for bonds; all that matters is the ascent, no matter the cost. As he carves his way forward, leaving ruin in his wake, one question lingers: when power is all that remains, what will be left of the man who sought it?

Eren Idril died as an old, decrepit, and piss-poor adventurer by the maws of a D-Rank monster. He had a lot of unfulfilled dreams and desires that couldn't see the light of the day after the light in his own eyes died down. But fortunately for him and unfortunately for the world, that wasn't his end. Eren was somehow dived back in time when he was a mere teen, attending Lionheart Academy for adventurers. When life gives him a second chance, Eren decides to exploit it to its fullest. Experience his vile deeds as he partakes in them without feeling the slightest bit of hesitation. [WPC#218 Bronze Trophy Winner] [Mature content warning.] Additional tags: #evilmc #mature #evilprotagonist #antiheroprotagonist #coldmc #calculatingmc #pragmaticmc #smut #lemons #maturecontent ================= Instagram: graybacknovels Discord: https://discord.com/invite/R5uGQaXJRY

After the Mccray family was attacked and wiped out by some unknown force, Jason, his mother, and sister being the sole survival the attack had to move to the fox family for shelter. but staying in the Fox family was also a torment for Jason since he was being bullied by the kids from the fox family because he was weak compared to his peers. Jason never gives up on improving himself since he needs to take revenge against the force that invaded their family. one day when he was training in the woods, Jason came across a magical bracelet that changes his life.....

On the 10th anniversary of her guild's founding, Serys Larkwell stuns her friends and co-founders by announcing her retirement as vice captain. Known far and wide as an extraordinary healer, Serys now sets her sights on a new challenge: opening a bakery in the quaint town of Eldoria. As her guild grapples with the shock, Serys plunges into the world of flour, yeast, and confections. Will her skills and resilience as a healer translate into the delicate art of baking? Can she rise to the occasion, or will the siren call of adventure lure her back to the front lines of perilous quests? Join Serys on her day-to-day journey as a beginner baker. Watch her navigate the trials of perfecting pastries, forging bonds with the townsfolk, and discovering new forms of magic in the kitchen. As she crafts delectable treats, Serys faces the ultimate test: finding the joy and fulfillment in the simple, yet profound, art of baking.

Charlotte thought she had it all...a steady job, a simple life, and three years of what seemed like a perfect relationship with the charming, successful Alexander Wallace.  But everything shatters when he suddenly breaks up with her.  Alexander's engagement to billionaire heiress Eleanor Whitmore, Charlotte friend, is splashed across every media outlet, leaving Charlotte betrayed and heartbroken. As she struggles to piece her life back together, an unexpected opportunity at one of the city's most powerful companies, puts Charlotte face-to-face with a world she never thought she'd be part of.  She becomes the Secretary of Ethan Grayson, the CEO of Grayson Enterprises, making Alexander reappear after a sudden rumored relationship news of Charlotte and Ethan broke out. Will Charlotte reclaim her life and proceed with the revenge against her ex-fiancè, or will Alexander's return pull her back into chaos after finding out about her real parents?

Lu Tong spent seven years studying medicine in the mountains, but upon returning home, he found everything had changed. His eldest sister, a victim of foul play, met a tragic end. His elder brother, wrongfully imprisoned, languished in dungeons. His father journeyed to the capital to seek justice, only to meet a watery demise on the road. His mother, driven to madness overnight, perished in flames. Lu Tong packed his medical kit and headed to the capital of Jingzhou. 'Debts must be repaid, and lives must be avenged! 'If there's no judge, then I'll be the judge from Hell!' In the capital, noble families faced successive tragedies, Commander Pei Yunxing quietly investigated the matter, And suspicions fell on a young woman from the Renxin Medical Hall. However... Before he could find evidence, The girl made her move against him first.

``` Ela se tornou uma mãe substituta em troca de mais de um milhão de yuan. Como o estimado CEO do mais poderoso império na capital, ele detém poder absoluto, enquanto ela é apenas uma filha adotiva de uma família de baixo status. Ela concordou em lhe gerar um herdeiro, simplesmente porque os negócios de seu pai adotivo estavam falindo. No dia do seu parto, o irmão mais velho nasceu saudável, mas o mais novo foi natimorto. Tendo cumprido o contrato, ela desapareceu de sua vista junto com a astronômica soma de dinheiro. Seis anos depois, ele ainda é o CEO arrogante e de alto perfil. Quando ela se envolve acidentalmente com ele novamente – como um canário preso em sua gaiola, ele se aproxima dela. "Mulher, você acha que pode escapar das minhas garras?!" Contudo, ele não esperava que um pequeno garoto interferisse; o menino aponta o seu dedinho pomposamente para ele e adverte, "Mu Yazhe, é melhor você deixar ela em paz! Ela é minha – a mulher deste bebê!" O homem fica alarmado, simplesmente porque os traços faciais do garotinho são idênticos aos dele... Tags: Criança Adorável, CEO, Romance Doce, Maquinações, Aristocratas Ricos, Fofura, Duas Caras, Criança, Rico e Poderoso, Traição ```

Adrian West has waited fourteen years to avenge his mother's suicide. His target? Innocent college student Ella Morrison, whose mother once destroyed his family. When he offers her one million dollars for a single night in his bed, Ella accepts—desperate to pay her mother's mounting medical bills. What she doesn't know is that this is merely the beginning of his meticulously planned revenge. He intends to break her. Humiliate her. Make her suffer as his family suffered. But as his cruel game unfolds, forbidden attraction ignites between predator and prey. With every touch, every confession in the darkness, the lines blur. Adrian discovers Ella harbors secrets that challenge everything he believed about the past. Can hatred twisted by desire transform into something else? Or will the weight of revenge destroy them both? Some traps capture more than their intended prey.

Ruth is a gloomy, broken young woman who holds an apathetic disdain toward her job as a vampire hunter and for herself. Haunted by her tragic past, she has been aimlessly drifting through the days, numbing herself more to her emotions after every job. When sent on a mission by her boss to hunt down a mysterious bartender, her cold demeanor slowly begins to crumble and gives way to her real self when he and his world collide with hers.

The main character feels stuck in a dull life until he meets Cyrus, a mysterious figure who offers him a choice of two pills. He takes the pill that transforms him and wakes up in the cursed forests of Turan, a place filled with magic and powerful gods. In Turan, he must adjust to a new identity and appearance. He is guided by Hormizd Aryan, a skilled warrior under a divine curse. Together, they explore a land full of secrets and dangers. As he learns to navigate this magical world, he discovers truths about the gods and takes on the name Darius Aryan. Alongside Hormizd, Darius embarks on a journey of self-discovery, facing ideas about destiny and power. His choices could determine both his survival and the fate of Turan.

Xia Yu had one dream, to travel to the western lands and see what it has to offer. Miyojin had one wish, to live comfortably in the palace with the woman he loves. But one imperial edict ruined all of their plans. Now, they will be bound in marriage and live together in the imperial palace. But Xia Yu had a plan. They will play husband and wife for three years then they'll divorce. Miyojin thinks it is a good plan and very beneficial for both of them. But the more time they spend together, the more Miyojin realizes Xia Yu isn't someone he should let go. After all the trials, the joys, and the pains, will they be able to let go once it's time for them to part?

For centuries, the Moonbond Curse has doomed a Shadowborn and a Moonlight Guardian to be bound together—only for one to eventually kill the other. Astrid Luna, a devoted warrior of the Moonlight Order, has spent her life hunting creatures of darkness. Darian Lucian, a cursed Shadowborn, has vowed to destroy the Order that exiled his people. But when fate entwines their souls under the silver moon, they must choose: fight their bond, or break the cycle of blood and betrayal. As past lives resurface and forbidden feelings grow, can they rewrite destiny, or will love lead to their ruin once again?

Once every hundred years, when the moon turns crimson, a mysterious masquerade ball appears deep within the enchanted forest. Legends whisper that those who attend may never return—or worse, they may never be the same again. Lena, a fearless young woman with a longing for adventure, discovers an eerie invitation left on her windowsill. Drawn by an unseen force, she follows the glowing lanterns into the heart of the woods, where a grand palace awaits. Inside, masked guests dance in mesmerizing harmony beneath the blood-red moon, their beauty both breathtaking and unnerving. Among them is Adrian, a captivating yet sorrowful stranger who sweeps Lena into his arms for a dance she will never forget. But as the night unfolds, the illusion begins to crack. The guests cast no shadows, the air hums with whispers of forgotten souls, and Adrian’s warning grows urgent—she must leave before dawn, or she will never escape. The masquerade is not just a celebration; it is a cursed ritual, and the spirits trapped within are seeking new souls to take their place. Now, Lena must make an impossible choice—flee and abandon the love she has just found, or surrender to the eternal waltz beneath the blood moon, forever bound to the haunting melody of fate.

Yang Changtian never thought that he'd lose a constant in his life, his long-time friend Hei Jingyou is attacked by some unknown assailants and disappears along with her master. The only indicator left of the struggle is a mysterious and enigmatic tiger token. 20 years later, while everyone is moving on. Yang Changtian still feels deep in his heart that she's still in this world. But unbeknownst to him, Hei Jingyou is always by his side, hidden in the shadows, helping him just as she did before. But why is she hiding? With Yang Changtian, let's embark on a journey to unravel the truth about the mysterious organisation that attacked Hei Jingyou. And let us also witness a story of ultimate devotion and love. Just a small introduction , all the characters in this book are cultivators , and they have some power , hence they're life span is different from that of a normal human. They lifespans are around 400 - 500. And considering that logic , at the start of the story the main characters are around 68 years old , in normal human age that would be around 29 or so.

In the Sainted Lands of Kirith, there are two forms of magic: the animalistic Beastly Arts and the elemental Twelve Paths. Teren is an apprentice Gravecaller, one set to walk down the Path of Death. When his master gets a mission in the far-off Crater City of Merdz, he finds himself tracking a threat that could plunge this strange city into chaos. When death becomes meaningless to a man, he must strive to find meaning in life.

The death of the sun only brought eternal night. The gruesome loss from which the new sun is stagnant in rising. His progression towards Godhood, succession of the golden champion, and freedom to choose his destiny, the path of the new sun.

[Your world has been selected] . . [Survive] ... Those were the notifications that appeared in the sky on a random day before the world was thrown into a chaotic state. Mankind were at the risk of extinction if they could not resist this apocalypse — the End of the World. As their luck would have it, the God of Games who instigated this also blessed them with abilities. Abilities that would help them through this new world that had been modelled like a game. David Mustang was one of such humans who had awakened this ability and he swore he was going to survive and make the instigator pay. But first... He had to find someone — his sister.

"Give me more painkillers!" "But sir—!" This is the daily argument echoing from the minister's chamber in the Mage Tower. Henisin, the reincarnated second son of the late emperor, is a genius among mages—feared, respected, and utterly broken. Every spell he casts wracks his body with unbearable pain. His only relief? The sweet embrace of alchemical painkillers. Oh, and his so-called genius? It might just be the magic library inside his head—an infinite archive of every spell he’s ever seen, with secrets even he has yet to uncover. But with his brother determined to unite the world under one banner before the day the sun burns blood red and the moon turns as black as the void… Henisin has no choice but to endure, grow stronger, and—hopefully—find even stronger painkillers. After all, what’s a little addiction compared to destiny?

After a failed career move and a desperate need for a fresh start, Lena Carter moves into Oakwood Apartments—an old, quiet building on the edge of the city. The rent is cheap, the neighbors keep to themselves, and everything seems normal. Until she meets Damien Hale, the enigmatic tenant in the apartment above hers. Damien is strange, intense, and knows far too much about Oakwood’s secrets. Secrets like Apartment 3B, which has been empty for months—despite Lena hearing noises from inside. Secrets like the mysterious disappearance of Ryan Thomas, the last person to live there. Then one night, Damien gives her a key. To Apartment 3B. Inside, Lena finds more than just dust and forgotten walls. She finds footsteps that don’t belong to her. A chair that vanishes when she looks away. And whispers in the dark that seem to know her name. Now, trapped between paranoia and reality, Lena realizes she’s caught in something far more dangerous than she ever imagined. And Damien? He isn’t just a neighbor. He’s the only one who can help her survive. But only if she follows the rules. And rule number three is the one she’s already broken: If you ever find a door open when you know you closed it—don’t go inside. PS: it's parentally suggested cause it is really psychologically dark so read at your own mental risk muaaah :)

The Space Between: Under the Surface explores the reconnection of Elly and Jen, whose once-deep bond was fractured by life’s unforgiving twists. Years after a devastating event tore them apart, they find themselves crossing paths again, and everything they thought they’d moved past comes rushing back. As they try to navigate what’s left of their connection, they realize how much time has changed them—and how much remains buried just below the surface. Old secrets and unspoken truths threaten to keep them apart, but can they find a way to heal what was broken, or will the past pull them under once more?

I’m not sure if I want to continue writing this story or let it go, so consider this a pilot chapter for feedback. If you think I should keep going, please let me know! Otherwise, I’ll likely move on from it. ^^