Plucking Strings

The heaven and earth are my world. Life is for me to be entertained. The stars are for me to pluck and the mountains exist for me to test my strength. Higher than the gods, stronger than the heavens, I shall stand above all. With just my blade in hand I shall cut through all that blocks my path. Cultivation stages: Mortal, Soul, Earth, Sky, Master, True Master... Cale = three metres

Alden wasted his first life. Bound by unseen strings, his every step followed a script he never wrote. Always trapped, yet never daring to break free—until it was too late. But death was not the end. “You’ve squandered your life once. Use that memory as a reference of what not to do.” “That’s just rude.” Summoned by Asta, the enigmatic god of adventure, Alden is granted a second chance. Bestowed the title of Adventure Apostle and tasked with a single command: live a life worth telling. But reality has its own plans. A story worth telling demands struggles worth surviving, and freedom was never free. As Alden charts his path through a strange, untamed world, whispers of unseen forces and shadowy designs follow his every step. To fight or to surrender—what does it mean to truly live when the strings of fate remain firmly out of reach? A journey of curses, gods, and the fragile threads of choice begins!

In a universe where the sky turns crimson and a strange, malevolent light descends from the heavens, the fabric of existence begins to unravel. This ominous light marks the arrival of monstrous fusions—beasts that defy nature, twisted amalgamations of man, machine, and creature. They descend upon worlds like an unstoppable plague, transforming peaceful planets into grotesque battlegrounds. Cities fall, empires crumble, and entire species are wiped from existence as the monsters infest every corner of reality. The origin of this chaos lies with a mysterious force known as ####r###, an entity beyond comprehension. It orchestrates the apocalypse from the shadows, pulling the strings of destruction as one world after another succumbs to its influence. No planet is safe, no empire too powerful to escape the crimson curse that now sweeps through the galaxy. join discord- https://discord.gg/sGhAf3zP9C

Zhang Zheng, who considers himself the unluckiest college student on campus, seems cursed from day one—from the infamous "skirt incident" to a string of bizarre misfortunes. However, his life takes a supernatural turn after a chilling encounter on campus, leaving him possessed by a mischievous ghost girl, Yan Xiaoning. This marks the start of his journey into the mysterious world of Yin and Yang. Facing vengeful spirits, enigmatic ghostly infants, and a series of eerie events, Zhang Zheng evolves from a timid, ordinary student into a courageous "ghost hunter" capable of confronting the spirit realm. Amidst a comical string of misfortunes, he learns not only to conquer fear but also the true meaning of responsibility and protection. Welcome to the thrilling world of Yin-Yang Academy!

A boy, before he could even begin to enjoy the privileges of life, became a slave to destiny. Living solely for one purpose: to serve his owner for a lifetime. Unaware of his hidden power in the beast-taming world, he gradually discovers it over time, along with fragmented memories of his past. Piecing together the clues, he comes to a painful conclusion: he is helpless, hopeless, and confused by the trickery of fate. He is torn between two choices: Should he revolt against the organization whose roots are embedded in the very souls of all beings, or should he simply continue living as he is? During this journey, he learns that beyond the darkness, there is also hope, smiles, love, and friendship—things he was never destined to experience. Betrayed by his owner, he is later adopted by a wealthy family. How will everything unfold? Will he ever break free from the shackles of fate, or will he remain a puppet on its strings? Will he become a tamed beast, or will he rise as a beast tamer? Read this novel to follow Sam's journey and discover how he confronts the challenges that lie ahead. ..... English isn't my primary language so please help me if you find any error by using WEBNOVEL function.

Aria’s quiet life shatters in an instant when she awakens as Seraphina Evercrest, the villainess of a twisted fantasy novel. Caught in a false engagement with the icy Crown Prince, Lucien Evercrest, Seraphina must survive a dangerous game of court intrigue and magical trials. With her newly awakened “Golden Threads” magic, she’s thrust into a world of assassination attempts, political scheming, and betrayal. Lucien sees Seraphina only as a threat to his kingdom and his future. But as they clash over the strings of fate, sparks fly, revealing a bond neither expected. Seraphina’s struggle to escape death flags and unravel the web of deceit around her deepens their connection, forcing Lucien to question his long-held beliefs about power, duty, and love. As their destinies intertwine amidst a kingdom on the brink of war, Seraphina must navigate the shadows of the past and the treachery of the present to find a future with the prince—or risk losing everything she never wanted in the first place. "I Transmigrated into a Fantasy Novel and Became the Villainess." is a high-stakes, fast-paced romance where Seraphina must master her newfound powers, outsmart her enemies, and win the heart of a prince who never expected to fall for her.

John has been reading [The Legend of Divine Twig] for years, but at the end, the author rushes through it, leaving him with a bad taste in his mouth. He furiously contacts the author, stating he could have done better. To his surprise, the Author replied to him with one word Bet John has been plucked from his room into the world of the divine and wretches. He enjoys reading the novel but he wouldn't want to be in it. The world is full of hotel knights, priest, mysticism and worst of all eldritch horror.

Valeria trained her whole life to inherit her father’s title, defying a world that denied women power. But all her ambitions shatter when her family’s mistakes force her into the hands of a monster—the tyrant king who rules the empire. Trapped in a web of cruelty and control, Valeria refuses to surrender. Desperate for freedom, she finds unexpected allies: a loyal knight sworn to protect her and the enigmatic son of a rebel leader. But in a world where betrayal lurks behind every smile, trust is a dangerous game. Caught between three men with their own agendas, Valeria must decide: will she remain a pawn in their power plays, or will she become the one pulling the strings? When the line between ally and enemy blurs, can she reclaim her life—or will she lose herself in the process?

Son of a bitch! I just finished this godawful fantasy novel, and now I'm knee-deep in it – as David, the disgraced son of the Solarian Empire's top general! Talk about some twisted cosmic joke. But hold on a damn minute... maybe this isn't all bad. Armed with the knowledge of that trashy plot, I can become the ultimate shadow player, an overlord perhaps. Screw the damsel-in-distress harem too – it's time to pull the strings and become the real power behind the throne. This isekai might be a steaming pile, but I'm rewriting the ending with a little more... Debauchery (wink wink). [Warning: Mature content R-18 ] My tags: Smart Mc - Harem - Milf Hunter- Op Mc - Cold and cunning Mc - edgy-Op-Mc, NO YURI, smut- romance-massacre. Gifts: Massage Chair: unlocks 1 bonus chapter. Luxury Car: Unlocks 2 bonus chapters. Dragon: Unlocks 3 bonus chapter. Magic Castle: Unlocks 5 bonus chapters within a week! Space Craft: Unlocks 10 bonus chapters within a week! Golden Gachapon: Unlocks 15 bonus chapters within a week! Reviews: let's get to 30 reviews soon: unlocks 3 bonus chapters! (7/30) The number within the brackets at the end represents the number of reviews and how many left to unlock bonus chapters! Show some love and happy reading ლ(◉‿◉ ლ)

In the realm of immortal cultivation, Lu Changsheng traversed as a peasant youth, overlooked by a celestial sect. Yet, endowed with the Multitude Progeny System, he could earn rewards by propagating his lineage, nurturing offspring. Thus, Lu Changsheng began his journey by marrying into a cultivation family, embarking on a path of intrigue, networking, and fostering descendants to expand his family's cultivation legacy. As the cycles of time passed and epochs changed, countless supreme beings in the realms of immortality, formidable figures in the demonic path, revered saints among the demon races, and peerless beauties rose and fell, fading into the river of years. Only Changsheng's family endured, immutable through the ages, perpetually existing, towering atop the path of immortality, sharing longevity with the heavens and earth, radiating brilliance akin to the sun and moon.

The Night Has Come, and kermesinus moon ascends in the sky. Hoarse whispers flow at the street corners, and brass steam machines spew out bloody mist. Your brain is singing a hymn, eyes are chanting a melody. Skin cracks, and flesh buds swell. Amidst the Mist, the wall of flesh that has devoured thousands of corpses wails endlessly— "Weep not, our players don't bite, they just want to play with you." Annan, the lone strategist, the top player, the savior of the mist-covered continent, the leader of the Thirteen Saints, the friend of the Twelve True Gods, the king of pioneers, "the Just", the Gatekeeper of the Fourth Calamity, the uncrowned deity, advised kindly.

Opening his eyes in a new world, Rebena Black... Steels himself to avoid any confrontations or meetings with the male lead. However... his efforts prove to be for naught as he simply.... find himself... bumping into him at nearly every corner. *** "How much further will you run? Shall I break your legs so you can't anymore?" God! He's a psycho! Why the hell is he chasing me?! Go after the protagonist! *** Find out how Rebena chooses to defy his role as a love rival for the hand of Aaron and yet be entangled in an even more dramatic twist of fate. The strings of fate tugs again.

In a world reborn after the cataclysmic end of the last era, the stage is set for a new age of gods, demons, and heroes. The gods stir from their ancient slumber, demons emerge from the abyss, and chosen mortals rise to claim their place as the era's shining protagonists. But unknown to them, a greater force lurks in the shadows. Reincarnated into this chaotic realm, a mysterious soul awakens with the power to change the world. To him, the gods, demons, and mortals are nothing more than dolls in a grand performance. With a chilling smile, he whispers to the heavens and the abyss alike, "Welcome to my show." As destinies intertwine and power struggles ensue, the puppeteer begins his game, where the lines between master and pawn blur, and no one—not even the gods—can escape his unseen hand. Will the era’s champions rise to break free from the strings, or will they dance to the tune of the Puppeteer's Game?

God plucked one of his creations from his first Earth and gave him a second chance in another one of his Earths...surprise it is in DxD! Now reincarnated as a perverted side character how will our poor protagonist handle his new identity? Well he probably wont make the choices you will want him to, that's for sure!

What’s it Like to Eat Your Own Words? Salty? Bitter? No clue? Then go ahead and ask Fara. Fara Brianka Genio, the powerhouse CEO of her own advertising agency, lives by one unshakable rule: No romantic relationships between employees. Period. But life is a bitch, Honey. As the boss, Fara takes integrity seriously, both in her company and her personal life. But things start to spiral when her five year relationship with Sean hits a rocky patch. Just as she’s trying to hold it all together, along comes Ziggy, a charming, aggravating employee with a knack for causing trouble. One fateful, blurry night, Fara mistakes Ziggy for Sean, and the next morning… let’s just say clothes weren’t part of the equation. Now Fara’s facing the biggest PR crisis of her life named her own love life. What’s a woman to do when the no-strings rule tangles her up in chaos? Can she keep her cool as the boss, or will Ziggy flip her world upside down?

“I'd give you my soul, if that's what you want.” Eleven. Silver locks. Amethyst eyes. Shiny skin. Blood sweeter than wine. Most sought after 'good' in the Kingdom. She was everything a man would need, and also everything a man would kill to have. Whoever touched Eleven's hair would be granted good things. Whoever plucked her eyes out would get gems richer than the kingdom's currency. Whoever scrapped her skin would be getting a warm coat. Whoever tasted her blood would be granted immortality. She was a Goddess. Goddess of Life. * “I'd burn the fucking world for you, if that's what you want.” Zeiss. A rare man. Has the power of invisibility. The power to turn anything into flames. The power to end a person's life with just thoughts. The power of all wicked things a person wouldn't wish to have. The same world he promised to give her, the same world he would burn to the ground, if she wished for it. He was a God. The God of Death. When Zeiss meets the sought after Goddess of Life. He is reminded everything about his mother. Her silver locks and her eyes that shone brighter than gems and diamonds. Eleven, a woman who spoke to him like no other. A woman who made him believe he had a soul in him after he had thought he had none left. A woman who could bring him life and also be his damnation. The first and only woman he was loved by and ever loved.

Every villain has a backstory—a tragic loss, a moment of rejection, or a life tainted by hardship. They are shaped by the cruelty of the world, pushed to the edge by a string of misfortunes. But not me. I am not a product of circumstance or suffering. I am the villain by 'choice'. I have no excuse, no sob story to explain my path. I embrace it because it is my dream, my desire, my rebellion against the predictable, the expected. I do not need a reason to be dark—I choose this. And that, in itself, makes me dangerous.

Set in the 1800s were the elite and peasants are very much set apart. Aurora is 18 years old and she is a maid in the palace, one fateful day tragic events lead to her serving Prince Caspian. Prince Caspian is used to having any woman at his abode, with his good looks, wealth, and charm, he sets his eyes on Aurora, he wants her in his bed. He knows that with social norms he can never be with her but what happens when this develops to more than they both signed up for? When sex ends up coming with strings attached. 18+

In a world where magic shapes destinies, 16-year-old Kathleen Ailis finds herself on the run after a mysterious attack on her village. Accused of being the cause of destruction and pursued by a psychotic woman wielding deadly sentient magic. Joined by a group of unlikely companions—her friend Theo, Eddy, and the towering yet gentle adventurer Barren Blackthorn—Kathleen embarks on a journey filled with danger, and self-discovery. Along the way, she learns about a forgotten magic, a shadowy organization pulling the strings, and the devastating secrets of her own forgotten memories. As the stakes rise and enemies close in, Kathleen must decide: Will she run from her fate, or will she face it head-on to protect the ones she loves?

(WARNING MY CONTAINS SEXUALLY EXPLICIT SCENES, NUDITY, OR VIOLENCE YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!!) Scarlett Smoak is not just a beautiful and gifted student; she's also the government's secret weapon, executing their dirtiest tasks. But when her latest mission takes a perilous turn, Scarlett's life is thrust into chaos. On a seemingly ordinary night, as she carries out her covert operations, Scarlett stumbles into a hidden realm of magic, monstrous creatures, and brutal conflict. Here, an enigmatic red string appears, tethered to her ring finger, leading directly to Cecilia, a cursed mermaid bound by dark enchantments. With this mysterious connection, Scarlett begins to experience emotions she's never felt before-emotions that are both bewildering and dangerous. There's a rule she must follow: never fall in love. For the consequences of breaking this rule could be fatal, not only for her but also for those she holds dear. As Scarlett grapples with these newfound feelings, she faces a critical question: Will her growing emotions jeopardize her mission and her life? Dive into a world where loyalty, love, and magic collide. Will Scarlett manage to navigate the treacherous waters of her heart and duty? Or will the string of fate tighten around her and those she loves? Discover the answers in this thrilling tale of magic, danger, and forbidden love.

Setting: Modern-day New York City Plot Idea: Aurora "Rory" Thompson, a 25-year-old freelance journalist, stumbles upon a cryptic message that leads her to investigate a string of mysterious disappearances in New York City. As she delves deeper into the case, she meets enigmatic and handsome billionaire, Julian Blackwood, who seems to be hiding secrets of his own.

In a world where monsters emerge from mysterious rifts, humanity struggles to survive against the rising tide of destruction. Kael, a seemingly weak hunter from the Shadow Dusk guild, awakens a power that defies understanding after his death in a catastrophic battle. As the world teeters on the edge of annihilation, Kael becomes an unpredictable force with the ability to control all, a power that even the ancient Void cannot fully comprehend. Meanwhile, across the globe, powerful hunters, including those from Carven, face off against increasingly powerful monster waves, and the fall of Westbridge serves as a dire warning. As countries scramble to protect their people, legendary hunters like Eli, Jaren, and Clara rise to prominence, hailed as the hopes of Carven for their incredible strength and ability to combat the monsters. But hidden behind the rifts is a far greater threat—an otherworldly force that pulls the strings from the shadows, manipulating events and guiding powerful beings with its unknown motives. As the world's leading hunters begin to uncover more about the Void and its mysterious influence, alliances are tested, and long-buried secrets rise to the surface. Kael's journey takes him beyond mere survival, thrusting him into a battle that will determine humanity's future against forces both known and unimaginable.

Synopsis:* Twenty-two-year-old Ophelia struggles to make ends meet, beset by personal crises. Her mother lies hospitalized, accumulating unpaid bills, while her older brother's alcoholism drains their finances. Desperate for a solution, Ophelia seeks employment as a housekeeper. After a string of rejections, she's unexpectedly hired by the enigmatic Brooks family. As she begins her new role, Ophelia meets Nathanael, the family's handsome and mysterious son. Torn between her loyalty to her family and her growing attraction to Nathanael, Ophelia navigates the complexities of her new position amidst the Brooks' dark secrets and hidden agendas. Will Ophelia find solace and financial stability with the Brooks family, or will their mysteries threaten to consume her already fragile world?

Fate is the invisible hand that pulls us into a labyrinth of choices, steering us through shadowed corridors where we’re never fully in control. It’s the heartbeat quickening in the face of the unknown, the feeling of being watched by forces hidden in the dark. Fate lies in the whisper of paths we’re meant to walk — dangerous, inevitable, a force that taunts us to run from it, even as it closes in. You don’t see it coming, but you feel it; every choice, every turn, pulling you toward something bigger and darker than you could ever imagine. Fate is the silent predator, prowling the edge of our lives, pushing us to confront the thrilling unknown with no way back. That is fate. Warning: This novel is not meant for weak hearted people

Using the Strings Jaehyun, a young man with a troubled past, has mastered the art of manipulation. Raised in the harsh streets, he learned to survive by using people to his advantage. Now, as he navigates the treacherous world of corporate intrigue, he'll use his cunning to climb the ladder of success, no matter the cost. But as his power grows, so does the danger. A dangerous game of cat and mouse begins, where every move is a calculated risk, and every betrayal has a price.

The Heaven decrees for the living to follow the righteous path yet who is to judge wrong and right? To reach immortality, one must discard all feelings and attachments, complete karma to enter the Heavenly Realm. But who am I to look upon this world's joys and tragedies with indifference? To remain human means to remain mortal. Fleeting memories become lasting treasures. Unable to judge the world and unwilling to let go of these strings of karma, enter the mortal world and become a passerby.

Naël knows the end is near. An incurable disease will soon take her, but before she disappears, she has one last mission: revenge. Petter and Lauriane betrayed her, plotting to steal her fortune. But what she doesn't know is that, as the vengeance unfolds, a dangerous bond begins to form between Naël and the one she thought she would hate forever. But what happens when her heart starts playing a game she can no longer control? And who is truly pulling the strings of their lives in the shadows? Discover a story where revenge, love, and secrets intertwine.

One moment, Kai was just another struggling beta tester, battling boredom in a dying VR game. The next, he’s trapped inside Eclipse: Beyond Reality, a fully immersive game where the lines between life and death are blurred—and the stakes are far higher than anyone could have predicted. As a seemingly ordinary player, Kai’s forced to level up, fight vicious enemies, and uncover the secrets of a world that’s glitching apart. But when he starts to notice strange anomalies—NPCs acting like humans, deadly game mechanics that don't add up, and a mysterious AI pulling the strings—Kai realizes this isn’t just a game. It’s a test. With every quest and every battle, the truth of Eclipse unravels, and Kai must face a terrifying reality: Escape might not be an option. To survive, he’ll have to confront the dark, sentient force behind the game… and unlock his hidden powers before the game devours him whole. In a world where dying in-game means dying for real, can Kai solve the mystery before it’s too late? Or will he become just another pawn in the game’s twisted algorithm?

The story follows a successful event planner, Emma, who has given up on love after a string of failed relationships. She's focused on her career and is determined to make her business a success. However, when she meets her new client, the handsome and charming billionaire, Alexander, she finds herself falling for him despite her best efforts to resist. As they work together to plan a high-profile wedding, Emma and Alexander must navigate their growing feelings for each other, all while dealing with the challenges of their respective pasts and the pressure of their high-stakes careers. In the end, true love saves the day, and Emma and Alexander find their happily ever after.