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He has returned to the past. And this time he will live up to his role as a young master, which he lost in the past. He will use all the resources of his family to his advantage. He will cheat the world itself. This is a harem and intrigue story, where he will get what he wants, he will build his own super hidden power and he will protect his loved one's this time.

I felt it—a pull unlike anything I’d ever experienced. The bond. I stared at her, stunned as the realization hit me like a tidal wave. Sao was my mate. How? It wasn’t possible. I had convinced myself that the curse stripped me of this gift, that I would never have a mate. Yet, here she was, standing before me, bound to me in ways that defied logic and fate.

Nerissa.. a single 25 year old maiden of earth was born into the world of Magic as a descendant of Ishtar's, the supreme family on the Luna continent. Unfortunately for her, she was born without a speck of mana inside her! They tried to forcefully awaken her mana, for ten years, only to fail miserably! Infuriated by this disgrace of a child, her parent sent her to the continent of Lars, the synonym of Chaos! ... Will she be able to rise alone? Or, fall like others? Join Risa on her journey to reclaim her position!

In this world, people are granted a power said to come from the heavens—a mighty weapon tied to the soul of humans. Those who receive these magical weapons fight against monsters to survive, driving the economy of this world. Lian is just an ordinary boy until his world is turned upside down when another race takes away what matters most to him: his family. From that moment, follow Lian's journey as he seeks the strength to avenge those who killed his family and uncovers the truth behind his power.

"You can outrun many things, but fate will always find you, like your shadow in the light." . In the heart of Washington D.C., mafia heir Vaughn Volkov is on a mission that takes him far from the sun-soaked streets of California. The bustling city, with its imposing monuments and corridors of power, is a far cry from the palm-lined avenues of his home. Vaughn, however, is not one to be easily intimidated. His piercing blue eyes and commanding presence turn heads wherever he goes, a reminder that beneath his polished exterior lies a man accustomed to danger and control. Vaughn's path crosses with Eliza Monroe, a seemingly innocent college student whose gentle demeanor masks a resilience forged from her own turbulent past. Eliza, with her kind heart and determined spirit, is an enigma. She spends her days buried in books at the library, her nights working part-time to make ends meet. Her brown eyes, often hidden behind a cascade of dark curls, hold a depth that Vaughn finds both intriguing and unsettling. Their first encounter is anything but ordinary. Vaughn watches, intrigued by her fearlessness and the fire in her eyes. "You're not like the others," he remarks later, cornering her in the quiet corner of the library. His voice is a low, dangerous purr that sends shivers down Eliza's spine. "And you're not just the student here," she retorts, meeting his gaze with a mixture of curiosity and caution. "What do you want from me?" Vaughn's lips curve into a slow, dangerous smile. "Maybe I just want to get to know you." Despite her reservations, Eliza feels a strange pull towards Vaughn. His presence is intoxicating, a blend of danger and allure that she finds hard to resist. As they spend more time together, Eliza begins to see glimpses of the man beneath the mafia heir. Vaughn, too, finds himself drawn to Eliza in ways he never anticipated. Her kindness, her strength, and her unyielding spirit ignite something within him that he thought long buried. Yet, as their connection deepens, the shadows of their pasts loom ever larger. Vaughn's family business, shrouded in crime and violence, is never far from his mind. His enemies are ruthless, and his association with Eliza puts her squarely in their crosshairs. Eliza, too, harbors secrets. The dark forces that have shaped her life threaten to consume her, and Vaughn's world only amplifies those dangers. As their worlds collide, they must navigate a treacherous web of intrigue, passion, and forbidden desire. But with danger lurking around every corner, will their love survive, or will they be torn apart by the shadows of fate?

The author has found himself within his own work of fiction. A tale as old as web novels. Transmigrated into the body of an unknown side character, Mav is forced to come to terms with the world he created and the characters within. Flying cars, magical technology, and Gates leading to corrupted worlds? Mav only has one goal: survive. In order to accomplish this goal, he must grow, or he will die in the onslaught of the incoming Apocalypse-- according to the original plot, millions of Gates will open up across the world in four years and the demonic corruption will spread beyond the Gates. Many people will die and Mav’s existence indicates an unstoppable butterfly effect that may end with the main characters’ deaths. But he can’t help but start getting attached to the main cast. The stakes are rising as the people he has come to love are threatened. And Mav might be the only one who knows about the mysterious organization that is determined to tear everything down.

"I should have stayed home and played video games." This was Ray's last thought before darkness engulfed him after he was hit by a car. But surprisingly, instead of finding himself before the gates of hell after dying, Ray found out he was transmigrated into another world. The world Ray was transmigrated to was called Arora World, a place where you can use different kinds of skills, magic, and even acquire powerful classes. Ray found himself in the body of a young boy named Evan, who was studying in a hunter academy after awakening his abilities at the age of fourteen. At first, Ray was happy that he was transmigrated into the body of someone who had awakened his abilities and could use the magic he always wanted to use. However, as Ray went through Evan's memories, he finally realized that everything was not as simple as he had expected. Evan had a unique physique that didn't allow him to increase his power like other people. Because of this useless unique physique, Evan was the weakest hunter in the entire academy. And that was not all; the more Ray looked at Evan's memories, the more he realized just how troublesome his situation was. "I know I entered this body without buying a ticket, but isn't this too much?" Ray said in a depressed voice after going through Evan's memories. Will Ray be able to survive in this new world? Is the physique of his new body really useless? Join Ray on his adventure to find out.

In a kingdom shrouded in eternal twilight after a cursed war, Dalilah, a deadly assassin fueled by vengeance, infiltrates high society to kill the Eclipsed King and end the darkness. To dismantle his defenses, she targets Alden, the King’s loyal Chief of Command—unaware he’s her childhood friend from brighter days. Posing as a noblewoman, Dalilah arranges a calculated marriage to Alden, but as their paths intertwine, she is torn between her mission and the forbidden love that could destroy them both.

In a world shaped by the mysterious "Historical Void," a disillusioned young man, burdened by debt and haunted by failure, is thrust into a brutal awakening experiment that grants him unstable powers. As the world edges toward an apocalypse fueled by secret machinations and interdimensional threats, he must master his abilities to confront an ancient force bent on consuming reality itself.

Scarlet was enrolled in the Villainess Academy to learn how the world of evil truly operates. She possessed hearts so pure and innocent that were often considered naive, easily believing whatever she was told, which made her seem foolish in the eyes of others. A girl with no mana, no aura, cannot summon a spirit, or execute a magic. Her parents, worried that her innocence and inability to survive in the world would be her downfall, they enrolled her in the Villainess Academy, hoping they would learn the harsh realities of the world and toughen up. In the academy where she was bullied and belittle, Scarlet met someone who would protect her. But this person is hiding in shadow

Rovan is a blacksmith, the lowest of the low in a world ruled by magic. Born without powers, he has spent his life working the forge, surviving under the iron fist of an emperor who takes everything—even the children blessed with magic. When a desperate boy stumbles into his forge, hunted by the emperor’s men, Rovan makes a choice that will change his life forever: he hides the boy, sparking a chain of events that will lead him to a secret that could shake the empire to its core. Drawn into a web of rebellion, mystery, and forbidden power, Rovan discovers that leadership isn’t about magic or strength—it’s about courage. Guided by a mysterious woman, a wise old master, and his own unyielding heart, Rovan becomes the protector of those who would otherwise be silenced. But with danger closing in from all sides, can a powerless blacksmith rise to lead a nation and stand against the might of an emperor who steals the gods’ blessings? Or will the flames of rebellion consume him and the children he’s sworn to protect?

# Arranged marriage #Paranormal Romance -She was his sweet peach. His wish. His eternity. His redemption. His to corrupt and his to command. He has and would never love any the way he loved her- Hermione Barclay, an attractive princess suffered a tragic past which caused her to isolate herself, frightened by the presence of people, poor constructions of words... The memory of the vampire boy whom she had once felt safe around remained etched in her innermost self and she fantasized about nothing but him. Years later, a marriage proposal arrived and she was to wed the same man she had always dreamt about, unfortunately, her expectations of him were crushed. He only cared for her because he was asked to, not because he wanted to. Dark and Tragic twists awaited her in her new home, how was she going to survive?

"If somehow you could rewrite your life's greatest sins." Damien Vryce, a hard-hearted killer, was hanged for tyranny. He found himself awoken one year ahead of his fall. Having recollections from his past, he swore to make amends and save himself from the gallows. In the path of redemption lay treachery, conspiracies under the surface, and an unlikely, but hot love with the unknown woman, Amara Draven. As Damien sows the seeds of distrust by laying ruin to his past empire of fear, he recognizes that redemption considers the acknowledgement of the sins that have been committed along with the crossing of the line from sin to repentance. An entire kingdom lies in the threshold of war, enemies imbued with greed lurk in the shadows, and the second chance for Damien may well be the last.

In the forest village of Gizakini, where magic flows through the shadows and the balance of Void and Aether governs life, the Rite of Shadowbinding is a sacred trial that defines every elf’s destiny. For young Xa’el, the ritual meant to awaken his connection to the Void takes everything from him—his life, his identity, and the future his family dreamed of. But death is not the end. Xa’el is reborn, his soul fused with that of a human from a distant, unfamiliar world. Haunted by fractured memories of Earth and the weight of his elven heritage, he returns to a village that no longer recognizes him. Named a Chronicler, a role that binds him to the preservation of elven lore, Xa’el discovers he is more than a keeper of the past—he is a force for change. The awakening has left Xa’el altered in ways his people do not understand. With the knowledge of science and technology blending with the magic of Ro, Xa’el begins to see his world not as it is, but as it could be. Yet his vision clashes with centuries of tradition, and his pursuit of progress places him at odds with the elders who fear the erosion of the balance that has kept their people alive.

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.

There is a special team operating in the shadows in the sprawling, fog-enshrouded city of Cinderfire. They’re known as the Ninth Division, a covert unit within the police force tasked with investigating the unexplained and the cases that ordinary officers can’t handle, where the rules of the supernatural apply. A hardened guerilla fighter and the team's newest member, is about to get his first taste of what lurks in the city's dark corners.

Emmie’s heart pounded as the figure rose from the shadows, thicker and grayer than before—a far more earthbound and sinister version of the one he thought he’d conquered. The sparkling light from the crystals above seemed to be sucked away, leaving a suffocating emptiness. Even the sound of his friends’ breaths around him grew faint, their voices—one of concern, another of reassurance—muffled echoes through the cavern behind him. Yet he knew he had to press forward, deeper into the darkness, and face this alone. For now. The figure stepped closer, slow and deliberate, its glowing eyes radiating an icy malevolence. “You think you’ve overcome your fears?” it hissed, its voice sharp and grating. “That was nothing. I am the fog inside you—the one you ignore, the one that carves at you.” Emmie swallowed hard, forcing himself upright despite the shaking in his legs. “I’m not afraid of you,” he said, summoning courage he didn’t fully feel. “I’ve come too far to turn back.” The figure’s laughter crawled down his spine. “Brave, so brave… but so foolish. You’ve barely begun to uncover the truths buried in your soul. Your doubts, your regrets, your anger—they feed me.” For a moment, Emmie faltered. The words clawed at wounds he’d tried to ignore, stirring his doubts: Could he truly protect his friends? Were his choices enough? The darkness seemed to press closer, suffocating him with its weight. But then he remembered Mira’s voice, full of faith. He thought of Amara’s bright laughter and Cory’s unwavering support. They had believed in him when he couldn’t believe in himself. “Maybe I do doubt,” Emmie admitted, meeting the figure’s glowing gaze. “But those doubts don’t define me. My friends believe in me, and I believe in myself.” The figure’s eyes narrowed, frustration flickering within. “Conviction alone won’t save you,” it hissed. “Your friends are far, and here, it’s just you and me.” It raised its arm, and the shadows coiled into smoky tendrils, striking toward him. Emmie dodged just in time as they slammed into the ground, shattering the stone and sending shards flying. His heart raced, his footing unsteady, but he pushed himself upright. A faint light flickered in his hand—small but wholly his. The figure laughed, mocking him. “Is that all? A tiny flicker? Pathetic.” Emmie clenched his jaw. “It’s enough,” he said. “This light is everything I fought for, everything I believe in.” The figure snarled, and the darkness surged again, crashing against Emmie’s light. Straining against the tide, he closed his eyes and steadied his breathing. He thought of his friends, their unwavering faith, and his purpose. The light steadied, burning brighter. At that moment, he heard their voices—Mira, Amara, and Cory—calling to him. The sound reignited his resolve. As their light joined his, the shadow recoiled, its form shattering under their combined strength. The figure’s voice echoed as it faded: “This isn’t over, Emmie. This is just the beginning.” Emmie stood firm, unwavering. “I’ll be ready. Let’s finish this.”

|R18+| Welcome to SkinDimensional's hottest new reality show! This season we've scattered a group of ordinary human role-playing game enthusiasts across a unique world of supernatural horror, filled martial arts, monsters, and sexy mayhem. If they ever want to get home, they'll have to play along with our naughty little game! Follow our hero, James Li, as he dives into the grim underworld to grow stronger and make a name for himself. Does he have what it takes to reunite with his friends? Updating daily for now! This story is equal parts martial arts comedy harem romance and supernatural urban horror thriller, with plenty of erotica throughout. I promise it works. You can expect all of the many genres to be the tone/mood at some point in this story. Currently, the love scenes have all been very romantic and fairly vanilla, though things will get freakier as the story progresses. You can expect: - Male protagonist focus with occasional Interludes from other perspectives - Genuine romance between the MC and the women in his life - Slow corruption of moral standards, and a kind of gradual, creeping horror, like faces in the corner of the room at night that only grow more distinct as your eyes adjust to the light - Comedy and hijinks! There are character images and more on my Patreon.

Title: Kingpin of the Shadows --- Synopsis: Born into the violent streets of Colima, Mexico, Alejandro "Lex" Navarro grows up in a world where power is currency and survival demands ruthless cunning. Gifted with a genius intellect and unrelenting ambition, Lex dreams not of escaping his dangerous environment but of conquering it. As he rises through the ranks of Colima's criminal underworld, Lex aspires to build an empire that surpasses the world's most notorious warlords. From mastering the art of manipulation to orchestrating international alliances, Lex's journey is a saga of betrayal, brutality, and brilliance. But as he amasses wealth and power, the shadows of his choices threaten to consume him. Will he achieve his dream of becoming the richest and most feared figure in history, or will the same fire that fuels him ultimately destroy him? --- please just read the first chapter and try it leave a comment and tell me what you think about it if you don't like it

After being whisked away into another world, from one cruel existence to another, Sylvia finds herself in front of a demon lord. He who only has one command for her. Be my bride.

Society views witches as abominations, and as such, treats them that way. While on an errand for her coven, Lilith spies on a young Lycan boy playing with his friends, wistful for the life she could have had. In a twist of fate, she encounters him again, and a relationship blossoms between them. But in a world that wants nothing to do with witches, will their relationship survive the stigma? @ Art by Thorkell_40k

Clara Hamilton, a kind-hearted flower shop owner, lives a quiet life in a bustling city, though her home life is far from peaceful due to her cruel stepmother and stepsisters. Her world is turned upside down when she is kidnapped by Benjamin D'Angelo, the cold-hearted mafia king, who mistakenly believes she’s connected to a conspiracy against him. As Clara is thrust into Benjamin’s dark, dangerous world, she begins to see the softer side of the ruthless man, hidden beneath his hardened exterior. Torn between the growing love she feels for him and the danger surrounding them both, Clara must navigate betrayal, family secrets, and a developing attraction to the man who is both her captor and protector. As their relationship deepens, Clara and Benjamin must face powerful enemies and make difficult choices, ultimately deciding if their love can survive in the shadows of his mafia world.

In the bustling metropolis of New York City, December 11, 2023, marks a pivotal moment in human history. A groundbreaking experiment in quantum computing, led by the brilliant yet enigmatic Dr. Evelyn Carter, promises to unlock the secrets of parallel universes. As the experiment unfolds, unforeseen consequences ripple through the fabric of reality, merging alternate dimensions and creating a chaotic new world. Amidst this turmoil, Alex Mercer, a resourceful journalist with a knack for uncovering hidden truths, stumbles upon a conspiracy that threatens not just the city, but the very nature of existence. Teaming up with Dr. Carter and a diverse group of survivors, Alex must navigate a labyrinth of shifting realities, facing off against shadowy figures who will stop at nothing to control this newfound power. As they race against time to restore balance, Alex and the team uncover startling revelations about their own pasts and the interconnectedness of all life. "Echoes of Tomorrow" is a gripping tale of adventure, intrigue, and the enduring power of human resilience in the face of the unknown. Main Characters: Alex Mercer: A determined and resourceful journalist in his early 30s, Alex has a talent for uncovering hidden truths. He's driven by a personal tragedy and seeks to expose the conspiracy behind the quantum experiment. Dr. Evelyn Carter: A brilliant quantum physicist in her late 40s, Evelyn is the lead scientist behind the experiment. She is intelligent, methodical, and harbors a deep secret about the true purpose of her research. Liam Rodriguez: A former military officer turned security consultant, Liam is tough, pragmatic, and fiercely loyal. He becomes the group's protector as they navigate the dangers of the merged realities. Maya Patel: A tech-savvy hacker in her mid-20s, Maya is witty, resourceful, and has a knack for solving complex problems. She provides crucial technical support to the team. Elena Novak: A mysterious woman with knowledge of the alternate dimensions, Elena's motives are unclear. She provides cryptic guidance to Alex and the team, hinting at a larger cosmic plan.

In a world where power determines destiny, Xie Zhen is a cultivator with a dark and ruthless reputation. Born into poverty and marked by betrayal from a young age, he learned that the only law that counts is that of brute force. Unlike typical cultivation heroes, Xie Zhen is not guided by a sense of justice or a need for simple revenge: he is driven by an insatiable desire to control the destinies of others and subjugate those who dare stand against him. path. His rise is marked by calculated acts of cruelty and manipulation. He does not shy away from any method, whether it is stealing, betraying or even sacrificing the souls of his allies to obtain the slightest fragment of power. Xie Zhen revels in the chaos he causes, feeding off the suffering of others to strengthen his own powers. Where others ally out of caution, he infiltrates and destroys, using human weaknesses as pawns in a ruthless power game. As he climbs the ranks of cultivation, Xie Zhen discovers forbidden techniques, paths few dare explore and which slowly transform his soul. However, his quest for infinite power attracts the attention of ancient gods and malevolent entities, who see him as a threat to the fragile balance of the world. But Xie Zhen is determined to surpass even the heavens, ready to face all forces, whether divine or demonic, to become the very embodiment of terror. In Shadows of Ascension, the reader is drawn into a spiral of darkness and pure ambition, where the protagonist doesn't just survive: he crushes, consumes, and transcends the limits of human morality to reach a peak terrifying, daring the entire world to bend to his will.

Many years ago, a boy's family was massacred by humans as they suspected his family practiced witchcraft which was not accepted among the people. He was traumatized and lived in fear after all the people he loved died. He feared love. Afraid that if he ends up loving anyone again, they will be taken away from him. So he became rogue, merciless, unable to control and his hate for humans grew day by day. His power made him a King whom no one dared to disobey. He had both power and looks and his looks made him a walking "temptation". He was stoic and had turned off his feelings of love and mercy. Mirabelle, a young madien who was placed on a curse at a young age. The curse was placed on her to pay for her father's sins and she was only meant to be free from the curse after a man falls in love with her. But who can fall in love with a blind girl?

Amid an unprecedented global catastrophe, Aris has been left alone in the world. With only one goal, he works tirelessly to discover the secret of the Split. But when he inadvertently ends up trapped on the other side of reality, he’s plunged into a world of monsters, magic and swords where he has to struggle for his life, in a place where power is king. A black sheep among the others, will Aris find the secrets he needs to return home to a life of poverty, or will his newfound power change the person the he will become?

Introducing Shadows of Shrine. A Short gripping tale of horror inspired by the eerie true events surrounding Masaaki Nakayama's experience while creating PTSD Radio. Dive into this unsettling story of Masaaki by me!