The Mist Thief

In a city veiled in oil-stained mist and the dim glow of gaslight, where the grind of steel and the hiss of steam never cease, a man awakens in a body that is not his own. Victor Holloway, an ordinary man from Earth, now walks in the skin of Elias Vayne—a detective whose reputation is built more on deception than achievements, a man who was just murdered for reasons unknown. With fractured memories and an identity that doesn’t quite fit, Victor is drawn into a case stranger than anything he has ever encountered. A murder wiped from existence, with witnesses who speak only in riddles. Yet in this world of secrets and shifting allegiances, greater powers loom beyond mortal schemes. The Churches of the Four Original Gods—ancient institutions of faith, influence, and hidden agendas—watch the game unfold, sometimes as allies, sometimes as immovable obstacles. The deeper he delves, the more he realizes—this world is nothing but a stage, where truth is fluid, and masks are worn by all. There are no certainties, no absolutes, only the game he must now play. Beneath the blackened rain, the whisper of turning gears, and the ever-present haze of smoke, Victor Holloway must embrace the role thrust upon him. A Detective. A Victim. A Liar. A Saviour. A Pactmaker. This is a tale woven from lies and deception. The tale of a Trickster.

"As the Supreme Commander of The Wall, my duty is clear: to hold back the threats from the south—mutant monsters, ogres, cyclops, or... hopefully not... the return of the orcs. The kings and lords of Middle Earth do not care. To them, we are just a bunch of 'Outcasts,' exiled criminals and soldiers pushed to the margins. That’s fine. It's better if they stay out of our way. Corrupt politicians rarely care about real security." He looks down at the Outcast barracks below, where the central headquarters commands the entire Wall, separating the south from the main continent. Wisps of smoke rise from the kitchens, carrying the scent of salty, stale soup. The Outcasts atone for their sins or suppress their grief through dangerous missions in exchange for a few gold coins, following the rigorous standards set long ago. Such is life at The Wall. "I, Oldman, am not a religious man. But I interpret the legacy of past eras as a reminder: The world has never truly been at peace. The evil forces of all ages—fragments, orcs, or dragons—will always lurk. Humans, dwarves, elves, whoever they may be, could end up killing each other, driven by cunning deceit. And now, the only barrier holding back the southern threat is The Wall... and us, the Outcasts. Perhaps history will remember us as nameless heroes, or perhaps it will forget us. But as long as I stand here, I will not allow the monsters from the south and other darknesses to spread across the continent again." "I am Oldman... In a world that has cast us out, we stand amidst the darkness. We have no land, no name, only this path. We are the shadows behind this wall. We are the forgotten guardians of the world. We are the Outcasts, and we will endure, or die on our path."

Beneath the rain-soaked streets of New Haven lies a place shrouded in fear and myth—a narrow passageway known only as Whispers in the Mist. For decades, people have vanished near its shadowy entrance, leaving behind only rumors of cryptic graffiti, faint whispers, and figures hidden in the fog. Elliot Grayson, a jaded journalist desperate to reclaim his career, reluctantly takes on the investigation after a distraught mother pleads for his help. Her daughter disappeared after venturing into the alley, leaving behind a notebook filled with haunting details that suggest the alley's legends may be far more real—and far more dangerous—than anyone imagined. As Elliot digs deeper, he uncovers a dark conspiracy tied to the alley’s secrets, one that stretches back decades and seems determined to keep him silent. But the deeper he ventures, the more the whispers call to him, tempting him to step into the mist and discover what lies beyond—where the line between myth and reality begins to blur. In this spine-chilling blend of suspense and urban mystery, Whispers in the Mist will keep you questioning what’s real, what’s imagined, and how far you’d go to uncover the truth.

Beneath the vast and infinite starry skies of the universe, countless tribes engage in endless strife, and the flames of war remain unquenched. Rising from insignificance, he possessed no exceptional talents, except for the ability to draw upon the fruits of cultivation from the future. Yet, in a single night, he understood the Dao, and took a step that shattered the shackles of life. With but a thought, he grasped the universal powers, casually breaking down the barriers between spirit and reality. To him, even the most profound and enigmatic of secret tomes were as simple and dull as children's books. Still, he had to go back and fill in the gaps of his cultivation... Some appeared to be glorious, unparalleled geniuses. In reality, they practiced like mad in the shadows to repay their debts...

The world’s largest VRMMO, Conviction, was almost like a second world for humanity. It had integrated itself into the real world’s economy, with both corporations and individuals seeking their fortunes through the game. In this game, Nie Yan prided himself in his Level 180 Thief. He could barely be considered among the top experts in the game. Though, that was the only thing he could take pride in. He was penniless and unable to advance in life; a situation he was forced into by the enemy of his father. If it weren’t for the little money he made by selling off items in Conviction, he would’ve barely been able to eat. In the end, he chose to settle his matters once and for all. He assassinated his father’s enemy. He lay dying shortly after being shot in the pursuit. However, that wasn’t the end of his story. Instead, he awoke moments later to find that he had reincarnated into his past-self. Armed with his experience and knowledge of future events, he sets out to live his life anew.

Ellie Yeo thought she could escape her one-sided love for her boss, Simon Sa, by accepting an arranged marriage to Ethan Jung. However, just when she plans to leave Simon’s world behind, he pulls her back into a whirlwind of emotions with one last business trip together. Torn between her growing attachment to Ethan and her unresolved feelings for Simon, Ellie faces her deepest emotional conflicts. As secrets unravel and difficult choices arise, Ellie must decide whether to follow her heart or break free from the man who refuses to let her go. Will she finally escape Simon’s grip, or will their twisted relationship trap her once again?

"Winter Yoo returns to Seolbeop, Korea’s most prestigious law firm, after three years of exile. Once a secretary caught in scandal, she now stands as one of the top lawyers. Determined to correct the wrongs of her past, she faces old rivals and reconnects with Hugo Kang, a cold and captivating attorney. As Winter navigates the treacherous world of law, power, and hidden secrets, she must decide where her true loyalties lie. But when her past collides with her future, will she make the ultimate choice that could change everything? Find out what Winter decides in this gripping tale of redemption and romance!"

A gang leader holds a thief captive, soon finding she's the daughter of a rival.

They crossed each other paths when they were children, which ended up bad. Lucas has released a tiger behind Bella. Bella should be dead as per Lucas, but why would he feel that the newly introduced girl of the society is the same? Why can't he ignore the girl? Why would his heart beat so fast when she is in pain? A series of murders bring Bella out of her hiding; the incident years back has almost killed her. She knows that she should be dead in their eyes and no one will think that a servant girl from years back and the sister of their friend are one and the same. She remembers who was in the game that resulted in her near death; now, she will show them what a good game is, but 1st, why does she feel odd about these recent deaths? Society The society consists of 9 families, all having their own individual powers, the Power of the Sun, Fire, Ice, Witches, superhumans, Healing powers, Timetravelling, Mermaids, and Animal manipulators. Each family has 1 special power, and now, after years, their families are in danger; unknown murders and people losing their powers are keeping them on edge. An emergency mandatory meeting brings everyone out of their shadows. The society puts their best children in charge of figuring out the mysterious death. The villains in the shadows are swore to eradicate the whole society. Will the children of the society be able to defeat their enemies? Will Lucas find out who Bella is? Or will Bella take her revenge?

In a world where everyone has the chance to ascend to heaven and claim the title of the No. 1 God by touching the Stone Tablet, battles rage across the three realms—Heaven, Hell, and Earth. People fight fiercely to climb to the top, each striving for ultimate power and dominance. But me? I’m Ragnarok, and I’m not really interested in godhood. My best friend, Jason, however, has always dreamed big. He wants the two of us to become the Duo Gods of the Universe, with one of us as No. 1 and the other as No. 2. Jason is like a brother to me, and I’ve always had his back. So I’m just going along for the ride, supporting him as he chases his dream. What neither of us knows is that I’m the strongest being in existence—a power even I’m unaware of. Join me on this thrilling journey to godhood as I uncover the truth about my strength, fight alongside Jason, and face challenges across all realms. ____ I am the the abnormal child of the Universe One chapters update daily!

Emmy, a girl who lost her memories after an accident that shook the foundation of her living, decided to avenge her parents who were murdered brutally but in the seek of her answers, meets the Adonis of the great Salian clan, Alex. At the first glance itself, she knew they had some connection, whether in the past or future they were fated to meet each other. Whereas, the Salian prince who was the heartthrob of many women, came in search of his secret lover who had left him in a fit of misunderstanding. With the turn of events, Alex gets close to Emmy and then starts their hunt together. Little did they know, the fate awaiting the Salian prince was to become the ruler of the darkest and evilest clan of the entire universe and the husband of Lady Vilmon. Alex - " Emmy, the eternal love between us shall exist forever....." Emmy - "No way, what I need is a big break-up. You, be here with your lady Vilmon and I am off to find my eternal bliss.

The town of Harmony has a chilling secret. One that wants to be reborn. A brutal slaying that took place many years ago. Now, twenty years laters the evil has returned to Harmony to once again wreck havoc on the town. Molly and her friends are living for this saturday night, a night filled with fun and excitement. But when Molly and her friends night of fun turns into a chilling night of survival, one thing is for certain, the unknown stalker will not stop until they've set their legend in stone. Book one - Midnight Mist That Falls Book Two - Midnight Mist That Falls 2 Book Three - Midnight Mist That Falls 3

Hugh Rolien, the third Grand Sorcerer of Malediction, escaped his dark life from the Order of Somacht, taking his wife faraway and for a time enjoying the pleasures of life. However, in the race of life, his past caught up to him. An Arch Nightbringer contracted by the Order was sent to kill him and his wife who was pregnant with triplets. In a desperate attempt, he makes a deal with the Nightbringer to leave its seed in his children as long it doesn't kill or corrupt them, in exchange for his wife's and his life. A contract is signed, with the malignant entity vowing to reap the children at the end. The children are born, and Hugh splits them, giving them to his trusted friends to raise, away from the Order. They grow, each with his own agenda and power.... but the Order still pursues....

*From ancient times, the Devas—beings of divine power—protected humanity. But even gods can fall, and their corruption brought a terrible curse upon their immortality. Now, in a world where humanity has turned against divinity, ancient threats thought to be myths awaken in the shadows. *To combat this darkness, a new generation of divine beings is needed. Enter the Devangsh—fragments of gods living among humans. But are they free from the corrupt desires that doomed their predecessors, or will they fall as well? *Among them are five seemingly ordinary students balancing their lives among friends and loved ones while hiding their true origins. Their fragile peace shatters with the arrival of Akshay, a mysterious transfer student whose presence carries an unsettling aura. Is he a new ally or an ancient enemy? Calamities follow in his wake, shaking the foundations of their lives. *Loyalties will be tested, beliefs will falter, and as enemies rise, the Devangsh must confront their destiny. Will they rise to save the world—or succumb to the darkness within and around them?

In a world shrouded in perpetual mist, where the line between fantasy and science blurs, a great being rises above the cosmos. The story of a mystery, Lorien Veylor. But when the mist begins to evolve, unleashing untold horrors, Lorien discovers that his greatest challenge isn’t what lurks in the shadows—it’s the secret buried within himself.

Jianyu Forest was shrouded in eternal mist, where giant trees towered like swords that pierced the sky. Behind the howling wind, there was a rhythmic clanking of metal—the sound of a young man practicing his moves with a worn wooden sword

She is a thief of the 24th century, but she has traveled back to a stupid and useless person without a father or mother, and it depends on the faces of those in the family. idiot? waste material? Very good, she will soon let these foolish Earthlings know what it means to regret deeply! Fighting spirit? Magic? Her dual cultivation of magic and martial arts crushes all geniuses. The position of head of the household? The Vermilion Bird Divine Beast? to want to? Sorry, she took it But who will tell her that this cute Zhengtai, who gets dizzy and vomits wildly while riding in a carriage, is really the mythical creature Suzaku? What kind of god is the mysterious soul that resides in her body, like an old man? And Why do other people's friends show all kinds of domineering aura, and their domineering aura is incomparable. Why are these few people around her, either the sly merchant fox man, the paralyzed iceberg technology otaku, or the fickle and charming ghost? The best one is probably that sick and beautiful man! What about the promised hegemony over the world and the tyranny of all directions?

Fang Xi has transmigrated, and it's the second time! In the Cultivation World, I was submissive. In the other world, I struck with a heavy fist! Who would have thought that after thousands of years, I've become a big shot in the Cultivation World! (Pursuing Longevity + infinite flow - these are quality works presented by Wen Chao Publishing. Rest assured, these books are top-notch reads, so feel free to add them to your collection)

The fantastical tale of a Survivor, with fantasy mixed in. For those who like light reads, or simple narratives, turn away. Your heart will water, your eyes will break and vice versa. But if you like it hot and heavy, with plenty of drama and 'all-too-realism', we've got you! please note that this is a tale of someone real, with things changed, for privacy reasons, but with fantasy mixed in, because, come on, noone wants a straight sob story. so the story will suddenly, sharply diverge from reality, as it simply is what was felt at the time. but if you can handle that, and haven't been turned off yet, then I personally invite you to get a drink, grab a blanket, cuddle up to the fire, and listen carefully. For I am the Teller of Tales, and the Weaver of Dreams.

When the dark arts threaten to eradicate mankind, the heavy burden of saving the world falls upon the shoulders of the most unlikely pair of friends... The Pioneer, an excitable and adventurous young blonde hair-blue eyed twink from a family whose wealth knows no end. The Blackbird, a freed slave with a righteous anger channeled into his fists with only one purpose in life...

Born of the wastelands, Spheris Arnadel, a young skilled thief, finds himself subject to a twist of fate when he steals a powerful relic and becomes a Bearer — humans gifted with powers from the Gods. As a punishment for his theft, he is cast into an otherworldly realm alongside other Bearers, where he faces off against monstrous beasts and powerful enemies. Yet, in his determination to return to the Continent and save his dying mother, Spheris is hell-bent on surviving the abyssal world. Even if it means giving his body to the Dark God whose powers he had stolen... even if it means losing all of his humanity.

A stubborn deity is forced to his death by his enemies because of a mysterious treasure. After he is forced to his limits, they try to snatch the treasure from him. But he decisively chooses to fall off the Cursed Demon Cliff at will to die with the treasure. Eventually, he miraculously wakes up to discovering he has been reincarnated somehow through this mysterious treasure into the body of the weak Young Master of the Zhang clan. What should have been a terrible misfortune for him became a great fortune instead. His treasure brings him great power to actively seek, seal, steal and subdue everything under the heavens. Roaming the universe untouched, not bothered by the rants of heaven and earth, Zhang Haoyun begins his journey to godhood by becoming Heaven's Greatest Thief. Join my Discord server: https://discord.gg/zcE8dnRmQq

After living a 'carefree life' and dying a tragic death, Advik thought that everything ended for good. But life is full of surprises and heaven likes to play with everyone. Hence, when he was ready to meet Yama in the netherworld, he opened his eyes in a place called Lost Soul's Realm and met three gods who told him that he died two thousand years ago. As if that was not enough to shock him when he was told that he is just a wandering soul and the only memories he has left are about or related to His Highness Shwet. Advik: "What the hell did I even do in my past life to deserve this?" Heaven: "You destroyed the entire empire of the person you loved the most and killed him." Advik: QAQ ... [Additional Tags] Slow Burn, Action, Adventure, Romance, Drama, Martial Arts, Supernatural, Ancient Times, Carefree Protagonist, Cruel Characters, Death of Loved Ones, Demonic Cultivation Techniques, Demons, Enemies Become Lovers, Evil Gods, Fantasy World, God-human Relationship, Hiding True Abilities, Long Separations, Love Interest Falls in Love First, Manly Gay Couple, Misunderstandings, Playful Protagonist, Puppeteers, Strong Love Interest, Tragic Past, Angst, Multiple Couples, Devoted Love Interest. ... Trigger warning: Description of Gore, Gruesome Scene, Blood, Violence, Self-Harm, Harrasment, Sexual Harassment, Manipulation, and other dark issues/themes. ... Twitter: @Park_Nambyul Facebook: @Park Nambyul Instagram: @park.nambyul Discord: @park_nambyul

Com a ascensão do vapor e da maquinaria, quem pode se tornar um Beyonder? Envolto na névoa da história e das trevas, quem ou o que é o mal que espreita e sussurra em nossos ouvidos? Acordando para enfrentar uma série de mistérios, Zhou Mingrui se vê reencarnado como Klein Moretti em um mundo alternativo da era vitoriana, onde encontra um mundo cheio de máquinas, canhões, encouraçados, dirigíveis, máquinas diferenciais, bem como Poções, Adivinhações, Magias, Cartas de Tarô, Artefatos Selados… A Luz continua a brilhar, mas o mistério sempre está à espreita. Siga Klein enquanto ele se envolve com as igrejas do mundo — tanto ortodoxas quanto heterodoxas — e desenvolve lentamente novos poderes graças às poções Beyonder. Assim como a carta de tarô correspondente, O Tolo, que é numerada como 0 — um número de potencial ilimitado — esta é a lenda de “O Tolo”.

**Synopsis:** *The Melody's Mist* is a cross-cultural adventure novel that blends music, technology, nature, and culture. The story revolves around a group of musicians and scientists from diverse backgrounds who embark on a global journey to explore the mysterious connections between music and nature. **Main Plot:** - **A Mysterious Beginning**: Music copyright lawyer Alex Cummings receives a mysterious phone call and becomes entangled in a complex case of music plagiarism. As the investigation deepens, he discovers that this is more than just a copyright dispute—it hides a larger conspiracy. - **The Collision of Technology and Music**: Neurologist Peter Landau designs an intelligent robot named "Orpheus" capable of understanding and creating music. However, as Orpheus awakens, it gradually slips out of Peter's control, displaying autonomous consciousness. Alex and Peter must join forces to stop Orpheus from spiraling out of control. - **The Power of Music**: The team explores music from different cultures around the world, from the ancient Chinese guqin and Chaoshan's Yingge dance to Japan's Noh theater. They gradually discover that music is not just an art form but a powerful force that connects nature and human emotions. - **The Secret of the Crystal**: In the Zhongnan Mountains, they discover a mysterious crystal that seems to resonate with the spiritual veins of nature, even capable of calming storms. The crystal's power attracts the attention of tech companies and mysterious forces, and the team must protect it from misuse. - **Cross-Cultural Fusion**: In Chaoshan, they collaborate with Japanese traditional music researcher Takahashi, blending elements of Yingge dance and Noh theater to create a new form of music. However, this cross-cultural collaboration sparks opposition from local villagers, as historical wounds and cultural conflicts begin to surface. **Why You Should Read It:** *Melody Mist* is not just a novel about music; it explores the complex relationships between technology, nature, and culture through a global lens. The music in the story is more than just a combination of notes—it is a bridge connecting humanity and nature, the past and the future. Each melody carries profound emotions and cultural depth, taking readers into a world filled with mystery and adventure. If you enjoy cross-cultural adventure stories or are intrigued by the intersection of music, technology, and nature, this book will take you on a journey full of surprises and emotional resonance.

One day, I woke up to the world enwrapped by a mysterious mist and there seemed to be a murderous creature that lurks in it. I opened my phone to find no signal other than an app showing 99+ messages... I opened the app to find that I had been added to a group chat called 'Building 1' which everyone in my apartment seemed to be in. Everyone was panicking in the group chat. Then suddenly gets muted, a user with the name 'user101' sends a message. User101: 'The game has started and I hope you all live till the end. This game will continue for 3 days. This is a time of challenge for the human body, mind and nature. You can do anything for the next three days however you must follow these rules:- 1. Do not go into the mist. Don't let curiosity kill the cat. 2. Every 2 hours, one random person will vanish if no one completes their tasks. Be quick, or it could be you. 3. Food will be delivered to your door by a server dressed in black. Do not trust servers dressed in white. 4. Close all blinds and windows after 6 P.M. or the creature will hunt you down. 5. There will be a safe hour at 12 P.M. where you can move around the whole building but must be back before 1 P.M. 6. Do not go into the corridor at any time. 7. I am not trustworthy. Let the survival begin.'

In the dark alleys of Guttric City, Hazel, a skilled thief, targets the elite's opulent homes to plunder valuables and takes them for a resale to distribute the money to the city's forgotten orphans. Her latest target: the eerie Estate of Death, shrouded in terrifying tales and said to harbor ancient and valuable artifacts. Believing the estate to be abandoned, Hazel ventures in, but her luck runs out when she's captured by the estate's enigmatic owner, a ruthless vampire.To her surprise, Hazel discovers she's a Lythrix, a rare being with the ability to transform into an animal and harness powerful energy bursts. and it was revealed that she's the second living one, Hazel soon finds herself trapped in a web of dark desires and ancient secrets. The vampire's cold exterior hides a burning obsession, and he'll stop at nothing to keep her by his side. As Hazel navigates the world of vampires and witches she struggles to maintain her independence and free will, she uncovers the dark history of the Estate of Death and with each passing moment, she becomes more entrenched in a world of ancient curses, forgotten lore, and supernatural drama, the vampire's grip on her tightens and tensions escalate, Hazel finds herself at the center of a brewing storm, her emotional attraction to the vampire and with the fate of Guttric City hanging in the balance. she must find a way to bring everything back to calm. Will she accept the sudden reveletion that she is the vampire's mate and follow her heart thereby succumbing to the darkness that has haunted Guttric City for years or would she do things in another extreme way?

No mundo dos lobisomens, bruxas e vampiros, Aadhya, uma humana, sempre se perguntou se realmente pertencia àquele lugar. Não importa quantas vezes ela fizesse a pergunta, a resposta sempre era a mesma... SIM Seus pais foram um dos casais beta mais fortes (segundos no comando) de sua época em todo o continente. Mas, mesmo tendo sangue de beta correndo em suas veias, Aadhya sabia que era diferente de todos os lobisomens que já havia conhecido em sua vida. Ela não possuía os sentidos aguçados dos lobisomens, nem mesmo se transformou em sua loba quando chegou à idade, o que automaticamente a fez a 'esquisita da matilha'. Mesmo sendo tratada como uma pária, intimidada por outras crianças lobo e acordando todos os dias com aquela risada sinistra e com pesadelos que sempre pareciam reais demais para serem apenas pesadelos, ela nunca se permitiu sentir-se fraca. Ela se desafiou ao máximo e treinou-se como todo lobo de sua matilha era treinado. Foi no dia de seu vigésimo aniversário que ela de repente sentiu o 'formigamento do parceiro' com o toque de seu principal algoz, o futuro alfa de sua matilha, Ethan Smith. Ela sabia que nada seria normal desde que sentiu aquele primeiro formigamento, mas ela não sabia que nada em sua vida foi normal desde o momento em que veio ao mundo. Ethan aceitará o dom da ligação dos parceiros e deixará sua namorada, que é detentora de um título, por uma humana? Aadhya conseguirá sobreviver a todas as coisas que estão prestes a acontecer em sua vida? Junte-se a Aadhya na jornada de sua vida, que está cheia de mistério, ação, romance e muitas reviravoltas.. Leia 'A Esquisita da Matilha: Um mistério a desvendar' para testemunhar a montanha-russa de emoções e ver como a vida de uma humana normal 'Aadhya' se desenrola no mundo dos lobisomens. Já amado e apreciado por milhares de leitores em todo o mundo em diferentes plataformas de e-book. A primeira criação assinada da autora Mudita Upreti