These Scars

Reivo was just a boy when he watched his village burn, his family slaughtered before his eyes. The Reign arrived too late, cloaked in golden banners and cold justifications. They called it a tragedy. He called it the beginning. Now seventeen, Reivo bears no title, no blessing. What he carries instead are scars—etched into his flesh and soul. And a secret: when he closes his eyes, the darkness listens. The Awakening approaches, the moment when fate chooses who will wield power. But Reivo’s gift was never the Will's to give. From the ashes of his past, something older and far more terrifying has stirred—whispers from beyond sleep, creatures shaped by fear, bound only to him. As the Reign begins to suspect what he’s become, Reivo must decide whether to fight for a world that left him behind—or let his nightmares consume it. Summon the dark. Dream no more.

I built my empire from silence. I wore my pain like diamonds. And just when the world clapped for my rise — Someone tried to end it. Now, with danger behind me and my rival beside me… This isn’t just success. It’s survival. "When the Sky Forgot My Name" — A tale of power, betrayal, and the scars no spotlight can hide.

Five years and six months Hosea was behind Bars for a crime he was innocent of, he sacrifice everything for Beautrice the woman he loved. He returns home with the hope of making Beatrice his for life, but he finds her in the arms of someone he could never have imagined—his father. Not only are they married, but they also have a two-year-old son together. Heartbroken, Hosea decides to cut ties with love and become the person his late mother wanted him to be. However, things become complicated when he meets Menalla. She is nothing like the woman from his past; she is kind, strong, and intelligent. Despite her positive qualities, she carries her own scars and has vowed never to love again. Yet, deep secrets lurk beneath the surface. Hosea's father cover up his dark secrets and is determined to protect his reputation, family and company will do anything necessary to maintain control. As these challenges unfold, Hosea must navigate his feelings for Menalla while confronting the shadows of his past.

In a world where civilization clings to the ruins of forgotten empires and the desert guards secrets as ancient as time itself, calm is shattered by the emergence of inexplicable phenomena. Collective nightmares, the mass flight of animals, and the manifestation of impossible glyphs that radiate an alien light begin to sow terror among remote settlements. They are not mere anomalies; they are the scars of a reality that is cracking—through which the whispers of the ineffable and the energies of ancient cosmic entities begin to seep. Amid this awakening of horrors emerges Alistair Finch, a young scholar whose lineage has gifted him a rare ability: the perception and manipulation of the arcane currents that flow through the world, a mystical art of cultivation that connects him to the hidden truths of the universe. Driven by an insatiable thirst for knowledge and a stubborn determination, Alistair embarks on a dangerous journey to understand the nature of these glyphs and the growing threat they represent. From millennia-old temples consumed by overgrowth to sealed libraries holding forbidden knowledge, Alistair ventures down a path where sanity is the price of truth. He discovers that these glyphs are gateways to vast extradimensional abysses—realms inhabited by beings of incomprehensible power and alien morality, whose mere existence threatens to unravel known reality. As the boundaries between the tangible and the cosmic blur, Alistair must face not only the terrifying manifestations of these entities, but also the internal struggle to preserve his own mind. His journey will make him the Sovereign of the Cosmic Mysteries: not by a power of domination, but by his unique ability to navigate among the darkest truths and the deepest secrets of the cosmos—trying to seal the wounds of the world before the unknown consumes everything.

Luca’s life has always been filled with betrayal and heartbreak, pushing him to the edge of despair. Just when he’s ready to give up, a chance encounter with a girl named Rin saves him in more ways than one. With her by his side, Luca slowly braks free from his painful past, builds true friendships, and discover his own strength. As he and Rin grow closer, they help each other face old wounds and find a love that proves even the deepest scars can heal.

Johan spent years rebuilding himself after Kemun, the powerful CEO who shattered his heart and left him with nothing but scars. When a job offer connects Johan to the company Kemun now leads, he refuses, until Kang walks in. Tall. Confident. And unmistakably Kemun’s son. What starts as a dangerous provocation turns into something much deeper. Caught between resentment, memories, and a tension that burns, Johan finds himself torn between a painful past… and an unexpected future with the one man he should never want. A short but intense.

In an era once ravaged by war, pride, and bloodline, four formidable kings broke the cycle of division and forged unity—establishing the B Empire, a colossal alliance uniting the East (Asya), West (Amerck), North (Arct), and South (Afrik). A century has passed since that unification. The dream of harmony lives on… yet so do its shadows. Suspended above the fractured territories, the ethereal capital of La Mer radiates—a marvel of magitek and memory, sustained by ancient seals and protected by the enigmatic Voices of Order. Within its luminous walls, humans, beastkin, hybrids, elementals, and long-forgotten races coexist in a fragile equilibrium. But peace was never meant to last. Beneath the Empire’s shining façade, dormant enemies awaken, forbidden forces resurface, and the scars of history begin to bleed anew. Across scorched deserts, enchanted ruins, frozen frontiers, and submerged cities, a new generation rises—each marked by fate, haunted by legacy, or driven by an unrelenting hunger for change. They may not yet be heroes… but they have been chosen. Among them: • Solla, an orphan from East Asya with a hidden power and an unshakable desire to find her place in the world. • Doniglao and Ariane, centaurian twins from the wild plains, caught between duty and rebellion. • Van Staden, a fugitive prince from the South, fleeing royal chains to forge his own path. • Nate, a tiger-blooded warrior from the Wild Tribes, determined to reclaim a future denied by war and social hierarchy. • Suthra, a silent water-blade wielder, quietly steering through uncertainty with grief and unwavering resolve. • Eula, a rogue hunter bearing secrets, scars, and unmatched aim. • Mr. Wills, a wordless woodborne drifter burdened with dangerous knowledge and an even more dangerous heart. Tested by ancient rites, watched by unseen forces, and torn by lingering allegiances, these thirty-one candidates are bound into ten unpredictable teams to face the Empire’s final challenge: to survive not only the trials ahead… but each other. As bonds fray and destinies collide, one question echoes through the marble halls of the Citadel: Will they honor the legacy of the Four Kings… or break it, and build a new empire from the ashes of the old?

Senna has always lived quietly. Haunted by the scars of childhood sexual abuse, disordered eating, and silent battles with depression, she's spent her life shrinking, trying not to take up space, trying to appear as the perfect child while wanting to disappear. But healing begins the moment she meets Luca Churchill, who never tries to fix her... only to understand.

In a world fractured by war and the lingering scars of past horrors, two powerful factions, the Black Tower and the Revengers, battle for dominance, each with their own vision of the future. The Black Tower, an enigmatic and ruthless organization that manipulates the dark arts, seeks to control the flow of power in the world, bringing entire villages to ruin and claiming the lives of those who stand against them. Their influence reaches across lands, spreading fear and chaos, as they target anyone they deem a threat to their control. On the other side, the Revengers, a group born from the ashes of betrayal and destruction, work tirelessly to dismantle the Black Tower’s reign. Formed by those who have lost loved ones to the Tower’s ruthless practices, the Revengers stand as a symbol of resistance and vengeance, seeking to erase the remnants of the Black Tower’s terror. However, even their strength and resolve are tested as the Tower’s power grows stronger, and their own members are forced to face the horrors of their past. The battle between these two factions is one of shadows and fire, where survival means more than just strength—it demands sacrifice, loyalty, and the will to fight against the darkness that seeks to consume the world. As the conflict escalates, the foundations of society tremble, and even those with the purest of intentions find themselves questioning how far they are willing to go to achieve victory.

In a world full of magic, hunters, and creatures, there's a boy with no magic at all — yet strange and mysterious things keep happening around him. Does he truly have no magic? or.....

After escaping an abusive home and a toxic ex, Mimi believes she's broken beyond repair—until she meets Itsuki, a mysterious and kind Japanese transfer student with secrets of her own. As their bond deepens, healing begins—but danger and past scars threaten their new beginning. A slow-burn WLW romance of pain, courage, and blooming hope.

I fell into their world with nothing but scars and visions. Now I’m bound to five supernatural beings, one of whom will betray me. One of whom will die. And one who already holds my soul in chains. They call me Veinborn. But I was never meant to be their savior... I was made to be their end.

Jillian Smith’s life takes a heartbreaking turn when her mother, Lillian, passes away. Struggling with grief, she faces even greater challenges when her father, Harlond Smith, remarries. Thrown into an unfamiliar world of deception and betrayal, Jillian is sent to the countryside, her education abruptly cut short by those determined to erase her future. But Jillian refuses to be a victim. With resilience and unexpected allies—including gang members who see her strength—she fights back against those who are aganist her. In admist of family conflicts, school rivalries, and dangerous threats, she discovers the power of love, friendship, and perseverance. Jillian joins Tingshua University in Chengdu where she takes a major in Cardiology to resolve a mojar knot in her heart. As she unravels the truth behind her expulsion and the enemies lurking in the shadows.Jillian must decide: will she let her past define her, or will she forge her own path to healing and love?

In a world where tyrannical goddesses hold dominion, a group of angels embarks on a dangerous mission to overthrow them. Led by a high-ranked Angel, they wield unimaginable power and are determined to tear down the oppressive rulers, even if it means becoming enemies of their own kind. With a mix of fierce warriors and strategic minds, each angel brings their own strengths, scars, and secrets to the fight.

"You know what a good girl would have done? A good girl would have stayed home instead of sneaking out of her father's compound just to get a man to fuck her. A good girl wouldn't have stabbed a man like me with a pen. And most of all, a good girl wouldn't be turned on by holding a gun to a man's chest." I lean closer to her. "You're no good girl, Ivanna." "You… you're wrong." "Go on then. Come on. Pull the trigger." *** My name is Ivanna. I am the daughter of Misha Sidorov, the head of the Krasnoyarsk Bratva. I have just graduated and I’m about to go to college. My life is perfect until Sergio Sakharov comes into the picture. He is the darkness itself. He reigns over the entire Sakharov family and by extension, the Dvina River Vory Bratva. His word is law, and his desire is absolute. Everything changes in a split second when he steals me away and holds prisoner in Tyva, a bride for his only heir. But Sergio doesn’t take no for an answer. He always gets whatever he wants and against all reason, he claims me for himself instead. He thinks I’m the perfect match for his desires and he is determined to keep me close, even if I fight him at every turn. Except, I’m no helpless pawn. I’m not innocent. I have tasted his dark side, and I want more. The don himself, the man they call the Volkov of Dvina River appeals to me in the most sinful of ways. His wickedness draws me in, and when he decides that he wants me, I’m helpless. I can’t resist him, even if it means giving myself to him. He may think he has power over me and can control me every step of the way, but I’m about to show him who the real boss is.

In the Middle Realm, civilizations of Humans, Elves, Dwarves, Orcs, Beastkin, and Merfolk rose from the remnants of the Great War. Shaped by residual energies, these races forged distinct cultures and societies, building alliances while still haunted by the scars of past conflicts. Though peace was sought, old wounds festered, and the potential for unrest remained ever-present. At the heart of this volatile world stands Evan, captain of the Golden Sun Guild, leading a team of elite warriors and mages. They face threats both external and internal, but their greatest challenge may lie not in the monsters they battle, but in the deep, hidden forces tied to the lingering aftermath of the Great War.

A possibly poor attempt at making a novel for the first time. In general, I'm trying to be realistic, a couple characters are based off of a couple of my friends. As the story goes on, characters can get traumatized, scarred for life, or losing limbs. Some may go insane just by wanting to go home, praying it's all a dream.

Aoi Tsukishiro, a teenager scarred by the disappearance of his younger sister, faces a dark reflection that no longer follows him. In a world where pain manifests as echoes within mirrors, Aoi must become a Resonant to confront the wounds he’s buried deep inside. Will he be able to face his own reflection… and survive the Threshold?

He wakes up in a body that isn't his. With no clear memories. No magic. No bearings. He was once known as John Clain, the greatest of all exorcists. Today, they call him Claus Bloodfall. Between shattered memories, broken visions, and forgotten scars, he must uncover who he has become—and why he survived… …But above all, he must find out what happened to Sandra, the woman he loved… and perhaps lost forever. This body isn’t his. This life isn’t either. But somewhere in the darkness, the truth awaits. And it is anything but human.

Michael Aurelius, the young heir to the Aurelius family is a white-ringed mage, the weakest and most pitiful mage in existence. Capable of only performing chore magic, he is deemed worthless despite being born into the talented and respected Aurelius family. One night, after learning the Mana Spring that powers their city is drying up, Michael's father orders his servants to escort his family out of the Estate to safety before the riots begin. Unfortunately for Michael, this is the night where he loses everything. As a white-ringed mage, he is only able to watch as his mother is ambushed, ultimately leading to her death. With fresh scars, Michael runs away, vowing to exact revenge on the one's who took away the only person who cared for him in this world. But how could he, the weakest mage get revenge on these people? If you like weak-to-strong and an intelligent MC, this is the book for you.

She doesn’t want to be seen. After years of silence, scars, and secrets, she’s learned how to disappear in plain sight. Moving to Russia as an STA student was supposed to be her fresh start—a cold city, a quiet life, no attachments. She keeps her distance, her walls high, and her past buried deep. But then he sees her. Dark-eyed. Unapologetic. Uninterested in boundaries. He watches too closely.He sees something lurking beneath the surface. And touches something she’s fought to numb for years. She says she hates him. He says he doesn't care. Because he’s not the hero. He’s the obsession that crosses every line. And he won’t stop until she’s his—mind, body, soul. Even if it destroys them both.

At 18, Zina returns home divorced and unloved. Her father seizes her phone and calls her everything her ex-husband ever accused her of. Her few friends don’t understand her silence. Her family doesn’t either — and the villagers? They whisper her name on market days and cross the street when she walks by. Alone in her pain, the only person who stands by her is her mother. But when Zina gains admission into university, she sees it as more than freedom — it’s her chance to feel again. To live again. Even if love keeps breaking her open, and healing doesn’t come easy.

Alisha Thorn has always been the outcast—the mute girl cursed and abandoned by her family. What no one knows is that she lost her voice saving the life of Mikhail Draven, the Alpha destined for heartbreak and betrayal. Years later, fate throws her into Mikhail’s path again, this time as his second-chance mate. But Mikhail, scarred by his first love’s treachery, is cold and unyielding. Alisha senses the pain beneath his anger, but earning his trust may be impossible. As shadows from the past resurface and old enemies stir, Alisha must prove her strength—not just to Mikhail, but to the pack that sees her as a burden. Can she break through Mikhail’s walls before betrayal strikes again?

Journey of New Realm: Ashes of a Broken Man Aryan was a criminal — desperate, reckless, and betrayed by the one person he trusted most. Left to die in a hail of bullets after a failed bank robbery, his last thoughts were filled with regret and the crushing weight of all his sins. Hell seemed certain. But death didn’t come. Instead, Aryan wakes up in a strange, fractured world split into three realms — God, Demon, and Living. A place far from the life he knew, yet strangely connected to the darkness inside him. Here, haunted by the ghosts of his past, he’s forced to face a brutal truth: his arrival wasn’t chance, but a cruel twist in a war that has ravaged these realms for centuries. As Aryan fights to survive, his scars run deeper than the wounds on his body. Every secret uncovered drags him closer to a darkness that threatens to consume him — and everything around him. Redemption may be a distant hope, but in a world built on betrayal and power, it might be the only thing left worth fighting for.

Xu Tianyin was never meant to exist. Branded a cosmic mistake from birth, his very bloodline rejects him, erasing his presence from the world. Denied the path of ordinary cultivation, he is forced to carve his own—a forbidden road of void and suffering, one that feeds on absence and thrives on wounds. Hunted by those who fear what he might become, he walks the line between survival and oblivion. But in the shadows stands Bai Yeming, a mentor whose past is as shrouded as the void itself. Cold yet unwavering, she alone sees the potential in his cursed fate. Together, they defy the heavens, forging a path that should not exist—one that will either shatter the world’s understanding of power or consume them both. As celestial forces close in, one question remains: Can a man who was never meant to be leave a scar upon the heavens themselves?

School isn’t just books and grades. It’s where fights happen when teachers look away. Where bullies don’t just push… they ruin. This is the story of what really goes down behind school gates. The bruises that don’t show up on report cards. The scars no one asks about. The bruises they pretend aren’t there. The scars they expect you to hide. And what happens when you stop taking hits—and start hitting back harder. The kind of bullies you don’t just survive— you make sure they never come back.

cross posted on Wattpad Lavandula lived in the Silverstein werewolf family most of her live after being adopted, and it has been a good life with the exception of not having a wolf and her arranged fiance being the jealous type. However her happy life is changed after waking up sick to learn she is pregnant despite never being with anyone. As a result she's kicked out of her family and werewolf community. A heartbreaking forced separation that angers her when she learns it was a ruse to get rid of her as dangerous forces from her forgotten past return!

She thought the worst was over when she crossed the portal. She thought Dilmun was her chance at peace. But scars never heal when the blade keeps cutting. Now there are whispers, secrets buried beneath golden fields and glowing fruit, ...and a name she wasn’t supposed to know. The people she trusts vanish without a trace. The answers? Covered in blood, lies, and riddles. And Theadus? He’s not just a trainer. He’s the key. But the truth might cost more than her second life. Because in Dilmun, questions are dangerous— And curiosity? That’s how you get killed.

Bound by Fate She was royalty—until a blade ended her world. Now sold to the cruelest Alpha alive, Rosa is nothing but property. Bryant Kings doesn’t do softness. He rules with silence and steel. But the broken girl he bought for five million yuan? She refuses to bow… and he can’t look away. She’s supposed to serve. He’s sworn never to feel. But fate is already playing its game. Two scars. One spark. When pain meets desire, who breaks first—the master or the slave?

Elysian Abyss doesn't just erase memories. It is a cold cradle — nurturing hollow souls in silence. They awaken like newborns... But inside, their hearts are already hardened — scarred by wounds too deep to name. Pain so ancient, even they no longer remember why it ever hurt. Can love truly take root in hearts lined with scars? Or is it merely a sharpened blade — meant to carve open the wounds that never healed?