Smoke Signals

Intergalactic business has always been brutal and rough. There was one simple rule, "Colonize or be colonized." Earth was on the brink of colonization in the hands of the ravaging Xollante race who had travelled thousands of years to take Earth captive and steal the resources for their use. The planet Luxus who is an ally of planet Earth, got news of the attack but there was no way to save Earth on time. so, they discovered a signal from a boy, Leo who had a strange quirk which enabled him to communicate with the mind. "You must tell the Guardians of Earth. The Xollante are on the move." Loca from Luxus had told Leo through the intergalactic mind communication. but Leo was too nonchalant to carry out the assignment. So, Earth was colonized and destroyed. After waking up from his 78 years coma, Leo was determined to do everything he can to restore Earth back to it's former form. He joined the academy to discover his quirks. Nothing can stop him this time around. He is Earth's Lone avenger

The seasoned player of "Abyss of Stars," the [Starfall Master] Li Zi, brings a system template and travels to the game's world, arriving in the era of the game's beta version. This is the worst of times. The cosmic forces and conglomerates collude, causing the doors to the universe to be closed, the planet's resources to be exhausted, and even sunlight to be monopolized. This is also the best of times. All the extraordinary systems are just beginning. In this era, he is the only [Starfall Master] with the final version patch. While people are enthralled by the smoke of plasma guns and cannons, Li Zi has already torn apart battleships with gravity. While superhumans are smug about their awakened abilities, moonlight has already become Li Zi's servant. While the interstellar fleet crosses the Milky Way, Li Zi has just ignited the forty-second star, illuminating the entire universe. "People have been trapped on the ground for too long; they've forgotten that this starry sky should belong to all of us." —Facing the unspeakable aboriginal evil gods, Li Zi, holding a black hole, gently said.

—〔WSA 2025 ENTRY〕— What happens when fate twists reality itself? What if someone finally obtains the one thing they've longed for since birth? Arvian got reincarnated into a horrible novel after performing a ritual to claim mysterious rewards offered by Webnovel—the Webnovel System and an Exclusive reward. Waking up in a cave surrounded by a villainous organisation, Arvian found himself; luckily, he was reincarnated with his own body. He sees cruel people, bloodlines, demons, reapers, monsters, and elves, and unfortunately gets dragged by UNHUMAN MISSIONS. Follow Arvian as he finds himself stuck with unhuman missions after failing a mission. [Ding!] [You will receive 3x rewards and bonus rewards.] .. .. "Holy Smokes." ____________ Art by- @arkenzie14[Discord] My Discord- @auvalen Join My Discord server. https://discord.gg/djNAmGxJZ5

In the northern part of the world, a long-standing battle between various races and the demon race has finally reached its end. The Demon Lord, a figure with black hair, red eyes, rules from her obsidian palace, having repeatedly defeated the Goddess, the strongest being in the world. However, she refrains from killing her, knowing she will only be reborn to lead another attack. As the goddess kneels before her, badly injured and helpless, the sounds of explosions echo outside, signaling the imminent victory of the alliance. Despite her immense power, the demon lord acknowledges the demon's overall weakness compared to humans and the Alliance. The development of fighting energy and mana has allowed ordinary humans to fight demons, leading to the demon army's defeat. Aware of the Alliance's intent to enslave the abyssal demon, the Demon Lord decides to cast a forbidden spell that will cost her life. As the Alliance forces storm the palace, they hesitate upon sensing the spell's energy. The Demon Lord vows to resist and be reborn to save her people. Meanwhile, the goddess reflects on the demon lord's past treatment of her and acknowledges her respect and dedication to her people. As the demon lord prepares to cast the spell, the goddess asks if she can abandon her plan and live freely. However, demon lords are duty-bound to restore the demon race's glory and protect her people. Understanding the demon lord's resolve, the goddess readies her sword, intending to clash with the demo lord's forbidden spell. The resulting explosion creates a mushroom cloud, marking the end of the conflict and the start of a new era. The Demon Lord and the Goddess become historical figures, their stories occasionally told.

Greg watched his world come to an end under the hands of the enemies supported by his fellow species. while blaming himself for not starting the game early or not investing into, or for awakening a trash talent he close his eyes and embraced dead but that was not the end of his story as he regressed to ten years prior to the unfortunate event. with knowledge of the future and determination he buys a gaming helmet and plunged into the game- Apocalypse that signalled the start of something more. with his knowledge of the future, his skills that made him shine even with his trashy talent and the awakening of an ex rank talent, 100% Dodge rate that makes attacking him impossible, read Greg's revenge and rise to the top protecting those he cares about while punishing his enemies

Warnings: Smut/Suggestive Themes/ Smoking / BL / LGBTQ / Suicide / Self Harm / Lengthy Chapters /

Douglas, a 16-year-old high school student was in his 'home' After losing his parents to a drunk driver he lived in his uncles house and when he became 14 years old he started a part-time job but the only thing that interested him was web novels and playing games and fortunately he found a novel he liked. One day when the novel published its 5000th chapter they announced a live action and made a giveaway for its tickets and that signaled the start of a new life for Douglas. He quickly realized he was now in his favorite novel as a custom made character and only had himself with his limited knowledge about the future to depend on.

O novo romance "Espaço de Renascimento: O Charme dos Anos 80" foi lançado~ Como a filha mais velha do galho principal da Família Yang, a satisfação de Yang Ruxin era construir a fortuna da família e apoiar seus irmãos mais novos. Mas por que aquele cara cego e aleijado era um Espírito Tão Implacável? Quando ela cozinhava, ele vinha acender o fogo; Quando ela montava sua barraquinha, ele a seguia para vender suas mercadorias... "Olha aqui, Sr. Gu, você precisa ajudar em tudo que eu faço?" Yang Ruxin perguntou com um toque de irritação. "Sim," Sr. Gu assentiu seriamente. "Então agora eu quero..." "Esposa." Sr. Gu levantou-se às pressas de sua cadeira de rodas, "enquanto não nos separarmos, darei tudo o que você quiser."

Peng Guanying and Wang Churan star in the original TV series, which is exclusively popular on Tencent Video. This book is part of the Beiya Hospital series, focusing on doctors healing patients and lovers healing their beloved, representing ideals and love that is found once again. ************** Everyone has a fire in their heart; passersby only see the smoke. But there's always someone, always that one person who can see the fire, and then comes over to stay with me. I come with my passion, my indifference, my rage, my gentleness, and a baseless belief in love, gasping for breath. I ask, what's your name. From the question, what's your name, everything followed. - Van Gogh ****************************************** "Your name is Liuzheng?" "Yes... it is..." "I heard you like me?" "Um... yes... I... but..." "Then let's get married." "Oh. Okay... ah?" Ruan Liuzheng has a galaxy in her heart. It belongs to a man whose eyes carry a flowing galaxy filled with twinkling stars. She spent many years loving him, and several more trying to forget him. ********************************************************* Special guest extra - Xiaoxiang March 3rd launch~

On the engagement night, after being betrayed by her fiancé, Ye Shu decisively turns around to marry Shen Shaochen, the number one abstinent male god of Jin City, in a flash marriage. After marriage, she thought that just by quietly giving birth to an heir to the wealthy family, all would be well. Little did she know that serving the great demon king would be so frustrating. Quit smoking, quit drinking, quit gaming! Ye Shu silently grits her teeth and endures, and on the day the baby is born, she brings the divorce agreement, "Mr. Shen, the task of bearing a child is completed, please sign the divorce." Shen Shaochen: "Mrs. Shen, the agreement didn't say that only one child would be enough..." Ye Shu begs for mercy, "Husband, I was wrong! I won't divorce anymore." (1V1, both male and female leads are clean and committed.)

Reborn in the United States in 1995, with all the web novels he has read in his head. Let's see how he uses online literature to skew America's bestseller rankings and become a popular cultural master like Stan Lee. In the 20th century, what is the largest IP in Hollywood? It's comics and web novels! Netflix? It's nothing without online literature! Disney's CEO later claims.

This text has no male lead, no romance. The female lead is slightly timid in the first volume, a bit infatuated in the second, and from the third volume onwards... life seems like a Siberian Husky. Below is the sequence of volumes, if there are chapters missing, they're probably blocked. 1 Who's best at murder and dismemberment? Look in the suitcase for jackals and wolves. 2 I can handle tutoring, even rocks can be turned to gold. 3 Freshman military training brings tears, Changan loves to eat smoked sausage. 4 A thousand miles of predestined marriage hangs by a thread, whether it's good or bad all depends on fate. 5 My idol is the absolute best, the idol chose me to be their partner. 6 The boss behind the scenes is here, doing whatever they want without logic. 7 Ghost Festival inspiration comes late, helplessly put here. 8 Official advancement and wealth cost a child's life, a good son leaps like a carp over the dragon gate. 9 A trip to the plastic surgery clinic, all the fat is shaken off. 11 Who in the Human World can resist a beauty? Run out of roman numerals, use numbers instead. 11 Turtles may live long, but still dread the end, the characters fear a 404. 12 The local zombie looks handsome, cries out adorably when opening its mouth. 13 One dance captures the city, the beauty of the past fades away. There's a lot more, too tired to write the summary...

"Three years of marriage and you've been guarding an empty bed—frustrated much?" the distinguished man said, languid with satisfaction afterward. A contract made her Mrs. Mu in name for a term of three years. The night before the contract was due to expire, she slept with the aloof and celibate big BOSS! How to deal with this?! The daily interactions between the woman who just wants a divorce and the big BOSS: "Husband, I crashed that brand-new globally limited edition luxury car you just got!" The man looked up from his work, his magnetic voice enveloping her like surround sound, "As long as you're alright." "Husband, I've bankrupted the company you started for me." "Did you have fun doing it?" "Husband, please sign this contract." Mr. Mu almost reflexively signed his name on this divorce agreement. Gazing at the little woman in front of him, a slight smile formed on his lips, "Why? Weren't you satisfied with my performance last night?" "Husband, I'm sorry, I was wrong!" "Good girl~~~"

In the Ancient Era, the Demon clan vanished without a trace. In more recent times, the Dragon Clan disappeared. The age when the divine way flourished had faded away like smoke, and the pinnacle of the flying swords era eventually fell into decline… What has happened to this world? Who will listen to the historical truth buried in the long river of time? Bodies were strewn over a thousand miles of mountains and river; the harrowing hunger of tigers depicted across a hundred years of heaven and earth. The impartiality of the cosmos is as heartless as ever, Yet I possess a burning red heart—one that patrols the heavens! —————— Welcome to the Immortal Sword World, where emotions run deep. ——————

There are 7 dimensions controlled by a Universal Government. Each dimension is governed by its own unique universal laws. There are a few things they have in common, there is always 1 the strongest and 1 the smartest. Except for the Universal Government, it’s forbidden to travel between dimensions. Interdimensional gates don’t close on their own and if left open, creatures that dwell in the darkness between the worlds will find their way through. Without warning, one of the dimensions disappeared without a trace. The remaining 6 in panic did all they could to find the reason why. They never found an answer. 12 years after the dimension vanished, a signal started appearing in the empty universe. Perhaps the answer is in that signal. Tsugi No Level

There's a secret scientific bureau full of mad scientists who’ve been trying for decades to send signals into outer space and get a response. One day, they wake up to find they’ve actually received a signal, but to interpret it, they first have to locate the signal itself. It turns out the signal was received by someone, and it could be “accidental” — one person out of 8 billion on Earth got it, and no one knows why. So, what do they do? The department pulls some strings, manages to cut the internet, and now the whole world is offline. No communication, and it's staying that way until they find out who caught the signal. Enter Evan Angelman, a pretty normal 22-year-old who wakes up to find this strange signal coming through his device. He's not tech-savvy, so he asks his genius best friend Levi for help. Levi figures out that the signal is from outer space, probably accidental, and warns Evan not to mess with it. The two of them eventually put it together and realize they’re probably the reason the internet got shut down and now they’re most definitely being hunted.

I only wanted to do my job quietly. No marriage no entitlement to anybody. I was determined to live by my rules but my parents pessimistic ness about my life grew as I reached my 30th birthday After they pressured me to the corner I woke up in a foreign land with a sharp headache signaling the hangover. I was naked with marks on my body specifically love makes and kinkies. As I moved my body away from the sheets it came crashing to me I had lost my virginity to a complete stranger. That was nowhere to be found. All traces of him were erased. CCTV footage showed no sign of who he was, worst of all I'm pregnant and my parents were eager to marry me off as a business transaction. Worst of all the man whom I hated with my entire existence is running at my feet instead of marrying my sister like he promised. We'll just have to see how this plays out.

"Honorable Mr. White, the CEO of Macro Tech Global Enterprises wants to buy shares from your company." "Ehh? Which CEO? Which company? Sorry, I think you have the wrong guy." "Your Excellency Mr. White, as the president of Gu Zhen Country, the House of Ministers needs your approval for the implementation of the newly proposed Fifth Amendment." "Mister man, when did I become president again? I don't know any Gu Zhen Country, and which one is this Fifth Amendment now?" "Head of State and Parliament General Ben White, 1st Supreme General Badmus Handcock of International Space Affairs awaits your permission to launch Armageddon X-16 on the Inhabitants of Planet Radiance. What should I tell him?" "General who? I swear I don't know this General Handycook you're talking about, and why does he need my permission to launch a star-level weapon of mass destruction?" "Emperium Leader of the Known Galaxy, His Majesty Magnum Ben White, Her Highness Princess 9 Lillies of the 4th Star Constellation Colony, and her cosmic fleet have just arrived in our solar system and request an audience with you, O Great Lord." "I’ve told you, ehh, all this smoking is not good for your health. Who are you calling Emperium Leader of the Known Galaxy, and which is this 4th Star Constellation Colony? I don't understand again. Somebody explain all these things na." {DING! SYSTEM NOTIFICATION} [CONGRATULATIONS! YOU HAVE SUCCESSFULLY BECOME A LOW-DIMENSIONAL LORD.] [CLICK ON NOTIFICATION AND ACHIEVEMENTS TO VIEW REWARD.] "Is this playing? Since when do I have a system? I'm even a Dimensional Lord? What kind of playing is this?"

In 2045, the peaceful world was shattered by a mysterious signal from deep space. Chen Hao, a 28-year-old astrophysicist and a genius, was the first to decipher part of the signal. This, in turn, uncovered a terrifying warning that could subvert all of humanity - the Earth was about to face an unprecedented disaster. As global climate anomalies intensified and natural disasters frequently occurred, Chen Hao led his team to discover that this was a warning from future humans. At the same time, society began to be in turmoil, and the scientific community became divided. Amid this chaos, Chen Hao encountered a mysterious organization from the future, the "Time-Space Guardians". Everything indicated that a major cataclysm was approaching. Sure enough, a super-virus swept across the globe. Infected people underwent mutations, and social order completely collapsed. However, in this despair, some of the infected gained special abilities. Chen Hao himself awakened the power to manipulate energy. He led a team of survivors, searching for safe shelters while maneuvering among various forces, striving to rebuild civilization on this wasteland. In the days that followed, humanity experienced countless crises and challenges. The ruins of an alien civilization were discovered, and an intersfrequently occurred, Chen Hao led his team to discover that this was On the path of technological reconstruction, the new humans and the old forces constantly clashed and integrated. And Chen Hao, amidst these numerous difficulties, gradually grew into a key figure determining the fate of humanity.

Named Blazewardic, known as Blaze never imagined a debt of 60 million Celestial Stone would be slapped on his face as soon as he ascended Heaven Realm. Unlucky as he seems, the only luck he had was the grace of the Heavenly Emperor who took his power and offered him to be the subject of the 'Divine System' and paid 50 percent of his debt. The real problem hadn't started yet, but it got interesting when he was made the 'True God' over the Slave Realm, and his first divine quest began with; [Divinity must cultivate rice to feed the starving] The powerless God, known as Blaze, looked at the cracked-up soil, then at the smoke-covered sky with no sign of rain, and finally at the tree-less surroundings with eye-threatening greyness. "..." God, how the hell am I supposed to cultivate in this place!!? Oh hell, I am God... hahaha? ***

Kazuki Katsuragi, a teenage boy who was having a normal life. He was introverted and shy who wasn't able to talk with most people and never made friends. However one day, he disappeared in a mysterious smoke, and reappeared in a completely different world. The world where imaginary powers were possible. What are the challenges awaiting Kazuki Katsuragi? Follow on to see....

A compelling and ravishing love story collection of LGBTQ+ short stories that invites you to explore the diverse and new experiences. Although there are few of them smoking hot but some are soft-Love stories. "Mature Content And NO Rape", Totally fictional Short-Stories Series 1)Front Desk Letters. 2) Pride and Perceptions. These stories are not only windows into unique journeys but also reflections of universal desires for love, acceptance, and belonging. Together, we hope to contribute to a world where every individual, irrespective of their gender identity or sexual orientation, can live authentically, love wholeheartedly, and find the acceptance they deserve.

Jimmy Hilton, a smart astronomer who works in his professor's lab with chemist Thomas Carton, physicist Laila Everson and biologist Ava Carpenter, one day a weird weather anomaly happens until they find out that the storm isn't just in England, it's all over the world and that it blocked all satalite signals connected to any scientific research, and that's just a spark.

"Oga kpata kpata! Oga no na isisi! Oga no n' enu!" He greeted his boss who was sitted in the dimly lit spacious office with his back turned to him. "What's new?" The Boss answered with a cold emotionless voice. The smoke from his pipe engulfing the room. "The Alaye don show, he just touch down Chinua Achebe Airspace." The fellow answered, he being part of the activity his boss engaged in didn't flinch at the sight or breathe of the atmosphere almost two inches thick which he stood in the midst of, firm like an Iroko ready to wait on his boss' command. "Interesting! Get her to keep an eye on him, you, keep an eye on them..." And as he spun himself on the swivel to face him, he asked, "Is that clear?" "I dey for you Oga m, I dey for you, asap!" He replied with a slight bow. With a wave of one of his palms, both hands were now rested on the table, he dismisses him. He left with a bow and a final greeting as another guard armed with only a pistol hails the boss and proceeds to shut the door behind him. The boss spun himself repeatedly and when he had finally settled, he smirked as he released puffs of cloud from his nostrils...

Visceral jolts of electricity course through my veins, sending signals of pain up my arms and even further to the rest of my body, smoking, burning and scorching my upper chest, neck and both of my arms not even giving me a second of rest. With the cold air of the sea gliding over my still smouldering wounds, the stench of burnt flesh invades my nostrils. As my vision starts to blur, my eyes drift towards a flag flying in tangent with the waves, the colours so distinct they still stay with me to this day, a dark crimson, a jet black and frost white being sparingly used.

"We Arrived Too Soon" explores the intriguing Fermi Paradox: humanity is alone in the universe because it emerged too early on the cosmic scene. It is this belief that prevails in year 196 of the Space Calendar, when human colonization on Mars is already a reality. In this futuristic world, where technological progress coexists with social challenges, science fiction and personal dramas intertwine. The story follows Mars-1549, a young Martian orphan who, upon reaching adulthood, leaves the orphanage and begins to discover the world beyond his dome. Accompanied by Moisés, a friend and former orphan, he discovers a planet full of contrasts, from the precariousness of some colonies to the peculiarity of bars that offer exotic and artificial drinks. During a visit to one of these places, the two receive news that shakes all certainties: X Company announces the discovery of an infrared radiation source that could be from a Dyson Sphere, signaling the possible existence of an advanced civilization, from type II on the Kardashev scale. With a universe rich in detail and a fascinating backdrop, "We Arrived Too Soon" mixes space exploration, social inequalities and the impact of revolutionary discoveries that could forever change humanity's place in the cosmos

The rise of steel and machinery marks a new era. Great castles loom over cities filled with clockwork automata and alchemical smoke, the world teeters on the edge of transformation. Airships, exoskeletons, and guns echo through the battlefield. Shrouded in darkness, unknown horrors lurk vying for dominance. Senna wakes up from a disaster. Everyone he knows is dead and he has been transformed into something else. He uncovers a world of engimatic guilds, forbidden machines, magic, rituals, curses-each piece connected to the mystery of his transformation. The light of the machines shines brightly, yet the ancient gods slumber uneasily. Senna entangles with the various entities that dominate the world, while he gains more power and searches for a way to return to normal. Chapters uploaded on Mon, Wed, and Fri

The world around me lay in ruins, a haunting reminder of what once was, my hand squelched in the thick, dark liquid that stained the cracked pavement—blood, pooling from the fallen, a testament to the chaos that had unfolded. Buildings, once towering symbols of human achievement, now stood as skeletal remains, their shattered windows resembling empty eyes staring into the abyss. The air was heavy with the stench of decay and despair, mingling with the acrid smoke that still curled from the remnants of pink fires still burning brightly . Strangely everywhere was silent, as i searched for a sign of life in this hellish landscape, searching for any sign of life or hope. Every shadow felt like a threat, and every sound made my heart race. In this world, weakness was the greatest sin. As I looked down at my chest only to see it peirced by a metal rod and my leg twisted as if ensuring i wouldn't try to walk, i was filled with so much pain that i couldn't think straight as my mind was filled with the death of my parents and the destruction that seems to echo around me. Only the remnants of my humanity and the pain that I was feeling that was judging my presence in this broken reality. I wanted to stay alive i truly did, but the weight of the image of my blood-soaked dead bodies of my parents lingered in my mind, a constant reminder of the fragility of life and the darkness that had consumed us all. Thinking back I thought 'what has led to this.'

*****WSA 2025 Entry***** When 40-year-old fashion mogul Arisa wakes up in her 20-year-old body after a fateful ice cream mishap, her life takes a wild turn. Thanks to a quirky app called SCAL, she’s suddenly a magnet for love—surrounded by eccentric suitors armed with cringe-worthy pick-up lines and outrageous romantic gestures. From awkward family dinners brimming with cultural taboos to laugh-out-loud encounters with old flames, Arisa finds herself tangled in a chaotic web of red flags, mixed signals, and hilariously bad decisions. Will this unexpected do-over help her rewrite her love story, or will she stumble over the same pitfalls of her past? Join Arisa on a riotous journey of self-discovery, belly laughs, and love in the most unexpected places!

In the year 2275, humanity has spread across the stars, but life in space is cold, isolated, and often lonely. Iris, a talented astrophysicist, has dedicated her life to studying mysterious cosmic echoes—signals from the edge of the known universe that defy explanation. One day, her research leads her to a discovery: the echoes aren't random—they’re messages. Strange, poetic messages that seem to be written just for her. Determined to uncover the sender, Iris embarks on a journey aboard the spaceship Stellar Winds, where she meets Kian, a brooding ex-pilot with a tragic past and a heart closed off to the world. Together, they chase the origin of the echoes, exploring uncharted regions of space while navigating the growing tension—and attraction—between them. As they venture deeper into the void, Iris and Kian uncover a startling truth: the echoes are tied to a forgotten interstellar civilization, one that holds the key to their futures. But with rival factions hunting them down and a universe full of dangers, their love may be the only thing that can keep them alive.