Agape Shower

[Shelter + Management + Apocalypse Rotation + Steady Male Protagonist] The apocalypse game has descended upon humanity, throwing the world into chaos. People are randomly assigned shelters across the globe, and every month, apocalyptic disasters rotate like clockwork: searing heat, unrelenting cold, meteor showers, mutant plants, and rampaging monsters. Survival hinges on venturing out to scavenge resources, battling the elements, and upgrading shelters to withstand an onslaught of catastrophes. Yi Bai is just another player in this brutal game—or so it seems. But soon, he discovers that his shelter talent is unlike any other. [Homebody’s Paradise (SSS-Class)]: For every day spent in his shelter, Yi Bai receives critical survival rewards tailored to his needs. The higher his shelter level, the better the rewards. “A top-tier talent! I can get stronger just by staying at home?” While others are fighting tooth and nail outside their shelters—battling monsters, scouring for food, and struggling to survive—Yi Bai is quietly turning his shelter into the ultimate fortress. Resources, weapons, food, and equipment pour in effortlessly. His Sealy bed? Supreme comfort. The S-Class combat beauty awarded to him? Lounging by his side. Apocalypse resources? Stacked so high he can’t even spend them all. With nothing more than patience and a talent for staying put, Yi Bai becomes an unstoppable force. “You call this the apocalypse?” He chuckles, sinking deeper into his plush bed. “This is paradise for homebodies!”

Cesare Caruso, a renowned actor and a global superstar, appeared to have it all—fame, fortune, and an impeccable reputation. Yet, hidden beneath the surface was a secret he had guarded for years—he was an Omega. That carefully guarded secret came crashing down in one fateful night, during a glamorous masquerade ball aboard a luxurious cruise ship. Overwhelmed by an unexpected heat cycle, Cesare loses control of himself, devoured by his own desires and falling into the arms of a mysterious Alpha—a reckless moment that changed everything. [Zahir al-Tamid. That’s my name.] To his shock, the Alpha was Zahir—a proud prince from an oil-rich kingdom and an unwelcome figure from Cesare’s past. Worse, that night left Cesare unexpectedly pregnant! Before Cesare could make sense of it all, Zahir made a grand entrance at Cesare’s mansion by helicopter, uninvited, catching the attention of major media outlets around the world, demanding a settlement claiming that Cesare shall be responsible for ‘imprinting’ a royal family like him! “...Seriously, it’s not as if I have a ludicrous $2 billion just lying around, you know.” “Thus, marry me, Cesare.” Pregnancy, imprinting, and a royal marriage proposal—showered by a series of unwanted events, Cesare is desperate to find a way to cut ties with Zahir. But Zahir, stubborn and relentless, has no plans to let go. Can Cesare outrun the tempest, or will it pull him under? #BL #Omegaverse #Obsessive #Crybaby #One-sideLove #Prince #Superior Text copyright ⓒ 2024 by Kim Sol Da All right reserved. The Korean edition was originally written by 김솔다, Korea Translated and Published by We’ve Lab.

Synopsis: Only in depths the glory, Only in despair the hope, Only in dying the awakening. Serious the fate’s ship Sails forward ruthlessly. Two years ago, Earth basked in the light of the cosmos, hurtling through the mysterious planets, each second an embrace of the unknown. That cosmic power, also known as Primitive Energy, like a nourishing shower, reinvigorated all living things, ushering humanity into an unprecedented era of awakening. Handsome yet unawakened, Edward Gold, found himself like a lost ship in this tide of awakening, even unable to hoist his sails. Most of his peers, like sparkling stars, one by one, unlocked their supernatural powers, while he remained stranded in the dark shadows. Very soon, he was often surrounded by brutal bullies and indifferent onlookers and mocking and beatings came to him like flood. Lonely, helpless, and desperate, Edward felt like he plummeted into the unfathomable abyss. ‘What a dismal existence!’ thought Edward. Yet, what agonized him most was what his girlfriend Sarah Wood did to him. She had once vowed to go through thick and thin with Edward. She had even promised to tie the knot and then spend the rest of her life with him until death would do them apart. What on earth did Sarah do to him? Would Edward Gold finally become an awakener and win his honour back? Come to unravel his journey from zero to hero and witness the legend of Supreme Awakener!

"I'll come to ask for your hand in marriage tomorrow." "No way you're coming to my house!" The male deity pondered for a moment, "Then I'll propose at a hotel." ... Accidentally provoking the neighbor's male deity, from then on, the aloof male deity proposed in various creative ways every day. After marriage, the former cadre male deity turned into a brainless wife-doting fanatic, showering her with love daily. "Honey, let me cook; the fumes can damage your skin." "Honey, let me do the laundry; don't hurt your delicate hands." "Honey, I'll take care of the baby; don't exhaust yourself." ... Everyone clamored: It's so sweet, I'm going to lose my teeth! (New novel "The Film Emperor's Wife Is Both Gorgeous and Adorable" discussion group: 248782032, entry code: name of any character from the book)

The new book "Addicted to the Demon President's Kiss" is out. Please show your support~! He was a president of towering might, domineering, autocratic, overbearing, obsessive, and forceful. He showered her with all his affection, yet didn't grant her freedom. One day, during an interview with the president. The journalist asked, "Mr. President, would you say the most correct choice in your life was becoming the president?" President Gong Heng chuckled lightly, "No." "Then what is it?" Gong Heng's smile became all the more tender. "Marrying my wife."

Maya prophesied that December 21, 2012 would be the end of the world. On this day, some people were anxious and afraid of not seeing the sun the next day. More people held a playful attitude and celebrated with their loved ones in the early morning night, waiting for dawn to celebrate their safe passage through the end. The next day, the sun rose as usual, and people only thought that God was joking with everyone, working and living as usual. But they were too happy too early. The end has already quietly arrived, but they have been adapted to the harsh environment, unable to see the green mountains turn into yellow soil, and flowers and birds disappear; Unable to see the clear river turning into a foul smelling canal, fish and shrimp are dying; Unable to see grassland turning into desert, land howling According to the Observatory, there was a once-in-a-millennium meteor shower in the early morning of December 21, 2020. Many places can be seen with the naked eye, with young men and women rushing to tell each other, eagerly anticipating this romantic meteor shower. At midnight, the long-awaited miracle finally appeared. The moon, which had been hard to see for a long time, descended like a silver plate, clear and bright, right in front of me But then people were extremely frightened. According to the lunar calendar, this day is the Winter Solstice Festival on the seventh day of the winter lunar month. How could there be a full moon This is a beautiful miracle It's still the beginning of the nightmare

Do you believe in magic? The answer of most will be no. But what if magic DID exsist? To some, it might just be your typical average story. But this has an element of unpredictability mixed in between. Diane Lewis was a normal teenage girl from an aristocratic family. But since she met HIM, her view of the world turned upside down. "How is that even possible?" She asked, mouth agape. He smiled at her, showing a perfect set of snow-white teeth. "With magic, anything is possible." Horn your skills and train your ability. "I will protect you." She said, with a determined gaze. "You can Barely even protect yourself. You are not strong enough." He retorted. "Then, just wait for Me to get stronger." She said, with a smile. "You have no right to be here. We cut ties remember?" He said, glaring at her fiercely. "I am not here for you. I am here for the family. I still have people I treasure here. So let me through or else..." She completed her statement by majestically drawing out her sword. So many secrets lay hidden. Injustice in the form of justice. Lies, fabricated to become truth. Deception roams around, unleashed. And a Naive girl, who had never seen the shadow that lurked around in the abyss. Will she Survive? Will she fail? It is up to you to find out.

[18+ EXPLICIT CONTENT] Micaela Sinclair, a foreign exchange student studying abroad in China, can’t help but notice the tall, handsome, and talented Cheong Jihai showering her with gifts. Flowers, gold bracelets, rings—he’s always giving her something, hanging around her in private, and watching her with an intensity that leaves her wondering. Does he like her? Is this how someone with money courts a woman? But what Micaela doesn’t know is that Jihai, a demon, isn’t trying to win her heart—he’s trying to keep her powers under control after accidentally breaking her suppressor. Micaela is a witch, though she doesn’t seem to know it. Her magic is slowly starting to surface, and Jihai’s gifts and constant presence are designed to suppress her abilities before other demons sense her power and invade his territory.

(MATURE CONTENT) Threesome arc? - Right here A weak, adorable, and low self-esteemed MC with an awful past, a trauma breaking him down every second and controling his life, just before he meets his 'suns', and later gains confidence and starts loving himself again arc? - Right here. Yeah, you read that right. Twin brothers who radiate like the sun and are very possessive of the MC, putting his happiness above everything arc? Gosh, look no further, you're in the right place. This story is just for you, so open it and read to your heart's content. ****** Synopsis I was just a no-name photographer who was trying hard to make a living, but then I got tangled with 'them'. My life, as it was, had always been nothing but a nightmare, living a cursed life that wasn't fit to be called a life. I had no chances with love, connections, or anything. Nothing! And after drawing my last straw, trying to make a final effort that would maybe lead me somewhere other than dirt, I met them again. They - the twins - were my childhood friends whose lives I had ruined with my presence, and I was scared to ruin it a second time, so I tried to stay away from them but... They had other plans. 'When angels dream.' That was what I called the picture. The beautiful portrait was filled with serenity as that blond Italian man gazed into the distance and was showered with the soft petals of cherry blossom. The beautiful picture I had 'stolen'. Yeah, that's the word. I stole it because I didn't ask for permission first. But this is how it unfolded. At first, I took the picture without asking because I was so mesmerized by the scenery, and completely breathtaking, but then I got caught but it wasn't by the same man. They looked alike and wore the same clothes but I could tell right away that he wasn't him. Nevertheless, I apologized. "I'm deeply sorry." I said but then, the man whom I had stolen a picture from walked up behind me and said, "To think such a day would come." I turned around and blinked, looking at the man in front of me and then at the one behind me. They were identical twins. And not only that ... My heart shook... They looked like the twins I had known back then. "What's the matter?" The one in front asked with a bright smile that I was so compelled to take a picture of him and I did. He blinked at my confused expression and then burst out laughing. A sweet and cheerful laugh that made me blush. he looked really handsome. They both did, with their blonde hair which shone like gold with the suns radiation and a charming smile. I found my heart racing at the mere sight of that smile and almost forgot the situation I was in. "I see you haven't changed at all." He suddenly said, swiped my hair back and added, softly, "Hyung." My eyes widened. These two... It couldn't be... They weren't the twins, right? The twins that I knew. They... How did this happen? I just wanted a picture, that's all. ****** Thank you all for diving into this story. Note, the smut doesn't officially start right away till the later chapters but I didn't leave the readers without some sweet candies either, so along the line, there were a bunch of 'actions' between MC and the twins, huhu. His denial knew no bound but his body still won in the end, haha. Anyway, if you find waiting for updates too long, and you haven't checked out my other books, please do. There's also a threesome arc in the first one below. And it's completed too. What a score! 1) Alpha, Alpha, Beta? I transmigrated into an Omegaverse as a boy? [Completed] Check out the continuation of number one, It's the next generation, that is, their kids 2) To Byul (Omegaverse) [Ongoing ]

#Age gap #taboo #Erotica #Smut #love triangle #boyxgirl #BDSM #dominant #possessive #submissive #poortorich #billionaire #mafia WARNING!!! (THIS BOOK IS A DARK ROMANCE WITH BDSM, SLUT-SHAMING, ROUGH AND PAINFUL SCENES, AND MORALLY AMBIGOUS THEMES THAT MOST REFER TO AS DUBIOUS CONSENT. IF YOU ARE UNCOMFORTABLE WITH ANY OF THESE THINGS THEN READ AT YOUR OWN RISK) Milo was the most dangerous mobster in Russia and I was his slave, his sex toy, and his property. He was one step closer from branding me as his. He killed anyone who got close to me or touched me in any way. He showered me with luxury and gifts that I would have never afforded myself. I didn’t care that he had many enemies who would use me to get to him. He was everything I could have dreamt of and more. The only problem was, I was 19 yrs his junior and I was his son’s ex-girlfriend. I found myself caught between father and son. Was blood really thicker than love? My name is Emilie and this is how Milomir Petrov ruined my life. {Daily updates of two chapters} As you know, my books is not a Dual POV {100 powerstones = 4 bonus chapters in Milo's POV} {50 golden tickets = 6 bonus chapters in Milo's POV} (Or any characters you may request)

Isabella had only been reading a novel to pass the time—a tragic tale of a cold-hearted villainess who schemed against the beloved heroine, only to meet a fiery and untimely demise. But when Isabella wakes up in the body of that same villainess, she finds herself thrust into a world of wealth, intrigue, and betrayal. However, there’s a twist: she has been transported three years before the catastrophic fire that claimed the villainess’s life. Armed with her knowledge of the novel’s events and outcomes, Isabella quickly realizes this is her chance to rewrite the story—and her fate. But things aren’t as simple as she expected. The family she thought would be indifferent to her turns out to be doting and genuinely loving. Her father, the intimidating Duke Allard, is protective, while her mother is tender and supportive. Even her siblings, who despised the villainess in the novel, shower her with affection. Confused by these discrepancies, Isabella realizes that she must navigate this new world carefully. With her family’s love in her corner, she sets out to change her destiny. She focuses on building alliances, avoiding the pitfalls of the original plot, and proving to the world that she is not the scheming villainess they expect her to be. But her journey is anything but easy. The adopted sister who was once the darling of the household begins to plot against her, jealous of Isabella’s newfound warmth and attention. Meanwhile, the mysterious male lead—who was supposed to fall for the heroine—becomes drawn to Isabella’s unexpected kindness and sharp wit. As secrets unravel and enemies close in, Isabella must use her wit, courage, and the love of her family to carve out a new path. But with the looming fire that sealed the villainess’s fate in the original story, can she truly escape the shadow of her past and find happiness in a world that was never meant to be hers?

Rosemary spent 18 years thinking she was a member of the wealthy Harris family, only to discover she was a fake rich girl. When the real heiress returned, Rosemary was cast aside and sent back to her poor hometown. But fate had other plans for her, as she soon discovered that her hometown was actually the most exclusive villa area in the country. In a single night, Rosemary went from a modestly wealthy girl to the true heiress of a top-tier elite family. Her biological parents showered her with love, handing her millions of dollars in pocket money, providing access to any car from their fleet, and letting her buy anything from the world’s top designers. As for school, the best institutions were at her fingertips, and if she didn’t feel like studying, she could play with the family company. But what shocked Rosemary the most was finding out she had an ex-fiancé. She couldn’t understand why he kept clinging to her, holding her hand, and trying to kiss her. “Who are you, sir?” Rosemary asked, annoyed. “Sweetheart, I’m your husband,” the ex-fiancé responded. “I don’t have a husband, only a former fiancé”

When you take action, do you know exactly how it will change your course? A flower-loving girl whose family showers her with love suddenly loses it all in a twisted turn of events. On the brink of desesperation, a voice whispers in her ear, "Do you wish for power?" Though she doesn't really care, she will gain the power to place her name in the history books of the entire continent.

Yui, a NEET girl living in Seoul, gave up trying to save the world. She spends her inifinite amount of time binge watching anime and manga, showering her favorite authors with gachapons, and writing webnovels for which she will never get paid. Only way she might start to care is if she found someone worth her effort to save. But even if she did find someone, will she be able to stop the apocalypse? "When routine bites hard and ambitions are low And resentment rides high, but emotions won't grow And we're changing our ways, taking different roads Then love, love will tear us apart again Love, love will tear us apart again" - Lyrics from Love Will Tear Us Apart. Joy Division. 1980.

#Entertainment #Showbiz Ying Yue was once a fire that burned anything that even tried to block her way. Now, she was merely a tool an entertainment company, brought out to be compared to Li Yi, an artist they were promoting. The more love Li Yi received, the greater the hate that was given to her. Bound by the rope of contract, she followed their instructions and became one of the most undesired celebrities in history. ‘I’ll just leave the industry when the contract ends anyway.’ She always thought. But the Han Entertainment was not satisfied with her just leaving the company like that. They wanted to make sure that she would be buried and never have the chance to regrow again in this industry. A video of her abusing Li Yi was exposed by a tabloid account. Ying Yue who was ready to quit the industry was awakened when a call came in to remind herself of the person she was. The rebellious heart of hers which she had buried for the past three years was finally resurrected. Sure, she could quit being an actress, but she would not give up with a label of bully on her name. She fought back. And came back even harder than they ever thought she would. And on her journey to finding her lost self once again, she comes across the very person who taught her what love was. And also heartbreak. *** In Future___ The CEO of the Han Entertainment had a deep regret. Because he had not cared enough for the no name artists in his company, he had slipped a very talented artist through his fingers. Who would have thought that the once most hated actress Ying Yue would be a musical genius seek by many directors and singers. ***** }}=SNEAK PEEK={{ [ She still remembers that Christmas Eve. She was in his arms, under the cover of the dark moonless sky. Neither not mining the chilling snow underneath them. She told him then,  "My life is filled with flaws. Meeting me has become the only imperfection in your otherwise perfect life."  To which he stared into her eyes and gave her the sweetest kiss he had given. As if he was pulling her into his very soul and showering her with his endless warmth. "Well… You are the perfect imperfection I need in my life." ]

In the distant past, I was cursed by my dealings. I had been cursed to continuously live a different life from the previous one, And now it's already my 10th life. Now that it's my 10th life, I have been born as an imperial princess, namely, Amelia Noelani Francoise Elysion that is forced to marry a pathetic king of a small neighboring kingdom. My older brother is the emperor, so I guess that should be appropriate for a princess. "I love you, my dear Adelle." "Adelle is so happy." Still, I wondered if my good-for-nothing husband would die after being assassinated, either because she had cheated on his wife or for some other reason. Just when I was thinking about that, a letter came to me and had announced that my big brother and second brother had been assassinated. Then, as the next in line to the throne, the emperor will be me...or it would be passed on to my stupid husband. Any title I may inherit will go to my husband under our marriage contract. So, I have decided to not let this happen until the day I die once again. "I need to get divorced and become the emperor myself." With that, I have decided to act like a villain in order to successfully get divorced from him. I have said everything I wanted to say to my husband in order to achieve my goal of becoming the conqueror of the continent. "If you had waited one more day, the continent would've been yours. Your regrets end here, my dear Evanovich." When he realized the truth, it was already too late. Then, I spoke to my ex-husband who had his mouth agape. "I told you to keep your head straight. Didn't you understand me?"

Officially winner of the Cupid's Quill Contest. This is the book if you are looking for a green flag male, who is not toxic, doesn't degrade the FL, doesn't rape or hurt her, physically or emotionally. Let's dive in. “Many can own your body but it takes a special someone to creep into your soul, infuse it with their magic and make it theirs. That's what you have done to me, Skyla Adams, and now you refuse to leave,” his sultry whispers were fanning the outer edges of her ear, rendering her weak. Not only in the knees but her whole body. (It's a dark romance so the book deals with trauma, ra*e and similar themes. But I guarantee you it will have a happy ending.) Synopsis Broken by the sudden news of her father's terminal cancer and further shattered by the betrayal of her fiancé; Doran, who was a renowned super model and CEO of his fashion company. Skyla sought solace in the arms of a call boy. Dressed like her favourite anime character with his face hidden behind a mask, the boy pulled her in and she ended up losing her v-card to him. Circumstances led her to marry her abusive/cheating fiancé. But after eight years of abuse and being told she could never run her father's company, Skyla had enough. When her husband’s boss suddenly offered her a job. She grabbed the opportunity to prove her husband wrong. What she hadn't anticipated was the kindness her boss had begun to shower on her. Zyair Kincaid; the CEO of renowned fashion company was a gynophobe who never hired women to work in his proximity. But he broke his own rules and hired Skyla to be his personal secretary. With his identity hidden from the world, behind a black mask, he was a man of many secrets but had only one goal. To liberate Skyla from her abusive husband and for that, he was willing to go to any length. In a tale where past and present collided, two broken souls sought comfort with each other. But can Skyla escape her husband? And how would Zyair grapple when his dark past comes knocking? (This is my entry for the competition Cupid's Quill. Kindly show support and send a power stone and add the book to your library. The characters I will be creating in this book will be in grey areas, I hope you people will love them as much as I am enjoying writing them.) Book cover is mine special thanks to Queenfrieza for making it. Want to chat? Find me on Instagram with the same name; Sunny_Shumail.

Ji Xian was always a lucky woman in life. From work to home,she had a high working position and at home she was showered with love and care by her tender and loving husband. However her life took a twist when she developed an uncontrollable interest towards Yu Fusheng,a male colleague she considered a mystery to solve. In her quest to satisfy her curiosity about Yu Fusheng,she stumbled upon his dark secrets. Yu Fusheng kidnapped her in fear of getting exposed. The heartless Yu Fusheng tortured her mercilessly to guarantee his secret was safe with her. In the process they discovered each other's weird sexual desires leading to an erotic journey between them with pain being the driver of it all.

Chen Wei was diagnosed with a severe mental illness two months ago, and the reason was terrifyingly unusual. For the past two months, every time he fell asleep, his consciousness would slip into a parallel world—one that was devastated by an ongoing apocalyptic disaster. In this other world, chaos reigns as natural catastrophes unfold without end: from ice ages to meteor showers, acid rains, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, viral plagues, and a relentless zombie outbreak. A man named Chen Wei, struggling against the harsh elements and a crumbling society, is trapped in a nightmare of survival. For two months, this parallel version of Chen Wei fought, scavenged, and barely managed to stay alive as the world around him collapsed. In his waking world, the real Chen Wei suffered from debilitating nightmares, unable to escape the horrors his mind conjured while asleep. But everything changed when he accidentally killed his first zombie in the apocalyptic world and consumed its mysterious crystal core. That moment unlocked an inexplicable power within him—his space ability. Chen Wei's newfound power allows him to store items in an alternate space, taking food, supplies, gold, jewelry, and even the valuable crystal cores into his safe haven. But when he wakes up in the real world, he is shocked to find that the space is not just a figment of his dreams. The gold, the supplies, the very things he stored in the parallel world are real—and they can be brought back into his reality. As he delves deeper into this strange phenomenon, Chen Wei realizes that the two worlds are linked in ways he never imagined. His alternate self’s actions in the apocalypse directly affect his real-world existence. Now, Chen Wei must navigate this strange connection between his two selves, learning to use his abilities to gather resources, grow stronger, and uncover the mysteries behind his power. With the ability to travel between worlds through dreams and bring tangible items from one reality to another, Chen Wei faces an unprecedented opportunity—and an equally terrifying responsibility. What will Chen Wei do with his newfound power? Will he dominate the apocalyptic world, exploiting its resources and knowledge for his own gain? Or will the constant interplay between his two lives unravel the fragile balance he has created? The fate of both worlds rests in his hands, and with each dream, his grip on reality grows ever more tenuous. *Between two worlds, in the realm of dreams, Chen Wei will rise to face challenges that defy the laws of time and space.*

In the year 2060, Earth teeters on the brink of collapse. Environmental disasters, societal unrest, and a surge of unexplained meteor showers mark the beginning of something far more sinister. For 18-year-old Evan Kane, life is already a battle—juggling high school, part-time work, and protecting his stepsister Maya. But when a school trip to a biotech institute brings him into contact with a mysterious artifact, Evan's world changes forever.

Jack Alfonso wasn’t born into a life of poverty. He was borninto a gilded cage, a prison of wealth and expectation wherehis own desires were suffocated beneath the weight of hisfamily’s legacy. He escaped, not with riches, but with aburning resentment and a meager amount of cash – enoughfor a small grocery store in the vibrant, yet treacherous,Inchoate City. What he didn't know was that his first salewould ignite a system unlike any other, a LitRPG-stylereality bender known as the "Hundred Times IncomeMultiplier." Every legitimate dollar earned would beamplified a hundredfold, showering him with instant wealth,luxury beyond his wildest dreams, and the attention of bothallies and enemies. This isn’t your typical rags-to-richesstory; it's a twisted fairytale where the prince isn't charmingand the happily ever after is replaced by a relentless pursuitof revenge. Guided by a cryptic AI named Angel, Jacknavigates the complex rules of the system, expands hisbusiness empire, and plots his elaborate campaign against hisfamily. But the system isn’t just a path to wealth; it’s adouble-edged sword, constantly testing his limits and forcinghim to make morally ambiguous choices. Prepare yourselffor a whirlwind of high-speed chases, business deals gonewrong, and encounters with the city's enigmatic underworld.The stakes are high, the consequences are severe, and thepath to vengeance is paved with luxury and a whole lot ofdanger. This is Jack Alfonso’s story; a story of ambition,betrayal, and the intoxicating power of a system that canmake or break you in the blink of an eye.

ONGOING | BOOK COVER ILLUSTRATED BY CHADLER EJERCITO CASTILLO *** First Master Ruyin, who had lost his wife years earlier, formed an alliance with the newly widowed Nightfall Empress Dowager, Xuwen, at the request of his older brother, the Emperor of the Heavenly Empire. This union was a strategic move to protect her son, the newly ascended Nightfall Emperor, from trials and doubts cast by rival clans within the Nightfall Empire regarding his early ascension to the throne. Xichen, the young Nightfall Emperor, did not oppose this arrangement. In fact, he recognized that this alliance would be advantageous to both sides. The tie not only secured peace between the Heavenly Empire and the Nightfall Empire citizens but also sealed a treaty preventing either side-who had long been embroiled in endless conflict-from eventually engaging in war. Once the alliance was sealed, First Master Ruyin and his only son, Young Master Ruan, decided to establish their residence within the Nightfall Empire. Ruan, though known throughout the courts as a spoiled and mischievous teenager, was, in truth, an exceptional prodigy. His raw power grew each day, even without any effort, making his Heavenly Emperor uncle shower him with praise, which further fueled the envy of those around him. Everything seemed to fall perfectly into place, except for the once peaceful harem of the Nightfall Emperor, which became a hotbed of discord as his concubines began vying for his attention. What no one realized, however, was that the entire situation was an orchestrated scheme devised by Ruan himself. With his sharp wit and cunning mind, he was making sure that the Nightfall Emperor was entirely wrapped around his fingers.

Bronze WINNER of WPC#322: Male Lead: Zombie Invasion Takemi Kazuichi might very well be the luckiest and unluckiest person in the world. He was an orphan, and he was severely bullied in school. Because of that, he became a hikikomori, a shut-in. When he turned sixteen, he was adopted by a rich couple who loved him as if he was their own son. Unfortunately, they died in a plane crash, and Kazuichi never overcame his bad habits of being a shut-in, largely because of his preying relatives. Fast forward to four years later, Takemi Kazuichi still stayed in the house left by his late parents. He never bothered going to work or going out to socialize with people. For the lack of a better term, he was a rich hikikomori. He never even bothered to check the news or log in on any social media. All he did was live his life in solitude, devoid of any human interaction. One day, as he came out of the shower, he heard a strange thumping sound by the doorway. "That's weird, I didn't order any delivery today." He told himself before absent-mindedly opening the door. And what stared back didn't resemble a human at all. It was a zombie— or so that's what the first thing that came into Kazuichi's mind. Unbeknownst to him, the world had drastically changed, and he was the last one to know.

Her father sent her to him to save their mother. She thought that she meant nothing to him, yet he showered her with unexpected affection.

Amelia Alder, an illegitimate daughter from a wealthy family, finds herself in an unexpected and unsettling situation. Forced to marry a man she knows little about, she steps into this marriage as a substitute for her elder sister. The marriage is part of a pact designed to secure a large sum of money for her family's survival. As Amelia enters the room where they will spend their first night together, she is filled with anxiety and uncertainty, unsure of how to interact with her new husband. Her husband takes a shower, leaving Amelia in a state of discomfort. When she tries to take a shower herself, she realizes the bathroom door has no lock, making her feel vulnerable and trapped. Hesitant and unsure of what to do, Amelia hesitates to undress but ultimately decides to wait until her husband returns. Sensing her unease, he offers to step outside and give her privacy. Alone, Amelia reflects on her own financial struggles and the whirlwind events leading to her marriage. Despite the hardships, she comes to terms with her lack of control over her life. When her husband returns, Amelia begins to tidy up their modest and worn-out cottage. She finds a glimmer of hope in the idea of making the cottage feel like a cozy home. But when she accidentally drops her towel, exposing herself to him, her embarrassment escalates. Her husband, unfazed by the situation, approaches her with an intense gaze and a husky voice, suggesting they move to the bed together. With her heart racing, Amelia is swept into an unexpected, intense encounter, leaving her unsure of what will happen next in this mysterious and unpredictable marriage.

On January 1st the largest meteor shower ever recorded began. How did something so magical and beautiful become the greatest disaster that almost wiped out the human race? A: parasites. A type of parasite that was inside the meteorites with a great resemblance to those gelatinous slimes of different colors in the isekais. After attaching to plants, animals or humans there are two types of results: it lives for its host in this case it is called a symbiont or it lives as a parasite at the expense of its host and turns it into a zombie.

Welcome to The Evolution Games! A hub of entertainment created to amuse the commoners and line the pockets of the rich all across the universe! In these games, race doesn’t matter, status doesn’t matter—nothing matters except your ability! It’s a platform that meets all your needs, from sports to battle royales to even fishing! If you want it, it has it! This collection of deadly games lets the races compete with whatever special gifts the universe has given them, whether that’s the cheat-like abilities of the dragons, the runic manipulation of the elves, or even the countless elemental abilities that have evolved! Everything is done in a 100% immersive Virtual Reality Simulation, or VRS! Rain Janus, an average college student, is suddenly exposed to the universal powers that dominate his world. This drastically changes his fate—and his entire life. However, everything truly changes once he meets a former criminal hiding on his planet. What caused this person to become a criminal? How did this criminal change Rain’s life? Did they even change his life? ***This story may start a little slow, but its pace will increase after the first volume, which is expected to be around 10–15 chapters (still undecided and only an estimate).*** ***This is a WebNovel Rising Star II so PLEASE give me some love and attention, you know shower me with some beautiful power stones when it becomes available, an honest review here and there never hurts anyone, and I'll even take hurtful comments if it has at least some way to improve within it.*** * I’ll be also releasing an extra chapter for every 15 Powerstones in a given week (may change) and every 20 collections. These chapters will be uploaded after Volume 1 is finished and I start a consistent release schedule.*

Qiao Jinniang's parents passed away the moment she came of age. For the sake of inheriting a restaurant, she had no choice but to ‘recruit’ a husband who would take her family name. Who knew that her husband, who looked like a banished immortal, was an ingrate? He snatched her child away and left behind a divorce letter. Qiao Jinniang became the butt of every joke in Lin’an City. Seeing that her uncle was about to take her parents' blood, sweat, and tears for himself, the son of the Prefect of the Superior Prefecture wanted to take her in as a concubine. However, a horse carriage sent from the Marquis arrived in Chang'an City. An old lady servant clad in an embroidered robe walked up to her and called her "Young Miss". It was only then that Qiao Jinniang realized that she was the eldest daughter of the principal wife of Marquis Anyuan. Back then, when the marchioness gave birth to her, she encountered a robber. At that time, a jealous concubine switched out her daughter with the chef's daughter. Therefore, a divorced female chef who had already given birth entered the capital. Everyone was waiting to see this real heiress make a fool of herself. They were secretly guessing when the real heiress would be abandoned by the Marquis. Yet, they failed to expect Qiao Jinniang to open up a restaurant in Chang'an using her amazing culinary skills. Even His Majesty showered her with praise. She was pampered by everyone in the Marquis' residence. Those long-tongued women in Chang'an City said sourly, "So what if a woman gets pampered at home? She's long past the age of 18 and has already given birth. Who will marry her?" The Marquis found Qiao Jinniang quite a few husbands. However, despite many marriages being in discussion, none of them went smoothly. As the marchioness's face was covered in tears, the fake daughter said she wanted to give Qiao Jinniang her husband instead. Qiao Jinniang took the rolling pin and kicked open the Eastern Palace's main door. "Since you've already divorced me, why are you still ruining my marriage?" A certain crown prince said, "How can we let the mother of the royal grandson marry someone else?!"

"TRUE HIDDEN LOVE" Synopsis: This tale revolves around a genuine love shared between two individuals of the same gender who struggle to embrace their true selves. The central characters, Mikey, Hans, and Alma, navigate a narrative that intertwines love with elements of mystery, pain, hatred, conflict, and affection. Mikey, hailing from a wealthy family with a renowned company in the States, exudes coolness, intelligence, humility, and charm. The only son of Mr. Tobby and Mrs. Anayah, Mikey conceals his feelings for Hans, a fellow student on campus, due to the societal challenges associated with their shared gender. Despite pretending indifference and feigning affection for Alma, another student on campus, Mikey finds it challenging to suppress his genuine emotions. Ultimately, he confronts the complexities of real-life situations. Hans, on the other hand, emerges from a humble background with a single mother, having lost his father to an unknown illness during his childhood. Although not popular in school, Hans is characterized by intelligence, calmness, humility, and friendliness. Bullied by some students, Hans remains unfazed, unaware of Mikey's true feelings. Simultaneously, Hans harbors concealed emotions for Mikey but struggles to acknowledge them openly. Inar, another student from the same campus, harbors strong feelings for Hans and often supports him in times of trouble, showering him with gifts. Despite his wealth, Inar's true background remains unknown to Hans, who regards him merely as a friend. Alma, a girl from an affluent family, conceals her social status while being infatuated with Mikey. A popular figure in school, Alma is known for her beauty, cheerfulness, and popularity among boys. Despite occasional bullying tendencies, Alma maintains a good side. Supported by her best friends, Andrea and Azinah, Alma is an enthusiast of the arts and is determined to win Mikey's heart at any cost.

After crossing over into another world and awakening the ability of blood, Alexander Graves just wanted to use the ability to reach the peak of life in peace. Who would have thought that war could break out in another world and even civil servants would have to go to the battlefield? Autobiography of Alexander In my previous life on Earth, I was just an ordinary math teacher, leading a simple and predictable life. My biggest dreams were to find a wife and secure a stable job as a civil servant in the empire. I never imagined that my life would take such an unexpected turn. Whatever happened after that, I swear, it wasn't by choice—I was forced into it! "Darling, what are you doing? Come join us in the shower!" a enticing lady's voice called from the distance. "Liliana, stop calling that pervert!" came a more refined voice, laced with a hint of exasperation. "Vera! Have your breasts grown again recently? Let me feel! Did you make love with Alexander again without telling us?" Laughter and the sound of splashing water followed. As I listened to their voices, images of soft, rounded breasts, voluptuous figures, and comfortable touch of their mouth filled my mind. I felt a tightening in my lower abdomen, and a surge of hot blood rushed through me, making my heart pound. "I'm here, my loves!" I shouted back, unable to resist any longer. But I swear, I was really forced into all of this!