The Forest Veiled In Darkness Kodama

Alternative Name: Living in the Forest in Another World, With My Modern Technologies and Now Gods Want to Live With Me Brilliant 36-year-old engineer Hiroshi Tanaka is struck by lightning and killed. To his amazement, he finds himself in a huge black space surrounded by seven towering deities-Gods and Goddesses apologizing profusely. The lightning bolt that killed him? An accidental cosmic mishap. The divine beings apologize to Hiroshi with an amazing gift: all their powers, to use them just as he decides, and a new life. When Hiroshi opens his eyes, however, he finds himself reincarnated as a baby! Hiroshi was born to a family of skilled hunters who lived in a vast, isolated forest, and his new parents were far from ordinary. Once famous heroes in the emperor's mythical retinue, his mother and father had an unbreakable bond of loyalty and friendship with the ruler of the realm. Although their forest is strictly off-limits to outsiders, the emperor himself makes occasional visits, relishing the tranquility and camaraderie of his old friends. Yet Hiroshi is very much an uncommon child. With his memories and intellect intact, he quickly sets off on the path of experimentation, combining divine magic with engineering skills to craft modern technologies fueled by the incredible abilities bestowed upon him. As Hiroshi grows up, his inventive spirit not only attracts the outside world but also the deities and goddesses, who begin to visit him, fascinated by and. seeking shelter in his tranquil forest dwelling. Between this fragile balance of secluded family life, divine guests, and revolutionary inventions, Hiroshi finds himself at the eye of an ever-expanding whirlwind of adventures. Will Hiroshi be able to hold onto this forest life or will his creations and connections land him in a reality he does not deserve?

Sixteen-year-old Kael has always kept his extraordinary powers a secret, creating and shaping life in the solitude of his underground refuge—until the arrival of Lady Nyssa, a legendary sorceress, changes everything. Declaring him the prophesied protector against an ancient threat beyond their reality, Nyssa reveals that beings from another realm are poised to invade, and Kael’s choices will determine the world’s fate. As he trains under Nyssa’s guidance, mastering the intricate magics of their world, Kael confronts the weight of his destiny, his family’s fears, and the shadow of a king determined to seize his power. With the fabric of reality unraveling and enemies closing in, Kael must decide if he will rise to defend his world—or let it fall to darkness. [If I get to the point of having locked chapters, just know that they will be little less than twice the size as the beginning chapters. Right now I am writing chapters that are 1500-1700 words. I want everyone to get their money worth out of unlocking chapters. I hate it when chapters are 1000 words for the paid chapters. ----------------- Join my discord! https://discord.gg/w6xtuCTsvf Follow me on Patreon and get 2 advanced chapters by becoming a free member! https://www.patreon.com/WonderBoundStories ]

-In the Dark Ages of humanity, when Heaven and Hell first appeared, the world was completely in ruins. The angels and devils fought relentlessly over control 3 keys to unlock the truth behind a realm called False Reality. As the war progressed with humanity in the crossfire, legends appeared from across the world to defend humanity, they were known as the 12 Gods. They were the first ones to use the powers of divinity also known as Ascent. With the war won and the realms disappeared to their respective realities, it wasn't long until the world had to begin a new one. Peace proceeded across the world and every story that had been created continued to become reality... that was until his history was born. Reawakening from the mysterious feeling of death, Kiryuu Amuka finds himself in a new world and body. He was reincarnated as the main character of the story he created, Xion Trinity, the adopted son of a baker family located in Blackband, a city south of the capital of the Luminous Country Capital City called Chanda. In the Electric Age Eon, technology has grown to use steam power and other technology such as machinery, canons, transportation, canons, airships, and ships, as well as, positions, Arcadius Keys, Apollo Artifacts, laws and authorities, curses, and more. With the mystery comes more questions to ask about the world he truly created. Follow Xion as he finds himself entangled with the Lost Souls, lower gods, and Paradoxs, both physically, metaphysically, and transcendently - as he slowly awakens and develops newfound powers he was given by the Transcenders. The Sovereign of Dawn spoke of the mysterious nature of the future worlds. As stories continue in an endless stream of lies and misfortunes, they also talk about magnificence and truth. The Seraphims spoke of a man who would eventually open the False reality, a man with potential that would be unrivaled by all who approached him. This is the Story and Legend of "Judgement." Or how the gods and Patriarchs call him "The False God."

Vol 1: The Unicorn's Forest Charlie Rivers is a 14-year old girl who is trying to get through high school without being noticed when she finds herself hearing a voice asking for help when she is only one of two who can hear it. She agrees, despite the fact the other person is someone she doesn't like. When she meets the 'voice' that needed help, she learns that it's a unicorn, yet she's the only one who seems to be able to see the horn. Everyone else thinks it's a horse. Charlie also learns that by having agreed to help the unicorn, she'd gotten herself involved with a group of friends, including the other person who can hear the unicorn, that she hadn’t been really involved with before. Not only is it changing her normal schedule drastically, given she hadn’t hung out with anyone before, but even her personal space seems under attack at times. As she continues to help the unicorn, she funds that going back to how she was isn’t as attractive as it had once been, before she was helping the unicorn but also she wonders if she really would want to. *Minor spoiler in the synopsis for vol. 2 if you haven't read vol. 1* Vol 2: Tip of Other Worlds Charlie and her friends begin traveling to other worlds in search of the world that the griffin canyon connects to. While they do that, Charlie finds herself torn with wanting to grow her relationship with Alex and beginning the expedition through different worlds. Then as the expedition begins, she finds more than she ever expected to find on other worlds, but ever in the back of her mind is the dream she had in which Beth, her best friend, dies in. A dream she's determined to keep from happening, even if she has to sacrifice the friendship that's come to mean so much to her. *Minor spoilers in vol. 3 synopsis* Vol. 3: Acclimating to a New World Charlie leaves her friends and is taken by The Lost. Her friends continue on and encounter a family who has the same disease they had just recovered from. While helping them, they learn about how this world is that of a matriarchal society and has been since ancient times. What that means they can't say, only that it's going to be awkward. Charlie comes to after a while, feeling like her brain had been I'm a fog and that she had been in a waking dream, only to find she's naked and in a kind of cage where she learns she's been taken as a slave. While she has no idea how this happened, she's determined to find a chance to successfully get out of that situation. Mature content will be either through implications or will only extend to the edge of it. The cover art was ai generated. If anyone has any thoughts or comments about this book they'd like to say, but not leave a record of it here, I can be contacted at etherelemental@gmail.com

The story of a monster that lost everything after a mysterious incident. The story follows the journey of Marco regaining his life while adapting to a chaotic new world. Through meeting his love they embark on a journey to create their paradise. Trying his best to remain as he is while protecting his loved ones. The journey of self discovery and strangeness ensues

Eunice, a wealthy and powerful widow, was the epitome of success. To the world, she was an ambitious woman, admired and revered for her achievements. But beneath her façade of power and grace lay a dark truth. Behind the scenes, Eunice was far from virtuous—her empire was built on foundations most would not dare to explore. Her carefully constructed life began to crumble when she encountered Mammon, the self-proclaimed First Son of Satan. A seemingly ordinary vase became the catalyst for a life-altering confrontation. Mammon, angered by her audacity to tamper with his artifact, presented Eunice with a sinister punishment: three wishes she must make. But Eunice, ever strong-willed and defiant, refused to bow to the whims of a creature she called a "witch." Their encounters became a battle of wills, her unyielding nature clashing against his overwhelming power. Yet, even the strongest resolve can falter. As Mammon revealed unsettling truths about her past and the people closest to her, Eunice’s world grew increasingly unstable. The most shocking revelation? Her late husband Gabriel—a man she loved deeply—may not have been who she thought. The power she held, her wealth, and her influence, were all pieces of a darker puzzle. Aurora, her seemingly innocent daughter, was not just hers but the child of something far more sinister. When Eunice finally uttered her first wish—"I want my dead lover to return to me"—she unknowingly set events in motion that could tear apart everything she had ever built. “Dead husband?” Mammon sneered, his crimson eyes glinting with dark amusement. “Are you sure that’s what you want, Madam? Do you even know who he truly was?”

Tell me what do you do when you just wake up in a forest so beautiful ,bazaar and scary at the same time what if it go one forever and you are not alone. This is my first novel so point out this plz this help me .

Upon waking up in an unknown place, Jacob Lavua soon realizes that he has been kidnapped by Count Valerius, a noble vampire administrating an academy full of mythological creatures: Umbra—most commonly called Umbra Academy.

In a world split between light and shadow, where ancient magic binds empires and whispers of rebellion flicker in hidden corners, Aurenne Vale, a disillusioned noblewoman, is thrust into a deadly game of power. Betrayed by her family and exiled to the mysterious Shadow Wastes, she must forge an uneasy alliance with Kael Draven, a brooding warrior with a tragic past and secrets as dark as the cursed lands he calls home. Together, they uncover a prophecy that could either shatter the world or restore its balance. But with enemies closing in and forbidden desires igniting between them, Aurenne and Kael must decide if love can survive a betrayal foretold by fate itself.

Lena Kim, a spirited young delivery girl, balances her hectic job with caring for her widowed father, Ethan, an alcoholic turned renowned webtoon artist. Ethan's webtoon, "Veil of the Vanguard," features an action-packed urban saga with a charming and powerful male lead, Daniel Cross, a young billionaire who runs an undercover organization aiding the government in capturing deadly criminals. When Lena is pulled into the webtoon's gritty world, she meets Daniel and falls in love, altering the storyline and blurring the lines between reality and fiction, causing chaos as the webtoon begins to bleed into real life.

In the smog-choked city of Farrenbridge, where industrial ambition masks darker forces, Alec Morell is a detective haunted by his past and a growing sense of unease. When a missing person case leads him to a forbidden artifact—a Shattered Fragment of a long-forgotten god—Alec is thrust into a hidden world where the supernatural and mortal realms collide. The Shattered Fragment grants Alec visions of the Unseen Realms, a place of eldritch entities and divine powers that shape reality from the shadows. But the knowledge comes at a price: Alec begins to unravel secrets that others would kill to protect, and he learns of the Great Convergence, a cataclysm that will tear down the barriers between worlds and awaken ancient, chaotic gods. As Alec struggles to decipher his role in the prophecy, he finds himself hunted by the Heralds, a secretive order bent on accelerating the Convergence, and pursued by remnants of the divine beings whose power still lingers. His only allies are a select few who walk the thin line between madness and genius, each with their own agendas. Faced with visions of destruction and torn between his humanity and the artifact’s growing influence, Alec must decide whether to embrace the power of the Veil or risk everything to stop its collapse. In a world where every truth hides a darker secret, Alec will learn that some forces cannot be controlled—and some choices cannot be undone.

"Charlie, please!" I begged her again. "Just tell me what's wrong. Tell me what I did wrong. I'll fix it. I swear, I'll fix it." I was on my knees in her University's student park. People were staring, some were even taking pictures of the bizarre scene infront of them, but I didn't care. The woman I love has spent two and a half months not answering any of my calls or replying to any of my messages. And now here I was begging her to not give up on us and she was...eating ice cream? "Forest, you need to go!" She whispered screamed while camera phones flashed at us. "I said we're over. Just let it go!" "No!" I practically roared. "I love you, Charlie and...and I know for a fact that you love me too. So no. We're not over. We'll never be over." ******* After a shattering break up, Forest finally finds a way to put it behind him and move on.After five years of trying to forget the love of his life, she suddenly reappears and tells him she wants him back. Forest has a choice to make - forget the past and be with the only woman he's ever loved or uncover the mystery behind the break up and go digging in a past that everyone is trying to hide. *** This story may not be published on any other platform in any form whatsoever without the express written consent of the author, Eli Stone.

What's life? What's happiness? What's there to life if everyone's just gonna die at the end?

[MATURE CONTENT 18+] [NO RAPE] *Daily update at 11:11pm* "It all started after a lie" --- Concealing her true age, she presents herself as a 17-year-old, despite being 19. Little does she realize that her presence becomes the obsession of the Crown Prince. As Elestria navigates the palace's intricate web of secrets, she must uncover the truth behind her mother's demise while maintaining her age deception and grappling with the conflicting desires that arise in the presence of the enigmatic Crown Prince. The palace holds not only the key to the mysteries she seeks but also the potential for her to fall into the traps carefully set by the Crown Prince rince, who aims to reshape and manipulate her for his own purposes. Will Elestria triumph in her quest for truth, or will the palace's shadows ensnare her in a fate woven by the Crown Prince's designs? ----- His grip tightened on her, his fingers digging into her skin.   A soft gasp escaped her lips when she sensed the intruder sniffing just above her neck. His actions sent shivers down her spine, making her eyes widen with shock. Her breathing quickened—was he going to snap her head? her imagination running wild with ominous possibilities.    Elestria, desperate and terrified, mustered her strength. With a surge of adrenaline, she swung her elbow backward, aiming for the man's abdomen, but before her strike could land, he swiftly yanked her arm toward him, twisting it a little.   Her heart raced, and a cold sweat broke on her forehead when his grip tightened on her arm.   "Hmm, full of hopes and dreams, just the way I prefer," the person hummed, his deep throaty voice vibrating against her neck, making her body stiffen.   She shut her eyes in fear. Her freed hand instinctively reached to her chest, her thin fingers trembling and pressing against her pounding heart as if attempting to suppress its rapid beats. The sound of her own pulse echoed in her ears.   "Am I making you nervous? Little liar?" asked the male voice.    Her eyes snapped open, and the two words—little liar—echoed in her mind....(Read book) ----- YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED The story is highly going to be. r18 - kink - dark romance - slow burn - HAUNTED - Stalking. male lead will be evil than you think.

In a world where demons and cultivators exist alongside ordinary humans, the disappearance of a young girl at a train station at midnight sets off a chain of events that threatens to unravel the delicate balance between the three groups. Our protagonist, Liang Xue, an aspiring detective whose investigation into the case leads him down a dangerous path, revealing secrets and powers he never knew existed. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he discovers that his own family history is intertwined with the dark world of demons and cultivators. As he learns more about the powers of demons and practitioners, he also finds himself at risk of being pulled into their dangerous world. With the help of a group of fellow cultivators who are fighting to stop the demonic activity, the protagonist must navigate this dangerous world and uncover the truth before it's too late. As the mystery deepens and the danger grows, the protagonist must confront his own fears and limitations, while also discovering the true power that lies within him. Will he be able to uncover the truth and save the world from the demons' grasp, or will he fall victim to their dark influence? Only time will tell in "Shadows Of The Veil." NOTE: Eh I fked up but it is what it is. I'm rethinking this story and I promise since I started it I'll damn end it. (AI generated image) 6/2/2024

Who am I? What is my place in this world? In the quiet city of Fukuoka, Japan, Kurashi Ito, a nihilistic 17-year-old high school boy, leads a solitary life in his bland apartment, finding solace in the depths of his solitude. Alone, he finds himself disconnected from those around him, struggling to grasp the idea of life and his place within it. One ordinary day, as he returns home from school, riding his worn-out bike through a stormy afternoon, his life takes an unexpected turn. Stumbling upon a forgotten cardboard box in his apartment, Kurashi discovers a book inscribed with the writings of his late father. Intrigued, he begins to read about a mysterious and long-lost clan to which he belongs. The revelations within the pages unveil the untold secrets of his extinct family. After unraveling this new-found knowledge, Kurashi sets out at midnight on a journey that transcends the boundaries of his comfort zone. Through his journey, Kurashi is faced not only with ruthless fights but also with the internal struggles of finding his true identity. "The Inherited Darkness" is a captivating story of self-discovery, resilience, and philosophy. The unraveling of complexities in Kurashi's identity and the power that lies dormant within him.

Two best friends freshly out of high school. Just wanted to travel and see the world. However, the start of their travels didn't go as planned, and they ended up in a magical... forest...world. [Author note:I lost my other account :(]

In a kingdom gilded with splendor but shadowed by secrets, the queen has vanished, leaving chaos in her wake. Tasked with uncovering the truth, Charlotte Zientek—a sharp-witted noblewoman with no patience for royal games—reluctantly steps into the tangled web of palace intrigue. As she investigates, Charlotte stumbles upon whispers hidden in the royal gardens, revealing a chilling conspiracy: the queen’s disappearance is no accident, and the king’s illness is far from natural. Caught between uncovering the truth and protecting herself from becoming a pawn in the royal court, Charlotte must navigate a treacherous path of lies, betrayal, and power plays. With shifting alliances and secrets threatening to unravel the kingdom, Charlotte faces a choice: expose the truth or let the kingdom crumble under the weight of its own deceptions. In a world where trust is a luxury and whispers can topple thrones, the veil is thinner than it seems.

Mark Martini, a man without much to do in his life gets shot at work by a madman, who would've thought? Though, it's not as good as he thinks it is, as he gets transport to a seemingly dystopian world with a blend of technology and magic. Bestowed with the ability of World Breaker, he tries to maintain sanity and discover the reasons behind his Reincarnations

Lin Kecong is a quiet and depressed person. Since the age of 5, his father, Lin Daqiang have lost his business and become a gambler and a drunkard. He become violence and start beating up Kecong. On Kecong 6 years old birthday, Kecong and his mum Li Xuefen was celebrating his birthday. At 10pm, a drunk Daqiang pulled Kecong out of his room and locked him inside the dark store room of their farm. Xuefen kept knocking on the door to ask him to stop beating their son. But Daqiang tied up Kecong and kept using his belt to whip him hardly. After whipping he spray water on him and leave him inside the darkroom with all the rats and cockroaches. The next morning, his mother quickly sent him to the nearest hospital. Xuefen worried of his health, she bring Kecong and leave the farm and leave her hubby. Xuefen went to Shanghai city to work as a bar hostess to bring up Kecong. Kecong did not know what she work as. 13 years old, Kecong successfully got into Shanghai High school. Everyone in the school despair him as his school uniform is also dirty and torn. 13 years old Kecong have been working in MacDonalds after school hours to help his mother to pay the house rental. 14 years old that year, Daqiang found him and beat him up badly. The next day he fainted in the art classroom due to fever cos of his leg and back injuries. His teacher, Chen Ming and his senior, Wang Jia Hao sent him to the hospital. His mother known of his injuries and found out that the injuries were caused by Daqiang, she took a knife and look for him. Kecong rushed over to look for his mother but instead he saw his mother got killed by his father. Daqiang got caught and went into prison for 10 years. Due to the incident, Kecong went into depression and start talking to himself. In the school he cried everyday. Jia Hao and Chen Ming kept looking after him. A month later after hearing his father went to jail, he took a knife in the arts classroom and cut his wrist. Out of sympathy, Jia Hao started looking after him and even brought him to his condominium to stay with him. After six months being together, the both of them fell in love with each other. Jia Hao applied for Shanghai university but his parents insisted that he go to Harvard University to study medicine. Later his mother felt strange and followed him back to the condominium and saw the both of them kissing in the room without clothes on. Out of anger, she informed his father. His father asked his men to abduct Kecong to his warehouse. They tied him and kept beating him. Jia Hao mother, Wang pei pei slapped him and said him disgusting. Kecong did not dare to answer a word. Chen Ming informed Jia Hao that Kecong was abducted by his parents. He went up to his father’s office and begged him to release Kecong. Pei pei said as long as he willing to go to Harvard they will take as this matter never happened before. Left with no choice, he accepted their request and asked them to give Kecong some money to see doctor and give him a place to stay. They agreed and release him. Without leaving a word to Kecong, Jia Hao left Shanghai to Harvard university to study. Kecong nearly lost his right leg and he went into depression again. He accepted Jia hao’s parents money as a loan and rejected their condo to stay. In the hospital he committed suicide twice. After recovery, Chen Ming took him in to stay in his house but he rejected. After finishing his secondary school, Kecong started to work. He work few jobs a day; a courier in the day, by night he went to a gay pub to work as a waiter. He rent a small old attic room to stay. He eat a box of rice or noodles for a week and biscuits for a week. 3 years later, while sending courier service to an advertising company, the manager spot his looks and offered him to act in an advertisement. The advertisement made him famous overnight. By 22, he managed to return back the money to pei pei and pay off his dad loans.

Aetheria, a vibrant city-state where magic is real, but tightly controlled by the Bureau of Magical Affairs. Anya, a newly licensed mage, is eager to serve her city, but soon finds herself questioning the Bureau's authority when she's assigned to inspect The Alchemist's Den, a place rumored to operate outside the law. The Alchemist's Den, a hidden sanctuary of forbidden magic, is run by a mysterious old man who challenges Anya's faith in the Bureau. He questions the very foundation of their system of control, hinting at a deeper truth hidden beneath the surface. Anya, caught between her oath and a growing sense of unease, begins to uncover a dangerous conspiracy. As she delves deeper into the secrets of Aetheria, she will face difficult choices, risking her career and even her life to expose the truth. "The Aetherian Veil" is a thrilling tale of magic, betrayal, and the fight for freedom. Anya will need to find her own strength and courage if she wants to break free from the constraints of the Bureau and find her place in a world where the line between right and wrong is constantly shifting.

sinopsis SEMUA BOLEH BACA, TAPI INGET.. ADA RATING UMUR YANG HANYA MENGHENDAKI KAUM DEWASA! HAPPY READING... Dia.. Lucas Vantouxer. Pria dingin tanpa ampun pada siapapun yang berani mengusik ketenangannya. Kejam nan sadis pada siapapun yang berani menghianati. Mereka tak akan pernah hidup tenang jika sudah menyangkut Tuan Agung itu dalam kehidupan. Tak ada ampun bagi mereka jika sudah di seret masuk ke dalam ruangan berbau anyir nan banyak senjata api oleh para anak buah Lucas. Namun semua tetap sama, saat ia tak sengaja menolong gadis dengan pakaian tertutup tengah menghadang jalan dan perlahan masuk dalam lingkar kehidupannya. Gadis itu juga perlahan membawa pengaruh dan selalu menjadi penengah pada konflik-konfliknya. Ya.. perlahan namun pasti, entah dari mana Lucas selalu penasaran tentang gadis itu hingga gadis bermarga Waesley itu mampu membuatnya berubah. Kekejaman dan kearoganan yang selalu ia tampakkan perlahan memudar seiring berjalannya waktu. Mengikuti kata hati seperti yang pernah gadis itu katakan padanya. “kau harus mengikuti kata hatimu jika ingin hidup tanpa beban, Mr. Luc.” - Mrs. Waesley.

Set in the war-ravaged world of Linxdon, the story explores humanity's eternal battle for survival, glory, and redemption. The protagonist is a weary soul caught in a brutal war between humanity and the immortal descendants of gods from Xiader. A tale of rebellion, loss, and the search for meaning in a world teetering on the edge of collapse.

Collection of short horror stories

The final, venomous echoes that reached his ears were laced with sorrowful cries, "I shall seek you out once more, and you will atone for the slaughter of my kin. Not even the grave can shield you from my fury." ******* Silas appeared to possess it all: a devoted girlfriend, loving parents, and a steadfast best friend who kept him grounded. He was navigating the labyrinth of college life, aspiring to earn a doctorate. Then, fate twisted its knife. One fateful day, a beguiling figure emerged from the shadows of an alley. A lifeless form lay sprawled upon the frigid concrete, blood trickling from her lips, shimmering like rubies beneath the pale moonlight. Her eyes, a haunting shade of crimson, held a universe of secrets, countless revelations, yet devoid of any trace of humanity. This enigmatic girl, known as Keira, was the last of her lineage, her family brutally extinguished by the hands of a former lover. For centuries, she has wandered the earth, seeking the reincarnation of the one who betrayed her in the most despicable manner. Those aware of the supernatural tremble at her name, for death and despair cling to her like a relentless shadow, a malignant curse. Will they unravel the enigma of their shared, sorrowful history before the sands of time run out, or will Keira thirst for vengeance and her obsession with Silas spell doom for them all? Can they uncover the truth behind the massacre of her family? Was Silas the traitor, or does a deeper tale lie hidden in the shadows?

Serai was a normal girl, that lived in a normal village. However, the forest next to the village was not so normal. It was called The Lost Forest, for everyone that went in, almost never came back, and the few that did, we're never the same... or at least that's what people say. Despite the rumors, Serai had always wanted to go into the forest, but her mom had always forbid her to go near it. However, one day she decided to ignore her mom, and went in to see if the rumors were true, or if it was just a normal old forest. Little does she know, she will be making the biggest decision iof her life...

The Forest, one the size of an entire nation. Unclaimed by any nation, group, or person; and unexplored for over forty years since the disappearance of the Third Hero's Party. What resides within? What mysteries does it hold? What knowledge has been lost within? Only the Forest Encyclopedia knows. As the last copy descends into The Forest alongside our protagonist, taking their first steps on his first and only journey.