Deadly Struggle

--- The predator I’m not the villain in my story—I’m the sin they’ll never confess. I take what I want, and I leave no survivors. But he isn’t like the others. His blood pulls me closer, his screams make me stay. And now, I can’t get enough. The prey I was always told to avoid monsters. But no one warned me about her. She hides her claws behind a smile, her poison behind a kiss. I can’t escape her, no matter how hard I try. And the worst part? I don’t think I want to. She promised to destroy me. But I’m the one who might burn her world to the ground. --- Scarlett had never believed in salvation. Not when her hands are drenched in blood and her soul twisted beyond repair. But when a cryptic lead about her past resurfaces...a single name tied to the brutal project that destroyed her childhood, She's immediately thrust into a game she’d spent years trying to leave behind. Her target is Killian Black. A charming, playful, and enigmatic teenager with secrets as dark and twisted as her own. Beneath his charm lies a raw magnetism that she can’t ignore, and for the first time in her life, she feels something dangerous...desire. She had thought she was untouchable. He thought he could resist her. But they were both wrong. --- *WARNING* YE WHO ENTERS HERE, PROCEED WITH CAUTION!! (And a strong stomach) Beware of graphic violence, moral ambiguity, disturbing themes and unsettling realities ahead.

[Mature Content: R18] ~Synopsis~ "Someone as human as you don't deserve to be his Luna, Olivia Montes. Do you think you can stand the pressure of running this pack with him beside you? Tsk, the good answer is... NO... So if you know what is good for you, stick your ass to being the lowly human mate you are. I, the born wolf and the beta's daughter only deserve to be his Luna." She said to me; the woman who believe she deserves to be his Luna and not me. I felt a shiver run down my spine as I realized that this man, once the dangerous person I knew, the chill in his demeanor though still intimidating, gave way to a radiant that captivated my heart - his eyes once frosty and detached, now shone with the intensity that made my heart race. How could one turn from being dangerous to radiating a sense of warmth and shelter? How could I escape his deadly charms? And now how could I keep this man who my heart yearned for when I am hated for being beside him? Losing his mother in the hands of powerful men who claimed to be the elders and protectors of the Black Rager Pack power, Liam Blackwood was faced with the same fate that took his mother's life, the crime of having a human mate who will never be accepted in the pack as the Luna. Revenging the death of his mother, Liam became what they call, the dangerous Alpha's son. However, meeting his human mate, Liam found himself being defeated by just every little thing she did. To keep her forever beside him, he had to take a step, though this step was a step filled with guilt, he made a promise to himself to forever protect her. Vowing to never tint the divine bond by keeping his mate and making her his Luna, will Liam survive with the threats and consequences that follow, threats that may put him and the pack in great trouble? ***** I joined the Viral Book Call competition with this book. Please kindly support me! Thank you so much!

!!Starting from illegal drugs to the center of the emergence of a deadly virus!!!

Hiro is a 16 year old boy who made friends with 12 female warriors that came from the past to the distant future, Hiro and his friends must help them over come the struggle of this new world and help them protect the world from the danger that's about to come

Lucian and Hito, siblings whose names embody "light" and "hope" respectively. Irah, the celestial deity who serves as the final bastion against the malevolent demon king, Zahar. The plot follows the journeys of Lucian and Hito as they confront both internal and external darkness. Lucian, summoned by Irah, must reconcile his innate ruthlessness with compassion. Hito, following Lucian's enigmatic disappearance, embarks on his own quest to uphold his brother's legacy of hope and equilibrium. This saga explores profound themes including the duality of light and darkness, the potency of hope, and the indomitable bonds capable of restoring balance to a world teetering on the brink of despair. It promises a narrative rich with formidable trials, adversaries, and inspiring resilience in the heroes' pursuit of enduring peace across the seven nations.

One day, Chi Wuyao found herself waking up in the body of a beautiful woman in the world of cultivation. Thankfully, just then, a prompt appeared in front of her eyes. [Seven Deadly Sins System has been bound.] [Act according to your desires and gain Sin Points!] [You had an "in-depth communication" with Su Qianyi. Sin Points +10] [You took revenge against Li Ruoshi and made her fall in love with you. Sin Points +50000] [You betrayed your master and took over the Original Desire Sect, becoming the new Sect Leader. Sin Points +10000000] Years later, when she sat on the top of a majestic throne surrounded by countless beauties, Chi Wuyao couldn't help but recall the day she first came into this world. "Hey, everything I have today is the result of my own hard work.", she sighed in emotion. System:... Tags: Harem, Yuri, Genderbender, R-18, Romance, System, Anti-hero, Overpowered Protagonist, Dual Cultivation, Smut, Villain Protagonist, ONLY Consensual Intercourse Author's Note: I'm just writing this for fun. Read with caution.

Ivelle's life has been a cruel game-tormented by her wicked sister, despised by her brothers, and forced into an unwanted marriage with the Duke, known as the Creature of Darkness. Branded a villainess, she meets a tragic end on her wedding day, only to be granted a second chance. To escape her grim marriage, she reluctantly allies with a magician, but her struggle is far from over. Reborn with the truth that she carries dragon blood-the only royal heir-she is suddenly thrust into a deadly game of power, set by the king who never recognized her as his own daughter. Now caught between marriage, family, and monstrous creatures, Ivelle must play the dangerous game of fate and ambition.

In a normal ongoing world (earth), a sudden disruption in sky occurred lending to the interlink between foreign worlds that led to the emergence of dungeons, filled with malicious and deadly monsters waiting to cause havoc and bloodshed over the humanity. But as there's the equal and opposite reaction of every action, there's also the emergence of a powerful enhanced group of humankind, came to be known as 'HUNTERS', as the ones who come under the contact of magical energy or mana leaked from the foreign crack. And so, with this the world enter into a new phase of revolution, as with new source of clean and nearly infinite energy many new technologies and research development goals able to be achieved and developed. This is a story of a one such normal human (our MC), who in human terms is at weakest of the chain but still solely continued his struggle to reach at the top. so, let's enjoy his journey in textual form.

Zhangi a teenage boy sleeping soundly in his apartment suddenly gets transported into a new world and gains a mysterious system claiming to be there to assist him

"Pulkit always dreamed of a life filled with adventure, swords, and magic. But when an earthquake strikes his quiet world, his wish turns into a nightmare. Demonic creatures roam the streets, and the world is plunged into chaos. As Pulkit struggles to survive, a mysterious screen announces the start of a deadly trial: survive 24 hours and become a 'player' in a new reality. With no choice but to adapt, Pulkit embarks on a journey where survival is just the beginning. Will he rise to the challenge or succumb to the horrors of this new world?" Let me know if you'd like any adjustments!

Dying after getting bitten by a zombie, the main character finds himself in the world of fantasy. Reincarnating as the mid-rank villain, he decided to live differently and avoid the main cast. After all who would like to live as an arrogant brat only to die like a dog? However, just as he resolved to live a better life, [Ding!] [This world is not the same as the host knows. Because of the tragic ends, the God of Fortune has reversed the time and has allowed the main heroines to retain their memories.] Yeah, he is done for. ****** Additional tags: Possessive characters, no Yaoi, no Yuri, no ntr. ***** A/N:- The main character would be overpowered but not to the point where he could defeat his enemies with a snap of his fingers. This novel would be more focused on character development, slice of life, and romance.

Hiroshi Shirasawa, a modern-day swordsman and heir to a legendary warrior clan, finds himself reborn as Drake Carver, the scion of a powerful noble family renowned for their mastery of dark magic in a medieval fantasy world. Struggling to adapt to this new life, Hiroshi must balance his disciplined past with the shadowy powers of his lineage while preparing for the deadly Arcane Trials—a test that will determine his place in this treacherous world. As kingdoms clash and the monstrous Wildcrest Ruins loom, Hiroshi embarks on a journey to master both blade and magic, carving out a legacy in a land where strength and cunning reign supreme.

In a world where society has crumbled under the weight of inequality, a deadly competition offers the ultimate escape—if you survive. The Inferno Trials promises unimaginable wealth to the few who endure its brutal challenges, but the price is steep: every trial is a test of survival, trust, and morality. Kai Rivera, a former boxer with a tragic past, is desperate for a way out of his crushing debts. Drawn into the trials by a mysterious invitation, he quickly realizes that the competition is far more dangerous than he could have ever imagined. Each round brings new horrors, forcing the participants to face their deepest fears and darkest instincts. As Kai fights for his life, he forms uneasy alliances, makes dangerous enemies, and uncovers a sinister truth: the trials are a game for the wealthy elite, who find amusement in watching the desperate struggle for survival. In a twisted battle of wits and strength, every move could be his last. Will Kai escape the Inferno, or will the games claim yet another soul?

Hunter Cha Eui-jae, who was dispatched to seal a rift that appeared over the West Sea, was flung out as soon as he closed the rift. When he came to his senses, he was lying in a garbage dump. Starving, he was drawn like a zombie is to blood to a hangover soup restaurant, where he realized that he had fallen into South Korea, eight years in the future. In this era, disaster alerts notify people of rift openings in advance, ASMR videos of slimes gathered from dungeons were trending, and idle hunters livestream unboxings of A-rank longswords. Unlike the past, where people trembled in fear of an impending apocalypse, the future was surprisingly peaceful, leaving Cha Eui-jae feeling empty. Since things had turned out this way, why not start a second chapter of life as a part-timer at the hangover soup restaurant, rather than being a hunter? “That’s strange.” “…” “Have we met somewhere before?” Cha Eui-jae’s plan to quietly spend his remaining days as the only part-time worker at the decades-old hangover soup restaurant goes awry when he encounters a mysterious, gas-masked individual… DISCLAIMER: The story isn't mine

William Adams started his new life in Japan at age ten after his father remarried a woman with three daughters. But six years later, his father is dead, and the family that he once loved is his new one. He watched on as he was humiliated, beaten close to death, and dumped into a river to drown. But life had other plans as the awakening happened, where sliver spheres picked 10% of the human population to have a chance to become strong by going through a trail called the Infinity Tower. The people chosen challenged the tower, and the longer they lasted, the stronger and the more equipment, but it was a one-time offer. Once they died in the tower, they were then sent back to the real world. The people came back within six months..... But one lasted sixteen years in the depths of a river unnoticed.

In a world where the essence of life itself lies within the power of cards and mana, survival becomes a perilous game. Amidst adventurers, knights and kings who dictate the rules, a young boy awakens with a shattered memory, devoid of weapons, allies, and even the ability to use the power of cards Lost and vulnerable, he questions the purpose of his existence in a desolate reality where hope seems fake. Stripped of everything he once held dear, he faces the daunting task of uncovering his past, piecing together the fragments of his identity, and finding a reason to carry on. For any type of support go to my insta @illo16 and my twitter @illoo_chillo You can also find the story on Royal Road on https://www.royalroad.com/profile/343854

The remarkable friendship of Burgundy and Beagle was narrated by an enigmatic assassin, whose own shadowy existence added depth to their already complex lives.

In a world reshaped by mysterious portals and deadly monsters, humanity struggles for survival as certain individuals awaken unique magical powers. Kieran, a cold and solitary wanderer with the rare ability to step into a parallel dimension, uses his gift to outmaneuver enemies and hunt the creatures that threaten mankind. Each kill yields magic crystals, potent sources of power that can either strengthen or destroy the Awakened who absorb them. As Kieran battles his way through this hostile new reality, he seeks answers about the portals, the origins of the monsters, and the true nature of his powers. Alone in a fractured world, he must face both monsters and mankind’s darker side.

Author: Sook-im Translation credit: Eatapplepies Synopsis: I was transported into the romantic fantasy novel my younger sister was reading, not as the male lead but as the second male lead. If I remember correctly, this punk is fated to go into war in the future and die in the male lead’s place. Okay, I’ve made up my mind. Let’s not go anywhere near the main characters and stay healthy until I can go home. This has some translated chapters and remaining mtl

When I opened my eyes, I was inside a novel. [The Birth of a Hero]. [The Birth of a Hero] was a novel focused on the adventures of the main character, Choi Han, a high school boy who was transported to a different dimension from Earth, along with the birth of the numerous heroes of the continent. I became a part of that novel as the trash of the Count’s family, the family that oversaw the territory where the first village that Choi Han visits is located. The problem is that Choi Han becomes twisted after that village, and everyone in it, are destroyed by assassins. The bigger problem is the fact that this stupid trash who I’ve become doesn’t know about what happened in the village and messes with Choi Han, only to get beaten to a pulp. “…This is going to be a problem.” I feel like something serious has happened to me. But it was worth trying to make this my new life. DISCLAIMER: I am neither the author nor translator of the story. Please support author on official site. Translation credit: Eatapplepies

In a crumbling world where survival is the only currency, Michael finds himself bound to an unyielding force of destiny. Born into tragedy, his life spirals into despair when the woman he once loved traps him in a twisted nightmare of obsession and control. Her devotion turns deadly, and Michael, cornered and desperate, chooses death over her suffocating grasp. But death, he discovers, is not an escape—it is merely the beginning. Awakening in a void beyond life, Michael finds himself in the presence of an ancient Entity. Unseen and incomprehensible, this force offers him a second chance: a reincarnation into a dystopian world governed by brutality, cultivation, and endless struggle. The price? A pact tethered to his soul, binding him to a legacy he does not understand..

As an infamous author of dog blood novels, Erika Ciau was notorious for crafting stories with heart-wrenching endings. Her plots often left readers in tears, cursing her for creating miserable characters and tragic fates. But who could have predicted that one of those curses would come true? When a mysterious deity grants a wish, Erika wakes up inside one of her own novels, now the future ex-wife of the Evil Marshal. Being an ex-wife would have been bad enough, but Erika Ciau quickly discovers she's the mother of seven notorious children—the very villains of the story. Facing her cold ruthless evil husband, the future hero who will one day torment their children, Erika Ciau is torn between laughing and crying. Though she's known for her "dog blood" romances, Erika herself is a single young woman. Now, as the mother of seven troubled children, she must navigate a new life she never could have imagined.

In the wake of a sudden and terrifying alien invasion, humanity bands together to form XCOM, an international task force charged with countering this extraterrestrial threat. The story follows a group of soldiers, scientists, and engineers who become the world's last line of defense. XCOM's diverse team, led by a determined Commander, faces numerous challenges in their desperate struggle for survival. Starting with their first harrowing mission, they confront various alien species, each with its own deadly abilities. As the war escalates, the team makes breakthroughs in technology and tactics, adopting alien tech for their own use and even modifying their own soldiers genetically and cybernetically to face the escalating threat.

Sena is kidnapped and taken to the planet Pompa, he must work as a slave and enter a deadly game, where his head and cap are the reward. Follow our Hero in a crazy world, from happiness to deadly wars!

21 year old Audra Peterson struggles to make a living and provide for her 6 year old son Aiden. When she recently was fired from her job the debts started rolling in causing big problems regarding Aiden. Worried she will lose her son she sets out to make quick money, when a job presents itself. However this job comes at a price Audra is willing to pay. If it's for her son, she'd do anything, and I mean Anything........

|NOVEL UNDER RECONSTRUCTION. DO NOT READ YET| "It was never a bright idea to deceive a vampire. Yet, she did it anyway." Human enslavement at the hands of vampires has been long abolished... for the most part. The two races now live in different regions and keep to themselves. But when Hiln falls on hard times, she masks as a lower ranking vamp and finds herself working within the castle walls of the highest ranking vampire nobles. Things seem to go well until Hiln unknowingly catches the attention of one of these Lords. And nothing will prepare her for the desire and chaos that is to follow. DISACLAIMER: The cover art doesn't belong to me

Living as a normal, ordinary person is what someone like Michael wishes for. That's why, when he transmigrated into a character from a novel he read, knowing his fate as the miserable side character, he chose to go against the plotline and live as an ordinary person. But everything was not as easy as he thought. As a side character, he hates his half-brother with a commoner bloodline but protects him because of family honor. Later, he led an army against demonic clans and ended up getting killed. This becomes a major character development for the protagonist. He planned on living in the shadow, but unfortunately, heaven is not on his side. Overthrowing the black market, stopping terrorist attacks, and protecting society. Despite his desperate wish for an ordinary life, all situations end up tangled with him. "I thought he hated an illegitimate child like me, but he was just a sad person deep down inside. I call myself his younger brother, yet I know nothing." Allen Lancaster. "Fiancee? I finally understood why he resented me. How can I force someone who lost his lover to love me?" Natalia Hersane. "Failure? That kid is a 'hero'. A real noble. Yet he is a sad person, as someone who is being held back by the chain of vengeance and despair." Professor Alchaine Riden. Well, it seems even the misunderstanding is piling up.

Synopsis: Ezekiel’s life was a tragic tale of addiction, loneliness, and missed opportunities. A failed existence marred by a deadly overdose, his life seemed to end in darkness. But fate had other plans. Reincarnated in the body of Darius Lionhart, a 16-year-old prince with immense potential and godly mana reserves, Ezekiel is given a second chance — one that comes with power, intrigue, and danger. Darius, once seen as a weak and illegitimate son, is reborn as a man with limitless potential. Blessed with infinite mana and empowered by the mysterious chains that bind him, Ezekiel embraces his new identity with a ruthless resolve. His jealous brothers, Elias and Asher, who conspired to poison him, are in for a shock — Darius is no longer the pawn they believed him to be. With a mind sharpened by his past life and a body capable of incredible feats, Ezekiel sets his sights on the throne. He will no longer be the victim of his family’s schemes. Instead, he will become the most feared force in the kingdom, ruling with an iron fist and a heart of ice. But his journey will not be easy. Old rivals, deadly enemies, and even his own father — the legendary King Kael, an SSS-ranked battle god — stand in his way. To survive, Ezekiel must outmaneuver everyone around him. The throne is within his grasp, but only if he can navigate the deadly politics of the royal court, the manipulation of his siblings, and the countless challenges that await him. Will he rise to become the ultimate ruler, or will the kingdom’s power struggles consume him? In a world where only the strongest survive, Ezekiel will stop at nothing to claim his birthright. The Lionhart bloodline will either bow to him, or it will burn in the flames of his ambition.

In the year 2222, a teenager named Anthony finds himself trapped within the 22nd White Mist Forbidden Zone, a mysterious and dangerous area filled with mutated creatures and unknown dangers. Alongside his sister Angela, they struggle to survive in a world where the rules of the Forbidden Zone dictate life and death. When Anthony discovers he has a unique ability to see the rules of the zone and begins to develop extraordinary powers, he embarks on a journey to protect his sister, find a way out, and uncover the secrets of the White Mist. As they navigate through a world of Espers, forbidden artifacts, and deadly creatures, Anthony and Angela must rely on each other and their newfound abilities to survive and thrive in this harsh new reality.