Stoic Philosophy Explained

Aiden’s world is torn apart when a catastrophic explosion devastates his city, separating him from Lila, the love of his life. Awakening in the surreal Otherworld, he learns that this realm is a patchwork of destruction and despair, where the fragments of things lost in the real world converge. At its heart lies Yggdrasil, the great tree of life that connects all worlds and timelines, threatened by the corruption of the Core—a manifestation of imbalance, rot, and despair. Guided by Sylva, a luminous being tied to Yggdrasil, Aiden wields the quill-sword, a weapon shaped by his imagination. Tasked with restoring balance to the Otherworld and reuniting with Lila, Aiden joins forces with Rowan, a fiery and skilled warrior, and Kieran, a stoic and loyal protector. Together, they face the Core’s shadowy agents, powerful manifestations of fear and despair that seek to corrupt Yggdrasil’s roots and spread their influence across all worlds.

"Written in these walls are the story that I can't explain"

The Dayan Empire had enjoyed a reign of over thirteen hundred years. The Emperor was critically ill, the Crown Prince was regent, local immortal sects were entrenched, and central authorities were vying for power in the chaotic court. Upon waking, Xu Yuan saw a dilapidated temple in the mountain rain at night, saw the eerie, broken-armed stone Buddha, and, the mysterious woman by the fire, her face veiled by thin gauze. ... ... He had become the ultimate villain's third son, of pure heritage and legitimate lineage. The fake villain, dressed in fine garments and enjoying luxurious feasts, simply waited to be humiliated, while the real villain was caught by the Big Ice Lump and dragged across the world in flight from the start. Golden finger? Only a fake villain relied on a golden finger to get rich, a true villain dared to confront a bleak life! "If Heaven had not birthed me, Xu Changtian, villains would be as eternal as the never-ending night." "........" "Father, save me!"

“You are going to be my first wife!” Huang Xiaolong explained to Song Yuru, moments after they had met on the train. "You quack!" A man to the side harrumphed, neither he nor Song Yuru were amused by the statement. Little did they know that this hillbilly from the mountains had a few tricks up his sleeves and a handsome face to make up for his awful sense of fashion. With three missions in mind- earn lots of money, get a wife (or a dozen), and get a university degree, Huang Xiaolong was about to take Coast City by storm!

Summoning. One of the rarest type of magician exist in the world. Who would able to underestimate summoning and ordering a mighty pheonix, or summoning an invincible dragon? Of course, none. To master the path of summoning, only those born with an innate talent and strive to learn the path of summoning magic might be capable of achieving and master the powerful magic. But not for Lyan Arcanium Evocatore. After succeeding defeating his lifetime quest of saving the human world by offering his life, the great incubus's wish of living freely got granted and he wakes up at a parallel world with 8 powerful spirits contracted with him and a summoning grimoire. [The gods have granted you the Grimoire of Summoning: Creatures of Love] [You're capable of obtaining the summonable monsters by having affectionate intercourse with your romantic interests] [The Grimoire is chosen in consideration of the host's former occupation as an incubus] "Intercourse!?" But not only the grimoire, The other problem is... -You are? -Whoa... What with this weakling? -It seems that you're my master, nice to meet you -So you're the forementioned servant, huh!? -B-Big bro! Y-You're the summoner! -........ -Boy, you look delicious -Um... Where exactly are we? "How should I know!? And why the hell should I sleep with women in order to get my summonable monsters!?!?" Follow the summoner Lyan as he collect monsters, get dragged into different kinds of war, became the greatest feudal lord, battling the goblin king, facing the dragon tribe, and opposing the evil god followers! One of the King of Kings Series ______________________________________ Join the discord server for discussions, announcements, and characters illustrations ---> https://discord.gg/v872fq3s5h

Reborn into something new and in a new world, Morgana found herself with no memories about her past. She lost them when a powerful entity took pity on her and offered her the chance to be reborn in her own primitive world. A letter left by her past self told her about... well, nothing really. The old Morgana was glad when she learned that she would lose her memory due to being reborn as part of this deal. She accepted without hesitation, especially after the powerful entity explained everything in detail. “WHAT!” Morgana exclaimed, reading the letter. “We’re both BIG perverts! And what do you mean by spreading my legs and pushing out many babies?” “EXPLAIN!” Reborn with stunning silver hair, crimson eyes, and a Futa, Morgana now belonged to a new race called Breeder. Follow the journey of Morgana as she tries to survive in this primitive world, with a LOT of Breeding. … [Warning: This story contains heavy R-18 sexual content, including pregnancy, futanari, Incest, breeding, and more. Read at your own risk.] Support: patreon.com/Midnight_Paradox Discord: https://discord.gg/NBqGDtmxnp

Every villain has a backstory—a tragic loss, a moment of rejection, or a life tainted by hardship. They are shaped by the cruelty of the world, pushed to the edge by a string of misfortunes. But not me. I am not a product of circumstance or suffering. I am the villain by 'choice'. I have no excuse, no sob story to explain my path. I embrace it because it is my dream, my desire, my rebellion against the predictable, the expected. I do not need a reason to be dark—I choose this. And that, in itself, makes me dangerous.

I always wonder what life was, but even at the end, it seems I will never get to explain what it is. I lived my life without much regret but it seems all things must come to an end. Everything becomes a story once told

This is the story of De Longjun, a cold and stoic man and Zan Guiying, a cheerful and innocent girl. The story shows the development of their love and how they cut through all the obstacles and find their happiness together.

Raised in secrecy by the seasoned hunter Oblea, Eska’s life has been shaped by the constant threat of the wilds—and the even greater danger posed by the church. In their secluded home beyond the city walls, Eska was taught the skills to survive in a world teeming with monstrous creatures, her childhood marked by rigorous training, resourceful hunting, and unyielding discipline. Yet beneath her stoic exterior lies a dangerous secret: her mastery of Bloodcraft, a rare and forbidden magic that allows her to manipulate her own blood as a weapon. The church views her power as heresy, branding those like her as abominations. Their relentless hunt for Bloodcraft users has forced Eska and Oblea to live a life of quiet exile, far from the safety of the towering walls that protect humanity. But the wilds are unforgiving, and no amount of isolation can keep Eska hidden forever. As whispers of her existence reach dangerous ears, Eska's carefully constructed world begins to unravel and her survival skills are put to the ultimate test.

At Waseda University, summer drags on in the oppressive heat, but nothing quite stirs the student body like the quiet Kiyoto Yamamoto. As class president, top student, and captain of the basketball team, Kiyoto is admired from a distance for his sharp looks and talent. His stoic expression makes him seem unapproachable, but those close to him know he’s kindhearted, just reserved. He’s a guy who likes to keep his head down, avoiding the attention that seems to follow him everywhere. But everything changes when a new student, Miyano Tokio, transfers into the class in the middle of the semester. Miyano immediately captures the room’s attention. Whispers of "Is he a celebrity?" fly across the room, but it’s Kiyoto who feels the biggest shift. There’s a moment just a flicker when their eyes meet, and Kiyoto's memory went back to school days. he knows that Miyano’s arrival will stir up more than just classroom gossip.

Rowen thought her life was predictable—work, walks through the woods, and the occasional argument with her roommate. But a single glowing mark changes everything, pulling her into Vireth, a realm where magic breathes life into danger. Stranded with no way home, Rowen finds herself tied to Dryanden, a stoic vampire with a sharp blade and sharper secrets. Forced to adapt, the two become Helpers, taking on the impossible jobs that others won’t—tracking monsters, unraveling curses, and confronting magic that defies reason. Each case draws them deeper into a world of peril and intrigue, where every answer uncovers more questions, and the stakes are always life and death. As Rowen’s untamed magic begins to awaken and Dryanden’s past resurfaces, their bond deepens, intertwining their fates in ways neither could have predicted. But with every solved mystery, the threads of fate tighten around them, threatening to expose a secret that could shatter Vireth itself. In Bound by Blood and Magic: My Journey Through a Dangerous Otherworld, every adventure is a step closer to the truth—and a reminder that some doors, once opened, can never be closed.

Many years ago, a boy's family was massacred by humans as they suspected his family practiced witchcraft which was not accepted among the people. He was traumatized and lived in fear after all the people he loved died. He feared love. Afraid that if he ends up loving anyone again, they will be taken away from him. So he became rogue, merciless, unable to control and his hate for humans grew day by day. His power made him a King whom no one dared to disobey. He had both power and looks and his looks made him a walking "temptation". He was stoic and had turned off his feelings of love and mercy. Mirabelle, a young madien who was placed on a curse at a young age. The curse was placed on her to pay for her father's sins and she was only meant to be free from the curse after a man falls in love with her. But who can fall in love with a blind girl?

Agree, each of us is afraid of the darkness, or rather, of what hides there: under-the-bed monsters, ghosts, and forest creatures. But we must always remember that the most terrifying monster has always been, is, and will be a human being. But what if we mix all of this? Here, you will find stories... truly terrifying stories that could happen to any of us, horrors of our reality, which can be explained not only from a scientific perspective but also from something else, something otherworldly... and that will be the scariest part. Here, mysticism and real life will blend together, intertwining each tale like a red thread, allowing you to choose your own explanation for the story you’ve read. These are not stories based on real events... this is real events. Or could it just be a lie?) The choice is yours to make.

In a kingdom bound by political alliances, Lady Evalina is thrust into a forced marriage with the stoic Prince Alaric, a man equally trapped by duty. As tensions rise in a court rife with deception and power struggles, Eva must navigate the treacherous dynamics of her new life while grappling with her own internal turmoil. Together, she and Alaric form a fragile partnership, learning to survive in a world where love is a luxury and unity is their only shield against a predatory court.

This is a fantastical and inspirational novel that seamlessly blends urban rebirth, system-based storytelling, and workplace struggle elements, all underpinned by the core philosophy of Laozi’s Dao De Jing. The rebirth concept offers the protagonist a second chance to alter his fate, while the system-based structure adds a touch of the fantastical and provides a growth assistance mechanism. Set against the backdrop of an urban workplace, the story portrays the protagonist's journey through the corporate jungle, a struggle filled with charm that distinguishes it from traditional workplace or fantasy novels, pioneering a fresh narrative path.

Two gods emerged from a swirling portal in the vastness of space. One of them, tall and radiant, squinted at the blinding light ahead. “When did this galaxy get two suns?” he asked, bewildered. The other god, more stoic and ancient, stared at the brilliant orb, his face slowly twisting in shock. “That’s not a sun," he replied, his voice tinged with disbelief. "That’s Earth." A young Japanese k-pop male gets betrayed and killed by his boy group and dies. he then finds himself reborn, but something is off he is reborn in Africa. join his adventures uncovering the inside of fictional, traditional Africa with his new friends. They will soon be known as the four monster gods. "as you read pliz note that I the writer am the protagonist not them i can kill them at any time hehe"

It had been awhile when she last saw him. She remembered vividly the day they parted. Myra was glad to have signed those papers but it didn't change the facts that she was afraid of him. Although he had never done anything remotely hostile to her or ever been unkind, shivers ran down her spine. He looked the same. Stoic, expressionless and handsome as ever. But he just was't Myra's cup of tea.

One night in the land of Filmond, a blinding light covered the night sky turning the once white moon to purple, it was a change that went against the law of nature. Even science could not explain the reason for the sudden change That same night the family of the bells, their first daughter kristabel was lying on her bed with purple light hovering around her while her body absorbed the light of the moon. **** What made the moon to change and why was kristabel absorbing the moon's light??

In the world of Xenonia, a stoic girl by the name of Yukina Sako struggles to find her place in the world riddled with monsters made from the corrupted souls of man, gang wars and other such atrocities that plague the star. This one Vulpian blacksmith has one goal. To become the greatest blacksmith that ever lived and to help the denizens of Xenonia...or that was her goal...

--- The Novel "The Evil Friend" Translated - Comedy - Action - Fantasy - "Each of us fights their own battle in life." What if it all turned out to be just a shallow philosophy with no real substance?! What if you were thrown into the world of your favorite novel and were asked to engage in battles for survival?! Welcome to the world of "Deconel Hayes," where a massive war breaks out between humanity and the Phyllis. Give it your all to survive. "Damn it! How can they ask me to join a war 7 years after it started when most of the survivors barely managed to live on this planet?! They want me to enter and die right away?!" Rylan screamed in disbelief... Hmmm... Or should we say, the lowlife Casper...? ---

What remains when gods die? Memory or Madness? Some things take aeons to come together. Some curses cannot be broken. Some people cannot avoid their fate. In a world where magic is a gift many fear and few possess, no one remembers why they used to fear the night. Myra Tamon is a detective in the Borderline Division, specializing in cases that cannot be explained through rational means. Her disdain for magic is tested when a decade-old case brings her face-to-face with the most powerful of all the gifted. What starts as a mystery, becomes a ruthless fight for survival because secrets do not live forever and monsters do exist.

In a world where power and control rule, Lucas, a stoic and cold-hearted alpha, is a man who lives for one thing: business. His world is one of strategy, dominance, and emotionless decisions. When an arranged marriage is the price of a lucrative business deal, he sees it as just another transaction. But when Yuna, his lively yet moody omega bride, enters his life, everything he thought he knew about control begins to unravel. Yuna is full of fire, her emotions as unpredictable as her heart. Though her marriage to Lucas is born out of necessity, she’s determined not to let him close. But as the days pass, an undeniable chemistry builds between them—a tension that neither can ignore. Will they remain strangers bound by duty, or will passion break down their walls and ignite a love neither expected? In this slow-burn romance, watch as two very different souls are drawn together, learning that sometimes, love comes when you least expect it.

``` My name is Lin Yuan, and I've transmigrated. I'm really panicking right now because I've become a Cultivator. Though in this world, cultivation is very simple. Just close your eyes, and you can hear the sounds of the Dao, explaining various profound Cultivation Techniques. Advanced techniques are given out for free. Swordsmanship and spells are kindly guided. But I'm still panicking. Because... I can't cultivate at all! ```

Seventeen-year-old Grayson has endured a harrowing childhood, leaving him with a dark and twisted philosophy. Driven by this painful doctrine, he imposes his skewed beliefs on everyone and everything around him. His malevolent actions catch the attention of an ancient evil. This being, shrouded in darkness and legend, sees in Grayson the potential for a successor. Seeing Grayson's potential, the ancient evil begins to groom him for a destiny filled with darkness. As Grayson is drawn deeper into this sinister path, he must confront the shadows of his past and question whether he has the strength to defy his foretold fate. Theós, an ancient deity whose origins are lost in time, rules over all, instilling fear in those who know him. "If it is not withhin Theós' plan, it cannot be done!" Will Grayson succumb to the darkness within, fall under the rule of Theós, or find the courage to forge a different destiny? The battle for his soul has begun, and the outcome will determine the future of all those around him.

Jung-Ha Kiera, a young black Korean-American, deeply resents her Korean father who abandoned her for twenty years. One day, she gets news from her mother, that he is in a critical condition and requests her presence. She reluctantly travels to South Korea after much persuasion from her mother. When she got there, she met him in the hospital where he explained to her and all his family did to her mother and him. He begs for forgiveness and pleads with her to accept his will. He passes away after two days leaving her in a devastated and raged state. What will happen to Kiera? Would she abandon her father's will and all he said or will she take responsibility and take revenge on the Jung's family?