Step Up To Win Contest

Witty FL x Adorkable ML + a cute bun + a talking crochet fox ---------- After the sudden death of her boyfriend, Leslie Song has been single-handedly raising her precious little daughter Calliope. It’s a difficult life, but it’s a happy one. A freak accident puts an end to that. As Leslie lies dying on the road, watching Calliope breathe her last, she curses her helplessness. Calliope’s crochet fox seems to hear her. It opens its mouth and asks, “Do you want to see your daughter again? If so, follow me. Her soul has already left for another world.” Leslie agrees. That’s the last thing she remembers before losing consciousness. When she opens her eyes again, she finds herself—or rather, her soul—standing beside her unconscious body on a hospital bed. “How is this supposed to help me find Calliope!” she exclaims. “This is not your body. Your body is dead. This is my original host, Charlene Li,” explains the toy fox. “You can possess her body to find Calliope, but if you do, you must finish her uncompleted mission for her.” “And what mission is that?” “To marry the second most eligible CEO in the city.” ‘This,’ Leslie concludes, ‘is a scam.’ But she has no other choice. ********** Meanwhile, the second most eligible bachelor in the city, Calix Xu, is patting himself on the back for thwarting his grandmother’s attempts to marry him off. After exhausting all of his tricks and excuses, he has resorted to marrying the comatose daughter of the Li family. Calix smiles, pleased with himself, "Aren't I smart? Grandmother can do nothing now." But… why is he seeing his newly-wedded wife hovering beside her own body? Before he can react, his wife—the moving one—floats towards him. "Husband! Help me find my child!" “Your child?” Calix asks weakly before doing the only reasonable thing he can do in such a situation. He faints. ---------- WSA 2024 entry! Commissioned cover and character images by yuuri_e (Instagram)

Billionaire Ethan Blackwell is forced into an arranged marriage with sweet and innocent Lila, the daughter of his mom's friend but he despises her, thinking she's a gold digger. Lila then makes a shocking decision that flips his world. Ethan recognizes too late that he had grown to love her. Eager to fix his mistake, he faces a race against time until the worst happens. Will love get a second chance, or is it too late?

He is the most prestigious and mysterious man, the head of ZMI Agency's special agents. A person of immense influence. Just how influential? He says, find out for yourself! * She is a foreign-born master of criminal psychology, a psychological counselor at a correctional facility. A small fry who is always hungry for more. How small? She says, none of your business! * Zhan Se can't understand why, in just a short bathroom break, she was ensnared by such a cold, dignified, evil, domineering, awesome... a benefactor who is described with all the positive adjectives usually associated with the male protagonists in novels... What?!! She owed him six years ago? Not only did she owe him, but she also has a 6-year-old bun calling her mom? Holy moly! Since they both have a child together, who actually owes whom? ————————●Alternative Edition Introduction●———————— This is a guidebook for a nerdy girl's road to success. This is a must-have secret manual for marital roads. This is an encyclopedia on criminal psychology. This is the life journey of a woman who every man dreams of, working her way up. Urban marriage, rich family scandal, case tracking. All is revealed in "The Surprising Marriage Journey"… Indulgence is boundless, love and affection are reinterpreted! Nothing is the best, there is only better! Reading online novels, for the sense of satisfaction! Cracking melon seeds and peeling peanuts, sit in a row and taste together. Taste the power, color, fame, and wealth, and watch the various states of sentient beings with a smile. (Note: ① This book is one-on-one, absolutely clean, those who dislike the author and the author's writing style should avoid this pit) (Note: ② This book is purely fictitious, and there is no need to verify its authenticity. Reading the text comes with a lightning rod, no compensation for discomfort)

[WSA 2025] What if your survival depended not on brute strength, but on blueprints?" [Initiating Black gear protocol…] [Neural handshake at one hundred percent..] [Bonding…complete. ] “Oh yeah,it's about to go down!" ………… You’ve heard of cultivation systems, harem systems, and all those fantastical systemy stuff. But here’s a twist: an Engineering System. No ancient bloodlines, no secret martial arts, no old grandpa giving pointers—just wrenches, metal, and enough ingenuity to rewrite the rules of survival. Meet Ryan Renfield,your typical college student whose life takes a drastic turn after awakening the Black gear system when Doomsday arrives. But in an unruly world where power is everything, brains often fall short of brawns. That’s fine though as Ryan isn’t here to play fair anyway—he’s here to invent, outwit, and dismantle all his opponents... while looking damn cool at it. However,it's just not about looking cool as he must come to terms with the truth of his origins and it's relation to a universe level threat. So what are you waiting for? Strap in for a wild ride where innovation trumps magic, technology crushes tradition, and one man’s genius becomes humanity’s last ray of hope. P.S:There's going to be a lot of face slapping (Hehehe, Author's evil laugh)

In this world, ascending to upper realms was a matter of resources and ability. No matter the status or power level, if you have the money and the willingness to, you can live in any realm of your choosing. However, the higher the realm, the more power there is to tap into and cultivate. However, a devastating war led to a change in the rules. Who is brave enough to seek the Supremacy and rule the world? By: Jerlani

Waking up without warning in the middle of nowhere. No memory of what happened. You find yourself in an unfamiliar world, with its own customs, morals, and ways of life. How do you survive when you have nothing? How far would you go to stay alive? Would you be willing to sell or buy the unthinkable? Would you compromise your morals just to survive? What would you do if everything you thought you knew about yourself and your limits was put to the test?

I’m a proud NEET who’s devoured every romance novel, manga, webtoon, and otome game out there. Just when I thought I’d conquered it all, a black bunny appeared in my dream. “Congrats! You’ve been chosen to help villains win across multiple worlds!” “Like a game?” “Uh . . . sure.” “Great, I’m in!” And just like that, I became an agent of the Villain System. Time to rewrite some happily-ever-afters—villain style. [This is mostly 2nd and 3rd person POV]

In a world torn apart by magic, war, and ancient history, the lives of three unlikely heroes intertwine in ways they never imagined. Celia, a girl haunted by her resemblance to the Queen of Curses, longs for a place to belong. Despite the hatred she faces, her unyielding compassion drives her to protect the innocent, even at great personal risk. Kaiser, heir to the Asura Kingdom’s throne, has turned his back on his royal lineage. Cunning and emotionally guarded, he hides a heart scarred by betrayal and loss. As the shadow of a cruel cult looms larger, Kaiser's thirst for revenge threatens to consume him. Lucas Reinhardt, the God's chosen sorcerer with a haunted past, is a beacon of humor and courage to his friends. But beneath his carefree demeanor lies a soul deeply wounded by loss, making him fight harder to shield those he holds dear. As their paths converge, the trio must navigate a world of broken kingdoms, unspoken truths, and a rising darkness. With demons lurking in the shadows and a cult bent on destruction, their choices will shape not only their fates but the future of their world. The Last Step is a tale of resilience, revenge, and the fragile bonds of friendship forged in the face of despair. In a land where magic can both destroy and heal, can these three stand against the tide—or will their pasts drag them into the abyss?

Book One: After Lilith's mysterious disappearance, Ivy must follow her mother's last instructions, leading her to a bizarre land with new and foreign people. Unbeknownst to her, the people of that land are aware of her eventual arrival. However, they are also wary as they've received a prophecy that Ivy could be the savior of their colony or the one who destroys it. Book Two: Still, Zoe is left feeling distracted and distant several months later. Hope is not lost as she receives surprising news that she may(if she plays her cards right) be able to see Ivy again. Book Three: ---------------------------- Next Up is that one dream we all had when we were kids. When we would leave home in search of adventure and all sorts of creatures in our imaginations ran wild in this world. ----------------------------- I will update this story every Monday and now Saturday with a new chapter. "I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com" as well as ScribbleHub

This is a story of a Universe with a Time Paradox, where the time in this Universe is constantly rebooted by the gods called Diviners. But one day in the 12th Timeline, a mortal, Ragna Kent somehow survives the Reboot and can now communicate with his current timeline self, Leveling him up to fight the divine gods that cause this paradox. __________________________ To support the author: Join Discord: https://discord.gg/nPUQhX9C Join Dc Server: https://discord.com/channels/1218787271004651680/1219861679026733056 Follow me on Instagram: @kjv.zeanso Follow me on Twitter: @KjvZeanso https://www.patreon.com/KJVZeanso

The Red Moon has risen. The world is crumbling. And survival has a price. Benson Lovejoy never asked for the chaos that’s turned Earth upside down. When the Red Moon appeared, the world was torn apart by mutations and the arrival of the Wayward system—a mysterious force that grants abilities to those chosen to wield them. As the last remnants of humanity are pushed to their limits, Benson finds himself trapped in a brutal new world where the strong prey on the weak, and only the ruthless survive. Now, forced into a deadly arena with others who share the same cursed fate, Benson must fight not just for his life—but for control over the power that’s taking over his mind. Greed, an insatiable hunger, threatens to consume him with every use of his ability. The more he feeds it, the stronger he becomes—but the more he loses himself. With enemies closing in and allies who are as dangerous as the creatures loitering in the dark, Benson’s only hope may lie in mastering his power before it devours him entirely. But the clock is ticking, and the game has only just begun. Can he survive this world, or will he become its next monster?

Hello guys, let me tell you all a story that I hope serves as a warning and a lesson. On December 2nd, I made an online investment of $90,000 USD, convinced by the promises of high returns. They made everything seem so easy. They made me feel as though I was the one calling all the shots, making every decision, and monitoring the market. At first, things looked great—my money even doubled. I was on top of the world. But then, one night, I requested a withdrawal of $20,000. I remember clearly, I went to bed thinking everything was in order. But when I woke up in the middle of the night, I checked my account and noticed that the funds hadn’t been transferred. I thought it was a simple delay, but when I checked my account the next morning, I received an email stating that I had insufficient funds and could not withdraw anything. Even worse, the email claimed that I had somehow closed all my positions at a loss overnight. Like, seriously? I was shocked and couldn’t believe what I was reading. I hadn’t closed any positions at all. In fact, I hadn’t made any changes to my account. I was left confused, frustrated, and feeling completely helpless. I didn’t know who to trust anymore or what to do. That's when I decided to do some thorough research. I started looking into ways to recover my money, but I was cautious because I had already been duped once. After digging deeper, I came across a recommendation for Cyber Constable Intelligence. At first, I was skeptical—after all, I’d been burned before—but after reading some reviews and understanding how they operated, I decided to give them a chance. I contacted Cyber Constable Intelligence, and honestly, I couldn’t be more relieved. From the moment I reached out, I felt like I was in good hands. They were professional, transparent, and most importantly, they didn’t ask for any upfront payment. They walked me through the entire process and kept me updated every step of the way. Thanks to their expertise and persistence, I was able to get my $20,000 back, along with the peace of mind that I had been missing for so long. Cyber Constable Intelligence completely changed my perspective on fund recovery agents. They’re not like the scammers I encountered before. They’re trustworthy and genuinely care about helping people. If you’ve been in a similar situation, I highly recommend reaching out to them. They know what they’re doing, and they won’t let you down. Here's Their Info Below WhatsApp: 1 (252) 378-7611 mail: support (AT) cyberconstableintelligence.com or cyberconstable@coolsite.net Website info; www.cyberconstableintelligence.com Thanks

Jinwoo Lee’s life has been shaped by loss and loneliness. Orphaned at a young age, he was adopted by a wealthy but emotionally distant family, only to discover their dark secret: they are professional assassins. Drawn into their shadowy world, Jinwoo stumbles upon a mysterious book titled 5 Steps to Be a Hitman, a guide that transforms his understanding of survival, power, and morality.

One day, four people are suddenly kidnapped by a strange being. It is then that the four meet and attempt to escape the being's control.

“Welcome, Player. Enter your world and change your fate. But beware: victory is not what it seems.” Samuel Thompson was a sharp and resourceful man, but even he was at his wit's end. Bills were piling up, his sister’s condition was worsening, and his final paycheck from his bankrupt workplace barely covered a week’s groceries. Just when he thought he had exhausted every option, a mysterious box appeared at his door. Inside was a game with a promise: a chance to compete for life-changing money. It felt like a lifeline. No entry fee, no catch—just a simple login. But the moment Samuel logged in, everything changed. He was transported into the game itself, where he found himself among 99 other contestants. Each of them had their own desperate reasons for being there, but the stakes were the same for everyone. The game was no ordinary competition. It tested their mental, physical, and survival skills in ways they could never have imagined. Alliances formed and broke apart, secrets emerged, and the line between friend and foe blurred. And then there was the ominous rule: there could be more than one winner, but there was also a real possibility of no winners at all. Will Samuel use his intelligence to overcome the challenges ahead? Or will the game’s hidden truths prove too much for him and his fellow players to bear?

The journey of Mr Luka Fabio, a detective under Era organization,discovering the story behind the murder of his brother Escarbo just began, as his commander assigned him a task in Detroit to find out the plans of the minions of his brother's killer. On the other hand Myra Cairo is a prosecutor and advocate of crime and homicide investigations and was suddenly partnered with an old friend and hades himself Mr Luka after getting caught up in her sister's crime. Would they answer the long intended question of who is the killer?

Collection of my Oneshot Entries in every contests I joined.

In the grim streets of a city plagued by crime and despair, Vincent Crowe finds himself a shattered man, consumed by grief and fueled by vengeance. After the gang known as The Scourge brutally took his younger sister, Lily, from him, Vincent has ridden the harrowing waves of loss, stripping him of his family, his identity, and a sense of purpose. As the haunting memories of that tragic night lurk in the shadows of his mind, hope glimmers when he stumbles upon tales of the Heart of Nyx, a fabled artifact said to possess extraordinary power and the potential to right his wrongs. Determined to reclaim his sister and restore his lost legacy, Vincent plunges into the perilous depths of the city's underbelly. The hunt for the Heart leads him not only into dangerous encounters with mercenaries and crime lords but also tempts him with the very darkness he aims to conquer. Along the way, he uncovers unsettling truths about the artifact, secret societies, and unexpected allies who share stories of grief, loss, and redemption. As Vincent battles the demons of his past while navigating the treacherous landscape of power and deception, he must weigh the cost of his quest. Will the Heart of Nyx grant him the means to confront The Scourge and bring Lily home, or will it lead him deeper into chaos and despair? Vincent's journey becomes a race against time, forcing him to reckon with his inner turmoil and the fragility of hope in a world that threatens to swallow him whole.

Life is like a deck of cards, we have an ace- the excellent ones, the jack-the constantly bullied one, a queen- everyone's beloved, a king- oh the ruler, queen's sweetheart, or anything you call under breath- the fucking cheater! But, rest we are common cards- yup, the number cards which come and go, who cares?! However... There's one card rarest of all, in a deck of 52 only one to be found- the joker! This card has been a show-stopper, which was be anything- I mean ANYTHING- a king, queen, Jack, ace, or a common number! However, many people underestimate this very brutally! Until they know it's worth... But that's a long way, isn't it?! **** The story of a Joker, but a hidden one! Sleeping 20 hrs out of 24! "How is he even human?! " But... A master inside with a brain so strong and work like horsepower stuffed inside his thick skull, yup, he wasn't human, He was beyond human! The human, the joker who is the missing link in the game of survival in the apocalypse that has been settled 17 years ago, Now it's returning at a greater pace, Wait that's in the game! Well, the game has entered the red human realm, expecting blood and a forsaken planet And he... "You can't be serious with this sleepy head!! " Who said he can't win a game?! "Okay, would you prefer sleep or life, the most?! " "Sleep" he answered in certain confidence rubbing his sleepy eyes. Eh... let's see if he...survive or sleep?!

The hero returns to the empire a dragon’s corpse dragged back. Armor askew. They trudge their way back body tired and broken. Home. They expect gratitude. They expect many things like a higher title. What they did not expect was to become the Royal Guard for the First Princess of the Ixmtaraza Empire. Isabella Desdemona. The hero is pulled into confusing politics and relationships within the castle walls. While without the empires converge and allies are made that could break the Ixmtaraza Empire. 18+ for excessive violence and other triggering content.

The world is full of mages. The ones who fight for glory, the ones who stand tall, the ones who are feared. They defeat enemies. They win battles. They take everything they want. They are the ones everyone admires. But I? I’m not one of them. I can see the future. The problem? It’s all pointless. I know the outcome of everything. Every fight. Every struggle. Every victory… and every loss. The future is already written. And in the end, it’s all meaningless. I didn’t want to be a hero. I didn’t ask for this power. I just want to live in peace, but how can I when I know the inevitable? The academy, the friends, the enemies… it doesn’t matter. In the end, everything will fade. And then there's Kai. He doesn’t know it, but he’s the one variable I can’t see. He’s not supposed to be here. He doesn’t belong in this story. Yet somehow, he’s part of it. A piece I can’t predict. He’s the one thing that doesn’t follow the script, the one I can’t control. What does that mean? If I can’t see him, then is there hope, or is it a even darker horror? I can see everything… but him. And that scares me more than any future I’ve already seen.

Evil、 sadistic love、CEO、 reunion after parting ways

Seeing the path is one thing, walking it is another

I am Ignus Nephilim. A mutated A.I. and creation of Chadron Keisler. I was once a software A.I. but my master bestowed me an arcane to create my flesh. Year 2401, when the energy detected 3 years ago had formed a portal that releases different types of creatures and classified it as "Arcane". My masters mission was to complete the artifact that cause this apocalyptic event in our world, their mission was lead to another world. "This is my token for you Ignus." This is my master Chadron last words before they go through the portal. [Infinite growth] This is my master's token, giving me an ability to grow without a limit. My mission was to maintain this world until they came back and to do it I must... Absorb every arcane and annihilate anything that threaten this world. I, Ignus Nephilim will make this world habitable once again.

He looked into my eyes, his hand around my waist pulling me closer. "I need you to keep this a secret." He whispered his lips so close to mine, almost touching as he spoke to me. "I will," He punctuated my statement with a sweet kiss to the lips which came as surprise so much so that I pulled back from him. "On one condition though, we get to do this date thing again." I whispered back looking into his eyes wanting to see deeper than he was letting me. "Date is a strong word." He whispered back with a small laugh rumbling at the back of his throat. His words stung but I did not let it show instead I smiled at him bring my fingers up to touch his beard to distract myself from the sting. "What's the right word," I asked planting a small kiss on his lips. "A meet up." *** She knew she was the least to him yet she let herself get sucked into his life. A married man, happy with his family and beautiful kids and yet she could not stop herself from falling in love with him. To her, he was a sweet distraction from her routine boring life, some adventure, some love, something new to love on yet she knew it wasn't all mutual. The deal was too good and she drank of it, like the sweet poison it was.

Olivia is an orphan; her parents passed away in a car accident when she was three, and she was adopted into the family of Jeff Bezos. The family protected her and gave her all she needs; even her stepbrother didn’t allow any harm to come to her. She enjoyed her life until she grew older and thought Jeff's family was her real family because she lacked nothing. Not until their lost daughter was found did things start changing for her; she went through a h*ll

Katsuhira Kazuomi had always hated the idea of coincidences. Sometimes, they work in his favor, but most of the time, they make him miserable. Entering middle school, Kazuomi refused to give in to his misfortunes through effort. Of course, this ended in tragedy. Still, while Kazuomi is sick of these unlucky coincidences ruining his plans, he never blames anything on another person. Now, Kazuomi is just your average high schooler. Wanting to spend an eventful and enjoyable high school life, he puts all forms of pressure off his shoulders going forward. What could this entail for his journey as he continues to forge his previous relationships while forming new ones?

I was reincarnated in a novel, yes, just as you hear it, but at least I was reincarnated as a handsome guy from one of the most important families in the empire; my life is already solved, right? I wish it was, the problem is that I was reincarnated as Arthur Reclesia, a useless bastard worthy of playing the villain who appears at the beginning to make the main character look good and then dies in a pathetic way, although if that was the only problem then it would be easy; just don't act like a jerk and that's it, but the Reclesia family I come from are not only traitors allied with the demons, but in the middle of the novel they are discovered and the whole family is massacred without leaving anyone alive. Damn, I didn't even finish reading the novel