Actual Side Hustles

Terumi Kuro is just your average high school guy: average grades, average looks and socially indifferent. Then there is his secretly talented upperclassman, Sayuki Mizuno. A webnovel author who have garnered a steady following spanning a couple thousands in the webnovel society. Life was predictable until Sayuki mysteriously vanishes without a trace. Two weeks later, Terumi gets transported into her novel’s world and no he's not the overpowered protagonist or the mysterious villain— he's a background character. You know, the kind that dies before anyone remembers his name? Armed with nothing but his wit, his painfully average existence, and a suspicious text from Sayuki on his phone, Terumi has to navigate a world of magic, danger, and slightly overpowered main characters. Oh, and did i mention he’s stuck attending the same academy where everyone’s so busy stoping bad guys and dealing with politics they barely notice their cafeteria food sucks? If there’s one thing worse than being trapped in a novel, it’s realizing the author might be as clueless of the situation as you are. -----------------————————----------------- This is my very first attempt at writing a novel and i dont know if it'll be any good. what I do know is it’s got magic, techology, snark, and just enough plot to keep you wondering if I have any idea what I’m doing (spoiler: I don’t). Now, let’s talk support. If you like what you’re reading, feel free to leave a comment, drop a review, or even just pretend to care by gifting me some of those precious power stones. Every little bit helps convince me to keep writing instead of giving up and pursuing my backup plan. But seriously, thank you for even being here. Your time and support mean more to me than I’d ever admit without a healthy dose of sarcasm to cover it up. Let’s see how far this train goes together!

Hikaru Takashi, who is our main character is actually rich and handsome and he is hiding and lowkey himself up so he doesn't get much attention. Hikaru-kun actually live only by himself in his mansion which is given by his father. Hikaru-kun's father actually own the biggest tech company in the world. And one day in his first day in 3rd year high school he met Miyu Tanaka and she is unbelievably beautiful with her beautiful pink hair. And actually made friends with her and her friends names are Ren Yamashita, Sakura Fujimoto, Kaoru Nishikawa, Aoi Takamura, Shota Kobayashi, And this novel is how Hikaru Takashi's life is.

When something is filled to the brim, it is common knowledge that it has hit its capacity – nothing else can go in without the risk of overflowing. But that's not the case for celestial beings, who have nothing inside them but greed for power and fame amongst themselves. So, this brings the question... What happens when your own God gets greedy? What happens, when the one you pray to every night... betrays you, and your world? A young man living in Seattle found himself asking this very question when he was abruptly thrown into a strange mix of strangers – a place which, frankly, he didn't belong to. Can he even begin to compare to these beasts, or will he remain weak and frail, like a worthless background character? Will he ever be able to catch up to the main characters? This is the story of that man... and his will to defy the expectations.

Lane Allen, an A-rank Guide, got injured on an emergency mission suppressing a dungeon break, and perished in his almost-lover’s arms. As the remaining members of his team continued to fight for their lives, in a fancy apartment in a distant part of the city, a young man opened his eyes. “Phew… That hurt like hell…” “It’s a bit of a shame to switch so soon… But I guess it is what it is.” “Anyway, who should I become next?” Actually, Lane Allen was not a Guide, but rather an Esper with a mysterious Plunder ability! It allowed him to possess other people’s bodies, and steal their awakened abilities. Keeping his real body safe, Lane could enjoy life to the fullest, constantly swapping identities, and doing whatever he wanted without ever worrying about the consequences! How great was that? Except… Damien Lennox grabbed Lane’s arm, and pressed him against the wall, his clear green eyes staring down at Lane intently, as if he could see right through him. “There’s no one else whose guidance feels so harsh and chaotic, yet pleasing at the same time.” It seems that Damien was somehow able to recognize Lane even after switching identities, and is unwilling to let him go? . . . Villainous protagonist who couldn’t care less (at least for now~) x Righteous love interest possessive of MC! Top x top :> #Guideverse #guide #esper

Twenty-eight year old Delilah Sterling, has perfected the art of being a respectable realtor by day, and a professional gold digger by night. Delilah believes she has her double life under control. Her meticulously crafted life crumbles when she wakes up one morning with a wedding band on her finger, a marriage certificate on the table, and a sinfully gorgeous man claiming to be her husband. To make matters worse, he is broke and jobless, making her feel trapped in a surreal nightmare. Desperate for escape, Delilah demands a divorce, but the stranger—insisting he wants to stay married—thwarts every attempt. Frustration and confusion mount until Delilah hatches a new plan: she proposes they team up to con her next target, the elusive billionaire, Hunter Quinn. What Delilah doesn't realize is that her "broke husband" is actually Hunter Quinn himself. Billionaire CEO, Hunter Quinn, having discovered Delilah’s intentions to con him, had decided to outplay her at her own game. Hunter agrees to the partnership, and together they plunge into a high-stakes game of deceit. As they plot and scheme, the lines between pretense and reality blur. Their forced proximity ignites an unexpected chemistry, leading to moments of vulnerability and genuine connection neither anticipated. Caught in a whirlwind of deception, passion, and power plays, Delilah grapples with their growing feelings. As their con deepens, she must confront the ultimate question: Can she open her heart to love and trust again? ****Exerpt**** Delilah’s eyes darted to the marriage certificate again, the official seal glaring back at her. Her fingers itched to tear it apart, to make this nightmare disappear. But deep down, she knew that wouldn’t change anything. “I don’t remember,” she whispered, more to herself than to him. “I don’t remember any of it.” Blake nodded as if he had expected this reaction. “That is expected. You had a lot to drink last night.” he fished out a phone from the back pocket of his trousers, opened it. “Here, this is us celebrating, after we got married last night,” he said, showing her a picture. Delilah’s breath caught in her throat as she stared at the photo. It was indeed her. “How?” she whispered, her voice barely audible. “I don’t remember any of this.” “It was a wild night,” he said softly. Perhaps she had married Blake because he was wealthy. That would be the only logical reason for her to make such a blunder. There was hope, she thought, as she clung to the possibility of salvaging something from this disaster. Turning to him, she forced a smile, “Is this your house? Are we in your house?” She asked, looking around the bedroom. Blake shook his head, “No. This is a hotel,” he said, and she nodded. “I see. It looks like quite an expensive hotel,” she observed, “What do you do for a living?” she asked, trying to keep her voice steady as she searched his eyes for any hint of affluence. Blake hesitated, his confident demeanor faltering for the first time. He looked away, rubbing the back of his neck. “I’m... in between jobs,” he stuttered, avoiding her gaze. Delilah’s heart sank, disappointment crashing over her like a wave. “In between jobs?” she echoed, her voice tinged with disbelief. Blake seemed to sense her dismay. “I know it doesn’t sound great,” he said quickly, trying to reassure her. “But I’m working on a few things. I just need a little more time.” “You’re jobless,” she muttered to herself as reality sunk in. “How did you pay for this room? For the wedding bands?” She asked, and he winced. “I didn’t. You did,” he said, and she collapsed on the bed. (PS: Cover photo isn’t mine. Credit to the real owner)

Have you ever read a novel with such a terrible ending that you wished you could change the story and give the characters you loved the happy ending they deserved? ~~~ I was just another failure of an author, writing stories nobody read, and that never sold. Seeking to improve my writing, I read the most popular novel at that time, Solo Player, to learn what made it so popular. However, as I read this story, I couldn’t help but feel frustrated about the story’s development, which had a terrible ending. Eventually, and quite bitterly, once I ended reading the book, I found myself transmigrated into the very world of this novel. Did I become the Protagonist? A Villain? Or perhaps even an Extra? No, it was much worse than I imagined. Because I ended up becoming the most worthless character that nobody ever cared about in the novel. A character that is often considered the motivation for the protagonist to grow stronger, but also his greatest burden. Someone every reader hated! “I’m the protagonist’s sister…” However, with my knowledge of this novel's events, my worthlessness was about to change. I’ve decided to not only become the strongest but also change the story’s terrible ending! “I won’t let you go inside a Dungeon, it’s too dangerous.” ...As long as I can get this incredibly corny and overprotective brother out of my way! And for some reason, the Constellations won’t stop bothering me. Ding! [The Cosmic Throne {Butterfly That Flies Across The Universe} seems interested in your tenacity!] [She has sponsored 1000000 Plot Points and the [Demon of Calamity Transformation Technique (SS)] Skill!] [The Cosmic Throne {Monkey that Dances in Chaos} finds your chaotic nature amusing!] [He has thrown the [Umbral Chaos Stone Necklace (S Rank)] at you!] [Not enough? He launched the [Immortal Heaven Peach (SSS Rank)] right on your face!] There was something really wrong with the Constellations this time around. Ding! [The Cosmic Throne {Jester Filled With Lies} is happy that you’re bringing despair to your victims!] [He has gifted you the [Jester’s Last Laugh (S Rank Privilege)] and the [Master of Manipulation (SS)] Skill!] [The Cosmic Throne {Maiden that Watches Over Nature} seems happy you’re growing stronger.] [She has gracefully sponsored you with 2000000 Plot Points and Fully Heals All Your Wounds!] [She has also begun to wonder if you could plant some trees for her, gifting you the [Divine World Tree Seedling (SSS Rank)]!] [The Cosmic Throne {Warrior That Seeks Calamity} is satisfied with your battle performance but asks for more battle!] [He has sponsored you with 500000 Plot Points and [Beheading Sword of Destruction (SSS Rank)]!] They simply couldn’t stop gifting me things as if I were some sort of famous streamer for them. “I am grateful, but please just leave me alone already…” Chapters are long, 1500 ~ 2000+ words. During its serialization, this novel will be available for free forever, no premium. However, you can read advanced chapters here: https://www.patreon.com/pancakeswitch Copyright 2023 PancakesWitch. All rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced or used in any manner without the prior written permission of the copyright owner, except for the use of brief quotations in a review. This novel is also being posted on Scribblehub and Royal Road. If you see it anywhere else, please let me know. Thank you.

In the world of the heavens, there are an elite few in history who transcend the word "genius." They rise through the ranks of cultivation with unparalleled speed, perform feats that defy common sense on a regular basis, and generally educate all who cross their path on just what it means for the difference between two cultivators to be as the difference between heaven and earth. This…is NOT their story. Xu Zuhui has never been considered a genius, or particularly talented, though no one would call him a failure either—no small feat in the cutthroat world of VRMMOs, the dominant form of entertainment on a dying Earth. Indeed, he is one of the lucky few to escape the terrible, ruined real world by uploading to a persistent virtual world based on the world of Cultivation. But though his new body and new life comes with substantial perks, he will soon discover there are substantial risks as well. He’s far from the only strong talent in this new world, and few such people are happy to welcome more into their ranks. In what was supposed to be a virtual world, Xu Zuhui will soon find that the stakes he’s fighting for are very real…and he’ll have to become very strong indeed to survive the events the real hero of this world will inevitably drag him into. Updates daily at 8 AM EST!

In the vast universe, the birth and death of a galaxy is nothing more than a flash of mottled light. Looking up at the starry sky, there is always a sense of sadness that the ending is predetermined. Where will you and I be thousands of years later? The country, the fire of civilization, and the earth are nothing more than a speck of dust in the deep space. The starry sky is a moment, and the human world is a thousand years. The chirping of insects is only autumn, and you and I are fighting for it. What is at the end of the deep space?

He had once been the strongest in his world, unmatched in authority and power. No one dared to challenge him—until the one he loved betrayed him, ending his life. Reborn into a strange new world similar to his own, Maxwell was disgusted by his weakness. Determined to reclaim the strength he once had. Accompanied by his monster companion, Gladiolus, and guided by Sidgroth—one of the strongest men in this new universe. Maxwell continues his path to reclaim his former power. With Gladiolus by his side and Sidgroth pushing him to his limits, this world as ruthless as the one that betrayed him. (This novel happens alongside my other novel, Welcoming the Chaos, in other words both of the novels happen at the same time)

Meera often thinks her life might be different if she take more bold decisions. She doesn't get the answer though as she is going to die, but perhaps God has other plans for her. Meera will get a chance to live again only if she complete the task given to her. ........ "You mean I am going to travel in different books? then who I am going to be, the villain or the main lead?" Meera questions. "A passer-by aka a side character" System replied with a stern face, which completely reduces Meera's excitement. But Meera accepted it anyway, anything is better than the regret of not taking more risks. And this way Meera's journey started. Meera doesn't mind much that she is a side character, after all, everyone is the main character in their story while a side character in other people's story. Join Meera's this journey of world-hopping and getting the chance to rebirth. 1v1 I am joining WPC#211, if you like to read rebirth stories then please give it a chance. Them of the competition counterattack of a side character, and in the first arc, you might feel she is not attacking anyone, but sometimes the best attack is not to do anything extra. Just kidding. The first arc I write in the way, that will help her build her character and also learn new skills . I hope you will enjoy reading it. Thank you.

Time itself unravels, its threads twisting into a disorienting knot around a young man. The mundane rhythms of his life become a haunting refrain, each day a ghostly reflection of the last. He is adrift in a sea of fragmented memories and unspoken tensions, searching for a way out of the deepening twilight of his own fractured reality. This is a story of shadows and secrets, where the past refuses to let go and the future remains shrouded in an unsettling mystery.

[Prequel to Checkmate, scheduled to come out late 2025] City Z has a reputation of being the center of ability users in all of Asia, as well as being the homebase of many organisations. Amongst those is Roses; a rising organisation founded by a small group of friends and led by a girl with a seemingly easy going personality. Kang Seojun who had recently turned 20 came face to face with a problem he had been avoiding until the same issue was raised by his younger brother, and that is what is their future going to be? Seeing his friends having their lives planned out, he realised apart from doing whatever his parents wanted, he had never made a decision of his own. In the midst of his dilemma, the leader of Roses approached him with an opportunity to work for them for 3 months, a trial period. The question is, what will this 3 months do for him? Will he find a reason to stay permanently? Will he return to university? And will he, be able to see a future carved out by himself?

Wang jingyue.... Wang jingyue.... In the dark forest a small girl no more then fourteen year old solemnly look at her tiny hand. she took a deep breath and mutter 'why, why me, why I have to came here and transmitter into this tiny character of a novel' 'ha' a bitter smile appear on her face. she didn't expect that something as magical as reincarnation will happen to her. the only thing that can be considered good is that the little siren had given her something magical. Known as 'mermaid tear' with this she will be able to rewrite her own future in which the author had killed her in few chapters.

When WebNovel wants me to write a synopsis, but I am just a chill guy. The story follows Ater Arbor, a healer so insane he got kicked out of every hospital, party or guild he tried joining. On his quest to find and kill God he will encounter children of the night, werewolves, witches, wizards, slaves of shadows, and worse of all, hotdog sellers. *********************** Hi, I'm 18 y.o. European kid, English if my 4th language. Warning: The tone of the story changes along with my moodswings. Don't be suprised if someones head falls of.

Max used to be your normal guy until he was sent for reincarnation into another world by truck-kun. The world Max was reincarnated into was a world that was riddled with war until a few years ago, when a woman known as the Sword Empress ended the war and brought peace. But Max gave up thoughts of pursuing more power when he learned that the sword Empress was actually his calm and regal mother. Max decided to live a peaceful life with his mother along with his loved ones, but how many years can a forced peace last?

[Excerpt] ‘Ding’ [You dreamed slaying a dragon.] [Congratulations to obtain a legendary dragon slayer skill card!] “My dreams… they are becoming my cards.” * \/ * “I used to hate nightmares, until that day when those nightmares became my power.” What’s more terrifying? Being the one who could see the future but couldn’t do anything to change the outcome, or the one who was in the future and couldn’t do anything to change it? Oscar experienced both. Now reborn into the body of the world’s protagonist, the weight of this future falls on his shoulders. For the survival of the universe, for his own survival, he must become strong. So strong, he could change the future. * \/ * What to expect: • Male MC (Main Character) • Overpowered protagonist • Badass protagonist • Deck building with a unique twist and infinite possibilities • A super righteous MC, whose morality can be interpreted in different ways depending on the perspective • A video game setting, with the MC initially being an NPC character, though the game will merge with the real world at some point • Character-driven story with a focus on character building, so expect plenty of slice-of-life moments sprinkled throughout the story

What would you do when your adoptive mother turned out to be a vampire? Well, Max used to be an orphan, always hopping from one foster home to another. She adopted him and was obsessed with him, pampering him endlessly, and soon, Max came to love her. But after a week after his 20th birthday, everything changed. His sweet mother turned out to be a vampire, and she intended to change him too. Vampires are the stuff of everyone's fantasies, while yanderes are the stuff of nightmares. But what if being loved by a vampire yandere isn't as bad as it seems?

Side story's expanding the world of the novel Elohim's wrath.

based on the movie “ free guy “ just watch the movie . where a extra character becomes sentient . and must now protect the mc . with connection to the camera man with god like abilities . ( notice : some of these characters are depicted without a face . They have a head but not a face like a mannequin . You’ve seen faceless side characters before if you watch a cartoon , manga or anime ) the novel is set in an anime . requirement goal for next chapter : -1 review -1 collection

Tanaka Akihiko was transmigrated into a book he just read and instead of getting cool abilities he got the ability to go back in time when he dies and no it cannot be stacked, What will he do? Will he kill the wretched writer? Am I in trouble? Read to find out.

Emily, a young girl, is trapped in a toxic home environment with her father and stepmother, who constantly belittle and abuse her. Her life is a constant struggle to maintain her sanity and sense of self. Emily's father remarried after her mother's supposed death, but Emily's never accepted her stepmother. As Emily navigates her treacherous home life, she begins to uncover secrets about her mother's past and the circumstances surrounding her disappearance. Her desire for revenge against her father and stepmother grows, but she's also desperate to find the truth about her mother.

side stories. this book is just a translation. I did not write this book. It is an Korean orginal Kakaopage novel that I translated into English. One day, I was summoned to this world. Beasts poured out, and an incredible crisis came. My talents couldn’t have been worse. [The player’s talent level is at rock bottom.] [Almost all the numbers are hopeless.] Whether you have to become a warrior or a wizard. Whether you’ve gone back in time. You have to take advantage of everything in order to survive. “What about it?” “I’ll use everything I have to survive!” The authors name directly translateS to "Wooden spoon". I DO NOT OWN THIS BOOK. THIS IS JUST A BOOK I TRANSLATED. You can read on kakaopage

Islette Verralyn,seorang gadis yatim piatu yang tinggal di Osorior,memiliki satu ketertarikan unik,pedang.Iya pedang,perpedang.Islette belajar diam diam,dibantu oleh Paman Feto,salah satu guru asrama Osorior. Lalu pada suatu sore Islette memutuskan untuk memecahkan sebuah pertanyaan yang terus berada di benaknya.Bersama Killian,sahabatnya.Mereka pergi ke hutan,mendatangi sesuatu yang telah mereka selidiki selama beberapa minggu kemarin,dengan membawa pedang yang Paman Feto pinjamkan-secara diam diam.Tanpa sepengetahuan mereka,pedang itulah yang akan mengubah hidup mereka.

As he turned to leave, a sense of disappointment washed over me. Not knowing his name or how to contact him felt wrong, but I knew I had to stick to my resolve. Just as he was a few steps away, he paused and looked back at me. "I'm curious, though, Melisa," he began, and I raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "You consider the first meeting an accident and the second a coincidence?" His words hung between us, more of a statement than a question, making me ponder his sudden inquiry. "Uh, yeah..." I replied, my voice tinged with hesitation, uncertainty clouding my understanding of his intent. "And a third encounter?" he probed, a playful challenge in his tone. "Would you call it fate?" At that, my heart skipped a beat. *** What happens when you decide to weave a little white lie for your stubborn grandmother, who relentlessly nudges you to find a boyfriend-claiming you have one, even though it's untrue? Join Melissa on her unexpected journey in Actually You, where a simple fib spirals into a whirlwind of surprises. As she navigates the tangled web of her own deception, Melissa encounters the charming stranger. What starts as a playful lie soon unfolds into an adventure filled with laughter, romance, and self-discovery. Will Melissa embrace her feelings and face the truth, or will her little lie lead to a bigger mess than she ever anticipated? Dive into her story to find out!

Nikita Aasher, a young female doctor who has been through hell and back, raped by her very best friend on the night their graduation ceremony, her life is plugged into darkness and things become even worse when she finds out she is pregnant with his child. Her father convinces her to abort the child but she doesn't agree with him and stubbornly decided to keep it, hence her father arranges a marriage for her with his friend's son Zackwin Tristill who falls in love with her at the very first sight. Nikita finds it hard to accept him into her life as she knows that she might never be able it love him and he will get nothing out of their relationship, Will Zackwin be able to melt her frozen heart, will she ever accept him in her life. follow Nikita as she finds her self going through the motions of love and revenge.