The Ever Brilliant Gold Mask

The Egyptian Gods return, what could go wrong? Taiyo Tategami, an ordinary boy living in Tokyo, dies and is reincarnated by the Bennu(Phoenix). Upon his revival, he is informed by the gods that he is the reincarnation of the Egyptian God Amun, and is tasked with saving the world from destruction, by becoming Pharaoh. Accompanied by other gods including Bastet, Anubis, and Skehmet, he traverses the desert in pursuit of fulfilling this ancient prophecy and saving the world from an incoming crisis.

The all-powerful boss is stripped of his identity again! One is handsome while the other is proud; the two-faced refined rascal versus a cynical girl with hidden identities. Everyone secretly jokei that Master Mo’s wife is an ignorant and incompetent little tyrant. Bad at her studies? Lu Mian emergei as the top student for science at her college entrance examination. No talent? Lu Mian shows everyone how competent she is at multitasking by playing the piano with one hand, and painting with the other during a live performance. A prodigal? She makes a small fortune in just two days with her limited knowledge. Boxing, Go chess, appraising treasures, car racing… Bring it on! She can do them all. The soft-spoken Xiao Qimo adjusts his glasses with pride. “Who else has something to say?” One of his subordinates raises his hand cautiously. “Master Mo, your wife seems to be the one who single-handedly destroyed the illegal laboratory.” Xiao Qimo looks at his wife who is quietly practicing calligraphy. “That’s impossible!” It isn’t until… During the general meeting for the International Elite Organization, both Xiao Qimo and Lu Mian wear a mask. They take the stage and succeed as the organization’s Chief and Deputy Chief, respectively. The Deputy Chief beside me looks like my wife. This is Xiao Qimo’s thought. The Chief looks like someone I know. Lu Mian is thinking the same thing, too. Soon, the newly appointed Chief is seen blocking his deputy at the ladies’ room. What happens when two strong and uncorrupted individuals fall for each other?

Sophia Laurent is the secret heiress to one of the world’s wealthiest families, living a life of isolation and control under her father’s oppressive reign. Tired of being a pawn in her family's power games, Sophia escapes into the real world, adopting a fake identity to experience life as a normal woman. But her attempt at freedom takes an unexpected turn when she’s mistaken for a gold-digger during a blind date with Alexander "Xander" Hayes, a wealthy and cynical businessman. He believes she’s after his money, and his vulgar, dismissive attitude makes her want to walk away—fast. In a story filled with sparks, secrets, and unexpected twists, will love triumph over wealth, or will the past prove too strong to overcome?

In the quiet darkness of the city, where shadows stretch long and secrets linger, a charming and meticulous man prowls unnoticed. By day, he’s an unassuming professional, navigating the corridors of power with ease, his impeccable manners and handsome face concealing the predator lurking beneath. By night, he dons his most dangerous mask—a façade of warmth and intrigue that draws unsuspecting victims into his carefully woven web. Obsessed with uncovering the truths hidden in human minds, he views each person as a puzzle, their fears, desires, and vulnerabilities as treasures to exploit. But when he encounters a woman who seems perfect for his next plan, his tightly controlled world begins to fray. As his games grow darker and more daring, the question looms: will he remain the master of his deadly art, or will the mask finally crack, exposing the monster within? "The Masked" is a chilling psychological thriller that delves into the twisted mind of a man who thrives in the shadows, a story of manipulation, obsession, and the masks we all wear.

Happy Ever After Midnight is what would happen if a fairy tale was written for and by the LGBTQ+ community. It tells the story of a fairy godmother whose latest assigned princess is proving more complicated than planned.

In Ogun's Kingdom, gods once walked among mortals, their presence leaving echoes of power, mystery, and ambition. Now, only the masked bearers of divine blessings bridge the gap between humans and the forgotten pantheon. Thorne Ironhold, a blind boy born into the prestigious Ironhold fief, stands at a precipice. Blessed by an unknown god during the sacred mask rite, he is labeled a "Stray"—an outcast marked by powers beyond mortal comprehension. Yet beneath the shadows of his failure lies an unimaginable secret: Thorne's mask holds the power to defy the natural order. As Thorne ventures from his father's forge to the treacherous Garden of the Gods and the rigorous academy, he seeks not only to carve his own path but to uncover the truth behind his destiny. Every battle tests his limits, every limit surpassed brings him closer to the power once lost to men—and closer to the chaos lurking within. In a world where dances summon divine might and masks conceal more than they reveal, Thorne's journey becomes a quest to challenge the gods themselves. But as he walks the path they once tread, he must ask: Will he rise among the embers of forgotten legends, or be consumed by them?

When divine blood flows through your veins, monsters hunts you down until you’re dead. That’s the harsh reality each demigod has to live everyday. Marina is one of them and, because of this, she had to leave her home when she was still a child. Now she has grown up and lives in the Lilies Park, a place in the Otherworld where she meets Shirei, a mysterious demigod who has no memory. Shirei will have to deal with his hidden past to understand why the gods seem to treat him like an enemy, but Marina fears that the journey will only lead to his death. Thus begins the last act of the plan of the forgotten goddess: the queen of masks. I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com

Some people excel at keeping secrets, others fail at concealing them completely. Volcan Blipe,a haunted middle aged man, has the worst of them. After an unexpected unfolding of events, Coughlan Ittanye, a power repressed city administrator, discovers the potential of Voroden’s blood- which can possibly eradicate the plague disease that has been turning humans into flesh eating monsters. When he tracks down Volcan and offers him a deal he cannot refuse as an illegitimate in Belandion city-city identities and protection in exchange for vials of Volcan’s blood, Volcan initially refuses, but eventually concedes. But things don’t stay the same. Unintentionally, their mutual transaction based on professionalism gets noticed by the underground societies,and one in particular-the Black Oxide gang Amid the budding relationship with the younger city administrator and his desire to live a normal life, Volcan can no longer afford not to bleed if he wants to survive.

A quiet, unnoticed student hides a shocking secret: a double life as an online sensation. When a school project forces them to team up with the school’s most popular classmate, an accidental discovery threatens to expose everything. What starts as a tense revelation soon uncovers hidden truths neither expected, leaving both questioning who they really are—and who they can trust.

A Tale of friends reunited, of love rekindled and past revisited along with new legacies created, Two souls connected by the thread of emotions and service find themselves rekindled and embark on a voyage through life to make the world a better place , for you and for me and the entire human race. They encounter difficulties and pains but their love and bonds of friendship prevail all

Just simple story.

Dragnelle Étoile is no stranger to secrets. A sharp-witted private investigator with a shadowed past, she navigates life with a limp, a cane adorned with a beast’s head, and a determination as unyielding as the pain in her leg. When Mickaël Rakoto, a man she hasn’t seen in decades, steps back into her life with a desperate plea, she is thrust into a world she thought she’d left behind—a world of wealth, power, and dangerous family secrets. Mickaël’s sister-in-law, Myrha Rakoto, has died under mysterious circumstances while climbing. Officially ruled as an accident, her death doesn’t sit well with Mickaël, who suspects foul play. But in a city where his wife’s powerful family—the Rakoto shipping dynasty—controls everything from the local police to the narrative of Myrha’s death, Mickaël needs someone fearless enough to uncover the truth. Dragnelle takes the case, but each clue she uncovers pulls her deeper into the Rakoto family’s web of lies, privilege, and betrayal. As she pieces together the circumstances of Myrha’s death, Dragnelle must confront ghosts from her own past, including her complicated history with Mickaël. With her sharp mind and sharper tongue, she maneuvers through bribes, betrayals, and old memories, searching for answers no one wants found. Set against the vibrant streets of Antananarivo and the shadowy world of high society, this is a gripping tale of ambition, justice, and the price of uncovering the truth. Secrets, after all, always have a way of coming to light—even when buried at the top of the climb.

In a world where the line between reality and the extraordinary blurs, Kai navigates the aftermath of a traumatic past. A chance encounter with masked individuals wielding supernatural powers thrusts him into a surreal sequence of events. As he witnesses a subway attack and his own house in flames, Kai discovers his uncle's involvement with a clandestine group possessing extraordinary abilities. The unfolding conflicts force Kai to confront a reality beyond his understanding, leading him on a journey of self-discovery and resilience in a world where powers beyond imagination shape his destiny.

For the sake of his family, Richard married a woman he had never met before. However, his newly wed wife was not only hideous but also viscous, which he only discovered on his wedding day. He thought he would be disgusted by her, but unexpectedly could not help but be attracted to this mysterious woman. What made Richard scratch his head even more, was that her face under the mask seems to be hiding some secret.

What would you do if the person you raised, turned against you? For that person, you sacrificed your childhood but in the end, they still turned against you. It all began like a dream, a sweet dream to say, then a crack happened but she mended it, then another appeared and she mended it again until it finally broke down. Ely kept the lesson taught by life in the deepest part of her heart. She ran away because she was trying to escape from the truth but she met it again and this time, she lost her innocence, she lost the last bit of humanity she had and she lost the color of her soul and eventually, she submitted herself to the devil who used her gleefully. Silveria, a young King felt his ambitions came first before anything else. He once told a girl, that if he wanted something, he got it and it didn't matter how he got it. He was nicknamed the devil. The devil met this girl who lost the color of her soul and fed on her indifference but soon, he began to thirst for more. Is the devil going to pull her into hell with him or will both find salvation? PS:the cover is not mine so I can take it down if the owner comes by.

I seriously felt like I was about to kick the bucket because of some mysterious sickness. But guess what? I snapped awake to find myself in this weird place, in some dude's body. A man? Seriously? I held my breath, and I felt something weird on my chest. "Huh? Is this... bondage? What the heck?" Then, out of nowhere, a rush of unknown memories flooded my mind. Turns out, I'm a general. Yup, that's right. And get this, I ain't no dude-I'm actually a young, stubborn lady who's playing pretend as her older brother. Crazy stuff, right?

a regular man living in the darkness of his failure he wanted to be an actor but life is Harsh for him one day his friend (assistant producer) gave him a offer to work as a actor will he accept it? is the path for him will be easy? what people he going to meet? is he can become an actor?

In the world of high society, billionaire Devlin Saint Clair is revered for his wealth, charm, and philanthropy. But beneath the façade, Devlin harbors a dark secret: he's a demon, heir to the throne of the underworld. Bound by his father's expectations, Devlin must navigate the treacherous landscape of demon politics to claim the crown. His ruthless ambition knows no bounds, and he'll stop at nothing to achieve his goal. Detective Mirabella "Bella" Thompson is no stranger to darkness. Haunted by a traumatic past, she's built walls around her heart. Alongside her sisters, she's forged a new life in the police force. But when she stumbles upon Devlin's true nature, her world is turned upside down. As their paths collide, Devlin's determined to keep Bella silenced. But she's not one to back down. As they engage in a cat-and-mouse game, Devlin finds himself torn between his loyalty to his family and his growing obsession with the fearless detective. Bella's secrets are her own, but Devlin's determination to uncover them threatens to destroy everything she's built. Can she resist the billionaire's allure, or will his darkness consume her? As the stakes rise, Devlin must choose between his destiny and his desire. Will he sacrifice his humanity for the crown, or will Bella's love redeem him? **Target Audience:] Adult readers (18+) who enjoy paranormal romance, urban fantasy, and suspenseful stories with complex characters and moral ambiguity.

What do most Otaku dream of before their encounter with Truck Kun? Nothing more than playing a true virtual reality game — the kind of game where they can be a mage casting 9th circle magic, a knight fighting a dragon, driving a spaceship and fighting aliens, and, of course, meeting their cute waifus. The same is true for Viktor. Unfortunately, he was dead before his wish. He reincarnated into a world where the entertainment industry is much more primitive compared to his original world. He was born into a wealthy family, and thanks to his past life's memories, he quickly outsmarted his peers and earned a PhD in Business Management. Just when he was about to inherit the family business, he activated a system that allowed him to spend reputation points. These points could be obtained every time someone praised him directly or indirectly. With these points, he could exchange for almost anything, including the virtual reality technology of his dreams.

This is a story comprising of two different stories in honor of Domestic Violence month. The stories are short and concise to draw the reader into the perspective of the character.

Caspian inched closer until his lips were mere inches away from Davina's, reeling her in to close the nonexistent gap between their mouths. "Have you ever been kissed, Dimitri?" He asked. Before Davina could lose control after Caspian's cold lips lightly grazed hers, she pushed him away and hurriedly stood up. "My Lord, this is highly unethical!" Her real voice nearly slipped out amid the chaos. "What's unethical about this?" Caspian's face lifted to form an innocent yet devilish smile, he seemed to be enjoying the reaction he got out of her. Flustered, Davina turned her back to him and took deep breaths before speaking more composedly. "We are both men and it wasn't ethical of you to try and... kiss me." The last bit came out as a whisper blown away by the wind. Caspian's chuckle echoed through the woods as he stood up from the bench and faced Davina with a smug look on his face. "Tell me, Dimitri, was I really trying to kiss a man just now?" "W-what do you mean?" Davina stumbled backward as she stared at Caspian in shock and disbelief, unsure of what to do to save herself from that situation. "Let me rephrase my question." Caspian delicately grazed Davina's cheeks with the back of his hand. "Are you really a man?" ***** With a bounty on her head and the need for a place to stay, Davina snuck into the castle of Lendorr, posing as a man in the royal army. Luckily for her, she was able to get away with her ruse easily that is, until she met the mysterious Lord Caspian. She is tasked with being one of his guards all while trying to avoid getting caught by the man who made it his life's mission to ruin her plan. Through a twisted game of deceit, Davina is forced to make a grave choice between Love and the REAL reason why she snuck into the castle.

In a world brimming with magic, Jusawi is one of the rare few born without mana. Despite this, he dreams of becoming a warrior feared by evil, beloved by good, and respected by all. Determined to overcome the odds, Jusawi faces a world where power often defines worth, and his path to strength will be anything but easy. As he embarks on a journey filled with challenges and mysteries, he discovers that true power doesn’t always come from magic. (Disclaimer: This story is a prequel to Negative Point. While some aspects may be more deeply explored in that story, everything essential to this tale will be fully explained here. This prequel can be enjoyed without prior knowledge of *Negative Point.)

Commoners will never experience the privileges of Nobles. Or they can but it's only a slim chance. The eldest son of the Solace household learned it at the age of six. But being a lowborn never stopped him from aspiring to be a physician because he thought poverty doesn't last forever. Little did he know his quota on poverty also applies to being wealthy because luck never last forever too.

Having transmigrated into a fantasy world of magic and knights , the son of humble merchant prioritizes safety above all else. Armed with a system and cautiousness that is sometimes unnecessary watch Gray slowly turn him and his organization into shadows. Hidden and only existing in the night." For a shadow can never be truly destroyed and fought aganist."

Sometimes we wonder what really goes on in the head of others, their thoughts, feelings and emotions... But sometimes, what we think we know isn't always the right thing

After avenging her late twinsister, Rose not only finds out that her sister Ella is still alive, but Damien, whom she'd tortured badly for allegedly murdering her wss completely innocent. Ella's return marked the first anniversary of her death, alot has changed and li6alties had been tested. Her death had tampered with theor parents superficially loving marraige and their dad now had a gene bride. Deeper unto the woods, a luna runs away from her alpha and her destiny gets murkier by the minute. Follow the intriguing adventure of love, hate, revenge and magic.

When Einar fails to awaken magical abilities, a rare gift in his world, he instead gains something unexpected: visions of a mysterious golden-haired warrior from the past. Through these dreams, he glimpses an ancient Ihera where magic worked differently, and witnesses a crucial battle against dark forces that supposedly ended in victory. But something doesn't add up. As strange weather patterns begin to plague the land and his mother's behavior grows increasingly erratic, Einar realizes his visions might be more than just dreams. The history he knows tells of dark forces purged from existence, yet his visions suggest a different truth, one of compromise rather than victory, of binding rather than destruction. Now, with unnatural storms gathering and his mother speaking in cryptic warnings, Einar must decipher his visions before it's too late. Are the dark forces truly returning? Or is there a deeper truth hidden in the memories of a golden-haired warrior who fought them centuries ago? In a world where few can wield magic, Einar's abilities might be the key to saving the future, Or he fought together with the warrior in the past?

Gold and Glory—that’s what drives most adventurers to venture into dangerous dungeons, slay fearsome monsters, and even cross lines others wouldn’t dare. But in a world like this, not everyone can achieve those dreams. For every legendary hero, there are countless who fall short, facing the harsh reality that the world isn’t kind enough for everyone to win. This story follows Victor Fare, a silver-ranked adventurer. He’s skilled and experienced but hasn’t reached the level of fame and wealth he hoped for when he started. Will he break through the ceiling and claim the Gold and Glory he seeks, or will he, like so many others, be left behind in the shadow of those who succeed? P.S this is my first story so forgive me if it is not good I'll try my best to write a good story so please give it a try if it piqued your interest

Percy never knew her grandma she had never seen in her life have score to settle with her on her surprise visit from Paris to her in Malawi it turned to a surprise visit gone wrong that almost ruin her destiny but thanks to her second heart.