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In the bustling city of New York, two vastly different worlds collide at a prestigious university. Alex, a prodigy on the football field, is focused on securing a better future for his family. With his striking blonde looks, piercing blue eyes, and disciplined lifestyle, he seems untouchable—but he hides a vulnerability beneath his perfect facade. Olivia, on the other hand, is a fiery artist with a passion for life. Her red hair and dazzling personality turn heads everywhere she goes. Coming from a wealthy family, she exudes confidence and freedom, exploring the world with unapologetic curiosity. When their paths cross, sparks fly. Yet their contrasting lives and views create more questions than answers. As their bond deepens through late-night conversations and unexpected encounters, both Alex and Olivia are forced to confront what they truly want—and what they’re willing to risk to find it. “Beneath the Surface” is a story of passion, discovery, and the magnetic pull between opposites. In a world of expectations and hidden desires, will they dare to uncover the truth about themselves—and each other?

In the heart-wrenching tale "After Nine Lives," Vanya's existence is a never-ending cycle of birth, suffering, and rebirth. Born as the illegitimate child of a mistress, Vanya's life is forever marred by the cruel fate that awaits her. Orphaned at a tender age, Vanya is forced into a loveless engagement with a wealthy and ruthless man. Desperate to escape the shackles of this arranged marriage, Vanya flees to marry the love of her life. For a brief moment, she tastes happiness, but it's short-lived. Her husband's brutal nature is revealed, and Vanya's life becomes a living hell. Her grandmother's tragic death at his hands, coupled with her stepsister's cruel betrayal, leaves Vanya shattered. The memories of her husband's sadistic smile and her stepsister's smug face are forever etched in her mind. Yet, fate grants Vanya a second chance. She's reborn, determined to alter her destiny and find true love. But with each new life, Vanya faces insurmountable hurdles. She's met with rejection, heartbreak, and loss at every turn. Her quest for happiness seems forever elusive. However, a glimmer of hope appears in each life. Vanya meets a man who bears an uncanny resemblance to her true love from her second life. The same piercing eyes, the same bright smile, and the same kind heart. It's as if fate is giving her another chance to rekindle the love they shared. The vows they exchanged in a past life – to be together for seven lifetimes – now seem like a beacon of hope. Vanya begins to realize that she's been given multiple chances to relive their love story, to correct the mistakes of the past, and to create a new destiny. As Vanya navigates her ninth and final life, she must confront the darkness of her past and the evil that has haunted her for so long. She must also face the ultimate question: will she finally find redemption and true love, or will she remain forever trapped in this vicious cycle of birth, death, and rebirth? Will Vanya be able to break the curse and find happiness with her soulmate, or will fate have other plans for her? Dive into the world of "After Nine Lives" to find out.

In the Realm Of Sylvan, a Realm where every life can develop themselves by relying on the Tree Of Entis inside their Sea Of Consciousness. Which gives them a System Panel that can provide many knowledge and Skills depending on what they do. A young boy named Kass has awakened a strange Innate Skill named [Nine Lives Cat]. This Skill gave him nine lives, and as long as he died, he could return to the day he received this Skill, along with being able to bring things from his previous life to his next life as well. ... The seasons have changed; many years have passed. Kass has gone through many ups and downs in his life. Whether it's a happy story or a sad story, until the day he 'betrayed' the association he had worked for all these years and was killed by a man who was like his younger brother. And the Skill worked as it should. Send him back to the day he was about to begin his journey from the village. But for some reason, when he checked the Innate Skill, Kass found that this 'second life' was actually his 'ninth life'. And in his Innate Skill Section, an additional mysterious Skill with an unknown name and unknown effects had appeared. What is the origin of this Unknown Skill? Is it something that interferes with [Nine Lives Cat] Skill? Can he unravel the mystery of this Unknown Skill? Perhaps this journey in this 'second life' would give him the answer to the question.  Where are his lives?

The Beast Lives Forever. like He always should be. ??? is always a Moody fucker

Deep within the enchanted forest of Lyrinvale lies a shimmering lake, whispered about in ancient tales. To Crown Prince Caspian, it has always been the stuff of myths—until dreams of a mysterious girl lead him to its shores. She is Ellara, bound by a curse that ties her to the woods, her existence shrouded in magic and sorrow. Drawn together by forces beyond their understanding, Caspian and Ellara unravel secrets that could upend both their lives. As royal intrigues clash with ancient prophecies, and forbidden magic sparks between them, they must confront the truth: some destinies are meant to be rewritten, even if it means risking everything. A tale of love, magic, and the courage to defy fate, Whispers of the Glass Lake is a spellbinding journey into a world where dreams hold the key to freedom.

There was a popular comic that captured the hearts of readers not because of its plot, but rather the bromance between the two protagonists, a crown prince and a duke. Their friendship & mutual trust led fans to ship them endlessly, with countless fanfiction stories ranging from dating to marriage or even incorporating omegaverse settings. One particular m-preg fanfic novel became extremely popular among fans, where the previously cold duke becomes pregnant. But the popularity of both the original comic and this novel caused everything to become unbalanced, until something strange happened - these works of fiction turn into real worlds that collided, creating an error that connected them together. In the world of the comic: Carlton from the fanfic world gazed up at his husband with longing eyes. "Husband..." He pouted, "Why don't you kiss me today?" Alaric from the comic world recoiled slightly and goosebumps broke out over his skin as he moved away. "Please don't come close to me..." He said tersely. Meanwhile, in another world: Alaric from the fanfic world, pulled his beloved Carlton into a warm embrace and peppered kisses on his cheeks. "Darling, are you mad at me?" Alaric asked affectionately. "It's okay, you're still cute." He leaned down to whisper into his ear before continuing. "But don't forget to comfort all our children, they think you're mad at them." Suddenly, seven children barged into the room and called out to their fathers. "Father, Daddy!" they exclaimed. Carlton's frozen expression spoke volumes about his state of mind as he tried to process what was happening. His murderous gaze fixed on Alaric as he muttered through gritted teeth. "Whose children do you say they are....?"

Beneath the glittering surface of Arcadia Corp.'s gleaming skyscrapers, a web of secrets, betrayals, and ambition tangles. Emma Hayes, an industrious but unremarkable administrative assistant, finds a cryptic note in CEO Adrian Cross's office: "Trust no one." What begins as a puzzling discovery plunges Emma into the high-stakes world of corporate espionage, where her loyalty and courage are tested at every turn. Adrian, the enigmatic CEO, is fighting his own demons: protecting his late father's legacy, unraveling the treachery within his company, and dealing with a betrayal that cuts close to home. Drawn together by a common enemy, Emma and Adrian form an unlikely alliance-one that sparks undeniable chemistry amidst the chaos. The deeper their partnership, the greater the danger. For every clue Emma uncovers, the saboteur tightens their grip, threatening not just Adrian's empire but also Emma's life. Can two people from such different worlds learn to trust each other before the walls of the glass tower come crashing down? Or will the secrets buried within destroy them both? A tale of love, ambition, and redemption, Beneath the Glass Tower weaves romance and suspense into a fast-paced, gripping tale that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

In this world, ascending to upper realms is 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. Who is brave enough to seek the Supremacy and rule the world? By: Jerlani

[Mature Content] ||| this is a fantasy soulmates romance set in an Urban setting with lots of deeply traumatic backstories and many deaths on the way, in a magical ancient academy, and with one of the main plots being revenge. there are countless types of mythical creatures and all coexisting in our very world. ||| dual point of view one love interest ||| As I closed the portal I opened with my spatial magic after both of my idiotic brothers crossed it, they turned to me with a wide and mischievous grin and before I could open a portal to get out of here, Apollo held me back by my forearm and Atlas took my ear pods out of my ears. I hate when he does that. Can they understand that if I'm with pods on, it's 'cause I have no intention of talking with people? "...phone?" I blinked and stared at my snow-white haired brothers, wondering how would I look if I had their snow wavy hair and golden eyes instead of how I came out. I mean, I do magically dye my hair crimson red and use golden lens since ever, but my actual looks are nothing like that. I didn't really took dad's hair or his midnight blue eyes, or mom's golden eyes and her baby pink wavy hair either. I'm just... Weird. Hot? Absolutely. But weird. Thankfully my brothers no better than to tell anyone about how I actually look like. In fact, it's been such a long time since I just rested in front of anyone, including, looking like I naturally am, that they might have forgotten it by now. Also another reason why I don't shift into my dragon in front of absolutely no one, except when I'm in a personal training in vacation with dad, even though he's not a dragon but a vampire, I feel okay to be myself for once. Even more comfortable than I feel with my two brothers. Maybe 'cause I'm bitter that I don't look like them or our parents at all. I mean, my features are a bit like mom were, according to dad, but it's been 9 years now, as painful as it is to admit, I don't remember mom so vividly anymore. One more reason for me to kill Lust-Rhae Evangeline Python, the Archangel Queen, that fucking bitch who killed mom after she killed her husband by self-fucking-defense after he attacked her. I mean, what did she expect? That the Dragon Queen would just watch Wrath-Grey Zade Cervenka try to kill dad and be fucking okay with it? Fuck no. They were mates after all. The Demon King brought that to himself, but that bitch couldn't handle it and came after mom when dad wasn't around and killed her. In front of me. And I am supposed to put up with her rebel twin kids, Pride-Niklaus and Vain-Dove? You really think that would be a good idea? I want to kill both of them before I kill her, just for her to taste how it feel to have a loved one being killed right on front of you as you watch it helplessly. ||| English is not my first language. It's original by me.

Do you once imagine a place where there's a high paying job but cheap prices of supplies and low bills of rent, water and electricity? Sitio De Villasarza is known because of it. Many people move here because they believe that there's a lot of advantages offered for their family and life. But what if this place has a hidden goal and this benefit is just a plain plan to lure people inside? The three youngsters, Yuki, Deiji and Michelle were living under the same roof in the girls dormitory. The three of them face a different and strange experience inside the Sitio De Villasarza together with Michelle's twin brother, Michael. And they soon met Glenn, classmate of Michael who offered them help and protection. They meet a lot of people and they also fight together as the number of their group keeps decreasing. Can they still be alive or they will be dead before help arrives?

Yamada naoto, a skilled member of a renowned yakuza family known as Tachimagumi was entrusted by his boss to take care of his daughter Tachima kanade who has big attitude, they began to live in a certain countryside since the all out war between Tachimagumi and the arch rival family of a Tachimagumi, Yuzurigumi has began but kanade has been troubled ever since they fled from her mansion, she started her school as a 1st year in middle school but what awaits her there was something even yamada didn't expected. The daughter of the arch rival family of Tachimagumi is also enrolled in the same school where kanade is enrolled, her name is Yuzuri Kyoko...

This is a poignant tale woven through the lives of the Kotin siblings set against the backdrop of 1980s Nigeria. The narrative explores themes of identity, societal expectations, and the complexities of familial love. Through a series of flashbacks and present-day revelations, This story encapsulates the enduring bond of family, the weight of unspoken truths, and the quest for acceptance in a world that often stigmatizes differences. The story culminates in a powerful exploration of resilience and the desire for a fresh start. As the story unfolds, The narrative shifts to 2018, where the surviving siblings confront their past and the societal norms that once dictated their lives, particularly through the lens of Martina's daughter, Tintina ( from Anchor), who faces her own struggles with identity.

"Developing the mind alone will leave you with all the answers with no means to accomplish them; developing the body alone will leave you with power and misguided purposes; developing both body and mind is the true path towards splitting the seas." Talent and money are the two key resources for cultivation. Chu Yunfan has neither. The elimination of poverty after the Catastrophe Era doesn't mean that there aren't any class differences; the rich will be rich and the poor will be poor. However, his fate takes an unexpected turn when he discovers the soul of the Alchemy Emperor from the Kunlun Realm preserved from beyond the death of his fleshly body. This marks the beginning of his journey towards the pinnacle of martials arts, while uncovering more secrets behind the Ancient Zenith civilization that gave rise to the era of cultivation on Earth.

Dawn Carter, a boy living what was considered a normal life, was met with an unusual circumstance that changed the course of everything he ever knew. In able to survive, he must adapt to his new reality, but it is not a simple task. Follow the story of Dawn Carter in his pursuit to uncover new mysteries planted in his life, and his epic tale of survival in a universe where nothing is guaranteed. I am using this story as an outlet to learn how to become better at writing, so please keep that in mind! Glass Sky is a completely original story created by me "killdawn" and is ongoing as well. I genuinely hope whoever reads my work enjoys it, thank you!

Centuries ago, a mysterious energy called "Mana" revolutionized society, but it led humans to face an unprecedented crisis: the "Great Fall". After centuries of intensive use of mana, flora and fauna mutated, becoming more powerful and intelligent. Confronted with this threat, humanity takes refuge in the bastions, the 21 fortresses, to survive. Humans also begin to mutate, developing greater physical and intellectual abilities, as well as special powers called "systems" and "stigmata". However, a scientist warns of an even more devastating imminent threat: insects, organized and cruel, will mutate in turn. To counter this imminent threat, humans begin to study the beasts and learn to cultivate Mana like them. Mana exercises are created to accelerate this process and copy some of the characteristics, but changing exercises is difficult and risky. As the world struggles for survival, Rin, a semi-awakened with the power to perceive everything around him, finds himself at the heart of this turmoil, determined to find his place in a world in chaos and to protect those he loves from the surrounding dangers. ***************************************** Participate in WSA 2024

In a world where ancient rulers known as Archons once wielded unimaginable power, a legendary figure named Aeonith falls in battle, sacrificing everything to protect his realm from chaos. The gods, hungry for destruction, believed they had extinguished his light forever. But fate has a twist. Aeonith is resurrected as Zaryth, a seemingly ordinary 16-year-old boy from a prestigious family entwined with darkness. With only fragmented memories of his past life, Zaryth struggles to navigate his new reality, where he is seen as "good for nothing" due to his small mana core. As he grapples with his identity, Zaryth learns of a devastating secret: his twin sister, Ruby, a gifted magician with unmatched potential, has vanished. Driven by a desperate need to uncover the truth and reunite with her, Zaryth embarks on a perilous journey filled with cryptic clues and dark forces that lurk in the shadows. But the path is fraught with challenges. As Zaryth confronts the remnants of his former life, he discovers that unlocking the Archon within him may be the key to his survival—and the salvation of the world. With every step he takes, the boundaries between dreams and reality begin to blur, and Zaryth finds himself caught in a web of intrigue that could unravel the very fabric of existence. Can he rise to the occasion and embrace his destiny, or will the darkness that once sought to destroy him consume him once more? The answers lie hidden in the whispers of the past and the mysteries of the future, waiting to be unveiled.

After living as a married couple over 18 years, Yumin got sick of his ‘never satisfied with him’ husband. He decided to get a divorce. Will he find a new love? (MC has a child)

In previous life, she was ignorant and naive. She was a "villain" owning a horrible reputation ever since childhood. She was framed by her friend, betrayed by her beloved, and ended up alone and died miserably. When she was reborn in the 1980s, she vowed to recognize the true nature of the people around her and work diligently. In this life, she would never let her younger sister die for her again. She will be an excellent female soldier, a pious daughter, and a qualified elder sister. Let's watch how she goes all in, saving her sister from great distress. She will turn the tide and lead her family through the reform and opening-up, striving for prosperity and a better life.

Natalie, who, lately, watched her boy growing up into a fine, handsome man, harvested certain feelings that she took shame in. Her infatuation for her son soon became obsessive and hard to control now that summer has arrived and Jack came back home for a prolonged break. One day, when her husband was out for work and she was minding her usual business in the kitchen, her eyes climbed up from the countertop to the window and stared at her son working in the front garden. ....Continue read.

Love Behind Glass Walls How does it feel to be in love but blocked by a glass wall? This is what happened to Alice, a sophomore high school student who attended an all-girls school. The school is right next to the boys' school and in a special corridor, the two schools are only separated by a glass wall. Feels close but is in fact far away. Alice, the student council president of the girls' school several times met Arthur, a 2nd year high school student next door who was also the student council president through this glass wall. The two of them only started as a polite smile but for a long time, love blossomed. From finding out about each other, having casual conversations using sign language, using each other's paper and pinned to a glass wall, to exchanging cell phone numbers– Everything is done behind a glass wall. But will their love last until the courtship phase when both schools strictly prohibit their students from dating? And meeting quietly outside of school is so hard, especially when the two of them live in the school's dormitory! Read the continuation of this high school boy's secret love only in 'Love Behind the Glass Wall'

After waking up from a coma induced by grave injuries by his father, Johnathan remembers his past life on earth. He also remembers that the world he currently lives in is no more than a mere slop novel, meant to entertain addicted readers and farm power stones. "... So, I'm destined to die, huh... Cruel fate.", he calmly muttered. "We'll see who kills whom...", he gritted his teeth and stared into the distant sky.

"Tapestry of Lives" is a rich narrative that follows the interconnected lives of several characters from different walks of life. Set against the backdrop of a bustling city, the story weaves together themes of love, loss, redemption, and the pursuit of dreams. Through a series of intertwined vignettes, the characters navigate through their individual challenges and triumphs, ultimately discovering the profound ways in which their lives intersect and influence one another. As their stories unfold, you are drawn into a captivating tapestry of human experience, where each thread contributes to the intricate and beautiful fabric of life.

Yi Heng is an immortal from the Qin Dynasty. He was one of the guardsmen of Qin Shi Huang. During the Qin dynasty, Heng is deeply in love with his wife, Yi Lin Rui Ling. Heng see Ling died in front of him due to old age. Heng vows to find Ling in her next lifetime. In between, he also have other relationships. As he witnessed all his lovers died, he become numbless towards love. His lovers, disciples and family members left one by one. During 1970s, he found a girl, wang Rui fen, resembling Ling and wearing his bracelet, he started following her. Later when he get to know her, he saw a red birth mark resembling the scar when Rui ling stabbed herself. He and fen again became a couple. At the end of fen life, she asked heng to bite her neck to leave a mark. She was only 25. She died due to an illness. Until 2020, Fen recairnate as Zi ling, a girl from Singapore who works in Nanjing. When heng met her again, she already have a boyfriend, Qin bao qiang. Qiang resembles an enemy of Heng. Actually Qiang was Heng best friend, Qin Shi Long, Qin emperor, third son. During the Qin dynasty, Long was fond of Heng, but Heng only treated him as a buddy. To make Heng suffer for his whole life, Long added the immortal pill to Heng wine, which caused Heng to become immortal. Long was also an inventor to turn back the immortal pill and he also studied on how to relieve qin emperor again. Heng accidentally knew about his secrets and even found out that he is Long next life!

A kingdom which was once plagued by demonic cults, and Suffered for it. They thought hunting them down would get rid of them, but the soldiers were to late. Now will the cults final will and testament be the end. Will it be demons or somthing else closer to home.

After the end of the great war, Nai is forced to leave his hometown in search of his own meaning only to find his fate intertwined with something greater than than himself.

The vast scale of our universe has lead us to believe that we must be alone. However, this isn't the case. Fane, a member of a highly advanced spacefaring civilization, is suddenly summoned to a medieval world, reminiscent of Old Earth's Dark Ages. On the surface, kingdoms wage endless wars, while beneath, a mysterious dungeon sprawls, its labyrinthine corridors constantly shifting like the gears of a clock. Yet, this world is not the only one drawn into the chaos. Two others have also been pulled into the fray, bringing with them powerful crystalline mages and ancient gods long thought forgotten. Now, Fane must fight to survive alongside native warriors and foreign entities alike, all while unraveling the cryptic mysteries of this strange and dangerous realm. Survival is only the beginning - deciphering the truth could change everything. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Hello! Thanks for checking out my work! I'm not the greatest author, but I plan to consistently update this project, even if I have to write significantly slower than what you typically find on this platform. (My apologies!) Below, you will find some key notes that might be nice to see before becoming invested. PACE: 1 ch/week For now, I plan to write roughly 1 chapter / week. However, this might change in the future as I acclimate to writing more frequently. (Or if this story randomly becomes very successful.) MONEY: At least first 50 ch FREE I know I just mentioned this story becoming "successful", which typically entails paying the author and bla bla bla. BUT! I like the idea of this just being my story with no hooks or lines for a while. I plan to make the greater first chunk of the story free. TRENDS: ~~Overpowered~~ Honestly, I hate the concept of things being "overpowered". It reminds me of the first time I hacked my favorite childhood videogame. (It sucked the fun out of it completely.) That being said, I want this story to involve genuine challenges that take effort or risk to overcome. GENRE: Action, Mystery I would like this story to focus primarily around Action and Mystery. There might be some mild things tossed into the fray like comedy and romance, but don't expect anything too raunchy. DISCORD: -not yet implemented- I may eventually start a discord for this story. It could make a good library for supporting lore or artwork, as well as a place for people to discuss their theories or leave feedback. For now, this discord doesn't yet exist, but I will update you here when/if that changes. OTHER STORIES: Paused A few of you may have known me from my previous stories. I know, you may be pretty bummed that I haven't updated either in a really long time. There were some pretty hefty flaws in those stories that I kind of beat myself up over. (I actually formed this story while trying to restructure the surface world for 'Reincarnated as a Haunted Machine'.) For now, this will be my only work, as the world I live in has become rather complicated in recent years. Perhaps at some point, I will return to my other works, but for the foreseeable future, this story will be my one true love.

“My God, you are so sweet, come on,open for me I need to taste you, all of you.You smell like wild lilies." Having a one night stand with Andrew Anderson had to be the greatest mistake and regret of Sophie's life. Her life turned upside down when in a fit of anger she rebelled against her strict father's tyranny and decided to do what she had always wanted:go clubbing and meeting boys with her best friend. After the clubbing, Sophie was too drunk to go home, she went further and slept with an unknown man. Two months later she was pregnant, thrown out of the family and banned from ever coming back.Where does she go from here when she had no idea of who she had slept with on that fateful day? Should she abort the pregnancy and go back to her family and forget everything? For Andrew Anderson, his life changed the minute he held the sweet stranger in his arms.He needed to see her again, but who was she? Since that day he had not been able to make love with another woman.What did she do to him and was there something about her he needed to know? He must find her but how can he find a girl whose face he did not see, but remembers only her scent like wild lilies? Unknown to them, Sophie can love only one man in her life because any man she willingly gives herself to from the heart becomes addicted to her and must stay by her or the man can never be whole again.Will they find each other or does fate have something else planned for them? Follow Andrew and Sophie on this remarkable journey, will they find each other?