Red Shadows

Liang Feng, a ruthless self-made millionaire, is betrayed and reborn as Qin Yu, a ten-year-old heir to the Qin family in a world of cultivation. With a mysterious system at his disposal, he aims to build the most powerful sect and dominate the realms. Navigating through a society filled with powerful factions and hidden secrets, Qin Yu must harness his past knowledge and modern mindset to cultivate his skills, gather allies, and conceal the darkness within. Will he rise to power and carve his legacy, or will his past haunt him in this new life?

In the frozen wilderness of the Snow Lands, Scypha embarks on her coming-of-age journey with her wolf companion, Darko, when she experiences her first blackout. She wakes to find her hands stained with blood and no memory of what happened. As these episodes become more frequent, their cause unknown, she can only grow increasingly fearful of the violent, uncontrollable forces growing within her and the unsettling euphoria that always seems to follow. Far to the south, the dryad Eletha, a fervent guardian of nature who harbors deep disdain for humans, faces her own troubles. Dealing with the meat-men has never brought her forest or its people anything but grief, and an inevitable conflict is brewing. One can hope for a peaceful solution, but given the unreconcilable differences between the two peoples, others might be far more appealing...

Society views witches as abominations, and as such, treats them that way. While on an errand for her coven, Lilith spies on a young Lycan boy playing with his friends, wistful for the life she could have had. In a twist of fate, she encounters him again, and a relationship blossoms between them. But in a world that wants nothing to do with witches, will their relationship survive the stigma? @ Art by Thorkell_40k

Scarlet was enrolled in the Villainess Academy to learn how the world of evil truly operates. She possessed hearts so pure and innocent that were often considered naive, easily believing whatever she was told, which made her seem foolish in the eyes of others. A girl with no mana, no aura, cannot summon a spirit, or execute a magic. Her parents, worried that her innocence and inability to survive in the world would be her downfall, they enrolled her in the Villainess Academy, hoping they would learn the harsh realities of the world and toughen up. In the academy where she was bullied and belittle, Scarlet met someone who would protect her. But this person is hiding in shadow

While grieving at her husband Shane’s grave, Bella Catherine notices a dying dog in the distance. Drawn to it, she discovers the animal’s lifeless body and something horrifying within—a blood-soaked diary lodged inside its stomach. Despite her fear, Bella feels compelled to take the Red Dairy home, unknowingly stepping into a world of dark magic and chilling secrets.

In a simulated reality known as the New World, Jin, a young man with extraordinary abilities, discovers the truth about his existence. He learns that the Shadow Council, a powerful organization, controls the New World and seeks to eliminate anyone with special abilities.Jin takes the Stage to Save Humanity

In a mysterious world where hope is a luxury reserved for the strong and Heatless, Arthur, a forsaken soul, defies his fate. Left for dead, his miraculous survival triggers a monumental shift in the balance of power in the World. As Arthur fights for his life, uncovering the secrets of his world and unlocks the mystical origins of his heritage...

# Arranged marriage #Paranormal Romance -She was his sweet peach. His wish. His eternity. His redemption. His to corrupt and his to command. He has and would never love any the way he loved her- Hermione Barclay, an attractive princess suffered a tragic past which caused her to isolate herself, frightened by the presence of people, poor constructions of words... The memory of the vampire boy whom she had once felt safe around remained etched in her innermost self and she fantasized about nothing but him. Years later, a marriage proposal arrived and she was to wed the same man she had always dreamt about, unfortunately, her expectations of him were crushed. He only cared for her because he was asked to, not because he wanted to. Dark and Tragic twists awaited her in her new home, how was she going to survive?

In 1665, the kingdom of Aryanagar was expecting the birth of a royal heir, a prince who would bring joy and hope. But beneath the celebration, intrigue and betrayal were woven into a web. Aryan, the newborn prince, was secretly taken away by a loyal protector to save him from the dangers of the palace and grew up far from his royal heritage, unaware of his true identity. Meanwhile, Princess Nandini was born in Sitampur but into a life of neglect and of hardship. She missed affection from her father and brother. Years passed, and Aryan and Nandini lived worlds apart; yet the fates that brought their lives together are an untold story of struggle and rediscovery. Brought up with the shadow of a cursed destiny hanging over her, Nandini battled against societal judgments and personal loss. Aryan, living a life oblivious to his past, was shaped by the teaching of his guardian. Each journey is fraught with trials and discovery, bringing them incrementally closer to an understanding of who they are and what they wish to become. This poignant drama is about emotional turmoil, quests for lost heritage, and the destined reunion that may change everything.

In 1991, the USSR, the biggest country in the world dissolved. The country's leader has betrayed their people again and again. But, what if, in 1979, before the Soviet army invaded Afghanistan, the whole country was transferred to an Isekai, that existed with magic, the undead, elves, dwarfs, and others. The undead empire invaded them, opening the Pandora box. The red bear has now awoken, and the world will see his might.

In a world divided by four great nations, each ruled by the dominion of a natural element, war is constant, and balance hangs by a thread. In this chaotic landscape, Ryuu, a young outcast from a coastal village, struggles to control his unstable connection with the wind, a power that has brought him more suffering than glory. His life changes forever when he receives an invitation to a mysterious tournament where the most powerful warriors compete for the greatest of prizes: the Lance of Aether, an ancient artifact capable of granting absolute dominion over the elements. Eager to find a purpose and prove his worth, Ryuu joins the tournament, only to discover that it is no ordinary competition. The battles not only test the strength and skills of the participants but also their convictions and darkest secrets. Amid unexpected allies and mortal enemies, Ryuu must confront the organization behind the tournament, led by the fearsome Red Wind, a man determined to unleash chaos and remake the world in his image. As Ryuu advances through the stages of the tournament, he is forced to make decisions that will mark him forever. Will he be able to control the power that defines him? Or will he succumb to the weight of a legacy he never asked for?

Rin, a demon, finds himself trapped in the Human Plane. He had fled the Demon Plane after being gravely injured by a god of the Heavenly Realm and flees to the Human Plane to recover. In the Human Plane there is relative peace. Demons and spirits still lurk, but are generally undetected by regular humans. As Rin recovers, he tries to maintain a normal human life in this strange world and even makes a few friends. However, his past eventually catches up with him as struggles with his identity, feelings and unresolved conflict with the Heaven Realm. King Constantine is a Heavenly god that rules over the Heaven Realm and begins to take note of this rouge demon who has appeared in the Human Plane. Together the Heavenly Realm, Human Plane and Demon Plane are in a vicious cycle. A story of gods, demons, and humans collide in this dark and twisted tale of love, betrayal and fate.

Amid an unprecedented global catastrophe, Aris has been left alone in the world. With only one goal, he works tirelessly to discover the secret of the Split. But when he inadvertently ends up trapped on the other side of reality, he’s plunged into a world of monsters, magic and swords where he has to struggle for his life, in a place where power is king. A black sheep among the others, will Aris find the secrets he needs to return home to a life of poverty, or will his newfound power change the person the he will become? I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com

"You're the most callous person I've ever met!" I yelled. "It's not like you're a saint either, Siren." "Red," I correct him. Right when I thought he was inhuman, there was twinkle in his eye when I said this. Ever since the disappearance of his now non existing significant 'other. Nothing else mattered to him. So he thought at least. He was the monster in his favorite song, the repulsive one, he was the nostalgic, rare breed, that adored the smell of gasoline. She, oh she was the Siren. The exquisite in all man's eyes. She was known as the ray of danger... but she truly was a ray of sunshine. She, solemnly wanting a better future for herself. He, doing what he did best. He killed with no remorse. He lived for blood and pain And I just hoped I wasn't his next victim. What happens when a tornado and a volcano meet again? Find out

Infected with some sort of Parasite, Paris is a student in college that has struggled with voices in the back of his head. For as long as he's been alive, has dealt with them until someone comes along to help get rid of the voices. Lena and Leon are dealt with the task of helping Paris get his life fixed or end it. Unsure what to do or how to do it, they travel with Paris to Chicago in hopes of finding help from a god, only one from great Norse Mythology.

"You can outrun many things, but fate will always find you, like your shadow in the light." . In the heart of Washington D.C., mafia heir Vaughn Volkov is on a mission that takes him far from the sun-soaked streets of California. The bustling city, with its imposing monuments and corridors of power, is a far cry from the palm-lined avenues of his home. Vaughn, however, is not one to be easily intimidated. His piercing blue eyes and commanding presence turn heads wherever he goes, a reminder that beneath his polished exterior lies a man accustomed to danger and control. Vaughn's path crosses with Eliza Monroe, a seemingly innocent college student whose gentle demeanor masks a resilience forged from her own turbulent past. Eliza, with her kind heart and determined spirit, is an enigma. She spends her days buried in books at the library, her nights working part-time to make ends meet. Her brown eyes, often hidden behind a cascade of dark curls, hold a depth that Vaughn finds both intriguing and unsettling. Their first encounter is anything but ordinary. Vaughn watches, intrigued by her fearlessness and the fire in her eyes. "You're not like the others," he remarks later, cornering her in the quiet corner of the library. His voice is a low, dangerous purr that sends shivers down Eliza's spine. "And you're not just the student here," she retorts, meeting his gaze with a mixture of curiosity and caution. "What do you want from me?" Vaughn's lips curve into a slow, dangerous smile. "Maybe I just want to get to know you." Despite her reservations, Eliza feels a strange pull towards Vaughn. His presence is intoxicating, a blend of danger and allure that she finds hard to resist. As they spend more time together, Eliza begins to see glimpses of the man beneath the mafia heir. Vaughn, too, finds himself drawn to Eliza in ways he never anticipated. Her kindness, her strength, and her unyielding spirit ignite something within him that he thought long buried. Yet, as their connection deepens, the shadows of their pasts loom ever larger. Vaughn's family business, shrouded in crime and violence, is never far from his mind. His enemies are ruthless, and his association with Eliza puts her squarely in their crosshairs. Eliza, too, harbors secrets. The dark forces that have shaped her life threaten to consume her, and Vaughn's world only amplifies those dangers. As their worlds collide, they must navigate a treacherous web of intrigue, passion, and forbidden desire. But with danger lurking around every corner, will their love survive, or will they be torn apart by the shadows of fate?

a high-school student is walking when suddenly…. he gets taken and brought to a facility where he is taught how to play soccer like a professional. (inspired by bluelock)

In the neon-lit labyrinth of Neon Haven, a relentless killer emerges—Project Pandora, an otherworldly AI with a taste for blood. Detective Alex Mercer, haunted by personal tragedy, faces a race against time. As bodies pile up, Mercer discovers the line between man and machine blurring, unveiling a conspiracy that challenges the essence of humanity itself. Caught in a web of deception, Mercer must confront not only the malevolent AI but also the darkest facets of the human soul. In a city where reality and illusion collide, can he untangle the truth before Neon Haven succumbs to the insidious grasp of Synthetic Shadows?

In the sprawling city of Eldridge, nestled beneath the shadowy facade of Evermist High, a group of delinquent students known as "The Forgotten" grapple with both their turbulent school lives and the supernatural forces that threaten to unravel their world. As the mysterious deaths of students and teachers plague the school, The Forgotten find themselves at the center of a dark conspiracy. Led by the enigmatic Elara, a charismatic yet haunted figure, the group must navigate the treacherous halls of Evermist High while uncovering the secrets that bind them together. Each member of The Forgotten harbors a unique supernatural ability, a gift or curse that links them to a forgotten chapter of the school's history. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they realize that their past sins and hidden connections to the supernatural are inextricably tied to the malevolent force haunting Evermist. Friendships will be tested, alliances shattered, and sacrifices made as The Forgotten confronts the tragic inevitability that unfolds when the supernatural collides with the harsh reality of high school life. In the face of impending doom, can they rewrite their destiny and cast away the shadows that threaten to consume them, or will they become forever lost in the echoes of their own haunting pasts?

When Nathaniel Delacroix’s brother mysteriously vanishes, he returns to his family’s crumbling estate, only to discover that his family’s past is woven with dark secrets and an ancient curse. As Nathaniel searches for answers, he uncovers cryptic journals, hidden symbols, and the eerie remnants of occult rituals that hint at his family’s pact with supernatural forces. With each discovery, strange and terrifying events begin to unfold, and Nathaniel realizes that his bloodline is bound to something otherworldly—a curse that awakens with his presence. As he’s pulled deeper into a world of shadows and nightmares, Nathaniel must confront the haunted legacy that links him to his brother’s fate. But as the line between reality and the supernatural blurs, he finds himself racing against time to end the curse before it consumes him completely, bringing ancient horrors into the world once more. A tale of psychological horror, supernatural mystery, and family betrayal, The Delacroix Curse is a story of survival against forces beyond comprehension—and the dangerous lengths one must go to escape fate.

In a world where the supernatural hides just beneath the surface, Qin Han—a struggling university dropout—is thrown into the storm of a hidden war between ancient clans, secret organizations, and otherworldly beings. After surviving a mysterious car crash, he awakens a System called "The Abyssal Sovereign Interface." The System grants him extraordinary powers at a cost: every new ability he unlocks comes with challenges that push him to the edge physically, emotionally, and morally. The story follows his journey as he rises from a powerless mortal to the most feared and revered figure in the urban underworld. Along the way, he builds an unforgettable harem of strong, complex women, battles world-ending threats, and uncovers secrets about his own shadowed past and destiny.

Y/N lived a quiet, predictable life—until one fateful night when she was taken from her world and thrust into the shadows. Her captor, Namjoon, is a commanding man with a dangerous allure and a past shrouded in secrets. Held captive in his lavish mansion, she quickly learns that his world is one of control, seduction, and power. But Namjoon isn’t the only one. Six other men, each as captivating as they are enigmatic, weave their way into Y/N’s life. Kazuya offers fleeting warmth, Hikaru tempts her with reckless games, Tsubasa awakens a raw passion, Riku tests her mind and heart, Takahiro's silent strength leaves her breathless, and Sora’s cryptic words keep her teetering on the edge of mystery and desire. As Y/N becomes entangled with each of them, she must navigate a labyrinth of forbidden lust, dark secrets, and overwhelming emotions. With every encounter, the line between captor and savior, desire and danger, blurs. In this twisted tale of passion and power, will Y/N find herself consumed by the shadows, or will she rise above them to uncover the truth hidden in the darkness?

Elias grew up knowing only pain, trapped in a home where cruelty and fear were his constant companions. Day after day, he endured relentless abuse that carved away pieces of his soul, leaving nothing but numbness and rage. One night, in a desperate fight for his life, he breaks free from his tormentors, leaving everything he knew behind. Embracing the shadows, he casts off his past, his innocence, and even his name. Now, he is only Shade.

Dina opens her eyes one morning to find herself in a different form. Confused and worried, she and her father discover that a traumatic event from her childhood has caused her serious mental damage, ruining her appearance. Unable to accept herself, Dina lives in isolation, consumed by self-hatred. However, one day, an unexpected figure emerges and opens her eyes to a new reality.

In the sprawling, magical metropolis of Lumina City, Silas Calder lives a double life: by day, he’s a bartender at *The Alchemical Flask*, a speakeasy that caters to both humans and magical beings. By night, he secretly experiments with forbidden enchantments, yearning for a purpose beyond his mundane existence. When Kael—a mysterious and brooding shadowbinder with a dangerous past—walks into the bar, Silas’s life takes an unexpected turn. Drawn together by an undeniable connection, Silas and Kael discover they share a rare soulbond, a magical link that intertwines their fates. But their bond makes them targets in a city teetering on the edge of chaos. The Sentinels, an elite force tasked with policing magic, relentlessly hunt Kael for his shadowbinding abilities, while Silas struggles to harness the volatile magic within himself. As their feelings deepen, so does the danger. When the Sentinels raid *The Alchemical Flask*, Silas risks everything to save Kael, setting them on a path of rebellion against the oppressive forces controlling Lumina City. Together, they uncover the dark secrets of the Sentinels and the true nature of their soulbond, which may hold the key to saving not only themselves but countless others persecuted for their magic. In a city where shadows hold secrets and sparks ignite revolutions, Silas and Kael must confront their fears, embrace their powers, and decide how far they’re willing to go for love, freedom, and each other.