You Feel A Strange Thirst As The Sun Sets

Nakagawa Haruki thought marriage would bring him happiness. He had been in love with Satomi since high school, and after years of struggling together, they finally built a stable life. But stability came with a price. Satomi was always busy. Work became her priority, and Haruki… was left behind. The warmth of their relationship faded, and intimacy became a distant memory. Nights felt colder, the bed emptier—even when she was right beside him. Loneliness gnawed at him. Then everything changed when Satomi’s family invited him to stay at their luxurious home. That was the first time he truly saw her mother. Kyouko. Beautiful. Elegant. Younger-looking than her own daughter. For the first time in years, Haruki felt something awaken inside him—something dangerous, something forbidden. Living under the same roof, two lonely souls crossed paths. As Haruki struggled with his emotions, one question lingered in his mind: What happens when the one who understands you most… is the one you should never desire?

"How did a perfectly fine magic world invested by ghosts?" Aya looked at the ghosts in front of her silently and raised her hand to cast a spell. She came to the past and wanted to change the tragedy written in the history books. But how did these ghosts come with her too? Ah, will she cause early destruction of the world? Uh... ... "Teacher, if I tell you that I didn't mean it, would you stop being angry?" Aya trembled when she looked at the man in front of her. She didn't meant to offend him! "Oh?" Her teacher looks back and smiled faintly. Did she think she could escape after provoking him? "Ah, ah, ah...." Aya swore that she didn't mean to provoke her young teacher. But it seemed that it was inevitable? QAQ

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Earth, thousands of years after the apocalypse. A boy with amnesia woke up in the middle of the Dregs, the worst part of Crimson Fungus City. The boy grows up and manages to become strong enough to pass an exam for one of the most prestigious jobs in existence, a Zephyx Extractor, someone that can harvest the powers of Specters. Zephyx Extractors have the power to travel kilometers in seconds, read minds, and destroy mountains. In this oppressive world, they are the only ones who can change their destiny. Sadly, the boy had already gained a power from a Specter in the past, which made him ineligible for the position. His dream was dead. Or was it? Join my Discord: https://discord.gg/EfePH46Aru If my patreon gets more than 1000€ per month, I will increase the word count of my chapters! Join my Patreon: patreon.com/user?u=27791050

In a world where humanity clings to survival on isolated islands beneath an imprisoned sun, Captain Duncan wakes on the infamous ghost ship, the Forsaken, without memories of his past. Feared by all as a legendary phantom, Duncan struggles to piece together his lost identity while sailing the supernatural seas. His crew? A talking wooden goat head and Alice, a mysterious cursed doll escaping those desperate to control dangerous beings known as "Anomalies." Pursued by powerful factions and haunted by whispers from the forbidden Deep Sea, Duncan and Alice journey across a fractured civilization, navigating crumbling city-states and secrets buried beneath ancient myths. As truths emerge about Duncan’s own origin and the devastating history of their broken world, he must decide: will he confront the darkness locked beyond the sun's chains, or let the hidden past consume everything he holds dear? His choice could mean salvation—or plunge reality itself into eternal shadow.

The Bad Setup Olivia Parker loves her independence—her career, her freedom to travel, and the life she’s built on her own terms. The last thing she wants is to be set up by her best friend, Haley. Meanwhile, Daniel, her fiancé, has been trying to do the same for his best friend, Grayson Steel. But every time they attempt to introduce Olivia and Grayson, something gets in the way. Neither knows what the other looks like—until fate steps in. When Olivia and Grayson meet by chance at a bar, their connection is instant, sparked by an impromptu game of darts. What starts as a random encounter soon feels like something more. But will they take the leap once they realize they were meant to meet all along? A slow-burn romance about fate, friendship, and love finding you when you least expect it.

Since it's creation,Japan has been haunted by demons. Beings made from the supernatural energy that arises from the negative emotions of living beings. But,a lone vagabond warrior has been killing demons to protect the people of this damned country and to get some money. This mysterious man with no known past is Taro Tsubasa. How did he come to be? Where did he get his powers? Find out as he does. Accompany him on his journey through Japan to figure out.

Aylin Lancaster is cunning, resilient, and determined to escape the shackles of her past. After her mate, the Alpha, publicly rejects her, Aylin's ties to the pack are severed, setting her on a path to discover the truth about her sister's mysterious disappearance. Her journey takes her deep into rogue territory, where she seeks assistance from the feared rogue king, Tsar. But Tsar is not your average rogue. A curse as old as the Lycans lurks beneath his cold, battle-worn exterior. Every full moon, he transforms into an unstoppable force of destruction, a beast beyond control. Her presence is the only thing that soothes his rage, a mystery that keeps them together even as the world hunts them down. As their bond grows, so do the dangers around them. Aylin's sister's disappearance was not an accident. She had discovered a forbidden truth: the legend of the Moonborn Kings, a line of rulers so powerful that history conspired to wipe them out.

"Your Highness, you are the Prince of Rome, the future heir to the Empire!" "Good! What year is it now?" "1444 years after the birth of Christ." "..."

“9th Class Low Grade Familiar.” He was shocked to find that he had summoned the weakest familiar that could be. Only when he saw the status, he couldn't help being more shocked. "Hypnosis? Why can no one else see this? What even is this skill?" ------------------------------------------------------------------- Come follow me on twitter: https://twitter.com/DXHaseoXD Discord: https://discord.gg/BGrNgsbXXG

At the entrance of the East Residential Area of Chuhua University, Gatekeeper Uncle received a phone call and, after pulling open the window, bellowed energetically towards the small grove not far away, "Heitan, your mom says it’s time to come home for dinner!" Whoosh— A black cat shot out from the dense underbrush on the other side of the small grove and sprinted towards a certain building, disappearing into the stairwell in the blink of an eye. Following it, one after another, cat heads popped up from beyond the underbrush. It was mealtime, and each cat was heading back to its own home, return to its own family's side... Some say cats are the only creatures in the world where the whole species is mad – what do you think? —————— The mind of a twenty-years-old man trapped in the body of the cat, challenges and adventures were just getting started!

Prince and Princesses, knights and magic, and a happy ever after. She heard of them, her mother used to read her stories when she was a little girl afterll. In her dreams, she dreamt of a knight, or a Prince that swept her off her feet and carried her to where life is nothing but rainbows and butterflies. But Ysabel is nothing but a commoner, so how can she find a Prince or a knight?

Her insolence provoked him, but her defiance captivated him, and her presence stirred something primal within him. “Don’t test me, Ember. I am your Alpha, and you will bow to me!” Thorne’s voice thundered. Her eyes burned with fearlessness, her cheeks flushed as she spat back, “Bow to you? I’d rather die!” Thorne’s wolf clawed for control, demanding he claim her. His fangs elongated as he stalked toward her, his hunger and fury colliding. “Don’t even think about it,” she hissed, bracing herself against the pull neither of them could deny.  Alpha’s Thirst for Ember follows Ember, a young wolf torn from her secluded pack and thrust into slavery on Alpha Thorne’s estate. Amidst treacherous power plays and the cunning Luna Serene, Ember unravels dark truths about her family’s connection to Thorne. But as a forbidden bond ignites between them, Ember must decide whether to challenge fate or succumb to it. One choice could shatter her world forever.

"God... I have lost everything. Please let me have my chance..." Daehan Airlangga, never imagined a world without her family. Fresh out of high school, she is forced to face a harsh reality—alone, with no one left by her side. But her world doesn’t end there. As a member of the Hunters, her profile catches the attention of a global organization—one that takes on missions only a few survive. But now, it’s not just her life at stake. Earth is on the brink of destruction. Igor’s Energy, a mysterious force, is slowly consuming the planet, erasing civilizations one by one. No one knows where it came from, and only god knows the solution. Yet the mist that shrouds the world hides something. Something that could be humanity’s last hope… or the beginning of its inevitable end. To fulfill her mother’s final wish, Daehan must step into the unknown, as she herself doesn't any . Inside the fog, something waits. Predators lurking. Secrets buried. And perhaps, the key to stop the annihilation. In the darkness, one thing is certain: Survive. Or disappear along with the world.

The start of the adventures of a strange Moon in an hostile universe. A Moon that was a vampiric young woman more than willing to kill and grow to secure her own and those around her's ability to thrive in it. Chapters in advance on Patreon and being crossposted on ao3 and in the future on Royal Road. proof of ownership: (https://www.royalroad.com/profile/478453/fictions)

Lock city, a city located in Advran beaming with the occasional splashes of blood in homes for decades and the culprits never found. Bonnie, Luis and Leah, an unlikely trio have noticed the crimes have a certain pattern, leading them to the belief that the culprits have a connection. A sinister play is at hand and they don't know how long it will be, for the entire country to fully be drenched in blood of its own people. Bonnie and Luis have to work through this while navigating feelings and secrets that have been kept under wrap for years, maybe this is a chance for the pair to finally open up.

The two men couldn't have looked more out of place on the cold afternoon streets of New Hadepee. The first was a scrawny fellow, no taller than five foot eight, wearing a white shirt marred with ugly reddish-brown stains and a pair of plain tan pants. His companion, by contrast, carried himself with an air of quiet authority—a regal-looking man with a neatly trimmed black beard, wrapped in a great black coat with a red scarf pulled snug around his neck. "I heard the man himself has come back," the one in the stained shirt said, carefully balancing on the curb with his arms outstretched. "Oh? And where did you hear that?" his companion asked, turning his head with amusement to watch the precarious balancing act. "Welp, the sergeant major told me to go down to Olker, so I figured that could only mean he's back," the man in the white shirt replied. "Vistor has close cultural and political ties with the kingdom of Olker. Don't you think it's just a protection job?" the older man in black inquired, a hint of humor in his voice. "Oh, come on, Mang, you know they'd never give someone like me a protection job," the man in the white shirt scoffed, jumping off the curb and spinning around a lamppost. The older man—now known as Mang—came to a halt, reaching into his coat and pulling out an envelope. "Well, Tai, I suppose you're wrong." Mang handed the envelope to him. Tai peeled open the envelope, sliding out the letter and studying it carefully. "Oh wow, so Marlin is marrying the queen of those people?" he asked with a shrug. "She is not a queen. Don't let anyone call her that," Mang snapped. "And if her people weren't so damn difficult, we would have annexed them already." "So we let them succeed but not Gascon? Whose idea was that? They're more like us than those humans are," Tai said, frowning. "Gascon was willing to sell to the Emperor for a small chunk of change," Mang quipped. "The Noctrous family was not." "Ok so what's that matter, all we need is a little persuasion to change their minds? We killed the chief of Gnomandale and sent his stuffed head back to them, then they sold Gnomendale to us. All we need to do to get Olker is beat the hell out of Sylvie and she will sell." Tai folds the letter and places it back into the envelope. "Tai, the people of Vistor don't have the heart to see us beat up the Eladrin people like we did the Gnomes, and plus their Chief tramp Silvye is much too pretty for us to put her head on a stick."  "Welp, it's our loss," Tai muttered, spitting onto the sidewalk. "No, it's not. Not if Chester is back…" Tai frowned. "What's Chester gonna do?" "Last I recall, his fallout with Sylvie wasn't just a petty disagreement. Before he died, he built a fleet of ships and hid them in a cove somewhere. If he wanted revenge, all he'd need is an army." "And who the hell would fight for him?" "The same people who fight for us—the poor." This is a prequel to Then Maker, another story of mine. The writing may feel somewhat outdated compared to my more recent work, but it consists of a series of scenes that occur before the main events of the novel. The description is one of my most recent pieces, which is why it differs in style from the rest of the book.

James, a brilliant mechanical engineer and passionate history enthusiast, loses his life in a tragic house fire—only to find himself in a mysterious world as the ruler of an island nation. Armed with his modern knowledge and unwavering ambition, James embarks on a bold mission to industrialize his kingdom and build an empire on which the sun never sets.

Issac, a teenager living a pretty average life, meets a mysterious and strange girl in a café. After his encounter with her, his life takes a turn—whether for better or worse. It’s a rather strange tale.

A different short story for each person in the chapter. A person who can't express their feelings about something they don't wanted to say. Such as regret, guilt, and so much more. This story may or may not represent to someone. Nevertheless, please enjoy the story.

In a world where ancient Malay martial arts intertwine with mystical forces, Aina Batrisya, a teenage girl of mixed Malay-Chinese descent, discovers an extraordinary gift—she can perceive the Aura of Semangat Energy. Born with only one functioning eye, she is fated to wield a power that ebbs and flows with the cycles of the moon. When a powerful artifact, the Gendang Pahang, is stolen from the National Museum, Aina is thrust into a hidden war between the Persatuan Gerhana, a ruthless syndicate stealing mystical relics, and the Orang Bunian, enigmatic forest guardians. At the heart of this conflict stands Rahim Tempurung, a deranged archaeologist turned warlord, seeking to resurrect the lost kingdom of Gangga Negara using forbidden magic. Guided by the mysterious Tok Rimau, a hermit warrior who holds the secrets of forgotten silat techniques, Aina embarks on a perilous journey through both the physical and spiritual realms of Malaysia. From the misty peaks of Gunung Ledang to the ruins of Kota Gelanggi, she must master the Seven Forms of Semangat Energy—Earth, Water, Fire, Wind, Roots, Stars, and Dreams—to reclaim her lineage and prevent a catastrophic war. But as betrayal lurks among her closest allies and hidden truths about her ancestry unravel, Aina faces the ultimate question—will she embrace her destiny as the Pendekar Matahari Senja, or will she be consumed by the very power she seeks to control? With Kerambit Bulan, a sentient crescent-shaped dagger, and the legendary Selendang Sari Nabawi, a sacred cloth woven with the resilience of ancient warriors, Aina must stand against dark forces that threaten not just her homeland, but the balance between the mortal and spirit realms. A story of war, heritage, and self-discovery—The Twilight Sun Warrior is an epic fantasy that blends the elegance of traditional Malay silat with the wonder of mythical realms.

Binigyan si Syven ng pangalawang pagkakataon upang itama ang kanyang pagkakamali sa taong tinalikuran at inabandona niya. Ipinangako ni Syven na ibabalik niya ang buhay na ninakaw niya mula dito kahit kapalit ang buhay niya. Iyon ang pangako niya kaya bakit nahihirapan siyang isuko ang sarili sa taong ito? Ilang malalalim na gabi ang kailangan niyang ilaan upang makuntento ito?! Nanginginig ang katawang bumangon si Syven sa mahigpit na pagkakayakap nito sa kanya. Subalit muling pumulupot ang kamay nito sa tiyan niya upang ibalik siya sa kama at ibabad sa nakakalunod na halik...

The sky wept in crimson. A deep, unnatural red bled across the heavens, drowning Velmoria’s golden sunrise in an eerie, suffocating glow. The air was thick with an unshakable stillness, as if the world itself held its breath. Crowds gathered in the city streets, heads tilted upward in fearful awe at the sight of the blood-red eclipse—a celestial event unseen in Velmoria’s long history. In the heart of the empire, within the grand halls of the Imperial Palace, the echoes of a woman’s anguished cries shattered the silence. The Empress was in labor. Nobles and servants alike stood frozen in the corridors, their hands clenched in prayer, their faces pale with worry. For hours, her screams had filled the palace, each one weaker than the last. The royal physicians worked desperately, but the Empress—Velmoria’s radiant star, beloved by all—was fading. And then, silence. The heavy stillness that followed was more terrifying than her screams. A single cry pierced the air—the wail of a newborn. The moment the child took his first breath, the doors to the birthing chamber burst open, and a cloaked figure stumbled forward—an old seer, his eyes wide with horror. He raised a trembling hand toward the heavens, his voice cracking like brittle parchment. "The sun has bled to mark his birth!" he cried. "He will be the harbinger of ruin—the flames that will consume Velmoria!" His voice carried through the halls, past the nobles, past the gathered guards—out into the city, where the terrified people turned their eyes away from the red eclipse and toward the palace. A prince had been born. A cursed prince.

Arriving in a strange world, Xavier realizes he's born into a family of hunters: Humans who hunt demons, cursed spirits, and various supernatural creatures. Xavier also comes to a realization that apart from espers- humans who awaken their attributes. They are Arcanists- humans who by going through the Arcane Ascension make use of the power of belief- Arcana, to manifest their wills onto the physical world. Not only that, but Transcenders- humans who consume divinity potions at the risk of losing their sanity also exist. ...And with the resurgence of the pathways. Xavier and his brother, Klaus are born into the Dark Era... an era also known as the Golden Age. Now both armed with a system each. The brothers must do everything in their prowess to put an end to the resurgence of the various evil gods and lunatics that endanger the lives of the normal citizens of the society. Churches of Gods, Prophets, evil gods, seers, oracles, and even angels of the lord can be both allies and enemies in this legendary tale that delves into the peak of mystery, fantasy, mysticism, and Lovecraftian horror!

Wondering where this life will take her, she embraced her destiny for duty and honor. Life is short and unpredictable, things will never go the way you want them too. Sometimes you become part of bigger plans. Shakti Shah has just realized she is not the daughter Colonel Shah and his wife, as if it would not be shocking enough now she has been declared the Princess Royal of Kaivalya kingdom. Raised in a military family with patriotic morals and bound to the royal family by birth she is ready to face the tides of politics, war and marriages to do whatever it takes to safeguard her two families and the people of her nation. Even marrying into the powerful Nirvana empire and signing her life and dreams away. The trouble is her to-be-husband, who is notorious for his iron rule and unbending ruthlessness in securing what he wants. But as the fate would have it, the bridegroom's party has their own matters to handle. A last minute decision in the Nirvanian delegation can change Shakti's destiny, and her husband. What has Fate written in her cards?