Mirror Temple Celeste

[not a LitRPG / isekai / cultivation.] [Espionage / Slowburn / A very human story] SYNOPSIS: A child rotting on the streets was suddenly dragged into the black car of one of the many conglomerates that rule the world from the shadows. Through golden flames and swathes of blood, he was trained and experimented on to become the perfect weapon. In this ever-changing world of conspiracy and technological marvels, Test Subject 201, now called Felix, navigates the world as the experiment's sole survivor, standing as the foundation for humanity's next step in evolution.  Armed with his gun, newfound abilities, and a memento he holds dearly, he marches through the steep path of darkness and deceit, and faces off against mafia, mercenaries, and countless criminals and corporations, to enact the organization's mantra to "protect the peace.".

Sarah Taylor, Maya Cadigan and Lillian Snow. Three average young women with an inseparable bond, ready to tackle their first year at college. It’s set to be an unremarkable experience… but things take a turn for the incredible when a mysterious fugitive from another dimension comes crashing into their lives, introducing them to a wondrous world beyond the depths of imagination. The Phantasm, where every story, world and idea throughout human history becomes reality… (Content Warning: Mild depictions of transphobia, body horror, language, some mild gore and depictions of undiagnosed mental health conditions without proper explanation, therapy or treatment. Readers with depression, borderline personality disorder, gender dysphoria and internalised transphobia may find some scenes distressing.)

Bored in class, Ivaim suddenly transmigrates into a world plagued with Fractured Realities. A century ago, Reality Masters suddenly arrived— bringing a wave of terror over the planet. Just as the people despaired, they began to discover "Threshold Items" which allowed them to enter the domains of these Reality Masters. They had two options starting from there : One, to become a Reality Walker— a person marked and blessed by a Reality Master, fighting by their side in order to defend against other Reality Masters. Or to become a Reality Ruiner— A person who kills Reality Masters, directly consuming and taking over the powers that they posses! However, to Ivaim, he seemed to have taken on a different path. As he looked towards his own body, he sighed as he realized that he was neither a Reality Walker, or a Reality Ruiner. —He had somehow become a Reality Master.

The Apocalypse is in full swing. Defiled - powerful creatures corrupted by the Great Collision - prowled the lands in search of prey. Unfortunately for them, the human race had long since retreated behind the secure walls of the Sanctuary of Everlast. During one of his regular excursions outside the Sanctuary, Alden is separated from Celeste. - his childhood friend and crush. In that moment, he came to regret never summoning the courage to confess. Somehow managing to survive thanks to some trickery, Alden awakens as a mage. Instead of receiving a normal power, he gains the ability to decay. What's more, during his ascension, he received a vision from his future self advising him not to trust the Asterons - celestial beings who had saved his race from inescapable doom. Normally... such a revelation wouldn’t faze Alden. However, there was only one major problem with the declaration, though. Celeste was bound with an Asteron. And not just any normal Asteron... She had made a pact with one of the Divine Sovereigns. ________ Cover is not mine. I found it on Pinterest.

After stumbling upon an abandoned Taoist temple, he unexpectedly acquired an outdoor live streaming system. Embracing the opportunity, he began live broadcasts where he picked lingzhi, trained falcons, and showcased his daily life. Little did he know that the entire world was watching him. When he joined the show Life to Live, the audience exclaimed, "Is this streamer cultivating immortality?" Participating in Follow Master Bay on an Adventure, fans commented, "This isn't an adventure—it's a vacation!" Later, a reporter interviewed him and asked, "Your fans claim you know martial arts. Is that true?" "I don’t know any martial arts," he replied, as a red bird flew overhead. In the next moment, he leaped gracefully from a platform more than ten meters high... THIS IS A TRANSLATION Read 20+ chapters ahead: pat reon. com/Siuteo

In an age where magic once flourished, its mysterious disappearance has left the world in a state of wonder and despair. The prevailing theory suggests that the Almighty intervened, either by directly removing magic or by preventing its use. This act has ignited a conflict between the people, who yearn for the return of magic, and the gods, who resent the Almighty's interference and seek to overthrow him to reclaim their magical powers.

When the mirror appears, it's said that the mind has reached its breaking point. For Ryo Kobayashi, a teenager consumed by the darkness of his own world, the mirror's emergence is both a curse and a catalyst. Alongside seven other individuals, each with their own demons and despair, Ryo is drawn into the mirror's abyss and transported to a realm both mysterious and terrifying. The eight strangers must navigate this eerie landscape, confronting life-threatening challenges that push their sanity and resolve to the limit. As they struggle to survive, they begin to unravel the secrets of this twisted world and the true purpose of the mirror. Will they be able to overcome their inner turmoil and work together to escape, or will they succumb to the horrors that surround them?

Roy Stavros Williams has never fought a monster, but his power might be the one to tip the odds in humanity’s favour. Humanity is on the edge of extinction, as dungeons multiply faster than ascendants can clear them. The Elite Academy scrambles to train the next generation of heroes to stand against the nightmarish creatures. Roy always dreamed of becoming a hero like his father, but with the seemingly insignificant gift of [Memorization], he believed his destiny was confined to books and study. All that changes on his eighteenth birthday when a mysterious gift from his long-lost father thrusts him into the dangerous life of an ascendant. As it turns out, his true legacy wasn't just for studying, but the power to learn all the mysteries of the awakened world.

Alaire, an ordinary 17-year-old boy who lives with his grandma, gets a mirror and finds himself in a different world where he experiences all sorts of things and finds out information that was kept a secret from him for years alongside his feathered companion Hewie and others.

Selene, a dedicated scholar of ancient civilizations, lives a life steeped in the study of forgotten histories. Her days are spent lecturing, researching, and immersing herself in texts that others often overlook. But everything changes when she stumbles upon an obscure article about the ancient ruins of Veyrath—a place long thought to be little more than a legend. What catches her attention is not just its ancient mystery, but the unsettling fact that it has been completely ignored by historians and archaeologists alike. Compelled by an inexplicable force, Selene sets out to uncover the truth behind the abandoned temple. As she explores its crumbling walls, she discovers a hidden relic that awakens something deep within the temple—a power she never knew existed. The ground trembles, the walls shift, and something ancient stirs beneath the earth, determined to reclaim what was once lost…

Arianna Rosviel, survives a violent attack at the Temple of Hirako with the help of a mysterious savior. Returning home, she faces emotional wounds and family tensions as her sister Astra, a city guard captain, investigates the attack. Clues hint at a powerful artifact tied to the temple, while enigmatic figures like knight in black and a demon loom in the shadows. Amid danger and mystery, Ari and her family navigate trauma and unravel secrets, united by resilience and the bonds of family.

Born of the Demon King of Ruin’s bloodline, Lucian’s life is a constant battle for survival. Haunted by a second personality born from pain, he struggles against enemies both within and around him. When he meets Celeste Morven, his world spirals into danger, betrayal, and horrors beyond imagination. Double Edged is Lucian’s journey through a cursed legacy, inner demons, and the question: Is the real enemy the world or himself? https://discord.gg/c6B8xQDSGP

----- Updates: 3-4 times a week, 1-5 chapters per update, at 3:00 PM UTC. Each chapter: 1,000-2,000+ words. ----- This story leans into the warmth of slice-of-life fantasy with a touch of survival, offering a relaxing escape for those looking for a break from emotionally heavy tales. Reborn into a magical world full of wonders, a girl is given a second chance at life—this time, without the weight of big responsibilities. Gifted with the extraordinary power of [Creation Magic] and driven by an endless curiosity, she sets out to explore everything this new world has to offer. From meeting quirky companions and uncovering ancient secrets to stumbling upon lost ruins and enjoying the simple joys of life, her journey is anything but ordinary. Every new encounter brings surprises, laughter, and sometimes a bit of trouble, but she takes it all in stride. Amid the excitement, she carries a heartfelt dream: to find a place she and her companions can call home—a cozy haven to return to after every adventure, a place that’s truly theirs. With magic at her fingertips, a sense of wonder in her heart, and her trusty companions by her side, she dives headfirst into the unknown. What secrets will she discover? What challenges will she face? And will she finally find the home she’s been searching for? A warm and whimsical tale of magic, adventure, and belonging awaits! The Wandering Witch Celeste (放浪の魔女セレステ / Hōrō no Majo Celeste) (떠도는 마녀 셀레스트 / Tteodoneun Manyeo Celeste) (流浪的女巫赛莱斯特 / Liúlàng de Nǚwū Celeste)

She was made a villainess and died in the guillotine while staring back at the only man she loves holding the woman who made her appear wicked, hiding a victorious smile behind her weakened facade. "If there's a world parallel to us like I always believed, I prayed that she won't love you like I do. Loving you wasn't a mistake. But chasing you until there's nothing left of me, was." Her last thought before she died. And when she thought it was over, she woke up to a different world, where magic, monsters, and knights were only a work of fiction. Bewildered, she saw a scattered drafts of papers beneath her bed just to be even more surprised upon reading the exact thing that happened to her before she died. And in the blink of an eye, unknown memories flash before her, making her feel bitterness when she realizes that the author of the life, she had was none other than the person her soul transferred to. "So even in this life, you devoted yourself to him." "But I won't do it again."

Betrayed by her lover and offered as a sacrifice in a temple's ruined altar, Violet vowed to return the grievance a hundred-fold to all that conspired for her demise. The lover she cherished for almost 10 years left her for dead without even giving her a glimpse, selfishly saving only himself. What did she even do to deserve this betrayal? When did this evil plan of this man start? Did he have help from others? When her life was about to end, the temple gave her a gift to start over which she readily accepted at that time of desperation. The question was, is it really a gift or a curse?

Betrayed by her fated mate and branded an outcast, Arya’s life has been nothing but pain—until she’s saved by Asher, the powerful Lycan king who becomes her second chance at love and freedom. But her past refuses to stay buried. Levi, the mate who rejected her, returns with a dangerous vendetta, while her presumed-dead twin, Celeste, reemerges with a deadly mission of her own. Caught between a king’s unwavering protection and a storm of old betrayals, Arya must decide: fight for the love that could save her, or risk losing everything to the ghosts of her past.

In a world riddled with oddity and mystery, Anderson finds himself right in the middle of something big. The origin of Anamanons, the Twelve, and the mysterious Mirror Lady, all mysteries Anderson will be forced to unwrap.

Broken Mirrors, Shattered Dreams" is an anthology series that weaves together stories of eerie, unsettling encounters, exploring the dark corners of human psyche and reality.

Alvi is trying to escape from his past, so he leaves his old house. His close friend wants to kill him, but he is not aware of it. He finds a new friend in his new journey, but he doesn't know it's a mirror trap.

Celeste Everhart (18) never expected a second chance—to reclaim her voice, and her fate, and uncover the truths that remained buried in her first life. Once an unwanted heiress sacrificed to the secretive and ruthless Brightwell family, Celeste forced herself to become something she could never imagined herself to be. A shark. Celeste saw a glimpse of what was hidden in the shadows at night and had failed to take her place in the Brightwell family. Or rather they had failed her. With the weight of her past life’s memories, Celeste knows what she would do differently… or so she believes. Yet, the more she navigates through these familiar yet treacherous waters, the more she discovers just how little she truly understands. And in this life, three men from her past emerge in ways she could never have foreseen: Avond Brightwell (28) the man she once loved so deeply that he became her voice and her world. But as hidden layers reveal themselves, Celeste begins to wonder—was Avond the man she thought he was? Or is he something far more dangerous? Tiel Brightwell (22) the one who once despised her, mocked her silence, and later fathered her only child. Now, he seems capable of kindness and perhaps even love, but Celeste can’t forget the pain he caused. Will she forgive him, or will she let go of who she was to destroy him? Even when he had not committed the crimes he committed in the past? Gen Callisto (23) the shadow from her sister’s stories, is a self-made millionaire with a tragedy looming in his future. Drawn to him in unexpected ways, Celeste must decide if she can save him from the darkness, or let him perish with the rest. As Celeste battles between love, loyalty, and the desire for vengeance, she faces a final question: will she remain the person she was before and let her new life take its course? Or will she let the hurt of her past turn her heart cold? After all, what better vengeance than to come back with the heart of a shark? -------- Disclaimer: The story begins with Celeste's first life— so please stay tuned because it will be worth it!

Locked up in a Temple for a long time. Jace was released by Anita who was trying to write a project for her history class so has to be able to join the school play. Jace gave Anita his fox bead in other to save her after falling from the top of the mountain. Jace followed Anita to her school and started living with her because of his fox bead that with Anita

The story is about typical teenage students living their basic lives, filled with romance, fun actions, and drama.

Eli was just an ordinary guy, living a normal life like everyone else. That was, until everything changed. It started with strange dreams—dreams where he saw himself, but not exactly. It was like looking at another version of him, one that was always running, always being chased. One morning, he woke up like usual, ready to go about his day. After washing up, he glanced at the mirror—and froze. Staring back at him wasn’t just his reflection, but the version of him from the dreams. His heart raced as he reached out to touch the glass. The moment his fingers made contact, the mirror shattered, pulling him in. When he opened his eyes, he was in a place he’d never seen before. A place full of mysteries and secrets waiting to be uncovered. Pendarghast Academy.

"This book merely recounts the events of my daily life. If it closely mirrors your own, perhaps you are deeply troubled and in urgent need of help."

In the swirling mists of the Forgotten Vale, where time and fate unravel in shadowed threads, destiny awakens in a harrowing collision of light and darkness. Shadow of Destiny, the evocative prelude to The Obsidian Veil, lures readers into a world of fractured realities, ancient prophecies, and forbidden power. At the pinnacle of the ominous Temple of Hidden Truths, the Oracle Thanatos—once the most gifted seer—wrestles with the chaotic echoes of fractured futures. Within his Chamber of Infinite Reflections, suspended mirrors shimmer with possibilities, yet one vision defies all order: a young man whose fiery eyes blaze with raw, untamed energy, destined to reshape or shatter existence itself. Far from the temple’s ominous spires lies Kyreth’s Rest, a tranquil village oblivious to its looming fate. On the day of the Awakening Ceremony, where youths summon their spiritual echoes to define their destiny, Axen—a misfit burdened by fiery red eyes and self-doubt—steps forward to find only rejection. But his failure births a cataclysmic moment: the Crystal of Awakening shatters, unleashing Havoc, a primal wolf of obsidian and shadow. Together, Axen and Havoc form an unlikely bond, their connection a spark of power older than the stars. As corrupted specters descend on the village, Axen must embrace his newfound strength, battling alongside Havoc to protect those who once doubted him. But this triumph is not without consequence. The villagers recoil from the darkness he wields, and whispers of ancient prophecies hint at a terrible truth: the mark Axen bears is not a symbol of salvation but an omen of chaos. In a tale woven with betrayal and redemption, Axen’s journey will pit him against friends turned foes, test his bond with Havoc, and reveal the chilling cost of wielding forbidden power. When the light of hope falters and the shadows rise, the question remains: will Axen stand as the savior of a broken world—or its destroyer? Gripping, beautifully dark, and teeming with intrigue, Shadow of Destiny is a mesmerizing entry into the Obsidian Veil saga, promising readers an unforgettable journey through the fragile balance of fate and free will. In the swirling mists of the Forgotten Vale, where time and fate unravel in shadowed threads, destiny awakens in a harrowing collision of light and darkness. Shadow of Destiny, the evocative prelude to The Obsidian Veil, lures readers into a world of fractured realities, ancient prophecies, and forbidden power. At the pinnacle of the ominous Temple of Hidden Truths, the Oracle Thanatos—once the most gifted seer—wrestles with the chaotic echoes of fractured futures. Within his Chamber of Infinite Reflections, suspended mirrors shimmer with possibilities, yet one vision defies all order: a young man whose fiery eyes blaze with raw, untamed energy, destined to reshape or shatter existence itself. Far from the temple’s ominous spires lies Kyreth’s Rest, a tranquil village oblivious to its looming fate. On the day of the Awakening Ceremony, where youths summon their spiritual echoes to define their destiny, Axen—a misfit burdened by fiery red eyes and self-doubt—steps forward to find only rejection. But his failure births a cataclysmic moment: the Crystal of Awakening shatters, unleashing Havoc, a primal wolf of obsidian and shadow. Together, Axen and Havoc form an unlikely bond, their connection a spark of power older than the stars. As corrupted specters descend on the village, Axen must embrace his newfound strength, battling alongside Havoc to protect those who once doubted him. But this triumph is not without consequence. The villagers recoil from the darkness he wields, and whispers of ancient prophecies hint at a terrible truth: the mark Axen bears is not a symbol of salvation but an omen of chaos.

Some mirrors are hidden for a reason

‘How did this happen’ The young man, practically a boy, looked at the scene in front of him. In just one glance it was possible to see dozens of people, more closely he was sure there could be hundreds or thousands of people prostrating themselves in front of him. From the center of the city square to the adjacent streets in front of the temple, with a frightening similarity to what happened in the Vatican when the Pope gave a speech. The young man sitting on a throne too big for him, inside a marble temple he could see expressions of happiness, reverence, gratitude and in some a small hint of fear. Not that he paid much attention to the others, his attention was mainly drawn to the group directly below the throne. This group was made up of people of various ages, from old men with gray and wrinkled hair, but with strangely healthy bodies and postures upright like poles, to young people of various ages including children. What this group in particular had in common was their expression, which could only be described as fanatical as they looked at the young man. The only thing that was going on in the young man's head, with all this excessive attention, was simply... ‘How did things get like this?!!!! I was just playing a game!!!!’ In a room in an ordinary apartment, in an ordinary city. A seemingly ordinary young man could be seen lying in bed with a cell phone on his chest. The cell phone was on and showing scenes from what appeared to be a game. With a small and intriguing coincidence that the young man sitting on a huge throne inside a marble temple was completely identical to the sleeping young man. ********************************************** Thanks to ImagineArt for the image

I was asked to lead them to someone I had never seen. I was a mirror to a world beyond. I am not who I chose to be. That 'someone' had been controlling me all along. Every time I peer above, I see gleaming strings of jade, Reaching to where I yearn to go.