What Was The Contest

*Prologue* The Korean air enveloped Sarah James like a foreign shroud. An 18-year-old Nigerian, she had never imagined herself in this world. The strict norms and expectations threatened to suffocate her, but her love for K-dramas and K-pop sparked a curiosity that refused to be extinguished. Her heart, once full of hope, had been shattered by Yong Jo-sang's betrayal. The memories still lingered; he broke her heart even before she gave it to him. But fate, it seemed, had other plans. In the library, Sarah's eyes met Hyun Min's, and her world shifted. The brooding introvert's piercing gaze drew her in, and she found herself captivated by his quiet strength. Their awkward encounter belied the depth of his character; he was being a jerk, he had swooped the book she wanted and was even cold about it. Sarah soon discovered a hidden charm that left her breathless. Yet, Hyun Min's life was a complex web of obligations and expectations. His parents had bound him to Na Yeon, a girl chosen for him. They were to get married when they reached their second year of college. But Na Yeon's reputation was about to take a devastating hit. Chuchu's jealousy had unleashed a scandal that would change everything. As compromising photos of Na Yeon going to a hotel surfaced online, Na Yeon was devastated, couldn't bear the shame, and ended her life. But in the aftermath of Na Yeon's tragic demise, a sinister plot unfolded. The woman who is claimed to be Hyun Min's mother, driven by a deep-seated hatred of Sarah, would stop at nothing to keep them apart. But as the truth began to unravel, a shocking revelation turned everything upside down: the woman was not Hyun Min's real mother, And Sarah's own life was about to get even more complicated - her friend, Racy, was revealed to be a spy, tasked with keeping tabs on her and reporting back to Hyun Min's fake mother. racy was also interested in hyun min,and to get him..she had to do all that dirty work as hyun min fake mother had promised. But Hyun Min's heart already belonged to Sarah, and he was resolute in his defiance. With the web of deceit and lies tightening around them, would their love prevail, or would the weight of family obligations and the darkness of the past tear them apart? but then again who was hyun min's mother?

Death—many fear it, yet it is inevitable. Some believe in endless reincarnation; others, in the realms of heaven and hell. And there are those who think death is the final curtain—that our existence simply vanishes. But is that truly the case? Is death the end... or the beginning of something far greater?

Synopsis: In a city that monsters can occur at any time due to irresponsible people littering and creating monsters from the garbage that were thrown away. Hero and Vigilante have many differences from each other, but both of these things uphold peace values ​​and protect everyone, only their different ways. Is a hero needed? Is Vigilante good?

In a world shaped by pure imagination, those who visualize can bend reality. But only the rare Blanks wield Concepts—raw truths too powerful for ordinary minds to grasp. Alex wakes up with no name, no past—only one thing carved into his soul: the Concept of Zero. Thrown into a crumbling world of hidden powers, shifting alliances, and ancient wars buried by time, Alex must uncover many mysteries. ————————— Cover art by: QluakelR

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When her meticulously crafted marriage to Elijah Rossi shatters on her wedding night with a brutal revelation: "There is no us, Imogen. There never was." Imogen is abandoned by her husband and further faces an even crueler twist when her husband refuses a divorce. With the arrival of Isaac Rossi, Elijah's revenge-driven half brother, Imogen strikes a clandestine deal with her brother-in-law to navigate a dangerous game of deceit, seeking to outmaneuver her indifferent husband. As loyalties are tested, Imogen must decide which brother is right for her. The one she was made for or the one she burns for.

I'm invisible, blamed, betrayed, and made fun of. Every day I woke up to endure every single same thing as days, weeks, months, and years passed. My life was a living cycle of someone who died while still living. I was brutally bullied, hurt, and accused in the midst of chaos as the rain poured on me, noises of vehicles cut through the sound of rain, and strangers eyes came, looking at me with fear and hatred as male students from my school ran after me with their sinister grins. On that same exact day, after getting home with my body full of wounds and bruises, my phone rang, and it made my life even more of a living hell. The novel that is keeping me alive and compose drop dead. [It is over] [We're sorry but we will no longer continue the story of 'world of mystery'] [Discontinued] ...I want to die. Tired, I closed my eyes, and my body fell. It becomes slowly cold, and the sound of rain slowly fades. I couldn't lift a finger. I realized I have no feeling, no strength. Suddenly a metallic voice with imagery of words come up in the pit of darkness. [You've been chosen to continue my webtoon, I wish you all the Good luck.] [You have died] before I knew it I died. [Removing the memories of world of mystery to your experience and brain] [World of mystery will be restart.]

Not every start of a love story makes sense... But, to be having a boyfriend when just the other day you were straight? How was that fair? While Aiden was busy drowning his sorrows away, Philip wanted to break out of the norms. What was supposed to be a one night stand felt like the first night to forever. Was that love at first lust? "It's not perfect but, it's worth your curiosity I promise!" A love from deception can it ever prevail?

He was ruthless and aloof in her point of view, but she was having steamy nights with him under the influence of alcohol. She decided she was going to take a stand, but it led to another alcoholic moment that she decided to refuse and asked for a divorce, he thought she was joking because he was handsome and had an outstanding career. Suddenly their world began to fall apart. Will their love bring them together as one true love or will life get the best of them? ©Hopesophine

A story of adventure and discovery. A story of bonds and fellowship. A story of mysteries and mantras. A story of a world only the brave dare to brave. The adventure of a simple young man, brave and strong. A seeker of fun, one who understand the beauty of creation. A creature shrouded in enigma, as deep as the universe. The pursuit of mankind and all creatures in existence. A game of survival, a struggle for dominance. A contest of the braves. Additional tags: Realistic fantasy, Mature, Ecchi, Guild creation, Romantic Subplots.

What if dying was only the beginning of your real story? Ryu Takeda was a teenage Taekwondo champion—fast, fearless, and full of fire. But fate struck with metal and speed. Just like that, he was gone. Until a goddess gave him a choice. Reborn as Rai in a new world filled with magic, monsters, and elemental power, he finds himself in a peaceful village with loving parents. But that peace shatters too soon. Alone again, Rai is taken in by a legendary general and his daughter, Mina, whose warmth awakens something deeper in him—something he doesn't yet understand. This is a world where power defines everything. And Rai doesn’t even know his element yet. But what stirs inside him isn’t normal. It’s something ancient. Something dangerous. A slow-burning tale of growth, power, and destiny—where love flickers and legends are forged.

"What happend !?"She questioned herself. "I.... Why?. AH FUCK MY HEAD!!!" She screamed while her head is filled with an incredible amount of memories that should kill any other person. " W-W-What a-are these memories " She asked after the pain calmed down.

Masaru Ryunosuke is an outcast—a scholarship student in a school of elites, struggling to keep his head down in a world that looks down on him. But when a chance encounter with a vampire attack leaves him at death’s door, he wakes up to a new reality—he's no longer human. Now a ghoul, the lowest rank of undead, Masaru finds himself thrown into a world of ancient bloodlines, deadly supernatural creatures, and secret organizations hunting beings like him. His only guide? Akane Mikazuki, the cold and ruthless noble vampire who saved him, but only for her own mysterious reasons. Armed with the Cape of Dracula, an artifact of legendary power, and an unnatural potential that defies vampire logic, Masaru refuses to accept his fate as a weakling. If the world wants to treat him like a mere undead—then he’ll rise above them all and prove them wrong. As battles erupt between vampires, werewolves, assassins, and monstrous beings, Masaru must claw his way up the supernatural hierarchy before he’s devoured by forces beyond his comprehension. Because in this world, the weak exist only to be devoured. But what happens… when an undead refuses to stay at the bottom?

at what cost would a alakai crom take to find out how and where he is and how he is still alive

The whole world was flooded by creatures of unknown origins and began killing millions. Ronan Ramos, a 17 year old students, spends most of his summer vacation at their house, never going outside. He was asked by his mother to go out and buy some things. While outside, He saw people running from something and what he saw is a horror.

In a moor where the past refuses to die, Victor, a young aristocrat on the run, joins a nomadic band of war-hardened veterans. Alongside Emma-lively and fearless-they learn to survive amid secrets, scars, and fragile hopes. In this world where every day is a battle, bonds are forged, and the weight of absence shadows their search for truth.

In the sprawling metropolis of Helios, Detective Marcus Veil takes on what appears to be a routine murder case. But the deeper he digs, the more he uncovers a tangled web of secrets, conspiracies, and a hidden threat that could bring the entire city to its knees. As the line between truth and illusion blurs, Marcus must race against time to uncover what lies beneath the surface—and stop a plot that could change everything.

Sometimes the biggest prize is the heart you never meant to win. Callie Monroe had never planned to leave Bandera, Texas. Her roots ran deep in the dusty trails of her family's ranch, where she grew up wrangling horses and chasing sunsets. But when her mother was critically injured in a farming accident, the hospital bills stacked higher than hay bales. Her father—desperate and proud—demanded a sacrifice Callie couldn't make: marry the well-off widower next door, a man twice her age with a cold smile and controlling ways. With the help of a childhood friend who'd made it to the city, she packed up her boots, dreams, and barely enough cash to get by…and moved to New York. There, she found work behind the bar at a dive in Brooklyn, pouring drinks, dodging creeps, and sending every spare dollar back home. She wasn't looking for love, but when she heard of a game show that paid winners handsomely, she couldn't resist. But she sure as hell didn't expect a game show to change everything. Grayson Wolfe was a tech genius with the instincts of a wolf. He turned a teenage startup into a billion-dollar enterprise long before he was legally old enough to drink the whiskey he now sold in bulk. But when his father passed away, the old man's will came with a cruel twist: Grayson had to marry—and stay married for one full year—before he could legally inherit full control of the Wolfe fortune and family conglomerate. He didn't need love. He needed a name on paper. A bride. A loophole. In a move that shocked his board and delighted reality TV producers, Grayson entered a high-stakes televised dating show, ironically seeking a convenient partner. The premise? Win the game, win a partner…and a hefty cash prize. He didn't care about the money. He just needed someone willing to sign the damn papers. Armed with charm, wealth, and arrogance, Grayson assumed every woman would be throwing herself at him. Until the redhead in the red dress rejected him. Callie Monroe wasn't dazzled. She wasn't impressed. She hated 'controlling,' and that's what the man was; she couldn't understand why everyone wanted him. Yes, she wanted the money, but not when her pride and dignity were on the line. Grayson had never been humiliated, and so publicly; Callie intrigued and annoyed him, and somehow, he knew that their paths were still going to cross, and he would make her pay for her insolence. What happens when Grayson turns out to be Callie's boss at her new office? Their connection soon spirals into a dangerous game of desire, denial, and a deal that might cost him everything…especially his heart. He had everything… until her.

A tale about demons and humans the evil that embraces the earth without light darkness ruled "Agony , yes agony like music to my ears" said the Devil with a wide grin staring at the pit below him, will the devil take over the earth if so then what will happen to humans who will stop the Powerful devil himself

In this world, ascending to upper realms was 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. However, a devastating war led to a change in the rules. Who is brave enough to seek the Supremacy and rule the world? By: Jerlani

SHE WAS THE PRINCESS—BUT NEVER HIS DAMSEL IN DISTRESS. Leina Reinhardt was born into power, privilege, and prestige—the only daughter of a multi-billionaire and the beloved sister of Westdentia’s most elite men: Lester – A cold, calculating CEO with an empire at his feet. Levy – A six-time Olympic champion, untouchable and unstoppable. Liam & Louis – The twin masterminds behind the world’s most powerful gaming empire. To the world, she was the Reinhardt Princess—elegant, quiet, untouchable. But Leina Reinhardt was no fragile flower. She was raised by wolves, after all. Then came Alexander Harris Smith. Her brothers’ best friend. Her first love. Her greatest heartbreak. The boy who lit up her world—only to disappear and leave her in the dark. Now, years later, he’s back, standing in front of her like a ghost from the past. And worse? He has the audacity to question her. ------------------------------------------------------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------------------ Excerpt: Leina's fingers curled into fists, nails biting into her palms. Every muscle in her body screamed at her to walk away. To leave him standing there like he left her all those years ago. But damn him—he had the nerve to show up now, with those same emerald eyes, as if he had any right to look at her that way. "What did you expect, Alexander?" she seethed, voice sharp as glass. "That I’d wait? That my world would freeze the moment you walked away?" His jaw clenched. She could see the storm raging behind his eyes, but she refused to care. "You left," she said, her voice breaking despite her best efforts. "You. Left. And now you think you can just come back and—" Her words died in her throat as he moved, his hands gripping her arms, pulling her close before she could stop him. "Let go," she hissed, her voice defiant—but her body betrayed her, memories clawing their way to the surface. Alexander’s grip tightened, his forehead pressing against hers, breath unsteady. "I know I don’t deserve it," he murmured, voice raw. "But hate me, curse me, hit me—just don’t tell me you forgot." Leina’s breath hitched. Her throat burned. She wanted to slap him. She wanted to scream that she didn’t care. She wanted to say that he meant nothing. But the lie wouldn't come. Because the truth was brutal. She remembered everything. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Billionaire mafia intrigue with power struggles and dark secrets Unforgettable first love turned into a dangerous obsession A fierce heroine who refuses to be a pawn A dangerously devoted hero who will burn the world for her Get ready for a story of power, betrayal, and a love that refuses to die.

When Tanya hung up her blades and retired from assasin work she thought she'd be living life on easy street, working in a cozy little magic shop in a small town. But no one truly escapes their past. When danger once again threatens those she cares about Tanya may yet find blood on her hands once more.

One curse, friends turned foes. Their fate rests on she who shall love one and on her love shall he rise again to seek revenge on what he had Lost.

At the end of this Victorian town, stands a tall, dark manor. Rumours galore circulate about it, but a small group of orphans, know, these are just rumours. Or, are they? A story of love between two women from different lives, and worlds, confined within the manors' tall, imposing walls. A tale about a love that transcends boundaries.

A terrifeying president who is above everyone. She rules the whole world from her seat. Everyone is equal, but some are more equal, a president who acts according to her motta. Suddenly a man break in her palace where she rules the world, and her life changes ! Attention: I am not a native speaker...

"Loving her was beautiful... until it became deadly." Zayne had it all—power, looks, and a future carved in gold. Cold-hearted and calculated, love was never in his plans. That is, until he met Aurora—a girl with fire in her eyes and secrets stitched into her soul. She was everything he wasn’t. Mysterious. Reckless. Cursed. Drawn to her like a moth to a flame, Zayne couldn’t stay away, even when the nightmares began… even when people close to him started to disappear. Aurora begged him to leave—to forget her. But how do you forget the one person your heart chooses, even if it means losing your mind... or your life? What Zayne doesn’t know is that loving Aurora comes with a price—and the curse has never been broken. In a world where love is a death sentence, will Zayne rewrite fate... or become its next victim? Perfect for fans of dark romance, slow-burn suspense, and stories where love might just be the most dangerous curse of all.