Hunger Games Second Quarter

Everyone is playing a regal game. Everyone except Lucia (who probably should). After her father faced accusations of trying to seize the throne from his father and king, he was exiled along with his family. They were no longer royalty, but his wife would not have it. She was friends with the queen of Vershia and used that to her advantage. Her two older daughters were the right age to marry the two princes, and she would make that happen come what may. That became a problem when the oldest daughter was ignored by the crown prince, who formed a friendship with the youngest of the girls. There was still hope; Lucia could become the future queen. But Lucia was not groomed for this role. She did not want to live for the type of marriage she could snag. She did not want to take the man who had been planned for her sister. But that’s the thing with plans, isn’t it? She never planned to fall in love with the man, and there she was: an unwilling participant in the regal games. Would she capture the crown? How would everything affect her relationship with her sister? Was there ever pleasing her mother? [WSA 2024 Entry]

Ken is a smart runaway with a dark past, who after a near death experience finds himself waking up in another world. Chosen by Lilith-a mischievous spirit-he's thrown into "New Oasis", a world of high risks where 10,000 players duke it out for a single, ultimate wish. In a land teeming with bustling cities, treacherous mountains, and unyielding foes, Ken has but 5,000 coins, his wits, and the unreliable guidance of Lilith. The goal is to obtain eight legendary gems via twisted games and players who are far more cunning, Beyond that wish, Ken carries the weight of his crimes, unsure what began it all. With redemption, revenge, and freedom hanging in the balance, Ken risks everything in the New Oasis, where only the strongest-or smartest-will survive.

DESTINY GAMES. It has been 85 years since Earth-11 became aligned with Yggdrasil and 73 years since Icon became the first demigod from Earth. Icon, as the first demigod, was privileged to weave the thread of fate for everyone. He was supposed to cut off Yggdrasil and free Earth-11 from the grasps of the other Earths and their god kings. That's why everyone helped him climb the tower of Destiny. But instead of ridding earth of Yggdrasil, he turned the destiny of mankind into seven rings of immortality.  The first ring was for the immortality of power. The second was for the immortality of the knowledge. The third, fourth, fifth, and sixth were for the immortality of the mind, energy, body, and soul. The last ring, the ring of the paragon, was made to rule them all.  Icon kept the ring of the paragon for himself and became a dictator. He ruled with an iron fist for many years. His was a reign of terror. But he was eventually vanquished by the collective effort of the world.  It has been 62 years since then. Icon is no more, but the damage he had done still remains. Earth-11 is still connected to Yggdrasil. The deadly games of the Tower of Destiny still remain, and the fight for the seven rings of immortality still continues.  Kelvin Thorn has just awakened his ability. It came at a good time too since he is running for his life. The ability he awakened saved him, but it came with a cost. He must climb the tower of destiny under the witness of the whole world and accumulate destiny, or he will die.  His situation is not unique. Everyone that awakens, which is mostly everyone, must climb the tower of destiny. It is one of the curses that Icon left behind before he died. But Thorn is different because the seventh ring found him.  The tower of destiny is where everyone granted power by destiny, be they humans, non-humans, or otherworlders, must fight in games of might, skill, and knowledge to gather the power of destiny. They will either die or eventually overcome death. Kelvin will be one of the latest in the line of billions of others in this struggle. DISCORD: https://discord.com/invite/Ku2gqaHz

From living as an ordinary mortal to struggling in the battle between celestials and gods, from answering test papers to uncovering deadly mysteries, from walking in the shadows of the future to embracing the echoes of the past, join Jiang Feng in his journey with his cultivation partner as they trace back their journey back to the start! --- Jiang Feng, a young master from the Jiang Family, one of the four prestigious families in the nation, was under the constant torment of his nightmares. In his dreams, where he was constantly hunted by celestials and gods filled with wrath, Jiang Feng was sent to death and death again. Just when he thought things would be back to normal once he graduated from his school, he received an invitation from his friends to explore a suspicious yet mysterious tomb in his ancestral cemetery. Guided by his curiosity and unknown force in play, Jiang Feng accepted the invitation to join them. On the agreed day of exploration, however, a heavy rain poured on the lands as Jiang Feng stood alone in the cemetery. Not willing to wait longer, he decided to explore the tomb on his own first to make his trip worthy, unbeknownst to what was about to befall on him... --- I wouldn't say it's the best, but I'll say that it's worth giving a try. Try reading the first few chapters before coming up with a decision, and I promise they won't have short chapters at the start like my other work. Enjoy!

Sophia Grey always believed in fairy tales, and Ethan Hayes, her childhood best friend, seemed like her happily ever after. But when Ethan proposes a contract marriage to save her family’s company, things go wrong fast. Their marriage is cold and distant, and Ethan’s actions break Sophia’s heart. When she walks away, Ethan’s world falls apart, and he realizes how much he truly loves her. But Sophia is stronger now, and she’s not willing to go back to the man who hurt her. With secrets revealed and lies exposed, Ethan must fight for her love, even if it means showing his true, vulnerable self. Will they rebuild their relationship, or will their love be lost forever?

Charlotte Bourbon, a 19-year-old widow, was happy in her life after she got married to the man of her dreams. However, because of a sudden illness, her husband died within a month, and Charlotte's life came to a sudden halt. ‘She became the curse for her husband that he died young.’ ‘She is the one, who killed her husband.’ ‘She should have died with her husband.’ Numerous such things Charlotte would hear from the people around her in the palace when she decided to take her life. However, was it that easy to die? Édouard Bourdillon was the eldest son of King Christian Bourdillon of the Kingdom of Escana. He decided to marry the widow of his late younger brother so that he could take over the Beromont territory which his brother possessed. But was this the only reason he wanted to marry Charlotte? ~~~~~~~~ "What are you doing?" Terrified Charlotte asked as she saw Édouard unbuttoning his shirt. "I am hot, so I am taking off the shirt," Édouard said and reached for the last button. "But it's cold weather," Charlotte said and knitted her brows. "Not here, Charlotte. Your mere presence around me makes me hot," Édouard said and took off the shirt. "Ahhh!" Charlotte quickly brought her hands in front of her eyes and covered them. From the gaps between her fingers, she peeked out of curiosity. A lump formed in her throat as she saw his perfectly carved body with a few scars on the chest and near the abdomen. Charlotte saw him approaching her and she tightly shut her eyes. A few seconds later, when she realized everything was so quiet, she opened her eyes again and found him before her. She promptly moved back and hit the wall behind her. She thought to leave the room when Édouard caged her petite body between his arms. "Are you going to—" "Yes. I want to be wild with you tonight, Little Cherry," Édouard said with a smirk, and the next second, he lifted her in his arms. ~~~~~ *Cover art is mine. Made by "HS AONARAN" available on FB* Follow me on Instagram: rayoflight_pcy

"Second Chance at Genesis" Lina Yates, a former mercenary turned survivor, is given an impossible second chance when she wakes up five years before the apocalypse that destroyed humanity. Having sacrificed her life to stop a world-ending outbreak, Lina now finds herself back in the heart of the corporate world, with one goal in mind: prevent the global catastrophe before it’s too late. Her path collides with Alexander Reid, the enigmatic and ruthless CEO of a global tech empire. His company secretly funds unethical experiments that lead to the creation of mutated creatures, triggering the outbreak that ravaged humanity. The only problem? Lina knows the future, but Alexander does not. And every time she comes close to uncovering his dark secrets, Alexander seems one step ahead, playing a dangerous game of cat and mouse. As Lina infiltrates his empire under the guise of a personal assistant, the stakes rise. She must navigate the tangled web of corporate politics, betrayal, and a growing attraction to the man she swore to expose. But as Lina digs deeper, she uncovers more than just sinister plans—she finds herself entangled in a slow-burn romance with Alexander, a man with his own secrets and a mysterious past. The clock is ticking. Can Lina stop the apocalypse, expose Alexander’s hidden truth, and save humanity—while keeping her heart intact? Or will their forbidden attraction push them both toward an inevitable, destructive end?

The story is about a man who mysteriously has catastrophic powers. But with absolute power comes absolute boredom. so he makes the world his playground; he creates superhumans and challenges for them to solve.

One fateful day Karl an ordinary bully in his campus gets killed only to wake in a another world in someone else's body. Little did he know, that he got a terminal disease that would eventually unalive him. Will he able to fit in this new world and find a cure that will save him? Will he still be a bully? or something better? (This contains high violence and an interesting plot read at your own risk.)

In the unforgiving streets of Chicago, basketball was everything to Lucas Turner—his escape, his purpose, his future. Once a rising star destined for the NBA, Lucas’s dreams shattered with the tear of an ACL during a championship game. Left to drift through life, haunted by what could have been, Lucas's spark for the game—and for life itself—slowly faded. Years later, a selfless act to save a child’s life leads Lucas to the brink of death, where he is offered an extraordinary opportunity: a second chance to rewrite his story. Waking up as his 12-year-old self, Lucas finds himself back in his childhood bedroom, armed with the memories, wisdom, and pain of his past life. With his talent and passion reignited, he vows to do things differently this time—on and off the court.

Ten strangers are thrust into an enormous, ever-changing maze with no explanation. Within its towering walls lie ten brutal challenges, each more dangerous than the last. Forced to rely on one another, they must confront not only the terrors of the labyrinth but also the secrets they each carry. As alliances form and break, the question looms: is survival possible when the maze itself seems alive, and the cost of failure is death?

Cyrus was a man who was born into poverty and had to learn how to fend for himself on his own. His parents struggled to find a way to make ends meet, so he had to resort to petty theft and deception in order to keep himself alive. As time went on, he began to lose sight of who he truly was, which was protecting his family from the cruelty of the world. All he could think of was how to become wealthier and wealthier, no matter the cost. Through a combination of charm, manipulation, and ruthlessness, Cyrus clawed his way to success, only for it to be taken away from him after he was brutally crushed by the poor architectural designs of his apartment complex. It seemed death wasn't the end for him when he came face-to-face with a god who called himself Omnixis. They were able to make a deal that he has no recollection of, and he was reborn as Cyrus Moreno in the world of Elyria.

With great power... COMES GREAT BI-... ehrm great responsiblity... 'this is a take on a dream i had a long time ago when i was struggeling with some stuff, but since then ive been fascinated by the idea.' roughly spoken its abt a kid getting great powers, but the only one who got them in a world of monsters, atleast for now... oh btw ive never written before and i do this for fun haha

He was about to join the beta test on the newest VR games, Second World. But an anomaly threw him into a world with familiar rules, a rule he usually only experienced in a game. Now he must use his past gaming experience in this new world. It was no longer a game, it was survival! A strive to reach the highest level possible. Equipped with dual-class of melee and magic user, Jack was set on the path to become the strongest character in this brave new world.

"People always told me life was about second chances, but no one ever said they’d come in the form of a wedding gone wrong. I promised my father I’d be strong, but when my best friend betrayed me and my fiancé humiliated me on what was supposed to be the happiest day of my life, I broke. I died… and woke up at the very moment everything fell apart. This time, I won’t let them ruin me. When Jaewon, my cheating fiancé, tried to drag me back into his web of lies, I made a choice that shocked everyone: I proposed to his older brother, Heeseung. The cold, enigmatic CEO who had always seemed untouchable, and the man I’d underestimated for far too long. Marrying Heeseung wasn’t just a spur-of-the-moment decision. It was my way of rewriting my destiny and taking control of a life that had spiraled out of my hands. What I didn’t expect was the way he looked at me—as if I was more than just a pawn in this game of revenge and redemption. As if I mattered. Now, I’m navigating a world of power, betrayal, and unspoken feelings. But one thing is clear: I’m no longer the Yuna who was crushed under the weight of heartbreak and deceit. I’m stronger, smarter, and ready to fight for the life I deserve. And if anyone—especially Jaewon—thinks they can stop me, they’re about to learn just how wrong they are. This is my second chance, and this time, I’ll make every move count."

MC was a member of an idol group that failed to shine. he was hit by a car and awaken a system on his death that sent him back 3 years ago to start again ang fullfil his dream of becaming a top idol. will the mc be successful on his dream? what challenges will he face in the future? stay tuned for more...... time update: 3 times a week.

In the greater part of human kind there resides an instinct for survival. It is this which can clutch at straws and affect a rescue from them. It is this which can, now and then, outwit fate : Tanith Lee There are moments in life when you don't know what to do. Some of these moments can be good, like when a father holds his first newborn baby for the first time and realises he has no idea what to do. Or when somoene who has worked his entire life without stop finally retires and doesn't know what to do with his free time cause he's never had any. An then there's me, somoene about to have possibly the first of many so called "worst day of my life" as I stare at what is most likely a death sentence. You see for contexe, the world I am in is a little strange. Before you make any assumptions, this isn't an isekai where I get whisked off to some fantasy world to fixe some other peoples problems. At least not completely. The world I am in is strange in the fact that about 75 years ago, give or take one or two, a massive portion of the population vanished without a trace. Freaky I know, but not as freaky as when they came back and brought with them "magic". The laws of physics seemed useless and easy to ignore for these people. They could do incredible things. Flying through the air at unimaginable speeds, shooting fire from their fingers, moving mountains with their power. Even freezing time was within their reach. It was safe to say at this point that the world was going to change forever. Now listening to all this you'd probably say, wait Lucien isn't this awesome? Magic powers and all you have to do is dissapear for a while, isn't that a pretty good trade of? And normally you'd be right, but of the approximately 100 million who dissapeared, only 13 million came back. Not very good odds. Those that came back told stories of what they had to do. The trials they had to pass. Now this isn't some tower climbing story like you probably read in those webnovels. Every trial was unique to the person. Some where easy and some landed you in the 83 million that didn't come back. And naturally like any good fantasy story, the great dissapearance, as we came to call it, didn't happen just once. And so my story begins here, in the middle of the road, 75 years after the first great disappearance, staring into dead space. I would guess that the people who saw me would find me weird, after all I was staring at nothing. But I couldn't be bothered with them right now, and the reason was that I was indeed staring at something. Something that would change my fate forever. [Congratulations challenger] [You have been selected for the trial] [You will be transported in 30 seconds] ... Fuck. Author : this novel does have a system but it's not a leveling system, so if that's what you're looking for, this might not be for you.

Be it looks, luck, grades or money, Kosi's always been bottom of the barrel. Despite this he acts with a good heart and selflessness. One day his good actions are rewarded by a homeless man who gives him a mysterious coin that changes his life after a single flip. [Updates every Thursday]

The room falls silent. Adwait reflects on his mother's words and eventually decides to agree to remarry. He tells Aadharsh ji, "Tell mom I'm ready for the marriage, but remember, the woman will only be Anvi's mother and our family's daughter-in-law, nothing more." Meanwhile, in another house, Sangeeta ji scolds Sanskriti, "You're a curse! You lost your husband and now dare to show attitude here? You're just a servant, nothing more. Don't dare to show your tantrums." Sanskriti breaks down in tears, and Sudha ji comforts her, "Don't cry, child. Your tears are worthless here. Don't waste them." Sanskriti asks Sudha ji, "Maa, am I the reason for my husband's death? Am I the reason I'm a widow? I didn't choose to be a widow, did I? What's my mistake? Why does everyone blame me?" Sudha's heart aches, but she has no answers to soothe Sanskriti's pain. **********************************

Those who come from the other side that is who we call Travelers, people who come to this world from earth. An alternative Medieval time, we follow 28 year old Dean Kruger, who was reincarnated into Suon Kwidish; a 19 year old peasant Jester for hire. Though after arriving, Dean Kruger can tell his experience won't be easy. From Arcanas to Zodiacs and even to Dead God. So then shall we begin the story? Of the 13th Artificial Arcana, The Hunger Arcana; Dean Kruger.

Lysander Argent, seorang petinju muda berbakat, meninggal dalam pertandingan terakhirnya dan bereinkarnasi sebagai Lyran Argent di dunia fantasi bernama Daratan Misteri. Dalam tubuh baru ini, ia harus beradaptasi dengan kehidupan bangsawan, menghadapi diskriminasi karena sihirnya yang dianggap lemah, dan membuktikan dirinya di Akademi Astra Veritas. Dengan memadukan seni bela diri modern dan sihir, Lyran diam-diam melatih diri di tempat rahasia, Hutan Astral, hingga menguasai kekuatan baru. Di tengah intrik keluarga, konflik perang, dan rahasia besar dunia, Lyran bertekad melampaui semua tantangan dan menjadi legenda yang tak tergoyahkan.

A girl stripped of her rights and her name forced to become a slave after managing to escape she promised she would one day come for revenge and take back what's righfully hers

I found myself possessing the body of a young master who everyone was eager to kill. I’m invincible, so let them try to kill me. It’s only for one second, though.

"Hearts on Lockdown" Synopsis Nike’s rule is simple: no strings attached. She’s a heartbreaker by choice—flirty, teasing, and always in control. She knows how to get what she wants and walks away without a second thought. Then she meets Jimi. Sarcastic, unimpressed, and completely immune to her charm, Jimi is everything Nike isn’t. He doesn’t care about her games, her rules, or her heartbreaker act. For Nike, he’s the ultimate challenge—and she never backs down from a challenge. But Lagos has a way of turning even the best-laid plans upside down. In a city where emotions run high and nothing stays simple, Nike might find herself playing a game she’s not ready for. Can she handle a guy who doesn’t play by the rules? Or will Jimi break through the walls she’s so carefully built? In a story where hearts are toys and games are the only rule, Nike and Jimi are about to discover that some games are harder to win than others.

Layla Nightshade, a rising star in the acting world, is determined to become one of the greatest actresses. Her journey is fueled by her admiration for Zaya Swanson, a top model with a mysterious, icy heart. Two years after their first encounter, fate brings them together again when Zaya is forced to take on a lead role in a movie alongside Layla. As they navigate the challenges of the film set, Layla’s warmth begins to melt Zaya’s defenses. However, Zaya’s reluctance to engage in romantic scenes and her disdain for acting create tension. Layla is determined to uncover the reasons behind Zaya’s cold demeanor and help her rediscover the joy in life and love.

Global over population is an ever growing threat to the planet. War is raging across multiple countries. Governments are viewed as incompetent. World leaders are desperately searching for a means of peace, but will settle for pacification if they must. The Games Of War have been announced. To ease the global tension of food scarcity and energy depletion, every country must enter 5,000 students between 16 and 18. 17 year old Blake Henry sits at the edge of the lake, fishing rod in hand, waiting to hear which country has been selected next.

A Second Chance is a story about a guy named Ryan Mitchell who dies and gets reincarnated into another world to have his second chance at life. In his new life he goes through many challenges, meets many people, and enjoys his life to the fullest.

"I’m not here to fit in, I’m here to stand out. When the lights are brightest and the pressure’s crushing, that’s when I shine." On the cracked courts of Pinehill, Jaden "Silk" Hunter was a king. His ankle-breaking crossovers, no-look passes, and thunderous dunks made him a streetball legend. But when a scholarship pulls him into the unforgiving world of Ironwood Academy, the country’s most prestigious basketball powerhouse, Jaden learns that talent isn’t enough. At Ironwood, the court is a battlefield, every teammate is a rival, and Coach Grayson Hale rules with an iron fist. The flashy, unpredictable style that made Jaden a legend on the streets is seen as reckless and immature here. His teammates doubt him, his coach benches him, and the media begins to whisper: Is "Silk" all show and no substance? But Jaden isn’t here to play by anyone else’s rules. With his pride on the line and the weight of his hometown’s expectations on his shoulders, he’s determined to prove that style and substance can coexist that you can rewrite the game and still come out on top. When rival prodigies, team betrayals, and mounting pressure push him to the edge, Jaden must rise beyond raw talent and show everyone that greatness isn’t just about playing the game, it’s about playing the Game Above Game. Will Jaden rise to the top, or will the weight of greatness bring him crashing down?