Once Upon A Time Dark Swan

In a world where dungeons are a common threat, the demand for those capable of clearing them has never been higher. Those who survive these dungeons and sign contracts to work for the government are known as infiltrators. Infiltrators are revered like idols, with the strongest among them at the top of the hierarchy. Even those who survive their first dungeon gain instant fame, their names whispered with awe and admiration. Xerxes, however, has always felt like an outsider in this world. But when he unexpectedly finds himself trapped in a dungeon, he defies the odds and emerges alive—becoming the leader of the only infiltrator team with a perfect 100% survival rate. Now, Xerxes must navigate the dangerous world of dungeon clearing, where survival isn’t guaranteed, and his newfound powers could either be a blessing—or a curse. [The dungeons are inspired by real life books and occurrences.]

Everything is all about the main character's journey to be the king but how about the life of the king who abdicated his throne.

[R-18 Mature Element Warning!] In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Shivam finds himself grappling with the challenges of existence, yearning for a chance to rise above the ordinary and carve out a place for himself in society. With employment opportunities elusive and his appearance falling short of societal standards, Shivam faces an uphill battle to gain respect and recognition. But when a tantalizing opportunity presents itself in the form of an advertisement post that involves opening the Dark Web to access Add Jobs, Shivam's curiosity is piqued. Desperate for a chance to prove himself and escape the shadows of mediocrity, he takes a leap of faith into the unknown depths of the digital underworld. With nothing to lose and everything to gain, Shivam takes the plunge into the mysterious world of the Dark Web. What he finds there is beyond anything he could have imagined— a realm shrouded in secrecy, teeming with mysteries and supernatural experiences that defy explanation. Shivam also gains many otherworldly benefits from the Dark Web's boxes, including unnatural powers and gadgets. However, these powers were not without their dark side. Follow Shivam's journey through the twisted labyrinth of the Dark Web, where the line between reality and illusion blurs and secrets lurking in the shadows threaten to consume him whole.

Fifteen-year-old Puli thought her school trip to the History Museum would be just another ordinary day. That is, until she accidentally knocked over a mysterious ancient artifact. In her rush to fix her mistake, she didn’t notice the strange liquid seeping from it. Suddenly, with a blinding flash of light, Puli was swept into a world unlike anything she’d ever imagined, a place long before humans, deep in the age of dinosaurs! But something was wrong. This wasn’t the prehistoric Earth from her textbooks. Magic pulsed through the air, and a darkness stirred beneath the surface as an ancient evil was waking from its slumber. Now, Puli must summon all of her wits and courage to survive in this strange, dangerous world. And she’s not alone. With an unexpected ally by her side, Puli must navigate through magical landscapes, face nightmarish monsters, and find a way home before it’s too late! Don’t like generic isekai MCs with OP abilities/system? Want an MC who actually interacts with the isekai world and tries to understand it? This might be the fix for you.

College student Luxie has always been known to be the kindest beauty in the school, but who would have thought that behind closed doors she's one of the most sinister people to walk the earth. One who'd get back at anyone who mildly displeased her, making sure they were dead for daring to bother her. As she was at the height of her popularity that's when it happened. Strangely, due to the certain circumstances she finds herself in a forest, with a strange new body and she has...elf ears?

In a universe where game and reality collide, an NPC character named Alexis Tilt—known in the virtual world of "Boundless" as the master strategist—finds himself ripped from his familiar, coded world and thrust into the hustle and bustle of modern-day Japan. When a hacker's sabotage wreaks havoc on the Global Game World Server, "Boundless Adventure" is consumed by glitches and fractures that send Alexis and other NPCs into the real world, not to mention the waves of creatures from his game world that threaten to appear every day at noon! As Alexis explores his new surroundings, curiosity overtakes him, and instead of scrambling to return, he finds himself captivated by the real world’s unprogrammed beauty and unpredictable rhythms. Now, he’s not just figuring out how to live; he’s learning how to thrive as a restaurant manager, navigating the daily grind with humor, curiosity, and tactical finesse. But the challenges of his digital past aren’t far behind. As creatures and beasts spawn into his new life during midday “Waves,” Alexis and other displaced NPCs from his world must join forces to protect the real world from Boundless Adventure’s perils, using strategy and bravery in ways he never anticipated. Will Alexis find a new calling in this world? Dive into a thrilling tale where gaming’s fantasy meets real-world challenges, adventure meets discovery, and every day brings new battles and surprises for Alexis in this new fresh, unscripted life that he stumbled upon.

a short novel about a loner. A collection of short stories.

Liu Zilang had a well-kept secret — he was a prodigy in competitive FPS eSports. His specialty? CSGO. He even entered the finals in the prestigious world tournament. Alas, his team fell short due to Liu Zilang's inexperience. Shattered by the fact, Liu Zilang vanished from the eSports scene. That was until his friends got him to play a new game known as PUBG. Liu Zilang's life turned around and he began to make his comeback. Follow Liu Zilang as he encounters difficult situations, all while learning to open up as a person, but more importantly as a brother.

Once Upon a Love Story is a captivating tale that unravels the complexities of love and relationships. It follows the journey of twin sisters, deeply bonded yet navigating the turbulent waters of love. When one sister's relationship takes a tumultuous turn, leading to an unexpected break, the other steps in to support her. However, as emotions intertwine, she finds herself falling for her sister's former partner. This forbidden love complicates their lives, testing familial loyalty and the strength of their bond.

As Celeste lost her fiancé attention due to the infamous gossiping of other, with the help of a new friend she vow to change her ways while making those around her regret their words and action.

In the world of Palstrom, a young, mysterious boy comes out from the abyss, seemingly depressed and lifeless. A street urchin from the bustling marketplaces of Magnesia hears a message from the dragons. An elf from the realm of Lystrgate trains for the role of a hunter, adhering to the rules of elven isolation but is conflicted by the dreams of her loved ones. The veteran hero of the Dwarven-Orc war, now a retired and aging axe commander, seeks to prove he is not obsolete as his culture changes. The heir to the imperial throne of Edun desires to make his father proud and prove himself worthy of the crown. Meanwhile, a spy of the Watchers holds information deep in the heartland that could prevent a catastrophe. In the midst of their intertwined destinies, these six will shape the future of Palstrom, their actions and choices steering the world toward salvation or ruin.

When Alex and Emma, two childhood friends stumble upon a quirky, enchanted book at a local library, they have no clue it’s about to turn their lives upside down. One afternoon, while starting the new book , Emma gets magically pulled into the story, leaving Alex totally freaked out and desperate to get her back. Determined to rescue her, Alex jumps into the book and finds himself in a wild world where fairy tale characters have modern twists and crazy problems "The fuck, we’re inside that book?" Alex blinked, wide eyed. "Am I dreaming? Ugh, this is a nightmare!" Emma rubbed her temples. Before they could process, an old man appeared out of nowhere, waving a stick as if it explained everything. “You two are in deep trouble,” he said, grinning. “You’ll have to solve the mess in each world to make it out. Oh, and watch out for the immersion rate. Lose track, and you’ll become the characters forever.” "What, like a game?" Alex asked, half-joking. “Something like that,” the old man winked. “Good luck.. you’ll need it.” " What even was that?? He came and left just like that? " And so begins their wild journey, where they must navigate one bizarre setting after another, taking on different roles while trying not to forget who they really are... all while their memories slip away, bit by bit. As they navigates through the hilarious chaos, they realize the need to embrace the wild story and team up with the quirky characters they meets. Their love gets tested in all sorts of unexpected ways, leading to both laugh out loud moments and sweet reminders of what they mean to each other.

With the curse broken, the residents of Storybrooke struggle with resolving their original and cursed memories, left wondering about the fate of their land. When Rumplestiltskin/Mr. Gold successfully introduces magic into the real world, some of the Storybrooke residents try to figure out how to return home, leading to an incident with the Mad Hatter's teleporting hat that causes Emma and Snow White/Mary Margaret to be accidentally transported to the Enchanted Forest. They discover that part of the realm was spared from the curse, keeping the remaining inhabitants frozen during the 28 years. Among them are allies Aurora and Mulan, along with enemies Regina's mother Cora, and Captain Hook. The latter two follow Emma and Mary Margaret as they successfully make it back to Storybrooke, with Cora wanting to get even with Regina, and Hook wanting to kill Rumplestiltskin for taking his hand and his lover. Meanwhile, Rumplestiltskin works to bypass the protective boundary and leave Storybrooke to find his missing son Baelfire, who is revealed to be Henry's father. The magical boundary around Storybrooke starts to falter, allowing strangers from the outside world to enter the town, including outsiders Greg Mendell and Tamara, who secretly work for a mysterious organization tracking and eliminating magic. Their actions lead to Henry's captivity in Neverland.

Rewriting Fate

After a tragic accident, Elena finds herself waking up in her high school bedroom—ten years in the past, before everything changed. With the painful memory of her first love, Aiden, still haunting her, she now faces a chance to rewrite the story of their relationship. Armed with the knowledge of the past, Elena is determined to fix the mistakes she made, to stop the heartbreak before it ever happens. But as she begins to relive the moments that once felt so familiar, Elena quickly realizes that fate doesn’t let go easily. Her attempts to correct the past set off unexpected consequences, and soon, she finds herself questioning whether her actions will lead to the future she hopes for—or if she’s destined to lose Aiden all over again. With a second chance at love, Elena must navigate the complexities of time, destiny, and the choices she makes—while coming to terms with the fact that some things might be better left untouched.

Startled, she turned to face him, her eyes wide with a mixture of apprehension and sadness. “Cethian,” she responded softly, her voice tinged with the sorrow of her people’s plight. “What is it?” He closed the distance between them, his eyes never leaving hers. “The war is tearing our worlds apart,” he said, his tone as cold and precise as the strategy forming in his mind. “But there is a way to end the suffering and bring about a lasting peace.” Airi’s eyes filled with tears, her heart breaking at the thought of the destruction already wrought. “How?” she whispered, her voice trembling with the weight of her grief. “How can we stop this?” Cethian’s gaze intensified, his emotions a volatile mix of cold logic and burning obsession. “Marry me,” he said, each word a command that brooked no refusal. “Marry me, and I will end this war. Our union will bring peace to our kingdoms and secure the future for both our peoples.” Airi’s breath hitched, her mind reeling from the impact of his words. “Marry you?” she echoed, struggling to comprehend the gravity of his proposal. “But… why? Why would you…” He stepped closer, his gaze piercing into her soul, filled with a dark, possessive hunger. “Because I love you,” he said, his voice both a whisper and a declaration. “But my love is not the gentle, romantic kind you dream of. It is fierce, consuming, and I will do whatever it takes to make you mine.” Airi’s eyes widened in shock, her heart pounding as she tried to process the intensity of his emotions. “Cethian, I…” He silenced her with a look, his expression hardening with determination. “This war is about power, yes, but for me, it is also about you. I want you, Airi. I have wanted you from the moment I saw you. Marrying you is not just a political maneuver; it is a necessity for my heart and soul. You are mine, and I will not let anything stand in the way of that.” Airi felt a shiver run down her spine, her mind torn between the desperation to save her people and the fear of becoming a pawn in his ruthless game. “But… what about my people? How can I trust you?” Cethian’s eyes softened slightly, though his resolve remained unshaken. “Trust is earned, Airi. And I will prove my devotion to you by ending this war, by saving your kingdom. Marry me, and I promise you will see that my love, twisted as it may seem, is unwavering and true. Together, we can shape a new future, one where our people thrive, and where you are by my side, as my queen.” She looked at him, her tears flowing freely now, her heart aching with the weight of his words. “You will marry me, Airi,” he repeated, his voice a blend of command and desperate longing. “Not because you are forced, but because it is the only way to bring peace and because, deep down, you know you belong with me.”

When staring into the abyss one must understand that she stairs back with eyes full of anger and hatred, for she was awoken in a time before nothing, a time of monsters. Now i must pay for my predecessors curse and find a way to mend our shattered soul

Risa Nakagami, an 18-year-old farm girl, is eagerly preparing for her sister’s arrival and the upcoming Christmas season. Living a simple yet fulfilling life with her family and her childhood friend, Aaron, she has everything she could wish for. On Christmas day, just as Risa is about to return home with her sister and new lover during a serene walk, a tragic accident claims her life. Awakening in an unfamiliar world, Risa discovers she has been reincarnated as Stella Bushido, the Princess of Lunia. With her memories of her past life intact, she faces the challenge of adapting to her new identity and responsibilities. In the world of Utalia, where Lunia resides, Stella must navigate palace intrigues, political alliances, and the looming threat of rivalling forces that seek to destabilize her realm. Join Stella's journey as the Queen of Lunia, and her reign as the Dark Queen of Arcania in this ultimate tale. --------------------- This was long overdue, and just like Luscious Ambition, this is the ULTIMATE version of Stella's story coming with an entirely new ending and new world-building! To all the Stella fans, I'm giving Stella a proper story, truly.

Five years ago,Cara Daniels and Dave Matthews had a brief romance that left them with memories.When Dave left suddenly, Cara had no choice but to pick up left over pieces to take care of her child. Now they meet again as mature people of present. As past starts to resurface can they build a future together?

A profound love story about connection, pain, healing. Two people meet, fall in love and their lives take them apart. It involves rebuilding life, recalling the better parts of their history, enduring pain and eventually returning to restoration.

Of all the ways to lose her virginity, Cindy Baker chose to have a one-night stand with a total stranger, one she knew nothing about except his first name - Kyle. Her mother’s ill-health, her unplanned pregnancy, and her new job which came suddenly, hit her all at once, plunging her into a sea of confusion. When Cindy and Kyle reunited, the steamy sensation that once swept them off their feet seemed far, upon realizing that Kyle had gotten married to a certain Stephanie, a good-for-nothing, whom his mother had forced on him. Who is Stephanie, really? What could be worse when Cindy found out that her boss, the one who had made life unbearable for her, was the mother to her one-nighter - Kyle? Read, as more secrets are unraveled!!!

After waking up in an unfamiliar room, in an unfamiliar world, and with no recollection of his past memories. The next thing he knew, he is now a new participant in an unknown world of Insinia called, the Avatrax - an individual that possesses special abilities. With his past memories missing, the protagonist is now only pushed by his desire to get back home... ---------------------------------------------------------- Note from the Author: This is my very first story to be published now, with an old concept from my junior high self - it is basically a fictional story inspired by my everyday life. Think of it as my diary or journal in a novel form. :)

A poignant tale of love, loss, and the enduring connections that bind souls across time. - (Based on Himmapan Forest (Thai))

Twenty years ago, Mira, a 17-year-old girl, died in what she thought was a fatal accident. But death was not the end, but the beginning of a nightmare. Reborn again and again 99 times, she finally awakens in the world of her first life- Earth. But like the other worlds she lived in, the same system has also reshaped Earth, binding humanity to a harsh new reality. A world where survival is determined by power and magical abilities, giving rise to humanity's new hope- the Hunters. Mira must confront the cycle of destruction once more. Will she finally find a way to break free from this curse, or will her life end just like the others, leaving Earth to ruin?

Be someone that don't take anything granted and be content on what you have. Note: I'll be continuing the chapter upload...

The writer of the novel is inside of her book as the hated character, a cliché story but she'll make a difference.

Within an abandoned world filled with warring communities, fighting over dwindling resources and against the growing wildlife, there lies a boy in a search for meaning, for closure, and for peace amongst his troubled past and the people it involves in. Whether it involves a fight for his survival or an attempt to deeply connect to his environment, observe as the boy treks through the decimated, yet lively landscape of what once was the U.S, in pursuit of what used to be and perhaps, what could've been. Inspired, influenced, and dedicated to the atmospheric and beautifully raw music of Low Roar. New chapters every Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday.

Six years ago, Tang Shi Yi disappeared from Ye Heng's side, leaving without a trace. The next time they saw each other again was at a company event where Tang Shi Yi appeared as a shareholder. The woman was still beautiful, attracting the attention of countless men. Fate allowed them to run into each other again, countless times even though Tang Shi Yi wanted to avoid Ye Heng. She had a secret and was determined not to tell him about her children. One day, Ye Heng saw the young boy who stood beside Tang Shi Yi. Ye Heng looked at the little boy who resembled himself before looking at the woman before him. "Tell me the truth. This boy... He is my son, right?" Tang Shi Yi looked away anxiously, wondering how she should explain the situation. Book from the same universe: The Author Must Die Cover Illustration by Kirinlukis