Grinch Stealing Christmas Tree

"Gordon! Why are you late? The awakening ceremony is right now!" Jessica said urgently when she saw Gordon come through the doors of the awakening center. Shrugging Gordon didn't say anything. The last thing in the world that he wanted to do was tell this beautiful girl that he had been tripped and beaten on the way to school today. It was times like this that he wished that he bruised more easily. Then maybe he could get some attention. But this thought was fleeting in his mind. Gordon actually preferred to deal with his problems in his own way. And awakening to become a beast tamer and maybe even have his own talent would be the first step. Once he had a powerful beast the bullies wouldn't dare pick on him. "Come on, let's get in line." Jessica whispered to Gordon when she realized that he wasn't going to tell her what had happened. Together they went to the back of the arena type auditorium to wait for their turn to awaken. They had been friends since childhood and had been there for each other through thick and thin. Jessica had been the only friend that stuck with him despite all of his quirks. Slowly the line inched forward. Occasionally some people in their class would cheer if in addition to becoming a beast master a student also awakened a talent.

Upon waking, Jiang Hui found himself to have unbelievably transformed into a willow tree, luckily, he had the Golden Finger by his side. Looking around, he suddenly had a grand dream, that was to create a powerful tribe that could stand the test of time. But what's the story with this Stone Village in the neighboring mountain range? And who is this lad named Shi Hao?! Also, what's the deal with those nine worms dragging a massive bronze coffin?!

【 Warning : Mature Content R-18 】 "What do you mean by I need to steal MILFs to become stronger!?" Waking up in an unfamiliar body of a Prince, Lucian stares in bewilderment as a transparent panel materializes before him, displaying a message that demands — "You need to steal MILFs to become stronger!" His mind races with confusion. What does that even mean?? As the absurdity of his new reality sinks in, he begins to accept the dark possibilities before him. In his previous life, as a master seducer, no beauty had ever escaped his demonic embrace. Now, with this new body, he savors the thrill of his newfound power. Their desires will become my playground, and their most sacred secrets will be mine to exploit. "You’re the Empress? I'll grant you a divine body if you submit to me." "Your lover is a once-in-a-thousand-years genius? So what? I’ll make you a prodigy that comes once in a million." "Your husband is the sect leader of a powerful immortal sect? Irrelevant. I’ll elevate you to become an immortal goddess." To claim the fate points of the 'Sons of Heaven,' Lucian will seduce their cherished ones and drain their divine essence. ============================= 【 Additional Tags: Incest, Harem, System, R-18, Mature, Reincarnation, Anti-Hero, Shameless Protagonist, Overpowered Protagonist, Immoral Protagonist, Dual Cultivation, Vampire, Demons, Elves, Devil, Gods, Goddess, Politics, Comedy, Face-smacking. 】 【 Author's note: You can expect a lot of smut. If any of this bothers you, this is not for you. 】 【 Discord link - https://discord.gg/Vnnfy5vjda 】 【 250 Powerstones = 1 Bonus Chapter 】 【 50 Golden Tickets = 2 Bonus Chapters 】 【 Magic Castle = 10 Bonus Chapters [Release within next 30 days] 】 【 Bonus Chapter(s) will be updated at the start of the next month 】 【 Cover is not mine 】

An Jing had transmigrated into the body of an ancient farm girl whom everyone could bully. On the day she crossed over, she was sold. Alright, seizing the servitude contract, stepping on her good-for-nothing parents, she held her freedom in her grasp, she was in charge of her marriage, she called the shots for her future—nobody could point fingers at her! An Jing assertively slapped her servitude contract onto the man beside her, "Keep it safe, from now on I belong to you." The man: "......" The man doted on her. Whatever she wanted to do, she did, and they even teamed up to torment all sorts of scum. The couple's life was incredibly satisfying. It's just that the man's identity... (A gratifying story, with both strong male and female leads, 1v1 pampering)

Winged beasts with a hundred-meter wingspan swooped from the skies above. Bloodthirsty creatures weaved and leapt between skyscrapers, in search of prey. Thunderous beasts shrouded in lightning took steps that shook the earth with each stride. Humans hid, trembling in the city ruins, praying for the protection of the World Tree. Outside the city, a gargantuan tree that eclipsed the sun, opened its eyes. "This is the city under my sanctuary. Leave, or meet your death!" In an instant, all beasts submitted. PS: Mutated Animals + Lord genre! Early-stage main storyline: Tame Mutated Animals and establish power. In the mid to late stages, the protagonist can transform into a human.

Obtaining ancient inheritance, the small farmer embarks on a path of prosperity. Let me show you the power of a small farmer!

# HAPPY ENDING # 1V1 # DAILYFAMILYLIFE # POWERFULMINISTER # PURE PROTAGONISTS In his previous life, Xue Yan was a powerful minister. When he returned to seven years of age, he no longer wanted to be one anymore. He simply wanted to settle down in this ravine, be a farmer like his brothers, and grow crops like ordinary people, so that he wouldn’t end up as he did in his previous life. In that life, he had all the power in the world, but his family was not fated to have a good ending. Unexpectedly, his father picked up a baby girl. She was great in all aspects except one. She couldn’t be allowed to sneak out alone. Otherwise, she would bring back a great general one time, and bring back a prince with a different surname the next. She even rescued the empress dowager of this dynasty…Not long after, she brought back the Emperor!***Jiang Yu, the best commander of Area A in the wasteland age, had transmigrated through ancient times and become a three-and-a-half-year-old girl!

Der Kleinbauer, der ein uraltes Erbe erlangt, begibt sich auf den Weg des Wohlstandes. Lassen Sie mich Ihnen die Macht eines Kleinbauern zeigen!

[Mature Content Warning] Markos is a new templar in the Order of the Holy Sword. He must venture through the wilds of Drassin to slay demons, and stop elves from corrupting the world with magic. When he uncovers a conspiracy that runs deep through the very faith of Drassin, he must survive it or die trying. In this world where love between humans and magic users are forbidden, what will he do if he falls in love with the very people he's supposed to be fighting? ----- The Church of the Holy Sword denounces elves as the destroyers of the world. All magic use is forbidden. With its Templars, the Holy Sword has driven elves into the dark wild places. Elves wield the raw essence of magic that gives birth to demons. They warn to never let an elf meet your eye or else you will be cursed as a heartless beast until the end of your days. All his life, Markos Louvel dreamed of becoming one of the elite templars of the Order of the Holy Sword, sworn to protect all of Dressin from the threat of demons, elves, and vile magic users. One day in preparation for his proving trials, he stumbled across an elf bathing in a pool while hunting for a rare white deer. Once he encounters her, he finds himself rushed into his templar trials as his own magical ability awakens. A novel based on my rpg setting of "Shattered Universe" Cover Art by Nicoy Guevarra (https://nicoyguevarra.wixsite.com) With additional art by Kim_Lei and Nicoy Guevarra. Discord: https://discord.gg/Y79vUr4mrf Ko-fi: https://www.ko-fi.com/studiohnh

Akin is killed and is mysteriously reborn as the son of his murderer. Now and with a system that let's him steal abilities from anybody he sets on the path to get revenge and become the king of football the dream he didn't manage to achieve in his previous life

It is said that on Jue mountain, there is a peak called Xian Peak . On the peak there is an ancient tree. On the tree were two ginseng fruits... Xue Ran Ran's body had been weak since she was a baby. The adoptive parents kept her and raised her to maintain a long life When she was sixteen years old, she had to become a disciple practitioner of the Su Yishui. The master was cold and frightening and often had a strange attitude towards her. However, she was not interested in practicing. Ever since she entered the sect, she have been a usless discipline. She heard that Master's former teacher was a female demon lord, Mu Qingge, who was punished to death by the major sects. But in the last moment, her remaining soul was led to take shelter on the rebirth tree in the ginseng fruit. But the ginseng tree has two fruits. If one bore Mu Qingge, who was another one bore.. What's wrong with the emergence of two ginseng fruits? Or is there a complicated mystery hidden behind it? Adapted from the web novel "Xian Tai You Shu" (仙台有树) by Kuang Shang Jia Kuang (狂上加狂) Originally unofficially translated by a wordpress admin. Permission given to share. Update at least 5 parts daily. Total include 106 chapters.

In the private Hero High School, where young talents of dungeon explorers gather, Makoto Akaya enrolls, believing in his own abilities. However, upon discovering the gap between himself and his classmates, he realizes that he is the biggest failure in the school. Nevertheless, in the midst of despair, he encounters a skill tree that only he can use, and Makoto Akaya's life begins to change for the better.

Elias kang, a renowned cardiologist, expected a lot of things from his 32nd birthday. His 20s ex and his first love, both of whom he hadn't seen in over a decade, crash landing in his life again was not one of them. (Love triangle- the 20s ex who's a high profile lawyer now, or the highschool crush and first love CEO?) (cover in progress, temporary one for now) (Daily updates)

Jeff Anzon, a young man who had just turned 18, was instructed by his father to inherit their family's fortune. He was stunned by this news since what was he going to inherit - their old wooden house? He didn't argue and decided to go back home since he missed them. But a huge problem occurred when he went to the airport and boarded the plane. During the flight, a weird phenomenon happened. Even though it was a bright and sunny day, suddenly it turned stormy, dark, and rainy. As the plane crashed to an uncharted island, Jeff found himself stuck on this island. So, what should he do? Of course, move on and build shelter. Luckily a suitcase floated before him, and he saw an axe inside. As he chopped a tree, he was stunned by the sudden occurrence. 10 Golden Tickets = 1 Bonus Chapter 100 Power Stones = 1 Bonus Chapter

It was supposed to be a night like any other, but when Ezekiel Kane stumbled into a cursed ritual on Christmas Eve, the world as we know it shattered. He never meant to open it—never meant to unleash the darkness that had been sealed away for millennia. But some powers are too terrible to be contained forever, and the Devil’s breath—an ancient, apocalyptic force—was waiting for the right moment to break free. That moment is now. The night sky bleeds with blood-red clouds, and the earth trembles as unspeakable creatures rise from the abyss. Ancient gods descend to reclaim what is theirs—humanity’s last breath. The dead walk again, and the world is drowning in its own terror. There is no safety. There is no escape. As Ezekiel becomes the unwitting vessel of this cosmic nightmare, his body and soul are torn apart by forces beyond comprehension. His connection to the Book of Shadows gives him power—but that power comes at a price. The line between man and monster blurs as he struggles to control the hellish abilities coursing through his veins, knowing that every use of his power brings him closer to becoming the very thing he fears. Haunted by the ghosts of those he’s damned and stalked by a god who seeks to consume him, Ezekiel is dragged deeper into a nightmare where sanity is the first casualty, and death is only the beginning. With the help of Mara, a mysterious, fierce ally hiding secrets of her own, Ezekiel must fight to survive against horrors that defy all logic. But the gods are not the only threat. There are darker things waiting—things that were never meant to walk this earth. As the night grows colder and the horrors mount, Ezekiel realizes the truth: the Devil’s breath isn’t just the death of the world—it’s the birth of something far worse. A reckoning is coming. The sky will burn. The earth will crack. And when the last breath is drawn, no one will be left standing.

A story following a young hunter named Jay. He has grown up in a world where dungeons, monsters, and humans with leveling systems are a cultural norm. At the age of 20, he awakens a skill that allows him to steal the abilities of monsters. While others are stuck with a specific skill set, he continues to grow stronger after every battle. Follow Jay's journey as he learns more about his unique situation in a world that's grown blind to the real dangers of modern-day dungeon diving.  What to expect: -Weak To Strong Male MC -Fast Leveling + Rare Magical Items -Stats + Hidden Abilities + LitRPG System -Explosions, Monsters, & Epic Battles [Daily uploads, a minimum of 7 chapters per week.]

Lucas Hughes died a warrior while in battle. After getting stabbed and slayed, he felt life leaving him until he eventually died completely. But that wasn't the end for him. He got reincarnated into another world, he was reborn as a baby. But the thing was that he was reborn into a poor family. And because of this very reason, life wasn't that easy for him while growing up. He saw his mum struggle a lot to cater for him and his siblings. And witnessing all these made him determined to become successful in life so he could provide his mum with a better life and change his family's status. As if the universe wanted to make it easier for him to achieve his heart desires, he was granted the 'Prosperity System'. With this system, he'd be able to make good amounts of money by stealing heroines from their heroes and conquering them. He'd provide his family with a better life, invest in businesses, become the CEO of many enterprises, and so on... With this system, he'd become unstoppable, follow him through his journey... ____________ Disclaimer: The system will be introduced in chapter 6 of the novel, be patient. Support this novel with your power stones, comments, gifts, golden tickets, and so on.

After dying while trying to save the Hero's life, only to be abandoned by him the very next instant, Raven ends up before the goddess who'd given him as well as his party their powers. Having witnessed the Hero's failures, the Goddess and Raven strike a deal of mutual benefit. And what's the deal you ask? He has to take over the Hero's spot and strike the forces of evil out of her world. And his reward? The power to steal any woman of course! Revived with the power to seduce anyone no matter their relationship status, the biggest playboy adventurer begins his journey to rack up the highest body count throughout the world! Special Note: Uncensored character pics on my discord server, please join! Warnings: R18||Violence||BDSM||Heavy Netori Elements(Mc stealing other people's woman) [Note]: 1. None of the heroines will cheat on MC 2. It does involve MC stealing other people's partners - (Netori) 3. Any support especially gifts, golden tickets, votes, etc = more updates more frequently 4. Please let me know about any grammatical errors in any chapter through the comments. 5. Complaints about anything that I've already warned about in the 'warning' section will be ignored. Connect with me here to keep up with the story's progress: Discord: https://discord.gg/JvdHxKekh2

"Have the President fall in love with you or die." The last thing Ariel expected after a weekend of binge reading was to be transmigrated into the same novel as the evil secretary who was bound to be eliminated. "It's okay, I can just disappear from the main story line and live a peaceful life." However her hopes were shattered when a system barged into her mind and pushed her to fulfil the dead secretary wishes. The top one, capture the male lead. As she saw the formidable man sitting in his office chair with leisure, the full time student Ariel who never had an experience wirh boys thought with dismay. 'This is going to be a difficult task.' However, it was this or death So she plunged into the journey of seducing the male lead, unaware that once she gained his attention no one would be able to save her from his clutches. ..... Transmigration. System. Multiple Love Interests with a focus on the alpha lead. Possessive, alpha Male Lead and lots of face slapping. Fast-paced.

Emily is a particularly skilled Mage who is as unusual as she is remarkable. Little do the people around her know, Emily is actually the extension of a religiously significant tree. More than that, Emily only exists because this tree seeks to murder a God. Follow Emily as she journeys across the continent, meeting people, embarking on quests, and digging for the clues that will give her the power to slay a God.

After being transmigrated into a comedic yuri novel as a hapless cannon fodder male character, Luo Wusheng desire one thing only, and that is to survive the incoming battle that would eradicate every member of his Sect. However, the developments of things seem to be spiralling out of his control. After a year full of hardwork, he noticed that some of the original Protagonist Harem Member, who are supposed to be into girls, behaved a little bit weird around him. Soon, he realized why. The Holy Maiden of the Demon Sect has a secret crush on him. The Empress of the Immortal Nation wants to have him as her consort. The Nine-Tailed Fox Netherqueen, the Monarch of the Netherkin Nation, wants to be his mate till the end of time. “Little Yuli! Aren’t you the original main character? Aren’t they all your girl? Please get them off me!” Facing the surrounding sharks, Luo Wusheng cried for help. As the original main character of this Yuri-Themed Xianxia World, the Protagonist nodded her head, and with a determination expression on her face, she answered, “You are right, the only one who can have you is me!” Luo Wusheng, feeling stupified at her word, can only stare in shock toward the incoming meteor that is the female sword cultivator. Luo Wusheng: ???, What's wrong with these girls??

After being transmigrated into a comedic yuri novel as a hapless cannon fodder male character, Luo Wusheng desire one thing only, and that is to survive the incoming battle that would eradicate every member of his Sect. However, the developments of things seem to be spiralling out of his control. After a year full of hardwork, he noticed that some of the original Protagonist Harem Member, who are supposed to be into girls, behaved a little bit weird around him. Soon, he realized why. The Holy Maiden of the Demon Sect has a secret crush on him. The Empress of the Immortal Nation wants to have him as her consort. The Nine-Tailed Fox Netherqueen, the Monarch of the Netherkin Nation, wants to be his mate till the end of time. “Little Yuli! Aren’t you the original main character? Aren’t they all your girl? Please get them off me!” Facing the surrounding sharks, Luo Wusheng cried for help. As the original main character of this Yuri-Themed Xianxia World, the Protagonist nodded her head, and with a determination expression on her face, she answered, “You are right, the only one who can have you is me!” Luo Wusheng, feeling stupified at her word, can only stare in shock toward the incoming meteor that is the female sword cultivator. Luo Wusheng: ???, What's wrong with these girls??

A collection of horror stories set during Christmas, where the warmth and cheer of the holiday season are overshadowed by dark, sinister forces. Each tale explores the eerie and unexpected side of the holidays, blending traditional Christmas elements with terrifying twists. The stories evoke a sense of dread, turning familiar Christmas symbols into harbingers of fear and uncertainty, leaving the characters—and the readers—wondering what horrors lurk behind the festive facade. The collection weaves together suspense, mystery, and terror, all set against the backdrop of the most wonderful time of the year.

In a bleak world cursed by endless plagues and disasters, humanity struggles to survive, believing themselves to be the last remnants of civilization. At the center of their world stands the Eterna Tree, a towering cosmic structure whose roots and branches extend into multiverses and timelines. While some see the tree as a divine symbol of hope, others blame it for humanity's suffering. Darian, a young man hardened by loss, lives in the shadow of this crumbling world, caring for his gravely ill sister, Elira. Desperate to save her, Darian embarks on a perilous journey that draws him into the schemes of kings and scholars.

In Under a tree, Jared is a 25 year-old boy who has spent his life in stagnation, living under the roof of his frustrated mother, aimless and overweight. After years of doing nothing with his life, Jared’s world is shattered when his mother throws him out, forcing him to survive on the streets with nothing but his wits and the food he can scavenge from the trash. His existence becomes a dull cycle of hunger and hopelessness, until one fateful night, as he eats leftover fried rice, he sees a mysterious commercial on a public screen: “Join today to be a villain!” These words ignite something deep within him. a spark of rebellion, ambition, and the possibility of transforming his life by embracing the dark side. Jared begins to wonder if, after a lifetime of being overlooked, becoming the villain might be the key to taking control of his future.

Small-town to big-city contemporary romance; CEO, trauma, healing. Resilient female lead and witty male lead 5/11/2024 ~ Helle Chevalier had lived her entire life in a small town. Her father passed away when she was young, so she grew up with her single mother. From the outside, it seemed a mundane but happy life. However, everything turned upside down when Orion Lennox entered her world. Revealing the town's secrets, he offered her a chance at a new life. Will she take his hand? Or will she remain in her familiar hell? "How about I offer you a contract?" Orion proposed confidently. "If you sign it, you'll become engaged to me. You'll live in a big city, and your mother can escape this town too. It's a win-win." "What do you take me for?!" Helle retorted, her eyes piercing into him. "... I said engaged. We won't have any sexual relationship." "….."

Gu Xuan traveled through the fantasy world and worshipped the Holy Land of Absolute Beginning. He thought that he was going to rise, but who knew that the talent was mediocre, and that he could not make an inch after practicing for more than ten years. Just when he was about to be expelled from the Holy Land, he awakened the ability to view the script of his life. "I turned out to be a support role who was destined to be slapped in the face by the protagonist or become protagonist's little brother?" "And the little maid who brought me the foot wash was actually the reincarnation of the empress, and she also had the fate of a prosperous husband?" Gu Xuan was shocked. Along the way, he made good friends with the female empresses and various destiny heroines, and cut off the opportunity of many children of destiny secretly. Before he knew it, Gu Xuan had already stepped on the top of martial arts, turned his back to all living beings, and overlooked the heavens.

When the Dyson Sphere Project—a daring attempt to harness the Sun’s energy—goes catastrophically wrong, Earth is obliterated in a cosmic explosion. Chu Hang, a lone astronaut on a mission to Mars, discovers that his home planet is gone, leaving him stranded and possibly the last of his kind. Struggling with the loneliness and the weight of humanity’s extinction, Chu Hang stumbles upon a mysterious task system that begins assigning him strange missions, each offering rewards with hints toward making Mars habitable. With each task, from planting trees to constructing solar technology, Chu Hang discovers not just the key to survival but a glimmer of hope for humanity’s rebirth. Now, it’s a race against time, nature, and his own despair as he transforms the barren Mars landscape into a beacon of life. Can one man on a desolate planet rebuild what humanity lost, or is he destined to be the last witness to the end of civilization?

After losing everything. Power, life, family and the most precious thing his Virginity. Alsen was kicked out of his family with nothing. With no parents, no home and no roof over his head, Alsen sought to be buried six feet under and wished he could stop living but death seemed to perceive his yearning and flee away from him. He was betrayed by his people. His Alpha boyfriend and his dear Omega white lotus brother. He had no choice but to flee the city wounded and battered with the petty cash he had at hand. Fate played him in an even more horrible way. He found out he was pregnant with a bastard child and his world came crumbling. He couldn't take good care of himself let alone him having another mouth to feed. Where does he turn to when he doesn't even know who got him pregnant? How was he going to survive in a new environment with nothing to his name? A pregnant male omega. Note: This book contains a lot of smut. Smut will be the main theme in this novel with all our characters, main and supporting characters. I'm considering getting serious with smut in a round of 30 chapters. In case of any gift, I will give one bonus chapter..... 500+ plus coins 2 bonus chapters

In The Kingdom of Elves, the War of Gods 1000 years ago caused the fall of the World Tree. In a world where true gods rule, the fall of the elven civilization came soon after. A 1000 years has passed, the new World Tree is now reborn. Eve Euktrahill, the Mother of Nature, the Goddess of Life, the Great Ruler of Elves. Armed with the ability to connect to the Internet on the blue planet, He (yes, He) now must rely on players from the blue planet to help His goal of reviving the past glory of the elves and the World Tree.