In The Shadow Of Your Wings

A woman on the run and a guy who wants to safe her. A tale as old as time but can this one also have a happy ending when both have skeletons in the closet?

Li Ran was just an ordinary young man on Earth. Yet in the fully immersive MMORPG, The End of the Divine Realm, he became a legendary player feared and admired by countless rivals. Armed with flawless skill and tactical brilliance, he and his rare pet—the Darkmoon Dragon Princess—achieved near-mythical status as the “Mythic Player.” But on the night of the global championship, Li Ran lost consciousness under mysterious circumstances. When he awakens, he finds himself in a brand-new world teeming with magic and fantastical creatures—an otherworld where his in-game equipment and abilities have somehow become very real. Setting off with the Darkmoon Dragon Princess by his side, Li Ran embarks on an epic adventure. Whether he’s outsmarting hordes of slimes or taking on fearsome dragons and undead threats, his courage and ingenuity guide him to victory time after time. Yet a far greater challenge looms on the horizon: hidden conspiracies, powerful adversaries, and other travelers from Earth all lie in wait, transforming his quest into a thrilling blend of danger and wonder. Can Li Ran once again rise to the top of this magical realm and unearth the truth behind his destiny? Witness how he leverages his game-honed strategies to reshape an entire world and write a new chapter of legend—one that belongs entirely to him!

A chance meeting at an airport lounge brings two strangers together: Haru, a laid-back freelance photographer searching for inspiration, and Elise, an organized and practical travel blogger seeking to write her ultimate guide. Despite their stark differences, they impulsively decide to travel together across the globe. Their journey takes them to bustling cities, tranquil countryside, and hidden gems, where they experience cultural wonders, awkward mishaps, and quiet moments of self-discovery. As they navigate new environments and face personal challenges, they find themselves growing closer, learning to appreciate the beauty of the world and each otherthrough fresh perspectives. During the flight, Haru's carefree nature clashes with Elise's meticulous planning. He teases her about her color-coded notes, while she critiques his lack of a solid plan. Their banter starts off as light annoyance but soon turns into genuine interest as they share their reasons for traveling. When they land in Thailand, Haru impulsively suggests they explore together. Elise hesitates but, intrigued by his spontaneity, agrees. And so begins their unlikely partnership an adventure filled with humor, heartfelt connections, and moments that redefine their views on life and love.

The protagonist awakens in an endless void, surrounded by silence and darkness. A strange feeling of emptiness fills him, yet he doesn’t feel fear. It is as if everything has lost its meaning. Is he dead? Or is this the beginning of something else? He wonders, but finds no answer. His memories are foggy and fragmented. He was a 21-year-old student, leading an isolated life, knowing only books and wild animals. His world was quiet, dark, as if life itself was absent from his awareness. Then, in a moment of clarity, he finds himself somewhere else. But is it a place? Or just a thought he is floating in? Deep within an icy cave, surrounded by shattered bones, stands a massive statue of an ancient ice dragon guarding two mysterious eggs. Something in this scene pulls him in, as if the cave isn’t just a place, but the very heart of darkness itself. Is he still alive? Or merely a reflection of an old idea, one he no longer remembers?

“Next, we have the most noble recipient of the Order of the Garter, the Grand Cross of Saint Michael and Saint George, the Grand Cross of the Bath, the Victoria Cross and the lower grades of Knighthood, the leader of the anti-colonial movement, the bell-ringer of the East India Company, the hero of the Crimean War, a Fellow of the Royal Society, a lifelong dear friend of literary giants such as Dickens and Great Dumas, a steadfast supporter of scientific luminaries like Faraday and Darwin, having served as assistant under-secretary, deputy under-secretary, and permanent under-secretary in departments of the Home Office and the Navy Department of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, the inaugural Cabinet Secretary and head of the civil service, the first graduate and most distinguished alumnus of our school. Please welcome Sir Arthur Hastings to deliver a speech on the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the University of London.” Arthur's gaze swept across the crowd before him, looking at the young faces and murmured, “Agares, what do you think I should say?” The Red Devil's wraith hovered behind him, saliva almost dribbling from the corner of his mouth, “Look at these ignorant souls; they still worship you as a hero. Why not say something they'd like to hear?” Arthur took a deep breath and let out a deafening roar, “Oxford is a bunch of whores' bastards!” “Oh!!!!” The audience erupted into thunderous applause. “Cambridge is the same!” he added immediately. The applause grew even more fervent... (The protagonist, possessed by a devil, travels through 19th-century Britain in a world without magic)

Two Souls. Two Fates. One Chance to Change the Past. Leticia Murray—a bastard, rejected by her own family, betrayed by those she trusted, and accused of conspiring with dark mages. On the day of her execution, she does not beg for mercy. But when the axe falls… she opens her eyes in her fifteen-year-old body. This is a chance. A chance to save those she lost. A chance to break free from a predestined fate. But Leticia is not alone. Another voice awakens in her mind—Aya Smith, a girl from another world who died in an accident. Kind, naïve, yet possessing an unyielding spirit, she becomes part of Leticia’s new life. They are so different that their union seems impossible. But they have no choice—they are bound by a single fate. Can Leticia deceive this world and escape her past? Can Aya teach her trust and light? Or will their souls destroy each other?

Long ago, the wicked White Queen launched a brutal war of conquest, bringing the lands to freezing ruin. An entire generation was swallowed by the flame and horror of the Queen's War. It ended as it must: the White Queen was slain, her ambitions broken, her erstwhile kingdom shattered. It has been some years now since the news of her death, but the lands still bear the scars of her cruelty. And where humanity has retreated, fae, demons and other horrors have sprung up from the shadows. The young wizard Martimeos journeys through these cursed and shadowed lands, searching for a sign of his older brother, who disappeared into the fire and fury of the Queen's War. Joined by the mysterious swamp-witch Elyse, they must make their way through this dangerous world, uncovering haunting memories of the past. As Martimeos finds his brother's trail, he begins to wonder what sort of man he was, and whether or not the war had changed him. How far will he have to journey until he discovers his brother's fate? How long will he wander west? WANDER WEST, IN SHADOW is a slow-paced, classic sword and sorcery tale that takes place in a dark fantasy world of faded kingdoms and lost history. Magic in this setting is less powerful than in many other fictions, especially when Elyse and Martimeos are first starting out their journey. Discretion is the better part of valor, and it is often better to run than it is to stand and fight. If you are interested in a long story full of danger and mystery and some darker themes, where the protagonists gradually become stronger, this may be the series for you! I will post a chapter a day on weekdays here until the first book is finished. If you are interested, you could also check it out on Royal Road: https://www.royalroad.com/fiction/98391/wander-west-in-shadow-slow-burn-dark-fantasy

Ástríðr, a young dragon, awakens from a mysterious slumber in an ancient forest on a forgotten peninsula. Her memories are fragmented—she recalls flying with her family before a blinding flash knocked her from the sky. Now, she finds herself alone in a world where dragons have been extinct for millennia. Disguising herself as a humanoid, she ventures beyond the wilderness in search of answers. But when she instinctively uses a power that should no longer exist, she draws the attention of those who seek to control her. Forced to flee, she forms fragile alliances while keeping her true nature hidden. As she travels, she uncovers pieces of a long-buried truth—one that will challenge everything she thought she knew. With the weight of the past pressing down on her, Ástríðr must decide who she wants to be in a world that may no longer have a place for her. Wings of the Forgotten is a fantasy adventure of identity, survival, and the search for belonging in an unfamiliar world.

They shattered Ethan’s world—betrayed him, broke him, left him to rot. But some wounds don’t heal. They fester, turning into something darker. Now, he’s back, not as the man they once knew, but as a force of reckoning. With every step, he hunts them down, his vengeance painted in blood. Their screams don’t move him, their pleas mean nothing. This isn’t justice. This isn’t redemption. This is payback.

Shadow of the Fallen follows a young warrior drawn into a battle between ancient forces after a celestial event awakens fallen gods. As dark powers rise, they must uncover hidden truths and harness forbidden magic to save their world. With allies and enemies in disguise, they face a choice: rise above the shadows or be consumed by them.

Secrets in the Shadow follows Ethan Cross, a seasoned investigator whose life is upended when a mysterious case brings him face-to-face with his darkest fears. Set in a city cloaked in secrets, Ethan delves into a labyrinth of betrayal, corruption, and hidden truths. As he uncovers a sinister conspiracy tied to his own past, Ethan is forced to confront not only the enemies lurking in the shadows but also the inner demons he thought he had buried long ago. This novel blends psychological intrigue with edge-of-your-seat suspense, weaving a tale of resilience, redemption, and the enduring battle between light and darkness within us all.

In an isolated, ancient forest on a forgotten peninsula, a dragon awakens from a long, mysterious slumber deep underground. Her memories are fragmented—she recalls soaring the skies with her family before a blinding flash of light struck, sending her spiraling out of control and knocking her from the sky. When she finally emerges from the cavern, she finds herself alone, surrounded by a world that is eerily quiet. Determined to uncover the truth, she sets out on a journey. Along the way, she discovers that dragons, her kin, are believed to have been extinct for millennia. Her search for answers grows more desperate as she vows to find any survivors—maybe even her own family—while trying to remain hidden from those who would hunt her kind. As she navigates a world filled with humans and strange new landscapes, she meets companions who become her allies. But despite forming bonds with others, she must conceal her true identity, keeping her dragon nature and abilities a secret as she searches for the remnants of her species. Wings of the Forgotten is a fantasy novel with a touch of adventure, exploring themes of identity, belonging, and the search for family in a world that has forgotten what once was.

In the midst of the battlefield, a deep crater—formed by the sheer devastation—lay before them. Among the ruins, two figures stood, gazing at the Shadow Demon, who was kneeling on the ground, gripping his black sword. "Now, perish, Shadow Demon." One of the two men spoke, raising his sword. "So… this is how I die? I failed to achieve my goal…" the Shadow Demon thought as he stared at the two men before him. " Bastard! If I am to die, I will take you with me!" he roared before detonating his core, triggering a massive explosion. BOOOOM! A deafening explosion echoed throughout the valley, leveling everything in its wake. Not a single mountain remained. — "What? I'm still alive? How is that possible? I remember detonating my core…" A young boy, around 13 or 14 years old, muttered to himself. Turning to the side, he was shocked upon seeing his reflection, but he quickly regained his composure. "So… I’ve been reincarnated once again." At that moment, a flood of memories surged into his mind. "In this life… my name is Drake Vexhart."

Shadow of Glory is an epic dark fantasy tale, where the fates of heroes and villains intertwine in a deadly conflict for power and survival. In a world ruled by dead gods and corrupt nobles, Lodtrack, a peasant prodigy in combat, faces forces beyond his understanding. Despite being chosen as the bodyguard of the future lord, Leonor, his destiny will be marked by betrayal, internal struggles, and a dark power that threatens to consume everything he knows. When a bloody war and the assassination of the emperor unleash total chaos, Lodtrack must navigate through broken alliances, hidden secrets, and ancient enemies. Alongside Leonor and a group of unexpected allies, he will confront demons, treacherous elves, and the threat of an ancient power that controls the fate of all. But in this world where light and shadow blend, even the bravest heroes must face the darkness within themselves. In Shadow of Glory, each victory is a condemnation, and every sacrifice could be the key to changing the fate of the empire… or destroying it entirely.

In a world where ancient pacts still bind mortal families to the whims of the fae, fifteen-year-old Ali must spend her summers in the Summer Court as tribute—a centuries-old price for a mysterious transgression committed by her ancestors. But what begins as a journey into a realm of enchanting beauty quickly reveals itself as a dangerous game of politics, power, and hidden agendas. When the enigmatic Summer Queen announces that some tributes, including Ali, will be sent to stay with the Winter Court, Ali finds herself caught in a web of fae intrigue. Ali must uncover the truth behind her family's ancient agreement with the fae—before she becomes another casualty of their immortal games. I will be publishing this novel on Royal Road.

Yamirei's journey begins when he is discovered by the Moon Clan elder, who recognizes the peril in Yamirei's dark life force and seals it to maintain peace within the clan. As Yamirei grows, he develops a close friendship with Tsuki, the clan's heir. Their bond strengthens, but as time passes, Yamirei grapples with his identity and the burgeoning darkness within him. The story delves into the delicate balance of light and darkness within Yamirei, exploring how love and friendship can conceal inner darkness. However, this balance is threatened when love is lost, and the resultant hatred begins to fuel Yamirei's sealed powers. As the plot unfolds, the themes of love, betrayal, and the eternal battle between light and dark are examined. Yamirei's inner turmoil and the eventual release of his dark powers lead to dramatic confrontations and revelations, challenging the stability of the Moon Clan and the very essence of his and Tsuki's bond.

In a world shattered by the merging of countless realms, Earth merged by thousands of planet to be it's anchor and became the center of a brutal new reality where strength means survival. After losing everything to a Dungeon collapse, young Ken, haunted by grief, swears to never be weak again. Join Ken on a relentless journey to grow stronger, no matter the cost. His rise is not for power nor fame but for survival. Main Character: Ken Reindza Contact info: Kenitsuhiroshima01@gmail.com

We all dream. With time some us forget them. Nightmares are more memorable. Dust, wanted his dream to be fullfilled, for that he need to survive nightmares.

Guys here is my pitch..... In the sprawling world of fantasy, we’ve often been treated to tales of heroes reincarnated with divine blessings, legendary powers, or cheat-like abilities, thrust into magical lands as shining saviors—or chaotic terrors. But what happens when the very concept of reincarnation becomes a curse? When the divine boon is a big fat joke, and the "cheat system" doesn’t quite… cheat? Enter John, the unluckiest reincarnate. Blessed by a god and thrust into a fantasy world, he dreams of glory, power, and adventure—only to wake up as a normal, utterly powerless bird. Not a mythical phoenix, not an ancient thunder eagle. Just… a bird. To make matters worse, this world is no ordinary realm. It's a land scarred by the devastating legacies of past isekai’d heroes and villains, whose reckless exploits piled skeletons into mountains and turned their cheats into harbingers of chaos. Fed up with these unruly intruders, the ancients of the realm banded together to create a world-shaking seal: all reincarnated souls are trapped in the bodies of harmless animals, confined to isolated sanctuaries that function more like fantasy zoos. Here’s the twist: this isn’t mercy. It’s a resource grab. The powerful beast tamers of this realm have turned these reincarnated souls into exotic pets, prized for their cheat-like potential. John finds himself at the bottom of the food chain in every sense. His cheat doesn’t work. His human form is gone. And his world is filled with predatory cultivators who see him as either a snack or a tool. But John isn’t one to give up so easily. What starts as despair quickly turns into cunning survival. With wings and wit as his only tools, John must navigate layers of misfortune, dodge fate’s sharp talons, and cheat his way through a world determined to keep him grounded. Get ready to join John on a wildly unconventional journey—one where reincarnation isn’t a ticket to greatness, but a death sentence he’s determined to rewrite. His story is one of humor, wit, and persistence, as he explores a world where he is the joke and his survival is the punchline. Main tags: reincarnation/isekai, beast taming cultivation system, comedy, action, adventure. Of course No-harem!

When the sky changed, the world followed. Dimensions collided, birthing an Earth teeming with magic and peril. Silas awakens in a mysterious cave, roots entwined in his body, and a bond to an ancient, mystical tree he cannot explain. Stripped of everything he knows, he must navigate a stunning yet dangerous land, where even the smallest acts—like aiding an injured cub—could spark life-or-death confrontations. In this world of wonder and terror, Silas must uncover the truth of his origins and embrace the destiny written in his very roots. How far will he go to survive, and what secrets does this beautiful world hide?

In the Shadow of the Crown With Princess Lena of Isendria, it has always been a life of duty and obligation, furthered by her marriage to King Lysander of Draegor. It is a union of power, one that perfectly matches the stability sought by her kingdom. But when Lena meets Kaelen, a demon whose dark presence challenges everything she has ever known, everything will change. Kaelen is no ordinary demon; for centuries, he has lived in the shadows, cursed and bounded by forces beyond his control. Instantly drawn together, Lena has a feeling of connection toward him that she just can't refuse. Yet her heart is torn because she has sworn to be his, Lysander's-a man representing everything she's been brought up to believe in. The bond that she shares with Kaelen, however, is incomparable. Torn between a love that would ruin her future and a kingdom on the brink of chaos, Lena is faced with an impossible decision: to honor her engagement to the crown or to risk it all for a forbidden love that could tear her world apart. In a world where the heart is truly a matter of life and death, one decision by Lena will determine not only her future but that of her kingdom.

In a world ravaged by war, humanity clings to survival behind the walls of massive domes. Within, society is safe-yet far from perfect. Outside, monstrous mutants roam, the remnants of a world lost to an unseen disaste Alec dray is a mercenary-someone who takes dangerous jobs and does what it takes to survive. With no love for anyone but himself, he's learned that the world inside the domes isn't as safe as it seems. But what really happened out there, in the world beyond? The truth is buried, and only the brave-or the foolish-venture into the unknown to find it. In a world where knowledge is power, what happens when the lies start to unravel ?

In a realm where the power of creation is reserved for men, the world’s destiny lies in the hands of the Weaver Kings, who spin the threads of reality through a mystical loom. Women, though equally gifted, are forbidden from approaching the Loom of Aeons, dismissed as unworthy and dangerous. Aera, a young woman born with the rare ability to see the threads of magic, refuses to conform. When her twin brother, a prodigious but cruel Weaver, ascends to power, Aera discovers a secret: the Loom is unraveling, and its collapse will bring an end to the fabric of their world. Desperate to prevent catastrophe, Aera secretly begins to learn the forbidden art of weaving, guided by fragmented wisdom from an ancient sisterhood of rebels erased from history.

In the Land of Light, magick was a paradoxical force: an intrinsic part of the world yet reviled and forbidden. It was a taboo so entrenched that children born with magick were often hidden, ostracized, or worse, in the name of purity. In stark contrast, the Shadow Realm viewed magick as a cherished and precious art, even as its power waned. While magick thrived in secrecy or peril in the Land of Light, it was celebrated and preserved as a fading but sacred tradition across the border. This dichotomy set the stage for a tale of conflict, resilience, and the value of magick in a divided world.

A girl that lived in her imagination, has to leave it in order to overcome obstacles that chasing her since one accident. And in the deepest part of the soul, there are more than just feelings.

“In a house divided by status, secrets, and the whisper of wings, freedom feels as distant as the stars.” When Laura Charles takes a position at the prestigious Wyndham Estate, she plans to keep her head down, her past hidden, and her heart untangled. Among the polished silver and immaculate halls, she’s determined to play her part as the perfect lady's maid: quiet, diligent, and invisible. But nothing at Wyndham is as simple as it seems. From Amber, the exuberant housemaid, to Mrs. Hobbs, the sharp and rigid housekeeper, the servants' hall brims with personalities as complex as the estate itself. Among them is Aleksi, a towering, sharp-tongued footman whose presence stirs something Laura can't quite define. As their paths cross in unexpected ways, sparks fly—not of romance but of class tension and sharp disdain. Yet beneath the barbs and silences lies an unsettling intensity that neither can fully ignore. Meanwhile, the estate hides more than just its opulent splendor. Foreign servants whisper in a language Laura doesn’t understand, and the weight of expectations crushes everyone under the roof, noble or not. In a world where every glance and gesture is a battle for survival, trust becomes a dangerous luxury, and the line between ally and enemy blurs. As the seasons shift and the stakes rise, Laura finds herself trapped between two wings: the strict confines of duty and the yearning for something more—freedom, perhaps, or even love. But how far will she go to protect herself when her heart and her carefully constructed walls are both at risk of crumbling? Between Wings is a tale of class, romance, and survival, where every choice is fraught with danger and even the smallest kindness can have far-reaching consequences. For fans of slow-burn romance, rich historical drama, and characters navigating a world determined to define them, this is a story of transformation and defiance against all odds.