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Title: The Thief of Silver and Souls In the shadows of a kingdom where silver is prized above all and souls can be traded like coins, Zia Renaud is a name that strikes fear and fascination. Known as the Thief of Silver and Souls, she's a daring rogue with a hidden purpose: to avenge the family that was taken from her and to unravel the mystery of her origins. But Zia's latest heist comes with an unexpected twist. When she steals an ancient silver amulet rumored to bind souls, she finds herself entangled with Leon, a cursed prince whose spirit is trapped within the amulet, and Alaric, a mysterious and charming rival thief with secrets of his own. Together, they must navigate a world filled with dangerous magic, underground markets, and ruthless sorcerers—all while racing to uncover the truth behind the amulet's powers and to keep their own dark pasts from consuming them. As alliances blur and passion ignites, Zia will face the ultimate choice: protect her own freedom, or save the souls of those she's come to care for. --- Characters: 1. Zia Renaud The Thief of Silver and Souls. A fearless and witty master thief with a knack for outsmarting anyone who gets in her way. Though she's quick with a blade and quicker with her words, she guards her past closely. Zia is driven by a desire for revenge and freedom, hiding a heart more compassionate than she lets on. 2. Leon Elara The Cursed Prince. Once heir to the throne, Leon's spirit has been bound to a powerful amulet that Zia steals. Trapped and unable to move beyond the amulet's reach, Leon is both Zia's reluctant ally and a source of hidden wisdom, with knowledge of dark magic and court secrets. He carries a tragic history and a hope for redemption. 3. Alaric Draven The Rival Thief. Mysterious, charming, and equally skilled, Alaric has crossed paths with Zia before, and their tension is electric. While he keeps his motives guarded, he's drawn to Zia's fire and the danger that surrounds her. Alaric has ties to the kingdom's criminal underworld and harbors his own reasons for seeking the amulet. 4. Madame Seraphine The Soul Broker. A powerful sorceress who traffics in rare magic and lives off stolen souls. She's the dark force behind the amulet's creation and has a personal vendetta against Zia. Manipulative and vengeful, she'll stop at nothing to reclaim what Zia has taken. 5. Emory Gray The Healer. A gentle but skilled healer who helps Zia after a close escape. Emory has a surprising knowledge of ancient magic, and though he avoids conflict, he becomes a steadfast ally in Zia's quest. His presence in the story adds a balance of calm and support. 6. Lady Isolde The Noblewoman. Once close to Leon, Lady Isolde is now a powerful figure in the royal court, respected for her intelligence and rumored to be ruthless. She has her own reasons for getting involved with Zia's journey, and her loyalty is never quite clear, making her a mysterious and unpredictable presence.

Zheng Chao lived as the second son of the Zheng merchant family, which is considered one of the most important merchant families in the country. Zhao's childhood was not special. He was not the son of a concubine who was bullied by his family like his younger brother, nor was he the genius son who was outdone by the "illegitimate" son (like his older brother). However, he lived a peaceful life away from the struggles of succession. He was associated with a fire spirit (yellow spirit) who was considered good. The war of succession was at its most intense when their father fell ill and he was removed from the battle of succession. This decision was not because he was useless, but because he was "ordinary", not talented in martial arts, and did not have strong alliances. After the fighting intensified, he left the family of his own free will and went on a journey to explore the world.

For twenty years, Raiten has been bound to the Thunder Tower and made the enslaved guardian of his clan's northern pillar. Once, he dreamed of freedom and fought for a friend he believed in. Now, she’s returned—a hero, wielding the power he stole for her. The only question that remains is, how will Raiten kill her? Will he choose forgiveness and carve for himself a new life, beyond the tower, beyond the clan? Or, will he sink in the depraved depths of bloody vengeance? Perhaps a bit of both. [Note: cover is AI art. I am only using this temporarily: once I am not broke, I will pay a proper artist for an awesome cover!] [Note 2: Originally published on RoyalRoad]

Humans have evolved once again. Multiple research studies say that due to humans' exposure to the Supernatural, they have awakened a Sacred ability, one that had been unheard of since millions of years when humans started their evolution, an evolution that transcends their physical form and reaches deep into their spiritual essence. This was just different, along with unlocking skills steadily in certain level of one's body enhancement, this sacred ability also allows humans to unlock bloodline, as long as they meet the required conditions and make the necessary spiritual payment...

In a world of constant competition, one man aims for the top. In this new genre VRMMORPG, he plans on becoming the strongest at all costs. The classes, the races, the starting zones, everything is a mystery in 'New Eden'. This game is coming out without a shred of details. The only thing that was promoted was the freedom of skill choosing. Our protagonist Alexander, gamer tag Astaroth, has always dreamt of becoming an E-Sports athlete. His parents supported his dream, but they are no longer of this world. He fully intends on making it in this new game, if not for him, then at least to honor their memory. With no idea how he wants to play his character, Alexander chooses the most mysterious starting race. Will this be his road to success or his downfall? The game assistant certainly thought the latter. "Do as you wish, young adventurer. I only wish to add this. Do not come back with complaints when you realize you have made the wrong choice," the elf said, looking at him with clear hatred. "We will see about that," Alexander flatly replied. "I love challenges," he added. "Very well!" the elf harrumphed. "Have the adventure of your lifetime, as short as it will last," he sarcastically added. Ahead of him lies an uncertain path, filled with trials and hardships. But one thing is clear in his eyes. He will become the strongest player in the game, even if he must step over mountains of corpses to do so. Over are his days of working hard for nothing, it's make or break now! I now have a discord where you can talk with other readers and me. There are also channels to discuss new weapons; characters; classes; or monsters that you might want to design and see incorporated in the story. I will always give credit to the person that created said thing, rest assured. The link is https://discord.gg/68kPqbSFrN

Sasha is a beautiful lady from a humble background. He gets married to Mike, a poor man who lived below the poverty level, only to realize later that he was a very wealthy stateman. Initially, Sasha used to sell fruits as a hawker to help her fruit spouse take care of the family. When Sasha realized the true potential wealth of her husband, she questioned him, claiming to suffer in the streets of the city, yet he had money. Mike later engaged in a love affair with a certain lady, whom Sasha knew very well. This brought a disagreement between them, escalating the matter to an eventual divorce. Sasha was left with nothing at all, only a child to suffer in the streets of N. During the signing of the divorce document, the District Commissioner who spearheaded the divorce exercise noticed her. He seemed to love her at first sight, comforting her as she cried tirelessly at his office. The District Commissioner, Mr. R made a quick advancement, which was accepted. Sasha must have been desperate. They agreed and lived casually as husband and wife; Sasha now lived with a second husband who was very rich. Mike came back with the intention of ruining his ex-wife's relationship now thriving well.

What happens when 19 year old weeb loses every reason to live? what happens when such person gets transported into a cruel fantasy world with a total stranger? will this broken soul entangled in strange twists of fate find the reason to live again? P.S. Warning! this story contains a lot of physical/emotional trauma, suicidal thoughts, self destructive thoughts and emotional comfort as well as loss of loved ones.

Amara Sinclair probably was the unluckiest person in the world. As a girl who grew up as an orphan in a neglectful orphanage, it was clear that surviving for the next day had been Amara's only goal. Even after 20 years, Amara was caught in an endless cycle of working every inch of her body just to feed herself while barely keeping up in college. Working in a convenience store in the dead of the night, Amara was suddenly ambushed by robbers, resulting in her getting shot and dying from a huge amount of blood loss. Despite all this, Amara was extremely glad that someone had taken her out of the cycle that she despised but had no choice but to be part of. She was finally able to rest and sleep forever. But that's not really what made her the unluckiest person in the world! Imagine suddenly being woken up by a very loud system and finding herself as a villain in the book she had read long ago—a very terrible book, she might add! "SO YOU'RE TELLING ME— OUT OF ALL THE CHARACTERS IN THIS STUPID NOVEL, I POSSESSED THE BODY OF ELEANOR HAWTHORNE?" [｡⁠:ﾟ⁠(⁠;⁠´⁠∩⁠`⁠;⁠)ﾟ⁠:⁠｡ Please calm down, Miss Amara!] "CALM DOWN? I'LL DIE IN JUST A FEW DAYS!" In order to survive once again, Amara needed to carve her own path, and this time she's not alone—but accompanied by her loyal system! (⁠◠⁠‿⁠・⁠)⁠—⁠☆ DISCLAIMER: This novel contains a lot of Swearing, Violence, Blood, and Other Mature Themes. Please read with caution.

Anaka, a factory worker for Majaka, the world's largest steel company, feels trapped in his mundane job. During a catastrophic explosion at the factory, Anaka risks his life to save his friend Keiji, only to be buried under debris and left for dead. But instead of dying, Anaka wakes up as an infant in a new world filled with magic. With memories of his past life, he begins to navigate this strange, mystical place, wondering why he was reborn and what his new purpose might be.

Excuse me,sir what do you mean by I am not dead!

Magic and those who can wield it has always existed throughout the world. However in the modern age those who can hide themselves among human society. As they have grown to be feared, but they are far worse things that lurk in the shadows. The government organization known as Hidden Soul ss tasked with protecting human society from unknown magical threats. Henry is a boy with the ability to wield magic. His past was affected greatly by the mundane and mystical world. He faces the hidden horrors in the world while trying to figure out who he wants to be.

She lives a simple life. His is as tangled as a piece of thread. She is full of joy and bliss. He is burning with hate and blood lust. But somehow, they need each other. And he would stop at nothing to make sure she is his. In a world of where you feel cold, you gotta stay gold. The pains of a past life and the bewilderment of the future, can these two souls become one? * * * * By the way, these book covers aren't mine. Just wanted to you all to know. Also, don't forget to like, share and maybe drop a few Power Stones. It might just make someone's day

A thousand souls sacrificed to give life to one being!... Sounds nice and intriguing. But, in a world where people's ideals are all about money, fame, power and everything about themselves... Forget about 1000, finding even one soul who's willing to give up their life for another is a rare find. ... If there's one, then this world doesn't deserve such a soul. That soul deserves the highest place in heaven, A God! . 700 years ago... When world fell into the clutches of untamed beasts, great worshippers of mortal realm looked up to the heaven to call for help. That's when an Immortal God descended to Mortal realm. 900 years later, A prophecy spreaded: On the 900th year of descending to mortal realm, everything the Immortal God worked hard to build would crumble to dust!!!

En las tierras mágicas de Atheria, donde la luz y la oscuridad entrelazan sus destinos, una antigua maldición marca el curso de la existencia. La Marca Oscura, un sello ancestral, otorga inmortalidad condicionada a los humanos, pero su sombra también amenaza con corromper la esencia misma del reino. Tres fuerzas emergen en este escenario cósmico: los Cazadores de Almas, defensores de la pureza; la Secta de Arion, fervientes seguidores de una entidad divina oscura; y el Grupo del Mer Nigromante, manipuladores de magia negra. Entre ellos, las Guardianas, marcadas por la Marca Oscura, actúan como vínculo entre cazadores y almas oscuras. La historia se teje en torno a la búsqueda de poder divino, donde la caza de almas, la corrupción y la redención convergen. Los cazadores enfrentan bestias corruptas, absorben almas de jefes y entran en una danza cósmica que decidirá el destino de Atheria. En Sombras de Atheria, la batalla por el equilibrio se despliega en cada página, revelando secretos antiguos, alianzas inesperadas y decisiones morales impactantes. En este reino donde las almas susurran sus historias, la línea entre la luz y la oscuridad se desvanece, dando lugar a una epopeya envuelta en magia, intriga y el eterno susurro de las almas. ¿Quiénes forjarán el destino de Atheria y quiénes sucumbirán a las sombras que acechan?

In a world teetering on the brink of war, two young men—Hamza, a determined yet unassuming adventurer, and Prince Salvini, heir to the throne—find their fates intertwined through an ancient magic that transcends time and space. When Hamza is thrust into the body of Prince Salvini, he experiences the warmth of a mother's love for the first time, awakening deep emotions that challenge his understanding of identity and belonging. As Hamza navigates the complexities of royal life, he uncovers a dark conspiracy lurking beneath the surface of the kingdom. The ambitious Kurama, prince Salvini's brother, seeks to exploit the tensions between nations for his gain, and the looming threat of a malevolent force known as the Develious threatens to obliterate everything Hamza has come to cherish. Caught in a web of political intrigue, familial bonds, and personal growth, Hamza must confront his own past while uncovering the truth about his new reality. With the help of allies like Lady Elysia, the Chief of Foreign Affairs, and the wise Queen Marrissa, he embarks on a perilous journey to mend broken alliances and avert catastrophe. In a tale of ambition, sacrifice, and the enduring power of love, The Souls of Lost Brothers explores the delicate balance between duty and desire, the bonds of brotherhood, and the struggle to define one’s true self in a world rife with deception and darkness.

After transmigrating to a world similar to Earth, Jiang Qiao was approached by a former goddess—Ocean Blue. As Bluestar is also on the verge of collapse from invaders of other worlds, Jiang Qiao must find a way to save this one. With the ability to create a virtual game world, he creates the world of Sacred Souls. In order for this new world to grow, it has to devour other worlds. Thus, the greediest, most cunning, and horrible beings came into existence—Players.

Ein Lucris, a normal citizen and an average person, has a small secret. He is a strangely obsessed fan of novels! A few days ago, he finished reading a novel titled "Beyond Rescuing". After reading its story, Ein lamented over the mc's demise and cursed the heavens for giving him such a saddening ending. If he could just visit his world, then Ein would be willing enough to lend a helping hand to the poor man. he slowly drifted asleep, then woke up after who knows how many hours later. The sun felt too oddly bright for him, and the calming breeze eased his remaining worries. as he slowly gathered back to his own senses, he realized that he is no longer in his apartment, but in a whole other world! Does the mighty mc reside in this universe? will Ein make it out of this world alive?

Mina, a hardworking Xenobiologist and Vetrinarian has an accident and dies. She is suddenly transmigrated into a new world where people can cultivate to become Mystic Masters. Mina discovers she can contract with the wild animals around her to become the Ultimate Beast Cultivator with the help of her Supreme System. There is just one problem: she transmigrated into a child’s body that still holds the original host’s soul! Now she and Moana must learn to navigate this world working together. Will they achieve their potential? Or will their body be burned at the stake for being “Demon possessed”?

Mother Earth is healing herself. In the 20th and 21st centuries, the World is engulfed in two major wars between mankind. Survivors migrated massively to war-free places, but the impact was still felt there. Bacteria, viruses, radiation, and mutated creatures continue to erode the human population. But humans continue to develop science in search of new planets. A group of scientists discovered a planet similar to the Earth called Valkan. Hoping to communicate, they created a tool called SOULS that can connect the soul of its users to distant places. Adrien Adrestia, a prince of the Kingdom of Arestiana gets the "Grace" of connecting with the earthlings. However, it turns out that he is connected to a serial killer inmate coded Zero. An ideological battle took place in his head. Not only that, the threat of war from enemy kingdoms and earth colonies continues to heat up. Will Adrien and Zero try to stop that? Or are they fighting for bodies? note: Update in a week, 1-3 chapter

Rue is a former gangster driven by a deep-seated hatred for crime and the corrupt world around him. Though he despises the criminal underworld, he must turn to its very practices to achieve his goal of fixing the world. Rue's unique power stems from his intense loathing for the injustice he sees, making him a formidable force against both monsters and the gangs that plague society.

Esta Obra Retrata a História e Vida De Um Garoto Chamado Hiro Que é Um Garoto Como Qualquer Outro,Que Cuida de Sua Familia Com Afazeres Domésticos,Com a Comida,Com o Dinheiro etc... Porém Tudo Isso Mudou Depois Que Hiro Conhece Uma Certa Pessoa Que o Chama Para Ir a Um Outro Mundo Para Se Tornar o Novo Herói. O Garoto Acaba Recusando Por Não Querer Abandonar Sua Familia,Porém Uma Situação Trágica Acontece e Hiro Acaba Perdendo Aquilo Que Era Mais Precioso Para Ele. Sua Familia. Agora o Garoto Tem Outro Propósito De Vida Que é Se Tornar o Herói e Salvar a Sua Familia.

A boy by the name of Aki Zama with a interesting tragic but benefical past whos on the constant verge of conflicts and desperation for survivals.

In the aftermath of her soulmate Daniel's brutal murder, Alawis's world is shattered. Her quest for vengeance leads her to Dark Hell, where instead of closure, she's haunted by guilt. Fate intervenes, drawing Alawis into the realm of demonic flames and ancient secrets. There, she discovers she's the mate and Star Shatterer of Niel, a powerful Dark Star Realm demon driven by a unique catalyst: revenge. As Alawis navigates treacherous demon politics, she holds the key to Niel's questions. But will their bond ignite a love strong enough to overcome Dark Hell's darkness, or will it shatter beneath the weight of their haunted pasts?

Damien Cavendish is a 30 year old average businessman who got married to a woman through an arranged marriage. Though they weren't in love, his wife's cheating scandal came as a shock to him and out of all people to cheat on him with, she used his relative. From that day, he saw people are betrayers and never showed a smile again until Reaia stormed into his life. Reaia Evans is a 25 year old fashion designer with a life long dream of being able to move lives through the clothes she makes. She is a hopeless romantic with a hint of realistic fantasy. After sighting Damien for the first time, she was very much attracted to him like every other girl would. Damien ignores her like he does everyone, but is taken aback by her straightforwardness to get closer to him. He initially sees her as a pest but unknowingly, she breaks the wall around his heart, block by block, until he is utterly and hopelessly head over heels in love with her. Everything is moving smoothly from then on out until His ex-wife comes back into the picture, pregnant and with a paternity test, trying to win him back despite her ongoing involvement with his relative. Will he continue with his newfound love or will he try with his ex-wife for the sake of the child?

The (S.S.S.) is a book based on the dreams I had since the age of... Well as far as I can recall ( about three years old). The first dream that I can remember began with me in a world with nothing but skeletons and blood every. From that period on I gave birth to an extremely active imagination so I said to my self why not become a writer tho, I'm shy as hell my heart is even tearing out my chest at this very moment and so. I'm attempting to see if I can conquer my anxieties and take you guys on a voyage with me while I strive to put my imagination and dreams on a piece of digital paper.

Soren Crowmore, a young man from Earth suddenly finds himself in a unfamiliar forest. Later on he discovers that he has been transported to another world where magic and monsters are everywhere and is a threat to him. What will he become? Will he survive the dangers of this new world he lives in or will he suffer a horrible fate? Note: The image used in the cover is NOT made by me. If you, the creator of the said image, wants me to remove it just contact me.