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Guns suppress all divine demons and evil spirits, flesh and blood forge the multi-dimensional Great Wall! In the second year of Ming Country, Tianmen City was in need of recovery after the war. Chaos thrived, and evil spirits roamed freely. The children of the poor take charge early, and garrison soldiers need to learn to earn their own money. My name is Wang Yunxiao, an external field agent for the Special Service Bureau, specialized in dealing with various demon and evil spirit emergencies locally. Let me introduce my wife Li Mumu—she is gentle, virtuous, cute, and empathetic, and she is an evil spirit. Who writes a diary in all seriousness! Can what’s written even be considered true inner thoughts? Despicable! (The female protagonist’s solo storyline begins later, starting from chapter 87)

Teenage Bharat and his family were forced to leave their ancestral home and relocate to a new city when the crime lord placed restrictions on them. As a result, his father was denied employment opportunities and he was not allowed to enroll in the local college. Additionally, Bharat's childhood sweetheart left him for another wealthy boy and this devastate Bharat. Later he encounters a mysterious being which gives him superhuman abilities and he meets an underground sect with the help of which he ventures into the world of other dimensions and different beings. This book chronicles Bharat's journey to acquire superhuman strength and abilities and return to his hometown to reclaim his house and exact revenge for his family.

Meet Hana, a not-so young clumsy housewife, who got lost in a different world when she stepped out for a short grocery shopping session. How can this aunty survive without skills or even a 'golden finger'? What actually can a housewife do besides cooking and cleaning? There's nobody around at all, so she can't even scheme. Is she destined to die in a foreign place full of trees as a side character? Or will she step up and find her own 'edge' in order to survive? Follow her colorful (cooking?) journey and her struggles to carve up a humble abode (sojourn) which she could call her own while awaiting for the beloved of her life to rescue her from her nightmarish predicament. Will her beloved even be able to rescue her? Will she obtain benefits and unimaginable wonders as she struggles day to day to survive? Will she one day obtain super powers as a transmigrator should? Let us wait and see while rooting for this bumbling yet lovable housewife ASTHW map: https://www.patreon.com/posts/asthw-asthw-map-23601459 Chapter update schedule: 1 chapter/2 weeks, on Mondays, 0900 GMT+8 (2nd and 4th week of each month) Note from Authors: Hi, Mr and Mrs Mooncat here. Our work is quite different with distinct local flavors as it is based on our ancestral home in a small Asian country, Malaysia (although currently, we're residing on the moon). Hence, expect a lot of footnotes, local food, places, and slangs within ;) Subscribers can access: 1. Advanced chapters 2. Images from locked chapters (start from Jan 2024) 3. Auxiliary support post explaining about the chapters in more detail 4. Sporadic locked side stories If you like our work, do write a review, rate, comment, and like for us! Enjoy! :) Follow us in Scribblehub to get first-hand news! Mr and Mrs Mooncat Azlan Shah and Nadia Ong mrandmrsmooncat@gmail.com Instagram: mrs.mooncat

Alfred, a history teacher on Earth is suddenly thrown into the body of Prince Alfred Lindonfall, the twelve-year-old prince and heir to the throne of the Kingdom of Ammar. With the abrupt death of his father, the responsibility to rule a Kingdom falls on his shoulders. Having to navigate a medieval court and world, his journey to creating an empire and putting his knowledge into practice sees him become a man he never knew he could be, being shaped by the new world and unique circumstances he faces. There are many characters who get a lot of focus and can be called a lead in their own right, but I won't put their character descriptions in as it would be too much of a spoiler for chapters in future. A rough map of the local realm: pls don't laugh I know it's bad. https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/1064890274397856571/ If unable to see its also in the first chapter comments now. Cover Art: not mine so here is the credit. https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/351912463658203/

Martial art has been integrated into a global known sport, with several martial art families competing for titles and to be called. G. O. A. T.  Tate, a young boy who decided to take the path of his late father, due to a tragic incident that left his mother in coma, having to provide her medical bills and also take care of his little sister, Tate started fighting in a local arena His dreams had always been to rise to the top, but he never got that chance, he had to undergo fixed matches just so he could pay the debts he owes, and his sister's school fees.  Just when everything seemed to be lost for Tate. This arrived... [.............. SYSTEM] With this power, Tate plans to claim the title of the Greatest Martial Artist Of All Time.

As all kids do, Hera wanted to be an explorer. Sadly when she turned 18 she discovered that her stats and lack of skills made her fail the requirements to become one, and she went to work on a bookstore. That should have been the end of her story. But when she wins a lottery to have her level up she discovers a hidden skill and a rare one at that. The system gave her dream back, and this time she is not letting it go. ############################## The story is about a world where game-like systems are the norm, Everyone has a level, status and even skills are a common thing. If your stats are good you can even become an explorer, someone that ventures inside a place called MAZE, a dungeon of sorts filled with monsters creatures and things that the regular world is missing such as magic. The story follows Hera, a woman who wanted to be an explorer but her status were too low to become one. One day she wins a raffle that allows her to level up for the first time giving her the chance to achieve her childhood dream. It's more about how things work and what you can do with them than about power or revenge. The rhythm might be a bit slow for some but that is the idea. I want to give sort of a slice of life feeling to most of it. ###############################

Madeline Rose had only ever worked in her father's local blacksmith shop and occasionally helped her mother at the farm. Her skin had become tanned from the hot sun, but despite all of this, she did not complain. Even though she didn't come from a wealthy home, she was content. However, her life turned upside down when she stumbled upon a darkness that refused to leave her alone. There was him, a man cloaked in mystery and malice, a presence that sent chills down her spine. His eyes, shrouded in shadows, held a depth of darkness that seemed to swallow the light around him. When their paths crossed, Madeline felt a cold dread wash over her, as if she had invited a malevolent force into her world.

Zhen Xiu, an advanced android from the future, accidentally transmigrates into a mysterious cultivation world. With no memory of how he got there and unaware of the power he holds, he tries to live as an ordinary human. However, due to a series of comedic misunderstandings, the locals believe he’s a powerful immortal hiding his true identity. As Zhen Xiu navigates his new life, he unknowingly uses his robot abilities, from healing to cooking, all while struggling to keep his true nature a secret. Will he manage to live a simple life, or will his hidden powers unravel the peaceful existence he desperately wants to maintain?

"Do you believe in a world that defies common sense and reality? A world where humans coexist with spirits?" In a quiet corner of the bustling city, Nathaniel, a weary but resilient demon hunter, has learned to live in the shadows, balancing his job as a bookstore clerk with his secret life of nightmarish hunts. But when Cody, a mysterious young man with an oddly magnetic presence, unexpectedly crosses his path, Nathaniel's carefully constructed life begins to fall apart. Suddenly, he's forced to face dangerous forces, power he cannot control, and a haunting past he'd rather leave forgotten.

Elizabeth em uma viagem pacífica acaba acordando em um local desconhecido, e agora precisa satisfazer seu sequestrador chamado de mestre, enquanto tenta escapar

In 2030, a ravaging storm strikes Tokyo, 17-year-old Hiroki Kurogane seeks for a shelter in an abandoned bookstore, tormented by memories of a world destroyed by cruelty and greed. When a mysterious, ancient glowing book catches his attention, As things got worse, Hiroki realized he was facing certain death, and an unknown force pulls him into a destiny he never expected. Hiroki will suffer to unravel the mystery of the book, confront his fractured past, and to uncover the truth about Yumix.

Not everyone knows this, but witches could be anywhere. Your local librarian, your teacher, your plumber, hell, even your own mother could be one! This story follows a seventeen year old witch Luce and how he deals with life problems, such as an abusive father, school and mental health, but its a fantasy story so it will be much more fun (and sad). Join Luce on his healing path while finding someone he can fully trust and turn to.

Julius Fondatore is an Italian historian that specializes in Roman history. Graduating from the Sapienza University of Rome, he has scoured and read almost all the historical manuscripts available in the many libraries and museums of Italy. One morning while he was on his way to his usual coffee shop, he noticed a seemingly new bookstore that had opened. While passing, his eyes quickly glanced towards the direction of a top selling novel displayed under the fantasy section entitled, “Veni, Vidi, Vici – Rise of Rome in Another World”. Intrigued, Julius bought the book intending to read it while enjoying coffee. However, tragedy stuck when the seemingly newly built bookstore collapsed, crushing the young man in the process. When he woke up, he found himself in a fantastical world of magic as the first consul of the human city, Roma.

"So, that's how my life ends, what a waste of time it was...". These were the last thoughts of a young man, shot by accident in a fight between local gangs. Little did he know that he would soon wake up in another world, a world of cultivation! This is the story of the whoreson of a wealthy family, of a transmigrator that had no purpose in his previous life, of a demon that will make power his reason to keep on living. Noah Balvan, after he transmigrated, will have to fight against his social status and the many difficulties of the world he was reborn in to obtain the power to stand free in the sky above anyone! Follow me on twitter: https://twitter.com/EoCNovels Instagram: eocnovels Discord link: https://discord.gg/CNh28NP Cover artist: https://digitalrowye.com/ Fandom: https://botds.fandom.com/wiki/Birth_of_the_Demonic_Sword_Wiki

Captain Henry Donnager expected a quiet career babysitting a dusty relic in Area 51. But when a test unlocks a portal to a world of knights and magic, he's thrust into command of Alpha Team, an elite unit tasked with exploration. They join the local Adventurers Guild, seeking to unravel the secrets of this fantastical realm and the ancient gateway's creators. As their quests reveal the potent forces of magic, they inadvertently entangle in the volatile politics between local rivalling factions. With American technology and ancient secrets in the balance, Henry's team navigates alliances and hostilities, enlisting local legends and air support in their quest. In a land where dragons loom, they discover that modern warfare's might—Hellfire missiles included—holds its own brand of magic

A young princess who rules in her own right strives to be the best ruler she can be for her people whilst navigating through the trials of love, duplicity, friendships, and warfare, her ultimate goal being to eventually become a powerful empress one day. Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents are either the product of the author's imagination or used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, events, or locales is entirely coincidental.

Amilia Johnston was mentally retarded daughter of the sole hier of international black wolf mafia group. She grown up like a princess far from the cruelty of the world . But on her 20th birthday their house was attacked and she have to left with her mother to India. After reaching India they met with an accident in which she gets her past life memories of a criminal lawyer back. But when she wakes up from coma she found herself lying in a local hospital in the common ward after investing she find that she was unconscious from last seven months and there is no news about her family. Another tragedy falls upon her as she lost her voice in the accident. what will happen to her now?? will she be able to survive???

Gabriel está a procura da sua prima desaparecida. Até que ele encontra alguém que aparece em seu local de trabalho tentando vender o colar da sua prima, ao chegar no local onde o colar foi aceito ele é pego no meio de uma briga entre caçadores e demônios.

Dr. Sophia Ellis, a renowned forensic psychologist returns to her hometown of Ravenswood, plagued by a dark past. When a string of gruesome murders shakes the small town, Sophia is recruited by the local police department to unravel the tangled threads. As she delves deeper into the investigation, she discovers a web of secrets, lies, and deceit that threatens to destroy everything she holds dear.Will Sophia's expertise and determination be enough to uncover the truth, or will she become the next victim?

In the shadowed heart of Arunachal Pradesh, deep within the forgotten valleys of Dibang, there exists a place lost to time and wrapped in horror. No map dares mark it, no local speaks its name. It is a place woven from nightmares, where a golden light glows at dusk, and an eerie, seductive music echoes through the mist. This place has but one rule: once you step within its grasp, you belong to it—forever. Those who have ventured close are drawn in, captivated, and when they realize the terrible truth and beg to leave, they find only one way out—a final, blood-stained sacrifice. Enter, and you may never escape.

Emma Davis is a successful digital marketing professional in her thirties, dedicated to climbing the corporate ladder. Her life has become an endless cycle of work deadlines and business meetings, leaving her with little time for personal connections. That is, until she stumbles upon a quaint bookstore and meets Liam Porter, its charming owner. Unlike Emma, who has always put her career first, Liam chose to leave behind the corporate world to follow his passion for literature. Their lives are worlds apart, but as their paths cross, Emma is drawn to Liam’s carefree attitude and his dedication to doing what he loves. With each encounter, Emma starts questioning her own priorities, realizing that despite her career successes, something is missing. As Emma faces the possibility of a major career move that could take her away from the city, she must decide if she’s willing to risk it all for a future with Liam or if she will continue to sacrifice her happiness in pursuit of professional success. Meanwhile, Liam’s bookstore is struggling, and he must figure out how to save his business. Through self-discovery and navigating the challenges of love and career, Emma learns that balancing ambition with personal happiness isn’t as impossible as it once seemed. Together, Emma and Liam learn that success doesn’t always mean following the rules; sometimes, it’s about finding peace with who you are and what you truly want.

A boy who has no name and his elderly father toil on the farmland, under the hot sun in a village. On a morning when the headman is away, the local administrator's postbills are found by the villagers who cannot read. Unbeknownst to the villagers, an imperial storm is brewing. Their pastoral way of life is under threat, their world is about to be shattered, and deadly monsters lurk in the shadows. When primeval danger threatens their livelihood, the boy must confront his fears and fight for survival. "An adventure I have never seen before! My search for my next webnovel is over! Zero cheats. Zero system. Zero overpowered protagonist." ••• Sincerely You, Probably.

Oneshot story about a guy who got assigned to tend to the garden of a local high school and a girl who got interested in what he's doing.

Henry Savoy was a mixer—not bartender!—and the owner of a little local dive called the Walking Stick. After a particularly great night, just as he was about to close up, a sudden storm hit his bar. But—he didn’t die. Or... did he? No, I'm just fucking with you. Much to his surprise, he was transported into the world of Tearh—one right out of a fantasy novel. When he awoke, monks immediately declared him the Chosen One. Worse yet, he’s not exactly the hero type, and worse still, this world has no idea what an alcoholic beverage even is. All Henry wants is to get back home to the Walking Stick. So that’s what he’ll do—if the calamitous daemon lords, knights, saints, aristocrats, and a few meddling gods don’t get in his way. If there’s no way home, Henry will make one, because the Walking Stick will always need her mixer. "Or you know, I might stay here because fuck you. That's why."

Ichiro Yamazaki is a young chef that holds a lot of potential within himself in the art of cooking. Since he was a child he’s been quite the chef and nothing has changed about his prowess now. Even with all of his talent Ichiro has just been fired from his job at a local restaurant. As he sits saddened on the curb, he is greeted by a lone paper drifting in the wind. On the paper is an invitation to a renowned cooking event called, the “ Hidden Flavor ”. Ichiro takes this as his chance to become a legendary chef. Will Ichiro Yamazaki become the best chef in the world, and will he be the winner of the Hidden Flavor? Well, you’ll have to read to find out.

Cain was living his best life as the leader of CROSS, a gang ruling Zone A, District 4. At 21, thanks to constant cigarettes and booze, he looked older than his years. He didn’t finish college or have a job, but he made a living through “guard fees” from local markets and his shady side business. One night, his life turned upside down when a shooting star crashed through his window, transforming into a cute fairy girl in a pink dress and rabbit hat, who declared herself the Idol-Idol Goddess! Now, Cain has to juggle being a gang leader and a rising idol star. Can he balance both lives without blowing his cover? [RPG System Style. No Harem. Drama. Romance. Face Slapping. Idol. Magical Realism. Urban Setting. Beautiful Female Lead. Strong ML. Smart ML. Handsome ML. Cold ML] XD

Lyneth, a single mother, is struggling to make ends meet in a small, impoverished town. She works multiple jobs to provide for her 10-year-old daughter, Analyn, but it's never enough. Despite the hardships, Lyneth is determined to give Analyn a better life, and Analyn's dreams of becoming a neurosurgeon drive Lyneth to keep going. As Lyneth navigates the challenges of poverty, she must also confront her own demons, including a troubled past and a lack of education. Meanwhile, Analyn faces her own struggles in school, where she is bullied and belittled by her classmates. When Lyneth's job at the local market is threatened, she is forced to make a difficult decision that will change their lives forever. With the help of a kind-hearted vendor, Tita Flor, Lyneth begins to see a way out of their poverty-stricken life. As Lyneth and Analyn work together to overcome their obstacles, they discover that their struggles are not unique to them. They are part of a larger community of people fighting to survive in a system that seems designed to hold them back.

Eternal Night's Rise and Fall is a suspenseful novel interwoven with themes of fate, mystery, and supernatural forces. The protagonist, Ethan Hess, appears to be an ordinary bookstore owner but is, in fact, secretly manipulating everything around him to fulfill a forbidden prophecy in hopes of resurrecting his lost lover. The story unfolds in the enigmatic and eerie city of Sunnydale, a place shrouded in hidden secrets, with the abandoned Everstar Town serving as a haunting site full of dark legends and forgotten tragedies. Amidst the secrets and undercurrents of the plot, the Everstar Foundation, a charity organization in Sunnydale, appears dedicated to public welfare. Yet, as Alina Smith and others delve deeper, they uncover disturbing truths. Alina gradually becomes suspicious during her daily routine at the bookstore, gathering clues that suggest the Foundation’s activities may be linked to a catastrophic event. Meanwhile, designer Ray Quinn inadvertently finds himself drawn into this web of conspiracy, as he and his friends struggle to unveil the truth. With their investigation progressing, Ethan's true intentions begin to surface, intertwining with their fates and bringing the threat of impending disaster. Bound by threads of friendship, conspiracy, and fate, each character’s past and hidden truths unfold. They try to survive within the city and town’s sinister grasp, only to realize that escape from the dictates of destiny may no longer be possible.

the world has changed in a very strange way- after one of the world's biggest conspiracies has been unfolded, humankind finds itself face to face with a world of werewolves and other cryptids. Luckily humans had developed their own army that could fight werewolves, it is called the R.A.Ws (Rise Against Werewolves). Rain is a typical human girl who recently lost the last of her family, after her brother's funeral, Rain falls asleep on one bench in a local park- what happens next is up for you to read.

Ethan Kim, disregarding local warnings, buys the 5-story mansion in the 14th District, hoping to renovate and flip it. His loyal assistant, Jaehoon, expresses concerns about the area's notorious paranormal activity. Park Minsoo, a talented fashion designer working from home, lives nearby. His family's dark past is intertwined with the Changgwi's history. When Ethan moves in, he awakens Sooyeon, a changgwi (vengeful spirit) from the Joseon era. Sooyeon was a noblewoman from the Park family, brutally killed in the forest of tigers after being separated from her lover, Kim Sejeong, due to their families' opposition to their same-sex relationship. As Ethan experiences terrifying encounters, he seeks Minsoo's expertise on local folklore. would they be able to overcome every terrifying encounter?