Veneer And Velvet Sweet Dreams

In the decaying Gothic city of Gebraucht, once famed for its miraculous medicine, a mysterious plague has twisted many into nightmarish beasts. Cut off from the world, survivors formed The Hunters—warriors wielding enchanted weapons and embracing forbidden rituals to reclaim their city. As the Hunt begins, Yuli Yasui B. Hoffen, a newly inducted Hunter, steps into the chaos, determined to purge the horrors. But beneath the blood-soaked streets, the city's darkest secrets lurk, waiting to be uncovered.

It's simple. A vengeful wildfire of a woman. A tyrant who begs to be burned. When Aria crashes into Kael’s empire, hellbent on making him pay for taking her job away, she’s met not with defiance—but a dare. “You want revenge?” he taunts, voice dripping with dark invitation. “Then ruin me. Take your pound of flesh exactly where it hurts.” His proposition is a trap laced with sin: As expected he calls the shots in his bed, her contempt is his twisted aphrodisiac. “Hate me until your hands shake,” he growls. “But do it on top of me, where I can watch you savor every cut.” Their arrangement is a collision of dominance and delirium. Aria wields her fury like a blade, determined to break him. Kael? He thrives under her wrath, goading her darker, deeper, hungrier. But vengeance turns slippery when every command she hisses ignites his obedience, and every cold glare melts into bruising kisses. Soon, the bed becomes a battleground—her nails carving victory into his skin, his whispers a serpent’s promise: “Chain me with your rage, darling. I’ll still come back for more." The rules are simple: No mercy. No surrender. But as their games spiral into something ravenous, who’s destroying whom? And when hatred burns this hot, what’s left when the ashes cool?

8 chaotic premonitory dreams take our protagonist through a life of hell, where he fights to stop the constant feeling of impending doom that lurks over him. But after he gets through the real life occurrences that followed him after his dreams, a more dreadful task awaits, to take our protagonist through secret worlds, secret memories, and secrets all around him, until HE, appears. The voice in our hero's head, the shadow, the black, shapeless monster, that can't leave him alone, as HE hasn't left our hero alone, since childhood. Secret cults, fantastic occurrences, psychological trauma that evolves into impossible events, all, to help the hero, not try, to kill him, as he thinks. And then there's HIM.

For centuries, alchemy was the bridge between the mystical and the scientific, a pursuit of transformation-turning lead into gold, seeking the elixir of life, and unraveling the universe's deepest mysteries. But in the wake of revolution and the dawn of modern science, alchemy was cast aside, dismissed as an outdated relic of the past. Laboratories replaced cauldrons, and logic overtook wonder. The world moved on. Yet, in the quiet corners of a Persien family's tea shop, where the scent of cardamom and saffron swirled in the air, Roya Imani dared to dream of what was lost. Raised in a foreign land, her hands were skilled in brewing the most exquisite teas, each blend a delicate harmony of nature's gifts. But her heart yearned for more. The whisper of alchemy called to her-not for gold or immortality, but for knowledge, for the sheer wonder of unraveling the unknown. When fate grants her the chance to enroll in the prestigious Imperial Academy, Roya steps into a world that is both dazzling and treacherous. Here, she finds herself among scholars and aristocrats, some eager to push the boundaries of discovery, others determined to bury the past. She encounters allies who believe in her, rivals who challenge her, and adversaries who see her dream as an illusion best left forgotten. As she walks the fine line between tradition and progress, between the expectations of her family and the call of her ambitions, Roya must navigate secrets buried beneath ink-stained books, hidden agendas cloaked in civility, and a destiny far greater than she ever imagined. Will she rekindle the lost art of alchemy and carve a new future in its name? Or will she uncover truths that shake the very foundation of everything she believes in? "Roya: A Journey of Dreams and Destiny" is a tale of resilience, discovery, and the pursuit of knowledge-a journey where the past and future collide, and where one young woman's dream has the power to change the course of history.

[Welcome to the 4th Dimension] Ari is a girl who's best friend committed suicide on her 20th. After being sent down a depressed spiral a gift from her aunt gives her a way to bring her back. Using a unique glass of milk she's sent to the 4th Dimension, a place where lost souls can be saved and returned Now with the help of a talking panda bear and some new friends she journeys through to retrieve the souls of people who have taken their own lives and save the life of her lost friend.

Helia has spent her life in the shadow of her elegant and charming best friend, Elysia. Obedient and trusting, she never questioned the path laid before her—until the dreams began. Night after night, she sees glimpses of betrayal, of carefully woven lies, and of a future where Elysia isn’t the sisterly figure she claims to be. As these unsettling visions start aligning with reality, Helia realizes that her entire life has been nothing more than a carefully crafted illusion. Manipulated, controlled, and held back, she has been nothing but a pawn in someone else’s game. Determined to take back control, Helia throws herself into the one thing she truly loves: science. The empire is on the brink of disaster as deadly creatures emerge from the eastern borders, spreading a venom with no known cure. Helia is determined to prove her worth and break free from the influence of her past. But the more she fights to carve her own path, the more obstacles stand in her way until she realizes that the betrayal was only the beginning. Beneath the lies and deception lurks a truth far more deep than she ever imagined.

[Version 1] “You wanted a serious marriage with me, that's what you said. And now you’re trying to secretly meet your brother,” Vance said, pushing Liquorice onto the bed. At that moment, their eyes met. Liquorice could see dangerous gold sparks radiating strongly from his usually harmless black eyes. And she can smell the scent of the forest after the rain, that was Vance’s pheromone. “Yes. I tried, but what you did was push me away. Vance, our marriage is only political, you said so,” Liquorice replied firmly. “Are you angry with me about it?” Vance took his duchess’s hand and placed a kiss on her beautiful hand. His voice was as seductive as the sing of the fairy Anastasia. However, this time, Liquorice wouldn’t be weak, “This is a political marriage, I have no reason to be angry.” “Then why do you keep saving me, over and over again?” Vance looked into his duchess’s emerald eyes, unable to hide his confident smile. Liquorice pulled her hand away from him, “I did it for my own benefit.” Vance leaned close to her ear and whispered, “You know you can’t fool me with such a fragile lie. Sweet Root, don’t go anywhere and stay with your husband tonight.” [Version 2] "Enter Jadeherb and destroy it from within, this is your mission," Duke Truman told her. "My dear little sister, go into Jadeherb and bring me valuable information to awaken the mystical dragon. When I become the king of the seven empires, no one will be able to harm you," her brother told her. "My duchess, my Sweet Root, come to me, I will protect you," Duke Barlow told her. For centuries, there were no kings, only 7 dukes ruling their empires, and the Council regulated power. This was how the world worked. In the Council, the no-end war between the Reds and the Blues was obvious. However, an unexpected political marriage took place. The groom was Vance II Barlow, the Duke of Jadeherb, representing the Blues. The bride was Liquorice Ryland, whose godfather was the duke representing the Reds, Klay Truman. The council informed the people that this marriage was a handshake of friendship between the Reds and the Blues, ushering in a new era of peace, but Liquorice did not believe it. Because she had been trained to be a spy for the past year. Liquorice understood that she was just a small pawn on the chessboard of men. Who will Liquorice choose? What will be the end of the battle between the Reds and the Blues? Are there any other plots going on?

"A world where the weak suffer and the strong rule. But what happens when the dead refuse to stay buried?" Cloud has always been an outcast, a nameless drifter with nothing but an impossible dream—to create a clan where strength and status don’t decide one’s worth. But fate has other plans. When a cursed mask drags him into the Yokai Realm, he discovers a nightmare lurking beneath reality. Here, the dead rise as vengeful Phantoms, and the only way to survive is to steal their foxfire—or be consumed by it. But power comes with a price. The more Cloud fights, the more he feels something lurking beneath his skin... watching, waiting, ready to claim him. In a world where dreams are shattered and the past refuses to die, can Cloud carve a new path, or will he become the very monster he swore to fight? Author Note: I will be releasing this novel on Tapas as well, under the pen/author name: TragicDreamer. The chapters will release on Tapas first, then a few days later on Webnovel Also, updates will be 2-3 chapters a week, and this novel might get deleted on here and maybe even on Tapas if at any point I believe it's not fully ready, but even if that happens, it will be re-released but most likely on only one platform, either Tapas or Webnovel. It won't be deleted if the novel does really well though

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: Everything in this story has a purpose, and every detail has an explanation, i.e. nothing is explained with 'it works cause it works'. The more questions you ask when reading this story, the more you will understand later on. If you just turn off your brain to read you won't know why things are happening the way they are. Also, nothing is random. If something feels 'forced' it's meant to be, ask why and I guarantee you will enjoy the novel more. Synopsis: This is the story of a young man who was reincarnated as a dragon with a near-insatiable curiosity. Initially sparked by questioning his own reincarnation, he quickly gets lost in the endless world of magic, using his deep understanding of advanced sciences to learn the laws and properties of a new type of energy known as mana. However, soon enough, the table would flip, and he would begin using that very same energy to expand his knowledge of science, to the point that he would begin questioning his own understanding of the world. Although not his original intention, with the combination of his intelligence, expanding curiosity, and the 'miracles' that occurred to allow for his existence, he quickly found himself climbing the mountain of strength as if it were a small hill before eventually climbing to a point where it seemed as if he himself was the peak itself. Even if.. that was never the case... - There is mild gore, and profanity is 'censored' toward the beginning, but not later in the story. - Tags: Action, Discovery, Adventure, Fantasy, Sci-fi Sub Tags: Reincarnation, Magic, Non-Human Lead, (Extremely) OP Protagonist, Mystery - New Chapter twice a week, on Monday and Wednesday at 1:30 PM EST! (Unless Stated Otherwise, join the Discord for updates) - Uploads not on Webnovel, Royal Road, Wattpad, or Scribblehub are ILLEGAL - Community Discord Server: https://discord.gg/Dv7G5bQD4v Account must be at least 3 days old. Note: This novel takes place in the same universe as my other novel, TSH (The System's Harvester) on RR and SH

Victoria has firmly established herself with her ex-girlfriend Isabelle—no second chances, no dates. Isabelle, though, is not easily discouraged, and each year she returns with flowers and relentless charm, attempting to win Victoria's heart once more. This year, following much protesting, Victoria agrees to a last date but only on the understanding that Isabelle will leave her be after. What should have been a quiet night out turns into anything but, as old emotions resurface, flirtatious tension begin, and the two women are compelled to face the unfinished business between them. Will this date be the last nail in the coffin of their history, or the first step towards something new?

When a lone player becomes trapped inside a virtual reality game, he quickly discovers that he is more powerful than any other player in the game. With extraordinary abilities at his fingertips, he embarks on a solo quest to unravel the secrets of the game and find a way back to the real world. But as he battles his way through increasingly difficult challenges, he realizes that the ultimate test may be against himself and his own morality. Can he resist the temptation of unlimited power and find his way home, or will he succumb to the allure of being the most powerful player in the game?

Akihiro, the delinquent child of the Solaris family, vowed not to repeat the mistakes he made since he was expelled from his hometown and set out on a long 5-year journey.After this break, Aki had to pay a price and not only did he try to pay it, he also acquired powers he could not know. One day he was asked to return, and it was very difficult for him to face the terrible truth behind this request. After 5 tiring years, very heavy things were waiting for Aki. He must discover the hidden truths of this fantasy world and its parallels with a dimension called the Land of Dreams. You will read about Aki's difficult journey with curiosity.

There's always that one person who takes hold of one's heart that even when they are gone its as if they are still here . This is the same situation between Aston and Lucy , after there sad farewell lucky for them they do get a second chance at love

Damien, a frail and sickly high schooler, lived a life of torment and suffering due to a debilitating condition that left him weak and dependent on a cane. One day, he met his tragic end at the hands of bullies but death was not the end for him. Instead of moving on to the afterlife, Damien encounters a mysterious figure who offers him a chance at a different fate. He can either proceed to the afterlife or undertake a series of trials based on the seven deadly sins to gain powerful abilities that would allow him to reshape his life.

In foggy Brooklyn, detective Niu Aihua found a floating corpse in the Hudson River, revealing the dark veil of illegal experiments of the "Sun Umbrella Company". The body pointed to "Zone C" and "Seventh Floor", which were related to her brother who disappeared ten years ago. She tracked down alone and found that the company used the "Dream Distillation" technology to extract the dreams of volunteers in exchange for new cancer drugs and superconductor breakthroughs, but the price was the lives of hundreds of highly educated people. Niu Ke was willing to do anything to surpass his nemesis James Ultra Express, and Niu Aihua made the truth public in the desperate situation of his partner being injured and being hunted down. Niu Ke was sentenced to life imprisonment but disappeared mysteriously, and the technology was still continuing on the "Noah". Faced with the tearing of technology and humanity, Niu Aihua vowed not to give up and embarked on a lonely road of revenge and justice.

Lily Harper’s world is shattered when she discovers her husband, Daniel, has been cheating on her with a woman named Cassandra. Betrayed and heartbroken, Lily vows to make both of them pay for ruining her life. But as she sets her sights on destroying Cassandra, she unexpectedly crosses paths with Ethan Blake, Cassandra’s protective older brother. What begins as a fiery confrontation soon transforms into an unlikely partnership as Lily and Ethan uncover the dark secrets Daniel has been hiding. As they delve deeper into his web of lies and deceit, their chemistry ignites, leading to a passionate connection that neither of them anticipated. In a race against time, Lily must decide whether revenge is worth the cost of her own heart. As the stakes rise, the line between vengeance and forgiveness blurs, and Lily must choose—will she destroy the people who betrayed her or find a way to heal and embrace the love that’s blossomed with Ethan? Sweet Vengeance is a tale of betrayal, redemption, and the unexpected power of love. With suspense, drama, and a heart-pounding twist, this is a story of how a woman learns that sometimes the sweetest revenge is letting go of the past and embracing the future.

[If your heart is not strong enough, this book is not for you!] [MATURE content alert!] On a fateful mission, Chantal Magnus unexpectedly finds herself transmigrated into a novel, assuming the role of an unfortunate passerby whose life is cut short by the hands of the story's heroine. Determined to alter her grim destiny, Chantal sets out on a journey to achieve goals that could reshape her presumed future. She seeks retribution for the tragic death of Princess Qin Chantal, who in a previous life lost both her family and the empire, out of a desire for justice. However, complications arise when Chantal discovers that she is destined to marry the heroine's brother. Now faced with the dilemma of an unexpected alliance, she must confront the challenges that come with being bound as the Alpha's destined mate. Will Chantal be prepared to embrace this unforeseen connection, or will it unravel her quest for justice and revenge?

"Di sebuah desa yang diselimuti kabut pagi, hiduplah seorang gadis bernama Arunika. Kehidupannya tampak tenang, namun di balik senyumnya tersembunyi rasa sepi dan kerinduan akan kehangatan keluarga yang utuh. Di sekolah, dia berjuang menemukan tempatnya, terjebak antara keinginan untuk diterima dan ketakutan akan penolakan. Ini adalah kisah tentang perjalanan seorang remaja mencari jati diri di tengah bayang-bayang masa lalu dan tekanan dunia remaja yang penuh warna." *** Hai hai Selamat datang di cerita pertamaku Masih belajar dan pengembangan nulis cerita ini asli dari imajinasiku serta pengalamanku selama sekolah dulu [Jangan Plagiat] Jadi maaf jika ada persamaan ataupun nama karakter dalam cerita ini Jangan lupa di follow ya, dan bayaran votenya Wattpad Happy reading

Aspen lives a comfortable, happy life with her family and friends. Something seen in teenage movies and dreamed by many. A perfect life. But delusional people eventually get hit by the truth sooner or later. Cover drawn by me Work in progress

Menceritakan tentang Keanu Zachery Viceroy dan Cheverly Louise Starla yang pindah ke The Elitè Armiticez, Keanu adalah seorang murid pindahan dari SMP Mangifer, dia memiliki sifat yang dingin terhadap sekitarnya, dia juga memiliki kemampuan yang luar biasa. Cheverly adalah seorang murid dari SMP Lycium, sekolah khusus wanita, sifat cueknya sudah mendarah daging sejak kecil, Ia juga memiliki pengetahuan yang luar biasa. Suatu hari mereka memimpikan hal yang sama, mimpi akan kisah cinta antara mereka berdua.

I wish to find the truth. About existence, about life and about everything. I do not know anything so i will set out to find everything. People know nothing. They act like they know everything but in truth they know nothing. But i luke lucky will find out everything or die trying so that even in death i will not regret. Follow lukes journey as he abandons everything that will hold him back from achieving his dream. His impossible journey as he abandons everything he ever had all to achieve all that he will ever need.

One Throne One Queen Two Princesses One Heir In the Realm of Elves and Fairies, Yael, King or Queen becomes the Master Whisperer- meaning the elf or fairy with the best singing voice that calls on Nature and she answers. The current Queen has two daughters, the youngest of which is said to be the next Master Whisperer while her oldest doesn't seem to hold any magic at all. The difference with which they are treated by their mother should cause a rift between them but instead brings them all the much closer since they can both see each other's suffering. The same night, they decide to run away from the castle and embark on different journeys hoping to fight against fate and save each other from their destiny. Things are never as they seem, however. Fate seems to have other plans for the two young elves and the more they try to fight it, the more it fights back. Everything they thought they knew or believed in is made of glass and with the first revelation, it starts cracking. Why did they know so little for the neighbouring kingdom of demihumans? What is the Golden Thread and why does Fate keep playing with it like a cat? In a world where they don't believe in gods, they still have their own plans for them and laugh at their efforts.