The Face Of The Deep

In a futuristic world where humanity thrives despite the ancient threat of demonic portals, monstrous entities continue to emerge, preying on the unsuspecting. To combat this, the Department of Demon Control (DDC) enlists elite warriors known as Kai-Users—humans born with an exceptional life force called Kai. Their existence remains a secret, hidden from the public eye. Kimura Asahi, a 17-year-old high schooler. Balancing school life and his duty to protect the city, his only solace is Ai, his fiancée and sole confidante. Haunted by his past and his vow to protect his younger sister, Natsumi, Asahi must push beyond his limits as greater threats emerge. A battle for survival begins. Will his love and determination be enough to face the demons ahead? Support this story by adding it to your collection, giving Power Stones, and Golden Tickets! For private discussion, reach out on Discord: leod.greed.

A father, a warrior, and a man who built a kingdom from the ashes of an old world.

In the vast universe, the birth and death of a galaxy is nothing more than a flash of mottled light. Looking up at the starry sky, there is always a sense of sadness that the ending is predetermined. Where will you and I be thousands of years later? The country, the fire of civilization, and the earth are nothing more than a speck of dust in the deep space. The starry sky is a moment, and the human world is a thousand years. The chirping of insects is only autumn, and you and I are fighting for it. What is at the end of the deep space?

"This is a story of about an entire race how they grew to be so powerful and what they did with that power to earn themselves different nicknames showcasing both their kind but also powerful strength that was before a single member folly lead to the once peaceful race going on a quest for conquest around several galaxies from hundreds of millennials. The hate, curses and prayer for their destruction which they accumulated from the denizen of thousands of different worlds they have invaded harassed an oppress was finally heard and answered The prayers awoke a nightmare, a terrible concept, an illusion, an impossibility to rain down wrath upon them which spread to their younger generation has they must fulfil a certain goal to finally free themselves and the next generations from this being's wrath. https://www.royalroad.com/profile/538162/fictions

On new years day of the year 2080. An announcement was played in every country in the world. " It has been 2 decades since WW3 and we are here to say that the world has finally recovered from the great tragedy." " We the Government of The United Nations of the Americas, European Unions, The Nations of Africa, The Asia Alliance, , and Australia is here to announce that we, with the other countries of the world, have come together to create a revolutionary New VR Game called God's Playgrounds!" "Starting tomorrow stasis pods will become available for purchase. And government-provided pods will come out in 1 months time!" " God's Playgrounds will be activated in 1 week!" **** Hello user you have been given the calamity level Talent Twin Body and Soul. You are the 600th person who received the 1000 calamity talents. " Interesting, does that mean I would be the only person in the world to have two accounts?" Join the journey of both the Demon and the Angel. The Villain and yet at the same time the hero who's out to kill the villain. Fellow his journey in the Strange game called God's Playgrounds and find out the secrets that it's hiding. (The cover art does not belong to me and the credit is to the artist who created it. If the artist wants me to take it down, contact me and I'll take it down.)

In Deep Down Your Black Heart, step into a world where the boundaries between reality and imagination blur, and the darkest corners of the human psyche come alive. Inspired by the gripping reality of maladaptive daydreaming, this novel weaves a tale of haunting self-reflection, survival, and the unrelenting pull of power and consequence. Follow Hound, a deeply conflicted man gifted—and cursed—with the ability to glimpse fractured visions of the future. As his transformations ravage his body and psyche, Hound navigates a dystopian world of deceit, betrayal, and survival. Driven by guilt over a horrific act against his closest friend, Hound teeters on the edge of madness, his silver eyes reflecting not just his powers but the unrelenting weight of his past. From the brutal trenches of Rivermirror to the guarded halls of River’s elite, Hound’s journey unfolds amidst chaos, betrayal, and unshakable loyalty to his fractured sense of justice. Encounters with characters like the dangerously playful Argent, whose silver hair is as sharp as her wit, and Emily, a woman caught between privilege and survival, challenge Hound’s morality and force him to confront the truths of his own fractured humanity. Exploring the cost of power, the limits of forgiveness, and the chilling effects of unchecked ambition, Through the Deep Down Your Black Heart is a deeply psychological journey through a dystopian world where every choice ripples with devastating consequences. Perfect for readers of dark fantasy and psychological thrillers, this novel delivers a raw, unflinching exploration of what it means to be human when humanity itself hangs in the balance

Between reality and fiction, between truth and lies, there is a world, a kingdom that lives among US, built on the ruins of human morality and values, and if you are ready for it, you have the freedom to enter and visit it

Alexy uma mulher que as 18 anos tem sua vida mudada da noite pro dia, através de uma oportunidade que ser torna um desafio, onde sua sexualidade, desejo, atração e desenvolvimento estoram em sua vida, será que Alexy está preparada para tudo isso em sua vida , e as revelações que viriam a segui. Gatilhos só leia se estiver a vontade de ser aprofundar em mundo de prazer e crescimento

NAOMI VILLANUEVA has lost everything—her lover, her job, and her baby. After being betrayed by her ex, she feels broken and hopeless. Then, a car accident changes her life forever. The man responsible, ARVIN GABRIEL HERRERA, a cold and powerful billionaire, offers to take care of Naomi after she loses her baby because of the accident. While dealing with her pain and trauma, Naomi decides to start over. She wants a new life, a new face, and most of all—REVENGE. Arvin also has a personal goal. His nanny, who is sick and suffering from dementia, only has a few months left to live. Her last wish is to see her only daughter, BIANCA REYES, who tragically died of cancer years ago. When Naomi tells Arvin she plans to change her face to start fresh, he takes the opportunity to ask her to look like Bianca. In return, he promises to help her get revenge on the people who destroyed her life. Naomi agrees to the deal. With a new face and Arvin's support, she begins her plan to ruin her ex, IVAN DELGADO, and his mistress, RUBY CRUZ. But as Naomi spends more time with Arvin, she starts to fall for him. Yet, she’s afraid—what if he only cares about her because she looks like the woman from his past?

Catherine se vê casada com o capitão Apolo Harrington. Que após a perda de seu melhor amigo, acaba caindo no jogo cruel de uma inimiga poderosa. Enquanto sua família é negligenciada para benefício da promessa que fez ao amigo falecido, Apolo se vê diante de um destino premeditado. A máscara de alguém vai cair.

Before rebirth, Duke Mayhem :" You lawless women, who would like a creature like you?" Emperor Trimurti : "come on someone , put a leash on him." All minister shivered .. After rebirth Duke Mayhem : "You won`t take responsibily after you tame me? you are a lawless emperor." holding his wife leg and crying. All minister looked at emperor with amusement. emperor actually tamed this blackbelly duke. Emperor Trimurti : "...." what`s happening

In the waning years of Spanish colonial rule in the Philippines, a young boy named Alfonso XIII was proclaimed King of Spain in 1886. However, being just a child, his mother, Queen Maria Christina, ruled as regent in his place. Queen Maria Christina adopted a somewhat lenient policy, granting the Filipinos a degree of freedom while still keeping them as subjects of the Spanish monarchy. As time passed, the Philippines remained under Spanish rule until it was finally passed on to Alfonso, Prince of Asturias, in 1920. But Alfonso, wise beyond his years, saw the plight of the Filipino people and understood their deep desire for independence in their hearts. He made a momentous decision – renouncing his claim to the Spanish throne and requesting to govern the Philippines instead. Surprisingly, the Spanish monarch agreed to this arrangement, and Alfonso was given the unique responsibility of managing the Philippines as a separate entity. But unknown to everyone, the original Alfonso, Prince of Asturias, died due to drowning accident and was replaced by Miguel Reyes. In a world reminiscent of the early twentieth century but with a twist, Miguel Reyes, a brilliant scientist,engineer, military enthusiast, and businessman from the Philippines, found himself in a strange predicament. After a fatal car accident in 2023, Miguel was granted an extraordinary second chance at life. He awakened to find his soul inexplicably reincarnated into the body of a prince in a distant land. Confused and disoriented at first, Miguel soon discovered that he was inhabiting none other than the young Alfonso, Prince of Asturias, decades before his untimely death. Realizing the significance of this opportunity, Miguel knew he had to act wisely. He had lived a life devoted to knowledge and progress, and now he found himself in a pivotal position to change history for the better. Armed with the knowledge of Alfonso's fate and aware of the impending struggles faced by the Philippines, Miguel resolved to take a different path. Join Alfonso (Miguel Reyes) on a life-changing experience. Will Miguel Reyes find tranquility in his second life as he governs the nation and steers it towards greatness? Or will he face the shadow of a conspiracy lurking within the borders?

The catastrophe is coming, no one can survive，a person who perfectly inherited the Star Technique and Chaos Bloodline.

In a world divided by ages of mystery, where recorded history is studied, lost history is sought, and unknown history haunts humanity, an intelligent young man, Asher, emerges, his charisma ends up making people follow him. He unknowingly carries the promise of bringing peace to a fractured world, but his journey reveals that the path to redemption is filled with dark secrets and supernatural forces. Chosen by an ancestral prophecy, he must gather followers to prepare, each with unique abilities and pasts marked by the secrets of the three stories. Together, they will face the wounds left by recorded history, the echoes of lost history, and the terrors of unknown history. As they advance, they discover that the very forces that promise peace may hide intentions beyond mortal understanding. With the world in constant conflict between science, faith and magic, the young Messiah is tested by both humanity and supernatural entities that inhabit the limits of reality.

A brave hero and a Saint of the Immortal Flames join forces to face the most powerful being in the universe, the Celestial Emperor. However, all they manage to do is separate a piece of his divine artifact, the book Tales of the Creation of Heavens and Earth. Unexpectedly, Tristan, a kid who has been locked up in a dungeon for two years by his stepmother, ends up receiving a fragment of this book. Unfortunately, he realizes that this alone is not enough to change his situation. Nevertheless, it rekindles the flame in his heart and motivates him to stay alive to seek revenge and find out what happened to his mother. And perhaps, thus began his ascension in this hellish world. What to Expect: - Weak to Strong to Op - Big fantasy world, many regions to explore with different cultures and characteristics - A good romance - Very interesting magical system - Creative enemies with nice backstory: magical, mystical and divine (eventually) _____________ Discord Server: Join if you want to see some pictures of the characters or just talk about the book. https://discord.gg/q9EQuZfYeZ

During her university years, Alice Jones managed to win over her campus crush, Victor Miller. The two were together for two years before Victor left to study at Cambridge. Struggling with the difficulties of a long-distance relationship, Alice decided to initiate a breakup. However, she soon discovered that she was unexpectedly pregnant with Victor's child. Four years later, Victor returned to the country after completing his studies. By that time, Alice was preparing to apply for a PhD program. When Victor learned about her plans, he began spending time with her, helping her study. As they reconnected through these interactions, Victor eventually stumbled upon the truth: they had a child together. This life-changing secret brought to light the fact that they both still deeply loved each other. Despite the years of separation, neither had wanted to disturb the other's life. Eventually, the two recognized there true heart, and Alice successfully received her PhD offer. Written with a lighthearted and sweet tone, this story brings its vividly crafted characters to life. The sincere and romantic relationship between the protagonists, coupled with their shared aspirations and tireless efforts to achieve their dreams, makes this a heartwarming and inspiring tale that's well worth reading!

The teenage life can be hard, and when your new to the area its even worse. As Charlie moves from his enclosed city life, to the open aired island life, he's welcomed by very charismatic friend group. As simple as their lives on the island might seem, everyone has their stories, and everyone has their mysteries. Follow this friend group as they find the truth about each other, and dive deeper into the ones they thought they knew.

Everyone knows the classic Cinderella story. A prince who falls in love with a commoner and unintentionally rescues her from her abusive household. But… What if Cinderella were a prideful young man, and the prince… was a princess who could barely admit her own feelings? Oh. The things people will do for love. The illegitimate son from the Xie family is laughed at the aristocratic circle. Proud, aloof, and undeniably rude, he’s everything but likable. His only saving graces are his unmatched grades and a face that could stop traffic. Yang Qinru, the "tyrant" of Imperial Academy, is no damsel in distress. With a bat in one hand and wit sharp enough to cut steel, she’s both feared and respected. But behind her rebellion is a girl who’s unafraid to take what she wants—even if it’s someone as infuriating as Xie Xinglin. ... "You’re kind of cute,” Yang Qinru mumbled, her cheeks betraying her with a faint pink hue. "What was that?" Xie Xinglin looked up, frowning. "I said you look like you crawled out of a garbage can!" she snapped, cheeks flaming as she spun on her heel and stormed off. Later, Wang Ye leaned in with a sly grin. "Boss, you into him? Like, fantasizing-about-him kind of into him?" Yang Qinru shot him a glare. "Like who?" "You know… him. Do you, like, daydream about holding his hand and skipping through fields of flowers or something?" She snorted. "Of course not! What kind of nonsense—?" She paused, her voice dropping to a mumble. "It's not like I imagine us getting married, building a house in the countryside, and adopting five cats or anything." Wang Ye blinked, stunned. "Uh… boss, that’s oddly specific." "Shut up!" she barked, shoving him away. This isn’t your typical fairy tale. When the "Cinderella" isn’t waiting to be saved, and the "prince" has his own walls to break down, what’s left is a whirlwind romance of rivalry, sarcasm, and reluctant confessions. After all, love doesn’t always follow the script.

After the tragic death of his mother, Carlos finds solace in his new foster family. Though his foster mother can be overbearing, he forms a deep bond with his foster father, who teaches him the valuable lessons of what it means to be strong and to truly live. But his life takes an unexpected turn when he is struck by lightning, and sent into a fantastical world of magic, monsters, and untold dangers. Now Carlos must survive, adapt, and grow stronger as he is thrust into a new world. This is my first time writing so a little mercy would be nice with critiques on how to make it better.

Lewis's life was over after an accident, both of his parents were killed and he was paralyzed and unable to walk for the rest of his life, but all that changed when the first full dive virtual reality game was released, MMORPG: Deep Dive. A game like no other that operates inside the mind of the user without them moving a single limb. A game that promised wealth and power for all those who participate. Lewis was given another chance in this new world as one of the beta testers, eager to stand up again even if not in the real world he accepted the offer without hesitation. But fate had other plans for him. -------- Author's note This is my first novel so it's obviously not going to be perfect, but I'm going to perfect it to the best of my abilities. English is not my first language so bear with me in case you spot any grammatic error.

In a world blessed by the gods, where beauty is a divine gift and handsome faces are a mark of favor, Goryo stands as a singular anomaly, a man with a face so grotesque it seems cursed by fate itself. Rejected by humans, spurned by the gods, and even shunned by the demons, Goryo's existence is a litany of misfortune. Even his own mother, upon seeing him for the first time, could not believe she had given birth to such an ugly face. Abandoned and ostracized, Goryo roams the world in search of purpose. But in the depths of his despair, he discovers that his cursed face hides a power beyond comprehension. As he battles prejudice, rejection, and a world obsessed with appearances, Goryo must embrace his unique destiny and prove that even the unluckiest of souls can shape their fate. Will Goryo uncover the reason behind his curse, or will he simply let it linger until his final breath? A dark, yet inspiring tale of resilience and self-discovery, Cursed Visage: The Tale of Goryo explores the true meaning of worth and the power hidden beneath the surface.

In the beginning, Shangdi created the heaven and the earth. In seven days, he made the greatest of all his creations. A few years later, humanity worshipped its creator and respected its progenitor while I, Lu Xifa, the greatest of all the heavenly angels, was forgotten with time. When I tried to take my life, I ended up back in Genesis. Now, in my second life, I will cultivate to take over heaven or die trying. Check out the story of Lucifer, the fallen angel, told in the Xianxia style of Chinese novels.

A hundred years ago, Chen Qingyuan entered a forbidden zone called Poles Apart, and his soul lamp went out. People believed he was dead. Today, although Chen Qingyuan walked out of the restricted area alive, his cultivation was completely ruined and his spiritual roots were broken. What should Chen Qingyuan do in the face of Hongyan's repentance for marriage and the oppression of various sects? “Chen Qingyuan, I give you two choices: one, marry me; the other... "There lived a girl in a red dress in Poles Apart, with eyes like stars and a gentle voice. “I choose two. "Before the girl in the red dress could finish speaking, Chen Qingyuan made a resolute choice.

“Is Pride truly a deadly sin? Surely, living without it is much more torture than living with it. I mean, after everything I’ve been through and everything I’ve done, I have to accept my pride. I am proud to have run away. I am proud to have fallen in love. I am proud to have lied. To have killed. I am proud to have survived, at least in a way… And I am proud of writing my story to you.” Although thought to have died, Etsuko Nokori wakes up in a hospital months after his drug overdose in a world filled with monsters. He finds a journal in the hospital, where he learns of the world’s new residents: Carmuts. The world would’ve ended already if it hadn’t been for humanity’s resilience, thanks to a serum, but even humans became monsters themselves. Etsuko, who hated his previous life’s people, fell in love with his current ones. He now desires nothing more than for everyone in his current life to live and stay with him.

In the revolutionary virtual reality game "Awakening of the Abyss," players are invited to step into a world brimming with unknown terrors – a place crafted specifically for those who seek to challenge their limits and uncover the most primal fears lurking within the depths of their souls. This game is more than just a game; it is a trial for the soul, an exploration of the boundaries of human psychology.

In Deep Down Your Black Heart, step into a world where the boundaries between reality and imagination blur, and the darkest corners of the human psyche come alive. Inspired by the gripping reality of maladaptive daydreaming, this novel weaves a tale of haunting self-reflection, survival, and the unrelenting pull of power and consequence. Follow Hound, a deeply conflicted man gifted—and cursed—with the ability to glimpse fractured visions of the future. As his transformations ravage his body and psyche, Hound navigates a dystopian world of deceit, betrayal, and survival. Driven by guilt over a horrific act against his closest friend, Hound teeters on the edge of madness, his silver eyes reflecting not just his powers but the unrelenting weight of his past. From the brutal trenches of Rivermirror to the guarded halls of River’s elite, Hound’s journey unfolds amidst chaos, betrayal, and unshakable loyalty to his fractured sense of justice. Encounters with characters like the dangerously playful Argent, whose silver hair is as sharp as her wit, and Emily, a woman caught between privilege and survival, challenge Hound’s morality and force him to confront the truths of his own fractured humanity. Exploring the cost of power, the limits of forgiveness, and the chilling effects of unchecked ambition, Through the Deep Down Your Black Heart is a deeply psychological journey through a dystopian world where every choice ripples with devastating consequences. Perfect for readers of dark fantasy and psychological thrillers, this novel delivers a raw, unflinching exploration of what it means to be human when humanity itself hangs in the balance

A few years ago, the human race witnessed an apocalypse. One person's mistake that affected the whole world and threw it into chaos. 'There is now a tree in the moon, how it got there, i don't know.