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“You shall command… Legacy.” Charon thought he would grow up to be a hero, a savior, a shining light for all humans across the galaxy. But humanity is at war. Beset on all sides, their empire is standing only through the combined forces of technology and magic. Massive mechs were constructed, the fabled Colossus Machines, designed to defend the galaxy. The Mages were rallied, bringing forth elemental destruction. Yet it wasn't enough. Planets fell, their people enslaved to the enemies of mankind. Even the Colossus Machines, strong as they were, could not keep up. Charon was one of the orphans caught in the war effort, surviving through determination and courage, earning him the gaze of the God of Death. Gifted with a great and terrible power, the reviled element Soul, the dead around him suddenly become gateways into a realm thought lost to time. Through it, he can chain undead beasts to himself, forcing them to serve in his legions. He is sent into the River Acheron, the realm of the strongest undead, and is made to fight for his release. During this time, he attempts to uncover secret histories and advance his powers to master the undead. With these powers, he learns something new about magic and technology: He can fuse souls into the Colossus Machines, allowing the power of Death to run through their cores. They become warped, twisted machines of vengeance that earn malevolent abilities. They become strong enough to win a war. Magic and machine are mixed to create something more, something darker. An army fit for a master of magic, a general of legions, a conqueror of the stars... An Archon of Death. **WARNING** The story has a lot of nuance and subplots. If you like complex world-building and lore, you'll love this. He gets his power around chapter 5 or 6, and it then develops from there. DISCORD: https://discord.gg/BJ3DTumc29

A story of adventure and discovery. A story of bonds and fellowship. A story of mysteries and mantras. A story of a world only the brave dare to brave. The adventure of a simple young man, brave and strong. A seeker of fun, one who understand the beauty of creation. A creature shrouded in enigma, as deep as the universe. The pursuit of mankind and all creatures in existence. A game of survival, a struggle for dominance. A contest of the braves. Additional tags: Realistic fantasy, Mature, Ecchi, Guild creation, Romantic Subplots.

Dalam dunia yang memburu darahnya, dia memilih untuk mencintai. Merlia Ethoré tidak pernah meminta takdir ini yang menjadi pelindung kepada bayi iblis yang ditakuti seluruh benua. Ketika dunia menginginkan kematian Kael’thar, dia memilih untuk melindungi, bahkan ketika nyawanya sendiri dipertaruhkan. Di sisinya, Kenneth Vinzorye, musuh lama yang pernah menjadi teman masa kecil… kini dibelenggu perintah untuk membunuh anak yang sama. Antara cinta yang tidak diizinkan, rahsia masa lalu, dan bisikan kegelapan yang tak pernah sunyi, mereka berjuang menentang takdir yang mahu memisahkan. Kerana tidak semua iblis lahir dari kegelapan. Dan tidak semua manusia bebas dari kutukan.

Man finds himself and decides to improve, seeking rehabilitation in himself and others.

I was on Death's door. Ready to join my husband in death, however a world full of twisted beliefs pulled me from joining his side. Instead of following what the Gods of this world wanted, I'm just going to do my own thing. They call me a God Killer, all I know is that I've been resurrected, and now it's everyone's problem.

At Yūgen Academy, where prodigies gather, the Math Research Club is a place where complex problems are devoured for breakfast. Newcomer Kanzaki Seiya meets the calm and brilliant prodigy Kisaragi Akari, whose dazzling talent hides a secret no one knows. Under the gentle guidance of Hoshino-sensei, they face mathematical puzzles that are more than just numbers and formulas—they are fragments of pain and hidden truths within their own hearts. The Math Research Club Eats Problems for Breakfast is a story where logic and emotion intertwine, weaving a fractal world of bittersweet struggles and hopeful dreams.

“Let’s make things right now, shall we?” An otaku, socially awkward, 20 years old Airi Shin, was peacefully living her university life, without a hitch. Until her life changed overnight, as she faced an accident on Christmas by a white car running over her. Soon the light before her eyes started to fade away. But when she woke up, she found herself somewhere she wasn’t supposed to be. While she was wondering when and how she landed up there, a man came to her, offering her a chance. To make everything right where it went wrong, and change her fate. Getting to know her entire situation, she met new people, some new situations, and some new feelings bloomed. —————— “That guy is a threat to her, and I will do anything to prevent them from meeting, even if they are fated, to protect her smile,” Ryo swore to himself, while seeing a bright smile on Airi’s face. —————— “I know it might be rude of me now, but can I be your acquaintance once again?” Carter expectantly asked Airi, when the bright moonlight poured over her, making her the most beautiful in the world. —————— “Get the hell out of my sight! Get out! You should’ve been dead all along!” Airi was never bothered by any harsh words, and Shiro was no one to her. Yet somehow, him saying all of this while looking at her with hatred, pierced her heart so badly that she couldn’t stop the tears rolling down her eyes. —————— “I won’t let your lifetimes be filled in despair ever again, I will help you to resolve your regrets in every lifetime, so can it be me?” eyes filled with emotions, Ryo said it to her. And there is this voice, which keeps ringing in her head. A voice so deep, pleading to her every time on her deathbed. “Don’t go! Don’t die on me again!” “I don’t deserve to be by his side, but I want to… and it hurts…” Airi broke into tears, while nature was also harmonizing with her, pouring rain. So many loose ends to tie, so many regrets to resolve. Amidst all of this, will Airi be able to make her life better? Will she be able to deal with the unknown yet oddly familiar events unfolding before her? In between all of this, will their love really bloom? Or it will dry out before that, and fade away in the pages of their lives? —————— Yosh, y'all! This is my very first attempt to write something down. And it’s totally my imaginary world, where I used a tid-bits of reality, so if anything hurts or triggers you, allow me to let you know that whatever I did here, totally for the sake of my story, and of course no harm intended. Caution alert! There are multiple male leads, but who would be the main lead that is the question! Say it love triangle, rectangle, pentangle, whatever you fit ;-; *The cover photo is something I found and edited according to my choice and preferences, so definitely credits to the rightful owner!* Join my discord: https://discord.gg/22JepJWX4D IG: @namcandy101 FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100073239561050 (Search Nam Candy)

This is a story about a man who got isekai’d into another— Wait. What do you mean the Main Character changed?! There were supposed to be one. ONE. Not TWO. What do you mean he retired as the Main Character?! Whatever! Just send another one— The hell do you mean there are no humans left?! What?! Zombie apocalypse?! Fine! Just send that one! Yes, that woman! Good— Wait… Why is she attacking people?! UND‌EAD?! WHY DIDN’T YOU TELL ME, DUMBASS?! —God of Death panicking "So… anyway. Yeah, guess we messed up." —God of Life, trying to keep cool "Messed up?! You sent a fucking dead woman into our world—" —God of Death, losing it "This is a hassle. I’m going to save him." —God of Nothingness, officially fed up "By the way, I changed the age rating because of that woman." —Author, realizing they’re the one who wrote this story.

a boy with a sweet heart but with scary face

Isaac Hofmann. Grade 9 Hunter. No matter where he went, that title clung to him like a curse. His physical stats were barely above average. His magic capacity? Laughable. In a world where strength defined worth, Isaac was just another expendable body sent into low-tier Rifts to scrape by. He didn’t fight for glory, fame, or even hope. He fought for medical insurance. With his sister lying comatose in a private hospital and monthly bills piling up like monsters, quitting was never an option. Hunting was dangerous, humiliating, and paid next to nothing—but it was the only thing keeping her alive. So when a hidden chamber appears during a routine dungeon raid, Isaac sees a chance to earn just a little more before calling it a day. Instead, he’s betrayed by his teammates and offered as a living sacrifice. But fate doesn't let him die. Because the thing sealed beneath that altar isn't just an artifact—it’s a weapon with a mind of its own. And it's been waiting for someone just like him.

In a world where brilliance is buried by routine and the education system kills curiosity, one boy quietly prepares to rewrite the future. Raizel Numas isn’t your average teenager. He’s cold, distant, and nearly invisible at school — but behind that silence lies a mind capable of reshaping the world. While others follow the traditional system, Raizel plans to fight and change it with his genius mind — in secret. Raised in a struggling household, surrounded by noisy relatives and emotional tension, Raizel keeps his genius hidden… waiting. Waiting for the moment he can break free from the system, turn ideas into impact, and build something the world has never seen. This is the story of his rise — from a quiet, misunderstood prodigy to a revolutionary force. Through startups, innovation, failure, and sheer willpower, Raizel sets out to change millions of lives, change the world with his innovation, and carve a name that history can’t ignore.

Kael,born to be a means for his mother to gain the kings attention.Raised in silence and trained to obey,meant to live in the shadows.They pushed him further and further until he finally broke.He vanished without a trace.No one ever asked.The kingdom never mourned. A year later he returns.Changed ,silent ,cold ,uncaring and a dangerous power lurking beneath the light of his eyes. Lyra,the forgotten princess ,born for the throne but scorned to uselessness.No one cared when she was targeted by a sea witch. Until the witch cursed the kingdom through her. Then they cared,,enough to blame her.Banished to the land of humans ,to lurk within the shores, always singing to the tides. Now, in a cruel twist of politics,the palace has arranged their marriage. The castaways bound together in a match meant to silence them both.But the tide doesn't forget. And neither do they. But somewhere along the way love changed everything.

A group of people try to survive the zombie outbreak

Eric Miller was a dismissed genius, long disdained for his flaws. But when the Gate Crisis erupts and interdimensional beings invade Earth, survival demands more than power. Forced to evolve, Eric steps out of obscurity not as a hero, but as the architect of a new world. When magic and technology merge, he will rise.

CONTENT WARNING – JUICY LEMONS DETECTED Reader discretion (and hydration) advised. THE STORY: I got summoned to save a kingdom. But instead of the Holy Hero class, I got this: [SSS-Rank Class Assigned: MILF Hunter] Now every mature woman with curves and baggage looks at me like I’m the main quest. The Queen adopted me. A shrine spirit claimed me A widow pinned me until the system glitched. Every MILF I bond with unlocks a passive. Every one I please evolves my class. And now? [Threadweave Fusion Unlocked] I can fuse skills. Reforge reality. Break the system from the inside out. This isn’t just a harem. It’s a divine glitch with thighs, scars, and consequences. I’m not the hero they asked for. I’m the anomaly the gods want erased. If you’re into: Dominant queens and combat widows Bond-powered level-ups Forbidden skill crafting Combat as foreplay Citrus-coded corruption arcs Then open this book. And bring a towel. [MILF Hunter System Online] Exposure: Rising… Watchers: Engaged… Lemon Protocol: Armed and dripping… Add to your Collection. Drop a Power Stone. Choose your MILF. Because the queens are thick. The class is cursed. And the system? It doesn’t believe in chill. Reader Challenge: 20 Golden Tickets + 10 Reviews + 150 Power Stones = MASS RELEASE! Let’s break the system, one MILF at a time. OFFICIAL ENTRY – Webnovel Spirity Awards 2025 Support the madness with chaos, comments, and crowns. This novel is published exclusively on Webnovel by Fantasydestiny. Any appearance on other sites  is unauthorized and illegal. Please read only from the official source to support the story and its future.

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Aubrey Elyse was born into a wealthy family, but she was never considered a member of the Barlowe clan because she was adopted and her biological parents died in a car accident. However, was this just a coincidence? Bre is straightforward, sweet, charming, and intelligent, but she has never been brave. Until one day, her parents arranged for her to marry a man named Zaire Feliz, who is part of the Monroeville family, one of the richest families in the mafia, owning many well-known buildings, and what they didn't know about him is that he is a mafia boss, despite the fact that he doesn't want to be. Upon investigating the fact of her family's death, will she take revenge together with the Mafia? (English version of Together with the Mafia. To read an original language, visit her profile to Wattpad with a username: CeeEyRa

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--- His voice was deep. Commanding. Dangerous. My fingers trembled on the door handle. I knew I shouldn't. I knew I should walk away. But when he looked at me like that—cold eyes full of fire—I forgot how to breathe. The moment I sat, he slammed the door behind me and grabbed my chin. "You were smiling at him like your damn teeth don't touch," he growled. "You think I didn't see that?" "I wasn't—" "Don't lie to me." His fingers tangled in my hair, not rough, but firm enough to make my heart pound. "You don't smile at anyone like that but me. You hear me?" My breath caught. His face was close. Too close. "I don't like sharing what's mine," he whispered, breath hot against my cheek. "And you, kitten… you're mine." A sharp shiver ran through me as his thumb brushed my lip—and I stupidly bit it. A dangerous gleam lit his eyes. "Stop doing that," he said darkly. "Doing what?" I whispered. "That thing with your mouth that makes me want to ruin you." My heartbeat slammed in my ears. I knew I was in trouble. --- He was darkness itself — dangerous, cold, and untouchable. She was the light he never saw coming. it's started as a contract. but now the devil was obsessed with her. and he vowed neverto let her go. click the download button and read the dark romance between alora and diago

Tamriel is home to many people. Life is a journey and not many walk the same path. Open to a select few is the path of the Nightingale. Nightingale's are warriors of Nocturnal who have committed themselves to stealth, secrecy, and silence. Dar Sha Rava was born into service of Nocturnal and will soon have a taste of freedom.

Well known as the unqualified Leader of the Krul. C group, Yui En is stripped out of his position by his cousin causing a lot of misfortunes to land on him. He is disappointed by the turn of the event, but that was it. Other than a slight downcast he didn't seem to care at all for the results he got. Since then, He simply spends his days reading books, sleeping, and drawing. Even the maids of his mansion would feel dull whenever looking at their young master's daily life. It was a real surprise how their young master wasn't still sick with continuing his days like this. But after a few more months of keeping an eye on him, the maids realize something. Their young master sometimes disappear suddenly and sometimes would appear out of thin air. They began to doubt whether he was a human or not... ----------------

I've never talked to anyone, not even the people in my class, besides my family. After coincidentally seeing her again... I decided to give it a try to make her smile

> Mila has always loved deeply, but love has never loved her back. When Zayn, the boy who shattered her heart, suddenly returns, her world is thrown into emotional chaos. Can she resist his charm and protect her healing heart—or will history repeat itself? Dive into a story of heartbreak, healing, and second chances that will leave your soul aching and your heart racing.

Author’s Thought Sex with the Devil was born from the shadows—where desire meets danger, and faith is tested by fire. I’ve always been captivated by stories that straddle the sacred and the profane, where the lines between right and wrong blur into something beautiful, dark, and deeply human. This is not just a tale of temptation; it is a story about inner rebellion. About what happens when a woman bound by vows meets a force that awakens the parts of her she was taught to bury. Magdalena’s journey is one of transformation—from obedience to truth, from silence to fire. Lucien, the Devil, is not a villain in the traditional sense. He is power, longing, exile, and paradox. He challenges the world around him and the people who dare get close. Through him, I wanted to explore themes of free will, divine hypocrisy, and the price of love in a world ruled by fear and judgment. I wrote this story to be both haunting and seductive, rich with gothic atmosphere, supernatural stakes, and an emotional core that burns. If it makes your heart race, your beliefs tremble, or your mind linger on what is truly forbidden, then I’ve done my job. Thank you for stepping into this dark, beautiful world with me. — Juli Glory

{WARNING - MATURE CONTENT} "What is your wish?" Gazing into his violet eyes, I ask. Inside deep down, hopes grow. Please don't be something off the line. I can't handle such things like that. It is against will. "There is a massage I want to try out" Zander voices and takes his hands back. I finally get to escape the tight embrace. "Get in the car. There is a place I know" Turning around, I begin to walk away. Yet, his strong arm holds me back. He forces me to face him. What again? "We are not going out, miss independent" He grins. Alone with the evil smile, I can sense the mess he will cause with requests. "I don't know how to massage" A frown displays across my face. I really don't. He should just walk out of my house. "Who says you have to?" Zander raises his right brow. And I quiet down. No fucking way. "I am the one who is going to massage you... your breasts" The last two words he continues, feel like a lightning striking me in the middle of summer day. I knew this devil would ask for such sensual things! "No. Pick another wish. I am not permitting stuff like that" I instruct. Attempting to shove the man's grip away from my arm. "Don't you recall my statement, darling? You are not allowed to decline either" He brags. Of course, I am aware. But seriously? I have had sex for a few times only in my entire life with all the men I wasted my extra time on. I don't find the contentment in that area. "I am getting impatient, love. Let's commence already" Zander flashes his dimple smile. Picking me up in bridal way which catches me off guard. "Put me down!" With the strength I gained before, I try to get away. But still, he won't let me. "Don't move. Otherwise, I might end up doing much more worse thing than the massage to you" The whisper hushes me down. He is a devil, the type to do as his words. I better remain calm. There will be a chance for me to slip through this situation. Yes, I have to wait. "Good girl..." He grins down at me once I cease struggling. Jerk. His steps enter my bedroom. And he places me on the bed. "Strip now" He orders. His hand already has the oil bottle to begin the massage. He is really quick with everything. What should I do? "Come on, my gorgeous" He whines like a child begging for the sweet candy. "Are you certain this is only a massage?" I shoot a slight glare. Maybe it is fine to enjoy this. Also been a long time since I have spent a night with a man. I guess there is nothing to concern to have some fun with this devil. It is not like I can run away. "I would never lie to you" Zander assures. Well, I don't see anything wrong with these wishes. There are no feelings involved as well. I can use him for fun. Right. Think in positive way. "Are you going to observe me take the top off?" Over my query, the man's lips curve up. "Finally..." --------------- Violet Ravena, the fearsome mafia leader, was poisoned by her husband and his lover brutally. It turned out he had been planning to possess her belongings since the very beginning. Till the last breath, she wished for second chance, to avenge her husband who used her love. Soon, the desire was fulfilled by a flirty devil, Zander Gavril, who offered a contract out of interest. In return, she had to satisfy his one wish every day as he helped her accomplish the goal to venge the husband, Damian and his mistress, Nesta. [The story is written in characters' point of view for your information. In view of the fact that english is not my first language, there could be errors. If there were several mistakes in the chapters, I deeply apologize for those]