Echo Of Fate

Orphaned by tragedy, Shroud lives in a world ruled by Pathways—mystical routes that grant unimaginable power but demand great sacrifice. Enrolling in Arcadia Academy, a haven for Pathway seekers, he discovers fleeting moments of friendship, love, and hope. Yet the Pathways are unforgiving, and every step brings loss. As war, betrayal, and sorrow threaten to engulf him, Shroud must decide whether to rise as a hero or succumb to the darkness that haunts his path.

For Thalia, monster-hunting is just a job. Until she unknowingly slays a demon. That's when she realized not all the job can't be done by herself.

Arin, a modern-day museum curator from Tokyo, is inexplicably transported to a mystical prehistoric world, awakening in the body of a young girl in the Silverglade Tribe. Isolated by the impenetrable Mist River, the tribe's once-great power, tied to the mysterious Moonfire Crystal, has dwindled over the ages. As Arin grapples with her new identity, she explores the wonders and dangers of this ancient world, uncovering secrets of the stone age. ------------------------------------------------ Hello guys! Thank you for deciding to check out Echoes of Dusk. After reading for so long I decided to write a story of my own. As of right now I plan to update 3-4 chapters a week and will later increase the frequency. I want to create a story that is thorough with no nonsensical plot so please be patient with me. This will be my first book so be sure to comment and let me know your thoughts.

What happens when we die? A question asked since man had its first thought. When we die do we see the pearly gates? Do we go to hell where the devil is waiting excitedly to punish the sinners? or Do we only have the void? well what if their all right just not as expected. Curious well come along on this journey of a world where things are similar yet very different. Warning first time writer of anything so if you find any mistakes or have any ideas that you think could help please share I'll look at them. Warning This is heavily reliant on chatGPT I just have the idea

Fate weaves its tapestry in shadows and light, guiding our steps through the dance of destiny. "Ace of Fate" is an action, romance, and fantasy novel that follows Felix, a solitary man living away from society. When he meets Miku, his life begins to change dramatically. As their relationship develops, both characters slowly discover and explore human emotions. The story unfolds, taking readers on a journey of self-discovery, redemption, and the unpredictable nature of fate. With its compelling blend of intrigue and personal struggle, the novel boasts rich lore and plenty of action.

Saki Nakamura was everything people admired—beautiful, radiant, and always the center of attention. But behind the perfect facade, she was drowning in loneliness, trapped in a life she never chose. Then she met Makoto Ito, a quiet, unremarkable boy who didn’t see her as the world did. For the first time, Saki felt like someone truly saw her—not the flawless image she projected, but the real person beneath. In Makoto’s presence, she discovered it was okay not to be perfect. But could she let go of the life everyone expected and find her own path?

After his abusive stepmother burns his novels, writer Zhen Wo takes his own life—only to wake in a world where women don’t exist. Claimed by the powerful warrior Wei Xiaotian of the Meilan Sect, he must navigate a new life as Yu Hengtian. But is their bond true love—or a dangerous fate?

In a distant future, Earth is ravaged by decades of war between two factions: the Resistance, a global superstate obsessed with order and control, and the Forsaken, a coalition of rebels fighting for autonomy. The battles have left the planet nearly unhabitable, forcing both sides to establish fortified cities amidst desolation.

Many years ago most of earth's population got infected with a mysterious infection, the "curse of the hollowed". All these poor souls developed superhuman abilities but completely lost their mind and started aimlessly destroying everything around them. To protect themselves, humans built walls around their towns and hunters, as well as royal knights were hired to get rid of the danger. But just as people started gaining hope that the pandemic will be over soon, the "divine light cult" was formed with members that believed the curse was a divine punishment and humans aren't allowed to intervene, so the members started to kill those who tried to defeat the victims of the curse. After years of struggling and many, many deaths the kingdom finally managed to get rid of most infected ones and the new cases started getting less and less, only happending occasionally. Suddenly, after more than a decade of peace strange events start to occur again. How will humanity hold up against a possible second wave of the "curse"?

"You can outrun many things, but fate will always find you, like your shadow in the light." . In the heart of Washington D.C., mafia heir Vaughn Volkov is on a mission that takes him far from the sun-soaked streets of California. The bustling city, with its imposing monuments and corridors of power, is a far cry from the palm-lined avenues of his home. Vaughn, however, is not one to be easily intimidated. His piercing blue eyes and commanding presence turn heads wherever he goes, a reminder that beneath his polished exterior lies a man accustomed to danger and control. Vaughn's path crosses with Eliza Monroe, a seemingly innocent college student whose gentle demeanor masks a resilience forged from her own turbulent past. Eliza, with her kind heart and determined spirit, is an enigma. She spends her days buried in books at the library, her nights working part-time to make ends meet. Her brown eyes, often hidden behind a cascade of dark curls, hold a depth that Vaughn finds both intriguing and unsettling. Their first encounter is anything but ordinary. Vaughn watches, intrigued by her fearlessness and the fire in her eyes. "You're not like the others," he remarks later, cornering her in the quiet corner of the library. His voice is a low, dangerous purr that sends shivers down Eliza's spine. "And you're not just the student here," she retorts, meeting his gaze with a mixture of curiosity and caution. "What do you want from me?" Vaughn's lips curve into a slow, dangerous smile. "Maybe I just want to get to know you." Despite her reservations, Eliza feels a strange pull towards Vaughn. His presence is intoxicating, a blend of danger and allure that she finds hard to resist. As they spend more time together, Eliza begins to see glimpses of the man beneath the mafia heir. Vaughn, too, finds himself drawn to Eliza in ways he never anticipated. Her kindness, her strength, and her unyielding spirit ignite something within him that he thought long buried. Yet, as their connection deepens, the shadows of their pasts loom ever larger. Vaughn's family business, shrouded in crime and violence, is never far from his mind. His enemies are ruthless, and his association with Eliza puts her squarely in their crosshairs. Eliza, too, harbors secrets. The dark forces that have shaped her life threaten to consume her, and Vaughn's world only amplifies those dangers. As their worlds collide, they must navigate a treacherous web of intrigue, passion, and forbidden desire. But with danger lurking around every corner, will their love survive, or will they be torn apart by the shadows of fate?

Have you ever wondered what will happen if Amara agreed to marry her stepsister’s ex-fiancé? Basil Augustus Hawthrone, the heir of the Hawthrone Agritech. He exhales an air of control and preciseness. His cold appearance makes him seem aloof, as if emotions are useless distraction. With a sharp intellect and a calculating mind, he always measure every decision strictly. The only person that gets to see his weakness is Tatiana, his ex-fiancée for five years, who turned out to be his niece. In order for them to stop the forbidden love they had for each other, he was arranged to marry the stepsister of his ex-fiancée. Seraphine Amara Montgomery, the illegitimate daughter of Silas Montgomery, the founder of MT Enterprises. She is a perfect example of a woman free from all flaws, but beneath her lies a restless soul. She moves through life carelessly, lost in desires and pleasures, unconcerned with the consequences of her actions that is run by a sense of entitlement, coming from a life of privilege, where everything she wants has always been within reach, except for the affection that she longs from her family. Seraphine's polished exterior hides the space left by emotional neglect and isolation, making her reckless in her chase for affection and validation. When both the family of Basil and Tatiana, his ex-fiancée, found out that they are related by blood, the family decided to broke them apart and set up Basil to marry Amara instead, the stepsister of Tatiana who recently got involved in an illegal drug trade managed by one of her friends, Alistair. The father of Tatiana and Amara thought that this idea will bring tranquility in their household, but little does he know that he created another problem that will make the situation of his daughters worst?

In a world teetering on the brink of forgotten magic and hidden histories, Jack awakens in the body of Amon Grimveil, a young boy with a soul weighed down by past lives and buried secrets. Struggling with his fractured identity and haunted by visions of Amon's memories, Jack navigates a mysterious, dark world where power lurks beneath the surface, waiting to be discovered. Haunted by the shadows of the Fractured Mist—a realm that bends reality and time—Jack finds himself torn between the remnants of his past life and the dangerous powers he’s beginning to unlock. With each revelation, the line between who he was and who he might become grows blurrier. As the Mist pulls him deeper into its web, Jack must confront the cost of the power it offers and the price of his very soul. A tale of betrayal, identity, and the struggle for control, Echoes of Forgotten World delves into the darkness of the human mind, the allure of forbidden knowledge, and the terrifying uncertainty of what lies beneath the surface of reality.

Ten-year-old Jalil lives in a crumbling apartment with his mother, a drug addict and prostitute trapped in a cycle of despair. When a violent customer breaks in to collect a debt, Jalil bravely intervenes to protect her, but tragedy strikes, and he is shot in the chaos. Jalil awakens in a haunting queue alongside other recently deceased souls, all waiting to pass through a checkpoint known as the Transition. Dark, horrifying beings wielding scythes patrol the line, preventing the lost souls from escaping into the unknown. As he stands in fear, haunted by memories of his life, Jalil realizes that his fight is far from over. Driven by love and desperation, he embarks on a perilous journey through this eerie afterlife, seeking a way to return to the living world and save his mother Echoes of Despair is a tale of resilience, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bond between a mother and son, set against a backdrop of heart-wrenching choices and the fight for redemption

In the middle of a deserted island, a small boy wakes up with two sets of memories: one from his few years of life and the other from a man who lived to adulthood and achieved great things. When he least expected it, a powerful master appeared on the island and took him in as a disciple, revealing a shocking fact: magic exists in that world, and, thanks to it, humanity managed to conquer the galaxy. If you like it, you can support me on patreon.com/lordanl and get up to 10 advanced chapters.

What was meant as a sign of love and devotion for other couples was nothing but a testament of his ownership on me. A daily reminder for the rest of my life. Until death do us part wasn’t an empty promise as with so many other couples that entered the holy bond of marriage. There was no way out of this union for me. So I was own by my husband until the end of my life. The last few words of the oath that men swore when they were inducted into the Black Clans could just as well have been the closing of my wedding vow. This wedding wasn’t about love or trust or choice. It was about duty and honour, about doing what was expected. A bond to ensure peace in Black territory and White Clans stop more bloodshed in between two big clans on this earth, B Clans and the last W Clans feud that clashes more than 2000 years.

After meeting a brutal end in his own universe, the legendary warrior Grant Marve is reincarnated in a foreign realm as Johan Runner. Born into a humble, lower-class family, Johan has no memory of his past life, his once-great skills, or the strength he once wielded. But destiny isn’t done with him yet. A gifted cultivator with a secret mission crosses his path, determined to help him unlock his true identity and reclaim his former power. She teaches him everything she knows about cultivation, medicine, and the art of creation techniques, guiding him through each step of his journey. As Johan steadily grows in strength, he begins to uncover the hidden truths of this universe, leading him to a secret that could change everything.

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In a world ruled by strength, cultivation, and influence, what happens when one man alone holds the power to change everything? "Welcome to the world..." Alaric, born into the family of a Duke, was believed to be just another child. But there’s nothing ordinary about him. Strength is only a fraction of... his oddity. [Nascent One's Guide.] One morning, Alaric awakens to a life-altering power—and a boner. Alaric isn’t ambitious, far from it. He couldn’t care less about strength, fame, or power. If given the choice, he’d spend every moment with the people he loves, doing absolutely nothing. But his obsession with enjoying his life with his loved ones? It grabs him by the collar and drags him toward greatness, forcing him into a world where strength is the only way to survive. “Father... you're their target, aren’t you?” Alaric won’t allow anyone to even think of harming his family. His pursuit of power isn’t for glory or status—it’s for protection. For them. Follow Alaric’s journey as he unravels the truth of the world and climbs to the top, driven not by ambition, but by a relentless need to keep his loved ones safe—no matter the cost.

A group of high school friends must band together to survive a sudden apocalypse filled with undead creatures. As they navigate the dangers of their new world, they uncover secrets that could lead to humanity's salvation. Along the way, they face personal challenges, develop deep bonds, and discover hidden strengths within themselves.

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?

Magic Resides in All. Follow Eren as he embarks on an adventure to find the relics and save Elaria.

In a small, unremarkable town, a teenager named Noah lives a life filled with profound sorrow and neglect. Struggling with the weight of emotional isolation, his journey takes a dark turn as he battles with feelings of emptiness and despair. Despite fleeting moments of connection and hope, Noah's life is a constant fight against his inner demons and the indifferent world around him. After a series of tragic events, Noah's life abruptly ends, but his story is far from over. His soul, marked by a unique indigo aura of deep sorrow, draws the attention of a Transcendent Being in a mysterious, timeless space. Moved by Noah's immense pain, the Being grants him a chance at a new beginning. Follow along as Noah, now Zhi Hua, embarks on a quest to find his purpose in the world. Equipped with unique cultivation art he will challenge fate, and find out if he will succeed or fail. PS. English isn't my first language, so I use Grammarly to correct spelling mistakes. Disclaimer: Themes of Suicide, self-harm, and abuse, and eventually acceptance, self-healing, and hope

In the dim hours between dreams and wakefulness, Izumi's world unravels into a haunting tapestry of shadows and echoes. A disquieting nightmare lingers, leaving him entangled in a malevolent dance between reality and the macabre. As the line between sanity and horror blurs, Izumi finds himself tangled in something familiar.

When Alex finds the book, it might be hidden, cloaked in shadows, or bound in an ancient, strange material that somehow calls out to him. The book itself could be almost alive, with pages that shimmer or change when touched, filled with secrets of cosmic proportions: the origins of the universe, the cycles of creation and destruction, and the forces that control fate. As he reads, he unknowingly unlocks a dormant magic within him—powers that connect him to the universe on a fundamental level, giving him the potential to influence reality, bend time, or defy fate itself. As he continues reading, he realizes that this power also brings responsibility. He must confront the forces of fate, which are determined to maintain the universe’s cycle, resisting any interference in its natural end. The boy’s journey becomes one of choice and courage, balancing the powers he's gained with the burden of deciding whether he can—or should—prevent the universe's eventual destruction.

When the world inside a novel that Han Juho reads becomes reality, a mass force from another world begins to invade, leaving destruction and tragedy following soon after. People fall victim to dark scenarios, and society crumbles. Amidst the chaos, Han Juho, an ordinary middle school teacher, survives a dangerous journey with his new friends, all driven by a shared desire to live and uncover the origins of the invaders and the suffering they bring.

This is a story told by the two main characters. Eli and Max. With power come responsiblity and what path in life would your Choices lead you. [Eli]I just turned 24 and was still on the run. When will my life allow me a normal life. When I turned 16 years old, I got powers that allowed me to see the truth of who is good and bad by reading their life force. I can also control people actions. "What's your name son?" The man asked. I burn with furry why can he not leave me alone. "I'm not your son. Please leave me alone." I try to make myself clear. "Please tell me your name and finish your meal." The man says. [Max]I am Maximum and I am the ruler of the Pawā Nation. I had been told that a powerful person that could help bring this nation back to peace and glory would soon be in this area. For the past few days I walk into the local Cafe to wait. As I enter I accidentally bumped a young man. My mind goes blank as my heart start beating faster. How can this boy make me feel this weak. All I wants to do is to pull the boy to me and protect him. 'trust in love for he will be' Everything is not as it seems. The mysterys of heaven and hell will be tested. When a young boys nightmare turns to a young womans dream can love be saved from deaths door. 'The thunder crashed threw the sky. I look around I can hear a child crying and as I surch the crying becomes louder and louder. I run and run but never come close. Then a hand grabs me and pulls me away. I now can see the child laughing as I am dragged away. 'I will never let you save them, you are mine' A voice cries out and I try to pull away. I am screaming but no one comes' Please enjoy the story. And know I write for fun so sorry if the grammar and spelling my not be correct it is still a story to get lost in. It is a short story with less then thirty chapters so enjoy as your waiting for updates on your other stories. Volume 2: As an Oracle that is still learning she must find away to save her king, his country and her own life. I was standing in a field like place but it was different in some ways. I could hear the sounds of dogs. My heart beat picks up and I feel as if I need to run to escape what is coming. I can smell heather and as I try to run the ground is not solid but mushy. I move as fast as I can hearing the dogs coming closer. Then the man with the scar appears before me. He glared at me and I could feel the murderous spirit. 'You have no right to interfere' he says. I try to run again and hit a wall of a man. I look up to see Michael and he wraps his arms around me. Then a shot rings and pain hits me. I look down and see blood pouring from my chest as I drop to the ground. Can Cindy find the right path that will let her live or is she destined to die in a foreign country. Volume 3: 28 years after the first story takes place and a young Ax with the power of his birth mother to make men do his will, he must learn patience to win the heart of his true love. He his the Commander of a prison castle and he finds a thief that stirs his heart. Warning:This volume is a BL story.