Inanimate Insanity Afterlife In The Limelight

In the wake of tragedy, Jack Hayes struggles to cope with the devastating loss of his younger brother, Ethan "The Viper" Hayes, who dies in a brutal MMA fight against the reigning state champion, Rico "The Beast" Martinez. While the match is ruled an accident, Jack is haunted by the belief that foul play led to Ethan's untimely death. Consumed by grief and anger, he grapples with feelings of helplessness and guilt. In his search for closure, Jack decides to enter the world of MMA—not for revenge, but to find peace and honor Ethan's memory. Under the mentorship of Lena, a seasoned fighter with her own troubled past, Jack begins a grueling training regimen that tests his physical and mental limits. As he fights through local circuits, he discovers the camaraderie and resilience of fellow fighters, all of whom share their own struggles and stories of loss. As Jack rises through the ranks, he adopts the persona of "The Ghost," channeling his brother's spirit and seeking to transform his pain into strength. But as he gains recognition, the specter of Rico looms larger, culminating in a high-stakes tournament that could earn Jack the chance to face the man he holds responsible for Ethan’s death. In the climactic battle, Jack confronts not just Rico, but the internal demons that have plagued him since the tragedy. As he fights for redemption, he learns that true strength lies in embracing the past and that finding peace is a journey, not a destination. "The Ghost of the Ring" is a powerful tale of grief, resilience, and the transformative power of sport, exploring the delicate balance between revenge and healing in the unforgiving world of mixed martial arts.

In a realm where boundless of mysteries are left be to unfold and secrets that remained unsolved, as a person who grew up in such a crazy world filled with nothing but madness, would you not turn insane? Be careful, try not to lose yourself. This is not a story about man against divination, curses, technologies or even against another man, because this is a chronicle about a person against their own self and their twisted ideals and beliefs. **** Author: "Warning! This story is a dark one and it contains abuse, torture, death, killing, and revenge." "So if you don't want that type of story then don't read this you've been warned!"

What happens after death? It's a mystery no one can say. Before being betrayed, he had always held on to the belief that there are two realms to go to after death: Heaven and Hell. However, after being betrayed, he found out that it's not like that. Almost everything he learned about was a fallacy. The universe was not created but naturally formed. Arishem, the ultimate ruler of Heaven, was once a human who found the Celestial Ruler and created Heaven. Lucifer was under him, using the Karot to direct souls from the universe to empower Lucifer by turning them into soul drops. Lucifer betrayed Arishem and ran away with the Karot. He created Hell using the treasure and started monopolizing all the souls from Earth. Souls had no way to enter Heaven again, thereby preventing Arishem from getting stronger through absorbing souls, so he had to use another way detrimental to the universe. Which way is it? Wallace was betrayed by his family and died; his soul went to Hell, where he learned that he would have to undergo extermination and become nourishment for Lucifer. He learned that stories about benevolent Heaven were not real, as they wanted; they were all looking for ways to monopolize souls and exterminate them to make themselves stronger. He did not accept his fate; he had to go through three different trials so that his will could be erased, and he would surrender. Nine deaths, Cerberus' wrath, and the Soul Rending Whip were enough to break the will of any soul and damage them. Not willing to surrender, he had to go through the three trials, going through unimaginable torture and pain. In the third trial, there was the emergence of another treasure, the Karum, on his dead body. With the help of Karum, his soul was called back from Hell and melded into his body, turning him into a half-human, half-spiritual being, while also nurturing something of unimaginable precedence in his body. The Celestial Ruler created Heaven; the Karot created Hell. What can the Karum, the last creation treasure the universe can nurture, and one that's far stronger than the two former treasures, do? Can he fulfill what it can do? Can he survive under the pursuit of Heaven and Hell? What secret does the universe hold? How was the universe created? Is it from the emergence of a treasure? What’s the secret behind everything?

“Afterlife Memory: The Virtual Realm” Lu Yunfei, a young engineer, dies unexpectedly in a car accident, only to find his soul uploaded into a digital space called The Virtual Realm. This is no ordinary virtual world—it is a mysterious realm controlled by an experimental organization designed to store and study “selected souls.” Lu Yunfei soon realizes that his death was no accident; he has become part of a larger experiment. The other “people” in this world are mere data and programs. Within the Virtual Realm, Lu Yunfei discovers he has been given special abilities and begins to question the reality around him. As he interacts with system-generated virtual personas, he uncovers secrets about the experiment and the nature of death itself. Each time he breaks a rule of the virtual world, his determination to resist grows stronger. Determined to escape, Lu Yunfei uses his abilities to create chaos and rewrite his digital existence. By breaking through the system’s constraints, he successfully downloads himself back into the real world, where he uses advanced technology to print a new physical body. Not only does he achieve rebirth, but he also takes control of his destiny, becoming the key to unraveling the conspiracy behind the Virtual Realm. “Afterlife Memory: The Virtual Realm” is a tense and thought-provoking sci-fi novel that explores themes of death, freedom, and consciousness. From an experimental subject to a reborn fighter, Lu Yunfei challenges the system’s control and ultimately reclaims his true self.

"She stopped me from coming to the wedding!" "It's because she loved you and did not want me to marry you." "Do you think I'll trust you again? You liar!" He bellowed but he had believed her.

Waking up in the middle of a city filled with rivers of blood, missing most of his memories of the past 10 years, with only the message in the sky saying "Do your best to amuse me.", Ubel Achlys has to do his best to survive and find out what happened in the 10 years he lost his memory, who exactly left that message that oddly looked like it was written with blood and why did they possibly erase his memories.

Avery: Aside from his mother, Avery is the only omega in a family full of alphas. As the youngest of four, he was strongly loved and heavily supported as he decided to make a name for himself as an artist. However, rather than filling him with warmth and passion like it once used to, he began feeling empty inside whenever he painted or drew. The night before his freshman orientation at the university he was going to attend, he made up his mind to deffer his enrollment and step away from art entirely. At nineteen years old, this one decision would not only alter the course of his future, but lead him to finding the answers to questions he desparatley searched for, "Why do I paint? Who do I paint for? What am I trying to say?". Even after taking a step back from his greatest passion, art is the only thing he has on his mind. Feeling lost and confused, a seemingly meaningless decision and one unfortunate situation leads him into the arms of an alpha he has never met. Though he was in heat, Avery has never been more sure of anything in his life as he was about this man. This was his alpha, and he would do anything in his ability to make sure it stayed that way. Kai: At twenty-four years old, Kai's life has been nothing but difficult. Having been abused by his mother after his father walked out on them as a baby, he could have easily wound up down the wrong path in life. Instead, despite everything he has been through, he graduated high scool and then went straight to work. Now Kai is a modest owner of a bar, living in a studio apartment and sending what wages he can to the mother who blamed him for her life. Harboring deep seeded guilt for the way his mother has lived, Kai swore he would never get involved romantically with anyone, much less an omega, lest he resign them to the same fate of his mother. However, that all changed when he was walking to work one evening and smelled the frightened pheromones of an omega in heat. He followed the scent to a young and incapacitated Avery, and decided that he needed to help him before things got worse. Carrying him back to his apartment, he did everything he could to reassure Avery and make sure that he was safe. He ran down to the corner store that was right next to his apartment and purchased some inhibitors to help with Avery 's heat... But when he returned he quickly realized that they would not work. Follow the story of Surrendering to Insanity, told from first person in both points of view. *This story takes place in a fictional setting. All names, places, and locations are fake. Any resemblance to reality is unintentional. The cover may change as the story progresses. If the length ends up longer than what is suited for the short stories category, it will be updated accordingly. As the story progresses, tags may update to better suit the work.*

My new family was different from all the expectations I had imagined; they loved me and treated me with kindness. Memories of my previous life began to return to me in flashes. In my past life, I was not an ordinary person; I was a man with vast ambitions, someone deeply immersed in knowledge and power. A world I knew through reading a fantasy novel. I am a villain; I was a villain in my past life, and here I am, reborn as a rich villain in a novel I read in my previous life.

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."

Ian Scott, an eighteen-year old "ordinary high schooler" was anything but ordinary. Caught up in a murder case he lends his thoughts and helps Lance Venson, the captain of the Criminal Unit solve the case. Were they fated to meet? Would they bring each other to their dooms or become each other's salvation?

"The Ghost In The Crater" is a gripping tale of resilience, friendship, and the unyielding human spirit. Set in a close-knit community, the story unfolds after a tragic night of intoxication and violence that leads to the disappearance of Alex, a beloved friend. The events of that night, concealed by guilt and fear, haunt the lives of those involved. Driven by haunting dreams of Alex's spirit, Emma, his best friend's youngest sister, embarks on a courageous quest for truth and justice. With unwavering determination, she unravels the web of lies and deceit, confronting the guilty parties and demanding accountability. As Emma's pursuit unfolds, she faces immense challenges and danger, but her courage and resilience inspire others to join her cause. The echoes of the crater reverberate through the community, exposing the darkness that had long been concealed d. Through Emma's journey, the community begins to heal, but the truth comes at a cost. Emma grapples with the complexities of human nature, and her perception of the world is forever changed. Yet, she finds strength in the enduring bond with Alex's spirit and the allies who rally behind her. "The Ghost In Crater" is a story that reminds us of the power of truth and justice, even in the face of the darkest of times. It celebrates the strength of friendship, the resilience of the human spirit, and the importance of facing the consequences of our actions. The legacy of this tale endures, serving as a beacon of hope and inspiration for generations to come.

In a magical world where the strong dominate the weak, humanity relies on the so-called elites, the most talented individuals, for its survival. Locked in an eternal struggle against more powerful races, magical beasts, and other humans, the Silver Flame Nation depends on the royal academy to forge its elites. Mike, a boy born into a humble family, wants to find his older brother, who mysteriously cut ties with his family after joining the royal academy. But there’s one problem: only the greatest geniuses in the nation get the chance to take the academy’s admission test, and for that, Mike has nothing but luck to rely on. However, along the way, Mike stumbled upon a strange object that would turn his life upside down, a mysterious egg. [Ding! User detected… Beginning user compatibility evaluation with the system...] [Ding! Evaluation complete! The user is 100% compatible with the system! Welcome!] With this strange system that granted him random eggs and the ability to tame the beasts that emerged from them, Mike embarked on an epic journey to find his brother while facing the challenges this magical world had in store. Follow Mike on his journey as he uncovers more about this magical world and strives to become the greatest beast master in the world! Well… at least he tries.

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Xiang Ling, the precious blue star, cultivated for ten thousand years and finally faced her heavenly tribulation to ascend to the position of an Immortal. Unfortunately, her tribulation occurred the very night when the Crown Prince of the Heavenly Realm was undergoing Nirvana. While Xiang Ling passed her tribulation, the heavenly thunder disturbed Nirvana, and the Crown Prince failed to ascend. In her rage, the Heavenly Empress punished Xiang Ling and sent her to the Mortal Realm to face life tribulation. When Xiang Ling opened her eyes in the Mortal Realm, she found herself inside the body of an eighteen-year-old girl who shared the same name as hers. It didn't take long for Xiang Ling to realize just how harsh her punishment was. The original owner of the body was the only daughter of the County Magistrate of Dongzhi Province and was famous throughout the province for her shameless, unfilial, and overbearing attitude. She was known to create trouble for her parents and siblings. She was famous for bullying the young ladies and masters of other families. She tortured the servants. She regularly visited brothels, pawn shops, and other places where a girl should never go. But if all these weren't already enough, she was also famous for bullying her husbands. Right! Xiang Ling was married and not only to one man but to five men in total. Now, it was not only the entire province and her family that hated her, even her husbands despised her and wanted to get rid of her. Could Xiang Ling possibly survive in the Mortal Realm when every other person seemed to hate her to the core? * * * Warning: Mature content in the story! This is a Reverse Harem novel. ----- This story is part of the WSA 2024 contest, so please show your support for the story and the author! ----- For more updates about the story, follow me on Instagram: @nightsummer20 ******* Disclaimer: The book cover is mine.

Mori was having a bad day. His parents had gotten into a car accident leading them to their deaths, and he had to attend their funeral, but they are out of town in a different Zone, so he needed to take a plane. Mori never had a good relationship with his parents, and he would've never gone if his childhood hadn't kept pestering him to come with her. Mori had made his mind after a week and booked a ticket, but before he left he had to inform his girlfriend about his departure, but he had seen something that was totally unexpected but wasn't all that surprised… Making his day even worse, during his flight, some type of portal appeared out of nowhere….

What if a world where dangers are everywhere, each and every corners of the earth lies threats that could lead to your untimely demise, exists? What will you do when you are in that situation? The world of Bigbell, Victorian Continent. There was once a Hunter, who had brought countless beasts and monsters down to their knees, falling prey to his blade. Hunters were a profession despised yet needed by everyone as Hunters were the protectors of the world. Although a protector, if one wields so much power, it would be expected that they too will fall prey to their own powers. Let us follow the footsteps of the one who shall lead us into this world, Rueben Mortimer, as he navigate through the mysteries and the bizarre world he was borne into. [Content Warning] Sexual Tragedies, Child Tragedies, Body Horror, War Horror, Blasphemous Philosophies, and other related contents are present in this book. Please read at your own risk. "" Inspired by Bloodborne, Lord of the Mysteries, My House of Horrors and Lovecraftian Horrors and other Horror Medias

Hello, this is my first novel. Do try reading one chapter and leave a review. Sypnosis won't really be needed after you read 1st chapter but if have to give one then Dead As the main character unravels the millennial mysteries of the world where even gods and deities will emerge we see our main character his motives unknowns in a world of Chaos.

Emilia Gray, a psychic medium, returns to her hometown of Ravenswood to investigate a series of bizarre occurrences. As she delves deeper into the mystery, she discovers that the events are connected to an ancient curse that has haunted the town for centuries

The story takes place in the city of Ari, the city known to be the city of witches and wizards. It is the safest city in the kingdom of Izea. The oglins and other dangerous creatures can not break down its walls, and even if they get into the city secretly, they are easily caught due to the abundance of people with magic in the city. It is also where deep within the Cera Witch clans forest lays the most dangerous being in the whole continent of Okea. It is said that even the most powerful witch clan the clan of Cera had to have help from other powerful clans all across the continent to put a sleep curse on the being when it went crazy and lost its rationality. He was once a loved king, but unfortunately, his body could not withstand the power. Deep within the dark woods high up in the mountain, he sleeps, but just with a whisper will he awake he the King Aragos of Izea and the most powerful being in the whole of Okea Alysia is adventurous and barely listens to her parents when they ask not to scout the dark areas of the inner forest. Her interest in learning about all there is to being a witch and how she can unleash her full potential to lead her to him. The sleeping beauty, but with his eyes open, he is a dangerously gorgeous animal. He is dangerous, wild and heartless with him awake, and nothing is thought to survive. The loss that comes with her mistake is so hard to bear that for her punishment, it is with him that she has to stay. Day by day, she wishes she could strangle him alive but not with the little power she has. Until the day when she learns of his secret. He has a weakness. Will she use the opportunity to kill him, or will it be a start of something they call..

When Cyrilo, a young boy trapped in an abusive home, wakes up to the horror of seeing his mother, the kindest and the gentlest soul he knew severely injured by his abusive father, he is overcome with rage and guilt. After his father leaves, he resorts self-harm out of rage, only to come to his senses when he accidentally hurts his sister. Afraid to become the same person his father was, Cyrilo runs away from the house, as far as he could, as far as his body would let him go. Soon, he finds himself in the middle of a forest, when he finds the sound of metal approaching him, but he is too tired to bother, and simply closes his eyes, falling asleep.

The heavy rain pounded against the windows, a relentless reminder of the storm raging outside. Inside, Elena stood at the edge of the living room, her arms wrapped tightly around herself as if the cold could keep the memories away. She had heard the knock at the door, but she didn’t move. She wasn’t sure if she could. “Elena.” The sound of her name broke through her thoughts, soft but insistent. She turned, and there he was—Liam, standing in the doorway, drenched from the downpour. His eyes were dark, filled with something she couldn’t name, and his lips parted like he had so much to say but didn’t know where to start. “I didn’t think you’d show up,” Elena said quietly, her voice trembling despite her efforts to sound steady. She didn’t want him here. Not now, not after everything. Liam took a step forward, his eyes never leaving hers. “I had to. I couldn’t leave things like this between us.” The words stung more than they should have, but she held her ground. “Things ended between us, Liam. You made sure of that.” He flinched, as if the words were a slap. “I know I did,” he said, his voice tight. “I was stupid. I pushed you away when I should’ve fought for you. And I... I didn’t trust you when you needed me to.” Elena’s heart twisted at the raw sincerity in his voice, but she couldn’t let him in that easily. “Why now, after all this time? After everything that’s happened?” “I don’t have an answer for that,” he admitted. “All I know is that I can’t keep pretending I don’t care about you. I never stopped caring.” The silence between them was thick, a chasm neither of them knew how to cross. The world outside continued to rage, but in that moment, it was just the two of them. Elena’s pulse raced, her mind torn between wanting to believe him and fearing the hurt that would come if she let him back in. “I don’t know if I can trust you again, Liam,” she whispered, the words slipping out before she could stop them. He stepped closer, reaching out like he was about to touch her but hesitated. “Then give me a chance to prove I’m worth trusting.” Elena’s breath caught, her chest tightening as something inside her wavered. For a moment, she could almost believe him. But the scars ran too deep. “I need time,” she said, finally looking away. “I need time to figure out if I can even forgive you.” Liam stood still, his expression a mixture of regret and understanding. “I’ll wait. As long as it takes.” And for the first time in a long time, Elena wondered if maybe—just maybe—she could let the past go and start again.

The main character of our story "Johan Das" returns to his village after 15 years, and finds everything has changed there. One night "Johann Das" discovers some terrible truth that destroys his entire childhood, faith and love. please enjoy my novel and support me ❣️

“This is just a story, a work of fiction spun from the imagination. The characters you’ll meet, their choices, their emotions—they exist only in these words. But sometimes, fiction has a way of reflecting reality, doesn’t it? Maybe you’ll find glimpses of people you know, moments you’ve lived, or feelings you’ve felt. Or maybe not. Either way, remember: this is their world, not yours. And in their world, everything begins on an ordinary university campus, with a girl who didn’t know her life was about to change and a boy who never cared what he might break.

The cops are about to go mad when a great judge goes missing without a trace. After a lot of futile searching for months, the case is closed and left pending. It's not until a year later after he goes missing when they find his body. They don't actually find the body but it is the killer who informs them of where he hid the body. Even after discovering the body it seems like the killer left no evidence behind. They hunt for him day and night but the killer seems to know each and every single move they make. He commits more murders but leaves behind only a single hint which is absolutely useless in finding him. The most surprising fact is that his victims are not connected as he claims they are. He offers to give them peace of mind if they can learn the connection and his identity. Most of them back out but a young detective is set to find the connection and bring all the chaos to a halt In the process he exposes himself to the killer. The killer has a big dream that he has to fulfill no matter the cost; commiting crimes that can never be solved. He wishes to be a role model to young aspiring criminals. How will his schemes be uncovered if he has made sure to leave not even a single hint behind. will all his cases remain pending?

In the peaceful village of Evergreen Forest, Harith Zlader and Daro Abendroth, two ten-year-old friends, spend their time in prayer and togetherness. They pray to the deity Hyaman, a mysterious figure considered an "Outer God," an entity beyond human comprehension. That night, Harith has a terrifying vision of an attack by a heretical cult named Faruza, which aims to destroy their faith. Despite his mother's attempts to soothe him, Harith remains anxious. Meanwhile, Daro and his mother are enjoying their time together at home. However, a bright morning suddenly turns dark when an injured girl arrives with a suspicious message, warning of a great danger threatening their village.