Inanimate Insanity Afterlife In The Limelight

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.

“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.

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.

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

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.

　In the third year of Longwu in the reign of Emperor Tang, Wei Yuan was born in Ye County, Yongzhou. When he was born, Zhang Sheng signs prayed for the Dharma, and auspicious descended from heaven.

"It was an ordinary world until the year 2067, when a boulder-sized asteroid was spotted by astronomers heading into the Earth’s atmosphere. "They determined its point of impact to be the Atlantic Ocean and, knowing there wouldn’t be any lives at stake, left it be. "Hence, it crashed without any interference, and without any civilian knowing about its existence. "Its momentum, not being retarded by fluid friction, allowed it to penetrate the ocean floor, making its way to the Earth’s core. "That’s when it all began; the unknown properties of the meteorite caused it to fuse with the Earth’s core, changing the entire ecosystem of the Earth as we know it. "It took five days for its fusion to complete, and those five days were known as the ‘beginning of the plague.’ "The Earth, which was filled with life, became a horror fantasy after these days; the Earth was left with only 40 percent of water. "The once flooded 30 percent now filled with unworldly creatures who feast on the terrestrial ones. "The skies and water became polluted with mystical essences which gave humans supernatural abilities that enhanced a person’s character to the fullest, and I, a once psycho, am the strongest. “This is the story of how I might have saved the world from this catastrophe or how I might have destroyed it.”

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 ❣️

"In 'Love in the Spotlight,' we revisit the life of Han Yura, a once shy and awkward high school girl who faced the ultimate humiliation when she confessed her feelings to the campus heartthrob, Luo Shen, only to be rejected in front of their classmates. This unforgettable moment transformed her first love into a lasting embarrassment. Fast forward several years, Han Yura has blossomed into a renowned actress celebrated for her stunning beauty and exceptional talent. When Yura is cast in the popular variety show 'Tie the Knot,' which pairs strangers with contrasting personalities to explore the dynamics of marriage, she eagerly accepts the opportunity, hoping to showcase her skills. However, her excitement quickly turns to dread upon discovering that her partner is none other than Luo Shen—the very man who rejected her all those years ago and who has now become a celebrated celebrity chef. As Yura and Luo Shen are thrust together on the show, old grudges resurface, leading to a series of humorous and chaotic encounters. With their contrasting personalities clashing, the duo must navigate their complicated history while entertaining viewers with their undeniable chemistry. Amidst the laughter and unexpected moments, Yura begins to question whether the past can truly be left behind and if there's a chance for love to blossom again in the spotlight."

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.

They were known to be different. They were respected and well known in the underground world. Their family were known to be demons and showed no mercy to anyone, whomever stands in their way will be tortured and never see the light of day. This family was the very definition of darkness. But in that darkness was a light and a secret. A secret that no one can ever find out. They are the Jauquis Family.

Treated sorely by his one family Would he be able to make it..?

Alex dies in our world while he has just started his sabbatical year but luckily an unknown god gives him a new chance. He wakes up in the body of a child on Krypton with a system (strangely similar to the one in [The Gamer]). (I have no idea where this story will take us but you can give me feedback, I'll take it into consideration)

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."

Hi, I’m Pax, and this is the story of how my life just keeps finding new ways to get worse. If you’re here for some clumsy girl tangled in boy problems or stuck in a cliché love triangle, let me save you the trouble—this isn’t that kind of story. This is real life, people. What? Don’t give me that look. Just because I’m fictional doesn’t make me any less real. Okay it kind of does but that's not the point! So, are you going to read my story or not? Trust me, it’s a mess—but it’s my mess. And you might just like it. Or not if you don't have senses of humour.

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.*

"It's a huge world we live in, how can they think they're alone." - Commander Linnel Masill. "It's a pity that they will have to know it in the crudest way possible" - Doctor Dilan Mokt.

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.

Xing yin em um mundo cruel desolado facções, seitas de todo o tipo raças diferentes um mundo gigante tão grande quanto um deserto sem fim, ele irá conseguir alcançar o topo ou cairá no caminho?

a black figured somebody arrives each night at 11pm and watches Jonathan sleep while smiling. watch as the nightmare unfolds

The story of the protagonist Lin Wen, his sister Lin Qiuleng and other survivors struggling to survive in the world after a nuclear explosion depicts a post-apocalyptic world filled with chaos and despair. Lin Wen and his group face numerous challenges, including radiation, scarcity of resources, and dangerous mutants. Amidst these hardships, they experience a whirlwind of emotions. Fear grips them as they confront the unknown, yet they also hold onto a glimmer of hope for a better future. They struggle with moral dilemmas, torn between self-preservation and helping others. In this desolate new reality, their inner turmoil is as real as the physical threats they face, as they fight for their lives and search for a way to reclaim a sense of normalcy and hope.

Adrian has always been a skeptic, a lone figure drifting through life with only his cat, Vermi which he picked up recently, to keep him company in a desolate city. But his world is shattered one snowy night when a ghostly figure cloaked in darkness appears, leading him to an ancient mystery and marking him with a strange vine tattoo. As he unravels the truth behind his haunting encounters, he discovers that this isn’t just about survival—it’s a journey to lose his sanity, piece by piece, while battling forces beyond comprehension. In a world where reality and the supernatural blur, Where his modern life in Japan is coming to an end. Adrian isn't any hero however, he's rather selfish. ____________________________________ (No romance.) There may be some gory or more like scary stuff in here so please, the ones with weak hearts (just like mine) please take precaution before reading this. I won't really add in much flash warning stuff now but in the very very near soon future I will so please, prep your hearts (I'll prep my heart and brain). The Art work isn't mine, it's from a artist/Illustrator from Twitter/X. I'll put their username so the credits shall naturally go to them. Artwork creator- Omuoic

A world, where people use others for their benefit. Where beasts run rampant. Cleverness was in the veins of humans. A single decision could change the lives of many. Humans were clever, beasts possessed power, and a being contained secrets of heaven and earth. But humans went against heaven and created what they called techniques. A war was a result of their folly. But war results in someone being a victor and makes them even more powerful. Many secrets, which were buried in dust. A history that shocked even the heavens. A man whose kindness resulted in a regret. To whom the righteous path and demonic path were just tools. *****/*****

22 thousand in the future humankind has Earth has grown to be an empire spanning across dozens of star systems 6 great houses now govern The Empire the Nova Imperia what does the future hold in store how will the m.c evolve and grow what threats lay waiting for the Main Cast Read and enjoy In the Starz

In a world where elemental magic intertwines with martial prowess, Haruto Arata, the illegitimate son of the esteemed leader of the Jigoku Clan, finds himself thrust into a crucible of intrigue, ambition, and conflict. Born of a union between his powerful father and a humble sex worker, Haruto grapples with his identity and place in society. Despite his mixed heritage, Haruto possesses a rare and formidable gift: the ability to wield fire with unrivaled precision and intensity. As Haruto enters the prestigious academy for adepts in the Floating Palace kingdom, he faces disdain and prejudice from his peers, who view him as an outsider and an upstart. Determined to prove his worth, Haruto embarks on a journey of self-discovery and self-assertion, forging unlikely alliances and confronting formidable adversaries. However, Haruto's path is fraught with peril and betrayal. Tatsuya Kurogane, a cunning and ambitious upper-classman from the Bukimi Clan, sees Haruto as threatening his ambitions and schemes to eliminate him. Haruto must navigate the treacherous waters of politics, power, and personal identity to survive. As tensions escalate and dark forces gather on the horizon, Haruto discovers that his destiny is intertwined with the world's fate. With the flames of destiny burning within him, Haruto must rise to embrace his heritage, confront his inner demons, and unleash the full extent of his power to protect those he loves and forge a new legacy for himself and his clan.

"IMPORTANT NOTE" These are popular Chinese novels with titles adapted into English for easier recognition by global readers. I am not the original author or owner of these novels; I’m only offering an English name adaptation. If the original owners have any concerns or issues, please feel free to DM me. Enjoy these amazing stories that bring Chinese culture and storytelling to readers worldwide!" This clarifies your role and invites communication if any issues arise. Let me know if you'd like further adjustments ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Step into a world where classic Chinese novels meet modern readers with English-translated titles that capture the heart of each story. While preserving the essence of these beloved tales, we've crafted English names that are easy to recognize and remember, making it even easier for readers around the world to enjoy these cultural treasures. Immerse yourself in timeless adventures, legendary heroes, and mystical realms as these Chinese stories find new life with English names, welcoming a broader audience into the world of Chinese literature. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- With his Three Fundamental Views* unrighteous, the demon is reborn. An old dream in the ancient days, a new author with an identical name. An old story about a time traveler who was constantly being reborn. An eccentric world that grows, cultivates, and uses Gu. The Spring Autumn Cicada, Moonlight Gu, Liquor worm, Comprehensive Golden Light Worm, Fine Black Hair Gu, Hope Gu. . . . . . And a peerless great demon that freely acts to his heart’s content. Translator's Synopsis: A story of a villain, Fang Yuan who was reborn 500 years into the past with the Spring Autumn Cicada he painstakingly refined. With his profound wisdom, battle and life experiences, he seeks to overcome his foes with skill and wit! Ruthless and amoral, he has no need to hold back as he pursues his ultimate goals. In a world of cruelty where one cultivates using Gu - magical creatures of the world - Fang Yuan must rise up above all with his own power. -------------------------------- Gu is a legendary venomous insect, often used in black magic practices. It can take on the form of several insects, usually snakes, crickets, worms etc. * = one's world view, values of worth and philosophy on life