Return To Oz Deadly Desert

The cold air cut through the night as she stood frozen, watching the blade pierce his chest. His blood spilled like dark ink, staining the ground beneath them. He coughed, droplets of crimson splattering on his lips, but his gaze never wavered from hers. His eyes, filled with love, pain, and acceptance, were harder to bear than the sight of his blood. “Why are you doing this? Was my love not enough?” His voice was hoarse, barely above a whisper. The agony in his voice twisted something deep inside her. The woman in front of him held the blade with a steady hand. Her face was calm, her expression unreadable. “Your biggest mistake was meeting me.” Her voice was soft, almost a caress, but the words sliced through him like the blade in her hand. “Now, you have to pay the price.”

One day, Chu Wuyao found herself waking up in the body of a beautiful woman in the world of cultivation. Thankfully, just then, a prompt appeared in front of her eyes. [Seven Deadly Sins System has been bound.] [Act according to your desires and gain Sin Points!] [You had an "in-depth communication" with Su Qianyi. Sin Points +10] [You took revenge against Li Ruoshi and made her fall in love with you. Sin Points +50000] [You betrayed your master and took over the Original Desire Sect, becoming the new Sect Leader. Sin Points +10000000] Years later, when she sat on the top of a majestic throne surrounded by countless beauties, Chu Wuyao couldn't help but recall the day she first came into this world. "Hey, everything I have today is the result of my own hard work.", she sighed in emotion. System:... Tags: Harem, Yuri, Genderbender, R-18, Romance, System, Anti-hero, Overpowered Protagonist, Smut, Villain Protagonist, ONLY Consensual Intercourse Author's Note: I'm just writing this for fun. Read with caution.

Please support the book with power stones. Thanks, dear readers. On his 32nd birthday, Jeff, along with all of his friends, confesses how they are dissatisfied with their lives. If only I didn't suppress my desires. If only I didn't ignore my feelings for her. If only I confess my love to her. If only I had chosen a different path from the start. If only... At the end of his 32nd birthday, the next morning, Jeff wakes up a decade back to the past. And as if all of his friends have trusted all of their regrets to him, Jeff remembers them all. With his regression that gave him a mysterious system known as Returner Fantasy, Jeff will do everything to change the future, not only for himself but for his friends and the ones he loves. [Warning: Contains Mature and Sexual content.] This book will have a lot of mature and sexual content. But those will not be the main focus of story. This book will show characters trying their best to redeem themselves from their failures and regrets.

Elias Verden never intended to play Black Desert Online. He certainly never meant to create a breathtakingly beautiful swordswoman and abandon her before even starting the game. But when a single careless click pulls him into the world he barely understood, Elias finds himself trapped—not as the adventurer he imagined, but as something far more dangerous. He has become a Black Spirit—a being of whispers and temptation, a guide and a curse, a force meant to shape heroes and consume them in equal measure. And standing before him, blade in hand, is the woman he once left behind—Ume, the Maehwa warrior he never played, yet who now breathes, moves, and glares at him with a fury born from abandonment. But the world they find themselves in is not the game he knew. There are no glowing markers, no system menus, no convenient respawns. Here, every step carries weight, every battle demands skill, and every mistake has consequences. Worse still, Elias is changing—his thoughts darker, his instincts sharper, his very existence bound to Ume’s fate in ways neither of them yet understand. Lost, confused, and utterly unprepared, the pair must navigate a world where legends are real, power is earned through blood and sweat, and the line between player and pawn is dangerously thin. But as Elias’s strength grows, so too does the shadow curling at the edges of his mind. Is he still himself? Or is the Black Spirit he has become merely waiting—biding its time—until there is nothing left of Elias Verden at all? Themes & Appeal: Dynamic Character Growth: A story that explores what happens when an idealist is thrown into a world where power is not given, but taken, and where survival demands more than just skill—it demands sacrifice. A Unique Protagonist Role: Unlike typical transported-to-a-game stories, Elias is not the adventurer—he is the Black Spirit itself, a being meant to guide and corrupt, torn between his human nature and the dark power awakening within him. Complex Relationships: Ume and Elias’s dynamic is tense, layered, and deeply personal—a warrior abandoned by her creator, and a creator who never meant to become the very thing meant to consume her. A World Beyond the Game: This is no longer Black Desert Online—this is a world where the game’s rules do not apply, and both Ume and Elias must learn what it truly means to carve their own path. Tagline: "He was meant to be the player. Now he is the curse that binds her fate."

Losing her whole family and pack to hunters at the age six, Kira was forced to live a harsh life in the desert of Chihuahuan not far from El Paso where she was born. She was the daughter of an Alpha who was one of the big Alpha’s in El Paso, she turned wild and forgot how it was to live like a Werewolf as everything that was left of her was how to live like a wild wolf beast in the desert. Kira returned back to El Paso when she had grew up to the age of sixteen and had started taking revenge on hunters, she was feared by her kind and hunters alike because of her wild nature and the failure to differentiate between hunters and her kind. To Kira whoever she deemed bad she killed, so she was given the name Desert wolf while others called her La Loba ( She wolf ). She became too dangerous for the hunters in El Paso as her tales traveled all over in other cities with hunters and supernatural beings which made them send for Ryan Argent who a very skillful and fearsome hunter after Kira. Ryan was a 16 year old highschool student just like Kira and he transferred to the same highschool she was attending, when Ryan found out about her and her reason for killing the hunters he decided to find out more about her as he fell for her. What are they to do with their pure love for each other when they were both from different sides, they were to be enemies and he was meant to kill her, their relationship was impossible because they were not meant to be.   This story isn’t about mates, their love and trust for each other was built by them.

Hiro is a 16 year old boy who made friends with 12 female warriors that came from the past to the distant future, Hiro and his friends must help them over come the struggle of this new world and help them protect the world from the danger that's about to come

In a world where empires rise and fall, one nation's legacy is woven with the echoes of a single, extraordinary figure-the Founder. His teachings built a land of unity and hope, but as centuries passed, ambition and division began to fray the bonds he had forged. Now, in a kingdom teetering on the edge of ruin, a child is born on the outskirts of its crumbling glory. Unbeknownst to all, his presence carries the promise of change-a force capable of reshaping the destiny of the nation. This is a tale of perseverance and reclamation, where the weight of the past collides with the uncertainty of the future. As the shadows of betrayal and ambition threaten to consume all, one question remains: can the heart of a nation be rebuilt when its very soul is forgotten? All Rights Reserved

"Love," they say, "sometimes needs another shot because it wasn't quite ready the first time." Half a decade ago, like a hurricane's surprise visit, she knocked on her grandfather's door. Desperation painted her face as she begged for help to flee the country, and the reason was crystal clear—escape from a lover who had been breaking not just her heart, but their child's future too. Ririna had had enough, her unrequited love too costly to bear. She left to shield her child from the labyrinthine world of the underworld. Eli, a man as shrewd as they come, had the world at his feet, what with being the heir apparent to the underworld and a master of corporations. He found his thrill in financial victories, stock market domination being his ultimate conquest. A childhood resolution dictated he would never kneel before a woman or follow his father's shadow. Or so he believed, until Ririna vanished, taking his heart along for the ride. But lo and behold, the story twists again—she reenters the stage, determined to unravel the mysteries surrounding her mother's accidental demise. For Eli, this is the opening he's waited for, a chance to weave her back into his life. Yet, danger and conspiracies dog their steps, enemies lurking in the shadows with nefarious plans. The tango between life and death plays on, and amidst it all, parenting seems an unwise endeavor. Eli decides to eliminate threats before embarking on family life with Ririna. Yet, in the grand tapestry of fate, a twist waits—a child he never knew existed now seeks his attention. Will this new connection be a chink in his armor, or the mighty force that guides them forward? Time will be the judge, weaving its own brand of suspense into this intricate tale. 20 Powerstones = EXTRA Chapter

Elle Rick thought she knew the rules of survival in Nicholas Greg’s world: stay composed, keep her secrets hidden, and never get too close. But one reckless night with the ruthless billionaire shatters the boundaries she’s carefully built. A scandal at a glittering gala forces Nicholas to claim her as his fiancée, plunging Elle into a dangerous game of deception. What begins as a charade spirals into chaos as love, betrayal, and revenge collide. Nicholas, a man hardened by power, and Elle, a woman haunted by her past, are drawn to each other in a tempest of desire and distrust. But their fragile connection fractures when devastating truths surface—hidden lovers, stolen children, and shocking betrayals that leave both their lives in ruins. As vengeance becomes their weapon of choice, they spiral toward destruction, only to discover that some bonds refuse to break, no matter how much pain they inflict.

Eight homunculi girls, who consider each other as sisters, are brought to life in the Netherlands, Zuid-Holland, through advanced genetic engineering, each embodying one of the Seven Deadly Sins: Maeve, a Dutch princess, epitomizes pride; Benesha, of the aristocratic African Badila family, embodies wrath; Haniya Nadibun, a Moroccan girl, radiates lust; Mandane Esfahani, a Greek and Persian girl, personifies sloth; Eliza IJzerhart, from the wealthy Dutch IJzerhart family, exemplifies greed; Minah Sawada, a Japanese-Korean girl, manifests envy; and Kayla Graven, of Surinamese and Dutch heritage, represents gluttony. Maria, the eldest, was created without any singular sin, a supposed embodiment of perfection. However, this perceived flawlessness becomes her greatest curse. Shunned by her fourteen parents and seven sisters, Maria discovers she harbors the dormant essence of all seven sins, a power that awakens when she is abandoned. Consumed by grief and existential despair, Maria’s yearning for acceptance mutates into a thirst for vengeance. She questions her existence: was she nothing more than a prototype to ensure her sisters’ creation? Wrestling with rejection and her fractured sense of self, Maria vows to make her family experience the pain and emptiness that has defined her existence. Her quest for vengeance ignites a global catastrophe. Starting at the school she and her sisters attend, Maria unleashes a viral apocalypse, transforming humans into ravenous, vampire-like creatures. As the world crumbles, Maria’s inner turmoil and destructive power become a central challenge—not only for her sisters but also for humanity itself. Tasked with helping the homunculi overcome their sinful natures are Sansula Badila, Benesha’s human younger brother, and his partner, Hannah Katz. Their mission becomes even more urgent as they confront Maria, the most formidable and broken of the homunculi. Will they succeed in reforming Maria and her sisters, or will Maria’s darkness consume them all?

!!Starting from illegal drugs to the center of the emergence of a deadly virus!!!

2 years ago 5 gruesome murders took place by a self entitled killer called the Druid with detective Alex Joel leading the case. But the case eventually went cold. But now when Alex begins to get threatening messages from someone claiming to be the Druid and another murder taking place the case is back open. Can he figure out who the killer is before it's to late.

Warning: This novel is for mature audiences only. Harem ✓ Lemons ✓ NTR × Netori ✓ MILFs ✓ In an abundant world of qi teeming with beasts, cultivators, and spirits, Fang Chen was a well-known medical practitioner who cultivated the ancient undying arts. However, he was also extremely charming-looking and well-known for his pervertedness all across the Featherstone continent. He bedded the wives and daughters of countless powerful cultivators and impregnated a bunch of them under the guise of imparting medical knowledge lost to time. It was rumored that even the gods would have to hide their partners in the wake of Fang Chen's ascension. If he was invited to a household, all the females would be left pregnant, beasts included. "Wherever there is a maiden, my c*ck shall harden!" Fang Chen earned the wrath of hundreds of thousands of men all across the world who wished for nothing more than to have his head on a pike. Unfortunately for them, Fang Chen had cultivated the undying dao to the peak. His immortality made him unkillable. Fang Chen met his Waterloo after impregnating the daughter of the Jade Continent Emperor, who was rumored to be the most powerful cultivator in existence. The Jade Continent Emperor sealed him away since he was unable to kill him. After twenty thousand years of bondage, Fang Chen was suddenly freed. "Now that I am free, I should try being righteous for a change... after I impregnate the entire female generational line of the emperor."

I'd always envisioned the devil, demons, and princes of darkness as redheaded, ugly beasts. But mine was a handsome gentleman. My introduction to the darkness was far more... refined. Mama had taken it upon herself to educate me on the intricacies of pleasing papa. I was schooled in the "dos and don'ts" of papa's delicate ego, and I had made it my mission to master each and every one of them. I was determined to be the perfect daughter, to earn his approval, his affection. But, no matter how hard I tried, I always seemed to fall short. His expectations were a moving target, and I was forever chasing an unattainable dream. But, nothing could have prepared me for the bombshell that was to come. Papa's birthday gift to me on my thirteenth birthday was a revelation that shook the very foundations of my existence. It was a moment that forever altered my perception of the world, of my family, and of myself. The memories of that fateful day still linger, a constant reminder of the darkness that lurked beneath the surface of our seemingly idyllic "Christian" family.

In the desert, there existed a story untold to the ears of the people. A tale that had lived in the shadows, its existence unknown to all. This story had brought change to the desert, weaving the fates and destinies of two women who ruled the desert as one. It was the story of the Queens of the Desert. Asa, a young woman with no discernible rank or status, had once been a dirty orphan. Her life had taken a dramatic turn when she was saved by a girl of the same age, named Bulsa, who bore a striking resemblance to her. Unaware of the identity of her savior, Asa had vowed to find her and repay her debt. The only clue she had was that the girl, Bulsa, was of noble birth. Years of searching had yielded nothing, until Asa met Hadar. He happened to notice her uncanny resemblance to Queen Bulsa of the desert kingdom of Kharos, who was currently bedridden and ill. Hadar proposed a deal to Asa: in exchange for her help in finding the one person she had been searching for, Asa would agree to act as the queen while the real Queen Bulsa underwent secret treatment. When Asa laid eyes on Queen Bulsa for the first time, lying unconscious in her bed, she knew. This was the person she had been searching for all along.

-R18- Modern-Fantasy-Life Changing- Jain Sen is a regular person in his late 20s, living an ordinary life without any real direction. He's single and has never been in a relationship. One night, Jain encounters a Genie who offers him a deal: his soul for the chance to live in a parallel universe that mirrors our own. This universe has one twist: he'll remember everything from his current life, allowing him to anticipate events. Additionally, the Genie provides him with skills and a system that don't exist here. The Genie also grants Jain the power to start over from the past and gives him a jinn as a lover who will help him achieve his goals and cherish him deeply. Jain accepts these conditions and travels back in time to the past. Now, he has the opportunity to transform his mundane life into something thrilling. Will he succeed in changing his destiny and live happily with his lover? Or will unforeseen events unfold because he's in a different universe? Time will reveal the answers. For now, let me share with you my story of turning my dull life into an exciting adventure. Please Check the Artwork On My Patreon: patreon.com/Som_Me ------- The story is made up. It's not about real people or situations. Any resemblance to actual events or individuals is purely coincidental. I created this story for entertainment purposes only. The characters, places, and events are fictional. I hold no liability for any misunderstandings or misinterpretations of the content.----------

In a world where dungeons and monstrous threats dictate survival, Hyun Joon, a humble potter, meets a grim end in a failed dungeon raid. But death is not the end. Instead, he awakens ten years in the past, reliving his life as an eighteen-year-old before dungeons began to dominate humanity's fate. Determined to rewrite his tragic destiny, Hyun Joon attends the Awakening Ceremony, where young adults discover their potential as hunters. While he was a lowly E-rank in his previous life, this time, fate grants him an S-rank awakening and a legendary skill: Absolute—a power that allows him to copy any skill and accelerate his growth far beyond others. With this newfound power, Hyun Joon resolves to rise above the challenges, protect those he once lost, and uncover the mysteries of his second chance. Armed with his cunning and his legendary skill, he sets out to conquer dungeons, topple adversaries, and reshape a future where he controls his destiny. I WILL BE POSTING THIS NOVEL ON ROYALROAD.COM

this is a story of man named Naveen transmigrated to the world were Indian mythology is norms. gods and demi gods are play games with you in the name of divine play ,human life is worthless . let see how he walk in the world were supernatural are everywhere and how he uncovers the secrets of universe

The remarkable friendship of Burgundy and Beagle was narrated by an enigmatic assassin, whose own shadowy existence added depth to their already complex lives.

A comic-obsessed girl wakes up to find herself inside her favorite story—but her dream quickly turns into a nightmare when she realizes she's cast as the "evil wife," destined for heartbreak and a tragic end. Determined to escape this fate and return to her world, she devises 30 clever ways to eliminate her arrogant and manipulative husband within 30 days. But things are not as simple as they seem—her husband proves to be far more cunning than she anticipated, outsmarting her every move. As the days tick by and her plans fail, she uncovers a shocking truth: her life and the comic are intertwined with two other worlds, each holding secrets that could either save her or trap her forever. Caught in a battle of wits with a man who seems to know her every move, she must outthink him while unraveling the mystery of their connected fates. Will she succeed in breaking free, or will her obsession with vengeance lead her down a darker path? This is a tale of resilience, deception, and the blurred lines between reality and fiction, where nothing is what it seems, and freedom comes at the highest price.

Zhangi a teenage boy sleeping soundly in his apartment suddenly gets transported into a new world and gains a mysterious system claiming to be there to assist him

The Greatest Philosopher came back in the past 10 years before the Great War Broke up because he died at the betrayal of his comrade. Kent was The Great Philosopher he was 14 years old when he achieve that title and he teach all the ideology and logic of the world. 10 years later the Great War Broke out and the remnants of his soul came back 10 years ago. THE MEMORY FROM THE FUTURE INTACT IN HIS MIND WHEN HE GOT REINCARNATED.

Having experienced and been a living witness to the heartbreaking tragedy that happened to his family. Khun Rafa (2nd son) lost his father and his big brother as well as the precious people in his life. Leaving him and his three poor nephews (his brother's children), it was his responsibility to raise his 10-year-old twins and their 5-year-old baby brother at the time of the tragedy. Successfully escaping and hiding from the pursuit of a stepmother who was crazy about wealth and power, in the midst of his escape Khun Rafa had received a gunshot wound to his forehead, knowing that his injuries were quite serious and his face was also recognized by his stepmother's hired men, Khun Rafa decided to change his face and also make new identities for himself and his three nephews. living a new life in a country as ordinary citizens, their new identities as father and son relationships. Several years passed, living a new life like an ordinary person, bringing them to meet new people who enter their lives, various kinds of trials are faced with patience, loyalty, responsibility. Even though the three children grew up to be cold individuals, they had warm hearts towards the people they loved. However, unexpected things happen to the people in their circle, forcing them to meet again with the evil woman who destroyed their lives in the past. Even though they want to avoid it, all these problems happen to the people beside them, like something that has not been resolved in the past and they must resolve it in the present in order to protect them and take back what should be theirs.

Cursed with perfect foresight in his second life as a noble heir, Aldrich Vale is dying of boredom. Every scheme, every political play, every "shocking" event at his prestigious academy unfolds exactly as he predicts—until he decides to break the system just to see it burn. But his game of chaos awakens something darker. Now childhood friends reveal deadly secrets, rival heirs circle like wolves, and ancient families move their pieces in a game far more sinister than he imagined. In a world where noble blood determines everything, Aldrich must realize: is he really the puppet master of chaos, or just another piece on someone else's board?

After being betrayed and left for dead for the man she loved the most. Rose embarks on a journey of revenge swearing to become the devil if she has to . He'll hath no fury than a woman scorned and she was about to prove that true