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Under the starry sky of a prestigious school, glances meet—the beginning of an unexpected connection. In this sanctuary of appearances and secrets, a spark is born, fragile yet luminous, promising to shake carefully constructed lives. "The Way You Are" delves into the fleeting moment when two souls recognize each other—beyond words and masks. A first encounter that resonates like a silent promise, an intrigue where every exchange, every emotion, reveals a turbulent inner world. Their story begins with a simple crossing of paths, but the impact of that moment will echo far beyond this initial meeting. Immerse yourself in a narrative where the intensity of emotions and the beauty of shared moments lie at the heart of the story. "The Way You Are" is not just a love story; it is an exploration of invisible bonds and silent passions that shape our lives.

Li Qi, who originally believed that even after being reborn in another world, he would still spend his life in mediocrity, unexpectedly gained the ability to track his progress on the path of cultivation. This rekindled his ambition and gave him the courage to embark on the journey of seeking The Way. A man with a determined heart should strive to overcome mountains and rivers, creating ripples that stretch for thousands of miles as he pursues enlightenment and mastery over his own destiny.

In any place, planets in any universe and other worlds, if a threat comes from the outside, everyone will definitely unite to defend their land. And a planet called Earth, it's not exempted. Either luck or fate, human beings was able to discover something strange,,, an alien. The visit was secretive and unfriendly for the two parties to fight for their own believes. Fortunately, the human side was able to kill the lone intruder but loss many lives. With this encounter, the human race took it as a heads-up and made a lot of worldwide preparations; focusing in military and directly eliminate many civil matters. At that time, the main character was about to settle down, have a family on his own and enjoy the rest of his life but didn't expect for such a big thing to happen. Lucky he was, had an adventure for him to have the ability to protect his beloved and all the people around him. But one man can't cover the whole planet for many people to die and two-thirds of the land to be occupied by beasts sent by the invading enemy. Although humans had lost in the first war, they learn a lot of things for the rapid growth and develoment in different areas, especially in the field of Science and Technology. When the right time comes, it will be humans who will be on the offensive. For sure there's still a big gap to win against an enemy who got the lead, but human beings is a race that will never give up; will never let anyone get what theirs. But at the end, things sometimes won't go as planned to lose something,,, someone...

One fateful night, Ryo Kisaragi unknowingly saves the life of a breathtaking woman—only to discover she’s no ordinary girl, but an exiled goddess seeking refuge on Earth. In gratitude, she offers him an unbelievable deal: a chance to win the heart of any woman he desires, as long as he lets her stay by his side. Now posing as his stepsister, she guides him through love’s unpredictable twists and turns, but with each opportunity comes new trials. As Ryo’s once-ordinary life turns into a whirlwind of romance, rivalry, and the supernatural, he begins to wonder—just how much of fate can be rewritten?

Emma Sinclair has always found comfort in routine. As a book editor in New York City, her days are a whirlwind of deadlines, manuscript revisions, and the occasional stolen moment in her favorite café. She tells herself she’s content—until a rainy morning and a single, unexpected question change everything. Lucas Carter isn’t looking for anything serious. A travel photographer with an untamed spirit, he’s spent his life chasing the next adventure, never staying in one place long enough to call it home. But when a chance encounter leads him to Emma’s table, something about her quiet confidence and guarded heart makes him hesitate. What starts as a simple morning coffee turns into lingering conversations, stolen glances, and an undeniable pull neither of them can ignore. As their lives begin to intertwine, Emma and Lucas must decide if love is worth stepping outside their carefully drawn lines—or if some beginnings are meant to end before they even truly start. A story of timing, risk, and the beautiful uncertainty of falling, The Way We Begin is a heartwarming and deeply emotional romance about two people learning that love doesn’t always fit into the plans we make—it just happens.

In a world where strength defines a hero, Seko Ikara stands on the thin line between recognition and ridicule. As a member of Eclipsed Guardians, a small, often-dismissed hero group, he and his team are seen as failures—punchlines in the grand spectacle of heroism. Their missions rarely end in glory, and the public, ever eager for perfection, has written them off as weak. Labeled as weak, mocked for failures beyond his control, Seko refuses to acknowledge the scorn of the world. To him, the opinions of mortals are nothing more than noise. His team’s losses do not define them—only the grand design he sees, the purpose he alone seems to understand. Yet, beneath his godlike detachment lies a heart that cares deeply. He does not express it through words or visible vulnerability, but through action. In battle, he does not hesitate to stand between his allies and danger, shielding them without ever asking for thanks. His kindness is cold, distant—like that of a deity watching over their people, offering aid without expecting gratitude.

A life story of a boy called Domi, who lived a wonderful life with his parents. But then in one single night his life took a turn in a completely different direction. A turn that changed lives of everyone in the world. What will he do after this and what fate has for him in the future.

Saddened by the death of his father, Arthur makes a vow to never be weak again so that he can save those close to him, follow his journey to become a mage with his friends and the exciting adventures that follow before he becomes a true sage. #fantasy.......#sage...#awesome.....#family

In the new era of earth where supernaturals and negative energy exist, a boy named Horo was born lonely. His mother died while giving birth to him, and when he was just a couple years old he was snatched from the orphanage by “Silence”, an organization that was more of a place like hell for him. They groomed him into a supernatural akin to a walking hidden calamity. … The Scripture of Reincarnation merges with the Tree of Tragedy, It evolves into the Tragic lives Spell. Tragic Lives Scripture Some blessings may lead to calamity, but for every calamity there is a chance of blessings. May you use your Will and Opportunities found in Tragedy to Preserve your soul. Shall you over come the tragedies that await you, you will have your soul guided to origin, and receive tremendous blessings. Follow Horo as he experience multiple lives of tragedy, will he perish forever or will he merge different paths to step into the Chaotic Sea. The story starts slow but stick around as it will speed up, get extremely exciting, and unpredictable!

Separated between races; dark creatures with dark; light with light. The minimal humans that are left in the world avoid being alone or even going to their college. They fostered one human left without her birth family into the Vincent's household where the mother and daughter treated her like a halfling, which is someone who has no family; anyone who's considered a halfling is treated worse than half-giants. As the human does her daily chores, she hopes to get into Silverleaf Grove Institution; she's proud of her goal but most of the supernatural beings have made her life hell in high school. She only has one acquaintance, a witch called Charlie; Charlie only talked to her when they had class or a project. Being seen with a halfling is considered being a social suicide, let alone a disgrace among their species.

A seemingly normal day turns into a nightmare when a group of high school students in China finds themselves inexplicably trapped in their school. As night falls, the building transforms into a chilling maze filled with deadly mysteries. Survival depends on following a strict set of cryptic rules—rules that change with every passing night. Bound by fear and desperation, the students must rely on their wits, unravel the sinister forces at play, and confront their inner demons. But as alliances form and secrets unravel, they realize that not everyone can be trusted—and the way out may demand the ultimate sacrifice.

James who transmigrated into a chaotic world is only a small figure in the world. Leading a small tribe through the Northern Pass, he knew of what will happen in advance The Empire will fracture, the princes will rebel, and the world will be in chaos! And his tribe will be annihilated and his people will be killed and enslaved! This is not a good era to live. In this chaotic era, the only way to survive is to fight! In blood and fire, he will be baptized into an Overlord that would shake the world! [ The character also has a system that will help him to navigate this new world. Enjoy as he begun building a new kingdom in a chaotic world]

First Arc: "Don't leave me! Just look at me and stay awake!" Words that haunted Ariana's dreams for as long as she remembered. Dying in the arms of her lover as they both are surrounded and engulfed in flames. However Ariana's quirks never stopped her from living her life. Her journey starts from when her adoptive mother sells her at the tender age of 12, afraid that she was stealing her adoptive father's love. A blow to her head unlocks her past life's memories and life skills. Any object she touches relating to her past life unlocks her past skills and education. Using her memories she changes the brothel she's sold to into a maid cafe, and slowly changes her community. While creatures called Lumas are born from her powers to protect Ariana but who are the Lumas really protecting? Especially when she gets her period on her 13th birthday and it morphs her into a humanoid garnet dragon. Second Arc: In a world full of magic, beast men, warriors, adventurers and elementals could there really be something more frightening then a girl with mixed blood? Garnet dragon, child of the jewel eyed priestess and the soul of someone who was summoned from Earth. Ariana is fully awoken to who she is and has started her life in St. Verusha Academy as their perfect score student. She will have to grow into the young lady she wants to be while trying to unravel the mysteries of her life. With the help of Cayden, her childhood friend and the the Lumas, Ariana will discover the roads she can walk down. The only problem is will she choose destruction or human evolution? Love or world dominance? Revenge or forgiveness? Or will she allow her human mind and heart to be devoured by the darkness inside of her because of a massive betrayal from the one person she thought meant the most to her? Third Arc The bells of war have been wrung and Ariana has now chosen to save all of humanity. Though she has come to know many truths she still trusts in the relationships she's made and is willing to put everything on the line to become stronger. Her Lumas are evolving, Cayden is her true love that she will never let go, the Goddess of Creation needs her to complete the mission given to her and above all else Ariana is determined to survive. Now with her new knowledge she abandons everyone from their own safety and travels to the Animus, the beast Kingdom to learn how to control her garnet dragon powers from her blood family and hoping that they wil aid her in the fight against Lord Romanoff, the robed army and the twisted church.

He became the richest man in the world at a young age, and life became meaningless. In the end, he drank one of the most expensive alcohols in the world, even though he was highly allergic to alcohol, and his soul passed to the Immortal World. His life as Michael The Great was over but his legend had just begun and he opened his eyes in the body of a boy named Wang Fu. He was happy to find himself in a world similar to the Cultivation novels he likes to read, but the real surprise came when he found out that he had a golden finger. [Congratulations, you drank black lotus wine for the first time: 4500 gacha points] [Congratulations, you have consumed 1/10 of your alcohol tolerance and you are a bit drunk; 1 gacha point] [Congratulations, you drank more than your alcohol threshold and you are completely drunk; 100 gacha points] [Congratulations, you won the skill by gacha] After that, his time flowed happily into alcohol, cultivation, and his sect, where he had six amazing sisters other than himself. Until that incident happened... Now Wang Fu must climb claw by claw from the Hell realm, overcome the heavenly tribulations in the mortal world and do everything he can to return to the immortal world to see his lovely sisters again. Even if he manages to return, reach his sisters, and forget his painful experiences, the legend of the Drunken Dragon of the Seven Great Sins will continue to be told for millions of years in the realms he left behind. Additional tags: Male protoganist/Child protagonist/rapid development/Alcoholic protagonist/Action/Physical cultivation/Xianxia/Wuxia/Age progression/ Alchemy/Harem/ Romance/R-18/Money-loving protagonist/Hiding true abilities/Appearance different from real age/extremely handsome protagonist/Expert at everything/Big sister with brother complex/comedy/art of double cultivation/

Kuga bares the sign of the panther. The tootheless sign, a mouth with eight missing insiscors. Kuga is a Sagittarius Earth-Dragon. He met all three requirements, it means his life essence can subvert the curse of the Makilla. Les, all the panther maidens at the age of 23 lose their humanity to panther beastiality for the rest of their life's, like their mothers before them. However, something happened to Kuga, when his mate claimed him. He wasn't supposed to die from the bite of his mate. Yes, he died from the bite, marking the birth of different kind of beast, a Hybrid. Lord to the panther-maidens who were on the verge of turning to panther for all time. First of his kind, an Alpha. Kuga is back with only, one mission; Vengeance! Doom to his Nemesis, the monster that made him! *****†****†****†****** Slow bend, but steaming and bursting with life experienced through the world of a Maverick protagonist. This book is worth your time!... Consistent Updates, absolutely guaranteed. *******************†*****†***************** #Mates#twistedlove#romance#blood and trauma# Sensuality# sexual cultivation# guns and hard knuckles# maybe something to laugh about..... Kudus to readers, authors and wednovel. *****************†********†**************** NOTICE: Vol 1; although, the story is in 1st POV, these Maverick, cunning, mischievous characters in their covetous habitats are fictitious. Vol 2; Marks the death of Kuga and his Metamorphosis to a panther. This transition, shift the 1st POV to 3rd Person Point of View. Hop in let's have fun on this ride together.

"In a society where humanity has long forgotten the importance of harmony with nature and spirit, a lonely boy chooses to follow his family's legacy by becoming a shaman—unaware that this decision will change everything."

People know him as the Rescuer, but his true identity remains a secret. Enter Olivia Hendrix, a 17-year-old who eagerly participates in every school activity and sport. On the first day of her junior year, a new student arrives, and Olivia has no idea he is extraordinary. Is he hiding a secret? Can Olivia uncover it? Will their connection lead them to new strengths?

Vanessa died on her first life right after her break-up with first boyfriend of three months. Still confused Vanessa got hit by a car whose smoothly going on road a moment ago. To her surprise she reborn what's more into magical fantasy world and as noble she felt like she hit the jackpot or she thought.

I would like to clarify that none of this book is mine I just got it from another novel site and I saw it was not on Webnovel so here it is. there is alot of bashing of the usa in the book I have been trying to look through it and see where gas that happened so I can take it out if you see anything like that please tell me.

My heart is torn between two men. Azrael is my everything. My soul’s mate. But I can’t forget my first love. Someone who I once thought completed me. Someone who I shared more with than can ever be described with words. My wolf, Ruel. But he’s gone now. Dead to the Institute who brought us together and tore us apart. But now he’s back. And I can’t lose either of them.

Great Simon is a girl who had everything thing she needed whenever she asked she is the second child of four children,she was also athletic and made friends easily ,she felt wasn't pretty enough and that caused her insecurity. Everything changed when she pretended to be who she's not which let her to meeting the wrong people. Who did she pretend to be and who are the wrong people she met? Let's find out.

Hi, my name is Harbor Grace, and I need help.

In a world where monstrous dimensions have merged with modern society, humanity struggles to survive under the shadow of the Tower, an ominous structure that looms over the city. This Tower is a realm of gods, demons, and incomprehensible power an unbreakable prison forcing people to ascend, fight, and serve the beings above. Mujin Sungchan, born into poverty and without a system to guide him, is considered weak, destined to be nothing more than a bystander in the chaos. While others rely on status screens and abilities gifted by the Tower, Mujin relies on nothing but his own hard work, comprehension, and raw determination. Armed only with a spear and his evolving magic, he embarks on a journey of blood, battle, and relentless growth. But as he fights, he uncovers a horrifying truth the Tower is not just a structure to climb but a cage meant to break humanity’s spirit. Refusing to accept his fate, Mujin vows not to conquer the Tower, but to destroy it entirely.

Adam's life has been a huge disappointment. Growing up, he was a shy kid with no confidence; he had no ambition; he had no plans for the future. He didn't realize the time flowing by until one day he hit rock bottom. His wealth was taken away from him. He had nothing. Now he lives in a single-room apartment, he is making barely any money; he has no friends, no family, and no lover. He is all alone living a pathetic, miserable life. He is so pathetic that he died in his own apartment, slipping on a beer bottle. But fate has other plans for him. He didn't die but ended up back in the past with an upgraded body. Now, with another chance in life, he is determined to strive for greatness. ____________________ A/N - This is a smut-focused story. Expect a lot of sexual scenes.