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How would you feel when you died and saw yourself in the future but this future is not one you wished for even your enemy to wake up to. When Captain Aria, a decorated soldier medic, is killed in battle, she is mysteriously transported to a damaged future, where she must navigate through an apocalypse, she must confront her own mortality, and fight to restore hope in a desperate world. In the year 2024, Captain Aria , a highly skilled and fearless soldier medic was part of an elite special forces unit. During this critical mission, she was fatally wounded and left for dead. However, Aria's death is only the beginning as She was thrown through time and space to the year 2178, where a catastrophic apocalypse has transformed the world into a wasteland. Aria awakens in a harsh, unfamiliar landscape that has been scarred by environmental disasters, nuclear devastation, and mutated insects. The once blue skies is now a toxic haze that reeks of ash and smoke. Aria was determined to survive this apocalypse and as she struggles to survive with her marine skills, she discovers some scattered survivors and someone she held dear. *** Released times are every day. I might release from 1_4 chapters a day so expect to read continuously. hehe ******** NOTE: This book is participating in Cupid Quill October so please your vote, gifts and comments is deeply appreciated

In this world, ascending to upper realms is a matter of resources and ability. No matter the status or power level, if you have the money and the willingness to, you can live in any realm of your choosing. However, the higher the realm, the more power there is to tap into and cultivate. Who is brave enough to seek the Supremacy and rule the world? By: Jerlani

The first day of school doesn't go as planned. Nikko is late and he's literally running to school. He's so nervous, and the random guy that laughed at him while rushing through a crossroad, didn't add up to his mood.... *I am not an owner of the cover photo*

Centuries ago, a mysterious energy called "Mana" revolutionized society, but it led humans to face an unprecedented crisis: the "Great Fall". After centuries of intensive use of mana, flora and fauna mutated, becoming more powerful and intelligent. Confronted with this threat, humanity takes refuge in the bastions, the 21 fortresses, to survive. Humans also begin to mutate, developing greater physical and intellectual abilities, as well as special powers called "systems" and "stigmata". However, a scientist warns of an even more devastating imminent threat: insects, organized and cruel, will mutate in turn. To counter this imminent threat, humans begin to study the beasts and learn to cultivate Mana like them. Mana exercises are created to accelerate this process and copy some of the characteristics, but changing exercises is difficult and risky. As the world struggles for survival, Rin, a semi-awakened with the power to perceive everything around him, finds himself at the heart of this turmoil, determined to find his place in a world in chaos and to protect those he loves from the surrounding dangers. ***************************************** Participate in WSA 2024

"Let the sea roar, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein. (Psalms 98:7)."

This is not a full on novel, rather an anthology of my poetry mostly about love over the years, Volume 1 is the better poetry and volume 2 is everything that’s not what I consider my quality poetry but still sharing it anyway. this explores mostly sad and angry themes featuring heartbreak so read at your own discretion

A collection of poems.

In a world where humanity keeps declining, just like today's reality, we see how our protagonist Kiyoshi's life unfolds piece by piece.

Just a space where I let my poetry do the talking, no big deal.

Just your everyday Caribbean teen. Location: Living whatever I have in Korea just got to my new apartment with my mom. what I miss? oou a lot. your crush alun just asked eilonwy out. and here I am missing all the drama and fun. sophomore year should be fun. but here I am more then several kilometers away from my friends. at least that was better than the states. I wonder will this be the last time we move.

its anything that you want it to be its meant for your feelings to just let lose

Three years ago, Su Luo was betrayed, his cultivation stripped away, leaving him a powerless live-in son-in-law, scorned and humiliated. But now, he has returned as a sovereign, unrivaled across the heavens and earth. With world-defying medical mastery in one hand and unparalleled martial prowess in the other, he proclaims: This time, I will make the world tremble at my name and quake at the sound of my voice.

Bravery in Silence is a captivating tale of love, loss, and the courage to face one's fears. Set against the backdrop of a war-torn nation, the story follows the lives of two young lovers, Anya and Ivan. As their country descends into chaos, they are forced to make heart-wrenching decisions and endure unimaginable hardships. Their love story, a beacon of hope in a world shrouded in darkness, becomes a symbol of resilience and the power of the human spirit.

second chances don't always come with a guarantee, but sometimes........some times, love deserve a replay meet Emily Patel, a strong-willed and independent woman who thought she had found her forever love in Ryan Thompson. but life had other plans, and they went their separate ways, leaving her heartbroken. Emily Patel thought she had forever closed the chapter on love. heartbroken and shattered, she believed she'd never again experience the thrill of falling in love. the memories of her past relationship with the charming and captivating Ryan still lingered, a constant reminder of what could never be. year's went by, and Emily built a fortress around her heart convincing herself that she was better off alone. but fate had other plans, when she least expected it, she him. a kind, gentle, and handsome stranger named David Grayson, who challenged everything she thought she knew about love As she slowly let her guard down, Emily discovered that her heart was still capable of beating for someone new. but the fear of getting hurt again loomed large.

Two Men fell In love with each other, they both love each other deep down in their heart so the universe killed One of them and the one had to suffer from his death. but decades past both of them got reincarnated, where same sex relationship isn't forbidden. in there past life both of them promised with with each That they will be waiting for each other in their Next life. But Allan lost his memory and couldn't remember anything because of his past life trauma before. but his lover Leo keep loving him even if he has no memories.

The vast scale of our universe has lead us to believe that we must be alone. However, this isn't the case. Fane, a member of a highly advanced spacefaring civilization, is suddenly summoned to a medieval world, reminiscent of Old Earth's Dark Ages. On the surface, kingdoms wage endless wars, while beneath, a mysterious dungeon sprawls, its labyrinthine corridors constantly shifting like the gears of a clock. Yet, this world is not the only one drawn into the chaos. Two others have also been pulled into the fray, bringing with them powerful crystalline mages and ancient gods long thought forgotten. Now, Fane must fight to survive alongside native warriors and foreign entities alike, all while unraveling the cryptic mysteries of this strange and dangerous realm. Survival is only the beginning - deciphering the truth could change everything. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Hello! Thanks for checking out my work! I'm not the greatest author, but I plan to consistently update this project, even if I have to write significantly slower than what you typically find on this platform. (My apologies!) Below, you will find some key notes that might be nice to see before becoming invested. PACE: 1 ch/week For now, I plan to write roughly 1 chapter / week. However, this might change in the future as I acclimate to writing more frequently. (Or if this story randomly becomes very successful.) MONEY: At least first 50 ch FREE I know I just mentioned this story becoming "successful", which typically entails paying the author and bla bla bla. BUT! I like the idea of this just being my story with no hooks or lines for a while. I plan to make the greater first chunk of the story free. TRENDS: ~~Overpowered~~ Honestly, I hate the concept of things being "overpowered". It reminds me of the first time I hacked my favorite childhood videogame. (It sucked the fun out of it completely.) That being said, I want this story to involve genuine challenges that take effort or risk to overcome. GENRE: Action, Mystery I would like this story to focus primarily around Action and Mystery. There might be some mild things tossed into the fray like comedy and romance, but don't expect anything too raunchy. DISCORD: -not yet implemented- I may eventually start a discord for this story. It could make a good library for supporting lore or artwork, as well as a place for people to discuss their theories or leave feedback. For now, this discord doesn't yet exist, but I will update you here when/if that changes. OTHER STORIES: Paused A few of you may have known me from my previous stories. I know, you may be pretty bummed that I haven't updated either in a really long time. There were some pretty hefty flaws in those stories that I kind of beat myself up over. (I actually formed this story while trying to restructure the surface world for 'Reincarnated as a Haunted Machine'.) For now, this will be my only work, as the world I live in has become rather complicated in recent years. Perhaps at some point, I will return to my other works, but for the foreseeable future, this story will be my one true love.

In 31 days, I will have aged another year. In 30 days, I will be killed. In 28 days, I will have fought someone I believed to be my closest ally. In 21 days, I will have lost everyone I held dearest to me. In 14 days, I will be betrayed. In 7 days, I will cause a war. Tonight, I will have gone mad. 

The Ye family is one of the top families in Yanjing and across the country. Yet, Ye Chen is despised by everyone as a live-in son-in-law. No one knows his true identity. In the end, those who look down on him will kneel before him, trembling with fear, and respectfully call him "Master"!

In the captivating realm of High Reach, within the Kingdom of Bretany, a land once revered for its poetic allure and cultural riches, now bears witness to the tumultuous war of successions. "A Lion's Clash" tells the gripping saga of the rightful heir to the High Throne, Princess Elsbeth Lionith, daughter and heiress of the late King Ertur Lionith, as she contends with her ambitious uncle, Lord Erwyn Lionith, the younger brother of the king, in a fierce struggle for power. Amidst the backdrop of bloodshed and betrayal, the echoes of poetry intertwine with the sounds of war, immortalizing the bravery and sacrifices of the combatants, shaping the destiny of High Reach forever.

Com a invasão dos aethyris e o caos dominando a Terra, dois deuses fazem uma aposta decisiva: um humano escolhido receberá um grande poder. Se ele usar essa habilidade para o bem, a humanidade e os aethyris serão salvos; se falhar, a destruição será inevitável. Agora, o futuro de duas raças depende de Ren, um jovem que já vislumbrou o inferno na Terra.

Are you in or out?

////\\\\\\\ Disclaimer!!! All Rights Reserved.  Golden_Essence Copyright 2024 Before you start reading this book.... THIS BOOK CONTAINS EXTREMELY EXPLICIT SEXUAL CONTENT OF THE MOST GRAPHIC NATURE. I'm a degenerate, so this book was made for degenerates. If you fancy a romantic relationship between two females, then read at your own discretion. The book is pretty much depraved, with a dark tone, but sexy, trust me. If you are underage or unwilling to experience depictions of Yuri, hardcore sex, fetish behaviors, and unrestrained carnal perversions in lurid detail - DO NOT READ THIS BOOK. You have been warned - continuing past this point confirms you are an adult clearly consenting to subjecting yourself to material that does not shy away from portraying sexuality and deviance in its most profane, boundary-pushing extremes. If you nevertheless choose to proceed and find yourself offended or disturbed, DO NOT BLAME THE AUTHOR. This is your final advisory.  18+ ONLY. Moving on... No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any more or by any mass electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise without prior written permission of the author. Please, Take Note: This is a book of fiction. All characters, names, places, incidents and behavior are from my imagination, used with no intentions of hurting anyone; Any resemblance to any actual living thing or dead is mainly by coincidence and I sincerely apologise. Read on!!

In the year 2150, humanity has spread across the stars, colonizing distant planets and establishing a network of space stations. Among these interstellar pioneers is Captain Aria Valen, a decorated pilot and commander of the starship Elysian. Dedicated to her mission and crew, Aria has little time for romance, having locked away her heart after a past betrayal. On a routine mission to deliver supplies to the remote colony of Zephyr-9, Aria's ship encounters a mysterious distress signal emanating from an uncharted planet. Reluctantly, she diverts course to investigate, discovering a small, crashed vessel and a lone survivor: Dr. Ethan Cross, a brilliant and enigmatic astrophysicist. Ethan, working on a top-secret project, claims to have unlocked secrets about a rare cosmic phenomenon that could revolutionize space travel. Despite his guarded demeanor, Aria is drawn to his intellect and quiet strength. As they work together to repair Ethan's ship and uncover the truth behind his research, their mutual respect blossoms into something deeper. However, their growing connection is tested by external threats. A ruthless space pirate, Captain Lyra Nox, seeks the same knowledge Ethan possesses and will stop at nothing to obtain it. Aria and Ethan must navigate treacherous space battles, decipher hidden codes, and outmaneuver Lyra's relentless pursuit. As danger looms, Aria and Ethan realize that their bond is not just a fleeting romance but a powerful alliance that could alter the fate of humanity. Together, they must make a choice: protect their newfound love or sacrifice it to save countless lives. "WE FELL IN LOVE IN SPACE" is a tale of adventure, trust, and the unbreakable bonds forged among the stars. It's a journey that explores the limits of human courage and the infinite possibilities of love.