Stellar Cinderella

In the middle of a deserted island, a small boy wakes up with two sets of memories: one from his few years of life and the other from a man who lived to adulthood and achieved great things. When he least expected it, a powerful master appeared on the island and took him in as a disciple, revealing a shocking fact: magic exists in that world, and, thanks to it, humanity managed to conquer the galaxy. If you like it, you can support me on patreon.com/lordanl and get up to 10 advanced chapters.

"Aaa!" Cassandra was shocked and screamed as she woke beside a strange man. To make matters worse, the man was shirtless, and she was only wearing underwear. 'What's going on, why is he sleeping with me?' "Morning, sweetheart!" The man beside Cassandra greeted her. Cassandra gasped, shook her head, and pushed the man to the ground. "Hey, what are you doing in my bed? Are you trying to harass me? Get out of here!" Cassandra pointed her index finger at the door. 'I married him? Who is that man? How can I be married to him?' Cassandra thought to herself as she lifted the blanket slowly and saw a red stain on the sheet. "How can we get married? I don't know you at all, and this seems to be our first meeting," asked Cassandra, who still couldn't hide her surprise. Charles looked deeply into Cassandra's green eyes. "Have you forgotten what happened last night? You even went so far as to ask me not to leave." ….……….. Cassandra immediately ran into the house, not caring that she now came with Charles. She also continued to shout Vivian's name because she was worried that something had happened to her half-sister. Cassandra's father slaps her immediately. "Dad, why did you slap me? What did I do?" asked Cassandra while holding her cheeks, which were now burning. Geoffry, Cassandra's father, only glanced sarcastically at his biological daughter. "You still ask what you did? Did I raise and finance you to be a slut?" --------- Cassandra Miller never knew she was being set up by her half-sister Vivian Hartley at a nightclub. Vivian mixed stimulants in Cassandra's drink to get her drunk and ended up in bed with a random guy. Vivian's trap worked, and Cassandra married a stranger in Las Vegas the day they met. This makes her father furious and kicks Cassandra out of the house. But what happens is that Charles Parker, the man who married Cassandra in Las Vegas, takes her to live with him. In exchange, Cassandra had to leave their marriage for two years. Will Cassandra be able to live a two-year life as Mrs Parker and resolve the misunderstandings with her father and Cassandra's fiancé at the time? Is there a conspiracy behind all this? Or is there more to their marriage?

``` If she had known he was so noble and domineering, a man not to be trifled with, could she have shoved the nozzle into his mouth? No. If she had known he was the rich and powerful Crown Prince, could she have accidentally bitten him? No. If she had known he was the "Cold-faced King of Hell" whom everyone respected yet kept at a distance, would she still have checked him for drunk driving? No. * Lian Qiao, grayer than Cinderella, could never have imagined she would have any connection with such a man. Yet here she was, kidnapped in broad daylight and humiliated without anyone daring to interfere. Could she refrain from biting him, biting him, and continuing to bite him? * He, whose family background was illustrious and who was so handsome that it was ridiculous, never got close to women. No woman should even dream of approaching within three feet of him. Yet not only had she come close, she had inserted and even bitten. Could he forgive her, forgive her, and keep forgiving her? *When equatorial glaciers melt, when they become engrained in flesh and blood... What would become of him and her? * [One-liner introduction]: This is the growth story of a sneaky, sarcastic woman with a venomous tongue hiding behind a smile; and the pursuit of a wife by a tyrannical, yet devoted husband as cold and ruthless as the King of Hell himself. P: On the tumultuous path, conflicts arise anew; witness Sijin once again portray boundless love and ultimate indulgence. Invariable principle: A little torment for affection, never too much, one on one to the end! [Excerpt]: She had vanished for six years, and to her surprise, as soon as she returned to the country and disembarked the plane, he slapped handcuffs on her. "Girl, both deserting a spouse and deserting the army cost dearly. Which are you guilty of?" he asked. "Uncle..." Behind her, a cute and innocent little fairy with eyes brimming with tears asked innocently in a milky voice, "Why are you catching my mommy?" He was taken aback. Could this be their daughter? "Little girl, how old are you?" he asked. "Four years old," the little beauty replied with a sweet smile. What a joke! I, the genius little schemer, why should I tell you the truth? What does it matter if you are my daddy? Dare to bully my mommy, and wait to see my seventy-two transformations... * ```

I see dead people. But hey, it’s the zombie apocalypse, everyone is seeing dead people, including a blind girl. It’s not like I am that special. For a while, I thought I was going to be Cinderella, complete with the cruel stepfamily and the little mice for helpers. But instead of mice, I got demons from hell with a taste for chaos. Then again, there is nothing wrong with a little chaos in the middle of the apocalypse. It’s what makes life worth living. Unfortunately for others, they don’t quite see it that way. You see, I have a gift. One that isn’t exactly mine, but I can use it however I see fit. My gift is granting wishes. I'm a genie without a bottle, but it would be nice if people appreciated me more. All the humans ask for is the same thing… more food here, shelter there, kill these people, torture those. And I do it all, for a small price. I don’t ask for money or food, I can get that on my own. No, I want favors, souls, something that means everything for the other person. And they give it to me. Their momentary desire worth their long term happiness. But by the time they discover that, I’m long gone, already moved on to my next… client. I know I look young, starvation and abuse will do that to a girl. Humans tell me that I shouldn’t be wandering out there alone. Some try to help me… most don’t. But whoever said I was by myself? Just because others couldn’t see them didn’t mean my demons ever left. I still hear their voices in my head, whispering words of encouragement and love. For them, I’d do anything. Kill anyone. Destroy anything. After all, life is just a game, right? Those still alive at the end of the day were the lucky ones. Those who died were not. Everything is just a game of chance, all a human has to do is roll the dice. My only word of advice is to be careful what you wish for… you just might get it. My name is Hattie, welcome to my world. Would you like a cup of tea?

Hwayeong’s Hilarious Struggle to Flunk Out of the Crown Princess Selection! Hwayeong’s peaceful life is turned upside down when her younger sister, inspired by rumors about the Crown Prince’s less-than-stellar appearance, submits her name for the Crown Princess selection without her consent. For Hwayeong, who loathes the very idea of stifling palace life, it’s a nightmare come to life. So, she comes up with a cunning plan: To delay her arrival at the imperial palace no matter what! However, her carefully laid plans are thrown into chaos when, out of nowhere, a galloping horse nearly tramples her. Furious at the reckless rider, she takes off after him through the bustling streets, her anger fueling every step. It’s only when she skids to a stop, heart pounding, that she looks up and realizes she’s standing before the towering gates of the very place she swore she would never go. “I won’t let this slide. Just you wait!” Confronting the rider later that evening, Hwayeong demands an apology, but instead of showing remorse, he arrogantly dismisses her complaint. Enraged, she impulsively hurls her shoe at his back in an act of defiance. Days later... Her frustration turns to horror when she learns the man’s true identity—he’s none other than the Crown Prince himself, the very focus of the competition she’s been dragged into. Though initially panicked, Hwayeong refuses to give up. Her new goal? Become such a nuisance to the Crown Prince that he’ll have no choice but to kick her out and send her back home! Unfortunately, the Crown Prince has no intention of playing along with her schemes... “You’ll rot here for six full months—completely, thoroughly, and absolutely!” Now caught in a battle of wills, Hwayeong must decide: Can she outsmart the Crown Prince and escape the confines of the palace, or will her rebellion only tighten the chains around her? #Romance #Comedy #Romanticcomedy #History #Loyalty #Prince #Unrulyheroine Text copyright ⓒ 2024 by JeongHyun All right reserved. The Korean edition was originally written by 정현, Korea Translated and Published by We’ve Lab.

A team of humans arrives on the Lythari homeworld, eager to collaborate on a project that could change the course of both civilizations. But they quickly discover that trust is a currency, curiosity is dangerous, and gravity is optional. As ancient secrets threaten to unravel the fabric of Lythari society, the team must decide whether to expose the truth or let it remain hidden forever. If you want to read a good science fiction novel, read it.

Rafaela grew up in the Cinder Sector of the outer belts, an isolated region that her step mother and step sisters can't bear. She's eligible to enter the Prince's race, if she can get her mother's old scout ship repaired in time, but she also needs to discover what her mother really left behind. Prince Brendan needs to catch a bride that he can trust. He was born with Corporate records written into his genes in a Solar System brewing with political strife. He bets his future on a race, but will he find out what this Cinder girl's family is tangled up in? With interstellar travel still confined below the speed of light, the vast majority of humanity now carries the extra pair of chromosomes packed with an inheritance of genetic memories. Those who don't carry the extra genes have been disregarded for centuries. Humanity needs to let go of the past in order to expand their future. Will a young woman, a young man, and a dragon be able to forge a brighter future between two stars? Cover redesigned by Bloom759, face based off Artflow.ai generation. --- On hold because I'm getting the shattered shunt removed finally! (The list of possible complications is a bit scary, but not compared to living with my brain fluid leaking out.)

A One-Night Stand. An Arranged Marriage. An Unending Game of Betrayals. Some call it fate. Linda calls it a nightmare. Everyone dreams of a Cinderella love story, but Linda's love story started in the wrong kind of ballroom. A smoky bar, a heartbreak-fueled plan to get back at her ex, and Leon—a man with just the right amount of charm and mischief to fit her scheme. One reckless hookup later, her private life became a public scandal when their explicit photos surfaced online, leaving her humiliated and desperate to disappear. Fleeing the city was supposed to bring peace, but instead, Linda discovered she was carrying Leon’s child. Determined to raise her baby alone, she pushed thoughts of him aside, until he reappeared. Not as a fleeting memory, but as her father’s choice for her arranged husband. “You’ve got to be kidding me,” Linda hissed, her voice sharp as she looked up to her groom on the altar. “Believe me, sweetheart, this wasn’t my dream wedding either,” Leon replied, his tone infuriatingly calm. “Then why did you agree to it?” she asked, her breath hitching. Leon leaned in, his voice dropping to a dangerous whisper. “We don’t have a choice. But if you think for a second you're disappearing on me again, think again.” What started as an arranged marriage spiraled into a rollercoaster of deception, passion, and deadly secrets. As Linda uncovers the dark truths about her family, she realizes Leon is the only one willing to stand by her. But their fragile alliance is tested with every revelation, every betrayal, and every scorching moment of desire they can’t ignore. When love and survival hang in the balance, will they rise together—or fall apart?

Over 100,000 years ago, Earth was destroyed in a cataclysmic event known as the Stellar Severance. The collapse of an entire sector of reality tore open fractures across the galaxy, unleashing a mysterious energy called Aether that reshaped the evolution of all life it touched. Stars dimmed, civilizations crumbled, and factions emerged from the chaos, each vying for control of the galaxy’s remaining colonies and resources. In this transformed world, Samuel Solis—heir to the noble House of Solis—discovers that his genes have mutated in ways no one anticipated, granting him rare, mystic abilities. As Samuel learns to wield the strange power of Aether, he is drawn into a cosmic struggle where the future of his house and his own survival hang in the balance.

Long ago in the high mountains of a secret empire, there were two powerful kingdoms split by the vast sea. One, a kingdom of fierce fire and power, full of mighty warriors and valiant royals. Their weapons ignited with flames of passion, and their skills were unmatched due to their discipline. A castle made of embers deemed it's walls untouchable to any foe. This kingdom was called the Crimson Demesne. Across the coastline, on the opposite cliff's peak, stood a vigorous, yet elegant castle, made by the grace of the stars. It is called the Steller Estate. Where hallways are finely plated with constellations of each record of the night sky. The shining silver and sapphire blades held by the royals were enlightened by stardust, reaching power beyond any imagination. These two kingdoms remained isolated from each other, for the two had long history of conflicts for power and rule over The Empire of Deargach Réaltaí. Countless bloody battles over crowns and thrones lead to the empire losing many adorn leaders. … Decades later, when the new kings and queens of both kingdoms were crowned, the Crimsons vowed to make amends with the Stellars and end the times of reckless exchange. Although, the villagers from both kingdoms still had their own disputes about the matter. Time will only tell who is really to trust.

In the year 2275, humanity has spread across the stars, but life in space is cold, isolated, and often lonely. Iris, a talented astrophysicist, has dedicated her life to studying mysterious cosmic echoes—signals from the edge of the known universe that defy explanation. One day, her research leads her to a discovery: the echoes aren't random—they’re messages. Strange, poetic messages that seem to be written just for her. Determined to uncover the sender, Iris embarks on a journey aboard the spaceship Stellar Winds, where she meets Kian, a brooding ex-pilot with a tragic past and a heart closed off to the world. Together, they chase the origin of the echoes, exploring uncharted regions of space while navigating the growing tension—and attraction—between them. As they venture deeper into the void, Iris and Kian uncover a startling truth: the echoes are tied to a forgotten interstellar civilization, one that holds the key to their futures. But with rival factions hunting them down and a universe full of dangers, their love may be the only thing that can keep them alive.

Discontinued - if you're intrigued by the premise of this story, please check out AGŌN by Yann on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/AGON-YANN/dp/B0C5P5HK56 Born into a nomadic culture which had just usurped an empire, Yarhaci set sail North in search of conquest. All he found was ice, darkness and a thousand year slumber. Awakened in an unfamiliar metal room in the year 2100, he finds himself reborn in a sterile society looking towards conquering the stars. Yarhaci attends the illustrious Stellar Academy and finds that, past or present, the machinations of the simian mind stay the same. As he chases understanding in a complex world, power and influence clash about him.

Loose cultivator Shi Lang gradually found himself in the realm of invincibility. However, when he finally tried to ascend to the higher realm, the spirit of the world was nearly exhausted. So, between his ascension to a new world or the well-being of his home, he chose the latter and sacrificed his life to save the world. Nobody knew what he gave up for the world, and he told no one. Although his sacrifice had gone unsung, there was still someone who witnessed everything. A treasured artifact he carried on his body preserved his soul and let it escape a tragic end. Eons passed. The human race stepped out from the age of cultivation into an age of stellar conquest. The spirit energy in the world was now scarce, but humans found other means to excel. In this highly-advanced time, Shi Lang's soul has found a chance to be reborn. What happens when an ancient cultivator that neared the level of a deity before his first death gets a second chance at life in the space age? ... Cover Credits: ropreker#8513(discord) Fonts and Final editing credits: Not gonna tell y'all. XD

Lillac's plan to give her a boyfriend a suprise came to an tragic end as she found confessing to another girl . She couldn't believe the man who loved her so much would ever do something like this . The heartbroken Lillac wanted to just disappear. But Diana doesn't seem to be in the mood to just let her be . How will Lillac when her supposed rival in love show a sudden interest towards her ? Will she find the reason why she can't just ignore the other girl ? Read the story to find out more about the journeys in discovering all the twist and turn .

In the middle of an intergalactic war, one of the best pilots in the stellar fleet witnesses helplessly the destruction of the entire fleet and, with it, the annihilation of all mankind. When the oxygen in his destroyed ship ran out, he only reproached himself for not having been able to at least die like a hero. However, without knowing why, his soul returned in time to the day of his entrance exam at the academy. This time Eneas would save his life, his mother's life, and everyone he could save. Armed with an inhuman ability to pilot, he will make the most of his mecha, the Phoenix named Uroboros, changing history of the universe forever.

In a world where mathematics and cosmic forces intertwine, Jake Vietnam was born from the Stellar Heavenly Child. Guided by the teachings of Kirk Weiler, the enigmatic author of the sacred eMath texts, Jake assembles a group of friends versed in the arcane arts of mathematics. Posting on RoyalRoad as well.

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Leo, an ordinary young man from Earth, is reborn in a magical and unknown world, in a rural village where hope for a bright future seems unattainable. Despite this, he decides to fight for a better future, deciding to become a knight. However, his life suffers an unexpected turn when he discovers an unknown talent in him: just by watching the retired knight's training, Leo assimilates the art of the stellar sword. But that was only the beginning. A casual encounter with the old wizard who reveals to him the secrets of mana is enough for his understanding of magical power to rise to an intermediate level and infer the advanced one. As Leo explores his new abilities, he realizes that his ability to comprehend is exceptional, making him an ultimate prodigy in this challenging world. But with great power comes great responsibility. Will Leo be able to keep the speed at which he grows stronger matched by the speed at which he engages with ever-stronger enemies? His journey is just beginning, and the fate of the magical world could come to depend on him.

I do not own the picture that was used for the cover. Neo Muendo is a very intelligent and cunning individual, he will step on, use, manipulate any and all than could be used. But luck wasn’t on his side, he accidentally tried to manipulate Princess Alurra into making him a royal. The royal tutor uncovered his plot……wait I’m telling too much. In this book we have Battleships, magic, skills, levels, gods, and many more. My first publication so I hope for your feedback. The first few chapters will be slow, gotta set the mood, but after that it will speed up significantly…….i hope. I’m in college and have a job so the chapters will be all over the place but I will try to give you guys 5-7 chapters a week. Thank you for the read and leave a comment or criticism for me please. Skip the first 8 chapters, they are a flashback.

An alien race invaded the Earth on June 6, 2128. At the midst of this war, many nations allied with the alien threat and the war nearly wiped out the rebelling humans of the planet. At the edge of mankind's survival, the United Nations Army launched its forces to eliminate the immediate stellar threats that loomed over Earth. General Seeker Carlean, commander and leader of the mission, risked and gave his life to destroy the immediate stellar threat. The battle was won though Earth lay in ruins. Perhaps mankind will live to see a few years of peace before the alien threat returns to wipe out their existence. At the immediate aftermath of the stellar battle, the fallen Seeker Carlean awakens and finds himself at aged 17, living the peaceful life he lived 16 years before he died. So begins a new game in the battle for humanity's survival. ---- Cover art by Jayps. http://www.behance.net/Jayps

A group of unsuspecting students is caught in a deadly contest where lives are at stake and time is running out. They must uncover the truth behind the sinister "Cinderella's Palace." As rain pours and thunder roars, Yuki finds herself in a Jinro Game reminiscent of a Japanese drama she watched. The villagers need to identify the wolves to save themselves, but in this game, distinguishing between the fake and real wolves is crucial for her survival. What if she draws the wolf card?

A young girl lost her family in an intertribal war. She ended up in an orphanage home where she faced difficulties but ended up going through with her bachelor's degree and married her prince charming.

{Dropped!!!!} "Restart from zero, if you die." "Fight or lose it all." "Powers need you as much as you need them." Neaf Stellar, an ordinary guy with his own struggles, perished in a disaster, but everything changed when he awoke in a parallel universe. In this world, humans have no power, while AI beings, indistinguishable from humans, possess supreme powers. When life grants a second chance, it's not because you're chosen, but because you must now make choices. It's a double-edged sword; with his system lacking all capability and himself at rock bottom, he must win or lose the life he once knew, with the present opportunity. He must confront it all, a mysterious system that transports him to supernatural worlds, unravelling missions to gain power. Every world comes with different missions. Werewolves, vampires, demons, devils, zombies, dual cultivation, harem leveling—you name it, and he needs to face it. One thing is for sure: nothing is ending on a good note. It's him, or his loved ones. When supernatural worlds collide with technology, uncertainty locks it all.

I'm not Grace Finley. I can't remember my actual name anymore. I'm afraid I might forget what my family looks like, I miss them. I need to go back to my life. I want to go back to my life. Forget my overnight Cinderella status, I'm a wife?! Who married me without my knowledge?! My husband, The Grand Prince, happens to be the richest, most feared and most admired man in all of Valoria. His harsh words don't match his kind gestures. And he has got quite a handsome face. Also, did I mention that he is popular despite being the husband of someone? I won't surprised if he happens to have a secret cult of followers/admirers. Anyway, He is a kind man, that's all you have to know. As of now, my only way back seems to be the god of this world. So I first asked him politely, I truly was polite, I'm not lying! But with no reply to my polite inquires, I proceeded to commit blasphemy on my first public outing, and threatened to commit genocide but to no avail. At least tell me the reason for bringing me here, You damn god! I spoke in a 'very flowery' language that was not meant for children and always cursed him to my heart's content but I wasn't struck by lightning. I seriously don't want this privilege okay? Finally, The story of the body I possessed... I don't know. The only onslaught I felt was the severe head and body aches after opening my eyes in this body. I didn't mind until I learned that I woke up from an incident that was an attempt to take my life but covered up as an accident. If only I could find the perpetrator, I would like to encourage them to make another attempt and cooperate as long as it is painless. No memories, People after my life, a family to look after and a kingdom to rule, I have never been this responsible in my entire life! Is this a punishment for living the privileged life of the youngest child in the family? I'm only nineteen for god sake! Let me live!

"Ang hiling ko lang, sana hindi lang panandalian itong sa amin ni Ouji. Sana hindi muli ito isang love story na dadaan lang sa buhay ko. Sa sobrang ganda kasi, gusto ko na itong maging akin habang buhay. Tila gusto ko na namang maniwala sa happily ever after kahit alam kong nagsisimula pa lang ang totoong kwento namin."

Everyone knows the classic Cinderella story. A prince who falls in love with a commoner and unintentionally rescues her from her abusive household. But… What if Cinderella were a prideful young man, and the prince… was a princess who could barely admit her own feelings? Oh. The things people will do for love. The illegitimate son from the Xie family is laughed at the aristocratic circle. Proud, aloof, and undeniably rude, he’s everything but likable. His only saving graces are his unmatched grades and a face that could stop traffic. Yang Qinru, the "tyrant" of Imperial Academy, is no damsel in distress. With a bat in one hand and wit sharp enough to cut steel, she’s both feared and respected. But behind her rebellion is a girl who’s unafraid to take what she wants—even if it’s someone as infuriating as Xie Xinglin. ... "You’re kind of cute,” Yang Qinru mumbled, her cheeks betraying her with a faint pink hue. "What was that?" Xie Xinglin looked up, frowning. "I said you look like you crawled out of a garbage can!" she snapped, cheeks flaming as she spun on her heel and stormed off. Later, Wang Ye leaned in with a sly grin. "Boss, you into him? Like, fantasizing-about-him kind of into him?" Yang Qinru shot him a glare. "Like who?" "You know… him. Do you, like, daydream about holding his hand and skipping through fields of flowers or something?" She snorted. "Of course not! What kind of nonsense—?" She paused, her voice dropping to a mumble. "It's not like I imagine us getting married, building a house in the countryside, and adopting five cats or anything." Wang Ye blinked, stunned. "Uh… boss, that’s oddly specific." "Shut up!" she barked, shoving him away. This isn’t your typical fairy tale. When the "Cinderella" isn’t waiting to be saved, and the "prince" has his own walls to break down, what’s left is a whirlwind romance of rivalry, sarcasm, and reluctant confessions. After all, love doesn’t always follow the script.

Solo nieve y frío rodeaban su cuerpo. Los efectos provocado por esto lo dejaban desgastado. Así fue su primer contacto con este páramo, en el cuál solo abundan monstruos de pesadillas y otros grupos. Se deberá adaptar o morir en el intento. ¿Qué puede ser peor los humanos o los monstruos?. Ahora danza, en esta interminable zona donde solo la muerte de aquellos que estén ante ti te dará libertad. Lucha y sobrevive.

In a world where advanced technology and ancient magic synergize, Elara Faelan, a student at Phaedra Academy, has the uncanny ability to see into possible futures. However, her power carries a heavy burden-guilt over the past and fear of wrong decisions continue to haunt her. When a series of mysterious disappearances involving Aliança Stellar rock the city, Elara and her best friend, Eira Solstice, a master of nanotechnology, must confront a threat far greater than they ever imagined. With the help of Professor Arion, a magical and technological expert with a special connection to Elara, they embark on a perilous journey to uncover the truth behind the secret organization targeting them. In a maze of choices and betrayals, Elara must face her own fears to save their world from destruction.

The adventures of Void Stellar and his team trying to get Stronger to save Planet Earth.

"Did you save a kingdom in your past life? If not, how could you get your hands on a woman like me?" Thrilling and seductive, this new series is a dark blend of The Little Mermaid and Cinderella along with a fantasy world different from the rest. When sixteen year old painter, Gabriella saves a dieing young man, Arik, she knows nothing of his origins. All she knows is that he's foreign and trouble. They don't make the best impression on each other but Arik's hooked. Arik is the crown prince of the Continent of Fable and although the power games of the court don't make his succession certain he really couldn't care less. He's engaged to a treacherous and simply wicked monster's daughter, but not by choice. For his kingdom and his life he must marry Esmeralda but his love with Gabriella make things difficult. Their love is thorn apart and Gabriella's feelings for Arik are transformed from fiery passion to ice cold hatred bordering on obsession. She is dragged into a world of legends that she's only ever heard about and now works for an ancient evil who's tricked her. Gabriella and Arik must find a way to conquer their foes and get their happy ever after or die trying. Should this merman have never left his castle?