Empress Of Ashes

In the heart of the Azure Star Continent lies the legendary Celestial Clan, rulers of an unbroken legacy of power, wealth, and influence. At its helm stands Xian Tianyang, a prodigy born with unparalleled talent and destined to inherit the mantle of leadership. Calm, calculating, and relentless, Tianyang has forged a reputation as an unshakable force, a young master whose genius is rivaled only by his ambition. But the path to supremacy is fraught with danger. In a continent where alliances shift like desert sands and rival factions sharpen their blades, Tianyang must navigate a world of intrigue and betrayal. When his childhood fiancée, Lin Yuqing, the “Blooming Empress” of the Eternal Bloom Clan, enters his life, their union threatens to spark both alliances and rivalries that could reshape the continent. With ancient secrets lurking in the shadows, enemies plotting from every corner, and the weight of his family’s legacy on his shoulders, Tianyang must prove that he is more than just a prodigy—he is the heir to the Celestial Throne. Will their fates intertwine as destined rulers, or will the fires of ambition and duty tear them apart? Prepare for a tale of genius, power, and forbidden emotions, where every choice has the power to change the fate of nations. Disclaimer! Please read Auxiliary volume 0 & important information at the end of some chapters, to better understand the setting, characters, techniques, cultivation realms, bloodlines, beast levels & contracts.

A man rejected by the will of the world he grew up in for all of his life, and a genius with infinite potential who fell as a result of making a risky bet. Under the machinations of the deceased Heavenly Emperor, Huang Xian, two unfortunate souls from entirely different worlds got saved and fused together into a new whole, adopting the identity of the latter–Theodore Winter, the heir to one of the Supreme Pillars of the Heavenly Court. As an eon-spanning competition to decide the next generation of Heavenly Emperor and Heavenly Empress began, it brought with it a game of wits, power and plots that would shake the Heavenly Court to its core. Reincarnators, Transmigrators and Regressors were barely qualified to chase after the unprecedented monsters that had been brought into being for the express purpose of rising above the rest. Battles between peers were like peeling an onion–nobody ever knew just how many cultivation realms and Talents the other had hidden away to catch his opponents off guard. With a saint-like image and the heart of a devil, Theodore Winter entered the fray. Unbeknownst to all, other than returning triumphantly, he was entrusted with another task: To kill Huang Xian’s murderer–his wife, the Heavenly Empress! ------------------------- Read advance chapters (by paying for my meals) on Patreon: • https://www.patreon.com/sh1ro My novel series "Reincarnation Cycle's Unfortunate Bug" on Amazon: • https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CYHGRR8M/ Discord Server (currently under construction): • https://discord.gg/NdAjjmXSDh ------------------------- Hi there, this is Shiro / the author. Just one little cautionary warning here: Due to being set in an entirely alternate world from ours, while some terms and concepts might seem familiar at first glance, many in actuality are not. In canon, the World's Will of a world exactly like our own 'got inspired' by memories that it secretly glimpsed from the Heavenly Emperor, thereby creating extremely loosely related concepts in its own universe. So never expect anything to work in the same way as something that you are already familiar with, because chances are very high that it won't be the same at all. (Yes, I just blatantly flipped the script.) I hope you'll enjoy The Heavenly Empress' Assassin! ------------------------- Current Release Schedule: • 5 chapters per week • 1 chapter every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday (at ~11 p.m. GMT+1) (More chapters can appear as bonus chapters, so this is the absolute minimum.) • Vote with Power Stones to read more chapters in the week after the results are in! -> Top 100: +1 chapter -> Top 50: +2 chapters -> Top 10: +3 chapters -> Top 5: +4 chapters -> 1st Place: +5 chapters - Chapter length: ~2k words on average

Ophelia von Aubessec, an Empress ruling over millions gets slain. Regressing back to her body 300 years ago, she sets her sights on getting revenge on the forces who had managed to kill her. By using her knowledge of the future, she builds her own Empire, wins back the lovers she lost, and discovers the secrets of the system she had been provided. --------- This is a dark novel and IT IS HAREM. However, it may travel more into a polygamous relationship due to the complications of a harem. There are also R18 scenes sprinkled about, so please read responsibly.

In a realm ruled by powerful vampire clans, centuries of uneasy peace are shattered when an ancient curse reawakens, threatening to engulf the world in darkness. Lucian, a proud and dominant warrior of the Crimson Fang Clan, finds himself drawn into a deadly conflict where trust is a luxury and betrayal lurks in every shadow. Burdened by his past and driven by duty, he becomes entangled in a complex relationship with Lyra, a fierce and determined warrior with secrets of her own, and Dorian, a manipulative rival with dangerous ambitions. As forbidden desires flare and old rivalries resurface, Lucian and Lyra must confront not only their growing feelings for each other but also the dark magic spreading across the land. Together, they form uneasy alliances with other clans, but as ancient prophecies unfold, a greater enemy rises—one that could destroy them all. In a world of blood and ashes, where power is everything, Lucian must choose between love and honor, vengeance and redemption. The fate of the clans—and his heart—rests on his final decision in a war where only the strongest will survive.

Book 2 of The Nochten trilogy. Five years have passed since the dreaded letter and Ana is now 12 years old. She continues to face the challenges in court, meanwhile, more support grows in favor of her cousin Mykhol. But as foreign invaders, the Bulgeons, encroach on their colonies with more than pillaging in mind, Ana must turn for aid in one of the last remnants of her mother's court, Admiral Nugen. The only human at court who may have more than a sense of duty to stay by Ana's side. Meanwhile, back in Dawny, Prince Nicoli struggles to find a way back into Ana's life after five years of silence on her end. Ever determined to reunite with his half-sister, he comes up with an ingenious plan that just has to work, despite Mykhol's and Queen Belinda's best wishes. But Queen Belinda has her own tricks up her sleeve and a resentment that only grows not against Ana but King Alexander, himself, who must choose between his children. Will Ana be able to manage these new challenges? And what about the strange rumors running around about Mykhol and her? Why is there talk of marriage? Secret engagements, a hidden love child, and a broken trust still loom over, doesn't Ana have enough to deal with?

This is about a dandy girl who cares about money and beauty. She met her soulmate at age 15. She was upset she met him early. "I thought I would meet him at age 20." "My lady, you can meet him at age 15 and above." “15 is too early. I hope he won't propose to my hands in marriage. Anyway, I will tell him to wait till 20. I want to live my life first." .... "You are the Emperor." Lin Xue remembered how she badmouthed the Emperor *Remembering* "I heard the Emperor is handsome. I will call him Handsome without Brain. He is too young to be an Emperor. Instead, he should enjoy his youthful life. What a fool!! Getting married and giving birth at the age of 15 is too early. If I'm The Emperor or Empress, I will cancel the foolish law."Linxue snorted. ..... “I badmouthed the Emperor in front of the Emperor. I'm dead.” "Miss Lin, Do you remember your words? Let me repeat it. Handsome without a brain. I should enjoy my youthful life but I'm ruling a country. Miss Lin, I hope you will rule the country with me. Anyway, you are the destined Empress. I can't wait until you are 20, so we are getting married now. It will be a pity if I don't have someone like me who won't enjoy a youthful life. I need someone to accompany me on this journey. And it is YOU. “Beauty without brains. A fool will always need a fool." The Emperor chuckled. "And it not too early to have kids. Ohh, you will have to cancel the law." *You....." Lin Xue pointed at the Emperor angrily. "I won't marry you. Mmph." She snorted angrily. "Don't you dare??" The Emperor smirked evilly. "Do you want to die early? I don't mind being a widow. Ohh, you are also sick. Sickly Emperor." Lin Xue said mockingly. *Chuckled "It will be nice if I die in your hands." The Emperor replied. "Shameless, hmmph." Lin Xue snorted. .... "Miss, why don't you marry him? You won't need to think of making more money." "Really!".... "Okay, I will marry you." ...... War Plague Revenge Robbery Assassin Treason etc. Enjoy *THE DANDY EMPRESS AND THE SICKLY EMPEROR (I DON'T WANT TO BE AN EMPRESS.)*

After meeting an unfortunate death on earth, Sigrid unwillingly transmigrated into a novel world becoming Lady Sigrid Thorin the unwanted wife of the crown prince. She resigned herself to her fate and set a goal to become the empress. But to become the future empress, she had to gain the heart of her husband_the foul tempered Prince Roland Maximus a man that loathed her and would sooner kill her than kiss her. While his heart was too thin for her to squeeze into, it was rather wide for the woman he brought home on returning from a three month expedition, a woman he had sworn to protect forever. The same woman Sigrid was on a mission to destroy, an irreconcilable enemy. With misunderstandings, scheming and jealousy, thus begun Sigrid's trials to win the heart of the man that had undeniably captivated her with his dazzling smile and her mission step over the fake female lead, be crowned empress and change her fate. Excerpt. "A knife to the throat of your husband that has just returned from war, what do you hope to accomplish crown princess?" Sigrid's eyes trailed down, to the silver blade pressed against her abdomen, she raised her head and laughed snidely. "A knife to the belly of your wife as soon as you return from war, other men start by saying, honey i am home. They also don't bring home unwanted canaries as presents for their wives." Roland leaned down with a part smug and part angry smoldering look in his eyes. It was if he wished to set her on fire, and not in the passionate way. "Honey i am home." he slowly said, dragging the words out. Sigrid trailed the knife slowly over his neck, almost as if she was caressing it with her fingers. "Welcome back, i hope you don't mind but i intend to kill that canary. If you want to bring me a gift next time, try gold and diamonds. I can also accept you, just wrap a ribbon around your bare chest."

"Please, sister, get married with the Emperor of Dormia." My younger sister begged me to get married with the tyrant of Dormia. Octavious Dormia. A tyrant known as merciless in other continents but also worshipped by his people crazily. I, the daughter of the marquis of Pythasus, Tiana Pythasus, am forced to get married with that tyrant on behalf of my younger sister and to succeed the plan that my father and the emperor are plotting. Defeating Octavious Dormia and taking control of Dormia. I thought my kindness had led me to my destruction, but... "Did you get in any trouble on coming here? My wife..." He is the most gentle man I have ever seen! Everything I heard in Symestiaph..........is wrong?

Love, Betrayal, Blood, but not Hatred. Only cold revenge, and a son to complete the family. "D" Section, a nonexistent military unit. "D" for dark, "D" for depth, "D"... for death. It demanded no attachment, and Daemon sacrificed love for it. Years later, the death of his teammates made him feel that he had done enough for the country, so he came back to the city he grew in. But can what has been forsaken be gained back? Because now Evelyn, the one to have breathed vitality in his numb, orphaned heart, had her own life, and a little boy calling her mother. Also, while he left his life full of dead bodies behind, did that life really let him go? From the ashes, will it love or... ? _ _ _ Two lovers who still love each other even with scars left behind by past events. They narrowly miss a chance to meet again and rekindle the lost spark, with him left with an empty heart, and her with her pain renewed, only buried because of the sun of her life, her son, their son… that he knew nothing about. They each continue with their own life in their own way. Their paths even almost become parallel to each other, almost taking the opposite direction with new commitments. But fate be damned, even if it now seems to push them toward each other. From the ashes, their love shall blaze anew. Or maybe not. Find the answer yourself. ___ First draft of characters image on my discord, a channel for fans to get together: https://discord.com/invite/C86EJvCJdd Comment and review, don't forget.

Fame. Money. Love. All of this, Joe had for eighteen years, of his life. Until a tragic accident happened before the peak of his football career. Which destroyed it in only a few seconds. When everyone loved him, they left him alone, broken in a hospital bed. Before he could come back, he lost the last members of his family. Then his former club comes with allegations, of a broken contract from his fault, and he lost all the earned money. He was left, with nothing. For eight years, he lived from day to day studying, working, having rehabilitation for his injured knee. As they say, what one time is taken, is given back. As he accidentally becomes secretary of Megan Clark by everyone called Empress. His life changed drastically after it. He found love in his boss, who first say these words to him. ‘Secretary of the Empress’ is a story about love, which slowly grows in the main characters. Because of many things which they will meet in their journey of revenge and protecting each other. -------------------- While now great view on sky and city below show up, boss turned to me, and when she looked at my eyes, she said: “Joe, I have something to tell you.” “Yes, boss,” I said while looking at her eyes, and when she walked closer to me, we looked at each other eyes. She said, “I like you.” While hearing her words, I had no answer for this, and while I looked at her, I asked, “excuse me?” “I love you, I want you to be my boyfriend,” she said, and while I looked at her, I couldn’t believe that this has happened, and while my mind still processed her words, she looked at me, and then she said, “so what is your answer?” ------------------------- Daily upload at 8:30 and 18:00(server time) The cover is not mine.

"If the world stands in my way, if people threaten me or those who are dear to me, then I shall become the true darkness, the fear in their hearts that haunts them forever!" Lee Gaon was a professional gamer until one day she was framed as a cheater by a big gaming company and betrayed by those she held dear. Now she is known as Death Eater, a powerful dark entity in the game system world, slicing her enemies in half if they dare mess with her. Her path is now filled with blood and adventure as she desperately tries to find all who were dragged with her into this world—those who destroyed her life. She has only one goal now... "Revenge!" Content Warning: This work contains scenes of gore, violence, and strong language. Reader discretion is advised.

To the world Lucas was the perfect CEO. He led the family company to become the biggest in the country. He also had the most beautiful woman for a lover and with gorgeous looks that would make anyone fall for him, he had it all. However, it all came crashing down one day when he got that letter. A letter that made him question his very existence. A letter that unhinged him.

*Kieran Alaric was a survivor in a world of ash and blood—a man who clawed his way to the top through betrayal and sacrifice. But when his death marks the end of Earth’s final battle, he wakes up in the past, trapped in the frail body of a dying man. Armed with memories of an apocalypse yet to come, Kieran must outsmart an indifferent world, build alliances, and prepare for Judgment Day. But as he digs deeper into the cause of humanity’s downfall, he uncovers a terrifying truth: he wasn’t the only one sent back in time. In a world teetering on the edge of annihilation, where blood powers the strongest and betrayal runs deep, Kieran must fight not just to survive—but to rewrite destiny itself.

In a time when women were seen as nothing more than objects, discarded without a second thought, Iyare was born alongside her twin brother into the prestigious family of General Edosa. From an early age, Iyare demonstrated extraordinary strength and intelligence, grasping concepts and mastering skills the first time they were taught. In contrast, her twin brother was average in every way. Recognizing Iyare’s unique abilities, her grandfather chose to use her as a body double for her brother. Through her unparalleled skill, she won countless battles for the kingdom, bringing honor to her family, widespread acclaim across the land, and recognition before the royal court. Iyare believed that her achievements would earn her the freedom to shatter the societal shackles imposed on women. However, she soon learned that freedom is never freely given. Determined to claim the glory and independence she deserved, Iyare resolved to overturn the world and seize her rightful place in it.

After dying unexpectedly, Ella is reincarnated into a fantasy world as Karina Goldbrace, the Empress of the struggling kingdom of Avugon. Given a mysterious system to guide her, she must navigate court politics, rebuild her empire, and uncover her true purpose. The system, however, is glitchy and often fails at critical moments. Complicating matters is Damian Frostfeather, the arrogant yet magnetic Emperor of the neighboring kingdom of Mitira. Their constant clashes, filled with sharp banter and undeniable chemistry, teeter between rivalry and romance. As tensions rise, Ella must decide if trusting Damian could lead to salvation—or betrayal—in her quest to secure peace and her kingdom’s future.

This isn't your ordinary tale of heroes and happy endings. Instead, it’s the story of Roe—a boy whose life is defined by pain and a relentless hunger for power which shows over time . As he navigates a world that has shown him no mercy, his choices and sacrifices lead him down a darker path. With every step, Roe drifts further from the light, transforming into something far more sinister than the hero he once aspired to be. Witness his descent into darkness, where survival means embracing the villain within.

In a world where immortals reign supreme, Rye Yu, a powerful figure from the mortal realm, meets her end while saving a friend. Reborn into the immortal realm as Rye Kai, she finds herself in the body of a character from a novel she once read. As she navigates this new life, she first encounters the villain, raising him and influencing his path. However, as events unfold, an unexpected twist occurs—every male character, including the villain, becomes part of her harem. With her reincarnation shrouded in secrecy and her past life’s shadows looming, Rye Kai must grapple with the expectations of her new world. Destiny proves to be far more complex than anticipated, with mysterious forces, shifting alliances, and divine agendas all at play. Caught between the past and the future, Rye Kai must balance her desire to protect those she loves with her ambition to rise to power.

This series revolves around a minamoto born tsmugi,who ascends power despite the era's class system and later marries emperor Daisuke Naruhito (emperor Kenji of Japan)to become an empress of the Yamato dynasty, Instead of her first love shigeto arkihito.The series depicts her love and political ambitions as she is torn between the two nations.

When 19-year-old leukaemia patient Rose discovers an urn in her father's basement, she's flipped out from believing the ordinary. Her life would have been perfect if she had left in ignorance of the unknown. Out of her curiosity, she had woken him. Emmett, of history, an ancient werewolf who was said to be the last of the three originals. He possessed a strong black magic that threatened the existence of the werewolves, was drugged by his lover, and was burnt alive by the Alpha of their time. His remains were stored in an urn Civilization had come. The history of Emmett had faded. No one believed in werewolves anymore. But Emmett’s ashes remained locked up in an urn. His urn is passed on from the hands of his lover to her last generation as a special art piece. Rose has six months to live, but she's a fighter; she learns more about Emmett while fighting for her life. She felt like she had a purpose she could fulfil in a short-term life. They both set out on a mission that will reveal the hidden things Rose didn't know of. What could be Rose's fate to live past her limited lifetime? What would happen when Emmett finds out who Kayla, his former lover's last blood is?

Bakar Naharrio is an orphaned Nomad living among the great Orguzh steppe. A harsh and cruel world awaits him but unimaginable power awaits those who can but reach out and grasp it.

Marcel Aelric had everything he ever wanted: a loving family, and a brilliant career as a chemical engineer. But the night an unnatural inferno consumed his home, his perfect world was reduced to ash. His wife and children were taken from him, leaving only questions and a burning rage in their place. As Marcel searches for answers, he uncovers a harrowing truth: the fire was no accident. It was the first strike of a larger calamity—a rift in reality that has unleashed monstrous entities upon the world. If you’d like to support me further and be part of this journey, please consider joining my fan club on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/Augustus_Ceasar. Your support means the world and helps bring this story to life!

Introduction 1: The villagers, when mentioning Zhuang Qingning who had no parents, then fell ill and chose to live on her own rather than being fostered by her uncle's family, they sighed and shook their heads, thinking she was paving her own way to death. But who would have thought, she started a workshop, bought a shop, built a house, lived comfortably raising dogs and cats, and everyone who got close to her flourished financially? The villagers: Is it too late to get in good graces with the God of Wealth now? Awaiting your response, it's quite urgent...... ---- Introduction 2: Everyone in the capital city sighed over the good fortune of the Prince Qi, who was unparalleled in his beauty, for he followed the wishes of the late queen and married an ordinary rural girl, thereby giving up an ideal marriage. But who would have thought, the prince was so considerate of his wife, spent fortune to bring a smile to her face, defied orders just to protect her, totally behaving like a man deeply in love...... All the people: Excuse me, is it too late to start shipping this couple now? ---- This story is about a rural woman growing step by step, expressing warmth, lightness, encountering thorny paths and joyful achievements alike, where lovers eventually marry, and there is retribution for good and evil.

In 2024, the protagonist, an expert in global policy, visits the ruins of Nalanda University and discovers an ancient artifact, the Chakra of Eternity. A cryptic figure, the Time Sage, warns him of a critical moment in the past that must be corrected to ensure the future. The artifact activates, sending the protagonist to 1914, at the dawn of World War I, where he wakes up in the body of a young, idealistic revolutionary in India.

重生之将门毒后 撰写者千山茶客 Summary from Baike… 将门嫡女，贞静柔婉，痴恋定王，自奔为眷。 六年辅佐，终成母仪天下。 陪他打江山，兴国土，涉险成为他国人质，五年归来，后宫已无容身之所。 他怀中的美人笑容明艳：“姐姐，江山定了，你也该退了。” 女儿惨死，太子被废。沈家满门忠烈，无一幸免。一朝倾覆，子丧族亡！ 沈妙怎么也没想到，患难夫妻，相互扶持，不过是一场逢场作戏的笑话！ 他道：“看在你跟了朕二十年，赐你全尸，谢恩吧。” 三尺白绫下，沈妙立下毒誓：是日何时丧，予与汝皆亡！ 重生回十四岁那年，悲剧未生，亲人还在，她还是那个温柔雅静的将门嫡女。 极品亲戚包藏祸心，堂姐堂妹恶毒无情，新进姨娘虎视眈眈，还有渣男意欲故技重来？ 家族要护，大仇要报，江山帝位，也要分一杯羹。这辈子，且看谁斗得过谁！ 但是那谢家小侯爷，提枪打马过的桀骜少年，偏立在她墙头傲然：“颠个皇权罢了，记住，天下归你，你——归我！” Translated summary… The Di-daughter of military lineage, pure, amiable, quiet and yielding, foolishly in love with Prince Ding, throwing oneself to the role of a wife. After assisting (a ruler) for six years, she finally became the mother to the world. Accompanying him to fight for the country, to flourish the country’s territory, taking the risk to be a hostage in another country, after returning five years later, there was no place to fit in the Inner Palace. The beauty in his arms smiles brightly, “Older sister, the country is stabilized, and you should retire.” The daughter had met with violent death, and the Crown Prince was disposed of. The Shen family who had sacrificed themselves for the country, not one of them were lucky to escape. In one dynasty everything overturned, her clan had perished, and she needed to mourn for her children! Shen Miao never did think that as a married couple who went through trials and tribulations and mutually assisting one another was just a stage joke to him! He said, “Seeing that you have followed Zhen for twenty years, will grant you an intact corpse. Thank this kindness.” Under the three Chi (1 Chi = 1/3 meter) of white silk, Shen Miao made a malicious vow: In the time to come, she will take part in each and everyone’s end! Upon rebirth, she returns to the time when she was fourteen, where the tragedy had yet to occur; her family were still alive, she was still the pure, amiable, quiet and yielding Di-daughter of military lineage. Relatives hiding a black heart, Elder and younger (female) cousins are ruthless and malicious, the new Yiniang is like a tiger watching its prey and the disreputable man that wants to repeat events? The family must be protected, the huge enmity must be avenged, the Imperial seat of the country must also be part of the trophy. In this lifetime, let’s see who can beat the others! But that little marquis from the Xie family, the arrogant and obstinate spear carrying youth, stood biasedly at her side and proudly said, “Just the fall of the Imperial power. Remember this, the world belongs to you. You– Belong to me!” DISCLAIMER! I am using Zaza’s (https://chubbycheeksthoughts.com/) translated work to edit as best as I can to fit the original author’s work intended for the book. So there will be times where everything looks the same from the original translated work. I also try as best as I can to maintain the original terms used by author when addressing people in their dialogues. So there will be lots of Hanyu Pinyin in the chapters.

Navier was the perfect empress, however, the Emperor wanted a wife, not a colleague. And so, the Emperor abandoned Empress Navier and placed a slave girl beside him. That was fine, until Navier heard the Emperor promise the slave girl the Empress’ position. After much agonizing, Navier decided she would remarry the emperor of the neighboring country.

"Any who don the title of 'king' or anything of the sort in my presence is nothing more than an ignorant fool. This is my land and I shall be reclaiming it soon. I am Cacophony, the Vampire Empress!" As those words left her lips, every cell in my body reacted. It was unreal—no, it was otherworldly. Her beauty, her power, and her overwhelming arrogance. It might've been then that I realized that my normal life had ended. How did it come to this? Ah, it was curiosity. Yes, a deathly curiosity brought me to that graveyard that day. It was there that I stumbled upon her coffin. I had absolutely no clue what I was doing then, and even now I have no idea what possessed me to touch it—that single moment changed the course of history for the entire world. I found myself delving into a completely unknown world. Should I regret it? Maybe. But the truth is, I don't. Exploring the world’s hidden secrets, forging unexpected bonds, and living alongside the revived empress—it’s exciting. "Even if it's wrong, I think I'm going to enjoy every moment of it."

in a world where there are powerful people with unique Technics called drill with transformations called locks and a boy named hakishi has to fight for life.hakishi's life is turned into a nightmare his family is slaughtered then his master who trained him died then he tried to bring him back to life but it went wrong now he is in a perfect team called FRB:full reck of blood. to tried and help him to defeat all d villans and his old master