Grounded Sizzle

For Aarav, life is a blur of monotony—endless days at his desk, chasing a theory that may be nothing more than a wild guess. But everything changes when an infection, one that’s been silently spreading, erupts into chaos. The newsroom becomes ground zero as the outbreak tears through the city, forcing Aarav and his colleague to flee for their lives. Trapped in a building now overrun with the infected, left with no escape and no certainty. The clock is ticking, and the horrors outside threaten to consume him at every turn. Will he survive long enough to find a way out, or will the relentless spread of the infection be the end of him?

An ordinary cultivator - that was the best way to describe Zhao Yunxiao. Be it in terms of strength or talent, he had always been in the middle of the pack, neither excelling nor falling behind. However, he did not really think badly of his current situation. Some people were destined to become the stars in the skies, while some people were born to be like the rocks on the ground. The stars might be dazzling, but the rocks supported the earth itself. Both of them were necessary in order to maintain the balance of this world. As someone ordinary, Zhao Yunxiao did his best to live his ordinary life to the fullest. He was careful and meticulous, doing his best to make sure he understands everything fully instead of jumping into doing things. He knew his limits and did not dream of anything out of reach. Instead, all he wished for was to live a life of freedom. But one day, he realised that something seemed to be amiss. Perhaps he was mistaken all along. Perhaps even the rocks on the ground had their chance to shine under the right circumstances, even if only for the slightest of moments. This is the tale of an ordinary cultivator... until he was no longer ordinary. *** This story will be written for leisure and thus not be locked, but if you are feeling generous and wish to show your appreciation in monetary terms... https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/SweatingCloud

A gigantic mouth appeared in the sky and swallowed the entire Earth, scattering the shattered fragments everywhere. "Welcome to the Myriad Heavenly Hunting Grounds, your talent is the Lord's Cottage." Earthlings received the developmental ability called Lord's Cottage, beginning their struggle for survival in the Myriad Heavenly Hunting Grounds. Fang Jie, holding the initial item 'Faction Conversion Command', gently tapped on the undead faction. Starting with the undead fission talent, he could make his subordinate undead split and increase in value, and the talent could also be upgraded.

This was the great era of vast warships and the Star River, a time when the multi-universe was shattered and countless Cosmic Fragments were scattered across the void, forming the boundless Shattered Starry Sea. Immortal Domain Dao soldiers, mechanical gods, golden giants, wizard Dominators... An endless array of strange civilizations. Starry Sea Oddity, Genetic Potions, exoskeletal armors, Floating Land Origin... Treasures that could be found everywhere. Spectral Shuttle, Spectral Airship, Spectral Warship, Escort Ships, Battleships, Star-Annihilating Starships, hyperdimensional mother ships... The clearly stratified Xinhuo warships. Song Chi held a Zhu Tian Ruins Market in his hand and engaged in interstellar trade with the countless peoples of the Starry Sea. What? Titanium Crystals are worthless in your Star Domain? I'll take them all, damn it, this is a strategic resource! You call this a chunk of iron? This is Mixed Elemental Copper, the ultimate Enhancement resource! Ordinary ship cannon? Isn't this a golden Star-Annihilating Cannon? Quick... I'll buy it! ... Stretching across the stars, starting from the flame of human civilization.

Grounded in the Transcendent, framed by the Sequence, the Wizard ignited the Source Energy and spewed out a mist of Origin Energy. The roaring sound of steam echoed through the entire epoch! In the depths of shadow and the dark tide. Countless greedy, twisted, polluted, and deformed gazes were coveting this roaring new World. The World began to buzz with activity! A certain Wizard, however, was lurking silently in a corner. "I like to develop!" "Then, what is the deal with those Demon King's heads and Evil God's skeletons?" "I told you, I like to develop, and this is the fate of those who hindered my growth!!"

The story centers around a character who, after dying in his previous life, is reincarnated into a new world, only to find himself in a school setting that serves as a training ground for magical abilities and otherworldly skills. However, he doesn't get a typical or glamorous role like the others in the academy. Instead, he lands a "fake" job, which becomes a source of both comedy and unexpected development.

A hundred years ago, Chu Xiu transmigrated from Earth to Cang Qiong Continent, and received the Destined Villain System. After killing countless holy sons and daughters, he was surrounded by the older generation, and self destructed, possessing Tai Su Sacred Ground Yun Xia Mountain’s senior disciple. This time, he decided to lay low and develop strength. Let’s start small, what about becoming a saint admired by thousands? ---- The cover is not mine it is from drakescans who made a manhua of this novel. Check them out on https://drakecomic.com/!

Arthur Sully was an ordinary man, grounded, determined, but stuck in the monotony of life. That was until fate, cruel and unexpected, struck him down in a tragic accident. When Arthur opens his eyes again, he finds himself in a foreign, untamed world, an endless forest teeming with terrifying monsters, alien flora, and dangers lurking at every turn. Struggling to comprehend his situation, Arthur soon discovers something extraordinary: he can adapt. Each time he faces death-through poison, claws, or fangs, his body evolves, becoming stronger, faster, and more resilient. Thrown into a brutal survival game, Arthur’s resolve is pushed to its limits as he learns to fight, adapt, and master his strange ability. Arthur must confront not only the monsters of this alien realm but also the terrifying truth of his existence. He must Adapt, evolve, survive, or die trying. Tags: World-hopping, Sci-fi, No-Harem.

The story is about a boy named Tokiro who is a high school student who found a gem in the ground that contained an evil entity from millions of years ago, who would cause problems in his life but as the story progressed he would meet more bearers with different powers.

Ethan Cole, a billionaire known for his ruthless demeanor, has everything—wealth, power, and prestige. But under relentless pressure from his overbearing family to settle down, Ethan hatches a plan: he hires Mia Carson, a spirited and stubborn waitress from a quaint pastry shop, to play the role of his fiancée. What Ethan doesn’t know is that Mia has a double life. By day, she’s the hardworking, no-nonsense woman he believes he can control. By night, she becomes Veil, a mysterious and captivating performer in an exclusive nightclub, shrouded in secrecy and allure. As their fabricated engagement pulls Mia into Ethan’s world of high society, family intrigue, and cutthroat business dealings, their carefully constructed lies begin to unravel. Sparks fly as their clashing personalities create friction—and an undeniable attraction. But when Ethan discovers Mia's hidden identity, their worlds collide in ways neither of them could have anticipated. Will their secrets destroy them, or will they discover that beneath the masks they wear lies a chance for true love? Full of sizzling tension, jaw-dropping twists, and emotional depth, The Veil Woman is a story of love, deception, and redemption that will leave you breathless.

In the sizzling world of contemporary romance and workplace drama, "Working Hours" delves deep into the tangled web of desire and power at Kikomori Financing. When Aaliyah, reeling from a painful past, finds solace in a surprising connection with her coworker Lee, little does she know that their encounter will unravel a chain of events that tests her heart and career. As the enigmatic Kai, president of the company, unveils his true identity in a ruthless display of power, Aaliyah is thrust into a whirlwind of conflicting emotions. Her attraction to Kai battles against the stark realities of office politics and personal demons, leading her down a path of self-discovery and growth. With seductive undertones and lush descriptions painting a vivid picture of love, ambition, and intrigue weaves a tale of passion and resilience in the face of unexpected challenges. Will Aaliyah find the strength to navigate the complexities of her newfound relationship with Kai while forging her own path to empowerment? Discover a world where boundaries blur and desires ignite in this evocative journey toward love and self-acceptance.

In a world where reality is warped and blood stains the ground, the crash of a mysterious spaceship seventy years ago birthed a generation that knows only terror and despair. Anomalies have twisted the landscape into a living nightmare, where death is ever-present and the air is thick with the stench of decay. The survivors, born into this unforgiving hell, are driven by a desperate need to uncover the dark secrets of their origins. With every step, they delve deeper into a world shrouded in fog, where the line between life and death is razor-thin, and hope is a distant memory

Nasty rumors are swirling around Noah. He got used to having others judge him by this unfair gossip, so he has put an end to him and his personal life. Ethan is hunted by his past, so he’s diligently trying to avoid any kind of close relationship. It seems like they have no common ground and certainly have no reason to be interested in each other. But ‘Devil’s Eye’ clears things up.

Michael thought a hike on the Appalachian Trail might clear his head, not turn his life upside down. Stumbling upon the Infinity Dungeon, he discovers a realm of magic—his ticket to a new life. But as Michael battles his way through the dungeon and gains magic [Skills], he realizes that the whole world is about to change forever. Other delvers with dangerous powers, hungry beasts, the awakening of old monsters. Dangers are everywhere. Friends are now enemies, abusing their power and even the Italian mob wants a slice of the pie. In a world where anyone can wield power, Michael knows he’s going to have to devise a way to get stronger. To deal with this he creates a megacorporation, and its Candle Light division is starting to look awfully similar to a certain foundation that deals with magical anomalies. LitRPG with lots of blue boxes, grounded in a real world that feels ever more dangerous, and a main character who will have to learn how to exploit his powers quickly, before events slip out of his grasp. The world is vast and full of dangers, after all, and magic only makes things worse.

Alice, the once guardian angel, has became fallen for a misunderstanding. She fell until she hit the ground, and now, her adventures begin. Will she get back to heaven, or stay in the overworld. If she is staying, she will need to hide her angelic features. Will she survive the world of chaos and bring peace? [note: this is a GL. This novel may have gore, violence, and other bad stuff.]

“Evil God of the Universe, You are in every space and time. Present in every dimension of reality and govern the darkness of our world. Oh, almighty Atticus! Hear our plea and grant us your presence tonight, awaken my Lord!” The rain had completely stopped and the strong gale had subsided into the fading raindrops. The night had turned eerily silent and only the sizzling and cackling of the fire entered their ears. Suddenly, they all felt like floating from their feet despite setting foot on the watery, hard ground, as if they were traversing into space. The darkness of the night gradually turned darker, enveloping them, morphing into everyone, like a void eating them slowly. Sequentially, their breathing turned oddly slower. Despite exaggeratedly inhaling air to breathe, it was to no avail, as if a higher entity was limiting them from breathing. Nolan felt his throat and tried to open his mouth to gasp more air but failed. Everyone but him was in a state of indignation and panic as they struggled to breathe to fill their lungs with air. Nolan tried to calm his heart. He closed his eyes and stopped inhaling air in pure panic, instead, he put his heartbeat and breathing into a rhythm. It was hard at first, but after a minute, he found his breathing gradually went stable. His whole being was in pure anticipation of what was going to happen next. After a couple more minutes, the storm completely subsided, the night turned to normal. Nolan remained standing, taking in his surroundings with his eyes closed. Everything turned silent. The eerie atmosphere and the crackling of the fire from the hay figure didn’t even enter his ears. Nolan waited for a couple more minutes, his breathing turning normal. He was reluctant to open his eyes, afraid he might ruin their ritual. “It’s alright now, Young Master. You can open your eyes now.” Nolan’s breathing hitched. He jolted on his feet as he fluttered his eyes open. “Atticus? W-why are you here?” The butler, standing in front of him, a raincoat hung on his arms, smiled. “I am everywhere, Young Master, in order to best serve you.” **** Atticus, a demi-god from the underworld, was cast out of his parents from their realm and was thrown into the human world. The reason? He hadn't given them grandchildren yet.

Taking place at AD 500 , a world in which rulers were messiahs to commoners and the first born royal of great nations had the power of the seals . Nero who rose from the common grounds of Eden hauls himself into the world of religious warfare of great nations where little did he know his life was about to…..

Growing up and living a mundane life, Kaleb wakes up from a nightmare, only to find himself late for work, he rushes out decides to take a shortcut through a narrow alley, only for the ground to collapse beneath him. His life us thrown upside down when he wakes up in a strange bizarre landscape. As he navigates his way through it he stumbles upon a village in ruins, he is then dragged into a cart and left wondering what is happening in the world around him.

The Hero? Who's that? wait are you talking about the... Doombringer? Read this dark and gritty action web novel about the main character seeking revenge against the Hero of his kingdom that turned on them and brought the kingdom to the ground

In the peaceful village of Varyndal, Ren and his friends enjoy a carefree childhood, unaware of the looming danger. Their world is torn apart when a mysterious group of invaders, marked by a black dragon crest, descends upon the village, burning it to the ground and slaughtering the Arashiro Clan, the revered protectors of the land. In the chaos, Ren manages to escape into the forest, witnessing the destruction of his home and the capture of his friends.

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Dr. Bai Meili, a scientist grounded in logic and empirical evidence, finds her reality upended when she's thrust into a world governed by ancient magic and brutal power. Here, she encounters Jin Hong Hui, a being whose beauty is as breathtaking as his power is terrifying. He's on a quest to recover a stolen treasure, and his wrath burns like wildfire, consuming anything in its path. Their paths collide when Jin Hong Hui, with a predatory grin, traps Bai Meili in a game of cat and mouse. Her attempts at rational explanations and escape are met with amusement, as he toys with her, relishing the chase before the inevitable capture. Bai Meili, armed only with her scientific mind and a surge of adrenaline, must confront a power beyond her comprehension, a force that mocks the very laws of nature she holds dear. This is a world where might makes right, and she is about to learn that lesson the hard way.

Read advanced chapters on my patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMRahi While the whole world is trying to hunt rare beasts and tame them to cultivate unique powers, I became the administrator of a sacred ground in a game, where all sorts of rare beasts flocked to me greedily for benefits! From the Ghost Dragons to the Suntail Phoenixes, from Hydra Ants to Poison Druids, my sacred ground can farm any beast that wants to cultivate!

A World where there are super powers called element which everyone posses and a boy without them and his parents killed by his idol I'm Haru Honda, and I have no elements. What exactly is an element, you ask? I strangely lack the well aspect, which is a power that everyone is born with. Fire, water, wind, and ground are the elements that each person possesses, yet certain individuals are unique and possess magma and ice. Water and fire are considered powerful elements. Additionally, the ground and wind are weak, making the introduction's conclusion appropriately

Samuel, Donovan and Gary are tasked with an important mission. Live normally as a student in the world's most prestigious school of magic. They must maintain an open persona and kind attitude while they live in the school. But they fail miserably at that. As their reputation sinks to the ground when trying to accomplish their second mission. Their true mission. A terrorist group named 'The Red Hand' had infiltrated the school for an unknown reason, and it's up to them to find out and stop them. Will they successfully thwart 'The Red Hand' or will they die trying? (TW: Deaths, Heavy injuries, Harsh Language, There will be kids dying. I warned you.)

November 17th. The day the world ended. The collapse came without warning, unraveling reality and plunging humanity into chaos. Entire cities vanished, strange and deadly ruins appeared overnight, and fragments of impossible power scattered across the earth. Now, survivors cling to what little remains, but the truth behind the collapse is a mystery no one dares to face. Silas Grayson isn’t anyone special among the thousands left. He’s no hero, no warrior—just a man trying to hold on to hope in a world determined to crush it. Stubborn but grounded, he refuses to believe the end is all there is. When whispers of strange powers hidden within Collapse Sites reach him, Silas ventures into the ruins, driven not by ambition or glory, but by a quiet determination to keep moving forward. Yet, the deeper he delves, the more dangerous the truth becomes. The collapse wasn’t just an end—it was the beginning of something far worse. And as the lines between right and wrong, hope and despair blur, Silas begins to realize that some truths should never be uncovered.

Jake was never one to keep a diary, but today he found reason enough. While riding the subway the ground ahead collapsed killing all but the occupants of the last car, upon reaching the surface Jake discovers a horrifying truth. The surface has been torn apart, but stranger than, that the sun has stopped moving and is staying stock still in the sky, but is that truly the end of it? Join Jake on his journey of discovering the truth behind why the world stopped. Thank you to xkcd's What If? on Youtube for the inspiration.

What happens when the last Omega in a world full of Alphas and Betas makes a jaw-dropping comeback? Meet Sky Elouise Schmidt—an ordinary teen with a not-so-ordinary twist. Sky’s world flips when he finds out he’s the long-lost Omega, the first of his kind in years.—a rarity thought to be extinct for nearly two decades. Talk about a plot twist! With the help of Devien Cahlei Smith, his long lost childhood friend, Dylan Zachary Williams, his new bad buddy and Etham Drei Schmidt, his adoptive brother, Sky is thrust into a dangerous conspiracy where love, power, and survival collide. Together, they’ll dive into a high-stakes adventure filled with secrets, sizzling chemistry, and a society that thought the Omegas were gone for good. Can he unlock the secrets of his past and reshape the future, or will his emergence as the last Omega spell disaster for everyone he holds dear? Discover a tale of romance, intrigue, and a battle for a new era. Buckle up for a ride full of romance, danger, and unexpected turns. The last Omega is here, and it’s going to be epic! Disclaimer: I do not own the rights to the book cover. The image was found on Pinterest and is used solely for non-commercial purposes. Full credit belongs to the original creator. Just a heads-up—this story is still in progress, so you might bump into a few typos, grammar slip-ups, or even a character with the wrong name (oops!). Don’t worry, I’ll fix it all once the story's done. Consider it as part of the adventure for now! Update: I’ll be posting 3-5 chapters every Friday through Sunday.

In a world where everyone seeks salvation and redemption, lives a man who loathes those concepts to his core. Some know him as Xavier Kane, the corporate raider who collects companies like pebbles; some know him as the messenger of death who lords over a reputable and highly structured hitman company; some know him as Dr. Andrea, the best cosmetology surgeon in Italy. To Alessia, he was just the puppy-faced Giovanni she fell in love with at first sight, and Xavier would do anything to keep it that way. Xavier knows damn well he shouldn't ask for more, he didn't deserve it, but her stubborn pout and her innocent innuendo cause friction that soon turns to sizzling heat. How long can Xavier play the cute boy next door when inside him lives the greatest evil, the dirtiest secrets, and the kinkiest acts? Alessia, a girl who had to become a mother to her two siblings at the age of eleven after witnessing her mother's horrible death, just got out of a toxic relationship, jobless and broken. Weeks later, she gets a 'miraculously' job with Xavier Kane, the vile billionaire she came to despise for his dubious acts. When she finds out her gentleman was the same man she hated the most, she is very pissed. WARNING: BOOK CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT.