The Grinch Stole Christmas

Christmas Present 2024! =) Updates @13:00 (+ 8 GMT) The Herbal Dungeon is a non-threatening dungeon, anyone could tell you that. Its dungeon core is a Naga named Adam, its protector, a necromancer named Constantine. But then, Adam begins to develop feelings for Constantine. And there is a problem, he is too young for the necromancer. So, Constantine lowers the barrier he had set around the dungeon and other people come in. All changing Adam's life in their own way. This is a BL harem. The novella is complete, and will remain free. Let it not be said that I did not gift you all something for Christmas. XD (Because it wouldn't be a present if you have to pay for it, now, would it?)

When she was giving birth, she learnt that her husband actually loved her sister. For her sister, he wouldn't hesitate to cast her into hell. Everyone looked down on her. Yet they didn't know, she had already caught the eye and captured the heart of another man, a man of overwhelming power...

Finally given an opportunity to pick where the family would spend Christmas, Cherry picks an Island that was owned by a person whose identity was hidden from the public. The family agree to this as it was also a good vacation place for business owners. Upon getting there, her father introduces her to some business owners, just so he could do business with them. Most of them ended asking for intimacy with his daughter, which he agreed to but she disagrees with. The father's business is at risk because of his unfulfilled promises to some business giants, Cherry's mother does all she can to protect Cherry, even if it means putting her in the hands of strangers. Cherry's younger brother 'Tom' also tries all means to save her from a particular business man, feared both in the business world and under world. In all of these, will she find someone who will protect her or will she end up in these men's bed.

Shin Asakura is an ordinary high school student, known for his quiet demeanor and unremarkable appearance. By day, he’s just another face in the crowd, blending into the shadows of his prestigious academy. But by night, he’s something else entirely—an enigmatic figure who revels in crafting the most elaborate, dangerous personas for his personal amusement. His current alter ego? Abyss Reaper, a shadowy mastermind who plays the role of a villain in his own twisted game. However, Shin’s life takes an unexpected turn when, after an intense gaming session, he finds himself suddenly transported to a world that mirrors the very fantasy game he’s been playing. Now trapped in this new reality, Shin, armed with nothing but his wits and the persona of Abyss Reaper, must navigate a land of magic, danger, and intrigue, all while pretending that his delusions of grandeur are nothing more than reality. With his striking appearance—silver hair on one side and black on the other, pale skin, and eerie, mismatched eyes—Shin is forced to confront the harsh truth: he is no longer just playing a game. The world he’s in is real, and the consequences of his actions are far more dire than he ever imagined. Now, as The Reaper, he’ll need to weave his delusions into a legend, manipulating allies and enemies alike. Will his newfound powers be enough to survive, or will his ambition be his downfall? Only time will tell if the role he’s playing will be his salvation—or his undoing.

You never know the value of something until you lose it? For Brooke that couldn't have been more farther from the truth! After being cheated by her husband and younger sister, Brooke's miserable life of abuse takes a complete turn for the better when she finally signs the divorce papers! But things are only just getting better! What's this? She's been made joint heir to a multi-billion dollar company?! She's bought her stepfather's puny agency?! She's now the richest woman in the country?! And as an added bonus, her contract marriage husband is handsome and dotes on her every second of the day! Hold your horses, buckle your seats and witness one of the greatest, husband spoiling wife stories you'll ever see! With satisfying face slaps lurking at every corner!

A family, still reeling from the loss of their grandmother, returns to their ancestral home for Christmas, only to discover that the house holds a dark and sinister secret. As they try to unravel the mystery, they're stalked by a malevolent entity that's been awakened by their presence. But just when all hope seems lost, Santa Claus arrives to save the day, banishing the entity and bringing peace back to the family.

Adaugo travels to America from Nigeria in search of her long-lost father, but her journey takes an unexpected turn when she and her friends stumble upon the mysterious Valentin Castle. Unbeknownst to them, their presence breaks the magic seal that has kept the castle's inhabitants - a family of vampires - imprisoned for centuries. Valentin, the cold and enigmatic vampire lord, is awakened from his eternal slumber, along with his family. As he navigates this strange new world, he is drawn to Adaugo, who is the key to breaking the curse that has haunted his family for centuries. Despite the danger that Adaugo poses to his secret identity, Valentin finds himself inexplicably drawn to her. As they spend more time together, he must confront his own dark past and the secrets that have haunted his family for so long. Will Adaugo be able to unlock the secrets of Valentin's past and help him break the curse, or will their love be doomed from the start?

Step to the right – death. Step to the left – death. No matter how much you try, no matter how many times you rise – only one end awaits you. Do you think you deserve something else? Yes? Then fight. Stand up. Again and again, until the end of time. Climb to the top over the bodies of those who disagree. Prove that you deserve to control your life.

A few years ago, the human race witnessed an apocalypse. One person's mistake that affected the whole world and threw it into chaos. 'There is now a tree in the moon, how it got there, i don't know.

After losing everything. Power, life, family and the most precious thing his Virginity. Alsen was kicked out of his family with nothing. With no parents, no home and no roof over his head, Alsen sought to be buried six feet under and wished he could stop living but death seemed to perceive his yearning and flee away from him. He was betrayed by his people. His Alpha boyfriend and his dear Omega white lotus brother. He had no choice but to flee the city wounded and battered with the petty cash he had at hand. Fate played him in an even more horrible way. He found out he was pregnant with a bastard child and his world came crumbling. He couldn't take good care of himself let alone him having another mouth to feed. Where does he turn to when he doesn't even know who got him pregnant? How was he going to survive in a new environment with nothing to his name? A pregnant male omega. Note: This book contains a lot of smut. Smut will be the main theme in this novel with all our characters, main and supporting characters. I'm considering getting serious with smut in a round of 30 chapters. In case of any gift, I will give one bonus chapter..... 500+ plus coins 2 bonus chapters

the sequel to the first one.

Since her parents started disturbing her for marriage Christmas hasn't been the best period for Linda Because that's when she travels home and they reminds her of her single status But this Christmas will be different, because she is bringing home a man to stand as her husband. PRETEND HUSBAND...

Sam and Emma, siblings bound by a shared past of hardship, have always relied on each other to survive. With poverty and neglect as their constant companions, Sam takes on the role of protector, venturing into the shadowy underworld to provide Emma with a better life. But his desperation leads him to a secretive society that offers wealth and power—at a heavy cost. As Sam ascends the society’s ranks, the tasks he faces grow darker, forcing him to compromise his values. Meanwhile, Emma begins to build her own life, uncovering the truth about Sam's dangerous choices. Gratitude turns to fear as she sees the price he’s paying to keep her safe. When a high-stakes mission puts Emma directly in harm's way, Sam is torn between the family he swore to protect and the society that demands his loyalty. With time running out, he must make an impossible decision: sacrifice his humanity to secure Emma’s future, or risk everything to break free from the chains of the brotherhood. In a world where love and loyalty clash with power and corruption, Shadows of Sacrifice explores the lengths we go to protect the ones we love—and the cost of losing ourselves along the way.

Hugh Rolien, the third Grand Sorcerer of Malediction, escaped his dark life from the Order of Somacht, taking his wife faraway and for a time enjoying the pleasures of life. However, in the race of life, his past caught up to him. An Arch Nightbringer contracted by the Order was sent to kill him and his wife who was pregnant with triplets. In a desperate attempt, he makes a deal with the Nightbringer to leave its seed in his children as long it doesn't kill or corrupt them, in exchange for his wife's and his life. A contract is signed, with the malignant entity vowing to reap the children at the end. The children are born, and Hugh splits them, giving them to his trusted friends to raise, away from the Order. They grow, each with his own agenda and power.... but the Order still pursues....

Dalam dunia yang penuh dengan kekayaan alam yang melimpah, manusia hidup dan berkembang biak, memperluas pengetahuan, menciptakan teknologi, untuk terus bertahan hidup. Tetapi mereka tidak sendirian, terdapat beberapa makhluk buas yang menguasai berbagai habitat yang di sebut dengan Monster. Tidak ada yang mengetahui dari mana mereka berasal, mereka bahkan sudah ada sejak lama, mereka hidup, berkembang biak, dan berevolusi. Karena takut akan adanya serangangan dari monster, terbentuk lah beberapa kelompok pemburu berbakat dari berbagai wilayah yang dikenal sebagai Guardians of the Hunt untuk menjaga keseimbangan alam dan melindungi umat manusia dari ancaman Monster yang meluas. Di sebuah desa bernama Astoria, seorang pemburu muda dan bersemangat bernama Aria mendapatkan kesempatan untuk bergabung ke Guardians of the Hunt setelah menjalani ujian yang melelahkan. Bersama dengan rekan-rekannya, mereka berpetualang melintasi berbagai daerah, menghadapi Monster yang menakutkan, menguak misteri Monster kuno, dan memperkuat ikatan sebagai Hunter.

the story takes a dark turn at every chapter read to find out more if you dare

They called me The Whisperer. A joke. A mockery. The boy with the weakest magic just because I was a farmer. I was powerless when they came. I watched as my father and my mother was slaughtered. My village was reduced to ash, and the man in the black robe vanished, leaving nothing but blood and unanswered questions. All I had left was my infant sister and the faint spark of magic they all ridiculed. But even a whisper can grow into a storm. Now, I walk the path alone. My weak magic will become their weakness. I will make them hear the screams they left behind, feel the pain they inflicted, and drown in the vengeance they thought they escaped. They thought I was nothing. They were wrong. I will rise, and the last thing they’ll ever hear… is a whisper.

In a medieval world gripped by war, Anya, a young elf from a small clan, discovers she carries one of the Seven Gems of Lumina. This gem, with the glow of a cat's eye, grants her mastery over the elements, making her a powerful sorceress. But Anya is not the only bearer. Each gem, scattered across the kingdom, grants a unique power: that of burning flame, that of freezing ice, that of hurricane wind, that of fertile earth, that of blinding light, and that of dark shadows. The search for the gems has sparked a war between the great clans. The Raven Clan, led by the ambitious Lord Kael, seeks to dominate the kingdom and forge a dark empire. Kael, in love with Anya, sees her as a tool to achieve his goals, but she resists his advances. As Anya delves deeper into this world of magic and betrayal, she discovers that each gem has a story and a legacy. The Burning Flame Gem, for example, was forged in the heart of a volcano and grants unimaginable destructive power. The Frigid Ice Gem, born in the depths of the sea, can freeze rivers and create impenetrable shields. As the clans clash in epic battles, Anya and her allies suffer devastating losses. Friends and family fall in combat, and the young elf is forced to make difficult decisions that will shape her fate. The conflict over the gems escalates, and the kingdom is divided into warring factions. In the midst of this war, Anya discovers an ancient oracle that reveals a terrible secret: if all seven gems are gathered in one place, they could unleash a catastrophe that would destroy the world. Anya must find a way to stop Kael and the other gem bearers before it is too late. But the path to peace will not be easy, for the fate of the kingdom and her own are intertwined with the power of the gems.

Della has two secrets. The wedding ring on her finger doesn't belong to her and the death of Emily must be kept a secret. ******** Emily Adley, the only heiress and fiancée of Hunter Hardecker, has resurfaced. But something's off-she acts like a stranger, a shadow of the woman Hunter once knew. Della Jones has one shot at survival: a transplant she desperately needs. To get it, she must step into Emily's world, becoming the beloved heiress everyone thinks they know. But can she keep up the act with Hunter's piercing gaze tracking her every move?

Edward and Samantha want to turn their deep love into marriage without being aware of some hidden truth which lies in the past. They arrange dinner on Christmas Eve to meet each other's families and declare about their marriage, the situation becomes darker when Edward and Samantha Know the secret which causes them to part from their devoted love.

The Star of Evergreen: A Christmas Tale of Love, Kindness, and Compassion By Leonard Johnson Evergreen Hollow used to be a town filled with laughter, light, and the unbreakable bonds of community—until the joy of Christmas faded into memory. Now, with the holiday season approaching, schoolteacher Clara Fields finds herself standing at a crossroads. Torn between the weight of her grief and a desperate hope to restore the town’s spirit, she dares to dream of a Christmas miracle. But when a mysterious ledger hidden in an abandoned mansion reveals long-forgotten secrets, Clara’s mission takes an unexpected turn. As she enlists the help of Elliot, a reclusive craftsman with shadows of his own, small acts of kindness begin to ripple through the town. Yet, not everyone welcomes change. Beneath the town’s snowy facade lies resentment and doubt that threaten to unravel Clara’s fragile plans. As a fierce winter storm looms and tensions reach their breaking point, Clara and Elliot must confront their deepest fears and uncover a truth that could either bind the town together—or tear it apart forever. Will the star of Evergreen shine bright once more, or will the town’s light be extinguished for good? This spellbinding holiday tale is a journey of love, forgiveness, and the extraordinary power of hope. Perfect for fans of heartfelt, suspenseful Christmas stories that linger long after the last page.

Emilia Gray, a psychic medium, returns to her hometown of Ravenswood to investigate a series of bizarre occurrences. As she delves deeper into the mystery, she discovers that the events are connected to an ancient curse that has haunted the town for centuries

CAN TWO WRONGS MAKE a RIGHT? Follow the journey of a girl name Angelina Jules,who turn from Angelina to lamashtu[a female demon]after she witness her parent death who were brutally killed by the enemy. Through her journey she met Oliver star the most richest and handsome man in the country who also has a secret identity called [abaddon a devil]. Oliver said possessively .."SHE'S MINE,she's too innocent for this world I want to protect her "...But is she innocent?

After discovering her fiancé’s infidelity, Hailey Kim (Ha-eun) leaves behind her American life to spend Christmas in Seoul, hoping to heal and reconnect with her roots. As she settles in for a quiet holiday season, she’s startled to run into Joon Seo, her former high school bully. To her surprise, Joon has changed in ways she never expected—his once-mischievous charm now layered with a warmth that feels oddly comforting. In the spirit of the season, they cross path, and Hailey finds herself drawn to him, feeling the joy of Christmas with each moment they share. But as memories from their past resurface, she wonders if she can forgive old wounds or if their new connection is just a temporary spark.

A group of wolves, a gathering of witches, a trio of bears. An engaging narrative... Alpha Yona is struggling with his emotions towards Chhaya. He is hesitant to pursue a romantic connection with someone who is not his destined wolf partner. Despite his reservations, does he harbor romantic feelings for her? Cedric, Colton, and Connor are formidable bears with a significant issue involving the wolf pack. Both groups are attempting to eliminate the demons and are feeling irritated by the competition. Cedric is infatuated with Saturn, the leader of the coven, who is fixated on Alpha Yona. Can Saturn maintain focus to lead the witches effectively? Will Alpha Yona be able to navigate this complicated love triangle while maintaining order?

based on “Tsubasa: Reservoir Chronicle” concept of a person traveling between dimensions . a story of revenge and a journey between worlds on a mission given to him by the one he see to kill . mc: nopera

*Title:* A Nonsense Christmas *Genre:* Tragic Drama *Synopsis:* "A Nonsense Christmas" is a heart-wrenching tragic drama that explores the darker side of family dynamics during the holiday season. The story revolves around the dysfunctional Smith family, who are forced to come together for Christmas after a long period of estrangement. As they reunite, old wounds and secrets begin to surface, leading to a downward spiral of events. As the family's tensions escalate, they are faced with a series of devastating events, including a tragic accident, shocking revelations, and crippling consequences. The family's flaws and weaknesses are exposed, and the true meaning of Christmas is lost amidst the chaos. Through the lens of the Smith family's tragic story, "A Nonsense Christmas" explores themes of family dynamics, addiction, mental health, trauma, and the devastating consequences of human flaws. *Mood and Tone:* - Dark and gritty, reflecting the harsh realities of the characters' lives - Emotionally intense, exploring the complexities of human emotions and the devastating consequences of tragedy *Target Audience:* - Fans of tragic dramas and literary fiction - Readers who appreciate complex, thought-provoking stories that explore the human condition