Durarara Double Kiss

Lin Beifan traveled through the world composed of countless urban web articles and became a villain. He has a wishing system and can make a wish every day. With the ability of the system and his own rude operations, he broke all the protagonists, and the world line was chaotic. So, Tiandao repeated the plot and cursed Lin Beifan. For whatever wish he made, the enemy would get double! Lin Beifan chuckled: “That’s it?” “I make a wish to keep my body temperature at 36.8 degrees!” The first protagonist’s brain burned to 73.6 degrees, died! “I make a wish to sleep 12 hours a day!” The 2nd protagonist becomes a vegetative person, die! “I make a wish that I will be crushed to death by a 120-pound beauty!” The third protagonist was crushed into a piece of paper by a 240-pound fat girl, pawn! Just like that, the plot is messed up again! For Access To Upto 100 Chapters Before Anyone Else, Visit — Patreon.com/itsyourstorypage

The 27-year-old genius beauty doctor Xia Qing dies in surgery! She is reborn! She is reborn in the ward she's most familiar with, in the body of a 200-pound pregnant woman—a woman who had died from pain during a Cesarean section due to her requests to not use anesthesia. She can't help but worry about herself. This body was useless except for being young. How could Xia Qing tolerate this? On the menu are—revenge, losing weight, and snatching the idolized man of a scumbag girl in passing. Although she's overweight, she strives to live well. Being overweight isn't the end of days. They still deserve love. "Have you heard? Boss Pei has a child out of wedlock. He's getting married!" “Who's he marrying? Who?” "That 200-pound fatty from the Lin family of South City!" "Is Second Master crazy?" Lin Xiaqing turns her head to look. "You think I'm fat?" Pei Zhengyang looks at the voluptuous woman. "Not at all, just nice to the touch."

Set in ancient China that twins are bad luck to the family. One to live while another to die. However The Duke of Su had spare one of his daughter's life with his beloved wife's pleading. The other child, ShungYun is placed in the countryside for her to grow up safe without anyone knowing her existence. Many years later at the age of 15, his daughter received a decreed from the emperor to marry one of the prince. As the child he had cared for is too precious and sickly to be married off, the other daughter is bought back to the mansion to be married off as the other twin. This daughter who knows nothing of the noble life begins to learn and cause problems in the royal household of Prince Xian Wen. While Prince Xian Wen is a 18 years old strict military general. He knows nothing except exercising and learning military strategies from his master which is also his elder brother. He have a childhood sweetheart which he marry. However many people is against it. He left for outpost the day after his wedding. Did not return after 5 years. He was amused to hear what his wife have been doing in the capital daily. Upon returning, he discovered that the sweetheart isn't the girl that he had fallen in love with. While his wife console him and offer a friendship that he wish for more. While Shung Yun is struggling to live a life as her sister. Yet she wants to keep her own identity. She yearns for freedom that she knows. As she grows older, she dislike being control and told not what to do. She challenge her husband daily when he return.

It's about a young girl named Amelia Earhart who is caught up with great danger Stock in-between her fears unable to believe the truth but still curious to know what has caused this great torment.

In A Kiss for the Damned, Ashley Monroe is a woman trapped in the shadows of her dark past. After enduring a damaging relationship with her ex-boyfriend, Marcus, Ashley struggles to rediscover her identity and start anew. The darkness that envelops her life leaves her feeling isolated and filled with regret. Everything changes when she meets Xavier Sinclair, a kind-hearted man who enters her life with charm and hope. Xavier sees the potential in Ashley and becomes the driving force that helps her confront her fears and mend her broken relationships with her family. Together, they embark on a journey of forgiveness—both for themselves and for others—while rebuilding the connections that have been lost. However, Marcus continues to haunt Ashley, forcing her to face the demons of her past. As he attempts to disrupt the new life Ashley has started to build, she must choose between running from her fears or confronting painful truths. Throughout this journey, Ashley discovers strength within herself and the power of true love. A Kiss for the Damned is a tale of redemption, courage, and the emotional journey of a woman striving to rise from darkness to light, exploring how love can change everything. Will Ashley be able to let go of her past and embrace the love she deserves? Find out in this heartfelt story.

Born from the bloodline of the Demon King of Ruin, Lucian has faced overwhelming odds just to survive. Scarred by torment, he battles not only the enemies around him but a second personality forged in his struggle for survival. But everything changes when he encounters Celeste Morven, drawing him into a world where danger, betrayal, and nightmarish abominations lurk in the shadows. In Double Edged, Lucian’s journey unfolds—a dark legacy, a haunted soul, and the unrelenting question of whether the real threat lies in the world around him… or in himself. https://discord.gg/c6B8xQDSGP

A lesbian story of love and revenge. Novel

[Ding! Congratulations on activating the Double Income Multiplier System.] [Ding! You have earned $500 in your account as your first income. Multiplier applied. You now have $1,000.] [Confirmed. Wings Bank Account: $1,000 has been deposited successfully.] [Ding! First income reward granted: Freightliner DMF 545X.] Carlos froze, his heart racing. "What is this? Am I dreaming?" His jaws dropped. "What…?" ........….......….... The only solace he had was his grandmother's parting words, whispered through tears as she sent him away. "Live well, Carlos. Forget this place... but promise me, one day, you'll return strong enough to uncover the truth." Now, armed with the system's extraordinary power, Carlos is determined to build his wealth, gain influence, and uncover the truth behind his parents' deaths. One way or another, the Rivera family will pay.

Theon’s lips curled into a defiant smile, though his heart pounded in his chest. “Perhaps,” he replied. “But I’ve learned that losing everything makes a man impossible to break.” *************** Theon Quintin, the Sun-Kissed Prince, once lived a life of grandeur as the beloved heir to the Quintin Kingdom. With golden hair that shone like sunlight and a smile that captivated all, he was destined for greatness. But everything changed when his darkest secret was revealed. “A prince who cannot uphold the pride of an alpha is no prince of mine,” the king declared. “Leave, and never darken the gates of this castle again.” Banished and disgraced, Theon was cast out into a world that viewed him as an anomaly—an alpha who had conceived a child. In a time when alphas were revered as dominant and unyielding, his existence was seen as a shameful contradiction. Stripped of his title and home, Theon rebuilt himself from nothing. Years passed, and whispers of his brilliance began to spread through the kingdoms. But when his path crosses with that of Skye Romanov, the powerful and enigmatic king of a neighboring land, Theon finds himself drawn into a web of politics, power, and forbidden desire. Skye, the King of Eryndale, is as ruthless as he is magnetic. Known for his mysterious aura and commanding presence, he has no equal. When he catches sight of Theon, their connection is instant—a spark that neither can deny. But as they navigate the treacherous waters of alliances and betrayals, they must confront the forces that seek to tear them apart. In a world where their love is forbidden and their positions make them enemies, can Theon and Skye find a way to defy destiny and claim a love that could reshape kingdoms? Excerpt. “You stand before a king,” Skye murmured, his voice low and steady, carrying the weight of unspoken challenge. “Do you truly believe you have something to offer me?” Theon met his gaze without wavering, his golden hair catching the dim candlelight of the throne room. He was no longer the prince who trembled at the thought of failure; the years had carved resilience into his soul. “I do,” Theon said softly, his voice steady yet filled with quiet conviction. “You may be the king of this land, but even a king needs someone to stand beside him.” Skye tilted his head, a flicker of amusement dancing in his sharp, dark eyes. “And you think you’re that person?” he asked, leaning forward slightly as though daring Theon to falter. “Yes,” Theon replied without hesitation. “Because unlike everyone else, I’m not afraid of the man behind the crown.”

A Life of Parallels! The Original World’s Sasuke: Deceived by Uchiha Itachi, misled by Uchiha Obito, and brainwashed by successive Hokage, he remained oblivious to the truth. Throughout his journey, he relied on the path laid out by Itachi and the power boosts from the Sage of Six Paths. He sealed Kaguya to save the ninja world, only to leave Konoha alone in the end. With just one daughter, he faced the impending extinction of the Uchiha bloodline… The Parallel World’s Sasuke: He immersed himself in study and reflection, diligently searching for clues to uncover the truth and settle the score with all his enemies! He cultivated his own power, mastering sage techniques, gaining the Sage Body, Rinnegan, and the power of tailed beasts—ultimately even achieving the legendary Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan! With absolute strength, he unified the ninja world, vanquishing the Ōtsutsuki clan and bringing genuine peace to the realm, ushering in an era of interstellar exploration for the ninja world! With numerous wives and descendants, he single-handedly rebuilt the Uchiha clan… -------------------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: I am not the author of this novel and hold no rights to the original work. This translation is created purely as a fan project for entertainment purposes only. No profit is being made from this translation, and while donations are highly appreciated to support future projects, they are not required. I encourage readers to support the original author and their work.^_^ If you’d like to support my future translations, you can donate via PayPal:https://paypal.me/MagicReader?country.x=PH&locale.x=en_US

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"Miles," I said again, my voice a bit shaky now. "Why did you bring me here?" He turned to face me, his expression suddenly serious. He stepped closer, and I felt my back press against the cold wall behind me. His face was so close to mine that I could feel his breath on my skin. "I like you," he whispered. My mind went blank. For a few seconds, I just stood there, staring at him, not sure if I had heard him right. Then, out of nowhere, I burst out laughing. It wasn’t that I didn’t take him seriously; I just didn’t know how else to react. Miles was not the type of person to confess his feelings like that. This had to be a joke, right? "Miles, you—" I started, but before I could finish, he grabbed me by the collar and kissed me. It wasn’t a soft, gentle kiss. It was rough, almost desperate. I froze, my mind reeling. This couldn’t be happening. But it was. His lips were on mine, his body pressed against me. For a moment, I was too shocked to do anything, but then I shoved him away with all the strength I had left, my heart racing in my chest. "What the hell, Miles?" I shouted, my voice shaking with a mix of anger and confusion. He wiped his mouth with the back of his hand, his expression calm, too calm. "I’m sorry," he said quietly. "It was just a joke." "The plot revolves around Miles and leo, two high school boys who were once friends but are now just strangers. But what happens when, one day, Miles kisses leo and tells him that he likes him? But it's just a joke....? What the heck! Leo didn't like this joke at all.

Excerpt: "Just strip, will you.." Hearing her command, he smiled viciously. Stepping closer to her, he whispered, "Why don't you do the honors and satisfy yourself? This body and my whole existence are now all yours!" *Book 1: Kiss Me Not, My Prince* (Completed - Chapters 1 to 273) Brione Yu was a successful model/actor with philemaphobia (fear of kissing). She had everything one could ever dream of, but her world crumbled when she lost the most important person in her life. He was not only her best friend but also the man she loved with all her heart. While she spent her days missing him and longing for him, she had an unexpected encounter with a recluse Prince who resembled her best friend substantially. Though their characters were contradictory, he reminded her of the man she loved every time she set her eyes on him. Was fate playing some kind of cruel game with her? Or was she being played by the Prince? ********************************** Book 2: Kiss Me Not, My Princess (completed - Chapters 274 to 382) “You took all my firsts, so take responsibility for it.” Did she hear it right? This was the height of shamelessness! “Your firsts? What about me then? You took all my firsts away!” “And I’m willing to take responsibility, my Princess.” he firmly stated with a devilish smile on his face. Kimmy was a Princess who ran away from an arranged marriage her mother set up for her. Years passed, and she came home with a broken heart. On her return home, she met the man she was supposed to marry. The man who surprisingly could make Kimmy's body tremble with desire for him. But, what would happen if the first love she used to chase before showed up before her just as she was about to move on? Who would the Princess choose to spend the rest of her life with? =========== Other Books: The Crown's Entrapment (in writing) The Untamed: Game of Hearts (completed) The CEO Who Hates Me (completed) The General Who Hates Me (completed) The Doctor Who Loves Me (completed) The Law of Attraction (completed) contact me at: Discord Link: https://discord.gg/PNGkTUy twitter: @EUSTOMA_reyna instagram: eustoma_reyna Facebook Page: @eustoma.reyna **** PS: Commissioned Book Cover owned by the Author! Do not use it!

Crystal couldn't believe it. The Dragon Emperor, a man of perfect form, handsome looks, and great power, was lying on top of her! And they would share this very delicate and embarrassing position for three days!   Crystal Diante was a woman cursed with terrifying Fate and Destiny. She was fated in sorrow and destined in suffering. She was captured by powerful men who sought to challenge an Ancient Dragon. But the Dragon awakened was much more than a regular dragon. It was the Ancient Dragon Emperor, Adam, the Serpent of the Perfect Morning! He was like a god of the ancient era and revealed not a dragonic form, but that of a man. He was perfect. He was arrogant. He was handsome beyond the furthest dreams that Crystal could dream of. A battle raged as Adam fought Crystal's kidnappers which ended in Adam and Crystal being buried in a mountain. The young woman found herself protected and sheltered by Adam who bore the weight of the mountain. But he, could not leave for he was exhausted. The two shared a tight space. With only little room to move, Adam was forced to lay on top of her to carry the mountain, and Crystal was forced to lie under him. Their lips were always less than an inch apart from each other. When the proud Dragon Emperor spent hours with the girl, he began to use his powers to feed her by transferring energy through the mouth. Each kiss only drew Crystal deeper to the depths of love. For three days, the god and girl talked, kissed, and shared the most joyous moments that they could possible experience. Soon, the Dragon Emperor succumbed to his emotions and betrayed the purpose of his rebirth. He bestowed a Binding Kiss to Crystal. But such heaven could not continue. The gift bestows Crystal with great power, but Adam mysteriously vanishes. Will the magical binding kiss be enough for Crystal to overcome the shadows of treachery that lurk to slay her family? Will she reunite with the perfect stranger and find answers to the mysterious kiss? Will the Pray of the Dragon become the Partner? Dive into a tale of forbidden love, tragedy, betrayal, inherited destinies, and epic battles. Dive into a world of Wizardry and Will. A world of staves of magic and Swords of Power. Journey with Crystal as her life was forever changed when she was... Kissed by the Dragon Emperor.

A certain day, something unexpected affected the whole humanity, radically changing their lives. Everybody was brought to another planet from what it seemed to be another dimension, and started playing a “GAME”, which was controlled through the so-called ‘Challenges’. At first, Akari didn’t know what was happening, she was just used to do her job properly. Her high popularity and idolization, which she benefited a lot from, of the old world was now completely useless in this brand-new planet: it was a dangerous place which required completely different set of skills. Finally, with the her coworker, Junichi, she discovered her class and… The dangerous “GAME”… “Hurry and kiss me!” ....... I’m dancing for him Blushhhh

What do you do when given a lust system after kissing a beauty? After the Great Collapse merges Earth with a magical dimension, the world of Eidolon is born. Magic, mystical creatures, and systems of power now exist, fundamentally changing society. Reyn Lanthorne, a former "Null" (powerless individual), gains the Lustbound System, which allows him to grow stronger by forming genuine emotional bonds with women. Ding! [New Host Located!] [System Binding in progress...] [System bound successfully!] [Welcome to the Lustbound System!] It all felt like a dream until a few days later again. Ding! [First target located!] [New Mission: Bond with The Blade Witch, Lirael to gain her abilities!] [Reward: Magical Swordsmanship, Enhanced Reflexes] [Failure: Death at the hands of the StiffBlade Bandits] Faced with the option of either bonding with an individual or dying, Reyn has no choice if he wants to live. "It's just bonding after all and I get to receive abilities." Little does he know that this is just the first of a hundred more missions to come. With his Lustbound System, Reyn must navigate a world filled with magic, power struggles, and ancient mysteries while building a harem of unique and powerful women, each with her own story and abilities. ____________________ ____________________ Weekly Bonus Chapters 100 Power Stones = 1 Chapter 200 Power Stones = 2 Chapters 300 Power Stones = 4 Chapters 500 Power Stones = 7 Chapters

Warning… Matured content. “Look at me,” he commanded, his eyes boring into her like black pits of venom. Lilith’s chest tightened as she stared at the floor and the room seemed to shrink around her. “Dinner with the devil is one thing. Staring at the embodiment of evil itself…quite another.” Dracula’s smirk widened, his fingers squeezing Lilith’s chin. “Oh, and do I frighten you, little one?” His eyes burned into her, piercing her soul like daggers “You see now the truth of my power. You thought you could challenge me, toying with my affections as though I were some lovesick puppy.” Lilith sighed, because despite the darkness that swirled around her, she found herself unafraid of Dracula. “Now, look at me, and speak what you have beneath your heart,” he commanded. Lilith’s chin lifted with a surge of defiance. "Dracula Beelzebub. You are nothing but a monstrous abomination." she hissed, her voice dripping with disdain. "A fiend of the lowest caliber, unworthy of even a moment of my time." Dracula raised an eyebrow as he smirked, impressed by her insults. "And yet, you cannot deny that I am the most powerful being in this room." Lilith sneered. "Yo… You deserves to be banished back to the bowels of Hell." Dracula smiled, his teeth white in the flickering candlelight. "Ah, but where’s the fun in that? I much prefer making life interesting for the mortals." Lilith's hands curled into fists at her sides, and she took a step forward. “Interesting?" she spat. "You call torment and misery ‘interesting’? You are a demon, feeding off the misery and pain of others." Dracula chuckled, spreading his arms wide in a gesture of mock surrender. "And what of it? What do you intend to do about it, little mortal?" ~~~~~ Meet Lilith Raziel, a young, beautiful orphan who was born blind. However, when a mysterious creature appears in the woods, Lilith’s life is turned upside down. Her world shifts from darkness to one filled with mystical creatures and the secrets of the underworld. On the other hand, lurking in the shadows, lies Dracula Beelzebub, a devilishly handsome man who relishes in the misery and demise of others. Beneath his charming façade lies a dangerous secret—Dracula Beelzebub is the devil incarnate. And he has set his sights on Lilith Raziel, a woman he’s determined to ensnare in his diabolical plans. _"To love a demon is to have your soul bound in chains of darkness.” — Lucifer’s Inferno. PS/ Thanks a lot (Tearswithnofaces) for gifting me my first Golden ticket) Thanks.

Transmigrated into a captivating fantasy world, Chu Wuchen is not just from an ancient immortal family; he is born with extraordinary double pupils and supreme bones. At the tender age of two, his powerful system awakens. By twelve, the legendary Tianjiao List descends, igniting the Nine Great Immortal Domains and stirring countless races into a fervor. In this unparalleled era, prodigies emerge, monstrous talents are born, and ancient anomalies arise. The Ten Fiends, Primordial Progenitors, Human Emperor Body, Chaos Body, Immortal Body, Reincarnation Body... all manifest one by one. Amidst the epic chaos and fierce battles, the name at the pinnacle of the Tianjiao List remains unchanged—Chu Wuchen!

The story of fox girl Lumina who decided to revenge on the culprit who killed her families.

After years of being the outcast, Lucifugus Blackwater has learned how to handle the life he has as a werewolf shifter and host of the mysterious foreign entity Bandersnatch. He's dealt with being rejected, the agony of shifting especially with his monstrous Bandersnatch form and isolation from his own family. His sister, Luciana Blackwater, in contrast is the seemingly ideal wolf with all her future in sight. She is set for her coming of age ceremony and will likely get to be Clan leader. However Lucifugus leads a double Life that he carefully built up with the assistance of the Deities Cernunnos and Dionysus (commonly referred to as Dion). Notably he also has a less than business oriented relationship with them and frequents his companions for the sexual pleasure and comfort offered. Lucifugus is a false rogue running rampant and playing 'hero', more or less helping clean up the messes within the city caused by supernatural mayhem. After he saves one of Luciana's friends, Wellesley Guillotine, who becomes a werewolf via a rival clan's rogue wolf bite it becomes clear the recent attacks are coordinated. The self-conducted investigation of Bandersnatch, approaching coming of age ceremony for his sister, normal issues of Wellesley prove complicated and make it hard to resist temptation to snap from the pressure. To make it worse, other secrets Lucifugus had intended to keep hidden are unraveling with the growing conflicts outside of the Blackwater community and his stoic facade seems to be wavering on behalf of Wellesley and the growing circle of companions.

The most beautiful girl who fades every girl's beauty wherever she goes looks for true love but all in vain. Every man around her wants to just have a taste of her and dump her saying that peerless beautiful girls are never marriage material and could never stick with one person in a relationship. Anna suffers alot of rejection from her female neighbors accusing her of whoring around with their boyfriends and husbands. Her dream was to get a true boyfriend who would genuinely love as a person not her beauty. She wanted a person to satisfy her sexual starvation. She sees a handsome guy and immediately crush on him but he never like her. While other men died to talk to her, her crush never even spared a single glance. But one day, crush drops her home and sees his photo in nice on her coffee table, 'MY IMAGINARY BOYFRIEND, MY LIFE AND DEATH' where the words written on the photo. " Are you sure about this" Liam asked, " Did you mean this?" Anna gulped, all her body trembled in anticipation of getting rejected by her long time lover. " DO. YOU. LOVE. ME?" Liam asked impatient,. "Yes or no" He raised his voice on her. "Yes," Anna blurted nervously but the next thing Liam did shocked her, his warm tasty lips was on hers. " For how long?" Anna closed her eyes as she calculated in her head, " Nine months, three weeks and four days" Liam chuckled, " And that's how long all put together?" " All most a year..." Unfortunately, when Anna starts living her dream life, she accidentally gets shot in the head and Liam swears that if she dies he dies too.....

Alex had always been driven, working tirelessly to climb the corporate ladder. Landing a job at Hamilton Corp, the most prestigious company in the city, had been the culmination of all his hard work and sleepless nights. And when he was appointed as the assistant to the company’s president, Drake Hamilton, it felt like a dream come true. Alex couldn’t believe his luck—working alongside a business legend known for his unshakable calm, sharp intellect, and a presence that commanded any room he walked into. But Drake was more than just an intimidating boss. He was an enigma, a man who somehow knew everything happening within the company, often before it even happened. There were whispers among the staff, rumors that seemed too absurd to be true, that Drake didn’t age, that he was rarely seen in the daylight, that his presence felt... different. One late night, after a particularly exhausting day, Alex decided to stop by a quiet bar downtown to unwind. As he took a seat near the back, his eyes caught sight of someone in the shadows—a familiar figure he hadn’t expected to see in a place like this. Drake Hamilton. At first, Alex assumed his boss was just having a late-night drink. But then, he noticed something that sent a chill through him. In the dim light, Drake’s head was tilted, and his mouth was near the neck of the person beside him, a pair of sharp fangs glinting in the shadows. Alex's blood ran cold. He felt his heart thunder in his chest, disbelief settling over him like a fog. He took a shaky breath, whispering to himself as reality sank in. "The president of Hamilton... is a vampire."

Une rivalité entre frères qui dure depuis l'enfance, une mère un peu trop aimante. Suivez cette histoire où se mêlent secrets, trahison, amour, jalousie, meurtre...

Ezra Val was a successful young werewolf who excelled in everything he did, Except one thing. Dating. He could not hold his girlfriend even for ten days! And it was all thanks to an annoying person in his life named Rio Velveta. he had been a cancerous existence in his life that would steal his girlfriends at every chance he got. At one point Ezra lost his cool. He decided to seek revenge. Ezra carefully curated a well-sought-out plan to somehow hurt the man and break him down once and for all. But he faced a small problem. That maggot-like person named Rio, ended up being his mate. This threw him off course for a bit. Ezra was forced to accept that this person was his one true mate. but even now he held the past grudge in his heart. His revenge plan continued. albeit with a slight change. This time he decided to personally squish the man’s heart after making him a lovesick puppy. Rio Velveta was going down!

Sold into marriage to a reclusive man. Megan is dragged to a clandestine midnight ceremony and delivered to Gabriel North. Megan must spend 30 days married to Mr. North before she may finally be free forever. The only problem is that he marries every year only to annul the marriage and his brides are never heard from again. No one knows anything about him except that he is extraordinarily wealthy, and he has an estate high on the mountain above the city that no one is brave enough to visit. Before this Megan Steele had the perfect life. She was a wealthy heiress from a prominent family. Her days were filled with family, travel, parties, and society. Expected to marry at eighteen but unable to bear the thought of leaving her perfect life she turned down one offer of marriage after another. Four years and four suitors rejected, Megan has been proposed to for a fifth time. The suitor is the son of her father's investment partner. Megan made a fatal error with this refusal and placed her desire for freedom above her father's company. She finds herself sold into a forced marriage to Mr. Gabriel North to recoup her father's investment funds. More than that though, Megan swears there is something dark about Mr. North, something dangerous, something otherworldly. Where is the staff that keeps caring for them? How does his house keep changing? Why did his friend call him sire?