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"The Paradox Of Life. Some people live to die while some die to live. Life and death has become an almost paradoxical concept. Some humans reveled in the joys of being alive while some sought death to end the misery of being alive. Nothing in life was ever set in stone, except Death." Benji was just an average teenager. Despite having his own difficulties in life, he always kept a positive outlook. He felt that he would be swept away in the mundanity of his own life. Until one day, he met her..... COVER ART BY @woo_lemon in Instagram This story will be a slow burn in the beginning. Stick around if this is your cup of tea. :)

Why does the universe seem so silent if it harbors countless stars and planets? In The Fermi Paradox, a comprehensive and thought-provoking exploration, readers journey from the paradox’s humble beginnings—when Enrico Fermi posed his famous question “Where is everybody?”—to the cutting-edge technologies and theories that might finally yield answers. Through ten meticulously structured chapters, this volume unfolds the paradox from every angle. It begins with the historical and scientific foundations that shaped the early debate, then delves into the staggering scale and probability calculations suggesting we should be surrounded by extraterrestrial civilizations. Readers are guided through the latest astronomical observations—why we see only “great silence” where we once expected cosmic chatter—and introduced to pivotal theories like the Great Filter, the Rare Earth hypothesis, and the darker side of technological evolution. Sociological and economic analyses add human context, revealing how cultural forces might shape our cosmic destiny. Finally, The Fermi Paradox tackles alternative conjectures, from simulated realities to hidden alien probes, before mapping out future directions that blend ethical questions, advanced detection projects, and a synthesis of the most credible scholarly references. For anyone seeking a deep, multifaceted understanding of why our universe appears so quiet, this book offers both clarity and wonder.

The world shattered the day fiction bled into reality. Jin Ha-rin, an unassuming college student, finds himself trapped in Survival 101, the webnovel he devoured obsessively. Death games ravage a broken world, overseen by unseen forces and cryptic rules, with survival demanding wit, strength, and sacrifice. Armed with knowledge of the story, Ha-rin believes he holds an advantage—until his first death changes everything. Each trial reveals cracks in the story’s fabric, a haunting loop of betrayal, erasure, and suffering. As whispers of narrators and lost worlds echo through forgotten trials, Ha-rin must question his role in the tale. Is he a player, a pawn, or something far worse? The end approaches, but the ink never dries—only the screams remain. This is the fable of The Lone King Who Remembers.

For ten years, Raiten has been bound to the Thunder Tower and made the enslaved guardian of his clan's northern pillar. Once, he dreamed of freedom and fought for a friend he believed in. Now, she’s returned—a hero, wielding the power he stole for her. The only question that remains is, how will Raiten kill her? Will he choose forgiveness and carve for himself a new life, beyond the tower, beyond the clan? Or, will he sink in the depraved depths of bloody vengeance? Perhaps a bit of both. This story is a mix of vengeance, fast-paced action, lighter slice-of-life moments, and of course, magic. Great for fans of Shadow Slave, Red Rising, Cosmere novels, Mother of Learning, the game Roadwarden, The Witcher, and more! Please enjoy. [Note: cover is AI art. I am only using this temporarily: once I am not broke, I will pay a proper artist for an awesome cover!] [Note 2: Originally published on RoyalRoad]

If You Was To Be Given A Second Chance At Life, What would You Change? Isak, A Sleep Deprived High Schooler With Zero Ambitions In Life, Zero Social Life, Not A Care About Anything In The World, Until ?

Promised revenge by the Duke through a political marriage, Ivelle was betrayed. She died on her wedding day, only to be granted a second chance by the dragons she once feared. Now, with dragon blood coursing through her veins and the truth of her royal lineage revealed, Ivelle finds herself in a deadly game of power set by the king who never acknowledged her as his own. Determined to get back against the people who destroyed her life, she makes an unusual alliance with a wizard. However, a new threat arises as her opponents get closer. The previously self-centered Duke starts to develop feelings for her, and the devoted wizard becomes desperate to gain her affection. Caught between two men who would do anything for her love, she can’t afford to let emotions get in the way. Because the path to destruction may cost her more than she bargained for.

Luell was born into a world steeped in secrets and shadows, where survival is the highest currency and life's value is measured in the weight of sacrifices. Raised by his mother, a woman who sells her body to survive, Luell learns early that no one is untouched by the stigma of their past. The world sees them as expendable—marginalised, devalued, and dismissed by society. In a society ravaged by war, poverty, and judgment, Luell's journey is one of survival. His mother, a figure of strength and resilience, does her best to protect him in a world where nothing is guaranteed, but there is always more lurking beneath the surface. The brothel that serves as their home is both a sanctuary and a prison, and Luell soon realises that survival comes at a price—his innocence, the comfort of the world outside, and the ability to hope for something better.

Akash, a boy shunned by his village, seeks to gain admiration and reunite with his friends by proving his worth in the war-torn sands of Reem. His fight for respect and connection propels him through trials that test his resolve, courage, and the depths of his humanity. Daenys never wished to lead, but destiny had other plans. Thrust into prominence amidst a feud between the kingdom of Astad and the kingdom of Estil, she must navigate the treacherous waters of politics and power. Her journey is one of reluctant acceptance, as she transforms into the leader her people desperately need. Mirak is driven by an insatiable desire to understand the magic that shapes their world. His quest leads him into the clutches of an empire, where he becomes enslaved as a Publici. Determined to break free, he must master the very magic that binds him, turning his chains into sources of strength and liberation. Unbeknownst to them, hungering gods pick at the carcass of a dying world—a time when the Infinite Arcana was whole, unbroken into Essences, and humanity remained in the dark. For over one hundred centuries, the Ninth Age of Stagnation has reigned, bringing war, strife, and the suffocation of knowledge. In a world teetering on the edge, will these unlikely contenders rise to become heroes, or will the malicious powers that haunt their steps consume them entirely?

Evolution: A Paradox Thrown into an unknown world to die, Xerxes overcame the death and became the paradox which was beyond understanding. Returning from his school, Xerxes took a shortcut to his home and entered the familiar, silent alleyway. But just as he took the first step, his surroundings melted away, and he found himself in a dark, dense forest. Suddenly, a grey wolf leaped out of the shadows, its eyes gleaming with hunger. Xerxes sprinted away, but a whole pack of wolves were in pursuit. He yelled, hurled rocks, but they relentlessly pressed on. One of the wolves lunged, its teeth sinking into his back. Xerxes crashed to the ground, writhing in agony. He thought he was going to die. Then, the unexpected occurred. A surge of powerful energy coursed through him, his eyes glowing an eerie green. The wolf that had bitten him recoiled in fear. Transformed by this mysterious power, Xerxes seized the wolf's leg. The forest echoed with the wolf's pained howls as Xerxes rose. The wolf began to dissolve, its essence being absorbed by Xerxes. With his newfound power, Xerxes ventured deeper into the unknown world, determined to find a way back home. Support this story and help bring it to life by becoming an early contributor to the novel! [For a deeper understanding, refer to the first chapter. It elaborates on the MC's powers, the world setting, and how the story unfolds.]

In a world where education shapes not only intellect but the future of society, the Neo-Soviet Federation, has established the Leadership Ascendancy Program (LAP) to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will run the country. The program selects the most promising high school student leaders from across the federation. These individuals are trained, tested, and pitted against each other to earn The title of "Sovereign Leader", the head of the SLP, who will not only oversee the future direction of the program but will also be groomed for a potential role as the future President of the country. Only one student can become the Sovereign leader, while others may claim supporting roles such as Deputy Sovereign leader,CEO or CEF while competing for Sovereign leader persons will be permanently eliminated—both from the program and their prospects for future leadership. Each year, the best student leaders from the country's most prestigious schools are chosen to compete, and only one will stand at the top. The twist? The competition is not simply about grades. It's about proving who can manipulate, dominate, and outmaneuver their peers in a world of political games, strategic battles, and social manipulation. The winner becomes the Sovereign Leader, the last person standing from their school, and has a chance to be given the ultimate political power of running the country. The program's purpose is twofold: to nurture an unbreakable ego capable of leading millions and to expose and exploit weaknesses that would make someone unfit for power.

Angelus Rathmore, heir to the Sevigoria throne, has been treated unfairly since childhood by his father, the king, who favours his mistresses children over those he had with his queen. His preference for men instead of women sparks a series of events that push out of the shadows and into the light where he aims to fight for his identity and birth right. Just when he thinks things can't get any worse. His first love is married off to his sister in his mother's attempts to protect his secret, and he loses a piece of his soul. This puts him on a path to punish the people who hurt him. When he meets a charming shapeshifter, Cassiel, who offers to put the world at his feet, Angelus finds security in the forbidden spark the male gives him. With magic and the practice of same sex relationships being punishable by death in Sevigoria, the prince and his new lover navigate the challenging ups and downs of their forbidden relationships. Will they find their way to a happy ending?

The kingdom of Elaria stands majestically as the greatest power on the continent of Atlantis, with vast lands of power and that the sun never sets on the land of power. But behind the glory, a cruel social stratification separates the nobles, who have power and control, from the commoners, who live in oppression. In the midst of this chaos, Alexander Arthur Casterwyn, a young noble who refuses to submit to the rotten system, takes a bold step. He adopts a pair of orphaned twins from the Ethel family, a despised commoner. Unexpectedly, one of the twins possesses a rare Essential: Voidwalker, a power found only in legend. Years later, one of the twins reappears. Caspian Arthur Casterwyn, a gifted channeler who leads a movement to shake the foundations of the kingdom. Together with his siblings and a group of loyal channelers, Caspian will confront the tyranny that sits on the throne and destroy the system that has oppressed them all this time.

The light is here because the darkness exists. Just like that, the human realm exists because the demon realm is here. And in the great palace of the Blade Empire, a crown touches the peak of its glory before it falls from its grace. Lush Von Blade was the royal crown prince of one of the greatest empires on the southern continent. He is loyal but betrayed. On the other hand, where even the Gods fear to set a foot on, a demon lord abides. His grace and cruelty have been unseen for centuries. He is the supremacy in the three realms. While Lush is the light, he is the darkness. Each exists because the other is here. *** Special Chapters Announcements! Per week- 8 Chapters [Regular] 50+Power Stones= 1 Chapter [Bonus Per week] 25+Golden Tickets= 1 Chapter [Bonus Per month] Super Gift= [Fan's requested chapters]

It was shocking for everyone to find out that they could suddenly perform 'witchcrafts' or atleast that's what they had called them in the initial days. Until people realising it's a cursed gift to the humanity. Like a rose.Prophetic words of the chosen one spread among the people. That one day the one to have been the most different would either banish the cursed gift or preserve it with destruction. People would stay calm only for a while. After all there's only so much one can control when every single human is granted with powers. So the rebellions start. The ones which tried to assassinate the royals. And the ones who just finally wanted freedom. But there would also always be a saviour. But when the gift is cursed.... So is the knight in shining armour. For, the armour will be tainted in blood. Blood that couldn't be washed away even with the blade. Or flowers. Or the honour of the ruler. Time can only numb the itch caused from the thorns on the rose. Time named this cursed gift as 'domains' as people honed their powers into daily uses. Passing their knowledge to the next generations.... Until death meets time. But alas, death would meet time when peace is bestowed when war is stopped. But the war? Oh it would never stop. Alliances can be made to break and mend over and over but the war would never stop. Or At least not until the crows took a taste of everything it had to offer. After all, crows are the means for death to meet time. The hopes for chosen one would be barely hanging in the void..... until the different one finally makes the appearance. And so does hope. And so does war.

Once upon a time, there was a princess, a foxy, cunning one. She had two faces, one she wore most of the time, a gentle one. obedient, caring princess. the other one is her true self, a playful, wicked person.

In a world of superpowers, follow Lucian's tumultuous journey as a cunning mastermind living a double life. By day, he’s the shining hero the world admires and by night, he’s the cunning Supervillain it fears. With a fiery Villainess as his ally, a trail of enemies at his back, and forbidden passions pulling him in every direction, Lucian’s story is a thrilling clash of love, power, and the ultimate paradox: a hero in the light, a villain in the shadows. ***Warning*** The story will sometimes have dark depictions. Lucian is also not a saint. Expect him to do villainous things. *** Disclaimer: This story is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to actual people, places, or characters is purely coincidental.

After losing both his parents, Alexander finds himself lost and consumed by grief. But instead of falling apart, he makes a bold choice—to take control of the underworld and build his own empire. With years of training and a determination fueled by pain, he dives into a dangerous world where trust is rare, and betrayal is everywhere.

He held her hand placing it on his chest looking at his hand on top of hers. "I give you my heart Zillah, lead me" . " Stop" she finally bursted into tears. Still being able to hold her breath from making sounds. She was drooling all over and he drew her even closer to her and hugged her like never before. She cuddled underneath his arms crying seriously but he stroked her gently until she was able to calm down. How did he manage to bear all this type of pain. How much was he going through that leaves him to no other decision than to want to change from who he was. He called her name softly "Zillah…" "I love when you call my name" she spoke like a baby with a cracked voice because she cried a lot and her hands folded and he pulled her away and looked at her with a smirk. "But you… " he was ready to call her out for what she said earlier but she placed her finger on his lips knowing what he was about to say next. His smile widened when he observed something. He moved his fingers to her neck and felt where he pierced her neck and felt the injury and blood. He held her neck tenderly healing her slowly. "This part could be more painful" he warned while healing her. She winced lightly and he stroked her face. "You've got to dominate, and I don't care if you're the seventh mundane or not". She spoke with intense gaze rooted on him "Am I?...." "You are the Crown's Mundane". Alvah, the soul of Celestial, son of First Chamber Empyreal of Fire Deivigan Vimal because the first ever infernal who lived anonymously and as the Seventh Mundane. Zillah will be the mediator between Alvah and Tartarus. Costing her life will have to be the priority if Elysian has to be saved but what if Alvah takes the risk instead?. This is a realm of the conflict between Elysian and Tartarus.

What happens after death? It's a mystery no one can say. Before being betrayed, he had always held on to the belief that there are two realms to go to after death: Heaven and Hell. However, after being betrayed, he found out that it's not like that. Almost everything he learned about was a fallacy. The universe was not created but naturally formed. Arishem, the ultimate ruler of Heaven, was once a human who found the Celestial Ruler and created Heaven. Lucifer was under him, using the Karot to direct souls from the universe to empower Lucifer by turning them into soul drops. Lucifer betrayed Arishem and ran away with the Karot. He created Hell using the treasure and started monopolizing all the souls from Earth. Souls had no way to enter Heaven again, thereby preventing Arishem from getting stronger through absorbing souls, so he had to use another way detrimental to the universe. Which way is it? Wallace was betrayed by his family and died; his soul went to Hell, where he learned that he would have to undergo extermination and become nourishment for Lucifer. He learned that stories about benevolent Heaven were not real, as they wanted; they were all looking for ways to monopolize souls and exterminate them to make themselves stronger. He did not accept his fate; he had to go through three different trials so that his will could be erased, and he would surrender. Nine deaths, Cerberus' wrath, and the Soul Rending Whip were enough to break the will of any soul and damage them. Not willing to surrender, he had to go through the three trials, going through unimaginable torture and pain. In the third trial, there was the emergence of another treasure, the Karum, on his dead body. With the help of Karum, his soul was called back from Hell and melded into his body, turning him into a half-human, half-spiritual being, while also nurturing something of unimaginable precedence in his body. The Celestial Ruler created Heaven; the Karot created Hell. What can the Karum, the last creation treasure the universe can nurture, and one that's far stronger than the two former treasures, do? Can he fulfill what it can do? Can he survive under the pursuit of Heaven and Hell? What secret does the universe hold? How was the universe created? Is it from the emergence of a treasure? What’s the secret behind everything?

After their friend, Elle, dies in a mysterious way, seven friends end up reincarnating together into a cultivation world where they must find a way to survive in their new lives, defeat looming evil, unravel the mystery behind Elle's tragic death, and find a way to move onward in their new lives. What? Reincarnation novels are never easy! Warning: This is BL. Don't let the beginning fool you!

Waking up to a pounding headache, Sol widened his eyes to discover his hands covered in blood, and spotting a figure dressed in all black carrying a gun, slowly disappear into the shadow. Explore the protagonist's journey to find his killer in the era of steam and machinery while unraveling the truths of this world.

When the sky changed, the world followed. Dimensions collided, birthing an Earth teeming with magic and peril. Silas awakens in a mysterious cave, roots entwined in his body, and a bond to an ancient, mystical tree he cannot explain. Stripped of everything he knows, he must navigate a stunning yet dangerous land, where even the smallest acts—like aiding an injured cub—could spark life-or-death confrontations. In this world of wonder and terror, Silas must uncover the truth of his origins and embrace the destiny written in his very roots. How far will he go to survive, and what secrets does this beautiful world hide?

the legend of a lost crown and the heir who vanished with it has lingered for centuries. Eldros' once-glorious capital lies in the heart of mist-shrouded mountains, where only whispers of its past greatness remain. The land of Varyndor, now fractured by war, corruption, and untold darkness, has forgotten the true heir to the throne—a monarch who could unite the realms and bring peace. The story follows a lone wanderer, cloaked in shadow, who carries a sword stained with the sins of their past. With no memory of their true heritage, they are driven by visions of a long-forgotten prophecy: a mysterious wanderer will return to reclaim the Shattered Crown and restore balance. As they journey through desolate ruins, cursed valleys, and blood-soaked battlefields, the wanderer faces not only the treacherous remnants of Eldros' enemies but also the ghosts of their own haunted history. As the wanderer's quest brings them closer to the hidden capital, they uncover secrets that bind them to the ancient magic of the land—and to the royal bloodline they never knew they belonged to. However, the closer they come to claiming the crown, the more they realize that the real danger lies not in the fractured lands, but in the shadow of their own past, long buried but never forgotten. In a world where the lines between friend and foe blur, the wanderer must decide whether they are fated to restore the kingdom—or if the very throne they seek is cursed beyond redemption. A tale of destiny, self-discovery, and the struggle against a dark past, The Shattered Crown is a journey through a world ravaged by time and magic, where the greatest enemy may be the truth itself.

Sage and Rosemary, two best friends who are inseparable. after graduating from the academy, their lives are turned upside down by sudden disappearances, murders, and learning their families secrets. While going through different circumstances they wonder who can be trusted, but what happens when they find out their lives are in danger by someone that's suppose to love them.

Max Carter, a struggling writer with untapped potential, discovers an ancient pen and notebook buried in the forgotten corners of his university library. To his surprise, the notebook activates a LitRPG interface called the Nexus System, revealing a startling truth: countless fictional worlds have begun to collapse. Villains have won in stories where they shouldn’t have, characters are straying from their arcs, and plotlines are unraveling, creating dangerous rifts that connect these broken stories to one another. The Nexus System assigns Max the role of "Keeper," sending him into these corrupted narratives to repair the damage. Each time he enters a story, the system assigns him a role—Main Character, Side Character, or Random NPC—forcing him to navigate each world from different perspectives. Max must restore the proper endings, ensuring the protagonist wins and the story regains stability before the rift consumes it entirely. But the villains, unaware of their fictional nature, are thriving in their rewritten worlds, making Max’s mission more dangerous with every step. The breakdown of one story threatens the stability of others, as rifts open pathways between worlds, allowing elements from one narrative to bleed into another. Max must carefully balance his interference, as disrupting the story too much risks deepening the rift and pulling entire worlds into chaos. With each story he repairs, Max grows closer to uncovering the truth about the Nexus, the ancient pen and notebook, and why he was chosen. But as the stakes rise and the lines between reality and fiction blur, Max must decide whether to follow the system’s rules—or rewrite his own ending.

In the sprawling realm of Elandris, a young warrior named Damon Blackthorn stumbles upon an ancient artifact said to be forged by dragon fire. With newfound powers awakening within him, Damon’s destiny is entwined with a looming war that threatens to tear the kingdom apart. As he battles shadowy cults, ruthless warlords, and his own inner darkness, Damon must master the Crown’s formidable magic—before it consumes him or ushers in an age of dragons’ wrath.

life core is everything for demons but what will happen when the demon’s king betrays his own people and give some life cores to human’s king

In the Shadow of the Crown With Princess Lena of Isendria, it has always been a life of duty and obligation, furthered by her marriage to King Lysander of Draegor. It is a union of power, one that perfectly matches the stability sought by her kingdom. But when Lena meets Kaelen, a demon whose dark presence challenges everything she has ever known, everything will change. Kaelen is no ordinary demon; for centuries, he has lived in the shadows, cursed and bounded by forces beyond his control. Instantly drawn together, Lena has a feeling of connection toward him that she just can't refuse. Yet her heart is torn because she has sworn to be his, Lysander's-a man representing everything she's been brought up to believe in. The bond that she shares with Kaelen, however, is incomparable. Torn between a love that would ruin her future and a kingdom on the brink of chaos, Lena is faced with an impossible decision: to honor her engagement to the crown or to risk it all for a forbidden love that could tear her world apart. In a world where the heart is truly a matter of life and death, one decision by Lena will determine not only her future but that of her kingdom.