Ruin Illusion

Once a Saintess who believed she was cherish by all, loved by all. However, it was nothing but a farce, her own illusion she created to satisfy her own unrealistic dreams. What's more she was betrayed. Sentenced to death by burning on a stake! Regressed back to the time she was a princess, her heart had blackened and twisted and she vowed to have revenge on everyone who betrayed her and make them pay with blood. ______ This is the story of a villain mc so what every she does can be questionable sometimes. And the novel takes and dark and light turn at time. An elegant princess? Nah Aurianna will fight like a maniac, kill, devour and destroy. Who needs to only fight with hands when you can use both hands and feet! "Also what is this gun thing?" Blast magic? Arsenal? Crazy magical world! How would Aurianna who's the White Gemaris bring ruin to her world? ( Tags: Non romance, Evil FL, Strong FL, character progression, slow burn. ) Pls the story would be a bit slow and fast paced at times. _________ Discord: https://discord.gg/NsVXWp6hGh

An orphan seeking the truth. A priest bound by secrets. A forbidden love that defies faith, society, and the expectations of the world. In a world where faith demands sacrifice and love demands courage, will their bond bring redemption—or ruin them both?

Lucas "Luke" Chandler is a master of illusion, but his magic is all about sleight of hand and clever tricks, not real sorcery. In a twist of fate, Luke finds himself transported to a world where magic is genuine and powerful. Hailed as a great magician, Luke must use his wits and skills to keep up the charade and survive in this fantastical realm. As Luke navigates his new life, hilarity and danger follow him at every turn. From outsmarting people to dodging magical creatures, he must continually perform the ultimate illusion: convincing everyone that he possesses true magical power. Amidst the adventure, Luke grapples with his identity and the constant threat of being exposed as a fraud. In a world where magic is real, Luke discovers that the greatest power might just be his unique ability to blend illusion with reality. Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, events and incidents are the product of the author's imagination and his only. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. Heavy language is used in the story. Blood, gore, violence and sexual acts are also depicted in the story. Update: a chapters a day Site: https://akikure.carrd.co/

Eamon is embodied in a romantic novel, Eamon is a very bullying person, he loves to bully others everywhere. He is embodied as ((Siron Vad Yusburg)) who is a third-rate villain and is the heroine's fiancé who is obsessed with her and loves her one-sidedly. Inside the novel, Eamon discovers that he has a system that helps him survive Siron's fate, which is death at the hands of Prince ((Erin Anson Dirkson)) the hero of the novel. [ System: You have two options The first is to make the heroine love you and thus become the hero of the novel and change your fate { The condition is that you become a great character} The second is to get out of the events of the novel and become a side character { The condition is that you break off your engagement to the heroine}. ]

Wishes are subjective, those who reborn are nothing but hypocrites who aren't worthy of the first. Words became ashes, Memories of their first, resonate within a body. It shall dream, a dream that isn't a mere illusion, it illuminates. The light, brightly shows the shadow, and a child's mere dream.

A quiet house, a lurking intruder - the story of a single mother battling her trauma and past mistakes, just to protect her children. What begins as a simple tale of horror, slowly spirals into a confrontation with forces beyond human comprehension. As more and more supernatural events continue to unfold, the lines between reality and illusion blur. And soon, the terror within the house gets entangled with a political conspiracy, threatening far more than its walls. Join our movement - https://linktr.ee/zaffnest

BANTER "Damn right, I'm pretty," Luna said with a confident smirk. Her mischievous pride faltered at his response. "I said petty," Alexander's voice was cold but amused, arms crossed over his chest. Her smile sharpened, daring, as she leaned into the banter. "Lucky for you I'm not what I once was, or you'd be spending eternity as my pet puppy." Her words carried a teasing edge, testing him, pushing for a reaction. But Alex's expression darkened, the amusement in his eyes disappearing as he leveled his gaze at her. "Convenient for you gods-twisting the lives of others for your needs." His words, spoken with quiet bitterness, struck a nerve. For a moment, guilt twisted inside Luna as she recalled how those she once called kin-gods, her juniors-had toyed with his life for their selfish desires. Before the regret could settle in, Alexander continued, his tone unwavering. "Maybe that's the reason you're in this condition." The accusation hung heavy between them, cutting through whatever lightness their exchange once held. BREATHLESSNESS In a moment where the tension between them reached its breaking point, Alexander's hand shot forward, grabbing her by the throat. His grip was firm but not cruel-no intent to harm. Instead, he pulled her closer, and before Luna could register what was happening, his lips crashed onto hers. The kiss was deep, forceful, searing through every fiber of her being. She forgot whose air she was breathing, her powerlessness overshadowed by the sheer intensity of his touch, of their connection. In that stolen breath, it was no longer clear who held the upper hand. What happens when a fallen ancient goddess and a love-scarred Alpha collide? When the lines between power, passion, and vulnerability blur, neither can anticipate the outcome. This book , next series of THE ILL FATED LOVERS and its volume THE STAR CROSSED LOVERS brings you the wild, darkly funny, and irresistibly intense tale .Read to see who ends up holding the power-and whose heart gets broken first.

Terra II. Magic, technology, and ancient myths have been unceremoniously smashed together, turning the world into a place where the impossible is a daily grind. The result? A place where survival isn't just a challenge—it's a downright nightmare. Enter Sera and her Crew, Frontier Limited—a crew that finds themselves neck-deep in a world full of backstabbers, power-hungry mafias, and creatures straight out of forgotten legends. With her 'landship', Babel, Sera isn’t just taking on mercenary work—she’s wading through the muck of a world that seems hell-bent on tearing itself apart. Whether it's delivering sensitive cargo in the middle of a damn warzone, dealing with supernatural disasters, or outsmarting criminal syndicates, there’s no such thing as an easy day on Terra II. As rival factions fight for control of dwindling resources, Sera has to keep her crew alive and make tough-as-nails decisions in a world where everyone’s got a knife behind their back. Trust is a luxury, and loyalty? You can bet your ass it comes at a price. ————————— Fuck me. so vol 1- (trials and tribulations)introduce world,part of main cast and all that jazz..and a local war after they move to another region. that's not all as i'm too lazy to write more. vol 2- (Drama, so much drama)more conflict and higher stakes..shh..read it whenever i come to vol 2. vol 3-(Horizons Fail? ) vol 4-??? vol 5-??? vol 6-??? yes those are the names of the vols. :) support and spread this novel…cuz creation is hard!!!

Bearing the supreme Blood of the Emperor, he unlocked the strongest Emperor's Eye! Martial Technique Copying! Bloodthirsty Frenzy! Seeing through illusions! Memory Reading! Burning World Black Flame! Cloning instant movement! Spatial destruction! Unlimited Vision! Time Stasis!… [Chaos Heavenly Emperor] Ling Feng, "With these eyes, I dare to make heaven and earth tremble!"

James was a hustler who'd succeeded in retiring early, only for the pandemic to ruin all of his plans. He spent two years locked up inside playing video games and watching movies, only to be spiritually abducted just as the situation started improving. Now his name is Jin and he's a part of the Illusion Room Sect. A cultivation sect that creates scenarios for combat-focused cultivators to hone their skills. In other words, fully immersive video games. Will the gaming knowledge of his past life help him succeed in such a cut-throat world? Will he manage to break his two-year pandemic induced dry-spell? And most importantly, will he ever manage to surpass the rank of cannon fodder?

In a world on the brink of collapse, where the mystical essence of magic is fading and ancient technology crumbles into oblivion, the land of Aerth is torn apart by an unending war. Aetherium, the lifeblood of magic and innovation, has nearly been depleted, leaving the Eastern and Western factions locked in a desperate struggle for survival. The West is ruled by The Despot, a ruthless and shadowy tyrant whose reign thrives on fear, greed, and suffering. With his cunning right-hand man, Euro, The Despot has shattered the fragile peace between the factions, plunging the East into chaos through manipulation and betrayal. Distrust festers among its leaders, and once-proud alliances crumble under the weight of internal conflict. Amid this devastation, whispers of a mysterious figure begin to spread—a man whose origins are tied to a fabled land long thought to exist only in legend. His presence defies explanation, his movements swift and unpredictable. Cloaked in secrecy, he works from the shadows to dismantle The Despot’s carefully laid plans, striking at the heart of his empire with uncanny precision. Even Euro’s unparalleled intelligence network fails to uncover his identity. Who is this enigmatic figure? Is he truly from the legendary land of myths, or is he simply a master of disguise, a man forged by the ruins of this shattered world? As the East's last hope, Princess Cino Shikai, fights to hold her people together, this man’s true purpose becomes a question of salvation or destruction. His actions could tip the scales of the war, but whether toward redemption or ruin remains uncertain. "The Disguise of a Man from the Mystical Legendary Land in a Ruined World" weaves a tale of intrigue, rebellion, and the search for hope in a world where legends collide with reality, and every choice carries the weight of a civilization’s survival.

When a mysterious box appears in his antique shop, Zane's ordinary life shatters—literally—as a leather-clad stranger crashes through his window to steal it. But the theft is only the beginning. Now demons stalk the streets of Asgard, all hunting for Zane, and the box's secrets. His sole protection? Blaine, the irritable thief himself, who turns out to be a fallen angel's son cursed with divine Wrath. Now Zane's quiet life spirals into chaos as he's forced to trust Blaine. Together, they race to find out the box's secrets before the demons hunting them can claim it. But as Zane is drawn deeper into Blaine's world , he realizes the bigger danger might be falling for someone who has sworn never to love. The box holds a power that could tip the balance between Heaven and Hell. And Zane's ordinary life isn't the only thing at stake anymore.

Anabelle has always dreamed of finding love, but when her mate, Kaden, cruelly rejects her, her world begins to unravel. Heartbroken and lost, she questions if she'll ever find the love she’s always wanted—or if she’s destined to remain alone forever. Can she heal from this devastating blow, or will the pain of rejection define her future?

Alexander was the greatest tyrant in history. His cruel, brutal and vicious reign struck fear in his enemies and allies alike. But that all ended when he was betrayed by his own people and beheaded by his archrival. As Alexander's consciousness faded away all he could think of is all the faults he made, how he could have avoided them, how unlucky he had been, and his wrath and unwillingness to die at the hands of the man he hated most! But unexpectedly he was given not only the answers to these questions, but also a second chance to right all his many wrongs. The cover is not mine.

Synopsis of "Chronicles of Hearts and Horizon" The story begins in a world where magic intertwines with the tangible, and ancient ruins hold the forgotten secrets of past civilizations. "Chronicles of Hearts and Horizon" follows the journey of two unlikely companions—Elara, a skilled treasure hunter, and Alden, a brooding warrior—whose paths cross in a mysterious, enchanted forest, setting them on a dangerous quest to unearth a powerful artifact, the Heartstone, hidden within the ruins of an ancient civilization. Elara is no stranger to danger. Her reputation as a fearless treasure hunter precedes her, known across the lands for her ability to navigate perilous terrains and decipher ancient languages. She is driven by a singular obsession: to find the Heartstone, an artifact said to possess the power to alter the course of history. The artifact, shrouded in mystery, is said to be capable of granting its wielder unimaginable power, but at the cost of one’s soul. The Heartstone is believed to be locked away deep within the ruins of the Temple of Eternity, a place that few have dared to enter, let alone survive. Alden, on the other hand, is a soldier of fortune with a tragic past. Once a knight, he is now a wandering warrior, scarred by the loss of his family during a great war that ravaged his homeland. Haunted by his past and driven by guilt, Alden has grown cold and detached from the world, living only for the present day, seeking solace in his sword and the quiet of the wilderness. His fate intertwines with Elara’s when they both arrive at the outskirts of the Cursed Forest, a dangerous and enchanted place rumored to be the final resting ground of many treasure hunters who perished in search of the Heartstone. The two meet under unlikely circumstances when Elara, scouting the forest for clues, finds herself trapped by a treacherous pitfall. Alden, drawn by her desperate cries for help, rescues her, and though reluctant to share her quest, Elara finds herself needing Alden’s strength and combat skills to navigate the increasingly hostile forest. What begins as a temporary alliance for survival slowly blooms into a deep and complex partnership. As they travel deeper into the forest, their relationship evolves from a purely practical one to a romantic and emotional connection. However, their journey is far from simple. The Cursed Forest is alive, a sentient place that seems to have its own will, shifting paths and conjuring illusions to mislead and trap travelers. Along their way, they encounter strange creatures—both mythical and terrifying—and are faced with riddles and challenges designed to test their resolve. The forest, it seems, has its own secrets and a dark history tied to the Heartstone. As Elara and Alden journey through the temple, the challenges grow more intense, testing not only their physical endurance but also their emotional resilience. The temple’s illusions begin to prey on their deepest fears and regrets, challenging the bond they have formed. The deeper they go into the temple, the more they realize that the Heartstone isn’t just a powerful artifact—it is a sentient being that feeds off of the desires and fears of those who seek it. Elara, still haunted by her parents' mysterious disappearance, is confronted with visions of them—alive but lost to her in a world where the Heartstone’s power can bend time and reality. For a moment, she is tempted to seize the Heartstone to bring her parents back, but she is reminded of the cost: the stone's power would enslave her, slowly draining her essence until she becomes a mere shadow of the person she once was. The forest’s enchantment seems to push her toward this temptation, but her growing connection with Alden acts as a tether, preventing her from falling into the stone's seductive grasp. Alden faces an equally tormenting vision—one where he returns to the battlefield, but this time he does not abandon his family.

There is a girl I love, beyond measure, her name whispered in my every prayer. I sacrificed everything for her, and now I depart, my final act dedicated to her. In a realm beyond this life, if our souls should meet once more I pray earnestly for one thing—may the Divine decree that we never again walk the same path. Then why? “Excuse me? If you're done, can I use the tap?” Why did our path across again? If our fate was predetermined, why had I been granted this second chance? Why!? Why was I transported back to the past!?

At the dawn of existence, before the universe as we know it came to life, there was only silence. From this silence shadow was born, birthed from the stillness of the outer void. Then came the will of the Creator to bring life into the void. And with a burst of energy shaped Earth and humanity through what we now call the Primordial Eruption, birthing planets and painting existence with infinite possibilities. Alongside this explosion of creation, chaos was born. Light carried life to Earth but chaos seeped into its foundation and twisting the essence of life. For each time the world succumbed to chaos, it turned into a ruined world and regressed to a new dimension yet chaos began tearing them apart one by one. Shadow, the primordial guardian of silence sought to destroy chaos and purge its corruption from existence, but with it means to all dimensions of the earth itself. The Creator cast shadow into a deep slumber beneath the veil of illusion where it could no longer harm chaos and the life intertwined with it. — To restore balance, the mysterious organization Altiris, send participants into these ruined worlds to reignite life and repair the fractures of existence. Meanwhile, the demon realm had to maintained the balance within the Abyss of Illusion to prevent shadow from awaken. Kira, one of the participant that was trapped from a LARP events held by Altiris, finds herself struggling to manage her once given shadow power. Guided by a demon beast named Maerion, her path leads her to Demon King which might hold the key to her survival. Will they find a way to maintain harmony between shadow and chaos?

둥근 물고기. 꾸며낸. Ruin. Photo aren't mine.

"Ugh, why can't I just die in peace?!" Sugiyama Jo had a morbid plan: to join his family in death as soon as he graduates from high school. And now on his second year, this scheme of his is coming closer into becoming a reality. To him, pointless things such as youth and romance are but mere distractions that could potentially deviate him from his death. Which is why he abides by a strict code to never get involved in anything that will expose him to "a rose-filled youth". But it seems that fate had other plans. Due to the meddling of his guidance counselor, Jo now finds himself cascaded into a series of events that forces him into his "romantic comedy youth era". With his plan at risk of failing, Jo desperately tries to escape the clutches of youth.

In a world where cultivation is the key to survival, Yumen Ji struggles to find her place in a sect that values power above all else. But what seemed to be a long and arduous path toward mastering Qi soon turns into something much more complicated when a hidden system awakens within her, offering her a dangerous yet tempting power. As her body and mind reach their limits, Yumen must decide whether to trust this new force, which grants her control over illusions capable of altering reality, or risk it all in pursuit of becoming the most powerful cultivator the world has ever seen [I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com]

How would you feel when you died and saw yourself in the future but this future is not one you wished for even your enemy to wake up to. When Captain Aria, a decorated soldier medic, is killed in battle, she is mysteriously transported to a damaged future, where she must navigate through an apocalypse, she must confront her own mortality, and fight to restore hope in a desperate world. In the year 2024, Captain Aria , a highly skilled and fearless soldier medic was part of an elite special forces unit. During this critical mission, she was fatally wounded and left for dead. However, Aria's death is only the beginning as She was thrown through time and space to the year 2178, where a catastrophic apocalypse has transformed the world into a wasteland. Aria awakens in a harsh, unfamiliar landscape that has been scarred by environmental disasters, nuclear devastation, and mutated insects. The once blue skies is now a toxic haze that reeks of ash and smoke. Aria was determined to survive this apocalypse and as she struggles to survive with her marine skills, she discovers some scattered survivors and someone she held dear. *** Released times are every day. I might release from 1_4 chapters a day so expect to read continuously. hehe ******** NOTE: This book is participating in Cupid Quill October so please your vote, gifts and comments is deeply appreciated

“All these years I’ve been in a HOPE that… He’ll look at me with soft eyes He’ll smile at me He’ll care for me He’ll love me LIKE HER” Crystal Wayne was living and holding an illusion, an illusion of love that one day Lucas Wayne will reciprocate to her feelings. However, she never knew that the price she would pay for coming out from that illusion would be the lives of her family, friends and most importantly the sunshine of her life, Her daughter. God gave her another chance, a chance to fulfil the promise, do the compensations, return to those from whom she owe and take her revenge from those who betrayed her, who played with her. A life in which she was ready to dedicate herself for her loved ones and to unfold her life’s every mystery but what will happen when this time also not everything will go according to her? When, even with her best efforts she was unable to entangle herself from that man, what she would do?

Growing up on the streets of New Pandora after the usurption of Earth, John never expected anything good from life. He survived just to survive, no purpose in mind and no hope. However, even he did not anticipate Awakening and becoming a successor of the Gray Family - an elite family at the peak of the world wielding unimaginable power and wealth. He was born without a Gift and a curse that painted his hair black and filled his eyes with a bleak darkness. Watch as he reaches for the apex of existence and uncovers the hidden plot behind his curse. "In this sixth life, I will have it all!"

In a world that has crumbled under the weight of past mistakes, Arin, a twenty-year-old young man, paves his solitary way through the remnants of a civilization that has breathed its last. The earth, covered in layers of ash, seems like a mirror reflecting the hidden wounds deep within him. With each step his feet take on the rubble, a question echoes in the air, like an endless echo: Is it possible to escape the shadows of destruction, or does humanity carry within itself the ashes of its lost world?

The psychiatric hospital was always filled with stories—tragic, strange, and sometimes even beautiful in their brokenness. As a nurse working in a psych ward, Aurren form a deep, unspoken connection with a young woman in her 20s diagnosed with schizophrenia. Over time, he became her confidante, listening to her stories—whether real or distorted by her illness—and share quiet moments together, offering her comfort during her worst episodes. As she begins to improve, will his feelings for her blossom? or should it never start to begin with?

A boy, who was die hard fan of the pokemon franchise finds himself stuck in the world of his favorite video game. a reality? illusion? dream? or a simulation? He paves his way through the distorted timeline, figuring out the reason he was brought here. was it just a fluke? or a coincidence? or fate? He stares at the eyes of Arceus, demanding his answers.

A protege cleric and great healer is abused, beaten, and tortured by jealous people and after kidnapping his sister forces him down a terrible path or ruin, and somehow he finds friends along the way.