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Fet and Shalam find themselves in desperate situations. Fet is trapped in a prison, with no knowledge of how he got there or how long he will be there. Meanwhile, Shalam is being held captive by insect-like creatures and forced to do their bidding. Desperate to escape, she finds herself in a dangerous situation as she is sent on a mission to map the remaining part of a mysterious land called the Node. As they struggle to survive in their respective predicaments, Fet and Shalam's paths eventually cross, and they must work together to overcome the challenges that lie ahead. With danger lurking at every turn, past reconnecting with the present, and the present changing the future, the stakes are getting higher than ever. Will they be able to make it out of the Node alive? Drifter Omnibus: Shalam is a gripping tale of survival, magic, and the (un)breakable human spirit. --- The story is told from the perspective of Fet, who for some reason is also the author of the book. by sending me a (Neorealist) weekly journal written in a magical format and device, to which I cannot share more details on what and how I can translate it into what Fet calls Earth Tongue (it's just English) for public consumption. Though, I am not sure how long will he keep on sending me his journals, I do not know. For now, I have been translating them so that we can all enjoy the process of finding his lost memory. --- Also, there is no tentative date of release yet. But I am making sure to translate the journal as rapidly as I can. --- Note from the Author: The story is based on true events unless 'says otherwise'. However, please note that any resemblance to actual events, living or dead, on Earth or across the Pan universe, is or are purely coincidental. The author takes no responsibility for any consequences that may arise from reading this story, including but not limited to the desire to become a wizard, join a fellowship, start a quest to destroy a magical ring, or sign a petition reinstating Henry Cavill's back as the Witcher. Note from the Translator: I say otherwise.

Previously [The Tales of The Child Who Went From Nothing To Become Great Hero] Deleted (Wrong Contest) skull Follow the story of the protagonist, who started as a poor and lonely individual after his village was destroyed by monsters, and rose to become the greatest Beast Master of all time! "I never asked you to form a contract with me!" "But you're a good person, and I like that." And just like that, the Slime Prince suddenly became his first Beast. ------- DimensionalEater (love)

Synopsis for The Progenitor In a rain-soaked city teetering on the edge of ruin, Yun Tae-min discovers a mysterious journal that writes his life’s events before they happen. The journal foretells not only his death but reveals an unsettling truth: his future self has become a twisted, malevolent villain bent on reshaping reality. Pursued by shadowy assassins and hunted by entities who call him the Progenitor, Tae-min is thrust into a deadly game of fate and power. The journal is both his curse and his weapon, granting glimpses into the future but pulling him closer to the destiny he fears most. As he uncovers buried secrets about his identity and the origins of the Progenitor, Tae-min must navigate a labyrinth of allies, enemies, and ancient forces that defy comprehension. But every choice he makes seems to lead him closer to the dark path his future self has already walked. Can Yun Tae-min break free from the chains of his predestined fate? Or is he doomed to become the monster he’s destined to fight? In a world where the lines between hero and villain blur, the greatest battle may be against himself.

In this world, ascending to upper realms was a matter of resources and ability. No matter the status or power level, if you have the money and the willingness to, you can live in any realm of your choosing. However, the higher the realm, the more power there is to tap into and cultivate. However, a devastating war led to a change in the rules. Who is brave enough to seek the Supremacy and rule the world? By: Jerlani

The title pretty much says it all. This is the journal of Jane Brown. Each journal entry may be very short or very long. Entries may be close together or far apart. It depends on when and if Jane decides to or remembers to update her journal. If ever. Just like most of the non-diary or journal writer keepers out there - or uninspired authors. Yep. Warning: VERY SLOOOW updates. This is a story written on a whim. Let's see how long the inspiration will last for. This style of writing is somewhat experimental. Disclaimer: This is a work of FICTION and is not based on any one person. Any portrayal of real people or real events (excluding some major world events) is entirely accidental and coincidental. It is in not in any way, shape of form meant to be a commentary on anyone or anything, even less on current issues in society. This is literally meant to be boring (hence the ordinary title) without being too boring. It is just about the average slow paced life and interests of an average person. (Not meant for and not interested in contracting.)

Collection of my Oneshot Entries in every contests I joined.

"Eclipsed Realms: Chronicles of the Veilborn" Seventeen-year-old Kael Veyrin has always felt like an outsider in his quiet village, haunted by the mysterious disappearance of his mother and plagued by dreams of a world that doesn't exist. But when he stumbles upon an ancient journal filled with cryptic runes, his life takes an unexpected turn. The journal is a key to The Veil, a mystical realm teetering on the edge of destruction. Drawn into a world of shadowy creatures, enigmatic guardians, and powerful shards that hold the essence of balance, Kael discovers a truth that shatters his reality—he is Veilborn, a rare soul bound to both worlds. Joined by his loyal but skeptical best friend, Aryn, Kael must navigate the ever-changing landscapes of The Veil, battling deadly foes and uncovering secrets about his mother’s fate. As they seek the seven shards needed to restore balance, they face impossible trials, malevolent forces, and a darkness that threatens not only The Veil but also their own world. In a race against time, Kael must embrace his destiny, wield the light within him, and unravel the mystery of the Veil’s ancient power. But with every step closer to the truth, the shadows grow stronger—and not everyone can be trusted. Will Kael and Aryn be able to piece together the shattered realms before the darkness consumes everything? Or will the cost of their journey prove too great to bear? "Eclipsed Realms: Chronicles of the Veilborn" is a tale of friendship, sacrifice, and self-discovery, set in a world where light and shadow are forever intertwined.

While scavenging through the scrapyard, Godan stumbled upon an old, weathered journal. His heart raced as he opened it, revealing handwritten notes about the 'Water Goddess Stone'—a fabled relic whispered about in the shadows of Somara. What seemed like a forgotten book soon unraveled into a gateway to danger, pulling Godan and his two friends, Marta and Jomie, into a thrilling and treacherous quest that would change their lives forever.

a Hikikomori name Vincent wrote his journey in his diary after humanity abandoned him, because he did not know the information that everyone had left Earth to look for a new planet to replace Earth which was about start countdown to doomsday he survived nothing more than to await his death

In a remote village nestled within a forgotten valley, ancient secrets stir as Elara, a young historian, unearths a centuries-old journal. The journal's cryptic entries speak of a hidden treasure guarded by mystical forces. As Elara delves deeper into the valley's history, she encounters enigmatic villagers, unexplained phenomena, and a guardian spirit bound to protect the valley's secrets. Torn between her thirst for knowledge and the unforeseen dangers, Elara embarks on a journey that will reshape her understanding of history, destiny, and the true meaning of discovery.

Sunz was born with an unknown ability given only a sword from birth but had no idea of what to do, until one faithful day his ability got reawakened and it's his choice to live his old life or explore his new one with the help of his friend Jihu. At first, Sunz was invited by Jihu to see his Grandpa's tournament in Korea. But the invitation as a Visitor soon changed to an invitation as a Contestant. Now having a chance to compete at Jihu's Grandpa's tournament to find the next member of the Water Clan. But to have a chance at competing in the tournament Sunz needs to win against one of the Inspector. Even if he can defeat the Inspector, can he defeat the other Contestants, who are there for the same reward? An inexperienced nobody joining the World of Experts. Can he survive or will he die without achieving ANYTHING?

Just more old journal entries of mine, but this time things are a bit more...weighty? Complicated? These journals were written 12 years after those of Volume 1! Let us cringe a little more. Maybe a little less? Looking back now, I wasn't that naive...was I? *Names will be omitted and replaced with "XXXXX" in order to keep some semblance of privacy.*

A collection of old journals for a child that was never born, and still has yet to be.

After losing her husband, Queen Ana Sofia seeks a new king through a grand tournament. Amidst the competition, she finds unexpected love with a mysterious contestant. But as their romance blossoms, political intrigue and betrayal threaten to tear them apart. Will Ana Sofia choose love over duty, or will the demands of the kingdom force them apart?

+Note: The novel will be paused for updates to the storyline. Thank you for your understanding. A group of unsuspecting students is caught in a deadly contest where lives are at stake and time is running out. They must uncover the truth behind the sinister "Cinderella's Palace." As rain pours and thunder roars, Yuki finds herself in a Jinro Game reminiscent of a Japanese drama she watched. The villagers need to identify the wolves to save themselves, but in this game, distinguishing between the fake and real wolves is crucial for her survival. What if she draws the wolf card?

A Love Written in Time When Elena discovers a centuries-old journal hidden in her grandmother’s attic, she is captivated by the heartfelt entries of a man named Julian Montgomery, who lived in 1842. The journal speaks of a timeless love and hints at the existence of a key capable of bending time itself. Though skeptical, Elena begins experiencing vivid dreams of Julian and a life that feels achingly familiar, as if they are fragments of a past she’s never lived. Compelled to uncover the truth, Elena follows the journal’s cryptic instructions to an ancient clock tower. What begins as a curious adventure turns into a life-altering moment when she unlocks the gates of time and is transported to the 19th century. There, she comes face to face with Julian—the man who has haunted her dreams. As Elena and Julian's connection deepens, they realize their love is no coincidence but part of a fate that has tied their souls together across centuries. Yet, the fabric of time is fragile, and every moment they steal together threatens to unravel their worlds. Pursued by forces determined to restore the timeline and haunted by the risk of losing each other forever, they must make a choice: stay together and risk destroying everything, or let time tear them apart. A sweeping tale of passion, sacrifice, and the enduring power of love, A Love Written in Time asks one profound question: how far would you go for the love of your life?

For more R-18 lewd and depravities check out my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/YuujiEveryleaf An old man dies, torn by regret. Due to his high karma, he has "near-limitless possibilities for reincarnation". He chooses to reincarnate in a fantasy world as a voluptuous futanari succubus with big tits and an irresistible smile. 1st place winner of ScribbleHub's Metus Writing Contest. Discussion and updates: https://discord.gg/SbZe2qv

Ethan Holloway, a 16 year old boy discovers an old, mysterious diary in their attic. At first, it seems like a typical journal with entries about mundane events. But soon, the diary starts updating itself with new entries that appear after the protagonist reads it. The entries reveal dark secrets about a series of disappearances in the town’s past, with disturbing details that seem to mirror Ethan's current life.

Julie Ward is an author who was starting her third novel when her family was in a fatal car accident. While grieving she is struggling to start and finish her novel, until her agent reaches out with an amazing opportunity to do a book signing and book contest at a local bookstore. The catch is the contest winner is someone from Julie's past. Can Julie and the person from her past move forward for the sake of their novel?

|R18+| Welcome to SkinDimensional's hottest new reality show! This season we've scattered a group of ordinary human role-playing game enthusiasts across a unique world of supernatural horror, filled martial arts, monsters, and sexy mayhem. If they ever want to get home, they'll have to play along with our naughty little game! Follow our hero, James Li, as he dives into the grim underworld to grow stronger and make a name for himself. Does he have what it takes to reunite with his friends? Updating daily for now! This story is equal parts martial arts comedy harem romance and supernatural urban horror thriller, with plenty of erotica throughout. I promise it works. You can expect all of the many genres to be the tone/mood at some point in this story. Currently, the love scenes have all been very romantic and fairly vanilla, though things will get freakier as the story progresses. You can expect: - Male protagonist focus with occasional Interludes from other perspectives - Genuine romance between the MC and the women in his life - Slow corruption of moral standards, and a kind of gradual, creeping horror, like faces in the corner of the room at night that only grow more distinct as your eyes adjust to the light - Comedy and hijinks! There are character images and more on my Patreon.

"Have you heard, that the CEO of Preston Group is the new investor in this show? He's even the chief guest of the final round." "What are you talking about? I heard that the CEO of Preston Group is devilishly handsome and he never attended any public program let alone a fashion contest. So, why he is suddenly so interested in our show?" "Maybe he has some secret relationship with one of the contestants?" "God knows who is the lucky girl to have such a handsome and rich boyfriend." Chloe was listening to the conversation of her fellow contestants but she didn't give much attention to them. She had only one thing on her mind, to win the contest at any cost. Chloe Tyler was once a famous model in the fashion industry of LA but she left her passion for the sake of her fiance. But her damsel of a distressed fiance betrayed her with her best friend and the famous model Jane Richards. Her fiance kept her standing in the register's office on their wedding day. When Chloe thinks she has to return empty-handed from the register's office, a stranger approaches her with a contract marriage proposal as his partner also betrayed him. Chloe got married to a stranger and they went on their different ways after that. She swore to take revenge on her enemies and go after her passion of becoming the top model again. But she never thought that she would meet her mysterious husband again and find out that he's the most famous billionaire and CEO of LA. What will happen when her mysterious husband approaches her and asks her to be his real wife? Will Chloe fall in love with her mysterious husband?

|2021 VERSION| |25X WATTPAD FEATURED · 2X SPOLIGHT STORY · SHORTLISTED FOR THE SEASONAL CONTESTS!| Mateo Brook, a young Pinta Park Ranger, must learn the legend of the Green Guardian to save the Paperblank Forest from a ruthless basilisk. What starts as an enjoyable mission soon becomes a matter of life or death. *** The fae are an ancient race in Pinta Country, but no fairy is as old as the Green Guardian. Sixty years ago, she trapped a little boy in time. Now she begs for the Pebble Masters to rescue them. Eleven-year-old Evie Amanda Madison and twenty-one-year-old Mateo Brook are part of a specialized camp aimed at training aspiring Pinta Park Rangers. Evie, who has a dream to be just like her hero, Ranger Anthony, is unaware of the danger she is about to walk into. There is a basilisk loose in the Paperblank Forest. It's a creature of old magic that dates as far back as the Green Guardian herself. Together with a talking Red-Crowned Crane, John, and Pinta's young king, Benjamin, Evie and Mateo must find a way to free the time travelers if there is any hope to defeat the monster. Little do they know that this is all part of a prophecy-a prophecy held dearly to the people of Paperblank Village. Sixty years ago, history changed forever. A dark shadow is looming over Pinta Country, but Evie and Mateo are the only ones who can reverse the past.

A young adult woman runs away from home one early morning about a month after she turns eighteen in order to once and for all escape the constant mental, emotional, and physical abuse of her father, and the unconventional lifestyle that came with living under his roof that resulted in a controlling and dysfunctional family dynamic throughout the immediate family. As she takes small steps of her own to start her own life, Kathryn learns just how complex the outside world can be, what with knowing who to call your friends, the dating scene, mental health issues, and keeping oneself safe from danger, regardless of what form it takes. With each passing experience, Kathryn writes journal entries to her mother, detailing her experiences, the life she wanted to have, and an ultimate wish in the end. Dearest Mother is a tale about complex behaviors, feelings, and decisions, that are seldom talked about in today's world.

A romantic story about how two monsters fall in love: Joseph, the werewolf, falls in love with Angelica, the vampire, after she beats him and his sister in a singing contest. After buying a necklace that glows when his mood changes, Joseph accidentally turns himself into a werewolf. Once he turns himself a werewolf, Angelica calls her vampire friends to destroy him, but once Angelica falls in love with Joseph, she tries to save him from her werewolf-hunting vampire friends with Joseph's sister and best friend.

Daniel thought he had found the love of his life in Elena, a woman whose beauty and intelligence seemed almost otherworldly. But their marriage is far from a fairytale. When he discovers a cryptic journal hidden among her belongings, Daniel unravels a chilling truth: Elena once made a pact with the Watchers, mysterious and powerful entities that feed on human emotions and manipulate fate. As the couple delves deeper into Elena's past and the legacy of her enigmatic mentor Gabriel, they uncover a web of ancient secrets, dangerous artifacts, and a pendant that holds the key to breaking the Watchers' hold. Pursued by the Watchers’ ruthless enforcer Elias and haunted by visions of Gabriel, Daniel and Elena must face unimaginable choices. Will their love survive the truth, or will the Watchers consume them both? Love in the shadows is a supernatural thriller about love, betrayal, and the cost of freedom from forces beyond comprehension.

Journal entries of a Nobody - I found this journal in the middle of the night on my night stand - there was only one entry in it. As I live alone, I was terrified. As days went by, I found more entries in the journal... then i was scared but I started to believe in magic....The cover of the Journal is Pure Black Leather with the terms Angel & Demon stitched on it with blood red glass-like thread - Thus, MAGIC!

Aeris, a young scholar, discovers an ancient journal filled with cryptic symbols and forgotten history. Despite his best efforts, he cannot decipher its contents, yet he feels a deep connection to the book, as though it was meant for him. As strange events begin to unfold around him, Aeris finds himself drawn into a mystery that stretches across time, with forces far older and more powerful than he ever imagined. The journal may hold the key to a secret that could change everything, but Aeris must first uncover its truths—and face the dangers that lie ahead.

Leon, who suddenly died from the wear and tear of his corporate drone life, got a second chance in America. This time he wanted to live a different life and incidentally find out just how far human limits could go. ---------- Featuring: Riding, Running, Arm-wrestling competitions, Titan Games, Slapping Contests, Strongman Competitions, UFC Mixed Martial Arts

Set in the late 1950s, Just Focus On Me is a poignant queer tale inspired by beloved titles such as Nana, Banana Fish, Heartstopper, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, and Fellow Travelers. Through the journals of Victoria Payne and Jane Myers, we follow their journey alongside their friends as they navigate the complexities of love and self-acceptance.
 Amid societal expectations and the weight of religious trauma, Victoria and Jane must confront their feelings for each other while grappling with the pressures of conformity. As they explore the true meaning of love, they learn to embrace their identities and support one another in a world that often feels hostile, discovering that that love is not just about romance; it's about friendship, acceptance, and the courage to be true to oneself.

"To be in control of destiny is to understand the laws of nature and the course of human consciousness. To lose sight of consciousness is to fall into the absence of self-awareness and stray from the path of universal equilibrium." "Did you get that, Ultrix? Or are you too busy setting the workshop on fire again?!" -------------------------------------------------- This novel is for the Writing Contest 104.