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Ariana, a kindhearted medical student with a bright future, has sworn off love after a betrayal that shattered her trust. Her days are consumed by her carefully structured world begins to shift when an enigmatic stranger walks into her clinic. Nathaniel Hayes, known to the public as the charismatic singer "Asher," hides behind his fame and a carefully constructed dual identity. Beneath the glamour of stardom lies a guarded heart, scarred by the pressure of a double life. When their paths cross unexpectedly, Ariana's warmth and sincerity begin to chip away at Nathaniel's walls, while his hidden world of music and fame beckons her into a life she never imagined. As their lives interwine, secrets unravel, trust is tested, and love blossoms in the most unexpected moments. But can two hearts, each carryingtheir own wounds, find harmony together? Set against the backdrop of a bustling city, The Melody of Healing is a tender tale of love, trust, and finding solace in the most surprising places.

Natovis, better known as the Layered City, has seen better days. The upper layers are still intact and still governed by the authorities, but they are nothing compared to what they used to be. Noone knows what goes on past the 8th floor down from the top. It is estimated that there could be thousands of floors. Things are so far declined that much of history and science is forgotten. People turn instead to speculation, legend, and outright guessing to explain the world and universe. Most do not even know how the city got there. There is a series of mysterious and unexplained disappearances, none of which have any evidence, except for one. The insolvency to fixing this problem shines light onto the civilizations decline. The public, led by some extraordinary individuals take action to both solve the mystery, and turn things around.

Years ago, in front of the public eye, a live broadcast worldwide shakes every city and every corner of the world "Brothers from all nations, we have kept our existence hidden for a long time and only reveal ourselves to the public today to announce our dissolution, the organization we kept on this world as deities, is definitively dissolved". Now years later, after wars and terrorism everywhere worldwide, the users of supernatural abilities have on them the eyes of the world, without the organization who kept their existence and powers under control the world has changed, placing those users on the center of attention. ----- Follow Mike Blood's journey, a supernatural ability user (or PhySEC user) of low utility and low potential, son of an unknown father and normal mother, he discovers that the normal life of his family wasn't as normal as he thought when his supposed deceased grandfather reveal a secret through a letter he leaves for Mike in an inheritance.

___Lost Notes___ In this age of superheroes, the public safety is at the hands of these all so powerful figures. Located in the metropolis of Condor is the worlds strongest hero, UltraMan. In his decade long carrier, he has destroyed multiple conspiracies started by the city's old elite, single handedly apprehended the mafias that encroached upon the weak and feeble and even stopped several alien invasions and infiltrations. It is safe to assume that such a man would have many enemies, but with skin that cannot be pierced by any earthly means and strength that puts the legends of old to shame, how can such a creature ever be defeated? If UltraMan wanted to, he could have conquered earth at any time. So why did he not? No one quite knows. '' In any regards, he is seen as the balancing force of the world. So what happens if he is removed from the picture? What if I removed him? How will the world live? How will "I" live? ....

Harper Wilson, a beautiful YouTuber, attractive woman, and very skilled writer, leads a seemingly uncomplicated life on the road with her campervan, documenting her travels and thrilling her loyal subscribers. But unknown to her followers, Harper have a secret that only a select few are privy to—she is married to Rachel Lee, the beautiful, stunning, with amazing smile, and very famous K-pop idol. Behind the glitz and glamour of Rachel's public persona lies a deeply personal and private life that she guards fiercely. Amidst the glimmering world of fame, Rachel and Harper have discovered a haven where they have nurtured a secret bond shielded from the intrusive gaze of the public. They carefully manage through the complexities of their different worlds, where the vibrant of celebrity clashes with the peacefulness of a nomadic life. However, Harper and Rachel face a devastating decision as the unforeseen danger of discovery approaches. Will they dare to expose the truth, potentially putting Rachel's career and their precious relationship at stake? Or will they continue to live in the shadows, protecting their fragile yet profound connection?

It all started when the protagonist downloaded a game called "The Fool (Beta Version)," marking a pivotal shift in the style of his life. This was no ordinary game; it lacked visuals and music, composed solely of lines of text and a multitude of choices. Yet, each decision within the game had the power to alter the player's destiny, for on the other side of the game lay a real, unknown world. Players were unable to physically enter this otherworld or see its landscapes, experiencing the alternate realm solely through text, vicariously living each step of their character's journey. As the game progressed, not only could rewards from the game materialize in the real world, but creatures from the game began to appear in reality as well. Then came the day the game was released for global public testing. An era quietly unfolded, where the masses embarked on explorations and treasure hunts in an alternate universe through 'textual adventure,' heralding a new chapter of engagement and discovery.

After crossing into the game world, Bai Yi noticed something was off with the timeline. It felt as if it had regressed from version 3.0 to a state just before the public beta. [The Dawn Rising BOSS template has been bound. After testing, the original BOSS Blood Prison Greedy Wolf has died. The new BOSS template is being generated. Please wait....] Bai Yi: ?? [You have created an exoskeleton mechanical device. Experience value +10,000, alchemy technology proficiency +100, skill point +1, additional experience +10,000.] Bai Yi: ??? So, BOSSes can also grant experience? As players arrived, they stared at their city lords, lost in thought. This game shouldn’t feel this real! It’s outrageous enough that the BOSS is the city lord. But what’s with the BOSS piloting a Gundam? THIS IS A TRANSLATION!!! Enjoy

"If only I knew that my going out will cost me from being a straight guy to be pursued and disturbed by a Rich Bent guy...I would not have thought of leaving my room to go and drink at a gay bar" Things to get complicated when Aiden begin to grow fond of Damien a business mafia and a public figure known to be a gay,Aiden finally knows that Damien is a rough precious diamond with a tough and rough life since childhood. Damien smith being a man feared by everyone who knows him also starts to have a soft spot for Aiden after he spent a night out with him As fate has it, no matter how Aiden ttys to avoid Damien, he just can't avoid him forever Will Aiden be able to accept his new sexual preference? will Damien be able to unfold his past? Find out in this exciting story

Raised to be the perfect soldier for battle, Alexander had risen to be the youngest S rank Merc. After attaining the strength he so desired, his adoptive father forcefully made him leave the battlefield. Alex unwilling to acknowledge his retirement was given a mission by his adoptive father. "The mission objective is to find a girl in the public High School you'll be attending and protect her." A familiar story a different route. The first part of the story will be similar with some newly added scenes as well as different choices. Note: Reading this or Adopted Soldier first will not ruin the experience.

Romance between a talented actress and an international film star: After film star Lai Thanh Long made his romance public, he posted two photos with his girlfriend on his microblog. One is many years ago, when the film star had just made his debut, he held a little girl's hand and smiled at each other on the lawn; and the other is a long time later, when a mature and handsome man embraced a young and beautiful woman and danced in the hall of clothes and sideburns. Ten years of time passed swiftly, Yixi never thought that the star that was out of reach at the beginning, eventually crossed the sea and landed in the palm of her hand.

Kane falls into insanity from craving purpose in his life. He becomes a violent schizophrenic and loses everything, but he can't decipher whether what happens is reality or not. He has no one and lives on the streets until his violent tendencies affect the public. He gets sentenced to life in prison and the decision to whether he gets transferred to a psych ward is interrupted by the apocalypse. A zombie virus spreads through the globe quickly and the remaining humans alive get desperate. Morals and ethics become non-existent, and high security prisons become testing labs for the remaining scientists looking to test their antidotes. It wasn't easy to find rats anymore, so human scum was the next best thing. Soon the prison gets raided by zombies, but not before Kane gets injected with the one and only dose of the antidote. But he comes to find that it isn't just an antidote.

A girl of a rich family. A guy of a richer family. A girl who hates love. A boy who longs for it. A girl who is free. A boy who is a prisoner. One day, their parents decided to arrange the marriage of those two in an attempt to gain money and power. To their displeasure, they are forced to play the act of a loving couple in front of the public. Their take on the news was rough, but their first meeting only made it tougher. for all they know, the other is completely different from themselves, leading to conflicts and words that cannot be taken back. Conflicts meet them at every turn, some in the form of each other, and some in the form of others. Will their act end in failure, or will it end up blooming into a blossom more beautiful than either of them could hope for? Only time can tell.

In a modern world where martial artists, corporations, and mercenaries dominate, Adam, a struggling orphan, awakens the **Wish System** on his 15th birthday—a power that lets him trade time for abilities, influence, and the chance to reshape lives. Using his own accumulated days for personal growth and borrowing years from others to grant public wishes, Adam rises from obscurity to create a secret club that challenges corrupt organizations and ruthless enemies.

There was no way to describe how Chiyo felt about him. Her Darling, her sweet boy. She knew it that she had no chance with her Darling, her childhood best friend, and only boy she ever met. So she decided to let her actions show her love to him. Chiyo a peasant girl in Japan yearned for a better life for years, she never thought she'd get a chance at a better life, until she was accepted to a prestigious Academy, with a scholarship on top of that. Will she let a better life upon herself, or will she stay wary and refuse such luxury? Ryan a Royal Prince from Canada decided to attended a prestigious Public Academy for fun! But it won't turn out to be so fun anymore, Ryan would regret that decision for decades to come. Will Ryan leave before the challenge, or will he take it upon himself to come out as the greatest?

In Under a tree, Jared is a 25 year-old boy who has spent his life in stagnation, living under the roof of his frustrated mother, aimless and overweight. After years of doing nothing with his life, Jared’s world is shattered when his mother throws him out, forcing him to survive on the streets with nothing but his wits and the food he can scavenge from the trash. His existence becomes a dull cycle of hunger and hopelessness, until one fateful night, as he eats leftover fried rice, he sees a mysterious commercial on a public screen: “Join today to be a villain!” These words ignite something deep within him. a spark of rebellion, ambition, and the possibility of transforming his life by embracing the dark side. Jared begins to wonder if, after a lifetime of being overlooked, becoming the villain might be the key to taking control of his future.

Seven years ago, the royal families of Helios and Anemoi were inseparable—until tragedy struck. After the death of Anemoi’s queen, Crown Princess Lyra Belle de Anemoi and her sister Astrid withdrew from public life, disappearing into obscurity. Now, their faces are forgotten, their presence a distant memory, and Lyra has refused to claim her rightful place as queen. When Dylan de Helios, the youngest prince of Helios, arrives in Anemoi on a diplomatic mission, he is determined to uncover the truth. Once close to Lyra, he longs to understand why she suddenly severed all ties, abandoning their cherished childhood bond. But as Dylan’s path intertwines with Lyra’s once more, long-buried secrets begin to surface. What happened during those lost years? Can Dylan and Lyra rebuild what was broken—or will their reunion spark something entirely unexpected? Step into a tale of loss, love, and the search for redemption in Rise of the Crown Princess.

In a dystopian future where Vampires emerged from the shadows in order to stop humanity from becoming extinct, a young woman with a dark past meets a charismatic stranger. As time goes by Private Love Aikawa of military unit 4-7, finds that she may not be as human as she first thought, and that humanity may not be the side that she should be fighting for. Battling rogue vampires, mutated creatures and her own past, Love works to unravel the mysteries behind the secretive Helsing unit. This novel starts intentionally slow through the exposition, everything kicks into gear in the latter half so hope you stick with it and enjoy the ride. I also added some song recommendations along the way to listen to whilst you read certain chapters, I hope this helps boost the experience. Public Spotify playlist for Volume 1 is under the name: TLAR - Book 1 https://open.spotify.com/playlist/07czy216X1xB6F1mfRtl31?si=3cff937234e64589 Please comment and vote for your favourite characters along the way :)

#Entertainment #Showbiz Viviana was one of the most hated actress ever recorded in the history of entertainment. The very mention of her name was a Scandal. All respectable male artists avoid being associated with her not to get caught up in the hype arranged by her company. But unknown to the public, Viviana was a voiceless canary in a golden cage, specially reared by the company to be a backdrop of their beloved Lyra to outshine. Viviana was holding on with the hopes that she could quietly leave the industry after her term of contract was done. But the greedy capitalist was not satisfied with that and schemed to ruin her to ashes. A leaked video of her 'bullying' Lyra made her company forced her to make a public apology to the so called victim. But there is a saying. "A cornered rat will bite the cat." Not to mention, Viviana was sleeping tigress... Before she had lost her passion and will... Her fire... Now that they intended to burn her down, she was not going down without a fight... A worst, she'd take them down with her..... }}=SNEAK PEEK={{ [ It was Christmas Eve. She was in his arms, under the cover of the dark moonless sky. Neither not minding the chilling snow underneath them. She told him then, "My life is filled with flaws. Meeting me has become the only imperfection in your otherwise perfect life." To which he stared into her eyes and gave her the sweetest kiss he had ever given. As if he was pulling her into his very soul and showering her with his endless warmth. "Well... You are the perfect imperfection I need in my life." ]

Julian Reaper is a normal highschool student...... or is he? Julian at a young age got kidnapped by a Mercenaries who killed his dad while camping in a forest, he then got trained by those mercenaries who kidnapped him for 2 years along with the other kids they kidnapped but, those mercenaries who kidnapped him got attacked by another mercenaries. Julian thought that it's an opportunity given by god for him to escape this hell but, he then got kidnapped again by those mercenaries who attacked the previous one he's in, the new mercenaries treat him as family, family he believe he's not gonna experience again. but after 13 years of being dead in the public or so they thought, Julian's family learned that he is not dead yet so they took him again and leave a happy with him...... is that really what happened? well let's find out after he found a certain guy and became friends with him to start their new adventure!

Survival. It was the one thing that all humanity strived to achieve. After a randomly occurring event unknown to the general public caused a young nobody by the name of Alsvid to be teleported to another world. He has to strive to survive in this new world with danger around every corner.

Emily is a bold and beautiful woman who is thrust into the chaotic world of public scrutiny when her relationship with playboy artist Ryan becomes the talk of the town. After a scandalous revelation of her past, Emily flees to Florida, where fate leads her to Nicholas Blanco, a grieving billionaire who unknowingly becomes her father and unwavering support. While Emily rebuilds her life, Ryan is lost without her, only to find himself in a toxic relationship with a manipulative model. Years later, a business collaboration forces Emily and Ryan to face their unresolved feelings, but old wounds and jealousies threaten their second chance at love. As Emily and Ryan navigate the dangers of their past, Emily must confront the heartbreaking loss of her father and the perilous schemes of Ryan’s jealous baby mama. Will Emily take Ryan back? will she overcome the danger that lurks around her love with Ryan?

Episode publication--- One episode every Monday. In a realm divided by warring factions and treacherous landscapes, the Postknights are an elite order tasked with maintaining communication and commerce across the land. To the outside world, they are mere delivery agents, but their role is vital in sustaining peace and unity. Facing challenges such as bandit attacks, magical creatures, and natural disasters, Postknights must rely on their wit, courage, and skills to complete their missions. Solis, a young but tenacious recruit, dreams of proving himself as a Legendary Postknight. Unlike others, Solis isn’t a prodigy in strategy or combat, but his unwavering determination and innovative thinking make him stand out. The story of Postknight explores themes of perseverance, teamwork, and the unyielding spirit of individuals who bridge divides, no matter the cost.

Loved by Logan Maverick, who is seven years younger than her, Grace finds it hard to accept his love—especially since she has been married before, while Logan is a rising model in the spotlight. However, as time passes and Logan’s persistence grows, her heart softens, and she begins to see him as her last hope. Insecurity constantly plagues her, particularly since Logan is a famous model with many fans and always pursued by paparazzi. She tries to distance herself multiple times, but Logan holds her back, even making their relationship public, leaving her with no way to escape. Yet, this only brings her waves of criticism from Logan’s fan, who mock her for her age and social status. On top of that, she must deal with Logan's childish, emotional, mischievous, and selfish behavior, making the relationship feel toxic. Will she be able to endure? Or will Logan keep holding on to her? Will his reckless behavior drive Grace away in the end?

In the breathtaking landscapes of El Nido, Palawan, Angeli, a misunderstood local girl, finds herself entangled with Miyo, a wealthy vlogger seeking escape from his fabricated life. What begins as a clash of worlds evolves into a tender romance, challenged by family secrets, jealous rivals, and the relentless glare of fame. As Angeli uncovers her true identity and Miyo faces the cost of his public persona, both must decide: can they choose love over fame and embrace the life they truly desire?

Have you ever thought about how your life would turn out at the age of 18? Well before I could even say that I was an adult to even say I was going to conquer it. The world had seemed to already be determined of what mine and the rest of humanity would be when the first Leviathans was made public to our world.

Vishnu is old detective who is former member of Indian Army and RAW.Who suddenly went missing after making his First Indian Private Crime investigating Company. He comeback after 4 years to solve a murder case.He was solving case from shadows and do not accepting to solve Case which was Solving by police or any other government Department.But Indra request him to solve his last case in front of public.

Jordan Jude is a successful billionaire CEO. He has power, money, and a good reputation. But Jordan has one secret, a secret he kept hidden from everyone: he's gay. However, his life falls apart when news of his romantic relationships with men becomes public. His company’s stock falls, investors leave, and the media attacks him. Jordan sees his business begin to fail. To save his company and image, his father suggests a bold idea: Jordan should hire a fake bride. A fake marriage with a woman can help quiet the critics and rebuild his public image. Jordan dislikes this plan, but he feels he has no choice.

The Story begins after the events of HTTYD 2 movie. Zoya, the MC of this fanfic, was reincarnated as a young Night Fury. Follow her as she adapts to her new reality and faces adversity to find a place for herself in the complex dynamic of humans, dragons and everything in between. --- This is my first story on this platform and any overall that I publicated in any way, so do keep that in mind. I also write it most for myself so don't expect regular updates. Anyways, if you're staying, then have a nice read. --- Also this is not my original idea, but my take on a fanfic by Majo_Kuro_Akuma that has been dropped for around one year as I write this (title: Not so tamable). Therefore first chapters are quite similar. Book Cover by GoT-God from Pinterest

Klaus Rashi, a 15-year-old boy, lives in a twisted world ruled by the Royal Government. The Royal Government have special powers bestowed upon them known as Supreme Commands, by God, and are truly malevolent in their deeds. They spare no one who dares cross them. People are heavily restricted and forced to labor for them among many other things. Klaus is no ordinary boy; however, he seeks vengeance against the Royal Government for their cruel methods and plans to unveil all the secrets they have kept from the public. Was the world always this way? Is God who we think they are? Note - chapters may go through edits (mainly just removing overly graphic details, unnecessary words, etc)

In modern times, a charming female musician somehow had her soul transmigrated and was then forced to become a "public" disciple of the Second Immortal Sect. Helplessly and shamelessly, she got involved in the chaos among the Six Realms. Since she had changed from an excellent and law-abiding citizen to a criminal, and was born a useless dreg in the path of cultivating immortality, did she still need to have a bottom line in life? Who says that the Great Way is ruthless? Those silly guys are actually having a harmonious and enjoyable time together. Our immortal-cultivating life: Hilarious! Defying the heavens! Full of joy! And with a touch of slyness!