Teddy Bear Melanie Martinez Slowed

In The Shadows' Burden: The one Who Bears All, the story follows Umbra, an enigmatic and immensely powerful god known for his boundless love and unshakable will. As the strongest among the gods, Umbra stands apart, choosing not to wield his power for harm, which earns him the deep love and loyalty of the people. This adoration, combined with the unwavering support of the Shadows—his devoted followers—fuels the envy and resentment of other gods who feel threatened by his unbreakable will. Unable to tarnish Umbra's character directly, these jealous gods conspire to alter time itself, manipulating both past and future events to rewrite the truth of who Umbra truly is. They influence the very narration of his story, casting doubt on what is real and what is fabricated. As part of their scheme, they force Umbra into a relentless cycle of reincarnation, subjecting him to endless forms of suffering before each rebirth. Each life brings its own torment, compelling him to bear the weight of existence in all its forms. As we travel through Umbra's lives with him, we will encounter an array of overpowered characters, each with their own unique abilities and motivations. The veil of deception slowly lifts, revealing hidden truths and a complex past shaped by betrayal, love, and resilience. Ultimately, The Shadows' Burden becomes a powerful exploration of faith, truth, and the relentless pursuit of self-discovery amid a universe determined to hide it.

Samael was a spirited young man with a passion for adventure, surrounded by three inseparable friends: Mavis, Adam, and Rose. Together, they spent most of their time dreaming about the future. Tragically, their lives take a sudden turn when a devastating accident claims them all. The refreshing start of their new journey would bring the variable challenges they had to go through. But in the midst of it, a weird window played an important part in the story. .......[System Synchronisation: Begins] ° ° ° ......[System Synchronisation: Completed] *********** First, I admit that writing a synopsis isn’t my strength. Second, updates will be slow, so please bear with it. Third, I want you to give this novel at least 20 chapters before judging or dropping it. And Last but not least, thank you for giving my story a chance! :)

Frudi Rivera, the determined heir to the Rivera mafia empire, challenges the status quo by seeking to lead her family's organization in a male-dominated world. Her father, Francisco "Cisco" Rivera, assigns her to spy on the rival Martinez family, where she meets Dylan Martinez, the charismatic and rebellious son of Tristan Martinez. Despite their families' animosity, Frudi and Dylan embark on a passionate love affair, but their loyalty is tested when Frudi chooses duty over heart. As Frudi delves deeper into the rivalry between their families, she uncovers shocking secrets, including her mother's true identity as the leader of the Hermosa Lorena family, the source of the longstanding feud. Dylan, struggling with his own identity and responsibilities, discovers Tristan Martinez is his uncle, not his father. Torn between loyalty and love, Dylan must navigate his feelings for Frudi and his family's expectations. As tensions escalate, Frudi faces challenges from rival families, internal power struggles, and heartbreak. Dylan must confront his family's secrets and the truth about his own identity.

|Stripper×Mafia boss×CEO| [Volume one: Heaven's hell] "On your knees," he said and she did as ordered. He tied a silk cloth around her eyes to make sure that she can't look at him while he fucks her. She feels disrespected every time he does this but who was she to deny him when he has her heart in his palms? "Can you kiss me today, please?" she begged but her begging didn't matter. It was only returned with a smack on her ass as a punishment. "You know that I don't kiss. Stop making silly demands or you can leave." "I am sorry, master." That's how it was; she wasn't respected enough, but still, she couldn't leave. He had her heart while she was just a booty call. She would endure everything just to get some more time with him but still, she wasn't appreciated. And when she finally decides to move on, he is on his knees, begging her to stay. And what was the 'so-called handsome CEO' doing in the orphanage where she goes every now and then? He couldn't seem to tear his eyes away from her. The once ignored girl was now being chased by two important figures and everyone started calling her 'The irresistible slow poison' On top of everything, the cute children were there to make things a thousand times better. Her besties were her protectors. They gave her so much happiness and love that she forgot all of her pain. Yet there's someone after her life. Unexpected things start to happen one after another. A book with diverse cultures, races, and love and full of angst. Fast-paced but also a slow burn. PS: the cover isn't mine.

[SSS-Rank Legacy Awakened!] [Dragon Lord Legacy fully awakened!] Greg was just an avid 35-year-old gamer whose passion for video games was getting slowed down by age, till he became Aldric Stormrider. ‘Wait, I got transmigrated into the world of Dragon Souls?!’ 1 mission was all it took. 1 mission and Greg became Aldric Stormrider, the owner of an incredibly rare SSS-Rank legacy in the fantasy world of Dragon Souls, a legacy that gave him 100% chance of taming any Dragon in the world. Watch Greg navigate through his new life as Aldric Stormrider to become the God of beast tamers.

A man who has chosen a different, slower path. Most active players who haven't given up on completing the game go to higher floors soon after they get unlocked, if not immediately. However, the main character realizes that there must be a reason each world is so large and detailed. There must be a reward for exploring a world, even if it has been cleared after defeating the main boss monster. And so, he decides to stay and do what he has always loved to do in video games, explore and discover. To embark on an epic adventure. Or maybe he was simply scared in the early stages of the game. This is a deadly game after all, one in which millions are trapped.

Kai was a young coffee enthusiast who dreamed of opening his own coffee shop, a place where he could pour his passion into every cup and create a welcoming space for everyone. But fate had other plans. When he dies heroically saving a stranger, Kai finds himself reincarnated in a medieval fantasy world, where magic, mythical creatures, and unfamiliar customs are part of daily life. In this new world, Kai is given a mysterious store system that lets him open his long-dreamed-of coffee shop, complete with the ability to unlock unique, magical ingredients. Starting from scratch, he sets up a humble stand and begins crafting coffee blends that soon catch the attention of villagers. His signature brew, the calming Silverleaf coffee, becomes an instant hit, drawing people from beyond the village, even attracting an alchemist interested in a partnership. As word of his coffee shop spreads, Kai’s Brew becomes more than just a business—it becomes a haven for all who pass through. Along the way, Kai navigates the challenges of a fantasy world, forming bonds with quirky villagers, collaborating with local adventurers, and exploring rare ingredients that lend his brews magical effects. Through each cup he serves, Kai finds purpose, friendship, and a chance to live his dream of creating the perfect coffee experience—one brew at a time. "A Slow Life Coffee Tale in Another World" is a cozy, heartwarming journey of finding purpose, building community, and making dreams come true, no matter the world.

As she felt rejected and unwanted, The little lady, choose to wander of alone, as her teddy bunny her only companion, traveling a world and filling in her curiosity, about the beauty of the other realms that she will venture to. "I, one day, will find a place that I will feel safe, and accepted"

Pain is real! Roselle Grey has always known pain is real but feeling the pain is different. Not physically but emotional pain. .... Roselle Grey is a 22-year-old Melanie beauty, all her life she has been judged for her skin. Her parents are white, but her dad has African blood in him, so she understands where she got the color from. She has always lived her life remotely boring, but all changed when the light in her life died. The only person apart from her parents that never judged her, the only person who understands her quietness, the only person who makes her day worthy of living, Lovette Grey, her younger sister. She died of a stray bullet which was shot during a raid between some thieves and the police. If that wasn't enough to make dear Roselle in pain, her family decided to move far from home Canada to Italy far from where the memory of her sister lies, but does she have a choice? No But what Roselle didn't think she was going to find was Love in the country of Italy. Or did she mistake pity for love? ... Leonardo King A man every lady wishes to be with Handsome, rich and polite He's every woman's dream. What happens when he sees a Melanie lady and his heart couldn't stop thumping? Is this what they call love at first sight? But he knows he couldn't do anything about it because he is engaged or is he? . . . . OH, did I add that there are some juicy African cultures to be discovered in some chapters.

Once a prosperous and thriving kingdom, the Celerian Empire suffered greatly under the rule of its new King, Alistair Vladen. Under the tyrannical rule of their ruler, it's people cry out in agony, bearing their burdens in anguish. However, even in this time of despair, a tiny ray of hope lingers, a hope that a "savior" would rise to liberate them from the clutches of tyranny. *** Years after the assasination of his family at the hands of the now King Vladen, Rhys Galahad, sole survivor of the previous Royal family and rightful heir to the throne, sets out to reclaim his birthright and return tranquiliity to the fallen Celerian Empire . Aided by friends he makes along the way, Rhys' path is set to be a long and treacherous one. Will he make it through? Enjoy PS: Hope you all enjoy my first book on this platform. The story might be rather slow-paced, especially with the first couple of chapters but it gets better with time, trust me.

"This way, nobody will suspect that you don't live in my room." Nicholas gestured discreetly. "Thank you, Elder Brother. Can I borrow some books from your study?" Sarah asked while expressing her gratitude for his thoughtfulness. "Help yourself." Nicholas nodded with a warm smile. "Elder Brother, from now on, you are my favorite!" Sarah's face broke out into a smile. Nicholas gently patted her head. As it was getting late, Sarah bid farewell to Nicholas before she cheerfully crossed the secret passage and slipped into her own room. Nicholas's gaze lingered on the painting, hiding a secret passage between two rooms, his thoughts drifting. As the days passed, he grew accustomed to the subtle sounds emanating from the other side of the wall. Sarah's gentle voice humming a soft tune, her gentle whispers as she read a book, her excited exclamations when she came across an interesting scene, the soft rush of water when she showered, the soft music drifting from her cassette player, her occasional light coughs when she was under the weather, and the muffled noises of the TV when she watched movies or news. This quiet intimacy created a sense of familiarity, and Nicholas found himself anticipating Sarah's daily rhythms. What would today bring? The soft melody of her laughter or the absorbed silence of her reading, or maybe her gentle humming? Only time would tell.

In the year 2049, humanity is on the brink of extinction due to World War III. Dr. Akira, a young, brilliant doctor, realizes there’s little hope left for Earth. However, due to his skills and a stroke of luck, he’s chosen by a billionaire to join a crew on a journey to leave the planet and start anew on Mars. But as they attempt to depart, things go bad. A strange phenomenon throws them off course, leaving them stranded on an unknown planet teeming with strange creatures. While struggling to survive, Dr. Akira manages to kill a small, slimy creature, triggering an unexpected notification from a mysterious system: [System Interface Initiated. Welcome, First Tamer of Archeon. You have bonded with the Slime Species. Status: Beast Tamer Primus. Ability Unlocked: Universal Taming. Special Privilege: Evolution Path Unlocked.] With his newfound powers, Akira sets out to explore, uncovering the secrets of Archeon, the strange system, and the truth behind their arrival on this mysterious world. -------------------------------------------------------- [WebNovel Rising Star II Participation] If you like the story, please make sure to support it! If you don't, feel free to let me know in the comments. I'll do my best to improve. Thank you!

You have heard that the weak, quiet kid can be dangerous, but do you believe it? When Dante's father suddenly moves them to NYC he already knew it won't be easy after living in a small countryside all his life. He isn't exaggerating because Dante Martinez has always been a weakling. He never defends himself. He is a nerd who rambles a lot about science when he is nervous and the unlucky him has a half sight which means he needs his glasses to even see well making him the perfect target for his bullies. Rumors of aliens trying to invade the world turns into a new sensation but many people thought it was all a lie. But when Dante uses a perfume he found in a waste bin and accidentally awakens his superpowers, he realizes the rumor is true. If he doesn't use his power, the whole human existence will be wiped off by aliens. He is officially the 12th member of Strikeforce [Strikeforce XII] Can the weak nerd be the hero that will save the world or will he be too weak to even last in the Strikeforce? “Akiro Nakamura, Kara Johnson, Liam O’Connor, Rajesh Patel, Mei-Ling Zhang, Sofia Volkov, Isaac Evans, Elena Castillo, Amir Al-Farouq, Talia Hunter, Ethan Ramirez…” [Warning! Unrecognized energy detected.] [Warning! Power overload is imminent.] [Adapting to new parameters…] [Abilities unlocked: Fire, Water, Electricity.] [Dante Martinez: Power Awakened.] [Strikeforce XII are READY] “Welcome to Strikeforce XII” “Mission 12: Earth’s Last Hope - Save the World”

A star shot through the sky, it also shot through the tranquility of the world. Supernatural powers descended upon Earth. Who watches in the dark? Who mutters in my ear? When my growl shatters the sky, when my power tramples the abyss, when I govern all that is living and dead...they shall call me-- God.

everything was going great at rock view high school that is until a fight breaks out during a homecoming game and a very popular football player goes missing and what happens next will forever change the lives of three students as they work together to find out what really happen that day all while trying to keep them selves out of trouble seems simple right? well you'll just have to read to find out...

Lumi Borealis, a beautiful and lazy polar bear kin girl with snow-white hair and ice-blue eyes. On her twelfth birthday, Lumi discovers that she has been blessed by the Ice Element queen, making her one of the most powerful mages in the kingdom of Iris. Despite her immense magical potential, Lumi’s true passion lies in finding the perfect cozy spot for a nap. Enrolled in the prestigious magic academy in Iris, Lumi must navigate the challenges of school life while making new friends, including the mischievous catkin June, the studious half-dwarf Heath, and the mysterious and androgynous fox kin Kite. Lumi also catches the eye of the beautiful High Elf princess, Cyana Delphine, who quickly becomes her girlfriend and constant source of pampering. As Lumi learns to wield her powerful ice magic and an ancient, enigmatic hammer that has chosen her as its master, she faces the unwanted attention of Erick Noye, a narcissistic hero who desires both her and Cyana. But Lumi, with her lazy and laidback attitude, remains unfazed by the challenges thrown her way, preferring to focus on the simpler joys of life—like napping and enjoying her favorite frostberry tarts.

An assassin who was assigned to kill the biggest businessman in the world. What will happen when she will fall in love with him . What will happen when he will find out about her true identity . Sirin , world's scariest assassin , even government are afraid of her . She can bring down a big ass empire with her skills . One thing about her , she doesn't like to loose . Beautiful like a butterfly , preety to watch but hard to catch . No one knows anything about her except for her name . Damian Martinez , CEO of MARTINEZ Group of companies . Hot , rich , powerful , and most eligible bachelor of the world . Everyone thinks he is popular and rich because of the company he runs . But in reality he is merciless the Mafia King . Cold towards everyone , doesn't like waiting , dark personality and don't believe in love . What will happen when she will get mission to kill him but will fall for him instead ?

"Where I am ?" I asked. "In my house." He replied. "Why I am here? I want to go!" "No, you can't. " "How much time do I have to stay here?!" "I don't think you will ever leave." "And why is that, you can't tell me what to do!" "That's because I'm your mate and you will do as I tell you and you will never leave my side!" --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Melanie lived her life as a normal girl with her parents, but when her father dies and her mother get married, her life becomes like hell. She thinks that the letter her father left to her that said she was a werewolf will change her life. But what will happen when she meets Alpha Jacob on the first day of school who turns out to be her mate?

Anika loved her husband for a long time, but he broke her into millions of pieces with his promiscuous lifestyle. Levi would return home late and often sleep out, leaving his wife alone in their vast mansion. He never thought she would divorce him, given how she had always loved him, but unfortunately, she did. She broke her last vow to him and left his life before he knew it. That was when it dawned on Levi, that he had lost a precious jewel. "Please, I want you back, Anika," Levi begged desperately, on his knees. "I'm sorry, Levi, but you've lost me!" Will he be able to win her back? And what happens when the truth Anika has been trying to hide comes out in the open?

Ace Salvatore As on the deck of cards, the ace is highest than the king, and so is Ace Salvatore. The ruthless, psychotic, coldest mafia leader. Nobody has ever seen his face, even if someone did, they are no longer alive to say anything. But one day, one of his client's sons can't pay his debt and he offers a little innocent thing to the beast..... Little did he know his whole life was going to change because of her. #Mature content #Submissive Female # Strong language #Abusive behavior #Mafia #Suicide #Secrets #Betrayal #Obsession

A group of spirit beasts who come back to the past to change their Beast Tamer's destiny. [ No Romance, No Heroine, No Harem ]

Trigger Warning This contains extreme gore and subjects that some may find disturbing. Please proceed with caution. Adam's life was a living nightmare. He was bullied at school and abused at home his life was essentially shit. But he had one escape his little sister, the only person keeping him sane and giving him the will to live, but when she was brutally murdered one night, Adam was completely shattered. He decided to end it all, but just as he was about to, a "Killer System" offered him a chance for revenge and to find out who was responsible. This story has everything you need to get your adrenaline rushing and blood pumping. A plot full of mysteries, a unique system, and a protagonist who isn't pathetic well, he starts that way, but just let me cook. Thank you, and I hope you enjoy!

In the aftermath of his grandparents' tragic demise, sixteen-year-old Ethan rummages through the attic of their ancestral home, searching for items to sell. Amidst the dusty relics of the past, he stumbles upon a mysterious cube, its surface etched with enigmatic symbols that seem to pulse with an otherworldly energy. Intrigued, Ethan reaches out to touch it, unaware of the profound consequences that await. As his fingertip grazes the ancient artifact, a hidden needle springs forth, piercing his skin and drawing a small droplet of blood. In a mesmerizing display of light and shadow, the cube begins to glow, its surface liquefying and melding with Ethan's flesh. A searing pain courses through his veins as the strange substance forms a tattoo on his wrist—a cryptic design comprised of a circle within a square, surrounded by a language unknown to him.he cube, infused with a mysterious energy, imbues him with the ability to traverse the boundaries of reality and journey to different worlds. To all my readers, please bear with the slow development in this novel as English is not my first language. If you spot any errors, I welcome your feedback, and I hope you still find enjoyment in the story. The story will focus on adventure, the worlds and the lore of the worlds, there will be action too but the story will still remain slow passed. if its not your cup of tea then please find other novels, (there are many good one) 

Great knowledge and power come with an equally great price. The cursed ones. Children that appear every thousand of years and manifest a power that does not originate from the Gods of Riarath. Every time they appear, they bring different things. In some eras they might bring change, in some hope but most times, they bring.......misfortune. Only a select few know the ones who could manifest these powers. The people who know from where these powers originate from....... can be counted with the fingers in a hand. It's the dawn of an era where the Gods and their children have formed an alliance to fend off a mysterious evil that came out of nowhere. What will the cursed children bring this time? The perfect stage and the perfect actors. Will the Jester be able to full fill his duty this time? ******************************************** Author: This will be quite a slow paced story as I would like to slowly build up the world and characters so please bear with me. If at any point, the story feels very slow, just tell me and I'll see if I can do anything about it.

Have you ever been involved with your boss? Are you clumsy? Have you ever poured Hot Coffee in you're boss? If you answered "Yes" to atleast (2) two of these questions then you might be able to relate to our Female Lead, Marianna Catalina Rodriguez. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Marianna had embarked on a new journey in life working for the young Mr. Martinez who is notoriously known for his hot temper. Although Mr. Martinez's temper is hot do you know what is more hot? Thats right the hot coffee spilled all over him on the first day on Ms. Rodriguez's employment. But what is this? She isn't fired but promoted? What could possibly be the reason? A change of heart or just the main motive of getting in her pants? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ There is only one way to find out and its by following along with the story of Marianna and Mr. Martinez. All work of fiction. Any real life events and people resemblance are all of pure coincidence. Leave comments and give feedback if you like. You can also follow me on ig. Ig and discord are both on my profile. Thank you for giving my story a chance and happy reading. •||☆2nd book of this series☆||•

“If He Can Cheat, Two Can Play That Game” Camelia knew nothing but revenge when she was reborn. A young girl madly in love with her knight, Michael. Many would shun their relationship but Camelia was lucky to have kind parents. The marques not only accepted their love but also made the orphan boy Earl in his territory. Everything was like a dream until it broke. With blood dripping from the dagger, Michael sauntered towards Camelia and slit her throat. His lover, Katherine, laughing and enjoying the scene. “I vow to take revenge for the death of my family. Even if I have to haunt you as a ghost, I am ready to wander for eternity. I will come... To take revenge.” Her eyes closed with burning desire. But when she opened them again, she was back to their honeymoon. Now.. will she slit his throat that instant or... Burn him with her slow revenge? Excerpt: The cold eyes of man crawled over her skin like a reptile coiling her into its tight grip, but she stared back firmly, “So, you are telling me you will return the land to my family if I help you in ruining your husband. The one you had a love marriage with?” a hint of mockery in his perfectly chiseled face when she grimaced. “I will give you my land, Damien. I am sure you can not use the word return here. But yes, as long as you will help me in taking my revenge. I will give you everything I have." So what if he was a devil, she was ready to sell her soul for revenge. “Hmm, you said everything.” His lips twisted into a nefarious smile. “Eek!” Ethan, his aid covered his lips as he could already imagine a dagger in the hands of his master. ‘How could you smile like that when you were planning to kill this woman before she knocked on the door.’

"I know what you're expecting me to say, but if I follow the wants of the people, I won't be able to lead you well as the Alpha of this pack," he said casually. Faisa was starting to feel stressed. She tried to assimilate the meaning behind what he just said. It didn't make sense. "Is some kind of rejection about to happen?" She thought to herself. "When I saw the one whom the moon goddess chose, I wasn't a bit attracted to her, I least expected such a shrimp-looking person as my mate," He continued not minding the weight of his words which hit Faisa like a bomb, she shook her head. Her eyes were shaking. "To end things, I've come to the conclusion of choosing the right one for me and not accepting the garbage that was chosen by the goddess," he added. His words were sharp and hurt her fragile heart. "Rejection" , is that the end of it? Was she already expecting this? Hasn't enough been done to mess up her life?

A young man who was bread to be a hero is betrayed and is now on a mission for revenge

What happens when the daughter of a demon lord and witch gets mated to the Alpha. What has the goddess Selene fated Melanie

watch the story of Nyx and endless abyss and aiden whatever it is on their battle of chaos. (No heroine) bear with me