Oshi No Ko Mask

In Ogun's Kingdom, gods once walked among mortals, their presence leaving echoes of power, mystery, and ambition. Now, only the masked bearers of divine blessings bridge the gap between humans and the forgotten pantheon. Thorne Ironhold, a blind boy born into the prestigious Ironhold fief, stands at a precipice. Blessed by an unknown god during the sacred mask rite, he is labeled a "Stray"—an outcast marked by powers beyond mortal comprehension. Yet beneath the shadows of his failure lies an unimaginable secret: Thorne's mask holds the power to defy the natural order. As Thorne ventures from his father's forge to the treacherous Garden of the Gods and the rigorous academy, he seeks not only to carve his own path but to uncover the truth behind his destiny. Every battle tests his limits, every limit surpassed brings him closer to the power once lost to men—and closer to the chaos lurking within. In a world where dances summon divine might and masks conceal more than they reveal, Thorne's journey becomes a quest to challenge the gods themselves. But as he walks the path they once tread, he must ask: Will he rise among the embers of forgotten legends, or be consumed by them?

Olivia Miller, a billionaire, must return to her roots in Miami under a false identity after spending years abroad. Now working as a personal assistant to Noah Jones—a man from her painful past—Olivia's world spirals into a tangled web of lies, betrayals, and dangerous power games. As the tension between them escalates, old wounds resurface, enemies emerge, and alliances blur. Secrets from the past threaten to destroy everything, while Olivia’s ruthless nature and Noah’s relentless drive put them on a collision course that could shatter lives. In this high-stakes game, where power, love, and vengeance collide, who will come out on top? How long will it take for Olivia to reveal her true identity and intentions? Prepare for a gripping tale of deceit, hidden motives, and explosive consequences where no one is safe.

Dive headfirst into the hilariously quirky world of online trends, social media chaos, gaming antics, and musical madness! In this light novel, Lillian embarks on a journey through a world where fame is fleeting, friendships are tested, and the line between reality and the virtual realm blurs. Lillian, just like any other girl, dreams of skyrocketing to fame on eBunnee, the hottest social media app. But her path takes a twist when she stumbles into the mysterious Heart-Ling Forest and meets an eccentric ghost with a dramatic flair. At Estresey Academy, students are trained not just for future careers but to become eBunnee addicts, obsessing over follower counts—because in this world, their lives truly depend on it. And it's not just the humans; even non-humans are vying for the spotlight.

Sol IbnuRa is a young African man of thirty who had his own fair share of hardship due to his country's hard economy. He needs to find a way to survive after quitting his under paying job. As a man striving in the world of I.T, he will have to always rely on daily gigs to earn money. Sol later on lands on an opportunity of a life time, that is, to break into the main system of the must terrifying person in the city… Mr. Gabriel. Sol and his ally successfully breaks into the house of Mr. Gabriel, but when Sol came face to face with Mrs. Gabriel the mission becomes a complication. Sol will have to choose between his heart or the mission, a life time opportunity to break away from poverty. This single moment of judgment will change the entire story of Sol IbnuRa. Sol falls in love with the must beautiful woman he ever sets his eyes on. He follows his heart to sabotage a well planned heist. This one decision creates a bond between Sol and Mrs. Gabriel but also a rift between him and his ally who would hunt Sol for the rest of his life. Engaging into an affair with Mrs. Gabriel also captures the attention of the worst man in the City, Mr. Gabriel. The trouble Sol gets himself into of course got him killed. He died a terrible death, but his death also becomes his liberation. Sol becomes a living soul who with time and training gains the power to travel vast dimensions. From the Lucid dream worlds to the the digital worlds of the internet. He gains vast abilities that can help him fight the livings who chased him to death, to protect his city from other powerful adversaries who will show up, protect the woman he inadvertently fell in love with and to also amass wealth like never before. Who is to say wealth is not needed in the world of the spirits. In the end, Sol IbnuRa goes away and leave the world behind. He realizes nothing truly really matters after all. With the super abilities he has, he creates a dimension of his own deep in the corners of the lucid dream world where no one or nothing can find him, but the question remains. With all the enemies Sol creates for himself across dimensions, is he truly ever hidden.

For the sake of his family, Richard married a woman he had never met before. However, his newly wed wife was not only hideous but also viscous, which he only discovered on his wedding day. He thought he would be disgusted by her, but unexpectedly could not help but be attracted to this mysterious woman. What made Richard scratch his head even more, was that her face under the mask seems to be hiding some secret.

In a universe where dimensions collide and ancient forces shape reality, Yumi, a clumsy young magician, discovers within herself a power capable of rewriting existence. Without knowing why, she becomes the target of a shadowy organization seeking to release a forbidden spell, sealed for millennia, to throw the cosmos into irreversible chaos. Alongside her friends and Akira, an enigmatic shadow wizard from another dimension, Yumi is drawn into an epic journey filled with battles against colossal monsters, ancient dragons and enemies more dangerous than she could imagine. Between moments of clumsy humor and surprising revelations, Yumi will need to master her powers and face truths about herself and the universe. As the fate of every dimension hangs in the balance, Yumi and her allies discover that the greatest strength lies not just in magic, but in the courage to defy the impossible. The world will never be the same.

Content Warning: This story contains graphic depictions of violence, intense emotional struggles, and mature themes. It explores complex character conflicts, dark fantasy elements, and supernatural themes. Reader discretion is advised. In a world where emotions shape reality, Yūgensekai is split between realms of light and darkness. Each place reflects the inner battles of its people-where fear can give birth to monsters, and hidden desires can tear lives apart. Kuru Aoshima is a young woman trying to find her place in this fractured world. With a past full of loss and mystery, she's on a journey not only to uncover the truth about the world around her but also about herself. She's haunted by her own doubts and struggles, torn between the darkness within her and her search for clarity. In a world where your feelings can turn into powerful, dangerous forces, keeping control isn't just a matter of survival-it's about holding on to who you are. Facing powerful enemies like Raikou Saito, the ruthless leader of a syndicate that trades in suffering, and Serena Akihara, a leader torn by her own inner conflicts, Kuru's journey is full of heartbreak, violence, and moments that test her spirit. As she fights for answers, she is constantly on edge, pushed to the limit, both physically and emotionally. Bloodied and broken, she refuses to give up. But in a place like Yūgensekai, where darkness and light are always at war, how much of yourself can you lose before you're gone forever?

Alex thought he left it all behind—the court, the spotlight, the whispers of a legacy too heavy to carry. Starting fresh at a new high school was supposed to be his escape. No basketball. No pressure. Just a quiet life in the background. But when the school’s failing basketball team crosses paths with Alex, fate takes a sudden turn. Secrets from his past threaten to surface, and the team’s desperation pulls him into a world he swore he’d never return to. Now, with time running out, Alex must decide: will he remain in the shadows, or rise to meet a challenge bigger than any game he’s ever played? One thing’s for sure—this time, there are No Timeouts.

Loved, praised, and worshiped by the townspeople, young millionaire John Doe is the epitome of admiration and success. But not by Jane Carter. A dedicated young policewoman, Jane believes that John Doe is responsible for the string of killings plaguing their town. Determined to uncover the truth, she launches her own investigation, despite everyone else standing against her. What Jane doesn't know is that John Doe isn't just a wealthy businessman—he harbors five distinct personalities, all of which work in unison to make him the perfect killer. With the unexpected help of one of his rogue personalities, Jane might just be able to strip away all six of his carefully crafted masks and expose the monster beneath. (New chapter everyday)

In the quiet darkness of the city, where shadows stretch long and secrets linger, a charming and meticulous man prowls unnoticed. By day, he’s an unassuming professional, navigating the corridors of power with ease, his impeccable manners and handsome face concealing the predator lurking beneath. By night, he dons his most dangerous mask—a façade of warmth and intrigue that draws unsuspecting victims into his carefully woven web. Obsessed with uncovering the truths hidden in human minds, he views each person as a puzzle, their fears, desires, and vulnerabilities as treasures to exploit. But when he encounters a woman who seems perfect for his next plan, his tightly controlled world begins to fray. As his games grow darker and more daring, the question looms: will he remain the master of his deadly art, or will the mask finally crack, exposing the monster within? "The Masked" is a chilling psychological thriller that delves into the twisted mind of a man who thrives in the shadows, a story of manipulation, obsession, and the masks we all wear.

When divine blood flows through your veins, monsters hunts you down until you’re dead. That’s the harsh reality each demigod has to live everyday. Marina is one of them and, because of this, she had to leave her home when she was still a child. Now she has grown up and lives in the Lilies Park, a place in the Otherworld where she meets Shirei, a mysterious demigod who has no memory. Shirei will have to deal with his hidden past to understand why the gods seem to treat him like an enemy, but Marina fears that the journey will only lead to his death. Thus begins the last act of the plan of the forgotten goddess: the queen of masks. I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com

Finally given an opportunity to pick where the family would spend Christmas, Cherry picks an Island that was owned by a person whose identity was hidden from the public. The family agree to this as it was also a good vacation place for business owners. Upon getting there, her father introduces her to some business owners, just so he could do business with them. Most of them ended asking for intimacy with his daughter, which he agreed to but she disagrees with. The father's business is at risk because of his unfulfilled promises to some business giants, Cherry's mother does all she can to protect Cherry, even if it means putting her in the hands of strangers. Cherry's younger brother 'Tom' also tries all means to save her from a particular business man, feared both in the business world and under world. In all of these, will she find someone who will protect her or will she end up in these men's bed.

After completing countless life and death missions, Zhengping finally reached his goal. The system gave him one wish, and he wished to return to his original world but when he came to, it's been 5 years?! His beloved has gone crazed, the once sweet and innocent boy now man is trying to bite his head off (￣□￣;) If he doesn't control this rabid dog, than his surname isn't Jing! Oh wait, he took his wife's surname so it'd be Yu? Shu: ... Zhengping: I'm wrong! Wife, forgive this lowly one's words wuu Shu: Why do I love this pig brain? _ 1v1 HE Sorry for dog blood, but the story has to be interesting! Don't beat on this author! ╮(︶▽︶)╭

Sam, an ordinary high-school student, had her life turned upside down when a run-in with masked psychopaths plunged his existence into a nightmarish ordeal of violence and terror.

What would you do if the person you raised, turned against you? For that person, you sacrificed your childhood but in the end, they still turned against you. It all began like a dream, a sweet dream to say, then a crack happened but she mended it, then another appeared and she mended it again until it finally broke down. Ely kept the lesson taught by life in the deepest part of her heart. She ran away because she was trying to escape from the truth but she met it again and this time, she lost her innocence, she lost the last bit of humanity she had and she lost the color of her soul and eventually, she submitted herself to the devil who used her gleefully. Silveria, a young King felt his ambitions came first before anything else. He once told a girl, that if he wanted something, he got it and it didn't matter how he got it. He was nicknamed the devil. The devil met this girl who lost the color of her soul and fed on her indifference but soon, he began to thirst for more. Is the devil going to pull her into hell with him or will both find salvation? PS:the cover is not mine so I can take it down if the owner comes by.

In a world torn apart by war and political intrigue, Arteja is no ordinary warrior. Trained since childhood to protect the royal families of Argadan, she is a master of the spear and a wielder of deadly thunder magic. Her unwavering loyalty and unmatched skill have earned her a reputation as one of the most formidable protectors in the empire. But Arteja's world is thrust into chaos when an alliance of human kingdoms launches a brutal siege on Argadan’s borders. As the enemy’s numbers swell and their tactics grow more ruthless, Arteja finds herself at the center of a conflict that threatens not only her kingdom but her very existence. Facing impossible odds, Arteja must confront not only her enemies but also the cracks in her loyalty and the truths she has avoided. With her lightning-charged spear in hand, she dives headfirst into battle, her every move reshaping the tide of war. Will Arteja’s strength and unyielding resolve be enough to turn the tide, or will the storm she summons consume everything she fights to protect? Filled with electrifying battles, deep character development, and a gripping tale of sacrifice and survival, "Arteja: The Thunder’s Protector" is a high-stakes fantasy adventure that will leave you breathless or bored. :/

"Bajo el peso de la corona". En un continente dividido por rivalidades ancestrales y ambiciones desenfrenadas, los siete reinos han convivido en una frágil paz que podría desmoronarse en cualquier momento. Haru, un príncipe nacido en el más pequeño y olvidado de los reinos, carga con un sueño ambicioso: unir a todos los reinos y devolver la paz y prosperidad a un continente marcado por la desconfianza y los conflictos. Guiado por su determinación y un profundo sentido de justicia, Haru se enfrenta a desafíos que van más allá de las diferencias políticas y culturales. A su lado, figuras clave como Rin, su leal confidente, y Hikari, su hermana menor, serán pilares en su misión. Pero no todos comparten su visión; enemigos en las sombras conspiran para frustrar sus planes y perpetuar la discordia.

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Caspian inched closer until his lips were mere inches away from Davina's, reeling her in to close the nonexistent gap between their mouths. "Have you ever been kissed, Dimitri?" He asked. Before Davina could lose control after Caspian's cold lips lightly grazed hers, she pushed him away and hurriedly stood up. "My Lord, this is highly unethical!" Her real voice nearly slipped out amid the chaos. "What's unethical about this?" Caspian's face lifted to form an innocent yet devilish smile, he seemed to be enjoying the reaction he got out of her. Flustered, Davina turned her back to him and took deep breaths before speaking more composedly. "We are both men and it wasn't ethical of you to try and... kiss me." The last bit came out as a whisper blown away by the wind. Caspian's chuckle echoed through the woods as he stood up from the bench and faced Davina with a smug look on his face. "Tell me, Dimitri, was I really trying to kiss a man just now?" "W-what do you mean?" Davina stumbled backward as she stared at Caspian in shock and disbelief, unsure of what to do to save herself from that situation. "Let me rephrase my question." Caspian delicately grazed Davina's cheeks with the back of his hand. "Are you really a man?" ***** With a bounty on her head and the need for a place to stay, Davina snuck into the castle of Lendorr, posing as a man in the royal army. Luckily for her, she was able to get away with her ruse easily that is, until she met the mysterious Lord Caspian. She is tasked with being one of his guards all while trying to avoid getting caught by the man who made it his life's mission to ruin her plan. Through a twisted game of deceit, Davina is forced to make a grave choice between Love and the REAL reason why she snuck into the castle.

[not a LitRPG / isekai / cultivation.] [Espionage / Slowburn / A very human story] SYNOPSIS: A child rotting on the streets was suddenly dragged into the black car of one of the many conglomerates that rule the world from the shadows. Through golden flames and swathes of blood, he was trained and experimented on to become the perfect weapon. In this ever-changing world of conspiracy and technological marvels, Test Subject 201, now called Felix, navigates the world as the experiment's sole survivor, standing as the foundation for humanity's next step in evolution.  Armed with his gun, newfound abilities, and a memento he holds dearly, he marches through the steep path of darkness and deceit, and faces off against mafia, mercenaries, and countless criminals and corporations, to enact the organization's mantra to "protect the peace.".

A weak, powerless boy in a modern-medieval world of monsters, powers, magic, and guns, on his way to become the strongest man in the world, but at what cost...? (WARNING: THIS NOVEL CONTAINS DARK, ADULT THEMES)

A quiet, unnoticed student hides a shocking secret: a double life as an online sensation. When a school project forces them to team up with the school’s most popular classmate, an accidental discovery threatens to expose everything. What starts as a tense revelation soon uncovers hidden truths neither expected, leaving both questioning who they really are—and who they can trust.

Dragnelle Étoile is no stranger to secrets. A sharp-witted private investigator with a shadowed past, she navigates life with a limp, a cane adorned with a beast’s head, and a determination as unyielding as the pain in her leg. When Mickaël Rakoto, a man she hasn’t seen in decades, steps back into her life with a desperate plea, she is thrust into a world she thought she’d left behind—a world of wealth, power, and dangerous family secrets. Mickaël’s sister-in-law, Myrha Rakoto, has died under mysterious circumstances while climbing. Officially ruled as an accident, her death doesn’t sit well with Mickaël, who suspects foul play. But in a city where his wife’s powerful family—the Rakoto shipping dynasty—controls everything from the local police to the narrative of Myrha’s death, Mickaël needs someone fearless enough to uncover the truth. Dragnelle takes the case, but each clue she uncovers pulls her deeper into the Rakoto family’s web of lies, privilege, and betrayal. As she pieces together the circumstances of Myrha’s death, Dragnelle must confront ghosts from her own past, including her complicated history with Mickaël. With her sharp mind and sharper tongue, she maneuvers through bribes, betrayals, and old memories, searching for answers no one wants found. Set against the vibrant streets of Antananarivo and the shadowy world of high society, this is a gripping tale of ambition, justice, and the price of uncovering the truth. Secrets, after all, always have a way of coming to light—even when buried at the top of the climb.

In a world where the line between reality and the extraordinary blurs, Kai navigates the aftermath of a traumatic past. A chance encounter with masked individuals wielding supernatural powers thrusts him into a surreal sequence of events. As he witnesses a subway attack and his own house in flames, Kai discovers his uncle's involvement with a clandestine group possessing extraordinary abilities. The unfolding conflicts force Kai to confront a reality beyond his understanding, leading him on a journey of self-discovery and resilience in a world where powers beyond imagination shape his destiny.

Lillian Lee just got a new job at City Green recently. Leaving City White for City Green was a dream come true. This marks a new beginning for her. On her way to City Green she met a really cute guy who she had fallen hard for immediately she saw him. Fate had made it possible for them to meet again. Unknowingly,the guy was her future boss. Their closeness made the to love the each other the more. Things got complicated after the public announcement of the found long lost twins of the Jin family. Lillian and her twin Eva struggled between Friends and Enemies. Lillian and Eva are to struggle to become the successor of the Jin family among their different enemies. Will they survive this hardship as they are bound to lose their love ones ?

In a city where crime masquerades as business, factions and gangs carve the streets into their territories. Known as the City of Wonder, it promises dreams fulfilled for the right price. Here, chaos is tamed before it can spread, controlled by an iron grip of order masked in corruption. But what happens when this delicate balance is disrupted? When one day, the city meets a mysterious figure in a mask, everything begins to unravel.