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Skorpio December

Palimpsest Hearts

In his previous life, Lucian Sinclair had pursued the truth behind his fiancé Malcolm Fitzgerald's fatal car accident with relentless determination - only to meet the same grim fate beneath the twisted metal of his Bentley on a rain-lashed M25 motorway. When consciousness returned, the industrialist found himself thrust back to his 24-year-old self, the digital clock on his Mayfair bedside table blinking December 16th, 2016. Malcolm's Alpine skiing accident had already occurred three days prior. He promptly took legal guardianship of the brooding 15-year-old left in the wreckage - Finn Fitzgerald, Malcolm's half-brother through their father's second marriage. The boy Lucian remembered from charity galas had grown feral-eyed, all scraped knuckles and boarding school blazers gone threadbare at the elbows. This time, Lucian vowed, the boy would receive proper upbringing. Not out of affection, but as penance for never deciphering Malcolm's last encrypted text: "Tell Luce the Range Rover's brakes—" Finn initially regarded his guardian with wary deference, this icy aristocrat who wore his brother's signet ring on a platinum chain. "Malcolm said you collect Renaissance maps," the teen offered during tense dinners, pushing peas across Wedgwood china. "Malcolm told me you hate tulips." Each invocation of the dead man's name hung between them like altar smoke. Yet gradually, the dynamic shifted. Lucian caught Finn glaring when he traced the Fitzgerald jawline they shared. The boy began arriving late from Eton weekends, reeking of stolen whiskey and defiance. During one particularly vicious row over a shredded Oxford acceptance letter, Finn slammed Lucian's wheelchair against the study wall. "Why must I be his ghost?" The teen's breath fogged the cold glass of Malcolm's portrait. "You look at me like I'm some...some flawed taxidermy of your perfect banker boy!" Lucian's cane clattered to the hardwood. Perfect? Malcolm had been laundering funds through their engagement - a truth he'd discovered two lifetimes too late. Now this living, breathing Fitzgerald heir stood before him, all cracked leather satchel and mismatched socks, demanding to be seen. Outside, the Thames glittered with secrets. In the cellar vault, a dossier gathered dust - crime scene photos, offshore account records, and the Range Rover's brake lines sliced clean through. Lucian's fingers twitched toward the whisky decanter. Let the dead keep their mysteries. This Fitzgerald needed saving more.
DaoisthrquXu · 1.2K Views

The Apocalypse Path of Rebirth

Maya prophesied that December 21, 2012 would be the end of the world. On this day, some people were anxious and afraid of not seeing the sun the next day. More people held a playful attitude and celebrated with their loved ones in the early morning night, waiting for dawn to celebrate their safe passage through the end. The next day, the sun rose as usual, and people only thought that God was joking with everyone, working and living as usual. But they were too happy too early. The end has already quietly arrived, but they have been adapted to the harsh environment, unable to see the green mountains turn into yellow soil, and flowers and birds disappear; Unable to see the clear river turning into a foul smelling canal, fish and shrimp are dying; Unable to see grassland turning into desert, land howling According to the Observatory, there was a once-in-a-millennium meteor shower in the early morning of December 21, 2020. Many places can be seen with the naked eye, with young men and women rushing to tell each other, eagerly anticipating this romantic meteor shower. At midnight, the long-awaited miracle finally appeared. The moon, which had been hard to see for a long time, descended like a silver plate, clear and bright, right in front of me But then people were extremely frightened. According to the lunar calendar, this day is the Winter Solstice Festival on the seventh day of the winter lunar month. How could there be a full moon This is a beautiful miracle It's still the beginning of the nightmare
lvv7788 · 133.4K Views

My Undeath

Gerard lived a peaceful life. He worked hard until retirement age and watched as his children and their children lived their own lives. One night, he woke to find himself in the presence of a divine entity who explained that he had died in a terrible accident. After being offered several choices, Gerard asked to die peacefully. Respecting his wishes in an unexpected fashion, they allowed him to become a skeleton in a world of sword and sorcery, becoming dead in every sense of the word. An undead creature... Thus begins the tale of Gerard's undeath. ------------------------------------------------ Note From Author: My Undeath is currently on hiatus until the 15th of December, 2023, as the author works like a madman for 50 hours a week while studying for their Bachelor's degree. ------------------------------------------------ Power Goals: 300 Powerstones = 1 Extra Chapter 500 Powerstones = 2 Extra Chapters 750 Powerstones = 3 Extra Chapters 1,000 Powerstones = 5 Extra Chapters Golden Goals: 100 Golden Tickets = 1 Extra Chapter 500 Golden Tickets = 5 Extra Chapters 1,000 Golden Tickets = 10 Extra Chapters ------------------------------------------------ Schedule: 4-14 chapters per week Chapter Length: 900 - 3,500 words (currently averaging 1,660 words per chapter) Disclaimers: 1: This novel may not suit your tastes. The main character is an elderly man trapped inside the body of a skeleton, persecuted and hunted by the living. He must sometimes turn to the darkness within him to survive his tribulations. There will be a few dark times, indeed. But fret not, as there may be an end to some of the darkness eventually. 2: There is no planned romance, and Gerard definitely will not have a harem. No planned romance doesn't mean there won't be any, but it will be kept light and not detract from the overall story. 3: There will not be fast-paced, fist-clenching action in almost every chapter. Sometimes there will be a bit of conversation between the characters, but I try not to let these moments drag on longer than they should. 4: The main character spends a lot of time levelling up in the beginning, as he's cautious about the powers of the world and wants to protect himself. This leads to a little less story in the beginning and more action/adventure, but as time passes, the story becomes a bigger focal point. 5. One of the main character's goals is to regain his humanity. So, be prepared for this story to eventually change dynamics. ------------------------------------------------- Discord Server: https://discord.gg/B8z9yX3QwQ Please feel free to join the Discord. You can discuss my novel, see announcements about additional or postponed releases, new books in the works, personal issues, and events. You'll get some fun icons and roles, use dozens of custom emojis, be privy to beta reading, and get insider information into the worlds within my novels. There's also a Gerard bot! ------------------------------------------------- Themes: fantasy, video-game-like system, evolutions, magic, adventure, dark, survival, reincarnation ------------------------------------------------- Inspiration: I gained inspiration from plenty of video games and fantasy novels, and this story is directly inspired by the Manga and Anime: Berserk. I think the relationship built between Sprite and Gerard is similar to Puck and Guts, giving a way for Gerard to voice/think about his opinions. Sprite/Puck are characters who hear those opinions and help the main characters reflect.
Jhaydun · 1.1M Views

The Rebirth Of A Vengeful Heiress

Blurb: “Your Alpha thinks a wolfless girl can’t be the Luna.” Rachael replied. “My Alpha had suggested more suitable options should stay around Alpha Sebastian till he makes a decision.” My heartbeat quickened as anger rose from my stomach at being called a wolfless girl again. Can’t be a Luna? I snapped my head to Alpha Sebastian and he didn’t even look at me. Suitable options? Decision? My fists clenched. “What decision—” Alpha Sebastian left his seat suddenly and I stepped back on impulse. His gaze finally landed on me and a suppressed whimper left me. His blue eyes slowly darkened to red. “Seraphina Renaud. I, Sebastian Theroes, hereby break the betrothal engagement I made with you on 27th of December, 2021.” Alpha Sebastian said flatly, not even bothering to spare me a glance. ~~~ Everything changed after her parents died. Seraphina Jones once lived in peace within her pack as the daughter of a multi-millionaire despite being a wolfless girl, but when she had nothing else to offer, she became the general object of ridicule. Still, she had persevered because of her love for her Alpha and being his betrothed, she planned to pay back all who humiliated her when she’d become his Luna. Yet one fateful day, her fragile heart was cruelly broken by the man who was to protect her and she’s ridiculed by her pack once again. Trying to escape their scorned looks, she got into an accident that ended her life. In a fortunate string of event, Seraphina Jones got reborn to three years before her rejection and demise. Changing the events of the future was a must and revenge of the pack who scorned her was in order. She made up her mind not to fall in love recklessly and to build her own empire. Meeting the sarcastic wealthy rogue and getting a found family were blessings she only found in her new life. However, what she didn’t know was that the events of her new life had taken a very drastic change from her previous life after her return.
Princess_Treasure · 197.4K Views

Combat Maid Harem

I turned my assassin into my maid with the power of money! Money is all-powerful! It was a world full of swords and magic; Lawrend was the son of the wealthiest merchant in town. Since the age of 7, he had been having dreams. A dream about a past life in a modern civilization where monsters are nonexistent, and humans dominate the world. Lawrend saw Iron birds, Magical bricks that display moving paintings, Thunder wielding, and many more. There was a scene in one of the dreams that made Lawrend’s heart beat fast. A row of a dozen maids bowing in front of him. Each dressed in a french maid outfit. Something awakened inside Lawrend when he had that dream. A fervent desire to have his very own Maid Harem! NOTE: READ THE AUXILIARY CHAPTER FIRST Chapter 69 is the first smut chapter. UPDATE December 2, 2021: I have provided a summary for Chapters 1 - 37 as I'm starting to rewrite them. It can be found in the Auxiliary Volume. Please give this novel another chance. I want to redeem myself as an author. UPDATE January 19, 2022: I already wrote the sequel for this novel called, "Lewd Cultivation System". The connection will be mentioned in the future, but for now, the connection isn't obvious. It can be read without prior knowledge about Combat Maid Harem. UPDATE February 11, 2022: For reasons I do not know, this book got nominated for WSA 2021, which is a huge success for this book. Basically, it means that this book is good enough but not good enough to get the gold, silver, or bronze places. UPDATE October 3, 2023: I've decided to pause this novel. I will end it when I have the time. For now, I'll go resume "Lewd Cultivation System" UPDATE January 1, 2025: This novel is now going to end soon in about 20-30 chapters. After this, I will also do the same to "Lewd Cultivation System". ===== Chapter Length: 1000 words ADDITIONAL NOTE: PLEASE READ TILL CHAPTER 40+ BEFORE DECIDING ON ANYTHING. I'M SURE YOU WON'T REGRET IT
Daoist_Little_Yun · 4.7M Views

A Detty December Love Story

A Detty December Love Story is a tale of love, longing, and emotional complexity that explores the raw vulnerability of two people caught in the fleeting magic of a Lagos holiday romance, torn between the reality of what’s to come and the depth of what they share. Ezinne, a fiercely independent woman who’s spent her life avoiding love and emotional entanglements. Her carefully constructed world is upended when she meets Chike, an irresistible Nigerian-Juju boy (IJGB) on vacation in Lagos for the festive season. What starts as an impulsive one-night stand sparks a whirlwind romance that forces Ezinne to confront feelings she’s spent years suppressing. In the vibrant chaos of Lagos’ festive season, Ezinne and Chike’s paths continue to cross at brunches, beach parties, and concerts, each encounter deepening their connection. Despite the undeniable chemistry between them, Ezinne is determined not to let her emotions get involved, knowing that Chike will soon leave for his life abroad. As much as she tries to push him away, Chike’s charm and sincerity wear down her defenses, making her question if this is something more than just a holiday fling. Chike, however, isn’t content with just being another chapter in her life. He’s falling for her, and he’s not ready to let go. As the days grow closer to his departure, Ezinne’s resolve begins to falter, but fear of heartache holds her back. With every kiss, every shared moment, and every tender word, their connection grows harder to ignore, leaving her torn between the certainty of their inevitable goodbye and the longing for something deeper that neither of them expected. Ezinne tries to convince herself that this is just a fleeting romance, a beautiful but transient chapter in her life. But Chike’s confession of love, followed by a final kiss before he leaves, changes everything. Can their love survive the distance? Or will the weight of goodbye leave their hearts shattered? In the end, the story asks: Does love have to end when the season does?
ceciliajacobokoro · 215 Views

HOW TO RECOVER STOLEN CRYPTOCURRENCY; STEP FOR LOST CRYPTO RECOVERY

Hello guys, let me tell you all a story that I hope serves as a warning and a lesson. On December 2nd, I made an online investment of $90,000 USD, convinced by the promises of high returns. They made everything seem so easy. They made me feel as though I was the one calling all the shots, making every decision, and monitoring the market. At first, things looked great—my money even doubled. I was on top of the world. But then, one night, I requested a withdrawal of $20,000. I remember clearly, I went to bed thinking everything was in order. But when I woke up in the middle of the night, I checked my account and noticed that the funds hadn’t been transferred. I thought it was a simple delay, but when I checked my account the next morning, I received an email stating that I had insufficient funds and could not withdraw anything. Even worse, the email claimed that I had somehow closed all my positions at a loss overnight. Like, seriously? I was shocked and couldn’t believe what I was reading. I hadn’t closed any positions at all. In fact, I hadn’t made any changes to my account. I was left confused, frustrated, and feeling completely helpless. I didn’t know who to trust anymore or what to do. That's when I decided to do some thorough research. I started looking into ways to recover my money, but I was cautious because I had already been duped once. After digging deeper, I came across a recommendation for Cyber Constable Intelligence. At first, I was skeptical—after all, I’d been burned before—but after reading some reviews and understanding how they operated, I decided to give them a chance. I contacted Cyber Constable Intelligence, and honestly, I couldn’t be more relieved. From the moment I reached out, I felt like I was in good hands. They were professional, transparent, and most importantly, they didn’t ask for any upfront payment. They walked me through the entire process and kept me updated every step of the way. Thanks to their expertise and persistence, I was able to get my $20,000 back, along with the peace of mind that I had been missing for so long. Cyber Constable Intelligence completely changed my perspective on fund recovery agents. They’re not like the scammers I encountered before. They’re trustworthy and genuinely care about helping people. If you’ve been in a similar situation, I highly recommend reaching out to them. They know what they’re doing, and they won’t let you down. Here's Their Info Below WhatsApp: 1 (252) 378-7611 mail: support (AT) cyberconstableintelligence.com or cyberconstable@coolsite.net Website info; www.cyberconstableintelligence.com Thanks
Michael_Mcglothlin · 307 Views

Arsebia: The Price of Power

In a world where magic flows through the veins of reality and portals connect multiple dimensions, March awakens in a prison cell with no memory of his past. Discovered by his old friend April, he soon learns he was once a powerful mage and part of an elite group known as the Months Generation. As March struggles to piece together his fragmented memories, he finds himself thrust back into a world of political intrigue, dangerous alliances, and moral ambiguity. Reunited with his companions—the tactical genius January, the fierce warrior August, the versatile September, and the mysterious December—March must navigate the treacherous waters of serving the enigmatic Assassin while protecting those he holds dear. His journey becomes more complicated when he reconnects with Anna Scarlet, a noble woman from his past who investigates disappearing children in the city's poor district. As March attempts to regain his magical abilities and understand his role in the grand scheme of things, he discovers that his memory loss might not be accidental. With the looming threat of the Emperor, the machinations of Right Hand, and the immediate danger posed by the ruthless gang leader Brick, March and his allies must decide where their loyalties truly lie. Set against the backdrop of a richly detailed magical multiverse, "Arsebia" explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the price of power. As March struggles to reconcile who he was with who he's becoming, he must face the possibility that some memories are better left forgotten, and that the path to redemption might require sacrificing everything he holds dear.
Arsebia_Lion · 14.9K Views

Quantum Shadows

In the bustling metropolis of New York City, December 11, 2023, marks a pivotal moment in human history. A groundbreaking experiment in quantum computing, led by the brilliant yet enigmatic Dr. Evelyn Carter, promises to unlock the secrets of parallel universes. As the experiment unfolds, unforeseen consequences ripple through the fabric of reality, merging alternate dimensions and creating a chaotic new world. Amidst this turmoil, Alex Mercer, a resourceful journalist with a knack for uncovering hidden truths, stumbles upon a conspiracy that threatens not just the city, but the very nature of existence. Teaming up with Dr. Carter and a diverse group of survivors, Alex must navigate a labyrinth of shifting realities, facing off against shadowy figures who will stop at nothing to control this newfound power. As they race against time to restore balance, Alex and the team uncover startling revelations about their own pasts and the interconnectedness of all life. "Echoes of Tomorrow" is a gripping tale of adventure, intrigue, and the enduring power of human resilience in the face of the unknown. Main Characters: Alex Mercer: A determined and resourceful journalist in his early 30s, Alex has a talent for uncovering hidden truths. He's driven by a personal tragedy and seeks to expose the conspiracy behind the quantum experiment. Dr. Evelyn Carter: A brilliant quantum physicist in her late 40s, Evelyn is the lead scientist behind the experiment. She is intelligent, methodical, and harbors a deep secret about the true purpose of her research. Liam Rodriguez: A former military officer turned security consultant, Liam is tough, pragmatic, and fiercely loyal. He becomes the group's protector as they navigate the dangers of the merged realities. Maya Patel: A tech-savvy hacker in her mid-20s, Maya is witty, resourceful, and has a knack for solving complex problems. She provides crucial technical support to the team. Elena Novak: A mysterious woman with knowledge of the alternate dimensions, Elena's motives are unclear. She provides cryptic guidance to Alex and the team, hinting at a larger cosmic plan.
Hakim_Ali_0210 · 336 Views
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