Talking For An Hour

“Compassion. What is compassion? Is it strength, or weakness. Is it mercy, or a half a measure? Is it a sign of naivety or experience? Or perhaps, it is one of those things that tread the line of ruin and preservation, it’s true meaning known only to gods. I wonder, what do you think of compassion?” “Compassion? For me, it is like a sword. One which you wield from the blade, not the grip.” ……………. Reshi’s life was not a happy one. His childhood was one of poverty, and a family barely keeping it together. It wasn’t a particularly fun childhood, so he decided to end it early. How? Well, he joined the army, where he was turned from child to weapon, expertly wielded by the republic. There he had met many great people, and he had seen them die also. A terrible life really. One that he wasn’t too sad to say goodbye to. After speaking to an extremely convincing deity, he decided to cash in his death for a new life, a glorious one from one of his favourites new novels. The life of a spoiled, and more importantly, rich young noble. Which he had been given….for all of thirty minutes. He had been placed in the body of a hated antagonist, one that only existed in a flashback backstory. His fate was destine to be pathetic, his end pathetic, loved and remembered by no one. But Reshi had already gone through that once. So this time he was determined to change things. To do something about his shitty fate, so that for the first time in two lives, he could carve out a little corner of peace for himself in the world, and maybe even find some happiness to go along with it. [[[[[This is a rewrite of my first novel, that I barely even began, so I’m still quite a new writer, open to any feedback.]]]]]]

They say devils are born, unleashed, and erased at 3 am. Vailhom is the only country that hunts them — hidden from the world, sending out trained killers to wipe devils off the face of the earth. These devils take many forms. Some look like us. Some don’t. Blade is one of Vailhom’s mainland hunters — cold, focused, and deadly. He doesn’t fight for glory. He follows orders, finishes the job, and moves on. But with each mission, something starts to feel off. Patterns. Whispers. The kind of signs you’re told to ignore. Blade thought this was just the job. He didn’t know he was standing on the edge of something far worse. Disclaimer: This is a work of dark fantasy. All characters, devils, and events are fictional. The story is not intended to reflect or represent any real religion or belief system. Devils in this story are evil and destructive forces — nothing more.

——— I woke up to fingers running gently through my hair. At first, I thought I was dreaming, until the lullaby began. Low. Melodic. But wrong. It was that same language I'd heard through the walls, the one that makes your stomach twist and your teeth clench. She sat on the edge of my bed, I can’t see her face; it’s swallowed by the dark. But her hand keeps moving, slow and rhythmic, stroking my hair like she’s lulling something else to sleep. Her eyes are half-closed, swaying as she hums that twisted tune. And then I realize— I forgot to turn on my bedroom light before falling asleep. I kept my breathing slow and shallow, pretending to sleep. limbs screaming to move, to run, but something in me knows: Don’t let her know you’re awake. Don’t move. The singing stops. She sniffles. A choked, trembling sob leaks through her lips. She starts crying quietly, like she’s trying not to be heard. Like she’s afraid. “No...” she whispers, her voice cracking like a child’s. “He still dreams like a child… still soft…” I almost convince myself she’s sleep-talking— Until her hand suddenly tangles in my hair and pulls. I flinched and let out a sharp gasp. "Mama—!" She goes still. Her grip loosened… then shifts. Her fingers wrapped tightly around my trembling arms. Her face inches closer. I can smell her breath,..warm, wrong, too close. Her eyes are wide with terror. Her voice shakes as she hisses: “Don’t say anything." "Don’t say a word anymore.” I was too scared to speak. I couldn't even nod. She held me like that for a long, shuddering moment. Her breath was hot and ragged against my cheek. Her hands were too tight, like if she lets go, I’ll vanish. Her eyes darting around the room. Then, like a switch flipping, she goes completely still. "Mom?" I whispered, so softly it barely made a sound. She was at eye level with me. But she wasn't looking at me. She looked past me. Behind me.... No... no. It’s happening AGAIN. . This is not a safe novel. It's a collection of short, self-contained stories, each chapter unraveling a new descent, a different nightmare. Some stories are brief. Others not so. No heroes. No clean endings. Just answers that should have stayed buried. Read alone if you must. But don't say we didn't warn you. Reader Warning: This series contains psychological horror, disturbing imagery, death, and paranormal themes. Reader discretion is advised. Each chapter is a self-contained story, perfect for short, spine-tingling reads.

Story of Anieal Starborne, once a normal human and now one of the Midnighters weaving through mysteries of her world while chasing her goal…. My first novel, Please! drop reviews so I can improve my writing. Thank you 1 chapter ( 2000 words )/day ( mon-sat ) 2 Chapters ( 2000 words each)/sunday

Can she change the death ending into happy ending? can she save those innocent people from plane accident?

After publicly criticizing a controversial new game by the world's top gaming company, hardcore gamer Alex is unexpectedly killed in a tragic accident. But death isn’t the end. He awakens in the very game he condemned but not as a side character, but as the hero.

In a world riddled with endless greed, pain, and destruction, a once hated king Nai Soari is raised from the dead - a peaceful place that he wishes to return to. His sole task is the killing the Demon who's one step away from annihilating the planet. Gifted with the Blessing of the Sun, Nai is the world's lone savior. Nai - all the whilst regaining his powers that have slowly drained over time - must join forces with a cunning doctor, a mute orphan child, and Luan, a secretive, dangerous, yet charming man who has given naught but his name and age to restore the mortal world to what it once was.

After The Collapse, Earth was reborn as Solara—a dying planet forsaken by the privileged elite who fled to Mars through the NASA–United Nations initiative known as the Exodus Project. They named themselves Martians, leaving the Earthbound behind to fend for themselves. But contrary to expectations, those left behind did not perish. They endured. Against impossible odds, the survivors rebuilt society, reformed civilizations, and gradually breathed life back into their scarred world—choosing to rename it Solara, a symbol of their resilience. Yet even in desperation, human nature did not change. Greed persisted. Nations gifted with newfound powers emerged—and war returned with them. This time, battles raged with limited infrastructure, fewer weapons, and scarcer resources. Amidst the overgrowth of forests and thriving ecosystems, Solara seemed to be healing—on the verge of becoming the blue planet Earth once was. But not all dreams survive the dawn. Without warning, a catastrophic outbreak spread across Solara: the KS-V1 virus, known as the Kharon Strain—or more ominously, the Zombie Plague. Reanimating the dead with terrifying resilience, it threw the world into chaos once more. Amid the collapse, Kael, a former Overseer of the elite Aegis Task Force, crosses paths with Leon, a skilled Decryptor. Together, they unite not just to survive—but to uncover the truth behind the outbreak and stop the Hollow Plague from consuming what little remains of humanity. As Kael and Leon battle through swarms of the infected, they unravel a trail of conspiracy, betrayal, and ancient secrets hidden deep beneath Solara’s reborn surface. And the more they learn, the clearer it becomes— This was never just about survival. It’s about what was left behind.

Arthur, an avid gamer, accepts his friend’s dare to beat an infamous eroge game that no one has ever completed. The problem? The game is designed to trap players in endless smut scenes, with every decision leading to the same outcome: more smut scenes, world destruction and game over. After countless failed attempts and growing frustration, Arthur takes to the game's community forum, venting his anger at the developers. To his shock, he receives a cryptic response from the developer challenging him to find a different ending. Moments later, Arthur is pulled into the game itself, awakening in the body of an unremarkable extra. Arthur finds himself embodying the very lifestyle he once despised—fooling around at every turn and getting swept up in the woman's seductive temptations. Can Arthur resist the game’s temptations, uncover hidden paths, and finally break free? Or will he become yet another player lost to its endless scenes? or he will do both? Follow Arthur’s journey for a fresh story filled with humor, plot twists, and concepts you won’t find elsewhere. This novel includes incest, so if that's something you're uncomfortable with, you may want to avoid it. [Warning: Mature content R-18 ] Tags:- Harem, Op Mc, smut, romance, Milfs, Virgins, Netori, Succubus, Vampires, Elves, Princesses, Gilfs, Demonesses, Angels, Goddesses, Dragons, Phoenixes, Dryads, long seggs scenes, System, and many more. Release Schedule & Support: Chapter Releases: 2 daily chapters, each with 1k+ words. Support & Bonuses: I'm newly contracted and part of the win-win program! Privilege purchases, gifts, golden tickets, power stones, collections, and especially comments are greatly appreciated and keep me motivated. Give this a try—it’s a story that promises surprises at every turn, as long as you make it through the beginning!

Itsuki Aoi, a quiet and introverted 17-year-old student, lives his days unnoticed and alone. That quiet life begins to shift when Shizune Kisaragi — a well-known young actress shrouded in scandal — transfers to his school and ends up sitting right beside him in class. From awkward conversations in the library to soft laughter over favorite anime, their seemingly ordinary interactions begin to bring color into each other’s monochrome days. But how deep can their connection go, when they come from two entirely different worlds?

NOT ALWAYS HERO WIN

"is it true..." "what happen all of a sudden...i just-i just want to help." "what am going to do now...Somebody save me...Someone help me to survive this hell..." Read what happen when a girl interfere a little and become an obsession of a person who is everyone's nightmare... NOT AN OPTION READ NOW Thankyou for reaching...✨

They were five the night it happened. But the photo shows six. A decade ago, they entered a house no one speaks of and left behind something or someone they were never supposed to forget. Now, strange messages, vanished memories, and a shadow that shouldn’t exist begin to tear their lives apart one by one. Secrets buried deep are resurfacing. The house is calling them back. And the sixth one is waiting. But here’s the real question... If none of them remember him… why does he remember all of them?

When Lena Vega inherits a speakeasy called Hollow Hour, she discovers it’s a front for trading memories—and her mother sold her soul to the Hollow Man. Now, with a shadow that whispers lies and a power that rots flesh, Lena must navigate a world of ghostly bartenders, lethal patrons, and Kai, the enigmatic enforcer who might be her salvation or doom. As midnight approaches, the bar’s true customers arrive: beings who don’t just want her memories—they want her voice, her face, her very name. Last call is at dawn, and Lena’s tab is already overdue.

Sometimes, a person doesn’t break from one big moment, but from a thousand quiet ones no one noticed. A journey into the depths of the self, where trust becomes a question without an answer, and reality whispers with doubt. The Hour, a story about everything left unsaid.

Evelyn had a normal happy life until the untimely death of her mother. Her loving father soon became an abusive drunk that would constantly beat her and her older brother Mason. After years of abuse one day Evelyn and Mason managed to escape the terror of their father, when Evelyn finally snapped and killed him. Unfortunately, even though they escaped their rotten father, their lives came to a violent and early end at the hands of a cruel fate. However, when Evelyn woke up after dying, she found herself in a dark damp place. And when she broke free from what confines her, she finds herself reborn as an owl. Follow along as Evelyn lives her second life as an owl in a world of magic and mystery, as she aims to rise up and become the strongest. So, no one can ever dictate her fate again. Warning: This novel is going to be very dark in places, especially the prologue. If you are faint of heart, I recommend you not read this novel. Artwork By Radiopaque.

Detective Nathaniel Mercer is thrust into the darkest corners of New York City when a series of unsettling murders begin. Victims are left with a grotesque, unnatural smile carved into their faces, a chilling signature that earns the killer a terrifying moniker: "The Grinner." As the body count rises and the bizarre smile becomes more precise, Nate and his enigmatic partner, Victor Hale, find themselves battling a killer who seems to be playing a twisted, psychological game. The investigation leads them through the city's murky underworld and into a labyrinth of hidden truths. Nate soon realizes that the Grinner's motives are far more complex and personal than a simple murder spree, forcing him to confront a dark secret from his own past that he thought was buried forever. As the line between hunter and hunted blurs, Nate uncovers a shocking conspiracy that reaches far beyond a single killer, revealing a clandestine operation with roots deep within the system. With time running out, Nate must expose the architects behind this horrifying project before its sinister agenda consumes everything he knows, and the Grinner's legacy becomes a global nightmare.

At 3:33 a.m., the town awakens... but not everyone survives. When trauma therapist Eva Stone arrives in the forgotten mountain village of Dawnhollow, she expects grief, silence, and recovery. What she finds is far worse—a town where the clocks stop every night at 3:33, and the shadows don’t behave like shadows should. The villagers don’t talk about the disappearances. The children draw rooms that don’t exist. And a chapel door opens only after midnight—leading to a staircase that descends into memory itself. Every night, at the same moment, something ancient stirs beneath Dawnhollow—a force built from guilt, stitched with sorrow, and bound to the sins of the living. The ghosts that haunt this town are not echoes of the dead… they are the broken pieces of the people still breathing. As Eva unravels the town’s buried past, she finds herself hunted not by what died—but by what remembers. And she only has until the next Whispering Hour to stop it. This sets the tone for your 30+ chapter psychological horror epic. Let me know if you’d like it adapted for a back cover, an audiobook pitch, or the teaser for a cinematic trailer. Want to step into Chapter One next? The hour is near...

"in the quiet hours of night,love dares to whisper what the daylight hides "

Lex has never felt content. His life been mostly devoid of meaning and he seems truly lost. Until one day he is sent to a strange space resembling his school. With dangerous creatures forcing him to either confront his fears or turn his back he has a choice. Can Lex confront and overcome these spaces or will he eventually fall into despair, for when he returns back to reality not everything is the same as it was...

The Silent Hour follows Ethan, a 19-year-old boy living in a quiet village known for its clockmakers. After a series of haunting dreams and strange events begin on a fateful morning, Ethan finds himself trapped between reality and nightmare. As time slips and the line between life and death blurs, he must uncover dark secrets lurking beneath the village’s calm surface—or be lost to the silence forever.

Elizabeth, a girl with an unusual personality is reincarnated into the body of a mute woman in what appeared to be medieval times. However, the people surrounding her seemed familiar. She had transmigrated as the dead villainess's older sister in a +19-rated novel she read long ago in her past life. Marianne, the previous owner of the body, had a tragic past. Abused by his obsessed older brother and little sister, the part of her soul left in the body doesn't give Elizabeth freedom. Now she will discover the truth behind Marianne's condition, experience unknown feelings, and recall her past to overcome these new difficulties. 'I'm gonna go crazy...how is it that this girl didn't even have her name mentioned in the novel?... some authors really are idiots...' _________________________________ Give some love to my other book too ^^~ • Barbaric Spouse, Descry the Night's Lure * To find my book you have to either search the title or my pen name. It will not show on my profile. _________________________________ TAGS: #R18 #SlowPaced, #Romance, #Smut, #Medieval, #Trauma, #Father&Daughter... (Sigh... so many tags... do emphasise #SlowPaced ^^) _________________________________ This is an original Story ^^ Author: XimenoideX

In a world of unknown horrors and nightmares, one man walks through it all without purpose, uncovering the various mysteries and unsettling truths hidden from the view of the masses.

In a world where the virtuous ascend to the ancestral realm and the wicked are cast into the Unknown World, Joshua Destiny strives to follow the righteous path of his parents. But when he reaches the threshold of ascension, a betrayal sends him spiraling into the dark abyss of the Unknown World instead. Lost in a place filled with tormented souls and unimaginable horrors, Joshua awakens with fragmented powers—his eyes shifting colors, each hue tied to a different elemental force. As he struggles to control his abilities, he uncovers a sinister plot that threatens both the ancestral world and the land of the living. Now, Joshua must rise beyond his limits, facing ancient evils, forsaken spirits, and the darkness within himself. Will he reclaim his rightful place, or will he be consumed by the very world he was never meant to enter?

A girl walks through a rainstorm. The clouds are dark grey, almost black. The rain comes down in torrents. The wind howls like an inhuman creature, threatening the trees and stirring up their leaves into storms of their own. She pushes onward, but Fate and Nature are not mortal, and eventually she is lifted, up and away into the lighting and thunder. What awaits her?

Eunho, a 26-year-old woman, has been haunted by recurring dreams of a faceless student wearing her high school uniform. The dreams stir fragmented memories, but her past remains shrouded in mystery. When she reunites with her high school friends, emotions overwhelm her, and she flees the reunion. In a shocking turn of events, she drowns in a nearby river. Instead of death, Eunho awakens in her 17-year-old body, transported back to her school days, Will she able to go back in her time and find out about her memory.

In a fractured world where sins bind souls and chaos masquerades as order, Aseras stands as both a stage and a graveyard for those who dare to defy fate. At its center is Riomin — neither savior nor villain, but the living key to countless lifetimes and the eternal spiral of desires twisted into tragedy.