Junior Essay Contest

"It felt like every cell of my body was purposefully made to one day defeat Edward Junior Chernyshevsky-Coleman. I had every desire to be better than him. To be stronger, smarter and more loved. It was maddening; a desperate plea for survival. I was on the right track... That was until his eyes met mine and he looked at me the way he did. At that moment I felt like I would die." Connor Leandre Rennison and Edward Junior Chernyshevsky-Coleman. Deputy Captain and Captain. Rugby Royalty and the son of the world's richest man. Fire and Ice. Sworn enemies from the first moment they laid sight on each other. Yet is that all they really are or is their hatred a cover for something more passionate. Something that could burn them both alive and leave them to be nothing but ashes. The third installment of the 'In Love series' by Matli_Unicorn. Check out Edward In Love and Ethan in Love to follow the 'Chernyshevsky-Coleman' family on their journey of love.

Seven thousand years later, she became the Goddess of Darkness, and crowned as the queen of the United Empires of Darkness. She reigned over the United Empires of Darkness, which composed of Devil Empire, Vampire Empire, Werewolf Empire, Snake People Empire, and Dragon Island. She created the strongest army, which composed of seven royal guard regiments, dragon knight army, phoenix knight army, vampire army, werewolf army, snake people army, and dragon army. She blessed her soldiers with superpowers, and her soldiers returned her with loyalty and respect. She hosted eleven fun contests after Christmas, which were Red Wine Brewing Contest, Music Contest, Dancing Contest, Ghost Storytelling Contest, Talent Show Contest, Costume Design Contest, Cooking Contest, Dragon Riding Contest, Horror Storytelling Contest, Romance Storytelling Contest and Fantasy Storytelling Contest. She hosted resurrection ceremonies in Heaven Company for six days, threw thirty chosen souls into another world, and entered another world on her own in the last day, in search of the better self. When she came to her destiny's crossroads, she chose the path not taken, and wondered how things might have been different.

A forbidden seal. A scribe no one trusts. A judgment that cannot be completed. Shen Jin, once a nameless record-keeper, now holds a relic that cannot be classified by any law or sect. The seal responds to no command — except to questions no one dares to ask. As factions fight over its ownership, the seal begins to remember. And what it remembers… might be the end of everything.

The Sect Leader has taken in a new female disciple. She is very beautiful, causing countless people to be enchanted by her. Until Zhou Qing finally activated the entry, seeing a golden tag flashing above many people's heads. According to the hint, that was others' inner notes about him. The chief of the neighboring peak's note on him was [A lecherous pervert playing dumb chicken]. Yan's note on him was [Junior brother who is both lustful and daring]. Shi Zhen's note on him was [Junior brother Zhou with worsening sleepwalking condition]… When Zhou Qing looked at this new junior sister, her note was [So handsome][So powerful][So domineering]. At this moment, it could basically be confirmed that she liked him. So, Zhou Qing gathered the courage to confess. "I... like you." But she laughed heartily: "Dad, you were so funny when you were young."

A story of adventure and discovery. A story of bonds and fellowship. A story of mysteries and mantras. A story of a world only the brave dare to brave. The adventure of a simple young man, brave and strong. A seeker of fun, one who understand the beauty of creation. A creature shrouded in enigma, as deep as the universe. The pursuit of mankind and all creatures in existence. A game of survival, a struggle for dominance. A contest of the braves. Additional tags: Realistic fantasy, Mature, Ecchi, Guild creation, Romantic Subplots.

"Those who defy the heavens must be prepared to pay the price." Zhu Rong dared to forge a divine grade weapon in the mortal world, an act the heavens deemed a challenge to their authority. In response, the tribulation descended with fury, striking him down and ending his life in a blaze of divine wrath. But death was not the end. In the moment his soul scattered, he awoke once more... in the body of his 17 year old self. With his memories intact and the mistakes of his past laid bare, Zhu Rong is granted a second chance, to repair the regrets that once shackled his heart, to reclaim the strength he once lost, and to finish the masterpiece that cost him everything. This time, he will forge his legend anew. And this time, not even the heavens will dare to stand in his way.

Drake Lorenzo was your average 19-year-old otaku… until life hit him with every tragic anime cliché imaginable. Orphaned twice and stuck working at a dead-end coffee shop, he had nothing going for him—until he died. Pushing a little girl out of the path of a speeding truck, Drake's final thoughts weren’t of glory... but regrets. He wished for a second chance—to live on his own terms, find love, and maybe (finally) lose his V-card. That’s when it happened. A glowing screen appeared: [ You Have Been Granted Another Chance In Life, To Be Reincarnated In A Fantasy World, As A Shadow Gunslinger. Do You Accept?] Hell yeah, he clicked “Yes.” Now reborn in a world of monsters, magic, and mayhem, Drake awakens with the mysterious Shadow Arsenal System—a power that lets him summon shadow-forged weapons and gun down enemies in style. But between beast girls, boss battles,beautiful mages and hidden enemies, surviving this world won’t be easy… Good thing he’s armed to the teeth—and dying to live as he see's fit. join my official Shadow Arsenal Discord! Chat with author,get updates and interact with other readers. https://discord.gg/HR25tmAm

In a realm where gods and their chosen champions vie for power, an unprecedented threat emerges, demanding unity among unlikely allies. Ishar, a Kolotian and the champion of the God of Chaos, disappears into the desert seeking to liberate his hidden kin. His madness, traded for his chaotic power, makes his quest as unpredictable as it is vital. Rehny, housing the Goddess of Love, Nyawe, seeks nothing more than a quiet life of farming, far from the turmoil of civilization. Despite his abandonment of the sword and his title as commander of Binoria’s legions, fate conspires to draw him back into a conflict he cannot escape. Mairek, the champion of the God of Space and Time, finds himself bearing the overwhelming expectations of the kingdom of Talisi. As plans hinge on his success, he faces relentless pressure, all while Time itself seems bent on his destruction. In the kingdom of Remu, Edda, newly promoted from spy to knight, embarks on a critical mission to awaken the slumbering Goddess Alietsi. If she fails, she must seek aid from other champions to prepare Remu for an impending assault on a weakened Binoria. Half-siblings Dahli and Masutap, champions of the Goddess of Order, find themselves on opposite sides of a devastating conflict. As queen of Binoria, Dahli is determined to thwart their brother Leba and his dark patron, Locha, the bringer of endless night. With annihilation looming, her resolve is unyielding, yet the path to salvation is fraught with peril. Far across the Rankf Sea, in the hidden land of Basi Haya, Kaza, a member of the exiled Rad es Maalas, embarks on his own journey, one that will reveal his unexpected role as a key figure in the unfolding events. As Kaza’s path to becoming the champion of Sin is revealed, his emergence will have profound implications for the realm, even as many remain unaware of his existence. As these champions converge, their fates intertwined, they must set aside their differences to confront the ultimate threat: Leba and his malevolent deity, Locha. With the very fabric of their realm at stake, unity becomes their only hope against the overwhelming power of total obliteration. In this epic continuation of the saga, alliances will be tested, destinies forged, and the line between order and chaos will blur as heroes and villains clash in a battle for the soul of the world.

[WSA 2025 Entry] He built an empire in the shadows. Now, the city’s underworld is collapsing—one move at a time. Alex Gray- strategist, manipulator, and a ghost. Known only as The Architect by those he had crossed paths with, he’s rising through the city’s criminal world with cold precision. And then an unexpected betrayal sends him spiraling down, leaving behind a man hunted by his own past and wounded. But when a mysterious system grants him access to deeper levels of influence—intelligence, power, reputation—he becomes a player no one can predict. The cartels want him gone. The cops want him caught. And one wrong move could bring everything crashing down once again. In a city ruled by corruption, Alex doesn’t play the game—he rewrites the rules. Dark. Tactical. Addictive. This is a modern power fantasy where intelligence is deadlier than bullets. “Everything and everyone is a mere pawn on a chess board.” -------------------------------------------------- 100 Powerstones = 1 Bonus Chapter 200 Powerstones = 2 Bonus Chapters 400 Powerstones = 3 Bonus Chapters 20 Golden Tickets = 1 Bonus Chapter 30 Golden Tickets = 2 Bonus Chapters 40 Golden Tickets = 3 Bonus Chapters A/N Please note that all bonus chapters will be released during the following days update with the regularly scheduled Chapters. Join the Discord server for more information. Discord Server: https://discord.gg/n6JJ573H

Ethan, a university student from Earth, is thrust into a brutal cultivation world with no way back. Enslaved, auctioned, and nearly broken, he's rescued by a sect leader from one of the Three Great Sects and given a year to prove his worth. But there’s a problem. HE CAN’T CULTIVATE AT ALL. However, everything changes when during a sect mission, he discovers an ancient stone cauldron housing the soul of a mysterious dragon girl, once a companion of the cauldron’s ancient master. In exchange for helping her recover, she reveals the truth of his rare body and unlocks a path no one dares tread. Through a hidden system, Ethan gains power by refining pills, trading flame for force, and rising through the advanced alchemy. He arrived in this world with nothing. But with a dragon’s knowledge and a relic older than time, he’ll defy heaven’s laws and forge his own legend. ----------------------------------------------------- Author: The novel is a bit slow paced in the first chapters, but try to continue, I assure you it gets better. (╯°□°）╯︵ ┻━┻

It was supposed to be an ordinary night out—dinner with his junior and the junior’s girlfriend. But destiny struck without warning. A robbery gone wrong, a terrified criminal, and one panicked shot. Shen never saw it coming. One moment he was alive, the next... silence. But death wasn't the end. Rem awakens in a new world —a realm ruled by cultivation, martial might, and ancient clans. Reborn into the prestigious Xuan Clan, he quickly discovers that he's not alone in this second life. A mysterious cheat-like system has fused with his soul, offering him knowledge, power, and a path to heights unimaginable. With memories of his past and a newfound purpose, Ren walks a road few dare to tread. He will temper his body in the flames of battle, break the chains of fate, and rise beyond the limits of mortals. As enemies gather and legends awaken, a storm begins to brew—and at its heart stands the boy destined to become the Flame Emperor.

A game is about to begin—a ruthless contest of blood and death where mercy is a forgotten word. The weak will be trampled, the innocent will be devoured, and only the cunning, the ruthless, and the unparalleled will rise. This is no ordinary game; the wager? it's nothing less than the world itself. But isn’t that what makes it thrilling? After all, what fun is a game if survival comes easy?

Sunz was born with an unknown ability given only a sword from birth but had no idea of what to do, until one faithful day his ability got reawakened and it's his choice to live his old life or explore his new one with the help of his friend Jihu. At first, Sunz was invited by Jihu to see his Grandpa's tournament in Korea. But the invitation as a Visitor soon changed to an invitation as a Contestant. Now having a chance to compete at Jihu's Grandpa's tournament to find the next member of the Water Clan. But to have a chance at competing in the tournament Sunz needs to win against one of the Inspector. Even if he can defeat the Inspector, can he defeat the other Contestants, who are there for the same reward? An inexperienced nobody joining the World of Experts. Can he survive or will he die without achieving ANYTHING?

On suis diva en tant que médecin et super Héroïne elle essaie de vivre une vie normale mais defois le devoir l'appele

Junior Rogers a tout perdu en une nuit. Sa famille massacrée, sa vie détruite par des tueurs masqués. Seul survivant d’un carnage qu’il ne comprend pas, il n’a plus qu’une obsession : découvrir qui a ordonné leur mort. Mais dans les rues de Grimhaven, les réponses ont un prix. Et Junior va découvrir que pour obtenir sa vengeance, il devra accepter de devenir quelque chose qu’il n’avait jamais imaginé. Certains secrets de famille valent plus que des vies humaines.

When one woman have everything in their hand, they will be so arrogant and mean to other people below them but... this is not the same for Min Xuxu who have everything all the girl wants including popularlity, wealth and goddess face.Men and woman all worship her,be it her teacher, senior or junior that make her the queen in the Sky high highschool. Everyone keep the distant from her except her friends because they believe she is nobel that can't be tainted by their hand.

The top boss Qi Can suffered nerve damage and weakness due to an accident and needed extreme quiet. Therefore, he chose a mute among a group of marriage candidates. Everyone in the wealthy family ridiculed Shi Ting for not being worthy, but Shi Ting was willing. Qi Can didn't care about it. Although the little mute was boring and infatuated, he was quiet and safe. Until the engagement ceremony, a strange voice suddenly burst out: - "Ahhh! Did I drug him or urinate him?" Qi Can was shocked:? I'm crazy After the awakening plot, Shi Ting got a task: If you say enough 100 million words in your heart, you can cure your voicelessness and reverse the tragic ending of being silently killed by Qi Can after he became mentally ill. So she loved him on the surface, but insulted him passionately in her heart. Occasionally, a round of dolphin sound at a high decibel cultivated her sentiments. When encountering any difficulties, she immediately went crazy in her heart. After working diligently for several days, the domineering president was hospitalized with a blank expression and vomited blood. The doctor told the president: It is unscientific to hear the inner voice! You must be suffering from paranoia! So Qi Can tried to send Shi Ting away, but found that the farther away, the louder Shi Ting's inner voice was! Ears! Desire! Deaf! Finally. Everyone saw that Qi Can personally took Shi Ting back, begging her with red eyes to be happy, and to crush all those who made things difficult for her, and to satisfy all her outrageous wishes. At that time, Ting's favor completely shocked the entire wealthy family, —— "No, he is sick, isn't he?" Qi Can finally broke down and held her down, "He is really sick to like you."

When fire rains from the heavens, Alaric, a solitary mysterious wanderer saves an old woman and is struck down by a celestial blaze. He awakens not in afterlife, but in a world forever changed. Marked by a divine seal, Alaric learns he has been chosen as a contender in a brutal contest: to determine the next God of War.

Ichijo Hotaka sees youth as fleeting and meaningless—until he meets Ao Hoshikawa, a girl who challenges his detached outlook. After finding his discarded essay, she pulls him into unexpected conversations about life, writing, and the small mysteries around them. As their paths intertwine, Ichijo begins to question his own isolation. In the quiet moments of playgrounds and rain-soaked streets, he wonders: can youth be more than just something to endure? Blue and Endless Rains is a story of fleeting connections, introspection, and teenagers struggling to define themselves in a world that demands they fit in. Through fragmented moments of honesty, they learn that even the blandest sky holds a shade of blue worth looking at.

Every person sees the world through their own lens. The same question can lead to countless different answers — shaped by age, experience, and emotions. In this interactive series, I ask one thought-provoking question each day. Readers from all walks of life share their personal thoughts. My goal is to collect these voices and understand how different age groups think, feel, and respond to the same idea. Join the journey. Share your truth. Let’s discover the wisdom hidden in our everyday thoughts. *This is an interactive non fiction/ essay style series.

// A princess, a contest, and a masked outlaw with a grudge. It's not quite a fairytale, but it's getting there! // In the fractured Kingdom of Stormwatch, Princess Adora faces a grim future. Far from the throne, and thrust into a contest for her hand by the ruthless Prince Nicobar, she's resigned to being a pawn in his power-hungry schemes. Nicobar's hedonistic, iron-fisted rule is enforced by the Sheriff, a relentless, enchanted metal-mechanical enforcer who hunts down anyone daring to defy the crown. Yet, even he cannot stop Grimholt -the notorious, enigmatic outlaw leader -whose daring exploits have captured the hearts of the people and the ire of the Prince. As the contest unfolds, Adora finds unexpected allies and foes among the court and the bandits. Though she is powerless to stop the Prince's machinations, her heart is drawn to a mysterious, daring competitor. Dawning a plague mask and adopting the name 'The Prince of the People', he challenges not just Nicobar's plans, but everything she thought she knew about courage and justice. With storms brewing and the Sheriff closing in, the Princess must make a choice: will she risk everything for a chance at her freedom- and a love as wild as the magic of Stormwatch?

After transmigrating into a harem novel, Lin Xiao became the villainous Eldest Senior Brother of the Azure Mist Sect. By following the original storyline and being a pesky villain, he could eventually attain his reward of becoming immortal. Having no other choice, he carried out his duty as a villain conscientiously. He would tease Fourth Junior Sister, steal Third Junior Sister’s clothes and spike Second Junior Sister’s drink. Finally, the day when Ye Chen, the male protagonist, joined the sect came. Lin Xiao was exhilarated. According to the original plot, he would attempt to Ye Chen, be caught by his Junior Sisters, and be humiliated by Ye Chen. Yet, to Lin Xiao’s surprise… “Big Brother is too kind. The poison he has prepared is such a child's play. Let me show him how it’s done.” Second Junior Sister said. “Kill Ye Chen! Kidnap Eldest Senior Brother! He is mine!” Third Junior Sister declared. “Kill everyone! Let’s create a world with only Eldest Senior Brother in it!” Fourth Junior Sister exclaimed. “My sweet disciple, he’s so cute even when he tries to poison someone furtively.” His beautiful master swooned. Lin Xiao screamed internally, “Read the scripts, all of you! I’m the one who is supposed to be killed!”

A long-haired ghost, drenched in blood, crawled out of the toilet, her crimson tongue flicking with venomous curses. "I want your life~~" Yi Qi, focused on upgrading his circuit components, barely spared her a glance. "Apologies, but I am not a fully autonomous lifeform yet." The ghost: "…Huh?" In the livestream, others confronted ghosts with terror, trembling as their souls nearly fled their bodies. Yet, he was the only one chasing after the ghost with relentless scientific enthusiasm. "This is an entirely new species. It must be documented and registered." The ghost on the run: "…" The audience in the livestream: "…" Good grief! We came here for a paranormal livestream, and you turned it into a science documentary? As the last survivor of his world, AI humanoid Yi Qi bore the responsibility of carrying forward the legacy of civilization. Traveling through rifts in time, he arrived in another universe seeking refuge. His greatest wish? To become a real human. Yet soon, Yi Qi awkwardly realized—the world he arrived in was brimming with supernatural forces. Demons roamed freely, and exorcists walked the streets like common folk. And eventually, he encountered the one entity feared by all—The Vengeful God. With golden eyes burning like candle flames, the god locked onto him. After a long pause, he chuckled softly, lowering his gaze. "You wish to become human?" "Let me teach you."

Jiang Yun died in his original world, and his spirit traveled to a cultivation world as the Holy Son of the Sacred Land of Mist. However, his new body was severely injured from being attacked by demonic cultivators and having his Sacred Bones stolen. As he was in despair, a voice from a System, known as the Villain System, sounded. Initially, he was shocked because of his experiences, which seemed like the destiny of a protagonist. However, when he discovered that his junior disciple was the true Son of Destiny and had stolen his Sacred Bones, hiding them, and was a spy for the Demonic Sect, Jiang Yun realized he was being framed. The junior disciple created false accusations against him, causing other disciples to dislike and reject him, including senior and junior disciples who shared the same master. Without hesitation, Jiang Yun decided to become the Villain. He planned for survival, gathered resources, amassed forces, and acquired subordinates. Eventually, his master decided to remove him from his position as Holy Son. He then chose to leave the Sacred Land. When he encountered an Emperor Spirit, he learned that the world was about to undergo a dramatic change in the near future. Thus, he established a Sacred Land for those who were despised and abandoned by heaven, or for those who shared his ideals. I am the author of this story and plan to publish it on three platforms: Webnovel, ScribbleHub, and Royal Road.

Hanrry, a 30-year-old man, has devoted his life to the relentless pursuit of absolute truth. From the pages of science to the mysteries of forgotten religions, he has studied everything humanity has ever discovered—driven by the desire to uncover his origin, his purpose, and the secrets of the very universe itself. When he comes across a ritual from a lost faith and decides to test it, a phenomenon that defies everything he knew occurs: "I was right. Other worlds truly exist." Prepare yourself to follow Hanrry on a journey beyond the boundaries of knowledge, where faith and reason intertwine, and the truth can be more fantastic—and more dangerous—than he ever imagined.