Ballad Of Big Nothing Elliott Smith

“You must bear a child, Celia. what good is a woman who isn’t a mother? What good is an empty womb?” “Especially when it’s a foreign womb, like yours…” It’s not an easy life when you’re watched month after month, when all the blame is placed at your feet for your young husband having no heir. Celia Devon Tralhamir, Crown Princess of Havietten, waits every month with hope mingled with fear. A child will secure her future. But it will also bind her for life to a husband she neither loves or respects, who refuses to see her abilities. Is that what she wants? Is she content to prioritise security over happiness, and be a wordless decorative vessel all her life? Or is she brave enough to try to forge her own path and seize fulfilment on her own terms? Even in a society that cannot recognise individual brilliance in a mere woman. A sequel to the WEBNOVEL book “Earning the Love of a Princess”, this novel follows another woman born into the Royal House of Devon, trying to fight the confines that threaten to stifle her happiness.

"Football isn't just a game"—it's life. For 16-year-old David Jones, football is more than a sport; it's an escape, a calling, and the only thing that makes sense in a world full of challenges. The electric thrill of scoring a last-minute winner, the roar of the crowd—it’s the closest thing to freedom he knows. But David's journey is far from simple. Blessed with extraordinary talent yet burdened by fiery anger, he’s fighting battles on and off the pitch. Growing up as the son of a Nigerian immigrant and a British mother, David navigates the pressures of cultural expectations, the weight of his own ambitions, and the scrutiny of a sport that demands perfection. Passion drives him forward, but his temper holds him back. Can he channel his emotions and prove himself worthy of being football's next big star? David Jones: The Next big thing is a gripping coming-of-age story about resilience, identity, and the unrelenting pursuit of dreams. Disclaimer: This work is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to real persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. All trademarks, brand names, and other proprietary rights mentioned or depicted are the property of their respective owners and are used for illustrative purposes only. This work is not affiliated with or endorsed by any brand, company, or individual mentioned. All rights reserved.

Kai Hasegawa, a genius striker, recalls the exact moment his soccer career came to an end: deceived, broken, and left for dead. Now, unbelievably, he's sixteen again, returning to Japan's most brutal soccer academy, where future superstars are made or forgotten. Kai has one chance to change his fate, armed with knowledge of a grim future and abilities that should not exist in a teenage body. But as he rises to the top of this cutthroat business, he realizes a sobering truth: knowing who would betray you does not make the knife any less painful. In a game where yesterday's teammates are tomorrow's opponents, will Kai's second chance at glory withstand the cost of ambition?

The six prefectures of Zhongbo were offered to foreign enemies on a silver platter, and Shen Zechuan was taken into custody in the capital, reduced to a drowning dog* loathed and condemned by all. Xiao Chiye followed the scent of the furor and made his way over. But instead of setting others on him, he kicked Shen Zechuan with his very own leg, rendering the latter an invalid. Who would expect this invalid to turn around and bite him in a counterattack until he was all drenched in blood? That was the start of an epic feud between both men who tore at each other every time they come face-to-face with one another. “Fate wants to bind me here for life, but this is not the path I choose. The yellow dust submerged my brothers deep under. I have no wish to bow in submission to an illusory fate. The imperial edict can’t save my troops, and the imperial court can’t fill the stomachs of my mounts. I’m no longer willing to lay down my life for this purpose. I want to surmount that mountain. I am going to fight for myself.” Note : a ‘drowning dog’ is someone who is down and out, having lost favor or power. tags: adult, yaoi, historical, mature, drama, enemies to lovers, r18 DISCLAIMER: THIS STORY IS NOT MINE AND I'M NOT THE TRANSLATOR EITHER. I JUST WANTED TO SHARE THIS TO EVERYBODY

Story has been changed to "I'm An Evil God." since this novel was going nowhere/reached a dead end. + Hanasaki Uta and his four friends were dragged into the familiar trope of being summoned to another world. While his friends were chosen for roles like "Hero" and "Saint," Uta alone was assigned the job of "Unemployed," a designation that offered him no power or abilities. Given some money and promptly sent out of the castle, Uta’s misfortune took a darker turn. He was betrayed by the summoning king, who ordered soldiers to kill him. Slashed down by their blades, Uta’s life appeared to end there. But they had overlooked a crucial fact. While Uta was indeed a student with no apparent role, he harbored an incredible secret. Hanasaki Uta was not human. He was a dark god in disguise.

Suddenly, humans are transported to a space disconnected from earth, and are told by an angel to survive monthly trials, they are given skills of course... but Kalin gets no skills only one mysterious title [Jack of Nothing]

The world as we know it has plunged into chaos. Zeus, in a fit of arrogance, committed an act so reckless that it sparked a war between the Greek gods and every other pantheon in existence, leading to the downfall of the world. As gods and mortals alike perished, Hades, god of the underworld, tried to intervene—but was ultimately stopped by a force greater than himself. His wife, Persephone, was imprisoned, and Hades himself fell into despair. But just as his end seemed near, two primordial beings—Chaos and Order—visited him. They offered Hades a second chance, sending him back in time to the golden age of the gods. Now, back in the Age of Myth, Hades must prevent the catastrophic future he once lived through. But what do Chaos and Order expect of him? Can he rewrite the fates of gods and mortals? With Persephone by his side and ancient powers stirring, Hades is determined to stop his brother and reshape destiny itself.

“I Lord Tank Albridge, and my family, Pete Albridge, Cleo Albridge, and Fred Albridge, disavow Vinnandra the hateful as our blood. “Today, in one voice we curse the day she joined us, and we’ll forever celebrate the day she has left our ranks! Vinnandra shall not know us, and she is not ours to know anymore.” *** In a world of white-haired dragon riders and black-haired witches, Princess Vinnandra Albridge is born red-haired as the forbidden spawn of a witch-spy and a dragon rider known as the Hateful. Unwanted by her family and shunned by society, Vinn tries to get by everyday unnoticed and alive. However, her simple plans come crashing down when her family disavows her by removing her from her royal bloodline, proclaiming her a traitor to consequently serve as an official slave to the notorious Lenklock dragon riders family that rules in the North. There, it would seem that while Vinn might not be able to groom a dragon, she might make good food for one… not if she had anything to do about it. Vowing to fight for her life and rise above others, Vinn must learn how to break through her blood and reach to whatever minute strength she possesses and become a dragon rider… or something. And it would seem Vinnandra’s vows would be realised in the form of Xander Lenklock—a troubled man and problematic heir who charges into her life, proclaiming a nobody like her his greatest ally and seeking her alliance. For the first time in a long while, Vinn feels needed and wanted—two dangerous elements that ignites feelings she shouldn’t have, and evokes thoughts she shouldn’t think. And in a partnership that might make or break them, Vinn was sure she would do anything to have Xanders’ body, heart and soul. Problem is, Xander has a fiancée who was there to stay… forever. But with her mothers past looming over her, and with shadows of the enemy hidden in the trees playing their ultimate move, even if Vinnandra manages to steal Xander’s heart, will she be able to keep it? Or will her dubious identity destroy everything she has come to enjoy? Will the powers she has come to possess swallow her? Or could she be the enemy that her people really fear? Be whatever it might, the ultimate question remains—Dragon rider or Witch… which is she? ***** VOLUME 1 (Beginnings): COMPLETE VOLUME 2 (Chaos Abounds): ONGOING

A young boy who goes into the past to right a wrong, by protecting and raising his father. The boy wants his father to have a happy and long life, and will do what ever it takes to make that happen. Even if he has to become someones worse nightmare.

Chi Ai got transmigrated to a novel as a side character. Before Tranmisgration she was the top experimented ' Razer '. The side character Chi Ai was destined to die and is hated in the novel by her family. Chi Ai decides to change the fate of her and her family as well as her brothers who doted on her till the last breath of their life. But she never appreciated them and harm them resulting in being hated by them. She mocks those who call her untalented, well to all those she was a divine doctor, professional researcher, a world-famous hacker, and many more. She starts a business and becomes a legendary businesswoman. Her maternal family thinks she is after their 100 million yuan assets, sorry but her every single company has a minimum asset of 5 billion yuan. __________________________ Her Eldest Brother who is a famous doctor:" Whoever dares to touch my sister I will let them face my scalpel" Her Second Brother who is a famous technology genius: " If you dare to bully my sister, I will give you an electric shock" Her third brother who is a famous entertainment artist " My sister is sweet, don't bully or I will show you the power of my fans" Her Younger Sister who is a famous fashion designer: " Don't you dare to bully my sister or I will let you see the wrath of my scissors " Certain playful vicious second male lead " Hey sweetie, let's get married, I can't wait to tell the wolf eyeing you that you are mine" He glanced at her as if she was his little prey....... Chi Ai: Wait wasn't they supposed to hate her?........ Join the journey of our second viscous female lead, to know how she changes her fate and how she unravels mysteries about her. This is an original work. I will update the novel on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Stay tuned.

(A EARTH-23 Escapade straight from the Elder Age!) My name is Kali of the Bloombergs, well formerly of the Bloombergs. I have elected to participate in the current war between Androcien, Goddess of Knowledge and Erosa and Narvath, The Goddess of Love and War respectively. I hope to make a name for myself and prove that i can be a warrior. Just like my grandfather. ......... I really hope this isn't all a big mistake.

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The Summer Basketball League is a new event hosted by major sports organizations related to basketball to give young players the chance to showcase their talent on the biggest stage, with the main prize being a ticket to the NBA. The story follows a group of young men who reach for that coveted prize, but the journey is filled with sacrifices, intense training, and difficult decisions.

Sophie’s wedding to her perfect fiancé, Andrew, is days away. To celebrate, she flies to Vegas with her best friends for one last night of freedom. But the night spins out of control, and Sophie wakes up married to a stranger. The situation turns even more chaotic when Sophie realizes her impulsive husband is none other than Liam, Andrew’s estranged older brother. Torn between family loyalty, hidden truths, and a spark she can’t deny, Sophie faces a choice that could change everything she thought she wanted. As she stands at the altar with Andrew, her heart and her life hang in the balance.

In 1984, America's streets were already a powder keg of crime and chaos. Then came Sean Rockefeller – and he brought matches to the party. But calling him just another troublemaker would be missing the point entirely. Sean wasn't your typical player in America's underworld. While others fought over street corners, he was building an empire that would touch everything from Hollywood to Wall Street. This wasn't just another crime story. This was about transformation: From a pizza shop worker to legal mastermind From street survivor to entertainment mogul From nobody to somebody who made Hollywood executives sweat From target to the head of an elite security operation From hustler to legitimate businessman One bullet to the head should have ended his story. Instead, it was just the beginning. Sean didn't just survive in America's underworld – he rewrote the rules. His empire would stretch from the courtrooms to the movie studios, from private security to legitimate business ventures. Some called him a thug who got lucky. Others said he was a genius who gamed the system. But everyone agreed on one thing: Once Sean Rockefeller entered the game, nothing in America's criminal landscape would ever be the same. They say America is the land of reinvention. Sean Rockefeller took that idea and ran with it – all the way to the bank.

Leuco has been living his life with the burden of a curse that he cannot share. He is on the 12th year of a journey he embarked at the mere age of 10, trying to find a way to remove his curse and find the entity that cast it on him. His journey takes him across the continent while his reputation as the "Knight of Misfortune" precedes him everywhere he goes making his life and quests just that much harder.

When playing Big Bet, the choice is only one: win or die. This story follows Choi Hyunsuk, a man who lives boldly after experiencing deep trauma in the past. When he reunites with an old friend, Cha Tae-Hyun, they decide to start a casino business together. However, this glamorous casino world is full of dangers, deceit, and high-stakes games that threaten them. Hyunsuk and Tae-Hyun face various obstacles, including threats from competitors, betrayal from associates, and internal conflicts that shake the foundation of their business. In every bet and high-stakes game, they must struggle to survive and protect what they have built. Will their courage and intelligence be enough to overcome all the challenges, or will they fall into ruin?

After disappearing for three years, Lan Jin returned accompanied by her five sons, all fervently dedicated to spoiling their mother! Eldest son: A domineering CEO with tens of billions in assets. Second son: A logical genius, a legend in the surgical medical field. Third son: A superstar, the recognized best actor in the film industry. Fourth son: Hacking and racing expert. Fifth son: The school heartthrob and academic ace who enjoys skateboarding and esports. Lan Jin was previously labeled as a worthless good-for-nothing and was treated with disdain, but her five sons supported her no matter what! However, soon… "Damn! Lan Jin won first place in a national competition and even defeated the Billiard Queen." "Damn! Lan Jin is also an expert in calligraphy, has superb driving skills, and has composed an astonishing piano piece!" Everyone was collectively dumbfounded when they found out her true identity! However, they had no idea these disguises were just the tip of the iceberg since she would have a new disguise daily. * She was born with a short lifespan and needed to spend money non-stop to ward off disasters, or else she wouldn't live long. A certain lord threw out a limited-edition black card with extravagant generosity and declared to the public, "Whoever dares to stop my wife from spending money, I'll break his fucking arms and legs!" He was the reincarnation of a Pixiu, naturally adept at amassing wealth. Therefore, he had plenty of money. He was known as the Stingy Master. However, he was exceptionally generous to her and spoiled her.

In the Harry Potter universe, Alaric Black, a soul reincarnated from Prime Earth, awakens in the notorious Black family, carrying the weight of extraordinary knowledge from his past life. At nine, he discovers a mystical tree in his soul space that grants him insights into the multiverse—a vast tapestry that includes not just the magical world but also the realms of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and beyond. Embarking on a daring adventure into Muggle London, Alaric uncovers the interconnectedness of realities and realizes dark forces threaten not just his world but the entire multiverse. Armed with a keen intellect and a thirst for knowledge, he strives to hone his magical abilities while navigating the complexities of his secretive family. As he embraces his destiny, Alaric must balance magic and the unknown to protect his loved ones from looming dangers. Will he harness his unique gifts to safeguard the multiverse, or will shadows of destiny overpower him?

In the typical romance stories, there is always a villainess who is the rude, monstrous and making the life of female lead a living hell. At the end, the male lead marries the female lead and then what about the life of the villain who had been cast out. This story is about the villainess Zoey, Who forget about the bastard fiancee, and his angelic two faced love, and live a fulfilling life meeting the big boss who pampers her a lot. "The fiancee who broke my heart, screw him. I can find anyone" "All my friends left me, Let them go, I can find good ones" " My parents abandoned me? That's fine I have more powerful people behind me" And then there is Nathan, the king of the Business Empire, all people fear him, but he only loves Zoey. Dive into the love story of Zoey and Nathan

Olympus has fallen. The last ballad has been sung and all the gods were dead--but not quite though. Ares and Athena, two deities of completely opposite morals, are forced by their new fate to traverse together an unbeknownst life of mortality--facing adversities of power, pleasure, and a tomorrow of different morning glory.

In a post-apocalyptic world where survivors are granted superpowers, a band of proffensional idiots try not to kill each others Jack is someone who just wants to lay back and relax in a world without society But the devils hand says otherwise While he only sighs and is forced to move forward side note: i will be uploading this story on royalroad.com