Tightrope

What’s Good? What’s Evil? Yuan Tianzhu didn’t know anymore. Torn in two halves—one shining with righteousness, and the other embodying pure evil—He was walking on a tightrope of morality, suspended above an abyss of darkness. Is he Good? Is he Evil? Or something far worse? The only thing Yuan Tianzhu knew for certain is this: People are born innocent. But he? He was anything but.

Sora Arashi; a lonely and love-deprived teenager. Walks a tightrope between despair and hope. Orphaned at a young age, he lives with his uncle’s abusive family enduring constant neglect. Sora finds solace in books, particularly those containing “Yanderes”. He yearns for a connection so intense, that not even death could severe it. So, will Sora find what he intensely yearns for, or will he succumb to the overwhelming urge to just disappear? ----- This is my first ever novel, so please do go easy on me. I am not very confident in my writing, but hope you guys like it. English isn't my native language, so I sometimes have used AI to make it sound better, but be sure the idea or base isn't taken by AI, just some of the wording. So I hope you guys can excuse that. The novel concept won't be something revolutionary, just your average wish fulfilment novel you can say. It can be read as a good time pass. It will be cliche but I will try my best to upload quality content. The cover is AI-made. Credit to my friend Odayaka. Be sure to check his novels out (Much better than mine) https://www.webnovel.com/profile/4320077764 Constructive criticism is very welcome. I will try to release every 2 to 3 days. My discord: https://discord.gg/eDaKPehNf5

Reborn in Aethel, a world of magic tied to morality, Theo finds himself weak and unaligned – an outcast. Yet, Theo's true power lies in his flux, an ever-shifting alignment that grants unpredictable magic. He navigates prejudice, masters strategy, and unlocks his hidden potential. Joining an eliteguild, Theo builds a team while desperately seeking the fabled Equilibria, an artifact rumored to control his alignment. As a rising villain threatens Aethel's balance, Theo must master his moral tightrope walk, wielding his unique magic and strategic mind to save the world, one shifting choice at a time. …

Welcome to my life—Arsol Dare, the face of Althyra’s wildest game show, "Dare to Dream." Picture this: contestants from every corner of Althyra, dreaming big and ready to face contests that range from the hilarious to the hair-raising. And who's the charming host who guides them through these wacky stunts? Yours truly!   But here’s the kicker—I’m not just your average game show host. Under my laid-back exterior lies a cunning sorcerer with reality-altering abilities, cleverly disguised as magic tricks. With each season, my abilities grow, fueled by my audience's delight and sky-high ratings.   As I travel from state to state, gaining followers and new upgrades to my abilities, I’m on a mission not just for fame but to find a painful reminder of my past—my only family.    Yet I live in a world divided between beastkin and mages. I walk a tightrope of neutrality, using my secret ability to ensure fairness and spread what I know best—joy.   So, if you're up for a ride filled with laughs, magic, and a touch of heartwarming moments, join me on "Dare to Dream" and see the world through the eyes of Althyra’s most enigmatic game show host: MEEE!

Anabell, the last child of the St. Claires' discovers that she is the price her father paid for a favour. In a glitzy realm of relentless ambition and insatiable desires Anabell is trapped in the cold embrace of an arranged marriage but fate has a wicked sense of humour, for the billionaire tycoon she is forced to wed is Ethan Cresswell, the very man who shattered her world years ago. As their lives are entangled in a load of complex misdirection, lust, and treachery; revenge dances on a tightrope, threatening to consume them both. Each step taken to exact revenge brings them closer, whispers of an ancient curse echoing through their shared desires. Hidden agendas are unveiled and devastating secrets are exposed, the stakes skyrocket to a level unimaginable. Can love survive the wild storm of forbidden desires and shattered illusions? Or will the ruthless pursuit of revenge eliminate their chances for redemption? CHARACTERIZATION Protagonist Annabel, Twenty-Four years old. Backstory: She's the last child of a millionaire. Initial Desire: To turn her father's company into an international conglomerate. She sees Ethan as an opportunity to achieve this feat. Antagonist: Ethan Cresswell. 25 years old. Backstory: The first son and heir of a billionaire.

David's life is a patchwork of shadowed memories and broken whispers, a canvas painted with the bruises of his past. As a child, the haven of his grandparents' home became his refuge, a lighthouse guiding him away from the storm of his early life. But the scars run deep, etching a map of fear that leads him into the wilderness of his own mind. Enter Sarah—her smile, a dawn of new hope; her presence, a melody that soothes the cacophony of David's internal chaos. With her, David tastes the sweetness of joy long-forgotten, his world awash with newfound color. Yet, happiness is a horizon ever fleeting; when his grandmother's death shatters the calm, David is plunged once again into the abyss. The bottle becomes his silent confidant, the numbness a cruel solace. Time warps around him, a mocking echo of stability he yearns for. In Sarah's shadow, paranoia blooms—a thorny vine wrapping its deceit around his thoughts. The spiral tightens; reality fractures. David stands on the precipice, gazing into the void where reality and delusion meld and warp. His life, a tightrope walk between sanity's edge and the depths of madness. Can David navigate the labyrinth of his own psyche and emerge into the light, or will the darkness claim him in its silent embrace? This is not just a love story; it is a descent into the very heart of human fragility—a tale of one man's harrowing odyssey through the mind's darkest corridors in search of the elusive sunrise of peace.

In the captivating story "Kismet's Embrace," identify Amora's journey as she walks the tightrope between the ordinary and the extraordinary. In the middle of everyday school days and family get-togethers, Amora gets caught up in a tangle of emotions after receiving a touching letter from her crush, Nick. Amora and Nick set out on a romantic and devoted journey as fate works its magic, all the while juggling the demands of their academic aspirations and personal development. Promises made, futures intertwined, "Kismet's Embrace" is a gripping story that delves into the magic present in both ordinary and extraordinary life moments.

There is no eternal friendship... only eternal benefits. Ashvale Oberius Navarin is the heir to one of the most prestigious noble families, a crime family in the drug business to be exact and a young chemistry professor. All of his students admire him. In their entire life, they have never seen a person more kind, friendly, and innocent than him. He has a special aura to him that makes one instantly smitten or want to protect him. An angel of a person is supposed to be the heir to one of the evilest crime families, it's almost unreal. Soon everything turns topsy-turvy as the entire human population transmigrates into a fantasy world. In this unknown and mysterious world where humans rank the lowest in the species hierarchy, Ashvale must find his place in the new society. A society, that contains peculiar powers that were only thought to exist in fiction such as Magic and a group of beings called Sponsors. With the introduction of these peculiar powers, there is chaos among humans, their entire community has fallen apart with no distinction between the poor, rich, noble, and the middle. Everyone is greedy for the top spot, the peak of the mountain where the air is crisp. In such a reality, Ashvale Oberius Navarin, the noble heir to the house of Navarin was fated to cease existing. However... Ashvale was still alive and that too healthy and even kinder than before. All that knew Ashvale had question marks in their mind. The 25-year-old had completely exceeded their expectations, frankly speaking... It was a miracle. Or.... was it? People believe what they want to believe, not what they hear, not what they see. Can a naive idiot really survive in such a dangerous world? Is Ashvale Oberius Navarin... really the person people believe him to be? Questions... questions...questions. Why would anyone want a dangerous enemy?.. When one can have a caring friend or a harmless fool capable to be the butt of their jokes. In this fantasy world where mythical creatures, elves, and dragons exist...the line between illusion and reality is a tightrope and to cross it... a great leap of faith is needed.

Seventeen years following the ravages of a war that created three bitter generations, a fragile peace dithers at the brink. Like a woven cloth, a web of alliances, treaties, and secrets uphold the delicate balance between two great powers: The ancient empire of the Elemeri, whose outstretched arms guard jealously the coastline of the known world. And the Holy See, an amalgamation of squabbling fiefdoms, duchies and papal lands in whose chaotic existence answers to no one ruler, save a single uncaring god. In such a world Lindel, the son of heroes, has been made a captain of the Palatine Guards. What appears a most envious post at first is a death trap for those caught unprepared, and he knows this best. For to be a guardian to the children of ancient kings is to walk a delicate tightrope. Together with a band of misfits and raw recruits, he must navigate the uneasy and shifting alliances between senators, generals, and less savoury characters. If not for the fragile peace, the life work of his father, then for his self-preservation, he must seek to preserve a status quo that he does not trust. For in the Empire, pieces of parchment and handshakes are all that stands between peace, and total war. Like cloth, such things are delicate. They can be cut and broken. Forever.

    There is a sister/brother school na itinayo opposite from one another, it is built with different school quality and different rules—Royal North Academy and Royal South Academy.     Royal North Academy welcomes students who have an average grade, best in academics and scholars, Royal Northernians are bound to obey the rules with finesse and etiquette, while the Royal South Academy welcomes the student who doesn't have to attain an average grade, the school particularly welcomes everyone, with no rules to be bound on to the students--the Royal Southernians.    Because the opposite and different rules, both campus are contained with different kinds qualities of students that made the students of both campus be like the oil and water—that don't mix.    Every campus has its own Campus Royalties that represents the school, most especially in every event.  Zara Mayumi Park, one of the Campus Royalties of Royal North Academy, the secretary of Royal North Academy's Supreme Student Council, forte in musical and arts, and a Vice President to their own classroom which is the section that got the most population of students that upholds the school's honor. For Zara, no one can ever beat Royal Northernians, thinking that she shouldn't bother to be threatened by other schools. Zara grew up with a silver spoon and everything placed already in front of her in a plate. She's happy and living the life to the fullest! Dependent to her sister, to her parents and friends, what a beautiful life she have! What could go wrong?    In her 10th grade, could her luxurious life change?     Until a strike of kismet happens, she fell in love. In love with a guy who can do anything, who can sweep her off her feet and treat her like a princess and does everything for her like she dreamed for all those years she existed. Making her life more perfect than it is, already. A guy he never expected that would caught her heart by his authoritative personality, which differs her personality totally. Though, what if that guy would be a Royal Southernian? Most of all, one of the Campus Kings?     Unexpected things are the best, they say, but is it? Jacob Williams, the President of Royal South Academy's Supreme Student Council. Leadership and authority is written all over his presence and success is written all over his future, and having someone to love is not in his future plans.     Could Zara survive that kind of love? One-sided, maybe. Unrequited love, maybe.     Could "Zara wants, Zara gets" applies on Jacob with a snap of her fingers?     Or Zara has to walk the tightrope to get the man she loves?

An elephant with a past he wishes to forget. Why does he like to be miles above it all? Join in the circus where we catch a glimpse into the life of a great past-time. What really happens at a circus, and can everybody be trusted? Can anyone?

A collection of short stories to touch your heart, ranging from smut to fluff to angst to small series, everything.

I’m Alexandria Emile Alcove, Xandria for short, and yes, that Alcove. The youngest daughter of the world’s richest family, I’ve been sheltered my whole life, riding to school in my custom Black and Pink Rolls Royce and sporting designer everything. Navigating life as the youngest daughter of the powerful Alcove family is like walking a tightrope—especially when my four overprotective brothers act as my personal security detail. And after a series of disastrous dates, I’m convinced I’ll never find love. Every time I think I’ve found a potential suitor, my brothers swoop in with their “Date Extermination Squad” tactics, scaring them off before I even get a chance to know them. With each thwarted romantic encounter, I realize it’s time to take charge of my own love life. Or so I thought... Character art cover: Djeezer

Oliver Queen awakens to a rebirth in a fantastical world where divine blessings dictate one's destiny and societal standing. Without any supernatural powers or sacred blessings, he stands as an outcast in a society that venerates such gifts. Refusing to be marginalized, Oliver discovers an innate talent for archery, a skill that requires precision, patience, and practice rather than magic. To secure a place in a prestigious academy and a chance at a better life, he fabricates a blessing from the Moon Goddess, claiming it grants him unerring aim. His deception gains him admission, but it also sets him on a precarious path where each day is a tightrope walk between advancement and exposure. Amidst the halls of the academy, Oliver experiences the warmth of friendship, the stirrings of first love, and the comfort of belonging, feelings he had long forsaken. However, his inability to fully embrace these connections leaves him isolated, and over time, they begin to fade away like echoes in a vast canyon. When he's unexpectedly selected to represent his class in the school's annual competition, Oliver's secret teeters on the brink of revelation. The event includes a stringent blessing verification test overseen by the formidable dean, designed specifically to unmask impostors. With the walls closing in, he contemplates drastic measures to protect his secret, even as he realizes that running away may cost him the very things he's come to value. Determined to confront his challenges head-on, Oliver embarks on a journey of self-improvement and self-discovery. He resolves to rely on his own hard-earned skills and the genuine relationships he's begun to form. Along the way, he attempts to reclaim the friendships and affections he once neglected, understanding that true strength comes not from divine blessings but from within.

A girl made to pay for a father debt to a demon lord, the ultimate sacrifice or a slim chance to survive. Where will her choices lead her? Can she make it back or forever walk the tightrope till she falls into hell.

This is a SAMPLE ONLY. For the rest of this novel, please visit my Patreon! (www.patreon.com/_MaryAnne_) --- This is a story about a genetically modified girl that struggles with her sense of place and identity in the ever changing, futuristic world of technology, as she fights to find what it means to be human. Subject Xero dances on the tightrope between hero and villain, nature and nurture, friend and foe, throughout the story, teetering from one side to another in her quest for freedom.

Hellebores, a cash-strapped college student is drawn into the dark and dangerous world of the criminal underworld after getting involved with one of the cold and calculating criminals in the business who soon makes her one of his hired hands. She is drawn into his orbit and finds herself unable to resist his alluring promises of wealth and easy money. She'll face death and danger. She must walk a tightrope between danger and success, testing her nerves and her skills to the utmost just to make it through.

In the shadows of a life shrouded in darkness, Lilith found her sanctuary. She was a prodigious genius in mathematics, mastering the art of problem-solving with ease. The world labeled her as "cool," a perception she wholeheartedly embraced. But a journey unraveled a web of hidden truths within their clans, and the untimely death of Amaya changed the course of their lives forever. Caught in a moment of vulnerability, her world was shaken by the caring yet insistent voice of Nikolai. "But I don't want to lose you, Lilith. Despite everything, you're still important to me," he admitted. She grappled with the struggle to protect herself while yearning for true connection. As her reflection danced in the dark canvas of a gang jacket, Lilith faced the conflict between her identity and her need for understanding. "I know you will, Amaya. And I promise, when that day comes, it'll be an adventure you won't forget," she declared, hinting at the hidden depths she guarded. Lilith's life was a maze of contradictions and secrets, a balancing act between her intellect and her yearning for genuine connection. As she donned her gang jacket over an oversized tee, the layers of her identity unfolded. The jacket bore witness to battles fought and victories won, a testament to her commitment. Lilith walked a tightrope between her cool facade and her desire for vulnerability, a tug-of-war that kept her captivatingly enigmatic. She was a master of intrigue, a complex soul caught between the allure of the shadows and the longing for authenticity. Her journey was a captivating exploration of the delicate balance between her cool facade and her need for authentic connection. In her own words, "Life is full of surprises, and so am I. I guess you could say I like to keep things interesting." Lilith's life was a captivating interplay of intellect, allure, and enigma, inviting those around her to explore the depths of her intricate personality.

Kaiel Reed has been having dreams; ones strange enough to shake even him up. Yet, he doesn't know what to make of them. With his past a blur and his powers growing each day, he finds himself walking a tightrope between life and death the closer he comes to learning the truth. The one to accompany him on this treacherous journey is Diana Florentina Magreet, a fallen princess from a lost kingdom who has her own demons to face. Will the two of them be able to break free from the ever-tightening noose around their necks, or will their time run out even before they realize it?

In the opulent halls of Yanghua Manor, where crimson roses bloom under the moonlight and shadows whisper ancient secrets, Detective Liang Meiying walks a tightrope of truth and legend. A blood-soaked rose, an ominous note, and a whispered curse - the Fengling legacy. Each generation is tainted by misfortune, each member a suspect. Liang, with eyes sharper than polished jade, delves into a maze of family secrets, where envy festers and loyalty bleeds thin. Is the curse a vengeful phantom or a cunning killer cloaked in darkness? As danger tightens its grip, Liang must face a chilling truth: one shall fall, and none will be forgiven. Will she untangle the web of lies before the next petal drops, or will Yanghua Manor claim another victim, staining its roses with an even deeper crimson? Excerpt Liang couldn't help but mutter under her breath, "Just what I needed – a haunted mansion with a side of family drama." Lord Yang Yuxuan shot her a look, a mix of annoyance and amusement, "Haunted mansion? Detective, this is a prestigious ancestral home with a few quirks, not a setting for one of those melodramatic horror films." They reached the top of the staircase to find Xia, a housemaid frantically pointing towards a portrait that now lay on the floor, its ornate frame shattered. "What happened here?" demanded Liang, her detective instincts kicking into high gear. Xia stammered, "I-I was merely dusting, and it fell on its own! I swear!" Liang arched an eyebrow, unconvinced, but before she could press further, a mysterious wind swept through the corridor, extinguishing the candles. "Who left the windows open?" Lord Yuxuan asked no one in particular. "Great. Now we're in a haunted, horror film," Liang deadpanned, her gaze fixated on the darkness. Lord Yang Yuxuan shot her a sidelong glance, lips twitching with a hint of a smile. "Detective, this is no time for jokes." Liang shrugged, "Humor is my coping mechanism. Keeps the ghosts at bay, you know?" But something didn't add up. "Lord Yang," she interjected, "you mentioned your father receiving the rose. But wasn't it your grandfather?" A flicker of surprise crossed Lord Yang Yuxuan's face, followed by a deep frown. "No, Detective. My father inherited it from his father, just as I did from him." The implication hung heavy in the air. If the note appeared just before his father's death, then the curse, or whatever was behind it, had chosen a different generation to claim its first victim.

In the shadow of a galaxy where empires rise and fall with the stars, Julius Augustus Warart stands at the center of an ancient prophecy. Born to the guardians of Auroria, a planet key to the galaxy's power due to its rare Aetherite, Julius's fate is anything but his own. As the universe whispers of an impending cataclysm, he must grapple with the burden of his lineage and the haunting question of his true role in the cosmos. "Echoes of the Whispers" is not just the story of a man, but the tale of a universe on the brink. With every choice, Julius walks a tightrope between salvation and damnation, not just for himself, but for entire civilizations that hang on his every move. As ancient forces watch in the shadows and new enemies emerge from the light, Julius's journey becomes a race against time, destiny, and the darkest parts of his own soul. Will he be the galaxy's salvation or its doom? The path is laid out, but the choice is his to make.

In the heart of the bustling city of Newhaven, Ethan Montgomery carries a profound secret: he is a man with two souls. One is a beacon of kindness and compassion, while the other is a malevolent entity born from a traumatic past. Ethan's life becomes a tightrope walk between these two opposing forces, leading to an inner struggle that threatens to engulf him. Guided by his therapist, Dr. Claire Richardson, and supported by his unwavering mother, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery and therapeutic exploration. In his quest to reconcile his contrasting souls, Ethan delves into art therapy, creating a series of powerful sculptures that symbolize the universal struggle of human nature. The sculptures become a symbol of hope for countless others who grapple with their own internal conflicts. Ethan's journey transforms him into an advocate for mental health and resilience, as he shares his story and insights with audiences seeking guidance and inspiration. The narrative unfolds as he turns his chaotic existence into a source of hope and understanding, bridging the gap between darkness and light. "Mixer" is a story of self-acceptance, resilience, and the healing power that resides within the human spirit, demonstrating that even the darkest shadows can be transformed into sources of light and inspiration.

°•°•°•°°•°•°•°•°•°•°°•°•°•°°•°•°°•° Darien is your average 17 year old, his life consists of videogames, food, school and the occasional family reunion. He's always been on the tightrope between failing and passing in school and he never layed much attention to people, that is until Theo came along... Theo is a city boy who moved to the countryside with his parents, he is out of place almost as soon as he steps into Aspenhill highschool. With a love for reading and stargazing, he quickly becomes almost every teachers pet (except the gym teacher, he hates him). Upon meeting, Darian takes a quick dislike to Theo's "city attitude". But the more they talk and get to know each other, they quickly start letting their barriers down and become friends, sharing almost everything life has to offer. That is until the accident.

Cover art: AI-Made After dying in his original world, an individual is transmigrated into a world of sword and sorcery. After waking up in prison and in his new body, he awakens a system the asks him to come up with a new identity. After lying to his fellow inmates, his persona of Alerion Ashcroft a legendary Knight from overseas is born. With this new system and a second chance at life, Alerion must walk a tightrope of lies and reality as he has to manage his lies and the risk that they may bring to his new life. The adventures and missions that follow him will only make his fame and glory grow, but at the same time only make him fall further if exposed for his lies. As time progresses, Alerion will encounter allies who will believe his lies of glory, and enemies who were plan to see the Legendary Knight fall from his glory. Enemies won’t be the only thing Alerion will have to worry about, since his system can also cause chaos and send him into false missions that will only lead to more dangerous situations that he will have to lie his way out of or worse fight. Claiming to be a Knight might have been his most dangerous lie of them all since Alerion had never fought in his previous life nor ever faced confrontation. This is the story of how an ordinary person with the ability to lie had risen to glory under a false Persona. [Chapters are inconsistent and I release a new chapter whenever I have time or am trying to make my boss believe I am typing at my computer.}