Smoldering Lake Worm

Upon waking, Jiang Hui found himself to have unbelievably transformed into a willow tree, luckily, he had the Golden Finger by his side. Looking around, he suddenly had a grand dream, that was to create a powerful tribe that could stand the test of time. But what's the story with this Stone Village in the neighboring mountain range? And who is this lad named Shi Hao?! Also, what's the deal with those nine worms dragging a massive bronze coffin?!

Wandering the rivers and lakes, stopping every now and then Unfolding the memories of youth's drift Having walked through this world today, with countless lingering attachments The wind has started to blow from the past

Kayla Montgomery is a 21-year-old firebrand, a woman with a razor-sharp mind and a heart as independent as they come. After years of fighting her way through the art world, she’s finally creating out a name for herself as an up-and-coming painter. She doesn’t need anyone, especially not a man, to tell her how to live her life. But all of that changes when she becomes the target of a powerful criminal organization after an art theft goes wrong. Enter Jeff Winters. A 27-year-old, 6’2” ex-special forces bodyguard who’s as formidable as he is captivating. Dominant, controlled, and relentless, Jeff doesn’t do emotions ,especially not with someone like Kayla, whose fierce independence drives him insane. Tasked with keeping her safe, Jeff is supposed to be her protector, not her lover, but everything about her calls to him in ways he’s not prepared for. From the moment they meet, sparks fly. Kayla resents his presence, treating him like a glorified babysitter, while Jeff can’t help but want to break through her walls. Every heated glance, every smoldering touch, intensifies their undeniable chemistry. The tension between them is thick, magnetic, but neither of them is willing to give in. But when an explosive night of passion forces them to confront their desires, everything changes. Kayla’s walls crack, revealing a vulnerability she’s never shown before. And Jeff? He’s caught between his unyielding need to protect her and his overpowering desire to claim her. As they are drawn deeper into a world of danger and desire, Kayla and Jeff must navigate the fine line between love and obsession. Will they find a way to surrender to their passion, or will their own fears and secrets tear them apart?

Elara, a young painter known for her extraordinary talent and calm demeanor, stumbles upon a mysterious crystal orb while shopping with her vibrant best friend, Sienna. Drawn to its otherworldly beauty, she takes it home, intending to create a masterpiece for her upcoming art auction. But as she finishes her sketch, the orb unleashes a surge of light and transports her into a breathtaking world she thought only existed in her imagination—a realm of shimmering crystal forests, star-lit lakes, and magical secrets.

Katarina, a sheltered and naïve young woman, moves to Sierra-Madre to live with her aloof and intimidating step-sister, Sharon. While Katarina tries to adjust to her new life, Sharon’s cold demeanor and domineering presence make it clear that living under the same roof will be anything but easy. One night, an innocent mistake leads Katarina to uncover a secret side of Sharon’s life—a world of control, seduction, and forbidden desires hidden behind the elegant exterior. Oblivious to the implications, Katarina brushes off the discovery, but the tension between them begins to smolder, slowly unraveling Sharon’s carefully guarded control. Sharon finds herself drawn to Katarina’s innocence, despite knowing the risks of crossing the line. Meanwhile, Katarina is inexplicably captivated by her step-sister’s commanding presence, even as she struggles to understand the new and confusing emotions stirring within her. As their lives become intertwined, the walls of propriety crumble, giving way to a passionate and dangerous connection that could either break them apart or bind them forever. In a house filled with secrets and desires, innocence may be the first thing to shatter. Breaking Her Innocence is an intense and provocative journey of forbidden attraction, emotional conflict, and the thin line between restraint and surrender.

Roxie Munoz was reborn. Her past life was a mix of betrayal, tragedy, death and unresolved questions. This life, she was determined to do better. She wanted to repay every thing that had been done to her—both good and evil—while also getting to the end of the strange apocalypse system she had binded with. The apocalypse system hid a deeper conspiracy. Roxie thought she had no time for love but she was wrong. The betrayal she got from her best friend cheating with her boyfriend didn't stop the inevitable. The familiar and amnesiac man she kept seeing in every apocalyptic world found a way to worm his way into her heart.

I died in an accident after making three of my beautiful girlfriends have a big fight. In another life, I woke up from my sleep after being saved by King Zavier, a charming young king when I drowned in the lake. Strangely, King Zavier is very similar to my best friend from high school, Xavier, who was killed a year ago as a soldier while serving in a conflict area. He wanted me to be his queen, when all the noble ladies were crazy about him. Meanwhile, I actually fell in love with Princess Minka, his beautiful younger sister. I also had to face the obsession of Duke Aiden De Vegmegeur, King Zavier's half-brother who was very similar to the gang leader who bullied me in high school. Does a playboy like me have to be a potential rival for noble ladies and an obsession for the King and his half-brother?

"I told you not to touch me," Audrey said. "In front of people," He reminded her. Audrey could feel the smirk in his voice. ~~~ Audrey's seventeen years in the Grey Blood pack were like a caged animal. She lived each day dreading the next unexpected thing the Alpha could punish her for. Audrey tried hard to understand the mysterious dream she'd been having, but nothing made sense to her, she was lost. She wished to be freed from the Grey Blood pack, but she lost all hope of survival when she found herself locked and chained in the cold dark dungeon. She hated him, she cursed him as her blood drained from her. She was happy to die and go away from that monster-alpha. Audrey awoke in a magical world where she learned everything about herself, she cultivated herself to become the strongest wolf and witch alive. One item though, led her back to the last place she wanted to be. Alpha Aloha Lake ruled the Grey Blood pack, the largest and strongest pack in the States. He was known to be brutal, even the mafia feared him. Nothing or anyone bothered him, except one; the damned bitch Audrey. He hated her, and he would make her pay for her mother's sins. But he could not kill her...yet. Alpha Lake emotionlessly stared at Audrey's bleeding body that lay on the cold dungeon floor, he ordered his beta to dispose of her without a second thought. One year later the enemies met again. Will hatred be the only emotion they share? Could they resist the fatal attraction they felt for each other?

After a fatal accident, Daniel is reborn in an underwater world as a simple carp, retaining his human mind and guided by a mysterious evolution system. In the vast and perilous ecosystem of a lake filled with deadly predators and ancient secrets, he must learn to survive, evolve, and uncover the purpose behind his new existence

(MASS RELEASE ON Dec 10) Klaus had spent his entire existence as a puppet, bound by the strings of fate. However, a miraculous turn of events granted him a fresh start. The remnants of his former constraints smoldered in the ashes of his past. Now, unshackled and determined, he resolved to forge his destiny according to his own desires. No one, not even a deity, would be spared if they dared obstruct his path. Klaus was ready to wield the sword of vengeance and carve his own fate in the annals of history.

Rebirth through Time Travel] "I Rely on Intangible Cultural Heritage to Transform the Waste Planet" Introduction: [Planting + Food + Infrastructure Management Daily] In the year 4321 of Interstellar, the frozen Evelyn woke up on a waste planet. She wanted to grow flowers and fish, but unfortunately she was bound to the "Inheritance System". Faced with tens of thousands of inherited skills in the system, Evelyn was overwhelmed and wanted to lie down and give up immediately. Unfortunately, the waste planet was desolate and the environment was bad, which was not suitable for planting and retirement. In order to get rewards and improve his living environment, Evelyn had no choice but to learn various inheritances [Learn house building, food, medicine, martial arts, embroidery...] [Congratulations on completing the task, rewards include fields, forests, lakes, shopping malls, family planning supplies...] Later, there were millions of fertile fields on the abandoned planet, herds of livestock, and rich nutrition. 　　 a priceless treasure that shocked the world was produced on the abandoned planet. 　　the Intangible Cultural Heritage College, the Science and Technology College, and the Immortal Cultivation College were opened on the waste planet. 　　… 　　the defeated waste star regained its vitality, with advanced medical care, advanced technology, and explosive combat power. 　　All races of people in the universe want to learn culture and technology. 　　Evelyn looked at the crowd of different races: Sorry, the natives of the ancient blue star are given priority. Special topics: Cool articles, food articles , farming infrastructure articles

My name is Shen Mu, I just turned twenty this year, and I am a heavenly traveler. Two and a half years ago, because I was squatting in the toilet pit playing with my cell phone for too long, when I stood up my legs were numb and unsteady, and I accidentally fell forward. Then accompanied by the sound of the cell phone falling was a burst of heavenly rotation, and came to the sky of this immortal cultivation continent. After that, there was a sound of clothes being torn by a strong force, and my clothes were torn into pieces by an invisible force, even my pants were not left behind. But fortunately, I was falling into a spiritual lake. Unfortunately, there was someone in this spiritual lake, and it was also a stunningly beautiful fairy with an excellent figure. Unfortunately, I only caught a glimpse of her fair face and body, and then I completely fainted. When I woke up again, that fairy used this as a threat to forcefully take me as her disciple. I had no choice but to bow my head to her and agree. Since then, my cultivation life in Wanxiang Peak has thus begun.

Gu Ning'an unexpectedly transmigrated into a Xianxia world and stumbled upon a mystical manual titled The Path of Dao. After years of diligent cultivation, he mastered its teachings, gaining the strength to slay a tiger with a single finger. Feeling confident in his abilities, Gu Ning'an descended the mountain and explored the mortal world for five years. During his journey, he roamed the rivers and lakes, forged new friendships, and vanquished demons and monsters. However, one day, he came across The Path of Dao at a roadside bookstall, only to discover that the so-called immortal technique he had relied upon was nothing more than a widely circulated folktale in the mortal realm. Determined to uncover the truth, Gu Ning'an returned to the mountain and immersed himself in studying The Path of Dao once more. Twenty years passed in a blink, and Gu Ning'an felt as though he had grasped the entirety of heaven and earth, with the ends of the world visible at a glance. In that moment, a strange realization dawned upon him—if he so wished, he could ascend to immortality on the spot...

After meeting an unfortunate death on earth, Sigrid unwillingly transmigrated into a novel world becoming Lady Sigrid Thorin the unwanted wife of the crown prince. She resigned herself to her fate and set a goal to become the empress. But to become the future empress, she had to gain the heart of her husband_the foul tempered Prince Roland Maximus a man that loathed her and would sooner kill her than kiss her. While his heart was too thin for her to squeeze into, it was rather wide for the woman he brought home on returning from a three month expedition, a woman he had sworn to protect forever. The same woman Sigrid was on a mission to destroy, an irreconcilable enemy. With misunderstandings, scheming and jealousy, thus begun Sigrid's trials to win the heart of the man that had undeniably captivated her with his dazzling smile and her mission step over the fake female lead, be crowned empress and change her fate. Excerpt. "A knife to the throat of your husband that has just returned from war, what do you hope to accomplish crown princess?" Sigrid's eyes trailed down, to the silver blade pressed against her abdomen, she raised her head and laughed snidely. "A knife to the belly of your wife as soon as you return from war, other men start by saying, honey i am home. They also don't bring home unwanted canaries as presents for their wives." Roland leaned down with a part smug and part angry smoldering look in his eyes. It was if he wished to set her on fire, and not in the passionate way. "Honey i am home." he slowly said, dragging the words out. Sigrid trailed the knife slowly over his neck, almost as if she was caressing it with her fingers. "Welcome back, i hope you don't mind but i intend to kill that canary. If you want to bring me a gift next time, try gold and diamonds. I can also accept you, just wrap a ribbon around your bare chest."

Xu Wuyan, a feared and ruthless villain who defied both righteous and demonic sects, sacrificed everything to refine the Chrono Larva, a worm capable of bending time itself. Cornered by his enemies and on the brink of death, he uses the larva's power to reincarnate six hundred years into the past. Now reborn in a humble mountain village, Xu Wuyan retains his memories, knowledge, and unyielding ambition. With a second chance at life, he sets out to reclaim his path to immortality, determined to rise stronger, crush his enemies, and defy the heavens once more. "In this life, as in the last, I will walk the path of immortality—even if the world burns for it."

Cliche. Another monster progression story. That was probably what you thought when you read the title of my story. And, I can't lie, for the most part, it probably is. But, what else am I supposed to do when I've been thrusted into a world that could kill me in an instant? There's nothing to do but to progress, to devour and evolve. You would do the same too. Such is the basis of a monster. Such is the right of any living being. So that's what I did. I ate, I killed and I hoarded anything I could get my big limbs on. Friendship, allies and love? There used to be a little god calling himself "Heaven's Equal" who spouted of such things, before I ate him. The world went pretty quiet after that. Follow my story. Read for yourself how I evolved from a little monster in a lake I thought was the ocean, all the way into the Titan Of Destruction. What To Expect: - A relatively quick progression story - Ruthless, I mean - Fang Yuag levels - of ruthless protagonist. - A system? that grows stronger along with the protagonist - Big Monsters Duking It Out, with minimal humans/beastmen/elves, etc. . .focus. Basically, monsterverse without annoying ass humans ruining the show. - Did I mention that the protagonist was pretty evil?

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A couple weeks before Lake's Martial Course Entrance Exam, While he was taking a nap during a class he is awoken by a strange beeping sound. Opening his sleepy eyes, he could sees a strange holographic screen in front of him. [Roleplay System has successfully bonded to host. Do you wish to begin roleplaying?] [Yes?] or [No?] At first Lake thought he was still half asleep and half-heartedly chose [Yes]. Immediately After he saw a new prompt appear before his eyes. [Please select the main role the host wishes to play from the following options.] After reading that message, A series of options appeared before him. The options were so numerous that they covered the entirety of his vision. From the numerous options Lake could spot a few interesting sounding roles, [Martial Saint], [Heavenly Sage], [Harem King], [Slaughterer]… The options were too much and they made Lake dizzy. Without much thinking Lake scanned through the list of roles and choose the role whose name caught his attention the most. [Master of Fate] *** Disclaimer 1. Cover art is not mine. It belongs to kaslla. I took the image and edited my title onto it. Their twitter handle is ksb_x4 if you wish to check out their work. 2. This is my first novel that I decided to write to fill up my free time, so don't expect constant updates or any amazing writing quality. 3. I am willing to take criticism as I am still looking to improve my writing skills. For those who may post constructive criticism, thanks in advance. 4. Finally, thank you for taking the time to read my novel.

Ethan wakes up expecting to see the walls of a hospital room—only to find a system message blinking in front of him: [Ding! You have killed a green worm] [Ding! Green worm has been added to your summoning list] Anything he kills becomes his to command?!

Regressia, a world where humans, elves, faes, dwarves, and sirens exist, was thrown to chaos with the appearance of outer world portals called "Worms", polluting the world with beings from the After Realm called the Damned. To stop it, a "Promised One" was prophesied, who will bring peace to the world and stop the evil. However, 3,000 years have passed since the prophecy was told. People have considered it a myth. That is, until a young boy was found. ************ [The picture is from Pinterest. I just edited it. It is not mine. All credits go to the artist.] [UPDATE: According to my availability] PS: please bear with the grammatical errors, my first language is not English

Welcome to Hell's Gate City, a sprawling metropolis inspired by Venice and the industrial heart of the Pride Ring. Situated in the Sea of Pride-a marshy region dominated by rivers, swamps, lakes, and towering factories-Hell's Gate is a city where pollution fills the air and danger lurks in every shadow. In this story, you'll follow Kain Longheart the rhythm demon, blind and former Pentagram City musician, who has left his old life behind to open Veildark Records a record label. Join Kain, his crow companion Greasy, Lenian Bloodbite, Rash, and other original characters on a near-lethal underground hunt for the Recorder-a device containing the only known recording of the infernal melody. Brace yourself for a journey where blood and jazz collide, all within the hellish landscape tied to the Hazbin Hotel universe. Ready to breathe in the smoke of the factories and dive into the dark canals of Hell's Gate City? Then let the hunt begin.

A story about man named Sebastian Heinrich,who just ordinary man who one night he saved a drowning boy in the lake. After that he found himself reincarnated as a character in his novel as Louis Roosevelt THE WORLD UPSIDE DOWN. He will face a difficult journey,as he enter the world where all impossible things come true(AWAKEN,PATHWAYS,MAGICAL CREATURE) will Sebastian be able to return to his original world???

"Classmate, can I sit beside you?" The beautiful boy nodded indifferently as he vacated the unowned chair beside him of his things before redirecting his gaze unto the thick Psychology book he had been reading, paying her not a shred more of his attention. _______________ "Classmate, I forgot to bring my pen, can I borrow one from you?" Her beautiful deskmate frowned slightly but still ended up lending one under her desperate, begging face. "This is the last one I'm lending you. You borrow one from me every day. When are you returning them to me?" ________________ "Classmate, I sprained my ankle. Can you carry me to the infirmary? It hurts so much!" A few minutes later... The school doctor concluded that there was nothing wrong with her ankle. "Uncle Doctor, you must be mistaken. Can you check again? Ahhh! It hurts so much! I think I'm going to die!" School Doctor "..." Brat! How dare you question my ability! Scram! ______________ "Classmate, wuwuwu! My father died and my mother sold our house and ran away with the money. I have nowhere to go now. Can I stay at your house for a while?" Dongfang Xi cried pitifully causing the beautiful teenage boy to purse his lips in heartache and worry as he took her into his embrace. ......... "Achoooooo!!!" On a secret military base on the outskirts of Beijing, a certain unmarried general who was said to have died and whose wife ran away with his inheritance sneezed loudly. Dongfang Yu rubbed the tip of his nose and smiled foolishly. "My dearest darling daughter must be missing me." _____________ Top student Lu Jingyan's life had been calm and unperturbed as the still waters of an untouched lake in the deep mountains until one day, an obstinate creature called Dongfang Xi barged in, creating constant ripples that gradually turned into turbulent waves on his otherwise quiet lake and ever since then, peace became a luxury as a certain Imp continued to dance and prance around on the tip of his heart. "Ever since I met you, my life had been filled with colors."

It was always Elliot's dream to become an Adventurer. He lacked magic powers to which was why society looked down on him. His life changed when he was lost in the Forest of Gray Lake, and a book found its way into Elliot's hand. The book was a manual to become strong. So strong that you could cross the level cap of all adventurers. A book that contains the secret to surpass level 100. [ Images on the cover not mine ]

Transmigration and beastmen story. Struggling to deflect the Murim cultivators hot on her heels, Cheon Soo-yeon, who was an S-rank hunter, and sole apostle of the Heavenly Demon constellation, had no choice but to jump into an unexplored abysmal space. However, instead of falling into a pit, the heavily injured lass finds herself landing on the nest of a mythical beast called vermillion bird. Scared stiff, the girl starts to question her life, if it was her retribution eating too much fried chicken. "Why is... there a flaming chicken the size of a building here?!" "Am I gonna be a samgyupsal after surviving a horde of Murim bastards?" Had she known this would happen, she would've endured eating carrots and cabages, opting for a vegetarian life! "Kyuu~" "Huh?" A soft chirp from the dumb-looking newborn chicks made her shudder. "Hey! S... Stop drooling while looking at me! If you're hungry call your mother. Guys, I'm not a worm for a bird feed. Hello? Hello?!"

Tom Scott never intended to become a hero. Accidentally summoned to another world after the true hero had already arrived, he was left to carve his own path. Over the years, his incredible skill and tenacity earned him the title of an S-class adventurer, celebrated and respected across the land. But after a decade of relentless quests and battles, Tom yearns for peace. Memories of a serene countryside—its lush green forests, golden wheat fields, and a tranquil lake—call out to him. Determined to leave the chaos behind, he sets his sights on this idyllic haven to start a new chapter in life. Yet, even in retirement, the world has a way of pulling adventurers back into its fold. Can Tom truly find the quiet life he seeks, or will his past follow him to the countryside? author's note: I have used that name so redundantly on my reruns of Stardew Valley

Those of us who remember the days of the writer's workshop in Iowa. Classmates, hearts involved in creative writing. Featured in books written by themselves ten years after graduation from Iowa. Best-selling Novels, Poetry books, and classroom texts, to teachers of the art of writing themselves. The Reunion will be at a Cabin resort just off Lake McBride Lake. Plenty of Fishing, boat rentals, and swimming. Lots of hiking trails, and picnic spots to grill out at. Picturesque views to paint, and write a novel about. The class of 1979, will meet at the resort cabin rental check-in. What to expect is unlimited points of view and get-togethers from June till September. What happens next is the phenomena to unfold come join us and read along as a friend. Sit back and enjoy a book serial. The greatness of these is a good Romance and the writer who writes it. Author DeeAnn Gorman.

tells the story of Rover Averway, a high school boy in a difficult situation. Indeed, the world he knew has been destroyed, replaced by a chaotic place, where walking corpses live and many nonsensical monsters begin to destroy human civilization. Will humans be able to survive the various nonsensical things or vice versa?

In the enchanting land of Serendia, where shimmering moonlight dance upon tranquil lakes and ancient forest whisper secrets, there exists a mysterious lullaby that drifts throught the hight air. Every evening, when the sun sets behind the horizon, a haunting melody emerges, soothing the heart of the restless and beckoning sleep to weary souls.

25th century prodigy Xiao Wushuang was betrayed and killed by her boyfriend and sister, but woke up again to find herself reincarnated as a farmgirl and equipped with a spatial pocket with a luck stat. No longer a technocrat, she decided to change her lifestyle to become a hunter, a farmer and a humble merchant. Any crop she farmed would be approved with double A-grade, popularity guaranteed. She reared a worm, and it soon opened new routes for the village. She started a company, and it became the largest global conglomerate for farm produce. With that, the village somehow managed to get a cut. Just as she ventured further on the path of riches, a child came out of nowhere, hugging her leg and crying, "Mommy, don't you love me anymore?" Xiao Jinli was left staring at him, dumbstruck, "You got the wrong woman, kid. I'm not your mommy!" "I don't care! You're the most beautiful woman, that makes you mommy!" Exasperated, she took the boy home, and thus the unmarried village treasure became an unmarried mother… until a handsome man arrived, "I've finally found you!" This is the legendary tale of a farmgirl with a spatial pocket, leading the village to the top of the world!