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How would you feel when you died and saw yourself in the future but this future is not one you wished for even your enemy to wake up to. When Captain Aria, a decorated soldier medic, is killed in battle, she is mysteriously transported to a damaged future, where she must navigate through an apocalypse, she must confront her own mortality, and fight to restore hope in a desperate world. In the year 2024, Captain Aria , a highly skilled and fearless soldier medic was part of an elite special forces unit. During this critical mission, she was fatally wounded and left for dead. However, Aria's death is only the beginning as She was thrown through time and space to the year 2178, where a catastrophic apocalypse has transformed the world into a wasteland. Aria awakens in a harsh, unfamiliar landscape that has been scarred by environmental disasters, nuclear devastation, and mutated insects. The once blue skies is now a toxic haze that reeks of ash and smoke. Aria was determined to survive this apocalypse and as she struggles to survive with her marine skills, she discovers some scattered survivors and someone she held dear. *** Released times are every day. I might release from 1_4 chapters a day so expect to read continuously. hehe ******** NOTE: This book is participating in Cupid Quill October so please your vote, gifts and comments is deeply appreciated

A collection of poems.

This ambitious novel tells the story of a writer who is summoned from 2024 into a world set in 2130. In this gritty landscape, where Nazi Germany is locked in a Cold War with China, Sedna Jericho - pulled from her own narrative - struggles to maintain control over the chaos around her. As she wanders through this unfamiliar territory, she takes a job as a maid, completely unaware that her new role is a refuge for anti-government rebels. By merely existing, she has already become a target. But that’s just the beginning. To fight against the zombie hordes threatening this world, she trains in a powerful form of magic called «Danmaku» at the elite «Special Safety Assurance Academy», a top-tier security organization. Will Sedna manage to reshape the fate of this fractured world, or will she simply follow the broken path laid out for her? And if neither is possible... could she be the one to bring about its destruction? The fate is only up to her.

"Let the sea roar, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein. (Psalms 98:7)."

Romance , betrayal Lillian been an orphan since her college days ,she's been struggling to pay bills and sponsoring her younger brother Richard education . Lillian is hardworking ,honest and brave . She stop her education after college working part time jobs just to carter for her needs . But she got an opportunity to further her education through scholarship. Lucas Gray is a CEO of a renowned company , a rich guy born with a silver spoon . He's 27 years old his parents has been urging him to get married but he's scared of marrying a woman who's after his wealth and fame . He decided to hide his identity in order to find true love but one sunny afternoon Lucas went to a restaurant to have lunch then he met Lillian since he fell in love at first sight .

This is not a full on novel, rather an anthology of my poetry mostly about love over the years, Volume 1 is the better poetry and volume 2 is everything that’s not what I consider my quality poetry but still sharing it anyway. this explores mostly sad and angry themes featuring heartbreak so read at your own discretion

In this world, ascending to upper realms is a matter of resources and ability. No matter the status or power level, if you have the money and the willingness to, you can live in any realm of your choosing. However, the higher the realm, the more power there is to tap into and cultivate. Who is brave enough to seek the Supremacy and rule the world? By: Jerlani

In a world where humanity keeps declining, just like today's reality, we see how our protagonist Kiyoshi's life unfolds piece by piece.

Just a space where I let my poetry do the talking, no big deal.

its anything that you want it to be its meant for your feelings to just let lose

Three years ago, Su Luo was betrayed, his cultivation stripped away, leaving him a powerless live-in son-in-law, scorned and humiliated. But now, he has returned as a sovereign, unrivaled across the heavens and earth. With world-defying medical mastery in one hand and unparalleled martial prowess in the other, he proclaims: This time, I will make the world tremble at my name and quake at the sound of my voice.

The first day of school doesn't go as planned. Nikko is late and he's literally running to school. He's so nervous, and the random guy that laughed at him while rushing through a crossroad, didn't add up to his mood.... *I am not an owner of the cover photo*

"I fell in love with her more times in a day than my heart beats...." Li Xia being called ugly beauty in her high school days. Came across with makeup to beautify her appearance. After graduation she stepped in the beauty world. She went on trending in china as soon as she set foot in the beauty world, with millions of comments, pictures, and followers. Her blog has become the biggest online trend in china. Through her blogs, she motivates others to do better and become more confident themselves. But Li Xia's life turned upside down when Luo Yuan, her unrequited love move in next door. She was brutally rejected by him in their high school days. Now she is determined to win his heart. As she navigate the challenges of love, self-acceptance, Li Xia discover her answers that were hidden in heart. _____________________________________________ Luo Yuan, CEO of the C.L Group, the top cosmetic brand in china. Met a cheerful, bubbly girl, stubborn and the messiest person in his whole life. She had this strong aura around her which made it hard for him to stay away from her. Will she be able to overcome her past and win Luo Yuan's heart or her love will forever remain unrequited. This is a slow-burn romance but the sweetest, warmest, most beautiful, and most passionate love story. See how our beauty retaliate against our handsome beast. Come with me on the journey of Li Xia and how she make him fall in love with her. _________________________________________________ WARNING: ALL THE COSMETIC BRAND NAMES AND COMPANIES NAMES USED IN THIS STORY ARE FICTION. AND STORIES USED IN THE LIVE STREAM OF MY FEMALE LEAD ARE SOME FAMOUS BEAUTY DRAMAS. SO I WILL USE THEM WITH THEIR REFERENCES. SOME WILL BE CREATED BY ME TOO!!! **This book is inspired from all the beauty dramas, I have seen so far...** *Please support me with power stones, gifts, golden tickets, reviews, and comments.** Thank you!! Instagram:__carolina_writes_

Takahashi Takeshi, a 17 year-old guy lives in Minato, Tokyo; frenzies never stop there. He gets sick of it and moved to his clan’s territory: Shinagawa, Tokyo. When he got there, he met once again Suzuki Rikuu, Suzuki Akari, and Kato Ichika. The four of them were the protagonists in the story. Together with their clan, they solved crimes and mystery; they didn’t stop until the local Tokyo blamed them for a crime. They now need to conceal themselves while solving mysteries and crime. Their main goal as a clan is to stop the biggest crime empire in Tokyo and kill the crime facilitators.

TRIGGER WARNING!!! This is rated 18+. Alpha Parthe is as dark as described. If you are not into dark romance, please, in the name of everything holy... ***Excerpt*** "My breath just made you quiver," He leaned closer so that I could almost taste his breath, "...Then imagine what my tongue would do." "I warned you not to play with fire if you are afraid of flames," He added, his voice hoarse with need. My plump lips parted in response, "I am not afraid to burn for what I love." I had just stirred something in him that had lay dormant all his life. "Then so be it... Princess." *** She was an angel craving chaos. He was a demon craving peace. She knew he was hell, yet she chose to burn with him. It takes a special kind of woman to handle his darkness and tame his demons. Alpha Parthe comes from a bloodline of cursed Alphas. They are endlessly consumed by the need to track and kill prey and offenders, constantly plagued by the scent of blood. The more they kill, the more they want to kill. It only gets worse on every full moon. What happens when there is no prey to kill? They become a threat to their loved ones. No one mated to an Alpha from the Wild Wolf pack ever lived more than two years. And every Alpha from that lineage dies at thirty-three due to the curse. Parthe, determined to let the curse end in his own lifetime, vowed never to have a mate nor bear a son. But these vows crumble the moment he crosses paths with a girl he considers 'little and insignificant.' The fate of poor Luxuria of the Ash Mountain pack, who was set to marry the love of her life, Beta Kahel, takes a drastic turn when she finds out she was mated to this cursed Alpha, whom she dreaded with all her life. What happens when his curse gradually begins to seep into Luxuria, the one woman who was meant to be his remedy?

The vast scale of our universe has lead us to believe that we must be alone. However, this isn't the case. Fane, a member of a highly advanced spacefaring civilization, is suddenly summoned to a medieval world, reminiscent of Old Earth's Dark Ages. On the surface, kingdoms wage endless wars, while beneath, a mysterious dungeon sprawls, its labyrinthine corridors constantly shifting like the gears of a clock. Yet, this world is not the only one drawn into the chaos. Two others have also been pulled into the fray, bringing with them powerful crystalline mages and ancient gods long thought forgotten. Now, Fane must fight to survive alongside native warriors and foreign entities alike, all while unraveling the cryptic mysteries of this strange and dangerous realm. Survival is only the beginning - deciphering the truth could change everything. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Hello! Thanks for checking out my work! I'm not the greatest author, but I plan to consistently update this project, even if I have to write significantly slower than what you typically find on this platform. (My apologies!) Below, you will find some key notes that might be nice to see before becoming invested. PACE: 1 ch/week For now, I plan to write roughly 1 chapter / week. However, this might change in the future as I acclimate to writing more frequently. (Or if this story randomly becomes very successful.) MONEY: At least first 50 ch FREE I know I just mentioned this story becoming "successful", which typically entails paying the author and bla bla bla. BUT! I like the idea of this just being my story with no hooks or lines for a while. I plan to make the greater first chunk of the story free. TRENDS: ~~Overpowered~~ Honestly, I hate the concept of things being "overpowered". It reminds me of the first time I hacked my favorite childhood videogame. (It sucked the fun out of it completely.) That being said, I want this story to involve genuine challenges that take effort or risk to overcome. GENRE: Action, Mystery I would like this story to focus primarily around Action and Mystery. There might be some mild things tossed into the fray like comedy and romance, but don't expect anything too raunchy. DISCORD: -not yet implemented- I may eventually start a discord for this story. It could make a good library for supporting lore or artwork, as well as a place for people to discuss their theories or leave feedback. For now, this discord doesn't yet exist, but I will update you here when/if that changes. OTHER STORIES: Paused A few of you may have known me from my previous stories. I know, you may be pretty bummed that I haven't updated either in a really long time. There were some pretty hefty flaws in those stories that I kind of beat myself up over. (I actually formed this story while trying to restructure the surface world for 'Reincarnated as a Haunted Machine'.) For now, this will be my only work, as the world I live in has become rather complicated in recent years. Perhaps at some point, I will return to my other works, but for the foreseeable future, this story will be my one true love.

In 31 days, I will have aged another year. In 30 days, I will be killed. In 28 days, I will have fought someone I believed to be my closest ally. In 21 days, I will have lost everyone I held dearest to me. In 14 days, I will be betrayed. In 7 days, I will cause a war. Tonight, I will have gone mad. 

The Ye family is one of the top families in Yanjing and across the country. Yet, Ye Chen is despised by everyone as a live-in son-in-law. No one knows his true identity. In the end, those who look down on him will kneel before him, trembling with fear, and respectfully call him "Master"!

In the captivating realm of High Reach, within the Kingdom of Bretany, a land once revered for its poetic allure and cultural riches, now bears witness to the tumultuous war of successions. "A Lion's Clash" tells the gripping saga of the rightful heir to the High Throne, Princess Elsbeth Lionith, daughter and heiress of the late King Ertur Lionith, as she contends with her ambitious uncle, Lord Erwyn Lionith, the younger brother of the king, in a fierce struggle for power. Amidst the backdrop of bloodshed and betrayal, the echoes of poetry intertwine with the sounds of war, immortalizing the bravery and sacrifices of the combatants, shaping the destiny of High Reach forever.

Com a invasão dos aethyris e o caos dominando a Terra, dois deuses fazem uma aposta decisiva: um humano escolhido receberá um grande poder. Se ele usar essa habilidade para o bem, a humanidade e os aethyris serão salvos; se falhar, a destruição será inevitável. Agora, o futuro de duas raças depende de Ren, um jovem que já vislumbrou o inferno na Terra.

A smug smile appeared on her step sister's lips when she finally revealed she was actually pregnant with her mate's child. Her father's futile attempt to apologize, for ignoring her all this time, because he had his own reasons and asked her to understand. A plea of forgiveness from her mate as he begged her not to reject him, claiming it was just a stupid mistake that he shouldn't have made. And to top it off, a cursed alpha from the north, to whom her step sister was actually promised, is here to collect his debt, so she has to take her place as the sacrifice now. Darn!

Crystal's father had left for a business trip and he had promised to come back safe... Three days had passed Crystal has not heard from her father. She thought he forgot his phone charger or the phone was off because he wanted to be left alone. Until two of his co-workers came to her cafe and the news came on talking about supernatural's were coming out more and more during the day and night. Crystal "what can I get for you gentleman" gentleman 1 do you have something dark for the gloomy one and something sweet for me.. Crystal I have coffee as dark as one soul

What do you do when your sister's ex-boyfriend whom she dumped turns out to be a spanish prince and choose to marry you to get revenge on her?

The novel is set in the expansive and mystical land of Osua, a realm where the ancient arts of swordsmanship and arcane magic coexist. The northern reaches of this world, known as the Northern Wastelands, are a harsh and unforgiving place, shrouded in perpetual mist and home to ancient creatures and forgotten magics. This land is dotted with small, resilient villages, imposing castles, and sprawling, blood-stained battlefields.

////\\\\\\\ Disclaimer!!! All Rights Reserved.  Golden_Essence Copyright 2024 Before you start reading this book.... THIS BOOK CONTAINS EXTREMELY EXPLICIT SEXUAL CONTENT OF THE MOST GRAPHIC NATURE. I'm a degenerate, so this book was made for degenerates. If you fancy a romantic relationship between two females, then read at your own discretion. The book is pretty much depraved, with a dark tone, but sexy, trust me. If you are underage or unwilling to experience depictions of Yuri, hardcore sex, fetish behaviors, and unrestrained carnal perversions in lurid detail - DO NOT READ THIS BOOK. You have been warned - continuing past this point confirms you are an adult clearly consenting to subjecting yourself to material that does not shy away from portraying sexuality and deviance in its most profane, boundary-pushing extremes. If you nevertheless choose to proceed and find yourself offended or disturbed, DO NOT BLAME THE AUTHOR. This is your final advisory.  18+ ONLY. Moving on... No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any more or by any mass electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise without prior written permission of the author. Please, Take Note: This is a book of fiction. All characters, names, places, incidents and behavior are from my imagination, used with no intentions of hurting anyone; Any resemblance to any actual living thing or dead is mainly by coincidence and I sincerely apologise. Read on!!

In the year 2150, humanity has spread across the stars, colonizing distant planets and establishing a network of space stations. Among these interstellar pioneers is Captain Aria Valen, a decorated pilot and commander of the starship Elysian. Dedicated to her mission and crew, Aria has little time for romance, having locked away her heart after a past betrayal. On a routine mission to deliver supplies to the remote colony of Zephyr-9, Aria's ship encounters a mysterious distress signal emanating from an uncharted planet. Reluctantly, she diverts course to investigate, discovering a small, crashed vessel and a lone survivor: Dr. Ethan Cross, a brilliant and enigmatic astrophysicist. Ethan, working on a top-secret project, claims to have unlocked secrets about a rare cosmic phenomenon that could revolutionize space travel. Despite his guarded demeanor, Aria is drawn to his intellect and quiet strength. As they work together to repair Ethan's ship and uncover the truth behind his research, their mutual respect blossoms into something deeper. However, their growing connection is tested by external threats. A ruthless space pirate, Captain Lyra Nox, seeks the same knowledge Ethan possesses and will stop at nothing to obtain it. Aria and Ethan must navigate treacherous space battles, decipher hidden codes, and outmaneuver Lyra's relentless pursuit. As danger looms, Aria and Ethan realize that their bond is not just a fleeting romance but a powerful alliance that could alter the fate of humanity. Together, they must make a choice: protect their newfound love or sacrifice it to save countless lives. "WE FELL IN LOVE IN SPACE" is a tale of adventure, trust, and the unbreakable bonds forged among the stars. It's a journey that explores the limits of human courage and the infinite possibilities of love.

He is Rich, Dominant, heart wrenchingly Gorgeous and Royal. She is Honest, breathtakingly Beautiful, Smart and recently Broken - hearted (Single!). And the prince can’t wait any longer for his Cinderella. Finding her step sister in the arms of her boyfriend was the least she had expected. Broken and alone, she moves into a big City and jumps at the opportunity of being the personal assistant to the crown prince. She thinks all her problems would be a distant memory. But it might just be the beginning of it all. And nothing is as it seems. Can new love mend her broken heart or will she be seized by her past? That's not all. ”Royal conspiracies and secrets?! Did I transmigrated into a novel?!” Join the world where love knows no Boundary. ————————————————————————————————————-———————— Behind us a big commotion arose and we were tossed to the sidelines like the forgotten rag dolls. Cameras flashing. Reporters hovering the place to get the perfect shot, each scraping for even the tiniest glance at the powerful figures that emerged out of their cars. I was left in awe of the dazzling socialite ladies as they strutted across the carpet, ignoring everyone they deemed beneath them. Their million dollar dresses and jewelleries leaving everyone with envy. Accompanying them were the well - known businessmen whose money never seemed to run out. Following behind them came the well - known actors and actresses. They waved and smiled while the onlookers screams of joy and appreciation for them filled the environment. I nudged Rebecca and whispered “Can I go back now?” “No way! It’s a masquerade ball. We can be anyone we want.” She replied while smiling ear to ear. “Ok” I thought as my confidence level piped up a bit. No one was gonna know that a complete outsider had entered their territory. . . . "Stop! I don’t want to dance." "We’re in a masquerade ball! That’s what people do. Dance." "But...I can’t." He gave a little chuckle enjoying our little fight before he intervened, "It’s ok. I can teach you. Just follow my steps." "Common Hayls. Go on." "Alright, I’ll go," I said, giving her a look. "Have fun!" She gave a soft cheer before focusing all her attention back into her plate. He held my left hand and gently led me towards the dance floor. The music soon changed to something more romantic. The magic of love by Russel Watson and Lionel Richie started playing in the background. Soon all the couples started dancing together. "Are you ready?" The man whispered in my ear making me blush. "Ready as I’ll ever be," I replied hesitantly. "Don’t worry. I’m here, just follow my lead." He gently held onto my waist with his right hand and grabbed onto my right hand with his left. I lightly placed my left hand onto his right shoulder and we started our slow dance. "Right, left, Glide, glide…" Along with our dance, he kept whispering the steps to me and soon we were in sync with each other. We spun, laughed, and before the end of our dance, the music went into slow beat again. We softly danced to the rhythm as I basked in his rich and beautiful fragrance. It was all truly a magical moment. . . . Hello everyone I’m Bandana & this is my very first Novel. I hope you’ll all enjoy 1 chapter up daily Instagram - @author_br Discord - b_r2 #2557

Jess has long for a partner by her side to cement a lifelong relationship. Then Mr. Alejandro Sanchez dropped into her life the embodiment of perfection can she resist or will she be engulfed by him? keep reading to find out