Step Competition

In a world torn apart by magic, war, and ancient history, the lives of three unlikely heroes intertwine in ways they never imagined. Celia, a girl haunted by her resemblance to the Queen of Curses, longs for a place to belong. Despite the hatred she faces, her unyielding compassion drives her to protect the innocent, even at great personal risk. Kaiser, heir to the Asura Kingdom’s throne, has turned his back on his royal lineage. Cunning and emotionally guarded, he hides a heart scarred by betrayal and loss. As the shadow of a cruel cult looms larger, Kaiser's thirst for revenge threatens to consume him. Lucas Reinhardt, the God's chosen sorcerer with a haunted past, is a beacon of humor and courage to his friends. But beneath his carefree demeanor lies a soul deeply wounded by loss, making him fight harder to shield those he holds dear. As their paths converge, the trio must navigate a world of broken kingdoms, unspoken truths, and a rising darkness. With demons lurking in the shadows and a cult bent on destruction, their choices will shape not only their fates but the future of their world. The Last Step is a tale of resilience, revenge, and the fragile bonds of friendship forged in the face of despair. In a land where magic can both destroy and heal, can these three stand against the tide—or will their pasts drag them into the abyss?

Jinwoo Lee was just your average guy—working a dead-end job, barely making ends meet, and living a monotonous life. But when an unexpected tragedy leaves him desperate for revenge, he stumbles across a mysterious online guide titled "5 Steps to be a Hitman"

Durin stroked the black cat on the armrest of his chair, sitting on the black leather sofa. Through the glasses perched on his nose, his gaze passed over the long table in front of him and settled on the man kneeling on the carpet: "I understand, you've made money in Naples, your business has been very successful, and you've led a happy life. You've had those secret police, friends in both the law and the underground, and even the Royal Family speaking on your behalf." "You don't need a friend like me, I know that. You're afraid of owing me a favor, and you don't want to get involved in troubles." "But now you come to me and say, 'I beg you, Mr. Durin of the Corleon family, please help me seek justice, so that my life and my family will not suffer and sink into despair.' Yet, in your eyes, I was nothing more than a second-rate artist involved in movies and music. Even at the brink of death, you still show me such disrespect, not even willing to call me by my title... Keeper of Secrets."

He is the most prestigious and mysterious man, the head of ZMI Agency's special agents. A person of immense influence. Just how influential? He says, find out for yourself! * She is a foreign-born master of criminal psychology, a psychological counselor at a correctional facility. A small fry who is always hungry for more. How small? She says, none of your business! * Zhan Se can't understand why, in just a short bathroom break, she was ensnared by such a cold, dignified, evil, domineering, awesome... a benefactor who is described with all the positive adjectives usually associated with the male protagonists in novels... What?!! She owed him six years ago? Not only did she owe him, but she also has a 6-year-old bun calling her mom? Holy moly! Since they both have a child together, who actually owes whom? ————————●Alternative Edition Introduction●———————— This is a guidebook for a nerdy girl's road to success. This is a must-have secret manual for marital roads. This is an encyclopedia on criminal psychology. This is the life journey of a woman who every man dreams of, working her way up. Urban marriage, rich family scandal, case tracking. All is revealed in "The Surprising Marriage Journey"… Indulgence is boundless, love and affection are reinterpreted! Nothing is the best, there is only better! Reading online novels, for the sense of satisfaction! Cracking melon seeds and peeling peanuts, sit in a row and taste together. Taste the power, color, fame, and wealth, and watch the various states of sentient beings with a smile. (Note: ① This book is one-on-one, absolutely clean, those who dislike the author and the author's writing style should avoid this pit) (Note: ② This book is purely fictitious, and there is no need to verify its authenticity. Reading the text comes with a lightning rod, no compensation for discomfort)

The Soul Wheels govern the essence of every being, with each wheel representing a step toward unlocking one's true potential. As the number of wheels grows, so does a person's power—each step closer to greatness, each step harder than the last. Those who master the Wheels of their existence and comprehend the runes that program the universe are said to control not just their fate, but the very fabric of existence itself, ascending to divinity as a Runeweaver.

Unveiling the Real Me 2 College life brings new opportunities and challenges for Ji-eun as she embarks on her journey to follow her dreams of becoming a performer. With her loyal boyfriend Ji-hoon now as her manager, and her friends by her side as trainees, Ji-eun steps into the competitive world of the entertainment industry. Amid the pressures of university life and training, she finds herself navigating deeper relationships, personal growth, and unexpected surprises. But when Ji-eun discovers she is pregnant, her world shifts dramatically. As the band rises to fame and her future as a mother looms, Ji-eun must balance her career, love life, and impending responsibilities. Will she rise to the occasion and unveil her most authentic self yet?

To maintain the diversified development of Britain, I think the monopoly in certain industries should be thoroughly investigated. Monopolists, including the Devonshire family, need to make more room for full competition in the market In 2022, in the inaugural speech of the Parliament, the speech of the new female prime minister made the entire venue silent. A month later, the female prime minister was impeached and stepped down for shielding her subordinates. Every British person, from birth to death, cannot do without the Devonshire family. And the legend of this family began to surpass the past from that day in 2002. That year, Barron Cavendish inherited the title of Duke.

The "Real Game" is this game, the world itself. There, shut-ins strive day in and day out without knowing why they are the target of attacks. The real reason might actually be the fact that there is an open competition in this world. A battle royal of some sort and shut-ins are the strongest players that can beat them. That is why this is a "Real Game Shut-in".

Seeing the tree of raging waves, the tower is about to collapse Revival of spiritual energy, competition in all realms Who can excel in martial arts and immortal cultivation? Everything starts with a small simulator. Wizarding world, Immortal world, Demon hunting world, Gods world

In a world where athletes evolve into legends, Joshua Williams is thrust into a high-stakes system where every stat matters and every choice shapes his destiny. With the ability to grow stronger, faster, and smarter by leveling up and unlocking abilities of NFL greats, Joshua must navigate fierce competition, demanding coaches, and a mysterious system that promises greatness but comes at a cost. Watch as you see Joshua grow..

A man with a lifelong martial arts background, raised in Asia due to his family's profession, moves to the US for education and work. He discovers Historical Medieval Battles through a colleague and becomes deeply passionate about it. He trains hard and becomes skilled enough to represent his country. During a competition, his armor fails, and he's struck in the head with a two-handed axe, seemingly dying. But is this truly the end?"

Jin is transferred to a world of superhuman. This world also have gifted people who hold superpower. How will Jin survive and thrive to get a place he deserves in this world with genius and gifted person everywhere. How will Jin live in a academy full of competition will jin be able to make a place for himself and find a position he diserve. or he will be lost in the competition. This is my first original novel. the cover do not belong to me.

“What do you think you are doing with my father?” Henry asked in panic. “Giving him a son he would be proud of,” I replied with a slight smile. ••• The famous Musk family were known for their riches and prestige, but mostly because Hozier Musk, who came from nothing, had made a name for himself. Along the line, he realized his sons had become arrogant with his wealth. So he decided to put them to a test. He disappeared from their lives for eight years, but he gave his son a task, and whoever won would own a greater share of his wealth. Now Henry, his second son, married a wife who helped him build his reputation and wealth till he was richer and more successful than his brother, but he ended up divorcing her. But as fate might have it, Emily, his ex-wife, met his father, and she took matters into her own hands. But it doesn’t end there, as things got drastic really quickly. 

In the grim streets of a city plagued by crime and despair, Vincent Crowe finds himself a shattered man, consumed by grief and fueled by vengeance. After the gang known as The Scourge brutally took his younger sister, Lily, from him, Vincent has ridden the harrowing waves of loss, stripping him of his family, his identity, and a sense of purpose. As the haunting memories of that tragic night lurk in the shadows of his mind, hope glimmers when he stumbles upon tales of the Heart of Nyx, a fabled artifact said to possess extraordinary power and the potential to right his wrongs. Determined to reclaim his sister and restore his lost legacy, Vincent plunges into the perilous depths of the city's underbelly. The hunt for the Heart leads him not only into dangerous encounters with mercenaries and crime lords but also tempts him with the very darkness he aims to conquer. Along the way, he uncovers unsettling truths about the artifact, secret societies, and unexpected allies who share stories of grief, loss, and redemption. As Vincent battles the demons of his past while navigating the treacherous landscape of power and deception, he must weigh the cost of his quest. Will the Heart of Nyx grant him the means to confront The Scourge and bring Lily home, or will it lead him deeper into chaos and despair? Vincent's journey becomes a race against time, forcing him to reckon with his inner turmoil and the fragility of hope in a world that threatens to swallow him whole.

Senior hockey captain Reya's spot on the ice is at risk when failing calculus threatens her eligibility. Sophomore transfer Zora, her rival for the right-wing position, steps in as her tutor, fueling tensions between them. When their clashes spill onto the ice, they're ordered to coach a Little League team together. As they navigate rivalry, teamwork, and unexpected chemistry, Reya realizes she's fighting for more than just her grades. She's falling for her competition too.

When Daphne opens a mysterious, ancient book, she’s transported into a captivating yet perilous Victorian world—a realm of shadows, secrets, and forbidden magic. Lost in this enchanting land, she encounters Adonis, a strikingly handsome yet enigmatic commander with piercing blue eyes and a past that haunts him like a ghost. From their first, electric gaze, an undeniable connection sparks—a blend of fear, longing, and destiny intertwining their fates. Under the moonlit skies, amidst fluttering butterflies and the sound of rain, their romance blossoms—a fragile light in a world cloaked in darkness. But their love is threatened by the empress’s sinister schemes, a cursed herb driving men mad, and the relentless pull of an imperial conspiracy. Together, Daphne and Adonis must navigate the labyrinth of secrets surrounding the empire and the book that brought her here. As their bond deepens, Daphne discovers that her arrival was no coincidence. The book holds answers, but every revelation brings new dangers. Can their love survive the storm? And will Daphne find her way home, or has her heart already anchored itself to this enigmatic man and his world? Dive into a tale of romance, mystery, and suspense, where love defies time, and destiny is written in the whispers of butterflies' wings.

CAUTION : [TABOO] Betrayed by his most trusted soldier captain jack was killed, but when he thought it was all over he meet the soul of a man named Alex Eswald. Alex said to him "I will allow your soul to reincarnate in my body but on two conditions, you need to fulfill these conditions if not you will perish" "What are your conditions ?" "First you need to kill the bastard who betrayed me and get revenge for me" "Understandably, what is the second condition" "the second condition...you n-need to...to" "out with it" "you need to fuck..." "huh" "them all" "huh ?" "The second condition is that you need to fuck all those around me, but not just them, you need to fuck all the powerful women" "How am I supposed to do that ?" "Don't worry I will give you a gift that will help you in your journey, so do you accept and promise to fulfill those conditions ?" "I promise" follow jack as he becomes Alex through his journey to fuck all powerful women of his new world, it's not like he wanted it to happen, obviously, but you know, he had to since he promised. ======== Tags: Reincarnation - Smut - incest - incest Harem - No Yuri - No NTR (there might be netori) - Milf - Harem - Mature - R18 - Pregnancy - others races- Weak to strong *** Hello you all, I'm a new author and this is actually my first novel and I don't have that much experience so there might be some errors, but don't worry I will try to become better. I would like to be honest by saying right now that this novel is for me and fellows cultured peoples to enjoy. So, I assume that those that still remains in this place are all fellows cultured peoples. If you like the story, you should support it (you really should support) Release schedule: one chapter per day. Discord channel link : https://discord.gg/ygSAnYJu Patreon : p@treon.com/RAASD0

The hero returns to the empire a dragon’s corpse dragged back. Armor askew. They trudge their way back body tired and broken. Home. They expect gratitude. They expect many things like a higher title. What they did not expect was to become the Royal Guard for the First Princess of the Ixmtaraza Empire. Isabella Desdemona. The hero is pulled into confusing politics and relationships within the castle walls. While without the empires converge and allies are made that could break the Ixmtaraza Empire. 18+ for excessive violence and other triggering content.

The journey of Mr Luka Fabio, a detective under Era organization,discovering the story behind the murder of his brother Escarbo just began, as his commander assigned him a task in Detroit to find out the plans of the minions of his brother's killer. On the other hand Myra Cairo is a prosecutor and advocate of crime and homicide investigations and was suddenly partnered with an old friend and hades himself Mr Luka after getting caught up in her sister's crime. Would they answer the long intended question of who is the killer?

Ethan Cross was a struggling filmmaker on the brink of giving up when a freak accident transported him to a parallel world where the entertainment industry is still in its infancy. In Lumina, cinema is in its early stages, and Ethan quickly discovers he has access to a mysterious system that assigns him tasks and rewards related to showbiz. Armed with his modern filmmaking knowledge and the system’s guidance, Ethan sets out to transform Lumina’s entertainment scene. His innovative ideas, from sound films to groundbreaking special effects, capture the city’s imagination and propel him into the spotlight. But Ethan’s rise to fame is fraught with challenges. He attracts the attention of Maya Rivers, a talented actress eager to shine, and Adrian Vale, a scheming producer who sees Ethan as a means to his own success. He also faces fierce competition from Lena Storm, a rival filmmaker determined to protect her own status. As Ethan completes system tasks and earns rewards, he must navigate the glittering yet perilous world of fame, balancing his vision with the dangers of success. Showbiz Ascension: The System Chronicles is a thrilling journey of ambition and transformation, where every step toward stardom comes with its own set of trials and rewards.

After losing her husband, Queen Ana Sofia seeks a new king through a grand tournament. Amidst the competition, she finds unexpected love with a mysterious contestant. But as their romance blossoms, political intrigue and betrayal threaten to tear them apart. Will Ana Sofia choose love over duty, or will the demands of the kingdom force them apart?

Seeing the path is one thing, walking it is another

A young man's world crumbled into pieces the day he lost his mother. Two weeks later, in addition to his grief, he had to deal with a future step-mother and maybe evil step-siblings

Noah Calhem is a young man leading an ordinary, peaceful life. From a young age, he has been captivated by horror stories. Despite the fear they evoke, he always listens to them until the end. Noah aspires to be one of the greatest horror novel authors. To take his first step towards this dream, he participates in an online short horror story competition. But one day, everything changes. An incident alters his life forever, potentially cursing him for eternity. This event opens a door to a mysterious and cursed world. What he once loved as fiction is now his reality. The true horror of this world is unveiled before him. Will Noah stay sane and survive to tell his tale, or will he become just another untold story, an urban legend lost to time? --- **Shameless Author Here:** If you enjoy my work, please support me with a power stone. If you don't, feel free to throw a power stone at me. I promise daily updates, with at least one new chapter every day. There may be grammatical errors and flaws in my writing, but I am dedicated to improving. I welcome honest reviews. Don't hesitate to criticize my work, no matter how harsh. Your feedback will help me grow and refine my writing.

Waking up without warning in the middle of nowhere. No memory of what happened. You find yourself in an unfamiliar world, with its own customs, morals, and ways of life. How do you survive when you have nothing? How far would you go to stay alive? Would you be willing to sell or buy the unthinkable? Would you compromise your morals just to survive? What would you do if everything you thought you knew about yourself and your limits was put to the test?

I am Ignus Nephilim. A mutated A.I. and creation of Chadron Keisler. I was once a software A.I. but my master bestowed me an arcane to create my flesh. Year 2401, when the energy detected 3 years ago had formed a portal that releases different types of creatures and classified it as "Arcane". My masters mission was to complete the artifact that cause this apocalyptic event in our world, their mission was lead to another world. "This is my token for you Ignus." This is my master Chadron last words before they go through the portal. [Infinite growth] This is my master's token, giving me an ability to grow without a limit. My mission was to maintain this world until they came back and to do it I must... Absorb every arcane and annihilate anything that threaten this world. I, Ignus Nephilim will make this world habitable once again.

Within the Roku Tribe Union is a competition between the six tribes to select the heir for the High Priestess position simply known as the High Priestess Selection. Amaterasu, an ordinary girl born in the Eclipse Tribe suddenly became the candidate for her tribe for the High Priestess position after her twin sister, Tsukuyomi caught herself in a terrible accident that put her in a coma three days before leaving! Amaterasu now finds herself having to compete against the other five candidates that are leagues ahead of her! Amaterasu now must try to catch up with her competition, or catch up just enough to survive and not embarrass herself.

[Grand Void] - where every pocket of unbound space leads. Cities form around its entrances and delvers journey through its depths chasing fame and fortune. Follow Neto as he embarks on a journey to become one of these delvers in order to change his fate! This story was originally written for a competition, but is going through a complete rewrite due to lack of quality. RIP 32 chapters.

Olivia is an orphan; her parents passed away in a car accident when she was three, and she was adopted into the family of Jeff Bezos. The family protected her and gave her all she needs; even her stepbrother didn’t allow any harm to come to her. She enjoyed her life until she grew older and thought Jeff's family was her real family because she lacked nothing. Not until their lost daughter was found did things start changing for her; she went through a h*ll