The Mad King

"What's driving you, Cala? What's behind those eyes?" "The shadows, Detective. And they're hungry." In 17th-century London, Caledonia, a beautiful and troubled young woman, is driven by a dark force to kill. Centuries later, Detective Ryker must solve a series of gruesome murders that lead him to her. Torn between duty and desire, Detective Ryker must confront the ultimate question: can he save her from her demons, or will he become their next victim? "Mad as a Hatter" is a psychological thriller exploring madness, love, and redemption.

When Gates began appearing on Earth, humanity couldn't stop the Creatures coming from the gates, this lead too thousands of millions of deaths and by the year 2029 all big citys and governments have fallen leaving just tiny outposts left to survive, by the year 2054 the first Awakened start to appear they are feared but people also see their potential at stoping the gates but these awakened individuals were also seen as different and shunned from society because common people feared their power, all the while Orion Rivers is trying to survive in the wasteland that was once earth but he lives a double life since he can return to his original life, but he has to choose between them since he doesn't have two souls.

A million years ago, he had traversed the Nine Heavens and Ten Earths, braving countless mysterious Life Prohibition Zones, in search of a way to resurrect that foolish woman, but inadvertently learned one earth-shattering secret after another. Thereafter, he went through nine cycles of reincarnation, strategizing over the world, casting his net across the heavens, with the Myriad Realms as his board! In this life, he had returned from reincarnation, his Qi engulfing mountains and rivers, "It’s time to close the net..."

#Rated 18-Mature Themes Violet’s life was never her own—her father’s crushing debt made sure of that. But when the debt collector comes to carve a payment from her body, she takes a desperate deal: become a servant and spy on the mysterious and tyrannical Lord Cain, the ruler of her Werewolf district. There’s just one catch: Lord Cain permits only male servants in his house. Disguised as a boy, Violet cuts her hair, flattens her chest, and dons a voice-altering band to pull off the deception. Everything is going according to plan—until Cain, a man known for his cold and unwavering authority, starts to take a peculiar interest in her. Violet’s disguise becomes a prison of its own as she battles her own growing attraction to him. But this is no love story. Cain’s obsession to her is dangerous. Beneath cold allure lies a darkness Violet can’t ignore, a mind fractured by years of affliction by a curse. A curse made by Violet's biological mother: A powerful witch. ************* "TAKE IT OFF!" Violet’s knees nearly buckled at the thunderous command, her chest tightening with panic. The raw anger in Cain’s voice was as sharp as a blade. "My lord! I-I’m a man!" she stammered, gripping her shirt tightly, her fingers trembling as they clung to the fabric. "I don't like other men!" she cried, a desperate plea in her voice since the second she took her shirt off and he discovered that she was a woman was the moment she died. Painfully. Cain’s glare was unyielding, his voice dropping into a growl. "Don’t insult me, You think I do. You kissed me!" Her breath hitched as he stepped closer, his presence suffocating. "If you don’t take it off," he said, his tone low and dangerous, "I’ll rip it off myself." Violet’s mind raced, panic threatening to overwhelm her. She couldn’t let him find out—he’d kill her. Painfully. Glancing away to avoid his gaze when she caught the undeniable bulge in his trousers. Heat flushed her face, her thoughts spinning in desperation at the only idea she could think of to make him back off. 'This has to work. It has to!'

Synopsis: Ezekiel’s life was a tragic tale of addiction, loneliness, and missed opportunities. A failed existence marred by a deadly overdose, his life seemed to end in darkness. But fate had other plans. Reincarnated in the body of Darius Lionhart, a 16-year-old prince with immense potential and godly mana reserves, Ezekiel is given a second chance — one that comes with power, intrigue, and danger. Darius, once seen as a weak and illegitimate son, is reborn as a man with limitless potential. Blessed with infinite mana and empowered by the mysterious chains that bind him, Ezekiel embraces his new identity with a ruthless resolve. His jealous brothers, Elias and Asher, who conspired to poison him, are in for a shock — Darius is no longer the pawn they believed him to be. With a mind sharpened by his past life and a body capable of incredible feats, Ezekiel sets his sights on the throne. He will no longer be the victim of his family’s schemes. Instead, he will become the most feared force in the kingdom, ruling with an iron fist and a heart of ice. But his journey will not be easy. Old rivals, deadly enemies, and even his own father — the legendary King Kael, an SSS-ranked battle god — stand in his way. To survive, Ezekiel must outmaneuver everyone around him. The throne is within his grasp, but only if he can navigate the deadly politics of the royal court, the manipulation of his siblings, and the countless challenges that await him. Will he rise to become the ultimate ruler, or will the kingdom’s power struggles consume him? In a world where only the strongest survive, Ezekiel will stop at nothing to claim his birthright. The Lionhart bloodline will either bow to him, or it will burn in the flames of his ambition.

【A false Necromancer lacks troops and is hunted down by others.】 【A true Necromancer commands countless skeletons and becomes a ruler in their own right.】 After obtaining the Dual-Portal, Wu Heng discovered that the original world was overrun with zombies. When the plan to become a profiteer failed, a new plan for survival began. Wu Heng chose to become a 'Necromancer.' Can't summon the undead in another world? The entire apocalyptic planet is a source of troops. Can't survive in the zombie world? Then I'll live and learn skills in another world. From that point on, the world witnessed an undead army equipped with modern weapons. Natural disaster looms, with millions of skeletons. Undying bone dragons, undead kings. (Dual-Portal + Necromancer + Magic + Fantasy World + Undead Plague.)

Lenora, an orphaned omega, has always known her place: at the bottom of the pack, toiling away in the kitchen while enduring constant insults. Headstrong and unyielding, she often speaks up for what is right—earning her the ire of her packmates, especially the ruthless Lycan King, Jax, and his confidante, Claire. On her twenty-first birthday, Lenora’s life takes an unexpected turn when she discovers that Jax is her fated mate. But instead of joy, the revelation brings humiliation. Jax, embarrassed by their bond, demands secrecy and rejects her outright. When a cruel setup orchestrated by Claire forces Jax to banish Lenora and her closest friend, Noah, tragedy strikes, leaving Lenora shattered and determined to abandon her werewolf roots. Haunted by his actions, Jax tries to bring Lenora back, but she is no longer the omega he once disregarded. Found and manipulated by Jax's estranged brother, Luke—a vengeful outcast—Lenora must navigate a web of lies, uncovering truths about her mate and the dark secrets that threaten to tear the pack apart. As power struggles ignite and betrayal cuts deep, Lenora must rise above the chaos to protect what remains of her heart and her pack. But when love and revenge collide, will Lenora and Jax find their way back to each other, or will their bond be forever broken?

Rose awakens in a broken world where strength is the key to survival, but without memory, people grow foolish and inevitably perish. Lost and confused, she is driven by the need to remember who she is, as it seems the only way to survive. With each attempt to recall her past, fragments of her identity emerge, yet the truth remains elusive. A mysterious call echoes in her mind, urging her to remember. No matter how many times she tries, Rose still doesn't know who she is. As the world around her continues to crumble, the haunting question remains: Can she uncover her true self before it’s too late? To survive and change her fate, Rose must face the terrifying reality that remembering might be both her salvation and her curse.

Alfred, a history teacher on Earth is suddenly thrown into the body of Prince Alfred Lindonfall, the twelve-year-old prince and heir to the throne of the Kingdom of Ammar. With the abrupt death of his father, the responsibility to rule a Kingdom falls on his shoulders. Having to navigate a medieval court and world, his journey to creating an empire and putting his knowledge into practice sees him become a man he never knew he could be, being shaped by the new world and unique circumstances he faces. There are many characters who get a lot of focus and can be called a lead in their own right, but I won't put their character descriptions in as it would be too much of a spoiler for chapters in future. A rough map of the local realm: pls don't laugh I know it's bad. https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/1064890274397856571/ If unable to see its also in the first chapter comments now. Cover Art: not mine so here is the credit. https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/351912463658203/

When Hudson first discovered he had been reincarnated into a world governed by systems reminiscent of video game mechanics, he was thrilled. He imagined a life brimming with perilous quests and grand adventures. Instead, Hudson spent years scraping by on the streets of Vel’Arin before eventually joining the devoted followers of Malveth, the Deity of Flesh and Metamorphosis. Unfortunately, serving the Deity of Flesh turned out to be far less thrilling than Hudson had envisioned, leaving him spending most of his days catering to wealthy patrons seeking miraculous skin treatments. Just as he resigned himself to a mundane existence, his fortunes took a sharp turn when Vel’Arin descended into political chaos. As Hudson is pulled into the heart of this upheaval, he quickly learns that his dreams of excitement may come with consequences he hadn’t anticipated.

In a world ravaged by a mysterious Disease that has brought human civilization to the brink of collapse, the rules of reality no longer apply. The streets are empty, the skies are gray, and the few remaining survivors are forced to navigate a treacherous landscape of fear, uncertainty, and supernatural mystery. By day, the desolate landscape seems barren and still, but as night begins to fall, the shadows seem to stir and twist, hinting at the presence of forces that defy explanation. It is as if the darkness itself is a veil, hiding terrors that only reveal themselves when the sun dips below the horizon. Amidst the ruins of a once-great city, the living are forced to confront the possibility that they are not alone in this desolate world, and that the Disease may be only the beginning of a descent into madness and terror.

Closing his eyes after experiencing misfortune. Luki Constantine suddenly woke up in a world, and a time different from his own, he woke up in a world where the early development of Steam and Machinery A world with mysterious rituals, taboo knowledge, and various creatures beyond common sense that seem to be hidden behind the world that looks ordinary. He inevitably has to struggle in the body of Arshen Rosselvet who is always faced with various kinds of madness, strange creatures, and various mysterious organizations that worship the evil gods.

a short story about a young boy who become king

Onkai awakens cluelessly in a world unbeknownst to him, where he is immediately handed the task to help the King after being granted an ability to aid him on his journey. However, Onkai doesn't feel so obedient and decides to go berserk in the village he has spawned into, massacring it's people for nothing more than his own sadistic pleasures and a mysterious, deeply embedded anger. News of a "Mad Player" spreads quickly throughout the Kingdom of Highmaria, prompting the King's guards to pursue him and forcing Onkai on the run. As Onkai learns more about this world, fragments of his forgotten past begin to surface, eventually leading him to believe that his origins may contribute to the rise of Highmaria's greatest enemy, forcing him down a deadly path to find out more.

Born to be human, Trained to be an Assassin! Fated to be a god! Growing up to become an assassin whose name speaks dread in the hearts of men, cunning, twisted, and smart - that's Rey Castle. A teenager who would dare challenge a nation just for fun. Serving under the man who raised him as an assassin, Rey's goal is to eliminate the five people responsible for the Baylor Slaughter Incident, an incident that made him an orphan and destroyed his true clan. This goal has burned in his heart since he discovered the truth. Standing at the top of the food chain in a world filled with magic and dreadful powers, entities ready to destroy even the world to obtain the power to transcend mortality. Yet, Rey's hunger for greater power becomes unbearable. The infamous Deathmaker shall experience the true meaning of creation itself. Once mortal, he shall transcend into a state where even constellations aren't equal to him! Becoming one with the Endless!

Emma is a smart teenage girl who is ostracized at school by her brother and his friends for something she did three months ago. She spends most of her time in Blackwood Forest until she encounters a sadistic supernatural clown boy who changes her entire life.

Kane Marrick, trapped in the depths of depression, lived a life consumed by darkness—until one day, everything changed. His journey, from the suffocating void of despair, leads him down an unrelenting path towards an endless pursuit.

The main story starts from Ch- 10 Ming Ping reincarnated in the cultivation world as the son of the XuanYu sect's sect master's wife due to his great karma in his past life, he is blessed by heaven for his greatness and reincarnated here. To his surprise, he got his consciousness awake and even understood the words everyone had been saying around him since his birth. It surprised him, but he surprisingly maintained a Calm exposure even knowing this. But after knowing another thing about himself he can't keep his calm exposure anymore. In this beautiful and chaotic world of immortality, he can't see anything at all. Because he has been born blind since his birth he can still see the world around him even if he didn't open his eyes. It's because of the eternal Gu, which has been within him since its birth. Eternal Gu is the combination of trillion or even uncountable Gu, which grants him the ability to look around the world without even opening his eyes like an X-ray. But it consumes all the energy within him, so he can't use it for more than a few seconds. Now that he came to this world his cultivation journey begins as he slowly started to know the use of his eternal gu.

Li Qiang, a successful businessman with assets of over 10 million, was betrayed by his girlfriend and best friend, and was angry and hurtful. Just when he was desperate, the mysterious figure Fu Shan used his true energy to transform Li Qiang into a tall and handsome young man, and led him to travel through the starry sky, teleporting from Earth to Mars. When they entered the ancient teleportation array and prepared to go to the "Fengyuan Star", due to the interference of Hua Mei Niang, Li Qiang was sent to an unknown planet alone, embarking on a surprising and unknown journey.

In the year 3147 the Roman Imperium had finally achieved its goal of colonizing its own corner of the galaxy. Unlike in our own world the Rome of this one never fell, but instead grew to encompass the whole of the earth, and overtime spread itself, and humanity, among the stars. Yet even with the marvelous advancements in technology, healthcare, welfare, and every other category required for a thriving society. There is still one roman tradition that refuses to die. GLADIATORS!! And we should all be glad for it, because during the year 3149, just two years after the long and exhausting colonization campaigns were ended, mankind learned that it was not alone in the galaxy, let alone the universe. It had just stepped onto a much bigger stage where entire planets and even star systems were used as bargaining chips in universal gladiator games. Wars on a galactic scale are far too destructive to simply be allowed, if left unchecked the vast majority of life in the universe would cease to be. Therefore each race recognized by the galactic or universal council (it changes depending on the scale of the race itself) must submit champions or gladiators to represent them in the games. The winners gain unfathomable rewards, the losers perish or worse have their entire species enslaved. Please join our hero as he embarks upon his own perilous journey as a lanista, will he rise above the masses, or fall like so many others before him? Or perhaps his own latent gifts may bring him to a height, or depth hitherto unexplored by any before.

Yu Chen's backstory from the novel regression, reincarnation and transmigration

Uche had spent most of his life in hiding, constantly on the run, all because of a trait that made him different from everyone else. He possessed a strange power that allowed his body to heal from almost any injury, instantly. While this might seem like an incredible, life-saving ability in a world full of mere mortals, it only brought Uche misery and trouble, turning him into an outcast. People called him a Monster, shunned him, and wished him nothing but death. But while most wanted him gone, there were others who saw him differently. Instead of calling him a Monster, they referred to him as "Connect." Instead of driving him away, they sought to capture him, to use his power for their own gain. As a result, Uche had lived his life in fear, hiding from both those who despised him and those who wanted to exploit him—until the day he was kidnapped by an organ trafficking ring, and lost one of his eyes during a forced surgery, and that was when everything changed for him.

Melissa Brant, a poor vegetable seller, from the poorest family in Rio Hondo finds herself sourcing for fund to pay her mother’s medical bills. Fanny Luis, the richest mogul in Rio Hondo offers to grant her the money but for a price. “I will give you the money but you must sign a contract marriage with my mad son.” Melissa never knew what she was opting for until she shared roof with Brian, the most violent mad man in Rio Hondo. Later Fanny reminded her, “You must give me a grandchild. Didn’t you read the contract marriage agreement?” She was a virgin and never expected to get intimate with her mad husband. Fortunately, after she helped Brian regain his sanity, obsession possessed them. “Now I am fulfilled you have regained your sanity. The contract marriage agreement says you can divorce me once you regain your sanity. Please, Brian let me go,” she pled. “I don’t mind losing my sanity again if I deny what this heart feels for you now. I crave to stay with you forever. To hell with the divorce,” Brian replied coldly. What will be their fate? Lets’ turn the pages. It is going to be a bumpy ride.

Oh, where do I even begin with this epic tale of the world of the four realms? Let me paint you a picture of a world beyond your wildest imagination, a world created by not just one, but Six almighty Gods, over a billion years ago! The Six Almighty Gods created Arcana, the realm of the Gods. Olympia, the realm of the Celestials, who were children of the Gods. Lyra, an empty realm. And the Abyss, the realm of the dead. Now, let's talk about Lyra, the third realm. Picture this, a vast and empty realm, devoid of any life. But then, the Six Gods didn't just leave it empty, they created not one, not two, but eight different races of lower beings to inhabit it! Can you even fathom the sheer scale of creativity and imagination it must have taken to create such diverse and fascinating creatures? We have Monsters, Demons, Elves, Giants, Humans, Dwarves, Fairies, and Beasts, all living together in Lyra. Our story focuses on Jordan, the lazy genius second prince of the mighty Wolf clan. After leaving the Underground Tower - his home for 21 years, he arrives at the Wolf clan city to take over as leader, but instead, he unites all the fifteen monster clans under him. And with that he created the most powerful empire on the continent, The Northern Empire. When other races discovered the new nation of monsters, one human kingdom decided to wage war against them, thinking they were a new and weak kingdom. This war sets off a chain reaction that triggers the Great Change - a series of events that transform the world in ways both destructive and evolutionary. But the new Empire was in no way weak. Jordan and his empire went to war on the human kingdom and three of the six demon lords. Jordan used this war to solidify the standing of his Empire in the continent and gain authority among the Kings and Queens of the Mavis continent. But all this was just a means to an end for Jordan's ultimate goal. When he left the Underground Tower, he discovered that The Veil used to trap the Demon race was about to break. And with that, the release of the Demon Legion, the largest and most powerful army on the continent. Now Jordan must rally not just the monsters, but all other five races: Elves, Giants, Humans, Dwarves and Fairies, together and face against the powerful demon army. War, death, and destruction ensue, and amidst the chaos, Jordan finds himself at the center of it all.

Ken wakes up one morning with the strange ability to talk to mice...

The world is a mystery for Charles as he works hard to unravel the mystery of his existence, what he is, who he is and where he came from, the reason he isn't like any other mage and why he can't ascend of course not before he finds a way to break his curse first!!