Steel Under Silk

Bound in chains yet yearning for freedom, Alpheo, a modern historian, finds himself enslaved in a land on the brink of chaos. As the empire of Rolmia plunges into civil war following the death of the emperor , his three ambitious sons vie for the throne. In the midst of this turmoil, Alpheo finds the chance to break his chain and escape, leading his companions into the ashes of war, trying to thrive in it, selling their swords to the highest bidder . But beyond the borders of Rolmia, hungry eyes watch as the empire's grip loosens. The Sultanate of Azania, ever the opportunist, sees a chance to expand its domain and influence , while to the south, neighboring principalities breathe a sigh of relief as the once-dominant giant stumbles and falters. In the sea, the confederation of the Free Isle finds their chance to restore their old maritime power , denied to them by an empire that is now crumbling beneath itself , lacking the strenght to stop them. In this crucible of conflict, where dynasties crumble and empires fall, Alpheo find his call and the chance to forge his own destiny amidst the ashes of empires. ----------------

With war on the horizon, a spreading epidemic, and corruption festering in Kiltar, Tye faces a harrowing mission: to risk everything to save his country from ruin. But in a land where doing good attracts evil's gaze, how far is he willing to go—and at what cost?

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Kenneth is the unfavored third prince of the Kingdom of Lucano, one of the largest kingdoms on the Avalanche Continent. A fierce competition is underway in his kingdom after the king issued an edict that he will appoint whichever prince can defeat the monsters that rule the Audoran Forest as the next king. As the son of a servant, conquering the forest is the only way he can save his loved ones from the harsh life in the palace. However, what happens if the monster he must kill is far different from what he expected? In the end, Kenneth must make a decision. Protect the 'monster' or betray and abandon the family he loves.

The popular singer Mia Caroline became famous in showbiz at 15. Living in an influential family, Mia never once stumbled upon any scandal throughout her career. That is until her accidental meeting with Victor a few years later leads to her first scandal as a successful singer. Victor, the leader of a mafia organization under the guise of a successful businessman, hates people who sell their lives like celebrities. But faced with Mia, Victor is unwittingly drawn into Mia's complicated and secretive life. Past trauma, organizational turmoil, fame in the spotlight. This is a love story of two people who have never felt love.

Alister Aveline is a spoiled and arrogant young noble, living a life of luxury but feeling completely alone. With distant parents who care more about power than family, he grows up in a world full of neglect and unspoken pain. As the third in line to the throne, he's expected to be perfect, but the weight of his family's expectations pushes him to the edge. When he finds himself at a breaking point, Alister begins to regret the choices he's made and the way he's lived his life. In his darkest moment, he must face the truth about his past and decide whether redemption is still possible-or if he's too far gone. But what happens when an unlikely love, full of kindness and hope, begins to break through his walls? Can Alister learn to open his heart before it's too late? Join me on this emotional journey of regret, love, and second chances as Alister struggles to find his place in a world that has never truly accepted him.

Beneath a sky of ashen snow, Orcel stands among the ruins of his village, bound by a vow whispered in the dark. With nothing left but a promise of vengeance, he steps into a world veiled in mystery, where shadows move with purpose and forgotten powers lie waiting. As he rises from weakness, Orcel’s path twists deeper into the unknown, and he begins to question: is he the one seeking revenge, or has something far darker set its sights on him?

Under the remains of the crescent light, travellers in a new but familiar environment, What adventure awaits us? Before the cold winter comes after summer, autumn always comes in between. If it were not for the harshness of the cold winter, how could we turn towards the warmth of spring? Approach the world with confidence, strengthen your resolve and raise your sword high. Standing proudly against the odds — with perseverance that knows no bounds, we explore this mysterious world. Our world is a place where the strongest rise, the most extreme, the craziest! Where all the secrets of hypocrisy and lies disappear, the curtain is revealed about the nature of humanity in its finest form...!

Ruth is a very gloomy and broken young woman who works a job she hates as a vampire hunter. After a series of events spanning the course of a couple of nights, her cold demeanor finally crumbles and gives way to her real self after meeting a mysterious bartender she was sent to hunt down by her boss.

Waking up inside the ruins of an orphanage, Alexander finds himself chained and sold to slavery. A modern metallurgist, trapped in ancient times, watch as he tries to play with the cards fate dealt him. He will make plate armor, invent paper, build roads, teach governance and many more, as he tries to carve a place for himself. But how can such things not attract jealous eyes? The naval superpower- Cantagena, The unstoppable army of- Exolas, The superpower of the east- Adhania, The mercantile confederation- Sybarsis, The religious fanatics- Iyizarid, And the ever-present- Barbarians of the Barren Forrest, All want something from each other. In this ocean of sharks, follow a small carp as it struggles to leap through the dragon gate and establish a dynasty to outlast them all. The cover is not mine. If you are the owner of this cover, comment and I will remove it.

In High school, her teacher asked everyone to write down their goals. Verena wrote two things-to keep living the life full of luxury. Who doesn't like dresses, jewellery, parties and wine. And to own Red Kite. Everything was going perfect until a handsome stranger broke in her house through her window. "Do you mind I stay here for time being?" She stared gritted teeth at the theif making himself comfortable on the armchair without waiting for her answer. She fell in self-doubt, is this his house or her's? Unfortunately, little did she knew at that time this two-faced thief did not just planned to enter her house but also in her life.

Princess Althea has spent her life as a pawn in the ruthless game of royal politics. When a fragile alliance collapses, her father’s solution is to marry her off to the enemy to stave off war. To ensure her compliance, he assigns Sir Catria—a stoic, battle-hardened knight with everything to lose—to escort her across hostile lands. Catria’s cold discipline grates against Althea’s fiery defiance, igniting a clash of wills that neither can afford to lose. But as assassins and treacherous terrain force them to rely on each other, the line between duty and desire begins to blur. Althea glimpses the cracks in Catria’s iron resolve, while Catria sees the unyielding strength behind Althea’s rebellion. As danger closes in and an unwanted marriage looms, they must make a choice: stay the course and sacrifice everything—or defy their fates and risk a love that could reshape their kingdoms.

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Xia Yu had one dream, to travel to the western lands and see what it has to offer. Miyojin had one wish, to live comfortably in the palace with the woman he loves. But one imperial edict ruined all of their plans. Now, they will be bound in marriage and live together in the imperial palace. But Xia Yu had a plan. They will play husband and wife for three years then they'll divorce. Miyojin thinks it is a good plan and very beneficial for both of them. But the more time they spend together, the more Miyojin realizes Xia Yu isn't someone he should let go. After all the trials, the joys, and the pains, will they be able to let go once it's time for them to part?

Shreedha, a formidable gangster who runs business in twelve countries , is at the pinnacle of power when someone her own stabbed her back. In a shocking twist , she transported to a different world completely different from her ethnicity. But a queen is queen no matter the situation or world. What kind of challenges does she face? Would she be able to adapt to this new world while hiding onto the core of who she really is or will the trials of the new reality forces her to undergo a profound transformation? Join Shreedha on her journey of self discovery where she finds out what does it truly mean to be a queen unbound.

For many years, the Carrians have lorded over Ciricos. However, their mighty legions have been stretched thin, as they have foes on multiple sides. Thus, they have hired the Maerkenien, warlike people that were far removed from mainland politics, isolated in an archipelago on the far west of the Great Ocean. They have made a grave mistake, however. They bankrupted themselves with lavish niceties, leaving none for their hired sellswords. They have appeased them with granting them land charters in the potential-full Isle, a backwater that Carrian pioneers have settled on for a century, though it is infested with the natives of the Isle, unwilling to accept civilization encroaching on their lands. However, the Maerkenien grow discontent, with no coin from the Carrians, the fuse of war have just been lit, and it is a matter of time before it goes off. (For the Royal Road staff that have rejected my submission of this story in their website, here is the link to my account in Royal Road: https://www.royalroad.com/profile/573444/fictions I hope you reconsider the rejection, as I will be updating this story on both here on WebNovel and Royal Road! :D)

Quinn Parker, a brilliant but ruthless entrepreneur, is determined to carve out his own empire, one that transcends conventional wealth and power. Armed with cutting-edge technology, a secret AI named Nexus, and a private army of robots, he manipulates global markets, orchestrates hostile takeovers, and wages invisible wars in the shadows of the world's most powerful institutions. As Quinn builds his fortune—stretching into the billions—he embarks on an audacious plan: the creation of a sovereign island where he reigns supreme, shielded from any nation's laws. But with every victory comes greater risks, and Quinn's relentless pursuit of domination pits him against rival cartels, world governments, and even those closest to him. In a world where trust is fleeting and power is everything, Quinn is willing to sacrifice anyone and anything to achieve his goals. But as his empire grows, so do the enemies who seek to tear it down—and the line between success and self-destruction becomes dangerously thin. "Empire of steel: Rise of Quinn Parker" is a gripping tale of ambition, power, and the cold calculation of a man who will stop at nothing to reshape the world in his image.

In a world where technology has turned on humanity, Elara—a brilliant engineer haunted by her creations—fights to survive among hybrid zombies born from a corrupted AI virus. As she battles through decaying tech cities and faces off against the deadly AI, Elara must confront both her past and her concept of humanity before everything she’s known is destroyed.

After 10 years of hide and seek, the Mitchell family return to Springfield, with their beloved Luna Mitchell wanting her to leave a normal life free from constant fear of danger. But will she be able to put the past behind her and leave a comfortable life?? She tries to let go and stop being too uptight. And on her first day in her new high school, she manages to make new friends as well as enemies. She tries to live a new life with a tough identity but sadness and despair always find their way into her happiness leading her into leaving Springfield again. ... 4 years later... She's back but this its all for revenge. But the past won't just let her be. Will Luna Mitchell let her past and present pains and trauma break her down or will she overcome it all and prove to the real Woman Of Steel that she truly is...

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A man doesn't need a lot to be happy, such a man was Cedrick Cassiel. He had everything he wanted and more. Emphasis on the had, because he couldn't prevent the tragedy that struck him and his family by the hands of a psychopathic serial killer. Following his death, he was granted the name Eldris by a powerful Death God, linked with the last legacy of said Death God's best friend and now without a family or friends of his own, he finds himself in another world - a world of Cultivation. Men and women alike ignite their spirits and traverse the world in pursuit of Power, Prestige or Knowledge. Immortality isn't a dream in this world, it is real and everyone is after it. But there's just one problem... Eldris is a stone. As an inanimate object, his life and any ambitions that he could ever possibly have in this world have been scattered in the wind. Eldris finds time to overcome his grief and move on. Or maybe he's distracted by the crippling insanity that is an added perk of becoming a stone. But he makes friends along the way and that's the important part. Read on, dear Reader! Because Eldris' real life has only just begun. --------------------------------------- A/N: This is my first time writing a story. Criticism is appreciated, so leave your honest reviews. Also this novel won't have a harem, same could be said for probably all the novels I write in the future. !!! This novel is something I have yet to make a serious dedication to, the update schedule is nonexistent. I won't drop it until it's completed but chapters will be slow. You have been warned dear reader, I am a lazy Author.(To anyone who may have been reading this, I won't be updating for a while. I don't think my writing skills are good enough portray this novel, with all the plans I have in store for it. I want this novel to be something good, so for now I will be learning from other works by authors more skilled than I, and trying to improve my skills. I will update the synopsis when I feel I can continue with this novel.)

Record of All Under Heaven Inspired by The beginning after the end Novel… In a world where abilities define one’s destiny, Enoch is thrust into a life far removed from his previous existence as a god. Reborn as a mortal, he grapples with the limitations of his infant body while the memories of his former grandeur haunt him. In a society governed by Talents—unique abilities granted through the Awakening—he seeks to uncover the mysteries of these powers that mirror the Essence he once commanded.

In a world ravaged by unrelenting conquest, Fraihn, a hardened soldier of the Imperium, fights on the frontlines of a brutal and endless war. Trained since childhood to serve under the Imperial Banner.

This is just a story about the MC climbing a technological tree in a fantasy world. Am new to this writing field I might make some mistakes, criticism and corrections are welcome.

Argentum Academy, a prestigious military-style school located in a sprawling valley, renowned for training the elite in combat disciplines, including Mecha Armored Divisions, Martial Arts, and Magical Warfare. Story Premise: Argentum Academy is divided into four main divisions: Mecha Armored Division (MAD): Students are trained to pilot advanced mechs. Martial Arts Division (MARD): Students master hand-to-hand combat and martial arts. Magical Warfare Division (MWD): Students specialize in magical combat and spellcasting. Strategic Operations Division (SOD): Students focus on tactical planning and strategy. As tensions rise between these divisions over resources, recognition, and influence, Ryker finds himself at odds with the MWD’s leader, the powerful and arrogant mage, Elara Vex. Ryker’s world takes a thrilling turn when he discovers the "Shadow Games," an underground tournament where students from different divisions compete in secret battles to test their skills and settle scores. Plot: Intrigued by the Shadow Games' potential to bridge the divisions, Ryker decides to participate. Alongside his childhood friend Lyra Flynn from MARD, his strategic partner Kaid Rylan from SOD, and the mysterious mage Zara Moonwhisper from MWD, Ryker navigates the complex web of alliances and rivalries within the academy. As the games progress, Ryker must confront Elara Vex, who becomes increasingly obsessed with defeating him.

Every time the full moon hangs high in the sky, mysterious shadows begin to envelop the remote village. The villagers live in fear every time night falls, because they know that under the light of the moon, creatures of darkness will appear, hunting for weak souls. A little girl escaped from the sea kingdom of Kalzareth. She's keeping a bigger secret than anyone else realizes. In her dreams, she sees black shadows dancing under the moon, and hears whispers that tell her of an ancient prophecy—that only she can stop this darkness before it swallow the whole world Izzul, a young man who wants to eliminate the evil behind the mystery, but his strength is only able to defeat a deer. One day Izzul entered the Malacca Skull forest, he found a baby deer surrounded by five wolves, Izzul immediately helped the baby deer, but his strength was not enough to defeat the wolf so he was grabbed and eaten by five wolves. All that remains is a skull and repeated bones. His awareness was still there, Izzul only heard one word that repeated "do you want strength or CURSE?"