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Literary Teacher Isekai

[Participant in the Royal Road Writhathon Challenge] NOTE: Please support in Royal Road. Every like or comments goes a long way. After a painful breakup, a 28-year-old literature teacher is unexpectedly transported to a mystical medieval world with his loyal college assistant. In a land where words have the power to shape reality, their literary knowledge becomes their greatest advantage. As they explore this strange new realm, they uncover a dangerous secret: the godlike creator has lost control, and now the characters are alive—and free to make their own choices. ______________________________________ What to expect: 1. Narrative Driven, the story may be a litrpg but the focus is less from the stat blocks and more to the characters and plot. Although, the stats are still very much significant.  2. Conflicts are real, this means that the main characters don't just get better and move on from past traumas right away. Improvement is gradual. If you don't like waiting, or feeling pain before having the strength to overcome it, this might not be for you (sorry, I've decided to take it to the unconventional direction) 3. There is a potential slow burn romance subplot and potential love interests depending on plot progression and audience interaction. But, I'd like to make it clear that this is not a harem. 4. A whole lot of literary allusions, if you enjoy popular and classic literature, you're in for a ride! 5. Explores the struggles of a modern day teacher in depth. This story is a quest for redemption,  6. The main characters are human, this means that they aren't the typical Mary Sue or Gary Stew kinda characters. Capable of making good decisions as much as they're capable of making mistakes. ______________________________________ Sidenote: It isn't excessively violent, in fact, it's the opposite. Just wanted to put the warning since some chapter has mild descriptions of violence. Erring on the side of caution would be best. ______________________________________ This journey is a quest for redemption, a confrontation of past regrets and the reimagination life and love in a world as fluid as ink on a page. 
Remnant_Dream · 8.2K Views

Love Lust sex

[Mature content—Read at your own risk, be careful. It's highly recommend] Meet Lena Candice Marshall, the most innocent girl in this world from Russian descent. Beautiful. Doctor. With delicious ass. Her life was so simple and decided. She was locked inside her dad's rules, regulations, and policies. Like a bird inside a cage. Always following her dad what's her dad wanted. She was at school and at home all the time. Had a babysitter with her until college. When she had her school's free time, she read educational books like daddy wants to learn more-not even let her read magazines. Only educational books. When she was in college, daddy was coming to pick her up. And she listened-as she believed that's what good daughters do, right? Listen to their parents. And as expected, she didn't deal with these words-Love...Feelings...Jealousy... Emotion...Lust...Desire. In a word, she didn't know anything about the opposite sex. Meet Ace Jordan Steele, the most handsome CEO in Downtown in New York. All the woman and even his secretory lusting over his body. Hell yeah! He didn't f***ing care. But he could any woman in his bed he f****ing wants. He always wanted to be alone and didn't want to be disturbed. Wanted to be getting rich instead of stalking play around. And the top of this, he won't shoot Spaniard and Russian girls because of the death of his mother-sister-that he will never forget in his life. He can't tolerate any girl from Spanish and Russian descent. Lena Candice Marshall. Ace Jordan Steele. What will happen when their paths cross? Lusting over Lena Candice will not good for Jordan Steele's health. Can Jordan Steele stop his erection from every time Lena's near? If he can't control his massive erection, disaster will strike in the name of desire and lust. And how will she accept these new feelings? And what about betrayed?
Littlefish · 560.3K Views

PASSIVE: A Tale Of Outlaws

Why won't you just... ... kill me? Have I... not bled enough for you? You... In me, you have broken all that there is to be broken, blackened all that could be considered bright, tortured my entire being from inside out.. Time and time again, you kill me. Endlessly, I suffer. What more do you want from me?.. You won't let me live, you won't let me die. Do you enjoy it?.. Watching me suffer, does it fill you with some kind of satisfaction?.. You... With whatever remains I have left, I swear to you, I will become a curse, the very plague that brings about your ruin. May you face the same darkness you've wrought upon me, and may your conscience be as haunted as mine has been. Born into a world where humans thrive on an Earth that is still recovering from a past disaster that threatened humanity's existence, Vonn Black is a victim of immense pain, hardship, betrayal, and discrimination. He swears vengeance upon the world after he gains access to a mysterious power. Along with his newfound accomplices, Vonn becomes the most wanted man on Earth. With a power that is more of a curse than a blessing, Vonn is willing to wreak torture upon his enemies even if meant torture to himself, as well. In the end, the truth of justice is just a matter of one's personal truth. Even those who wield sufficient power to overcome all opposition towards their pettiest of convictions become incarnations of justice. NOTE: PATO contains extreme gore, mature/harsh languages, and sexual violence. Not for younger readers!! Author's note: "As a creative artist and novice author, I, Zikky, am excited to introduce my debut novel, PATO. I'm eager to share my work with you and embark on this literary journey together. As for PATO, don't be surprised if it turns out to be the best work of fiction you'll ever read. I'm not aiming to come across as arrogant, but I do want to warn you that PATO will draw you in and refuse to let go. But first, you have to be willing to take the leap and read it! If you pride yourself on being a reader, then I challenge you to dive into PATO's world and see where it takes you. (Be warned, though: once you start, it's hard to escape!) My inspirations for PATO are rooted in the incredible works of Hajime Isayama, specifically Attack on Titan, as well as the captivating world of Japanese manga and anime. I have immense respect for Isayama's masterful storytelling and complex character development. Additionally, I draw inspiration from the unpredictable and often twisted nature of Tatsuki Fujimoto's works. So, I ask you: Are you ready to embrace the PATO experience?"
ZikkyCent · 54.5K Views

Mon Amour Scribbler

Queen, a renowned author with an impressive reputation, lives in the busy, stressful world of literature. After years of relying on Mr. William as her loyal editor, Queen is faced with a major change. Mr. William decides to take a sabbatical, and his position is replaced by Seo-hoon or Jihoon, a charismatic and enigmatic publishing CEO. The first meeting between Queen and Seo-hoon was fraught with tension. Seo-hoon, with his cold and sharp professional demeanor, seemed hard to reach, while Queen felt pressured to prove her worth without Mr. William's support. The conflicts that arise between them are inevitable, but over time, the tensions begin to form a challenging and interesting work dynamic. Outside of the writing world, Queen faces her own personal life challenges. Her close friends Mey and Fika, who are also writers and editors, are an important source of support and encouragement. They had to balance the demands of college and work while supporting Queen in dealing with the pressures of the literary world and her family's disapproval of her career. Over time, Seo-hoon begins to show unexpectedly tender and complex sides of himself. The initial tension between Queen and Seo-hoon slowly turns into a deep and meaningful relationship. Queen must face the fact that behind their disagreements, there is the possibility for an unexpected and unfathomable love. Set against the backdrop of a literary industry full of intrigue and emotion, this story explores Queen's journey in balancing career and love, and how two seemingly disparate worlds can complement each other to form a compelling and meaningful story.
NaaymazAra · 4.6K Views

Rise of the Forgotten Son

Jack Alfonso, the seventh son of the wealthy Alfonso family, has spent his life in the shadow of his more powerful half-siblings. After the death of his mother when he was just fifteen, Jack finds himself alone, bullied, and dismissed by the family that should have protected him. Struggling to survive in the cutthroat environment of Chicago, Jack finally decides to leave behind the city of power and wealth. At nineteen, with only the small savings he'd managed to scrape together, Jack escapes to Inchoate City, a backward and neglected place far from the reach of the Alfonso family's influence. But Inchoate isn't any easier. The city is rife with corruption, gang violence, and ruthless business politics. When Jack opens a modest store, his life takes an unexpected turn. After receiving an inexplicable notification, he discovers that his income will now be multiplied by one hundred times—a mysterious force that could change everything. However, this power comes with a price. Jack's rapid success attracts both allies and enemies from the dangerous underworld of Inchoate. Faced with threats from gang leaders, powerful businessmen, and his own estranged family, Jack must navigate the city's treacherous waters, using his newfound abilities to rise from nothing and carve a place for himself. As he builds his empire, Jack will have to confront his past, face the brutal realities of the world around him, and ultimately decide how far he's willing to go to claim power and freedom.
mustafa_abakar · 1.2K Views

Is It Wrong For Me, A Reincarnated Royalty, To Explore Incognito?

Reincarnation, fantasy, and magic, in my past life world there was no such thing yet I read some literary works for a spare time. There were even jokes that one's potential can even grow further if there's those factors around. Reincarnated in another world as one of the royals in a fantasy world in a country called The United Covenant of Chevalynthea, it indeed hit a jackpot as I started setting my plans and desire to motion while throwing in my contributions under the different alias, and enjoying the presence of magic. The best part? The country's classified component and all the living founders of the country approved it as per practice and tradition for a royalty to know the ways of the world itself, and to train and get stronger. While it remained that way ever since in that arrangement of training, I watched things unfolded with a merging of the worlds phenomena that had myself encounter new individuals and new information during my adventure out from it. "MwahahahahaI I know what you will say next as befitting of your stature and personality in this scene you and your lackeys created. I got many ways to deal with imbeciles such as yourself just as I had done to a certain laughing stock of a disbanded political party from Segliora." "It's not my fault your former fiancée enjoys my presence and my insights about the roles of royalty in a country and what should be their stage in the world itself, and magic. You got like what? Your engagement broke off and led in this situation. Speaking of which, your former country and world, you know the terms simp and generic male harem MC? If that is so, then you don't really get things here including her very own homeland in this changed magical fantasy world because this country is a constitutional monarchy state as such the monarch and the royal family must be strong and be there for their subjects as per the creed and the factor of this world having magic. In other words, you're an imbecile." "Another day of a member of nobility being a frog in the well at matters and discrimination because of this country's magic system. Allow this passing errant ehrenschertmagier to say hi." "Using religion to fatten your pockets and running away from the act? Mwahahaha! Let this errant ehrenschertmagier have you 'sing'." "Mwahahaha! Surprised? That's one of my personal creation spells." I ponder to myself, "Is it wrong for a reincarnated royalty in this fantasy world of magic to go incognito and seek out adventure? I guess not." P.S. Also published in Wattpad and Scribblehub.
Wahbtsa · 6.4K Views

Lout of the Count’s Family - (Part-II)

Upon awakening, finding myself in the world of a novel I once read – "The Birth of a Hero." This story chronicled the adventures of Choi Han, a high schooler ripped from Earth and deposited in this fantastical realm alongside countless other heroes-in-the-making. Unfortunately, I wasn't one of those heroes. Instead, I landed smack dab in the middle of the story as a member of the despised Count's family. This family just so happened to rule the territory where Choi Han encounters his first village. The problem? That village gets obliterated by assassins, leaving Choi Han deeply traumatized. The even bigger problem? This idiotic, good-for-nothing character I'd become had no clue about the village's destruction and ends up provoking Choi Han. Needless to say, I got flattened. "...This," I groaned, "is a serious predicament." But hey, at least it's a new life, right? Here's hoping it's a bit less... destructive. ------------------------------------- Disclaimer: This is an unofficial translation of the novel "Lout of Count's Family." Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, but there may be errors or omissions. The original work holds the sole copyright, and this translation is intended for entertainment purposes only. No commercial use is permitted without the author's consent. Please note that cultural nuances, idioms, and literary devices might be lost or altered in translation. The translator does not claim ownership of the original work or its characters. If you find any errors or have suggestions, please feel free to provide feedback. Thank you for reading! [Author – Yu Ryeo Han] [Translator – Anowa] [Proofreader – Rai_Mayank]
rai_mayank · 582.8K Views

Rich husband read my mind,i become popular

Ava is rebirth, rebirth as a vicious girl in a novel she'd read. In the original book, Aaden,the boss of the world's top fashion and luxury goods group proposed to break off the engagement to his fiancee Avery, after meeting the heroine Bella. Avery received a huge sum of money as compensation, but she was still depressed for the rest of her life. But now,Ava rebirth as Avery. Ava:"You don't have to serve your husband, but can still get such a big amount money. Is there such a perfect thing?" Ava came from last age, before she entered the book and reborn as Avery, she want to be a fashion blogger. So she proposed that in addition to sharing the money, she would also be allowed to lend the jewelry, clothes and bags collected by Aaden's family indefinitely. Aaden agreed, but did not break off the engagement.Later, Ava posted outfits on INS and YT: a dress with white shoes, a coat with a sweatshirt and sneakers. In this ancient novel about the popularity of tight skirts and high heels, she quickly became popular! With her gemstone crown, imperial green emerald, and handmade high-end vintage evening gown, she was featured on the first cover of "TOP" magazine, nominating the mysterious fashion blogger that major blue-blood brands most want to cooperate with! The fashion and luxury goods empire headed by Aaden is the second oldest in this book. Aaden dreams of becoming top one. At the wedding break-up scene, his fiancee thought after seeing the next season’s key products:"Is it ten centimeters to hate the sky? If you wear this in the last days, you will die in three steps."Aaden: This marriage is irrevocable. The original person Avery drugged Aaden and Aaden used this as a threat to force Ava to live with him. From then on, Aaden, an arrogant and conceited boss changed his style and turned into a follower who was obsessed with eavesdropping on his fiancee. Aaden not only took out his black leather book at any time, but also took notes carefully and nodded frequently. He often asked "without shame": "What is French style? Old money style? Quiet luxury style?..." As the heroine of the original book, Bella is the most unique existence compared to the male protagonist Ava. Her appearance is a beam of light, illuminating the originally "meaningless" life of the ascetic workaholic... Bella, who had foreseen the plot, waited for the original book heroine Avery to be divorced by Aaden's family. She waited and waited until the hot search: # Top luxury brand young tycoon secret meeting new internet celebrity#, #AN President Aaden once said that his fiancee is the only one in his life#...
954108596 · 10K Views

Witchbound Villain

This is a story about a Villain and a Witch. What you can expect from this novel: This is a time-loop-checkpoint style conquest story, and the goal is to conquer the universe. The MC is genuinely a villain and you can expect him acting as a Lawful Evil. Sarcastic toned writing style with slow flowing worldbuilding where you will come to understand the world as the story goes. It's a medium paced story filled with heavy topics, politics, war and tight plot points, sandwiched with romance-comedy breathing spaces. One female lead only, no romantic drama. But caution, this fiction may contain more romance than you can handle. You can also expect classic high fantasy tropes, mixed with science fiction similar to modern isekai/gate/space styled story, there are both magic and mecha, strong-to-stronger characters, insane and manipulative characters, character developments and connections, Seinen magazine demographic, kingdom building and military, world invasion and apocalyptic tone, with legends, myth, world lore, and fairy tale spices. Three years ago, the sky over the magical world of Nethermere cracked wide open, revealing a portal. Out poured thousands upon thousands of spaceships from a so-called superior realm civilization, intent on invading this "lower" realm. But their grand plan? A spectacular flop. The invaders were stopped single-handedly by a man, King Burn of Soulnaught—the genius of the century and a notorious tyrant. Yeah, right. Despite the grand defeat, they didn’t pack up and leave. The crack remained, a celestial eyesore, while more spaceships continued to flood in. Divide et impera, indeed! Now, they'd turned to trading shiny tech trinkets with the locals, sweet-talking their way into hearts and minds. Colonization? It was practically knocking at the door. Burn, once again said, "Hell nah." War. All-out war! Because if anyone’s going to conquer the world, Burn would rather it be him—not some intergalactic interlopers. *** THAT WAS THE PLAN! Conquer the world under him, then the invaders, then whoever was behind them! But… The seventh loop started, and Burn returned back, awakened before the apocalyptic war started, cursing—“This stupid bi—witch!” His march came to a halt when a woman suddenly appeared before him and took her own life while shouting his name. Burn only blinked before realizing he had returned to the time before HIS CONQUER began. That witch of a woman had reset all his hard work! "Why? You're wondering if I've trapped you in a time loop?" the witch asked. "It's not just a spell but a curse! Dear Villain, you are now Witchbound!" *** Apparently, the witch wasn't all that bad. “But aren’t you glad to see your worst enemy able to understand your point of view?” the woman smiled softly. “You should also be glad that I’m a rational and considerate type of person.” Even to her worst enemy. Resetting time for her own purposes? Apparently, she was including him in her considerations. Now Burn, ever the pragmatic, practical, and cold tyrant, found himself in a quandary. Was she a friend or a foe? Was she his worst curse or his greatest blessing? Well, let’s find out.
ShishiruiSugar · 5.1K Views

Rich Husband Addicted to Acting Poor

After being deceived by a scumbag and left penniless, Qian Duoduo decided to use her remaining savings to maintain a contract marriage with a young and handsome husband. So, she set her sights on Chen Shu, who couldn't even afford a train ticket. Firstly, he looked handsome, which would let her maintain her reputation when she took him out. Secondly, he was so poor that he would be easy to support. Gathering her courage, she said to him, "Hi, do you remember when we were on the same train, and I paid 600 yuan for you?" The man's cool eyes remained calm as if he had no emotions before replying, "I remember." "I urgently need to get married. Will you marry me?" The man glanced at her coldly. Just when Qian Duoduo thought she must be crazy to propose to a man she had only met once, he replied, "Okay." But as the days went by, she gradually realized that something was off about this contract husband. The fake diamond ring she used to show off turned out to be a one-of-a-kind luxury brand ring that could only be custom-made once in a lifetime. The wedding car they used was a luxury car she had only seen at car exhibitions. Even the furniture he claimed to have bought from the second-hand market was made from precious golden silk and wood. One day, she saw a photo of the wealthiest man in their city being interviewed by a certain magazine, and the man casually sitting on the sofa, legs crossed, discussing the electricity and water bills for the month, was... her husband!
Nunu · 135.9K Views

Dress up as an ancient foolish and filial literary scumbag A-穿成古代愚孝文渣A

穿成古代愚孝文渣A - Original Name. 洛小湃 - Author. STATUS In COO:- 138 (End) - 116 main + 22 extras. Dress up as an ancient foolish and filial literary scumbag A Dress up as an ancient foolish and filial literary scumbag AStraight to the bottom Dress up as an ancient foolish and filial literary scumbag A Author: Luo Xiaopai Status: Completed Latest chapter: Main text Chapter 138 (Extra 22) Introduction to the work: Copywriting: Weibo: Jinjiang Luo Xiaopai Ji Huan woke up and found that she had been transported into an ancient book about foolish filial piety and became the foolish and filial daughter of a farm family. The original person was imprisoned by the whole family. Not only did he do the hardest and most tiring work, but he also had no regrets. His parents spent all the money from selling food on the eldest brother and the third brother. They called the eldest brother the eldest son and the third brother. In addition, money is needed to obtain academic qualifications. As for the money that the original person deserves, the original person's mother pretends to save it for the original person first, but in fact, she secretly subsidizes the eldest son and the younger son. The wife Jiang Yubai that the original person married was said by her mother to be a evil star. Not only did she not let the original person and Jiang Yubai consummate their marriage, she also made things difficult for Jiang Yubai in every possible way, leaving the most tiring and dirty work to Jiang Yubai. Baigan, because of his filial piety, did not dare to say a word for Jiang Yubai. At the end of the book, the original person worked hard for his family all his life, so that he died of illness early before he was forty years old. Jiang Yubai died early in front of the original person. Before the original person died, he only received His parents said lightly: "You are filial." Ji Huan looked at the plot of the original book and immediately said, "What kind of feudal dross is this?" She wants to see who dares to kidnap her morally! So, her mother asked Ji Huan to work in the fields, and Ji Huan lay on the edge of the field and slept soundly. She asked Jiang Yubai to cook for the family, but Ji Huan went into the kitchen and "accidentally" dropped all the bowls; When carrying water, Ji Huan poured senna leaves into the water, which made the whole family unable to stop. When her mother did not give her the money she deserved, Ji Huan went to the village to borrow money and asked the person who was borrowed the money to find it. The original parents want it. In short, the original parents finally couldn't live with Ji Huan anymore and proposed to separate the family. Ji Huan happily agreed and took Jiang Yubai to live a small life with the land and money. Fortunately, Ji Huan was a craftsman in Jianzhan in her previous life. Soon she returned to her old profession and became prosperous in the small town. When she thought about coming over to woo her cheap relatives, Ji Huan said, "Who are you?" " Note: 1. Qianyuan=alpha, Kunze=omega, Zhongyong=beta, no pendant.
Memes_Ki_Duniya · 714 Views

The Undead Uprising

Imagine the gripping tale of Jack, an ordinary teenager thrust into the abyss of an unknown experiment, grappling with unforeseen consequences. Unfairly ousted from his job amid a world embroiled in human conflict, he unknowingly faces a twist of fate – a captivity altering the very fabric of his existence. Trapped in the aftermath of a failed experiment, Jack bears an unexpected curse, forcing him to confront and adapt to this newfound predicament. The evolving world demands resilience, and Jack, resolute in safeguarding those he holds dear, embarks on a transformative journey. As he navigates this treacherous path, the world around him metamorphoses, mirroring the internal changes he undergoes. Jack's evolution transcends the physical; it's a journey of self-discovery and strength. His pursuit of greatness intertwines with unraveling the mysteries surrounding his enigmatic creator. In a world rife with challenges, one of Jack's formidable tasks emerges – to become a powerful undead. Each encounter marks his growth, rewarding him with experience points. Jack embraces these challenges with infectious enthusiasm, leaving readers captivated by the intriguing twists and turns of his extraordinary journey. **** Author note : "I extend my gratitude for your anticipation of this novel, a labor of love I've crafted for your enjoyment. As a first-time webnovel writer, I eagerly welcome your thoughts and comments. Your feedback and supports will contribute to the evolution of this narrative, and I'm excited to hear your insights as we embark on this literary journey together.” .... 100 power stones: 1 extra chapter 200 power stones: 2 extra chapters 500 power stones: 3 extra chapters ... Please vote, comment, share and review, it is the true motivation for authors to keep going for their supporters. Check out my other novel for Webnovel spirit awards. VILLAIN: Rebirth of the shadow lord
Alexcj · 102.9K Views
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