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Talking To Jericho

Amanda Jackson drops out of her current High School, East Valley High, right before she is expelled for a crime she did not commit. Enraged at this, she decides to apply for a scholarship to her dream school, a school only for the elite in social status, just so she could show East Valley High what they were missing. She gets the scholarship and is first approached by Adrian King, the smartest kid in the whole school, who is also the leader of the band of outcasts in the school. She fits in perfectly with this group of people mostly because they have the same level of understanding as she does A situation leads her to collide with Jericho Church-Hill, a self proclaimed loner and the son to the owner of the school who just has a general dislike for everyone and everything around him. She soon finds out that Jericho and Adrian have bad blood between them. Things get out of hand when Amanda starts developing feelings for Adrian and he feels the same way while Jericho is left to battle with his new found emotions for the scholarship winner. Amanda develops a soft spot for Jericho but her feelings for him don't go deeper than that. She later learns of a shocking thing that happened in the past; the reason for the end of Jericho and Adrian's friendship. Determined to not let Jericho remain as stoic and uncaring as he was with no friends, Amanda makes up her mind to bring the two best friends back together and get Jericho out of his shell. In order to do this though, she has to get really close to Jericho; so close that'll he'll tell her everything that happened before and how he truly feels about her. Will she be able to accomplish her task or will she end up breaking up with Adrian for Jericho and even taking his side when she hears the full story of what happened in the past?
Emma_Jay33 · 3.1K Views

Oops, Mommy Slept With A Tyrant

As the overweight daughter of the Sutton family, Kelsie is an eyesore to everyone. Her father can't wait to get rid of her, his wife and their daughter daughter too. The man she's supposed to marry can't stand her and looks for ways to end their engagement, all to no avail. But on the day she's to get married, she finds out she's pregnant. Her fiancé finally uses the opportunity to break off his engagement to her and her father sends her packing to her aunt in another city never to return after she refuses to remove the baby like he asked her to. Seven years later, she returns to the city to claim her position as the heiress of her mother's fortune, which her father and his wife and daughter has been living off of all these years. But not as the overweight duckling everyone expected, but as a stunning, glamorous woman. Behind her are three children: a daughter who looks exactly like her, a handsome son, and another handsome son who looks too much like the most powerful man in the city. Unexpectedly, the dimwit, her fiancé who broke off their engagement comes begging for them to get married like they were supposed to. "So what if you're stunning now and lost all that weight? Everyone knows you used to be an ugly duckling. Who knows the underhanded ways you resorted to to lose weight. Forget our past and marry me again." The woman looked at him and snickered. "Aren't you the heir of the Baker family? Why would you marry a fatso like me?" The man huffed and said arrogantly. "Hmph! Do whatever you want. But I assure you that no one in Silicon Valley will want to marry a woman saddled with bastard children!" The triplets came up on his face and snorted in disdain. "Who's this? Where is daddy when a man like this harasses mommy?” “I told you he wasn’t worth her. Hurry up and call him quickly.” The man who was in the middle of a conference call ended it as soon as he heard the news and went straight to where she was. “Are you hitting on my wife? Bastards? Are you calling the beloved children of Jett Adler bastards?” “Eh-what? Jett Adler? The most powerful man in the city? How is that even possible!”
LittleGoddess_ · 747.2K Views

Bell Abyss: The Corpse Falls Chronicle

Title: Abyssal Chimes Genre: Cosmic Folk Horror / Time-Bending Thriller *Synopsis:* In the fog-shrouded valley of Corpse Falls Town, where pagoda trees bleed and construction sites exhale the breath of the dead, antiques dealer Lin Moyu becomes entangled in a temporal curse older than the Ming Dynasty. When a smuggled Bronze Bell covered in corpse wax appears in his shop, its cursed chimes fracture reality, revealing three overlapping timelines: a 15th-century massacre of shaman priests, a modern archaeological expedition’s disappearance, and Lin’s own complicity in a catastrophic urban development project three years prior. As the Bell’s vibrations summon corpse soldiers from limestone caves and warp digital devices into occult artifacts, Lin discovers every victim’s skull sprouts bronze roots connecting to an underground Bone Pagoda. The town’s "residents" are revealed as echoic phantoms—their deaths endlessly reenacted through cursed objects: QR codes that rewrite memories, livestreams broadcast from decaying eyeballs, and concrete mixed with ground funerary coins. Key horrors unfold through fractal revelations: - The Bell’s Sanskrit inscriptions are quantum codes predicting Lin’s own autopsy report - Construction blueprints from 2021 contain hidden blood sacrifice diagrams - Missing archaeologists are found fused with Ming dynasty burial silks, their smartphones playing war drums from 1423 The cosmic truth emerges through temporal bleeding: Corpse Falls Town exists in a "wound" between timelines, sustained by an ouroboros of guilt. Every character is simultaneously victim and perpetrator across centuries—Lin’s father designed the dam that awakened ancient curses, while Lin himself becomes the Ming general who first ordered mass executions to silence the shamans. *Themes:* - Guilt as a self-replicating cosmic force - Technology as modern necromancy (5G towers as spirit poles, cloud storage as soul jars) - Archaeological colonialism’s cyclical violence *Closing Paradox:* In the fractal finale, Lin must let the Bell annihilate all timelines—including his own birth—to break the curse. Yet the final page reveals this manuscript itself is a cursed object, its words rearranging to implicate whoever reads it in the next cycle of atrocities. *Comp Titles:* - *Annihilation* meets *The Ring* in Guillermo del Toro’s *Pan’s Labyrinth* - *Dark (Netflix)* collides with Junji Ito’s *Uzumaki* - *The Southern Reach Trilogy* rewritten as Ming dynasty occult procedural Hook: Every technological artifact you use—from subway QR codes to wireless earbuds—becomes a gateway to ancestral horror in this narrative ouroboros where reading the book implicates you in its curse.
shancha03 · 131 Views

Rejected by Aether

In a world where Aether decides strength and destiny, humanity has been branded as "The Rejected"—a fragile species, struggling to survive in a land dominated by powerful Beasts and arrogant Greater Ones. For humans, every ounce of strength comes at an impossible cost, and only those who survive the perilous Awakening ritual can hope to harness the energy that shapes their world. Among the young initiates is Arun, a boy reborn with memories of a past life—a life in a modern, structured world that was lost to a catastrophic end. With a sharp mind, Arun has transformed his isolated tribe with inventions and ideas far beyond their understanding. Yet, when the strange dark-gray energy inside him begins to stir and the dangers outside the valley grow closer, he realizes that innovation alone won't protect his loved ones. Arun takes the risk of Awakening, stepping into a trial that could claim his life. What he gains, however, is far more than anyone could have imagined. As the violent energy of the Beast Core intertwines with the dark force within him, Arun discovers not only incredible power but also the ability to pierce the veil between worlds. The energy that sets him apart becomes a bridge, allowing him to traverse back and forth between the primitive, Aether-fueled present and the technological ruins of his past life. But the answers Arun seeks come with their own burdens. In his old world, he uncovers remnants of a lost civilization and the key to the catastrophe that ended it. In his new world, he must forge an empire to stand against Beasts, Greater Ones, and the hidden truths of Aether itself. As Arun's power grows, so does the mystery surrounding him. Why was humanity rejected by Aether? What is the origin of the strange energy shielding him? And, most importantly, is he the savior of humanity—or its most dangerous threat? Caught between two worlds, Arun sets out to defy fate, build a legacy, and uncover the secrets of existence itself. But as the threads of his destiny unravel, one thing becomes clear: the greatest battles are yet to come, and they will be fought not just with strength, but with the courage to challenge the impossible.
Ghost_D_writer_ · 3.8K Views

Sword Shatters the Firmament

In a valley brimming with spiritual energy, a young man named Lin Xuan was meditating in solitude. He had joined the Qingyun Sect at a young age. Though his talent was average, his perseverance never wavered. Every morning, he practiced Qi cultivation; every evening, he honed his swordsmanship—day after day, year after year. On this particular morning, Lin Xuan sat cross-legged atop a mountain peak when he suddenly sensed the spiritual energy within him stirring restlessly. Closing his eyes, he regulated his breath and focused his mind, only to discover a wisp of unusual energy in his dantian. This energy was unlike anything he had absorbed before, seemingly imbued with the boundless mysteries of heaven and earth. Overjoyed, Lin Xuan realized that the moment of his breakthrough had finally arrived. He immediately calmed his mind and circulated his cultivation technique, guiding the mysterious energy through his meridians. As it coursed through his body, he felt an immense surge of power. His cultivation level steadily ascended, and he entered an unprecedented mystical state, as if he had become one with the heavens and the earth. Suddenly, a thunderous roar echoed across the sky, and the spiritual energy in the air surged violently. Lin Xuan opened his eyes to witness a brilliant sword light streaking toward him from the horizon. His heart trembled—it was none other than the Qingyun Sect’s supreme treasure, the Zixiao Sword! The dazzling sword light hovered momentarily in the air before descending into his hands. The sword trembled gently, as if responding to his presence. Lin Xuan knew that this was the moment of the Qingyun Sect’s inheritance—and the true beginning of his journey on the path of immortality.
Daoistvx6YLh · 3.5K Views

The Rise of the Fallen Prodigy

In The world of The Rise of the Fallen Prodigy, martial arts rule and the strong rule. This is a grand world called Liberty Divine Land, which is divided into five capitals, 18 domains, and 23 domains, where countless martial arts practitioners strive to cultivate in pursuit of higher cultivation and power. However, in this world full of strong people, a once talented boy is in trouble. Liam, a former Silvermoon Valley prodigy, shocked his family by reaching level nine at the age of nine. However, an accident let him fall into the desperate loss of talent, five years to stagnate, become a waste in the family, suffered countless ridicule and neglect. However, Liam's heart never gave in, and he was confident that he could rise again and reclaim his rightful glory. In a chance chance, Liam awakens the mysterious ghost hidden in the family jade, Alistair. The old man, who was once the strongest of the generations, was trapped in the ancient jade by a shocking conspiracy. Liam's fortunes turn around when Alistair comes along. He teaches Liam a mysterious exercise called Eternal Sky Codex and promises to help him break through the bottleneck and return to the top. However, Liam's newfound talent faces new challenges. Power struggles in the family, competition from other geniuses, and hidden conspiracies test his resolve and wisdom. Under Alistair's guidance, Liam embarks on a grueling journey to not only improve his practice, but also learn to survive in a world where the law of the jungle rules. As the story progresses, Liam gradually uncovers the secrets behind his family and discovers the truth about his lost talent. Alistair's past is tied to the entire history of Liberty Divine Land. The relationship between the two men deepens through cultivation and adventure, and Liam's rise to the top is full of unknowns and dangers. The Rise of the Fallen Prodigy is a fantasy novel full of blood and adventure, which tells the story of a talented boy's rise and path of revenge. Here, you will see how a weak person grows into a strong person step by step in a world of strong people, how to face the challenge of fate, and how to find their own way in the struggle between family and power. This is not only a novel about cultivation, but also a story of growth, friendship and courage. If you want to see a protagonist Rise from The bottom, if you want to experience a fantasy world full of challenges and opportunities, then The Rise of the Fallen Prodigy is for you.
lincongjob · 12.2K Views

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In the past, there was a small cannon fodder who wholeheartedly dedicated herself to the medicinal path. Only after dying once did she learned that even if she was brilliant, she could only be an insignificant side character used to emphasize the female lead's limelight. Any relationship with the male lead and other supporting male characters would bring her bad luck. When going out to collect some medicinal herbs in Qingfeng Valley, she kindly rescued a male side character. The man woke up and saw the female lead and became eternally grateful to her instead. He thought that the monster that hurt him was brought by the small cannon fodder so she was punished. The cycle repeated and eventually everyone she saved blindly loved the righteous female lead. Ultimately she was killed by one of the men who was entangled with the female lead. ...... So after her rebirth, she began to firmly adhere to the principle of 'pay me first, then I'll cure you'. Male cannon fodders who love the female lead, charge them triple fee! Male side characters who ambiguously entangled with the female lead, charge them 10 times! Male lead, the most important one, charged him 100 times! She single heartedly insisted on using money to distance herself from those men and drew a clear boundary between them. But her ability was too high, that the male lead and side characters from all over the world always came to her for help... She finally became the richest person in cultivation world!
But · 13K Views

ERRIN THE OUTSIDER

Life can push you to the age of insanity,.A brief glimpse into Errin’s Journey and The Forgotten Valley. Errin, a man of unknown origins, stumbles upon The Forgotten Valley, a place of profound mystery, where time moves differently, and reality bends like a dream. Drawn in by its untouched beauty and the simple life it offers, he soon finds himself entwined with its people, its customs, and a woman who binds him to the valley in ways he never anticipated. As he fathers children, his role transforms from an outsider to an integral part of the valley’s hidden truths. But The Forgotten Valley is not just a place—it is an enigma. A world that exists between existence and illusion, where time can stretch a century into a fortnight. Errin lives through lifetimes, experiencing the joys of family, the serenity of nature, and the burden of questions that have no answers. His children grow into extraordinary beings, drawn into powerful sects beyond the valley, where cultivation, trials, and the fate of entire bloodlines are decided by strength. Yet, a lingering uncertainty remains. Is The Forgotten Valley a sanctuary or a prison? Is his life there real, or merely a fleeting dream? When he finally leaves the valley, time reveals its cruel hand—only twelve years have passed in the outside world, while he has lived for over a century within (144year). Doubt consumes him. Was it all an illusion? As he nears the end of his life, longing for the valley but unable to return, he entrusts the journey to his sons. Three set out, but only one succeeds. That son finds the valley changed—vast, filled with countless souls living in quiet harmony. His experience mirrors but does not replicate his father’s. And in the end, when Errin dies, he wakes once more… Was The Forgotten Valley real, or was it simply a dream too vivid to forget? Is life real, a dream or a mirror of domething else? join me and lets walk the journey of ERRIN the outsider
DaoistYddFra · 416 Views

My Fury System: bringing chaos to the world

Zhao feng,an eighteen years old student from earth transmigrated into the body of a lazy young master of red moon continent,a cultivation realm ,where the strong dominate and the weak gets trampled upon, upon arriving,he got the 'Fury System' after his cute vixen sister got angry at him. Zhao feng initially wanted to enjoy a prodigal and carefree life after knowing how powerful his father was, until he had a taste of strength that the system gave him,he only had to make people angry to get fury points and raise his realm indefinitely. Since then, Zhao feng has made his life goals 'To make people furious " He encountered great difficulties and tribulations on his journey to immortality,alongside his shameless minions, since he never targets those weaker than him, it's always those whose strength is far above his, those that can kill him in a wave of their hands, but as fate will have it,they overcome all disasters. Zhao Feng stood tall, his eyes blazing with defiance as he faced the formidable warrior, Jin Tian. Jin Tian's face twisted in rage, his massive fists clenched, ready to strike. "You're just a foolish mortal, Jin Tian," Zhao Feng sneered, his voice dripping with disdain. "Your strength is nothing but a joke. You're just a brute, relying on your physical prowess to intimidate others." "Fury +5000" Jin Tian's face turned beet red, his eyes bulging with fury. "You dare to insult me?! I'll crush you!" Zhao Feng chuckled, his eyes gleaming with amusement. "Oh, I'm shaking in my boots." In a crowded tavern, Zhao Feng sat at a table, sipping a mug of ale. Across from him, the stunning beauty, Ling'er, glared at him, her face pale with anger. "You're nothing but a shameless dog, Zhao Feng," Ling'er spat, her voice venomous. "You think you're clever, but you're just a coward, using your words to hurt others." Zhao Feng grinned, his eyes sparkling with mischief. "Ah, Ling'er, you're so beautiful when you're angry. But let's be real, you're not exactly the sharpest tool in the shed, are you?" "Fury +3000" Ling'er's face turned scarlet, her eyes flashing with rage. "How dare you!" Zhao Feng chuckled, his voice dripping with sarcasm. "Oh, I'm so sorry. I forgot that beauty and brains don't always go hand in hand." "Fury +5000" Zhao Feng stood at the edge of a cliff, gazing out at the breathtaking landscape below. A faint smile played on his lips as he reflected on his journey so far. "Ah, the Fury System," he whispered, his eyes gleaming with gratitude. "You've really helped me, haven't you? I've grown stronger, smarter, and more ruthless." He chuckled, his voice carrying on the wind. "And I've brought chaos to this world, haven't I? The strong are trembling, and the weak are cowering." Zhao Feng's smile widened, his eyes sparkling with mischief. "But that's what makes life interesting, doesn't it? The uncertainty, the danger, the thrill of the unknown." He raised his hands, embracing the wind, the sun, and the world below. "Bring it on, world. I'm ready for whatever you throw my way." As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting the world in a warm, golden light, Zhao Feng's laughter echoed through the valleys, a haunting melody that sent shivers down the spines of those who heard it. May I ask you to follow Zhao feng in his journey of standing against the heavens,crossing mountains of corpses and rivers of bloods to get to his destination. Deities and immortal beings became his stepping stone to the greater DAO . Oh,he didn't forget one important thing..... making his enemies puke blood in Fury.
PURITY_2443 · 7.6K Views

ETERNAL CULTIVATION: THE IMMORTAL WITHIN THE SHADOWS

Born into a humble farming family in the remote Crescent Valley, Zhen Tianxu was destined for an unremarkable life—until fate handed him a relic that would alter the course of generations. At the tender age of six, Tianxu discovered the **Rejuvenation Sutra**, an ancient and enigmatic cultivation technique dismissed as worthless by all who knew of it. Yet, driven by an unyielding will and quiet determination, Tianxu dedicated his life to mastering this mysterious art. While his siblings rose to prominence as martial prodigies, protecting the family from external threats, Tianxu remained an enigma—obsessively cultivating in solitude, seemingly detached from the world. Shunned by the village and misunderstood by even his loved ones, he persisted, pushing his body and soul to their limits. Decades passed, then centuries, and Tianxu's tireless efforts bore fruit beyond anyone's imagination. The Rejuvenation Sutra granted him not only unparalleled strength but also an unnaturally long lifespan, allowing him to witness his family’s rise from humble farmers to the most powerful martial clan in the world. Yet, while his name remained hidden, his influence shaped the Zhen family’s destiny. In a world ruled by power, ambition, and intrigue, Tianxu’s reputation grew as a mysterious and invincible protector, his face unknown to all but his family. As rival clans and empires sought to uncover the source of the Zhen family's strength, Tianxu's isolation became both his greatest weapon and his deepest burden. **"Eternal Cultivation: The Immortal Within the Shadows"** is a tale of relentless perseverance, unbreakable familial bonds, and the quiet ascension of a man who achieves immortality—not through glory or conquest, but through unwavering dedication. Spanning generations and delving into the lives of his descendants, this epic slow-burn cultivation novel explores the boundless potential of the human spirit and the mysteries of an endless journey.
fratco · 2.8K Views

The Celestial Seal

In the secluded village of Baiyun, nestled amidst misty valleys and towering cliffs, a young boy named Li Wei witnesses a celestial event that changes his life forever. A falling star, unlike any he has seen before, crashes beyond the eastern hills, its golden light pulsing with an otherworldly energy. Drawn by an inexplicable force, Li Wei, accompanied by his sharp-witted friend Mei Ling, ventures into the forest to uncover the star's secrets. What they find is a massive crater housing a mysterious golden orb, which seems to call out to Li Wei. As Li Wei touches the orb, he is engulfed in visions of a crumbling celestial seal, imprisoned demon kings, and a destiny he cannot yet comprehend. The orb bestows upon him a celestial mark, a sigil that pulses with latent power, marking him as the chosen one. But this power comes at a cost. The seal's awakening has drawn the attention of dark forces, including a fearsome Duskfang beast and enigmatic strangers clad in dark robes, who bear the same sigil as Li Wei. Elder Wen, the village priest, reveals the truth: the falling star was a fragment of the Celestial Seal, an ancient artifact that maintains the balance between heaven and earth. Li Wei is now bound to the seal, destined to either restore it or witness the unleashing of the Eight Demon Kings upon the world. As the village is infiltrated by the mysterious Watchers, who seek the seal's power, Li Wei realizes that his quiet life is over. With the weight of destiny on his shoulders and the threat of dark forces closing in, Li Wei must navigate a world of ancient prophecies, celestial power, and looming danger. The seal is breaking, the guardians have fallen, and the fate of the heavens now rests in the hands of a boy from a humble village. The journey ahead is fraught with peril, but Li Wei knows one thing for certain: this is only the beginning.
Salex3 · 5.7K Views
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