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“Where was Tuedon Akenzua when my people needed him?” Those were the bitter words spoken by the same man who, though it was beyond his control, unleashed a power that wiped out his entire village. Now branded a monster, Akenzua is hunted by the Madarikans, local enforcers sworn to protect humanity. Forced into hiding, he is eventually cornered into joining one of the divine families, those who would kill him instantly if they knew the truth. In a world plagued by Fallen creatures, Akenzua’s battle isn’t just against monsters. He’s fighting against his true nature. To survive, he must keep his power and the terrifying secret behind it, hidden from the very people he now fights beside.

In her previous life, Yvonne Taylor died with hatred. Her stepsister burned her face with sulfuric acid, and her father was brutally murdered by her stepmother. Even Zachary Leinster, her father's best friend and the man who loved her the most, died trying to save her. Yvonne is miraculously reborn and begins her revenge. When she comes back, she is no longer the playful girl everyone knew. In order to take revenge, she applies for a prestigious school, majors in business, caters for her stepmother, and even... marries Zachary Leinster, her father's business competitor and ten years her senior.

A haunted river. A grieving town. A detective running out of time. When the peaceful riverside town of Ọ̀yán is shaken by a string of mysterious drownings, Detective Kareem is assigned the one case no one wants. Each victim dies with the same haunting last word: “Ẹ̀nítàn.” What begins as a local investigation soon unravels a buried legend—of a betrayed river spirit, a sacred curse, and ancestral silence that demands to be broken. As Kareem digs deeper, the river begins to whisper his name too. Whispers by the River is a supernatural mystery inspired by African spirituality, where truth is hidden beneath water, and justice comes with a price.

A U.S. A Jeff Akiyama is temporarily assigned to L State for a major criminal case. He immediately clashes with Roy Blackwell, the local Police SAC of Investigations, over their contrasting methods. A chance encounter at a bar reveals their mutual attraction, with Roy pursuing Jeff despite Jeff's initial reluctance. Unbeknownst to Roy, Jeff's assignment is a cover; he's secretly investigating a dangerous cold case from a decade ago. As Jeff's clandestine activities lead him into peril, Roy grows suspicious. When the full truth emerges, Roy and Jeff find themselves entangled in an unprecedented danger, their love now intertwined with a deadly secret……

Fyrel, a 20-year-old NEET content with his stagnant life of gaming and anime, stumbles upon a glitch in a fantasy RPG—one that drags him into the very world he once ignored. When he awakens in a village straight out of the game, he’s no longer the overpowered player but a ragged, powerless NPC. With no skills or allies. The local elder Sukatsu just crowned him the Sleeping Prophet—a title that comes with a face-melting mask and a cult following. But the real question? Can a lazy NEET out-snark the gods? ---

Irene Hartley, una joven que a su corta edad ha perdido casi por completo la esperanza en el amor, hasta que un día, por pura casualidad o destino, descubre una llamativa obra en una exposición de arte local, lo que la lleva a encontrarse con Elian, el joven artista detrás de esa hermosa creación. Aunque el encuentro fue leve, se convirtió en una huella imborrable en la vida de ambos, llevándolos a descubrir nuevas facetas y experiencias que nunca habían imaginado. ¿Serán capaces de enfrentar sus miedos para construir algo real juntos?

Enzo Moretti lives for football. A high school striker with raw talent and relentless drive, he pours everything into leading his team to glory. But when Volt High crashes out of the semi-finals—despite his heroic two-goal performance—Enzo is left questioning everything. He was the only one who believed. The only one who fought like it mattered. Crushed by the loss and isolated by the complacency of his teammates, Enzo returns home ready to bury his dreams… until a mysterious letter arrives. No postage. No explanation. Just an invitation from a secretive organization known only as the STRIKE Initiative. Their mission? To forge the deadliest strikers the world has ever seen. Thrust into an unforgiving world of elite competitors, brutal training, and shadowy mentors, Enzo must confront his limits, his demons, and the question that haunts him most: does he have what it takes to rise—not just as a player, but as a legend? Strike is a high-octane coming-of-age sports thriller about passion, perseverance, and the price of greatness. For fans of Blue Lock, Haikyuu!!,and Goal!, this is the beginning of a journey that turns dreams into weapons—and strikers into monsters. ---

"Welcome to the Intergration of your planet. All sapient species will be introduced to a trial to strengthen and increase guarantee of survival of your universe's local life." Words processed through everyone in a way that shoved into their skulls like an unwanted intrusive thought that nothing could shove away. No matter the disability or capability all understood those words but didn't understand the meaning.

Logan Mercer, an orphan barely surviving on his own, awakened the Spending System as a child. But as a broke teenager struggling to even pay his rent, how could he possibly use it? Bullied by his classmates and cast aside by society, Logan’s life changed the day he was suddenly surrounded by men in black suits. “Your father has been missing for over a year. As per his will, you are to inherit all his assets,” they said. To his shock, Logan learns that he was the sole heir of the Mercer family fortune — and with it came control of major businesses, unimaginable wealth... and the constant threat of his father’s competitors. “System, redeem one billion dollars,” Logan said. [Redeeming One Billion USD...] [Congratulations! Your E-rank fire affinity has evolved into SSS-rank Phoenix Flame Affinity!] Now blessed with talent and wealth, all that's left is training relentlessly, growing his core, and unlocking even more different affinities within it. Follow along as Logan uses wealth and determination to rewrite his fate and grow stronger than anyone ever imagined.

In a fractured multiverse where worlds collide and vanish, a mysterious and deadly game unfolds. Players from across realms—heroes, outcasts, and those lost to time—are summoned to compete in a brutal trial of survival. Each level of the labyrinth challenges their strength, cunning, and morality, pushing them ever closer to a dark unknown. At the heart of this cruel contest lies a secret: the labyrinth’s true purpose is far beyond the players’ comprehension. With each victory, the stakes rise, revealing layers of treachery, forgotten histories, and runes that bind the fates of the competitors in ways they can't begin to understand. As alliances form and break, and the game’s true architect lurks just out of reach, players must confront their deepest fears—and uncover the truth behind the labyrinth’s creation before it consumes them all. In this unforgiving world, there are no easy answers, and the path to victory is a descent into madness.

The book follows Mia, an introverted art enthusiast, who attends the opening night of a local artist at a gallery. There, she meets Alex, an aspiring photographer, and they share an instant connection as they discuss art. Their conversation flows effortlessly, and Mia feels drawn to him. However, just as they are about to exchange numbers, a chaotic scene interrupts their moment, and Alex leaves abruptly, hinting at unfinished business. As Mia reflects on their encounter, she senses that this meeting is just the beginning of something significant. The story delves into the challenges of their budding romance, exploring themes of trust, secrets, and the unexpected dangers that may arise as their relationship develops. It sets the stage for a passionate journey filled with emotional highs and lows, leading Mia to question what she truly knows about Alex and the nature of their connection.

The first tremor struck softly—just a mere whisper—beneath the streets of New Orleans. The rings of an empty glass registering a distortion, a muted vibration not yet perceptible to the human ear. It began at 3:17 p.m. local time. In that moment, no one noticed. How this small moment, killed Earth entirely.

Madeline Rose had only ever worked in her father's local blacksmith shop and occasionally helped her mother at the farm. Her skin had become tanned from the hot sun, but despite all of this, she did not complain. Even though she didn't come from a wealthy home, she was content. However, her life turned upside down when she stumbled upon a darkness that refused to leave her alone. There was him, a man cloaked in mystery and malice, a presence that sent chills down her spine. His eyes, shrouded in shadows, held a depth of darkness that seemed to swallow the light around him. When their paths crossed, Madeline felt a cold dread wash over her, as if she had invited a malevolent force into her world.

The Huaxia Continent is a land of great abundance, inhabited primarily by the Han people. Three hundred years ago, the continent was unified under a single dynasty. However, due to later oppressive taxation and exploitation, that dynasty eventually collapsed, plunging the land into an era of warlords and divided power. In this chaotic environment, the status of martial arts experts rose to unprecedented heights. The major sects and noble families that trained these martial artists became powerful local forces, each dominating their own region. The product of the alliance of these powerful factions the Martial Alliance became the largest organization in the martial world. In the eyes of the people, the leader of the Martial Alliance held even greater prestige than the rulers of the divided territories. Wuxia, Adult, Harem, Mature, Dark, Drama, Incest, NTR, Netorare, NTL, Netori, Romance, Threesome, Orgy, R18, Smut, Action, Adventure

In the distant and mysterious interstellar world, ancient civilizations have faded like a dying candle in the wind, with shattered ruins and lost traditions lingering only in vague historical records. In this era, Dream Forgers, with their powerful mental abilities, construct dreams and engage in fierce battles with dream beasts, becoming revered figures. They are the spiritual backbone of the interstellar world, weaving dreams that connect people to the distant echoes of past civilizations. Lily, a graduate student in dream studies from Earth, found her fate dramatically altered in an unexpected twist. She was transported into the world of an interstellar romance novel, only to become the tragic side character. Despite possessing mental power, her lack of imagination became her fatal flaw in her quest to become a Dream Forger. During the Dream Forger assessment battle, other competitors showcased incredible creativity, with dreams filled with dazzling starlight and wild beasts galloping through fantastical landscapes. However, Lily could only struggle within the confines of her own mind, ultimately being eliminated for her inability to craft dreams. But the story did not end there. After her elimination, Lily did not succumb to despair; instead, she awakened in the face of adversity. As the curtain rose on the interstellar dream streaming battle, a legendary journey that would the entire interstellar world began. During the Beast Summoning Exam, while other competitors summoned common interstellar pets to engage in standard battles with dream beasts, Lily closed her eyes and took a deep breath. In an instant, a gigantic flying beast appeared out of nowhere, casting a shadow that seemed to cover the entire sky. With its wings spread wide, it looked as though it could tear the universe apart, and with each beat, the winds and clouds shifted. The interstellar audience was left speechless, their gasps of amazement echoing through the air. Lily smiled gently, silently reciting an ancient verse: "The great roc rises with the wind, soaring to ninety thousand miles in a single day." Then, in the vast sea of stars, the mythical creatures Xuanwu and Tengshe emerged, their massive forms churning the waters as if telling the tales of ancient myths. Amidst the swirling clouds, the Azure Dragon weaved through them, sometimes summoning rain and clouds, nourishing the mysterious dream world. And upon an ancient phoenix tree, a phoenix sang loudly, surrounded by fierce flames, its rebirth through fire a magnificent sight that left all who watched in awe. The interstellar people had never witnessed such a strange and culturally rich dreamscape. For a moment, the entire interstellar network erupted in a frenzy of excitement.

Meet Hana, a not-so young clumsy housewife, who got lost in a different world when she stepped out for a short grocery shopping session. How can this aunty survive without skills or even a 'golden finger'? What actually can a housewife do besides cooking and cleaning? There's nobody around at all, so she can't even scheme. Is she destined to die in a foreign place full of trees as a side character? Or will she step up and find her own 'edge' in order to survive? Follow her colorful (cooking?) journey and her struggles to carve up a humble abode (sojourn) which she could call her own while awaiting for the beloved of her life to rescue her from her nightmarish predicament. Will her beloved even be able to rescue her? Will she obtain benefits and unimaginable wonders as she struggles day to day to survive? Will she one day obtain super powers as a transmigrator should? Let us wait and see while rooting for this bumbling yet lovable housewife ASTHW map: https://www.patreon.com/posts/asthw-asthw-map-23601459 Chapter update schedule: 1 chapter/2 weeks, on Mondays, 0900 GMT+8 (2nd and 4th week of each month) Note from Authors: Hi, Mr and Mrs Mooncat here. Our work is quite different with distinct local flavors as it is based on our ancestral home in a small Asian country, Malaysia (although currently, we're residing on the moon). Hence, expect a lot of footnotes, local food, places, and slangs within ;) Subscribers can access: 1. Advanced chapters 2. Images from locked chapters (start from Jan 2024) 3. Auxiliary support post explaining about the chapters in more detail 4. Sporadic locked side stories If you like our work, do write a review, rate, comment, and like for us! Enjoy! :) Follow us in Scribblehub to get first-hand news! Mr and Mrs Mooncat Azlan Shah and Nadia Ong mrandmrsmooncat@gmail.com Instagram: mrs.mooncat

The ancient medieval castle of Leatherwood is, without a doubt, the greatest tourist attraction of the small town that shares its name. Of course, it’s also its greatest source of terror. For generations, the local population has learned to live with its looming silhouette, pretending the whispers, the disappearances, and the strange creatures it attracts mean nothing. No one has ever managed to tear it down. No one dares to enter more than once. Fortunately, visitors don’t believe in legends... Book your visit today! And enjoy this unforgettable experience and the incredible opportunity to uncover all the answers to your questions about the vast and mysterious history of Leatherwood such as... Did the castle ever have a basement?

Natsumi Hanaoka es una dulce y estudiosa chica de 21 años de edad que a pasado la mayor parte de su vida con la cabeza metida en libros , su vida de un giro de 360 grados cuando una noche escucha cantar a un chico extrangero un par de canciones desgarradoras en un bar local y desde ese encuentro sus destinos quedan entrelazados , un alma en busca de salvacion y un pasado horrorso acompañan esta dramatica y hermosa historia de amor :)

In a world where a secret website promises wealth and power to those who carry out lethal missions, a group of young people are recruited, unaware that they are being used by organizations like the FBI and Interpol, and even others we haven't even met yet. When the local police, unaware of the conspiracy, arrest the protagonist, his friends betray him to save themselves. While they reap their rewards with the secret card, he is left as the sole culprit in a massacre of millionaires. Denied by those he considered brothers, the protagonist is sentenced to death. But all is not lost... what he knows could bring down the system... if he survives long enough to reveal it.

In a world where a secret website promises wealth and power to those who carry out lethal missions, a group of young people are recruited, unaware that they are being used by organizations like the FBI and Interpol, and even others we haven't even met yet. When the local police, unaware of the conspiracy, arrest the protagonist, his friends betray him to save themselves. While they reap their rewards with the secret card, he is left as the sole culprit in a massacre of millionaires. Denied by those he considered brothers, the protagonist is sentenced to death. But all is not lost... what he knows could bring down the system... if he survives long enough to reveal it.

In the mystical land of Ubella, a young man named Sion, descended from a demon lineage, reflects on the dark history of his people—born from hell, conquerors of ancient humans. After reading an old tale under a tree, Sion returns to his humble village where he is recognized as a fighter in the Pits. Despite the village’s poverty, warmth and community shine through, especially in his touching exchange with Madam Umbra, the local baker, who warns him of an unknown approaching danger. A mysterious and flirtatious moment follows with her son, Sir Umbra, who invites Sion to a secret meeting under the moon, hinting at deeper revelations to come.

Masatoshi Kazuta, a boy often seen as the "NPC" of his high school, finds solace in novels to escape his mundane life. His world changes when his favorite local bookstore unexpectedly closes, leaving him feeling lost. Before the store shuts down, the owner gifts Kazuta an ornate journal featuring srange instructions. Upon following the instructions of the journal at home, Kazuta is astonished to be transmigrated into a Victorian-era world as William Lidford Lias, a Solarian spy. Though set in the 1700's, this world is technologically advanced, especially in the field of warfare. With supernatural abilities and much more, follow Kazuta as he adapts to his new life as a spy in a foreign world, while also achieving cool powers that he thought only existed in fiction!

Gruesome murders haunt the quiet town of Farmington. Faces ripped off. Families slaughtered. Locals whisper one word: Skinwalkers—monsters that wear the skin of the dead. Luis, a lonely young man, stumbles upon an injured white dog and decides to adopt it, unaware of what he’s inviting into his home. But this is no ordinary dog. It heals too fast. It watches too closely. And sometimes... it craves blood. Is Luis in danger—or is he part of something bigger? Who is the real monster? Read Feeling Human to uncover the truth.

Being adored by one's parents and hoping to achieve something that could bring them happiness, a child sacrificed their carefree personality and chose the path of books and knowledge at an early age. Without looking back to see how those they thought were their parents were, in truth, only pushing them from behind. Esme, a prodigy from an early age, excelled in everything, unlike her sister, who, though adored by both parents, always lagged behind. Finally, after saving the company from debts and restoring it to its former glory, Esme looked back at her parents in hope of recognition but... "You are not even my daughter, you pathetic fool." "Hehe, Sister, how about I take your fiancé?" "Um, you see, Esme, I love your sister." "Tch, insect, how dare you reject checks whenever I, your mother, asked for money!" Those words lingered in Esme's mind before she lost consciousness and woke up inside a prison. "What are you doing here, Aron?" Esme looked at a handsome young man seated in a wheelchair, gazing at her with amusement. He was her sole business competitor, and now, he was visiting her in prison. "Nothing, just came here for a proposal, Miss Esme..." Let's see what awaits the journey of an heiress who was wrongly accused of being fake, betrayed by her fiancé, and had to seek support from her business rivals.

Jim is a healthy youth who has just graduated from the ordinary local university in his city. With his degree in his hand, he started searching for jobs in the city. Even though his tries to get job were mostly met with rejections he never lost hope and always maintained positive attitude towards life. One morning he was getting ready for an interview in the local company who were hiring freshers, he felt someone hit him on his head before losing consciousness, what he didn't know then was all the people in the world also lost consciousness simultaneously within seconds. When Jim reopened his eyes again, he was sleeping on a hard iron bed fixed to the floor. The room he was in was 10 sq meters built like an iron cage with no windows but just a door on the other side of the room. Just opposite to the bed there was an iron table with multiple drawers which was also welded to the floor making the already cramped room narrower for walking. Jim wobbly woke up from the bed and tried opening the door and found it was locked, and he couldn't open it. Apprehensive about the circumstances he began shouting with fright so someone could hear his voice and open the door for him, but he didn't get any reply. After shouting for an hour, he got tired and sat on the sliding chair fixed to the table next to the bed. Only now he saw a laptop present on the table which was also embedded in it. As soon as he opened the laptop it started immediately, and words started appearing on it. Find out what did Jim see on the screen and his journey

After graduation, Krishna Roy chose a risky path: becoming a writer. Under the pen name K. Dharma, his short stories gained a small but loyal following. But passion doesn’t always pay rent. With his bank balance shrinking, salvation arrives in the form of his eccentric college friend—now a local councillor—who offers him a tutoring gig. Sounds simple enough. Until he finds out that his first student is a foreigner. A VIP foreigner. Who doesn’t speak the local language. Caught between cultural confusion, awkward conversations, and his own career struggles, Krishna’s quiet life is about to turn upside down. Dive into a heartwarming and hilarious tale of everyday chaos, unexpected bonds, and the misadventures of a broke writer who really didn’t sign up for this.

Velu was reborn as Velu Singh, a small landowner in a county town in Bihar, India in 2000. The comfortable life that should have been smooth sailing was broken by the Brahmin family in the county town. Velu had no choice but to be forced step by step to make his "Holy Temple" insurance company gradually great! "Hello, because your company did not buy fire insurance, it is very likely to catch fire at twelve o'clock tonight..." "Hello, because your family did not buy personal safety insurance, we suggest you sleep with your eyes open at night." Velu thought he was bad enough, but he did not expect that in this outrageous country, his behavior would be loved. "Sir Velu, the number of people in your company has exceeded 10 million! What on earth do you want to do!" "Leader Velu, our territory has exceeded one million square kilometers! The people in the territory hope that you will become the king of kings." Velu spreads the world.

jungles and forgotten ruins, the air carried whispers of secrets too dark to unearth. The locals spoke of the Crimson Moon—a rare lunar event said to awaken ancient forces. Most dismissed it as folklore, but for Luis, Miguel, Santos, and Nica, the truth would unravel in blood and betrayal.

In a chilling realm ruled by a formidable entity known as the 'system,' 500 players are thrust into harrowing rounds of terror. Each round tests their wits and will to survive, as they navigate grotesque horrors that lurk at every corner. In this merciless environment, death only results in their vacant spot being filled by a new victim. One day, for the first time in history, a new player slot became available: 501. ---- The brilliant detective Amphi Dementyev is sipping coffee when he unexpectedly finds himself in a survival game as player 501. Each challenge demanded not just his sharp wit and deductive reasoning, but also an unwavering determination to ascend through the ranks of competitors if he ever hoped to escape the sinister entrapment of the system. Frustratingly, the top-ranked player appears to be constantly trailing him. Even worse, the residence he chose to stay in after the rounds—the cheapest mansion he could find—has strange tenants determined to make his life difficult. A cunning scammer who seems to relish in provoking him at every chance, a sinister demon that lurks in the shadows, reappearing relentlessly. A small figure who continuously shifts between different identities and genders. A troubled drug addict whose air of mystery suggests she possesses deeper secrets than she cares to share — And these are just a few. How will Amphi manage to survive and make an escape while safeguarding his two beloved ducklings—I MEAN--Comrades... Story is also posted on RoyalRoad.com, wattpad, inkett, AO3, etc.

"Don't mention, you don't look like a local; where are you from?" He asked. "You don't have to tell me," he said hurriedly, noting my enquiring eyes. "Not really; I am just passing through," I said warily. "To the vampires land?" He asked. I was taken aback by his bluntness and looked around to make sure no one was listening in. He observed my motions and burst out laughing, as if I had done something hilarious. "You're definitely not a local," he added, still giggling. "Why did you say so?" I am completely bewildered at this point. "Locals already know that this is the meeting place for different races, and judging by your reaction towards my question, you don't know this." I was astounded by this because how could everything alter so dramatically after three years? I took a deep breath again. 'I'm taking more breath than usual today,' I thought as I exhaled. "Yeah, I'm passing through to the vampire land," I responded, still wary of this individual. "Your room is ready," the middle-aged man announced. The man grinned as he saw my bewildered expression and wondered when he'd tell me my room number and give me the keys. "Follow that young man by the stairs; he will take you to your room," he said, pointing to the plainly clothed man near the stairs. "How can I repay you for the gold coins?" I turned to ask after taking a few steps towards the stairs. "Your name would be nice," he remarked, smiling. "Aurora, my name is Aurora," I said, smiling slightly. "Aurora… it doesn't suit you; I'll call you Emerald. That suits you better," he replied, walking away. I was left stunned as I saw him withdraw back. He was joking, right?