Lead The Competition

Mu An has traveled to a world composed of multiple urban fantasy novels. Despite having top-notch looks, immense wealth, and great power, he is destined to become a stepping stone for numerous protagonists to show off and ultimately end up in a situation where his family is destroyed and he is left with nothing. Fortunately, the Great Villain System has successfully loaded; as long as he causes emotional fluctuations in the female lead, he can earn countless rewards, including insights into future plot developments! Protagonists: Damn it! How could he know our next move every time? Is there a traitor among us!? Mu An, however, smiles slightly. Sorry, but as a villain, I am a professional! ................................................................. Disclaimer: All rights to the original content belong to their respective creators. For advance chapters: p@treon.com/ShinningNovelTranslations (replace @ with a) Translated Original Name: 反派：我在女主身边捡奖励 Author: 蓝凉

After dying in the apocalypse, Su Jin was given a second chance as she was reborn into her former self just one month before the beginning of the end. Knowing that the world was about to fall apart, she started stockpiling everything she could. Her family started to think that she had gone crazy after her marriage and was ready to gang up to ruin the trashy husband. However, as the world suddenly changed around them, their air tickets and money were rendered useless and they now understood just how much foresight their beloved Su Jin had this whole time. As they continued to fight for survival, Su Jin's husband scoured the city with several better-looking team members. One of them groaned while trudging ahead, This is the 212th time we've lost our way since the team leader began his search for his wife...

Rise Lee, a well-known A-rank esper in the federation. He was even ranked as one of the strongest among the A-ranks and recognized as one of the hopes for humanity.  However, he wasn't only famous because of his prowess or his attractive appearance; Rise was more infamous because of his terrible personality. He was called a villain by most guides and espers for a reason. And who would guess that Rise Lee was really a villain, in a literal sense?  The terrible truth then unfolded to him.  He, Rise Lee, is one of the main villains of the novel.  Rise Lee spat out a mouthful of curses and swore that if he had a second chance, he would mess up this damn novel until everyone went down with him. If the author was in front of him, he too would be destroyed with him!  And a second chance did come! Rise Lee, the villain, woke up five years before the main storyline! Heh.  So what if he was a villain destined to die? That protagonist who killed him, and the author... He would screw them over.  Being a villain, be damned. In this rebirth, he would take and mess up everything.  What did you say? The protagonist’s love life? Heh. That too. Rise would take his lover. The male lead... will be his.  - - #Guideverse #guide #espers #bl #r18 #rebirth

The Bootlicking Antagonist Wants to Survive, but Female Lead refuses to follow the plot One car accident and I’m transported into a city power fantasy as the villain. As long as I survive until the grand finale, I can return to the real world with hefty rewards. But! These stunning beauties don’t go to serve as the protagonist’s harem, they surround me every day. Are they not satisfied with how slowly I’m dying? Stop wearing stockings, stop wearing uniforms, what’s with all of you trying to seduce me? To find Long Aotian! Since destiny is in my hands, I might as well challenge the protagonist directly! Who’s the protagonist, damn it, who knows! My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jodex7

Hi some of yall might recognize the cover, this is the redo of my old novel that I decided to stopped writing, I felt horrible for months after disappearing. Now I decided to continue and finish it. I hope my old readers come and find this book again. Below is the synopsis. A story of a boy name Vesper Nine who lives in a magical medieval world, dreaming of becoming a dragon knight to protect the land of Astafel from abyssal creatures and wicked dragons but after awakening his true power, the reality between worlds began to collapse. What kind of power does this boy hold to be able to bring such chaos?

A 24-year-old woman traveled to the novel world due to a plane crash. She takes over the body of a cannon fodder who bears the same name as her. She traveled to a time when everything was scarce. The moment she opened her eyes, she was told that in two months, she would marry a lame man. Flustered girl : "Why didn't anyone tell me that my fiancé is so good-looking?" Proud fiancé : "Baby, I'm glad you like my face and body. Shall I warm your bed now?" Confused girl : "Didn't they say you are a cripple? How can you move so vigorously?" Vigorous husband : "Where did you hear such rumors? It seems that I need to prove myself to you." Shy girl : "So shameless..."

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As I found myself thrust into this bewildering situation, I couldn't help but wonder if fate had a strange sense of humor. Here I was, once the top A-rank agent, now trapped in the role of a notorious villainess in a reverse harem novel. But why did it had to be the villainess? Well, I don't care! But now that I'm here, I'll enjoy my life to the fullest that I couldn't before. Plus, my family is real rich. Though an issue soon occurred. The female lead keeps sticking to me! I tried to get rid of her by distancing myself since I don't want to end up in the chaos like in the novel… But the female lead is just so adorable!! What would happen if the once fearsome antagonist was now trying to protect the very person she once tormented?  "Sabiiiii!" Ann's voice chimed, her eyes sparkling with innocence. It was hard to resist her charm, and I found myself softening despite my initial intentions. And it seems the so-called main suitors are suffering from collective amnesia. They flocked to me, oblivious to the fact that Anne was the true focus of their affections. "Stay Away! I will not give you my lovely Ann," I declared, my frustration mounting. "Who said I wanted her?" The chaos continued with the supposed fiancé as well, who seemed convinced that our engagement was set in stone, "You are my soon-to-be fiancée! Please compose yourself"  "I refuse to get engaged to you and to compose, whatever that is". "Don't you think you're quite rude to your soon-to-be Fiancé?"  "I'm not rude, you're too nice! And I told you I'm not getting engaged to you" "Thank you, my Lady"  "…Are you dumb?!!!" What in the world of strawberries was going on indeed? It was a baffling and comical twist of fate. But as the days passed, I found myself navigating this bizarre world with a newfound determination. If I was going to be stuck in this story, I might as well do it my way. And who knows, maybe I could turn this chaotic tale into something truly extraordinary.

Adeline didn't expect she would transmigrate into the trashy novel she read years ago. The plot was so cliched that she couldn't bring herself to finish it. Years later, she found that very book on her bed, the page was open to the villainess' execution and before she knew it she found herself in the very novel she hated. The evil villainess who couldn't stand her two childhood friends become completely enamoured by the female lead, she decided to take care of the matter herself and thus became the public enemy. She now became the villainess of the story! "I do not accept this!" Adeline yelled at the top of her lungs. "I will change the plot." The Crown Prince she rejected won't leave her alone. The cold Northern Duke clung to her and wouldn't let go. The Arch Mage wants to abandon his duties and serve as her personal knight, and the Head Priest is obsessed with her! The Male leads she wished to avoid won't leave her alone! ---------------------------------------------------------------- Obsessive male lead- check. Funny but strong female lead- check. Amazing family- check. Annoying Goddess- also check.

things you see on tv, and dream about is things you should hide from now, they are real

'Villain... I always wanted to believe I could become one.' That was my wish, and as fate would have it, my desire was granted. I became the most notorious villain of the novel. Now, I could do whatever I wanted. The first order of business was dealing with the Female Lead, who could become quite the problem for me in the future. “Sell your daughter to me.” “What do you mean all of a sudden…?” “I will give you fifty gold.” “F-fifty…!” "Is that not enough? Very well, I will give you one hundred gold.” “…!!” “Let me make this clear once more,” I stated as if it were a final notice, as if it were her last chance. “Sell your daughter to me.” And so, the deal was concluded. ...Just like that, I brought the Female Lead away from her mother and all I have to do is tame her. Now, I could truly do whatever I wanted. ------- Additional tags #Aristocracy #Boss-Subordinate Relationship #Beautiful Female Lead #Depictions of Cruelty #Confident Protagonist #Different Social Status #Determined Protagonist #Manipulative Characters #Female Master #Hard-Working Protagonist #Ruthless Protagonist #Sadistic Characters

A group of wolves, a gathering of witches, a trio of bears. An engaging narrative... Alpha Yona is struggling with his emotions towards Chhaya. He is hesitant to pursue a romantic connection with someone who is not his destined wolf partner. Despite his reservations, does he harbor romantic feelings for her? Cedric, Colton, and Connor are formidable bears with a significant issue involving the wolf pack. Both groups are attempting to eliminate the demons and are feeling irritated by the competition. Cedric is infatuated with Saturn, the leader of the coven, who is fixated on Alpha Yona. Can Saturn maintain focus to lead the witches effectively? Will Alpha Yona be able to navigate this complicated love triangle while maintaining order?

Being born the youngest is a drag and that is especially horrible if you are born a royal  princess with the cursed birthmark that matches the doomed prophecies of their kingdom's legend. Princess Joie Michiele Selova is a villain born and died tragically of pity and pain of one of my favorite trilogy novel "LE CŒUR ÉPHÉMÈRE"  which I happen to finish reading and re-reading for the story was full of fun magic lore  and intense scenes.  However due to truck-kun being a son of a truck bitch, I died saving the neighbor's kid and to add to the shitty luck I have, I had transmigrated as the seven year old version of the Villainess who's known to be spoiled and rotten to the core and the source of the conflicts of the main characters on the first and second book. Well I can't mope here might as well be my own person and be the coolest me I can and escape that shitty fate by telling my fiancé who I am and what he should do to bring end to the doom in the next ten years because I may be a villainess in this world, but dare I say I'll take the lead and end that un just fate...but will this really help me escape my fate before the events of the third book starts?

WARNING: Mature Content. Winner of WPC #197 (Silver) The handmaiden's hurried footsteps can be heard in the hallway, followed by a loud slamming of the door. When we were finally left alone, Rin's calm voice can be heard, "I don't like that maid of yours, I will have to get you a new one within the week." I nodded, by this time I am used to having my handmaidens changed. He took the comb and started combing my hair, his dark eyes looking straight into my eyes, the sheer perfection of his face in contrast to my ever-plain-looking face. I looked away, I can't bear looking at it, it reminds me of the book that I'm in and how this is not a fairytale. He held me by the shoulders and asked in a cold voice, "Why do you look away? Is the idea of us still so intolerable for you?" I don't know how to answer him so I just nodded and bit my lower lip. He carried me to bed as he kissed my hair. Then, he laid me on the bed, his eyes boring through mine. "I hate that you are afraid of me, and that the idea of us is unacceptable to you. But right now, the only thing making you stay with me is fear of what I'd do if I lose you, I have no choice but to hold onto it. Forgive me Maru, I have no choice but to cherish the fear I have inflicted on you." He disrobed me, his calloused hands rough against my skin, feeling, touching, and leaving warmth where it landed. I winced every time his fingers land on a bruise, or on some of the fresh marks he placed there last night. "Do you want this?" he asked me as his fingers curled against my breasts, pinching one taut nipple after the other. I nodded, unable to deny under his skeptical gaze, I moaned in pleasure when his lips replaced his touch. His tongue licked on a pinkish bud and then sucked so very gently. "Tell me, any time you want me to stop, Maru. One word, that is all I need," he whispered and I blushed as I was reminded that I never stopped his assaults. I was powerless against my own needs, in the modern human world, it seems I am a submissive. And right here taking me in for another torturous night, is my dominant. I am married to Rin Saito, the most powerful monarch this world has ever seen, and I... I think I may have found my master in him. "Raise your hands for me, raise them above your head, and clasp them together," he whispered, his mouth barely an inch from my ear. I obliged, my body trembling from desire and fear combined, anticipating his next orders and feeling my body give in to his control. He took a silky rope he has been keeping on the drawers of the bedside table, and smiling, bounded up my wrists. "Tighter?" his sadistic smile made him a bit more benevolent in my eyes. I trembled from excitement as I nodded my head. He tightened my bind and leveled his head with mine, then he dipped his head, claiming my lips as I squirm helplessly against him. He opened my lips and slid his tongue inside my throat, my own saliva dripping down my neck. "Beautiful, my beautiful Maru," I heard him whisper as his hands continued to travel down, stroking and sliding gently down my skin until it reached my undergarments. "You shouldn't even bother with this, you know of my appetite. I told you not to wear them at night, my love, do you really want to be punished that badly?" I moaned, his lips curving in a proud smile. "I like it when you lose yourself in shameless pleasure. I like it when I can sully the princess and turn her into my queen," he claimed my lips more possessively.

Lucien Blake is a twenty six years old shut in otaku. He live his life reading novels, watching animes, eating and staring at computer all day. One day he went out to buy his favorite chicken lunch box meal at the nearest convenience store. But a robber came in and decided to rob the store. Without knowing why or what for, the robber shot him in the chest before running away.  Can his life as shut in otaku get any worse?    A series of beeps flooded his head, forcing him to wake up. When he open his eyes he found himself in another world very much like his own. Except for one thing. His beloved protagonist from his favorite anime is staring at him face to face. A notif pop into his head saying, [Dear host, find and help the protagonist escape his fate of getting killed. Help him in his mission of eliminating the demons. Points will be added. Failure to do so will result to deduction. Zero points will lead to your death. Good luck.] Lucien was left no choice but to adapt to his life as a mob character, helping the protagonist pave his path into greathood. It was all good at first, if you count off the number of times he has to pick up his butt running away from hideous creatures drooling after his flesh, his life being protected from protagonist halo was awesome.  That is until.... the protagonist pushed him down to bed. _______________________________________________ Updates are on Wednesday and Thursday

" So I don't get Exp from Slaying Human Trashs? Tch" ... Noah Nightshade has finally awakened to his powers—only to find himself at the center of an inter-dimensional war, where cosmic forces battle for supremacy. As the last of the legendary Null Reapers, Noah bears the immense burden of humanity's fate. Great, right? Except… everyone pretty much hates his guts for being the most despised heir in history. ["You've killed... Congratulations, murderer!"] ["Trait 'Null Reaper' is being activated... You’re special. Too bad no one cares."] With enemies lurking in both his dimension and the unseen one controlling it, Noah must uncover the truth behind these forces pulling his strings. Is he just a character in someone else’s sick story? Or could he defy the very narrative that binds him? To win, he’ll need to answer the impossible question: How do you defeat an enemy you can’t see? And how do you escape a game where the rules keep changing just to screw you over? As Noah embarks on a journey across dimensions and deeper into the game’s twisted secrets, he begins to realize: that being a pawn was never his true destiny. And maybe, just maybe, stop the sarcastic system from making his life even more miserable. ["Level up! Oh wait... no, just kidding."] ============================== [Current Chapters Updates: 6-9 Ch/Week] Tags: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, World Travel, Sword and Magic, Tragedy, Game Elements, System, Beast Companion, Demons, Hero, War, Modern, Slice of Life, Dungeons, Scheme, Conspiracy, Cheat, Weak to Strong, Drama, School Life. ■ Please, Vote with Power stones, leave some comments and write a review. That helps a lot!]

After a tragic death, Kevin finds himself reborn in a small town in America with the knowledge of a revolutionary supermarket system. Determined to build a successful grocery business, he navigates challenges, fierce competition, and budding romance. As Kevin develops his supermarket, he encounters twists and turns that test his resolve, leading him on a journey filled with love, conflict, and self-discovery.

Competition between civilizations Evolution of civilization Evolution in pursuit of the infinity

There's nothing wrong with Adelaide's life. There's nothing wrong with being cheated on. After all, half of marriages end in divorce and most end from infidelity. There's nothing wrong with getting addicted to an otome game. After all, everybody has something they're obsessed with. There's nothing wrong with reincarnating as the villainess instead of the heroine. After all, the villainess is richer and more powerful. There's nothing wrong with the villainess chasing after one of the love interests. After all, it's not like he's the canon route. There's nothing wrong with Ophelia's life.

The only child from a dysfunctional home. A man can be wealthy, famous, handsome and healthy. All this was true about Andrew Levis except falling in love. As rich as his father was, he was not attracted to any other female except his mother. Andrew Levis inherited the same habit from his father. He finds himself in a one night stand with Sarah Obama after a club party. The only solution to his family problems is only if he can produce a child. Andrew was trapped to get Aria pregnant, the daughter of kids Crocs company. Ariq drugged Andrew so he could get her pregnant, so it leads to marriage. Their plans were unsuccessful as Andrew mistakenly met Sarah in an hotel room while she was waiting for her fiancee to have her a month to their wedding. Sarah's boyfriend broke up with her even when they have not fully known each other, using it against her when he knew quite well she's not a cheater, all because he loves his side chic. The same greedy Aria that wants to get married to Andrew and still have extra marital affairs with Alfred. Few weeks after the one night stand Sarah discovered she's pregnant. After Sarah's discovery since the one night stand, Andrew proposed to her. "Please marry me, make me the happiest man in earth and let's help each other get revenge. Find out what happens next?

A chubby little girl was reborn. She received a heaven defying system as well as a drastic weight loss as she advanced in ranks to become a goddess. She started a company, became the big boss, signed on superstars and filmed movies. There were no limits to her counterattacks - face slapping and tumbling around were daily occurrences to her. In the end, midway through her smooth-sailing ventures, her system would always play a few tricks. [Ding! Issuing the main mission: Host, please seduce Mr CEO with all your might!] What?? The goddess was instantly dumbfounded. Hold on!! However, the goddess suddenly turned backwards and her body dashed towards Mr CEO in a manner that was completely out of her control. One step, two steps, three steps… With a crash, she hugged onto him tightly, unwilling to let go even when her life was put on the line.

Vanya Mickelson come to know the world she is living a novel world and she was the villainess. Her boyfriend is the Male lead and he will reunite with the female lead who happens to be his first love on their engagement banquet. So she left him to his first love and wished them happily ever after. Years later after coming back to her home what she didn't expected to see was her ex-boyfriend wailing and blaming her for abandoning him. Vanya : Now what kind of plot is this ?

When Kaito Ichihara, a 10-year-old boy, tries to enter the "Ultimate Tournament," the most important competition in the popular game "Kite Wars," he will not only face the challenge of being a novice in this discipline but also confront a sinister corporation that seeks to destroy the game, a mysterious vigilante in the shadows who will help him overcome obstacles, and even clues that could lead him to the whereabouts of his missing father. This is the English translated version of "Kite Wars: Ultimate Tournament". If you want to read it in its original language -Spanish, feel free to visit my profile page.

In a realm where swords clash, magic flows, and mythical beasts roam, three teenagers—Seraphina Eamon and Tenzin embark on an epic quest to uncover the secrets of an ancient civilization long forgotten. Their journey begins when they stumble upon a mysterious artifact in the ruins of a once-great city, awakening the attention of dark forces that seek to control its power. As they delve deeper into the past, the trio discovers lost knowledge that could reshape their world, including powerful spells, forgotten history, and the tragic fate of a fallen people. Guided by cryptic clues and ancient texts, they traverse treacherous landscapes, battling fierce beasts and overcoming magical trials that test their courage and friendship. Along the way, they encounter allies and adversaries who challenge their beliefs and push their limits. As the stakes rise, the teens must confront their own fears and insecurities, learning that the true strength lies not only in their individual abilities but in their bond as friends. Together, they unravel the mysteries of the past, striving to protect their future from the shadows of history that threaten to rise again.

Synopsis: Demian Maxwell is the Crown Prince to the Grove Kingdom and an alpha. It's his first year at Oakswood Academy and a certain beta has garnered his attention, but why does Ophelia Rosewood keep popping up when he least expects it? Remi Sato is a renowned name in the science community, and this famous herbologist is starting his first year at Oakswood Academy. But this boy has a secret, and lots of them. He is secretly the omega prince, Remington Arlow and a reincarnated soul who just wants to be with his favorite otome game character. Excerpt: Remi looked at him in confusion. Demian saw the moment that Remi realized what he wanted when Remi's face turned a brilliant shade of scarlet, matching his beautiful pink eyes which seemed a tad darker than they were just moments before. "You-" Remi started, his words dying out. Demian pointed to his still open mouth, uncaring of how undignified he looked at the moment. This was something he needed, a peaceful, uncaring day with a beautiful beta to tease to get his mind off the nightmares he had recently been plagued with. Remi chewed on his bottom lip in contemplation. Before Demian could tell Remi that he was only teasing him, Remi picked up a fork and speared a piece of fish on the tines. With a red face, Remi raised the fork up until it was even with Demian's mouth, his hand under the fork to catch the food if it fell. Demian's eyes widened minutely but he refused to pass up the opportunity that was given to him. He leaned forward and took the piece of fish between his teeth, sliding it off the utensil. A rich, nutty flavor with a sweet sugary taste coated his tongue pleasantly. "This is really good," Demian said after swallowing his food. "I'm excited to try other dishes made by you." Remi flushed crimson once again. It was interesting to see such contrasting reactions out of him. One minute, Remi could be daring and confident, and in the next he could be timid and shy. "How about some vegetables this time?" Demian once again opened his mouth. A salty, leafy taste filled his senses this time. The salt wasn't overpowering and it brought out the natural flavors of the mixed vegetables that included asparagus and carrots. Remi lowered the utensils and looked away. "You have two perfectly good hands, feed yourself," he mumbled. The back of his ears and neck were tinged red. *This a teen-fantasy-romance novel set in the omegaverse.*

She was sent without warning inside the story she wrote, and now Kate, who transmigrated to every plane she solely wrote, embarks on the road of saving her male leads from destroying the world. But... Does the male lead really need to be saved by her? It seemed that she was the one who needed to be saved from these clingy and paranoid male gods in which they did not want her to leave their sight, even if it was just for a mere second. "...." Arc 1 - Parasite Monopolized Lover - There is an alternative name I made for this book. "Saving You In Multiple Dimensions" -soon available in babelnovel, kiss/myfiction/chapters visual -available in chapters taptales/tapas

On the fourth day of May, Kevin was murdered in his apartment. He has no enemies and no friends. His parents have their own families, and he lives alone in a 200 meter square apartment – in other words, he does not have anyone who bores hatred against him. But he died. And the police concluded his death was an act of revenge homicide. Kevin pondered who would kill him when he suddenly woke to unfamiliar surroundings. And it took a few minutes to be processed in his head… Why are the furnitures so big?! The bed's mattress is so wide it's like the whole floor uses it as a floormat! The window is so high Kevin felt he was inside a church with glass walls as high as a three-storey building! Even worse, the appearance of a flower vase at his side is as tall as him! What the hell is going on?! [Host, you now possess the identity of the Male Lead's precious cat!] Kevin: What did you say? [Current Mission Progress: 0%] [Host, please work hard and prevent the Male Lead's terrible fate!] Kevin: …… What nonsense?! I just died! ………………………. [Host, the villain is one step closer to harming the Male Lead's life! Please prevent them!] Kevin: …… [Host, a villain's lackey wants to kill the Male Lead! Please stop them!] Kevin: ….. [Host, the Male Lead incurred a huge loss because of the villain, please bring him home and pamper him well!] Kevin: …… [Host, the Male Lead is injured because of the villain! Please nurse him back to health!] Kevin: …… Am I the Male Lead's mom or a pet?! ______________________________________________________ Updates are on Wednesday and Thursday.

Bought Manchester City in 2002! Miller's secret to buying players is only one: "money!" All the stars were gathered in the team, and all the potential young players were won.

[Mature Content] What do you do when your only ruler is about to lose their life to an illness? Do you seek out every medical specialist you can find? Or do you bargain for the help of something supernatural? And what do you do when they come knocking for payment? Ever since Empress Arabella took the throne, there has been peace in the Empire, but she lacks a husband and an heir. When tragedy strikes as an unexplained illness takes over her body, her advises rush to the aid of someone who is only willing to help, if she agrees to marry him... With enemies turning to loves, and a love story that reaches through time. Will Arabella agree to the terms or allow death to take her? Tropes Included: Vampires - Who hurt you? - Dark Romance - Fated Mates - Enemies to Lovers - Touch Her & Die - Force Proximity - Supernatural - Morally Grey Villain - Spice - Dark Gothic Atmosphere.

Snatched from a world of bullets and blueprints, Volkner Philipov finds himself in a realm where magic crackles as fiercely as gunfire. Not summoned by prophecy, but by desperation, he's the latest in a line of "heroes" torn from their worlds to confront a darkness encroaching on this one. But Volkner isn't interested in being a hero; he just wants to go home. Yet, as threats loom and alliances form, Volkner's journey becomes more than a search for a way back—it's a battle between the pull of destiny and the desire for a life he's been forced to leave behind. In a world where magic meets machinery, and where every decision can tip the balance of power, Volkner must navigate the complexities of a land not his own, armed with nothing but his wits and a burning desire to return to where he belongs. As Volkner delves deeper into this strange, new world, he realizes that the path home is not as straightforward as he hoped. Will he embrace the role fate has thrust upon him, or will he find a way to forge his own path in a world that calls him a hero but feels like a prison?