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"She was a demon to begin with, how could she possibly be corrupted by encountering me, a human? Critics always talk about ludicrous things." In 1798, during an interview with the press, Cardinal Bishop Lanci was asked about his past with the exiled last princess of the Demon Race, as well as recent signs of the resurrection of the demons. He stated: "I have made too many efforts to defend world peace, I am quite sure, there is absolutely no possibility for the Demon Race to revive under her leadership." ...... In the winter of 1802, the revival of the Demon Race succeeded. [Based on the above information, please indicate who is the main culprit leading to the revival of the Demon Race, and explain why it is Lanci. (10 points)] —— excerpt from "Classic Examination Questions in Empire History."

The Hero's Ritual: a deadly contest where one hundred candidates vie for the title of Hero. In this brutal game of survival, where only the strong live and the weak are destined to perish, a young boy without any talent for battle manages to survive by a mind sharper than any sword. Upon learning that he has been chosen as the Hero, he naively believes that his life will finally see a glimmer of hope. But what awaits him is far from a Hero’s glorious future. 'You… must die here.' Before his journey as a Hero can even begin, his beloved childhood friend pushes him off a cliff. All that awaits him now… is the abyss. This is not the story of a Hero's triumph. It's merely the desperate cries of a fallen one. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SouloftheLoveWarriors

WSA 25 ENTRY ******** The world I knew was ordinary or at least bearable—until it wasn’t. I was just another corporate drone, drowning in a dead-end job I hated, stuck in a life that felt like it would never change. That is, until the mages decided to pick me. Every ten years, the mages choose ten people from across the faction—ordinary people like me—and thrust them into the Beast Games, a sadistic contest where only the strongest survive. The rules are simple: tame the fiercest creatures that world has to offer, fight to the death, and outlast every other contestant. Fail, and you die. Succeed, and you get to return home. But nothing there was as simple as it seemed. Thrown into a land where beasts rip through flesh without hesitation, and other contestants see me as nothing more than prey, I’m forced to rely on a mysterious system that offers me quests and tasks to survive. This world doesn’t play by any rules, least of all the ones we know. I will survive and I will find the ones who made this game and when I find them, I’ll show them what happens when you mess with someone who has nothing left to lose.

Hello, friends! May God bless you forever! Story Outline This story is a tale of a Goddess and a mix of low sci-fi and low fantasy. First Arc: This story would focus on the main character Morgana's first week with daily fun schedule from nine to five. During the first week from December 25th to December 31st, Morgana would strengthen empire's military power and host Red Wine Brew Contest, Music Contest, Dance Contest, and Thriller Storytelling Contest. Second Arc: This would focus on the main character Morgana's second week. During the second week from January 1st to January 7th, Morgana would host Talent Show Contest, Costume Dressing Design Contest, Unicorn Riding Contest, Car Racing Contest, Statue Carving Contest and Romance Storytelling Contest. Third Arc: This would focus on the main character Morgana's third week. During the third week from January 8th to January 16th, Morgana would host Piano Performance Contest, Poetry Writing Contest, Painting Contest, Shooting Contest, Taming Contest and Fantasy Storytelling Contest. Book Status 56 chapters 1.0 is completed 56 chapters 2.0 is ongoing 56 chapters 3.0 is coming soon 56 chapters 4.0 is coming soon 56 chapters 5.0 is coming soon 56 chapters 6.0 is coming soon 56 chapters 7.0 is coming soon 56 chapters 8.0 is coming soon 56 chapters 9.0 is coming soon 56 chapters 10.0 is coming soon Author's Status Because of your reading, I feel happy in everyday! How to contact me Allpoetry: allpoetry.com. https://allpoetry.com/Amoureax_Amant Discord: https://discord.gg/VrsdMpRD Email: AuthorAmoureaxAmant@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100079737004029&mibextid=JRoKGi X: https://x.com/AmoureaxAmant?t=fcEJdniKgOMeG768gGRa1Q&s=09

Vanta, a loner, begins his journey at the prestigious Blueblood Academy, only to discover that the entrance ceremony hides a sinister secret. Alongside other students, he's thrust into a mysterious exam that requires acquiring the elusive Xue sense, a heightened awareness that grants battle instincts. The exam takes place in a deadly, unknown realm where students must survive for six months and face monstrous creatures. Vanta soon realizes that death is not permanent, as he respawns after each demise. With no one to return to, he's determined to press on. As Vanta navigates this treacherous world, he discovers that others have also gained the Xue sense. With 862 participants, the competition becomes fierce. Vanta must confront his limitations, forge alliances, and unravel the secrets behind the exam. But this is just the beginning.

At the beginning of 2055, the world's largest gaming contest began: The Dungeon of Trials, a game in which the only goal was to reach the lowest floor of the dungeon.

Denny wasn’t just a liar—he was a genius at it. A master of his art. A smooth talker, a master manipulator, he could sell ice in a snowstorm and make you thank him for it. He could fold truths and create lies and lies to back those lies. But he was bored of the real world, no fun in it. That’s why The Blind Judge, an game of minds, was his perfect playground—a contest of persuasion, where players are thrown into scenerios, assigned sides of the story, their only task being to convince the judge their they are the true ones. And the reward? Money, ridiculous amounts of money. What better place would there be for manipulative genius, Denny Liar. But here was competition, he wasn't the only genius one there. With their own secrets, tactics... and darkness.

**Synopsis:** WSA CONTEST ENTRY Caden Arden has lived his entire life as the son of humanity’s most notorious traitor, a name whispered in disdain and ridicule. Determined to prove he’s not his father’s shadow, Caden focuses on graduating high school and forging his own path. When he unexpectedly awakens a rare ability just weeks before graduation, his life takes a drastic turn. Drafted into the Earth Military Academy, Caden faces grueling training, hostile peers, and a galaxy filled with enemies. But as he fights to prove his worth, secrets about his father’s betrayal begin to surface—secrets that threaten humanity’s fragile peace with its alien neighbors. Caught between proving himself and uncovering the truth, Caden must decide: will he rise as humanity’s hero, or will he become an enemy of humanity due to his father's legacy? Let's get this started, my Novel Leviathan was rejected but no worries we will get started again.

Jack Darwin and 9 other candidates are taken from earth and have been chosen to compete in The game of Evolution. In which each candidate gets a choice of 1 prime race and 2 minor races to control,command, and evolve. The candidate will all be on the same planet of ludum mundi and will have to fight to survive against the other contestants and the world itself. (Had this idea in my mind thought I'd try it out) Also since there has been problems beacuse of the update I will be uploading under the same name for my profile and story on royal road. https://www.royalroad.com/profile/308429

He slides his hand between her legs and pulls her in. She gasps and holds on to him for support as he runs his fingers between her lips and clit. She's trembling from his touch. As he moves his finger around the outside of her. "Time to rinse off" he whispers to her. He uses his body to push her towards the water and he rubs her again he presses the front half of her body to his and washes the soap off her backside. She throws her head back. And begins to let out a scream, but he covers her mouth with his hands and says "shhhhh be quiet now." He spins her around so her back side is pressed against his erected cock. Feeling it's cold contact she throws her head back again gasping. Her then washes the front of her off pressing hard against her he gropes her breast squeezing them tight and pinching her nipples. She was so surprised by how good this felt. How badly she wanted him to bite her. And just as she finished that thought he stuck his hands between her legs again, and then he bit her on the opposite side of Oliver's bite. The bite burned her core undoing her as he played with her clit with his fingers and then sliding them inside her. Holding her body hostage with his fangs and fingers she completely submitted to his whims. He could have what ever he wanted in that moment and she wouldn't complain a bit. Pulling his fingers out of her and sucking her juices off them he says "You really are the best thing I've ever tasted. And now I know why my brothers are struggling not to fuck you and are fighting over you. I don’t think we can wait until the full moon to start breaking you in." discord for this book: https://discord.gg/36r6zZhf The book starts off without a lot of detail for the characters, but as the story progresses you you’ll notice each character develop and get to know them. Maybe even fall in love. Please enjoy!

In a world where the gods have forged the ultimate artifact of power the Crown of Kings, royalties from every corner of the realm prepare for a divine contest to claim dominion over all. Amidst the clash of emperors, queens, and warlords, alliances crumble and kingdoms prepare for war. Yet, unknown to these mighty rulers, an unassuming challenger without royal blood steps onto the battlefield, ready to defy destiny and the gods themselves. This story is also in Noveltoon

The protagonist dies and shortly Fter awakes in a vastly different world where the dead roam,he has to survive a cruel contest known as THE DEAD MAN'S GAME.

Sunz was born with an unknown ability given only a sword from birth but had no idea of what to do, until one faithful day his ability got reawakened and it's his choice to live his old life or explore his new one with the help of his friend Jihu. At first, Sunz was invited by Jihu to see his Grandpa's tournament in Korea. But the invitation as a Visitor soon changed to an invitation as a Contestant. Now having a chance to compete at Jihu's Grandpa's tournament to find the next member of the Water Clan. But to have a chance at competing in the tournament Sunz needs to win against one of the Inspector. Even if he can defeat the Inspector, can he defeat the other Contestants, who are there for the same reward? An inexperienced nobody joining the World of Experts. Can he survive or will he die without achieving ANYTHING?

Upon discovering that humans have a strange belief in luck, the werewolves decide to organize a series of events to help the townspeople achieve good fortune. From disastrous raffles to bone-throwing contests (with very strange prizes), each attempt results in comical situations and misunderstandings.

For more R-18 lewd and depravities check out my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/YuujiEveryleaf An old man dies, torn by regret. Due to his high karma, he has "near-limitless possibilities for reincarnation". He chooses to reincarnate in a fantasy world as a voluptuous futanari succubus with big tits and an irresistible smile. 1st place winner of ScribbleHub's Metus Writing Contest. Discussion and updates: https://discord.gg/SbZe2qv

“System leveled up. Congratulations on surviving level one. Welcome to World XII, the past. I am your guide, Xue Lian. Miss Lin Xi, press one if you are willing to continue and rewrite your present where your father and loved ones don’t have to die. Press X to return to the tragedy you caused.” “I am Al–alive?” Lin Xi murmurs, her eyes cast on the surroundings around her. It was nothing like her old bedroom, nor the courtroom. “Not really. You are in limbo, a place between the past and the present. Yes, Miss Lin Xi, you died in your previous life and in this timeline, you are given a second chance to go to the past and stop Jin Yutian from causing World War III. If you wish to continue, click Yes… if No, you'd be returned to your previous timeline.” “As long as it will bring my parents back, and put Jin Yutian to death for the terrors he has caused. I wish to continue.” In her final moments, Lin Xi remembers the bloody battlefield—the bodies of her loved ones, her husband, and daughter, all slaughtered by the man responsible for this chaos—- Jin Yutian, the man she once rejected to be her husband. Before her throat is slit, Lin Xi makes a desperate wish—to rewrite history. But instead of dying, she wakes up the next morning, alive but trapped in the fragile body of Shen Mi, the Fourth daughter of a powerful Marshal, Shen Fuchen. What Lin Xi doesn't expect is that Shen Mi is considered nothing more than a pawn—weak, sickly, and powerless. And yet, in this body, she has a mission. Her mission is simple: Don't die, Don't let anyone discover your true identity and most of all, gain his trust, infiltrate his power and stop Jin Yutian from bringing world destruction. “You have three hundred and sixty-five days to complete the task. Fail, and you’ll be trapped in this nightmare for years, each failure extending the time spent in this time limbo, where death is always a step away. Shen Mi's life is already forfeit to many, and now you must survive long enough to destroy Jin Yutian.”

The annual global live-action broadcast game extravaganza has begun. The one who clears all levels will have any wish granted— Even bringing a dead person back to life, Even if all that remains are bones. Cillian receives an invitation from Satan, accepting the demon’s call to join. Seven contestants enter the game, But only one can emerge victorious. They each harbor secrets. They all want to survive and make it out alive. And they are more terrifying than beasts.

When old gamer, constantly unlucky, Theodore 'Ted' Moore starts playing the new VR game, he understands the luck can be a double edged sword. Will he prevail against the world to secure his place or will he break and become a servant? Can a single man truly stand against rich and powerful? Entry for Contest. Please give your valuable feedback to make the story better.

[Reasoning + Imagination + Simulated Crime] “Ladies and gentlemen!” “The simulated crime show, the ultimate battle royale of the final season, is here!” “A thousand contestants participate in the game and play as villains to simulate crimes.” “As long as you can survive until the end, you can win a billion-dollar prize!!!” The entire network is completely boiling! Under heavy rewards, there must be brave men!! This season is bound to be the most exciting season among all escape shows!! And Lin Bai, after being reborn, happens to be one of the contestants. But embarrassingly, for the items drawn at the beginning, others all get weapons. But Lin Bai drew a bag of deadly duck necks... Even the staff couldn't hold back and burst out laughing. But in the next second... Lin Bai directly holds a Sprite in one hand and a lighter in the other and rushes onto the high-speed train. “I declare that all of you are hijacked by me!” Audience: “???” Hijacking a high-speed train with a Sprite? Isn't this just a pure clown? However! As time goes by... One-click sharing. The audience gradually finds that things seem to start to go wrong... [The content is short and weak. More exciting content is all in the book.]

When the gods grew bored of eternity, they create the Trials of Ascension....a deadly game where humanity’s strongest are summoned to compete for the ultimate prize;immortality and divine favor. But for Elias, a seemingly ordinary orphan boy chosen to join the trials, his journey ends before it even begins. He was killed in an accident before even entering the game, his soul should have been erased. Instead, Elias returns, resurrected by the power of the Aether Core....an ancient power that predates the gods themselves. The Aether Core doesn’t just bring him back...it makes him a wildcard, unbound by the rules of the divine. Now armed with forbidden powers, Elias must navigate a world of ruthless contestants, monstrous foes, and jealous gods who see him as a threat to their order. As he rises through the brutal ranks, Elias begins to uncover the truth about the Trials. The gods want him erased. The other contestants want him dead. But as Elias masters the Aether Core’s abilities.....absorbing powers from fallen foes and challenging the divine itself....he realizes the Trials aren’t just a game to survive. They’re a war to win. And Elias may be the only one capable of shattering the chains binding both mortals and immortals alike. But every victory comes at a cost, and the Aether Core whispers of a darker purpose. With every power Elias claims, he inches closer to losing himself. As rivalries turn into alliances, betrayals, and outright war, Elias must decide: Will he become humanity’s savior? Or the force that dooms them all? [Ding!] [Initializing....] [Welcome player 223] [You have been chosen!] [Welcome to the game of the gods!] ................... A.N: Well, this is my first book, reviews and feedback will be very much appreciated. Add to library and gift power stone

"I, Thandie Lohan vow to focus all my energy on building my career and the day I fall in love again will be the day the sun dances". I was done with men and their empty promises, the old fairy-tale romance Thandie was gone and that is how I met him, a simple desire, the curiosity to know how the warmth of his body felt pressed against mine. It was supposed to be a passing phase, an experiment and he was supposed to be a companion that came with very little expectations, a temporary plaything... Let me tell you a story of how the sun danced...

"I only need power to prove my father's innocence, not a marriage or stupid love." When Amira found out that her father will be serving life imprisonment for being accused of poisoning the king. She decided to take part in a bride-choosing competition where all the interested contestants were supposed to compete to become the crown prince's bride. Only one contestant will be chosen,the contestant who has what it takes to be the crown's bride and the next queen of Wylan kingdom.  Amira needs access to the power so that she can prove to the entire kingdom that her father is innocent and the only choice is to take part in the competition. ______ When Prince Zebulon looked at the contestants on his way to the event hall, he locked eyes with Amira, the girl he has been looking for his whole life. Prince Zebulon and Amira crossed paths in the castle when Amira was seven years old and Zeb was ten. They played together and Amira promised to come back, however, she never stepped foot in the castle again because her father who was the commander at that time asked her to stay away from the royal family. "They're animals disguise as human."Those were Amira's father words. Prince Zebulon had fell in love with Amira at first sight. What prince Zebulon didn't know was that Amira was commander Adonis's daughter who was accused of poisoning the king, Zeb's father. ____ " You finally fulfilled your promise."Prince Zeb's lips curved into a mischievous smile.He stepped towards Amira who stepped away from him. "Although it has been many years."He paused and tilted his head to the left, his lips twisting in annoyance. Amira sucked in a tight air when her back collided with the concrete wall, reminding her that she had nowhere to run too. Amira closed her eyes when Prince Zebulon moved his face dangerously close to hers. His warm breath fanned her cheeks, sending chills down her spine. "Tell me little Angel,did you miss me?"He said with a dangerously husky voice and brushed dark hair strands from Amira's face which made her to tremble slightly. "Or…did you come to poison me because I'm going to be the next king?"Zeb asked with a raised eyebrow, the corner of his lips curving into an amused smile. Amira froze when she heard his words,it seemed like time was moving in slow motion.

Daphne, a successful businesswoman, discovers a shocking betrayal by her husband, Stephen, and Rosie, the impoverished student she had supported for years. Unbeknownst to her, the child she carried and raised was the result of their secret affair. For over two decades, Daphne plays the role of the devoted mother and wife, all while meticulously planning her revenge. As the truth unravels at a press conference, Daphne’s calm demeanor masks a calculated strategy that will leave everyone reeling. This is a tale of love, betrayal, and the ultimate quest for justice.

A group of unsuspecting students is caught in a deadly contest where lives are at stake and time is running out. They must uncover the truth behind the sinister "Cinderella's Palace." As rain pours and thunder roars, Yuki finds herself in a Jinro Game reminiscent of a Japanese drama she watched. The villagers need to identify the wolves to save themselves, but in this game, distinguishing between the fake and real wolves is crucial for her survival. What if she draws the wolf card?

Warning: Mature content. This is a story mainly about Farah Gilbert ( a young girl from Asia---) who comes from a very conservative family which do not believe in love before marriage yet she finds the love of her life in a Mafia leader Ryan Carter. But can be they together when her family comes between them? He slowly came near to me and sat next to me on his bed, took my hand in his hand, and my heart stopped beating for a second. Ryan: I know you also love me, Farah, please don't deny it because of my profession my love. I don't know what I will do, I saw Ryan's eyes, there were some tears and my eyes were also full of tears. He is so sensitive, he loves me but how can I go into his world, my family will never understand my love for a criminal, oh god what will I do? I was just thinking when he reduced the distance between us and pressed me with my back touching the bed and my chest pressed to his Chest. And he said to me a little louder. Ryan: tell me Farah you love me, tell me, Farah! He said this continuously to me until I said to him. Farah: yes! Ryan, I love you, I love you. Read the full story to find out their love story. Warning: short chapters.

*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* Inspiration was taken from: Webnovel Weekly contest prompt: Transmigrating from a modern world into a historical setting is hard enough, but what happens when you realize you can read the minds of those you come in close contact with? MC is a web novel reader who ends up in the book he has been reading, where the cruel crown prince is set to kill the king and queen! As he tries to change the crown prince, a physical contact causes MC to read the prince's mind. He's in love with him?

In this world, ascending to upper realms was a matter of resources and ability. No matter the status or power level, if you have the money and the willingness to, you can live in any realm of your choosing. However, the higher the realm, the more power there is to tap into and cultivate. However, a devastating war led to a change in the rules. Who is brave enough to seek the Supremacy and rule the world? By: Jerlani

Growing up in Kateris, a small village and living a simple life, Kaelin never knew that there lied another truth behind his existence, sealed with utmost secrecy by his grandmother. But as said, truth can never be hidden forever. One day, Kaelin's world turned upside down in an instant when he found out, He was not just a normal human but THE LAST BEASTMASTER OF THERIA!! What would he do now? Would he accept his fate and fight, or just give up? And even if he claimed his position, at what stake? .... This was the first book that I started writing in webnovel, but I've participated in the WSA'25 contest, so this story update will not be stable as of now. Really sorry for the inconvenience. Hope you'll like my other works also. Thank you. :)

Numbers are everything In a meritocratic school, 100,000 students from all over the galaxy compete to reach the top of the ranks—in a competition to become humanity’s strongest warrior. “We’re just meant to press this button?” However, the TAG System, designed like an Idle mobile game, seems to be a bit too simple. - POINTS Your current points: 21.5 Current Rank: #99,187 - How hard is it to reach the top? Especially if you’re the perfect human. Someone needs to beat the Most Important Special Exam For The Future Of Humanity.

[Webnovel Rising Star ll Contest] What will you do if you are the younger brother of the number one genius under the heavens? What will you do if you know whatever you do, it will barely be a breeze before the raging flood of your brother's actions? Will you envy him, will you hate him, or will you support him and become a side character of an ever changing dangerous world? This is the situation Eugene found himself at, a boy filled with envy and jealousy toward his brother but also can't help to love him with all his heart. Unfortunately, the world never gave them time to process their complex emotions as things change everyday that seek to not just kill them but destroy their very homeland. This is a world that is barely functioning due to the illusion of hope! The more ignorant you are, the more free you are but power comes with responsibility. Knowledge comes with the dangerous realization that the future is bleak and despair is around the corner. Eugene found himself born in a world that ‘Awakened’ as they called it, humans devolved from Apex Predators centuries ago and are barely cattle for the ever evolving beasts and monsters. Two things saved the humans from extinction, and it wasn't their knowledge or weaponry; they are all useless against intelligent beasts that can do better. What saved them was some benevolent beasts that took them as servants, slaves and some as cattle for rearing. The second thing that saved them was the appearance of Gateway that led to various realms in unknown dimensions that aids them to make a pact with willing beasts. They finally gained strength and power and huddled around Gateways and built Settlements. Eugene found himself in a race against time as he dived into an unknown dimension, filled with mystery and danger that might have the answers everyone desire. [Webnovel Rising Star ll Contest] Please show your support through comments and reviews!