Cross Heart And Hope To Die

For over two thousand years, Zehen has been trapped in an endless cycle of life, an immortal man searching for the one thing he can never find......death. In a world where magic lurks in the shadows and the world’s darkest secrets are just beneath the surface, he’s been everywhere, done everything......and nothing works. Until he meets Mai Hashimoto, a girl with her own hidden darkness. Together, they strike a pact, drawn by their deepest desires. But their journey pulls them into a war that has raged since the dawn of time.....a conflict between gods and mortals, where every step forward leads them deeper into chaos. Zehen seeks peace. What he finds might destroy them all.

During the Sengoku period, one of the most brutal times in Japanese history, Takayama Ukon, a young and devout Christian samurai, found himself forced to serve under Oda Nobunaga, a man despised by Ukon's father, Soemon. This allegiance, born out of the necessity for survival amid the constant conflicts, would lead Ukon down a path where, over the years, he would find himself against those he once served and helped, while standing alongside those he had killed and helped to kill—men who shared his faith. As Ukon's purpose and cause were redefined, he came to understand the path he must follow. He realized that his survival had become a weapon in the fight for the survival of those who sought his death and those who sought his help. If necessary, there would be war, blood, and tears. But despite all the darkness, there would also be light. Thus, the Pillar of the Japanese Cross was born, and from this birth would emerge another pillar—Amakusa Shiro, a young man who, while understanding that he needed death for life, also understood that he needed life for death. Later, he would lead a revolt that shone, not in the world's victories, but in the most victorious defeats ever seen.

Riko is far from ordinary. By day, he lives a solitary life, but by night, he operates as a skilled assassin, taking on dangerous contracts to make ends meet. His sharp instincts, combat prowess, and ability to adapt have made him a formidable figure in the shadow. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he is mysteriously transported into a strange, gamelike world—a realm where survival hinges on completing perilous quests across multiple dimensions, worlds. Riko must use his everything to navigate treacherous worlds filled with mythical creatures, deadly dungeons, and rival adventurers. Each quest challenges him to grow stronger, pushing his limits as he battles foes, solves intricate puzzles, and uncovers the secrets of the system that governs this reality. Along the way, he encounters other displaced individuals, forming uneasy alliances when needed and confronting the moral complexities of a world where every decision carries weight. As Riko delves deeper, he begins to unravel the truth behind his transportation and the greater forces at play. But in a world place where might makes right, Riko must adapt and grow stronger Authur notes — no harmen no romance, only fucking when he feel like it the mc is smart and not braindead, sidecaracters are also smart, i will try to have 0 loopholes and hopefully you enjoy my story

The Earth was torn apart, reshaped into an endless dungeon—a brutal labyrinth of blood-soaked corridors, twisted monsters, and stages that grow more terrifying with every level. The rules of survival have changed: gather coins, and use them to buy anything you desire. Power, safety, even happiness—everything has a price. For Lex, there’s only one thing he craves: death. But in this world, where coins can buy anything, even that is out of reach. Cursed with the power "Die to Begin," every time Lex dies, he's resurrected at the start, trapped in an endless loop of survival and torment. All he wants is enough coins to finally purchase the one thing that he had been seeking for countless lifetimes—an end. In this nightmare, where money can truly buy anything, Lex will sacrifice everything, even his humanity, just to escape the endless suffering. -------------------------------- If you'd like to support me, here's my patreon :) https://www.patreon.com/c/HYLP

A child who has experienced the death of a parents and bullying from classmates, living a difficult life alone in the world, and always holding kindness and hope, ultimately achieving academic success, love, and new family

For centuries, the last remnants of humanity have lived in a city sealed within an impenetrable glass wall, safe from the devastation that erased the rest of the world. No one has entered. No one has left. Until now. When a bloody handprint appears on the outside of the wall, fear and curiosity grip the city’s inhabitants. Dr. Harper, along with his adoptive children, Takeda and Irene, joins an expedition beyond the barrier, determined to uncover the truth about the world they were taught no longer existed. Meanwhile, back in The City, Eve—a woman who chose to stay behind—begins to unravel secrets buried beneath the city, ones that challenge everything they believe about their past and their survival. As the team ventures into the unknown, they discover that the world outside is not as lifeless as they had imagined. An old enemy waits beyond the wall—one responsible for humanity’s near extinction. What was meant to be a salvage operation becomes a battle for survival, forcing them to question not just who their true enemies are, but what it truly means to be human. Two paths. One truth. And a choice that will decide the fate of the last city on Earth.

When Galena finds Devanté is becoming more and more addicted to a virtual paradise, she has to decide on whether to sit back and watch, or break into the digital realm in pursuit of burning it down.

In the shadowy depths of an ancient forest in Heian Japan, a nameless European knight finds himself inexplicably transported from his homeland to a realm unknown, hundreds of kilometers away from the familiar landscapes of Europe. Lost and bewildered, he stands amidst the towering trees of a foreign land, his armor gleaming like a beacon in this distant time period. As the knight grapples with the enigma of his sudden displacement, he soon discovers that this world is teeming with malevolent forces, demons, and spirits drawn from the rich tapestry of Japanese folklore. They torment him, as if toying with the interloper who has unwittingly stumbled into their domain. Each encounter with these supernatural entities becomes a harrowing battle, his sword clashing against the eerie, otherworldly forms that emerge from the shadows. Yet amidst the chaos and danger, a ray of hope emerges in the form of a mysterious shrine maiden. She becomes his guide in this realm, her gentle presence a lifeline in a sea of unfamiliar customs and an impenetrable language barrier. Together, they embark on a quest, not only to confront the demons that have ensnared him but also to decipher the ancient mysteries of Heian Japan. Their journey takes them through a world of vividly painted landscapes, from the bustling streets of Heian-era Kyoto to the serene tranquility of remote mountain shrines. Along the way, the knight gains a deep appreciation for the life of the common folk in this ancient East Asian society, as he witnesses the delicate interplay between Shinto and Buddhist practices and becomes entwined in the cultural tapestry of the time. As the battles against the malevolent spirits intensify, the knight's quest for a way back to his European homeland becomes deeply personal. The demons have not only transported him across time and space but have also tampered with his very existence. Determined to reclaim his lost identity and return home, he must muster every ounce of courage and determination, forging an unbreakable bond with the shrine maiden.

After several months worked in the most craziest circumstances, fully pressure and consentration to pull The International Emporium Corp out of the crisis finally all become dust in one blink. The Feng Empire Corp had aqcuisitioned their company mercyless and brutal. Maximillian Feng, President of The FEC did not give them the slightest space to be negociated. Emporium was taken over in a lightening and lethal attack. Her father, Mr Kent Lim as the President of Emporium was defeated viciously. Known widely as a respected, cold-handed and skillful man in corporate and investment world, finally became a loser in one night. One week after aqcuisition he got heart attact and passed away cause of deeply depression and sadness His daughter, Aiden Lim ... stood alone in the world to challenge the demon king, Presiden of The FEC, Maximillian Feng. An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth. ........ The time arrived finally... !!! She faintly listening his step moved forward to the executive meeting room and the door opened slowly by her secretary. A handsome-evil looked like- man was entering the room with his dominant, aloof and arogant style. Stood in front her face to face like an ancient god, very powerful and aristrocratic at the same time who wanted to punish the sinner. She held her breath for awhile and gazed deeply into his. His piercing eyes met with her cold gaze sharply... and she realized that the battle would be continued through his domineering way. Cruel and heartless...!!!

Arel is a 17-year-old who is deeply conflicted with both a love and hatred for God. His love for God surpasses everything, even human relationships, yet it causes him immense pain. Arel feels the need to communicate with God, to confess his love and his struggles, but no response ever comes. This silence from God creates a profound emptiness within him.

When the Grey Mist covers the earth, the miasma corrupts the creatures, and the threads manipulate the minds of others, those red eyes will rest upon humanity and the very order of the world will go mad. Humans will fade into the background, clinging to life as they always have. In the first era, someone stayed. In the second era, someone woke up. In the third era, someone will rise again and again. Let the steam roar! Let the ancient technology shine! Let the battle between humanity and the anomalies, the oddities, the contamination zones never cease! May my Pneuma allow me to take this mortal body to challenge these beings! May my axe resonate with my heart! In the end, only humanity will remain, by hook or by crook! ------------------------- Cover made using AI. English is my second language and I'm using Grammarly for thoses mistakes I didn't see, so, if you notice one, comment, please! I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com

A dying world, rotting from within. A boy cursed by it, yearning for freedom. Dragged into a game of divine deceit, Yuki Veritasis walks the path of Ascension—where hope is a sin, and survival demands sacrifice.

Two people from different social ladders meet. the other not knowing that each one existed in their own world, till fate push them towards each other. now they’ve got to ignor the difference in the social status they share because of love.

"Who are you?" "I am your husband." "No, my husband hates me to the point that he hasn't slept in the same bed as me for years. He avoids me, recoils at my touch, and finds every excuse to stay away. But you... you show me love and affection. You are not the man I married."

HOPE is the only charge in us which enables us position at different aspects of LIFE. H- Happiness, O- Optimism, P- Purpose/Promise, E- Endurance. The Choices you make, make your life. Love is Hope, and hope is the reason why we are still living.

Aizen Blackthorne, once a powerful and ambitious individual, finds himself reincarnated in a world he created—a world where he is the villain doomed to perish at the hands of the hero. Stripped of his former power and bound by the **Curse of Creation**, Aizen is forced to navigate a web of fate and manipulation, determined to survive against the forces that conspire to bring about his destruction. In this new world, Aizen's only ally is his own intelligence. With his ruthlessness and cunning, he begins to manipulate those around him, using his knowledge of the future to bend fate itself to his will. But as he moves deeper into the political chaos of the kingdom, makes secret deals with dark mages, and learns the truth about the **Loom**—a cosmic force controlling all reality—Aizen discovers that survival is far more complicated than simply outsmarting a hero. The stakes rise as Aizen realizes that to escape his role as the villain, he must confront not only the **hero**—Leoric, whom he secretly manipulates—but also the very fabric of existence itself. As he delves into forbidden magic, battles powerful foes, and faces ancient cosmic entities, Aizen's path to survival becomes a brutal, high-stakes war against fate, morality, and his own soul. With the **Reapers**—agents of the Loom—hunting him, and the cosmic rules of reality beginning to break down, Aizen's choices will reshape the fate of worlds. Will he rise to power and rewrite the very nature of existence, or will his defiance against fate lead to his own undoing? In a world where betrayal is a tool and power is the only truth, Aizen will stop at nothing to ensure that he is the one who survives—no matter the cost. ***The Villain Who Refuses to Die*** is a dark fantasy epic filled with twists, betrayal, high-stakes battles, and a protagonist whose only goal is to survive—by any means necessary.

Kayla is awakened in the middle of the night by a loud noise and follows the creature that caused the noise into the forest behind her house. But she is pulled into a magical world, and does not know how to get back home. Will she make it? And what else is waiting on her magical journey to find a way back home?

Staring at the gun pointed at her head, Hannah felt as if she were watching all of her childhood memories. Cold sweat kept dripping down from the smooth skin of her back, making her quiver slightly. "Don't!" she yelled, tears pooling at the corner of her eyes due to being startled almost out of her wits. "S-spare me! Please spare my life!" she begged. Her beautiful eyes, which are struggling so hard as to not let a single tear of hers drop, are looking straight into Ivan's dark ones, looking as if she were pleading for her life. Looking back at her tearful eyes, a mischievous grin appeared on Ivan's lips. His handsome face has a devilish look to it, looking both extremely evil and elegant at the same time. "Why should I? Give me a good reason, and I might be willing to let you live," he asked without moving his gun away from her head. Hearing his words, Hannah's will to survive made her lie within a second. "I-I like you!" she stuttered. Hearing Hannah confess her feelings for him, the small smirk on Ivan's face slowly faded bit by bit. Ivan has indeed told her to think of a good reason for him not to kill her, but not once has he thought that the fair maiden in front of him would suddenly say those words. Withdrawing the gun that was pointed at the girl's head, Ivan placed it on the back part of his waist before he grabbed Hannah's soft cheek with his calloused hands. "You like me?" he asked, gaining a multitude of nods from the girl who was currently looking at the space behind him, avoiding his dark eyes. Unbeknownst to Hannah, a smirk much less mischievous compared to his earlier ones has once again appeared on Ivan's face, and with a wicked glint in his eyes, Ivan spoke. "Prove it" _______________________________________________________________________________________ One day, while she was on a blind date with the son of her brother's business partner, Hannah, the eldest young lady of the Salvador family got kidnapped without anyone knowing. She was brought to the mansion hidden deep within the dense forest on the top of a mountain, and there she met Ivan. The man who looks so simple yet dangerous at the same time releases deadly vibes in him. In her desperation to live, she uttered words that she didn't mean to say. She didn't think twice about saying such words in order to live, but who would have thought that Ivan, the man who smiles like a child while pointing a gun at her head, would take it seriously.

he was fire... she wanted him to burn her.. she was water, water can't be burnt

A girl who thinks her situation determines her future.

In 'Hope & Destiny', Mohammed Umar weaves a poignant tale of self-discovery, perseverance, and the unbreakable human spirit. Against the backdrop of a world filled with uncertainty and adversity, the story follows its protagonist as they navigate the complexities of life, love, and faith. Through a journey of trials and triumphs, the protagonist comes to realize that hope is not merely a fleeting emotion, but a powerful catalyst for transformation. As they strive to fulfill their destiny, they must confront their deepest fears, confront the darkness, and emerge into the light. Will they find the strength to overcome the obstacles in their path? Can they hold onto hope when all seems lost? 'Hope & Destiny' is a heartwarming and thought-provoking exploration of the human condition, inviting readers to reflect on their own journey and the power of hope to shape their destiny.

Summoned people called "Earth people" appear on the continent of Vocalyas, a world in their dreams. Together they connect with friends of this world to fight against the forces of ambitious people and to realize their dreams. The Earth trio Huy, Alex and Harry were summoned to this dream world, joining the Hopeland army to fight against the Legion's imperial army. Only when the war ended did they realize that they had partly changed the history of Hopeland.

[WPC SILVER PRIZE WINNER - #199 REVENGE] [Mature Content Warning] Ayla was the child of promise for her generation— the one that'd seal away the demonic ring of nightmare and banish the Demon King forever. The appearance of the traveler from the other world, Richard Clayton was a sign from the gods that it was time to end the nightmare once and for all. She gave Richard her trust and her heart. He swore in the sacred oath of his world that he'd help her save the world and stay with her forever, cross his heart and hope to die. Ayla never imagined that she would be the one to die in betrayal. Until the light of the last star dies, she will hunt him across time and space for her revenge. Check out the "Cross Your Heart and Hope to Die" Spotify Playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0iTAtRttCXEIccj8oNKVc7?si=d0f117af35fe4ca3 Cover by JeiJandee Discord: https://discord.gg/Y79vUr4mrf Ko-fi: https://www.ko-fi.com/studiohnh

Selena Brooks, a dreamer, chasing the dazzling world of fashion, find herself drawn to Grayson Collins, a man admired by millions. But fate is never simple. As their lives become entwined, buried secrets begin to unravel, threatening to shatter everything they have. What happens when the past refuses to stay hidden? And when the truth is far more devastating than they ever imagined?