Like A Wind On A Dry Branch

Diane's life crumbles when she discovers her husband Liam's affair with her sister Sophie. Betrayed and heartbroken, she retreats to her friend Joan's beach house, seeking solace. But as plans for revenge take shape, Diane uncovers darker secrets and hidden agendas. Pregnant and determined to protect her future, she embarks on a journey of survival, retribution, and unexpected alliances.

Doctor Aurora and Officer Schäfer are drawn together by the murder of a mysterious boy. The killer is a curse in human form—an ancient force traveling through time to erase humanity and restore nature. Their pursuit becomes more than an investigation; it’s a battle across centuries. The curse leaves destruction and cryptic clues behind, leading Aurora and Schäfer through a maze of time. As they chase it, they uncover hints that the boy’s death is tied to them in ways they don’t yet understand. The deeper they go, the more the lines between justice and destiny blur. Haunted by glimpses of possible futures, they must face a truth that will change everything. What began as a hunt becomes a journey that could reshape history—and reveal a bond with the boy far deeper than they ever imagined.

The world is a cruel and corrupt place full of envy, greed, jealousy, hatred, suffering around nearly every corner, sadness and death. Meanwhile those with a silver or golden spoon in their mouth since birth live amongst riches and luxury, all with the snap of their fingers. Most nobles had absolutely no clue as to the hardships of those of poorer family backgrounds or social standing. Magic was also heavily governed by nobility as they didn't want to lose control over those who are of lesser status. Trouble was definitely brewing in more ways than one as a particular caged animal is out and causing trouble and showing nobility who holds the true grasp of power. Whilst in the shadows another being rises to the challenge to seek revenge on those whom have wronged and slaughtered people that were caught up in the crossfire. For those who are trying to maintain their holding onto what cards in their possession from the deck of cards must tread lightly or risk everything being pulled out from beneath them in a blink of an eye. One's feelings must never ever get in the way of succession, not even for a brief moment to allow sappy feelings of love to bloom in the most unlikely of places.....or perhaps maybe it could??

In the big, bright heart of Tokyo, where the city never sleeps and people pass by like ghosts in a crowd, two strangers cross paths on a quiet, windswept afternoon. Miku Oliver, a sharp yet guarded girl caught between expectations and identity, isn’t looking for anyone. And Rio—a quiet newcomer trying to escape his own shadows—isn’t expecting anything either. But sometimes, all it takes is a single glance. Bound by coincidence and pulled by something neither can explain, Miku and Rio embark on a journey through laughter, silence, and the unspoken emotions that begin to bloom between them. As the city around them pulses with life, they’ll learn that even the softest moments can echo the loudest in the heart. A slow-burn romance filled with gentle tension, fleeting touches, and the kind of warmth that only grows stronger over time.

Reyhan Alther died at the age of 20 and was reincarnated… as the wind. Formless and directionless, he drifted through a new world filled with wonder and cruelty. But from that breeze, everything began. With a mysterious power called the Divine Spirit System, Reyhan slowly rose—guiding spirits, gathering followers, and changing the course of the world. From a lonely gust, he became a figure known as Father… even to the gods. A battle of fate awaits. But before that, there's still time for the wind to whisper… and maybe crack a small joke or two.

In the town where sea breeze meets falling petals, two hearts begin to awaken. Shiomachi is a quiet coastal town where the cherry blossoms bloom like pink snow each spring, and the salty air carries secrets of the sea. Ren Takahashi — sixteen, quietly talented, with music in his soul and the weight of expectations on his shoulders — lives a simple life in a middle-class family. A gifted guitarist who prefers to keep to himself, Ren’s days are filled with the rhythms of school, home, and the endless horizon beyond the rooftops. Aoi Fujimura, sixteen and endlessly curious, lives just a few streets away. An artist with a heart full of dreams and a sketchbook always in hand, she sees beauty in every detail of their town: the glint of sunlight on the waves, the dance of petals in the wind, the hidden stories of their neighbors. When fate — and a runaway sketchbook — brings Ren and Aoi together beneath the ancient cherry tree at their high school gate, the course of their lives begins to shift. As the seasons change, so too does the world around them, and what starts as chance encounters slowly weaves into something deeper: friendship, first love, and the bittersweet moments that shape who we become. The Wind of the Cherry Blossoms is a tender, coming-of-age romance set against the vivid backdrop of small-town Japan, where every breeze carries a new beginning and every falling petal holds a promise.

A world where magic beasts went extinct… until technology revived them! David wakes up in the middle of a Hatching Ceremony in the body of Jethro Merrick, clutching the lowest ranked egg. Now he’s living the life of a poor mechvet’s son, dreaming of adventure as a Riftwalker (think monster taming and dungeon clearing… but with cybernetic beasts!). But dreams crash fast. His egg hatches into a Red Lizard—cute but powerless and only used for pest control. Just as Jethro resigns himself to a boring life, a wrong turn during a Rift Training expedition lands him in a forbidden Rift zone. He barely escapes alive… only to wake up with a supercharged power: he can see the magic and mechanics of every mechbeast, right down to their origins! Here’s the catch: the ancient conqueror who once had this power wants it back, and he’s bringing an army of terrifying mechbeasts to take it. To survive, Jethro must build an army of his own, starting from his powerless frail lizard. But can a pest-control pet (and its rookie human) save the world? Let’s hope so, because our dear world of Nebulon desperately needs saving!

"The Wind Blades" takes readers on a captivating journey through a world where elemental powers are the norm. At its heart, the story follows Tatsuya, a scarred and enigmatic air elemental, as he embarks on a quest for vengeance against Lord Kuro, the unjust executioner of his father. Tatsuya's plan to seek justice hinges on the aid of the legendary and eponymous Wind Blades, a group of elite warriors led by the formidable earth elemental, Jao.

Eun Jae-hyun, a reserved freshman majoring in Audio Engineering, lives his life quietly, avoiding attention and hiding his love for music behind his headphones. But when he's recruited to help with the school's underground music club, he meets Kang Min-woo, a popular yet unpredictable senior vocalist with a reputation for skipping practice and breaking hearts. Thrown into late-night rehearsals, impromptu songwriting sessions, and the chaos of an upcoming campus concert, Jae-hyun finds himself drawn to Min-woo's raw talent and complicated personality. As the volume rises on their music-and their feelings-both must confront the noise of their pasts to discover if they can write a future in harmony.

I spun for reincarnation and rolled on a top tier race but the location wasn’t right

Collection of poems and letters expressing the feelings that never made it through to the intended people.

*I just wanted to run a café... not fight monsters in dungeons...* An office worker quits her job and opens a café, but things take an unexpected turn when there turns out to be a dungeon underneath it! Or when she awakens. Or somehow survives an S-rank dungeon. Despite awakening, she's still set on opening her café and running it peacefully. But why does she keep getting dragged into these tragedies?! And why are the S-rankers suddenly so interested in her?!

18 year old niki decides to change his life and became stronger . for this he becames fighter and partisipatec official fights which is organised by mafia and supervised by government

Three bloodlines. One body. One soul without a nation. An—a girl carrying the blood of France, China, and Vietnam—lives not only amidst the clashes of culture, history, and politics, but also torn apart by society’s prejudices on gender, identity, and dignity. A memory-erasing drug has upended everything. But scarier than losing one’s memory— is no longer knowing who you are in this world. As the shattered mirrors of the past begin to reflect, as family, love, and hatred intertwine into an inescapable maze, An must choose: to become a pawn in the power game between East and West, or to rise and defend the rejected part of her own humanity. In a world being assimilated and fractured, amid political schemes and battles for identity, The Rebel of the Wind is a journey against the current— where one deemed “wrong” learns how to live “right” with herself. A story of identity, forgiveness, and dignity. A sigh for those who were never chosen— but still chose to exist. And a gentle reminder: No matter how many bloodlines run through you, you can still bloom like a lotus in the mud.

When June's parents finally get a divorce after years of turmoil she feels like her entire world is falling apart, feeling helpless she is forced to adapt when her mom decides they need a fresh start after her dad leaves to start his new family. They leave their old life behind and move into a new high class neighborhood a stark contrast of their former one with the help of her mom's Boss' Friend   Despite watching her parents love crumble,she still secretly wishes to know what being loved feels like, she loves the idea of love,loves reading  and watching them in books and cheesy romance movies, but that is where it ends, she doesn't let anyone in, has never had a real boyfriend,never been in love. That is until she meets Will their Neigbor/Landlords son,As they lock eyes,exchange words and  Sparks fly... She must confront her deep- seated fears. Will she allow the downfall of her parent's Marriage hold her back, or will she take a chance at  Love and being happy?

In a world where the fate of humanity has been transformed by extraordinary powers, the life of Lian Voss, a young man with a seemingly insignificant ability, takes an unexpected turn when he discovers that his Gift hides more than he thought. In this scenario of extraordinary powers and unprecedented challenges, will Dorien be able to overcome the obstacles on his way to the top?

In the vast and volatile lands of Tepr, the Jabliu and Alinkar tribes, long-standing enemies, have forged an uneasy alliance. The price of peace? A union through matrimony between Naci, the fiery and ambitious daughter of Jabliu's chieftain, and the elusive heir of Alinkar, Horohan. Through Naci's contact, Horohan, embarks on a transformative journey to embrace her true self. Simultaneously, Naci's brother, Puripal, finds himself drafted into the Moukopl army, only to become entangled with Puripal, the fourth prince of the grand Yohazatz khanate. From the windswept steppes to the towering peaks of the Tengr Mountains, Tepr is a realm of contrasts, a mosaic of tribes, each fiercely guarding its identity and territory. While the alliance is a political move, for Naci, it's an opportunity. She doesn't just see a marriage; she sees a stepping stone, a path that might lead her to the ultimate prize: the unification of all the tribes under one banner. But the path to power is fraught with challenges, and the distant Moukopl empire, looming beyond the Tengr mountains, has long held an iron grip over the region. As Naci rises, voices from every corner emerge—from battle-worn warriors and cunning spies to scheming diplomats and conflicted imperial insiders. In a world where alliances are as fluid as the winds over the steppes, the corridors of power pulse with hidden agendas, where the promised grandeur of empires meets the raw ambition of its people. In this saga of loyalty, ambition, and sacrifice, an unexpected series of events may turn into the catalyst for a revolution that will forever reshape the world.

Strongly inspired by Slavic mythology -----------Warning in the end----------- A rag-tag group of newly freed slaves finds themselves in the continent's largest and most dangerous forest after the oldest of them made a deal with some of chorts living in it . Watch them trying to navigate the warzone of a society ruled by racism , homophobia , violence , sexism and the whims of the gods while trying to keep themselves and those around them sane and safe . All the while facing their own trauma and prejudice and being forced to grow into better people . -aka- Watch me an (idiot) amatour author try and spin a story and try to keep those idiots alive maybe even have them building a nation , while trying to make more slavic mythology inspired fiction because its super fucking cool and also facing the brutal reality that yes my culture has a LOT of problems . Constructive criticism will be appreciated -------Warnings------- Things happening: racism ; homophobia ; violence ; sexism ; xenophobia ; violence Mentioned: cannibalism Specifications : Use of slur , racial discrimination and stereotyping of a Romani character

He was a virgin. He had never kissed, never touched… never sinned. But fate threw him onto a throne drenched in filth. When Ruel, a quiet 20-year-old orphan, is abducted and sold into a secret auction, he thinks his life is over. But it’s just beginning. A brutal experiment transfers his soul into the body of Emris — the most feared and worshipped king of a filthy world where desire rules and cruelty reigns. A kingdom where women kneel, men obey, and sins are celebrated like festivals. But Ruel isn't Emris. He doesn't know how to touch, to command, to dominate… He doesn’t even know how to lie. Yet now, he must rule this corrupted kingdom — pretending to be the king everyone fears and desires. But power comes with a price, and the real Emris… isn't gone. “Filthy Temptation: A Virgin on a Filthy Throne” An intoxicating tale of seduction, identity, and the darkest edges of desire. --- Warning: Heavy mature content. Minor's should stay away from this novel.. The novel is full of 18+ content so read the novel keeping the warning in mind. Those readers who do not like to read mature content should stay away from this novel.

Serena, a young woman at the end of her high school years, returns home only to discover the tragic death of her adoptive grandmother. In the midst of grief and utter solitude, she finds a letter containing the elderly woman’s final wishes. Following the instructions, she moves from Rome to Aosta to attend a mysterious college isolated in the mountains. But what seems to be merely a place of study hides a dark secret. Amid bullying and threats, Serena begins to suspect the true nature of her classmates. When the truth finally reveals itself to her, there will be no escape. Ares, the future king of the werewolves, claims her as his mate against her will. In love with the beta of the Blackmoon pack, she trusts Elio to help her escape and return home. However, the escape will never lead her back to the human world. Fate has other plans: to use her desire to live peacefully among humans as a tool to break a curse cast by Hecate, the goddess who turned them into supernatural creatures. Trapped in a world ruled by ancient curses and deception, Serena must make a choice to survive: follow the rules of destiny or defy them. I'm Italian, and I'm trying to write this story in English. Please excuse any mistakes or errors in my writing.

I am a star wars fan and decided to create a star wars fanfic so here is what it is about I was reincarnated in star wars with a system, a new type I would say and I was reincarnated a few years after order 66 and decided to join the empire inorder to prepare. Prepare for what you say well am glad you asked, you see I believ that if you are reincarnated or transfered in any way to a new universe with memory of your past, there will always be others like you whether 2 or 3 it does not matter and especially in a universe like star wars where it could disrupt the balance So there will be others like me allies or enemies, they shall be uncovered in due time. Now let's see how I fate in this new universe and what the force has install for me ( Please note, this is very IMPORTANT that the Mc is not going to be Force sensitive in the beginning , don't worry you will understand what I mean in due time. Star wars does not belong to me but I created this version of the fanfic and I will not be OP, not in the beginning and not in 20 years and somethings will be different) Time will fly fast

When the plane went down into the endless ocean, I thought I was dead. But I woke up battered, bleeding, and alone, on an island that doesn’t exist on any map. It looked like paradise at first… until I realized paradise doesn’t come with whispers in the trees and shadows that move when you're not looking. Then I found her, Laura. She was hurt, scared, but alive. The only other survivor. I didn’t ask for company, but something about her kept me close. She saw me as her protector, and maybe I was. But even I couldn’t protect her from the truth I carry. The truth about this island. The truth about who I really am. I tried to keep her safe. I tried to keep her from knowing. But the past always finds a way to surface, like wreckage from the bottom of the sea. And when she finally discovers the reason we’re both here… she might hate me forever. Now, I have a choice. Let her go and lose the only person who’s ever truly seen me or beg her to stay, even if it means dragging her deeper into the nightmare I’ve spent my life running from. Can I save her… or will I be the reason she doesn’t make it out alive? A gripping story of survival, buried secrets, and a dangerous love born from the wreckage.

Ray was born with a unique condition that made his muscle 3x denser than a normal human. This made him incredibly strong.. But also very slow, his reflex also suffered from this. He's pretty much like that one friend that plays with 999ms of internet speed and enjoy it... That lunatic.... Anyway.. In his world a new game has been released in the public.. Whats more, that same company who made it also invented a special device for this game... And the first Full Dive Virtual Reality have been introduced in this world. Now of course our MC here managed to get a hold of the device and also the game and joined the game quite early. Although he wasn't one of the beta tester tho.. Wanna know what he did??

Two individuals with difficult upbringings tried to end their life on separate occasions. Under usual circumstances, they meet afterwards and make a bet on life. It's about trauma, healing, and forgiveness. Making difficult life decisions and learning from them. With love and drama. It's a long journey for these two broken souls.

Audrey, a chef, died after giving birth to her son. Then she met a god who gave her a second chance to live but it came with two choices: First Option: To live poorly but at 28 she will be destined to marry a handsome and kind billionaire Second Option: To live as the richest woman but she will have to marry a cold billionaire who will betray her for his lover? Everyone might choose the first option for short suffering but longer gain, however Audrey chose to be a rich woman even though in the end she had to marry a man who didn't love her and would definitely betray her. The god granted Audrey's choice, removed the memories of her past life and their meeting. She reincarnated as a baby born in a rich family, the third child of Mr. Arthur Wijaya and Mrs. Jessica Wijaya. Twenty-eight years later, Audrey who is now named Luna is arranged by her family to marry a billionaire who is cold, but has a handsome and very charming face, Andy. Luna finally married Andy, but Andy didn't touch her at all because in his heart there is only Elizabeth, the lover who is already pregnant with Andy's child. Luna is a woman who has a cheerful nature, always thinks positively, and is very passionate. After she finds out that Andy is having an affair behind her back, Luna turns into a violent woman, then she retaliates for Andy's actions in the same way. In the end, will she remember that this is the kind of life she chose or will she live like a fool, desperate to break the love between her husband and his mistress?

it's about a boy who became a monster

It is the strongest webnovel I have written.