Down A Dark Road A Kate Burkholder

The world of earth is above the most deadly world. Xu Jing aspires to make more money in the end becoming an enchanter thereby risking his life. He is the destined saviour of the humans but he has to pass through the test of endurance before he can be what he us destined to be . He has to first scale through the deadliest tournament of all times .

WARNING: DARK ROMANCE, MATURE The judge's lips curved into a thin, wicked smile as her gaze locked onto Asher. She stepped forward, her black lace gown trailing behind her like a dark, flowing shadow. Beneath the mask that obscured her eyes, something cold and knowing gleamed—a predator sizing up its prey. Asher’s pulse quickened. He hadn’t expected this. No one had. From his seat, Mr. Evergland studied the scene with careful detachment, one hand resting casually on the arm of his throne-like chair. The room was tense, a ripple of hushed murmurs passing through the vampire assembly. Some watched with fascination. Others with growing unease. A few even looked outright afraid. The judge’s voice shattered the silence, calm but laced with a chilling authority. "You’ve made your choice," she said, each word deliberate. "You want to challenge this union, to save your sister... but you offer yourself as the prize. Very well. Let’s make it official." Asher froze, his breath caught in his chest. Official. The word settled over him like an iron weight, suffocating the air in the room. He had walked into this with no plan, no backup—but now it was too late to back down. The judge raised her hand, and the crowd fell into stunned silence. Her voice rang out again, carrying a finality that reverberated through the cold marble walls. "Tonight, Asher of the Kapella family," she declared, her tone unwavering, "you will not only interrupt our ceremony—you will replace it. We will honor the bond you’ve offered, and in doing so, I will bind you to me." A collective gasp swept through the room. Eyes flicked nervously between Asher and the judge. He could feel the weight of every gaze, but his own mind was spinning. This can’t be happening. This wasn’t part of the plan. "What do you mean?" he stammered, panic creeping into his voice. He had thought he was making a stand, but now it felt like the ground was slipping out from under him. "I... I didn’t mean—" The judge’s smile deepened, cruel and sharp. She tilted her head, as if savoring his discomfort. "Did you really think there would be no consequences?" she asked, her voice silk over steel. "You’ve disrupted our world, Asher. You’ve made your offer, and now... you’ll fulfill it. In the most fitting way." ______ In the desolate world of Rakan, the Evergland Clan reigns supreme as the most powerful royal vampire family. In a bid to secure an alliance, they seek a marriage candidate for their son and turn to the most coveted human family in the land, the Kapellas, who, despite their status, live in poverty and misfortune. This human family consists of a widowed mother, an eldest daughter, and two sons: the youngest son, who is mute, and the eldest son, Asher, who is terminally ill. The Evergland Clan arranges a grand dinner and ball to unite the families. Though the eldest daughter, the family’s pillar of strength, has already found love with another human, she is nonetheless chosen to marry the vampire heir. Bound by duty but conflicted by her heart, she is set to fulfill the Evergland Clan’s wishes. During the proceedings, Asher, determined to protect his sister from a loveless union, takes a bold step. He interrupts the wedding and takes over, giving himself up to a mysterious women. Unaware of the consequences this declaration will bring, Asher unknowingly opens the door to a fate far darker than he could have anticipated.

In a universe torn apart by brutal war, humanity has been nearly driven to extinction. Adam, the last human alive and the heir of vengeance, bears the fate of rebuilding the entire human race! But to do so, he must find and seduce a harem of fiery, beautiful women from every corner of these broken world!

I lived my life very carefully in fear that the butterfly effect would make me lose you. This is a story about seeking a previous life.

A talentless character that was only mentioned once in the novel. The younger brother of one of the main villains. The Ex-Fiance of one of the main heroines. An extra — After dying in an accident, Roye finds himself transmigrated as the disowned son of one of the most powerful families in the world. The world, set in a dark fantasy setting, where humanity still struggles to survive, Roye had fully expected to suffer until... Core Bloodline Acquired- Special Inheritance Gained- Apostle of Death No matter what happens, Roye would do anything to survive in this world.

What exactly is Kung Fu? Flower rack or murder technique? Is the trick brewed from the 3000 year Cold Weapon War and countless private struggles among the people a scam? The pioneer of traditional Chinese martial arts and the first person to dream of martial arts novels, this book reveals the secrets for you. Stop fighting until the point is reached. What would happen if you were invincible Forgive people wherever they are

[R-18 Mature Element Warning!] In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Shivam finds himself grappling with the challenges of existence, yearning for a chance to rise above the ordinary and carve out a place for himself in society. With employment opportunities elusive and his appearance falling short of societal standards, Shivam faces an uphill battle to gain respect and recognition. But when a tantalizing opportunity presents itself in the form of an advertisement post that involves opening the Dark Web to access Add Jobs, Shivam's curiosity is piqued. Desperate for a chance to prove himself and escape the shadows of mediocrity, he takes a leap of faith into the unknown depths of the digital underworld. With nothing to lose and everything to gain, Shivam takes the plunge into the mysterious world of the Dark Web. What he finds there is beyond anything he could have imagined— a realm shrouded in secrecy, teeming with mysteries and supernatural experiences that defy explanation. Shivam also gains many otherworldly benefits from the Dark Web's boxes, including unnatural powers and gadgets. However, these powers were not without their dark side. Follow Shivam's journey through the twisted labyrinth of the Dark Web, where the line between reality and illusion blurs and secrets lurking in the shadows threaten to consume him whole.

The continent of Eqia is suffering from a large-scale war between the two largest religions in the continent Orygar the sun god and Uludos the moon god. Through the adventures of an unlikely party, they learn the secrets of their world and bring destruction to the ongoing war This is a novel has multiple perspectives

What happens if the one transcendent being that cares for mortals fell and got a second chance in a world full of magic, intrigue and possibly even friendships? Does the past determine the future or are we all able to pick our own destiny? An angel, one of the two nigh immortal species in existence, has been hunted and killed by his own kind because he wasn’t prepared to watch silently while his people followed their own desires to whatever end. When, against all odds, he opened his eyes again, he was someone else, his past and powers hidden deep within him. On an ancient world, with advanced magic but medieval technology, he was reborn as Cassandra Pendragon, the youngest daughter of one of the five royal families on Boseiju, the home of the fox tribe, the kitsune. As she grew up, who she was and who she had been, started shaping her future. Forgotten friends and unknown enemies began knocking at her door and while she struggled to find her way between the past and the present, the winds of war were already blowing across her home. I‘ll try to publish at least 2 chapters a week, probably more. The first story arc is pretty much mapped out. Should be around 150 or 160 chapters for the first volume (it’s taking much longer than I expected) and the second one is nearly finished as well. Try it, it should be one hell of a ride. One more thing: the first two chapters are more or less a prologue and if you want to, you can skip them, I wouldn’t recommend it, though. The writing style as well as the perspective shifts dramatically, afterwards. As for trigger warnings: it’s going to get gory from time to time, and the MC often has to pay a toll in blood. Additionally there are -mildly- sexualised scenes, once in a while, but nothing graphic. Lastly, somewhen webnovel changed the description box from female lead to female oriented. It’s mandatory and I can’t change it either way but I have no clue if the book is catering male or female preferences. I hope the description above makes up for whatever confusion it might cause.

A red gate appear. Bring tens of thousands of demon. The last of the Demon King tired and done fighting other demon. Wish to rest and heal his heart. Came to this new world fill with humans. One night and a day change his mind. The king of all demon called a matchmaker. He wanted a bride. Just for them to stop the nagging. The strongest Demon can’t say no to one alone human woman. She was the worst woman to demons. All the demons that she dated ran away. And why was that. They did not say. They just wish to not see her again. She was fed up with them. One night was all it took. “I just want one man even it is a demon to love me for who I am.” She was desperate. “Can they love you? I must say. I don;t think they can.” He eyes fell on her.

Translated Novel Titel: 带着空间在逃荒路上养崽 After retiring, Gulan opened her eyes and found herself in a strange place. There was a little kid lying on her body, crying for his mother while sleeping. ...So she...acted as a mother... ...What? Save your son and raise him up for you. ...What? If you don't agree, you will disappear. ...Okay! Better to live than die. Looking at the skinny little kid with a big head, Gulan was silent. ...From then on, she began her miserable life of raising a child.

King Dimitri III, driven by paranoia and desperation, declared a massacre on the Ember clan because their ability to conjure Phantoms threatened his reign and influence as the monarchical ruler of Eldrador. Regardless of the Embers’ duty to only serve and protect, the righteous king Dimitri feared their rebellion and, thus, ordered their slaughter. Aaron Ember, a humble cobbler living on the outskirts of North Eldrador’s Capital, went into hiding with his family after the king's declaration. Alas! They were caught trying to run away. Aaron's Phantom conjuring ability was no match for the lightsword of the Voldarian soldiers. He and his family were mercilessly murdered. Aaron awakened with a powerful revenge system…. [Ding!! Vessel Reawakening, System binding complete!] [Vessel has gained the status: Rookie] [Congrats! You have been awarded the Requiem: A Retribution System] With the new system to guide his revenge, Aaron swore to annihilate the entire Royal bloodline and the Voldar clan. But what happens when his hunger for power subdues his thirst for revenge? All hail the Phantom Omega!!

Discord if you want to join: https://discord.gg/FuzkPfR A type of DND CYOA, where some unlucky mortal that had gotten involved with Kratos and Atreus ends up on a world walking journey. Eventually Fate will be involved and old friends will reunite after their time together ends suddenly. This is a redo of my first Fanfic Wandering The Dead Roads.

In a world where magic reigns, a terminally ill young man struggles as one of the weakest mages, destined for obscurity and sacrifice. As he battles through treacherous dungeons and faces the haunting reality of his cancer, he discovers that each level gained comes at the cost of his life, forcing him to confront the true meaning of strength, friendship, and sacrifice.

In 2024 a disaster came upon Earth, that caused the planet to change greatly. It was no longer the same. Magic, elf's, vampires, demons and so much more had changed it for the better or the worst. Asclepius now it's name and the baby who's eyes had fluttered open was Adrian Amdis Acheron. A new body, a new world and even a system. What secret does he hold and how will he manipulate everthing to his own advantage? But will the manipulator of manipulators be outsmarted? The one pulling the strings might not be Adrian as he gets washed away to whatever world would get him stronger. ___________________________________________________ This is completely mine. Everything is what I tought long and hard over. And especially used imaginition for. All characters are mine and so is the storyline. The cover isn't mine. If the owner wishes for me to remove it please contact me. *One to five chapters a week.

Risa Nakagami, an 18-year-old farm girl, is eagerly preparing for her sister’s arrival and the upcoming Christmas season. Living a simple yet fulfilling life with her family and her childhood friend, Aaron, she has everything she could wish for. On Christmas day, just as Risa is about to return home with her sister and new lover during a serene walk, a tragic accident claims her life. Awakening in an unfamiliar world, Risa discovers she has been reincarnated as Stella Bushido, the Princess of Lunia. With her memories of her past life intact, she faces the challenge of adapting to her new identity and responsibilities. In the world of Utalia, where Lunia resides, Stella must navigate palace intrigues, political alliances, and the looming threat of rivalling forces that seek to destabilize her realm. Join Stella's journey as the Queen of Lunia, and her reign as the Dark Queen of Arcania in this ultimate tale. --------------------- This was long overdue, and just like Luscious Ambition, this is the ULTIMATE version of Stella's story coming with an entirely new ending and new world-building! To all the Stella fans, I'm giving Stella a proper story, truly.

WARNING: Mature Content The story of a knight who has fallen in love with his queen. It was nothing but that, a simple plot for a fairytale, or was it? He stood proud at seven feet, everything looked minuscule in his sight. He towers above all knights who looked at him with disgust and alarm. He was one of the rebels not long ago, but for an undisclosed reason, he has betrayed his so-called 'brother at arms' for a seat at the round table. People murmured whenever he passes them by, the atmosphere itself was laced with terror as this all muscled barbarian held his head high. Panic in the hearts of many was evoked by his presence alone as he stood before the queen who was forced to face him. "My queen," he knelt before her, and even yet the queen had to look up from her throne to meet his eyes. The frail queen was very small compared to him, her fragile countenance barely reached five feet and her innocent face makes her look like a child. He took in the vision of her as she sat there, trying to look brave as she met his eyes. His queen, the reason why he risked it all and will risk it all again. She sat on the throne judging his motives and all the while fearing him. Was she disgusted by him too? He can't tell. The crowd disappeared and all thoughts from his mind were gone as he was faced with her. She has dark auburn hair that reached past her shoulders, small lips that curled into a thin smile, and eyes that expressed her immense disgust and anger for what she had labeled him in her mind - one of the reasons for the destabilization of her kingdom. He wants it all, all of what she offers. Her beauty, her brilliance, her frailties... at that moment he realized, he wanted all of her.

“Is Pride truly a deadly sin? Surely, living without it is much more torture than living with it. I mean, after everything I’ve been through and everything I’ve done, I have to accept my pride. I am proud to have run away. I am proud to have fallen in love. I am proud to have lied. To have killed. I am proud to have survived, at least in a way… And I am proud of writing my story to you.” Although thought to have died, Etsuko Nokori wakes up in a hospital months after his drug overdose in a world filled with monsters. He finds a journal in the hospital, where he learns of the world’s new residents: Carmuts. The world would’ve ended already if it hadn’t been for humanity’s resilience, thanks to a serum, but even humans became monsters themselves. Etsuko, who hated his previous life’s people, fell in love with his current ones. He now desires nothing more than for everyone in his current life to live and stay with him.

In a world where he has never seen the light, Akriod seeks to negate himself from existence completely.  Having obtained the key to the sacred treasure From the venerable theocracy and caused a massacre that killed millions of lives, he is now the worst war criminal and directly wanted by the Heavenly Court. Now, after fifteen years of absence, he returns to the empire he left after the purge massacre that killed the people of the region where he was born, with one goal in mind: to obtain the map of enlightenment that will lead him to this sacred treasure. But the secret to this treasure lies in a mysterious prophecy, and it can only be opened by the "Chosen One." The person with the holy blood, While anyone else who dared to try to use the sacred treasure would suffer spiritual consequences. And these consequences are what he aims for. As he follows the path of his journey to reach his goal, the world will be plunged into an era of madness before achieving his ultimate goal: disappearing from this hateful existence. ____ Instagram : Valyorad

*based on insights and meditation, really is a fiction pop up in the author's head *A comfy realm for you to cries and laughs Hey, I'm born as secrecy, in a big-big great family. I am a blessing for them. Even if they do a dirty jobs, u should be grateful, they worth the all world's bowels. Humble welcoming, Phoebe ✓ my journey, i love my families ✓ craving for father's loves ✓ moms are da'best!

THE BLACK FIRE OF THE END

A prodigy in the art of cultivation, his powers were stripped away overnight. Yet, defying fate, he began anew, treading the legendary path of immortality. Yang Fan, once hailed as the unparalleled genius of his family, stumbled upon a mysterious artifact—the "Xianhong Ring," a relic capable of linking him to the wondrous Xianhong Realm, where celestial treasures and rare herbs could be cultivated in abundance. In a single night, he was reduced to a mere shadow of his former self, his cultivation crippled, mocked and humiliated by those who once revered him. Yet, his purpose was unwavering—he sought to rebuild his strength, mastering a heaven-defying cultivation technique. From the lowest rungs of the cultivation world, he began his arduous ascent, navigating the perilous road to immortality. Through trials and tribulations, he steadily rose, ultimately becoming a figure of legend—one who would stand peerless across the realms, commanding awe and respect from all seven worlds…

Twenty-four-year-old Kuroi Yami died heroically while saving a young girl from a fire. Reincarnated in the world of Floga, he is now known as Mav Rose. Here, he discovers a power system called the Flame System, where he is granted a high affinity for the seemingly useless Dark Flame. Unbeknownst to him, this flame holds hidden power and immense potential. Join Mav as he embarks on a journey of adventure and self-discovery, unraveling the true capabilities of his unique gift. For more info on the story go to the synopsis of this story on Royal Road where I cross-posted it Join my discord server: https://discord.gg/KNrDx9F2 For more chapters go to: patreon.com/Cinnamoon23

A story about Nei (An uprising footballer). He might get a lot of rivals while playing football but makes some good friendships as will. Can he go pro?

The once "best team in the world" Supa Strikas is in dispair. Once the unrivalled champions of the Super League they now struggle to stay up in the lower divisions of the Super League. How will this team survive with all of its star players retired and no money? Well, a new manager has arrived to save this club, with help from a former player and a ragtag group of youngsters who are willing to give their all. This is the story of How Supa Strikas became the best Club in the world, Again.