Contagious

One evening, Arjun was browsing an app when he came across a profile that instantly caught his attention. Her name was Shivani, and her smile was like sunshine, her eyes sparkling with warmth. Curiosity got the better of him, so he messaged, "Your smile is contagious." To his surprise, she replied quickly, "Aww, thank you! How’s your day going?" What started as small talk quickly turned into deep conversations. Shivani wasn’t just a pretty face – her kindness and charm made her feel like a princess. As the days went by, Arjun couldn’t help but look forward to every message, feeling like he'd found someone truly special in the most unexpected place.

I had always seen myself a certain way, as good and loving daughter and a girl who enjoyed reading and laying on the grass in my clearing staring up at the sky. A simple and good person. But this world is cruel to simple, good people. ---- In the year 1674 I was sentence to death. The people I grew up with, laughed and cried with, the people I shared precious memories with abandoned me, scorned me, called me horrible things and laughed as I died. But the thing about death is... It's not always permeant! But theirs would be. Their deaths would be a long bloody nightmare! ---- Scarlet Grey was betrayed and abandoned by those she thought would always stand by her. So when the opportunity for vengeance is presented to her by a devilishly handsome stranger, she takes it and with it she became the eternal companion of an insane ancient vampire... Evan Evers. And sometimes... Insanity's contagious.

Su Nian traveled through the book and became the vicious wife of the second male lead in the novel “Bitch Mary” Faced with a net worth of hundreds of billions, he wakes up in an 800-square-meter villa every day, surrounded by countless servants, but has no love in his life. Su Nian, who had traveled through time, immediately kowtowed three times to God. From then on, he lived a “miserable” life for the original owner. It’s just that the genius cub he accidentally raised killed the original heroine and heroine. Just when Su Nian thought he was going to live a “miserable” life like this, he was suddenly reborn back to the starting point. The heroine White Lotus looked pitiful. Su Nian sighed, it’s okay, as long as Zazai is born again, he can win again. Then in order to give birth to a genius cub, she began to try her best to please her cheap husband. But Su Nian never dreamed that her cheap husband Li Beichen could actually read minds. When she put Zaizai in her arms, she realized something was wrong. Why didn’t something happen to her cheap husband who died long ago in her previous life? ? * When Li Beichen fell ill, Su Nianyi took care of him without hesitation. Before Li Beichen had time to be moved, he heard Su Nian’s heartfelt words [Oh, Li Beicheng is a big unjust licker, I just told the heroine that his disease was contagious, and the heroine ran away] When Su Nian made a long declaration of love in front of the heroine and moved everyone around him Li Beichen heard Su Nian’s voice: “How long will it take to finish this plot? Don’t delay my time to go to 857!” 】 When Su Nian and the heroine cried together What Li Beichen heard was “Fortunately, I painted my eyes with onions before coming here. Who can cry with me?” I’ll kill you! 】 Li Beichen:…… It's not my own

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DÉVIL'S Barbie PROLOGUE Aurora's life was a testament to innocence and virtue. Raised in the sheltered walls of an orphanage, she grew up with a heart full of kindness and a soul so pure it seemed almost otherworldly. Her days were spent helping the sisters with chores, attending mass, and dreaming of a simple life. She never knew the harsh realities of the world beyond the orphanage's gates. As she blossomed into a beautiful young woman, her naivety only deepened. She saw the world through a lens of goodness, believing everyone had a heart of gold. Her smile could light up a room, and her laughter was contagious. At twenty years old, she was still a wide-eyed and gentle soul, unaware of the darkness that lurked in the shadows. After completing her education, she returned to the orphanage as a worker, dedicating herself to caring for the very children she once called friends. Her life was a simple, peaceful routine, devoid of any hint of adventure or excitement. But fate had other plans. In the blink of an eye, Aurora's tranquil existence was shattered. She was snatched from the orphanage grounds, dragged into a dark van, and thrust into a world of crime and violence. Her whole life was crumbled upon and her dreams shattered.

"I've never once thought that zombies would be deadly; Yet here I am deadlier" Yuki Fleur is a first-year college student, studying fine arts and design, in the country of New Zealand. Little did she expect that, by the time she had woken up, the world had turned into ruins from a certain virus-parasitic epidemic. Contagious, deadly, rabid, these characteristics are thoroughly described by none other than Wattson Claire and Turner Andrew, one of the few scientists who played a big part on the experiment produced as bio-weapons for the modern-global war, from a secret organisation called ‘S.P.E.C.T.R.E.’ Bitten by a zombie, right across her hind, she was exiled from her group due to her alarming risk for turning into one of them. Despite her ruptured flesh, she manages to swiftly avoid multiple obstacles, defying death itself, and fortunately survives, and saved from the hands of Grey Turner, the son of Andrew Turner, inside an abandoned house. She then becomes immune from the parasitic fungi/virus inside her cells and overturned her twisted rabid state due to her abnormal cells. Will Fleur and Grey be able to produce a complex vaccine out from her DNA, or fail from the mutated monsters lurking in the shadows? ***Parasyte: Yuki, Fleur S., and Parasyte: Turner, Grey B. are interconnected stories. In this novel, you'll experience the adventure of the little girl who's ridiculously lucky enough to survive the onslaught of the undead. She's more on the funny side than Grey, the main protagonist in his world. Let's unravel the mysteries of the world infested with undead monsters. We'll learn how to love, laugh, smile, cry, which also has a lot of Yuri (GirlxGirl) fantasies- *cough* Please enjoy reading the novel~ -Original Artwork by Cr4sh4rT Facebook link page: https://www.facebook.com/Cr4sh4rt.ngocnam/?ref=page_internal Gmail: cr4sh4rt@gmail.com -Original PHOTOGRAPH

In the sprawling metropolis of Tokyo, where dreams once flourished, a seemingly ordinary 18-year-old high school student named Hiroshi is thrust into a nightmarish reality. The fragile fabric of society unravels as an insidious and highly contagious disease spreads with terrifying speed, shattering the illusion of safety. It strikes without warning, leaving devastation and despair in its wake. Hiroshi, trapped within the confines of his school, witnesses the swift descent of Japan into chaos, and soon, the rest of the world follows suit. As the infection ravages the land, leaving cities overrun by the relentless hordes of the undead, Hiroshi and a small group of survivors find themselves battling for their lives against an enemy that was once human. Questions echo through their minds: Was this catastrophic outbreak an accidental catastrophe, or did someone orchestrate this nightmarish symphony of destruction with sinister intentions? Doubt gnaws at their sanity as they witness the world they once knew crumble, seemingly at the hands of an invisible puppeteer. Within this apocalyptic landscape, "Apocalypse Rebirth: The Last Hope of a Shattered World" follows Hiroshi's journey, transforming him from an ordinary boy into a reluctant hero. Forced to face unimaginable horrors, he discovers dormant abilities buried within his soul. With newfound powers awakening, Hiroshi becomes the beacon of hope in an otherwise desolate realm. Guided by an enigmatic mentor, Hiroshi embarks on a treacherous quest to unveil the truth behind the outbreak. Along the way, he encounters a diverse cast of fellow survivors, each burdened by their own pasts and harboring secrets that threaten to tear the group apart. Together, they navigate the ruins of civilization, their steps haunted by the constant threat of the undead and the ever-looming shadow of a malevolent force manipulating their destinies. As the journey unfolds, Hiroshi and his companions unravel the shocking secrets hidden within the shattered remnants of society. Dark conspiracies, ancient prophecies, and sinister experiments converge, revealing a terrifying web of deception and betrayal. In the face of overwhelming despair, Hiroshi must confront not only the relentless undead but also the darkness that resides within himself. Will he rise above the chaos and become the beacon of hope the world so desperately needs, or will he succumb to the temptations of power and lose his humanity? "Apocalypse Rebirth: The Last Hope of a Shattered World" is an epic tale of survival, redemption, and the indomitable strength of the human spirit. Within this desperate struggle against the encroaching darkness, the fate of not only Hiroshi and his companions but also the remnants of civilization itself hangs in the balance. In this decaying world, can they reclaim their shattered lives and forge a new path towards a future where hope and humanity endure?

I WROTE A BUNCH OF SENTENCES HERE, IT ALL GOT DELETED- I hate MYSELFFFFFFF Anyway, this story basically is set in a school called "Saints Fall College" and Chiyoye (the MC) has some voices inside his head that tells him to remember something, but the voices doesn't say specifically what. And there's also a contagious virus going around and it targets kids :D. Also, somehow the thing that the voices want Chiyoye to remember is linked with Yamato, his school crush. And a bunch of sh*t then happens. Yeah, so, read to find out! (cover image does NOT belong to me, I don't know the original artist, sorry!)

"Fear is a feeling, but it tends to run deeper than that. It's like a virus. Resilient and highly contagious. And even the smallest seed of it can grow to destroy you." °°°°°° It's the year 2280. Airborne particles were invented with the intent to eradicate diseases but instead they become radioactive, toxic and severely deadly to anyone who breathes in even a tiny amount. The world becomes a dystopia and is uninhabitable. With time running out for humans on earth, Hiro Tachibana is one of the scientists that has to find out if a new planet is fit for habitation. But when people start turning up dead on the spaceship and there are more questions than answers, Hiro realizes that he may not be able to trust anyone. Not even himself. DISCLAIMER: The picture in the book cover does not belong to me. AN: This book is undergoing a MAJOR rewrite. The previous chapters are not available for now so don't start reading it. I'll post an announcement when I'm done editing. Thank you!

DISCLAIMER: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events and incidents are either the products of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. From the ravages of of extreme poverty, typhoons, and losing hope. Out of life's hardship a dream germinated... How a mother's sacrifices and selfless love pave a way to his children and other's affected by her contagious love and care for others. How families merged and united to find her, when she lost her memories about them when Alzheimer's attack and she even can't know her own name. The memories of the past was lost but her heart and love was there to identify her as the person they once love and loved them. How the action, the life and death situation and the developing romance gives the thrill of the life of the Tira and Yamadachi families.

On a TV The severity of coronary heart disease is higher in people over 50 years of age. So far, more than 50 people have died from coronavirus. Like a contagious disease From one to another Has begun to spread. It is likely to spread when transferring money. Daughter-in-law Devi: Uncle, Pathingala? If you go anywhere on Friday, go and buy. Granddaughter Vanilla (age 12): Grandfather to the aged Corona Varuduna then goes to our Yarna shop. "Uz" from her mother Devi That boring noise. Devi is a good bride in the present times. Uncle will be satisfied only if he goes out and does the necessary housework for the house Modern bride. Ramasamy is a farmer. In the village of Srivilliputhur in Virudhunagar district After the death of his beloved wife Lakshmi, the son married the coveted woman Love Marriage. He will come to Chennai to stay with his son and granddaughter for a few days. Only then can you endure a week there if you do the housework. He understood the meaning of the goddess "Uz".

What would happen if our oh-so-handsome Casanova CEO meets our oh-so HANDSOME innocent Assistant? _ _ _ _ _ "Woah. I never know your sickness is contagious Keith" "what" "look at your assistant, he's a natural just like you hahaha" I'm not Casanova sir, I'm just a girl. _ _ _ _ _ look at the man beside him, I'm a man, I'm a man, I'm a man, look at the man whos smiling like an angel I'm a man, I'm a man, I'm a man look at the pair of flirting couple I'm a man, I'm a man, I'm a man, I'm a fu*king man "fuck, hands off at my fucking man" "Ummm, sir who's your man?" _ _ _ Xiera Eden Tan, the eldest daughter of the Tan Family. Eldest sister of ML. Known far and wide for being aloof, cold and domineering ice queen but she has a secret buried deep in her heart that even her closest family didn't know of. "Oh, my gash. I saw a uke,kyaaaahh" or so she thought "Oh, my gash.. the uke is working at my brother's place,kyaaahhhh. This is the legendary Boss-Assistant Theme Yaoi kyaaaaahhh" hence her 100%matchmaking yaoi skills was destroyed. _ _ warning.lots of curses and grammatical errors ahead

TGIC(The Grin Is Contagious) is a short story based on a little event that happened with Vaani Prasad (the author). A mere five minute read, TGIC tries to convey the fact that sometimes the littlest of things can have a lasting effect on a person.

He was just another typical Badboy. But with a little twist.... _________ Kyle Anderson may seem like your typical cliche 'Badboy' You know, the flawless beauty, fit muscular body, charming and seductive personality with a hint of rebellious behaviour, captivating green eyes that lure in, contagious smile, good taste in branded clothing and vehicles, mysterious secrets and of course, the deep sexy voice that gives you the wild Jurassic park feeling inside your stomach. But, he was more than what his badboy facade gave out. More than what anyone would of thought... He was a mysterious figure that no one could figure out yet his seduction skills were irresistible. He was after all, just another badboy. Or so they thought...

On the 2nd, month 2, year 2222, there was an incident in which about 10% of the world's population fell into a mass coma. Not knowing what caused the incident to occur, many thought it was due to a contagious virus, some said that it was caused by air pollution, and some said that this was due to divine punishment. Until now it is still a mystery. //////////////////////////////////////////////// "Where am I!" Iqbal said. "Welcome to the world of levantein," said Tina "It's magic!" said Iqbal with his body covered in black aura. "The world is in a state of danger, because the fallen god ordered all of his troops to destroy us races who are under the protection of the 11 gods and goddesses," said the priest. "Come on, we will go on a journey to defeat the God of Destruction!" Iqbal explained. "OK!" "Of course" "Got it, Boss" replied Lee Hen-Wo, Balad, and Dion.

Synthia Gold, a responsible and friendly, 10th grader. She may have been mediocre at appearance and academics , but her positive personality was really contagious. No one really hated her, only because there's nothing to hate. She's usually seen with friends or participating in clubs lighted by her burning passion for music and performing arts. Tyler Wood, a new and nerdy, 10th grader. He is very much an introvert, considering being new and not being the one to initiate conversations. No one knows anything about him. He's usually seen burying his face on that little notebook of his, writing, drawing, studying, or just staring at it. Despite being complete opposites in personality. A spark of curiosity led them to bond. But a secret buried in the past was hindering them from moving on. Read to know further the truth. Will they move on from the chains of regret from their past or will they fail and get buried with it? *SORRY CHAPTERS COULD BE SLOW*

"......" [male voice] "....e up" [male voice] "Wake up, girl. I know you are confused but listen first and think later. You are already dead and your God summon your soul to become my helper. Now your soul is combined with my cheat system." [male voice] "Your new name is Yang Guan Xi. The core of my cheat system, The Husband and Wives system. I'm sorry for your limited freedom, but when I'll strong enough, I will recreate your body, whether your past or new appearance." [male voice] " You will reincarnate together with me to your past world. Let's survive together." [male voice] (I see. He is become my master and controlling me, I hope he is a gentleman not an arrogant and hideous man.) [Yang Guan Xi] (Later, I found out, he is just focus on surviving for him, his wives, his friends,his family and those who plead help for survival. Not a hypocrite who saving everyone for justice or something like that.) [Yang Guan Xi] (I quite like my master, just at first quite disappoint with his bad habit. He often self talking but swearing to unknown, and later, I found out that bad habit contagious to his wives and including me.) [Yang Guan Xi] ---000--- "D*mn You Author, why did my cover cockroach and lady cockroach. Are you saying I'm lady cockroach and my master cockroach" [Yang Guan Xi] ----------------- Greeting reader, this novel is my first time writing, and I'm still not used with writing, I hope later I can fast release. And I apologize if there are some miss type since English is not my primary language. And if you like my novel, you can see my notice in my patreon, and support me in my paypal www.patreon.com/minyou www.paypal.me/yangminyou Thank you

A story of girl have a lot of trouble in life but she never let her smile to go away. She always smile. When she cry, she just look as seh is smiling with tears. Get what she want, when her wish have Dead .

Bluey's life was a testament to innocence and virtue. Raised in the sheltered walls of an orphanage, she grew up with a heart full of kindness and a soul so pure it seemed almost otherworldly. Her days were spent helping the sisters with chores, attending mass, and dreaming of a simple life. She never knew the harsh realities of the world beyond the orphanage's gates.As she blossomed into a beautiful young woman, her naivety only deepened. She saw the world through a lens of goodness, believing everyone had a heart of gold. Her smile could light up a room, and her laughter was contagious. At twenty years old, she was still a wide-eyed and gentle soul, unaware of the darkness that lurked in the shadows.After completing her education, she returned to the orphanage as a worker, dedicating herself to caring for the very children she once called friends. Her life was a simple, peaceful routine, devoid of any hint of adventure or excitement. But fate had other plans.In the blink of an eye, Bluey's tranquil existence was shattered. She was snatched from the orphanage grounds, dragged into a dark van, and thrust into a world of crime and violence. Her whole life was crumbled upon and her dreams shattered. You want to read more right? Then let's get on the ride.

"Petal is a vision of grace and charm, captivating everyone with her delicate beauty and radiant presence. Her features are as enchanting as her name suggests, with soft, flawless skin that seems to glow with a natural luminescence. Her eyes, wide and expressive, are pools of innocence that draw you in with their depth and warmth. They sparkle with a childlike curiosity and a hint of shyness that only adds to her allure. Her hair, cascading in soft waves, frames her face like a halo, enhancing her ethereal appearance. When she smiles, it's as if the world lights up around her, her cheerfulness contagious and uplifting. Petal's laughter is a melody, sweet and genuine, capable of brightening even the gloomiest of days. Despite her striking looks, it is her demeanour that truly makes her unforgettable. Petal's innocence and shyness create an air of mystery and purity that is both endearing and intriguing. She has a way of making anyone feel special without even trying, her gentle nature and sincere kindness effortlessly drawing people towards her. Her cheerful spirit is infectious; she has a knack for seeing the beauty in the simplest of things and sharing that joy with those around her. Petal's presence alone is enough to make hearts flutter and spirits lift, leaving a lasting impression on anyone fortunate enough to cross her path. " the most wanted criminal said in response when asked by the judge, before sentencing him to death"What was the reason he got obsessed with his stepdaughter?"

Wang Lei is an MMORPG maniac, he always playing in the tournament and competing to the nationals, but he also a big fan in cultivation and martial arts. So he always practicing silly kung fu moves that he watches in the internet as an daily exercise, When he about to do his daily exercise there's someone knocking at the front door, when he about to check the front door using the eye socket, there's no one at the front door so he open the door and there's some random packaged at his door, he is high alert, because it can be some contagious thing or suspicious things, so he grab his gloves, mask and hazmat suite that he buy on EBAY, then he livestream at the internet, as a proof when he died, when he about to check the box, there's some ping at his computer, there's some email that related to the box, there's some warning but he ignored it because of curiousness, when he open it, everything goes black.

Seventeen years ago, one negligent scientist accidentally invented a toxin that functions like a highly contagious virus when attempting to develop a weapon. Unfortunately, there are no symptoms. The victim only becomes aware when all the bones in the neck vehemently shatter. Then, the skin around it slowly seethes from the inside out, resulting in the head to plummet from the body, to collapse and crumble into ashes vanishing steadily in the non-existent wind. It has slaughtered over half the living population. So now all the civilized citizens live in small towns with many restrictions and laws to ensure no one gets infected or you are forced to scavenge and hunt for food on their own, this information would be recognized in history books as the time we met humankind’s demise. I am Alcmene Argent and this is my story.

A hissy fit thrown by an adult. Is anger contagious? Read on then. A very very short story written by mainly anger. Will the writer be embarassed by it later and regretting it? Yes. But is she going ahead anyways? Also yes.

Like a contagious virus, pretty and athletic girls in their teens start disappearing around the globe one after another. The mastermind behind these abductions is Madame M, who plans to train these girls into professional killers.

Riccardo Marc Lorenzo was a name whispered in fear and respect in the dark alleys of the city. He was the mafia boss, the one who controlled the streets and the flow of money. His eyes were cold, his heart was hardened, and his soul was scarred. Beatrice Mia Alessandro on the other hand, was a ray of sunshine in a world filled with darkness. Her smile could light up a room, she was so beautiful and always cheerful her laughter was contagious, and her heart was full of love. Their worlds were bound to collide, and when they did, sparks flew.

In the year 2070, a virus resembling the zombie virus is being made in a lab. One of the test subjects escaped the lab and was running free. The government underestimated how contagious the virus was and before they knew it the world had gone to hell. Now with less the 1% of the population left in the whole world, survival is on everyone's mind. Who will be the next to succumb to the virus

The sky, in the shade of gray, Even so, it would like to play, A soul that lack happiness today. Sadness, it wants to fade away, Is what it sadly pray. Soon, the clouds will start to cry, Causing some bees to die, Contagious, I too want to cry. "This feeling will soon dry," A stranger said as "Hi" "Later or tomorrow we'll see the sun, And what you're feeling will soon be gone, Your negativity, is it done? If it is, let's watch the dawn, My friend Ryan. " Is that an invite, I would rather have a fight, To the thing called 'friend' on my right, "There's no need to fright, I just want you to see the light."

Wang Lei is an MMORPG maniac, he always playing in the tournament and competing to the nationals, but he also a big fan in cultivation and martial arts. So he always practicing silly kung fu moves that he watches in the internet as an daily exercise, When he about to do his daily exercise there's someone knocking at the front door, when he about to check the front door using the eye socket, there's no one at the front door so he open the door and there's some random packaged at his door, he is high alert, because it can be some contagious thing or suspicious things, so he grab his gloves, mask and hazmat suite that he buy on EBAY, then he livestream at the internet, as a proof when he died, when he about to check the box, there's some ping at his computer, there's some email that related to the box, there's some warning but he ignored it because of curiousness, when he open it, everything goes black.

In a world where magic has been pushed to near extinction, Hasegawa Emika, a young woman in the business of growing bonsai trees, suddenly finds herself inflicted with a deadly curse. Not only do larger and larger pieces of wood start erupting from within her body; worse, these growths appear contagious and kill off everyone around her. Her circle of friends completely gone, she now faces the reality of not only being all alone, but also having to delve into the world of magic that thus far has been completely unbeknown to her, all while slowly turning into a monster.

Alisha Clarke never thought it would go this far. When 15 y/o Ali first laid eyes on Joshua Clarke, she was mesmerized; by 16, he warned her he was trouble, that the devilry of his life was too contagious for her to ever wind up with him. Josh tried to evade her, do anything to keep Ali away, yet despite his deterrence, she couldn't stay away from him or his messy life. By 17, Ali's irrevocably in love with Josh, pleading him to reconsider. 8 years later, Ali's so deep in, there's no end or escape in sight. "Once you're in, you're in," he told her, years before he changed. "If you don't want this, walk away. But if you're in, don't ask questions." Ali deluded herself, thinking it couldn't be that bad, so she stayed. She loved him. If she could now go back in time, Ali would walk away— No matter how much she loved him. While the affluence afforded perks others only dreamed of, it's what Josh does to get them is the part that bothers her. Mostly because she's cast in the dark where his clandestine affairs are concerned; it eats away at her, burning her to the point where Ali's convinced Josh is a criminal. Constantly looking over her shoulder, always being followed at close distance to be safe, and then there was the gun in her purse – it would make anyone anxious. But it pales in comparison to everything else that goes on: the strange men roving about their home; Josh or his crew coming back shot, stabbed, covered in blood; or the extreme lengths he went to keep his operations classified from her. Running away is not an option. How does she know? She's tried and paid for it, continuing to run even when Josh threatens her with death every time he drags her back. But what happens when Ali gets caught in the middle of Josh’s exploits, forced to pay for his actions? Will Ali make it out alive or will it perpetually destroy them beyond repair?