A Well Groomed Mind

Sakura Suzuki has always prioritised her friendship with Mia Yoshino, even when it meant burying her own heart. In their second year of college, both girls fall for Haru Soma, but when Mia confesses her feelings, Sakura chooses loyalty over love, silently stepping aside to help Mia win his affection. Years later, on Mia and Haru’s wedding day, the carefully constructed facade shatters. In a shocking turn of events, Haru kisses Sakura—the maid of honour—and confesses a long-hidden truth: "It was always you, Sakura," he said softly, his voice rough. "I've always loved you. Not Mia. You." Guilt and longing consume Sakura as she grapples with the revelation. That night, she makes a wish at 11:11—and wakes up nine years earlier, back in college, on the day she first met Haru. Given a second chance, Sakura is determined to claim the love she sacrificed—but rewriting the past is far more complicated than she imagined. Her choices start to unravel everything she once knew. Friendships are tested, hearts are broken, and Sakura must confront the painful truth: Pursuing her own happiness could cost her everything she holds dear. Will she find the love she's always dreamed of, or will her second chance destroy the very life she hoped to protect?

Read the first six chapters, and you won’t be able to stop. Elliot Crown was just an ordinary teenager......boring life, average grades, nothing special. But one day, he unlocked a terrifying ability: he could hear people’s thoughts… but only if he knew their name and age first. At first, he treated it as a game, exploiting secrets, manipulating people, and bending reality to his will. But then, the nightmare began. One night, he fell asleep in his world—only to wake up in another. No explanation. No way back. Just an unfamiliar world filled with danger. He tried using his ability, desperate for answers. And then… he died. But that wasn’t the end. He woke up again........in a different world. New body. New identity. Same fate. Over and over, the cycle continued. Sometimes a prince, sometimes a slave, a soldier, a sorcerer, a demon… but every time, he met the same cruel fate. Yet Elliot didn’t care. As long as he had his power, he would manipulate, deceive, and twist the world to his will. If the universe wanted to play games with him… then he would play to win.

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

Anthony was an orphan and has been through the hard life filled with suffering Working twenty four hours a day with nothing to show for it. He prayed everyday for a better day but god seem to not hear him He only read novels and other books in other to escape his harsh reality, because it was only in it he found solace He died one night on his way home from work after cursing god for the first time as a result of his frustration. He thought he would be heading to hell for cursing god. But a Unique being that even the universe couldn't fathom was intrigued with Anthony's soul. He decided to grant Anthony a wish after he had been through a hard life Follow Anthony as he vows to achieve whatever he couldn't in his past life. He shall stand above all with absolute power All tremble with just the mention of his name Overpowered✓ Handsome✓ NOTE: This is my first book HAREM PASS: DENIED R-18: DENIED Support us with your power stone and gift. Check out my discord to know how to increase the release rate to three chapters daily from the one chapter daily rate. DISCORD: https://discord.gg/ZNUNmJEEVC .................................................................... NOTE: The book cover isn't mine, if the owner wants me to remove it, I will

A short collection of stories exploring my thoughts on life, death, happiness, and human nature It nothing new and nothing all too deep, but I hope it helps someone Updates irregulary

Kisah perjalanan umat manusia yang harus terus berjuang untuk menghadapi segala kegilaan yang muncul di hadapan mereka. ============================= *Karya Original* *Bad Writing*

As a girl, Li Yinsu is tired of being weak, so tired of it that she finally can't bear it anymore. But unfortunately the heavens force her to be reborn in another world. This time, her brothers are separated from her, each one carried across the world, while she is caste into the demonic sect, to be tortured brutally. Can she get strong enough to break free from the men who play with her destiny? or will she choose to stand with them in the end? warning: it may get a bit graphic in some parts will update weekly one ch or daily 1 ep

The human race have stood up against the test of time. Surviving and thriving no matter what is thrown at them, in a time where humans have reach the pinnacle of technology. Life has change as they know it and AI has became an integral part of their everyday living. Is this technology a gift or a curse. How will it affect the never ending war of good and evil. Would it help prolong human survival or would it finally bring them to their demise.

Lucian met an unexpected and absurd demise—killed by a celestial’s baby toy. Reincarnated into a new world, he found himself reborn as a Mind Flayer, a creature feared for its mastery over minds and its insatiable hunger for control. In this unfamiliar realm, where power dictated survival, he faced a choice—would he become a villain, shaping the world through domination and fear? Would he seek redemption, carving out a path of his own? Or would he walk a path beyond the notions of good and evil, indulging in the chaos of existence itself? Only time would tell.

(Warning 18+) Zuri is forced to obey the wishes of her father, who wants her to marry Liam Hayes, a wealthy man she has never met. Rumor has it that Liam is an ugly, scarred old man who abuses the women around him. After breaking up with her boyfriend, Zuri had a drunken accident. When she woke up, she could suddenly hear other people's thoughts! She could hear what the nurses caring for her were thinking, even if they didn't say it. This strange incident added to Zuri's burden. Despite the accident, her father's decision has not changed. Zuri must still marry Liam, an old and fat man she has never met. What will happen to Zuri? Will she find happiness in this forced marriage? Or will she be trapped in a never-ending nightmare?

In a distant future, a man is resurrected after seven thousand years, his body rebuilt with machinery and his past reduced to fragmented memories. He is told he’s the first successful resurrection in history—but soon, he realizes the truth. This isn’t the first time. He has died and been brought back over and over, each time losing more of himself. The only thing that feels real is the love he once had for his wife and daughter, long gone with the passage of time. But the ones reviving him refuse to answer the one question that haunts him: why? Trapped in an endless cycle of life and death, manipulated by forces beyond his control, he must face a chilling reality—if he can never truly die, is he still human?

Intrigued by the possibility of quick earnings, Jay Garrick, a 23-year-old graduate student, impulsively accepts a dubious job offer. However, this decision takes a harrowing turn when he is abducted and transported to an undisclosed facility. Unveiling the nature of the task, he realizes he's bound to infiltrate a stranger's consciousness and extract concealed information—an irreversible commitment. Within the enigmatic realm of another person's mind, Jay encounters a mysterious entity named X, the gatekeeper of sought-after knowledge. Despite repeated attempts to extract the information, he fails, plunging into a desperate quest for escape from this mental labyrinth. To break free, he's forced to engage in a series of challenges and games orchestrated by X, revealing a fantastical world teeming with dragons, magic, cities, and spaceships—transcending genres. As the stakes escalate, Jay grapples with unraveling the enigma that binds him to this alternate reality. Hidden within the recesses of his mind lies a profound mystery, intricately linked to his past and present. Determined to escape the clutches of his own psyche, Jay must decipher the underlying reasons for this surreal ordeal, ultimately striving to expose the truth that holds the key to his liberation. The question remains: Will he triumph in extracting the vital information and conquer the illusions within, or will he be ensnared forever in this kaleidoscopic maze of the mind?

A mysterious shard has appeared in the multiverse its origin unknown

A young orphan boy named Quill driven by the will to live had that dream cut off when he was beaten mercilessly to death, but time and the future had a separate plan for him. In the future the Zoe's were going extinct and they need to gamble their future with a deal with time who brought their heir back in time to a time period that Zoe's don't exist and his soul got merged with Quill's. And he got introduced to the other half of reality a hidden truth that is not exposed, the world of the enlightened. Humans empowered by the enlightened energy of which the source remained unknown but they enjoyed the benefits. The energy had granted them super human abilities and things was going smoothly except for the battles against soul reapers but the balanced was toppled with Quill's introduction to the enlightened world as he was tagged a being that's not meant to exist and to what extent will his presence affect the whole system.

Falling for his warm touch despite his usual coldness, she loved him only to be disappointed and betrayed in the end. When love turns to darkness, it festers to be poisonous and consumes the soul. The naïve Arabella evolved. *** “Thank you for becoming my wife,” was her cold husband’s last words before he died, coupled with a smile that had never before graced his lips. Not on their wedding day. And not even at the birth of their only child. Emperor Ferdinand, someone Arabella loved so much, killed their son. She became a villainess and vowed revenge for her beloved child. For a decade, she used everything she could to make Ferdinand pay. Until finally… he fell to ruin! With her revenge complete, Arabella's life soon ended with her dead husband in her arms. But fate wasn’t done playing with her. All of a sudden, she was back two decades ago right after their wedding. Was it a curse or a blessing? It didn’t matter. Because there is only one thing she needed to do. “I will ruin you in this lifetime too!” This was her hateful promise to herself upon realizing she was reborn. But in her second life, Arabella was unexpectedly bestowed a gift to uncover the truth. Who was wrong and who was right? Only time will tell.

24 year old Mastermind thief Isabelle Aisling, a.k.a red has made a name for herself as a cunning, skillful burglar. Her latest contract and Target is the notorious, wealthy mysterious Aiden Wells, a 35 year old successful and famous bachelor with a brutal reputation that precedes him in business and in lifestyle. Contracted to steal a priceless generational family heirloom worth billions of dollars from him. But things take a turn when she is caught red-handed by Aiden Wells himself. At the prospect of avoiding jail time. He proposes a shocking deal. That will either benefit them both or ruin them, if she chooses to agree. ****** Excerpt: "Careful, you shouldn't say things like that, when you're alone with someone like me". His voice, a low sultry growl. Sending chills down her spine, making her instantly scared and maybe, just maybe a little excited. "Or else what?", She taunted. Her eyes never leaving his. She stood her ground, refusing to back down as he continued to stalk towards her. "ohh....", he purred, his voice dark. He was finally close to her, Looming over her. The air was electric and suddenly too hot. They were too close, way too close. She could feel his warm breath on her skin. His golden, honey brown eyes, blazing with desires. She knew he was a dangerous force, but she gave into the burning sensation she felt. She asked again, barely in a whisper, "what are you going to do..?" Her dare hanging in the air,unanswered. A challenge to cross the imaginary line drawn

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A DEVIL FALLS IN LOVE? *** Alice was told that she was cursed. Perhaps she didn't need to be told. It was as clear as day. The only thing she wanted was MONEY. And she would do anything to get it. Even if it meant pretending to be her twin sister to change her fate. For one year. She didn't mind being a fake and marrying the Wildfire Heir. He would barely be around, she had been told. 'He doesn't seem like much trouble,' she had also been told. 'The third son, on the other hand, is crazy. Stay away from him.' 'As for the second son... avoid him at all costs.' 'Do not cross his path.' But she did. She crossed his path. In fact, she went right into his path herself. And as if that wasn't bad enough, the groom was changed at the last minute. To the Second Son! He was as hot as he was cold. A terrifyingly sexy man who looked like the man she always saw in her dreams. Was this all merely a coincidence? But that wasn't all. She hadn't expected pretending to be her sister to be this tough. First of all, she missed a very important detail: her sister was a Lawyer. She, on the other hand, was only familiar with "You have the right to remain silent..." Secondly, her sister was picky. She was vegetarian. She didn't drink. And... she was bullied? And just maybe... there was more to her sudden disappearance. Her life was about to get much more complicated. Especially with those scary blue eyes watching her every move like a predator on a mission. One year. Was the benefit worth it—worth putting her life on the line to deceive the Wildfires? She might die before the year was over. **** "Women like powerful men, Boss. They like to feel powerless when they are with a man." Hades had initially scoffed, but the idea had wormed its way into his mind. So when he saw her coming from the opposite direction, he decided to test this theory on her. Women liked to feel powerless? As soon as she saw him, her gaze sharpened, wondering why that madman was looking at her with a determined glint in his eyes. Should she run away? But he was already in front of her. "What are you—" He scoops Alice off the ground in one swift motion and drapes her over his shoulder like a sack of flour. All shocked eyes turned to the scene, but no one dared say a word, as they froze mid-air. "HADES!! YOU IMBECILE! PUT ME DOWN THIS INSTANT!" She thrashes wildly, kicking her legs and flailing her arms. Hades, however, remains unfazed, carrying her out of the place with a triumphant smirk. He didn't believe in love theories, but he had a feeling she would be falling in love with him after this. At the other end, three of his underling watched the scene. "I think Lady Boss is enjoying it. She looks… happy." One noted. The other underling tried to stare intently at Alice's upside-down face. "I think so... I've never seen her look so bubbly around the boss." The third underling was watching, slack-jawed. He facepalmed dramatically. This wasn't what he meant when he told them women liked to feel powerless. Meanwhile, Alice... (Still screaming) *** EXCERPT II: "She is not answering your calls and told you to STOP calling her. Boss, I think your little bride might be mad at you." He snorted. "You are so clueless." "What's your insight, Boss?" "If she keeps rejecting my calls, it only means one thing..." They all leaned closer to hear his powerful insight. "She wants my physical presence," he said with a smug look. One of them wanted to say he didn't think so, but he was too scared to say anything. "Should I go. Should I not go?" He contemplated with a bored look on his face. "GRANT HER WISH, BOSS!" The other clueless henchmen echoed passionately. He smirked. "If you say so," and then he stood up. "Get the car." **** Pleasee add to your library. A bit of dark and fluffy romance. 18+ Comedic. Makes you sit in the edge as Alice tries her best to never get caught (quite futile) See you in the comment section!

Education is not the amount of information that is put into your brain and runs mayhem there, undigested,all your life.we must have life-building, man-making, character-making of ideas. We want everything in our life, luxurious life, house, career, spouse, cars ,to get this we need control our turbulent thoughts that are stumbles in your life' and you are aware of it!" To reduce those turbulent thoughts!" We need to put new idea's in our mind. Tame your mind is to train yourself in every situation, focus, on practicing mindfulness techniques like deep breathing, actively observing your thoughts and emotions,reframing sleep, exercising and cultivating holy thoughts, positive mindset,and focus on the present moment to manage your responses.Regularly learn to observe your thoughts without judgement,and allows them to pass without getting caught up in them. Analyze situation from different perceptive to identify potential positive aspects or alternative interpretations. Identify it from having encountered them before and manage with those responses and witness your thoughts and help yourself to focus,gain clarity and develop consistency.

'Of course, I am pretty and admired by many Even pacifists line up to prey Furthermore, I am ugly, look close behind my smile you will see a tongue rich in decay' Such a wonderful mind he has! She is very lucky to have met someone like him - it goes both ways. No, it is not a love story, it is way more beautiful than that.

Lex has never felt content. His life been mostly devoid of meaning and his seems truly lost. Until one day he is sent to a strange space resembling his school. With dangerous creatures forcing him to either confront his fears or turn his back he has a choice. Will Lex be able to confront and overcome these spaces or will he eventually fall into despair, for when he returns back to reality not everything is the same as it was...

Alex lived an ordinary life filled with regrets—dreams he never pursued, skills he never mastered, and chances he let slip away. But when tragedy strikes and he dies unexpectedly, he wakes up in the past, Yet, something is undeniably wrong. He isn’t just one child. He is nine. Born as nonuplets, Alex quickly discovers something even more shocking—he is all of them. His consciousness is split across nine bodies, allowing him to control each one independently. Just as he begins to grasp the implications of his bizarre rebirth, a mechanical voice echoes in his mind: [Welcome to the Profession System.] The Profession System grants him a unique advantage—each of his nine bodies can specialize in a different career, and as they gain experience, their skills evolve and unlock hidden potential. Determined to make the most of his second chance, Alex strategically assigns each body to a different profession: Doctor, Lawyer, businessman, scientist, detective, programmer, Athlete, artist, Soldier. As his nine selves dive into their respective professions, their combined knowledge allows them to work together, leveraging their skills to dominate every field. The doctor revolutionizes medicine with the scientist technology. The businessman builds an empire with the lawyer’s legal expertise. The detective uncovers corruption that the soldier eliminates. With nine lives and limitless potential, Alex must decide—will he use his abilities to reshape the world for the better, or will his secret make him a target of those who fear what they cannot control? One thing is certain—this time, he will master everything. ______________________________ join my discord https://discord.gg/DHauZSUn

Detective Wei Zhen is assigned to investigate the brutal murder of a powerful businessman, but the deeper he digs, the more disturbing the case becomes. A series of violent killings follows, and the evidence never seems to quite add up.Wei begins to suffer from blackouts, losing time and waking in strange places. Could it be stress, or is something more sinister at play? As more bodies are discovered it raises unsettling questions. Who is the mysterious figure known as The Shadow, and why does every clue lead back to him? What terrifying secret has been hidden in the past? As the pressure mounts, Wei must race against time to uncover the truth—but can he trust his own mind? Or is he unknowingly part of the nightmare unraveling around him?

Mac has always felt disconnected from reality. His dreams are too vivid, his thoughts too fragmented, and his perception of time slipping like sand through his fingers. When he begins documenting his hyper-real dreams, he notices a disturbing pattern—visions of the past, cryptic voices, and strange entities warning him of an impending alien invasion.

Do you really know the people around you? Do you really know who they are? How they became the person that they are? A laboratory known to make researches about the different types of personalities decide to launch their very last project. Between hundreds of applicants, five of them are chosen. Together, they will create bounds, become friends and even more. But... Do you know what is going on in people's mind? Note: Please, notice that this story has been written when I was 18 years old. The writing barely fits my actual own. (I did correct it obviously, hope that it's not too bad!) Thanks to whoever will read! Have a good day.