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The Steppeborn: The Art of War and the Broken Path

The Steppeborn: The Art of War and the Broken Path The steppe was never conquered. It was unmade. The Orontai rode like wind across the grasslands, their breath bound to sky and silence, not cities or thrones. But the Zhong Empire came with iron phalanxes and talismans of fire. They did not bring war. They brought extinction. Altan was born to that vanishing. A child without elemental gift. Voiceless. Spirit-null. Unwanted. Yet when the Zhong burned the clans, he did not beg. He fought. And when his mother, the last Flamecaller, stood alone on the ridge and whispered “Run,” he obeyed. Not to survive. But to remember. Hunted and broken, he fled west to the edge of the world, a place left blank on every chart, not out of myth, but because no one who entered ever returned. There, in the forbidden abyss known only in old blood and older fear, he fell into something deeper than legend. A chasm where cultivation dies and pain speaks. When he returned, the war had changed. But so had he. As phalanx legions rise and empires tighten their grip, a different kind of war begins. Formations clash in passes narrow as memory. Shields lock. Spears break. Blood spills in the thousands. There are no gods here. No destiny. Only discipline, silence, and the will to endure. And the storm no longer comes from the sky. It rises from the chasm. "This story is also being published on RoyalRoad.com under the same title and author."
REDN · 30.2K Views

Crimson Cultivation

In the forgotten corner of the empire lies Emerald Ridge City, a place where spiritual energy is thin and ambition thinner. Here, the weak are trampled beneath the boots of the three clans clawing for scraps of power. In this city lives Lian Xue, a blind girl born into the Lian Clan — a girl considered a burden to her family name and deemed worthless in all aspects. Her life only becomes worse when her family informs her of her engagement to Young Master Jin — a lecherous, cruel heir to a merchant-cultivator clan. The match is nothing more than a transaction. The Jin Clan seeks access to the Lotus Palm, a modest art that, while dismissed by the greater world, happens to be the strongest technique in a city as insignificant as Emerald Ridge. The Lian Clan, desperate to improve its fortunes and end years of grudges, sees the marriage as a way to secure an answer to both problems. Lian Xue is simply the price — an unwanted girl offered up for convenience. Shattered by the news, Lian Xue ventures into the Emerald Mountains with only one wish: that some lurking beast will end her wretched life. Either fortunately or unfortunately for her, fate had other plans. She discovers a pool of blood — one that will change her life forever. What begins as a struggle to survive soon becomes the first step on a path paved with treachery, sect wars, ancient secrets, and the endless hunger of powers that were never meant for mortal hands. With every drop of blood she claims, the question grows sharper: Is Lian Xue mastering these dark powers… or are they mastering her? In a world where strength is truth and the heavens turn a blind eye, the blind maiden will make them all see through the veil of crimson she weaves.
Sacrilege_Saint · 6K Views

Mated To The Demon Prince

Transmigrating into a world ruled by supernaturals seemed like a dream come true---until it wasn't. Charlotte Winchester, burdened by her family's crushing expectations, has always wanted her mundane life to end. Death came like a wish, but instead of eternal rest, Charlotte found herself transmigrated as Evangeline, the cherished daughter of Crimson Ridge Pack---the rulling family of the werewolf community. At first, her new life felt like paradise. Immortal and powerful, she had everything she'd ever dreamed of; doting werewolf parents, loyal friends, and a future that promised luxury and adoration. With the looming title of Princess---and the attention of the Future Alpha King---her life seemed perfect. But perfection rarely lasts. One impulsive decision---rejecting her fate mate---sets off a chain of events she never could have foreseen. Her second mate isn't a kind-hearted wolf or even a charming elf. He's a demon prince, the ruler of shadows and master of nightmares. Dark, possessive, and utterly dangerous, he drags her into a world of chaos where her very soul is at stake. What started as a second chance at life quickly turns into a battle for survival. With her past life's memories hidden from her new family and a devil mate who refuses to let her go, Charlotte must navigate the twisted politics of werewolves and demons. Heaven can turn into hell in an instant---and Evangeline is about to learn that Paradise always comes at a price. | Completed|
Peridot_writes · 146.1K Views

Sharing a Pavilion With You

Meili is a once-in-a-generation beauty raised in secrecy in the inner courtyards. To keep her safe from the palace concubine selections, her family conspires to make everyone, including her, believe that she's ugly. The secret's revealed when 3 peeping Tom’s get more than they bargained for spying on the 'ugly sister' bathing. The perverts are best friends, a young commander, the second prince, and an admired poet, and the 3 young men compete fiercely for her affections. As Meili emerges from 16 years in seclusion, her deeply rooted body dysmorphia has hilarious consequences as she misreads her interactions with men and proves to be a far more complex puzzle to woo than any of them are equipped for. A cdrama romcom where a young girl is a glittering prize trying her hardest not to be won. [#teen #lovequadrangle #historicalromance #romcom #chinesedrama #sweetromance] EXTRACT: Meili slipped out of her robe and sat on a ledge in the warm pool. Her long black hair cascaded down her back, tiny silver bells tinkled as she moved. It felt wonderful to be free of her chest binding. It was starting to get quite painful. She didn't dare stop wearing it in case it encouraged her already disconcertingly large breasts to keep expanding. It was onto this scene that the Commander, the Prince and the poet happened, as they soundlessly raised their heads above the peaked roofline. For a full minute not one of them moved or breathed. Her long hair covered her generous curves, allowing tantalising glimpses. She reached behind her neck to push back her hair. Commander Bai, realising what was about to happen, clamped each of his hands firmly over the eyes of the Prince and Tan Bowen. A fight broke out on the ridge-line as the men clawed and scratched in a panicked attempt to see what came next. Meili looked up in fright, just as the commander forcefully pushed his two friends, sliding them down the steep rooftop. For just a split second, the eyes of Commander Bai and Meili met.
ShuiShu · 241.8K Views

The Bharat Legacy

The Bharat Legacy **Genre:** Adventure, Historical Fiction, Mystery **Synopsis:** "The Bharat Legacy" follows the journey of Amit, a 30-year-old IT professional from Patna, who is passionate about adventure, historical exploration, and uncovering ancient mysteries. By day, Amit works in the shadows of the IT department, handling complex tasks discreetly and efficiently. By night, he dreams of uncovering the secrets of India's rich past. One night, Amit has a vivid dream about discovering the legendary Kawach and Kundal of Karna, the great warrior from the Mahabharata, hidden in a cave near Anga Raj (modern-day Bhagalpur). The dream ignites a burning curiosity within him, pushing him to embark on an extraordinary quest to find these ancient relics and uncover their lost knowledge. As Amit delves deeper into his investigation, he encounters a series of cryptic clues and meets intriguing characters, including historians, archaeologists, and local villagers, each holding pieces of the puzzle. His journey takes him to ancient temples, forgotten ruins, and mystical landscapes, where he must decipher age-old secrets and navigate treacherous paths. Throughout his quest, Amit faces numerous challenges and dangers, but his unwavering determination and passion for history drive him forward. Along the way, he learns about the true significance of the Kawach and Kundal, not just as physical artifacts but as symbols of courage, sacrifice, and wisdom. Nayantara: She was a whisper in the biting Himalayan wind, a stark white anomaly against the desolate canvas of snow and ash. Nayantara moved with a grace that defied the treacherous terrain, a fluid, almost ethereal descent from the ridge that spoke of training beyond mortal limits. Clad in a flowing white dress, edged with the shimmer of intricate golden patterns, she appeared less a creature of flesh and blood and more a spectral guardian of the frozen heights. A stylized golden motif blazed upon her back, catching the weak sunlight like an otherworldly sigil. Her face remained an enigma, concealed behind a white cloth, leaving only two piercing eyes to observe the ravaged landscape with an unnerving intensity. In those eyes, one could glimpse a sharp focus, a depth of understanding that hinted at abilities far beyond the conventional, a power she herself referred to as her "special eyes." She was a solitary figure, a silent operative, moving with purpose and an unspoken connection to forces unseen. Her very presence in this desolate place suggested a mission of profound importance, a delicate probe into the heart of a devastating mystery.
Shadow_order · 56.5K Views

Forbidden Love; The Mermaid’s Wolf

“And what of the consequences, Lyra? What if your actions draw the attention of his kind or worse, the humans? Do you think they will see you as anything more than a trophy, a prize to be captured and displayed? You put yourself and our entire kingdom at risk every time you venture to the surface.” In the shadow of the moon and the depths of the sea, two forbidden worlds collide. Lyra, the spirited and rebellious princess of the merfolk, yearns to escape the prisons of her underwater kingdom. She craves adventure, danger, and the freedom to choose her destiny. But her curiosity leads her to a fateful encounter with Kael on the moonlit cliffs of Selene Ridge. Kael Nightshade, the unyielding Alpha of the Lunarveil pack, is bound by the laws of his kind—laws forged in the blood of ancient wars and backed up by a prophecy that warns of catastrophic doom. The werewolves must never mingle with the magic of the sea. Drawn together by an unexplainable bond, Kael and Lyra defy their worlds and ignite a love as deep and unrelenting as the ocean’s tides. But their union unleashes a power neither can control: their daughter, Selena, a child of prophecy, is born with gifts that threaten to unravel the fragile balance between land and sea. Now, hunted by a wicked sorceress who seeks Selena’s extraordinary powers, and pursued by their own kind who view their love as a betrayal, Kael and Lyra must form a strong ally with two ancient enemies to protect their family. As darkness closes in and old rivalries resurface, their love will be tested. Can a love so forbidden withstand the weight of prophecy, or will it shatter under the wrath of the moon and tide? Dive into Forbidden Love; The Mermaid’s Werewolf, a tale of passion, danger, and the ultimate fight for family, where every choice causes a disturbance across the two worlds.
Daniel_1662 · 7.5K Views
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