Something In The Water

HERE’S TO SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL The rain hasn’t fallen on Mercer Street in over forty years. Water is rationed, the market thrives, and the people live hidden from time itself—until she appears. Margo arrives at the doorstep of an old apartment house, soaked from head to toe in something impossible. Rain. She doesn’t know where she came from. She doesn’t remember how she got there. But she smells like a storm from another time, and that scent is about to change everything. Park and Key, longtime friends and misfits of Mercer, take her in—one fascinated, the other suspicious. As they uncover the mysteries of her past, they find themselves tangled in a web of forgotten histories, secret societies, and a reality they were never meant to question. Time folds. The past whispers. And in a world where water is worth more than gold, the girl with the rain might just be the key to everything. A mind-bending dystopian fantasy soaked in jazz, opium smoke, and the scent of lost memories. Mystery, time distortion, and a city lost in its own legend A girl who shouldn’t exist—and the men drawn into her storm Secrets buried beneath the market and the gatekeepers who guard them A journey through a world where the past is a whisper and the future is unwritten Here’s to something beautiful. Here’s to what comes next.

guys this is my second novel you can watch my first novel that is "who's my dad" King is most handsome and famous actor which is mistakenly gone into the another century ???: who are you man!!!!" King : i-i should ask you that and please can you put that sord down you can hurt yourself with that ???: hahaha Princess Diana look at this guy he looks so afraid of this little think King: max do something you idiot it's happening just because of you!!!"

In a world shattered by family secrets and unforeseen revelations, Alejandro Miguel "Miggy" Sansebastian finds himself at a crossroads of love, loss, and self-discovery. As he grapples with the sudden loss of his father and the unveiling of a hidden half-sister, Miggy's once-tranquil life is thrust into turmoil. Amidst the chaos, a chance encounter leads him to a love that transcends his past traumas and offers a glimmer of hope in the darkness. Join Miggy on a poignant journey of healing, acceptance, and the enduring power of love in the face of life's unexpected twists and turns.

``` Entering the world of the Scripted Murder Game isn't scary. Playing the role of the murderer is still doable. Playing the role of the victim is fine. Playing the role of a girl is manageable. Even if you have to deal with dark, strange monsters, and accidentally get tainted by them, it's no big deal. Shuo looked at the script in his hand and felt that he could still play the part! … But after adding a bunch of teammates with mental issues, he felt that he couldn't go on acting. This script is a bit off too! Shuo, "Can we not have a murderer, a victim, a girl, or psychos, and just have a normal person?" … —————— 【Non-traditional Scripted Murder Mystery Game】 【Attention: The plot will gradually shift from normal to bizarre, focusing on tasks. Each Scripted Murder Game script is original, not fan-made. Non-original scripts will be indicated.】 【Ensemble cast, with undercovers, role-playing, disguises, no female lead.】 ```

I want to die. She believed dying seemed to be the easiest way to escape her fate and the pain that overwhelmed her remaining existence. "What is there for me to live for?" Her hand instinctively touched the ring on her finger, the only thing left to remind her of the man she left behind. Of course, it was not how she envisioned her life would be. She had always thought she had everything mapped out. Her life was perfect with her future set. But who knew? Everything would change as her world suddenly turned upside down. She had lost the person she valued the most. How will I survive without you?

What makes you look different at night after staying up after midnight on Halloween? Living without their physical body attached to their shadows, twelve-year-old Wesley Bones and his Mother find it difficult to survive on their own anymore. Because it causes them to see ghostly images of an undead phantom haunting them in their basement. No matter what they do to get the undead phantom to believe, they don’t need their shadow to glow in the dark. They give the deadly cloaked phantom their power to be unreal without living with their shadows to the mortal living until they can accept themselves as glow in the dark shadows. To stay out of the shadows in their everyday lives. Or be lost or cursed with having an enchanted shadow to be afraid of never having a normal life again. The secret to keeping their lives safe is that they must obey the phantom living in their basement. To never let anybody know what they are hiding from. And keep their spirit from losing their ability to make their shadows glow in the dark, where they belong.

"He killed any man that had their eyes linger far too long on you", Mark said, avoiding my gaze while his hands trembled. Eve is a thriving reporter for Planet News. Her life changes when she's asked to investigate a story in Sicily. In a mysterious Mafia town. What was supposed to be a regular Mafia war turns out to be something darker than she had ever imagined. Despite the investigation, Eve finds friends and even a Lover. But in a city built on betrayal could she really trust anyone or is she just a pawn in something darker DISCLAIMER: THIS IS NOT YOUR REGULAR MAFIA STORY.

The In-Between Introduction Meet pimento, a young and vivacious girl with a captivating crush on the enigmatic Mayor May, a stunning and powerful woman renowned for her beauty and wealth. Mayor May, still reeling from the devastating breakup with her ex-girlfriend and the tragic loss of two past loves, had resigned herself to a life of solitude, shielding her heart from future pain. But fate has other plans. Pimento’s innocent charm and radiant spirit unexpectedly disrupt Mayor May's carefully constructed defenses, sparking a tantalizing possibility: will May ever open herself up to love again, or will the ghosts of her past prove too great to overcome?"

This is a life saving battle. Battle of humanity the god level novel one side water one side blood

7/31/2024~ In the process of editing and updating my earlier chapters. I personally believe the story starts to improve and find it's way a bit more around chapter 50+. Hopefully can make some adjustments in earlier chapters when I have the time, but pacing slows down into a more measured rate as I start finding my groove. I give the content more time to breathe instead of going so fast. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In the realm of Nexaria, where elemental spirits and divine beings shape the fate of the world as a land of mortals striving to become gods against the demons of the Abyssal universe, a young boy named Lassim Vanthar embarks on an extraordinary journey of advancement, adventure and becoming a bastion for those around him in their fight against the Dragal. Born into a noble family with a legacy of Fire elemental martial prowess, Lassim possesses an unparalleled gift on his 8th birthday—a connection to two differing elemental spirits, a feat unheard of in the history of his world. A gift and a tampering of the order until now that is an omen. It is a sign of the Gods influencing the future fate of Nexaria on a more serious level. Lassim must harness the power of his dual spirits to protect his loved ones and confront the looming threat of the Abyss' encroachment on his universe, but one step at a time as he grows from just a tool of the God's to a major power as the hero of not only Nexaria, but the entire universe. Lassim faces daunting challenges, battles fierce adversaries, and unlocks the mysteries of his own destiny that has been tampered with by the Gods of this universe. How will he react and adapt to his situations? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This is my first ever novel. I’m a new author and still learning how to tell a story. Please understand that when reading. Thank you.

Li Quanqing transmigrated to the cultivation world, becoming a family fisherman who started with twenty acres of fish ponds. Unexpectedly, every time he harvested spirit fish, he would receive light sphere rewards. [Harvested an adult big green fish, rewarded with a low-grade water arrow talisman!] [Harvested an adult ironbone crab, rewarded with the "Golden Metal Sword Technique"!] [Harvested an adult longevity turtle, rewarded with a Turtle Longevity Pill, extending life by twenty years!] ... From then on, Li Quanqing sat back and watched the tides rise and fall, and the winds and clouds change in the mortal world, simply wanting to peacefully raise fish and achieve immortality. Until thousands of years later, a certain Water Virtue Immortal emerged, shaking the immortal realm and dominating with a single hand. "If the Milky Way is also a river, there's no problem with me using it to raise fish, right?"

Novel terjemahan Judul asli: 无限游戏搞到真邪物了 Penulis: Eight-foot Crow / 八尺鸦 Pembaruan: 2023-03-21 05:05:56 Status: Selesai Sinopsis: Dunia sang Dewa Utama runtuh, menyebabkan para pelaksana misi terlempar ke berbagai dunia kecil. Sebagai alat plot, tubuh Huo Li menjadi wadah bagi salah satu pelaksana misi tersebut. Tanpa belenggu dari sang Dewa Utama dan sistem, Huo Li dengan tenang menyelesaikan perannya sebagai figuran dalam kisah CEO dingin yang jatuh cinta padanya. Namun, begitu cerita itu berakhir, dia tiba-tiba terjebak dalam permainan survival tanpa batas—[Nightmare Garden]. Di dunia ini, dia masih hanyalah sebuah pion dalam cerita, hanya saja perannya kali ini adalah "eye-candy" yang tidak berguna—dan ditakdirkan untuk mati dengan cara yang tragis. Namun, pada saat yang sama, sisa-sisa sistem Dewa Utama dalam dirinya tiba-tiba aktif kembali. Darah Elder God yang mengalir dalam tubuhnya pun ikut terbangun. Dengan darah Elder God di nadinya, dia memulai hidupnya di dunia permainan tanpa batas—tetap sebagai "eye-candy" yang tampaknya lemah dan tidak berdaya. Jemarinya menyentuh bibir, pupil emas vertikalnya menatap langsung ke arah kamera. "Ssst—anak baik harus tahu cara menyimpan rahasia." Layar siaran langsung mendadak terhenti sejenak, sebelum akhirnya dibanjiri ledakan komentar yang panik. 【Holy sh*t! Ini beneran eldritch being asli?!】

In a once peaceful world, humanity now face extinction from the virus that has infected people all over the world. Due to some people having a certain gene in there body. the virus when in there body will continuous evolve into a power unique to that person and on are occasions there family. This will be a great help in the apocalyptic world they now live in.

Mikail Fremawan, someone who has always been followed by bad luck since he was a child, and the peak was when both of his parents died simultaneously before his own eyes. But the sudden appearance of the System changes everything, from wealth, power, glory, and... revenge; Mikail begins his steps to achieve all of that one by one. Witness his story of turning his misfortune into incredible good fortune. Mikail: There might be something wrong with my System, Isn't it? ------------ Hi, it's me here; this is my second book. This book is still connected to my other book, but it takes place on a different Earth, so Another Universe, maybe? The update schedule is still irregular because I'm still focusing on my other book, so... well, that's it; please enjoy!!

‘“You killed him. It’s your fault!” San started crying and shaking, his stomach was trying to fly out of his body. His mind was trying to destroy him. It would be better if he died there too. It would be better if he died.’ The Vermilion Dragon #3 Yang Shan moved to Hong Kong with his parents after surviving a disaster. He left his past behind and ran away, carrying his trauma with him. But after joining the eSports team Zhu Long, he had to face himself and others. He couldn’t and that was when he met Kim Hyunyeong, a kind stranger that helped him. Both shared similar experiences, but Shan’s burden was too heavy even for Hyun, so he left. Will they be able to continue where they left off or will there be only silence at the end?

The reason I am looking at death with my eyes... I want to escape a meaningless life, certainly a fake one. Also, what good is it to be born cursed if you can't pursue your curses fully?

Battered, injured, jaded and marvellously wreaked. Luis Lee was one of the powerful ability users during the chaotic time of the apocalypse but that was until he found himself reincarnated in a magical world full of hunks and gorgeously powerful moon elves.  At that moment he thought, "Let's live a slow slutty life, (b)itches!" These long-eared hotties needed him for something and the new moon elf lord was determined to do nothing. However, an obnoxious system was added into the mix saying that he is reincarnated in a world of a book. System administrator: This world will usher an Apocalypse after a decade. So enjoy your stay (b)itch. Few days old moon elf lord: Will I ever get a proper rest? A story of a perverted soul who just wanted to get laid starts now. Author's Note: Bearers are another gender of the moon elves. They have PP but has the ability to 'bear children'. This concept is practically like an omegaverse- minus the heat. This is my first ever novel. :) The book cover is a commissioned art made by Kanl Art. Paid by the Author using all the love that the beloved readers gave to this book! Hihihi! Do not use without Author's permission. Contact me @ https://discord.gg/M6N3nDkA

Warning this book contains mature content. In a world where power is equated with wealth and status Stephan Blake stood as the epitome of both. A billionaire with an iron grip on his empire, he commanded respect and fear in equal measure. He was the kind of man who could get anything he desired. Micah, a lady of warmth in Stephan's cold, calculated universe. With a gentle heart, patience, kind, and unwavering faith, she believed in the transformative power of love and the mysteries of God, could bring, in her relationship with Stephan's Read more to discover if she can melt his cold heart.

"Some ancient call that I’ve heard only in a dream, breathed in whispers and crooned a confusing tongue. It was a melody sung while I slept amidst the trees, the cool feel of the breeze on my backside, and the misty scent of the sea in my nostrils. That dream... it felt like I was there with the voice beneath the water. For the first time in my life, I felt…at peace. " Baylea has survived for over two decades living in the trees far above the water's reach with other women in hiding. The days pass quickly, but the excruciatingly long nights become even harder when the tides are at their highest and the air grows cold and thin. As the nights grow longer with the cold becoming an infectious presence, Baylea sets out on foot to hunt for food and gather what she can before the tides rise again. Crossing into unknown terrain and encountering more than what she has ever known, Baylea faces the unavoidable consequences of entering another's domain, which doesn't seem to worry her at first. An intense feeling that she has never felt before starts to blur the lines between right and wrong as Baylea voluntarily returns to the same spot to hunt whenever the tides recede. But when she is seen speaking with the Waterling, Baylea is forced to stay amongst the treetops for her safety and the safety of her kin.

Hanno Galloway quickly becomes the talk of the town. Not for his eccentric trade, nor for his established presence in the colonial industry, not even for his wide charming smile. Rather, the townsfolk talk of his fondness with the priests daughter. Though there is bitter resentment from the priestess towards Hanno, who has misguided her brother away from her god. Not a single word is spoken between the two. Not one word of affection, yet the young enchantress captivates the young tradesman, and there is bitter implications of this wretched romance, first and foremost for Nargis herself. But who can stop what has been ordained by the heart. And what is the heart but a slave to fate.

2 in 1.

Henry is a young boy with his parents going to his uncles place. His uncle is going through a rough time and there going to Halifax to cheer him up sadly it did'nt go to plan.

The disappearance of two students from a consolidated middle and high school in Philadelphia left their parents facing serious psychological problems for three years. In addition, the teenagers suspected of the crime were subjected to inappropriate punishments and sent to a reformatory. The book's narrative alternates between past and present, introducing Athena Clark, a girl who seeks to reopen the book club formerly owned by a girl who disappeared three years ago. Athena must overcome serious challenges to unravel a complex web of riddles and lies. She discovers that the riddles are part of a larger mystery taking place in the magical world of the Netherworld. It's a realm closed to humans that Athena and her newfound book club members must traverse to discover the truth about the kingdom of Morsalia and save it from false truths and despair. The challenge is to find the missing teens and ensure the continued existence of the book club, which is in danger of being shut down.

The ocean roared, waves surging like beasts, crashing against an ancient throne carved from blue crystal. Noel stood in the midst of the chaos, his heart pounding as voices echoed in his head. A memory surfaced—one not his own yet deeply familiar. He saw a man with a face identical to his, regal and powerful, commanding the seas with a mere flick of his hand. The man turned, his gaze piercing. "The throne of waters belongs to you now," he said, his voice calm yet heavy. "But the cost is your past, your pain, and your fears. Will you take it?" Noel woke up with a jolt, drenched in sweat. His hands trembled as he clutched his chest, struggling to slow his racing heartbeat. It was the same dream again, haunting and vivid. But Noel didn’t know the man or the throne—or why he felt both terrified and drawn to it.