Maomao And Jinshi

In the distant and mysterious interstellar world, ancient civilizations have faded like a dying candle in the wind, with shattered ruins and lost traditions lingering only in vague historical records. In this era, Dream Forgers, with their powerful mental abilities, construct dreams and engage in fierce battles with dream beasts, becoming revered figures. They are the spiritual backbone of the interstellar world, weaving dreams that connect people to the distant echoes of past civilizations. Lily, a graduate student in dream studies from Earth, found her fate dramatically altered in an unexpected twist. She was transported into the world of an interstellar romance novel, only to become the tragic side character. Despite possessing mental power, her lack of imagination became her fatal flaw in her quest to become a Dream Forger. During the Dream Forger assessment battle, other competitors showcased incredible creativity, with dreams filled with dazzling starlight and wild beasts galloping through fantastical landscapes. However, Lily could only struggle within the confines of her own mind, ultimately being eliminated for her inability to craft dreams. But the story did not end there. After her elimination, Lily did not succumb to despair; instead, she awakened in the face of adversity. As the curtain rose on the interstellar dream streaming battle, a legendary journey that would the entire interstellar world began. During the Beast Summoning Exam, while other competitors summoned common interstellar pets to engage in standard battles with dream beasts, Lily closed her eyes and took a deep breath. In an instant, a gigantic flying beast appeared out of nowhere, casting a shadow that seemed to cover the entire sky. With its wings spread wide, it looked as though it could tear the universe apart, and with each beat, the winds and clouds shifted. The interstellar audience was left speechless, their gasps of amazement echoing through the air. Lily smiled gently, silently reciting an ancient verse: "The great roc rises with the wind, soaring to ninety thousand miles in a single day." Then, in the vast sea of stars, the mythical creatures Xuanwu and Tengshe emerged, their massive forms churning the waters as if telling the tales of ancient myths. Amidst the swirling clouds, the Azure Dragon weaved through them, sometimes summoning rain and clouds, nourishing the mysterious dream world. And upon an ancient phoenix tree, a phoenix sang loudly, surrounded by fierce flames, its rebirth through fire a magnificent sight that left all who watched in awe. The interstellar people had never witnessed such a strange and culturally rich dreamscape. For a moment, the entire interstellar network erupted in a frenzy of excitement.

Four women. Total strangers. All struggling in their own way. Elena is an overworked office nobody, tired of being invisible. Vivian is a sharp-tongued headhunter who trusts no one—and needs no one. Nina is a lonely housewife who’s forgotten how to dream. Celeste is a powerful entertainment CEO who has everything... except peace. One day, each of them receives a gift: a luxurious sleep device called the Crystal Dream Earring. They think it's a prize. They think it's lucky. They’re wrong. What feels like a gift is actually a trap. They’ve been secretly chosen by an AI-driven experiment. And when they fall asleep… they wake up in each other’s lives. Same world. New roles. A ticking clock. The AI gives them one rule: Complete the mission in a limited time… or stay in deep sleep until someone wakes you up. But the longer they live someone else’s life, the more they feel, learn, and experience things they never thought they needed. Because sometimes… living the wrong life is the only way to discover the right path. Just when they think they’ve taken control of their fate... They realize someone—or something—has been pulling the strings all along. Can they still find their way back to who they really are?

darkness is nothing more than a power

Zhera had put in great effort to surprise her moonmate Varnyx on their seventh anniversary which falls on her birthday too since he asked her to be his moonmate on her birthday. But he never showed up. And on her way out she heard his voice and also that of her best friend. Turns out he was cheating on her with her best friend Zynara. As she tried to leave, a vampire prince pulled her into his room and they had an encounter. The next day, news of her drugging a vampire prince had gotten out. Her father refused to hear her out or trust her and ended up disowning her. She sought comfort from an old friend. Soon enough she meets the Vampire prince again who suggest they get married to prevent the shame and ruining of their reputation. He thinks of her as a cunning wealth seeking woman who drugged him to have him trapped with. He makes sure she is reminded of that and treats her like a prisoner. Meanwhile Zhera is trying to find the Mastermind behind those rumors because she knows it was planned and that there is more to it . Where does their marriage lead them? Does she find the culprit? This leads to something bigger than them.

Shadows and Sunlight follows the journey of David, a resilient 15-year-old orphan who works two jobs to care for his younger sister, Emma, and ensure she receives an education. Despite exhaustion and hardship, David’s devotion never wavers, sacrificing his own schooling to keep her dreams alive. When a chance at night school arises, he dares to dream again—not just for Emma, but for himself. Through quiet strength, love, and determination, the siblings fight for a better future, proving that even in the darkest moments, hope can still shine.

'Dreams can be real. Nightmares can be real. Angels can be real. Demons can be real.' Pleasure is for everyone. But how can you enjoy it when you discover the truth that a demon was pleasuring you? Elysee Torres, a simple woman who wished for a simple and happy life until her curiosity led her to a demon who wanted to pleasure her everytime she closed her eyes. Valor, a hot guy with a perfect body-an Incubus who liked to pleasure women in their dreams. Two different creatures will meet and will face every challenges in order to prove to everyone that their love is not forbidden. Even if they are fighting between life and death or even the world is against them, they will not surrender. Until the end of their lives, they will fight their love no matter what consequences awaits them. They will face the hardest trial of their life together.

The reclusive Peak Master Fu Ran held onto a simple wish, a fleeting hope that the man of ̶h̶i̶s̶ ̶d̶r̶e̶a̶m̶s̶ his nightmares, would have stayed in his dreams! Since a young age, Fu Ran had been plagued by prophetic visions of his own demise at the hands of a tyrant emperor, but he had managed to keep some semblance of self with a simple fact: dreams couldn't kill you. But what happens when conjured fears become real? When they exist outside sleep? Fu Ran must struggle with learning to deal with an unwanted presence in his day-to-day life as he discovers that there's far more to this tyrant emperor than he first thought. Historical Danmei Inspired because of other works I love!

"Why wait when you can brute force through it?" April- Fresh out of school, unemployed and searching. Freelancing to eat because being an adult is cruel but fun. Cealus- 9-5 worker, with a farm to his name. Wish he had sold it when its value was at its peak.

A young crow born with white feathers lives peacefully in the valley—until tragedy strikes and he is forced to face the wild skies alone. Trained by the very creature who destroyed his past, he must choose between vengeance and what’s left of his soul. A dark fable about identity, grief, and the cost of power.

Imprisoned for thousands of years, Asuren Nightgloom, from out of the blue, had been set free. Sleeping for almost a hundred years, Thea Gailbreeze, at long last, had been awakened. Both had the same mission. Save the Fairy Realm. They messed up before and ended up in that grave situation. Now that they got out of their confinement, they vowed to finish their disrupted mission. Will they be stronger together and save the Fairy Realm? Or will they burden one another and mess up one more time?

You are inside someone's thoughts, and you can hear everything they think. You know their struggles and want to help them. Read to find out more. -- Update: Making more chapters (;

Blood and Essence follows the journey of ''Elian'', a boy born without spirit energy in a world where power defines destiny. Branded as “Spiritless,” he is mocked, ignored, and destined for a life of servitude—until a mysterious event awakens something ancient within him. One night, under the moonlight beside a forgotten lake, Elian’s fate shatters. A golden light surges into his chest, revealing that his spirit veins were never empty—they were simply ''too powerful to be seen''. They belong to a lost lineage, one that carries a forbidden essence… a force older and deeper than the spirit energy the world knows. Thrust into a realm of cultivation, secrecy, and danger, Elian hides his power to survive. He enters a powerful sect not as a disciple, but as a lowly servant. But with every quiet step he takes, every battle he secretly wins, every ancient technique he masters in silence, he climbs toward a destiny no one could have predicted. As he uncovers the truth about his power, the spirit world, and the war that once shattered the heavens, Elian must choose: remain in the shadows, or rise and risk becoming the very force that reshapes the world.

Cursed from birth, Princess Elira bears no moonmark—the divine sigil that binds fated mates in the Kingdom of Lysaria. Feared by her people and hidden away like a shameful secret, she is raised in shadows and silence, destined for a loveless political marriage. But when a brutal power stirs beyond the northern veil and war looms, the court offers Elira as tribute to the monstrous Shadow Court—an ancient alliance sealed with blood and seduction. The Shadow Court is no myth. It's ruled by Kaelen, the Nightborne prince exiled for crimes he never confessed to—ruthless, intoxicating, and cursed with a hunger for soulfire. When Elira arrives, veiled in silk and secrets, Kaelen expects a pawn. What he gets is a tempest wrapped in defiance, a woman whose blood sings with forbidden magic… and whose touch brands his skin with a moonmark long thought impossible. Torn between desire and duty, Kaelen must decide whether to consume Elira or crown her. Together, they navigate a web of betrayal, assassins, and ancient gods rising from the deep. The bond between them is volatile—blazing with power, lust, and something far more dangerous: trust. In a world where love can burn kingdoms and fate is written in blood, Elira and Kaelen must decide what they’re willing to sacrifice—each other, or the world.

a world divided by curses and blood, love is the greatest sin. For centuries, the realms of vampires and witches have lived in fragile separation—bound by a sacred law that forbids their union. A prophecy carved in bone declares that should a vampire and witch fall in love, the balance between realms will shatter… and the ancient darkness buried beneath their world will rise. Raven Drayke, heir to the vampire throne, is cursed to never feel love—his heart encased in frost, his destiny shaped by war. Lyra Vey, a fierce witch of starlight magic, is sent on a mission to spy on the vampires and prevent the awakening of the prophecy. When their paths collide, a forbidden bond is sparked—one powerful enough to defy realms, rewrite fate, and doom them both. As Raven and Lyra are hunted by both their worlds, they embark on a perilous quest across cursed lands and ancient ruins, seeking a way to break the prophecy. But every step closer to the truth pulls them deeper into a storm of betrayal, blood, and impossible choices. In a world where love is lethal, will they choose each other… or the survival of their realms?

Black does not Crack and Slack; White does not Bite and Smite. "All things bright and beautiful, All creatures great and small, All things wise and wonderful: The Lord God made them all."

"Hindi man ako makaganti sa lupa. Ako na mismo ang susundo sa kaluluwa ninyo sa impyerno. Ako magiging karma sa buhay ninyo!" Saad ng isang kaluluwang naghihinagpis, napatawa ito habang tumutulo ang luha. Napabangon na lamang si Sharlene sa masamang panaginip. Palagi siyang binabalikan ng bangungot na hindi niya maintindihan kung bakit, palagi niyang napapaginipan ang babaeng umiiyak. Nasapo na lamang niya ang kanyang noo at napabangon na lamang sa kanyang hihigan.

"Who do you think I am?" He whispered in her ear. "Fletcher... my.." "what? Your Romeo?" He chuckled. "No" He was surprised by her answer, "I'm Your juliet". She said with great courage. His eyes narrowed slightly. But the world is round and only one person can be on top. When a goofy girl falls for an ambitious dragon only to be hurt countless times... she grew brains and knew that the best revenge she could get was, aiming for his goals- Ruling the world. Thus became her motivation- revenge. She became the #1 woman in the world earning the alias, Juliet. "In the city's darkest alleys, a legendary crown has sparked a deadly game of cat and mouse. Two ruthless players, Juliet and Romeo, will stop at nothing to claim it. But what secrets lie behind Juliet's icy smile? Is she a pampered princess or a cunning predator? And what drives Romeo's relentless pursuit of power? Is he a brutal kingpin or a tragic hero? As they clash in a maelstrom of intrigue and deception, the stakes grow higher. Who will reign supreme? And what will be the true cost of their ambition? Is the world still big enough for love? when everyone wants to rule the world will feelings be considered? Dive into this heart-pumping thrill ride, where nothing is as it seems, and the truth is more shocking than fiction." Spoilers: She wasn't the overly bullied, weak and stupid FL you'd think. Ever watched the bad guys movie. That's how interesting things could get.

A lyrical short story about a terminally ill girl and her final day with her younger siblings. Told with dreamlike beauty and emotional depth.

Josue Akintola, a self-made millionaire and celebrated show promoter, returns to Lagos after years of building his empire across Africa. Known as “The Architect of African Entertainment,” Josue has sent substantial sums of money home to his family, entrusting them to invest in properties that would secure his legacy. But upon his arrival, he discovers a devastating betrayal: the properties are missing, allegedly seized by the government, but whispers of greed and manipulation point closer to home. What begins as a quest for answers quickly spirals into a harrowing ordeal when Josue is tricked into visiting a so-called prophet under the guise of spiritual healing. Captured and held captive for seventeen days, Josue emerges traumatized yet determined to uncover the truth. With the help of his girlfriend Amara Eze and loyal friend Adeola Ogunbiyi, he exposes a web of deceit orchestrated by his uncle, Chief Adebayo Akintola—a cunning opportunist who exploited familial ties to seize Josue’s wealth. As Josue fights to reclaim his assets and rebuild trust, he confronts painful questions about loyalty, forgiveness, and justice. His father’s complicity, Amara’s unwavering support, and the fragility of familial bonds become central to his journey. In a climactic courtroom showdown, Josue secures victory, restoring his name and dismantling the corrupt network that sought to destroy him. Through resilience and courage, Josue transforms his trauma into triumph, emerging not only as a survivor but also as a symbol of accountability and redemption. *Bloodlines & Betrayals* is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and the unyielding pursuit of justice, set against the vibrant backdrop of modern Africa.

Marie, an artist seeking a fresh start, moves to a picturesque village where she uncovers unsettling secrets hidden beneath its charming facade.

"They killed his father. Now the world will learn his name." Arlen Ashvale lost everything in a single night—his father, his home, his future. Alone and wounded, he should have died in the woods. But death had other plans. With only a sword, a broken past, and a fire that refuses to die, Arlen begins a brutal journey through a world that does not care if he lives or dies. Nobles see him as dirt. Bandits see him as prey. And yet... he survives. Day by day, swing by swing, he becomes something else. Not a hero. Not a villain. Something sharp. Something silent. Something forged in blood. But in a world where kindness is weakness and mercy is fatal, how long can a broken boy hold onto his soul? Readers of dark fantasy and slow-burn character growth will love this tale of survival, revenge, and becoming. https://www.royalroad.com/profile/382659