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Tsukiko once believed in love—until betrayal shattered her world. Now, she guards her heart behind a wall of thorns, focusing solely on her rising career. Love is a risk she refuses to take again. Haruki, a nature photographer haunted by his past, never expected to be drawn to someone like Tsukiko. Yet, from the moment their paths crossed, he found himself captivated—not just by her beauty but by the quiet strength beneath her guarded exterior. What begins as reluctant companionship slowly grows into something deeper. Through fleeting moments, stolen glances, and unspoken words, Haruki chips away at Tsukiko’s defenses. But their love is tested by ghosts of the past—his lingering guilt, her unhealed wounds, and a truth that threatens to break them apart. Like a flower pushing through the cracks of a hardened earth, love begins to bloom again. But can they nurture it, or will it wither under the weight of old scars? A heartfelt journey of love, loss, and healing, Blooming Through the Thorns is a story about finding the courage to embrace love again—even when the past threatens to pull you back.

"In Qiyuan, kissing is an act of mutual surrender. To ask for a kiss is to ask someone to be yours, while offering yourself in return. On that note, making love is a common practice and is regarded as deeply romantic." —Book 1 of Romances in Qiyuan— Haruki had no memories prior to his awakening. With only his black katana and his name to ground him in an identity, he lived through every encounter on pure instinct and a great deal of luck. But it wasn't until he locked eyes with Lanling, those sky-blue orbs gazing at him with the stillness of a lake, that he believed his luck had finally peaked. Shamelessly, he integrated into General Lanling Cheng's army, finding the man even more pleasing to his eyes the longer he watched over him. But as Haruki learned more about his new idol, he began to realize just how deep their connection ran, how precious the memories stolen from him were, and how deeply he loved this man. No matter how many times his mind was wiped clean, his feelings seemed to cross beyond the boundaries of memory, for he had long branded the image and name of Lanling Cheng into the very depths of his soul. He could only hope for a day when the curse that plagued them—this curse that relentlessly tested their love—would finally be shattered, and they could live on with their lives in peace. ~#~#~#~#~#~ [Volumes Synopsis] —Volume 1 [1-50] Amidst the war between the Silver Dragons and the Black Pythons, familiar faces and voices seemed to emerge from nowhere, as though fate itself were playing a cruel game, tugging relentlessly at Haruki’s mind—almost desperate to make him remember his past. But to Haruki, the most important thing was meeting and shamelessly flirting with the general, so he couldn’t care less. Besides, Lanling had told him not to remember, and who was he to disobey his future wife? —Volume 2 [51-145] Haruki and his friends find themselves in a typical isekai setting! At least, that's what Haruki originally thought. But soon, he realized the waters in the palace ran deep, and his connection to whatever schemes were brewing here stretched all the way back to before he even came to... Earth? So, he's a local? Oh, and there’s that Lanling Cheng… Haruki: ...God, why is he so hot? —Volume 3 [146~300] Lanling lost his best friend… his boyfriend… his fated lover. And the loneliness brought by the sudden emptiness gripped his heart every day, almost driving him mad, scorching anyone who dared touch his reverse scale. But just as he gave up dodging the oncoming claws of a chimera, the wind swept him away—into a familiar embrace. Haruki had come back. With a new identity, a new family, and a new… fiancé?! Lanling was in tatters. How had his boyfriend become someone else’s fiancé?? Determined to win him back, he appoints Haruki as his knight, keeps him by his side at all times, and climbs into his bed at night… ~#~#~#~#~#~ —2 chs/day [12PM GMT-6] or [2AM GMT+8] [M]—Mature Content Contact: https://discord.gg/cMqPN7WVbf Art: @minttea5 Best Unca Consultant: Zeriq Haruk [for worldbuilding]

Some people already have their life planned out or at least they feel they do. They already have an idea of what and who they are going to become, and how they are going to go achieving it. But more often than not, life always has an entirely different thing planned. And sometimes, something better. This was the same for James. As someone who already has his life planned out and has the best, has the safest plan on how to make something out of himself and become somebody, he had his priorities set right. All he just wants is to graduate and become a world renowned mechanical engineer. And this is why he studied hard and worked extremely hard at his part time job. Even with how life kept tossing him around and making it seem like he was the only one not moving forward while others were, he was still focused on his dreams. The truth is that he also wants to be like his peers, he wants to drive the flashy cars he sees the rich drive on the street of LA, he also wants to fly first class, he wants to travel the world and experience the best that life has to offer, but all that comes at a cost—money. Something he barely have even after busting his ass, working for three years. To make things worst, the job market wasn't looking too good either. It was looking like the two years he has already spent in the university and the two more years he's going to spend are going to be a waste. And there was very little he could do about it. Coming back to his apartment one night, after getting fired, James just wanted to give up on everything, but no matter how hard be tried, he couldn't. Frustrated with everything and even more with himself, James went to bed after hoping that next day will be different. But who knew that his dream will come through. Out of nowhere, James got a system and one with a feature that fixed the biggest problem he has. [Ding!] [You spent $280. 10x Rebate has been applied. You have received $2,800. The money has been sent to host's bank account.] "Oh, yeah! That's what I'm talking about!" ..... Disclaimer: 'World Domination: My Rise To The Top' is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, locales, 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. This book may reference real companies and organizations, but these references are for narrative purposes only and are not intended to depict actual conduct or involvement of these entities. The use of these names and references is not meant to harm, defame, or discredit these companies or organizations.

In her first life, Daria idolised her boyfriend, Rain, and ignored the flying red flags flashed in her face, the dubious friendship between her best friend Molly and Rain shoved to the back of her mind because she wasn't going home and couldn't afford to leave. At least, that is what she likes to tell herself. Until she returned from work early, a string of strange news alerts of people attacking each other worldwide forced her sweet boss to send everyone home for the day. Fighting the crowds of others running home, narrowly avoiding what she knew was a Zombie only to find out that Molly had accidentally fallen on top of Rain, repeatedly for months in her bed. Had they so quickly forgotten that this bed was brought with her clean money in her house? Apparently not, and in Daria's grief, she had awoken the power to control lightning and found herself seconds away from "accidentally" killing her snake of a partner. The other end of the snake had snuck up behind her and knocked her out. Now they had her house, locking her in the safe room and removing all the food, water, and exit buttons. When they tried to sell her to a research lab, she managed to blow up her safe room and force the door to open. But when she ran the several long streets towards her mom's hotel, she was turned away at the door by her stepdad, and he watched her get dragged away kicking and screaming, never to be seen again. She survived another year in the research institute, closer to looking like a mental asylum, being injected and subjected to strange tests before it was overrun, and they were left to die. In her second life, she won't be so short-sighted, and her boyfriend, best friend, stepdad and the entire institute will die and become a part of her system horde and her twisted relationship with a fellow patient from her first life will set them on the path of revenge and victory.

[Number one romance novel in the universe—face slapping, scum-torturing, power couple!] Isabella Thompson, who was abandoned in a village was suddenly brought home by her rich parents. Her father: You are different from your sister. She has a bright future ahead and is destined to be a phoenix who would soar the skies! There's no way she would marry a cripple! You are getting off easy here! Her mother: The Yu family is rich and powerful. Standing in for your sister in marriage is your food fortune! Know what's good for you! Theodore Yu used to be a famous prodigy, but lost his glow after a car accident and didn't even make it to high school. With one being a poor village bumpkin and the other a well-known piece of trash, they were a match for each other. But while everyone was waiting for Miss Thompson to make a fool of herself, she and that piece of trash appeared at a banquet where big shots gathered. Isabella Thompson: I came to work as a waitress. Theodore Yu: What a coincidence, I'm here to work part-time as well. Hence, everyone watched as they carried trays around for the whole night. *** On the day of their marriage, every important figure in the capital attended. Big Shot One: I'll help make arrangements for Mr. Yu's grand wedding! Big Shot Two: Welcome back to the capital, Miss Thompson! Big Shot Three:... Seeing those big shots who persistently made headlines, Grace Thompson was filled with regretful tears.

On the surface, he was striking and dashing, an object of envy and resentment from all men, but in secrecy, he was the formidable figure that made powerful leaders tremble. A marriage contract had brought him back to the city, In the bustling metropolis, a man fierce and enigmatic like a tiger, watch as he forged his own legend!

The overbearing top-notch beauty CEO wife turned out to be the terrifying and formidable War King!! A voice rose in Wu Jie's mind. Ding! [Host becomes familiar with the system rules, sparking the first task: Earn a hundred thousand energy points within a week] [Task Reward: One hundred thousand bonus points, unlocking the shop, one lottery draw] [Failure Punishment: Clear all the host's bank savings] ... "Damn it, I'm going all in!" "If I win, I'll get the beauties; if I lose, I'll work my hands to the bone! What's there to be afraid of with such a small task? I'll take it!!"

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Growing up without Bloodline Mastery exposed piling up difficulties. Being at a high school for talented adventurers wasn't a great idea, but no other school could accept a no-name orphan. No, seriously. His name was Shay, nothing more, nothing less. The school allowed him to at least study the way of the sword, in which he excelled. Although being geared after leaving school wouldn't make much for a living. It 'seemed' to be an inevitable path. [Merging System - Unlocked!]

Jonas is an orphan boy who struggles to survive every day. He lives in an era of superhumans, and for him, who has no powers, this feels like a slap in the face. Until one day, while lying down, waiting for the end of his life, something inside him awakens. Tired of being just a victim, Jonas decides that if he can't win like the others, he will carve his own path — even if it means facing the impossible.

It's that time of the decade when the business tycoons in America fight for yet who gets to perch at the peak. Being the winner of 'Thee Business Mogul Award' comes with a lot of premium benefits, more of everything like a black card, unmatched luxury, prestige and a tantalizing seat in the government: talk of such power. As it stands now, only the top 1% of such people stand a chance. One of such people is 'Michael Gild', the current owner of the prize and still has plans to gift it back to himself. 'Loreen Scott', the alluring Latin American whom has had her eyes on the prize for as long as she can remember. It's a wrong time for 'Anderson Clarke' to be entangled in rumors of a business-threatening scandalous relationship with powerful 'Simeon Walton'. And many others. It's still that time of the season. Let the best man win.

Who is the Martial World's Top Genius? “It's me... the common man who can dominate in a world where the Immortals hold prestige!” How strong are you? “Well, I acquired one of the six Supreme Treasures of the ancient Star Sovereign Sect, at the age of 13.” Impossible! How could you, a mere child who still smells of his mother's breast milk, have found a treasure that hasn't been seen for 10,000 years?! “I searched for it in the trash?” Eh? “Eh?” ... Enter Song Chen, a martial prodigy whose greatest power is “common sense”. After getting reincarnated into a novel as an extra, which is one of the Greater Dao Layers in Existence, he knows he's at a disadvantage because he's yet to read the novel he was reincarnated into. However, Song Chen doesn't seem to be scared. “All cultivation novels are the same!” Breathe properly, survive the wrath of a Young Master. Collect trash for an entire year, and acquire the supreme treasure of the Star Sovereign Sect. Partake in an irrelevant auction, then steal the artifact on sale and face slap the rival Sect Master. Enjoy your life in a Martial Sect where beauties are the norm.

It's that time of the decade when the business tycoons in America fight for yet who gets to perch at the peak. Being the winner of 'Thee Business Mogul Award' comes with a lot of premium benefits, more of everything like a black card, unmatched luxury, prestige and a tantalizing seat in the government: talk of such power. Only the top 1% - the elites stand a chance. One of them is Michael Gild, the current 'Business Mogul' who has plans to gift it to himself. Then, Loreen Scott, a fierce enemy who is determined to keep the prize permanently out of Gild's reach. These two are inevitably drawn into a path by fate, where the thorns cracking the fragile earth seems to never have an end; and the flowers blooming the trees, too alluring to resist. It's still that time of the decade. Let the best man win.

**"In the neon-lit streets of Tokyo, two broken souls collide. Haruki, a reclusive artist haunted by his past, has built walls so high that even the light struggles to reach him. Aoi, an optimistic yet scarred young woman, carries her own quiet pain but refuses to let it dim her warmth. When their paths intertwine, they embark on an emotional journey of love, sacrifice, and healing. But as secrets unfold and shadows from Haruki's past resurface, their fragile bond is tested in ways neither could have imagined. In a world where light and darkness coexist, can love truly save a heart that is determined to self-destruct? A Love Written in Tears is a poignant tale of unspoken words, fleeting moments, and a love so tragic that it leaves scars long after the final page."

Love prevailed when a twenty five years old doctor Claire Benson and twenty seven years old Goriola Johnson became a victim of their parents past mistakes. Dunni Benson and Kolade Johnson were long head enemies whose past holds a lot of drama that made them not to give love a chance with their children.

What do you desire? Great riches and wealth? World-class fame and influence? Absolute authority and power? Or that which transcends them all? After a failed suicide attempt, the debt-ridden Nick Lewis receives an invitation: [Become the Top Idol, and you shall be granted your deepest desire]. Nick Lewis, a 23-year-old debt-ridden school dropout, becomes a ‘Pointer’ of Top Idol and can purchase talents and invest in his S.P.E.C.I.A.L. attributes with the elusive V-points. But to earn those V-points, Nick must complete heinous daily tasks, climb the ranks using his fame and influence, and also engage in deadly battles against other pointers to maintain this... gift. All you desire is within reach... only if you are willing to pay the price.

Shane is a young teenager, born with a mysterious curse that makes him feel no sense like other human beings such as joy, happiness or sadness..... This made him different from other children, and he is always isolated from others and cooler in his natural actions. This created him a lot of hostility with children his age, so that he had already killed a boy his age because he tried to bully him. But his natural intelligence and talent in fighting and using the spear to win his family's love and protection for him, whatever problem he has or the fight he has with others, is always covered by his family. Everyone wanted him to awaken a weak dynasty, even from his family wishing that he would not awaken their noble dynasty for fear of becoming stronger in the future, because he had no feelings and feelings and could not be influenced, making him a dangerous enemy of their high office. When they defend him and cover up his problems, it is not a love in him, but only in anticipation if it happens and awakens a strong ability that does not turn on them quickly. But amid all those hopes and fears, the surprise happened.................. It is the age of magic and monsters, the age of advanced technology and political wars, here where everyone who is a hero in his life is evil in the lives of others. ............................................. * Warning!!!!!! [Adult content ~~] Explicit sexual content, incest, lots of infidelities, slaves, evil characters.

A story about a biography of a famous intersex male opera singer, Xia Yan Ting. Story based on his son, Xia Wei Ting aka Takeshita. Yan ting was his mum and his dad Takeshita Kennji. 2 September 1995, Nanjing. Wei Ting went back to China, Nanjing to bring back his dad ashes to bury together with his wife, Xia Yan Ting. Wei Ting also go to china to promote his novel, “My mum was a top spy”. Kennji was a Japanese General and business man back in 1930s and frequently travel to and fro China for businesses. 1934, he met Yan Ting at the courtesan house, Nanjing Hua Ting and saw a virgin male courtesan who was sold to Hua Ting. He fell in love with him at first sight, not knowing that he was a man and an intersex person. On Yan Ting first night, he was bought by Kennji to spend a night with him. That night they slept together not knowing that Yan Ting was a spy for China government. Love and hatred blossom between Yan Ting and Kennji. *Sex, torturement and drugs are used in this novel. *Restricted to the youth.

Haruki Sato, transcending mortality in his former realm, emerges anew in a world infused with powers and abilities. Driven by a quest to traverse the entire globe and catalyze positive change, he embarks on an exciting odyssey of discovery and transformation, In each nation, our protagonist discovers a unique, long-forgotten form of magic tied to the land's history, unlocking extraordinary powers and forging alliances to avenge his village in an epic tale of rediscovery and revenge. Come Join Our Journey As Satō Haruki Becomes The Strongest Sorcerer, and a God too of course. --------------------- Image is not mine, if the original owner sees this, please be forgiving. image by lee.js. (chapters are posted either weekly or Thursday to Friday)

[WARNING: MATURE CONTENT 18+. No rape. No Yuri] WebNovel Spirity Awards 2025 Entry Update Schedule Daily Updates: One chapter per day Power Stone Ranking Goals Top 100: Additional 1 chapter (release weekend) Top 50: Additional 2 chapters (release weekend) Top 25: Additional 3 chapters (release weekend) Top 10: Additional 4 chapters (release weekend) Top 1: Additional 5 chapters (release weekend) Please note that any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, real world events, or locales is purely coincidental and unintentional. The characters, places, and incidents portrayed in this work of fiction are products of the author's imagination. Discord: https://discord.gg/mXMRjzF

Shen Weiyi has a younger, boy-next-door boyfriend whose allure lies in his height, long legs, and strong torso. With a wild mind and a talent for flirting, the eighteen-year-old Jiang is impulsive, fun-loving, and fickle, exhibiting both innocent and wolf-like traits at the touch of a button. Beloved by countless girls, he always thought Shen Weiyi, who would do anything at his mere call of 'sister', would forever indulge him, only to find she suddenly doesn't want him anymore. Breakups are breakups; whoever regrets it is a dog. Shen Weiyi, once red-eared and compliant to his every whim, now won't look back, leaving an eighteen-year-old Jiang's genuine liking turning into a resolute declaration of disinterest. 'Jiang,' she says, 'I date for happiness, not for extra headache.' Later, a desperate Jiang tries everything for her, getting injured in the process and lowering himself to the dust, only to see her blooming in another man's arms, which drives him to a jealous rage. Sheng Ting, the genius of the Z University, untouchable and seen by everyone as the embodiment of purity and restraint, had decided the names of their unborn children upon his first glimpse of Shen Weiyi. [Childhood friend VS Sudden love, not seeking the adoration of the whole world but asking to be your one and only exception in life.]

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Haruki Suou is a 20 year old man living with his younger sister who he cares for deeply as they live alone, while one day Haruki meets a man by the name of Aros in his dream and get's offered an offer to go to the Tower of Avernus and thus leading him to agree and beginning his Journey.

WARNING: MATURE CONTENT!Ahmet's laughter was like a slap in the face. "You think you're in a position to negotiate with me?" he sneered. "I don't think so, Asli. You'll do what I say, or suffer the consequences. Do you want more time to outsmart me? No.” She could play his game. She certainly could do that before she finally killed him. A mischievous grin formed on her lips. "What would you gain from sleeping with me?" she asked, trying to keep her tone neutral. "You're not exactly known for your romantic conquests. And we're rivals, not to mention the fact that our families would kill us if they found out." She paused, her eyes narrowing. "So, what's the real motive here? What could you possibly gain from this?" There was a pause on the other end of the line, and for a moment, Asli wondered if she had caught him off guard. But then, Ahmet's smooth voice came back, dripping with confidence. "I’m glad to know you are well-informed about my romantic conquests. Let's just say, Asli, that I have my reasons. And as for what I'd gain… well, that's for me to know and you to find out." His tone sent a shiver down her spine, and she knew she had to tread carefully. She wasn’t going to win this against him. “Show me what proof you have and I will give in to your demands.” With that, she hung up the call, feeling a small sense of satisfaction at being the one to end the conversation this time. She was the only woman in the male-dominated Mafia world. Did he think he could subdue her so easily?

Haruki, a weak and bullied high school student, unexpectedly goes viral after a fight with the school’s top bully, Kaito. The fight, though grueling, showcases Haruki’s surprising ability to stand up for himself, earning him unexpected fame online. With his new-found notoriety, Kaito approaches Haruki with a proposition—start a channel where Haruki fights and defeats bullies, all for the entertainment of viewers. Kaito offers to be the cameraman and handle the business side, while taking the majority of the profits. Initially, Haruki is hesitant, but Kaito convinces him by promising fame and money. The deal is made with Haruki keeping 80% of the profits, but Kaito gets to choose who Haruki will fight next. Now, Haruki has a chance to rise above his bullies, but at what cost? As he steps into this dangerous new world of viral content, he must decide how far he’s willing to go and whether the path to fame is worth the sacrifices he’ll have to make. ************* Note: The cover is not mine all rights reserved to original creator, if you are creator and want me to remove this art then plz feel free to comment.

In the relentless pulse of the basketball court, where shadows of past defeats linger and the spark of redemption awaits, "Ignited Shadows: The Red Court Saga" unfolds. Haruki Tanaka, haunted by the memory of a heartbreaking loss in the prefecture finals, stands at a crossroads. When an enigmatic stranger ushers him into the secretive world of the Red Court—an arena shrouded in mystery and potential—the echoes of his past ignite a flame that will blaze through the future of Japanese basketball. As readers step onto the court alongside Haruki, they embark on a riveting journey through the highs and lows of athletic prowess, personal growth, and the unyielding pursuit of victory. The Red Court is not just a training ground; it's a crucible where friendships form, rivalries spark, and the boundaries of one's potential are relentlessly pushed.

Before the world came to ruins, Hirua, a Swordsman was sent back in time by his ally using a regression spell. In order to become stronger he joins the Academy of Ranias once again.