North And South Gaskell

Under a crimson moon, Brian discovered that just like some rare extreme psychopaths, he also acquired a miraculous ability: to fulfill the lingering attachment of the remains and receive gifts from the corpses. While he felt joy, there was also a bit of confusion. Being of good conduct and benevolent to others, why did he also receive the crimson moon's gift? This was the greatest insult to his noble character!!!

As an illegitimate daughter of the late Count Rotschild, Vivianne's life has been a living hell since her father's death from the plague, along with her mother. Forced to live as a servant in the Rothschild mansion, Vivianne's fortunes take an even darker turn when her powerful stepbrother, the current Count, arranges for her to marry the tyrannical emperor, Dietrich Erengrad. However, Dietrich rejects Vivianne as his mate due to her unique pheromones, which continue to attract other alpha werewolves even after he marks her. Tossed aside without protection, Vivianne becomes trapped in a nightmare, unable to control her own heats as she is mocked, used, and treated as a mere lust object by the lustful alpha wolves of the imperial palace. After enduring three years of this living hell, Vivianne sees no other choice but to take her own life. In her final act, she curses those who have abused her, praying that if she is ever given another chance at life, her tormentors will experience an even worse fate. Miraculously, the gods hear Vivianne's plea and grant her a second chance, sending her back in time three months before her horrific ordeal began. Now, Vivianne is determined to escape this cruel destiny by any means necessary, no matter the cost.

They say if you walk west, you’ll find enlightenment. But if you walk north, you’ll find power. Lost in a frozen wasteland, Kael discovers the corpse of a legendary warrior fused with a magic machine - the Engine. When he touches it, the sentient device binds to his arm, granting him the power to manipulate kinetic energy but at a deadly cost: it feeds on his life force. As Kael unravels the Engine’s origins, he learns it’s the key to awakening an apocalyptic weapon buried beneath the ice. Now, hunted by mercenaries and cultists, he must master its power before it consumes him or dooms the world. The Engine chose him. But will it save him or destroy the world?

A young boy dreams of becoming a hero. He lives in a small northern village and was adopted by a man named Chird, who taught him the basics of magic and what runes are. One day, the boy explores a cave in the woods and finds a rune, which will help him survive in the unforgiving world that he lives in. Now that he has a rune, he might one day become strong enough to be a hero that others are inspired to be like!

To Yun Jieshi, it seemed that life had a way more ominous meaning than he had previously imagined. He had never asked for much in all his twenty-whatever years of living. His dream was to make up for all that he had missed, all he was never taught about half of his heritage, his culture. Who really was Sun Wukong? Was he better than Superman? What really was an Immortal? Was it a greater existence than a Celestial? Did Pangu really make the world with his very own body? Why was Faye Wong so damn cool?! So many questions! The reward for Yun Jieshi’s curiosity and devotion, however, was a whole new adventure in an alternate world, mystical and mysterious in nature. Graced with magnificent powers and privileges, the little monkey must head North, not as the Great Sage, Equal to Heaven, but as the Discount Sage, Lesser than Most…for a time. Into the cold, into the bizarre, grand stories await his ears and eyes. --- Author's Note: Please be sure to read the Auxillary Chapter to find out if this story is to your tastes or not. Also, please don't complain too hard about the cover. I'm not trying to be obnoxious with the Chinese characters pasted on it. I just haven't found a better cover yet.

‌WHEN THE DAY OF RECKONING COMES—‌ ‌THE MISSISSIPPI DELTA WILL RUN RED!‌ ‌TODAY, WE BRING AMERICA TO ITS KNEES—‌ ‌AND WE. DO. NOT. DIE.

Sebagai manusia biasa, Luo Xingzhou dibunuh oleh Binatang Stellar dalam Survival Live Show. Namun, rohnya secara tidak sengaja melakukan perjalanan melalui ruang dan waktu menuju dunia non-manusia dan mendarat di Bunga Kanibal. Beberapa ratus tahun kemudian, dia melakukan perjalanan kembali ke dunia sebelumnya. Dan dia kembali ke momen kritis di Survival Live Show. Kemudian dia menjadi satu-satunya Bunga Kanibal yang ganas di Kekaisaran Antarbintang. Hanya dengan menghisap, dia bisa menjadi semakin kuat. Ketika Luo Xingzhou pertama kali bertemu Feng Zhan, gagasan pertama yang muncul di benaknya adalah bahwa pria ini sepertinya enak. Luo Xingzhou berpikir, 'Aku ingin menghisapnya! Feng Zhan, '...'

Ella era un genio incomparable en el siglo 24: todo lo que necesitaba era una aguja de plata y prácticamente podría traer de vuelta a cualquiera de entre los muertos. Después de una explosión, ella cruzó a un mundo extraño donde todos la llamaban "señorita". La anterior “señorita” no tenía espíritu contractual, era débil e incompetente, ¿e incluso su prometido venía con un nuevo amor y la acosaba? Ahora que ella se había hecho cargo, ¿quién se atrevería a actuar tan presuntuosamente a su alrededor? Con las agujas en la mano, ¡el mundo era suyo! Donde quiera que vaya, ¡los milagros seguían! Sin embargo, ella salvó a una plaga. ¿En qué estaba pensando ella cuando salvó a ese hombre? Su impresionante comportamiento y su impecable rostro contrastaban enormemente con sus crueles acciones. Él intentaba todas las formas de conquistarla. Esta es una interesante historia cruzada con algo de magia, romance y una señorita hipócrita como el personaje principal.

In a world where magic is as dangerous as the men who wield it, Havyn, a human-born shape-shifting druid, and Selene, a dark elf warlock bound by blood and shadow, claw their way through the ruins of their shattered childhoods. Both survivors of cruelty and loss, they are thrown together by fate and the unrelenting hunt of slavers, mercenaries, and darker forces lurking in the wilds. Once innocent children, now something else entirely, they navigate a brutal world where power is earned in blood. Havyn, marked by an ancient connection to the Wild, struggles to control the primal force awakening inside him. Selene, a girl born into chains, carries secrets of her own—a magic both feared and hunted, whispering promises of vengeance.

“No matter what, never fall for the vampire king.” Kiara Whitman always knew her fate was twisted because she is the first hybrid, but things took a drastic turn when she was offered a contract marriage with the ruthless Valerian King. There was just one clause on the contract: "Falling for Adriel Valerian is equivalent to death.” But how could she follow such a clause? Her heart raced under his gaze, and when he spoke, her thoughts became foggy. It was clear as day that if the clause was meant to keep her alive, she wouldn’t survive. Unfortunately, Adriel, the vampire king, didn’t feel the same for her because he had his own plans for the hybrid princess; she was the key to everything he craved—his ultimate freedom from hell. He had sworn never to let himself fall for her because it would be messy; he had to be smart, vigilant, and stay in control. What will happen when Kiara finds out the real reason behind the contract marriage? Or when she discovers that she was just a tool for survival all along, just a possession to the vampire king and nothing less? Will she decide to leave for good or stay to find out her purpose? Or at least seduce the vampire king, if at all that’s possible.

She is one of the best thieves that the world has seen in the 24th century. However, not even in her wildest dreams had she imagine that she'd be reincarnated as a good-for-nothing orphaned Seventh Miss of the Vermilion Bird Family. She finds herself stuck in a family that mistreats her, as well as an unfamiliar place with no support system. In a world of magic, she finds that the strength and talent within her would not only shock the world but also put every prodigy in that world to shame. As she learns to control her power, she vows to take revenge on those who had wronged her and to eventually rule the world. Equipped with only her new memories, quick wit and thieving skills, follow her as she embarks on a journey where she'd navigate mean relatives, magical beasts, rulership, and maybe even… love?

Short story

There's always that one person who takes hold of one's heart that even when they are gone its as if they are still here . This is the same situation between Aston and Lucy , after there sad farewell lucky for them they do get a second chance at love

In the mysterious city of Berlin, where shadows hide more than secrets, the Stillburg family’s legacy is both a blessing and a curse. When a dark force tied to their bloodline resurfaces, a battle begins between loyalty, power, and survival. As alliances shift and betrayals cut deep, one question looms: how far would you go to protect what’s yours—when the cost might be your soul? Dive into a tale of mystery, power, and the haunting choices that shape destinies.

Wishes are subjective, and those who are reborn are nothing but hypocrites unworthy of the first. Words crumble to ashes, and memories of their origins resonate within fractured bodies. Amid a dream that is no mere illusion but a radiant illumination, shadows grow deeper, and the truth reveals itself, a child’s dream begins. I woke up in a world of uncertainty, a realm twisted and cruel, where swords clash, blood stains the ground, and monstrous beasts stalk the living. Flying ships drift above boundless chains that shackle the sky, while wars rage endlessly with weapons both ancient and unknown. It’s a place where beauty and terror coexist, where joy flickers like a fragile flame before being consumed by shadow. I am Celm, a man whose memories feel like shards of glass, fractured, distant, and painful. I don’t know who I truly am or why this world feels both alien and hauntingly familiar. The forsaken lands around me pulse with disasters and despair, as people endure a cycle of torment they cannot escape. And yet, hidden within this chaos lies a haunting beauty, a world that shifts and bends under the weight of forgotten truths. In this labyrinth of suffering and wonder, whispers of the Forsaken World linger, a place where the truth is absolute, where the laws of other realms erode, and where even gods lose their divinity. Every step I take feels like a descent into something deeper, a dream interwoven with reality and riddled with secrets. What is my place in this nightmare? What lies at the heart of a dream so vivid it burns brighter than light itself? I don’t know where the path leads, but I do know one thing: the truth, however unbearable, cannot be avoided forever.

First of all, don't expect anything very good. This is the first time I write such a novel and I use translation because English is not my native language. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- After the death of his parents, young Kael is sent to the palace, where he struggles with loneliness. Even though he is ostracized and despised in the palace where he was educated, the anger and determination within him make him stronger. One day, he encounters a secret conspiracy to save the princess and learns that she has been kidnapped by a shadowy organization. Kael sets out on a dangerous path to both save the princess and pursue the betrayal in the palace. However, this journey will not only offer him the opportunity to defeat his enemies, it will also lead him to find a lost piece. Can Kael win his battle for the throne, or will he forever lose a part of himself that was lost on his path to power?

Her sweetness was her charm, her innocence a mask. Lily’s feelings for her distant uncle started to bloom. Sweet and innocent, like a flower. But sweetness fades, and innocence doesn’t last. Flowers are beautiful... but some are dangerous.

In a small, grimy town, there lived a man who never believed in himself—George Zaramov. Tall, young, and fragile, he shared a home with his younger brother and grandmother, the only family he had left after his parents were brutally murdered. Their deaths shattered his world, leaving him drowning in despair. Though burdened by failure, temptation, and hopelessness, a flicker of empathy for his own existence still remained. Hardworking and kind-hearted, George was a man of good character—yet he treated himself with none of the same kindness he showed to others.

A Trip to friendship, family, love, misunderstandings, happiness and?

Andrew and Holly didn’t know what they were getting into when they tried to use a demonic ritual to spice up their sex life. Now anyone they have sex with dies! and what’s worse is they have to kill someone this way once every thirteen days or they die. Do they value their own lives above the lives of countless others or will they accept their fate and spare the lives of countless people?

|13X FEATURED · 2024 NANO WATT/ONC 2024 LONGLIST · AMBASSADORS' PICK| Two years after her older brother's tragic death, anxiety-stricken Maisie and her emotional support cat, Milo, attend the Disney College Program, where they must discover a new life meaning in the most magical place on Earth. *** The death changed everything. Milo, an orange tabby, has always wanted a little sibling, but after the tragic loss of his owner's older brother, adoption was put on hold, and he became her Emotional Support Animal. Now, two years later, Maisie's determined to grant Milo's long-overdue wish; however, she's still grieving and overthrown with anxiety, leaving Milo to tag along with her for the famed Disney College Program. Nevertheless, when heartbreak catches him, too, Milo must push past his grief to save himself and his wish. Maisie Claire is ready to move on but not prepared to leave her family after two years for the DCP. She would've never accepted that offer letter if it hadn't been for her parents helping her get an ESA. Now trapped in an unfamiliar world, Maisie must find a new life meaning while still keeping her brother's memory alive. It starts with discovering the courage to befriend her mysterious suitemate and thanking Milo for everything he's done. After all, sometimes moving on just takes a little bit of courage. *** *Prompt Used: #24-"A desperate wish, made from the heart, is always answered. Sooner or later.* *Based on a true story.* *Contains a subtle, LGBTQ+ subplot because of Disney's Inclusion Key, but it's not the main focus. However, please be respectful.*

Peace Matthew’s gets the opportunity of a lifetime when she's hired as the executive secretary to Nathaniel Sterling, the enigmatic and powerful head of Sterling Enterprises. Business is said to be cutthroat for Nathaniel, who built an empire on the tatters of competitors. Peace attempts to put her stamp on the role and quickly proves she is indispensable as she handles Nathaniel's mad schedule with aplomb while handling his high-stakes business deals with aplomb. Nathaniel's right-hand man, Lucas Smith-charismatic and strategic CRO at the company-does not fall one bit short of mysterious. While Nathaniel may be cold and distant, Lucas is charming, calculating, and dangerously handsome. Torn between them, Sterling Enterprises is having her in one very high-pressure environment, trying to keep her feelings from getting away from her.

I wake up with the sun beating down on my face, and sweat dripping from my neck down my spine, I turn over to look at my alarm clock and it’s … it’s not there, this isn’t my room… but wait it is . I quickly get up from my bed and rushed out of my room to go check for my best friend who I was living with at the time . “Jerald !!! Jerald !!! What’s going on, did you move my things ?” But my mum answered instead “ who is Jerald??? You woke up late and now you’re trying to bring the whole house down, go shower or you’ll be very late for school, you better hurry or I’m throwing you and your bag out at 7:40 “ my mum said as she walked away to the kitchen. I was shocked, I didn’t understand what was going on, I moved from my mums house two years ago, I’m currently leaving in a Condo in LA with best Friend from high school … this isn’t LA… or maybe I’m still asleep? . I walk to my old bathroom to go wash my face. I turned the tap on and splashed some water on it, then I grabbed the towel next to the door and look at the mirror in front of me … I screamed !!! “Aghhhhhhhhhhhhh” why do I look 14???? I’m 21 …. I felt dizzy, but i could hear my mum yelling from the kitchen “stop shouting and just kill the spider, it can’t kill you” my mum said thinking I saw a bug, how is she sure it’s not poisonous … typical African parent, but wait … what is happening to me ? Did I go back in time ?

What is the meaning of life? other than to walk? this personal message emphasises the purpose and worth of questions, why should you ask?

In a world where memories can be implanted, edited, and even stolen, the lines between reality and fiction are constantly blurred. Julian Ross, a man with fragmented memories and a past shrouded in mystery, finds himself at the center of a catastrophic event that threatens to upend the fragile balance of power in a world controlled by powerful corporations and clandestine organizations. As he navigates the treacherous landscape of his own mind and the world around him, Julian Ross must confront the dark forces manipulating his reality and the true purpose of the mysterious facility where his journey began. With the help of an advanced AI and his own growing sense of self, he must fight to uncover the truth about his past, his identity, and the world he lives in. But as the stakes escalate and the body count rises, Julian Ross realizes that his memories, though fragmented and unreliable, may hold the key to unlocking the secrets of his world – or destroying it forever."

In a world devastated by the E virus, Samantha struggles to keep her little brother alive while humanity is plunged into chaos. Civilization has fallen, leaving behind a desolate landscape, where the ruins of cities are only a reminder of the past. Ghouls, beings infected by the virus, roam the world and stalk the few remaining survivors. Samantha, armed with a rusty machete, faces the harsh reality of a world where survival is a luxury. On her way to despair, she clings to the hope of finding refuge in a fortress to the north, where a rumor tells of a wall that could protect the survivors. However, resources in the village are running low, and hunger grips everyone. When he approaches the village leader's residence, he discovers an even more terrifying reality: the chief, once a trustworthy man, has succumbed to fanaticism and proposes to sacrifice the weakest to save himself. Amidst the tension, Samantha will have to face not only the horrors of an apocalyptic world, but also the inner demons of those who were once her colleagues. With the threat of ghouls always lurking, Samantha must do whatever it takes to save her brother and find a way out before the darkness is all-consuming. But in this new world, who can trust whom, and how far will she be willing to go to save her brother?

EVERY MAN HAS THEIR STITCHES AND BURNS Harlan Oxford Brandle was just a normal agent, but everything changes when he meets the mysterious Clair Delvey. See what made Harlan Brandle the agent he is. Series

Beneath the North Star-the first-ever BL story in history to explore the love between two North Koreans: a commoner and a soldier, trapped in a country that denies them freedom. In a country ruled by fear, hunger, and propaganda, a prisoner of the system and a loyal soldier cross paths. Kang Hae-jin has lost everything-his freedom, his family, and his future. To survive, he endures. Jeong Tae-ho, a Senior Lieutenant of the North Korean army, follows orders without question, believing in the greatness of his nation. But in a world where emotions are forbidden, what happens when an impossible love begins to grow? And in a land where escape means death, how much are they willing to sacrifice for freedom? Beneath the North Star is a story of pain, love, and survival.

Arctic enthusiast Huo Yu is transported to a parallel world where he obtains the "Ice Guardian System" and becomes a polar ranger stationed alone at the desolate No. 249 Research Station. Not only can he gain Recognition Points from live-stream viewers, but he also receives Recognition Rewards from endangered Arctic wildlife! • A polar wolf shows affection, gifting an Arctic Survival Bundle through the system. • A baby great auk adores him, awarding a Multi-functional Base Vehicle via the system. As rare creatures flock to Station 249, the bleak outpost evolves into the City of Dreams for ice guardians!