The Dark Garden A

The world was an instrument, a tool, and a force meant to be seized by man… yet, should man extend his hands into realms beyond, it would bite back. For if a king wishes to soar, he must first take flight; but if a peasant wishes to live, he must first embrace death. This person was neither king nor peasant. He was already dead, yet by the mercy—or whim—of the gods, he had been granted a second chance. Cast into a world where power reigned as king and weakness was the mark of a peasant, this boy held no ambition to soar above others or to bend them to his will. His wish was simpler, yet no less profound: he wished to live—and, if he could not, then to die on his own terms. Yet with no ambition he sits on a Throne of Eyes and which he seeks. [Contains Dark Themes]

When this world was created far long ago, different species battled to become dominant. In the end, the species that achieved that goal were dragons, demons, and, finally, humans. Every species is different, but there's one thing they all have in common their magic drive. Drives are the power in this world everyone has at least one... well except one boy.

[sexual content and lemons warning] Warning: Sexual content, lemons, MILFs, Genius Mc. Voldrak, once a formidable outer immortal, finds himself betrayed by those he trusted most and cast down to the Base Realm—the lowest and most wretched of all realms. Stripped of his power, his wealth, and his freedom, Voldrak awakens as a slave in the human world, a realm where the weak suffer and the strong rule. All that remains of his former glory is a faint trace of his dark powers and a CURSED DUAL-CULTIVATION technique—a technique he despises above all else. Faced with the prospect of a slow death and his bitter thirst for revenge, Voldrak has no choice but to wield the forbidden power he abhors. As he stares at the Notifications shimmering before him and then at the woman lying at his feet, his face twists with fury and resolve. "I will use you," he growls, his voice as cold as the abyss. Yet, to his surprise, the woman nods fervently, her eyes burning with a fire of her own. "Use me," she echoes, "as long as I can gain enough power to seek my revenge too." Now, with vengeance as his only guide, Voldrak embarks on a perilous journey to reclaim his lost power and build an army strong enough to challenge the Inner Immortals who betrayed him. But with each step he takes, the cursed technique claws deeper into his soul, threatening to warp his mind and twist his desires. But what happens when one of his wives dies and he realizes that he can no longer be bound to a system that insists on snatching his body instead of helping him to power up? Sacrificing the two people he swore to protect, he makes a pact with the devil, discovers his hidden identity and discovers the truth in his missing memories. Fueled with renewed rage against the ones who tossed him down from his ultimate seat of power as the overall ruler of the Superior immortals, Voldrak's soul is blackened beyond repair. He kills his body and gets a second chance, one paved in blood, gore and completely devoid of mercy. [Minion Subjugation System Activated} [Stella-Sixth rank soldier has been defeated. Would you like to absorb her powers directly or turn her into a mindless minion} [If dissatisfied you can also turn her into a busy-bee, a money-maker, Core enhancer or a magnificent member of your harem} His power increases as he slowly conquers the high-mortal realm one person at a time but the three Superior immortals are unwilling to let him amass power in a way that would threaten their reign.

In a world where magic reigns and darkness lurks, Kazuki Takashi endures a nightmarish cycle of abuse after losing his real parents. Adopted by a cruel family, his rage simmers until a field trip thrusts him and his classmates into a mystical realm, where a king asks for their help to save his kingdom from monstrous hordes. When Kazuki’s latent dark and electric powers emerge, he becomes the target of scorn, even from his closest friend. Banished and battered, he confronts his painful past, training relentlessly to surpass his limits. As he evolves from a broken boy into a powerful warrior, Kazuki seeks vengeance against those who wronged him. With the threat of gods looming and alternate realities colliding, Kazuki’s journey becomes a race against fate itself. Will he rise from the shadows to claim his destiny, or will he succumb to the darkness within? Discover his tumultuous tale of revenge and self-discovery in "The Dark Ascendance."

"I was called evil just because I killed a few Gods—Is that right?!! "My actions were justified. Who wants to worship beings who are nothing but power-hungry tyrants?" "So, I slayed them." *Haha!* After a battle that shook the Earth beyond anything recorded in history, the most feared entity—a rogue god—was finally vanquished: the God of Darkness. With his defeat, demi-gods and gods finally found peace, relieved of the threat he once posed. But peace came at a cost. As punishment by the supreme gods, Azrael, the rogue god, was transmigrated into a human body. Stripped of his divine powers, he now had to start from scratch, trapped in a mortal shell that could not sustain the will and power of a god. Just when all seemed lost, a new hope arose. [Ding!!] [New body sustainable unlocked: Reptilian skin] [20% of power gained] [Mission: eradicate all living things in a 20 mile radius] "I am coming for you all!!" **** [Note: Please don't forget to add to your library, and support thank you] Also, not a harem.

A noble girl who cares for only books and knowledge, not giving a single thought about marriage or what others think of her. She meets a commoner boy in a garden and their meeting keeps growing and growing, like the many flowers that grow. But lies grow the more they meet. Here, in the garden of lies, their tragic love begins.

The Demon King has been defeated. There was only one survivor of the final battle and now the world of Sol Mundus is in chaos; one abandoned adventurer must either choose find a way home or save the world.

The Third World War happened. Countless lives bled and died, half of all life the world has to offer laid bare on the soil Mother Nature embrace. Pollution and wastes reaches all over the world. Humans and animals were sacrificed in the catastrophic destruction the humanity brought upon themselves. The people rioted and kill each other at the times where they should band together. The world is left with a tragedy that signifies the beginning of the end. A deadly virus roam all over the world and evolved to the point that the infected eventually loss all hope of seeing the next sunrise. It left the surviving life to desperation, the people’s will collapse at the sight of their doom. THE BETRAYAL HAPPENED AT THE VERY BEGINNING. The precious ends of time were spent in silence as the sun give its last rays of light to the Ruins of the Old World. A significant period to be witness by all before the precious hopes and dreams for salvation collapses. Remnants of families stayed huddled together — in life and death, at the darkness and dawn. The world shall be inhabitable for humanity will reach its extinction. However, the cosmos seems to have brought about different tale. Countless small meteorites showered its luminous rays upon the Earth. The meteorites rained all over the world days and nights, creating a havocs effect. The tenacious living survive to witnessed this phenomenon and the unyielding world shall thrive by creating and shaping the beginning of the New World.

He was a prince from the biggest kingdom in the Andromeda Continent.His family was the Holy Knight descendants who had killed the dark king. A mysterious accident took his father's life and cursed him with the dark power, making everyone doubt his identity. His uncle treated him as a war puppet even forcing him to relinquish his right to the king's throne and his cousin treated him like his nemesis. Feeling guilty for his father's death he decided to give his blind loyalty to his kingdom and accidentally fell in love with an unknown woman. But after all, things started going well, he was accused of rebelling and was cruelly executed. A dark power revived him, but he was not the same person they once knew. This time he would rise again not only as a king but a king among the kings that conquered the land... _________ >This is love at first sight, but also a slow burn romance (Romance subplot) >The story mostly about the MC's internal struggle >Please expect a lot of battle and fighting scenes as well as some political maneuvers in this story >The MC is cold for romance and mostly act by his status as a royalty >His past play a big role please be patient >This is not eye for an eye type of story Discord chanel: https://discord.gg/mSRHyMVhnG Cover by Commission Aleena Mao from Pixiv -------------- Other works: *The Incubus System *Dragon King's Harem *Seven Sins System *Demon Lord's Succubus (Completed)

Raven is trapped in a mysterious facility, accused of killing her parents. With fragmented memories and a blurred past, Raven navigates the facility's sinister forces, seeking answers and protection for herself and her younger sister, Hannah.

Han Xue Qin lost her family in a car crash. She wonders in her midnight garden in daze. One day at 19, she meet a boy briefly in collage. Again in her adulthood, she met him again in her midnight garden. However he turns out to be the man that her cousin's groom. She retune to hide in her midnight garden but he seek her out to bring her out to the sunlight garden.

Rowan sees beauty in death. The Order he has sworn to obey only sees defilement. As the reviled Caretaker of the Order, Rowan has accepted his role as a dutiful outcast because he believes it is the only way to prove his worth to the man who holds his sisters’ souls as collateral. With his magic and his voice, Rowan can absorb death and transform it, but only in ways the Order deems acceptable to maintain the stability of the reality it claims to protect Order must subdue Disorder. Reality must triumph over illusion. He is tainted and always will be. Rowan has never questioned those lessons, but that changes the night he harvests a crimson soul that is more than human and chooses to keep it a secret. When Rowan’s song transforms that soul into a beautiful and mysterious man he names Wren, he is forced to accept that sometimes duty is a lie and illusion is the only thing you can trust. As the fabric of the Order begins to unwind and a new kind of Disorder takes hold, Rowan will need to choose again, stand with the Order that held him down, or forge a new path with Wren at his side. He may be the only one who can restore balance to the worlds, but only if he can find balance within himself first. ************************************* Updates 3-4 times per week. Note: This story focuses on relationships. I promise an epic romance, lots of swoon-worthy moments, and a healthy amount of fluff. When it does get steamy…you might get burned. Fair warning for explicit content. I don’t shy away from my spice. There are lots of side characters and couples to fall in love with, in addition to the main couple. If you love the idea of found family, you will be happy. This book is set in a non-heteronormative world, so you will see various gender identities/expressions and types of love. ************************************* Excerpt (if you want the full steamy version, you will have to read the book!): Still reeling from the new magic that coursed under his skin and unsure of how to react to the desire that threatened to take control of him, Rowan froze. Wren's hot breath against his mouth sent a jolt of pleasure through his body, and he choked back a groan. A different kind of panic flared in Rowan's chest, burning him as if he were the one on fire. This was what he wanted, what he'd thought about every night since Wren left. But wanting more was one thing. Acting on it was another. He'd spent so much of his life hiding, he didn't know how to do anything else. One corner of Wren's mouth twitched as Rowan pulled away. When he attempted to free himself from Wren's grasp, Wren just hauled him closer. Rowan liked that he didn't have to think about what to do next. His bare chest thudded against Wren's torso, and the heat from Wren's body merged with Rowan's skin, melting him from the inside out. "What did you just do to me?" Wren's deep voice vibrated against Rowan's chest. "The Disorder of your illusion was holding you captive. I…I absorbed it." "Oh? Where did you learn to do that? Have I been gone that long?" Wren's grip loosened slightly on Rowan's wrists as if he was satisfied now that Rowan was practically sitting on top him. Rowan stared at Wren's lips. He opened his mouth to protest, but immediately closed it again. "I know you aren't going to say that I shouldn't touch you." Wren's free hand splayed over the small of Rowan's back. "Not when you started it." Rowan's breath hitched. "No. I'm not going to say that anymore. Not to you." "I thought you were afraid to be touched." Wren's fingers traced a circle over the curve of Rowan's spine as if testing for a reaction. "I know that I'm not afraid of you." Rowan waited for the panic to set in, but all he felt was desire. "With you, I want…" "You want what?" "I want more." Triumph flared in Wren's gaze before he narrowed his eyes. "Really? Then why are you still trying to get away from me?"

In a world where the chosen one has defeated the demon lord and brought peace to the realm, now 500 years have passed since the demon's defeat. Aetheria, the world, appears peaceful, but is it truly so?

Risa Nakagami, an 18-year-old farm girl, is eagerly preparing for her sister’s arrival and the upcoming Christmas season. Living a simple yet fulfilling life with her family and her childhood friend, Aaron, she has everything she could wish for. On Christmas day, just as Risa is about to return home with her sister and new lover during a serene walk, a tragic accident claims her life. Awakening in an unfamiliar world, Risa discovers she has been reincarnated as Stella Bushido, the Princess of Lunia. With her memories of her past life intact, she faces the challenge of adapting to her new identity and responsibilities. In the world of Utalia, where Lunia resides, Stella must navigate palace intrigues, political alliances, and the looming threat of rivalling forces that seek to destabilize her realm. Join Stella's journey as the Queen of Lunia, and her reign as the Dark Queen of Arcania in this ultimate tale. --------------------- This was long overdue, and just like Luscious Ambition, this is the ULTIMATE version of Stella's story coming with an entirely new ending and new world-building! To all the Stella fans, I'm giving Stella a proper story, truly.

With Audrey’s lost childhood memories, Aiden thought that making a mini garden full of good people surrounding her might be better because he knows that if she finds the truth she’ll never forgive him. But as Audrey finds out the missing pieces of her past, she’s slowly falling for the person whom she shouldn’t and that's the person who killed her parents, Aiden. Will their love for each other be pursued after knowing the truth? Will Audrey forgive Aiden’s lies? Did Aiden really kill Audrey’s parents?

In the wake of the cataclysmic apocalypse that devastated humanity, the sudden emergence of the enigmatic and malevolent 'Hollows' posed an unprecedented and dire threat to the surviving population. These mysterious beings, with the unsettling ability to shift into various forms – from ferocious creatures to ethereal specters – added a layer of complexity to the peril faced by the shattered remnants of society. Amidst this escalating danger, a distinct group known as 'Theurgists' rose, harnessing arcane powers rooted in the very essence of nature. Shrouded in mystery, Theurgists emerged as the last line of defense against the encroaching Hollow threat, their abilities offering a glimmer of hope in the face of overwhelming darkness. Under the guidance of the global authority, the Omni, a sweeping initiative was launched to combat the Hollow menace. The formation of the Ark Knights, an elite cohort of Theurgist champions, signaled a critical turning point in the ongoing struggle for survival. Tasked with stemming the Hollow incursion and preserving humanity's dominion, the Ark Knights embarked on a hazardous quest to secure a future free from the specter of annihilation. Forced by circumstances beyond his control, Kandril found himself thrust into the heart of this tumultuous conflict, compelled by familial duties to embrace his destined role as a Theurgist in the relentless battle against the encroaching forces of oblivion.

the journey of a teen who struggles to find her roots

In the Kingdom of Cavalon, ruled by lycanthropes empowered by the moon, King Valen Nightshade faces the threat of war with the human-ruled Sora Dynasty, suspected of wielding destructive magic. Despite advisers urging caution, Valen’s pride drives him to prepare for battle, dismissing negotiation as weakness. As conflict erupts, Valen is forced into decisions that prioritize Cavalon's survival, unknowingly setting himself on a path to becoming a feared tyrant. In the coming darkness, foretold by an eclipse, both Cavalon and Valen undergo a haunting transformation, as his once-noble heart succumbs to shadow.

In a dark world ravaged by violence and cruelty, society as we know it has disappeared, giving way to merciless chaos. Primitive rules now dictate survival. At the heart of this disaster, a group of survivors try to find meaning in their existence, seeking hope amid the massacres. Their quest leads them to the discovery of an ancient prophecy that offers little hope of restoration. Between betrayals, fragile alliances and fierce battles, these broken souls fight for a future in a world where darkness seems to have taken total control. Guided by Merphis, the courageous leader of this small group of survivors, they navigate this chaotic and dark world with determination. Armed with their resilience and ingenuity, they fight against the evil forces around them, seeking temporary refuge and scarce resources to survive. Merphis, with her wisdom and leadership, inspires the group to resist in the face of the darkness that threatens to engulf them completely. Every day is a challenge, but they continue to move forward, finding fragile hope amidst the chaos, refusing to be overcome by darkness.

This story revolves around the divine garden and its inhabitants and their disobedience to its creator. Are they doomed to despair, or will they find their way among the disarray, or maybe the answers lie in the mysteries of the past? 

Neither Skyrim nor the art is mine, and I claim no ownership. (if asked I will remove it) Those that serve the mistress of Night are known as Nightingales. Thievery, cunning, and ambition are characteristics that makes up any Nightingale. Born into the guild and raised to steal and cut throats, Rava is the best weapon in the arsenal of Nocturnal, too bad his talents are wasted being a glorified bouncer. Now with his chance to truly live the life for himself, he might decide he's not too keen on continued existence in the infinite void after death

One step to cross thousand miles, thousand steps to reach the sky. " Who are you ?" He asked the darkness. " I am your shadow." The darkness answered. " No you aren't my shadow at all. " He denied adamantly. The darkness was silent. He looked at his own pitch black figure, engulfed by terrifying darkness, asking again. " Who am i? " " You'll know when you have enough strength." Deep black eyes with absolute calmness in face, heading toward the peak where he will find the answers for himself.

"My name is Vincent, I'm done with life and I'd rather take mine right now" that's how I felt but unfortunately, Heaven has other plans for me.I went from jumping off a building to end it all to being dragged into an unholy war and yes even as Angels are amongst them, there's nothing Holy about this. A battle between Angels and Demons, I know, Crazy right? Apparently once every 500 years there's a tournament between them, you may be wondering, what do I have to do with that? Well, Humans like me, are unfortunately dragged into this as vessels for this said battle, but this particular battle has me, literally, the stakes for this generation is very high compared to the usual, Lucky me I guess. As if that wasn't bad enough, I was chosen by the angel of death, and don't get your hopes up, it's not the cute Azreal, I got stuck with Abbabon the darkest Angel ever to exist. Now the fate of the world literally rests upon the hands of a suicidal human and 99 other Strangers. [DISCLAIMER:Chapters are rated 18: contain strong language, gore and violence]

Sold into marriage to a reclusive man. Megan is dragged to a clandestine midnight ceremony and delivered to Gabriel North. Megan must spend 30 days married to Mr. North before she may finally be free forever. The only problem is that he marries every year only to annul the marriage and his brides are never heard from again. No one knows anything about him except that he is extraordinarily wealthy, and he has an estate high on the mountain above the city that no one is brave enough to visit. Before this Megan Steele had the perfect life. She was a wealthy heiress from a prominent family. Her days were filled with family, travel, parties, and society. Expected to marry at eighteen but unable to bear the thought of leaving her perfect life she turned down one offer of marriage after another. Four years and four suitors rejected, Megan has been proposed to for a fifth time. The suitor is the son of her father's investment partner. Megan made a fatal error with this refusal and placed her desire for freedom above her father's company. She finds herself sold into a forced marriage to Mr. Gabriel North to recoup her father's investment funds. More than that though, Megan swears there is something dark about Mr. North, something dangerous, something otherworldly. Where is the staff that keeps caring for them? How does his house keep changing? Why did his friend call him sire?

seseorang yang tiba-tiba saja terbangun disebuah dunia yang bernama elden world,dia tidak mengetahui ia dimana tapi ia terus saja mengikuti dan menyusuri tempat-tempat yang ada.dikarenakan ia selalu saja mendengar bisikan yang menyuruh nya melewati dan menyusuri tempat-tempat tersebut.... siapakah ia?

Bai Caoshi transmigrated as a female supporting character who was destined not to live past the early section of a novel. She didn't show any signs of panic. On one hand, she resisted the system's method of accumulating points. With the other, she planted a garden with a hundred types of different herbs. She made a living and looked after her family, all the while fulfilling her duties as a wife. She set up a pharmacy, created medicinal diets, started a cosmeceutical firm, and ran a golf club while she was at it. Her life was at an all-time high. The official synopsis: A peasant girl who lived among common folks found herself a husband who was the man of every woman's dream. Ever since then, she started growing herbs and looking after her family while he did nothing but sit still and look pretty. Everybody said, "She's nothing but a widow. How is she good enough for him? "Only he knew that the honeysuckles in spring, fresh bamboo shoots in summer, snow lotuses on the mountains, and dendrobiums by the cliffs were all products of her prayers on her knees. She could make altars out of earth and fragrances out of the grass, and she chose to share her most precious gifts of nature with him alone. In the treacherous struggle for hegemony among members of the dynasty, she possessed incomparable wealth that could help him ascend to the throne of power. Without you, what's the point of having this golden robe and these splendid rivers and mountains?