Second Grade Holdout Realistic Contemporary

Darius Fall was a rising star in the world basketball league, a point guard known for his vision and cunning, setting up plays like a chess grandmaster. On the brink of greatness, his career came to a brutal end when an intentional foul crushed his arm, shattering his dreams. He never recovered, he descended into despair, grief ultimately drove him to suicide, convinced that his story was finished. But destiny had other plans. Darius awakens in a fantastical realm where basketball is far more than a game—it’s a path to honor, power, and influence. Reborn into a humble, struggling family, he’s driven by an intense new purpose: to work his way into the prestigious academy, , against all odds. He carries the memories of his past and an unyielding determination, grinding himself to the bone, training morning and night to make his way among the elites of the exclusive academy of the kingdom, where he needs to learn the new mechanics of basketball in this new world. Author Here, just started to write novels, not really good in literature, i just want my ideas created to life, English is my second language. leave a rating or review, it help me so much if you like the story please support me. Cause making one chapter eat most of my time, it helps me keep motivated if others like my story

Damian, a 9-star Heavenly Knight died at the hands of a formidable mystical creature that wielded unimaginable power. Just when he thought that it would be the end of his journey, he found himself reincarnated into the body of a young boy who was born with a nine-ringed soul mark and nine anma cores. Used to the harsh environment of his past life, Damian was surprised to find a peaceful place in a world teeming with ferocious mystical beasts. The cruel experience he had, shaped him to become a detached and cold-blooded machine, indifferent to the life and death of other people. Will the tranquil new world thaw his ice-cold heart or will he remain indifferent to everything?

Nine Tribulation Immortal Emperor, reborn in the city! One Earth, one Immortal Realm, the difference is as vast as that between heaven and earth!

This was an era where everyone had awakened their unique talent sequences. Jack Mitchell, who had crossed over from another world, found his talent to be mediocre. However... he awakened the Ultimate Survival System. For every minute he stayed alive, he would gain 1 survival point. And if he shocked or amazed others by using the system’s powers, he would receive massive bonuses—ten times, a hundred times the survival points. The survival points were incredibly powerful, allowing him to exchange them for attribute points or skill proficiency. Jack could literally grow stronger just by lying down! What kind of family could handle this? Was this defying the heavens? No, it was straight up ridiculous! Sixty survival points per hour, at least 1,440 survival points per day. After a month of doing nothing, Jack was stunned to discover: I’ve become unstoppable!

Note: Would be better to read Adopted Soldier first. Raised to be the perfect soldier for battle, Alexander had risen to be the youngest S rank Merc. After attaining the strength he so desired, his adoptive father forcefully made him leave the battlefield. Alex unwilling to acknowledge his retirement was given a mission by his adoptive father. "The mission objective is to find a girl in the public High School you'll be attending and protect her." A familiar story a different route. The first part of the story will be similar with some newly added scenes as well as different choices.

[Warning! #Yandere!] Aiden Cross was a boy who was smarter than a kid his age. Born on the seemingly normal planet Earth. Who finds his life very boring. 100 years ago, World War III happened for unknown reasons. Resulting in 25% of the world population perishing in this war and no one can talk about this due to the single organization which controls the world after the war. Does there lie a big secret behind the war that made all the previous nations fight for? Would he uncover the secret of the war? Or will he become a pawn of powerful organizations? But one day Aiden’s life turned upside down in an accident. Aiden lost his mother, and Aiden himself was on the verge of dying. Then he awakened the system and even met a beautiful yet haughty goddess. "You should feel honored you meet the great me hmph!" [Ding] [Compatible host detected] [Initializing the cosmic system] [Connecting the cosmic system to the host's soul] [Connection Completed] A system promises to make him stronger and help him revive his mother back to life. And inform him about the awakening of his world, which is no less than the apocalypse. With the help of the system, Aiden awakens Limit Grade Talent, but his talent is not complete and has a fatal side effect. [Talent: Celestial (unknown)] (incomplete) Aiden has to copy many talents to complete his talents. And travels to many different worlds. As he meets different races, a naive elven princess, prideful and lustful dragons, bored vampires, and a horny angel who offers herself to him  “I offer you my body and soul; please accept me." An angel with a flushed red face said  Unfortunately for our Aiden his big sis is a total yandere who couldn't even let him talk to another girl in front of her. Aiden has a dream of making a harem so he has to tread a careful line to get what he wants. Will he be able to have a harem or not? No one knows. But his otherworldly appearance wouldn't make it easier for him as he attracted many women's attention from a young age, which made his big sis even more jealous and crazy for him. Would he be able to have a harem in his long cultivation journey to revive his mother and discover many secrets of the cosmos with his yandere sister being present? Milfs, Virgins, Succubus, Vampires, Elves, Princesses, Demonesses, Angels, Goddesses, Dragons, Phoenixes, Dryads, Cultivation, System, Yandere, Otherworldly Handsome MC, and many more. _________________________ #No-NTR #No-Yuri #Yandere GOALS!!!! 200 power stones(weekly) = 1 extra chapters at the end of the week 50 golden tickets (weekly) = 2 extra chapters at the end of the week Donating Castle(or any other super gift) = 5 Chapters mass release(within 7 days) Join the Discord server at the link below to discuss the story. https://discord.gg/yD2GXRHHfp

Layla Nightshade, a rising star in the acting world, is determined to become one of the greatest actresses. Her journey is fueled by her admiration for Zaya Swanson, a top model with a mysterious, icy heart. Two years after their first encounter, fate brings them together again when Zaya is forced to take on a lead role in a movie alongside Layla. As they navigate the challenges of the film set, Layla’s warmth begins to melt Zaya’s defenses. However, Zaya’s reluctance to engage in romantic scenes and her disdain for acting create tension. Layla is determined to uncover the reasons behind Zaya’s cold demeanor and help her rediscover the joy in life and love.

In Second Chance Runway, we follow the tumultuous life of Elena Vargas, a young woman whose beauty is overshadowed by her lack of self-care and the oppressive figures around her. At 21, she is forced into a loveless marriage by her mother, to a man who is nothing but cruel. Despite landing a lucrative job at the prestigious Grand State Buildings, Elena’s life is far from grand as her husband seizes her earnings, and her family treats her with disdain. Her world shatters further when her husband’s affair with her sister comes to light. Just when it seems like her story has reached its tragic end, fate intervenes. A fatal accident sends Elena back in time, waking up as her 18-year-old self. With memories of her past life intact, she seizes this miraculous opportunity to rewrite her destiny. Determined to pursue her long-forgotten dream of becoming a supermodel, Elena embarks on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. But it’s not just about the glitz and glamour; it’s about settling scores. As she rises through the ranks of the fashion world, Elena plots a sophisticated revenge against those who wronged her, all while navigating the complexities of love, family, and fame. Will Elena’s second chance lead her to the life she’s always dreamed of, or will the shadows of her past prove too difficult to escape? Second Chance Runway is a story of resilience, ambition, and the transformative power of self-belief.

Jolyn received a harsh rejection from her fiance and the head of their pack all because she was human. Humiliated and heartbroken, she decides to take her life however, fate had more in stored. She finds herself in the presence of a strange man who introduces himself as the Lycan King but most importantly - Her Father. Follow Jolyn's new life from rock bottom to royalty as she tends to her past feelings while looking forward to a possible bright future.

After a decade of battling for dominance in the virtual world of Ethereal Requiem, Kane Ryker, the legendary Phantom Strategist, is betrayed by his own team and cast aside by a ruthless corporation. Forced to delete his prized character and left with nothing but shattered dreams, Kane wakes up to a shocking twist—he’s been sent back in time to his younger self, before the rise of his former empire. Armed with the knowledge of the future and unmatched skills, Kane vows to rebuild his legacy and exact revenge on those who wronged him. But in this second chance, will he choose a new path, or is he destined to repeat the same mistakes? WARNING! Full of cliché RPG elements, forging, alchemy, kingdom building, beast fusion, and some romance. No harem.

After confessing her love to her childhood best friend, Gabrielle finds herself rejected and sold to a cruel high official in exchange for power by the best friend whom she loved so much. Hurt, betrayed, subjected to abuse, and stripped of her noble title Gabrielle begins to lose all hope until one day she runs into a man from a neighboring kingdom in need of help. Despite the danger Gabrielle agrees to help this man get back to his kingdom only to find that he is King and he is smitten with her. Will Gabrielle find her happily ever after with her new found love or will a sudden change of heart from her childhood best friend tear them apart?

Amelia never thought the man she built her life with would betray her. But when David, her husband of ten years, casually hands her divorce papers and admits to an affair, her world collapses. Standing at the edge of despair, she contemplates the unthinkable. But then, a single thought pulls her back—her twins. They need her. And more than that, she needs to rebuild for them and for herself. Determined to start anew, Amelia takes her first shaky steps toward independence. It’s a lonely road, but her resolve grows with every challenge she faces—until a chance meeting changes everything. Enter Ethan, the powerful, enigmatic CEO whose world seems untouchable. Their connection is instant, but after all she's been through, Amelia guards her heart fiercely. Yet, behind his stoic exterior, Ethan sees Amelia's strength and vulnerability, and he's drawn to her in a way he can’t explain. As she fights for custody of her children, battles her ex-husband’s manipulations, and strives to rebuild her career, Amelia begins to realize that maybe she can have more than just survival—maybe she can have a second chance at love, too. But trust doesn’t come easily, and neither does the life she’s striving to create. “I’ll fight for what’s mine,” she says, her voice steady, even as her heart races. “Then I’ll be right beside you,” Ethan replies, offering more than just his power—he’s offering his heart.

Cyrus was a man who was born into poverty and had to learn how to fend for himself on his own. His parents struggled to find a way to make ends meet, so he had to resort to petty theft and deception in order to keep himself alive. As time went on, he began to lose sight of who he truly was, which was protecting his family from the cruelty of the world. All he could think of was how to become wealthier and wealthier, no matter the cost. Through a combination of charm, manipulation, and ruthlessness, Cyrus clawed his way to success, only for it to be taken away from him after he was brutally crushed by the poor architectural designs of his apartment complex. It seemed death wasn't the end for him when he came face-to-face with a god who called himself Omnixis. They were able to make a deal that he has no recollection of, and he was reborn as Cyrus Moreno in the world of Elyria.

"You are the only one that can make this happen. Take my virginity and all these ends. Do with me whatever you want." It is true when they say that 'anyone who goes around seeking darkness, will find the darkness and the darkness will end up consuming him. Or her.' This is the case of Princess Zamira who grows up with the knowledge that she is to rule her father's kingdom after his demise but everything takes a different turn after the throne falls into peril and becomes at risk of being taken away completely and the right to rule, lost. Everything is done to save the throne and the kingdom but every effort proves to be futile and now there is only one option left; and that is for the Princess to get married to an old tyrant king, Alvarez. Leaving Mira with no choice, she decides to go through with the marriage which is scheduled to hold at Alvarez's hotel. Before the wedding ceremony even began, Alvarez tries to forcefully have sex with her but Mira resists him and escapes. Without knowing where to run to that night, she inadvertently enters the suite of a well known mogul in the hotel and hides in the dark until the uproar about her search subsided. Just when she is about to leave the suite, she hears a deep voice coming out from the water, halting her and stopping every flow of life in her. "Who are you?" She makes a bold attempt to inquire of him. "I am Devile, and I am the second son of Satan." Came his fiery response. Despite the fear that crept in slowly inside of her, Mira has a little stroke of hope -- that maybe she has met him. The one who would save her from her unfortunate fate. But the question is; who exactly is this man and will he save her as she hopes or will he consume her with his darkness? ... WARNING!!! Erotic sex scenes in some chapters.

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An office based love triangle between a male married boss and his online worker which brews a mixture of emotion from the other colleagues and his wife as they all see HER as an enemy. Lina is an 18 year old female who just got hired luckily by one of the best performing cloth wear and meets her to be boss and is love struct at first site. Lina is working with four other people ( JOHN,SANDRA, EMILY AND ABDREW) and they work in a very friendly environment untill they start to notice the extra special treatment Lina receives from Mr Rimu.Will Lina be able to cope with all the pressure, will she also develop feelings for her boss,with their relationship conquer,will her boss leave his current wife for her? Let's hope into this office romance and have fun.

Kelly here...Please Look for Our Second Chance At Marriage Instead....This book is an error.

The main character found himself in the body of a notorious villain from his favorite web novel.

Dante Castellano was once the most feared mafia boss in the underworld, ruling with an iron fist and unmatched cunning. But even the mightiest fall. Betrayed by those closest to him, Dante met a violent end, his empire crumbling before his eyes. However, death was not the end for Dante. Reborn into a younger body in an unfamiliar world, he is granted a second chance—this time with a mysterious Mafia System guiding his every move. The system offers him tasks and rewards that can rebuild his power, piece by piece, as he navigates a new life of crime, loyalty, and betrayal. As Dante climbs the ranks once more, the line between redemption and revenge blurs. Will he use his second life to reclaim his throne, or will he be consumed by the same darkness that destroyed him before? In a world where trust is scarce and ambition is deadly, Dante Castellano must learn from his past or risk losing everything once again.

Just three best friends who got reincarnated in another world full of magic.

At first, the young Joe Black looks for a way to escape from his house, due to the mistreatment he receives from his father's partner and his two daughters. But one afternoon his whole life took a 180° turn when he received the first two "quests" that changed not only his perspective on the world but his entire personality. Starting with a little revenge against his thugs and learning to survive in a world completely unknown, a world inhabited by terrifying and extraordinary beings. A world where a night stalker is king if you are sensitive to certain situations of moral character or looking for a vigilante hero please get your reading, not your cup of tea No "NTR" there is only "Netori" and a touch of "Family Love" This story is based on a fantasy world, where the characters and places do not exist, any resemblance to reality is mere coincidence

Ryu Ji-Ho was nothing more than a third-rate director, trapped in the shadows of his own failures. But when fate handed him a second chance, he was reborn with an unbreakable resolve. This time, Ryu Ji-Ho wasn't just dreaming; he was building an empire. From the cutthroat Korean film industry to the dazzling lights of Hollywood, he crafted his story with a sharp vision and a courage that knew no bounds. Yet, behind the glittering façade of his career lay a dark secret, one that threatened to destroy everything he had painstakingly built. With enemies lurking around every corner, Ryu Ji-Ho was forced to confront his past and make a choice—between the intoxicating glory of success or the inevitable downfall that awaited him.

After the death of his brother, Johan meets a side of the world unknown to him. Rankers, ancient families, the Aether and his mysterious system that he obtains from his brothers remains lead him into an adventure from uncovering the secrets behind his brothers death to creating his own harem. To protect his family and loved ones from his enemies he decides to stay hidden for the most part.  A slice of life adventure with a MC that becomes incredibly strong over time.

Oakley sits in the dark of the livingroom she shares with her mate by the window. He is late again. She is hoping that he is just working late when she receives a text message from her sister. The message is thinking her for sharing her mate along with a picture of the two of them in bed. Oakley is heartbroken. The following morning Oakley decides to leave the pack. She rejects her mate and her pack and drives the two day drive to her grandparents pack. She is welcomed into their pack. A few days after joining the pack she finds her out that her larger then average wolf is special and she also finds her second chance mate. She must stop the vampire that is trying to kidnap her for her powers and save the supernaturals from distraction.

A Second Chance is a story about a guy named Ryan Mitchell who dies and gets reincarnated into another world to have his second chance at life. In his new life he goes through many challenges, meets many people, and enjoys his life to the fullest.

Meet Lisa a spoilt, selfish rich kid, who always want everything for herself, but end up losing everything,her parents and brother's love and her fiance. She lost her dignity and finally lost her life to her cousin. When she opened her eyes she realized, that she went back in time, when she was fifteen, And this time she promised herself, she will make things right.

I was 31, laying in a pool of my blood. As my eyes closed and I slowly lost consciousness, I thought about all the wonderful things in life I would miss. My family, friends, pets. Everything I loved would be taken away from me when I died. With that thought, I died. However, God, the universe, or whatever it was, brought me back to life. I was in the past! This time I will accomplish everything I couldn't in my previous run. With the power of hypnosis and a second chance, I will etch my name into the history books! But is it that simple? How will this power change who I was?

Lucas Huang seems to have it all—good grades, a loving family, and a bright future. But when he comes out as gay on New Year’s Eve, everything falls apart. His family and friends turn their backs on him, leaving him feeling lost and alone. Just when he’s at his lowest, he meets a stranger who changes everything. As they grow closer, Yangxin begins to find the courage to accept himself for who he truly is. But will he have the strength to embrace his true self, even if it means going against everyone else? - - - All Rights Reserved 2024 Cover made by innaru