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a boy named Hastora with a dark childhood, the city where he lived was destroyed by a monster with a very large size that caused almost all the residents living in the city to die, only a few people survived, namely Hastora, Sera (his older sister), Erza (his younger sister), and several other residents who survived. Hastora who was 7 years old at that time had to watch his parents die before his eyes, Sera who was 10 years old at that time had to take care of her younger siblings by working when they had moved to the capital. Because of that incident Hastora began to change his attitude from being cheerful and cheerful to someone with a cold personality. Hastora decided to break the thread of fate and wanted to be the strongest in order to protect his family. He will also get rid of everyone who gets in his way to become strong

Conrad an unemployed and obese geek finds himself possessing the body of the weak Victor Luxenberg, a 17-year-old boy born into nobility. Realising his precarious position, he must fight for his future with the help of a magical system. Battling against internal and external foes can Conrad adapt and survive in this new world as Victor.

Everyone has desires; whether it's for wealth, women, or power, but to achieve any of those things everyone needs one thing, strength. Strength could mean many things however, our protagonist never had any kind of strength and lived his entire life unfulfilled, drowning in his own mediocrity. Until one day everything changed and he found himself reborn into a new world.

The evil we sow unto the world, has a funny way of coming back to bite us, when that happens we call, call it karma, judgement, we feel that it is only right. I was born as the repayment, of the sins men have committed, as the beast destined to cleanse the world, with blood and, for all life they have taken, I will pay the equivalent with their blood, so fear not ye, death is only a moment away.

In the sleepy town of Willow Creek, chef Asher Crowley’s quiet life unravels when Isla, a sculptor with a shadowed past, steps into his kitchen. As fame and a dangerous stalker close in, their bond becomes a lifeline. Fleeing to Ordu, Turkey, they chase peace—but can they outrun the chaos? A story of resilience, secrets, and second chances.

(Rewritten) Welcome to my Another World Story! This is my first time trying a Nation in another world so expect some fixes on published chapters! In the realm of Altairas, the technologically advanced Empire of Wallonia awakens. Led by Emperor Arthur Paulus, a visionary driven by his ancestor's legacy and unwavering loyalty, and Chancellor Erich Von Lastra, his trusted friend and Field Marshal, who balances strategic brilliance with endearing humility. Together, they navigate the intricate dance of diplomacy, forging alliances and tempering the Empire's ambition for conquest and exploration. Their sights are set on the stars, but the dangers of Altairas loom close: magical threats, medieval rivalries, and the darkness of slavery. Can Arthur and Erich harmonize their pursuit of power with their desire for peace, or will the allure of domination prevail? Join the epic journey of Wallonia's rise, where loyalty, friendship, and duty shape the fate of Altairas.

Do you believe in miracles? Well for two high school students named Marcus Veridan & Ronnie Everst, they certainly do as they've managed to make a club all about making miracles happen. Despite the club struggling to find its footing, they manage to quickly find two new members in the form of Elizabeth Moore, a shy nerdy girl that somehow gets into drama pretty easily, and Alex Smith, a hot heated athletic dude that thinks with his fists. Together the four of them and their club named "The Miracle Clinic" will slowly but surely begin to shake the entire groundwork of the city they live in, one miracle at a time. ________________ this is my first ever webnovel story I've ever done so I'm sorry if some things are a bit rough at the start.

The world as we know it was destroyed overnight. Without warning, the power went out, technology was paralyzed, and millions of people turned into flesh-hungry zombies. From the sky, a mysterious voice echoed in everyone's mind: [Welcome to the Age of Doom! Kill or be killed. No rules. No mercy.] In the midst of this chaos, Raka Wiratama, an ordinary college student, found himself with a power that no one else had—the Domination System. Every enemy he killed could be controlled by him. Corpses that should have been silent now stood under his command. With the world turned into hell, Raka was not just trying to survive. He wanted more than that. He wanted power. But out there, other humans were rising too. Ruthless soldiers, bloodthirsty criminal gangs, and factions seeking to rule this new world. In a world without law, only those who were strong enough could stand at the top. And Raka was determined to become the ruler of this Age of Doom.

Once Mankind ruled the world. And living within the fringe of society, hidden but existing among us were the inhabitants of myths, fables, and legends. Then came the Crimson Plague, followed by the mass hysteria changes, and then the War. The War of Race broke out among the nine factions of the Etherborn society, led by the Vampires and the Children of the Light. Six millennia later, after the Long War, the nuclear holocaust, and the darkening of the sky, a new civilization prospered. The Children of the Light are gone, mankind has fallen from the top, and the Vampire race leads the new civilization. And among the Vampires are the seven Noble House that rule the Major nations. Follow the journey of Lilith Kain, Ariella Ashtarmel, Elijah Ashtarmel, and Eduardo Gomez as they strive to survive in a world that preys on the weak. … I will be posting this story on Royal Road.com. Discord: https://discord.com/channels/436731682268381186/436731682268381189

HERE’S TO SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL The rain hasn’t fallen on Mercer Street in over forty years. Water is rationed, the market thrives, and the people live hidden from time itself—until she appears. Margo arrives at the doorstep of an old apartment house, soaked from head to toe in something impossible. Rain. She doesn’t know where she came from. She doesn’t remember how she got there. But she smells like a storm from another time, and that scent is about to change everything. Park and Key, longtime friends and misfits of Mercer, take her in—one fascinated, the other suspicious. As they uncover the mysteries of her past, they find themselves tangled in a web of forgotten histories, secret societies, and a reality they were never meant to question. Time folds. The past whispers. And in a world where water is worth more than gold, the girl with the rain might just be the key to everything. A mind-bending dystopian fantasy soaked in jazz, opium smoke, and the scent of lost memories. Mystery, time distortion, and a city lost in its own legend A girl who shouldn’t exist—and the men drawn into her storm Secrets buried beneath the market and the gatekeepers who guard them A journey through a world where the past is a whisper and the future is unwritten Here’s to something beautiful. Here’s to what comes next.

A world thats rushing towards a dark ending. An slave traveler that yearns for his freedom. A fire that will consume anyone who stays behind. Will he be able to break the chains that bound him and reach the peak or will he just die like a sheep waiting to be slaughter. Wach him rise from the bottom and tries to discover why he came here. To save the world or rush it to that dark ending. This is a story of a traveler

Kalian pernah berpikir kehidupan di luar sana selain di bumi? Bagian semesta yang tersembunyi, terdapat banyak tempat yang ditinggali ada ras terkuat disebut "Dewa." Mereka bertugas mengatur dunia dan alam setelahnya. Namun, sebagian dewa juga masih ingin merasakan kehidupan di dunia sana. Sebagian dewa pun sepakat mengunjungi satu tempat di tata surya dan namanya adalah "bumi." *** "Di bumi ada banyak keajaiban yang disiapkan untuk kita jelajahi." Cover by hm_design12

story about a young mercenary boy Elian who gets involved in the matters related to the Tower of Temptation and helps his world get free from demon control, will he succeed read to find out about Elians story and his rise to power.

The ghosts of the past cross the cycle of reincarnation spanning thousands of years, and end up as slaves for others' amusement. The selfless weapons, filled with resentment, descend upon the human world after death. The so-called "fate" that these poor people keep talking about is nothing but a coincidence fabricated beyond their field of vision. The slaves don't wish to step into the gladiatorial arena, and the Shadow Warriors don't desire to obtain life either. If one wants to rebel, then the bottom line that "it" can tolerate will be your ultimate end. "Brother, I'm Alice Katerina. Don't forget my name..." Everyone knows Li Mo, yet Li Mo has forgotten everything.

Born with a boon which turned into a curse. The revenge of War God shall end the world. He is born to defy the heavens, and to rule the earths, The greatest cultivator shall endure the death due to love. The eternities of parting will deepen the grudge when the War God shall awaken again from the depths of the hells.

“There's a new report,” the heavy voice of the NIS director who had just entered the room broke the silence. “We found the same pattern. Teenagers going missing for several weeks.” “But the location...” the words of one of the team leaders were interrupted by something that didn't make sense. “At the school?” he continued with a look of reassurance, as did everyone else at the meeting, which was met with a reassuring nod of the director's head. ** "Me?" Na Jae Hoon, who had just returned from completing his mission, was surprised to hear that he had to return to school. “This is very urgent and has entered the red list,” said Baek Sang Joon, the head of Special Operation Team 2. ** Can Jae Hoon uncover the criminal network by keeping his identity from being revealed before he becomes the next target?

When Qin Ke woke up after her death, she realized that she was lying in a bridge hole, surrounded by darkness and a few dead people, and there was a game panel right in front of her. 　　The panel was very familiar to her, and it was the very game she had been playing before her sudden death. 　　It's a crime solving and mystery solving game where the player is drawn into the intrigue of multiple cases, each with their own unique escape challenges and surprises. 　　Surprises? Surprise! 　　It's exciting when you put it in a game, but it's deadly when you put it in reality! 　　There are thrilling unsolved cases waiting for you to scout, find out who is the culprit, be careful of the people around you, even passers-by may be hiding a big secret!

Shadows of Blood Valley" weaves a tale of intrigue and mystique. Haizen and Nova, two brothers bound by blood and burdened by their past, find themselves thrust into a world of darkness and deceit. As they navigate the treacherous landscape of Blood Valley, they uncover a web of secrets that threatens to unravel the fabric of reality itself. From hidden enclaves of sorcery to forgotten ruins steeped in legend, every step they take leads them deeper into the heart of darkness. SOBV I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad too https://patreon.com/Vixorlord?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

Rin, a demon, finds himself trapped in the Human Plane. He had fled the Demon Plane after being gravely injured by a god of the Heavenly Realm and flees to the Human Plane to recover. In the Human Plane there is relative peace. Demons and spirits still lurk, but are generally undetected by regular humans. As Rin recovers, he tries to maintain a normal human life in this strange world and even makes a few friends. However, his past eventually catches up with him as struggles with his identity, feelings and unresolved conflict with the Heaven Realm. King Constantine is a Heavenly god that rules over the Heaven Realm and begins to take note of this rouge demon who has appeared in the Human Plane. Together the Heavenly Realm, Human Plane and Demon Plane are in a vicious cycle. A story of gods, demons, and humans collide in this dark and twisted tale of love, betrayal and fate.

In the ordinary aisles of a local grocery store, Armilla's life takes an extraordinary turn. A chance encounter with the enigmatic Harrison sparks an immediate connection, a quiet intensity that promises a reprieve from the stifling control of her tumultuous relationship with Kensington. For Armilla, it's a breath of fresh air, a glimpse of a life beyond the possessive grip that has defined her recent past. Kensington, accustomed to unquestioned devotion, refuses to accept Armilla's growing distance. His obsession deepens, fueled by a jealous rage that threatens to consume him. He sees Armilla as his, a prize to be won, and the emergence of Harrison as a direct challenge to his dominance. As Armilla finds herself drawn to Harrison's gentle strength and quiet understanding, she makes a bold move: a public declaration of her feelings, a kiss that echoes through the halls of her high school. This act ignites a firestorm, transforming whispers into threats and revealing the hidden depths of Kensington's possessiveness. Harrison, while offering Armilla solace, harbors secrets of his own. His charm masks a complex past, and his intentions are not entirely transparent. As their relationship deepens, Armilla begins to question the true nature of his affections, wondering if she's simply trading one form of control for another. The lines between love and obsession blur as Kensington's actions escalate, pushing him to the edge of dangerous behavior. He manipulates those around him, attempting to turn public opinion against Armilla and Harrison, and sowing seeds of doubt within their burgeoning relationship. Armilla, caught in the crossfire, must learn to discern truth from deception, to trust her instincts, and to fight for her own agency. "A Neverending Passion (A SPARK OF RECKONING) : The perfect romance between two souls." explores the complexities of love, the dangers of obsession, and the power of self-discovery. As Armilla navigates a treacherous landscape of emotional turmoil and hidden agendas, she must confront the question: can true love flourish amidst the shadows of jealousy and control, or will a neverending passion ultimately destroy everything in its path? The story culminates in a powerful moment of confrontation and choice, leaving readers on the edge of their seats.

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An ordinary mountain village boy accidentally entered the local Jianghu sect and became a famous disciple. With such an identity, how can he gain a foothold in the sect and enter the ranks of immortals with mediocre qualifications, so as to be proud of the three worlds!

Excerpt~~ "Do you know how long— I have wanted to do this?" When he spoke up, his voice was husky, a mixture of desire and sincerity. Matching with the look in his eyes. Sending this strong vibration across her body. "From the very time I saw you, walking down that aisle, dressed to kill. And all I could picture at that moment was how to get my hands on you." A smile lit up her face as her heart made a joyful leap at his words. She felt that fluttering sensation in the pit of her stomach. Hot blood ran down her spine, as she lifted a hand to stroke his cheek to be certain he was real and not some hologram before leaning forward to trail a simple and soft kiss on his hard- chiseled chin. This is where she wanted to be, in his arms. Safe and secured. "Now that I think about it, I caught you staring at me that I almost lost a foot—- you literally were drooling on me." He laughed. His laughter was so rich, it sent her heart racing again. Out of the ladies I have acted alongside with, I have to admit— I'm not saying this to make you feel elated or to sound cheesy but it was what I felt at that moment. I felt that connection I had never felt before in all the female actors I have acted with. Truth be told, you are the best……" Synopsis~~ Jane Anderson was a rising star who was making waves with her acting talent, but at some point had to give up some big roles because of her boyfriend and it had always been her dream to act alongside a top actor, Toro Wilson. She finally landed herself a big gig to star as the female lead in a historical magical drama, alongside Toro Wilson. It was a dream come true. To celebrate the day, she ended up in a bar with her half sister who is also a rising actress and her friend. They partied the whole night and the next morning, Jane found herself unclad in the bar upper room and it dawned on her, she had a one night stand with an unknown guy but while hurrying out of the room, unknown to her, a camera was secretly taking shots of her. Soon, she found out her boyfriend was cheating on her with someone she never expected. Amidst the heartache, she was accused of a crime she didn't do which made her give up acting. Situationship brought her close to the top actor, Toro Wilson, who for some reason had a trauma of laying his hands on women (touching women) Now the two grew closer and worked together. Jane has to beat all odds to rise to fame again while Toro helps her in every way possible. Note: The story might contain some mature contents so reader's discretion is advised.

This is a story taking place in a universe were all kinds of supernatural beings, and beasts live, also striving for the ultimate evolution to stand above all. We will follow a young god through his rise to the peak of universe. But first we’ll talk about his home galaxy. A large galaxy that resided at the edge of the universe. It was a spectacular view from space. The beautiful vibrant colors of The Godly Garden Galaxy. The colors moved in a spiral like clouds. That varied from shades of blue,green,yellow, and orange. As we move in closer to his home dual blue dwarf star system. The two suns were like two lovers in a field of flowers spinning in a perfect circle. While holding hands. The suns stayed on opposite sides, perpetually chasing each other. While almost 30 planets resided around the chasing stars. Only 5 planet’s resided in the habitable zone around the suns. The biggest planets resided on the ends of the line of planets. Looking at the largest most lush looking planet. You could see multiple large continents. The planet must of been double the size of Jupiter. Overwhelmingly massive, causing an abundance of life to flourish. From dog sized squirrels to enormous dragons. All supernatural are a natural occurrence here. The entire planet was humid, and hot. Causing all places to have tropical environments.