City On Fire Hallberg

Chinese historical fantasy BL

When the land was occupied by demons, people had no choice but to flee to the sky. After transmigration, Ricky found that he had become the City Lord of a Sky City. He quickly became familiar with this new world and established a clear direction for survival, which was to resolutely engage in farming (kingdombuilding)! He would farm (kingdombuilding) diligently, develop vigorously, and then gallop through the skies. If anyone disagrees, then launch a great sky battle. Or a war!

In a kingdom where dragons are extinct, and civil war has left the land in ruins, Eamon Valaryon, a royal bastard, is thrust into a deadly game of power after his father's brutal murder. As dark forces rise, Eamon must choose—claim a throne he never wanted or watch the kingdom burn. In a world of betrayal and bloodshed, can he rise from the ashes, or will the shadows consume him?

Suffering the machinations of family, Remus is sent to the newly built border city of Greltheaven. A place filled with opportunities but also dangers. If it had been up to him, he would have stayed in the safety of the empire, slowly building his business as he had planned, but he did not have a choice, either go to the dangerous city or live a mediocre life. Which he is not willing to do. Swearing revenge, he packed his bags and moved to Greltheaven, a city of great dangers and fortune. ... A brothel is not an easy business to run, much less get success, but since fate had so kindly decreed it upon him, he will not only run the brothel but will make it immensely successful. He had plans, big plans for it; he only hoped the city would remain standing long enough to turn his small business into an empire. … There will be 5 Chapters a week, from Monday to Friday.

This is the story of a city where there are many secrets which the people of the city are unaware of and many crimes are being committed under someone's cover. Destiny has chosen Arjun and Ruchika to uncover this mystery. Arjun is an experienced detective in a police station, and is also loyal to his city and country. He saves the life of the person in front of him even while getting himself in trouble, This generosity makes him different from others because he does not think about himself even once before helping the other person. The same Ruchika is a reporter who has the ability to bring the truth to the world with her bravery. Along with the understanding of truth and lies, she also has the courage to stand up for the truth. Both of them have different professions. But will they come together for the country and to uncover the mystery of this city? Will it be destiny's right decision to bring them together? What is the secret of this mysterious city? Will the abilities of both of them reveal this secret to the world? Will both of them be able to get out of the city of crimes? To know more, keep reading "Mysterious City."

यह कहानी है एक ऐसे शहर की जहां कई रहस्य है जिनसे शहर के लोग अनजान है और किसी की आड़ में हो रहे हैं कई गुनाह। इसी रहस्य को उजागर करने के लिए नियति ने अर्जुन और  रूचिका को चुना है। अर्जुन एक पुलिस स्टेशन में अनुभवी जासूस है, और अपने शहर और देश के लिए वफादार भी है। वह खुद मुसीबत में पड़ कर सामने वाले की जान बचता है, यही दरिया दली उसे सबसे अलग बनाती है। क्योंकि वह सामने वाले की मदद करने से पहले खुद के बारे में एक बार भी नहीं सोचता है। वही रुचिका एक रिपोर्टर है जो अपनी  बहादुरी से सच को दुनिया के सामने लाने की काबिलियत रखती है। उसके अंदर सच  और झूठ को समझने की समझ के साथ-साथ सच्चाई के साथ  साहस से खड़े रहने की हिम्मत भी है। दोनों का ही प्रोफेशन अलग-अलग है। लेकिन क्या दोनों देश के लिए और इस शहर के रहस्यमय  को उजागर करने के लिए एक दूसरे के साथ आएंगे? क्या दोनों को एक साथ लाना नियति का फैसला सही होगा? आखिर क्या है इस रहस्यमई शहर का रहस्य? क्या दोनों की काबिलियत इस रहस्य को दुनिया के सामने लाएगा? क्या दोनों के दोनों गुनाहों के शहर से बाहर आ पाएंगे? जानने के लिए पढ़ते रहिए "सिटी ऑफ क्राइम्स".

When the truth is out, but all was lost and it was final! Hated by all, loved by the chosen one. Will the chosen one be able to save his people and the one person he loves?

Angel Draiker, a troubled African American teenager, has spent four years in juvenile detention after being caught joyriding, an outlet for the pain he feels from losing his father to police brutality. Now 18 and released for good behavior, Angel is sent to counseling as part of his release conditions, where his counselor, Mrs. Flowers, encourages him to join a trip to The Sanctuary of Fire. This cutting-edge wildlife reserve houses both extinct creatures and experimental hybrids. During his visit to the Sanctuary, Angel encounters a wolf-dragon hybrid, a fierce and majestic creature that immediately captivates him. Despite the dragon's initial aggression, a bond begins to form after Angel bravely saves the dragon's egg from a loose predator. Angel's connection to the wolf-dragon grows, mirroring his journey of self-discovery and redemption. Through their bond, Angel learns to confront his past, embrace his future, and find a new purpose in life.

Life is a vast ocean of every kind of species, life itself began and evolved from Unicelluler to Multicelluler to Aquatic to Terrestrial to Intersteller beings but one thing remains common the fight to survive among the endless predetors, in human society the fight is still present only the consequences are not so dire. This is an "Epic" of a two wolves one who feeded on anger and other on tranquel ofcourse every person has both it's up to them whom they decide to feed. Alexandrite Zangief an outcast orphan given the oportunity to show his true potential to the world which had rejected him through League of Legends. Brian a 20 year old high school graduate who spits on societal rules and break their strong chain by defying his parents ideas to walk on his dream path to become a professional gamer and ultimately the 'World Champion'.

The Fire Pheonix is about a female fire pheonix named Huo who didn't know she had immense powers in her until she met Vulcan the blue phoenix and young prince of the mystical realm of Aethoria, where ancient magic dwells. As Huo discovers her powers, she learns she's the last living heir of the legendary Fire Phoenix Clan, thought to be extinct. Vulcan, with his guidance and mentorship, helps Huo unlock her true potential. Together, they embark on a perilous quest to reclaim her birthright and save Aethoria from the dark forces of the Shadow Syndicate, led by the ruthless sorceress, Lyra Vulcan's morher who practiced evil magic until she became totally evil. As Huo and Vulcan navigate treacherous landscapes and battle formidable foes, they uncover hidden secrets about their past, their families' histories, and the ancient prophecy that binds them. With the fate of Aethoria hanging in the balance, Huo must master her powers, confront her destiny, and decide whether to follow her heart or her duty as the rightful Fire Phoenix Queen.

[Warning: r18+/strong mature content] Amidst the clash of desire and betrayal, who will dare to sacrifice everything for the sake of love? With the ability to foresee the future, Tarah could propel kings to unprecedented heights of success or plunge them into the depths of irreversible failure. But when her kingdom fell, Tarah was forced to offer herself into servitude to her captor in exchange for her brother’s life, becoming a spy in a dangerous game against Ezekiel, the future Dragon King of Ebodia. Haunted by a prophecy of his doom by a woman’s hand, Prince Ezekiel has meticulously avoided female company throughout his life. However, everything changed when he met Tarah, the new fated Seer of Ebodia. Initially only caring about ruling the world, Ezekiel now finds himself strongly enamored by Tarah, at the risk of losing sight of his own goals. Caught between safeguarding her brother's life and the growing affection for the domineering ruler, Tarah faces a dilemma. Will she navigate this dangerous path, risking everything for her heart's desires? ********* Excerpt: "You can't escape me. There's nowhere in this world where you can hide from my reach," Ezekiel whispered, his breath warm against her neck. Her throat tightened as his lips grazed her skin. With a firm yet gentle grip on her chin, he tilted her head, urging her to meet his intense gaze, causing her heart to pound in her chest. "I'm here to make you remember every detail of the agony you've caused me," he declared. "Agony?!" she protested. "Yes, your cruel betrayal. Leaving me, breaking your promise..."

There is a special team operating in the shadows in the sprawling, fog-enshrouded city of Cinderfire. They’re known as the Ninth Division, a covert unit within the police force tasked with investigating the unexplained and the cases that ordinary officers can’t handle, where the rules of the supernatural apply. John Carter, a hardened war veteran and the team's newest member, is about to get his first taste of what lurks in the city's dark corners.

In the land of Kebakaran, where whispers of dragons and bloodline legends echo through the cobbled streets, Amaris, a lowly slave girl, toils away at the Golden Peacock, a lavish brothel that serves the whims of the powerful. The once-beloved King Jezza has fallen, poisoned under mysterious circumstances, leaving his son, Quellin Vircadian, to ascend the throne amid swirling rumors of cruelty and darkness. While the townspeople grieve for their fallen king, they fear the new ruler, offering tributes—trinkets and girls—to appease Quellin's wrath. Amaris's life takes a perilous turn when she is chosen as a token of fealty, destined to become Quellin's property. As she navigates the treacherous world of the Royal Court and the simmering distrust of the townspeople, she finds herself in a desperate struggle for survival, love, and power. With each passing day, the stakes rise higher; Amaris learns that her very presence may be the key to maintaining the fragile peace between the court and the populace. Haunted by her past and driven by her dreams of freedom, Amaris must confront not only the dark secrets surrounding Quellin's ascent to the throne but also the terrifying legacy of the Vircadian family, said to be descended from dragons. As she unravels the truth behind the king's nature, Amaris finds herself drawn to Quellin, who reveals a side of himself that contradicts the chilling rumors. Their connection ignites a spark of hope within her, but it also complicates her mission to bridge the chasm between the crown and the commoners. As rebellion simmers beneath the surface, Amaris becomes a linchpin in a game of power that threatens to engulf them all. Can she reconcile her feelings for the enigmatic king with her need to protect her people? Will she be the one to rise above the chains of her past and forge a new destiny for herself and her kingdom, or will the darkness that surrounds Quellin consume them both? Fire & Ecstasy is a tale of passion, sacrifice, and the quest for identity in a world rife with betrayal and longing, where the line between love and power blurs, and the echoes of ancient dragons whisper promises of both destruction and rebirth.

Raised together as brothers, Ethan and Luca have shared an unbreakable bond since childhood. Though not related by blood, they grew up in the same home after Ethan was adopted by Luca’s family. Over the years, what started as innocent companionship evolved into something more intense, something forbidden. Ethan, the calm and composed older brother, has always felt a deep connection with Luca. But Luca, fiery and impulsive, struggles with the confusing emotions that surface whenever he’s near Ethan. They fight their desires, knowing that society would never accept their relationship, and fear the consequences of crossing the line. As they grow older, the tension between them becomes unbearable. One night, a chance encounter changes everything. The physical pull they’ve been resisting ignites into a passionate affair that neither can stop. But with their family and society’s expectations hanging over them, Ethan and Luca must face the consequences of their love. Will their bond survive the heat of desire, or will it be consumed by the flames of taboo love?

Yin, a charming teenager with a passion for video games, suddenly finds himself trapped in a game world known as Parallel City. Here, he must navigate a competitive landscape filled with powerful players. Given the chance to choose his abilities and level up, Yin quickly realizes he’s outmatched and seen as weak by others. Determined to prove his worth, he throws himself into battles, striving to gain new skills and abilities. With each fight, he seeks to rise above the challenges and earn respect in a city where strength reigns supreme. Will he become the hero he dreams of, or will he remain just another low-level player?

Evelyn Clarke is living in a gilded cage. As the daughter of a wealthy businessman, she has never experienced life like ordinary people-and it's not all it's cracked up to be. When her old-fashioned father arranges her marriage to the cold and brooding Kaleb Blackwell, Evelyn's life spins further out of her control. But then Kaleb offers her a deal for a price she can't refuse: her freedom. Except, everything is not as simple as she thought. Will Evelyn learn to fight for her way, or never escape the cruel clutch of patriarchy that has shaped her life? *** I do not own the cover image, sourced from Pinterest.

After Angelo Hernandez's parents kick him out of the house for being gay the sixteen-year-old takes his own life by jumping off a bridge. But he doesn't stay dead for long. He comes back to life after a stranger places an angelic halo in his chest turning him into an angel. Angelo finds out he has superhuman powers, superhuman strength, can teleport and can move through walls. He explores L. A with his newfound powers and he's having fun with it. That's until he notices something strange, something dark, he follows that darkness and finds out it's a monster. He attempts to fight that monster with his new powers but he's not skilled and doesn't know how to use his powers in battle. Luckily these young vigilantes come to his rescue saving him from the monster which he finds out is a demon. And turns out these young vigilantes are Nephilims, half-human, half-angel hybrids that protect humans from demonic creatures. They take Angelo to their headquarters and explain to him that there's a man with a dark agenda who has stolen angelic halos from heaven and is turning humans into angels to build an army and now they have to stop him. Angelo not only has to navigate his life as a gay teen living in 90s California but now he's an angel who has to learn more about his powers and the world outside of planet Earth. He meets new friends, enemies and love. But will Angelo stay on the good side or will he allow himself to be consumed by darkness?

"If you can have the ability of any DND class, what would you choose?" Yi Qiu replied, "Of course its the monk! His body looks good and he runs fast. He has poison and illness immunity, he can wipe out scum with his bare hands and in this Chinese society where weapons are controlled and food has many chemicals in it, he's perfect. Moreover, the bald head is a unique feature of a boss, bringing with him a +3 deterrence buff..." Thus Yi Qiu really became a Monk... This is the story of how a normal kid obtained the powers of a Monk, clearing dungeons when he had nothing to do and occasionally helping to uphold justice.

Wellcome to the biggest City in the world! Welcome to the city where everything is possible. To the city where anything can be achieved. To the city of fantasy, magic and supernatural. Where the modern world meets fantasy. All kinds of creatures can be found here: Humans, Angels, Demons, Elves, Orks, Vampires, Werewolves... you name it and all of them try to live and coexist in this amazing City. Of course, sometimes it is hard for different species live together. So who is keeping the Peace? Of course the Wonder City Police Department or WCPD for short. With their capable detectives there is no crime left unsolved. Follow the adventures of a new WCPD Detective where he solves Fantasy Crimes.

"In a modern interpretation of a classic fairytale, Diana is a young woman who has been mistreated by her step sister and her manipulative stepmother since the death of her own mother. Her father, who has remarried, has struck a deal with the king that the prince will marry one of his daughters, making both Diana and Nora to live in the prince's palace together. As they compete for the prince's affections and deal with the tensions of living under the same roof, the two young women must navigate the complexities of family, love, and identity."

(some chapters are r18) Who would have thought that holding an arranged marriage benefits me so much? I have been planning to get out of my own family, and thanks to the head lady of the house who always wanted to kick me out after my mother passed away. "I have to live with you? I don't want to be under any other people's rules anymore." "No, you will live freely as you want. You don't have to do anything if you don't want to." "I don't want to be involved with your business...I don't know exactly what you do, Mr. Kaiza, but I don't want to be involved with anything like my father does." "I understand." I pick up the glass in front of him and try to raise it, but he puts his hand on it to cover the top of the glass. "Hmph." I make a sound and pout my lips I put my upper lip on top of the glass, touching his finger and bottom lip at the outside edge, and raise the glass as the liquid runs through his fingers into my mouth. And I look at him. His eyes are slightly startled, but I barely see it through the red light on him. He slightly pulls back his hand. "This girl..." He's mumbling. I lick the liquid on the edge of my mouth. "Yes, it's a deal." "Are you going to treat me well, Mr. Kaiza?" I speak vocally this time. What is this drink? "Yes." "Treat me nicely like your real fiancé, alright?" Suddenly, my head is too heavy to carry on my neck. He uses his hand to hold my face before I hit the table. And he moves himself to sit next to me. "You are my real fiancé." He gently touches my hair and puts it behind my ear. I barely open my eyes. "But first of all, I need to take care of the guys who kidnapped you here." And that is just the beginning of a significant change.

The mysteries about a city

After awakening his powers late and inadvertently causing death and destruction, Jack must navigate a perilous path where survival demands embracing the darkest corners of his soul. As the Guild closes in and shadows grow long, will Jack’s ruthless determination and newfound abilities be enough to secure his survival, no matter the cost?

The events of the story talk about a 15-year-old boy, Arata, who was eager to enter the military college for recruitment. He wanted to be like his deceased father. He was a brave soldier, but he died in one of the battles. And when he enters college... everything changes in his perspective after he discovers things he did not expect... There was the city of Shinju, this was the city where Arata was born and his home... but there were other neighboring cities... and among them was the city of Miho, which wanted to seize the other cities... and it wanted to invade the city of Arata... So this is where the story begins...

Yosa always loved to hear the story of the City of Gold, the legendary city that the brave adventurer Magellan once discovered. However because of his parents' illness he decided to travel to the city himself to find the cure and save their lives. What lies ahead is a dangerous journey. WIll he be able to reach his destination?

Dr. Amelia Carter, a renowned archaeologist, discovers an ancient map in a forgotten Andean monastery, revealing the location of the legendary city of Eldoria. She assembles a team, including adventurer Jack Thorne and linguist Dr. Sophia Reyes, to embark on an expedition into the uncharted Amazon rainforest. Facing the perils of the dense jungle, the team follows the map to a hidden cave behind a waterfall. Inside, they decipher carvings warning of a guardian protecting the city. Navigating through deadly traps, they reach Eldoria, a breathtaking city of gold and crystal. Exploring the city, they uncover advanced technology but find it eerily deserted. In a grand temple, a holographic guardian challenges them to decide the fate of Eldoria’s secrets. Choosing to preserve the city's legacy rather than exploit it, the team leaves Eldoria hidden, ensuring its mysteries remain safe. Returning to civilization, Amelia, Jack, and Sophia share their story, inspiring others while keeping Eldoria's location a secret. Their bond strengthened, they continue seeking new discoveries, forever changed by the city they left behind.