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Annabel wakes to a world of warmth and softness, disoriented and blind, trapped in the body of a newborn. Her mind holds the memories of her past life as Griffith, a fierce general on the battlefield, but now she is just a helpless infant, relying on her family for care. Despite the initial panic of her new reality, Annabel senses a familiar presence of magic around her. Her brother, Ramon, fills her ears with stories of magic, races, and power—of the seven continents and their peoples, each with their own abilities. As the years pass, Annabel grows, and so does her magical potential. she awakens her extraordinary powers—space, fire, water, earth, wind, and ice— Defying the expectations of her family. This moment marks the beginning of her journey, one that will shape her future and reveal the immense power hidden within her. With the support of her family, especially her brother Ramon, and a trusted mentor, Annabel embarks on a path to understand her magic, her past, and the destiny that awaits her. Reborn into a new life, Annabel must balance the innocence of a child with the wisdom of her former self, knowing that her destiny lies far beyond the world she once knew.

Synopsis of Behind the Curtains: In a world plunged into chaos and madness, countless malevolent creatures lurk in the shadows, watching the innocent like wolves circling lambs. Demons, eldritch gods, vengeful spirits, and twisted abominations run rampant. Hell is empty—its horrors walk the Earth. As an angel born of light, there is no choice but to ignite the holy flame... and join the hunt. Years later, Gabrielle—slayer of uncountable demon hounds—stands before an ancient god of corruption and says coldly: "You refuse to believe in God, and yet you won’t die either." "You’re really making this difficult for me."

What happens when a group of high school students are sent into a brutal world with a system? Will they survive or even in that matter will they thrive?

R18+ Innocent Girl+ Cold Ruthless Commander In Chief+He just takes what he wants—her warmth, her silence, her body, her moans. She was rescued, once. And every night after, he reminded her that safety has a price. Pinned to cold walls. Pressed into crates. Straddling his lap when the world outside is filled with death. The world ended quietly—no final warning, no broadcasted panic. One day, humanity just broke. Some blamed a virus. Others called it a purge. But the truth was darker: the world didn’t fall—it was taken. Now, cities rot. Roads are graves. The creatures that stalk the earth aren’t mindless zombies—they’re fast, cunning, mutated echoes of the people they once were. Cherry was supposed to survive with the others—sheltered inside a fortified university bunker. But fate doesn’t follow plans. Torn away during a breach, she’s saved by a man who doesn’t ask for thanks. He takes it. Ruthless. Silent. A former soldier or maybe just a monster shaped by this new world—he keeps her alive. But every night he saves her... he ruins her. Pinned against walls, steel doors, damp mattresses—wherever his hunger takes him. She never asked for this. Never wanted to be his. But survival has a cost. And in this world, there is no such thing as kindness without debt. Now, she faces a different kind of war: Will she find the strength to break free? To fight back? Or will she fall deeper into his shadow—until she no longer remembers who she used to be? Will this be a love story. This is a tale of power, pain, and primal choices. In a world where weakness is death, only the cruel, the cunning, and the broken survive. R18+ raw & explicit Zombie apocalypse Survival = submission Dubious consent Brutal male lead Fast, smart infected Pinned anywhere, anytime Power over comfort Saved just to be ruined

REN A SUPREME ANCIENT GOD, HAS BEEN IN COUNTLESS BATTLES, WINNING MANY BATTLES, WAS BETRAYED BY THE CONSTELLATIONS WHO BEGGED FOR HIS HELP ,A GROUP OF POWERFUL ENTITIES WHO ARE AFRAID OF BEINGS WITH POWER BEYOND THEM, NOW REN HAS DECIDED NOT TO LIVE FOR BATTLE, BUT LIVE FOR THE PEACE HE HAS WISHED FOR. WOULD HE BE ABLE TO LIVE THE LIFE HE WANT?

"This is the story of a girl who doesn't truly know who she is. She feels as though she's walking alone on an endless road made of glass - fragile, beautiful, and dangerous - chasing a destination that always slips just beyond her reach. Behind her, she sets fire to every path she's crossed, knowing there's nothing left for her if she turns back." "Inside her, two versions of herself battle silently. One is gentle, sweet-spoken like honey, easily frightened, always smiling, and often in tears. The other is cold - a fearless creature that dances with danger, thirsts for blood, and is consumed by madness. She hates herself with a passion so deep, it burns through her sanity." "She thinks the soft girl inside her has already died... But she hasn't. And one day, the mad, twisted side of her will finally kill whatever's left - leaving behind nothing but a complete monster."

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After failing his final highschool exam Renji at 18 years old is clueless about his life moving forward so when a faliure like him gets a 2nd chance at life what will he make of it will he become an isekai prodigy like he has seen in anime growing up or will it be completely new challenge?

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)

In the shadows of the city, a forbidden love blossoms between a human girl, Sophia, and a mysterious vampire, Alexander. As their passion grows, a series of gruesome murders takes place, threatening to expose the vampire world to humans. Alexander, torn between his love for Sophia and his loyalty to his own kind, becomes the prime suspect. Sophia, determined to prove his innocence, delves into the dark underbelly of the city, uncovering a sinister plot that puts both their lives at risk. As the body count rises, Sophia and Alexander must navigate the treacherous landscape of vampire politics, ancient secrets, and their own forbidden desires. Will their love be strong enough to overcome the darkness, or will it succumb to the shadows that haunt them? "Dark Side" is a heart-pounding, romantic thriller that explores the darker side of love, loyalty, and the supernatural.

Lein Arcel was a young man. He lived in a world where everything depended on the supernatural strength known as "Flux". Lein couldn't remember who he was or his parents, all he recalled were moments of gazing at the dark sky in the midnight. His quest for his self-discovery became an oddysey, fueled by an emotions he encountered and the mysteries of his own Cause, with the insanity mind he have. But... a sudden incident emerged: a Heavenly Genocide. The event forced Lein to fight for survival against a massive slaughter perpetrated by entities from the heavens. The realms divided into five worlds, including the realm of Earth, the realm of Reckoning, the realm of Redemption, the realm of Hell, and lastly the realm of Heaven... The abode of holy beings that ultimately attack the realm of Earth. Lein and his friends, Reo and Grace, fled their city to escape the widespread destruction, making their way to Medarie Capital City, a place none of them had ever seen before. It was currently the safest haven, serving as the largest evacuation center in the Celestial region. Determined to reclaim their world, Lein, Reo, and Grace joined the military academy in Medarie Capital City. There, they pushed themselves through grueling training, determined to find a way to counter the angelic forces that had brought destruction to their homeland. In a world plunged into chaos, Lein and his two friends fought bravely against the angels to protect the realm of Earth...

In a world where magic and knights shape fate, Rei struggles to find his place. Unlike others, he cannot use magic, making him an outsider in a school where everyone else seems almost superhuman. Alongside his quirky guildmates Kajala, Rika, Regulus, and Elyra Rei faces training, missions, and dangerous foes. Their peaceful days are shattered when they discover a dark force corrupting the knights, led by a mysterious figure known only as Maestro Prenz. Proud, ruthless, and obsessed with perfection, Maestro pulls the strings from the shadows, turning once-heroes into deadly enemies. As Rei uncovers secrets about his own hidden power and faces deadly battles, he must push past fear and doubt to protect those he cares about and find out if he can stand against a villain who controls light itself. Will Rei rise above his limitations to save the world, or will the shadow of pride consume everything?

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Betrayed by blood. Hunted by power. Chosen by fate. Damion was born into a noble family of magic and might, but he was never truly one of them. With a mother from a disgraced mage clan and no prestigious title to his name, he was destined to live in the shadows—until they tried to bury him alive. Trapped in an ancient cave beneath the family manor, Damion uncovers a secret long forgotten: a legendary artifact capable of reshaping destiny itself. When it merges with his body, it rewrites his very essence, unlocking powers no one in the world has seen before. As he escapes into a hostile world of snow-covered mountains, monstrous threats, and political chaos, Damion must master his new abilities, survive the elements, and outwit the many enemies now hunting him. But he’s not running anymore. He’s rising. From hunted prey to a rising predator, witness the beginning of a legend forged in isolation and vengeance. Slow-burn power progression Unique aura-based rank system Monster summoning & survival Dark family politics & revenge

The book follows Mia, an introverted art enthusiast, who attends the opening night of a local artist at a gallery. There, she meets Alex, an aspiring photographer, and they share an instant connection as they discuss art. Their conversation flows effortlessly, and Mia feels drawn to him. However, just as they are about to exchange numbers, a chaotic scene interrupts their moment, and Alex leaves abruptly, hinting at unfinished business. As Mia reflects on their encounter, she senses that this meeting is just the beginning of something significant. The story delves into the challenges of their budding romance, exploring themes of trust, secrets, and the unexpected dangers that may arise as their relationship develops. It sets the stage for a passionate journey filled with emotional highs and lows, leading Mia to question what she truly knows about Alex and the nature of their connection.

[WSA Entry 2025] Dark Escape By: Ipsitawrites "To escape one hell... she had to step into another." Ariadne was trained to kill — not to feel, trust, or dream. As an elite operative of the feared Black Vane organization, she lived in shadows, stole secrets, and left no witnesses. But when betrayal from within turns her world upside down, Ariadne makes the most dangerous move of all: she runs. Now hidden in plain sight, she assumes a new identity — a silent, obedient secretary at one of the nation’s top fashion empires. But freedom has its own chains. Under constant surveillance, burdened by secrets, and forced into one last mission, she’s ordered to infiltrate the CEO’s inner circle. Spy. Obey. Survive. Yet the deeper she sinks into this new life, the harder it becomes to separate masks from faces. The enigmatic CEO sees through her. Former allies return as threats. And haunting memories crack the walls she's built around herself. Because Ari never truly escaped. She only traded cages. In a world where loyalty is currency and betrayal is survival, can a former assassin carve out peace — or is her past simply waiting to finish the job? Tags #Villainess #AntiHeroine #AssassinToSecretary #CorporateEspionage #SlowBurnRomance #BlackVane #TraumaHealing #PowerPlay #DarkPsychological

One night I finally finished my long playthrough of a fantasy academy game notorious for its difficulty, the next morning I woke up as a spy sent by the evil organization in the game to infiltrate the academy... I'm fucked.

Bloom in the dark Somewhere, at the edge that devours light, a man with no memory awakens… And inside him, a locked door— its key smeared with blood. Flowers bloom out of season, notebooks split open, names written in a familiar hand, and a river carrying more than water > Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. All events, characters, and place names are products of the author's imagination. Any similarities to real people, places, or events are purely coincidental. The cities, characters, and institutions depicted in this story are entirely fictional and should not be interpreted as representations of real-world counterparts.

The world didn't end with a bang. No fire. No warning. Just silence. Jason Wright and his family now live buried beneath the surface, sealed in a high-tech bunker designed for survival—not comfort. With no messages from the outside and no clear explanation for the collapse, days blur into one another. Their only certainty is isolation. But what really happened out there? Was it a disaster... or something intentional? Is there still life beyond the bunker walls? Are their friends, lovers, extended family still alive—or long gone? How long can a family endure in such close confinement before old roles shift and new attractions emerge? Can Jason carry the weight of responsibility when the world above offers no answers—and the world below begins to fracture? And if he ever gets out of the bunker... what will Jason find waiting for him outside? — Author Notes — This is my first novel. It’s a character-driven, slow-burn psychological drama set in a post-apocalyptic bunker, exploring the effects of prolonged isolation, moral collapse, and shifting family dynamics. The story includes mature themes and emotional complexity. >Content Warnings / Themes: #Incest (gradual tension, emotional and/or physical) #Moral ambiguity #Post-apocalyptic survival #Isolation & mental strain #Power dynamics within a confined space #Yuri >Why I’m Writing This: I'm writing this story to push my own boundaries as a author and to explore difficult questions about ethics, survival, and human psychology when stripped of societal norms. This project is a learning process for me. I'm not aiming for perfection—I’m aiming to grow. So if you read this and feel something—anything—I’d truly appreciate hearing your thoughts. Constructive criticism is more than welcome, whether it’s about pacing, dialogue, characters, or anything else. Please let me know what worked for you and what didn’t. Thanks for giving it a chance.

Together with a crew of five, teenage Bharat was dispatched on an Interdimensional mission in the Dark realm to recover a priceless object in order to prevent further harm to human civilization. They had to avoid several hazards and flee the wicked creatures of the Dark Realm during this process. Will their mission be successful? How are they going to take the important object and steal it from the Evil creatures?

My name is Lucian. I was once a bringer of light, a servant to the noble ideals I once wished to preserve. But now? I am the unholy offspring of life. Maybe I was like this from the beginning. For I am the son of darkness, the foulest sin of life. From now on I am no longer Lucian, the light bringer. I will be reborn as Asura! Master of oblivion and I shall make them regret my unholy birth. I shall unleash the demons of the abyss and drown the realms in blood. I will become a god amongst the demons and punish those that denied me my freedom. I promise to make them writhe in agony just as they made me. I will burn their hypocritical ideals to ash! No!!! I shall burn all the realms to ash until there's nothing left but silence. And then maybe I can finally have my eternal slumber, but until then… I will be the dark in light.

When Elias touches the forgotten mirror in his mother’s room, it doesn’t show a reflection— it opens a door. To memories he never made. To futures he should never see. And to a version of himself… that should not exist. Now, Elias must uncover the truth before the mirror finishes what it started. Because some reflections don’t look back. They look through.

When a neural implant catapults him from 2025 Mysore to the heart of a divided india, ___________________ Varun becomes a pawn in a high-stakes game of time. Wielding the power of the 'Artificial Super Intelligence' - 'Daivik', he must navigate the treacherous political landscape of 1945. With a Super intelligent AI powered by Quantum Super computer integrated in his brain , he saves Bose, shaping a new future for india. But the US is watching, and the lines between past and present begin to blur. Can Varun control the technology that resides in him, or will he become the casuality of his own intervention?

Anthony “Tony” Stark was a billionaire tech prodigy who built an empire from his dorm room, but success came at a steep price. At forty, alone on his penthouse balcony, his heart gave out—not just from a heart attack, but from the crushing weight of loneliness after losing his grandmother, Emilia, to a relentless virus. In a twist of fate, Tony awakens in 1991, eighteen again, gifted with a second chance to live a life that matters. Fueled by the wisdom of his past, Tony dives into his new reality with fierce determination to outdo his former achievements and forge connections he once ignored. He reunites with Emilia, the resilient woman who raised him after his parents’ tragic death, and vows to honor her legacy. Together, they plan to transform her beloved café into a nationwide chain, capitalizing on her 48-year-old brand and Tony’s uncanny foresight. He introduces the “Frappicuno,” a revolutionary drink years ahead of its time, and maps out a bold expansion across New York’s prime real estate, laying the groundwork for a coffee empire. Tony’s ambitions reach far beyond coffee. He dreams of building a tech corporation unlike anything the world has ever seen, redefining innovation on a global scale. Driven by a hunger for fame, he also sets his sights on becoming the greatest film producer of all time, chasing a legacy that will resonate through history. His charisma and bold vision turn heads, drawing breathtaking beauties who are captivated by the reborn Tony Stark. Yet, beneath the charm and ambition, his heart yearns for more than wealth or admiration. When a traumatic incident forces him to step up as a protector, Tony realizes this life is about family, loyalty, and redeeming the moments he lost. A staggering $18 million lottery win fuels his dreams, but the shadows of his past and the bonds he’s forging will shape his journey in ways he never expected. If you’re enjoying Tony’s journey in, please rate the novel and share your thoughts! Note: Most of the names and events will be from real world but some plot like the lotto formula are fictional. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental — even the vaguely familiar ones

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