Nathaniel Hawthorne First Person

Samantha never expected to find magic in her hometown, let alone in a dimly lit bar on a rainy Tuesday night. Yet here she was, perched on a barstool at the Black Swan, her world about to tilt on its axis. The air thrummed with an otherworldly energy she couldn't quite place. Ethereal dancers moved like smoke across the floor, their bodies fluid and mesmerizing. As Samantha nursed her drink, she felt the weight of curious stares prickling her skin. That's when she saw him. Marcus. A name she didn't know yet, but one that would soon be etched into her very soul. Their eyes locked across the crowded room, and Samantha's breath caught in her throat. He moved with predatory grace, all lean muscle and barely restrained power. Their first interaction was as intoxicating as it was bewildering. One moment, he was her gallant protector, rescuing her from an overly aggressive drunk. The next, his eyes hardened to chips of ice as he snarled, "Stupid girl," before melting into the shadows. Samantha's mind reeled, but her body hummed with an excitement she couldn't explain. Little did she know, this encounter was merely the first step into a world beyond her wildest fantasies – a realm where vampires ruled the night and pain blurred exquisitely with pleasure. As she delved deeper into this hidden society, Samantha found herself drawn to the intoxicating blend of power, submission, and supernatural allure. The crack of a whip, the whisper of leather, the exquisite sting of fangs – each sensation pushed her boundaries and ignited desires she never knew existed. But with every ecstatic high came the sobering reality of danger. Vampire politics were as deadly as they were intricate, and Samantha soon realized she was a pawn in a game where the stakes were life, death, and eternal servitude. As she left the Black Swan that night, Samantha couldn't shake the feeling that she stood on the precipice of something life-changing. She had no idea how right she was, or how deeply she would fall into a passionate, dangerous dance with forces beyond her imagination. The real question was: in this world where pleasure and peril intertwined so intimately, would she emerge empowered... or lose herself completely?

Fang Ze transmigrated to a world filled with superpowers and became a police. Initially, he planned to carry out his duties diligently. However, by chance, he discovered that his true identity was actually a criminal who had been arrested. The police faked his identity and made him believe that he was one of them. Then, they utilized his remaining memories to solve the case and identify his accomplices. They had set up a huge operation and were ready to capture him and his accomplices at any time! Fortunately, he acquired a superpower called the Midnight Investigation Room. At midnight every day, he could conduct an investigation on a chosen target. During his investigation, not only could he hear the actual thoughts running through the head of his subject, he could also acquire different items based on the value of the information he collected. Some of the items he acquired included: a mushroom that could sustain its host’s beauty forever; a credit card that allowed its users to loan from the future unlimitedly; a loyal assassin troop that lurked in the shadow; a demon eye that allowed its user to pry into the other world; a kobold that could learn and train with double efficiency on behalf of its master; seeds that could be attached to enemies’ bodies to make them puppets; and tapes that could transform human bodies into rocks when applied. In order to resolve his crisis, he collected information and investigated the case while improving his ability and expanding his influence. Unfortunately, he uncovered an even bigger scheme after solving his case. This entire world turned out to be a scheme! Many years later, Fang Ze sat on the throne of the King of Darkness. Accumulated beneath his throne were the countless skulls of his enemies.

Carter Williams was your typical twenty year old loser. After a fight in the street leaves him unconscious he wakes up in the body of a young dragon in an entirely new world. Armed with a system to assist him and two beautiful wives to support him, Carter vows never to live his life hiding in the dark again as he seeks the title of dragon king. - Additional tag : Yuri Discord link is : https://discord.gg/q68P5JPnNz

Tirnath, the youngest son of the Chieftain of the Zitharan Tribe, accompanied his father and brother to the central village of the confederation. Tirnath went there because the only healer who could cure him lived there. However, on their way back, their group was ambushed by an unknown group. That bloody night killed the entire party, except Tirnath, who was lucky. With an exhausted body and soul, he knew he would die soon. He was angry that he would die soon, but he was also afraid. Suddenly, a voice called him. The voice of a totem spirit, a spirit that can give him a chance and help him avenge himself.

"May the blinded see" The Window to the Soul. Gods system of which all who are born are attached to. Bestowed the destiny they are divined to fulfill. Each person is born with a "Class" that determines their future. Beginning at level 0 at birth until the age of 10 where they become level 1 and are allowed to begin earning experience by fulfilling their class quests and using their skills. The vast majority of people on the Grand Continent are born into simple classes. Tailor, Trader, Cook, Scholar, Farmer. Among others. All of which whose leveling will likely stagnate once they reach level 5. Unable to progress because their Class quests needed to level up become increasingly more unfeasible to fulfill. And by then, most will be in their old age. With the exception of those who rule over the peasant classes. Those who were born with combat classes who level considerably faster with the abundance of monsters that plague the Grand. None more powerful than the Holy Order of Paladins that aids in governing the continent. Liore is a peasant of a distant village, born to Farmer and a Chef. Born with the Farmer class like her mother. She was destined to be in the shadow of her older brother who was born with the "Holy Swordsman" Class. After her brother is sent off to train with the Holy Order, leaving her with his old training sword as a keepsake, Liore attempts to follow her brothers training with futility. Leading her into grave danger that almost takes her life until she stumbles upon an ancient artifact that gifts her abilities beyond her god given class. Emboldening her pursuit for her own destiny and sending her spiraling towards great power. With all of the strife that comes along with it...

Just something I made to keep track of some of my favourite essences & powers from fics. {with personal twists} *Image not mine* just felt fitting so added it, message before u complain or report.

Eren Kain was an ordinary engineer and inventor until the day the Tower of Trials appeared. A massive, otherworldly spire reaching into the heavens, the tower beckoned humanity with promises of power, wealth, and immortality—but also death. Unlike the others, Eren was forcibly bound to the Tower. No one else could enter until he began his climb, and he couldn’t leave unless he reached the top. Stripped of magic, aura, or any supernatural ability, Eren’s only advantage is his engineering genius and the technology he can smuggle in. From basic firearms to drones and exoskeletons, he uses every tool at his disposal to survive the monsters, traps, and bizarre ecosystems within the Tower. Yet even technology has its limits in a world governed by magic. As Eren climbs, he discovers the Tower isn’t just a trial but a puzzle. Its magic isn’t arbitrary—it’s systematic, a science he slowly learns to decode. However, one wrong calculation could kill him instantly, forcing him to balance experimentation with survival. He scavenges magic crystals, artifacts, and spell books, using them in crude, improvised ways to bolster his arsenal. Over time, he begins merging technology and magic, creating unique hybrid tools to overcome the increasingly insurmountable challenges. But why was Eren chosen? What secret does the Tower hold? With no escape and the weight of humanity’s fate on his shoulders, Eren must climb—not just to survive, but to unravel the truth of the Tower itself. every 50 collections I’ll give a chapter and every 20 powerstones I’ll give a chapter every 10 reviews I’ll give a chapter

The title pretty much says it all. This is the journal of Jane Brown. Each journal entry may be very short or very long. Entries may be close together or far apart. It depends on when and if Jane decides to or remembers to update her journal. If ever. Just like most of the non-diary or journal writer keepers out there - or uninspired authors. Yep. Warning: VERY SLOOOW updates. This is a story written on a whim. Let's see how long the inspiration will last for. This style of writing is somewhat experimental. Disclaimer: This is a work of FICTION and is not based on any one person. Any portrayal of real people or real events (excluding some major world events) is entirely accidental and coincidental. It is in not in any way, shape of form meant to be a commentary on anyone or anything, even less on current issues in society. This is literally meant to be boring (hence the ordinary title) without being too boring. It is just about the average slow paced life and interests of an average person. (Not meant for and not interested in contracting.)

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As the title says, the story of the first mage who created necromancy, and other magics, during his long life.

unwanted memories...for this person.... without any words...!!!

"yes thank you" I said smiling to the shopkeeper bending over to pick up the bags of groceries when suddenly I felt a person behind me when I turned around to see there was a tall boy who also stared at me looking as if he lost the right moment to talk to me. "hi" he said "mmm hi" I said sounding weird on purpose. making a face like do I know you . understanding my expression he said " I am one of Karim's (my brother) friend" I knew that infact I even knew his name I was just acting like I didn't to not make him think I was aware of him or something like that. but I didn't think he would recognize me let alone talk to me. "oh rightttt " "do you need help with that" he said pointing at the bags. "oh no it's okay but thank you" I said smiling awkwardly . he nodded after a few seconds of silence he said bye and left leaving me blushing .

"hi" he said looking at me directly I have seen him for a while from time to time when he came to our house with my brother but I never thought he would actually talk to me . " mmm hi " I said sounding weird on purpose making me sound like I am starting to recognize him bit by bit , I didn't want to make him feel I was weird by being to friendly. "do you need help" he said pointing at the bags of groceries I was holding "oh no it's okay but thank you" I sayed smiling awkwardly and then he flashed a beautiful and shy smile which got my heart beating so loudly. "then bye " he said still smiling. "bye" I said back.

In a dilapidated building a boy about 15 year old not very handsome stood wondering why his life became like this having been born from a rich family at the age of twelve was kick out by his grandparents to fend for himself on the street. The boy having nowhere to go, started begging in the street, he later on joins a gang until one day he was caught and taken to the station where an old woman bailed and adopted him. Two years later after the adoption the old woman die by car accident leaving the boy in grief as the only relative of the old lady the boy was given the house and 5000 dollars in a small behind a picture frame box for the boy’s high school tuition fees. James not having enough to eat had to start looking for part time jobs just to fend for himself. Three years later on the graduation day James is called upon stage by the head teacher to give a speech as highest scorer in the region examination. James on the podium gives a heartwarming speech when all of a sudden his was shot.

-Everything that exists in the world, is about fate. No matter if it's meeting or leaving. Sometimes it's just a chance for us to grow...- Li Ren left his hometown for almost 3 years, work in Huanjia city to earn a better life. He works endlessly every day. However, his hard work didn't change his life. Only until he met that man at that small bus stop...... Because of that man, Li Ren gets to have a sweet dream. And because of that man, Li Ren finally grows hope deep in his heart, and faces his saddest past......

This takes place in Japan, 2024. the young boy ren takamura is a weak and small boy who is a perfect target of the bullies. kenta yamazaki, a well-known bully(or not?) told him to do his Homework. not being able to, he is now under the hand of him. will he be able to handle the bullying or end it all?

What happens when an android wakes up with a consciousness and a soul? What if he finds himself in a parallel universe of fantasy brimming with magical energy and guided by the voice of his dead creator? What happens when he meets the parallel version of his creator? Well. Let’s find out in this tale of an android trying to find his place in this new world as he unravels lost secrets, acquires new powers, and finds companions. Let the journey begin. ********************************************************* This is my first work. There might be some grammatical mistakes so go easy on me. Also, I would appreciate any suggestions to improve the story. There could be some inconsistency in the number of chapters released. But I'll make sure to give out new chapters every week. The cover image doesn't belong to me.

The story tells about a woman named Elaine who has not had a beautiful life since childhood and tries to change everything and she meets Nick the man she hates and Elain’s vows are often interrupted by Nick who tries to ask for forgiveness as well as love but comes another man tries to get Elaine from nick will it succeed or will Elaine can forgive all nick's actions against her?...

Once upon a duke........ Who yearned to have a child of his own. Only to get nothing.Days into weeks weeks into months,and months into years......... He received nothing but bad news. Ten years of his marriage had already gone..... On a journey he embarked. Willing to find a child anywhere he could.....

"What Lengths would you go to have the power to shape your own path? What would you give up? How far would you go?" "I have gone far and given much to get where I am today. Maybe my story would help you to figure it out. Sit, Listen. This is the story of Cytar's First Lich."

Based on a true story of a young girls thoughts and feelings

Bastion. That is the name of the first interplanetary exploration vessel of its line, and the first to confront the challenges our solar system and beyond will throw at us. ----------------------- Follow the story of the crew of the Bastion: Arkady, Hinato, Oliver, and the countless drones they have onboard their vessel as they explore the planets of the solar system, construct the first planetary outposts, and prepare Humanity to enter the next great stage. Space.