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Die Familie Miller hatte eine Unruhestifterin in der Familie. Ihr Name war Amelia Miller. Ihre Mutter starb bei der Geburt, als sie geboren wurde. Ihre Stiefmutter stürzte während der Schwangerschaft von einer Treppe und starb. Amelias Vater bestrafte sie, indem er sie mit dem Gesicht zur Wand auf dem Dachboden stellte. Auf dem Dachboden war es dunkel und feucht, und es gab überhaupt kein Sonnenlicht. Niemand brachte ihr etwas zu essen, und Amelia dachte, dass sie vielleicht dort sterben würde. Kurz vor ihrem Tod wählte sie eine Nummer, die ihre Mutter ihr vor ihrem Tod gesagt hatte. Nachdem sie aufgelegt hatte, hörte sie ein Rumpeln um sich herum. Das Haus der Familie Miller war von einer Gruppe schwarz gekleideter Leibwächter umstellt. Acht Männer stiegen aus ihren Autos aus, jeder mit einer anderen Aura. Sie gingen direkt auf den Dachboden. Der Mann, der sie anführte, kniete nieder und hielt Amelia, die bewusstlos war, in seinen Armen. Er hatte einen ernsten Gesichtsausdruck. "Die Familie Miller muss bankrott gehen." Nachdem sie die ganze Nacht geschlafen hatte, wachte Amelia auf und musste feststellen, dass ihr Vater bankrott war. Ihre Familienmitglieder waren alle obdachlos. Inzwischen hatte sie... Sie hatte acht Onkel und einen netten Großvater, der sie sehr liebte. Amelias Vater bereute, was er getan hatte, und war nicht bereit, sein Schicksal zu akzeptieren. Und was ist, wenn Amelia jetzt ein gutes Leben führt? Sie war immer noch die Unruhestifterin, die für den Tod ihrer Mutter und den Bankrott ihres Vaters verantwortlich war! Er ahnte nicht, dass sich ihr Glück nach Amelias Rückkehr ins Haus ihres Onkels nur noch zu verbessern schien. Sogar ihre bettlägerige Großmutter konnte jetzt aufstehen und auf dem Platz tanzen! Schließlich behauptete ein gottähnlicher Mann, ihr Vater zu sein. Er verwöhnte sie so sehr, dass die ganze Welt neidisch auf sie wurde.

Every month, 500 people from around the world vanish. Some return—changed, empowered, and haunted by what they endured. Most never come back. The world has adapted. Those who return wield abilities beyond human comprehension, and a new global hierarchy has formed around them. From the weakest F-Tier to the legendary S-Tier, strength defines status. But above all stands the Myth-Tier, a level so unattainable that only ten individuals in history have reached it. No one knows who created the Forsaken Arena—an abandoned battleground of forgotten gods, now used for their twisted amusement. But for those who are chosen, it is either victory or death.

Senior Server Felix stood at the front of the church, his voice steady and solemn as he greeted the congregation. “Our help is in the name of the Lord,” he intoned. “Who made Heaven and Earth,” the people responded in unison, their voices matching his reverent tone. “Today, we initiate new members into this divine and holy Order,” Felix continued. “Today, we welcome new brethren into the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ.” At the back of the church, Louis sat on one of the few single chairs, his posture slightly slouched as his focus remained on a sheet of music in his hands. The title read, "Brightest and Best – Key of A-flat." 'Why didn’t Gramps give me an F or G? A-flat is so difficult, and I only have three days to finish it,' he grumbled silently, his brow furrowing in frustration. But he dared not voice his complaints. He could already imagine his grandfather assigning him even more difficult pieces—F-sharps and endless A-flats—as punishment. From the front of the church, a serene voice called out, “Harry! Step forward!” Louis glanced up, momentarily pulled from his inner musings. His eyes landed on a girl stepping forward from the pews. She had black hair neatly styled in a bun and striking green eyes that seemed to shine with warmth and composure. Dressed in a modest brown dress and black sandals, with a rosary resting gracefully around her neck, she exuded a calm, dignified presence. Her tanned skin and graceful demeanor only added to the aura of reverence surrounding her, befitting an Altar server. 'Sigh,' Louis thought as he brushed a hand through his white hair, his blue eyes softening with a mix of admiration and envy. 'I wonder what it’s like to be an Altar server. They all seem so pure and divine… and powerful.' Just as he returned his attention to his music, a calm, gentlemanly voice spoke beside him. “You could also be an Altar server, if you’re interested.” “Huh?” Louis blurted out, snapping his head to the side. But no one was there. “What in the name of Jesus is going on here?” he muttered, glancing nervously around. “At least you know my name,” the voice replied again, seemingly amused. “What?” Louis whispered, his heart beginning to race. "I'm certain you will be a good server," the voice said, calm yet enigmatic. Louis narrowed his eyes, still searching for its source. "Who are you?" "I have many personalities. I have many names," the voice replied with an air of mystery. "It’s your choice which one you accept." "You’re not making any sense," Louis muttered, growing more unsettled. "Blessed are those who have not seen but believed…" Before Louis could respond, his vision blurred, and the world around him seemed to melt away. He jolted awake, gasping for air. His hands clutched the crumpled sheet of music, its corners bent from his restless grip. His head teetered precariously over the edge of his bed, a faint ache in his neck reminding him of the awkward position he’d been in. "Holy Mother of Jesus!" he exclaimed as he lost his balance, tumbling off the bed in a heap of blankets and scattered papers.

Edward's touch was gentle yet electrifying as he drew Seutsui closer, his lips seeking hers with a hunger that mirrored her own. As their mouths met in a fervent kiss, a rush of heat surged between them. With a tender caress, Edward's tongue traced the curve of Seutsui's lips, seeking entrance to the depths of her being. As she parted her lips in silent invitation, he delved inside, their tongues entwining with desire.  *** He crouched down to my height and sighed. " Listen here, muffin," he began, his tone gentle yet firm "I wish I could tell you, but I think it's better if we wait for Saitous. So now, be a good girl and stop worrying so much, okay?" There was no room for Argument yet his voice... I didn't feel the reliance I always felt when he talked. He gently patted my hair and walked towards his room. This is worrying me more and more... "Entwined in Thorns: A Princess's Desperate Whispers" A lost princess unravels her hidden truth, setting forth on a courageous journey to reclaim her birthright. "Entwined in Thorns: A Princess's Desperate Whispers" chronicles the tale of hushed longings echoing through the challenging path she forges. With a delicate yet determined spirit, the princess stands resolute in fighting for her and her people. Amidst the thorns, the only confidant she had and wanted yet struggled to keep was a possessive and potent man whose love was clouded by warmth just for her. Why should she struggle? Who would dare to touch her with him beside her? Who would dare to take her from him? As she grapples with her own conflicted emotions will she be able to survive two people? One in whom she finds her solace and where she planted her love and one who claims her as his yet dare to be so cruel to her. Can she navigate the treacherous path to her rights while finding warmth in the most unexpected places? Content Warning: Attention Readers: This is a work of fiction intended to transport you to another dimension of storytelling. However, it may ventures into dark romance, exploring themes such as abuse, graphic fantasies, captivity, violence, and non-consensual acts. Please be aware that these themes are depicted in a graphic manner. Characters and incidents in this book are purely products of the author's imagination and are works of fiction. While sweet romance is also present, it's imperative not to disregard this warning. If you find certain content distressing or triggering, take the necessary steps to prioritize your mental well-being. Your emotional health is paramount, and it's perfectly acceptable to opt out of reading if you feel uncomfortable. Thank you for your understanding and consideration.

A boy summoned to an unknown world receives the blessing of the mighty dragon god Bahamut. Evolving into the supreme ruler of the ancient kingdom Draconis Aeternum, he encounters kings, emperors, evil groups, monsters, and even gods beyond the forest.

All is fair in Love and War Death and anarchy is in between Countries and Governments don't care about those on the battle field, but I think I can uncover the truth, I'm Christopher Anderson, my story is telling stories, my mission is telling stories, my vision is telling stories but I had no idea what this one would do to me

Un juego simple pero peligroso. Una historia de amor y juego tronos que nunca debió salir a la luz. Nuestra hermosa Chloé sera bendecida por un hombre muy particular, poderoso, y con rasgos psicopaticos y sediente de curiosidad, le ofrecerá todo aquel que quiere obtener... ¿Pero a qué precio ? ¿Sexo? ¿Amor?¿Dinero? Poder... Esto va mas allá, el cuento de Chloé involucra, relaciones fallidas, traicion y venganza cruda. Un juego de poder sin filtros, donde chloé tendra que apañarse la sola para proteger a los suyos, como pueda. La reina perfecta, para el hombre lleno de dudas, que en las sombras es responsable de todos los males, que con una sonrisa al principio, decidió ayudar a una desconocida con una falsa amabilidad

En el reino de Montesis, donde la magia está prohibida, Don (Sei-naru Shaw), un técnico y reparador de 129 años con habilidades elementales, sueña con proteger a María y crear un hogar tranquilo. Su vida cambia cuando siente el llamado de convertirse en un Protector para mantener el orden y la paz mundial, como lo fueron sus padres en su pasado olvidado. El viaje comienza cuando Don se enamora de la belleza y cultura del reino de Montesis durante su primera expedición. Este mundo está dividido entre dos fuerzas mágicas: el éter positivo y el éter negativo ("la Nada"), este último rigiendo a Don y convirtiéndolo en un imán para las fuerzas oscuras del inframundo. Al ser el único sobreviviente de su raza, Don se convierte en blanco del rey más poderoso de la Tierra y de Mei-Wei, una de las mujeres más influyentes por sus medicinas especiales. El conflicto se intensifica después de la destrucción de su pueblo, el asesinato de su maestro y de su amor platónico, la madre de María, hecho ocurrido tras la aparición de un príncipe del inframundo, quien planea desatar el caos a través del bosque. Consumido por la venganza, Don acepta la oferta de Mei-Wei, aunque se niega a ser lo que su padre fue, el Protector, revelando su lado más oscuro y apático. Mientras los defensores del reino lo superan en fuerza, Don compensará con táctica y mucha violencia, comenzando su descenso hacia la oscuridad. Sin embargo, una voz interior persiste, advirtiéndole de las consecuencias y tratando de regresarlo al camino del bien.

“For years, I gave myself to him without complaint. I loved him like I’d never loved another; I worked diligently in the shadows to make him the man he is today, while he only ever regarded me as his trophy wife to his peers. I didn't mind; why? Because I loved my husband, and all I wished for was his success until I didn't anymore.” _____________ Imani Knightley thought she had found her better half in Louis Benoit. They had met during her first year at the university while she was studying for her master's. Imani would call it love at first sight, and it was beautiful. She would swear on her parents graves that her husband couldn’t live or breathe without her. They had only dated for a year before she introduced him to her parents, the Knightleys, and they got married a year later. Imani would say her marriage to Louis was perfect, except for the fact that she’d been trying for kids for a while and every time life offers a glimmer of hope, she loses said hope. Yet she was happy; her marriage was perfect until it wasn’t anymore. Her husband never gave her any reason to doubt his love for her until the arrival of Louis' new personal assistant, who conveniently happened to be his ex-girlfriend. Imani’s glass-perfect marriage and image shatter as she is faced with the betrayal and deceit of Louis Benoit. What happens when divorce isn’t an option but Imani wants out? In a circle where Imani has always felt like an outcast despite the influence of her late parents, she turns to the arch-enemy of her husband with a yearning for vengeance. "Since he chooses to go low. I am willing to reach to the depths of hell just to show him what the scorn of a woman feels like. I’ll make him take a seat and watch as I destroy everything he holds dear."

A man caught in fires of war lost his family but was only one to survive the war after years of depression and watching anime , reading manga and reading novel he got out of his taurma and started the new life and a new family but his unlucky stars were bright this time he .....

This isn't your typical high school tale...  "The 'Divas' messed with the wrong Bitch" St. Nicholas High-'The Column' Annabel Mace just turned sixteen, five years after "acute lymphoblastic leukemia" ALL for short took her mom away. Turning sixteen is supposed to be sweet but to Anna, without her mom it was anything but. Having no friends, dad always away, stepmom- a bitch, stepbrother - a pain in the ass, she chose to confide in her long lost confidante, Dia whom she stopped speaking to after her mom's demise. Entry after entry she poured out the  emotions that came with this new age to Dia who never judged her, whom she trusted with her dirtiest and ugliest secrets, including her crush on Liam Denvers, the hottest boy in school. A modern Greek god. St. Nicholas High- all time sweetheart, captain of the football squad. The boy who makes her heart race. And her hate for Felicia Burner, a single divorcée, her father's former secretary, Henry's mom and the gold digger her dad had married three years after her mom died. Even her disdain for Henry Burner, the stupid stepbrother she got from the wedlock. And her adventures as she crosses items from her 'Sixteen-to-do-list'. But when the notorious 'Divas' of St. Nicholas High (Mia Hover, Susan Sams and Alicia Stones) gets wind of their deepest secrets, sixteen became an age she would never forget.  What will beget of Annabel Mace, will the pain forever mar her, will she be able to rise above the pangs, will Dia become a memory of the past, will she forge ahead with their friendship, will Liam Denvers keep his promise of being her prom date after realizing her infatuation towards him, will Felicia Burner ever forgive her, will Henry Burner ever speak to her again, will Daddy be able to look at her again, will she be able to face the school again and will her life ever know happiness once more? Find out in the book "Dear Dia; My Sweet Sixteenth Diary".                                 Josephine Boldface,                                St. Nicholas High,                             The Column Correspondent. 

during the many tests of the St-Sp-Pe-De-In-Ag-Lu something went wrong this is the Test Log of one of the chambers, chamber 1.

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This is a Chinese translated novel, all copyright is reversed to the author, while the English translation to me. Author: You You Xian Translator: Doyenro(for fun) Wei Wei, who was lucky enough to win a reincarnation package and took over a female doctor's body with life skills. It's a pity that the system got the wrong place to cross, and the prosperous ancient times in the east transformed by her predecessors turned into a stinking dark Middle Ages in the west where food was scarce.  What can she do? We can only push up our sleeves to encourage everyone to talk about hygiene and civilization to build a harmonious society. Wei Wei: "The first step is to clean up this garbage dump-like castle." Felix: "My dear, marry me first, don't talk about the castle. The whole territory is up to you." T/N: * I do not own this novel, just translating for fun. * Contact me if the original novel is being officially translated, so I stop. Check out other translated novel *Rebirth of Hollywood Lady. *Married to the Demon King, she took the throne via infrastructure.

Star Holloway and Louis Whitmore were once inseperable high school lovers bound by love and whispered promises of forever. But fate had other plans when Louis travelled abroad to study. To protect Star from unforeseen danger,Louis broke his vows ,leaving behind a shattered heart and unanswered questions. Months later,Louis returns to Silvermore city not for love but for truth. His engagement to Lisa Stones,the adopted daughter of the powerful Stone is nothing but a calculated move.Star, expecting a heartwarming reunion,is devastated when she reads the headlines announcing Louis arrival and engagement to Lisa.

8 chaotic premonitory dreams take our protagonist through a life of hell, where he fights to stop the constant feeling of impending doom that lurks over him. But after he gets through the real life occurrences that followed him after his dreams, a more dreadful task awaits, to take our protagonist through secret worlds, secret memories, and secrets all around him, until HE, appears. The voice in our hero's head, the shadow, the black, shapeless monster, that can't leave him alone, as HE hasn't left our hero alone, since childhood. Secret cults, fantastic occurrences, psychological trauma that evolves into impossible events, all, to help the hero, not try, to kill him, as he thinks. And then there's HIM.

That day I got Iost in thə forəst ,running away . In it I saw things that can not bə rəal.

The Shards of Fate is a tale of power, destiny, and the consequences of uncovering secrets that should have stayed buried. As Aedan and Kael race against time to control the shards' dangerous potential, they must grapple with not only the external threats but the internal demons that threaten to tear them apart. In a world where nothing is what it seems, only one truth remains: those who seek the shards must be prepared to face the consequences—whatever they may be.

[Warnung: Reifer Inhalt R-18] Ist der Tod das Ende oder ein neuer Anfang? Ich weiß es nicht. Aber für unseren Protagonisten war es das Letztere. Max, eine zwanzigjährige Jungfrau, wurde im Wald von einem Bären angegriffen und starb einen eher unfreiwilligen und vorzeitigen Tod. Zum Glück für ihn... war das nicht das Ende seiner Geschichte. Er wachte auf und fand sich transmigriert in einer Welt voller Magie, Wunder und... schöner Frauen wieder. Gott schien mit ihm zufrieden zu sein, denn in dieser Welt war er nicht nur der jüngste Sohn eines Adligen, sondern er erhielt auch ein System - das Lustsystem -, mit dem er der stärkste Magier werden und Höhen erreichen konnte, die noch nie jemand erreicht hatte. Alles schien erstaunlich, aber war es wahr oder nur eine Illusion? Begleite die aufregende Reise von Maxwell Garfield in dieser wunderbaren Welt, um an die Spitze aufzusteigen. ______________________________ [Dinge, die beachtet werden sollten] 1. Vom Titel her hättest du es schon ahnen müssen, aber ich kann dir sagen, dass die Geschichte mit vielen sexuellen Abenteuern gefüllt sein wird. Also... du bist herzlich eingeladen, sie zu genießen..... 2. Allerdings... erwarte nicht, dass MC mit jeder Frau, die er trifft, eine sexuelle Beziehung hat. Ich werde mich auf die Geschichte konzentrieren und 'versuchen', nicht blindlings mit Sexszenen nach links und rechts zu werfen. 3. Am wichtigsten ist, dass ich zum ersten Mal schreibe, so dass die Qualität der ersten 50 oder so kann ein wenig fehlen (Aber es wäre kein Problem für Sie, wenn ein paar kleine Fehler nicht stören Sie). 4. Es ist eine langsame Geschichte. Wenn ihr alles explosiv und schnell haben wollt, ist das vielleicht nichts für euch. Wichtiger Hinweis: Wenn euch die Geschichte gefällt, dann vergesst nicht eure GTs und Kraftsteine zu voten und wenn ihr könnt, auch ein paar GIFTS zu schicken. Diese arme Seele würde es zu schätzen wissen. Schaut euch auch meine anderen Werke an: [ Rise of the Strongest War God ] & [ My perverted devil system ] Viel Spaß beim Lesen~ ________________

Five teenagers vanish from their world pulled into the unknown by forces beyond their comprehension. When they awaken, they are no longer human.Transformed into beings of myth and legend,they find themselves in Veyrith a world teetering on the brink of chaos. Kingdoms rise and fall,ancient gods stir in their slumber,and a war of unseen forces brews beneath the surface. Summoned to a mysterious place, each of them must come to terms with their new forms,newfound abilities,and the brutal laws of survival.But something lingers beneath their existence an eerie thread connecting them to the very fabric of this world’s history. Why were they summoned?What secrets does this realm hold? And most importantly what will they become in the end? Fate is not kind to those who arrive in Veyrith.The five will fight, bleed, and lose.Not all of them will survive unscathed.

"In a world torn by war, strategist Dimitri leads a revolution against King Louis Dorman's oppressive rule. As the Battle of the Dead unfolds, Dimitri employs ruthless tactics"

Oshiba Atsushi, a soccer novice, is suddenly transported from his mundane life on Earth to the uncharted world of SW East. With no experience, he must navigate this new realm where soccer is a way of life. Oshiba Atsushi on his journey as he discovers hidden talents, forges unexpected friendships, and faces formidable foes in the beautiful game. Will he become a legendary player in this strange new world, or will the challenges of SW East prove too great to overcome?

Ethan was nothing more than a forgotten shadow—a weak, timid student in an elite boarding school ruled by monsters in human skin. Tormented and humiliated, he endured their cruelty until one fateful night when they finally went too far. Beaten within an inch of his life and left to die in the cold, he closed his eyes, believing it was the end. But fate had other plans.

Deaf composer Song Mi uncovers Zhou Xiaoning's plagiarism, clashes with betrayer Xu Yicheng, and colludes with Jiang Ming-posing as deaf-to expose the truth and claim victory, sparking a forbidden romance

The main character Toma Shinji randomly gets transmigrated to a different world. In this world there is a system called the "Core System" every human, human-like being has a core inside of them. With this core system they can level up, get perks etc. This world is just like a game. Magic, monsters, powerful emperors, primordial beings everything that a normal RPG game has, Toma Shinji must travel the world in order to find the way back to his home.

A world on the brink of rebellion and collapse against a corrupt and racial empire. A man from earth is reborn as a dark elf and now has to go through this world to either help change it for the better or make it worse off in the end. This is the story of EinnGard

Sixteen-year-old Toby Foster’s life is irrevocably changed on one fateful night when a chance encounter in a dark alley leaves him transformed into a vampire. Suddenly overwhelmed by a relentless hunger and haunted by the loss of his humanity, Toby finds himself thrust into a clandestine world of immortal predators and dark secrets. Guided by Rainer, a seasoned vampire with his own shadowed past, Toby is forced to join a faction of supernatural beings who live by their own brutal code. As he struggles to control his newfound thirst and navigate the treacherous politics of vampire society, Toby must confront the harsh realities of power, survival, and betrayal. With every nightfall, the line between monster and man blurs, and the price of immortality becomes ever more steep. Will Toby master his dark destiny or be consumed by the forces that seek to control him?