Held

"All Earth's knowledge, a boost to my brain, and to be unbound by magic capacity or affinity, those are my three requests" said Colt preparing for reincarnation. To reincarnate in another world, a wish he held dear, and now, he's heading to a world of monsters, magic, elves, and riches only he knows how to use . Sworn to not repeat the suffering he went through, Colt will use any and all means to ensure his new life is a good one.

The powerful have caused chaos for all that are lesser than them since the beginning of existence. This is the story about the truth that everyone knows but no one realizes. The story of a king who failed his duty, a dragon who lost what it held most dear, a beautiful girl who lost who she was and a fae that was once a queen. Cades Kirgun is an ehetrian child, one that longs to become an artificer. But his plans go awry as his whole world collapses and he needs to flee. How will he survive ? How will he overcome the challenges presented to him and overthrow those that have held the power for far too long ? This is the story of a king born from rags, a king that leads to people to fight for what they believe in, the crusader king.

Nine and Aya shared a deep love, bound by passion and devotion. But love can be fickle, can't it? Their bond begins to unravel when Nine ascends as the Lord of Lust, threatening to consume what they once held dear.

[Urban Masterpiece! Over a Million Subscribers] The Imperial Physician of Heaven was reborn in the City of Flowers, seized control of the world's viruses, absorbed Soul Consciousness, amassed wealth rivaling nations, held overwhelming power, and was surrounded by beautiful women.

Humanity is broken. Their cities are dust, their warriors long fallen. The monstrous Beasts and their godlike Beastkin masters rule with an iron grip, and hope is little more than a forgotten whisper. But legends are not born from comfort. They are forged in blood, in fire, in the will of those who refuse to kneel. Rowan was nothing—a nameless child in the slums, another soul crushed beneath the weight of a dying world. But from the depths of despair, he rose. Not for glory. Not for vengeance. But to tear down the chains that held mankind in servitude. And when the dust settles, the world will remember one truth. Rowan the Mighty does not bow.

This works tags Magic, Superpowers, Goddess, Angel, Devil, Vampire, Werewolf, Snake People, The Queen, Contests. This works contests Red Wine Brew Contest held in Vampire Empire Capital Music Contest held in Werewolf Empire Capital Dance Contest held in Snake People Empire Capital Thriller Storytelling Contest held in Central Empire Capital Talent Show Contest held in Devil Empire Capital Costume Design Contest held in Devil Empire Capital Cooking Contest held in Devil Empire Capital Outline Everyone has 24 hours in daily life, and Morgana who is the queen of United Empires of Darkness, would not be exclusive. She spends 8 hours on working, 8 hours on cultivation, and 8 hours on sleeping. This book focuses on the Queen Morgana's working life from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.. As the queen of United Empires of Darkness, Morgana has a fun schedule in everyday. She would strengthen empire's military power, conquer dragon clan, and host variety of interesting contests. She would like to host variety of interesting contests, to meet many faces, to explore many places, and to learn many experiences. Author's Note There in this works are many interior monologue that the other authors don't write. I think it's one of my writing features, but maybe the others think differently. I would write less interior monologue, if you let me know that you are not interested in interior monologue.

A world filled with magic, God's, Goddesses and more. A fantasy world if you will, most would relish and prosper in a world such as this. Who would not want to live out their fantasies? Not Mikoto Yukio, a young boy with a simple life. A simple life he was content with as long as he had his family. But the world is an unfair place and he finds himself in this new absurd world with something special. Now he must search for a means to get back home and to the few people he held dear. How shall this unwanted journey unfold. Can he remain himself in such an unfamiliar place?

Raised in a strict Christian home, Sophia always upheld her chastity, believing in love and purity. But everything changed when she entered university. Caught in the corrupt world of academia, she became a target for a ruthless lecturer who held her grades hostage. Desperate and afraid, she surrendered, unknowingly stepping into a downward spiral of lust, regret, and self-destruction. As she drowned in the university's dark underbelly, Sophia lost herself, becoming entangled in a life she never imagined. Her journey from innocence to ruin is a tragic tale of temptation, manipulation, and consequences. But in the end, will she ever find redemption, or will her sins consume her entirely?

Gestorben als Held, wiedergeboren als Dämon... Der stärkste Held der Welt tötete den Dämonenkönig, den mächtigsten Dämon, der je auf der Erde erschienen ist. Er hat etwas erreicht, was kein anderer Held je schaffen konnte. Doch leider hat der Held nicht damit gerechnet, dass seine eigene Freundin, seine eigenen Freunde und die Organisation, der er vertraute, sich plötzlich gegen ihn wenden und versuchen würden, ihn zu töten. Es war der grausamste Schlag, der ihm je in seinem Leben versetzt wurde. Er gab trotzdem nicht auf und versuchte, sich zu behaupten, aber sie waren vorbereitet, und er geriet unversehens in ihre Falle. Er kämpfte bis zum Tod, nur um festzustellen, dass er in den Körper eines Dämons verwandelt worden war! Aber wer hätte gedacht, dass er einmal der Ehemann der Dämonenkönigin sein würde! Doch das Leben als königlicher Gemahl war alles andere als einfach. Lies also, um herauszufinden, wie er alle, die ihm nach dem Leben trachten, besiegen und schließlich seine Rache bekommen wird. ===== Diskord-Link https://discord.gg/HjWkd4nB3z =====

She was the woman he held dear to his heart, and he was the only sky in hers. Yet, born into royalty and bound by fate, even with her lofty pride, she had to descend into the depths of the palace, competing with many other women for his love. Intrigues and power struggles were rife, and the Emperor's heart was inscrutable. Only because it was him, she promised to see a glimpse of the future of the Qing Dynasty for the man she loved so deeply. But why does this path have to be so difficult…

Though it may be a dream weathered, crumpled, fading, I held on without surrender. Through each repeated day, running toward tomorrow’s light, I became a knight, resolute and bright.

Death followed Achilles like a plague. Finding himself at his lowest point, he comes to realize how little value human life held as terrifying Advanced Humans and Evolutius Beasts waded across the Colonies of this world. About to lose the only remaining person close to him by falling into the jaws of an Evolutius Beast, a spark bloomed inside of him, and he saw a distinct blue panel appear before his eyes! [Achilles Maxwell] [Assimilation]:: - [Existence Corruption Value]:: 0% [Complexity]:: Negligible A simple spark. And yet the changes it brought…were limitless!

“You are the lucky chosen one.” The woman said, putting forth a hand to her. Who was she? Abhilasha wondered how could she breathe so well under water? The lady smiled and held her hand, “come to me. I know where you must go. Let me lead." ------------------------------------------ “I dreamed once again of that man. I think now I can only meet him in a dream , that is where we might as well be better. There are some loves, who don’t have name, shape or even existence in your reality—but they are just as much real to you. No one expected me to get up and speak and smile and work as I once did. Neither did I expect to be back in this world. A world that has snatched away everything I possibly once held precious for.” --------------------------------------------- Abhilasha had grown up disliking this river, but this river—the river had taken her to depth of life. She can’t tell now, after waking up from her long sleep. Looking around her, the life had been on race. Time had passed. She was not here, she was somewhere in this big world. A world that was as real as hers—but now she can’t tell weather it was all just a dream or was there something more in this. Did she really travelled across the universe, or was it just her mind?

Haisley is a woman who is held as collateral by her father and brother to pay their debts to a mafia gambling house owner. Lucas Abraham, the man, accepts Haisley as collateral and makes her his sex partner. There is no love present, especially in Lucas, as his heart has long since died with his lover. But what happens when Haisley is kidnapped by his business partner? Does Lucas not care and let Haisley be killed by his enemy, or will Lucas help Haisley when he realizes he doesn't like anyone hurting Haisley except himself?

Have you ever had your life ripped off right from under you and you can feel yourself drowning though you claw about trying to remain afloat? Nobody to turn too because they all are the reason you are drowning? Then I hope you never have too because it hurts like hell. “This is a family discussion.” “Get out.” So very simple words but they held enough power to destroy what happened to my life. Trying to sort through the pieces of what is left of my life, will I find myself or will find things that will only take me under?

Jessica Chard and Damian Hamilton have a lot to talk. Grudges has been held for five years and love wants to rule forever Sparks begin to fly between their best friends and they have to decide to either support them with their love or crash it with their malice. But most importantly, Will Jessica receive the love she has always wished for from Damian

"The Shadowx, the name of a warrior who does not have any elemental powers. Fighting those who stand in his way, his goal is still ambiguous. But, the light will be shed on it later after." "A world which is led by elements, an era in whom humanity took control of the elements which are 4 main elements (Flame, Frost, Shock, Terra)." "A threat known as the dark powers came to destroy this empire of elements which is held by the strongest 3 elemental warriors, The Emperors." "Even me, I am a warrior named Radiant. Time shall come to reveal everything, EVEN...ME."

formed from the souls of thousands a weapon is born. weapon created to slay the gods destruction. Chaos has risen in the realm of the gods. Being the one blessed with power of destruction sienna stared at the only person that gave her life. she held his hands as tears flow down her cheek"zadok if you die, I will drag you from hell and kill you ten times "

He was once the Young Temple Master of the Medicine God Hall—a peerless powerhouse who commanded the wind and clouds! Three years ago, he was grievously ambushed by eighteen top-tier experts, suffered a brain injury, and became an idiot! Three years later, the Medicine God returned! He held dominion over life and death, controlling Yin and Yang! Wife of a shared lifetime, I wish to treat you with tenderness my whole life! To my past enemies, I desire to unsheathe my sword and shred your nets, annihilating your entire clan!

“Do you want to meet your soulmate?” “Of course. If the universe allows it, whether in this life or the other, I’d love to meet them.” He woke up in a completely different world. Whether he was sent back in time or transported into a completely different world from his previous life, he had no idea. Possessing the body of Rodion Andreyevich, the son of a baron who, since their ancestors' time, held a classified secret of the royal family, under the order of the 2nd King of their kingdom. He held no memories of the body he possessed, and to his dismay, he found out that the original Rodion Andreyevich was actually still alive, imprisoned within the recess of his unconsciousness, and to make matters worse, an unknown and ancient entity was slowly manifesting within him. Meeting Nikolai Aleksandrovich, a Prince of Sosoya with an appalling history, a strange emotion immediately manifested and stirred within him.

Arthur was living a happy and normal life and his biggest ambition was to win his village's competition that was held every year. Arthur trained hard for the day he would win the competition. When that day arrived and Arthur won the competition, he was happy and seemed happy, but his joy was not complete when he was surprised by the Orcs attacking them and controlling all the people of the village and making them slaves of the monsters. Arthur killed some of the monster guards and when the people of the village saw their strength, they decided to make him their king and save them from the monsters.

“We can’t be together. And you know this!” Scarlett said as her eyes sunk in sadness. Felix had finally found happiness in her. He was not willing to let her go at this point. “We can make this work! Trust me. We can run away and.....” Scarlett cut him off in disbelief “You? Run away! Aren’t you embarrassed? It’s bad enough that you like me and now you want to run away like a coward” He violently held her neck and lifted her head up “Watch what you say! Now listen, whether you like it or not, you are MINE! Am I clear?” As he released her, she let out multiple coughs and held her throat. She watched him walk down the hallways while she wondered how she had gotten herself into such mess in pretext of love. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Felix is the king of Alchlor who has an unpleasant history that questions his authority. Scarlett is subjected to being a maid in the palace due to her mother’s illness and the urge to take care of her siblings. Felix and Scarlett first form a friendship while his identity is unknown. A little strain is caused between them when she mistakenly figures out who he really is. When they eventually get past this, their relationship is unacceptable to members of the royal family as they make an arranged marriage for Felix with Evelyn who is Scarlett’s rival Will Scarlett and Felix be able to navigate all social barriers to find love? Read this book to find out!

The Story Is Set In An Alternate Reality Where The Women-Only Participate Competitive Sport Keijo Becomes A Fad In Japan The Rules Of Keijo Are Simple The Match Is Held In A Swimming Pool Dtadium Participants Must Stand A Top Circular Platforms Floating In A Pool Referred To As Land And Fight To Defeat Their Opponents By Knocking Them Off Their Respective Platforms Into The Water Using Only Their Sumo Technique The Sport Attracts Millions Of Viewers Across The Country And Boasts A Lavish Prize Pool This Prompts Many Aspiring Athletes From Different Sports To Try To Succeed In Keijo

No matter the battles we face, Or the dangers that await us in future, or even the people that try to separate us....My heart will always remain yours. ...... This is a book with several types of romances between numerous characters. No matter the trials, problems and difficulty they faced, they stood with their heads held high at the end. These were the problems the Wayne siblings faced when they fell in love with their women. Both women were once slaves who had difficult pasts they had kept hidden because of the shame that came with it. Not knowing that their pasts were intertwined with that of their partners, they hid the truth. Soon, that very past came back to hunt them. The question is, will they escape unharmed?

The Eternal Slumber Ends Darkness. Endless, suffocating darkness. I had long lost count of the years. Decades? Centuries? Perhaps even millennia. The passage of time held no meaning in this abyss. My name, my power, my very existence—forgotten by the world I once ruled. But fate, cruel yet ever-enticing, had not abandoned me completely. A voice—faint, yet unmistakable—echoed through the void. "Oh great one... please... lend me your strength..." Something within me stirred. A warmth, long lost, flickered in my chest. The chains that bound my soul trembled. And in that moment—after an eternity of nothingness—I awoke.

On what should have been the happiest night of her life, Julia is left by her husband for his mistress-a betrayal she never saw coming. That night, she meets Dante, a stranger willing to fight for their life. As they face danger together, her life takes a dark turn. With a secret child Dante doesn't know about, Julia's life next to her husband becomes a living hell, held together only by her deep love for him. Behind her smiles and affection lies a torment inflicted by a heartless man. Can Julia escape the harsh realities of her situation, or will she remain tied to a love that only brings her pain?

Detective and head of chief police Carl is faced with another case, another murder case at this point nothing shakes her until her and her team handles the 'pretty blond case',the brutal murder of 'Jennifer Andersons' the case is not all that it seems as Carl and her team dig much deeper they find themselves shaken for the first time.. Jennifer's friends fall deep into the suspicious list, the girls are kept in a house and a questioned through a game call 'stare at the liar' to say their stay in the house was pure horror.. revealing untold secrets, long-held grudges, hatred, jealousy, broken friendships was an understatement

After building the life he dreamed of, everything seemed to go wrong. Now Osiris's life is filled with blood betrayal and torture. with no other options, he took the hand of the first person who held their hand out to him, even if that person was the devil himself. ***** Hello, I just started writing this for fun as I enjoy writing. I'm currently in the army, so I might not be able to constantly dish out chapters, but please bear with me. And thank you for giving me the opportunity to entertain you with this book.

"Star… is amazing right?” Those were the last words Hoshi heard from his mother before she took her final breath. On that sorrowful day, Hoshi discovered an old book that belonged to his mother. Inside, he found a mysterious poem that spoke of a power capable of bringing life back. Unable to accept her passing, Hoshi became determined to uncover the meaning behind the poem, hoping to reclaim the beautiful moments that now existed only in his memories. His journey to seek answers was filled with challenges, but everything changed when he met Sora—a person who held the key to the puzzle…and to his future.

"Hello X news here today we are interviewing the family related to the perpetrator that carried out multiple armored attacks throughout the city and land eventually trying to start his country on a uncharted island" the reporter speaks firmly and clearly... "Missus and Sir what are your thoughts on your son?" He held the microphone to the fathers mouth "Well for one i think that piece of shit is finally doing something in his life finally something than being cooped up in his room as a good for nothing!" The fathers wife held his arm even more tightly "How could you! he is our son... Son if your seeing this please be safe we love you and your father just wants the best.." -The noise suddenly cuts off "Supreme leader your actions have finally spread through out America happy?"