Heart And Habit

The realms are on the brink of war as a malevolent force from Umbralis rises to conquer Celestara. Kael is tasked with protecting the fragile balance between realms, but he discovers that Lira’s artifact may hold the key to defeating this threat. As their fates intertwine, Kael finds himself falling for her—a love that could either save the realms or doom them all.

In the vibrant world of a high school singing club, shy and introverted Thesika finds herself falling for Alex, the school’s star performer and her charismatic senior. While Alex's voice captivates audiences, it's his kind smile and unassuming charm that steal Thesika's heart. Caught in the whirlwind of her one-sided love, Thesika struggles to balance her emotions, dreams, and the fear of rejection. As the singing club prepares for its biggest performance yet, Thesika's quiet admiration for Alex grows into a melody of courage and self-discovery. Will her silent love remain an unsung tune, or will the music of their shared passion create a harmony neither of them saw coming? “Wings of Heart” is a heartfelt story of longing, courage, and the delicate symphony of unspoken feelings.

In the neon-lit streets of futuristic Neo-Tokyo, Rei Kuroda, a haunted bounty hunter, and Aiko Saito, a skilled hacker with ties to a powerful corporation, cross paths in a dangerous game of cat and mouse. Once lovers torn apart by a devastating war, they now find themselves on opposite sides of a conflict that threatens to unravel the city’s delicate balance of power. As they are forced to confront their past, their rekindled feelings complicate their missions, drawing them into a high-stakes battle against a rogue AI and the dark forces controlling Neo-Tokyo. With every encounter, the line between love and duty blurs, leading them to a final confrontation where they must decide whether to protect the world they once knew or to forge a new future together. Neon Sakura is a gripping tale of romance, action, and redemption, set in a world where technology and humanity collide.

When the Grey Mist covers the earth, the miasma corrupts the creatures, and the threads manipulate the minds of others, those red eyes will rest upon humanity and the very order of the world will go mad. Humans will fade into the background, clinging to life as they always have. In the first era, someone stayed. In the second era, someone woke up. In the third era, someone will rise again and again. Let the steam roar! Let the ancient technology shine! Let the battle between humanity and the anomalies, the oddities, the contamination zones never cease! May my Pneuma allow me to take this mortal body to challenge these beings! May my axe resonate with my heart! In the end, only humanity will remain, by hook or by crook! ------------------------- Cover made using AI. English is my second language and I'm using Grammarly for thoses mistakes I didn't see, so, if you notice one, comment, please! I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com

In a war-torn kingdom desperate for salvation, scholar Amara Solis joins a perilous expedition to the Firelands, a treacherous wasteland where ancient fire creatures believed to exist. Fueled by her passion for uncovering lost truths, Amara seeks answers buried in the ashes of history. But when she encounters the Fireborn, a sentient being of living flame, her journey takes an unexpected turn. Drawn into a web of ancient mysteries, Amara’s curiosity becomes obsession, and the line between hunter and ally begins to blur. As the secrets of the Firelands unravel.

"A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you an heart of flesh. Ezekiel 36:26."

Emilia Carter has always lived a life of contrasts. By day, she’s a waitress at a local diner; by night, she dominates the underground street racing scene in Jagoon. But her world is turned upside down when a mysterious tape arrives on her doorstep. The tape reveals a clandestine meeting between her late mother and an unknown man—an unsettling clue that ties back to a painful memory from Emilia’s childhood: when her father betrayed her mother, driving them both into the streets. Determined to uncover the truth, Emilia sneaks into a lavish masked party thrown by the Carter family. It’s there that she encounters a mysterious figure—a man whose presence seems to carry secrets that could unlock her family’s past. Yet, this man isn’t interested in the answers to her mother’s death; instead, he sees something else in Emilia—a treasure hidden deep within her. When tragedy strikes and her best friend Diego is killed in an act of ruthless betrayal, Emilia is consumed by grief and rage. Desperate for vengeance and power, she turns to the mysterious man, asking for his help to grow in influence so that she can take revenge on those who took Diego from her. What she doesn’t realize is that this man’s motivations run deeper than she could have imagined, and his intentions toward Emilia may be darker than just offering her power. Now, Emilia finds herself entangled in a dangerous web of secrets, manipulation, and betrayal, as she seeks to avenge her friend and uncover the truth about her past. But in a world where power comes at a cost, Emilia will have to decide how much of her soul she’s willing to sacrifice to get the revenge she so desperately craves.

I was a normal girl, living with luxurious items, and a slacking life. Was a bit spoiled... ummm... a bit too much perhaps. Now I can shapeshift into a cat. And met with the only man who could only rely my everything, my frustration, my anger, my heart... And he had to kill me...

In the mystical town of Blackthorn, where the veil between worlds is thin and ancient magic stirs in the shadows, Armand Cain, a fearless witch hunter, arrives to investigate a series of unexplained disappearances. Known for his unyielding pursuit of the supernatural, Armand believes this mission will be just another routine task. But Blackthorn holds secrets far darker than he could have imagined, and one of those secrets is Celeste. A centuries-old vampire with a soul as old as time, Celeste has haunted Blackthorn for generations, bound by a curse that ties her to the town's troubled past. She is both beautiful and deadly, a creature of darkness who has learned to guard her heart and trust no one. When Armand crosses her path, their worlds collide in a clash of fate and destiny. When Armand is ambushed by rogue vampires, Celeste intervenes to save his life, forcing him to confront the very beliefs that have defined his existence. Reluctantly, the two form an alliance to uncover the truth behind the disappearances and the malevolent forces threatening Blackthorn. But as they spend more time together, an undeniable and forbidden connection begins to bloom between them, one that challenges Armand’s oath to destroy creatures like Celeste and forces Celeste to question her century-long loneliness. As passion ignites amidst the dangers of their quest, Armand and Celeste must navigate the treacherous line between loyalty and love. With their hearts torn between duty and desire, they must choose whether to embrace a love that defies everything they've known or allow the darkness to tear them apart forever. In a town where nothing is what it seems, can love conquer the most ancient of curses, or will the forces of fate and duty doom them to an eternity of separation?

In a world driven by technological advancements and societal expectations, Remond, an overly emotional and timid high school student often labeled as a "crybaby," struggles to navigate life. Enduring relentless bullying and self-doubt, he finds solace in the unwavering support of his best friend, Sid, and his kind-hearted uncle, Dr. Edwards, a renowned microbiologist. But Remond’s ordinary life takes a dramatic turn when a tragic incident leaves him exposed to one of his uncle’s experimental serums. Gaining the mysterious ability to absorb and release kinetic energy, he is thrust into a world of danger and responsibility. Now, the boy who was once mocked for his sensitivity must rise to the challenge of protecting his loved ones and uncovering the truth behind a shadowy conspiracy threatening his city. With his emotions becoming his greatest strength and his newfound power as his shield, Remond embarks on a journey of self-discovery, courage, and redemption. The Heart of the Underdog is a story of transformation, proving that even the weakest among us can become heroes when their hearts are in the right place.

"The Unrequited Heart" is a romance novel that tells the story of Sophia, a young woman who has been pining for her best friend, Alexander, for years. Despite her feelings, Sophia has never mustered the courage to confess her love to Alexander, fearing that it might ruin their friendship. *Complications and Twists* As Sophia navigates her unrequited love, Alexander's ex-girlfriend, Rachel, reappears in his life, causing tension and conflict. Sophia must confront her own emotions and decide whether to reveal her true feelings to Alexander or risk losing him forever. *Themes and Character Development* Throughout the novel, Sophia undergoes significant character development, learning to confront her fears, assert herself, and prioritize her own happiness. The story explores themes of unrequited love, friendship, and self-discovery, raising questions about the complexities of human relationships and the power of vulnerability. *Romantic Elements* The novel is a slow-burn romance, with a focus on the emotional journey of the protagonist. The romance is tender, sweet, and heartfelt, with a satisfying payoff that will leave readers rooting for the characters.

In a world where magic has been forgotten and wizards live hidden among the people, Bianca, a girl full of imagination and passion for fantastic stories, dreams of a world where magic is real. However, as she grows, she loses hope that such a world will ever exist. Everything changes when she meets Lux, a wizard with supernatural powers who fights for a just cause that could change the world as Bianca knows it. Together, they will fight for their dreams, but will they succeed in their mission or fall into the hands of enemies who will stop at nothing to defeat them?

2025 © Marcos Torres All rights reserved. Universe of Shadow and Blood. "There will be nothing in this world that will stop me from loving you completely, and despite everything, we are still here." When Jing Wu Feng, the master of the Silent Mist Peak, unexpectedly dies in a mysterious way, Yi Meixue is tasked with inheriting his position. But to do so, she must ascend to the peak to take leadership and prove herself worthy. Her shizun, Lin Ziyu, a man involved in many mysteries, decides to accompany her to the top. However, many setbacks prevent Yi Meixue from completing her mission. She ends up falling for the lies of her older sister, who had allied with the White Lotus Sect and exterminated their entire clan during their childhood. As a result, she finds herself trapped in a forced marriage with the leader of the Yunyan clan, Pei Yunhuan. As Yi Meixue challenges her own fragility to protect what is most precious, Lin Ziyu must decide if the weight of love is worth more than the safety of his secrets. In the end, will the strength he has gained be enough to save both of them from a fate that unfolds like winter itself: beautiful, cruel, and inevitable? A brazilian novel. sinopse em português: "Não haverá nada no mundo que me impeça de amá-la por inteiro, e apesar de tudo, ainda estamos aqui." Quando Jing Wu Feng, o mestre do Pico da Névoa Silenciosa morre inesperadamente de uma forma misteriosa, Yi Meixue, fica a cargo de herdar sua posição. Mas para isso, ela precisaria subir ao topo do pico para assumir a liderança e se provar digna. E seu shizun, Lin Ziyu, um homem envolvido em muitos mistérios, decidiu acompanhá-la até o topo. Mas muitos contratempos acabaram impedindo que Yi Meixue completasse sua missão. Ela acabou caindo nas mentiras de sua irmã mais velha, que havia se aliado a Seita do Lótus Branco e exterminado todo o seu clã em sua infância. Então, acabou presa em meio a um casamento forçado com o líder do clã Yunyan, Pei Yunhuan. Enquanto Yi Meixue desafia sua própria fragilidade para proteger o que é mais precioso, Lin Ziyu deve decidir se o peso do amor vale mais do que a segurança de seus mistérios. No final, será que a força que ele conquistou será suficiente para salvar os dois de um destino que se desdobra como o próprio inverno: belo, cruel e inevitável?

Raizen finds himself reincarnated to a magical fantasy world that resembles the medieval times in some way... Read and see for yourself how he, a 24 year old man with no personal memories, figures out what to do with his life.

Ezra Wolfe, an ordinary man in his late twenties, finds himself the sole survivor of a multiverse collapse, with every other version of himself perishing. He gains access to a mysterious system that allows him to rapidly learn and adapt, surpassing normal human limits. With a relentless drive to transcend mortality, Ezra sets out to master new skills, push the boundaries of his knowledge, and prepare for any challenge that comes his way on his journey towards permanence.

A man who's wife gets killed by a mafia and now the man has to work up his way and do things he regrets, His plan is to kill the boss, can he do it

Di Indonesia tahun 2025, meskipun negara ini telah mengalami kemajuan pesat dalam bidang teknologi, korupsi masih merajalela di hampir setiap institusi. Pemerintahan yang seharusnya melindungi rakyat malah sering terlibat dalam penyalahgunaan kekuasaan dan penyelewengan dana. Banyak perusahaan besar, terutama yang beroperasi di sektor energi dan sumber daya alam, memanfaatkan kekuasaan mereka untuk mengeksploitasi kekayaan negara demi keuntungan pribadi. Rakyat kecil terus hidup dalam ketidakpastian dan ketidakadilan. Felza Wellian, seorang hacker asal Jakarta, pernah bekerja sebagai pengembang perangkat lunak di salah satu perusahaan keamanan siber terbesar di Indonesia. Namun, hidupnya berubah setelah ia menemukan bahwa perusahaannya terlibat dalam proyek-proyek yang didanai oleh dana korupsi, termasuk pembangunan infrastruktur yang melibatkan pejabat tinggi di pemerintah dan korporasi besar yang mengendalikan industri minyak dan gas. Ketika kekasihnya, Cecilia, seorang jurnalis investigasi yang berusaha mengungkapkan kejahatan-kejahatan ini, dibunuh oleh tangan-tangan kekuasaan, Felza memutuskan untuk membalas dendam. Dengan identitas baru sebagai Avisev, Felza memulai pertempuran tanpa ampun melawan sistem yang telah menghancurkan hidup orang-orang yang ia cintai. Menggunakan keahliannya dalam dunia maya, ia meretas bank-bank besar, perusahaan energi, dan sistem pemerintah untuk mengungkap dan membocorkan data yang menunjukkan penyalahgunaan kekuasaan. Felza meninggalkan jejak digital yang tak bisa dilacak, mengungkapkan korupsi yang terjadi di tingkat tertinggi, dan memberikan harapan bagi rakyat Indonesia yang terpinggirkan. Namun, pertempuran Avisev mulai menarik perhatian Badan Siber Nasional (BSN), sebuah lembaga pemerintah yang bertanggung jawab untuk menjaga keamanan dunia maya Indonesia. Nayla Vini, seorang agen muda yang terlatih di dunia maya, ditugaskan untuk memburu Avisev. Nayla adalah hacker ulung yang sebelumnya bekerja di BSN untuk melawan ancaman dunia maya, namun ia mulai meragukan keabsahan tugas yang diberikan padanya setelah mengetahui bahwa lembaganya ternyata juga terlibat dalam skema korupsi besar. Dalam perjalanan ini, Felza dan Nayla berhadapan langsung—dua hacker dengan tujuan yang berbeda namun dengan keterampilan yang sebanding. Felza berusaha mengungkap kejahatan yang telah merusak negara, sementara Nayla berjuang untuk menegakkan hukum yang ada, meskipun hukum itu tampaknya hanya menguntungkan mereka yang berkuasa. Seiring berjalannya waktu, Nayla mulai mempertanyakan kesetiaannya pada negara, sementara Felza harus memilih antara melanjutkan misinya untuk mengungkap kebenaran atau menghadapi kenyataan bahwa perlawanan ini bisa memusnahkan dirinya dan orang-orang yang ia cintai.

Ellie Parker never expected to cross paths with Liam Carter again. Once the boy who made her high school heart flutter with every crooked smile and guitar strum, Liam is now a dazzling rock star with millions of fans and a reputation as a heartbreaker. Ellie, however, is just a quiet college student trying to keep her grades up while working part-time to stay afloat. Their worlds couldn’t be more different, but fate has other plans. When Ellie hears a hit song on the radio with lyrics eerily reminiscent of their shared past, her heart skips a beat. Could Liam have written it for her? Skeptical yet intrigued, Ellie finds herself thrown into an unexpected reunion when Liam attends their college’s annual gala as a surprise guest performer. The chemistry between them is undeniable, but Ellie isn’t the starstruck fan Liam is used to. She’s the one who got away—and she’s not convinced that revisiting their past won’t leave her heartbroken. As Liam tries to prove his feelings through late-night serenades, stolen moments, and heartfelt confessions, Ellie is forced to confront her insecurities. Could the girl who once hid in the library really be enough for someone whose life is constantly in the spotlight?

In a world of evil and good, humans have the blessed curse of living in between. Raised to help the people, and stay on the path of good, how does Aaleyah do that? Aaleyah is the last surviving member of her family. With the power to connect with a stone that grants wishes, she is kept close to the royal family. How do you stay good when all the reasons to are gone? A character who longs for death is forced to continue to live.

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The world had never been on his side, despite his struggles on keeping his loved ones safe, the cruel world decided to end his life in that instant. But even then, his life did not end... More rather, it became quite a surprise. ============ Each chapter will have 4k - 6k Words Only Chapter 1 and 2 have less then 4k Words

In 'Whispers of the Heart', Rosemary Wambui Mbugua takes readers on an enchanting journey of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery. Set against the backdrop of a charming coastal city, the story follows Emma, a reserved artist who has given up on love, and Liam, a charismatic traveler with a mysterious past. When their paths cross, sparks fly, but their budding romance is tested by secrets and insecurities that threaten to pull them apart. As Emma and Liam navigate the complexities of their emotions, they must confront their fears and learn to trust in the power of love. With vivid descriptions, heartfelt dialogue, and a touch of humor, this novel explores the beauty of vulnerability and the courage it takes to open one's heart. Perfect for readers who enjoy a blend of passion and poignancy, 'Whispers of the Heart' is a timeless tale of finding love when you least expect it.

Born out of pain, his dark heart seeks nothing but torturing these mortals, he has killed countless, disrupted peace among the living but now he seeks death, he is alone but then he sees a dim light and his heart desires to be filled be that light... is there any hope for him?

In the shadow of a tumultuous past, Adrian’s life is a delicate balance between the desire for love and the fear of being hurt again. Torn between the remnants of past betrayals and the potential for something real, Adrian finds himself on the edge of both self-destruction and self-discovery. When he meets Kai, a mysterious and captivating stranger, the fragile walls Adrian has built around his heart begin to crumble. As their connection deepens, Adrian is forced to confront his darkest secrets—emotional scars, guilt, and unresolved pain. Kai, on the other hand, is driven by his own hidden motives and inner demons, but their shared vulnerability pulls them closer. What begins as a tentative relationship soon spirals into a whirlwind of passion, deception, and sacrifice. Torn between the truth of their pasts and the undeniable pull of their hearts, Adrian and Kai must navigate a path fraught with secrets, betrayal, and the weight of unresolved guilt. Their bond becomes a battleground where love and pain, hope and despair, constantly clash. As they fight to heal each other, they will ultimately face a heartbreaking choice: Can love truly heal the wounds of the past, or will it only deepen them?

This world is falling apart, with no one left to protect its people. Something big and unexpected has taken over, and despair spreads like a shadow. The so-called hero, the one who was meant to fight for them, is the very cause of this chaos. Was the hero ever truly a hero in the end? But maybe there’s still hope—someone who was never meant to save anyone might step forward. Someone forgotten by fate, someone no one expected. What if that person is the one destined to expose the hero’s true colors? They don’t have a prophecy or a grand destiny written for them. Yet, it’s not destiny that drives them—it’s the burning fire in their heart, the unshakable will to save a broken world.

In the shadowy depths of the forest, Elara’s life takes a fateful turn when she discovers a world of werewolves, hidden beneath the moonlit canopy. Drawn to the brooding and fiercely protective Kael, she finds herself entangled in a passionate romance that defies the boundaries of their worlds. But their love awakens an ancient rivalry, and the rival pack will stop at nothing to tear them apart. As danger lurks in every shadow, Elara must confront her deepest fears and embrace the power of their bond. With each heart-stopping encounter, secrets unravel, and betrayals threaten to shatter everything they hold dear. Can their love withstand the impending storm, or will the darkness consume them both?

A teen love story. The orphan Fred is a savage yet sensible individual. He never imagined that he would fall in love with anyone, much less a young girl like Lynn, and he certainly never imagined that he would love her despite all the shortcomings.

Fresh out of High school, Alex Baker is thrust into the real world when He finds a mysterious basket on his patio. With this fragile heart in the palm of his hands, will he succumb to the pressure, or will he stand tall?