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I never had any friends. Yes, there were people I called friends, but deep down, I knew they didn’t truly care about me, and I didn’t care much for them either. So, I did what I thought was right—I pushed them all away. I convinced myself that being alone was better, and for a long time, I didn’t hate it. But as much as I loved being alone, I didn't want to be lonely. I also wanted someone and something special—a real bond with someone I could call my Best Friend. I wanted to care, to be cared for in return. Then, against all odds, something I believed to be impossible happened. I found that person. For the first time, I cared for someone. I believed that I had found what I was looking for. But as time passed, I was forced to realize the cruel truth I had been too blind to see. Something I had tried my best to ignore. It was my biggest mistake. I was the only one who cared. I gave it my all only for it to be thrown away. In the end, I was left standing in the same lonely place. But this time, it hurt...

burn me alive if you didn't like story after reading Don’t Judge My Book by Its Cover or Synopsis Warning: Not for the faint-hearted or those with tender souls. This story is my outlet, my way of pouring out the weight of my depression and heartache. --- This is a story about a boy, someone who was given a second chance at life after dying at the fragile age of 13 in his last world. This boy didn’t dream of wealth, power, or glory. All he wanted was something much simpler and yet infinitely more complicated a happy, fulfilling life. He yearned to love someone truly, completely, more than he loved himself. And he tried. Oh, he tried. He gave everything, even his soul, to make that dream a reality. At five years old, the boy awakened a system some love-giving mechanism that claimed he was living in a novel or plot. It didn’t reveal much, only teasing him with the promise that all would be explained when he turned 18. But he didn’t care about that. He didn’t believe in destiny or fate. “What does it matter if I’m part of some story?” he thought. “I’m not playing by anyone’s rules. I’ll create my own happy life, one where I love and am loved.” How wrong he was. The boy devoted himself to those he cared for, never once living for the system or the rewards it promised. He loved because that’s who he was a person who gave from his heart, not because he expected anything in return. He didn’t need to win prizes for his kindness, didn’t need recognition. What he longed for, the one thing he lacked, was to be loved back. But no matter how much he gave, it was never enough. He sacrificed everything his time, his affection, his happiness and yet, in the end, all he got in return was rejection, indifference, and disappointment. Still, even then, he couldn’t stop loving. His heart, which had been so brutally trampled on, still beat for the one person he cherished the most Avey, the woman he had loved with every fiber of his being. And when the time came, and Avey needed a heart transplant to survive, the boy made his final, most devastating choice. He gave her his heart. Literally. With nothing left to give, he sacrificed his life in the hope that, maybe, in his absence, Avey would find the peace that his love couldn’t give her. As he lay there, his breath fading, he whispered his last words: “I hope my absence brings you the peace my love couldn’t.” Even in his final moments, he might have asked the heavens, “Why didn’t you make our love story complete?” And perhaps, if God were listening, he might have answered, “I could have, but she never asked for you in the first place.” And with that, the boy passed. But his death wasn’t met with quiet mourning or gentle tears. Lucian’s friends those who knew the true weight of his sacrifice, who understood the depth of his love stood by his lifeless body. They cried. They screamed. They raged against the cruelty of it all. One of his closest friends, barely holding back his own devastation, kneeled by Lucian’s side. His hands clenched the cold earth beneath him so tightly that his nails drew blood, and through a stream of tears, he raised his head, staring at his friend’s lifeless face. “You always said you wanted a wedding in Gangsta style, right?” His voice cracked as he forced the words out. His heart was breaking, but even through his grief, a twisted smile tugged at his lips. “Well, you’ll have it, Lucian. But it won’t be for your wedding. It’ll be for your funeral.” And as he stood, tears still streaming down his face, he made a promise to the friend he loved like a brother. “All the world will hear gunshots like firecrackers. The sky will burn with the sound of our grief. And up there, Lucian, you’ll watch what a true Gangsta style is.” And in that moment, as the world prepared to mourn Lucian in the only way they knew how loudly, violently, with a fury that matched the depths of their sorrow lucian opened his eyes finding that he had came back in time...when he was 18

With the passing of Huroko Anaki, a man bound by the confines of an incurable terminal illness, the chapter of his human existence seemed to draw to a close. Yet, as his final breath escaped him, an inexplicable twist of fate unfolded: Huroko found himself reincarnated, not as a human, but as a snake. Emerging into this new form, Huroko discovered himself endowed with extraordinary abilities, surpassing the boundaries of mortal limitations. High-tier skills, previously unimaginable, now coursed through his serpentine being. However, amidst this newfound power and the prospect of a fresh beginning, a lingering question loomed: Would Huroko finally find solace and contentment in this unconventional second chance at life?

In a world without kindness, only the strong survive. Far from any known land, shrouded in fog, lies an ancient and isolated island—a place of breathtaking beauty and dark, hidden secrets. Towering, twisted trees reach toward the sky, their branches whispering with the wind. The shoreline glitters with light-blue waves, while eerie cries echo from the heart of the jungle. The island seems alive, a world unto itself, both alluring and dangerous.

There will be about 2 to 3 chapters per weeks starting on Monday or Tuesday. Theos Martin is a young man with a unique charm, both open-minded and socially accomplished. To those around him, he embodies a rare combination of strength, intelligence, and authenticity, qualities he hides beneath more ordinary talents: a surprising mastery of video games and an extensive knowledge of anime. But behind this facade of an ordinary boy lies a soul marked by the extraordinary. His life changes forever the day a goddess appears, revealing a truth beyond understanding: he is the destined hero chosen to confront the Demon King, a malevolent entity whose threat looms over another world. To save this mysterious universe, Theos must leave the comfort of his daily life and plunge into the unknown, leaving behind everything he knows. However, the journey to this new world does not go as planned. Theos finds himself deprived of some of his strength, in a strange and hostile environment, where reality follows none of the orderly rules of a game. He quickly realizes that this quest is about more than defeating an enemy; it will push him to discover himself and make choices that could change not only his own destiny but also that of the world he left behind. Notes : The upcoming chapters will be corrected. I'm only publishing them because it's been a while since my last update. Don't worry, the changes won't significantly impact the story. Thank you for your understanding!

What happens when reality starts to bug out and your life as you know it is flipped upside down? Anomalies that couldn't possibly exist start to pop out of nowhere. This was the exact situation Magnus found himself in after a bizarre glitch yanked him from his own universe and tossed him into another. In this new, fantastical world brimming with magic and supernatural phenomena, Magnus's unexpected arrival landed him in possession of the Command Console, a tool that seems to be able to edit almost anything. With it, Magnus creates a variety of supernatural abilities that defy all common sense, even in a world of fantasy. Whether it was one that granted him truly endless strength or the ability to create detailed simulations of reality within his own mind, anything was possible. But Magnus isn't the only instance of such logic-defying abilities. All over the world, glitches are starting to manifest in weird ways: a brick that could knock anything unconscious with a single touch, a child whose perception of the world could affect reality, or even a woman who was, inexplicably, everyone's mother—there seemed to be no rhyme or reason behind any of them. When faced with all of these chaotic elements, Magnus comes to a decision. "Alright, if these are all glitches, then I'll simply have to be the one to fix them." Release Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday. (Around 7:11 PM Eastern Standard Time) - This novel is also being posted on Royalroad, and can be read here; https://www.royalroad.com/fiction/84118/when-fantasy-glitches The Royalroad version is 10 Chapters ahead and has the original format.

This story is about an arrogant and rude but adorable side villain who was bullied by our female protagonist the first time they meet . Although it was the side villain doing first who jumped on her but our Fl took the lead . Sian , an intersex who was an agent of secret agency, was transmigrated to the world of cultivation novel her little sister was reading. Sian was transmigrated as a noob character who was destined to die, her role was to serve the main leads , where she meet the side villain who failed her plan to live a peaceful life after her Transmigration.After the guilty night they spend , Sian agreed to the take the deal he made, side villain is rude , arrogant and evil with wicked plans, is also cute , sad and playful that Sian didn't know yet. After some twist and turns their fates took path of marriage. The female protagonist who never cared about relationship was falling in love, the side villain who was always rude and stubborn was became a cutie pie. Both took care of each other and protected each other throughout their journey while encountering other characters from the plot. Falling in love , fighting each other and reconciling. The book cover is not owned by me. The novel is of reversed couple theme contains :- Intersex FL , mpreg, reverse couple, BL. ( If you are ok with this please read , subscribe and like too) Thank you!

At City Light High School, 17-year-old Selina finds herself inexplicably drawn to Romeo Smit, the school's wealthiest and most handsome senior, who is known for being cool, calm, and somewhat aloof. Despite their vastly different social standings, Selina's fascination with Romeo deepens as their paths cross. He unexpectedly protects her from harm, revealing a glimpse of warmth beneath his icy exterior. However, Selina feels discouraged from approaching him due to their social differences. Yet, Romeo's sudden interest in her, along with his mysterious gaze, leaves Selina questioning whether there is more to their connection than meets the eye and whether their social divides can be bridged. As Selina navigates her feelings, Priscilla, the school's queen bee and Romeo's alleged girlfriend emerges as a threat, poised to destroy Selina's hopes and unravel the threads of her blossoming connection with Romeo.

The only child from a dysfunctional home. A man can be wealthy, famous, handsome and healthy. All this was true about Andrew Levis except falling in love. As rich as his father was, he was not attracted to any other female except his mother. Andrew Levis inherited the same habit from his father. He finds himself in a one night stand with Sarah Obama after a club party. The only solution to his family problems is only if he can produce a child. Andrew was trapped to get Aria pregnant, the daughter of kids Crocs company. Ariq drugged Andrew so he could get her pregnant, so it leads to marriage. Their plans were unsuccessful as Andrew mistakenly met Sarah in an hotel room while she was waiting for her fiancee to have her a month to their wedding. Sarah's boyfriend broke up with her even when they have not fully known each other, using it against her when he knew quite well she's not a cheater, all because he loves his side chic. The same greedy Aria that wants to get married to Andrew and still have extra marital affairs with Alfred. Few weeks after the one night stand Sarah discovered she's pregnant. After Sarah's discovery since the one night stand, Andrew proposed to her. "Please marry me, make me the happiest man in earth and let's help each other get revenge. Find out what happens next?

As the title says, the story of the first necromancer, telling how he created it, developed and used as he pleased

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In a world where people wield powers shaped by their beliefs, a time manipulator, young Clarence De Cassell has been raised by Tesseris, the Lady of Time, after losing his parents in a devastating war. With a unique affinity for time, he finds comfort in the ticking of clocks while navigating his life alongside his best friend Rosie, who embodies the Concept of Guidance. As whispers of conflict swirl around him and the remnants of a secret organization are discovered, Clarence embarks on a journey to discover the hidden truth. He must confront the shadows of his past, uncover the truth behind the war, and decide his own fate in a world on the brink of chaos. With time running out, will he find the strength to change the course of his life and protect the realms?

Being a high-school student, Agus' only goal was to get good grades and get into university. However, a teleportation accident brought him, his schoolmates, and his teachers to a different world. Transported into a dungeon in a magical world, he found himself in a cave dungeon, facing against monsters in a deadly battle of survival. What's worse, the people with him only seem to drag him down.

At Redwood University, where shadows of the past and secrets of the present collide, life is anything but ordinary. Riya Kapoor came to the U.S. to escape the suffocating life she left behind in Mumbai-a life of broken promises and painful betrayals. At Redwood, she's determined to focus on her future, not love. But things don't go as planned when she finds herself caught between two powerful and dangerous men. Zane Holloway, the quiet and brooding musician, is haunted by a past that keeps creeping back into his life. He never thought he'd care about anyone, but something about Riya draws him in-a feeling he can't shake, no matter how hard he tries. Then there's Logan Cruz-Redwood's notorious bad boy. Charismatic, ruthless, and used to getting what he wants. From the moment he lays eyes on Riya, he's determined to make her his. But behind his charm lies a darker side, and Riya isn't sure whether she can trust him. As secrets are revealed, lies exposed, and emotions ignite, Riya finds herself at the center of a dangerous game-one where hearts, lives, and futures are at stake. In a world where everyone wears masks, Riya must decide who she can trust and where her heart truly belongs. Will she fall for Zane's quiet intensity or be swept away by Logan's dangerous allure? Or will the truth tear everything apart? In this explosive story of love, betrayal, and redemption, expectations are shattered and no one is who they seem.

Follow Frey, a typical nobody in our present world. As he experience his daily life blast away, never to return the same. Technology fades as magical skills claims its place. Being the first to ever come in contact with mana, and thereby obtain a skill, he will get a head start. To face the troubles awaiting in a changing world. He will journey to the far side of the earth, searching for his reason to live.

A mourning teenager finds a mysterious app on her phone that can cause massive chaos and destruction of all kinds. She soon discovers that she has to use the app in 3 days or she dies. Will curiosity turn into an obsession? Will she want to change her world or destroy it?

A Boring Life. Mundane. Corny. Cheesy. Secrets. Repeat. And... That's it.

A weak demon lord is born and is treated miserably by his family and people, finds a lover that betrays him making him raged with anger and becoming the strongest Demon lord for revenge. Will he find her again and get revenge or will love her again?

When Mountains Fall is a collection of stories created by my increasingly troubled mind.

In the vibrant city of Tokyo, two teenagers from different worlds collide. Kaito Yamato, a high school student with a secret life as a feared gangster, and Sakura Nakahara, a privileged philanthropist struggling to cope with her mother's loss, engage in a fierce rivalry. As their paths continue to cross, the lines between enemy and acquaintance blur, revealing glimpses of their inner struggles and personal growth. But when their lives become inextricably linked, they must confront their own demons and learn to see each other in a different light. Will their initial animosity blossom into love, or will their scars tear them apart? Dive into the world of this novel to explore themes of love, redemption, and self-discovery in this gripping tale of two teenagers navigating the complexities of their worlds and their own hearts. read and support 3>

Death is a promise always kept. It is not a deal that can be bargained with. Death cannot be persuaded. When the clock stops ticking, that's it, you're done. "The Beast of Howlure Hill has flesh like blue ice and teeth as white as frost. The Beast of Howlure Hill is a wolf that can stand like a man. The Beast of Howlure Hill wears an imperishable collar that controls him. But who is his master? The Beast of Howlure Hill has captivating eyes and a melodious voice he uses to lure dames to their death. The Beast of Howlure lives in a mansion surrounded by a labyrinthine on a hill far from the towns hidden in the woods dark and dreary. He is a wolf draped in midnight, forever prowling his keep under the gaze of an eternal full moon."

Marina Pierce a straightforward American girl, is trying to carve her path in and life finds herself in many unfortunate situations. The cause of her recent troubles the gorgeous tourist named Shin TaeWoo who might also be a famous K-Idol on an American tour and who also might be her new roommate. Will love be able to reach these two from completely different worlds, or will it be lost in translation.

Afraid of the light, addicted to blood, and immortal… When Ke Lin transmigrated to this world, he realized that he seemed to fit all the characteristics of vampires. But the problem is, he couldn’t find any records about vampires in this world! Could it be that he is the first-ever vampire in this world? He had no predecessors to guide him. And there was no system to help him. In order to understand the powers and limitations of vampires in this world, Ke Lin had no choice but conduct experiments on himself and observe the reactions of his body: [Under direct sunlight, power levels decreased by 30%] [Throat, heart, and brain are no longer fatal weaknesses] [Ordinary foods will no longer satiate hunger, only blood can restore stamina] [Holy water… wait what? Who fed me holy water!!!

Wanna escape reality? Yeah, I got nothin' of that. Not a fan of romance nor fantasy, just someone who wants to write something depressing— Hey, if I'm miserable, you should too. So here's the story of how I died— yep, major spoiler. Yes, I'm narrating my own story, so what? I'm also gonna talk shit about myself, yeah... Who does that? Me, beyotch. I have a love and hate relationship with myself. My story is like a rollercoaster ride— cliche isn't it? Probably. If you want to cry, and then laugh afterwards like an idiot or someone who spent their whole day scrolling on TikTok with different context, you'll probably like this. I was never abused when I was a kid— you might be asking "Hm, how is this a depressing story if the main character was never abused when she was a kid?"— First of all, that's horrible, (Hulk, 2022). I mean, you guys expecting a literal kid to experience shit. Second, that's not the only thing you should expect. As I grew up, I thought "Damn, what a bummer, I've been looking forward to being an adult... lay around, do nothing, stare at the ceiling, and become a freeloader."— I realized that is the literal definition of someone who's diagnosed with depression or some other mental disorder or just lazy af. I was hit by Reality driving a bulldozer. I lost everything because of a huge mistake. I want it back... I want it all back. I want my life back but there's nothing I can do now. Looking back, I think I should've been nicer to everyone... but maybe it's for the better, since I'm already dead, they're not gonna have a hard time moving on from losing me since I'm a piece of shit. Do you still want to read this? Oh, no, it will not end with me dying. Wanna find out the ending of this? Yeah, me too. Sit back, relax, and read.

# INVESTMENT Luo Feng was reborn back in his high school years. From the start, he acquired the Return On Investment System. [Invest in this coffee shop and you will be able to open many branches in the future. It has an ROI of 100%.] [Invest in Bitcoins and the price will skyrocket in the future. It has an ROI of 10,000%.] [Invest in the cute girl who is the deskmate in class and she will become your wife in the future. It has an ROI of infinity.] Luo Feng decisively chose to invest in his future wife. … Many years later, during a press conference, a reporter asked, “Mr. Luo, your White River Investment Company has surpassed Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs, becoming the most famous investment management company. In your opinion, what is the most successful investment you have made in your life?” Luo Feng looked at his wife fondly as he replied, “Don’t ask me. I just live off my wife.”