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In a forgotten corner of a vampire-ruled world, sixteen-year-old Elira, a quiet shepherd girl, lives a simple life among the hills her days filled with tending sheep, caring for her younger sister Lilin, and sharing soft-spoken moments with Nicholas, the nobleman’s son and her father’s old friend’s child. What blooms between Elira and Nicholas is young love: gentle, hesitant, and pure, untouched by the brutal world beyond their valley. But their peace is short-lived. Each spring, the vampires demand a Blood Tax; a girl from each village is offered to serve at the estate of a vampire lord. When the cruel hand of fate comes knocking, Elira’s name is chosen. Though the lord originally asked for her younger sister, her stepmother—driven by jealousy and self-interest—manipulates her father, Mr. Smith, into sending Elira instead. The choice is cemented when Elira learns her father owes a blood debt to the lord, forcing her to serve not for one year, but for several. Torn from her home, her love, and her dreams, Elira is taken to the vampire’s cold, towering estate where she is kept alive solely for her blood. She is neither harmed nor seduced, but her life is drained slowly—physically and emotionally—under strict rules, cruel servants, and a master whose gaze grows darker with time. As Elira struggles to survive the punishing routine, small mercies shine through: the kindness of a quiet housemaid, a secret song hummed at night, and memories of Nicholas that keep her soul intact. But when a mysterious northern vampire lord attends a decadent party and sees Elira, he recognises something in her eyes, something that stirs memories of a girl he once saved from drowning. She is not for sale… yet he is not a man who is easily denied. A deal is struck in secret. And Elira’s fate takes a darker, more dangerous turn—away from one vampire’s estate and into the chilling unknown of another lord’s domain. A story of love, sacrifice, betrayal, and quiet rebellion, a tithe of blood, a bloom of love explores the strength of a young girl forced to grow up too soon, and a romance that dares to survive in a world ruled by monsters.

Seventeen-year-old Joren never asked to be touched by the divine, but when a strange voice pulls him to the long-lost Supernova Portrait, his life changes forever. Now marked as an Auspex, one of the rare and dangerous few gifted with godlike powers, Joren is thrown into a world of hunters, hidden guilds, and ancient forces awakening once again. Auspex are feared, exploited, and hunted. Some change the world, others destroy it. With powers he barely understands and enemies already closing in, Joren must decide what kind of Auspex he will become… before the choice is taken from him. In a world where power is both a blessing and a curse, one boy’s journey could shift the balance of fate itself.

David was a normal boy just living his life when he had an accident at a young age that changed his life forever. Years after, he gained the power to transform into anything he wishes for as long as it doesn’t transcend the limits of his normal body. With this ability, he decides to change the course of his life but before he is able to do anything, the whole world begins to change with the composition of the Earth shifting drastically and everything on the planets begin to perish while those surviving gradually mutate to become accustomed to the new ecosystem. In this new Era, the humans have to engage in a battle for survival against other beasts that have grown to become calamities capable of taking on the human army single-handedly and the only ones able to contend against them are the mutants. David finds himself amidst this chaos with a power that seems to be the solution to the calamity but also with a drawback just as fatal as it.

They called it The Rot. An insidious plague that crept into every corner of Santa Catha, dragging the lives of its people into ruin. Fear and despair ruled the hearts of those who had not yet succumbed, as the sickness slipped through the streets like the shadow of an eclipse—slow, relentless, and suffocating. Yet the faith of the townspeople endured, upheld by the king’s promise: the arrival of brave doctors who would pull them back from the brink of damnation. But with each passing day, the line between hope and resignation blurred, as Santa Catha sank deeper into a desperate struggle against the darkness that devoured and rotted its people from within.

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'MICHAEL KINGSTON' The very name resonated with a multitude of meanings, each as potent and distinct as the individuals who uttered it. To some, he was the towering figure of a great general in the United States Army, a master strategist who shaped the battlefields of his time. To others, he was a beacon, a leader who inspired and guided the masses. In the world of commerce, Michael Kingston was spoken of in hushed, awestruck tones – the greatest businessman the world had ever witnessed. He was a paradox, a man who embodied both the gentle virtues of righteousness and kindness, and the stark, unwavering force of ruthlessness when the occasion demanded. Respect and fear walked hand-in-hand in his wake. Such was his influence that, for much of the 20th century, the trajectory of the world itself seemed to bend to his will. This is the extraordinary life of the great Michael Kingston. Note: Real life historical politicians, actors and actresses will be included in the story.

[AI Art for Most of the Main Cast will be Uploaded in P@treon and some Preview Pics in Webnovel.] (AI Art for Christine in Cover Picture.[My Creation]) ~~ 6 Times a Day (6TaD) is a story centers around a male high school student named Alan Plummer, who starts off as an awkward young man. Unbeknownst to him, his mother's best friend and neighbor lusts after him and concocts a phony medical diagnosis that requires him to have six orgasms a day, in order to seduce him. Things don't go quite as she plans and a chain of events and circumstances results in an increasing number of gorgeous women finding themselves 'helping' him with his "medical treatments." **Not my Own Novel, but found on SPACER X Website which is down nowadays.. thus i am re-editing and re-posting this novel which i have greatly enjoyed..If the Original Author wants to take down this publication, pls pm me at chufeng.a@gmail.com** Otherwise Have Fun Reading this Novel you Bit$$es. Since i am editing this you expect a good update speed.. ------------ TAGS: HAREM, INCEST, TEACHER, NURSE, SEDUCTION, NTR (The Old Novel had some but I am dedicated to REMOVE them, If you find some which I missed, please mention the CHAPTER NO), SlowBurn ------------ Edit: Small amount of netorare has been mentioned by the readers, which the team is looking into, we haven't crossed that threshold,IF THERE IS NETORARE, THEN Read at your own risk, as it mostly woman seducing her son[ Acording to the readers, and i am not pushing myself to read ahead as it time consuming and not worth it] . If you are not into this categories, THIS IS A FREE NOVEL I AM PUBLISHING DURING MY FREE TIME, NOBODY IS FUCKIN FORCING YOU TO READ THIS NOVEL, SO STOP FUCKING GIVING 1 STAR REVIEWS WHEN I HAVE CLEARLY MENTIONED THE TAGS AND STORYLINE YOU FUCKIN IDIOTS.. P.S Thanks for all the Loyal Readers who have followed this novel from the beginning........Much Love...!! **/////////////////////////////** Please consider Donating however much you can to support me to keep this novel going. Every Little Donation counts. Other Works: Detective Conan: Harem begins with Kisaki Eri One Piece: Conquest of Love and Power ----------------------------- patreon.com/SnakeEmpress paypal.me/SnakeEmpress buymeacoffee.com/snakeempress [Consider becoming a P@treon and enjoy a minimum of 100+ chapters ahead.] **/////////////////////////////**

When Julia Harrow arrives at Blackwood Hall after the sudden death of her cousin, she expects mourning, a will, and polite condolences. But from the moment she steps through the iron gates, nothing feels right. The house is too quiet. The air too thick. And the man who now owns it—Alistair Blackwood—is as devastating as he is unreadable. Secrets pulse behind every locked door. Shadows move when no one is near. And the scent of her cousin still lingers in the halls, clinging like a warning. Drawn into a world of velvet lies and dangerous charm, Julia begins to lose time, lose trust, lose herself. Dreams bleed into reality. Passion turns to poison. And as desire tangles with dread, one question haunts her every breath: Did she come here by choice… or was she summoned? The Portrait of Lady Marian is a lush, slow-burning descent into madness, obsession, and a love story that should never have happened. Sinister, sensual, and dripping in dread, this is not a tale you read— it’s one you survive.

*He claimed me as his mate... but I never wanted him.* Lucia’s life was supposed to be simple, a career she loved, a man she adored, and a future she chose. But when the ruthless Alpha Kaiden marked her without consent, her entire world turned upside down. Now trapped in a gilded cage as his unwilling wife, Lucia is determined to escape. Again. And again. And again. No matter how many times Kaiden drags her back, no matter how fiercely he declares she belongs to him, she won’t stop running. But Kaiden isn’t the only one hiding secrets. And as danger closes in from the shadows, Lucia must decide: will she keep fighting her fate… or will love catch her first?

Feng Xiaoyi is the fairy princess who fell in love with a handsome boy she saved. When war came, Feng Xiaoyi got to know that Lu Yi, the boy she saved was a devil and only met her because he wanted to infiltrate their kingdom. Feng Xiaoyi was torn because love and betrayal. Lu Yi infiltrate the fairy kingdom as a spy but fell in love with the fairy princess. It was a forbidden love but he couldn't stop it. Which choice will Feng Xiaoyi choose, to forgive or to revenge. Read to find out.

Five heroes from different countries came together to conquer a villain named MALACODA (Garma) who was resurrected and hired by Erebus, the emperor. Erebus promised him immortality and power to rule as king on earth. Malacoda instructed three servants to announce his arrival on earth and gave the planet two weeks to decide who they want to worship. After two weeks, Malacoda was defeated by those five heroes and Erebus was disappointed.

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Humanity's end came without warning when a crimson fog swallowed the sky. Zhao, an ordinary man, watched in horror as a celestial voice declared their fate: their Planet had reached its limit, and its people would now atone for their sins. An otherworldly force crushed resistance, and in an instant, every human was teleported to the Central Land, a vast and hostile realm. The voice from the heavens promised trials that would shatter their wills, but also power beyond imagination for the fortunate. Only those blessed by luck would awaken unique Lord Talents, granting them the means to survive and dominate: In a world where strength lies supreme Zhao will do whatever it takes to get stronger. Zhao awoke in an isolated area near a forest. As despair set in, a voice echoed in his mind: Ding… Million Times Multiplier System has been activated. Just as the rest of the players had known of the world Zhou's subjects were clearing out every resource. When others were building their base he had built a kingdom. And by the time they knew of his threat, HE HAD ALRDY BECOME GOD!

Zhu Yunyun was reborn an orphan in the great Chu empire, and owns a bar in the capital city. With her rebirth came a system that could see the information of the people she laid eyes on. Due to the lack of power that woman held, Zhu Yuyun decided to cut her hair even though it was frowned upon, and style herself up and tried her best to appear as a boy. Little to her knowledge, her short hair and masculine appearance attracted bees and butterflies around the capital, and even the princes were not spared! Crown Prince: Yunyun, be my Crown Princess! Zhu Yunyun: No thanks! But here’s a drink.

It's the year 3045 and the entire world is shrouded in a deadly fog. To escape its grasp, people flocked to New York where the fog couldn't penetrate. Unbeknownst to them, a sinister presence lurked in the once bustling city. In this morally grey society, cunning, influence, and aspirations dictate this shattered world. With a diverse group of characters each pursuing their own ambitions, there is a variety of personalities to connect with as their narratives unravel, leading to an inevitable conclusion.

Kevin, was a young man that was struggling after finishing his university education. He worked wherever there was an opportunity, while trying to look for a job. One day, he experiences something that will change his life entirely, together with that of those that were close to him. During one of his ventures, when he was working at a construction site, an earthquake erupted from nowhere, leading to the collapse of the building that was still undergoing construction. But that was not all, just as Kevin was running for his life, the earth suddenly split open, and he was swallowed into the ground. But as he thought that he was going to die, he found himself in a white space. He was not sure about what was going on, but in the next moment, a holographic screen appeared in front of him. And with that, several prompts followed. [System binding completed.] [System activating… System activated.] [Welcome to the 10 Times Multiplier System.] And just like that, Kevin’s life changed entirely….

On the stormiest night the city had ever known, tragedy struck, leaving Darius Hartwell—a young, successful businessman—shattered. The love of his life was taken from him in an instant, leaving him to pick up the pieces for the sake of his six-year-old daughter. Haunted by the ghosts of his past, Darius has little room for anything beyond duty and grief. That is until Amara, a spirited and unconventional woman, stumbles into his life. With her infectious laughter and an uncanny ability to see through his carefully constructed walls, she begins to awaken something in him he thought was lost forever—hope. But love isn’t easy when the scars of loss and the shadows of self-doubt linger. In a story of second chances, The Call of Tomorrow invites readers on a journey through heartbreak, healing, and the kind of love that dares to dream of a brighter future. When two broken souls collide, will they have the courage to face their fears and answer the call of tomorrow? Or will the weight of the past prove too heavy to overcome? Dive into this moving tale of love, resilience, and the unyielding power of the human heart to find light, even in the darkest of nights.

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What is the experience of owning a modern high-tech base at the end of the day? The zombies were rampant, the strange beasts roared, and countless people couldn’t solve the problem of food and clothing, but Ye Chu’s base was peaceful day by day and sang song every night. Want to occupy my base? First ask the ancient warrior plus the evolutionary spirit warrior. Or, try a variety of monsters with different animal combinations. When one day Ye Chu discovered that the source of the virus was an energy of alien civilization, Ye Chu had the idea to expand the base to aliens.

The world has plunged into an apocalypse, and humans have shrunk in size. Houses now resemble towering skyscrapers, tables and chairs seem like massive structures, c*ckroaches are like speedy sports cars, and mice appear as gigantic beasts. Industries have collapsed, and agriculture lies abandoned. The question arises: can civilization endure, and can humanity reclaim its position at the top of the food chain? Survival, exploration, hunting, construction, farming, and the quest for dominance ensue. Chen Mu wakes up in the classroom, picking up a half-broken staple from the ground, gazing at this vast new world…

it was a normal day like any other, and that was until it turned into hell. A star fell on the earth and creatures called metroid emerged from it and devoured the humanity leaving only the 40% of it. humanity's struggle to to survive continued leading in advancement in technology to overcome the difference in strength and power and resulted in the orgnization of saviours those who fought againt the metriods, they were called sentinels.

Rickie Rivers is 19 y.o girl somewhat confident in herself,but loses that confidence in front of people She wants to be known around the world,without anyone knowing about her She is weird She wants to share her ideas to thousands of people But she would most likely go hide in forest if thousands if people knew about her She makes a anonymous blog for fashion designs and modeling career,and starts to post her outfit ideas,while modeling She chooses her name to be Penny(She LOVES GIRLONLINE by Zoe) Username:@thiszpennyfromny And starts her new journey While in her real life,she is still stuck on that guy

Jesus love your children a little too much guys cuz he's not Jesus just FYI this is the ugly f****** truth and it's going to get uglier because they won't stop changing my appearance in your f***** off eyeballs okay great thanks! as good as I was to you this is the thanks I f****** get you fake my life you fake my death you try to kill my children my family and yes fake all of them as well! u fucking rapist! stop!

the story of a average man who become something impossible. this story is just a wishfully story nothing special and I am just a novice this work is for practice thank you.

Aryan can go to the past. So he tried to save his Love Sonia over and over. But every time he tries to change, he fails. Will he succeed? It's a journey of Aryan to save his love.