Fade

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.

Anna's world was crumbling. Her mother's life was fading away, and the medical bills were choking her. In desperation, she made a decision that would cost her a lifetime: a decision to become a baby mama for the wealthy and jerky Adams Winthrop. Adams, the sole heir of the Winthrop Fashion Empire, needed an heir to secure his inheritance. But with his playboy lifestyle and lack of interest in commitment, finding a willing partner seemed impossible. That was until he laid eyes on Anna at the clubhouse. She was in dire need of cash, and he needed a baby. It was a match made of convenience, not love, or so they thought. As the months went by, Anna found herself falling head over heels for the charming and captivating Adams. But could she truly fall for a man who only wanted her for her womb?

The doctor's frantic shouts faded into a muffled blur. Then, nothing. I thought I was dead. But… pain? I felt pain! My eyes jolted open, taking in the unfamiliar yet strangely familiar room. "Weird, where am I?" An interface blinked to life before me: [You are blessed by destiny.] [You have gained access to the system.] [Loading 1%... 2%... 3%... 100%] [Accessing memories of previous owner] Memories flooded my mind—someone else's life, someone else's secrets, leaving me reeling with confusion and a strange sense of displacement. Wait, this person is... an Extra?! [System activated] [Objective: Conquer the Ascension Tower]. What did "blessed by destiny" even mean, and what was the Ascension Tower?

In a world where Science meets the Arcane, a time where the surreal bridges upon the factual, an Era in which the physical and metaphysical unify against one common threat. This threat can be seen anywhere, from outside the cottage of a man who struggles with his own isolation, shouting "I cannot be taken yet, for hope has not deserted me!!!" or in the tranquil embrace of nature, where a young man lives among the roots and vines thinking "The Mother of Roots will surely save me", only to find themselves vanished anyhow. Whether meek or the pinnacle of excellence all seems to fade when the "Outers" walk the soils. Explore the world of Alter-Grey in all its facets and uncover mysteries beyond comprehension, knowledge so pure that you might as well be fiction in its suffocating truths, sometimes curiosity is not sated only to kill the cat, but instead uses it to unravel everything. So I ask you this, are you curious enough to brave the Outer? Are you strange to the ways of man or are you mundane? either way I suppose it doesn't really matter. Join a select few Astrals on this journey and see how far the strings of fate take you.

The unscrupulous system descended from the heavens, bringing Fang Xuan to the Tianxuan Continent, but in the body of the dying heir, Ye Yu. To its dismay, the system soon realized it had bound itself to the wrong host. Just as it prepared to abandon Fang Xuan within Ye Yu's fading body, the system, with a lingering trace of conscience, granted Ye Yu an unbinding gift package before departing. As a result, Fang Xuan, now inhabiting Ye Yu’s body, became invincible...

Through out the passage of time humanity has told stories about mythologies. The concept about them being fiction is keeping us from being constantly scared. What if these mythologies become a reality? Blood of the Ancients a story about survival, courage, and how that once line from fiction to reality is fading. As Yves navigates the world overruled by mythological beings, he must uncover the secrets of the past, confront his deepest fears, and find strength to fight for a future where humanity will rise again from the ashes. Can humanity even raise from the bottom of the food chain? Who are the new heroes that will bring this change? Will Yves get to the truth?

-I could hurt them. I could kill them all, but not you. If it were up to me, you'd never see a drop of your own blood again.– *** Destiny is an unpredictable force that no one can control. This is especially true for Tyler, a homeless omega who lives in shelters and works odd jobs to get by. When a rogue Alpha attempts to kill him, Tyler's life takes a turn for the worse. However, things get even more complicated when Sasha, an Alpha, and powerful figure in the mafia, takes an interest in him. Despite Tyler's reservations, he is forced into an arrangement with Sasha, and over time his initial distrust begins to fade. But their relationship is tested when the rogue Alpha reappears, revealing secrets that threaten to tear them apart. Caught in the middle, Tyler and Sasha must choose between confronting the demons of their past or risking everything they've built together.

Ein was a hitman on hire. A killer, a shadow, a death with insomnia, if you may. He had witnessed countless pairs of eyes dim as the light of life faded, leaving nothing but vile hollowness. Needless to say, the sight of a soul popping out of the dead body was a first. And it wasn't just any soul. It was the dead heir of Byers Holdings, the same guy he killed with his own hands. Turns out the rich boy Adriel had a horribly irritating and loud soul, but worst of it all - impossible to get rid of. Who would have thought that killing on a blue moon night could lead to being haunted?

Mia's been living in the orphanage for years now, with only her friend, Vin, to call family. Until an unfortunate event took him away from her and the only light in her life faded away. One day, he appeared in her dream. But was he really the Vin she used to know...?

When five souls, bound by loyalty and sacrifice, awaken in a new world, their past lives are but fragments of memory. Found as infants beneath the fading gaze of an ancient god, they bear marks of divine purpose—a gift, or perhaps a curse. Raised in a world of prejudice and peril, their connection will be their greatest strength as they navigate a fractured land ruled by the whims of new gods and ancient monsters. Together, they must uncover the truth behind their marks, their bond, and the cost of their reincarnation. But in a world where even the gods have forsaken their promises, the path forward is as treacherous as the bond that ties them. Their journey is not just one of survival—it is a fight to reclaim their place in a world that seeks to tear them apart.

Laying in a pool of his blood, Bruno's life flashes before his eyes. In those flashes, he remembered how he started his criminal life. It all started with him trying to earn enough for his single mother to not worry financially about him and his younger brother. Wanting more and greed, eventually led Bruno to become one of the biggest drug dealers in the United States. Becoming too big for his own good, Bruno was eventually caught and put in prison. He was not safe in prison because he had many enemies in the criminal world. Bruno lying in the pool of his blood with many shanks stuck inside of him, was dying. As his vision faded to black, Bruno opened his eyes to a new world.

This is more of a one shot chapter. im thinking about writing more of this story, but as of right now, its slow going. === War. its the one thing that will never fade. Thalion has seen enough war for multiple lifetimes, but as the Champion of his Goddess, Valrava, he is the living incarnation of his Goddesses will. And now, he must once more fulfill his duty as the Champion of War.

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

Shiba Hikigaya, the protagonist of the story, upon entering the top school in all of Japan, soon discovers that a student is murdering other students at the school. As the events unfold, Shiba’s missing fragments begin to resurface, and his grey side starts to fade, hinting at something darker within him. With the help of Lisa, a girl he met on a bus, and Liharu, a guy he met at a urinal, they begin working together as anonymous investigators. They communicate only through social media, with no knowledge of each other’s real identities. In school, they are just friends, but online, they have become the most searched anonymous investigators by the government of Japan.

A lost soul, trapped in a realm of despair and searching for redemption, embarks on a transformative journey.

After the tragic murder of your lover Vex Grahenson, you were left to pick up the pieces of a shattered life. As you grappled with grief and despair, the once vibrant world around you seemed to fade away into darkness. But one fateful night during your usual visit to his grave, something strange and miraculous happened that would change everything.

Multiverse, a well-known concept all are familiar with. Everyone has that thought of seeing a different version of the world one lives in. How would the people look there? What ideas do they have and follow? What is the main difference? Such a foolish notion, the grass is not necessarily greener on the other side. We didn’t ask for this yet reality itself seemed to have different plans. Disclamier all cover art is not mine just artwork mostly closely related to my stories.

Andrea’s life changes the moment she meets Joe, her devastatingly handsome gym instructor. With his irresistible charm and sculpted body, he becomes the center of her fantasies, a desire she can’t control. She thought she could keep it a secret—until Joe disappears, leaving her heart aching and her thoughts consumed. Months later, Andrea walks through her front door, only to face the unimaginable: Joe is back, standing beside her mom, smiling as her new fiancé. The man Andrea craved is now the man she must call family. What begins as awkward glances and lingering tension quickly spirals into something darker. Andrea is caught between her forbidden longing and the fear of destroying her family. Every encounter with Joe becomes a test of control, but her feelings refuse to fade. Will Andrea bury her desires and protect the people she loves, or will the pull of temptation lead to a secret that could shatter everything?

Revered deities who once guided and protected Unia have vanished, plunging the world into unprecedented chaos. As mortals accustomed to divine oversight struggle to adapt, a swarm of destructive creatures emerges, threatening to ravage this once harmonious world. Unia's fading hope rests in a small, vulnerable heart, the last bearer of a divine lineage. To love or despise, to betray or protect, to kill or to sacrifice for this heart—the fate of the world hinges on the decisions of those surrounding it.

In the Land of Light, magick was a paradoxical force: an intrinsic part of the world yet reviled and forbidden. It was a taboo so entrenched that children born with magick were often hidden, ostracized, or worse, in the name of purity. In stark contrast, the Shadow Realm viewed magick as a cherished and precious art, even as its power waned. While magick thrived in secrecy or peril in the Land of Light, it was celebrated and preserved as a fading but sacred tradition across the border. This dichotomy set the stage for a tale of conflict, resilience, and the value of magick in a divided world.

Legends and myths, darkness and light, endless tales flow through this ancient portal. Gazing upon the Star Gate, blood gleams in the sky and on the earth, and darkness will eventually fade away! CAUTION CHINESE ROMANCE, I'M JUST TRANSLATING

As the last of the mist was expelled from her lips the man holding onto her stiffened further. He could only watch on helplessly as her silver eyes that used to glower at him with disdain slowly dim. His hands quiver out of despair and helplessness. "Wang Lan Biyu, keep your eyes on me. Do not fade away yet, do you hear me? I don't permit you to die!" The woman's pale face splashed with bits of blood rose into a weak disdainful smile. "You-*gasp..still want *gasp to act better than me..in the end*cough-" His eyes redden as another splash of red covers her pale lips. "Lan Biyu..." "-Chuanli*cough my guqin from master,...you hold onto it for me...ok?" Her last sentence was a faint weak whisper before her eyes flutter close shaking his heart and rattling his mind. "Lan Biyu!" ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ -Please be civilized and don't steal my cover as your own.

*"Ended in Tears"* is a story of heartache, healing, and the unrelenting pull of a love that never truly fades. It’s a journey through the complexities of relationships, the impact of time on the heart, and whether second chances are ever truly possible.

Adrian lived a charmed life, his extraordinary fortune shielding him and his sister, Evelyn, from hardship. Evelyn, however, carried the opposite fate—plagued by misfortune and self-loathing. Their fragile balance shattered when Adrian encountered a mysterious being who claimed to know the truth behind their fates. Adrian’s luck began to fade, and Evelyn was abducted by the enigmatic figure. Desperate to save her, Adrian embarked on a perilous journey through a shadowy realm where luck no longer favored him. Stripped of his fortune, he had to rely on courage, intellect, and the kindness of strangers. Along the way, Adrian uncovered a dark truth: his fortune had come at Evelyn’s expense, manipulated by the being to create imbalance. Determined to make things right, Adrian confronted the entity, risking everything to save his sister and free them both.

In a world where the echoes of a forgotten civilization linger, Ichika, a young boy with the soul of an old man, discovers his unique abilities during a mysterious "God Blessing." But his awakening is far from peaceful. Haunted by a chilling vision and plagued by a strange sense of déjà vu, Ichika embarks on a perilous journey of self-discovery. Guided by his fiercely protective older sister, Ichika grapples with the weight of his past life and the uncertainties of his new reality. As he navigates the dangers of a world shrouded in mystery, he must confront the lingering trauma of his "God Blessing" and unlock the secrets of his past, all while forging a deeper connection with his sister and the world around him. This coming-of-age fantasy blends elements of magical realism with poignant reflections on loss, family, and the enduring power of human connection.

After a long, monotonous day at work, a man finds himself the victim of a brutal robbery, killed in the middle of the street. As his life fades away, a mysterious voice echoes in his mind, announcing his reincarnation into a new life. He awakens in an unknown, hostile world, transformed into a Voidling a pitch black, slime like creature. Follow his adventures in this strange world.

[Shadow Slave Fanfiction] To bear the weight of endings is to carry the hush before the storm’s final breath, to cradle the silence that lingers when the last note of a song fades away. It is to walk among ruins, knowing they are not beginnings, but echoes of what was—and what may never be again. To hold such power is not to wield creation, but to carve paths through the marrow of existence, to sever threads that were once tightly bound and scatter them to the winds, unweaving the fabric of what once was. It is a burden both solemn and vast, to touch the fragile balance between presence and absence. And yet, in every fracture, in every final note, there lies the faintest whisper of something waiting to begin— a truth that can only bloom from the ashes of its ending.

(18+) The Demon King is defeated. For 500 years, the world has known peace. However, the three heroes who saved the world mysteriously vanished after the climactic battle. A governing body known as the Merchant's Guild sponsors the now-booming trade industry. Those who hold a distinguished place among their ranks are called 'Trader Kings'. Now, the three heroes are a fading legend passed down from generation to generation, with the world now ready to stand on its own two legs. This is the story of a simple trader's journey across that world.

Fade was a legendary assassin that could kill just about anyone, as long as the price was right and the reason was just. One day as he was reminiscing about his life when he lost someone important, he fell asleep. When he woke up he was in a weird place, a different body, a different world.