A Frolic Of Ones Own

He wakes up every day as a cold, ruthless man. He commands respect, power, and wealth-but deep inside, he knows something is wrong. There are no memories before the age of 27, no emotions to guide him, and no past to call his own. Then she enters his life. A woman from a world he doesn't remember, yet her presence stirs something buried deep within him. She is strong, independent, and unshaken by his power. As hidden truths unravel, he discovers a horrifying secret: the reflection in the mirror isn't just a trick of the light; it's a shadow of the man he was never meant to be. And the real owner of his body? He's watching, waiting... ready to reclaim what was stolen. In a world of deception, revenge, and a love tangled in the threads of fate...

Alex, a high school student struggling to cope with recurring nightmares and a prosthetic limb, begins their first day at a new school. After a chance encounter with Jaden, a friendly student, Alex discovers a mysterious ancient book that seems to hum with an otherworldly energy. As Alex delves deeper into the mystery of the book, they experience strange and terrifying occurrences that blur the lines between reality and the supernatural. With the help of Jaden and his friend Nkosi, Alex must navigate the dark forces closing in around them and uncover the truth about the mysterious book.

In the glittering, snake-infested court of Ignis, where power was a double-edged sword and loyalty a rare gem, Selanthia Amaris Nyxveil stood as a legend cloaked in infamy. Known by many names—*The Hound of the Emperor*, **The Cursed Sword*, **The Witch of Nyxveil*, and *The Abandoned One*—she was a weapon forged by duty and sharpened by betrayal. For forty long years, she served as the Emperor’s blade, cutting down threats to the throne with ruthless precision. Yet, behind the cold steel and the icy gaze, Selanthia harbored no love for the crown or the vipers who surrounded it. She was a woman bound by fate, not choice. At 48, weary of the endless machinations of the court, Selanthia chose to retire. With no family to call her own, she left behind the gilded cage of Ignis for the simplicity of the countryside. Her dreams were modest: to bake sweet treats, tend to chickens, lose herself in books she’d never had time to read, and find solace in the quiet rhythm of church prayers. A peaceful, ordinary life—a stark contrast to the blood-stained path she had walked for decades. But fate, it seemed, had other plans. Just 28 hours into her newfound tranquility, Selanthia’s life was brutally cut short. Poisoned and attacked in the dead of night, she breathed her last beneath a cold, uncaring sky. Her final thoughts were not of vengeance or regret for the life she had led, but of the life she had never known. She wished for love, for a kind and handsome partner, for children whose laughter might have filled the void in her heart. She wished she had never taken up the sword, that she might have written a different ending to her tale. Yet, death was not the end. Selanthia awoke not in the afterlife but in a world both familiar and strange. Perched high in a cherry blossom tree, she was greeted by the voice of Rina, her long-dead confidante. Now, thrust into a bewildering new reality, Selanthia must unravel the threads of this strange second chance. Is this a cruel jest of the gods, a dream spun from her dying regrets, or something far more sinister? And why, of all people, THAT MAN—who disappeared without a word— is acting all weird? As the petals of the cherry blossoms fall around her, Selanthia finds herself caught in a web of mystery, romance, and perhaps, redemption. But in this enchanted new life, where nothing is as it seems, can she unravel the twist of life brought forward by THAT MAN? Or will the shadows of her past rise to claim her once more?

Alex, a commoner in a world where cultivation, magic and sword are prevalent. He, with no talent, owns an average store but this store is not ordinary as it seems. Follow Alex and his carefree life as his peers are adventuring for fortunes or striving for power while he just laze around and accumulate wealth and immortality?

Forensic psychologist Eleanor "Ellie" Grayson is called to evaluate Jonas Blackwood, the sole survivor of a gruesome massacre linked to an occult ritual. Jonas exhibits disturbing behavior—his eyes empty, his voice shifting, and his words cryptic: “We are many. We are hollow.” At first, Ellie assumes he’s suffering from severe psychological trauma, but when a wave of unexplained violence spreads through the psychiatric hospital where he’s held, she realizes something far more sinister is at play. As Ellie investigates, she uncovers a chilling legend—The Hollow Ones. Once human, these beings have been emptied of all emotions, desires, and identities, becoming vessels for an ancient, unknowable force. The more people they consume, the stronger their presence in the world. And the more Ellie learns about them, the more they take notice of her. Soon, she begins experiencing eerie symptoms—her reflection lags in mirrors, she hears voices whispering from the shadows, and she feels her emotions dulling as if something is siphoning her very soul. Desperate for answers, she joins forces with Dr. Alistair Kincaid, an occult historian who warns that once someone is marked by the Hollow Ones, the process of hollowing out is nearly unstoppable. As Ellie fights to retain her sense of self, she discovers that Jonas Blackwood’s excavation of an ancient burial site may have unleashed the Hollow Ones once more. The entities do not kill—they spread, infecting the minds and bodies of the living, transforming them into soulless husks. Now, Ellie must race against time to stop the spread before she loses herself completely. But how do you fight something that is already inside you? And if the price of survival means sacrificing a part of her humanity, is she willing to pay it? In a chilling blend of supernatural horror and psychological suspense, The Hollow Ones is a terrifying exploration of identity, possession, and the creeping fear of losing what makes us human.

"I woke up in a fantasy world… only to realize it’s the unfinished novel I wrote, filled with plot holes, overpowered villains, and side characters I never developed. Worse? The protagonist I wrote is out to kill me. Now, I must end my own terrible writing by fixing the story, before it destroys me..." This is the story of Char, the author, as he suddenly enters his own novel, and realizes something - or someone - has been filling in the gaps left in his bad writing. Now, he's nothing more than an extra, unless he can find a way to escape the nightmare of his new reality. [Disclaimer: You might get addicted reading this story.]

Astoria spent the first half of her life creating protagonists. Rags to riches, the ring grandpa, the reincarnated expert—there wasn't a troupe she hadn't written a story about or wasn't an expert on. However, what would happen if, after an unexpected death, some mysterious force suddenly took her away from her home world and into a world of cultivation during a protagonist's awakening? A stupidly talented youth whose family was exterminated? An unknown childhood sweetheart? A black ring he was unable to take off? Even a divine spirit beast who didn't leave his shoulder?? Was Astoria brought to this new world to witness the rise of this world's child of fate? She didn't know, but with her knowledge and the greatest blank slate she could work with, Astoria was sure this random youth would become something. She would bet her ex-career on it. ————————————————————————— If you like this type of novel or my writing in general, be sure to check out my other novels, Pay-to-Win Martial Emperor and Rebirth of a Divine Lord, or Transmigration: Children of the Plane. ————————————————————————— Personal Links. Discord Server: https://discord.gg/3ybfHXxxBg Support me here at Kofi! https://ko-fi.com/slarbi123

On an ordinary day, Lucius stumbled upon a strange, run-down shop. At first, he assumed it was abandoned—until he stepped inside. [You have entered the Universal Alchemy Store.] [Congratulations! You are now the store’s owner.] [Please craft your first potion.] Lucius blinked. 'What kind of joke is this?' But as if guided by an unseen force, he followed the instructions. Minutes later, his first creation was complete. [Love Potion: The drinker will fall in love with the first person they lay eyes on.] Lucius swallowed hard. 'Wait… does this actually work?' Before he could process it, the shop’s door swung open. Standing in the entrance was no ordinary customer—she was an elf. Long, pointed ears, mesmerizing green eyes, and a body sculpted by the gods. A visitor from another world. A dangerous thought crept into his mind. 'Should I test it on her?' ----------------- Disclaimer: This book has mature content. Discord link: https://discord.gg/Z9pY9tE9e8 For Spicy Pictures, join my Patreon: https://tinyurl.com/NaughtyJ

Born into darkness, Lucius is marked by an infernal curse—the Mark of the Abyss. This unholy sigil endows him with powers that defy mortal comprehension, yet seals his fate: servitude, rejection, and a grim demise. Embark on a journey with Lucius as he unravels the hidden truth behind the Marks, battles to carve out a destiny of his own, and strikes back against the cruel fate imposed upon him. In a world that shuns him for his cursed existence, Lucius will forge unlikely alliances to challenge those who scorn him. He is driven by a relentless desire to claim a place for himself and his loved ones, no matter the cost. Prepared to plunge into the darkest depths of depravity, Lucius is poised on the brink of a harrowing journey. The ultimate enigma remains: what awaits him in the abyss of his ambitions? Content: -Includes R18 Content - gore - death - NO NTR - NO YURI/BL

Before You Read – A Warning! This novel may contain grammar errors, misspellings, and the occasional linguistic abomination, as English is not my first language. If you are expecting flawless prose, poetic descriptions, or a literary masterpiece… my condolences. You have come to the wrong place. For example, a refined and eloquent novel might begin with: "The moonlight cascaded through the ornate window, bathing the weary traveler in a silver embrace as he tread upon the marble floors of destiny." Meanwhile, this novel? "Mc woke up. He was confuse. Why there dragon? Where his pant?" See the difference? If you start losing brain cells along the way, that’s on you. But hey, if you’re still here after all that, then welcome. You might just be insane enough to enjoy this. ┏(・o･)┛ So follow our MC with his insane admin ability and the system (waifu) insult :) Participation in WSA >:D (Please consider gifting and power stones tyyyy)

Choose Your Own Adventure (Halifax Explosion)

Seik Yagami waited for the bus with his elbows resting on his knees and his gaze lost on the cracked ground. Under the artificial light, his skin appeared even paler, highlighting the exhaustion in his sunken eyes. That bus didn’t just transport him; it also chained him. It dragged him back every night to a suffocating routine: endless days in an office, without rest. He had multiple master’s degrees in psychology, business, and education, as well as years of karate training. And yet, his life had been reduced to a cycle without purpose. Only when cultivating did he feel truly alive. The soil between his fingers, the scent of new leaves, the slow dance of growth. But that was out of his reach. Or, perhaps, he had convinced himself that it was. He sighed and clicked his tongue.

Sumi has always despised the world she lives in—one filled with greed, deceit, and pain. Trapped in a miserable life with a dead-end job and mounting debt, she sees no escape. But when her lecherous boss crosses the line, Sumi reaches her breaking point. In a desperate act, she takes her own life—only to awaken in the darkness and found out that her wish has been granted she is no longer human she finds herself in the most unexpected form… a seed of a flower and she was in the world which she only knows in game and stories. a world where creature like demon, monster and things like magic and spells exist and she is going to live her second life… as a flower.

Alastair Carter is a 27-year-old marketing and management teacher like many others around the world. Well... maybe besides the fact that he teaches some of that world's prodigies, but it's just a small detail. Even though he loves fantasy novels, he has never expected getting sucked into a fantasy world himself. I mean, who does? Follow Alastair and find out how he will deal with this predicament. Will he be nominated as a hero? Will he save the world in crisis or focus on looking for a way back to Earth? Or perhaps, will he settle down and live peacefully? This is the beginning of a great tale... ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Chapter Ero-meter: [ * ] - A bit of explicit content [ * * ] - Around half a chapter of lewds [ * * * ] - WAIT?! IT'S ALL F***ING LEWDS?! Main release day: Monday. What to expect: Some light management, a status system in the background, some slavery, wholesome lewding centered around the MC, a slice of life story and loads of lovely monster girls. What NOT to expect: Depictions of rape, mindbreak or abusive mind control, NTR, heavy sexual abuse and other heavy stuff. The title is not a "bait", but please don't expect fully devoted "hot" chapters every other release. It all depends on the flow of the story (which is still a Slice of Life) and might come to a moment where stuff may happen often, but not all the time. Socials: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Saileri Discord Community: https://discord.gg/uPjt6DJ

"what if I told u that I'm not who u think I am ? that I'm not even from this time and place? That I'm a woman from the future,trapped in the body of a woman from the past? it sounds crazy , I know. but urs the truth and it's only the begining of my story" Yu ri ,a woman in her early twenties who works a secretary got transmigrated into a novel she was reading not only that, she got transmigrated into the body of the character she dislikes which is the female lead of the novel, simply because they both share the same name. what happens when Yu ri gets into a little accident which almost cost her life buh she went into coma and her soul got drawn into the novel? will she be able to change the character's cursed destiny? what happens when she falls in love with a man in the novel? will she be able to return to her normal life? I guess u must be curious that's why u need to read this novel.. ^_^

a brother and sister each one more fucked up then the other, instead of morals what about emotions, i just do it because i like it it's a dark fantasy with two main characters

His fingers brushed up my thigh, and my breath hitched. He lifted my hem, revealing the white lace panties that I was required to wear, his finger tracing the lace trimming as my eyes fluttered closed, my skin on fire where he touched. My heart raced. I had no idea why I was reacting so strongly, but it made the idea of getting naked with the Alpha that much more exciting. * * * Kamala was a feisty virgin human, selected as one of the girls offered to the Alphas on the night of the blood moon. Things gets complicated as Kamala have all the three Alphas to herself and one night is not enough for her. What happens when she returns to her village and no man claims her on the mating ceremony knowing she has been marked by the Alphas? Will the Alphas come back to claim her and satisfy her forbidden pleasures?

The world was plunge into chaos when suddenly the barrier that was separating this world and the others suddenly weakened. The Monsters and Demons came flooding in. Follow the adventures of Vayne Krux as he survive and uncover the truth of this world.

Owned by the CEO’s Desire is a tale of seduction, reflection, and the transformative power of love. It is a story where the clash between a life of unchecked ambition and the yearning for genuine connection sparks a journey toward self-discovery and redemption—a journey that challenges both protagonists to decide whether they can break free from the chains of their pasts to embrace a future where vulnerability, sacrifice, and the promise of renewal redefine what it means to be truly powerful.

In the Holy Continent, those born with the ability to manipulate nature are seen as Cursed and are hunted down the entirety of the land with a religious fervour that spans over a century. Phillipa, a young girl of fifteen is then born in the Holy Continent with the Curse. This causes her to live the first fifteen years of her life on the run until her mother and the members of her camp decide to head for the Shore where they could get rescued by their people from the Island. Their journey however is met with an attack from the Evangelists who wipe out her camp and take her to the place every Cursed One feared, the Tower. In that Tower Phillipa has to not only survive but live long enough to escape it with herself and her newly born child.

When renowned game developer Giri meets his untimely end, he awakens as twelve-year-old Vel in the magical realm of Aeonalus—his own creation. Five hundred years have passed since he crafted the world, and Vel finds himself in the village of Oakhaven, facing threats that have evolved beyond his original designs. Determined to protect those he now loves, Vel embarks on a journey of self-discovery and courage, uncovering the true power of his past decisions and the weight of responsibility as he fights for his new reality.

“Matilda” a name that was written by Yvonne a thousand of time. She was a Villainess that she wrote. Matilda’s life was writing by Yvonne. How Matilda was abandoned in an orphanage. How she almost got adopted by a loving family but it was given to the female lead instead. How it was revealed that she was the long lost child of the Belle. How her family was disappointed in her just because they found out she was a girl and adore her stepbrother even though they have no blood relation. How Matilda fell in love with a boy and does everything to be in his school just to end up meeting the female lead there too. How she was rejected by her crush and saw him giggling with the female lead. How she tried to end the female lead’s life but got killed by the stepbrother instead, because he fell in love with the female lead too. Yvonne wrote it all. But how would Yvonne feel if she was in Matilda’s shoe.

In a future where the line between reality and virtual reality is all but erased, RPG games reign supreme. A young programmer, driven by an intense urge to escape poverty and an unwavering dream, pours his soul into creating Bloodbound Ascension, a ruthless online game. But his journey ends tragically when exhaustion claims his life, only for him to awaken within his own creation as an NPC trapped in one of its deadliest Towers. Armed with the knowledge of every trap, secret, and monster, he must navigate the brutal world he designed, struggling to survive against other NPCs and the merciless mechanics of Bloodbound Ascension. In a realm where the line between creator and creation no longer exists, can he rewrite his fate, or will his masterpiece become his tomb?

My talent can be said above average but for my family I am useless. Six years after the incident that I caused I accidentally created a system. Now I wonder if I will fail again....with my new power I will make sure my cute little older brother, sister and especially my Father will pay the price of creating a monster.... Me --Please send some power stones and your reviews are warmly accepted... thank you By the way, a dicord sever has been made! Please join so we can talk more. For the link please check the author's note in Chapter 181 above. If by any chance the link doesn't work please comment it down, thank you!