Penny Dreadfuls

"This isn’t just a game anymore…" – Leon Graves ... Leon Graves was a legend in Seas of Dominion, an RPG that brought medieval piracy, naval warfare, and arcane magic to life. As one of the top five players in the world, he had conquered hidden islands, commanded legendary fleets, and unearthed secrets that no one else knew. But after an intense gaming session, a freak accident changed everything. One moment, he was staring at his screen — the next, he was inside the game itself. Only, he wasn’t reborn as his overpowered character. Instead, he found himself trapped in the body of Dread Captain Raine, a notorious villain hunted across the seas and despised by the Ethereal Isle. Betrayed, branded an outlaw, and left with nothing but a sinking ship, survival seemed impossible. Then, something awakened within him — the [Pirate Harem System]. ..... [You have successfully reclaimed The Black Serpent!] [Your infamy has risen! The Empire has placed a 1,000,000 Gold Bounty on your head!] [You have awakened the forgotten power of the Abyss!] ..... Armed with his knowledge of the game, a cursed ship, and a growing crew of powerful women, Leon will defy empires, outmaneuver pirate lords, and carve his own legend on the high seas. Tags: #Pirates #Medieval #Magic #NavalWarfare #Reincarnation #VillainProtagonist #Harem #Antihero

Synopsis of the story Found His Love Letters—From the Future When Penny stumbles upon an antique desk at a quirky little shop, she never expects to find a hidden stash of love letters—especially ones written to her. Even weirder? They’re signed by a man who hasn’t been born yet. At first, she thinks it’s a prank. The letters are too heartfelt, too personal, too… perfect. But as she keeps reading, she realizes the writer knows things about her no one else should. Favorite songs she hasn’t discovered yet. Memories she hasn’t made. Secrets she’s never told anyone. Then one day, she meets him. The guy from the letters. Except he has no clue who she is. No swooning. No déjà vu. Just a blank, polite smile. And now Penny has a problem: how do you make someone fall in love with you when they already have—but haven’t yet? With time twisting around her and a future love story hanging in the balance, Penny must uncover the truth behind the letters before time runs out. Because if she gets this wrong, she might not just lose the love of her life—she might erase it completely. A romantic, time-bending mystery filled with laughs, longing, and love that transcends time itself.

Mind Cultivation: The Psychic Path Seventeen-year-old Mei Lin feels out of place in the vibrant chaos of Lingxi City, haunted by dark visions and an overwhelming sense of dread. After a chilling encounter with a mysterious man named Jin, she learns that her psychic abilities are awakening—and that sinister forces are hunting her. As Mei delves into mind cultivation to harness her powers, she uncovers hidden truths about her abilities and a shadowy cult intent on exploiting them. With each new lesson, she faces terrifying visions that blur the line between reality and nightmare. Determined to master her gifts, Mei must confront her deepest fears and confront the cult before they unleash a darkness that could consume her—and the world. In a race against time, she discovers that true strength lies within, but embracing it may come at a devastating cost.

In a world where everything is meant by power, Kael Draven, once a talented nobleman, is betrayed by his family and thrown into a magical prison. But instead of dying, he is reborn with a forbidden force - the Shadow Bond, an ability that makes him the ruler of the darkness. Now Kael is looking for revenge. But his enemies are not only the traitors of his past, but also the most powerful clans in the empire and a secret organization that fears him. On his way, he gathers unstoppable allies - including a mysterious assassin with her own bloody past and a fallen war hero who knows the true face of the Empire. While Kael is torn between power, loyalty and his own dark desire, he must face an even greater threat: an ancient prophecy that the Shadow-Bounded Ruler will either save the world or plunge into eternal chaos. Will he become the dreaded tyrant or the unexpected savior? The line between hero and villain blurs - and Kael is ready to break every rule to write his own destiny. I upload 5 new chapters every Saturday ;) and…tx to Lilas

She gave up her wealth and power to save her husband and his company when they were on the brink of extinction. However he repaid her by bringing home his childhood sweetheart and divorcing her! He insulted her, called her names, a cheap lowly bitch and a gold-digger. Her sister in law treated her like trash, her mother in law called her a scheming fox who wanted to climb the social ladder. Fine! Divorce so it is then! Left without a single penny, she applied for a job and became a waitress. Who would know she bumped into her ex husband and his new fiancée there?! But there was another man whose business contract she accidentally discarded. That mysterious man came to her with a condition. "You made me lost a very important business contract, now you must pay," "How much? I don't have money. I'm not for sale either," the girl raised her chin arrogantly. "Become my fake girlfriend. I need a woman to please my grandfather," Shentu Jing said. His charming dark eyes seemed to be tempting her, luring her into an abyss. But when she arrived in front of his grandfather, he announced her as his fiancée! "I thought you said I was your girlfriend!" Qin Zhuzhu glared daggers at him. "Sorry, now you are my wife," the man's peach blossom eyes gazed at her lovingly. Who is this mysterious husband of hers? One day her phone rang with a notification of the latest financial news. There, she saw a man similar to her husband. Her husband is the richest Tycoon in the capital???!!!

His lips hovered near her ear, his voice a dark whisper against her skin. "You may fear me, little bride, but I will teach your body to crave me… to need me, until I am all you ever want." --- Belle was never meant to be the bride. But when her parents cried to her about how her beautiful sister could not be married to such a man, she was forced to take her sister’s place. To prevent war between the two worlds of humans and vampires, the kings decided to sign a peace treaty with a marriage, but the only man they could offer for this marriage was a vampire said to be mad and completely heartless. When they said heartless, they meant really heartless, but Belle, being a naive girl her whole life, had no idea what she was stepping into by agreeing to this marriage. At first, he appeared innocent, a man completely opposite to all the rumors around him, until she slowly began to realize every single thing said about the mad vampire was true, or perhaps even worse! He was a man who walked in the path of darkness. He knew no light and showed no mercy, even to those who were not his enemies. He had no heart to love, no emotions but dark ones to feel for anything or anyone. But all of a sudden, when he set his eyes on her, he decided he wanted to keep her, and Belle's naive world began to take a different turn because the mad vampire was hellbent on tainting her innocent soul. Expect "Now, can we forget this happened and enjoy the night?" He arched an amused brow at her, making Belle's heart drop to her stomach as she recalled the so-called wedding night. She hurriedly pulled away from him, her face flaming with embarrassment. From everything she had heard about this night, she was not ready to experience it with this man. The women whispering about it in Mr. Marchant's shop had said one would hate their husband's presence after it and be disgusted by the act. It was not an act meant for pleasure for any woman but torture. Now that she realized her husband would do the same with her, she swallowed hard and nervously clutched her dress. "I...I am not feeling well, My Lord, I—" "Rohan," he cut her off with a tone of amusement. "Use my name when you address me, sweetheart. You looked quite energetic when you tried to go after the ring for someone who isn't feeling well, but," he sighed softly, "I've always been a generous man. I won't let you stress yourself tonight." Belle began to sigh in relief and smile in her mind that he wouldn't push her for the wedding night ceremony. She was even about to part her lips and agree that he was indeed generous and even offer him a thank you when he continued to speak, causing the momentary relief to be replaced by dread. "I will pamper you tonight, and you won’t have to lift a hand. I will give you all the pleasure since you are feeling unwell. Take it as the first lesson in my plan to make you forget love and welcome lust." "...!" "Lie on the bed for me, Isa." Belle felt her throat go dry at that strict command. "I...I..." She began but could not find any words to say to make him spare her tonight. What had she got herself into? Belle thought as a pit seemed to form in her stomach, a deep, gnawing dread. "Do you need me to carry you to the bed, or would you rather walk there yourself?" Rohan questioned with dark mirth in his voice and eyes as he watched her like a hawk. He could tell she was nervous, but what to do? She had brought herself into his world. Belle began to walk slowly to the bed at a snail’s pace, as if delaying it would help prevent the dreadful act from happening tonight. She could feel him following closely behind her. When she reached the bed, she used her shaky hands to move the drapes aside and carefully sat at the edge of it, her hands folded nervously on her lap. She felt his piercing gaze on her, but she dared not look up at him. "Lie down," he ordered softly. MATURE CONTENT, NO RAPE!!

Penny has three brothers: one is a billionaire CEO, the second is the youngest military lieutenant, and the last is a successful actor. These three successful men had only one common ground: bullying Penny, their sore-eye of a little sister. The sister they never wished to have, and the one who claimed to be their real sister, while the sister they treasured all this time was a fake. After living a life of maltreatment in her aunt's home, some people of high standing came to Penny with news of her real parentage. She thought she was finally saved from her aunt’s clutches, unaware that what awaited her was worse. At 13, Penny only wished for one thing: for her brothers to love her and treat her like family, just as much as they loved their fake sister. She worked and studied ten times harder than anybody else just to be accepted by them. In her desperation, she foolishly fell into a trap set by a malicious person, not knowing her actions would result in the downfall of her brothers and her ending up in jail with a death sentence. On her execution day, Penny had only one thought in mind: If she ever got to go back in time, her brothers could pamper their fake sister for all she cared! She wanted nothing to do with them! And much to her surprise, Penny found herself back on the day it all began: the day she was born. As promised, this time, she wouldn’t foolishly try to earn her brothers' love and affection. Never mind family! She’d just make a lot of money, live in luxury, and make a family of her own! But wait, why is it now that she didn’t want anything to do with her brothers, they kept poking their noses into her business? Weren’t they supposed to pamper their fake sister? Why won’t they leave her alone?! And how on earth was she married in this lifetime? To make matters worse, this husband she never had in her first life was suddenly volunteering to be the father of her children?!

Forced to marry the feared Shadow King, Ping dreads a life of misery. Rumored to be a ruthless killer, Ling is a man no one dares to cross. But as she gets to know him, she begins to question everything—Is he truly a monster, or has the world been wrong about him all along?

Qiao Qingyu found herself transported into a period novel, becoming He Xiu Yu's dreadful ex-wife. She's the worst of them all—lazy, dumb, and wicked. She serves as a foil whose sole purpose is to advance the plot, a tool for slapstick comedy, and a contrast to highlight the intelligence and kindness of the female lead. Everyone is eagerly waiting for her to exit the stage. Faced with dangers ahead and behind, Qiao Qingyu isn't bothered at all. After all, she possesses a seed laboratory. The joy of having a golden finger is beyond your wildest imaginings!

Madeline Rose had only ever worked in her father's local blacksmith shop and occasionally helped her mother at the farm. Her skin had become tanned from the hot sun, but despite all of this, she did not complain. Even though she didn't come from a wealthy home, she was content. However, her life turned upside down when she stumbled upon a darkness that refused to leave her alone. There was him, a man cloaked in mystery and malice, a presence that sent chills down her spine. His eyes, shrouded in shadows, held a depth of darkness that seemed to swallow the light around him. When their paths crossed, Madeline felt a cold dread wash over her, as if she had invited a malevolent force into her world.

Enter a world where humans strive to survive that which seeks to consume them from the outside or that which seeks to break them from the inside. Few amongst the majority are blessed or............cursed to wield a might like no other.This is a story that takes place in Victorian setting, infused with action, enchanted with adventure, permeated with mystery and tainted by the supernatural.

Sara Pearl, Daughter of Poseidon and Atlantis, takes a journey to map dangerous territory. This is done after adventurers Theseus King, Mary Riley, Seth Riley, Olivia Neptune, Adam Flores, and Penny White return from this territory. This story follows Sara Pearl and her best friends Leonidas Sheppard and Andromeda Rose. Unknown to these adventurers, war breaks out in the outside world and The Gods draw battlelines. How long until the war reaches this group? Part of The Twelve Olympians High Series.

Oscar, a destitute young boy, died in a tragic accident and was reborn in the forgotten realm. As a member of the lowly Birch tribe, his solace comes from the fragments of a guardian's spirit, residing in his soul. After the decimation of his family in the hands of a powerful race known as the dreads, he embarked on the part of revenge, leading him to the path of transcendence.

Some houses were never meant to be lived in… Deep in the countryside, hidden beneath overgrown ivy and timeworn decay, stands Blackwood Manor—a house long abandoned, yet never truly empty. When Elias Grayson, a skeptical historian, arrives to document its history, he dismisses the chilling whispers and strange shadows as mere tricks of the mind. But as the days pass, the house begins to unravel its secrets—secrets soaked in blood, betrayal, and something far worse. Every step he takes leads him deeper into the heart of an unspeakable nightmare. The mirrors do not reflect what stands before them. The walls breathe with the memories of the forgotten. And something watches from the darkness, waiting… As Elias digs into the past, he realizes some histories are not meant to be uncovered. The deeper he searches, the tighter the house’s grip becomes—until escape is no longer an option. Because The Hollow House does not let go of what it claims. Will Elias survive, or will he become just another whisper in the walls? A chilling supernatural horror novel filled with psychological dread, eerie suspense, and a house that refuses to be forgotten. Are you ready to step inside?

In a city drenched in rain and uncertainty, Michael Ozor, a 17-year-old outcast, wanders the streets burdened by a life that feels like an endless loop of disappointment. With friends who embody chaos and a heart divided between two compelling girls—one a source of turmoil and the other a rare glimpse of happiness—Michael grapples with feelings of isolation and existential dread in a world where powers define worth. As he prepares for his enrollment in Emox, a school that promises to unlock the supernatural abilities he has yet to awaken, Michael finds himself caught between despair and the yearning for connection. Haunted by his past and disillusioned with love, he vows to stop being a fool and to seek only those who wish to be disturbed. But when a message from a girl he didn’t expect turns his world upside down, Michael must confront not only the ghosts of his emotions but also the darkness that lurks within him. Will he embrace the power that lies dormant inside, or will he succumb to the shadows that threaten to engulf him? Join Michael on his journey of self-discovery, supernatural intrigue, and the quest for genuine connection in a world where every choice has consequences. Will he finally find the love he seeks, or will the hollow veil keep him trapped in despair?

The world of Orbis Terra is a land filled with war and perseverance. God's and Demons fill it's rich history, as magic and adventure complete it's future. On the continent of Ronam, the Ronam Empire stood out as one of the most powerful empires in history. Founded by the First Emperor Julius, it's warrior-like culture is proud and honorable. With honor taking precedence over all. But every light has its shadow, as in the bowels of the empire's nobles, is a man named Alaric Aelius, infamous for his insatiable thirst for women, married or not, and money. However, every crime must have it's justice served, as one day, Alaric tried to bed a woman he had no business of being with, sending him plunging into the depths of the dreaded Venator Legion.

A captivating tale of supernatural intrigue, revenge, and forbidden love, where loyalty is tested, and the past holds the power to shape the future. In a realm where the line between the living and the dead is fragile, QingWu embarks on a dangerous mission to uncover the hidden truths of her past. Haunted by betrayal and her father's family's dark secrets, she seeks vengeance, ready to fight any force that stands in her way. But when a forbidden connection with Xiao Chenyuan, the formidable Dread King, begins to grow, her path to revenge becomes more complicated. Bound by ancient forces and trapped in a world of spirits, QingWu must confront the ghosts of those she’s lost while discovering her own power. As the tension between revenge and love rises, she must decide whether to let the past consume her or embrace the possibility of a future that could heal the wounds she’s carried for so long.

"What the fuck?! Kill God?! I get it but what's my reward?!" All Umbra ever wanted to do was to live a normal life, as a pseudo beggar and thief, prowling the streets of his new home, alongside his two friends. But clearly, Fate had other cruel plans in store for him. Umbra always knew that he was incredibly special in some way; he was some superlative magnet for bad luck. He'd thought that he could ignore all the quirky happenings by just fleeing from home. Umbra finds himself in a strange kingdom, worshipped and dreaded for bearing strange powers he know nothing about. Discovering yourself as the last descendant of a rare bloodline, famed for bloodshed and no existing shreds of humanity can be a tad unsettling. "Seriously...I beg to differ." But the worse is yet to come. Sure enough, a strange destiny is thrust upon him, an ancient decree passed down and misinterpreted to his previous ancestors. But in his turn, the prophecy is made pretty clear. To follow the path of Revenge and kill the most powerful being of all Time.

Sweeping the battlefield the fiendish figure preyed on those he once called friends, he wondered to himself how it all turned out this way and if he could have done something different however he knew deep down that since that dreadful night that this would be his inevitable fate.

In a world guided to prosperity by divine beings known as Shepherds, Yel Arki is haunted by whispers of an ancient entity within him—a force that promises the end of all existence and seeks to consume his very soul. Desperate to escape the growing dread, he takes on his first escort mission with the adventurer’s guild—a simple job that goes horribly wrong. When the caravan is attacked, Yel discovers dark secrets surrounding his client, Merika, and the ancient artifact she carries: the True Scriptures, a relic tied to a shadowy organization that walks in darkness. As Yel and Merika flee for their lives, he realizes the artifact is more than it seems—it holds the key to his own fate and the survival of the world itself. But the entity within him grows stronger, and its ultimate goal becomes clear: to plunge the world into eternal rest. Now, Yel must confront the truth about the entity, the artifact, and his own forgotten past—before it’s too late

Ciel Adams is a Fourth Stage Esper from the now destroyed last stronghold of humanity; Bastion City. The city had survived long past the dreaded Judgment Day, a day when The Eternal Flames suddenly engulfed the world and the ghastly Fallen descended. This day also became the catalyst for a new era of the world, one where there is a surge in supernatural activities as well as the emergence of many monster races. These aberrations now threaten humanity from within while The Fallen do so from beyond the great dome of Bastion. However, despite humanity's bitter struggle, Bastion city was unable to prevent its destruction. Ciel, along with what remained of humanity, found himself beaten and all but defeated. Desperate to change such an end, Ciel deploys one of the few tricks left at his disposal, that being his ability to manifest each of The Major Arcana Cards into the real world and using this, he successfully regresses to the past.      However due to his unstable power his soul fails to withstand the arduous journey back and shatters into twenty two pieces. These pieces each represent a major arcana card which have been given shape as clones. Now awakening within a broken state, and lacking all the power which he once held, Ciel is faced with the arduous task of not only saving the dreaded future which awaits humanity, but of helping his previous mentor. All the while, he must also take it upon himself to seek out and hunt the clones of him with the goal of regaining his past power and obtaining a complete soul once more. Such a task will not be easy for each clone is ready and willing to engage in a bloody battle for survival.   While Ciel is occupied attempting to complete the daunting tasks set before him, his previous mentor has already started her new life as an Officer of the NSRA, the agency responsible for the eradication of monsters within Bastion…  Just how will these two fates collide?     What to expect:  [Weak to Strong] [Two POV’s] [Futuristic City] [Supernatural] [Action] [Monsters] [Apocalyptic Setting] [Slow Burn]

A college Freshman named Sean Gallagher got the dreaded Freshman 15.

(WARNING MATURE CONTENT) He is one of the most ruthless man on planet. people dare not say his name, due to his ruthless reputation as a CEO for taking down companies without thinking twice. He is the most dreaded person in town, no one dare to offend him and go unpunished. His arrogance and ruthless behavior, makes people call him Cold__blooded monster," while others call him king of the devil's. So what if I don't have interest in a serious love affair or normal committed relationship? I have so many whores and bitch's to satisfied my sexual desires and am pretty much okay with that. But then what happens when he meet with the queen of his heart. Will he give love a chance. Or will he still thinks that he's not meant to love.

After living a mundane life for seventy years, an ordinary man named Ethan dies. Only to awaken as Caelan Aetherisin,in a world beyond his wildest imagination. Reborn as a member of a prestigious vampire royal family, he finds himself entangled in the complex power dynamics of the vampire aristocracy. With five ancient vampire houses ruling the night, tensions brew beneath the surface—old rivalries, political machinations, and deep secrets threaten to tear them apart. Yet, as they face a looming, sinister force that threatens to annihilate their kind, alliances must be formed, and the balance of power will shift in unexpected ways. As the main character navigates his newfound immortality, he must master his powers, understand his role in this dangerous world, and deal with his growing harem—each member more mysterious and powerful than the last. But with desire comes darkness, and he will soon uncover disturbing truths about his family and the world of vampires. Warning: This story contains explicit adult themes, including violence, gore, and disturbing content (incest, and more). Reader discretion is advised. NEW CHAPTER ON: Tue , Thu , Sat. New chapter everyday on Patreon with exclusive character and chapter arts. PATREON LINK: https://www.patreon.com/c/brekker/posts

A phenomena that defies laws of nature and physics, a rejection of science and understanding, the Soul.

Book 2 of The Nochten trilogy. Five years have passed since the dreaded letter and Ana is now 12 years old. She continues to face the challenges in court, meanwhile, more support grows in favor of her cousin Mykhol. But as foreign invaders, the Bulgeons, encroach on their colonies with more than pillaging in mind, Ana must turn for aid in one of the last remnants of her mother's court, Admiral Nugen. The only human at court who may have more than a sense of duty to stay by Ana's side. Meanwhile, back in Dawny, Prince Nicoli struggles to find a way back into Ana's life after five years of silence on her end. Ever determined to reunite with his half-sister, he comes up with an ingenious plan that just has to work, despite Mykhol's and Queen Belinda's best wishes. But Queen Belinda has her own tricks up her sleeve and a resentment that only grows not against Ana but King Alexander, himself, who must choose between his children. Will Ana be able to manage these new challenges? And what about the strange rumors running around about Mykhol and her? Why is there talk of marriage? Secret engagements, a hidden love child, and a broken trust still loom over, doesn't Ana have enough to deal with?

In the shadowed year of 4416, a world bows beneath The Order’s iron faith, where silence hides dread and ancient horrors stir in the void. Grimm, a former High Bishop roused from an endless sleep, rides into a forsaken land guided by cryptic visions and a blood-scrawled map. What lies in the decaying village ahead—a cult’s dark secret, a force beyond reason, or a betrayal he can’t escape? As the earth itself whispers of doom, Grimm descends into a labyrinth of shadows, where every step unravels a mystery that could shatter reality.

Dread Mage Vellichor; feared and old; and someone who has mastered wizardry at its core, is bored of life and the strenuous actions of the bigger picture. He just wants small, but meaningful interactions with life. And he starts with a little dead girl he called Sonder. --- The chapters are what I call bite-sized, (only around 400 to 700 words), and I'll try to upload a chapter every day except for the weekend.

Hikaru a 16-year-old orphan one day finds his life bent with the plot of a mysterious game he found in his mailbox A dating sim called 'Heartstopper' with a crazy ass game difficulty setting that's worse than his past experiences Stalker, a golden-spoon young lady, tsundere, the typical girls you'll find in an eroge. He can ignore them as he pleases, but he'll face greater consequences in return. To survive, he steeled his resolve and take part in the greatest fight of his life Date or death. He needs to go out with these girls or else he'll automatically meet a bad ending and a series of death flags along the way. Whether he likes it or not, from sickness and dread, he groomed himself against these heroines of pure chaos and delight. Will he live, die, or perhaps escape this nightmare and return to the reality he longed for the most

After the awakening, the hell he once saw transformed into an Ambrose, yet not a single soul had changed. Still, the hidden actions and buried grievances of the past carved a new path—one of exploration, where obstacles revealed themselves along the way. The world shifts when seen through different eyes, as the days juggle between routine and the constraints of a governed system. Alongside, the looming invasion grows more dreadful. But what happens when an observer steps into the play, not as a participant but as a silent witness? One who sees through multiple perspectives, yet remains out of reach—powerless to alter the course of events? Do they become trapped in the illusion of free will, or do they uncover the hidden forces that shape reality? Is the system merely a life of ordeal, or is there something more hidden beneath? ****************************************************** His life seeing, learning, and understanding is what we are for. Strongest will makes us to stand still after regression, when you are not changing, you are choosing