Midst Of Darkness

'Hell is empty and all the devils are here.' -- Williams Shakespeare --- "Should I dip my hands in holy water so I can touch you?" His breath fanned her neck as he spoke close to her ear, causing an anxious shiver to run down her spine. Her eyes widened before narrowing slightly. "You are crazy." She whispered back with a shaking voice. "Why?" He asked, awed. His eyes now staring at her. "Because you would get burned." --- Opposites attract. That’s what everyone says, but light and darkness are two very contrasting entities. Annabelle is the perfect definition of pure and innocent, while on the other hand, Kione is the opposite of that—dark and a devil with an angelic appearance. Too forbidden to be a perfect match.

What happens when a history teacher dies and becomes a prince in another world? Of course, he becomes the greatest emperor! He will use all of his family's resources for his own benefit, conquer the world, and... beautiful women! Ahem. This is a novel full of intrigue where he will get what he wants, build his own empire, and finally protect his loved ones. He is a great leader to those he cares about, but a ruthless tyrant to his enemies. In this world of magic and mystery, he will not stop until he reaches the top. But what will he have to sacrifice for victory? ____ Author's note: No NTR but there may be some separations or temporary separations Sexual content starts after chapter 51. The story may start off very bright and cheerful, but at some point, it will occasionally have a darker theme. Sexuality is not at the forefront

In the quiet city of Fukuoka, Japan, Kurashi Ito, a nihilistic 17-year-old high school boy, leads a solitary life in his bland apartment, finding solace in the depths of his own solitude. Alone, he finds himself disconnected from those around him, struggling to grasp the idea of life and his place within it. One ordinary day, as he returns home from school, riding his worn-out bike through a stormy afternoon, his life takes an unexpected turn. Stumbling upon a forgotten cardboard box in his apartment, Kurashi discovers a book inscribed with the writings of his late father. Intrigued, he begins to read about a mysterious and long-lost clan to which he belongs. The revelations within the pages unveil the untold secrets of his extinct family. After unraveling this new-found knowledge, Kurashi sets out at midnight on a journey that transcends the boundaries of his comfort zone. Through his journey, Kurashi is faced not only with ruthless fights, but also the internal struggles of finding his true identity. "The Inherited Darkness" is a captivating story of self-discovery, resilience, and philosophy. The unraveling of complexities in Kurashi's identity and the power that lies dormant within him.

At sixteen, life for Seren Grey takes a dramatic turn when his parents' unexpected actions leave him moving in with his grandparents. As he navigates the struggles of adolescence and newfound independence, he completes his education and secures a job. However, his life spirals into chaos when he unknowingly forms a relationship with his boss, Draven Carter, who has concealed his true identity behind a false name and a facade. Complications arise when Seren discovers he possesses the extraordinary ability to have children, a fact that shatters his understanding of identity and autonomy. As he grapples with this revelation, a jealous woman, determined to eliminate any perceived threat to her own relationship with Draven, plots against him. With vulnerability at every corner, Seren finds himself embroiled in a tense battle for love, identity, and a safe place in a world that feels increasingly perilous. Seren must confront the complexities of his life, navigate the treachery that surrounds him, and ultimately redefine what it means to belong, all while discovering the power of resilience and the true meaning of family. As he unravels the tangled web of secrets and confronts the trials that life throws his way, will he emerge unscathed, or will these unforeseen twists prove too much to bear?

"Do you wish to know what will happen if I drink from your thighs?" Salviana drew in a sharp breath before she whispered, "I might die?" "No, It is I who will die if I don't," he met her eyes with a lustful hungry gaze, "Spread your legs for me, Fiery-wife" And that she did... ~~~{───────────────── ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~}── Fiery is married to the demon everybody feared would destroy them someday. He is the greenest reddest flag but now she only sees white. A canvas to paint their love however she deemed righteous. ~~~{───────────────── ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~}── The Dark Prince, the third prince, is no stranger to the fear and hatred surrounding him. Cold, distant, and possessing a gaze as dark as midnight, he is known throughout the kingdom as the demon prince. But the truth hidden beneath his pale skin is far more dangerous—he is a vampire, living among a royal family that barely tolerates his existence. Salviana, a divine lady of myth, never asked to be married to such a man. Forced into the union, she is thrust into a life where every corner holds a secret and every glance feels like a challenge. Though her husband’s cold touch sends shivers down her spine, Salviana finds herself drawn into his world of shadows and intrigue, struggling to understand the depths of his darkness. With royal enemies watching their every move and Salviana’s own hidden powers slowly awakening, the bond between her and Alaric grows more complicated. Can she survive the dangerous world of court politics, where even her husband may not be fully trusted? Or will the weight of the secrets they keep tear them apart before they can discover the truth about each other? Caught between fear and desire, Salviana can’t help but wonder: Will she uncover the man behind the darkness, or will the shadows consume them both? Married to Darkness is a seductive, tension-filled journey into the unknown, where love and power clash in a dangerous dance that could lead to either salvation or destruction. The cover is from Pinterest. Not Mine. ~~~{───────────────── ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~}── Stalk me on social media! Discord: I_nanafirdausi Instagram: I_nanafirdausi Facebook: Nana firdausii X: https://x.com/NanaFirdausii Or Buy me a coffee @ https://buymeacoffee.com/nanafirdausi

Plagued by the same dream every night Hazel refused to fall asleep but just like always her eyelids grew heavy and she succumbed to sleep. She somewhat found herself in the same dream again but this time around the interior of the room looked more lavished than her room. She held her breath when she heard footsteps but the sound faded right after door. She clenched her dress out of anxiousness as she awaited the man who has been visiting her in her dreams. A cold wind passed in the room as it snuffed out the only source of light and a shiver ran down her spine . She was determined to know who this man actually was and so held her ground even though she was scared . She felt a hand grab her waist and she tilted her head to look at his face . As if on cue lightning striked revealing an impeccably handsome face which she had never met before , what caught her eyes the most were his red eyes ' a vampire !' she thought frozen. Never had she ever imagined the person to be a vampire. She tried pulling herself out of his embrace but his grip prevented her . "You're mine" he whispered and she felt goosebumps on her skin before she could comprehend what was happening he dipped his head in her neck , marking her as his forever. Hazel was the youngest daughter of the renowned duke Donovan Wiltchiz, she was not only overshadowed by her elder sister but was barely noticeable in society because her parents would let her sister have all the attention. Due to this she recoiled into the shadows of her sister and fell in love with the gardener's son almost forgetting about the outside world until the night of hallow when the lord of the land , the lord of darkness Sylvester Reigns claims her as his when they haven't even met before

In a world full of light and hope, Ray had always questioned his existence, his purpose, his will. Ray as a kid had no parents, he was a poor orphan and as long as he could remember he never even saw his parents, he was surviving out of his own will and power. As time passed on ray came to find happiness as he was adopted by the mistress of the red plains. Since she was infertile and couldn't give birth, she always longed for a kid to raise and ray came to be that child. She gave ray the childhood he never thought of. Life went on until the tragic day where everything fell dark for him. Someone and a specific someone wanted the red mistress to die and apparently the whole mansion got attacked in the deadly night. Everyone massaqured except ray of whom the assassin's showed great intrest in and took him back to the asassin master. You see ray had posssesd great affinity for wind control and the assassins could use it but inorder to get ray to obey they had to erase all his memories and hypnotized him into thinking he is an elite weapon only available to the Assassins. They made him believe that he was the son of the asassin master and had to do anything and everything to carry out their order. That was the rise of shade, the most ruthless asassin known to mankind. The once kind and nice boy now a savage and unruly asassin who lives off of killing.Shade continued the great work until his name was far and wide, making people be scared of his mention. Shade was so ruthless he would kill his victims in broad daylight as people watched in horror and those who stood agaisnt him payed the same price. Onw day shade gets sent on a mission to assassinate scarlet, princess of the amulate kingdom, currently she was on a ship and with her she had the amulet of Talos, which as you would expect of a relic has great untapped power. The assassin master wanted the amulet so he sends shade, his new son to go and fetch it for him. Upon arriving on the ship shade kills everyone and right as he is about to asassin the princess he sees a familiar face, the face of mistress and stops creating a small time slip for scarlet to escape, and since she had water affinity, she travels to the nearest island and the whole ship blows up. Shade wakes up and finds himself in the same island and finds himself weaponless, his weapons taken by scarlet who saved him and now takes him hostage. Turns out the amulet can supress elemental affinities, making shade powerless and weaponless agaisnt the princess. Now stuck in a far away island and being kept hostage by a familiar face will ray regain his memories or will he finish his mission and kill the princess while returning the amulet to his enemies.

darkness is nothing more than a power

Elric's life had been nothing short of a nightmare since his childhood. He was constantly bullied at school, detested and ignored by his family, and left with nobody to care whether he lived or died. The accumulated loneliness and suffering from decades pushed him into a severe depression, and he ultimately decided to take his life’s final decision… Suicide. One day, Elric's soul heard a voice calling out to him. "Wake up, Elric. I am the God of Darkness, and I'm here to give you another chance at life." To the God of Darkness, Elric replied with only two words… "Fuck off!" Now forced with the possibility of a new life despite his unwillingness… Elric must decide whether to become a puppet or forge a new destiny with his own hands. Will he overcome his traumatic past, or will he squander yet another chance at life? Join the Protagonist on his journey as he is given an impossible task while striving to become one of the strongest beings in a world full of Magic, Mythical creatures, Dragons, and Gods. ---------------- [[Author : The protagonist of this story is a scheming mastermind who doesn't trust anyone and plans everything based on his present strength, knowledge and circumstances. No Romance, Harem, or Fan-service here. The main character is also not an Edgelord or a Psychopath who kills people without reason. Character development is a gradual process as the Main Character learns to acknowledge and overcome his flaws. This is a story for those who appreciate a psychologically well-developed character. The protagonist is an Antihero character who exists in the gray area between good and evil. This is a story for those who enjoy complex characters, greatly improving and expanding World-building along with intricate plots. If you are looking for a story with a nuanced and morally ambiguous yet humorous protagonist in a mature and gritty world, then this is the novel for you.]] ---------------- Note : Character Reference Arts available in chapter comments. Discord Link : https://discord.com/invite/ASRdeHfDMX ---------------- Note : Vote for the Novel for extra weekly chapters. 500 Power Stones = 1 Extra Chapter per week 1000 Power Stones = 2 Extra Chapters per week 2500 Power Stones = 5 Extra chapters per week 500 Golden Tickets = 2 Extra chapters per week 1000 Golden Tickets = 3 Extra chapters per week 1500 Golden Tickets = 7 Extra chapters per week

The fantasy adventure began from a life of a girl named Eve Ainsley who seemingly had find ordinary no longer in her grasp. After encountering an unusual entity and a world above her knowledge, she might even discover more about herself. But is it really over?

--- In the Roan Kingdom, within the grand mansion of the Alestra family, Aron and Alena gazed lovingly at the child in their arms. "His name will be Ryan," they declared with smiles. "Ryan Alestra." The boy smiled back, as if content with his new name. Meanwhile, the ancient ruins of a forgotten palace were uncovered deep within the Dark Forest. Standing before them was Malice, one of the most powerful witches on the continent of Syria. As she took in the sight, a wicked laugh escaped her — the promise of knowledge and power was intoxicating. This is a tale of relationships. A tale of mysteries. A tale of magic. A tale of destiny. A tale of darkness and light. ---

The underworld (dark side) and human world (light side) are two different realms, having literally nothing to do with each other. Well, that's how it was until a witch involved herself in a forbidden relationship with a man she was meant to destroy. Their union led to the birth of a very powerful hybrid who unknowingly has the power to either destroy the entire universe or bring things back to normal. Will the light and dark find a way to unite?? Or destruction and doom will be the fate of the entire universe?? FIND OUT IN THIS AMAZING STORY: SLIPPING INTO THE DARK BY A TEENAGE WRITER. Thanks for choosing my book. I love you

Rin, a demon, finds himself trapped in the Human Plane. He had fled the Demon Plane after being gravely injured by a god of the Heavenly Realm and flees to the Human Plane to recover. In the Human Plane there is relative peace. Demons and spirits still lurk, but are generally undetected by regular humans. As Rin recovers, he tries to maintain a normal human life in this strange world and even makes a few friends. However, his past eventually catches up with him as struggles with his identity, feelings and unresolved conflict with the Heaven Realm. King Constantine is a Heavenly god that rules over the Heaven Realm and begins to take note of this rouge demon who has appeared in the Human Plane. Together the Heavenly Realm, Human Plane and Demon Plane are in a vicious cycle. A story of gods, demons, and humans collide in this dark and twisted tale of love, betrayal and fate.

The year 6048. The human race has evolved to be the apex predators as all humans gained the gift of abilities. But with power comes responsibility and humans are not known for taking responsibilities. So the world descended into chaos as the rise of abilities comes. "What the fuck man, the only ability I have is shadows .To see in the dark and move shadows , why can't I get fireballs and telekinesis or super strength . What a load of crap". A short boy no less than 15 years said bitterly as he found out the powers he has.

Reincarnated with a mission, where failure means total annihilation. Young Emperor Feng Luotian faces an impending catastrophe that threatens to engulf the universe in darkness. With no one left strong enough to combat the evil, Feng Luotian and his father perform a daring ritual to travel back in time, aiming to stop the disaster before it begins. Can they change the course of history and save the future? Embark on an epic journey with the reincarnated Young Emperor as he conquers the universe to protect all life within it. Witness his struggles and triumphs as he battles formidable foes, forms powerful alliances, and masters incredible abilities. Follow Feng Luotian in his relentless quest to avert total destruction and forge a destiny filled with hope, strength, and unwavering determination. This is a story of courage, redemption, and the fight to save the universe from ultimate doom.

"In the shadows of his small town, 17-year-old Ethan discovers a chilling truth: his past is a lie, and his future is already claimed. Can he outrun the darkness that's been waiting for him?"

Born of blood and yet so disgusted by the sight of it, that was Sephtis, the greatest necromancer the heavens would ever know and also it's greatest nightmare to come. Sephtis, a being who was most surely not human but neither was he a demon nor a beast, hating the sight of blood yet there exists no greater master in the art of slaughter than he. His ever growing army razing down cities, countries, continents, entire worlds and eventually perhaps everything else. He was the definition of a nightmare, his name alone scaring even shadows away and his presence leaving nothing but destruction everywhere it touches. And to the world's greatest surprise something incredible had happened, the unstoppable force had vanished from the surface of the world one day with no explanation nor answer as to his whereabouts. The world finally knew peace, the gods were praised for an entire month straight for answering their prayers, losing themselves in wine, music, food and carnal desire, this was heaven. But as always peace is never a long-lived thing, Darkness is never really truly gone, only just temporarily withheld and the greatest nightmare in history would be returning once more, this time so much greater than ever before and making sure that he completes his mission without fail.

The clock struck midnight when Ruelle heard the echo of footsteps. She tensed, the fine hairs on the back of her neck standing on end in the cool night air. "You shouldn't be here," Ruelle whispered, her voice a breathless murmur. The silhouette finally came to stand under the moonlight, his dark red eyes watching her and his inky black hair ruffling. "Shouldn't I?" His voice was a dark caress, and she stood there captivated by the danger he exuded like perfume. "I haven’t seen you for the last two days," his tone low. His hand reached out, fingers brushing against the silk of her nightgown, tracing the trembling outline of her collarbone. "Tell me, were you avoiding me, or perhaps... entertaining other offers?" Ruelle’s heart raced, her breaths shallow. She declared, "I don't belong to anyone.” "A bold claim," he murmured, his breath a tantalising chill against her skin as he leaned in. "Yet here you are, pulse racing, your body tensed as if in anticipation of my touch." His fingers gripped her chin, tilting her face towards his. The moonlight caught his eyes, revealing a glint of predatory intent. "Or must I remind you whose touch you truly crave?"

In Artios, a city where light and shadow dance together, two young souls from starkly different worlds collide. Leon, a ballet dancer raised in a strict, successful family, captivates everyone with his bright and cheerful demeanor. Yet, behind this facade lies a heart filled with doubts and despair. Does he truly know who he is, or is he merely playing a role written for him by others? Meanwhile, Melorin, a street-smart girl with dark hair and piercing green eyes, battles against the harsh realities of life in the unforgiving alleys of Artios. Born into a world of inequality and poverty, she yearns for justice and hope amidst the darkness. Fate intertwines their lives in an unexpected twist, completely altering their paths. When Leon first encounters Melorin, he sees a reflection of his true self in her, and the beautiful world of dance transforms into a new challenge he never anticipated. "Dance in the Darkness" is a tale filled with love, conflict, and the search for identity that takes readers on an exhilarating journey through deep emotions. Can Leon discover his true light amidst the shadows? Can Melorin confront her struggles and forge a brighter future?

A 19-year-old medical student dies and wakes up in the body of an 18-year-old top student just before the "October Purge," an event that allows murders and thefts without consequences for four Fridays. As he navigates this new world of violence and betrayal, he must fight to survive and uncover the true meaning of life.

The Darkness Birth is a story of the embodiment of darkness itself—Primordial Darkness, representing every form of darkness that exists. Known as Mysterieux, this mysterious figure embarks on a journey to uncover the truth of his identity and understand his own nature. Filled with mystery, self-discovery, and encounters with forces beyond comprehension, Mysterieux’s path is one that delves into the depths of darkness, exploring its power and meaning in the universe. main plot: Self-discovery.

In a realm where powerful sorcerers enslave and control individuals endowed with magical abilities known as 'Shadows,' a young orphan named Kael discovers his unique power to absorb and manipulate the abilities of these Shadows. Forced to flee his home after an encounter with ruthless sorcerers, Kael embarks on a perilous journey that plunges him into a deadly game of cat and mouse. As he navigates a treacherous world filled with corrupt nobles, ancient magical entities, and the ever-watchful eye of a shadowy figure known only as *The Archon*, Kael grapples with the darkness within himself. With the help of a fierce ally, Lyra, he seeks to uncover the truth behind his abilities and the mysterious whispers of the past. In a landscape of shifting alliances, Kael must forge new bonds with those who resist the Archon while deciphering the line between friend and foe. As the forces of darkness tighten their grip, Kael and his allies must confront their own fears and face unimaginable trials to prevent a catastrophic reckoning that threatens to consume their world. In this gritty and immersive tale, *Bound by Darkness* explores themes of power, corruption, and redemption, where magic comes at a terrible cost, and the shadows of the past hold the key to an uncertain future.

In the dead of night, when the world sleeps, some secrets wake. Noor never imagined that a single decision would plunge her into a world where danger, passion, and dark forces collide. But the moment she crosses paths with Sultan, a man whose past is as shadowed as his soul, she is thrust into a web of power and deception from which there is no escape. Drawn together by fate, their connection burns like a wildfire—but so does the darkness that threatens to tear them apart. Sultan’s family is bound by a curse that ties them to an ancient evil, a force that will stop at nothing to claim what is theirs. And Noor, the unwitting key to their destruction, must navigate a world where love and betrayal are intertwined, and every touch could either heal or destroy them. With every secret uncovered, and every choice they make, Noor and Sultan’s love is tested beyond measure. Will they fall victim to the dark forces hunting them? Or will their love be the very thing that shatters the chains of the curse, freeing them both from the shadows? "In the Arms of Darkness" is a gripping tale of forbidden love, ancient curses, and the unbreakable bond that could either save or doom them all. Can love survive in a world where nothing is as it seems?

The underage child experienced a traumatic event when he witnessed his father killing his mother and was forcibly made by his father to shoot his sister. On the same day, he also killed his father, who was responsible for the death of his mother and sister. As a result of this incident, he spent a long time in prison, but due to a series of events that occurred in prison, he managed to escape. Upon escaping, he immediately went to the cliff he always visited and, in search of freedom, committed suicide. However, due to his strong and noble soul, he was reincarnated and tasked with continuing the legacy of the dark god. A dark yet sweet future awaited him.

Alice has always been alone, a girl trapped in the shadows of a broken home, haunted by poverty, and tormented by her peers. Her life, defined by fear, pain, and a desperate need for escape, spirals into deeper darkness when she finds solace in the toxic fumes of glue, numbing her from the cruelty of the world. With a mother who barely acknowledges her existence and a father who abandoned them, Alice’s only refuge is the rooftop, where her tears and curses go unheard. But when Hanako, a mysterious boy with his own haunting secrets, suddenly appears, her life takes an unexpected turn. He’s unlike anyone she’s ever met—offering her something she never had: attention, care, and a chilling kind of affection that is as comforting as it is dangerous. Together, they form a twisted bond, a relationship that could either save Alice from herself or push her into the abyss. In a world where the line between love and manipulation blurs, Alice must decide: can Hanako be the light in her darkness, or is he the hand that will pull her deeper into the void?

Mathew, a once innocent 17 year old teenager has found himself in a tricky situation when he uncoveres an important secret. Will he be able to make it to the police before The Man can find him?

Over five hundred years ago, millions of people fell into another dimension. Forced to fight for survival against the terrifying extra-dimensional beasts that populate the alternate dimension, cut to a young man named Ethan White who now found himself transmigrated into this deadly world, forced to fight like everyone else for survival. Will he live or will he die? If your curious, read this to find out. 

In a vast universe where countless worlds intertwine, the heavens are nothing but illusions. True power lies not in following the natural order, but in conquering it. To live is to embrace the laws of nature, but to transcend is to challenge them—to fight against the inevitable and carve out your own destiny. This is the story of being, a man who defies fate and rises from the ashes of despair. He walks the path of survival, seeking the truth beyond the heavens, determined to conquer all and uncover the mysteries that lie at the end of it all. In a world filled with wonders and dangers, where only the strong prevail, an man's journey is one of relentless pursuit, where the price of victory is everything, and the cost of failure is oblivion. The journey of a man to the wast unknown Basic Realms Qi Concentration Realm:The starting point of cultivation, where practitioners begin refining and gathering Qi. Foundation Realm:After accumulating enough Qi, cultivators strengthen their foundation, laying the groundwork for future breakthroughs. Core Formation Realm:A critical stage where the cultivator forms a core, allowing for more profound control over their Qi and significant power increases. Upper Realms Martial Master Realm:The beginning of advanced cultivation, where practitioners master martial techniques and begin to harness Qi in battle. Martial King Realm:A realm of rulers, where the cultivator gains the power to dominate others and has a longer lifespan. Martial Saint Realm:A near-legendary realm where the cultivator has surpassed ordinary limits, commanding vast power and respect. God Realms Martial God Realm:Beyond mortality, cultivators in this realm wield divine power, embodying the peak of martial strength.Boundless God Realm:The ultimate realm, where the cultivator has transcended all limitations, attaining near-omnipotence and mastery over the laws of the universe. Each realm has 4 smaller realm's Early ,Mid , late ,peak