Midnight In The Garden Of Good And Evil Southern

Eve Thompson found herself waking up in the bed of S City's most eligible bachelor with his arm around her waist, but she only had her mother's words in her mind. "Make sure nobody finds out you're disguised as your sister," she told her, looking at the fake birthmark drawn with makeup on her remaining daughter's face. "You have to get Mr. Charlie to marry you, everything we have depends on it!" said she. It was a shame, for the man beside him closely resembled the man she'd lost many years ago. Anthony Charlie's favor with women was notoriously hard to gain, but in a drunken stupor, he crawled under the sheets with the woman beside her, enticed by the memory of someone he'd lost long ago that this woman resembled. However, she never had a birthmark. It could never be her. Was their encounter coincidental? What would their hidden past reveal!? Join Eve Thompson on her exciting journey of courtship and political espionage as she steps into the shoes of her twin sister's now-abandoned life and tries to save her family by winning the heart of the mysterious bachelor, Anthony Charlie!

This story revolves around the divine garden and its inhabitants and their disobedience to its creator. Are they doomed to despair, or will they find their way among the disarray, or maybe the answers lie in the mysteries of the past? 

In a world where magic thrives and mythical beasts lurk in the shadows, Tohgi Akura is born into the unforgiving southern district of Vandekar, a lawless land ruled by bandits and plagued by poverty. Despite his humble beginnings, Tohgi harbors an audacious dream: to achieve that dream he must become a Knight, a title synonymous with honor, power, and nobility. His raw talent rivals the elite, but his lack of noble heritage leaves him scorned by the privileged. Yet, Tohgi’s unwavering determination and resilience catch the attention of influential figures who see potential in the unrefined boy. With their assistance, Tohgi rises through the ranks, challenging a society built to keep people like him in the dirt. But ambition has its price. As Tohgi carves his path toward greatness, his defiance against the status quo ignites conflicts that spiral into devastating wars. In his quest to protect those he loves and what he stands for, Tohgi must grapple with the weight of his choices and the sacrifices demanded by his legacy. Will Tohgi Akura go down in history as a hero, a tyrant or just another man. His story is one of ambition, loyalty, and the unrelenting cost of dreams. Do not hesitate to comment your thoughts at any point in the story, it would bring me great joy to be able to interact with readers of my work. I hope to see you on the other side. PS: Bold text indicates the use of magic, parenthesis () indicates thought. Thank you! Enjoy! :)

Adih, the Seventh Prince of the Radiant Kingdon, is set to explore the Realm of Magic, Hellish Abyss, and High Heaven to find the epitome of his potential. However, along the way, he needs to collect Male Partners for his... Dual Cultivation Method?!? Join Adih as he seek love, lust, and power! ...... The story is written in First POV. This is a BL Dual Cultivation novel. Lots of seggs happening here, tread carefully. No 17 below!

A group of explorers soon make it to a mysterious island proud to be the first humans to get there, but their happiness was cut short the group was separated by mysterious oddities. They now must fight monsters left to right and try to escape this island alive and well under the help of a young demon to stay alive. Their young sensei will teach them how to survive, and kick the butts of whoever opposes them. ** The novel was inspired by a song called; SODIKKEN - HANSEL, while I was walking home from school. (人*´∀｀)｡*ﾟ+

Kim Byeol, a successful data scientist in his professional life, finds herself in a favorite novel, The Heavenly Demon Chronicles. In the martial arts world of ancient China, she was a disposable member of the average clan. She decided to use her knowledge of novels to change the tragic lives of the characters she admired. In doing so, would she be able to rise to the top of the martial arts world and change both the fate of the main character facing a bad ending and her own fate?

"You are Alice!" She doesn't know what her name is, but she's sure that it is not what they claim. Waking up in the middle of an unpleasant place, and then meeting an unpleasant child then finally calls her to a name she's familiar with but has a different feeling over it, she claims, "I'm not Alice!"

Five lifelong friends - Benjamin, the extroverted thrill-lover. Brittany, the kind-hearted manipulator of empathy. Jeremiah, the carefree confusion-maker. Karina, the justice-seeking boundary tester. And Sybiel, the cunning go-with-the-flow individual - have always seemed inseparable. When Benjamin proposes a ruthless "game" that challenges their wits and deception skills, the friends are lured into his fiendishly constructed Garden of Lair. This labyrinth of lies, betrayals, and shifting alliances plunges them into a twisted reality where nothing is as it appears. As they navigate the treacherous maze, the true cost of victory becomes clear-the potential destruction of everything they hold dear. In the end, only one can claim the prize, if they're willing to sacrifice. "Garden of Lair" is a haunting tale that probes the delicate threads of human relationships. This mind-bending psychological thriller explores the allure of deception and the extremes individuals will go to shield their darkest truths. Welcome to the Garden of Lair, a den of playful snares where the boundaries between friend and foe blur, and the price of triumph may shatter the very bonds that once united them.

With only months to live, Meisen abandoned the bustling city, seeking peace in a quiet forest—but instead found something far more terrifying. A shadowy figure, silent and relentless, consumed him, draining his life as he screamed for another chance. Just when everything faded to black, he woke—alive, but in a strange new world. Reborn into a world where magic holds power, Meisen’s new life is only beginning.

Born of the Evil Dragon is set in a low-magic world. The story unfolds in a once-great empire that has crumbled under its own weight—its power, splintered by internal corruption, external invasions, and a cataclysmic coup. At the heart of this world is Evius Draconis, a young man with a mysterious past, raised not by the fallen human royal family but by a mercantile elven family. His upbringing was shaped by the wisdom and ancient traditions of the elves, rather than the decadence of imperial royalty. While his ties to the empire are deep and complicated, Evius himself stands apart, forged by a different heritage. The story begins with the coup orchestrated by Casso Isetus, the leader of the Black Dragon Syndicate, who overthrows the emperor Edric Valedraco. Under the guise of saving the nation, Casso swiftly gains control of the palace and the empire, but his true motives soon become clear: power for its own sake. He betrays the emperor, murders the empress Aurelia Valedarco and the crown prince Dorian Valedarco, and installs himself as the ruler of the land. With the fall of the imperial family, the nation plunges into chaos, its people suffering under Casso’s brutal rule. Amidst this upheaval, Evius emerges as a figure of resistance. Though not of royal blood, he possesses the strategic brilliance and leadership qualities instilled in him by his elven guardians. With a small band of loyal allies, he embarks on a perilous journey to reclaim the empire, fighting not only against Casso's forces but against the very spirit of the empire’s destruction. Along the way, Evius uncovers the bitter truth: he is not so different from the tyrant he fights. To revive the empire, he must face the darkness within himself—his ambition, his willingness to sacrifice, and the terrible power that awaits him. Born of the Evil Dragon is an epic tale of revival and ruin, loyalty and betrayal, hope and despair. It delves deep into the complexity of power, exploring whether one can retain their humanity when faced with the temptations of vengeance and ambition. It is a story about the price of restoring a broken world, and the personal sacrifices required to achieve something greater than oneself.

--- The Novel "The Evil Friend" Translated - Comedy - Action - Fantasy - "Each of us fights their own battle in life." What if it all turned out to be just a shallow philosophy with no real substance?! What if you were thrown into the world of your favorite novel and were asked to engage in battles for survival?! Welcome to the world of "Deconel Hayes," where a massive war breaks out between humanity and the Phyllis. Give it your all to survive. "Damn it! How can they ask me to join a war 7 years after it started when most of the survivors barely managed to live on this planet?! They want me to enter and die right away?!" Rylan screamed in disbelief... Hmmm... Or should we say, the lowlife Casper...? ---

Owen Asterisk is a background person. He has friends but no good friend or best friend. Even his mom and dad neglect him for his sister but it is okay. He did not mind it at all. He found love in novels, fanfiction, anime and manga. He very strongly believed in the existence of the supernatural and always wanted to get a grasp of it, but at the age of 24 he finally realised .......... it was all a lie. There is nothing like that. There were no heros or villans, there were no devils, no angel (or fallen angel) no dragons and no parallel reality. IT WAS ALL A LIE. But the question is that, will it be a lie for long? Watch as the world of Owen (Figuratively AND Literally) takes a huge turn when he discovers a golden lamp

In a remote, ancient manor hidden deep within a mystical forest, Evelyn, a spirited and independent young woman with an urban style, seeks solitude and a fresh start after purchasing the property at a bargain price. However, her dreams of a quiet life are shattered when she discovers that the manor is haunted by the spirit of Lady Genevieve Blackwood, a noblewoman wrongfully accused of murder centuries ago. As Evelyn navigates the eerie and enchanting world of the manor, she encounters Damien, a mysterious and brooding figure who has been tied to the manor’s tragic past. Drawn together by fate, Evelyn and Damien form an unexpected bond as they unravel the dark secrets surrounding Genevieve’s death. Whispers of betrayal and hidden truths echo through the halls, urging Evelyn to uncover the real story behind the manor’s haunting. As the pair delves deeper into the manor’s history, they uncover a web of intrigue involving powerful enemies, jealousy, and a quest for vengeance that has lingered for generations. Together, they must confront their fears, face the remnants of the past, and ultimately decide whether they can rewrite history to bring justice to Genevieve’s name. Filled with elements of romance, mystery, and fantasy, this tale explores themes of redemption, love, and the fight for truth in a world shrouded in darkness. Evelyn’s journey transforms from a quest for solitude into a daring adventure, where she discovers the power of connection, courage, and the enduring strength of the human spirit.

Young Willow and her friend Alexis find themselves in a prestigious known for there excelling in the new curriculum which apparently involves groups . So together they form e group named Twelve with two of there other friends , but then the teacher decides to unify there group with another group which was formed by Xander's little brother Zander which he named the Midnight gang but they didn't they enough members . So they join with the twelve to form twelve is midnight which as a group struggles to put away there differences in order to be the best group in the school thus forcing them to work together in order to defeat other groups .

My name is Renzou. When I was a child, people always called me strange. I don’t know why—maybe it was because I was different from everyone else. But my grandmother… she always said, “You’re a good kid,” and made me feel like everything was okay. I didn’t have a family. My grandmother found me abandoned in the forest years ago and raised me. When I turned 15, I lost her. From that day on, I was alone. I was sad, but somehow, life went on. I stayed in the temple where my grandmother had lived until I was 18. At first, things were manageable, but over time, everything started to change. The food lost its taste, and no matter how much I ate, I could never feel full. During those days, the strange voices I used to hear as a child grew louder. They always said the same thing: “I’m hungry…” One night, everything happened all at once. The ground beneath me cracked, and a blinding light appeared. In the blink of an eye, a portal opened and pulled me in. When I came to, I was in a completely different place. Crumbling buildings, gigantic monsters fighting one another… everything was pure chaos. I had no idea where I was, but one thing was clear—I had to survive.

Laiza Danford has lived her entire life at the beck and call of her family, enslaved by the desire of their love attention. Always being compared and living in the shadows of her twin. Detested by all even by the one she hoped will be her escape from her damned fate only for every thing to blow up in her face, pushed to death she promises to come back to destroy.

A noble girl who cares for only books and knowledge, not giving a single thought about marriage or what others think of her. She meets a commoner boy in a garden and their meeting keeps growing and growing, like the many flowers that grow. But lies grow the more they meet. Here, in the garden of lies, their tragic love begins.

Liang Wei , a struggling college student burdened by debt and family obligations, stumbles upon a pawnshop that only opens at midnight. The shop, hidden away in a forgotten alley, is owned by a mysterious man known as Mr. Shen, The items in this shop aren't your ordinary goods—each one holds strange, magical powers or dark histories, and every trade comes with an unpredictable cost. Liang Wei, desperate for money, takes a job as Mr. Shen’s assistant, but quickly discovers that the Midnight Pawnshop deals in more than just items—it trades in people's fates. Each customer who enters the shop exchanges something intangible, like time, memories, or talents, and often leaves altered, for better or worse. While learning the ropes, Liang Wei begins to notice a pattern in the customers: many are linked by fate, their lives intertwined in ways that seem too coincidental. Soon, Liang Wei uncovers that Mr. Shen himself has a hidden agenda—he’s collecting these trades for an unknown, larger purpose that may have cosmic consequences.

A nuisance to society Trash in the entertainment industry A molester. To everyone, this was Huo Yao. But who was Huo Yao or rather, who was Huo Yaoyao? She was the little princess of the Huo family, the beloved daughter of the Heavens and the ruler of the Underworld. Watch as Huo Yaoyao kicks her enemies to the curb and slaps the faces of netizens, becoming the most influential person with an indifferent look. However, this influential male god doesn't want to let her go."Xiao Yaoyao, let's get married."

***TRIGGER WARNING: this book will contain many themes: Graphic violence or gore Sexual assault or abuse Self-harm or suicide Mental illness or psychological trauma Dubious consent or non-consensual situations Depictions of unhealthy relationships or emotional manipulation Explicit sexual content Death or mortality themes Themes related to abuse of power or control this book is a dark fantasy so please read with caution*** Midnight Moonlight, a princess born in the underworld but was taken to the human realm for protection now goes by the name Lilian Chesterfield, has to learn that her best friend of 13 years is a vampire prince and that her reoccurring nightmares are memories sent from her childhood protector Ari; in turn forcing her to return to her birthplace after being killed and in order to survive she must learn to unlock her full potential of her gift and take back her rightful throne from the werewolf tyrant Chen who murdered her family. This dark fantasy however is no fairytale as Midnight must endure months of trauma and training to control and harness her magick as a fiery passion between her best friend goes sideways. Midnight Moonlight (Book 1 in the midnight flower series) Text copyright © jazola™ 2013 The moral right of the author has been asserted. All rights reserved. This sort is published subject to the condition that it shall not be reproduced or retransmitted in whole or in part, in any manner, without the written consent of the copyright holder, and any infringement of this is a violation of copyright law. A single copy of the materials available in this story may be made, solely for personal, non commercial use. Individuals must preserve any copyright or other notices contained in or associated with them. Users may not distribute said copies to others, whether or not in electronic form or in hard copy, without prior written consent of the materials. This here is a work of fiction crafted from my very brain. So I ask nicely to please not steal, copy, or use my story in any manner whatsoever. If you do, I will report you. Thank you and enjoy! Draft Started: November 18, 2013 Final book result End date: October 13,2023

Damien Rogers' felt his life was shattered the night that his mother was murdered by a demon. His father saved him that night, but the memory never left. Now a detective in Seattle, Damien hunts the supernatural, using the resources of the police department, determined to find answers. The more he uncovers, the closer he gets to the very creatures that tore his life apart. The line between hunter and hunted is razor thin—and the monsters are getting closer.

In the isolated town of Raventhorn, where shadows linger long after the sun sets, a series of mysterious disappearances sparks the interest of Arya, a fiercely independent woman with a troubled past. A tip-off leads her to the infamous Club Midnight, a place steeped in secrets, where the city's elite mingle in the dark corners of its opulent interior. But inside, Arya discovers more than she bargained for—something ancient, something lurking beneath the surface. As Arya delves deeper into the town’s sinister underbelly, she uncovers a dangerous conspiracy, one tied to missing people and shrouded in the whispers of a long-forgotten legacy. Her investigation leads her into the dangerous web of the Syndicate, an organization that thrives in the shadows, where every alliance is fragile, and every betrayal costs more than anyone is willing to pay. Amidst the chaos, Arya's path crosses with a figure from her past—a man she once trusted, now an enigmatic presence who holds the key to the dark mysteries surrounding Raventhorn. As she navigates her own doubts and desires, Arya must decide whether to confront the ghosts of her past or embrace the power she’s built for herself in order to uncover the truth. But in Raventhorn, nothing is as it seems, and every secret uncovered only leads to a greater, more dangerous mystery. As Arya finds herself drawn deeper into a world where power, betrayal, and violence are the only currencies, she faces an impossible choice: to remain in the shadows, or to rise and take control of the legacy that could define or destroy her. Will Arya be able to uncover the truth behind the missing people, or will the dark forces of Raventhorn consume her as they have so many others before her?

the Evil Beast" is a gripping tale of love, redemption, and the battle between light and darkness, with twists that will leave you breathless.

Amelia lives a quiet life in the small coastal town of Eastbay, where every night she escapes to the beach, seeking solace in the waves. One fateful evening, she encounters Elias, a mysterious and brooding man who claims to have been pulled from another time by an enchanted storm. Drawn to him in ways she cannot explain, Amelia is plunged into a world where reality and myth collide. As their connection deepens, Amelia learns that Elias is searching for answers to a past shrouded in secrets, and the ocean may hold the key. Together, they unravel ancient mysteries of the Midnight Sea, discovering long-lost magic and forbidden love. But darker forces stir beneath the surface, threatening to tear them apart. As Amelia’s life intertwines with Elias’s, she must choose between the life she knows and the dangerous, thrilling world that calls to her heart.