Hard Boiled Noir

Dans la magnifique ère interstellaire, l'humanité a finalement développé la technologie de téléportation, mais lorsqu'ils essaient de se téléporter, ils ne sont pas envoyés dans le futur, le passé, ou sur une terre connue des hommes... Cet espace mystérieux est appelé le Sanctuaire de Dieu, où vivent de nombreuses créatures inconnues. Ici, les humains feront le plus grand bond dans leur évolution pour créer l'époque la plus glorieuse de l'histoire. "Scarabée noir à sang sacré tué. Âme de bête du scarabée noir de sang sacré acquise. Mangez la viande du scarabée noir de sang sacré pour obtenir de 0 à 10 points de geno aléatoirement."

Après la Catastrophe, chaque règle du monde fut réécrite. À l'Ère du Fer Noir, l'acier, le fer, les moteurs à vapeur et la force de combat sont devenus le pivot sur lequel les êtres humains devaient s'appuyer pour survivre. Un garçon du peuple nommé Zhang Tie a été choisi par les dieux de la fortune et s'est vu offrir un petit arbre capable de produire constamment divers fruits merveilleux. En même temps, Zhang Tie fut jeté dans les flammes de la guerre, une guerre de trois cents ans entre les humains et les démons sur le continent désert. Utilisant des cristaux pour exploiter les potentiels du corps humain, il faut cultiver pour devenir plus fort. Les légendes palpitantes de clans mystérieux, les secrets des fantasmes Orientaux, d'innombrables trésors et héritages dans le monde souterrain — Tout cela au Château de Fer Noir ! Écrit par Tigre Ivre, ce roman est un exemple parfait de fantasy steampunk. Laissons-nous voyager à travers le monde des possibilités et des inventions illimitées ensemble ! ------ **Attention : Ce roman contient du contenu pour adultes**

``` "William Cole, je vous ai ramené votre femme à la maison." Un jeune homme est sorti d'une BMW noire. La femme de William Cole, Ruth Dawn, est également sortie du siège passager. L'homme a levé les yeux, croisant le regard de William à la fenêtre du deuxième étage, et a souri : "Alors, qu'en dites-vous ? Dois-je la monter ?" ```

The Main Character transmigrate into an Immortal Cultivation World, but because the Spirit Root is really poor, the Main Character who has been practicing for twenty years, is still at the second level of Qi Refining. After learning from the painful experience, the Main Character came to the mortal city and prepared to marry a wife and live a free life. However, he unexpectedly obtained the system of having many children and many blessings. The higher the wife's cultivation level, the more experience points he will gain. The better the Spirit Root of the children, the more attribute points he will receive, as well as surprise gift packs. A few years later, the Main Character would stand on the top of the universe, overlooking the world with the help of his system and his family!

This is a story of a scoundrel's rebirth. There are sleazy and sinister elements here, as well as boiling blood; There are beautiful women chasing after here, and there are those who persistently pursue; Everything you can think of and everything you can't imagine

Zhou Yu was ordered to enter the city and get married. Even though my wife didn't like me, my father-in-law disapproved of me, my colleagues always wanted to bully me, and the bad guys were always looking to take me down, but touch me, that's fine, touch my wife, that's not. Whoever lays a hand on her, I'll take down. I fought until the whole world bowed down, then returned to the village with my wife in glory!

An unnamed scout, sacrificed on the battlefield of the Southern Border, is miraculously reborn in an alternate universe. Unexpectedly, he becomes a shaman of the Orc Kingdom, even more, a rare Dragon Shaman that appears once in a millennium. What's more, he is cursed with the Blood Sacrifice of the vilest magic pet! What lies behind this curse? A charming beauty of the Fox Tribe, a Mermaid Princess from the Abyss Kingdom, a mysterious Clam Girl from the East, a Swan Warrior maiden, who is the very embodiment of an angel, all these arrive at his side one by one. Mysterious Panda Warriors from the Eastern Panta Clan, powerful Elephant Warriors of the Orephin Clan, the invincible Whale Knights of the Banilou Tribe, from the deep sea, to the formidable warriors of Summer Palace will follow our protagonist on the stage of a grand war, carving their own path to glory. Witness how our protagonist confronts his new identity, challenges the formidable human magic and invincible legions with the heroic Orc war-song. Witness how our protagonist take on the identity of the Double Dragon Shaman to defeat the Dragon Knights, leading the Bimon warriors, whose brilliance is gradually fading, and penning a saga of zero mortality amidst the battle with foreign invaders!

Zheng Ming, who had transmigrated to another world, carried with him a set of Hero Cards which, given enough Prestige Points, could summon the heroes from these cards: With the power of these heroes, you could cut down enemies while on horseback, scale walls and rooftops with ease, unleash a Celestial Flying Immortal attack, and even command the might to bewitch the heavens and earth! Of course, riding your sword through the Nine Heavens, vanquishing demons between earth and sky was not just a dream, nor was it impossible to transform into the Ancient Golden Crow, scorching the heavens and boiling the seas...

Hundreds of people across the planet disappeared for a week before returning with no recollection of the phenomena. The media, government response was nonexistent, life carried on quickly. A month later inside the Japanese apartment home of Paige Stevens, an old friend considered long dead, appears. He remembers everything, even seeing Paige there too. She’s a big a part of it too. With what he has seen lies a warning. There's war brewing and it's about to boil over. Only, there's more to Paige than she ever imagined.

At Shimakaze Academy, she’s the new girl who’s caught everyone’s attention—clever enough to skip a grade and now sharing classes with her older brother. Charming, mysterious, and with admirers aplenty, she seems like the ideal girl… but there’s one secret. She’s actually a he. Will he be able to keep his cover? And with admirers falling left and right, can he find love without revealing his true self? Find out in this funny, heartfelt tale of hidden identity, unexpected romance, and a touch of drama.

“Was trying to forget my past and live a peaceful life… a mistake?” His twentieth birthday was supposed to be a celebration, not his final moments—bleeding out on a bed, betrayed, and left to die. 'Taking the life of a ‘good’ person makes you a murderer, but taking the life of a ‘bad’ one makes you a savior… Why?' As death embraced him, he whispered his final words— “The world’s kindness, right till the end..” …Only to wake up in an unfamiliar body. “Wait… I’m Noir Ravenlock?” A doomed heir, born to rule the world yet bound to a fate engraved with blood. In a world where morality shapes strength, survival demands more than just power—it demands understanding. And Noir, a man or perhaps a demon who once saw the world through twisted eyes, may just see something no one else can. --------- Author here, letting you know that this novel isn't 'generic' so expect a unique story. if you are a fan of LOTM and RI then this novel might pique your interest. -------- For a detailed review by the author, check 'reviews'.

Grand Mage Noir yearns for another adventure, but being too powerful has made the thrill all but disappear. With nothing else to do, he spends his days watching others' journeys through his crystal ball—treating them like TV shows. That is, until Kald, the hero of one of his favorite ongoing adventure, delivers a heartwarming speech on how "Anyone can go on an adventure!" Moved by these words, Noir decides to embark on a truly fulfilling adventure—no matter the cost!

*Sigh* Hello there, Foreign Constellations. The name's Rose... *Runs a hand through hair exasperatedly* I was the 70th Floor Administrator for a Tower called "Aligor's Return"; but upon the sudden deletion of an important Administrator of another Tower, I'm now forced to transfer Towers and manage six additional floors. *Sigh* I could barely manage one floor. What makes the Gods assume I can handle seven floors in total? Especially since this new Tower is infested with Regressors, Reincarnators, and plain old Fortune Tellers. What am I supposed to do? *Sigh* I hope I get along well with my fellow Administrators. I feel like I might need their help...

Discord: https://discord.gg/2pp2DermTh A remake of another novel I created. Kazuki Takumi Amagiri was always a kid with a troubling life, abusive parents, poverty, being bullied at school you know the usual sob story that probably goes in a documentary for the early life of a serial killer or something. Throughout his life he's always wondered if maybe the reason world hates him was because he had the audacity to exist. But through a series of events he met his best friend and was introduced to a series of games where he found his spark of resilience to carry on in life in a character named Markus one of the main antagonists of the book. And ten years later he's a university student, dormmates with his best friend and is just about to finish getting his degrees. He'd also just finished playing the third installment in a his favorite video game franchise All was going well in life, things were looking up until in one cruel twist it was over, no fanfare, no "going out with a bang", Kazuki's life just fizzled out like a candle in the wind. Curiously though, Kazuki's story was not over as he found himself in the body of "Markus" at the start of his story. How will this strangely ironic twist of fate change the world at large? And more importantly how will it change our main character?

Ragnar "Vault" Noir was a chemist about to change the world—until someone stole his discovery and took all the credit. Then, somehow, he died. Or at least, he thought he did. He was neither dead nor alive. He wakes up under the glow of seven moons and three suns, in a world ruled by massive towers and ancient gods. The people here are devout believers, sometimes chosen by the gods to fulfill their destiny. Jumpers wander freely, unrestrained by mortal limits—blessed by the gods with enigmatic powers. Some can bend the elements, others manipulate time or heal wounds with a touch. But Vault wasn’t chosen. He wasn’t even supposed to be here. Even with this strange new world in front of him, he can’t forget what was stolen from him.

In this world, Each person been granted a ring when they born to this world. Each ring possessed a different kind of abilities. Many use for working, Some become heroes, And some use it for evil . In certain cases, For a ring that have strange and worthless abilities, you just a regular person. Just like Noir. One day change everything It all started when Noir found a mysterious ring. The ring that hold great power. The ring that will change his life. The rings that will brings him to the Hierachy. Heroes, Villain. What will he choose? The rest is up to him.

Kowloon has endured for over a millennium, its people hidden beneath the surface, believing themselves to be the last of humanity. The Yaozhi Dynasty has ruled unchallenged while believing its Mandate from Heaven is unbreakable. When Keung, the Emperor's nephew, executes a key rebel leader, everyone expects the conflict to die down. Instead, it boils hotter than ever before; a new leader in the South takes charge, the rebellion grows more violent, and the loyalties of the Emperor’s allies are tested. Meanwhile, something stirs high above Kowloon; for the first time in their ancient history, the surface has uncovered their existence.

Hell is much creepier than you think. Forget the flames, the demonized figure, the multitude of the damned. Beneath the underworld's scorched surface, Hell boasted a governance of unholy precision. They reveled in their flawless hirerachy and their arrogance, fuelled by eons of self-admiration, finally boiled over. Crawling forth in their thousands to unleash total annihilation upon their eternal adversary; earth. Era who has seen what it is like to suffer in the hands of the possessed, picked up the reigns of exorcism which was currently regarded as Earth's most thriving business. Exorcism was second to the need of food and water. It was more lucrative than the entertainment industry and heavily influenced by earth's leaders. He was a blend of contradictions; adorable and perlious, captivating and enigmatic. His good looks made him a renowned figure in both realms, while his mastery of stealth earned him a reputation as a cunning and elusive presence. He believed if humans knew the truth, no one would be poor enough to serve the rich. An arranged marriage brought them to be. The need to stop exorcism and the desire to wipe out demons, bringing mankind healing brought them closer and further apart. But what none saw coming was the possibility of a greater evil than Azrael, demonic manifestations, and several lives lost in the name of revealing the truth. |On hold for now and there are future plans for continuation soon|

Just me venting my feelings to words! You don't have to read it though.

When Evelyn Perkins walks into his cramped office at Pacific Assurance & Indemnity, she brings more than just questions about her husband's supposed suicide. She brings trouble. The police say Randall Perkins, a quiet accountant, put a bullet in his own brain. His widow says otherwise. As Slade digs deeper, he uncovers a deadly web of lies that spans from smoke-filled jazz clubs to the highest offices of City Hall. With a seductive sister-in-law, corrupt cops, and a notorious nightclub owner all playing their parts in this deadly game, Slade will need more than his Army training and investigator's instincts to survive. In a city where everyone has something to hide, the truth could be his last case. THE PERKINS PREDICAMENT is a hard-boiled noir thriller that weaves murder, blackmail, and forbidden romance into a tale of corruption that reaches from the gutters to the penthouses of 1950s Los Angeles.

A 13-year-old Australian boy was part of the Melbourne Victory FC youth academy; he was chosen by the youth academy management to participate in an exchange program with Manchester United in England. Will he grab this golden opportunity and make a name of himself in the football world, or will he fail and return to Australia?

Le vent soufflait avec violence sur les falaises d’Ærindell, soulevant des vagues qui venaient s’écraser contre la roche noire. Perchée au sommet, dominant l’océan et les terres du royaume, l’Académie d’Arcadia s’élevait telle une forteresse intemporelle. Kaelen Valdris était immobile devant le gigantesque portail d’entrée, contemplant les immenses tours d’obsidienne et de verre. Il serra le poing, ressentant une colère sourde monter en lui. "C’est ici que tout commence."

A NEET, wasting away in front of his computer, raging at a toxic online game—until a sudden heart attack ended his life. But death wasn’t the end. In a strange white void, he met a mysterious deity—the very player who caused his final loss. Given a chance to reincarnate, He made one simple wish: to laze around and enjoy life. The deity agreed. With a catch. Unknown to him he must earn his peaceful life, He must first survive in a new world—a vast, medieval fantasy realm filled with warring kingdoms, powerful magic, and terrifying monsters. With a sharp mind, a lazy streak, and an ever-growing thirst for power, He must navigate this dangerous world, outsmart those who would use him, and find a way to secure the easy life he was promised. But as tensions rise and war looms, one thing becomes clear: The lazy life might just be the hardest goal of all.

3rd WSA2025 ENTRY, I'm never giving up, you here me!. For all you interested readers, please do try to give this story a try, I assure you it's far better than it seems!. _________________________________________ NOIR Born with extraordinary abilities that no human should possess, Noir's earliest memory isn't of his birth parents, it's of blood-stained grass and haunting howls echoing through the night. Found and adopted by an elderly couple who should have run screaming, they instead chose to embrace the impossible child who could leap across rooftops and communicate with wild beasts. For sixteen years, Noir has tried to tame the feral power thrumming beneath his skin. His adoptive parents' unwavering love helped, but there's only so much you can learn about being "normal" when you accidentally shatter doors or find yourself growling at the neighborhood dogs and winning. Now, his parents insist it's time for him to experience real life, high school. But how do you fit in when you can sense everyone's darkest secrets?. While the scent of fear makes your mouth water?. As Noir struggles to keep his beast hidden behind his façade of normal high schooler, he uncovers disturbing signs that he's not the only one hiding supernatural secrets in the halls of East Ridge High. The truth about his murdered parents is out there. And it's hunting him. Some beasts are born. Others are created. Noir must discover which one he is before it's too late. _________________________________________

Kagura a gamer body suddenly woke up in a fantasy world. What's even more strange is that his appearance has changed. He looked quite cute and small. As reality struck him yes he looked like a girl now but he wasn't really a girl . The form he took was the form of his character in a game he used to play. He was messing around and made his character feminine but that character was still a boy in the gender option Somehow he turned into girl looking god and has powers enough to destroy this world But he didn't travel around the world or conquer the world quite the opposite He is a lazy guy who Is a chill guy with no enemies so he built his own kingdom where monsters and humans lived Due to creating a kingdom like this his life wasn't going to be peaceful at all

The World of Relisquae had long see a the great kingdom of Volantis. Whoever found the kingdom would meet the princess, and be granted one wish. Thus, a group of adventurers join together to find this mysterious kingdom as well as fight a great evil.

la terre a été envahi par des monstres d'une autre dimension pour se défendre, l'humanité a construit d'immenses murs sur lesquelles des gardes en noirs sont chargés de veiller avec leurs armes à resonance.