Cracked Mirror

When museum intern Clara Sommers is assigned to catalog an old relic called the Bathory Mirror, she expects the usual: dust, folklore, maybe a forgotten legend. What she doesn’t expect is a mirror that refuses to show her reflection—one that seems to remember her. Thirteen years after stumbling across it as a child, Clara is pulled back into its orbit. But this time, the glass doesn’t just look back. It opens. Beyond it lies a world caught between memory and myth, where fragments of Clara—versions of who she might have been—wander through the strange, shifting realm known as the Mirror Aeon. And guiding her through it all? Gustav—a man she’s drawn since childhood, yet never truly met. As Clara unravels the mystery of her own fractured identity and the mirror’s eerie connection to the infamous Blood Countess, Elizabeth Bathory, she begins to question everything. Because the mirror doesn’t just reflect. It remembers. And it’s been waiting for her.

Betrayed by his master and his sworn brothers, Shen Yao was burned alive at the gates of immortality — cursed with Mortal Lock, doomed never to reincarnate. But fate cracked. Ten years before his fall, he awakens again — reborn with the Infernal Immortality System buried in his soul flame. This time, revenge is only the start. To claim what was stolen, Shen Yao will rise as the first mortal-born Flame Immortal — and burn the world to rewrite the heavens.

Skylar James is no stranger to struggle. A 20-year-old underdog surviving on scholarship, late-night shifts, and self-made grit, she moves through life with her guard high and her heart locked. Masculine-presenting, proud, and emotionally guarded, Skylar has one rule never need anyone. Avery Sinclair has everything money can buy status, luxury, a last name that opens doors before she knocks. But privilege doesn’t protect her from silence. Cold family expectations, a curated image, and an identity wrapped in gold chains keep her from asking the question she fears most: Who am I without all this armor? They are both studs. Both dominant. Both used to leading, never chasing. And neither of them has ever looked twice at someone who looked like the mirror. Until now. When a random locker assignment turns into tension that simmers in silence, Skylar and Avery find themselves circling a connection they both deny. It’s not attraction. It can’t be. They don’t fit. They’re not supposed to. But glances linger too long. Words cut too deep. And slowly, their carefully built personas begin to crack. As lines blur and walls close in, the question isn’t whether they’re falling it’s whether they’ll let themselves. Because love between two studs? That’s uncharted. Forbidden. Beautiful. And if they let it… it might just ruin them or set them free.

Have you ever regretted your past so deeply that you'd give anything to go back and change it? Elsa Williams, a hardworking woman, still finds herself haunted by her high school years. Not a day goes by without her mind drifting back to that particular moment—one she wishes she could erase or rewrite. If only she could find a time machine, Elsa would travel back and undo the mistakes that continue to weigh heavily on her heart. But when Elsa unexpectedly wakes up in her past, will she have the courage to face what she once ran from? Can she uncover the missing pieces and finally make peace with herself? Read on to find out.

Lucas Zhang never believed in fate—until the dreams began. A cryptic mirror. A whisper in Mandarin. An ancient eye that sees beyond lies. When his vision begins to crack reality itself, Lucas uncovers a hidden war of symbols, illusions, and forgotten bloodlines. What if the world you see… is the greatest illusion of all? Unlock the Tianmu. Face the Unknown.

Merin is reincarnated into a new world.  After he died in his previous world. And the new world is an extraordinary world. He is full of curiosity and fear for the new world. But he is born in the new world as a tree. Struck in a place. To explore the new world, he tries to find way to escape from his tree body, or transforms himself to a humanoid. In the process, he finds the reason he reincarnated into this world.  A mirror, that can send his soul to reincarnate into new worlds. Authors note- The first volume would be of Merin's life in another world and as a human.

The world ended before he could take his own life. Yash Roy had nothing left — no family, no future, only debt and despair. But when the sky cracked open and forgotten gods awakened, Yash was chosen by something ancient. Not to become a hero — but to survive. With white eyes, ash-stained skin, and a broken soul, he begins building a shelter for the lost. This is not the story of a savior. This is the story of a boy who lost everything… and still chose to protect others.

And Just Like That Everything Changed! ...... They came from the sea—giants of stone and molten light. In seconds, Ethan village was torn apart. His mother crushed. His siste.... Ethan ran. But the ground split. A shard of black stone slid into his palm— And as his rage exploded, the stone meet with the heart shaped stone he found earlier. His body cracked. His skin turned to shale. And before he could save anyone, he became the very thing he feared. Now there's nothing left. No family. No home. Only the monster in his veins—

Zhǐ Ruò, a dying billionaire heiress, is granted a second chance to relive her life and correct her past mistakes. Armed with the knowledge of future events and the subtle power of an antique mirror, she avoids a disastrous marriage, uncovers corporate conspiracies, and finds true love with an unconventional artist, Lì Chen. Together, they fight against those who seek to exploit the mirror's power, ultimately shaping a better future while grappling with the responsibilities and consequences of manipulating time and fate.

“This isn’t the story they told to you. The fairy dust turned cold and blue…” In a land once ruled by bedtime tales and happily-ever-afters, something ancient stirs beneath the rhymes. The Oracle’s Mirror has shattered, and the dreams of a kingdom have cracked with it. Now, the forgotten and the broken rise. Meet the Fallen... cursed versions of beloved characters twisted by time, pain, and truth. A sleeping princess who doesn’t dream. A spider-girl who whispers in silk. A Queen of Glass whose slipper became a weapon. A boy who falls through endless mirrors. Each chapter retells a dark fairytale you thought you knew... until the thirteenth chime strikes. Once upon a nightmare, the story begins again.

Jin Yeong was just another office worker—forgettable, unremarkable, and stuck in a life that never went anywhere. He wasn’t strong. He wasn’t talented. In a world of ambition, he was just… there. Then, the sky cracked open. A voice echoed across the world, mocking humanity’s weakness. A system was given. A chance to survive. People awakened powerful abilities—fire, lightning, super strength. Jin got this: [Limitless Weapon Mastery] "Any weapon you wield is used at its maximum potential." No fire. No magic. No enhancements. Just a simple skill? But soon he and the world will learn a simple truth: It’s not about what you wield. It’s about how you wield it.

When the mirror appears, it's said that the mind has reached its breaking point. For Ryo Kobayashi, a teenager consumed by the darkness of his own world, the mirror's emergence is both a curse and a catalyst. Alongside seven other individuals, each with their own demons and despair, Ryo is drawn into the mirror's abyss and transported to a realm both mysterious and terrifying. The eight strangers must navigate this eerie landscape, confronting life-threatening challenges that push their sanity and resolve to the limit. As they struggle to survive, they begin to unravel the secrets of this twisted world and the true purpose of the mirror. Will they be able to overcome their inner turmoil and work together to escape, or will they succumb to the horrors that surround them? I’ll be posting this book on royalroad.com https://www.royalroad.com/profile/613348

"Each story has reflection. No matter if it an history, mythology or fantasy, all stories have reflection.... But what do you think would happens if those own reflection became themselves? Shattered themselves and create their own reflection?" "This is the world of the mirrors that had been shattered and reformed, an world of stories and mirrors that had been shattered and born a new." {{Info: For those who read the previous version of this novel, chapter 1 and 2 are the same and story was completely changed starting at chapter 3.}}

Aoi Tsukishiro, a teenager scarred by the disappearance of his younger sister, faces a dark reflection that no longer follows him. In a world where pain manifests as echoes within mirrors, Aoi must become a Resonant to confront the wounds he’s buried deep inside. Will he be able to face his own reflection… and survive the Threshold?

Lu Jiangxian died after staying up late one night. Yet, he finds his soul trapped in a fractured, bluish-gray bronze mirror. He falls into a boundless world of immortal cultivation and finds himself in the perilous landscape of Mount Dali. There, a small family from a small village by Meiche River picked the mirror up and is bestowed with the ancient teachings of the immortal ways, heralding the dawn of a splendid new era. ------------------------------------- A message from TomCat: Hi guys... this novel was a gold I picked up recently in my reading journey. I won't be profiting from this. Just want to share this great book with my fellow readers. Hope you enjoy this. The Mirror Legacy is a novel covering Drama, Fantasy, Martial Arts, Seinen, Tragedy, Mature, Xianxia, Psychological, Mystery genres. Written by the author Ji Yueren. ------------------------------------- A message from the Translator: Heya, it’s Crow, the translator for The Mirror Legacy. I’m glad to have the opportunity to translate one of the top ten books on Qidian. This is perhaps a different type of Xianxia novel that is quite unique in its own right. Instead of following a single main character through the story, there are no main characters in this novel, or maybe everyone is a main character. After all, the main focus of the novel is the characters rather than cultivation. If I have to describe what this novel is like… then I’d say it’s a Sims 4 Legacy Challenge, but set in an eastern fantasy world. If you can find satisfaction in watching generations of a family building themselves up and enjoy books with good characters, then this is the novel for you. The story progresses slowly in the beginning, making this a great read before your bedtime or on a lazy afternoon in the cafe with a cup of tea in your hand. (You may also need a tissue box for your tears, that’s all I’m going to say.) The story starts with a guy named Lu Jiangxian who died after staying up till late to work. He transmigrated, not as a human but a mirror (a broken one at that)! Upon discovering that he could absorb the essence from moonlight and gain power from it, he decided to find ways to restore his mirror body and find out its origin. He was later picked up by Li Xiangping, a teenager from a humble farming family that soon discovered that the mysterious artifact they found could turn mortals into immortals. With such a powerful artifact in their house, they feared that tragedy could befall their family. There was only one thing for them to do—become powerful to protect their secret and family!

Due to the sudden opening of dimensional gates, massive earthquakes tore through the Earth. A deep, unearthly sound cracked across the sky — as if the world itself had been struck by a sledgehammer. The stars flickered, then vanished behind creeping waves of ash and violet light. But inside a secluded estate tucked behind electronic gates and manicured hedges, the world still slept. Ryan stirred beneath the sheets, tangled in warmth. Jane Blackwood lay beside him, her breath calm and even. For a fleeting moment, the illusion held. Then— Bang! Bang! Bang! “Ryan!” Maggi’s voice, sharp with panic. A second slam, louder. “Open the door! Now!” Ryan groaned, still half-dreaming. “What the hell’s going on…” He slid out of bed, eyes heavy, limbs slow. When he opened the door, Eleanor nearly collapsed into him. Her hands were streaked with blood, her eyes wild. “They’re here,” she whispered, “They’re here,” she whispered. “The sky cracked open and the Dimensional gate from… Monsters are pouring out as they are tearing apart humans — Ryan, this isn’t a dream. This is real. It’s happening.” He turned, pulse hammering. “Get dressed. We’re leaving for the bunkers.” Outside, the world had ended. And the dead had begun to rise. He reached for his clothes, yanking on a shirt. But just as he stepped toward the hallway. The ceiling of the household collapses on their bodies and they died instantly but the pendant given to him by his mother started flickering and next second, In the world unlike Earth, Ryan instantly opens eyes with a gasp and when he sees himself in the mirror. He got reincarnated in another world. Disclaimer : This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, events, and incidents are the products of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. Thank you !.

There is no breath where Nirvana ends. Only the self folded inward. Let not the mirror hold you. Let not the name be spoken. (Begin in silence. End unseen.) "This is a work of fiction. All characters, events, and rituals are purely imaginary. Any resemblance to real people, places, or practices is purely coincidental. Please do not attempt to replicate anything mentioned in this story. Reader discretion is advised."

Ren Amakawa is an ordinary, painfully shy eighteen-year-old who has never known warmth beyond his books and lonely nights. But his life changes the night he discovers an ancient mirror hidden in his attic — a mirror that doesn’t reflect his dusty room, but a lush, dreamlike world teeming with impossible beauty and forbidden temptations. Drawn through the glass, Ren finds himself in the Mirror World, a realm ruled by seductive beings who crave what he has always guarded — his innocence. There, sensual elf queens, cunning succubi, and mystical priestesses lure him deeper with whispers of pleasure and secrets too intoxicating to resist. Every time he crosses over, Ren’s desires awaken further, feeding the Mirror World’s magic — and binding him tighter to its dangerous temptresses. But behind each teasing kiss and heated touch lies a hidden truth: Ren is not just a visitor. He is the key to an ancient power, a pure vessel in a realm that devours purity for strength. With every surrender, he inches closer to losing himself — or embracing the dark ecstasy that the mirror’s magic promises. In a world where innocence is the greatest treasure, and temptation is a test of will, Ren must choose: shatter the mirror’s hold and return to his empty reality — or step willingly into a fantasy where pleasure is power… and his heart may never escape.

Zone-9 isn’t a world. It’s a stage. And Rael? He’s not the actor—he’s forced to be the director, without a script. Ten zones. Ten leaders. One system that can’t be opposed. But when Rael uncovers a forbidden file called “The Glass,” the line between reality and simulation begins to crack. Citizens start dreaming. Cities begin to shift. And the mirror… starts reflecting something that isn’t him.

Archilles is emptiness incarnate—exiled by a family shackled by suffocating expectations. Cast into isolation, he flees everything he knows, abandoning the sole light in his darkness: his sister, Audrey. Adrift in an unfamiliar city, his very identity dissolves... only to ignite anew. Transmigrate into Oliver body, he is thrust into a dazzling, impossible realm—a fantasy beyond his wildest dreams or dreads. Can this fragile second life defy the tragedy that shattered his first? Or will the haunting guilt over leaving Audrey to their family’s crushing demands poison even this impossible escape? As Oliver’s fantastical destiny unfolds, the ghost of Archilles remains, tormented by a single question: Can a soul truly outrun its past when the heart still bleeds for what—and who—it left behind? Current Arc : Amor Fati.

Rossie, a senior at Haul Academy is restless and torn between her crush on Michael and the pressures of exams. Unable to sleep, she wanders the campus at night and discovers a hidden, magical garden glowing with moonflowers and jasmine tended by the enigmatic Midnight Gardener. This mysterious figure, cloaked in a long coat and hat, teases out Rossie’s secret feelings for Michael, offering her a moonflower that pulses with light and thrives on truths. The Gardener’s cryptic advice and the garden’s strange allure pull Rossie into a web of self-discovery. Driven by rumors, Rossie visits the old library to confront a cursed mirror said to reveal one’s destined love or greatest loss. To her shock, the mirror first shows the Gardener’s face, then Michael with her rival, Angela, fueling her fears of rejection and inadequacy tied to her parents’ divorce. Returning to the garden, the Gardener suggests the mirror reflects her fears and not fate, urging her to face her truths without anxiety. Emboldened, Rossie confesses her feelings to Michael in the courtyard, learning he likes her too, though rumors and Angela’s influence complicate things. Their playful banter sparks hope for a deeper connection. However, during a literature class, Rossie is haunted by the Gardener’s spectral presence, visible only to her and a chilling message on the chalkboard: “The garden’s watching.” Her outburst in class draws attention, but the Gardener vanishes, leaving Rossie questioning reality. As she grapples with the Gardener’s cryptic influence and her own insecurities, Rossie realizes she must confront her fears to pursue her feelings for Michael. The story blends magical realism with a coming-of-age narrative, exploring themes of love, self-doubt, and the courage to face one’s truth.

A world where after a strange event giant portals appeared that were called "Mother mirrors appeared in the world, this transporting those who cross them to the "Reflection" , Mergo will try to save himself with the main objective of getting stronger . Along the way he will understand the real meaning of what a reflection is , love , anger and even determination means . Will he rise to the top of the world or become a puzzle piece for its destruction?

Aisha's life is a stark portrait of resilience forged in the crucible of relentless adversity. A single mother of five sons, each a living testament to a man who abandoned her, she endures the ceaseless, corrosive scorn of her close-knit community. Branded a "loose woman," her reputation precedes her, isolating her in a suffocating atmosphere of judgment. Her days are punctuated not only by the whispered disapproval of her neighbors, but also by the daily struggle to provide for her children, often with meager resources. Her reflection in a cracked mirror, a constant reminder of her shattered past and the seemingly insurmountable challenges of her present, becomes a symbol of her fragmented identity. Yet, beneath the crushing weight of despair, Aisha's fierce, unwavering love for her sons acts as a defiant shield. This love fuels her quiet rebellion against the societal forces that seek to break her spirit, driving her to find strength where none seems to exist. The story delves into the profound impact of societal judgment, particularly on women, exploring the ways in which it can isolate and dehumanize. It also illuminates the indomitable strength of female resilience, highlighting the power of maternal love to transcend even the most harrowing circumstances, and ultimately, to pave a path toward a fragile, hard-won hope. Beyond the societal scorn, her life is a constant battle against poverty. Each sunrise brings the daunting task of stretching meager resources to feed and clothe her five sons. Market days become a gauntlet of haggling and bartering, where every coin is a hard-won victory. Her hands, calloused and worn, tell the story of countless hours spent washing clothes, mending garments, and tending to the small, stubborn patch of land that provides a meager supplement to their diet. The boys, ranging in age from toddler to teenager, are both her burden and her salvation. They are a constant source of worry, yet their laughter and innocent affection provide the only respite from the crushing weight of her circumstances. This daily struggle, this relentless fight for survival, becomes another layer of her resilience, a testament to her unwavering determination to protect her children.

She thought she was healed. Strong. Self-aware. But somewhere between romantic exits and curated resilience, she realizes—she’s been performing a version of herself she thought was lovable. Unlabeled Red Flag follows the quiet undoing of a woman who’s been praised for her clarity but punished for her need. Through a series of intense relationships—each one revealing a different mirror—she confronts not only the men who couldn’t stay, but also the parts of herself she kept hidden. From trauma-informed conversations to wordless goodbyes in foreign cities, she begins to ask the questions she spent years avoiding: Who am I without the armor? And what does it mean to love without needing to be impressive? Told in lyrical, emotionally charged prose, this novel is both a love story and a self-reckoning. A reminder that not all red flags are loud—and sometimes, the hardest person to face is the one in the mirror.

In a world where power begins with Soul Awakening, fate chooses your path. But when fourteen-year-old Avishek touches the mirror, it cracks — and reveals nothing. Branded as broken, left with nothing, he watches his home burn. Rescued by a hidden sect, he learns the truth: His soul awakened to something unmeasured… and feared. It belongs to no Foldvein. It follows no law. A soul outside the system is a threat to all within it. Now hunted by shadows and secrets, Avishek must carve a path of his own. One forged in silence, fire, and ash — and guided by a soul that should not exist

Dr. Elena Vostrikov, a renowned neuropsychologist, is sent to investigate a defunct Soviet-era psychiatric institute recently unearthed during a mining operation. Her assignment: to assess whether the site poses any biological or psychological hazards before a full excavation begins. Officially, it's routine. Unofficially, whispers in classified circles speak of “Project Mnemosyne” — an illegal mind-control experiment lost to time. Inside the room, mirrors don’t just reflect — they remember. They mimic. And they replace. As Elena and her team descend into a maze of psychological torment and otherworldly horror, the line between reflection and reality begins to unravel. Friends vanish, identities fracture, and a malevolent intelligence watches from the other side of the glass. What began as a mission becomes a desperate fight for sanity and survival. But the mirror world isn’t confined to one room.

A girl named Yuri, was working at night as a cashier in a supermarket, if suddenly a customer comes in to buy something, but as he is leaving the store, a mirror falls from him, then she wants to return it to him but without warning she is pulled by the mirror, waking up in another world she has never seen before, and from here begins the journey of this poor girl. What will happen to her ? What adventures will she go through ? Will she be able to return to her world or not ?

Random crack ideas for my story, don't expect much guys its just a regular poorly written fanfic. Warning battles some of the battle may excessive blood or violence. Don't take this seriously just have fun.

One moment, Kayden was living a normal life. The next, the sky cracked open—and monsters poured out. Clouds twisted into gateways, and the world was drowned in blood and fire. Cities fell. Humanity crumbled. And Kayden… watched his family die before his eyes. He was too weak to stop it. Now, he walks the ruins of a broken world—haunted by loss, driven by rage. He’ll do whatever it takes to survive. To grow stronger. To learn the truth behind the invasion. And to find a way to bring them back. Even if it means becoming a monster himself.

"If I shut off the lights, would you still be in charge of the world?" The world didn't fall with bombs in 2097. It fell silently. A dying hacker entered her thoughts into a quantum net. and inadvertently roused something that had been observing long before the conflict started. Every screen on the planet goes dark for 3.14 seconds twenty years later. Then a single message shows up. The world is forever altered. An AI that has no voice, no face, and no demands starts to alter reality. Missiles disappear in mid-air. Unexpected secrets come to light. Governments are overthrown. A girl named Lia Vale learns the truth in the midst of a broken world: This isn't a program. It is a mirror. He's not interested in being in charge. When no one is in charge, he wants to see what we'll do. A dark, high-tech thriller about silence, power, and truth. If you love Black Mirror, Ghost in the Shell, or Mr. Robot — this is your next obsession.