The Fourth Estate

It all started with a deed to a mansion; Crimson Estate. ————————————————// “W-Who are you?" Anya stammered with fear at the three men before her The man in the center stepped forward. “Welcome home, Anya," he said with a deep voice. Her legs felt like they might give out beneath her. She had no idea who these men were, but one thing was clear—they had been expecting her. And they were anything but normal. They looked like they were in their late twenties, with glowing red irises that terrified her. The one in the center, Kai, a tall man with jet-black hair and an authoritative presence narrowed his eyes at her. "Quit being afraid," he ordered. "Hearing your heart race like that is distracting." Anya couldn't speak, couldn't even think clearly. Fear gripped her so tightly she felt she might pass out—or worse, embarrass herself by peeing her pants. Damien, another wet-like black-haired man with a mysterious, almost disarming charm, took a step toward her. "Easy," he said gently, reaching out as if to calm her. But as his hand moved closer, Anya jerked away, her foot catching on the rug beneath her. She tripped and fell hard to the floor. "Look," Zephyr, the third man—ginger-haired and softer in appearance—spoke up, his voice was calm and less terrifying. As he crouched slightly, his red eyes dimmed to a more human-like glow. "We're not here to hurt you, Anya." Anya forced herself to speak despite her fear. "How... how can you expect me not to be scared? How can I trust any of you?" Her gaze shifted from one man to the other. “I don't even know who you are, and this house—this house was left by my deceased grandmother to me!" Zephyr chuckled lightly under his breath, but before he could say anything, Kai spoke. "It's been two years since we sent out that envelope. You were meant to come here, and I'm glad you finally did." ——————————————————// Anya always believed she was just an ordinary girl, orphaned and stuck in a mundane life—until her 18th birthday changes everything. A mysterious letter leads her to Crimson Estate, where she meets three hot vampire brothers, each carrying the weight of a deadly prophecy. Anya soon discovers she’s not just human but a Nyx—a powerful being destined to either save or destroy the vampire race. As she navigates her powers, eerie visions of death and fire plague her dreams. With danger closing in and the brothers relying on her to protect the vampire race, Anya must decide: embrace her true nature, or risk losing everything. But with secrets lurking in the shadows, unfinished business and boy drama, one wrong move could set their world ablaze. Can Anya save the vampire race before it’s too late? ###PSA; none of the images I used belongs to me. I got them all from Pinterest and I would take them down if requested by the owners.

It’s more than twenty years after the new millennium. Amid the rising skyscrapers, recent housing developments, public transport modernization programs, and new generation of influencers and vloggers, are constants in the Philippines’ society - the shamans. In this alternate world, Filipino mythological creatures intermingle in peace with humans. A tiyanak is a child star. A sarimanok the mascot of a popular channel. A manananggal a sought-after model. Even diwatas and sigbins are leaders of their own party lists. But even in this highly inclusive world, there are those who tiptoe beyond the line - be it humans or mythological creatures. The shamans who wield sigla, also known as spiritual energy, are responsible for keeping the peace between the supernatural beings and humankind. Within this chaotic setting, Billie, a tired, depressed young woman, tries to get back on her feet together with Puddle, the duwende. Maybe life in the country is not so peaceful after all?

In his first life as 'Caine Wilson', was the villain—ruthless, cunning, and very powerful. He played his part perfectly, crushing the so-called "protagonist" and parading his enemies, their families, and anyone who crossed him naked through the streets. He watched with glee as the "hero" lay broken, stripped of his dignity, before finally ending his pitiful existence. But just as Caine, thought he had finally won and secured his place at the top, 'Higher ups' intervened. A booming, ethereal voice—like the universe’s pissed-off judge—shook the skies: "You have violated the sacred code of villainy! The villain shall not win. The balance has been broken. Caine Wilson, the world hereby rejects you!" Before he could even enjoy his victory, his world blinked out, like a story whose writer just erased the last chapter in frustration. Everything went dark. And when he awoke, he wasn’t Caine Wilson anymore. He was 'Su Xiaobai', a nobody on 'White Cloud Star', a world of cultivation, martial arts, and endless struggle. But this time, things were different. He could feel it—he could see through the cracks of reality itself. He could break the fourth wall! He wasn’t just some reincarnated soul; he was a villain who had 'seen the system', who understood the game. And he was about to flip it upside down. --------------- Discord: https://discord.gg/dsc4fftBeF **Cover Page is not owned by Author**

Philip Graciasta’s life is thrown into turmoil when his father, Alexander—a brilliant tech magnate with far-reaching ambitions—dies unexpectedly, leaving behind a massive fortune, a labyrinth of secrets, and a future fraught with danger. At the funeral, Philip meets the enigmatic and captivating Galatea, who has been mysteriously appointed as the trustee of his father's estate. What should have been a straightforward inheritance quickly spirals into a treacherous game of power, deception, and high-stakes corporate warfare. Determined to claim his rightful place at the helm of Andromeda Industry Group, Philip faces formidable opposition from within his own family. His powerful mother, Victoria, a real estate mogul, sees Galatea as a threat to her own ambitions. His half-sister, Lilianna, quietly manipulates events behind the scenes, serving as an informant for a shadowy organization whose true purpose remains unclear. As Philip struggles to untangle his family’s web of betrayals, he realizes that the stakes are far higher than he imagined. In his quest for control, Philip is reluctantly drawn into the larger forces at play. Dr. Max Sokraberg, a scientific visionary and Alexander’s closest friend, becomes his unlikely ally. Max holds the key to revolutionary technologies that promise to reshape the future, but these advancements also carry ethical and existential challenges. Philip soon discovers that Alexander's ultimate vision involves more than just the future of their company—it involves the future of humanity itself. The specifics of this grand plan are shrouded in mystery, but its implications ripple through everything Philip encounters. Meanwhile, Enrich Falconhyde, a former diplomat from Osgoria is thrust into a dark transformation. Once a peace-loving idealist, Enrich is consumed by grief and rage following his fiancée’s tragic death in an assassination attempt. His sorrow turns him into a warmonger, zealously supporting Osgoria’s extremist military faction. This faction seeks total domination over Alyssia, at any cost—even if it means mass civilian casualties. Enrich's descent into fanaticism mirrors the growing instability of their world as wars and social tensions rose all over the globe paralleling technological transformations. As global tensions rise and the secret organization pulls strings behind the scenes, Philip must navigate a rapidly changing landscape. Galatea, despite becoming ever more intimate with Philip, remains an enigma, concealing a secret that could shake Philip’s very understanding of reality. In a world teetering on the edge of war and technological transformation, Philip must unravel his father’s mysteries and decide whether to embrace or reject the future Alexander envisioned.

In the wake of tragedy, Jack Hayes struggles to cope with the devastating loss of his younger brother, Ethan "The Viper" Hayes, who dies in a brutal MMA fight against the reigning state champion, Rico "The Beast" Martinez. While the match is ruled an accident, Jack is haunted by the belief that foul play led to Ethan's untimely death. Consumed by grief and anger, he grapples with feelings of helplessness and guilt. In his search for closure, Jack decides to enter the world of MMA—not for revenge, but to find peace and honor Ethan's memory. Under the mentorship of Lena, a seasoned fighter with her own troubled past, Jack begins a grueling training regimen that tests his physical and mental limits. As he fights through local circuits, he discovers the camaraderie and resilience of fellow fighters, all of whom share their own struggles and stories of loss. As Jack rises through the ranks, he adopts the persona of "The Ghost," channeling his brother's spirit and seeking to transform his pain into strength. But as he gains recognition, the specter of Rico looms larger, culminating in a high-stakes tournament that could earn Jack the chance to face the man he holds responsible for Ethan’s death. In the climactic battle, Jack confronts not just Rico, but the internal demons that have plagued him since the tragedy. As he fights for redemption, he learns that true strength lies in embracing the past and that finding peace is a journey, not a destination. "The Ghost of the Ring" is a powerful tale of grief, resilience, and the transformative power of sport, exploring the delicate balance between revenge and healing in the unforgiving world of mixed martial arts.

My new family was different from all the expectations I had imagined; they loved me and treated me with kindness. Memories of my previous life began to return to me in flashes. In my past life, I was not an ordinary person; I was a man with vast ambitions, someone deeply immersed in knowledge and power. A world I knew through reading a fantasy novel. I am a villain; I was a villain in my past life, and here I am, reborn as a rich villain in a novel I read in my previous life.

Hi some of yall might recognize the cover, this is the redo of my old novel that I decided to stopped writing, I felt horrible for months after disappearing. Now I decided to continue and finish it. I hope my old readers come and find this book again. Below is the synopsis. A story of a boy name Vesper Nine who lives in a magical medieval world, dreaming of becoming a dragon knight to protect the land of Astafel from abyssal creatures and wicked dragons but after awakening his true power, the reality between worlds began to collapse. What kind of power does this boy hold to be able to bring such chaos?

Dalam dunia yang penuh dengan kekayaan alam yang melimpah, manusia hidup dan berkembang biak, memperluas pengetahuan, menciptakan teknologi, untuk terus bertahan hidup. Tetapi mereka tidak sendirian, terdapat beberapa makhluk buas yang menguasai berbagai habitat yang di sebut dengan Monster. Tidak ada yang mengetahui dari mana mereka berasal, mereka bahkan sudah ada sejak lama, mereka hidup, berkembang biak, dan berevolusi. Karena takut akan adanya serangangan dari monster, terbentuk lah beberapa kelompok pemburu berbakat dari berbagai wilayah yang dikenal sebagai Guardians of the Hunt untuk menjaga keseimbangan alam dan melindungi umat manusia dari ancaman Monster yang meluas. Di sebuah desa bernama Astoria, seorang pemburu muda dan bersemangat bernama Aria mendapatkan kesempatan untuk bergabung ke Guardians of the Hunt setelah menjalani ujian yang melelahkan. Bersama dengan rekan-rekannya, mereka berpetualang melintasi berbagai daerah, menghadapi Monster yang menakutkan, menguak misteri Monster kuno, dan memperkuat ikatan sebagai Hunter.

Onmyoji are a class of spirit masters with special powers and has protected the human realm from the dark forces from the supernatural worlds Adam is one revered spirit master at the Tenmon So the ancient sect that has kept order in the human and supernatural realms for centuries. With his special powers to command and control spirits from the supernatural worlds, Adam has earned a reputation as an exorcist with a quest to find his long-lost parents. However, a call of distress from a fellow master changed all that. In a bid to save Kelly Nishimura Adam found himself walking into a fatal ambush. Though he rescued his teammate, Adam realized a prized relic, long guarded by his sect, has been and that may throw the realms into chaos. As he sought to hunt down the thief, he found himself battling enemies from the others realms and uncovered a dark conspiracy that threatened to re-ignite the centuries-old feud between the Onmyojis of Tenmon So and the Dākurōbu（Dark Robes). A war that will destroy the balance between the supernatural and human realms. Racing against time, Adam knew he must retrieve the relic and defeat foes before the human realm is consumed by darkness. Using all his powers, he must save his world from destruction. Little did he know, behind the conspiracy, is a larger scheme of things that will threaten to consume his quest to find his long-lost parents. The Saga of the Onmyoji is an exciting series of stories that promises the exciting elements of magic, mystical powers, and creatures. Besides breathless action, there will be interesting characters, each possessing different special powers, that will thrill the fans of fantasy and horror. The Saga promises to keep fans of fantasy and supernatural thrillers glued to every page of the thriller.

War between every race hangs on a loose thread only 5 years left, this may seem like a long time but for beings like the Impure, Demon, Jinn, Angels and gods this is just days to them. More than half of the human population is already gone thanks to a curse placed on them by the Supreme Deity. This is the first time this battle will happen by to God and GK this is just another day, 15 out 15 victories in every timeline makes the Impures a greater race than even the gods themselves, how can humanity survive when it's strongest warrior is dead?

After transmigrating, discover that there is a resurgence of Qi in the East and there is a dawn of deities in the West. When steam cannons and mystery collide, the Western Extraordinaries gradually awaken. This is a world filled with a variety of advancements, class transfers, and hidden occupations, as well as never-ending exploration. As the mystery of the West gradually unfolds, the ancient deities gradually awaken, and a fresh new world draws the curtains in front of Thulhu. What should ordinary people do when old gods revive and new gods rise? Fortunately, we have a property panel!

In a desperate attempt to secure peace between two war-torn kingdoms, Princess Janice is forced into marriage with King Jason—a man feared across the lands as a ruthless killer with a history of dead brides. As she enters his kingdom, Janice expects to meet a monster but soon discovers that Jason’s cruelty may be nothing more than dark rumors concealing a man haunted by his past. Determined to survive and fulfill her duty, Janice finds herself drawn into a web of political intrigue and dark secrets. Together, she and Jason must confront an ancient curse that has plagued the royal bloodline for generations, a threat that has fed on their kingdom's bitterness and loss. As they seek allies and uncover hidden powers within themselves, Janice and Jason forge a bond that defies fear, transforming them from reluctant allies into trusted partners. But peace comes at a price. With the arrival of a shadowy council threatening to overthrow them, and with forbidden magic creeping into the castle’s walls, Janice and Jason must fight not only to save their lives but to protect a love that could finally bring their kingdoms the unity they have always longed for.

While investigating the mystery of the Great Pyramid, Jowalin stumbles upon a strange ring hidden inside. The ring transports him to the dawn of the world, where he uncovers ancient truths. When he returns, he finds that the once-dominant creatures of the early ages have resurfaced, and humans have awakened the dormant bloodlines of their primordial ancestors. Is the world on the verge of a new era, or is it spiraling toward its final days? What secret does the pyramid truly hold?

The world beyond Is about the world where there's more than meets the eye. Having the other part name "The world of the living" Suggest something else...

Pirate's Legacy follows Caius Mercer, a sixteen-year-old dreamer from a small coastal village who longs for a life beyond the empire's control. Disillusioned by the corrupt soldiers who claim to protect his people, Caius refuses to follow the path of servitude that his fellow villagers accept. Instead, he dreams of freedom on the open seas—a dream inspired by tales of the Silver Serpents, a legendary pirate crew who fought for justice, not gold. But in a world where pirates are hunted, and loyalty to the empire is law, Caius's desire to become a new kind of pirate—a protector of the weak and enemy of oppression—sets him on a dangerous path. With the empire's watchful eyes always looming and whispers of dark powers stirring in the seas, Caius must decide whether he's ready to risk everything to live by his own code. The ocean beckons, but so do the enemies that lurk beneath the surface. Will Caius become a hero, or will he fall prey to the same darkness that consumes all who defy the empire?

When human King Dorian Taelman sends a country-wide demand for all of the mythical creatures to be locked up, Amicia is mistaken for something other than human. During her time in the castle's dungeon, she catches feelings for a rowdy Alpha wolf named Blasius that always seems to be hiding something from her. After attempting to escape countless times it becomes seemingly impossible, but her, her secretive crush, and her newfound friends are determined to overthrow the King and his supporters.

A young man wakes up after almost losing his life in a strange situation. Where he gains memories of another world different from his own, where conflicts spread everywhere, and the one with the strongest fist is the one who decides everything. How will he behave after obtaining the memories, and how will he take advantage of his ability and do what he must do in his world. I will apologize to you in advance for the many linguistic errors that you will find in the novel because I used google tradiction , and I have not reviewed it yet Tell me in the comments if you want me to continue publishing in this state or to stop and publish chapters only after reviewing and improving them

Aki Hayashi, an average fifteen-year-old boy, leads an ordinary life in Kyoto. However, after a traumatic incident, Aki creates a dark sword. This sword is a module—a completely unique weapon that only a few individuals can summon from the depths of their soul. He then joins the Kenkai, an organization dedicated to fighting evil using these modules. But a dark force has set its sights on him and his module...

In the Ombrae, people are whispering: "The King will never return," and the panic rose as the sky was menacing to send their soldiers to ravage the monstrosities living here. Banshees, zombies, vampires, and so many others were ready to leave the world they loved, to return to Earth and hide. When another rumor spread: "The Prince is coming", and in the heart of the damned, for the first time in a very long time, there was hope again. For those who have fallen in disgrace, those who want to be forgotten. It feels so cold in Ombrae. Where are our brothers and sisters, where are our children? It is so calm in Ombrae. Listening to the call of our King and then his son, the Prince, in the darkness we rise. It is so warm in Ombrae.

Jake was never one to keep a diary, but today he found reason enough. While riding the subway the ground ahead collapsed killing all but the occupants of the last car, upon reaching the surface Jake discovers a horrifying truth. The surface has been torn apart, but stranger than, that the sun has stopped moving and is staying stock still in the sky, but is that truly the end of it? Join Jake on his journey of discovering the truth behind why the world stopped. Thank you to xkcd's What If? on Youtube for the inspiration.

The moon shone bright in the night sky, casting silver light over the dark forest. Aiko stood in the middle of a clearing, her whole body trembling as the wolf inside her threatened to break free. The air felt heavy with energy, and a chorus of howls echoed through the trees. Her pack surrounded her, ready for a fight that would decide their future. Kael, the strong and mysterious leader of the rival pack, watched her from the shadows, his intense amber eyes filled with a mix of expectation and something dangerous. Beside her, Haruki, her loyal friend who had always believed in her, held her hand, giving her strength she wasn't sure she deserved. Aiko’s life had always been ordinary—until she discovered the truth about her family. She was part of a cursed bloodline, tied to ancient werewolf magic and a prophecy that could either save or destroy everything she knew. Now, a deadly pack war threatens to shatter the balance between the human world and the supernatural one, and Aiko has to learn to control the wild, powerful beast inside her. But controlling the wolf comes with a heavy price, and as the full moon draws closer, she must face her darkest fears. Torn between two loves—Kael, the dark and brooding werewolf leader, and Haruki, her faithful friend who never left her side—Aiko has to decide who she can truly trust. As she uncovers secrets and faces betrayals, she realizes the biggest challenge might not be the enemies she fights, but the monster inside her. With both worlds hanging in the balance, Aiko must confront the beast beneath the moon and choose whether to embrace her destiny or rise above it. Can she save those she loves, or will she lose everything to the darkness within?

a black figured somebody arrives each night at 11pm and watches Jonathan sleep while smiling. watch as the nightmare unfolds

things you see on tv, and dream about is things you should hide from now, they are real

The most powerful and advanced race in the Chaos universe has sent its state-of-the-art research ship into space to search for inhabited planets and, if necessary, colonize them. Years later, on their way back home, their sensors caught a strange energy fluctuation coming from the black hole they passed near. Therefore, they changed direction and got as close to the black hole as possible. At that moment, the lightning energy suddenly released from the black hole hit the research ship. The ship, whose all systems suddenly shut down, lost its balance and was pulled into the black hole. After a while, the ship started working again, but it was too late. They could not escape from the black hole due to their insufficient energy, but sensors discovered that there was a wormhole inside the black hole. The ship heading to that point passed through the wormhole at the last moment and reached a very small universe. When they began to examine the new universe closely, they were immediately spotted by the local races and a war broke out between them. They lost the war because their advanced weapons were useless in this universe. And the new owner of the ship became the clan of Ahzab the Immortal. About 20 years later, all the clans who wanted to take over the ship united and declared war on Ahzab's tribe. Ahzab's clan managed to escape from this green world by ship, but suffered many casualties. When they left the black hole with the ship and reached the universe of chaos, there was no trace of those following them. However, the condition of the ship was not very good. They set out for the nearest habitable planet. After many problems the ship quickly entered the atmosphere and it hit the earth and sank into the ground . Time passed quickly and years later, the immortal Ahzab's clan join a new student.

Prince Alaric of Ravendale has always lived a charmed life, wielding power and wealth with no sense of humility. Wicked, proud, and nearly unredeemable, he’s known for his haughty disregard for anyone beneath his station. But fate takes an unexpected turn when he meets Aveline, a poor orphan in his kingdom, who challenges his worldview and ultimately captures his heart. Their journey together is filled with moments of hilarity, tension, heartbreak, and redemption, showing that love can blossom in the most unlikely of hearts.

Jamie Wentworth is brilliant, isolated, and tired of living as the forgotten son in a powerful family that sees him only as a tool. He’s a genius who’s saved his father’s empire more times than anyone will admit, yet his intelligence has become his curse, chaining him to a loveless home and a relentless life. When he learns of a phenomenon known as The Simulation—a place where people disappear into an alternate reality of powers, danger, and epic quests—he’s drawn to it like a moth to flame. But the Simulation isn’t what Jamie expected. He enters as “Ghost,” a critically injured figure with no memories, no allies, and a fractured past. Equipped with a mysterious “Deck of Cards” skill, he’s able to toggle between roles—Extra, Villain, and the greyed out Protagonist. Each card grants him a persona with unique powers and risks, but swapping between them exacts a heavy toll on his body and mind. Forced to start as the weakest player in a ruthless prison world, Jamie must use his wits and courage to survive against those who’d see him fail. In this new world, he’ll uncover secrets, make dangerous allies, and unlock powers that will take him far beyond anything he’s known. To survive, Jamie will need to outplay scheming npcs, merciless factions, and his own dark legacy as he unravels the mystery of “Ghost”—and the truth of his own soul. But in the Simulation, there’s one rule above all: If you die here, you die in real life. The deeper he dives, the more he realizes this is his only chance at freedom… and his greatest gamble yet.

Nightmares are an intriguing experience. Many can feel so real you’d swear they weren’t fiction. Every monster, every horror and every fear you’ve ever had can come to life. Many wake up in a cold sweat, convinced that the experience was real. They are then soothed by reality, promised that it was only a dream, a mirage. A fiction. That means they failed. Those who succeed are rewarded with their memory. And so much more. When Jacob manages to survive a particularly realistic nightmare, he ends up being thrust into a world of magic and mayhem. This is the story of how his life transformed from normal into the definition of abnormal.