Nights In The Gardens Of Spain

She stayed when everyone else walked away. Maxine was the quiet one. The secretary who never asked for more, the woman who loved in silence, and the secret he kept in the shadows. She gave him everything—her time, her body, her loyalty. But it was never enough. When Trina returned, Maxine didn’t beg. She simply watched him choose her all over again. But this time, she’s not staying to wait for leftovers. She’s done being the afterthought. She’s leaving quietly, carrying the only thing he never asked about. And maybe this time, he’ll finally realize what he lost. He didn’t see her when she stood beside him. Will he chase her now that she’s gone?

An Imperial Scholar by day. An assassin by night. The World of Cultivation has changed. Elemental Mancers. Flux Mancers. Spirit Mancers. Soul Mancers. Raining down fire and splitting oceans. Destroying mountains with a single stomp and calming skies with a glance. Controlling the tides of Karma, while wielding the souls of others like a puppeteer tugging on the Lines of Fate. The most mysterious of them all were Spirit Mancers, a truth that Theron was more than intimately familiar with. Due to one's Tribulation, his life was turned upside down. His family, his rage, his somber sadness becoming nothing more than Bad Karma's fuel for a madman. He was once a gentle young man, a non-combative Water Mancer who wanted nothing more than to read his novels to the sound of the rain and one day become an Imperial Scholar. But now... Everything had changed. He donned a cloak in the silent night as the clouds above gathered. Pulling its hood over his chilling blue eyes, he stalked off into the darkness. The first droplets fell. He would become the nightmare of his enemies, the blade hidden in the shadows of Heaven's tears. The River of the Night.

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.

Hasumi, the Princess of the Northern Empire runs away from her duties as a princess and heir for the throne along with a servant boy, Shuihan. They travel the world which is divided into four empires and end up solving mysteries and problems around the world while Hasumi fulfils her interests by learning about more plants. But the mysteries began to conspire and they get stuck in more rigid situations. They manage to escape, barely. When her blood is royal, certain problems arise.

Hari itu, adalah hari yang paling dibenci olehnya. Istrinya meninggalkannya begitu saja, membawa pergi anaknya yang masih berusia belia. Membuangnya yang sudah melakukan apa saja demi membahagiakannya seperti membuang sebuah sampah. Hari itu, ia bersumpah. Jika ia, mendapatkan kehidupan kedua, ia takkan menyianyiakan itu. Ia bersumpah akan membunuh siapa saja yang mencoba merebut kebahagiaannya, tak peduli dengan konsekuensinya. Ya, itupun jika ia mendapatkan kehidupan kedua, setelah menggantungkan lehernya di tali. Ia sudah muak dengan kehidupan penuh kekalahan, ia ingin mengakhiri semuanya. Hari itu, ia terlahir kembali sebagai seorang bayi laki-laki, anak dari bangsawan miskin dari dunia yang asing. Tidak ada peralatan canggih, yang ada hanyalah pedang, sihir dan senjata mekanis sederhana seperti senapan jadul di dunia nya. "Akan kulindungi, akan kulindungi memoriku ini, dan akan kulampaui kehidupan busuk lamaku, dengan kehidupan baru yang lebih baik." GARDEN MEMORIES

One must struggle to find meaning, in this universe they were born in, Humans suffer, humans endure, ergo, they are. Only when on a path of self-destruction is when a human grows to new bounds. Such is the nature of mankind, and those who think. Yet humans have a mind to each their own, and their own ways of thought, to cope, to think, to reason, to bargain with their own psyche and this is the way a human draws strength from their thought, put into actions. In the tapestry of the cosmos, they who fall, they who rise, all have their thoughts and actions that lead up to the zenith of their state. A mechanical voice rings out -- "If the truth of the universe and your existence is cruel and stale , would you still yearn for the answer to the ultimate question?" The young man, shrouded in white ponders upon the question with an inexplicable expression across his face as he floats in a vat of liquid .... to give an answer to the machine that has kept him alive. "Yes." The machine and its voice fluctuates as it rings out once more-- "With no end to hate and no boundaries to war, do you still wish, to venture outwards?" "...." "....." "I... do not know" "But..." "I wish to know...Who I am." The machines tone hums in the air for a brief few minutes as it seems to be thinking, calculating,analyzing the answer of the man...before the sounds of cogs rigidly spinning and wind depressurizing in tight columns fills the atmosphere...The door opens, as the liquid pours out onto the ground, the man taking a deep breath, falling unto the metallic ground. The machines voice, rings out once more, "Aureus... t-h-at i-i-i-is y-y-yo-yo-you-your na-----" The lights go dim, and then dark. The machine dims out its final light, never to speak again.

On a starless night, a middle aged man draws his last breath, but is it truly the end? Vael Icaris, the man in question, rose to power in terms of physical might as well as political influence, during his youth. That obviously upset some people, which led to his untimely demise. Luckily for him, he thought in advance and came up with countermeasures to fight for what he deserves! Will Vael be able to change his fate? I'm a new author, so I'll be learning as I go. Expect 1 chapter per day, two on a good day.

The Gods, beings of light, of power, of judgment. From their thrones above, they watched, they ruled, they condemned. But what happens when divinity falters? Banished from heaven for their arrogance, the young gods now walk among mortals. Stripped of power, plagued by emotion, they must endure suffering, remorse, and the one thing they never understood: being human. Can flawed gods find redemption? Or will the relic of Eden choose a new savior? A dark fantasy tale of ruin, divinity, and the final price of salvation.

Rowan sees beauty in death. The Order he has sworn to obey only sees defilement. As the reviled Caretaker of the Order, Rowan has accepted his role as a dutiful outcast because he believes it is the only way to prove his worth to the man who holds his sisters’ souls as collateral. With his magic and his voice, Rowan can absorb death and transform it, but only in ways the Order deems acceptable to maintain the stability of the reality it claims to protect Order must subdue Disorder. Reality must triumph over illusion. He is tainted and always will be. Rowan has never questioned those lessons, but that changes the night he harvests a crimson soul that is more than human and chooses to keep it a secret. When Rowan’s song transforms that soul into a beautiful and mysterious man he names Wren, he is forced to accept that sometimes duty is a lie and illusion is the only thing you can trust. As the fabric of the Order begins to unwind and a new kind of Disorder takes hold, Rowan will need to choose again, stand with the Order that held him down, or forge a new path with Wren at his side. He may be the only one who can restore balance to the worlds, but only if he can find balance within himself first. ************************************* Updates 3-4 times per week. Note: This story focuses on relationships. I promise an epic romance, lots of swoon-worthy moments, and a healthy amount of fluff. When it does get steamy…you might get burned. Fair warning for explicit content. I don’t shy away from my spice. There are lots of side characters and couples to fall in love with, in addition to the main couple. If you love the idea of found family, you will be happy. This book is set in a non-heteronormative world, so you will see various gender identities/expressions and types of love. ************************************* Excerpt (if you want the full steamy version, you will have to read the book!): Still reeling from the new magic that coursed under his skin and unsure of how to react to the desire that threatened to take control of him, Rowan froze. Wren's hot breath against his mouth sent a jolt of pleasure through his body, and he choked back a groan. A different kind of panic flared in Rowan's chest, burning him as if he were the one on fire. This was what he wanted, what he'd thought about every night since Wren left. But wanting more was one thing. Acting on it was another. He'd spent so much of his life hiding, he didn't know how to do anything else. One corner of Wren's mouth twitched as Rowan pulled away. When he attempted to free himself from Wren's grasp, Wren just hauled him closer. Rowan liked that he didn't have to think about what to do next. His bare chest thudded against Wren's torso, and the heat from Wren's body merged with Rowan's skin, melting him from the inside out. "What did you just do to me?" Wren's deep voice vibrated against Rowan's chest. "The Disorder of your illusion was holding you captive. I…I absorbed it." "Oh? Where did you learn to do that? Have I been gone that long?" Wren's grip loosened slightly on Rowan's wrists as if he was satisfied now that Rowan was practically sitting on top him. Rowan stared at Wren's lips. He opened his mouth to protest, but immediately closed it again. "I know you aren't going to say that I shouldn't touch you." Wren's free hand splayed over the small of Rowan's back. "Not when you started it." Rowan's breath hitched. "No. I'm not going to say that anymore. Not to you." "I thought you were afraid to be touched." Wren's fingers traced a circle over the curve of Rowan's spine as if testing for a reaction. "I know that I'm not afraid of you." Rowan waited for the panic to set in, but all he felt was desire. "With you, I want…" "You want what?" "I want more." Triumph flared in Wren's gaze before he narrowed his eyes. "Really? Then why are you still trying to get away from me?"

//chapters almost every Thursday// Evan Solene’s arrival at the Veiled Academy is supposed to mark the beginning of his prestigious education in the magical arts. But instead, it quickly becomes a descent into a world of secrets, power struggles, and forbidden magic. Beneath the academy's prestigious reputation lies a hidden truth: its true purpose is far more sinister than anyone knows. In the midst of this shadowy realm, Evan finds himself drawn to Selene Arkwright, a mysterious and compelling student with a lineage that connects her to the academy’s darkest history. As their bond grows, Evan discovers Selene’s crucial role in a centuries-old conflict that threatens to tear the academy—and the magical world—apart. The more Evan uncovers about the academy’s true purpose, the more he realizes that his arrival is no accident. The academy isn't just a place of learning; it's a breeding ground for the next generation of dark mages, and the students are nothing more than pawns in a deadly game. With powerful forces aligned against them, Evan and Selene must navigate a web of lies, betrayal, and temptation that threatens not only their love but their very lives. At the heart of this treacherous institution stands Mira Solene, a teacher with a brutal reputation, who harbors her own dark ambitions. As Evan and Selene uncover Mira's role in the academy’s corrupt leadership, they must decide how far they’re willing to go to expose the truth and free themselves from the academy’s deadly grip.

~•No Escape•~ "Are you running away from me, my sweet girl" spoke a voice in the hallway that made her stop in her tracks. The hallway had turned dark with only the wall lamps that burned brightly casting the shadow of the man on the floor as he slowly emerged from the other end. "What are you doing here, your majesty," She said and bowed immediately as she saw him approach her with slow but steady steps. "You haven't answered me, sweet" The man said with a sweet smile that made her wary and he heard the way her heart skipped a beat. He stood before her and used his index finger to raise her chin. He tilted his head as he gazed into her green eyes that looked back at him with fear. He took a step forward closing the distance between them and his eyes narrowed when she took a step back, but that didn't stop him from cornering her. "Did you think you can escape from me?" He continued to question and she didn't miss the mockery behind his words. "I…I" she felt her words tied to her tongue because of the man's daunting aura. She felt him trace her forehead with his finger down to her jaw. He continued moving his hand down to her neck and to the top of her swell and her thudding heart hitched when his hand continued to stay there. "Did you think you can escape from me?" He bent towards her as he spoke. His breath fell on her neck which sent a jolt that traveled down her body. "I told you, you're tied to me and me to you" _______________________ Perdita Kartar was a winsome yet strange young lady. She had an appealing beauty with her green eyes that invoked and impelled anyone who gazed into them. She had fooled her villagers so she could live and protect herself and her remaining family from the night creatures and also humans. But what was bizarre of all, was that Perdita had a secret she shared with no one. She had lived in the village since she was little, and over the years, she had been discreet with each move she made. Unfortunately, things didn't go as she planned. Despite her cautious decorum and fight to stay out of sight, a pair of glacial red eyes falls on her, which followed and refused to leave her out of sight.

In the year 2033 it began. Gods, monsters, devils, angels, every higher creature from every mythology began to bless those they found worthy and share their powers. Eventually with the emergence of the gates, we realized they were preparing us. The so called chosen heroes who enter gates are known as the Blessed and in it’s become the most sought after career in the world. They are the most famous and well known people in the entire world and some are even the leaders of their own nations. They are immensely powerful, beautiful, and charming beings. After five whole years, we still have no idea what the higher’s criteria are for blessing a human. Despite the seemingly loose criteria, only 1 percent of the population actually end up as blessed and gain the privilege of entering gates and defending our world. With all of the excitement around the Blessed, we seem to have forgotten the most important question. Why are they doing this for us and what will they require in return? —— Discord link is : https://discord.gg/yXuqHaS6dc ———————— Additional tags : - yuri (MCs sister and best friend.) Milf (MC is a milf hunter so most of the women in the harem will be cougars. Character development is a bit slower compared to my other novels because Malachi is meant to feel like a real person. If you start reading this with the expectation that Mal is going to be some cool bastard with no emotions who treats everyone around him like they’re disposable, then boy o boy are you in for the shock of your fucking life.

Crystals of hope. Lana a 16 years old innocent girl chosen to be the guardian of the village. Valoria a quiet , peacefully village got blessed with the unique treasure. In a deep village of ancient times lived the garden of crystals which which always blessed the people with eternity. It was the people's responsibility to protect the garden of crystals. So many dark sorcerers wanted to gain control over the crystal garden because of its powerful magical powers. But the villagers had to fight to their hardest to stop evil in their village. Every after 1000 years, a new guardian of the crystal land is chosen. At this time, Lana Alexa was chosen and she was accompanied by Rylan Dian. The struggle for protecting the garden was the sacrifice of their own lives, they always fought with powerful and most powerful darker and evil sorcerers but they never gave up. Their motive is to keep and protect the crystal garden.

In the moonlit expanse of the sea, a ship glides toward the enigmatic Isle of the Moon. Its crew, survivors of the realm where death lies in wait, approach a new dawn. A young stranger sits amidst the environment, his gaze fixed on the horizon, his thoughts a quiet symphony of contemplation. In a world of breathtaking grandeur, where the boundaries of mortality and peril remain veiled, the sands of time begin to whisper tales of the ancients. With the weight of forgotten chronicles upon his shoulders, the boy resolves within himself to venture into the unknown, to unravel the mysteries of epochs long buried. The untold histories and whispered sagas of yore—does sanity lie in heeding them, or in dismissing their allure? The enigmatic young man, Leon, carries but a few words in the depths of his thoughts. "Under the light of a fractured moon, I wish to tell a story."

In a city that never sleeps — and never dreams — a series of mysterious murders begins to unfold. No witnesses. No fingerprints. No clues. Only one sign left behind: the number 17. Detective Soren Blackwell, known for his cold logic and piercing eyes, is assigned to the case. But the deeper he digs, the more he realizes… the truth is watching him, too.

In Northern Song dynasty Bianjing, Yuan Ruolan’s privileged life unravels when her family’s patron is arrested for sedition. As political suspicion spreads, her father, the principled official Yuan Zhen, secretly seeks help from old allies to protect both families. Amid the turmoil, Ruolan falls in love with a man above her station, but duty and family honor make their union impossible. Drawn into a world of danger, longing, and intrigue, Ruolan must choose between her heart and her family’s survival.

Seven Nights In Hell is a dark, atmospheric fantasy steeped in blood, memory, and prophecy. When hunter Silas Grey enters the ruins of St. Elarion’s Cathedral, he expects death but not the kind that speaks his name. Beneath the broken steeples and pulsing catacombs, something ancient stirs. A vampire unlike any Silas has faced before has been waiting, not to kill him but to awaken him. Bitten but not turned, cursed but not yet lost, Silas has only seven nights to uncover the truth behind what he is and what he’s destined to become… or be destroyed by the very monster he hunts. His allies arcane warrior Isha and sharpshooter Dane may not be enough to stop what’s coming. Because something inside Silas is changing. And it’s hungry. Perfect for fans of The Witcher, Bloodborne, and dark Gothic fantasy, Seven Nights In Hell blends visceral horror, tragic prophecy, and slow-burning transformation in a world where old gods rot beneath the surface, and the line between hero and monster is drawn in blood.

After dying in an accident, I woke up in a completely different world. But this time, I’m not just anyone, I’m Don Carlos, the prince of Spain, and heir to one of the world’s most powerful empires. The problem? History tells me I won’t last long, and I’ll probably go mad in the process. But there’s one thing that’s different this time, I’ve been reborn without the deformities that plagued the real Don Carlos. I may not be the ideal prince, but I’m ready to rewrite history. one move at a time.

"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!"

Evans Diamond vivait une vie insouciante et ne manquant de rien. Jusqu'au jour où il fut au courant du secret sombre de ses parents. Une sorte de secte vouant un culte à des ombres maléfiques. Il fut soumis de force à ce culte en me transformant en ombre. Mais il réussi à garder une part humaine et devint un être mi-humain, mi-ombre. Chaque nuit il doit survivre et échapper à ces ombres qui le surveillent le jour et l'attaque la nuit, bien décider à faire de lui l'un des leurs........

Usually the night time is when we go to sleep, recharge ourselves, get the energy for the next day or simply just rest after a tiring day. But not in this story. Even though he always felt the need to sleep in daytime, Alfie Ellis would not have imagined to himself how his night life, his dear sleep time, would be over. After getting attached to the night ghost, he makes a deal with him, not checking the little details ,as uaual, he's forced to become a ghost when the night comes. Not used to this situation he panics ,having a hard time controlling his powers, along with the new thirsty desire for death. Alfie is trying to figure out what to do and how to stop himself from harming other people in the process.

In a world filled with mystery and wonder, a botanist named Rowan embarks on an epic journey to uncover magical plants hidden within three legendary dungeons Dungeon Top, Dungeon Under, and Dungeon Overworld. Each plant he discovers not only grants him incredible power but also unlocks fragments of his long-lost memory. Alongside NPCs he meets on his quest, Rowan must face ferocious monsters, terrifying dungeon bosses, and a truth far greater than himself. Through his adventure, Rowan learns that tending to plants is not just a matter of life and death but a bridge that connects the past and the future in order to save the world.

With the rise of violent souls and dark forces threatening the delicate balance between the living and spiritual worlds, Max, a weary Reaper, is assigned to guide fragile human souls for the first time. Bound by an unexpected promise, Max finds himself entangled with a young girl whose destiny could change everything. As rebellion brews in the shadows and corruption spreads, Max must navigate a journey of duty, loss, and unlikely hope before both realms spiral into chaos.

Annie only wanted a peaceful start. A new school, new classmates—maybe even a real friend. Instead, she found cruelty behind smiles. Betrayed and broken by those she trusted, Annie becomes the target of a powerful group of girls led by Rose—protected by influence, feared by everyone, and untouchable by the school’s authority. Left traumatized and alone, Annie nearly gives up… until a single friendship sparks a fire within her. Together with Kayla, another student sick of the silence, Annie begins a quiet war—training in secret, gathering evidence, and striking back from the shadows. One by one, the roots of the “Rose Garden” begin to unravel as the truth goes viral, and the hunted becomes the hunter. But Rose’s power runs deeper than anyone imagined—and the closer Annie gets to exposing it all, the more dangerous the game becomes. In a world where silence protects the guilty, one girl dares to grow thorns.

The myths of the world have suddenly come to life, causing ghouls to ravage it and making people to live in fear. Despite this development there's still people who would do everything in their power no matter what it takes to get what they want. To survive in this world of horror and despair you'll have to keep a Night's Eye.