Expectations Of Black

"The situation has turned dire," he said. "Hasn't it always been?" she replied. ... The world is undergoing rapid changes, and various species can participate in value games to gain supernatural intelligence. Li Changzhou, along with his sister and girlfriend, try hard to survive in this dangerous world.

Arlan Lok was just an ordinary village youth—until a savage cult bearing the emblem of a Black Sun razed his home, abducting his beloved younger sister. Left for dead and armed only with an ancient System-bound amulet, Arlan embarks on a desperate mission to rescue the last of his family from a demonic conspiracy that threatens the entire kingdom. Guided by newfound allies—like the resourceful mage Sera and veteran guild captain Vars—Arlan rises from obscurity to become a recognized champion. As each triumph grants him new levels and mystical abilities, he uncovers the cult’s terrifying plan: to unseal the Demon King Azrath, a being once banished from the mortal realm. Across shattered ruins, royal capitals, and hidden temples, Arlan must wage battle against scheming cultists and corrupted monsters alike. But with the fate of countless lives, and his sister’s, hanging in the balance, Arlan soon discovers that true power lies not just in wielding a sword, but in uniting hearts against the gathering shadows. Amid court intrigue, grueling tournaments, and epic clashes with monsters empowered by forbidden rituals, Arlan’s courage ignites hope in a kingdom on the brink of despair. If he can master his System’s gifts and forge alliances among knights, mages, and fellow adventurers, he may stand a chance to banish the Black Sun’s darkness once and for all—before Azrath’s unholy resurrection plunges the world into eternal night.

Gotham is ruled by Clad Belmont—a man powerful enough to defeat the infamous Jack the Reaper and seize control of the city. "What if there’s someone out there even stronger than Jack the Reaper? What will you do then, Belmont?" But when a mysterious new threat emerges, determined to erase Belmont’s legacy, the city spirals into chaos. "I'm Jaxon." "I don’t know where the hell you came from, kid, but this is Gotham. If you want to stay alive, keep your head down and don’t draw attention to yourself." Jaxon, a boy with no past, arrives in Gotham just as the city prepares to unveil a statue in Belmont’s honor. When the event is attacked, he’s faced with a choice: stay in the shadows or step into the light. "If I don’t do something, all these people are going to die right in front of me." As a masked vigilante rises, whispers spread—Jack the Reaper may have returned. "Who the hell is this Black Mask? I want him eliminated immediately." But if Jack the Reaper is truly back… then who is Black Mask? "Gotham, eh? So this is where you’ve been hiding all this time, Jaxon. Well then… it’s time I paid my student a visit." "Impossible." "I’m telling you, sir—Jack the Reaper is back in Gotham."

Story Outline for Black Squad Black Squad follows an elite investigative team led by ACP Sulaiman Qazi, operating in Mumbai. The team consists of Inspector Imran Wani, Arjun Rathore, and other skilled officers, solving high-profile cases involving murder, kidnappings, and organized crime. After facing government-imposed restrictions, they regain full autonomy through a hard-fought investigation, proving their innocence. With DCP Shamsher Singh promoted to DIG and SSP Ishan transferred as J&K’s police head, Black Squad continues its mission with renewed authority. Each episode presents a self-contained crime case, filled with suspense, action, and mind games as the squad unravels the truth while facing powerful adversaries. The team operates under strict legal frameworks but often bends the rules to deliver justice. As they progress, they uncover deeper conspiracies involving corrupt officials, secret criminal syndicates, and hidden betrayals, making every case more dangerous. With Mumbai’s safety in their hands, Black Squad stands as the last line of defense against crime.

In the shadows of a city ruled by death, assassins make pacts with beings beyond comprehension—trading their humanity for power. Kain Drayce was one of the best. A ghost. A killer without equal. Until the ones he trusted turned against him. Now, with a bounty on his head and the weight of a blood oath binding his soul, Kain walks a path of vengeance. But something stirs beneath the surface—an abyss calling his name. His enemies fear the man he was. They should fear what he’s becoming. The hunt has begun.

MC Rune Argentus wants to leave his village for a more exciting life as an adventurer, only things turn out a lot different than he thought they would. A power he shouldn't have, a bloodline hidden from him by his parents, and various women vying for his affection. Rune learns that not everything is as it seems as he's slowly dragged into an ancient conflict. Sexual Content warning: this novel contains content of the R-18 nature and might not be for everyone. All characters appearing in this novel are 18 years and over, despite what the text may say. I do not own the cover image. If you are the original artist and are unhappy then let me know and I will change it.

ON HIATUS [Currently editing] The final volume is under reconstruction! Please do not purchase! WARNING: MATURE CONTENTS Set in the city of New York, The story begins with Liam and Jenna O'Brien, abandoned by their father, soon later the death of their mother leaving the two siblings in the difficult world. Liam being the father figure wants nothing more than to make sure his kid sis get through school and have a good life, but all that changed when Jenna is wanted for killing three of her classmates, why she did it wasn't much of the question... it was how she did. Now becoming a target of both ghouls and G.I agents [Ghoul Investigators] Both siblings are thrust into a world of pain and rejection, hunted in the city as 'New York's Most Wanted' A young female ghoul, Riley Leah, comes to their recuse giving them a choice of hiding forever or dying. Will they survive the hunt? Or is a sibling bond stronger than any other thing? Well, you will just have to find out. DISCLAIMER: I Do Not Own The Pictures Used, Credits To The Owner.

Space is vast, unfathomable—an ocean of shadows where humanity has advanced without understanding what lurks in its depths. Twenty-two years ago, a planet appeared out of nowhere. It was on no star map. It had no orbit, no light, no signs of life. Yet, it pulsed. Now, the ship Astraea-7 is on its way to meet it. The mission is clear. The crew knows why they are there. All except one. Haruto never asked to be part of this exploration. But his presence is no coincidence. He is the key—though he does not know it yet. As the ship crosses the planet’s threshold, signals distort, communication breaks, and the silence is filled with something else. Then, it happens. For the first time in human history, the abyss answers. And in the depths of the shadow, a voice whispers: “Welcome home.” Thus begins Haruto’s journey of self-discovery, where he will uncover the echoes of a forgotten past and the shadow of a future he has yet to understand.

The human being is above all beautiful, divine and surprising. But there is in its essence an evil that surpasses even the understanding of God. And it's about human evil and its consequences, these tales that will follow. Mystery, absurdities, supernatural and blood will fill these pages. Not recommended for the weak.

When monsters sprouted from suddenly appearing towers all over the world, the world leaders created an organization of skilled warriors to tackle this problem. The warriors compromised of awakened humans; people who had gotten skills similar to those in a video game. Unfortunately, not everyone was willing to join this attack force, so the world leaders implemented a lottery-system to fill out the ranks. A few years later, Evelyn’s twin sister was chosen via lottery to become a discoverer, but their biased parents forced Evelyn to go in her sister's stead, putting her in the line of danger. The only salvation was that her finance was also sent on the same mission. The mission was to conquer a new Boss floor, and they were to fight against a monster of unpresented might. What she hadn’t expected was that her fiancé would betray her, because of a plot he concocted together with her sister. The monster annihilated their whole team before they were finally able to defeat it, but her fiancé had no thoughts of letting her leave the tower. Stabbing her in the back, he leered over her as he explained their plan while she slowly bled to death. With the last of her life force, dead set on getting her revenge on the man she had promised her life with, she heals the boss monster in hopes that it will kill him. As she slowly closes her eyes, the world going dark around her, a notification from the system pops up. “ New class: Black healer Congratulations! You have completed the hidden legendary quest, healing an S-ranked monster on its last breath by sacrificing yourself. Your immensely caring heart should be an inspiration to all healers, both human and monsters! Not caring for the wounded’s different race and even sacrificing the last of your own life, you have been given a new chance at life. ” Waking up, she is now back three years before the battle took place. Her new life starts now!

Caught between breathtaking romance, unravelling mysteries, and being tasked with a mission, Myles must navigate a world where nothing is as it seems. What begins as an adventure into the unknown soon becomes a battle for survival, love, and the truth behind his very existence. Will Myles embrace the path set before him, or will the forces at play tear him away from the world—and the woman—he is beginning to fall for?

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Demi mengikuti turnamen renang tingkat kabupaten di California, sepuluh peserta tim putra terpilih di Kabupaten Sonoma (total setelah penyaringan terdapat 27 peserta tim putra dan 21 peserta tim putri) memutuskan untuk mengadakan latihan mandiri selama beberapa hari di sebuah vila di ujung kota Healdsburg dengan didampingi oleh satu asisten coach dan satu dokter. Daerah vila itu sepi dan dikelilingi hutan yang cukup luas. Mereka akan latihan di sana selama beberapa waktu, berlatih di sana secara mandiri, lalu pulang dan mengikuti latihan resmi bersama teman-teman mereka yang lain sebelum akhirnya berangkat untuk mengikuti turnamen nasional California. Mereka tidak tahu bahwa kejadian yang tragis akan terjadi secara beruntun selama mereka latihan secara mandiri di sana. Satu per satu dari mereka mati mengenaskan dengan cara yang berbeda-beda. Jadi, siapakah pelakunya?

As war engulfs the continent, Baronia clings to its crumbling empire, calling upon its youth to fight for a cause they barely understand. Among them is Hans Bergmann, a cadet indoctrinated into the ideals of the Reich but plagued by doubt and haunting visions of doom. When the Wilmenians breach Fortress Lake Caden, Hans and his comrades are thrown into battle with little more than outdated weapons and blind obedience. Alongside his best friend Peter Haber, he struggles to survive as their once-unshakable defenses collapse under the relentless assault of a superior enemy. As they retreat to Defensive Line Delta, Hans witnesses the true horrors of war—men torn apart by artillery, friends lost in the chaos, and commanders who would rather sacrifice them than admit defeat. Meanwhile, his nightmares grow more vivid, whispering of an inevitable reckoning. With the Wilmenians closing in and the war turning against them, Hans must make a choice: remain loyal to a doomed empire or carve his own path before it's too late. But in a world where survival is fleeting and betrayal is everywhere, the greatest enemy may not be across the battlefield—it may be the very nation he swore to protect.

Keith just got thrown in time what will his future hold.

The Shadows of Havenwood Eleanor Vance, a vulnerable and isolated young girl, is sent to the notorious Havenwood Manor, a foreboding estate shrouded in darkness and secrecy. Abandoned by her family and forced to confront the sinister forces that lurk within the manor's crumbling walls, Eleanor soon discovers that she is not alone. Unsettling Presence As the lines between reality and madness blur, Eleanor becomes increasingly entangled in a web of supernatural horrors. The shadows that writhe across her bedroom walls seem to pulse with a malevolent life of their own, and the whispers that echo through the empty corridors appear to be calling her name.

...his hands slipped around my waist slowly as he pinned me to the wall...our faces.. only inches away from each other... his lips slowly collides with mine and ...it wasn't our usual kiss...it was hot and heated... I didn't even realize when a moan escaped my lips... "Tell me when to stop" he whispered in his husky devilish voice... Was he crazy? I never want him to stop... never!! he gently carried me up allowing my legs wrap around his slowly....he carried me up all the way to our room. I knew it was going to happen...I know it....

Doni, seorang pegawai perusahaan konstruksi terbesar tidak sengaja tercebur dalam konspirasi dan skandal besar direktur perusahaan. Doni harus menanggung konsekuensi atas informasi yang dia miliki. Apakah Doni akan dijadikan tumbal agar perusahaan tidak tumbang?

In a world filled with monsters, demons, and magic users born with elemental powers, a boy is born without any magic or elements. Despite this, he possesses monstrous strength and speed, faster than light. Armed with a mysterious sword that can change shape, he fights against an unknown cosmic force. His journey leads him to uncover the secrets of his origins and the true nature of the universe.

A 14year old girl named Estella who unexpectedly fell in love with her(older)brother best friend named Nathan and he is 16year old. btw she wrote this in her diary so we basically reading her diary hope you enjoy

"No one will ever love you, do you think you deserve love? no you don't..." "I love you, and I'm not ashamed to say it .." "The truth is... everyone deserves love..." love, that mystical force that binds bodies today... love, that sensational feeling...that language that everyone knows...well I don't think I deserve it...at least not ever... That was until I took a cup of this intoxicating black whiskey...Grey Hampton

In a world where magic awakens at the age of eight, Himra Kitamori's journey defies all expectations. Born without magic but blessed with unparalleled strength, Himra discovers an ancient black katana forged by forbidden powers. As red lightning ignites his destiny, Himra must face a ruthless king and his army of shadows. With courage, training, and the blade’s evolving power, Himra embarks on a thrilling quest to uncover his true potential. Will he rise as the ultimate warrior or fall to the darkness threatening his world?

In the treacherous waters of the Caribbean, Jacob "Black Jack," a cunning and ambitious pirate captain, rises to power through a combination of ruthless strategy and dark necromantic abilities. As captain of The Abyss, Jacob sets out to establish a powerful pirate haven on the secluded island of Dead Man's Bay. Facing challenges from both the supernatural and the living, he must navigate treacherous alliances, fend off native tribes, and outmaneuver rival pirates while building his empire. With a growing crew and a deepening mastery of the dark arts, Black Jack's journey is one of power, control, and the pursuit of ultimate dominion over the Caribbean.