Empty Box

So-called Taisu pulse is a form of physiognomy, which can discern nobility and lowliness, foresee auspicious and ominous events, predict misfortune and fortune. Good sir, do you dare to let me feel your pulse? One pulse reading is worth a thousand gold! Look, making money is so easy, isn't it? Ah, phooey! Living two lives, Qin Liuxi's ideal is always to get by without striving for advancement, because in the world, there are always those who are willing to be lazy and not seek progress, and she is fit for such worthless tasks! But when a whole family shows up miserably and pitifully in front of her, Qin Liuxi's days as a slacker are over. Faced with the precarious Qin family in a state of distress, a maid beggar with an empty money box asking for business, Qin Liuxi has no choice but to shoulder the duties of the eldest lady, managing the household, supporting elders, and child-rearing! Qin Liuxi: I clearly got the script as a slacker, who switched it up? A cousin who questions her existence after being scolded by the eldest lady: I feel like the big sister looks at us like we're trouble! Qin Fourth Young Master, who was beaten and taught a lesson by the eldest lady: Be bolder, remove the feeling! Qin Fifth Young Master, who was lectured into a state of introversion by the eldest lady, solemnly counts on his fingers to answer questions about what the big sister is useless at: She can exorcise demons and ghosts, read faces and draw charms, heal and save people. Oh, which one did you ask about? Later, someone asked Qin Liuxi, if life could start over, what would her dream be? Qin Liuxi remained silent for a long time: To not strive for progress and to live for a hundred years!

The hierarchy of Tao Cultivation is strict, and the life of a Loose Cultivator is difficult. At the age of ten, Mo Hua's Sea of Consciousness conjured a Taoist Stele. It could forge Divine Sense, learn Formation. Mo Hua would use the Taoist Stele to craft the Supreme Divine Sense, to comprehend the various heavenly Formations, and to strive for the Longevity Road. He would change not only his own destiny but also the destiny of all bottom-tier cultivators under the heavens. (Traditional Xianxia, no system, Formation genre, growth genre)

Chibi Pride: “Look him in the eye, keep your voice steady, and if you need a moment to gather your thoughts, don’t say umm, hold your breath.” Chibi Sloth: “Think… of all the time… we could save…” Chibi Gluttony: “Moderation doesn’t mean abstinences.” Chibi Lust: “Nothing is sexier than a man who brings exotic trophies back from his hunt.” Chibi Wrath: “It’s not even that big a deal, it’s one freaking box man.” Chibi Envy: “Come on Greed, if we don’t get it now, we’ll keep thinking about it, then next time a craving hits, we’ll just want more. Probably something more expensive, or more of it.” Chibi Greed: “It’s. Not. On. The. List.” Max watched the seven tiny forms of the great and powerful seven deadly sins argue… over a box of Lucky Charms. He steadied his shoulders and met the tiny Greed’s eyes blocking the box he’d reached for, “I’ve worked two double shifts this week, yes it’s outside of budget, and not on the list, but...” He took a moment as Chibi Pride nodded encouragingly. “Twice this week I left work so late I was too tired to make anything. Yes, it’s cheaper, yes, it’s healthier, but I need something I can grab on the go, or stuff my face in under ten minutes. I’ll ride my bike to work to cut back bus fares.” Greed glared at his companions, “We’re supposed to work together.” Pride grinned showing all his teeth, “We are.” The other five all grinned at Greed playfully. “I am getting a box of Lucky Charms Greed.” Max didn’t let his voice waver under Greed’s increasingly irate scowl. After a small hesitation, he reached for the box next to Greed, and put it in his cart. When Pride patted his ear he let out the breath he’d been holding as a wide smile spread over his face. Hell yeah! I finally did it! After three months, they, no he, managed to stand his ground. Ryan, the security guard, watched the young man… talk to a box of cereal. All the fucking crazies around here, he hated it when they started talking to themselves. Never knew when one would get violent… at least this kid was a regular… always talking to fruits, vegetables, sometimes the occasional discounted meat. He leaned his head to his walkie talkie, “It’s our fruit negotiator, apparently the cereal isn’t keen on going home with him today. Tell Karen she can relax.” Ruby listened to the chatter as she gave her best customer service smile to their very own special Karen. She’d refused to pay for her four hundred dollars’ worth of groceries until someone verified the crazy guy she’d spotted had been spoken to. Her two crotch goblins still screaming hysterically in the father’s cart… they had to be at least eight years old already… God how much longer was her shift? Ruby checked her phone… seven hours… and twenty-three more minutes… not including her lunch.

Synopsis: He reached it. Godhood. After climbing through blood, betrayal, and ruin—he became divine. But the moment he ascended, the truth hit him like a cosmic hammer: It was a trap. The divine realm wasn’t paradise. It was a containment chamber. A cosmic lab. A system-designed slaughterhouse where gods are harvested, erased, and rewritten. > “Subject #928,363,353,839,265… Godhood confirmed. Begin Regression Protocol. Prepare to be wiped.” He was stripped bare. > Power: gone. Core: shattered. Memory: erased. Soul: blanked. Name: deleted. Identity: dissolved. Then discarded into a dead world. No thoughts. No pain. No instincts. Just a silent shell—fifteen years old, staring into the rain with no idea he existed. Do you want to know what happens when you cross the threshold? Novels 1. Lord of the Void Realm 2. 100 Years Left: The Unseen Executioner 3. Zero Protocol: Red, The Code Ascendant 4. The Empty Threshold 5. MJ Reborn: Rebound from Oblivion 6. Amitabha Online: The Monk That Greets Death

A young boy with nothing but a mysterious box from his dying father... A group of broken children abused in silence... A loyal friend who becomes a warrior... And a princess whose smile hides a secret face... This is not just a story - it's a journey of love, betrayal, sacrifice, and destiny. Read "The Kabul Chronicles" -Also Knows The Baghdad Chronicles A gripping emotional tale of courage and survival.

Liam Page died as boxing's biggest failure—3 wins, 25 losses, killed by a cheap shot in an empty arena. But death gave him a second chance. He awakens at seventeen with all his memories and an AI system that treats his previous career as a "catastrophic athletic failure" requiring complete rehabilitation. This time, he'll do it right. No shortcuts, no arrogance—just methodical rebuilding from the ground up. But as Liam climbs from amateur nobody to championship contender, he discovers his original failure was orchestrated by the same criminal network still controlling boxing. Now he's fighting two wars: one in the ring for titles, and one against a corrupt system that destroys fighters who won't be controlled. With Carmen Rodriguez—a fierce female boxer who becomes his partner in both battles—Liam must transform from boxing's greatest disappointment into its most dangerous reformer.

Earth has been visited by the Embryeniel records, so the world and its habitants are pushed towards the path of evolution. Strange monsters only made up by imagination appeared everywhere and the world changed into a situation of either survival or death. Jon is a normal student in Palflic university, all he thought about was finishing his school safely and is faced with possibility of been abandoned by his parents, however little did he know about himself and what the world had in-store for him. Other worlds and universes, clans and sects, people and monsters stand in his way, will he prevail or succumb to the desires of others. . . . . .

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Find the lost key to open the dream box

A small box was opened. And with it, chaos spread—destruction and creation intertwined. A young man takes his first step and enters a technological device. The modern world shifts as data flows around him, revealing a realm of fantasy, magic, myths, and creatures never before seen. Civilizations and cultures of breathtaking wonder, shrouded in mystery and uniqueness, unfold before him. Years later, he stands atop a mountain. With a mere motion of his hand, elemental energy of the six elements surges forth. Another movement bends space and time to his will. Every motion of his body radiates immense magical and mystical power. The enemies before him stand no chance. And in the end, with a smile on his face, an energy unseen since the dawn of creation emerges—striking terror even into the hearts of the gods. How its gone be this world? Open the box and find out. The chaos say hello!! IG:@great.daoofspace

Riku Kazehaya just wanted a quiet life at his new high school in Kamakura. No drama, no attention—just clean air, late-night jogs, and maybe a vending machine chocolate milk after class. But on Day One, things go off-script: Not only is he seated next to a beautiful gyaru with a sharp tongue and sharper stare—Aika Hoshino—but he also finds out that she’s his new roommate. Courtesy of their scheming dads’ “cozy little arrangement.” Now living under the same roof, with bandages on his fists and secrets under his sleeves, Riku tries to keep his real self boxed away. After all, no one at school knows he’s a boxing prodigy who dropped out of the spotlight. But Aika? She's not so easy to keep out. Gym rat by passion, chaotic by nature, and way too pretty to ignore—she’s got her own questions about this mysterious new guy with tired eyes and a body built like a fighter. Love wasn’t part of the plan. But some feelings don’t stay boxed for long.

After a near death experience thanks to his own mother, Jake Hollander has an adverse reaction to people, baseball, and family. His feeling of abandonment is slowly lost thanks to his foster family, The Atkins. They take him in and change his mind about everything. He becomes more open, better at baseball, and craves for family. Slowly all wishes are granted. Instagram: @writerhalf_empty https://www.patreon.com/half_empty ~~The Last Curve can be found there, a short story about Rhys Please read on Webnovel! **Names, faces, and places aren’t real. A work of fiction. Nonetheless, it is my work of fiction so please don’t post it without permission. *I have used school names that do exist though, but I would like everyone to know that I have no affiliation with them. Nor do my views reflect their views. **Also, I bought the royalty-free license for my cover. Which means I can use it without having to pay royalties. If you have any questions, comment on my latest chapter or reach me on discord.

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Have you ever wondered what happens after death? Will it be paradise? Follow Hybris, a man reborn in a strange world called Tellus — a place of magic, monsters, and mystery. He wakes trapped in a steel box, like a coffin, waiting to be released into a deadly trial to prove his worth — or die a second time. Will he stay sane, or delve into his lunacy? Do you want to see the pretty things beneath the earth?

Sedah, through past trials and challenges, had forged himself into becoming overpowered. He then went on to save humanity itself! This act made him the greatest hero to ever live! However, as he grew stronger, he became less and less whole. Centuries passed by and his feelings of hollowness and emptiness remained unchanged. Yet, through this emptiness, he found a goal. To find a worthy adversary to defeat and kill him in battle! Note: Sedah and Arthur(Young) are on the cover.

tells the tale of Khalid, a young man born with one arm and one leg in a small desert village. Despite his physical limitations, Khalid strives to support his mother and help his fellow villagers. When their peaceful existence is shattered by a group of traders and their ruthless guards, Khalid finds himself in the midst of chaos and violence. Forced to leave his home, Khalid embarks on a journey where he must confront his limitations and face challenges head-on.

Afligido por la misma rutina diaria, Ziro trata de cambiar un poco los aires de su vida tratando de darse ánimos así mismo después de haber pasado por una perdida que lo dejo afectado y lleno de culpa, durante los últimos días de escuela un suceso no solo cambiará su vida, también le dará algo que siempre anhelo por unos segundos. ¿Es lo que realmente quería?

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.

When he woke up, he found himself on top of an empty island, with nothing around but the ocean, and on top of it, nothing, not even a tree. Despite the abundance of water, he couldn't drink any as it was part of the sea and he would only die faster by doing so, but fortunately for him, he wasn't entirely miserable. [ The Dungeon Manager can't die if the dungeon is still existing. ] " Then, what is the dungeon ? " [ This island. ] Led by the system that was bound to him, he would then start to upgrade the island, or the dungeon, to his liking, hoping that one day, someone would reach it.. But for now, he'll have to fill his lack of social needs by communicating with monsters.

When Kayode, a Nigerian intern student, makes a tiny crack in an ancient iron box, he unknowingly awakens trapped spiritual energy—and draws the attention of forgotten gods. Now haunted and hunted, he must survive the consequences of disturbing what should’ve remained sealed.

“ I swear to God Keira” Liam spoke slowly as he leaned closer, his eyes looked darker as he tipped her chin up so that he was staring deep into her eyes as he dragged his words out. “If I find out you’ve let some fucker touch you, I’ll deliver his hands to you in a box” “And I do not. Fucking. Bluff”

Dark Ballerina is a gothic horror novel centered around a haunted music box hidden inside a desolate, decaying house. The box contains a delicate porcelain ballerina who dances to a melody no one can name—and it torments the families who live there, generation after generation. The story follows Eleanor March, who returns to the house she fled as a child to claim her inheritance. But once inside, she finds herself drawn into a chilling cycle of ghostly echoes, repressed memories, and a growing suspicion that the music box isn’t just haunted—it’s alive, and it remembers her.

In a room were people inside strange glass boxes with a strange liquid and wires connected to it,they all looked like they were asleep. One of them suddenly woke up,she looked confused and held her head as she tried to open her eyes she looked around the room and once she saw everything it was like she recalled something scary as she tried to hit the glass but it was really hard.As she did so she saw red lights flashing and knew she was done for. The door to the room opened and two men in white coats walked in as one of them pressed a few buttons on the glass and increased the voltage from 50 to 70 and then the girl blacked out as she was electrocuted. "Subject 001 has become more dangerous".one of the men said as they stared at her inside the box,if it wasn't for the situation she looked really beautiful. "They've asked that we watch her carefully or else there will be a repeat of the same situation".The other man replied suddenly cracks began showing on the glass as the girl opened her eyes and smiled slowly at them,they nervously tried to increase the voltage to 100 but even after doing so she still kept on her cold smile. They tried to run as the glass broke and the strange liquid gushed out,they slipped on the liquid as she walked out of the box. Red lights began flashing in the room with a robotic voice sounding everywhere in the building. "Warning! Warning! subject 001 has escaped"

The sequel to Hide and seek : My psychopathic muse, Suki's mission remains unfinished. that is, until the box is found

Emilia’s world is slipping away — one memory at a time. Diagnosed with a relentless brain tumor, she battles not only the pain of illness but the cruel thief that steals her past, fragment by fragment. Amid the fading shadows of her mind, Emilia clings to hope, love, and the fierce will to live.

“The Chosen One” — Synopsis At sixteen, Sombat has grown up in the silence of a broken home, carrying invisible scars no one ever truly sees. His life takes a strange turn when he stumbles upon a mysterious box hidden in an old storage room. The moment he opens it, something ancient and forbidden begins to stir. Behind the veil of reality lies another world—one filled with arcane forces and secrets not meant for human eyes. And it reveals itself to him, and only him. Sombat’s mother, Nipa, has just inherited an old ancestral house, a crumbling estate shrouded in silence and unanswered questions. Next door stands a pale, decaying villa—eerily quiet and steeped in memories she has never spoken of. As mother and son move into their new home, strange things begin to unfold: whispers with no source, shifting shadows, and a constant sense of being watched. Sombat is the only one who begins to see the connection—between the mysterious box, the haunted villa, and the darkness lurking beneath his family’s legacy.