Breaching The Garden Gate

In a world where ancient cultivation secrets lie hidden beneath the bustling streets of modern cities, and the mafia doesn't just control the underworld but also the spiritual clans, Long Tianyu finds himself betrayed by those he once considered family. As the heir to the most powerful underground family in the Eastern Alliance, he faces a brutal twist of fate. On the very day he was set to become the next Dragon Lord, he is ambushed and killed by his own uncle—Long Shen, the man who raised him. But destiny has other plans. Reborn a decade in the past, Long Tianyu awakens at the gates of the Long Clan’s outer court. This time, he’s not alone. A mysterious power stirs within him: [Supreme Sign-In System Activated] Every day, in every place, and with every step, he can gain powers that kings only dream of. From mastering forbidden flame techniques to wielding divine-grade artifacts, Tianyu embarks on an unstoppable journey—defeating arrogant clan heirs, dismantling corrupt sects, taming the martial underworld, and building his own shadow empire from the ground up.

Bruno traveled to another world and obtained the wonder construction system. The Hanging Gardens of Babylon is used to grow vegetables, The Colosseum of Rome is used to play football, The Lighthouse of Alexandriae starts the prelude to the era of great navigation, The Ruhr factory announced the beginning of the industrial revolution, actually…… I’m just an ordinary creator of spectacles. … [Like always I am not the creator of this novel just a translator that like this novel all credit goes to the original creator (陛下，奇观误国啊) this is the original title]

Xavier wasn't expecting much from today—maybe a boring meeting, definitely some subpar coffee. What he didn’t expect was a silver lance aimed at his neck, a teenage girl with the attitude of a war-hardened NPC, or getting dragged across several floors like a human mop. When an encounter with a very aggressive seventeen-year-old turns into a rooftop revelation, Xavier learns the impossible: he’s an Executioner, born with a power called a Gate—and monsters are out to kill people like him. No, he doesn’t remember signing up for this. Yes, it’s apparently non-refundable. Add in a teleporting hallway, a superpowered girl who clearly skipped the empathy tutorial, and a muscle-bound giant that could double as a building—and Xavier’s world is flipped upside-down faster than you can say, “I’m hallucinating now.” It’s his first day as an Executioner. He’s already regretting everything.

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.

[Sexual Content, Graphic Violence & Lemons Warning] Warning: Dark Fantasy, Dark Comedy, Ecchi Humor, Gore, Horror, Dark Romance On the world of Yara, gods once walked among mortals—shaping mountains, summoning dragons, and weaving magic into every breath of life. Temples soared skyward, labyrinthine dungeons guarded unfathomable treasures, and glimmering phoenixes lit the night. Yet when humanity’s thirst for greater power erupted into rebellion, the divine age ended in cataclysm. The heavens fell silent, and in the void left behind, a new terror arose. From the depths of darkness the Demon Queen ascended, trailing storms of carnivorous fiends and crimson flames that decimated kingdoms. Centuries of reign honed her strength, her silver hair and scarlet-red eyes becoming legend’s darkest promise. None could stand against her might—until a hero, driven by ambition as fierce as the queen’s own, banished her into a legendary blade. Peace returned, kingdoms flourished, and secret gates to the old gods—veins of power and peril—lay waiting to be reopened. Kouki, a sharp-witted wanderer with a mysterious curse etched into his flesh, ventures into one such newly revealed dungeon. Walls hum with ancient spells, traps whisper for blood, and every step risks twisting fate itself. When he stumbles upon a stranded cat-eared girl, her frightened plea echoes in the shadowed corridors. Desperate to survive, she fumbles a spell—but Kouki’s poison-laced magic fells the half-beast assailant in a heartbeat. In her wide, jewel-bright eyes he discovers both fear and fascination, and an unexpected bond sparks between them. Together they emerge into a world bristling with hidden gates, looming gods, and echoes of divine wrath. She offers healing light to lift his curse; he brings cunning and power that could reshape their fate. As whispers of prophecy and stir new alliances form, their fates entwine in a race against time—through monster-haunted dungeons, court intrigues, and the ever-present question: who will claim the last spark of godly magic before darkness returns?

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.

In the near future, climate collapse and ancient magnetic disruptions have fractured Earth’s natural balance, awakening long-dormant energies sealed by forgotten African gods. Deep beneath the rocky plains of Spain’s Extremadura region—where old Roman ruins whisper secrets—an ancient gate has reactivated. But it’s not from this world. A secretive society known as The Obsidian Custodians is on the move. They carry knowledge passed down through a fusion of African myths, Chinese elemental science, and Roman ritual—a knowledge that once held the balance between worlds. The gate is opening again. And something is coming through. Our protagonists—Ayinla, a Nigerian-Chinese code-smith with fragmented visions, and Mirella, an Italian-Igbo linguist running from her past—are drawn to the gate for reasons neither understands. Alongside them are war survivors, scholars, and warriors from different tribes and nations, each with stakes in this awakening. But Ayinla and Mirella are not ordinary. Each carries a piece of a myth long erased—one that could determine whether this world is reborn or consumed.

Overnight, she was betrayed by her fiancé and sister, and was forced by her family to marry a fool. On the wedding day, everyone was waiting eagerly to laugh at her and see how she would get her foolish husband to put on the wedding ring. However, she took out her marriage certificate, which shocked the world, because the man on the certificate was not her ex-fiancé or that fool, but...

In the post-apocalyptic world, Luo Qiao, endowed with a Special Ability, transmigrated into a pitiable girl nobody wanted. By a stroke of luck, she gained a space, truly a cause for celebration. Yet she discovered not only had she crossed over, but she'd also ended up in a book, with the original character's fate being tragically doomed! Haha, with a Special Ability and space at her disposal, Luo Qiao said she needed no one. However, that villager rumored to be an eccentric disabled leader seemed to want to help her at every turn. Luo Qiao's eyes twinkled, hehe, latching onto a powerful thigh for support didn't sound like a bad idea. Watch how the delicate wife is nurtured, see how Luo Qiao enjoys her Xiao Yao life……….

Su Jie, capable of traveling between Blue Star and the Cultivation World, discovered that cultivation was just too difficult. Spirit Pills, Magic Artifacts, Pocket Worlds, and inherent comprehension—each was a mountain on the long road to immortality. Not until Su Jie found out that Demon Cultivators refined corpses by killing, extracted souls to cultivate fiends, and used fear as sustenance for their cultivation. Need souls to consecrate a Soul Summoning Banner? Get to know the pig farms that slaughter millions of pigs a year. Need human fear to cultivate fierce ghosts? Stock up on ghost houses, horror films, and horror games... Need fresh blood for Demon Techniques? Across the ocean, America is the world's largest grey market blood transfusion station... ...... Years later. "You devil, how many people have you killed? And you still have the face to call yourself a good person? Pah, today I shall act on behalf of heaven to mete out justice." The Tianyuan World's most beautiful person's eyebrows were furrowed with rage, as she stared at the terrifying Devil before her, enveloped in wronged souls, with thousands of ghosts parading on his Soul Banner, seated in a palace made of bones, she posed her soulful question. The Devil slowly stood up and pulled out a business card that read "Hua Country's Philanthropist of the Year / Founder of the World's Largest Chain of Ghost Houses / Owner of Blue Star's Largest Livestock Slaughter Business / Emerging Tycoon of the Entertainment Industry." "You see, I'm really not a devil, okay? Nowadays, who still uses such a lowly method as killing people to cultivate as a devil!"

Transmigrated to a wizarding world. 'But... what about the promise of wizards pursuing truth?' 'Why is it just a bunch of greedy people who seek power!' ... Passing guests, please come in and take a look; if it's not the right fit, then feel free to leave.

From a green young girl to a wealthy young wife, he loved her and doted on her to the point of making others go green with envy! Mr. Bo: Learning karate to protect you! Running marathons to accompany you shopping! Standing at attention for when I mess up in the future, no matter how you scold or hit me, I can only obediently stand! Undergoing physical training to provide all-round services! Training my abdominal muscles because I want to carry you for a lifetime, shielding you from the wind and rain! And learning more cooking skills to accompany you as you taste all the delicacies of the world... Li Qiyu, I love you. Make good use of your privileges! *Check out my other two books "Rejecting the Wealthy Marriage: The Young Madam's 99 Escapes" and "The Arrogant CEO: Hello!"*

They were chasing her-and no matter how fast she ran, the footsteps never stopped. Gasping through alleyways, hiding in shadows, praying to gods she didn't believe in. Just one breath, one second of peace... But even magic has teeth. And behind the last door, past the glowing gate she thought had saved her-death was waiting to exhale

2014. 5:00 Am. Under the still dark sky, a silhouette was jogging around the block in black sweatpants and a sweatshirt, despite the darkness hiding most of his features his almost vibrantly glowing gold eyes could be seen sharp and focused. “I love, I love, I love…” the man was quietly singing, his headphones laid over his hoodie, noise cancelling of course, a beloved feature. The man, keenly aware of the danger of ANC headphones was constantly surveying the road, wary of cars. Unaware of the massive incoming meteor that was plummeting at a speed so fast it was like a blur. *boom* Just like that, a man, crushed under the weight of at least 100,000 pounds was made into meat paste, sadly missing out on the evolution of Earth. [Planet Z267-B3, “Earth” has been inducted. Good Luck] From that moment on people started awakening left and right, [You have awakened S-ranked skill, god speed, you move at incredible speeds.] [You have awakened D rank skill, Tech Savvy, you are exceptionally good with technology] … However, unknown to the rest of the world, a man, well meatpaste, received a talent as well, one so broken it was unheard of. […Skill awakened: The Talented, you are the talented one, the pinnacle of all genius, what a one in ten quadrillion genius can achieve throughout a lifetime, you achieve in a blink.] “…” the once man, now meatpaste felt his bones, flesh, and blood slowly reconvene, the boulder, the cause of the evolution cracked and revealed him, Alexios Bornhunter, the talented one.

Lin Feng was at rock bottom—buried in debt, stuck in a dead-end job, and barely surviving as a struggling college student. His fridge contained nothing but a single egg and regret. Then, one day, his life changed forever. > [Ding!] > [Congratulations! You have unlocked the Rich System!] > [Spending money on women increases their favorability at 2x, 3x, or more!] > [Reach favorability milestones to receive cash returns—higher favorability, higher profits!] At first, Lin Feng thought it was a scam… until 5,000 yuan appeared in his bank account. Now, armed with a system that rewards extravagant spending on women, Lin Feng must navigate the world of wealth, luxury, and high society. But there’s a catch— - Cheap gifts don’t count. - Unnecessary spending lowers the favorability boost. - Some women require more than money to be impressed. - And sometimes, the system throws in humiliating spending challenges. From sharp and ambitious career women to calculating high-society heiresses, rising celebrities, and even a mysterious billionaire widow, Lin Feng must learn how to play the game—or risk losing everything. Can an unlucky underdog turn money into power, respect, and romance? Or will wealth bring him more trouble than he ever imagined? One thing’s for sure—**he’s about to find out.

Eren Heart, a former ranker. Returns to the world of the living after an eternity in the realm of the dead. His mission to bring balance to this new world with the help of a powerful ring, The god eater. A man out of time, he struggles to find his place in a world that has drastically changed in his absence. His family is distant, his former friends, allies and enemies too have moved on, leaving him adrift in a world unknown. However, with every great object of power their is a price to pay. Eren's slow transformation into something more than human, with the world on the brink and peoples eyes turned away from all the darkness. Eren decides to be the monster the world needs. He needs to be the Reaper. What to expect: [Power fantasy / Necromancy / Anti-hero / Army building / Social decline] Please make sure to leave a like or a comment. I would love to hear some feedback. Or even if you just want a chat about writing in general.

I have lived a million lifetimes. I have left legacies behind on countless universes. Now, I find myself once again—in Rome. But this is no life I remember. The Earth's essence bleeds away, and I am not a legionary... but a slave. We should never have crossed the Golden Gate, being so unprepared for the horrors that awaited us. But it was necessary, that the Empire might be made eternal. Can you hear it? The chants of the people? How they cry out for the Son of Mars? Hush now, children. Be at ease... For I shall answer with fire and gold!

Humanity once opened the first of the twelve ancient gates, seeking power, resources, and knowledge. But instead, they unleashed something else. Armies of monstrous beings poured through the rift, bringing with them chaos and endless war. One gate has already fallen. The remaining eleven are still held by humans - but barely. The enemy grows stronger with each attack, and now, forces beyond human comprehension are emerging from the other side. By chance or fate, mankind discovered one of the five legendary relics - ancient artifacts said to grant power strong enough to shift the tides of war. With it, humanity narrowly regained balance. But it won't last. The enemy is evolving. And what comes next... can't be stopped by ordinary means. Then comes Saiden. A boy with no magic. No title. No destiny. And yet, in humanity's darkest hour, he awakens a power spoken of only in ancient prophecy - a force believed to be the most dangerous and unstoppable of all. This isn't just magic. It's a power that, if mastered, could become the key to saving the world - or its final downfall.

*WSA Entry* They called it purification. Eleven gods. Eleven laws. Eleven continents under divine order. Kai Silvareth was born in the heart of Floravell, land of life and harmony. The son of the Blooming Temple’s High Priestess. A devout believer. He prayed. He obeyed. And when his people were slaughtered in the name of “holy judgment,” he waited for salvation. No god came. Left buried in the rubble of his mother’s corpse and the ashes of a fallen temple, something inside him snapped. And the world… heard it. From the roots beneath the earth, an ancient will awoke. The 12th god. The Beast God—betrayed, erased, and buried by the divine. In Kai, he found a mirror of his rage. Not chosen. Not blessed. Not holy. Reborn. Now Kai doesn’t kneel. He devours. Let the gods tremble. Let them remember what it means to be hunted once more. --- "He lost everything to divine judgment. Now he is divine wrath." "You burned his home. You buried the truth. Now the beast you feared has opened his eyes." ***** This isn't your usual novel where the MC plays the good guy. You can view the MC the way you want to. you might think he is to evil, you might think all he does is for the greater good, at the end of the day it all depends on you. there are some action MC might take that might warrant a lot of questions but at the end of the day it is all for his own benefit. enjoy the read...

He refused Truck-kun’s call to another world — and now the world will pay. Hit by Truck-kun and going to another world to live a protagonist’s life is easy. But Gun refuses to go. When Truck-kun tries to kill him, he survives. He doesn’t want to live in another world or have a harem life. He refuses to leave and stays to take his revenge in this world. One day, the world changes. A spatial object from an alien spaceship lands in North Korea and destroys the entire country. After that, some people begin to awaken superpowers. Gun also awakens, but instead of powers, he gets a system. Now, Gun lives for his revenge. But he notices some people had superpowers even before the alien object landed on Earth. Later, the aliens come to Earth to recover their lost artifact. Unlike mindless monsters, these aliens have extremely high intelligence. Now, Gun must solve the mystery of what that artifact was, how powers existed before the alien invasion, and if any of it is connected to him. What you can expect: -----Hand-to-hand combat----- ----Martial arts plus magic---- ----A unique power system--- -----Lots of mystery----- ----Revenge---- ----School fights---- ----Overpowered characters---- ----High-action scenes---- ----Cruel scenes including torture---- ----Some light romance----

"You know, darling, when was younger, I dreamt of finding the City of Towers and to live in one of its majestic silver towers. Unfortunately, it seems I wasn't meant for it..." "Don't be sad mother... I will go and search for it, and when I find it, I will bring you with me so that we can live there in peace!" "Oh my, what a caring son you are~ I'm sure you will succeed, and I'm certain that the Lady of the Gate will light your path... James" Year 742 of the Era of the Radiant Sun. On the northern shores of the Redcia peninsula, one can spot a hooded youth wandering in search of a legend to fulfill an old promise. Will the young one fail in his quest? Or will he emerge victorious? And if he was to succeed, how will he react to the fact that legends often do not fully align with reality? _____________________________________________ Hello everyone, this was my experiment with a story based on an idea I've had for a long time. I would love to know what you think about it and if I should continue the novel. So please, leave your comments and let me know what you liked and what you didn't. Goodbye!

The world ended. Then the gods tried to fix it. They made Menystria. It didn’t help. Once, three gods—James the Sun, Noah the Moon, and Evodil the devouring Chaos—built a city above the dead Earth to escape everything they ruined. But centuries later, the curse has lifted, humans are returning, magic breathes again and old truths are crawling back into the light. Evodil, shadow-bound god of hate and apathy, now drinks bitter coffee in a mountain observatory. Not a hero, barely even sane. But something’s waking beneath Menystria—and this time, it’s not going to be kind. Time loops. False lives. Dreams of angels with mechanical halos. A boy forging a burning katana. And a poker table in a realm that should not exist—where 52 seats wait for gods not yet born. As rebellion brews, new gods rise, and a cosmic horror named Azraem begins to turn its eyes inward, Evodil is forced to make a choice: remain the mistake everyone fears… or con the universe into believing he’s the one thing it still needs. MENYSTRIA is a slow-burn cosmic fantasy laced with bitter humor, emotional scars, and a divine game far bigger than anyone understands. This isn’t about saving the world. It’s about who gets to rewrite it.

In a world torn between land and sea, where humans and amphibians are forbidden from crossing each other’s boundaries, an ancient hatred—born of a bloody war fifty years ago—continues to fester. Amid this division. the fates of two young men from opposite worlds collide: one striving to prove himself within a powerful government organization, the other a sea prince stripped of his birthright and betrayed. Each carries a hidden secret in his blood. When their paths intertwine, they uncover a conspiracy that threatens the existence of both species, forcing them into a race against time to stop a dark force seeking absolute domination.

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

Strangers, falsely convicted of murder, must prevent an invasion while clearing their names, or the Kingdom will fall before it's first founding day. Navigating the feelings of loss from her murdered friends, Krashina must remember why she joined the Order of Knights if she is to lead her companions. Nixor the Knife will have to look beyond his own self preservation if he is to survive. Grey will be forced to decide between keeping his secrets or risking his life to save the very realm which has outlawed all magic. Cairvish has no choice- his uncle has taken his betrothed as a hostage, and there is no price he won't pay for her freedom.

In a world reborn by chaos, humanity survives within a colossal Tower, where power is everything and each floor holds the promise of glory—or death. Min Jae, Haruto, Soo Min, and Hana are four outcasts with overlooked classes and no guild to back them. When a global awakening grants people elemental powers and access to mysterious dungeons called "Gates," they form a party of necessity, not trust. But in a system built to favor the gifted, they refuse to be background characters. From cursed Gates and ancient puzzles to brutal PvP arenas and the rise of world rankings, the Shadow Pact carves their name into a world ruled by power and politics. Their bond will be tested by betrayal, secrets, and the growing realization that not all Gates follow the rules. Because some doors were never meant to open. And some players were never meant to stay human.

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.