Trace

Synopsis Detective Elias Mercer, known as ‘Mercy’ for his angelic demeanor, hides a mind as sharp as a blade and a heart as cold as the cases he solves. A former journalist framed and cast out, he now walks the thin line between justice and obsession, unraveling the city’s darkest secrets one case at a time. When Adrian Holt, a man seemingly swallowed by the shadows, vanishes without a trace, Elias is dragged into a mystery far deeper than he anticipated. His only lead? Evelyn Drake—a woman who speaks in riddles and keeps secrets like currency. As Elias peels back the layers of deception, a familiar name resurfaces from his past: Nathaniel Voss, a phantom figure lurking behind countless crimes, always just out of reach. With each step forward, the case tightens around him, drawing him into a web of corruption, fear, and a truth far more sinister than murder. The deeper Elias digs, the more he realizes—some ghosts aren’t meant to be found, and some truths are buried for a reason. But Elias Mercer doesn’t believe in walking away. And this time, the darkness is watching back.

An empty Throne? Yes, you heard that right. What is it about an empty Throne? _ In a world ruled by a powerful individual. An individual so powerful they could bend nature itself and defile other laws of physics. Such a person was seen as god-like and supreme. However, one particular day that person was seen no more. This caused panic and chaos, as people wonder how a person who was called supreme could—just disappear without a trace. With this big loss and such vacancy, there was desperation of occupying the seat of the supreme one. Unfortunately, no one was able to occupy such a mighty position. Now the question is… Who will Ascend to the Supreme Throne? .. Elon a young youth, found himself in a fantasy-like world, not knowing what was going on, except for a single destination in his mind. He began his journey to the ascension of becoming something he wouldn't have expected. ______________ [A/N] This story is not only about our MC, but also the battles of Throne. It's a two in one plot. Hope you will enjoy it.

2,500 people vanished without a trace. No explanation. No escape. Thrown into a nightmare of deadly phases, each worse than the last but some peaceful, they must fight to survive or die Ethan, the protagonist, navigates the horrors of Phase 0, only to realize the true terror has just begun.

**Hey...have you ever dreamed of playing against aliens...? that might never happen, but in here, it did.** After securing their third consecutive Champions League title, Krystal FC—the most dominant football team in Europe—boards their flight home, ready to celebrate their triumph. But tragedy strikes. Their plane crashes and not even a trace is found, it vanishes without a trace, leaving the world to assume they are lost forever. However, the players and their coach awaken in a strange world, one unlike anything they’ve ever seen. Very strange and with a blue sun, it only had one thing in common with earth --Football. it was a planet where football is not just a sport—it is sacred, the ultimate measure of power and dominance. Here, the greatest teams from across the galaxy battle not just for glory but for control, and Krystal FC soon discovers a terrifying truth: this alien world is planning a full-scale invasion of Earth. Stranded with no way to return, no way to warn their people, their only hope lies in a legendary event—the Intergalactic Football Tournament. The rules are simple: the winning team is granted a single, absolute wish, one so powerful that no force in the universe can deny it. For Krystal FC, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Victory means saving their home. Defeat means the fall of Earth. Outmatched by teams with superhuman abilities, technology beyond comprehension, and an unforgiving new style of play, Krystal FC must push beyond their limits, evolve their game, and prove that human willpower and skill can stand against the best the galaxy has to offer. This isn’t just football anymore. This is war. And Krystal FC must become champions of the stars… or die trying. Either ways... it's death.

Evelyn Carter writes love stories for a living, but after a heartbreak that shattered her faith in romance, she no longer believes in the happily-ever-afters she creates. Love is just fiction—until a mysterious letter arrives at her doorstep. Postmarked ten years ago and filled with soul-stirring confessions, the letter speaks of a love that was meant to last forever. The only problem? It’s signed by Theo Bennett, a brooding literary agent who openly despises romance novels—and swears he never wrote it. Determined to uncover the truth, Evelyn and Theo reluctantly team up to trace the origins of the letter. But as they dig deeper, secrets unravel, timelines blur, and an undeniable connection between them resurfaces. If fate is real, then this letter is proof that some love stories are written long before we ever live them. But is Evelyn ready to believe in love again—especially when the ending remains unwritten? A slow-burn, fate-driven urban romance about second chances, forgotten pasts, and a love that refuses to be lost.

In a world where words breathe and letters morph into monsters, Nullus discovers he is no mere guest in this body... but the ultimate target of mysterious forces seeking to erase every trace of him before he deciphers the code of his existence. But beware: every chapter you read here is a step closer to the trap. Are you ready to hear the voice whispering behind the lines? “Look around you... this very sentence could be an eye watching you!”* As Nullis digs into the depths of his past, he realizes something terrifying: The story writes itself, and the reader... *you*... are part of its game. Will you save him by etching these pages into your memory? Or will you fall victim to your own choices? Time is running out, and **the book begins to devour itself."

‘Is this shit actually happening to me?’ That was Kael Carter’s first reaction when he saw a bunch of priests kowtowing in front of him, worshiping him as the ‘Hero.’ For a good while, he actually thought it was just another one of his dreams, until reality hit him. It was real… He was actually summoned to a fantasy world where magic exists. A world of Beast Tamers. A world where Humans and Magic Beasts grow stronger together. A world he, as its supposed Hero, was meant to protect. His response? “Fuck no!” How was he supposed to protect an entire world when even opening a jar of pickles was like a life-or-death battle to him? He was no Hero. And to prove it, he decided to place his hand on the ‘Orb of Resonance’ that was supposed to ‘confirm his identity as the Hero.’ But then, [Ding!] He heard a sound. [Talent Awakened.] [Talent Name: Dragon Genesis] [Talent Rank: SSS Rank] [Description:] [Power to turn any beast with even the slightest trace of Dragon Blood in them into a full-grown Dragon.] ‘What in the hell…? I... I can create Dragons…?’ Kael couldn’t believe what he was seeing. In a world where Dragons were living Legends—creatures of unparalleled strength, wisdom, and power, In a world where entire Kingdoms tremble at the sight of just one Dragon. He could create… an army of them? ... AI-Generated Cover. ... Discord: https://discord.gg/qZHRTHGdZG If the link does not work for some reason, DM me: SleepDeprivedSloth

In a dark space secluded from the rest of the known galaxy, a young man wakes up in a struggle for his life. During his coming of age ritual, it was revealed that he possessed the heavy soul body, A talent that could potentially rival even the gods. Joy overtook his entire household as they prepared for the eventual rise of their clan. But on that same day, the Hand of judgement fell upon them extinguishing all traces of life on their planet leaving it as a dead world… As for him? Fate had other plans. Cast into the darkest and most secluded place in the known universe, The sanctuary, he is faced with a decision, become stronger and survive or wallow in misery and Die! [You have Awakened ] [ Hidden Class Unlocked : SSS Soul King— Supremacy over all Souls and soul kin ] [ Innate Skill unlocked: Heavy soul brilliance— In the following 20 seconds host will become effectively Unkillable] -—WSA Entry-—

The beautiful neighbor he had known for about half a year suddenly asked him if he wanted to be together. Liu Xin'an considered for a brief few seconds before nodding with a smile. But a few days later, she disappeared without a trace. Late, she reappeared on television. Liu Xin'an: So the girlfriend I liked turned out to be a big-time celebrity?

In front of others, he is a cold and callous President of an empire. Young, wealthy and handsome, he is also the Prince Charming in every woman’s heart. Only Chi Enen knows how temperamental, domineering and possessive he is! Five years ago, Chi Enen left him and disappeared without a trace. Now, she bumped into him coincidentally and he refuses to let her go. After their reencounter, he bounds Chi Enen mercilessly to his side. If she is out of his sight for a moment, his paranoia will be triggered… “I gave in to you in the past because I can't bear not to. Now, I have already decided to do it my way. I don't need your agreement." “Li Beijue, what do you want from me?” “I just want you to fall in love with me!” Chi Enen struggles to get out of his clutches and at the same time, fighting desperately to resist his charm. Will he discover the truth of what happened five years ago?

"It's better to rely on oneself than Buddha, better to become a god than to worship one. If this war needs a god, I will be it." His name is Ji Xinghe. At the age of 65, he went to the alien battlefield to avenge his son. From a mechanic to a mecha warrior, from a private to a five-star general, from an ordinary man to the mentor of generations. He has walked a path of revenge. Looking back, he has become the War God. In his final years, he has the ambition to build an unparalleled mecha. Using Xinghe as a sword, he can shatter the might of the empire. This is a story of a mecha and a sword.

It was the best cheat in the vast and ancient world! Its origin could be traced back to Trailokya and it was the highest law! … Three years ago, three living creatures fell from the sky. King Monroe of West Ridge got one of them and he conquered six countries to unite West Ridge. Wu Zhao of the Big Zhou Dynasty in the Southern Wasteland got another one of the living creatures. She dominated all 19 clans there and became the top figure in that region. Owen Bertram also got one of the living creatures. Yet three years had passed and he was still a nobody. Nothing had changed for him. However, he soon realized that the tiny loach that he got three years ago was actually the biggest cheat in the world. Moreover, it led him on a non-stop journey of becoming the biggest winner in life!

The Immortal Way, how arduous it is! Especially in this Immortal Cultivation World, which has been drastically changed by a plague! Mortals carry the disease, and when Immortals come into contact with them, they are liable to suffer a decrease in their cultivation, and in the worst case, end up Returning to the heavens. This has made Mortals and Immortals eternally separate entities. The Immortal Law cannot be jointly cultivated, turning the entire Immortal Cultivation World into a vast dark forest. ...... Li Fan, having travelled through time, despite having boundless ambitions, can only toil within the mortal dust, wasting away his whole life. Fortunately, just before death, he finally awakens an odd treasure which can turn the real into the fake - transforming his real life into a vivid dream, enabling him to return to the time right after he travelled through time. Therefore, Li Fan began his long Road to Immortality! In his second life, Li Fan, over the course of fifty years, overturned the power balance of the world, yet he searched everywhere and failed to find a trace of Immortals, only managing to see the traces of an Immortal at the very end of his life. In his third life, despite Li Fan exhausting his spirit and wits and laying out all sorts of schemes, he still couldn’t withstand a single strike from an Immortal! In his fourth life...... ...... I, Li Fan, a mere mortal, have no regrets even after a hundred lifetimes, I only seek Immortality!

In the Ancient Era, the Demon clan vanished without a trace. In more recent times, the Dragon Clan disappeared. The age when the divine way flourished had faded away like smoke, and the pinnacle of the flying swords era eventually fell into decline… What has happened to this world? Who will listen to the historical truth buried in the long river of time? Bodies were strewn over a thousand miles of mountains and river; the harrowing hunger of tigers depicted across a hundred years of heaven and earth. The impartiality of the cosmos is as heartless as ever, Yet I possess a burning red heart—one that patrols the heavens! —————— Welcome to the Immortal Sword World, where emotions run deep. ——————

From living as an ordinary mortal to struggling in the battle between celestials and gods, from answering test papers to uncovering deadly mysteries, from walking in the shadows of the future to embracing the echoes of the past, join Jiang Feng in his journey with his cultivation partner as they trace back their journey back to the start! --- Jiang Feng, a young master from the Jiang Family, one of the four prestigious families in the nation, was under the constant torment of his nightmares. In his dreams, where he was constantly hunted by celestials and gods filled with wrath, Jiang Feng was sent to death and death again. Just when he thought things would be back to normal once he graduated from his school, he received an invitation from his friends to explore a suspicious yet mysterious tomb in his ancestral cemetery. Guided by his curiosity and unknown force in play, Jiang Feng accepted the invitation to join them. On the agreed day of exploration, however, a heavy rain poured on the lands as Jiang Feng stood alone in the cemetery. Not willing to wait longer, he decided to explore the tomb on his own first to make his trip worthy, unbeknownst to what was about to befall on him... --- I wouldn't say it's the best, but I'll say that it's worth giving a try. Try reading the first few chapters before coming up with a decision, and I promise they won't have short chapters at the start like my other work. Enjoy!

The famous sister of Zhang family who is known by name but not by face is a envied being by almost all the people. Her 4 brother who are all successful are very protective and rich but something is missing in their life. They need a partner to care about them. If not, they will die without a trace of romance and an old age life. "No, no. I must search for the best sister-in-law and wife's for my brothers. I can't let them ruin their youth." The hilarious adventure of finding a sister-in-law for her brothers while busying herself in hiding her identify. She found the best candidates. "There they are." Zhang Mei cheered. "My 4 sister-in-law." "Hmph." A man's cold and sexy voice whispered in her ear. "They are my sisters.. My future wife.."

Omegas. What are they? Well, they are at the bottom of a pack's social ladder of course, what else? They are usually trampled upon, and this continues for generations, lest an Omega marries someone of a higher status. Only then.. only then can that omega have any hope if leaving that cursed cycle. -------- Aria Moonwhispher goes through betrayal from her first mate, who she finds in bed with another omega. She instantly rejects him. Luckily for her, she meets with the King's heir- Archi, who turns out to be her mate, everything seems to go smoothly, till she finds out; she has another mate as well! "Aria Moonwhispher, you are my mate, and there is nothing you can do about it, unless you would fight the moon goddess, and kill her." "I had her first, you would have to kill me, burn my flesh, dispose my remains till there is no trace of me, only then can you claim her as yours." ======= This is a completely new troupe, which deals with having two mates at the same time>>> [CONTINUATION OF THE BOOK, THE ALPHA'S LONG LOST HEIR.] Enjoy the ride.

Project Nexus: Beyond Reality Genre: High Fantasy, Gaming, Action, Slice of Life Themes: Virtual Reality, Adventure, Power Progression Synopsis: In a world where technology and fantasy collide, Project Nexus emerges as the most advanced VRMMORPG ever created, promising a level of immersion beyond anything seen before. With its revolutionary nanochip installation, players no longer need headsets—just their minds to enter the breathtaking realm of Nexus Cloud. Renji, an ordinary high school student with a passion for gaming, finds himself drawn into this vast virtual universe on launch day. What starts as a casual adventure quickly turns into something far greater when he and his newfound party—Kai, Airi, Eve, and Leon—begin their journey through a sprawling fantasy world filled with towering mountains, ancient ruins, and mysterious creatures. But beneath the thrill of leveling up and battling monsters, a deeper mystery unfolds. Akane, the game’s enigmatic creator, has vanished without a trace, leaving only rumors behind. As glitches begin to surface, the very fabric of Nexus Cloud is thrown into uncertainty. When Akane’s voice suddenly echoes through the world, everything changes. As Renji and his party navigate dungeons, master powerful abilities, and forge unbreakable bonds, they must uncover the truth hidden within the game. Is Project Nexus just a revolutionary MMO, or is there something much more real lurking beneath its digital surface? The line between fantasy and reality is about to blur—forever.

When Ray Rein, the unshakable pillar of House Rein, vanishes without a trace, his younger brother, Aquacriddle Rein, is thrust into a storm of uncertainty. Burdened with the weight of preserving the legacy Ray built, Aqua finds himself battling not just enemies but his own inadequacies. Without Ray's guiding hand, how can he protect what remains of their house from the vultures circling within the Empire? Desperate for answers and the strength to rise above his doubts, Aqua enrolls in the prestigious Asria Magic Academy. There, amidst fierce rivalries and perilous trials, he hones his skills, uncovering dormant power—and secrets that could shake the foundations of the Empire itself. But the question remains: will Aqua unearth the truth about Ray's disappearance in time to save House Rein, or will the shadows of betrayal and ambition consume everything they fought to build?

*THIS STORY WILL BE SLOW PACED, I REPEAT THIS STORY WILL BE SLOW PACED* Betrayed. Broken. Trapped in the abyss. Derrick Steins was just another high schooler with dreams—until those he trusted tore his world apart. Left beaten and bleeding, he fell into a deep coma, his consciousness slipping into darkness… But when he wakes, it isn’t in a hospital bed. It isn’t in the world he once knew. It’s Hell. A realm of nightmares where the air stinks of blood, monsters feast on the weak, and the only rule is survival. Here, the strong reign as gods, and the powerless are erased without a trace. Derrick should be terrified. He should despair. But instead, something within him awakens—something dark, something hungry. He was cast aside once. Never again. If Hell wants a monster… he’ll become something far worse. This is his descent. His rebirth. His reckoning. This is Demon God’s Requiem.

After three years of playing the model wife, Nan Song had failed to make Yu Jinwen love her. When he demanded a divorce for some scheming mistress, she erased every trace of herself from his world with glacial precision. Reborn as the visionary partner his company desperately needed, she stared coolly down at her ex-husband. "Cooperation? Do I know you?" Men were disposable; her brilliance needed no accessories. Yet as Yu pursued his redemption arc, shocking truths emerged: The elite hacker? Her. The world-class chef? Her. The surgical prodigy? Her. The jade sculpting virtuoso? Her. The underground racing legend? Her. With each revelation, the arrogant CEO realized his arduous journey to win back this modern-day Athena might just... break him.

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follows Samuel Viddic, a detective burdened by loss, guilt, and an unrelenting past. When his beloved wife Charlotte dies unexpectedly, his world fractures, leaving him lost in a haze of memories and sorrow. But grief does not grant him solitude. An old acquaintance, Sir Harold, pleads for Samuel’s help—his daughter, a journalist, has vanished without a trace. As Samuel searches for her, he is drawn into a labyrinth of secrets, where truth is elusive, reality warps, and unseen forces seem to manipulate fate itself. His pursuit forces him to confront his own demons, his wife’s enigmatic final words, and the possibility that the world he thought he knew is a carefully constructed lie. With each step deeper into the mystery, Samuel finds himself at the precipice of something beyond mere human understanding—where faith and reason collide, where the dead whisper truths, and where destiny is not just written, but sealed. Can Samuel unravel the secrets buried beneath time itself? Or will he, like so many before him, become another lost witness to a fate he was never meant to escape?

A young man, around fifteen years old, was walking under the late afternoon sun, at that moment when the light turned golden and soft. The air was cool, still carrying traces of the day's heat, gently warming his skin. With each step, he seemed lost in his thoughts, his gaze drifting into the long shadows of the trees and the gentle breeze whispering through the leaves. Night was slowly approaching, but the sky still held warm hues, like the last breath of summer before the evening arrived. Once at the entrance of his alley, he saw a car speeding toward him. He didn’t have time to react before he was thrown into the air. In those final moments of suffering and his last breath, he died—but...

In the city of Duskhaven, people wake up with memories that don’t belong to them. Some remember lives they never lived, families they never had. Others recall events that never happened—wars, disasters, entire histories erased from the world but vivid in their minds. And then, without warning, those same people vanish. No bodies. No trace. No one remembers they ever existed. Detective Elias Wren has spent years tracking these disappearances, chasing shadows no one else sees. But when he wakes up one morning to find a new set of memories in his own mind, he realizes he’s running out of time. Someone—or something—is rewriting reality. And Elias is next.

Vermilion Snow Amid the cold, unforgiving landscapes of war, two lives collide in the shadows of deception. She is Anya Blackwood, an elite British spy—trained to manipulate, infiltrate, and vanish without a trace. Her mission is clear: gather intelligence, expose weaknesses, and ensure victory for her country. But war has a way of blurring lines, and the moment she steps onto Russian soil, her path becomes entangled with the very enemy she is meant to destroy. He is a Russian soldier, bound by duty and discipline. His orders are simple: trust no one, eliminate threats without hesitation. But when a woman appears out of nowhere on a snowy battlefield, something about her feels... off. A civilian? A threat? A ghost from the enemy's side? He should turn her in, yet an inexplicable force holds him back. In a world where betrayal is inevitable, and trust is a luxury, they walk a razor’s edge between duty and desire. And when blood stains the snow, one question remains— Who will be the first to fall?

Beneath the bustling city， the shadows of the apocalypse lurked. The black spores spread silently， twisting bodies and minds. Gin's lab made some people disappear without a trace， turned others into monsters， and some into the rich. Now it was the turn of a mysterious young man， Mo Wen， to make his choice...but he made the wrong one. "Gin， with a sinister smile， grew curious about what Mo Wen was mumbling. He brought his ear close to Mo Wen's lips， only to hear a faint voice: 'Dad， I'm so scared...'" FREE on Kindle Unlimited now Available on Amazon shop https://www.amazon.com.au/City-Shadows-Pubang/dp/B0DTYBH95G https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-N2roSb3Qs

Beneath the bustling city， the shadows of the apocalypse lurked. The black spores spread silently， twisting bodies and minds. Gin's lab made some people disappear without a trace， turned others into monsters， and some into the rich. Now it was the turn of a mysterious young man， Mo Wen， to make his choice...but he made the wrong one. “Gin， with a sinister smile， grew curious about what Mo Wen was mumbling. He brought his ear close to Mo Wen's lips， only to hear a faint voice: 'Dad， I'm so scared...'“

There are 7 dimensions controlled by a Universal Government. Each dimension is governed by its own unique universal laws. There are a few things they have in common, there is always 1 the strongest and 1 the smartest. Except for the Universal Government, it’s forbidden to travel between dimensions. Interdimensional gates don’t close on their own and if left open, creatures that dwell in the darkness between the worlds will find their way through. Without warning, one of the dimensions disappeared without a trace. The remaining 6 in panic did all they could to find the reason why. They never found an answer. 12 years after the dimension vanished, a signal started appearing in the empty universe. Perhaps the answer is in that signal. Tsugi No Level

He was immersed in martial arts and magic when he raised his middle finger, glancing at the Nine Dragons Ring he had unwittingly purchased. The cultivation levels were impressive: Nine Tiers of Body Tempering, Eight Transformations of Heaven and Earth, Seven Traces of Origin, Six Combinations of Yin and Yang, Five Elements and Five Aggregates, Four Realms of Creation, Three Performances of the Universe, Legend 2, and the Primal Chaos Stage. In the universe Continent, polygamy was a common practice, so if it wasn't to your taste, it was best to keep your opinions to yourself.