A Safe Place To Fall

In a world where nearly everyone has abilities, Kyren Warhammer was born powerless—a disgrace to his superhero father and an outcast in the powerful city of Epsilon. Abandoned to survive on the outskirts, Kyren has learned one harsh truth: the weak don’t last long. But when a deadly panther attacks, something inside him awakens.

In a world brimming with life and progress, yet shrouded in mystery and hidden truths, continents intertwine, kingdoms clash, and the Nine Ancient Sects wage an unending struggle. Amidst this turmoil lies the outskirts of Athenos, a city known as the ‘City of Happiness,’ where people from all over the world gather—seeking prosperity… or fleeing from their pasts. But beneath its radiant glow, darkness and oppression creep in, suffocating the souls longing for freedom. A young boy stood still, gazing at the horizon with eyes burdened by sorrow, before whispering: "I want to leave this world..." Beside him, a man of imposing presence turned to him, his voice calm yet piercing: "And why is that?" The boy hesitated for a moment before letting out a bitter laugh, averting his gaze. "Can't you see? Do I look like someone who belongs in this world? Do I seem like someone who wants to live?" The old man smirked—not out of pity, but something else… something the boy couldn’t quite grasp. Then, in a tone filled with certainty, he said: "Don’t say something so dull… Instead, come with me. I’ll show you what this world truly is." The boy eyed him warily, hesitating for a moment before asking: "Who are you?" The old man turned slightly, as if the answer held little importance, then replied with a teasing tone: "Me? Just an old man… My name is Rikudo, but they call me the Ruler of Paths." He paused, then looked back at the boy, his eyes gleaming with intrigue. "And what is your name, boy?" The boy clenched his fist as if confronting himself for the first time, before answering in a quiet yet profound voice: "My name… is Ashura." The old man raised an eyebrow, as if he had just heard something interesting. The boy then spoke again, this time with unwavering resolve: "Ashura Tekah." ---

Raised in a strict Christian home, Sophia always upheld her chastity, believing in love and purity. But everything changed when she entered university. Caught in the corrupt world of academia, she became a target for a ruthless lecturer who held her grades hostage. Desperate and afraid, she surrendered, unknowingly stepping into a downward spiral of lust, regret, and self-destruction. As she drowned in the university's dark underbelly, Sophia lost herself, becoming entangled in a life she never imagined. Her journey from innocence to ruin is a tragic tale of temptation, manipulation, and consequences. But in the end, will she ever find redemption, or will her sins consume her entirely?

After months of extreme weather conditions, everything stopped. Although not for long. A huge door appeared in each of the world's capitals, which was given the name "The Abyss Call." A door that, upon entering, could lead to madness or receive the reward of runic abilities. The world underwent a change behind the door. All the slayers - users of runic abilities - tried to conquer territories, with no one to stop them. And right at this moment, Void, a simple store employee with a hidden past, felt the world coming down on him... "Why has my novel become a reality!?" Now, Void must face the events of his own history... those that even he doesn't know about.

Yeon-Jun Shin works as a talented barista at a cozy coffee shop nestled in a bustling neighborhood. His life has been shaped by a challenging reality—he lives with selective mutism, a condition that emerged from the deep-rooted trauma he faced during his childhood. After enduring significant hardships, Yeon-Jun was fortunate to be adopted by the father of Sung-Hoon Cha, the ambitious young entrepreneur who owns the coffee shop where he now flourishes. Despite his struggles, Yeon-Jun has quietly become a beloved figure among the patrons, drawing them in with his exceptional brewing skills and strikingly good looks. However, Yeon-Jun's tranquil existence is disrupted when he crosses paths with Woo-San Kim, a man of considerable wealth and influence. Woo-San hails from an illustrious lineage, being an eighth-generation chaebol, and currently holds a prestigious position in the media sector. Despite his high status and the expectations that come with it, he harbors a simple yet profound passion—he relishes the experience of sipping a perfectly crafted coffee at his favorite local café. More than just the coffee itself, he finds himself inexplicably drawn to Yeon-Jun, the enigmatic barista who serves him. Though they share many moments in the coffee shop, their interactions remain silent, marked only by Woo-San's lingering gaze fixated on Yeon-Jun behind the counter. Something about Yeon-Jun captivates him—perhaps it’s the way his eyes light up while expertly preparing a latte or the serene aura he projects amid the café's lively atmosphere. However, this budding connection takes an unexpected turn when Woo-San's grandfather, intent on preserving the family's honorable legacy, imposes an arranged marriage upon him. Caught in an emotional whirlwind, Woo-San faces a profound dilemma: should he regard the weight of familial duty and embrace a life scripted by tradition, or follow the uncharted path that his heart seems to beckon him toward—toward Yeon-Jun? As each day unfolds, he must navigate the complexities of obligation and desire, weighing his grandfather's demands against the quiet yet stirring bond he has formed with the barista. In a world governed by riches and expectations, what choice will Woo-San ultimately make? But there is also something else that connects them all together. Something that cannot be abandoned, neither by Yeon-Jun nor by Woo-San, but they're hiding it from each other. Will they become vulnerable enough to share it, or will a passion to reveal this secret destroy everything between them?

His very existence is a death sentence, his life coveted for people's gains. Will he escape this cursed fate or will he reach his demise trying? Not gonna waste any more time, read it and you'll find out more, or don't.

In 2038, the Epoch, a time manipulation system that controls the flow of time, begins to fail, threatening to unravel reality itself. Ryoji Tanaka, a skilled technician, is tasked with restoring the system using a prototype device called the Epoch Stabilizer. Alongside his sister, Akira Tanaka, Ryoji journeys to the Tokyo Data Center, where the Epoch's core is located. Despite multiple attempts, the Stabilizer fails, and Ryoji discovers that the system’s collapse is being sabotaged by an unknown force. As time becomes increasingly unstable, Ryoji must uncover the conspiracy behind the sabotage and race against time to prevent disaster.

Secrets. That's what we are. That's what we were. Even if I stood next to him, I was just a secret. It was as if I was a mistress to a married man but I wasn't. I was. I am. Just a secret.

Sofia, a 22 year old queer college student who is passionate about photography and art, set the scene in a vibrant city where she just moved to start her studies and explore her identity before she met Lena, A vibrant and free spirited girl and got captivated...........

How does one find a place to bloom in a world of betrayal and death, where evil reigns? An orphaned peasant, young Caleb never imagined he would become a force that would shape the fate of the Empire. Conscripted to fight a war in a place shrouded in mystery, he quickly learns to embrace a gift that could tip the scales in the Empire’s favor—but at what cost? As the conflict intensifies, he soon faces a choice: to become the very monster he fought against, or to preserve his humanity and fight for a future free from tyranny.

Draeven has never known kindness. Raised in an orphanage where children are nothing more than tools to be shaped or discarded, he has learned to survive by staying quiet, working hard, and never asking questions. But survival is not enough—not when the overseers take children away in the night, never to return. When rumors spread that another selection is coming, Draeven begins to understand the truth: his name is on the list. Haunted by questions of identity and purpose, he faces a choice—remain in the shadows and accept his fate or risk everything to escape into a world that has never wanted him. As he makes his move under the cover of darkness, Draeven knows one thing for certain: No one is coming to save him. If he wants to live, he’ll have to take that future for himself

************************* he leaned his head against her with his eyes closed he spoke in a cold voice " They took everything from us, humiliated us and treated as merchandise now its time to make them pay" with that he opened his eyes with a decisive burning determination swimming in them "Will you walk with me in this path i shall take" he asked looking into her eyes searching for the answer he knew " even if you are going to hell take me with you" she said looking back into his eyes with the same determination ************************** Damion a young teen used by those who call themselves the Bluebloods to make outstanding success and money at the expense of his life not willing to let go even at the point of death Kendra a Blueblood used and scorned by those she called Family even by the one she loved to death Two broken souls as their paths meet, how far do you think their taste for vengeance will go? will they find redemption in each other or will they both fall into hell

Alicia is a beautiful girl whose classmates all call her the "Place Princes". Not only is she a star athlete with perfect grades in written test and non chant magic test but also in magic too, she's also drop-dead cute. Meanwhile Ken is an average guy and self-admitted slob, has never thought much of the divine beauty, despite attending the same magic school, Magic-Cast Academy. But Ken has secret, so to protect that secret he pretends to be just another average slob character... Everything changes, however, when he happens to see Alicia sitting alone in a forest during midnight. Then, it begins the strange relationship between this incredibly unlikely pair who are neighbors. ___ AI generated cover. ___

A famous painter's secrets are hidden in his artwork, but when a ghostwriter is hired to analyze his paintings, she uncovers a dark past that could destroy him-and everything she thought she knew about love.

After a tragic accident, Taehyung wakes up in the home of someone from his past—someone he swore he’d moved on from. Given a mission by an angel, Taehyung must uncover his purpose on Earth while grappling with old feelings and a love he thought was lost. But there's a rule: he can’t wish to stay. Will he choose duty or the heart he left behind?

Finally found my happy place,is a story about Leilani.She leaves her own country to go visit her childhood friend, Bridgit . when there she witnesses something that gets her entangled with a man,Rui, who helped her and was also Bridgit's friend,also Bridgit is Rui's twin brother doctor,Rio. When she came visiting her father crosses path with a Mafia boss and gets killed. She isn't aware of anything until she gets back to her country only to find people mourning. How is she going to cope with this? Will their relationship thrive or break?

What does it mean to belong? To love in silence? To carry the weight of a name you never asked for? Ahamefula Nwokedi is about to find out. Between the walls of his father’s house and the corridors of his Lagos school, between unspoken truths and stolen glances, he begins to see the world differently. A visitor arrives. A name is revealed. A feeling grows where it shouldn’t. But can knowing change anything? And what does it take to rewrite the story others have already written for you?

** RESUMING UPDATE ON FEB 26** After the Gods Abandoned Humanity, the human race lost almost 90% of its population. Without the Gods' protection, they could not handle the demons that were surging into the depths of the earth, without counting the other races who also started to wage war on them, on the brink of extinction, the humans understood that they could only rely on themselves if they wanted to survive, after struggling for centuries the humans started to adept and developed powers to fight back, among those humans the strongest one and humanity greatest hope are known by the name of Meisters.

Rolling in riches with both winter and enemies closing in, it is time for Jasson and his friends to begin the construction of Reflection Manor. But the new kittens have a propensity for collateral damage, strange things gather, and the risk of discovery grows with every brick and board. Will they be able to finish the house before winter comes? Continue the adventure with Jasson as he honors his oath, investigates strange happenings, and ancient leviathans of magic...stir.

Alex, a man of 24, had always considered himself a simple, unremarkable soul. He was overweight, inexperienced, and had never received any formal training in anything that could be considered extraordinary. His days followed a routine, mundane pattern that was almost too predictable. He woke up every morning to the same alarm and lived a life he didn’t really think about. Today, like all others, seemed as ordinary as the last. Yet, little did he know, this day would mark the beginning of a journey he could never have imagined. Until, that is, he met her. She was a strange woman—an artist in New Orleans, one of those mysterious figures that could vanish into the bustling streets without leaving a trace. She wasn’t from the crowds of the city, yet she somehow belonged there. After a long exchange, she ended up gifting Alex a pendent. Alex, skeptical as always, thought nothing of it at first. What could this old trinket possibly mean to someone like him? But this was just the first step in many he would take towards meeting the Baron Samedi himself. After going through a few hoops, Alex received his official invitation to Haverix in the form of a system. Haverix. The name echoed in his mind like an impossible fantasy. A floating academy founded by dragons? A place where the greatest warriors, scholars, and mages were trained to face threats beyond mortal comprehension? It was the stuff of legends, and yet, here it was, calling out to him. Alex didn’t believe in fate. He never had. But the more he read, the more the reality of it all seeped in. He had been chosen. Thrown into this strange, otherworldly realm, Alex found himself surrounded by people far more capable, intelligent, and powerful than he could ever have imagined. At Haverix, weakness was not tolerated, and Alex was forced to confront everything he thought he knew about himself. Magic, monsters, and brutal trials awaited him at every turn, pushing him to his very limits. The reality of the academy was far harsher than anything he'd ever faced, and for the first time in his life, Alex felt like a true outsider. If he wanted to carve out a future for himself in this incredible world, Alex would need to rise to the challenge, embrace the unimaginable power that lay dormant within him, and navigate the dangers that could consume him. This wasn’t just another day in his life—it was the beginning of something far greater than he could have ever anticipated. And it was all about to unfold, one trial at a time.

Will Lysara reclaim her soul, or will the void crown her its eternal queen? The answer lies in the dark—and it’s watching.

The North has fallen. Betrayed, abandoned, and left for dead, Seth Valenhardt awakens to the ruins of his homeland. The last heir of a once-great house, he must navigate a world of war, deception, and divine power. To survive, he must become stronger. To reclaim what was lost, he must embrace the cold. To take revenge, he must become the storm. In a world ruled by gods and demons, can a fallen lord rise once more?

this is short story about 30 chapter the beginning might be inhumane but trust when i say the end is good with revenge and bloodshed in simple terms the story is about a mad man that hurt a lot of people in the end the same people hurt him back

A scholar from a fantasy kingdom adventures, progresses, and learns much about herself. Made for a nanowrimo some time ago, updated, and posted here. Porting to royalroad https://www.royalroad.com/profile/510990

Gwen had to accept the harsh reality of her life. Her father died a bankruptcy act. While her stepmother and stepsister ran off with her stepmother's lover after successfully selling herself to a man-whore. Luckily Gwen managed to escape before her buyer's old men did anything to her. Gwen had to pay off her father's debts. Her stepmother didn't sell it to pay off her father's debts. But for their fancy lives. Gwen couldn't live with herself anymore. Until she finally tried to end her life What Gwen did not know, not far from where to end her life were two crime groups that were making the trade. And since then, her life has changed drastically.