In The Garden Of Beasts Or

In a world where your shot at fame and fortune depends on the awakening of your latent magical abilities, numbers are everything. Your Class? System? Chosen god? They’re all pieces of a puzzle conveying images of blood and death a thousand ways. But that’s life, ironically enough. And that blood, death, and experience is what comes from the modern heroes sacred duty. Explore Tangents. Kill monsters. Stop them from terraforming the Earth and everything else they’re attracted to— no matter how bizarre. Claude knows bizarre well. Living in the forests of New Gloria with his father gives him an upbringing unique from his classmates. In many ways he’s disconnected from the world of heroes. His near photographic memory of famous heroic events and tales of grandeur can’t change that fact. And no matter how many stories he reads, he can’t prepare himself for the truth of the heroes he’s confided in since boyhood and the monsters he’s feared since before then. As if he needed a more explicit showing, a strange and beautiful age old power is born again within him, twisting his very life into a tumultuous battle-heavy hunt of legend…. Fear twins. Embrace change. Prepare for war. Also the same story will be uploaded at Royal Road if you prefer that for reading!

Isabella was supposed to be sipping champagne at a luxury spa, not waking up in the middle of a forest. Worse, a SYSTEM had attached itself to her like some clingy ex, spouting nonsense about survival, quests, and—oh, hell no—manual labor. "System, I was NOT built for the wilderness! My ideal ‘roughing it’ experience involves a five-star hotel with bad WiFi!" Now, instead of lounging in silk robes, she’s being ordered to farm? To hunt? "A farming quest? You want me—a city girl—to grow food? System, I once killed a cactus by overwatering it. This is NOT my calling!" And don’t even get her started on the hygiene situation. "You want me to bathe in a cold river? Darling, I require warm water, scented oils, and an ambience! What do I look like—some barbarian?!" Unfortunately, the locals—big, muscular beastmen—don’t seem to understand the concept of self-care. The women? Neglecting their skin like it’s a crime to be radiant. The men? Walking hygiene disasters. "Ladies, if your man can smell you before he sees you, we have a problem." "You see this? This is lotion. It exists so you don’t look like a dried-up leaf. Use it." "A beard should be majestic, not tragic. Let me fix it." And the beastmen? They don’t just stare at her like she’s an oddity. No, they hover. They smirk. They lean in too close, fangs flashing with amusement. "Why do you keep looking at me like that?" she huffed, crossing her arms. The panther grinned, his tail flicking. "Because you’re fascinating when you’re annoyed." No, absolutely not. She was not here for this nonsense. "If you have time to stare, you have time to moisturize." She didn’t ask to be here. She didn’t ask to be their savior. But if she has to suffer through this world, she’s making everyone around her suffer less—through skincare, style, and some serious attitude. "If I hear one more ‘We don’t season our food here,’ I’m launching a war." "If you have time to gossip, you have time to do squats." "You want to impress a woman? Start with not smelling like the battlefield." Survival isn’t just about fighting monsters; it’s about looking good while doing it. So what if the System keeps throwing impossible quests her way? "What do you mean ‘you can’t skip quests’?! Since when?! Where is the skip button?! I demand a skip button!" But somewhere between dodging ridiculous quests and fixing these people’s tragic grooming habits, Isabella found herself in situations. Uncomfortable, heart-racing situations. Like being trapped against a tree by the red python, his red eyes half-lidded as he murmured, "You talk too much, little star. Should I silence you?" Like waking up with the lion lord’s fur-lined cloak draped over her shoulders, his deep voice gruff, "You shiver in your sleep. I’ll fix that." Like the phoenix watching her every move, his burning gaze searing into her skin as he mused, "You cause chaos wherever you go, but I find that I don’t mind." Oh, hell. No. She was not about to fall for four beastmen. She was too pretty for this much stress. "If you insult me again, I’ll make sure your soul needs a beauty upgrade." "I refuse to be disrespected by anyone who dresses like an unwashed tree branch." And yet, when a rival tribe came to challenge her, when danger lurked too close, those same beastmen stood beside her—smirking, taunting, fighting for her. "A beastman growled at me today. I growled back. He ran. I am the alpha now." Isabella isn’t just surviving. She’s thriving. And this world better keep up.

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 a city where routines rule and school halls echo with daily noise, an unexpected bond begins to form—far from classrooms, in the quiet corner of a park. Himari Kurosawa, a 16-year-old ray of energy, known for her bright presence and endless laughter, seems to live in her own playful world. Ren Tsukishima, also 16, is her opposite in every way—calm, quietly thoughtful, and grounded. Attending different schools, their paths should never have crossed. But fate had its own plans. Drawn to each other by coincidence and kept together by comfort, what begins as casual meetups slowly turns into something neither of them can name. Between shared drinks under fading sunlight and unspoken glances that linger a second too long, a friendship blossoms—warm, real, and impossibly delicate. They never say the word “love.” But sometimes, the heart knows before the lips ever speak.

In the Era of the Elementalists, a time when the world is shaped by those who wield the raw forces of nature itself. This era is defined by the mastery of fire, earth, wind, water, lightning, and even the rarest elements, harnessed not just for survival, but for dominance. Kai, a determined commoner, dreams of passing the Awakening Test and harnessing elemental powers to earn his place among the domain of Zephyron the Primordial who was the first to awaken. But when the test shatters his hopes, branding him powerless, he demands a second chance to prove himself and awaken. In an unprecedented decision, Aurora offers them a path never given before—a second chance through the Maze of Death, a legendary trial designed to break even the strongest souls. Against all odds, Kai survives, conquering the final trial, standing before the Celestial Gate once more—ready to step into the unknown, ready to claim what was once denied. But as he crosses the threshold—he dies. Death, however, is not the end—it is the beginning. Awakened by the Ancient Beast System, Kai is reborn, no longer a helpless commoner but something far more dangerous. With the primal power of legendary beasts coursing through him, he embarks on a path of blood and retribution, determined to bring down those who wronged him. His destiny is rewritten, and the world will soon tremble before the vengeance of the forsaken.

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Haul Academy, an elite coastal boarding school shadowed by moonlit gardens, tangled secrets, and supernatural peril. The campus - bordered by haunted woods, hidden tunnels, and the ever-watchful sea - is a crucible where magic and menace collide after dark. When Rossie Carter, a restless senior, stumbles upon the school’s forbidden moonlit garden, she meets Eli—the enigmatic Moonlight Gardener bound by a centuries-old curse. As strange phenomena and supernatural attacks begin to plague Haul Academy and its nearby town, Rossie inherits the role of Moonlight Bearer. Guided by the garden’s mysterious powers, she becomes the reluctant guardian of both her friends and the wider community—at war with a secretive occult group desperate to unleash an ancient entity. Rossie’s accidental discovery of the moonlit garden—and her growing bond with Eli—awaken latent supernatural abilities. The garden is revealed as sentient, drawing in “restless souls” and blossoming with the truths and fears of those who enter. A broken covenant binds Eli, and only a new Bearer can end the curse—if they’re willing to sacrifice everything. A powerful occultic group (led by Mia, Tom, and shadowy elders) seeks forbidden relics—the “Parador” pendant and the “Eyes of Mistura”—to amass supernatural power and awaken an ancient entity known for mind control and destruction. Their campaign brings horrors: ritual attacks, animal invasions (bears, wolves), cultic kidnappings, and a wave of “marked” students wielding otherworldly abilities. The violence escalates—clubs, police stations, and the National Stadium all become sites of magical conflict and theft. Rossie’s circle: Michael, Becky, Ethan, Angela, and Lila—each wrestle with secrets, jealousy, and suspicion as the occult war draws closer. Michael, Rossie’s old crush, is overtaken by possession after discovering a cursed book. He becomes a target for both the entity and Mia’s group, his rampages threatening everyone he loves. Angela, caught between family loyalty and fear, suspects her wealthy mother’s involvement with the occultists, even as Angela herself becomes both a victim (kidnapping) and an unlikely survivor. The true history of Haul Academy, the cursed gardens, and the Pierce family legacy are revealed through journals, rituals, and confessions. Detective James Carter, Rossie’s father, uncovers financial and magical corruption that ties Angela’s mother to the occult group and its escalating crimes—while struggling to protect his daughter from the growing shadow. The lineage of the Moonlight Bearer and the entity’s tragic origins—rooted in betrayal, lost love, and a pact gone wrong—become the final key to breaking the cycle. In a key episode, Rossie, using the moon’s power and Eli’s guidance, leads a daring rescue of Angela from an occultic stronghold, igniting a vendetta with Mia and Tom. Students vanish or are marked with dark runes during rituals. Michael’s destructive rampage destroys his home and garden, leaving evidence of supernatural possession. During the national handball finals, Mia and Tom steal the Parador and unleash chaos with magical beasts. The occultists’ influence spreads like a contagion—culminating in battle, betrayal, and public panic. The group endures betrayals and tests of loyalty as misunderstandings (jealousy, Michael’s affections) fracture their unity. The hospital, the old tunnels, and the moonlit garden each become sites of final confrontations, sacrifices, and haunting choices. The occult group’s power grows as their grip over adults and students tightens through fear, supernatural possession, and ancient rituals. Rossie must unravel the truth behind the garden’s curse, the entity’s hunger, and the harrowing connection between her friends—and decide how far she’s willing to go for love, loyalty, and fate. As betrayals surface and the threat of total destruction mounts, every bond—forged and broken—becomes a weapon or a wound in the battle for Haul Academy’s soul.

//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.

In a twist of fate, writer Adara Rossi is accused of a crime she didn't commit. Kidnapped in the dead of night, her salvation comes in the form of Lian, a mysterious man with red eyes who can change his shape at will. Trapped in a web of lies and deceit, Adara must navigate a world where truth is as elusive as the shadows that haunt her. As she fights to prove her innocence, she discovers that in this deadly game, even her protector may be her executioner. Every revelation leads to more questions, every ally may be an enemy, and every truth, a lie in her intricate deception. Can you trust the one who tells the story? Or is it just an illusion? Dive into this world of suspense and mystery, where nothing is as it seems.

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?"

After centuries of most demons being imprisoned by the " The Binder " and the end of the Age of Power .Kian, a seventeen-year-old young man, finds himself able to control a massive demon and harness it for his service, after his distinctive blood led him to become a sacrifice. When he thought he had finally saved his life, fate brings him to the royal court to find himself among demons of another kind, demons that revolve around the crown... and the crown only. Driven by interests, they weave conspiracies and deceptions. So what will his fate be when he is forced to become part of the game ? And is he the only one truly capable of controlling the demons ? And what will happen when the kingdoms of the entire continent are in conflict over this new power, racing to arm themselves with it and harness it to serve their own goals and objectives ?

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

Crystals of hope. Lana a 16 years old innocent girl chosen to be the guardian of the village. Valoria a quiet , peacefully village got blessed with the unique treasure. In a deep village of ancient times lived the garden of crystals which which always blessed the people with eternity. It was the people's responsibility to protect the garden of crystals. So many dark sorcerers wanted to gain control over the crystal garden because of its powerful magical powers. But the villagers had to fight to their hardest to stop evil in their village. Every after 1000 years, a new guardian of the crystal land is chosen. At this time, Lana Alexa was chosen and she was accompanied by Rylan Dian. The struggle for protecting the garden was the sacrifice of their own lives, they always fought with powerful and most powerful darker and evil sorcerers but they never gave up. Their motive is to keep and protect the crystal garden.

In Northern Song dynasty Bianjing, Yuan Ruolan’s privileged life unravels when her family’s patron is arrested for sedition. As political suspicion spreads, her father, the principled official Yuan Zhen, secretly seeks help from old allies to protect both families. Amid the turmoil, Ruolan falls in love with a man above her station, but duty and family honor make their union impossible. Drawn into a world of danger, longing, and intrigue, Ruolan must choose between her heart and her family’s survival.

"You are Alice!" She doesn't know what her name is, but she's sure that it is not what they claim. Waking up in the middle of an unpleasant place, and then meeting an unpleasant child then finally calls her to a name she's familiar with but has a different feeling over it, she claims, "I'm not Alice!"

Ophelia had always been passionate about romance novels, especially those filled with charming and attractive young protagonists. Fascinated by a particular genre, she never imagined she would find herself living a story akin to the ones that captivated her. Transmigrated into a world where women are revered and polyandry is the norm, she awakens in the body of a magnificent snow wolf, abandoned in a vast flowered plain. As she embarks on a journey to understand this unexpected reality, Ophelia discovers friendship, love, and, above all, the true experience of being cherished.

Vampire's and stuff. Main entries have chapter numbers. Short stories have the Blood Bites header.

In a world filled with mystery and wonder, a botanist named Rowan embarks on an epic journey to uncover magical plants hidden within three legendary dungeons Dungeon Top, Dungeon Under, and Dungeon Overworld. Each plant he discovers not only grants him incredible power but also unlocks fragments of his long-lost memory. Alongside NPCs he meets on his quest, Rowan must face ferocious monsters, terrifying dungeon bosses, and a truth far greater than himself. Through his adventure, Rowan learns that tending to plants is not just a matter of life and death but a bridge that connects the past and the future in order to save the world.

With the rise of violent souls and dark forces threatening the delicate balance between the living and spiritual worlds, Max, a weary Reaper, is assigned to guide fragile human souls for the first time. Bound by an unexpected promise, Max finds himself entangled with a young girl whose destiny could change everything. As rebellion brews in the shadows and corruption spreads, Max must navigate a journey of duty, loss, and unlikely hope before both realms spiral into chaos.

He was a physicist from 2030. Now, he’s a seventeen-year-old cadet in a war-torn future, where humanity fights monsters from other dimensions. When Darian Vex is pulled into a catastrophic rift experiment, his body is destroyed but his consciousness survives, transmigrated into a brutal future Earth unified under a single military regime: The Federation. In this new era, children are trained from birth to kill dimensional beasts and awaken powerful companions known as Rift Beasts. These creatures evolve, bond, and grow stronger with their hosts, governed by a mysterious system of tiers, talents, and beast cores. But Darian knows nothing about beasts. Nothing about cultivation. Nothing about surviving. Until, during a desperate trial, he kills his first monster and forms a bond with something no system can classify: A Sovereign-grade Void Dragon, mistaken for a Rare-class serpent by Federation AI. Now, with power he barely understands, a system he doesn’t trust, and enemies rising all around him, Darian must navigate a world built on strength, secrets, and slaughter. He must train, evolve, and survive long enough to reach the stars because the beasts aren’t the only threat. Out there, in the void beyond the Rift, something far older is watching.

Annie only wanted a peaceful start. A new school, new classmates—maybe even a real friend. Instead, she found cruelty behind smiles. Betrayed and broken by those she trusted, Annie becomes the target of a powerful group of girls led by Rose—protected by influence, feared by everyone, and untouchable by the school’s authority. Left traumatized and alone, Annie nearly gives up… until a single friendship sparks a fire within her. Together with Kayla, another student sick of the silence, Annie begins a quiet war—training in secret, gathering evidence, and striking back from the shadows. One by one, the roots of the “Rose Garden” begin to unravel as the truth goes viral, and the hunted becomes the hunter. But Rose’s power runs deeper than anyone imagined—and the closer Annie gets to exposing it all, the more dangerous the game becomes. In a world where silence protects the guilty, one girl dares to grow thorns.