The Winter Palace

Cassian was the heir to Evergreen Palace—until the empire crumbled, his father was imprisoned, and high society turned its back without hesitation. Now, he lives in shadows, barely making ends meet, haunted by betrayal and a promise he made to himself: they will all pay. A small coffee shop becomes his refuge in a quiet corner of the city. It’s the place he meets Noah—calm, enigmatic, and strangely familiar. Noah doesn’t look at him with pity or judgment. He sees him. And for the first time in months, the weight of survival feels a little lighter. But love is a luxury he can’t afford—not when every step forward is a move in a game of vengeance. Still, as secrets unravel and the past comes calling, he finds himself torn between the justice he craves … and the person who just might save him from himself.

"Sect Master Uncle is just a mortal, who just happens to have his own 'billion' interpretations of various spells." Atop Misty Peak, the sect's senior disciple was educating the new beginners. At that moment, Sect Leader Ye Feng, holding a blade of grass, waved it gently, and a fierce Sword Qi split the sky in two, revealing a dark spatial rift that was difficult to heal, frightening the gods above. The new disciple pointed at the sky, shocked, "And you told me the Sect Leader is just a mortal?"

The vast Dream Sea, atop layers of miracles and magnificence, where Transcendents walk the ascendant path guided by their ultimate longings as if by beacons. The supreme beings wielded power, their greatness shining in all directions, ascending to divinity. But even deities were not the ultimate. They too struggled for greater perfection and ideals, endlessly, within the Void Origin, above the Dream Sea. "So... Your Majesty Ybur, as the most powerful Slime in history, what exactly drives you to become stronger?" Many years later, when faced with the question from a Heavenly envoy, Ybur, who by then stood at the zenith of the Dream Realm as the "World Devourer," recalled the afternoon just after his birth when the Creator had stuffed him down a golden toilet and flushed him into the sewers in one go... After a long silence, he spoke with a heavy tone: "It's the toilet. The golden toilet." The envoy: "???"

A writer chasing her dreams A star searching for his lost love And a secret that could destroy them both. When Kim Eun Jung’s lifelong ambition finally comes within reach, she crosses paths with Park Eun Ho — Korea’s cold, untouchable A-list actor, haunted by the girl who vanished from his life years ago. What begins as a reluctant collaboration soon unravels into something deeper… and far more dangerous. Because in a world where memories can be buried, names stolen, and bloodlines erased, the truth always finds a way to surface. And when it does — no one walks away unbroken.

Três dias. Foi o quão perto eu estive de me casar com Alistair, o homem que eu amei por seis anos, o homem cuja vida eu literalmente salvei com meu próprio sangue raro. Eu estava apenas admirando a pérola final no meu vestido de noiva, um vestido no qual eu tinha colocado toda a minha alma, quando ele ligou. O casamento? Cancelado. Ele estava se casando com minha meia-irmã, Ivy. O último desejo dela, ele disse. Seis meses de vida, talvez menos. O pior? Ele já tinha levado meu vestido de noiva do meu estúdio para ela. Assim, de repente, seis anos, inúmeras transfusões, nossos sonhos compartilhados – tudo jogado fora pela garota que fez da minha vida um inferno desde a infância. Ele até me ofereceu "compensação", como se meu futuro tivesse um preço. Mas se Alistair e Ivy pensaram que eu simplesmente desmoronaria, eles me subestimaram seriamente. Eles queriam meu noivo? Tudo bem. Mas isso teria um custo. Primeiro, nossa empresa de moda multimilionária, Evening Gala – construída com meus designs, minha visão. Ele a transferiu para mim. Depois, um milhão de dólares pelo vestido roubado. Ele pagou. Mais um milhão pelas joias do casamento que eles ousaram me pedir para entregar à Ivy. Caixa registradora. Você pensaria que eles aprenderiam. Mas não. A próxima proposta deles foi a mais insultante: Alistair realmente sugeriu que eu deveria apenas esperar. Que após o 'inevitável' falecimento de Ivy em alguns meses, ele e eu poderíamos simplesmente retomar de onde paramos, ter um casamento ainda melhor. Sério? Já chega. Se Ivy queria brincar de noiva com a minha vida, ela iria experimentar o que acontece quando você pressiona alguém demais. Digamos apenas que a celebração no quarto do hospital dela envolveu muito mais fumaça, água e gritos do que ela esperava, tudo graças a um pequeno presente de casamento meu. Agora eles sabem que eu não sou a mesma Hazel que eles podiam pisar em cima. Eu tenho minha empresa, uma pilha do dinheiro deles e muitas contas a acertar. Eles acham que isso acabou? Este jogo de vingança está apenas começando. E acredite em mim, eu jogo para vencer.

Three days. That’s how close I was to marrying Alistair, the man I’d loved for six years, the man whose life I’d literally saved with my own rare blood. I was just admiring the final pearl on my wedding dress, a gown I’d poured my soul into, when he called. The wedding? Off. He was marrying my stepsister, Ivy. Her dying wish, he said. Six months to live, maybe less. The kicker? He’d already taken my wedding dress from my studio for her. Just like that, six years, countless transfusions, our shared dreams – all tossed aside for the girl who’d made my life a living hell since childhood. He even offered me “compensation,” as if my future had a price tag. But if Alistair and Ivy thought I’d just crumble, they seriously underestimated me. They wanted my fiancé? Fine. But it would cost them. First, our multi-million-dollar fashion company, Evening Gala – built on my designs, my vision. He signed it over. Then, a cool million for the stolen dress. He paid. Another million for the wedding jewelry they dared to ask me to hand over for Ivy. Cha-ching. You’d think they’d learn. But no. Their next proposal was the most insulting yet: Alistair actually suggested that I should just wait. That after Ivy’s ‘inevitable’ passing in a few months, he and I could just pick up where we left off, have an even better wedding. Seriously? Enough was enough. If Ivy wanted to play bride with my life, she was going to get a taste of what happens when you push someone too far. Let's just say her hospital room celebration involved a lot more smoke, water, and screaming than she bargained for, all thanks to a little wedding gift from yours truly. Now they know I’m not the same Hazel they could walk all over. I’ve got my company, a pile of their cash, and a whole lot of scores to settle. They think this is over? This game of revenge is just getting started. And believe me, I play to win.

Li An, abandoned at birth in the cold palace, gains a miraculous gift when a seed from the Tree of Knowledge enters her mind, enhancing her intelligence and pushing her on a mission to gather wisdom points by applying her newfound knowledge. As she grows, she uncovers her noble heritage and encounters her destined fiancé, a proud young general who looks down on her. Will she be able to win his heart, or will he conquer her first? In time, as she showed her abilities, she was given a fief, a barren land. Now, will she be able to turn this wilderness into a blossoming rose? Or will she give up and just live a carefree life? Let's read and find out.

From the very beginning, the world whispered the same cruel truth: the weak do not last in Eldria. And Leonia Bellius was born with that fate etched into her skin—a fragile and cursed creature. But after fourteen years of silence, sweat, and scars, she became the most promising candidate for the legendary Order of the Silver Heralds. The day of her glory seemed certain: the Graduation Ceremony. However, fate—always treacherous with the fearless—turned what should have been a moment of triumph into one of humiliation. Before all her peers from the Archduchy of Montreal, Leonia was failed. No glory. No explanation. Only the bitter taste of disgrace and the satisfied gazes of those who relished her downfall. Driven by wounded pride and the fury of someone denied their rightful place, Leonia challenged Archduke Monteiro… and was met with a death sentence. But as if the gods were still toying with her ambitions, a new opportunity was thrown at her feet: to infiltrate the Order of the Lord of the Underworld, in Arion, and she might claim the position she so desperately sought. Two years to prove she can return. That she can rewrite her name. That she can, at last, become a Herald. But the forest is not made only of trees—it is made of monsters. And the greatest of them may walk beside her, with an arrogant smile and cruel eyes. To survive, Leonia will have to face not only the dangers of Arion, but also the darkest parts of mankind. For honor and for glory.

Winter came early that year, and with it, silence. After a full year of absence, Han Ji-Woo returns to school — colder, quieter, and changed in ways no one dares to ask about. The snow hasn’t fallen yet, but everyone feels the chill. In the crowded hallways and quiet stairwells, he crosses paths again with Min-Ho — the boy who once meant everything, and now refuses to look at him. Their story was never told, never ended, only paused. But winter has a way of uncovering what’s been buried. And some silences speak louder than any confession. Silent Winter is a story of broken connections, unspoken feelings, and the fragile, aching beauty of a second chance — set in a season where nothing blooms, yet everything begins again.

With his new corporate job, Cole was worried if he was the right fit. Little did he know that fitting in would be the least of his problems. Stored away in the imposing dark building, Cole could not stop himself from being swept into the secrets of the company. Can Cole solve the mystery he finds himself thrust into, without provoking the company, or will his failures lead him down a dangerous path. With his only escape being the vibrant city around him, Cole must struggle for control of his life. There's also the difficulty of figuring out his enigmatic yet captivating coworker.

Yeri was once a succubus, a powerful and irresistible seductress who fed on desire. Now reborn as a stunning young woman in the modern world, she must navigate the confusing collision of her human innocence and her demonic memories. One night, fate leads her into the path of Shin Keir, a dangerously magnetic and notorious CEO known for getting everything he wants—except peace. Their accidental encounter sparks an intense, uncontrollable passion, and a single night together changes everything. *** Excerpt: The dream had returned. Same eerie forest. Same surreal woman in the crimson dress. But this time, the setting had changed slightly. She now stood at the edge of a cliff made of jagged, glowing red rocks that resembled oversized rubies. Scarlet butterflies floated around her like living embers. A thick fog blanketed the area like some forbidden realm between worlds. She turned to him, her smile soft, sweet—and somehow tragic. She was heartbreakingly beautiful, ethereal yet forlorn, like a love story written in fading ink. Shin had tried to call out, but the wind swallowed his voice. As he stepped forward, the woman mouthed something. He couldn't hear her. Then, in a horrifying instant, her body tilted, and she plummeted off the cliff. The despair that followed wasn't just a feeling—it was a full-body, soul-tearing scream that never made it past his throat. Without hesitation, Shin leapt after her. He awoke convulsing, drenched in cold sweat. His eyes gleamed with a strange madness, a devil struggling behind the polished CEO exterior. *** Disclaimer- Places and characters are all works of fiction.

An arranged marriage. A snowbound mansion. A love they never saw coming—and a danger that sees everything. When fiery heiress Cassandra Beaumont agrees to an arranged marriage with the infuriatingly charming Julian Ashford, it’s not for love—it’s for legacy. The merger between their powerful families’ companies demands unity, and their wedding is the headline-making contract that seals the deal. But when a brutal snowstorm traps them inside the eerie, sprawling Ashford estate, love becomes the least of their worries. The house creaks with secrets. Tea appears without being ordered. Footsteps echo from empty rooms. And someone—or something—is watching them. As the forced proximity tests their patience, banter turns to chemistry, and distrust begins to melt into reluctant desire. But buried beneath the flirting and firelight lies a chilling mystery: someone doesn’t want this alliance to happen. And they’re willing to do anything to stop it. A Winter Tale is a sharp, swoon-worthy romantic dramedy packed with sizzling tension, laugh-out-loud moments, and just enough shadows to keep you sleeping with the lights on.

Ayaka Takahashi is the driving force behind a prosperous anime production company in the center of Tokyo, where aspiration and artistic talent flourish. She is always in charge and fiercely committed to perfection, but one chilly winter night, a chance encounter upends her entire world. Ayaka finds Ren Saito, a charming but homeless man with a deep, captivating voice, while looking for relief from a tense business meeting. Ayaka makes a snap decision that could alter their lives because she is intrigued by him and feels an unexplainable attraction to him. Her quest to find the ideal voice for her upcoming anime project quickly turns into something much more significant. Ayaka's regimented life and Ren's enigmatic past clash, but their developing bond breaks down the cold walls separating them. Ayaka finds herself doubting the barriers she has put up around her heart as Ren literally and figuratively rediscovers his voice. Fate has brought them together in the middle of long winter nights and snow-covered streets. Will Ayaka's fear of being vulnerable and Ren's ghosts destroy their relationship as it blossoms? KOE: A Winter's Melody is a gentle, endearing story about second chances, unanticipated love, and the soul-healing power of a voice.

In a world where the shadows hold secrets deeper than darkness itself, Kirito, an ordinary high school boy, finds his life twisted by a mysterious encounter that shatters the boundary between reality and the unknown. When strange figures start appearing, time begins to blur, and truths once buried start crawling to the surface... Kirito is dragged into a hidden realm of power, manipulation, and legacy. But destiny isn't a straight path - it's a maze of lies, betrayal, and untold strength. With classmates who are more than they seem and a past that refuses to stay silent, Kirito must step into a role he never asked for. A role that might just change the fate of everything. "Sometimes, the strongest light... is cast by the darkest shadow."

[COMPLETED] Once upon a time, the Land of Promise thrived under the cycle of the four seasons change. Until a vengeful enchantress cursed the land, and divided it into four realms each with a ruler to bear its burden. The people suffered for years under the endless heat in the Summerlands, the bitter cold in the Winterlands, the never changing bloom in the Springlands and the constant fall in the Autumlands. A prophecy whispers of a marriage between a king and queen that will release the land from its curse and unite it under a single kingdom. Princess Caroline is forced to marry the Summer King, will she be able to fight for peace amidst a court full of power hungry nobles and will she succumb to a burning love in the arms of a fiery warlord? PS: Thank you for your support and lovely comments. Means a lot.

The story of a Berserker. In a world of Demons, Monsters and Humans. Daemon Sinners was an anomaly. A glitch in the perfect system. He was going on his boring life on earth when he dies in a freak accident. Not truck-kun. Something worse. ****** He finds himself in the nine circles of Hell where he is forced to register in the X games that takes place every century. It's the only chance for him back home...but as he begins to feel like he has been here before and he begins to doubt going back to earth, he gets pulled into a conflict between worlds and dimensions. He frauds his way into the mysterious demon Academia to seek power beyond powers. When he found it...... It's not what he asked for. Warning. The first 15 chapters(Hell games Arc)is a bit of a slow burn and slow in pace but not boring either. The main plot starts to pick up pace after that(Olympus Arc....) This is a webnovel for fans of Anime, Angels and demons, System, Superpowers, Power leveling anti heroes, mystery and pure action. Discord link would be dropped soon. Power stones and collections is appreciated.

Ashly is a young woman who has adapted to her situation by becoming ruthless and not letting her emotions take action. Ashly is poor and is forced to survive on the harsh winter season. one day during a hunt she encounters two men who try to take her with them but thankfully her trusted acquaintances Lucas saves her. Ashly worked under a gang called Iron Deadlock which runs her hometown Greenside. Ashly is given orders by them and in return isn’t killed and is given money for every successful mission. Lucas is a person who wants the best for Ashly, Lucas wants to help her as much as he can. unbeknownst to either of them by giving mercy to that one man, was Ashly’s biggest mistake. the events that fold afterwards snowball into a tragedy that Ashly could of never imagined.

Cassian had lived his life in the most miserable way. He had scrubbed the floors and washed the clothes in the cold winter and done everything just to please his uncle’s family, but in return, they sold him to a merchant only for a pouch of coins. And the merchant decided to gift him to the king of Aetherlyn, a faraway kingdom from his small village to show his loyalty and curry favor from the king. And he was the lucky one from the group to be choosen by the king. Thus he got the position of palace servant. Cassian thought maybe his life in the palace would be different, but he was bound to be disappointed as the people in the palace were far more sinister and ruthless. Scheming ran in their blood. And can anyone tell him why his path always crossed with the notorious first prince of the kingdom? The seemingly cold prince had an unpredictable temper. And why was he always drawn to him like a moth to a light? Will Cassian be able to survive in the palace where the true faces are hidden behind masks, or will he become more entangled in their schemes and just become a mere pawn in their game?

Countless stories will pass you by becoming stories of the past, history yet to be recorded. History is the imperfect record of the past. Knowledge lost within the vast sea of passage. Yet one man, yearns to learn them all, Zixin, Zixin of Longevity. An ignorant child, pawn of the stars, and disaster's appetite. But Fate's cruelty has different plans. Unable to use his ability, he continued to work, breaking down, until one day, the seed he had planted, would grow, ready to be harvested.

The Frost and the Flame is a historical novel fantasy of palace intrigue, forbidden passion, slow burn and unbridled ambition, set in a Joseon dynasty sealed by a curse... Cursed by ice, he was born to rule a frozen dynasty. Bound by fire, he was destined to challenge the heavens. In a land sealed by ancient spirits, when love blooms between frost and flame... kingdoms will fall, and hearts will burn. What to Expect: + A Slow-Burn Queer Fantasy Romance: At the heart of the story lies a powerful, emotionally complex relationship between a cursed crown prince and the man who once saved him. Expect tenderness, betrayal, longing—and a love tested by war, family, and fate. + Korean-Inspired Fantasy World: Set in Baekjoseon, a mythical kingdom locked in eternal winter, with rich palace intrigue, royal succession conflict, and folklore rooted in East Asian traditions. + Political Intrigue & Secret Legacies: Court machinations, hidden bloodlines, ancestral power, and the fragile balance between duty and desire—all unfolding in layers of mystery and revelation. + Supernatural Powers & Ancient Myths: A mysterious White Eye, a fire-bound thinking sword called Kwon, forbidden magic, and echoes of the Void threaten to unravel the world as gods and ghosts stir beneath the snow. + Elegant, Poetic Prose: Written with an atmospheric, lyrical style—perfect for fans of character-driven fantasy, Danmei storytelling, and emotionally resonant scenes. + Noble Tragedy Meets Hope: Not a story of perfect heroes, but of flawed humans making impossible choices in a world where kindness is rebellion, and love is the fiercest defiance. Update Schedule: New chapter every Friday – 8:00 PM GMT

an man who name Sasha,28 year old,who was sent a post man to every neighbourhood,was caught eye by a certain theatre cross the road,unknown that there's certain thing will make a scene out of it.

the story start with a 25 year old,brunet guy who wake up in a strange places and scary places,trying to find something so he can get out,however there will come a certain things and Unknown will try to stop him

In a palace where everyone is valued based on their position, Reginald is rather unlucky.He is the plague itself in his mother's family. conceived out of wedlock while his mother was still in her father's castle, there is a strife on both sides; his maternal side never accepting him for being an ornament of shame, and his paternal side never accepting him, tagging him an illegitimate child and never believing his paternity, carving him into a bastard. After suffering for too long his king father decides to crown his mother queen and he; crown prince hoping everyone will be convinced and quiet on the whole matter, but a crown is not enough to cover a scandal that huge. But once dejected by his own father-in-law to be accepted later for b, Reginald has learnt that the crown makes the prince, still...he is only human. The court will never allow a bastard lead them, so they connive with one of the most promising consort , and try to pull Reginald down using intimidation and several attempted murders. They plan another graceless assassination where he almost loses his life to a bullet , but he is rescued by the penine moorland inhabitants. This is where he meets an apothecary who changes his life forever. Meet Charlotte Brumble, a young and aspiring orphan apothecary living with her grandmother in the quiet poor Ramsbottom . Acquiring her knowledge from her late grandfather who once served in the castle as a professional medical official. bearing a rather unfriendly experience, from a young age, Charlotte has been molded into an unfeeling person, and has no time for vain worries except for money of course. She bears the plague of an unfortunate, possessed crazy girl, running mad as a result of too much knowledge for a girl her calibre. Charlotte meets Reginald unaware of his status, they bond as friends. Reginald knowing who is responsible for his assassination sets to find evidence and on doing that he returns to the castle and the culprits face justice. Because of this, the penine moorlands loses patriarch, and grand prince Mason Reginald's younger brother is sent to substitute for the vacant space until the perfect person for the post is found. Mason receives a bill requesting for a clinic in Rivington as the only clinic in Alston is too far. He makes that his first task, but before that, uses the patriarchal infirmary as a clinic in the mean time. And makes Charlotte the doctor. Reginald pays a visit, to see his brother and the clinic in construction. He is beyond pleased to see Charlotte. They get along as they used to and he tells her his predicaments. Mason notices the closeness between the two and digs into Charlotte's background for security reasons. He discovers she is the daughter of the royal medical official who was to conduct a paternity test on Reginald as he was born, but got kicked out immediately for an accusation big enough to end him. He confronts Charlotte, but she denies knowing anything about paternity tests. Reginald has his fears as well; 'what if he isn't a Gratel?'. Mason brings her into the castle by force. Charlotte is stubborn and would not carry out the test, she rather assists the royal doctor who is thrilled at her intelligence. Even Mason is amused and drawn in too, butterflies begin to flutter, but Charlotte is too uninterested. Mason accepts his fate. Charlotte becomes the bridge between Reginald and his wife who have experienced unrequited love on both sides. After staying in the castle for two months, and seeing Reginald's situation, she agrees to carry out the test. The tension in the Grand palace increases as the fate of every one depends on the result of the test. The test is carried out, what are the results?, how will it affect Charlotte?, or Reginald's life??. find out!!

Ivy lived an ordinary life — quiet, safe, simple. Then she met Kael — cold, distant, and impossible to ignore. They were enemies at first. But slowly, his ice started to melt… And when things turned intimate, Ivy realized: He wasn’t heartless. Just waiting for someone to see him.

"Is it safe to fall in love with you? After losing her family to the revolt, noblewoman Lysithea hires Taron, a strapping young broker, to help her flee the kingdom. But when a heavy snowstorm strands the bickering pair in an eerie abandoned mansion, Lysithea has no choice but to rely on her new partner. What dangerous romance awaits them?"

Even with the recurrent dream of a queen in a golden armor as if weaved by the beams of the sun, Ayumi still did not think much about the world going on and on around her. Suddenly, one mysterious encounter after another, she finds herself in the center of a world... not quite the one she is used to living in, but rather a sheerer transparent realms where every element composing our world has its own territory and rules, it is own princess and power, it is own tragic story and betrayals along ancient mythical creatures and demons who roamed our world before they were sealed. Discovering she has been chosen as the reincarnation of a dead queen whose death left a battle between these elements unsettled, Ayumi must now end this battle so the queen can rest in peace and conclude her story. A mysterious past still plaguing the present and threatening the future, the five princess of nature each with their own missions and dreams... allies and enemies are made, trust is difficult, death is personified and love seems hopeless... Will Ayumi fall to the previous queen's same mistakes that led to her demise and the chaos beyond it or will she be able to navigate this world of memories safely, even after discovering many twisted truths?

Saito Anzhong one day was in a military meeting when the next thing he knew, he was being stabbed like Julius Ceaser. Right before he took his final breath, he woke up in a cave, in someone else's body! Soon after, he realizes that he woke up in the body of Lev Griffins, who is a minor villain in the novel, "How to Kill Demons Without Dying." Unfortunately for him, Lev is someone who the protagonist absolutely hates. The protagonist ends up killing him for almost achieving his long awaited revenge and for deciving him. But there is one thing good going for him, he transmigrated before Lev had met the Protagonist. Wanting to not get involved in any major plot events involving the protagonist or the main villain, the demon king, he tries his best to avoid any of the main characters at all cost. Unfortunately though, he has pursuers, who are out for his heart. =============================================== I apologize if i get anything wrong when talking about something that is in real life as well, because this is the first thing that i have officially written and posted on any form of a platform. Oh, it will also sometimes be changing from 1st person to 3rd person in the chapters i just thought it would make more sense in those different forms of writing. Also i promise the story is much better then the synopsis. I SWEAR I DIDN'T MAKE THAT THE NAME OF THE MCs HOME ON PURPOSE, I just realized to late, as in 40 chapters late. My bad Average word/chapter = 2.2k #LGBT+ #FANTASY #SCIENCE-FICTION #OVERPOWERED #SLIGHT-COMEDY #SLIGHT-ROMANCE #MYSTERY #SLIGHT-HORROR #HAREM

Chuyện mở đầu với một cô gái bạch tạng,19 tuổi,tên là Valeria Von Schweets được nhập học vào một học viện dành cho những tài năng tương lai,khi cô mới đặt chân tới học viện này,thì cô này bắt đầu những thứ kì lạ....