tragedy

​"You keep giving me reasons to hate myself for what I love about you, Alice..." ​The thought is a poison. Alice Miller is the toxin in my fucking blood, turning every drop into a black, hollow void. ​She walked into Oakhaven as a student, but she became my enemy from the very first second. She thinks she can survive the grit; she thinks she can outrun the shadows. ​She’s wrong. I’m going to make her realize that in my world, the only thing more dangerous than being my enemy... is being the one thing I can’t let go of. ​I won’t just break her. I’ll own the pieces. ​"Welcome to the nightmare, Alice. I’ll be the one waiting for you in the dark." ​READ AT YOUR OWN RISK: ​This book is a Dark Romance / Psychological Thriller. It features a morally gray (to black) male lead, graphic depictions of obsession, manipulation, and intense themes that may be triggering for some. If you’re looking for a hero with a conscience, you’ve wandered into the wrong forest.

Some children are born into love. Taehyung was born into fire. Cursed before his first breath by a deity who confused grief with justice, Prince Taehyung enters a world that cannot hold him literally. His flames burn too hot for anyone to touch. His father refuses to claim him. The court calls him a demon. And the only person who has ever walked into his burning chambers without flinching is Aera, a divine child with frost in her veins and a destiny chained to his whether she chose it or not. She didn't choose it. But she stays anyway. He Who Burns Against Fate is the story of a boy the kingdom tried to discard and the impossible lengths he goes to prove it wrong. Stripped of the crown he was born to, Taehyung carves a different path, the Sword of the Kingdom, a title buried for generations, revived by a prince with nothing left to lose and everything left to prove. He fights wars his brother sends him to die in. He bleeds for a kingdom that never once bled for him. And through it all, Aera walks beside him, cooling his flames when they turn on him, giving him pieces of herself she will never get back, loving him in the only language she knows: silent, total, and unreturned. Taehyung sees her as his closest companion. His family. The one constant in a life built on abandonment. He never sees her the way she sees him. But the heavens have always known how this ends. The curse in his blood was never truly suppressed, only delayed. And when it finally comes to collect what was always owed, not even the Sword of the Kingdom can fight his way free of fate. What follows is not a love story. It is something more devastating than that, a story about what people do when the ones they cannot live without are taken anyway. About brotherhood forged in fire and politics. About a deity who spent her entire existence giving pieces of herself away, until the day she had only one piece left and chose to spend it on a dead man. Heaven wrote his ending before he was born. Aera intends to rewrite it.

In New York, where corporations have completely replaced the state and a person is worth exactly as much as their blood and organs, 27-year-old barista Ethan Hitcher lives as invisibly as possible. His only weakness is a girl named Marie, a street artist who paints pictures on the sidewalks. One night, a drunk corporate heir kills Marie right in front of Ethan. The murder is ruled an accident. Ethan is offered five thousand dollars and a non-disclosure agreement. Naturally, he refuses. The young man dreams of every single one of them disappearing, including Marie’s killer. And that’s when everything changes. A man breaks into his place and offers him a small job… https://www.royalroad.com/profile/976439/fictions

My arm ached where the needle pierced the vein. Already, my fingers were numb, spots spinning in front of my eyes. Something clattered onto the pavement. The needle. It must have slipped out of my hand. Nothingness swirled around me, bringing the first sense of peace that I'd felt since...ever. But that was okay. It meant that there was no one to miss me, and no one I would miss. Well, perhaps there would be a few, but they could always find others to extract their cruel, sadistic pleasure from. My last breath was rough and shallow, the last beat of my heart pitifully fail. I sank to the alley floor, eyes closing, welcoming the blessed nothingness of the end. Only...death was supposed to be dark, wasn't it? And since when did 'nothingness' have so many gods? Discord: https://discord.gg/PX3xqJdZMY

This book is also known as Douluo: My Parents Died Because of Tang Hao at the Start In the era of Douluo Continent 3: The Legend of the Dragon King, after the Heaven-Reaching Douluo Yun Ming burned his life to leave the last spark for Shrek Academy, his soul was swallowed by a spatial rift and returned to the era of the Sea God Tang San twenty thousand years ago, becoming the grandson of Yang Wudi, the clan leader of the Breaking Clan. A brand new story unfolds from here. What kind of sparks will fly when Yun Ming, the sole Lord of the End of Shrek Academy, meets Tang San, the Lord of the First Generation's Revival? Two people with completely opposite personalities and dispositions!!! PS: This novel has no system, is anti-Shrek, relatively not dark, and involves ascending to godhood.

1000.....years......that's as far as I can count before I stopped. From that point on, I don't know how long I have been falling down....the Void is indeed infinite, but at least it's quiet here, gives me time to think, to look back at what I've learned, and do something about them....just to maintain something of myself.... Who knows? Maybe I will need them once I arrive at a new world.....hard to tell, maybe I will keep falling until this last soul fragment of mine wither away.... Memories? I don't think I need them anymore....not that they are pleasant....most of them are.....painful...a living weapon made to slaughter.....Wait....do I need them anymore? There are still those care about me, right? 'Mother' 'Friend' 'Love', at least I know there are 3 of them care about me....wherever they are.....but....do they still remember me.....or can I return to them one day? Hard to tell..... How long has it been? I don't know....3000 more years.....2 seconds....I don't know......maybe I'll sleep alittle, *yawn* let's hope when I wake up, I see more than darkness........

Platinum Shadow is a MLP Fan Fiction starring OC's as main characters and returning FiM Characters, including Villains like Lord Tirek and Daybreaker. The story takes place years after the end of Season 9. The story follows a young stallion unicorn named Platinum Shadow due to the colors of his dark coat and silver mane that has traveled all over Equestria and beyond in search of his "Deadbeat Father" that abandoned him and his dying crippled mother. Throughout his journeys he's made countless friends From Alphas (Original Characters) to Yaks and known as the "Blank Unicorn" as he does not have a Cutie Mark (Or does he? =.= ). His journey ends in Ponyville that is now known and expanded as the "Home of Friendship", however unknown to him, his journey might be over, but this is where his story truly begins...

“Hey! What's going on? Wh…why are you quivering? Why haven't you sealed his magic yet?” The mage didn't reply for a moment, the beads of sweat grew in numbers as his whole body was now totally drenched. “H…he… I can't! His aura, his mana, his magic is growing. He is growing rapidly, I can't tame him. I can't. He's too…” Meanwhile, in the shadow realm, Grey smirked as he lifted his hand and made a slashing motion in the air in front of him. “Dimensional Slash.” _ In a world teeming with mages. A world where more than half the human population had awesome affinities ranging from wind, earth to lightning and so on. Grey Dawn had none. He was weak, useless, magicless and most importantly… a cripple in terms of magic usage. Not until an accident where he almost brushed past death. Summoned by a celestial, the seal placed on his core was shattered and there he was appraised. Grey found out not only will he wield magic, he would come to become the strongest mage in existence with five affinities. Confident, he enrolled at Lunaria academy. One of the four great magical academies. Here, he meets awesome mages, forged bonds and most especially, rivalries. With his squad, Grey blitzed through enemies… portal breaks, dungeons, bandits, kingdom invasion, he was clearing them all. But it wasn't enough. The foe the world was up against were not weak by any means. The Otherworlders! Destroyers of planets, conquerors of worlds. Beings with destructive powers and backing. These were the kind of foes he was up against. Grey would learn that his magic isn't enough against them. And the Otherworlders won't be the only foes he would be up against. Demons, cocky celestials, powerful warriors— masters of Ki, Terrifyingly powerful clans and Ki warriors. He will realise that he would be needing something more. He would be needing to transcend his current self and status. He would need to evolve into something more so as to stand a fighting chance against the otherworlders and the much more terrible foes beneath the surface. He would need to become; The Supreme Magus! How will Grey Dawn achieve this title? How will he get worlds to hear of this name and tremble? How will he fare against interdimensional conquerors? How will he survive? How will his squad of humans and different races fare? And most importantly, what will be Grey's five affinities? Find out more in this awesome book and read how Grey's journey unfolds and blooms. __ “Wh-who are you? Wh-what even are you?” “...” “You really want to know who I am?” Grey demanded, lightning crackling around his hands. A sinister smile crept on his face hidden beneath his devilish mask as his glowing eyes narrowed at the man before him. “... They call me; The Supreme Magus.” “No-no way…” BANG—! ___ This is the link to the discord server: https://discord.gg/eN7em7Q38

When the Moon is said to be unreachable, people retreat. With the sole exception of Crown Prince Isaiah. Crown Prince's fixation on the Red Moon started when Red Moon helped people who were trying to assassinate Crown Prince escape. But at that moment, rather than thinking of capturing them. He tried to catch the Red Moon. But little did he know at that time that it was the Red Moon. Red Moon or Crimson Moon Waterfall, The high-end prostitute who was known for his unparalleled beauty and his forbidden dance form which was considered impossible to master. Was the last person in the world that Crown Prince should have chased... But, This butterfly has decided to chase the impossible... And the Impossible has chosen to run... **** I upload every week on Saturday ( Except the last week of every month. ) Extra tags: #Obsession #Slow Burn #psychological #weaktostrong #complicated power dynamic #betrayal (This is also going to be slight reverse harem.) *** Disclaimer: The backstories of the characters is full of trauma, depression, gore, Violence etc. Characters are morally complex. *** If you want a complicated power dynamic between characters. This story is for you! Discord Server link: https://discord.gg/6W5FBsRwc

Judgement What if the things we call hallucinations… are actually echoes from another reality? Judgement follows a normal teenage boy whose life begins to collapse after he starts sensing the presence of dead people. At first, he believes it is only stress, anxiety, or the result of an unstable mind. Strange sounds, invisible presences, suffocating fear, and terrifying visions slowly begin haunting his everyday life. But everything changes the night he encounters the spirit of a frightened little boy. The boy does not attack him. Instead, he tries to communicate. Through strange emotional connections and painful visions, the protagonist experiences memories that do not belong to him — feelings of fear, suffocation, loneliness, and death itself. As the supernatural encounters grow stronger, he realizes he is not simply seeing ghosts… he is connected to a hidden world existing beside reality. A world built from unfinished deaths, buried emotions, forgotten memories, and dark secrets humanity was never meant to uncover. Soon, the line between imagination and truth begins to disappear. The protagonist starts sensing events before they happen, feeling the emotions of strangers, and uncovering horrifying mysteries tied to the past, present, and future. But the deeper he enters this hidden reality, the more dangerous it becomes. Because the little boy is not the true threat. Something ancient exists behind him. Something that has silently watched humanity for centuries. And now… it has finally noticed him. and during all this Takash need something to control his power which were fullfilled by his mates.#R18 mindblowing Blending psychological thriller, supernatural mystery, emotional drama, and dark fantasy, Judgement is a haunting journey into fear, reality, and the terrifying possibility that the human mind may only perceive a fraction of the world around it.

In the war-forged empire of Epsos, conquest was once the only path to greatness—until a White Magis united the empire with the hidden nation of Graitan, creating an era where magic and steel flourished together. Now, Ayumu Velmiar, the last remaining White Magis, serves as advisor to the Emperor and the final keeper of her people’s legacy. Beside her stands Kaiser—the Emperor’s feared right hand, a man loyal to the throne yet unknowingly devoted to her. As they journey through an empire balanced between peace and ruin, Ayumu is drawn into adventures, political turmoil, and the unwavering gaze of the man who has long since decided that one day, she will be his.

Rena is a student at a well-known magic school. Unlike the others, she plans to become a knight after graduating. But before graduation, she receives a love letter asking her to come to the back of the school. There’s a lavender hill there, beautiful and calming to look at. Strangely, after waiting for a while, the guy never shows up. Confused, Rena starts trying to figure out what actually happened.

Years later...The founder of the Revolutionary Army, the Ghost of Dawn, Fleet Admiral, and Ruler of the World Government. Quentin Seven gazed calmly into the distance."At first, I just wanted to go home, but..."

Akira Kurogane thought he knew who he was—a normal high school student living a quiet life with his sister. That ended the night he touched an ancient artifact and woke up with two voices in his head. Hikari, the Light Soul: Calm, strategic, protective. A warrior of justice who believes in second chances and healing. Kage, the Shadow Soul: Brutal, instinctive, powerful. A predator who sees the world in terms of strength and survival. Both claim to be part of him. Both fight for control. And both are hiding something. As Akira struggles to master these conflicting powers, he's thrust into a hidden world of exorcists, demons, and an organization called The Equilibrium—who hunt Dual Soul bearers for a sinister purpose. With the help of Yuki Shirayuki, a cold but skilled ice-wielding exorcist, and Ryu Hayato, a hot-blooded rival who becomes his closest friend, Akira fights to protect his normal life. But the more he uses his power, the more questions emerge. Why do some memories feel fake? Why do Hikari and Kage sound almost... parental? And why did that dying enemy say, "You don't even know what you are"? When the truth finally surfaces, Akira's world implodes. He's not the original. He's not even the host. He's the bridge—a consciousness created 500 years ago by two souls who needed to survive. Everything he remembers, everything he is, was constructed. Given. Designed. But can something made choose to be real? Can a bridge become more than the shores it connects? Akira's journey to answer that question will determine not just his fate, but the fate of the world. "I choose to become the sky." Dual Personality Multiple Consciousness Overpowered MC (Eventually) Smart MC Strong Female Lead Friendship Loyalty Existentialism Coming of Age Epic Battles Strategic Combat Magic System Soul Powers Internal Conflict Identity Struggle Chosen One (Subverted) Created Being Artificial Consciousness Found Family Slow Romance Tsundere Heroine Rival Becomes Friend Tragic Past World Building International Scope Organization Antagonist Power Progression Training Arc Tournament Arc War Arc .Emotional Depth .Plot Twist .Mind Blowing Reveal .Re-read Value .Character Development .Philosophical Themes

Ah! Reincarnation! A second chance at life, it's a perfect opportunity isn't it? Wrong Between a disability that makes him so weak that his parents want to abandon him in the street, a war building up, and not even knowing which world he's in, Jeremy would say you're wrong. Reincarnating is an horrible experience. And he STILL doesn't know in which world he's in! _______ Kiiiind of slow burn, of course in the world of naruto but the protagonist will take some time to figure that out. Pretty dark too. Doing this story to train my writing.

"Hey mister!" Duke Azrael Pancratius was suddenly stopped by an arrogant and shameless child while he was visiting a small village. He only looked towards the child with his cold blue diamond eyes to his surprise the boy didn't even flinch or even feel afraid of him unlike the others. "So what do you want from me?" "I want you to take me with you and train me!" "Very well, then why should I train you?" He seriously looked towards the boy and waited for his answer towards his question. "I want to get stronger so that I can protect those who got hurt and I want to be a supreme leader in the future." The boy gripped both his hand as he looked towards Azrael with cold and serious eyes on which made him a little bit interested. "Alright then what's your name?" "My name is Mallory but I don't like it because they said that it means bad luck." "It's true your name doesn't suit you at all." "???" "Then your name shall be Alexandros Pancratius." Duke Azrael impulsive decision shocked everyone on adopting a child while on his visit but will he and Xander live a peaceful life or will they have a lot of trouble in the future.

The region of Turfazia, shaped by the existence of the only two surviving kingdoms — Dirfázia and Akatlon — stands on the edge of war. Amid fragile peace and rising shadows, a young mage steps into a world where every spark of power hides the memory of something far greater — and far more dangerous — than anyone remembers.

Bullied and neglected twins finally leave the only home they have ever known, an orphanage, to embark on a new challenge. Mandatory conscription in a military academy was instituted after the Walker War abruptly ended. Pause? Hiatus? Noone knew. The remaining enemy forces simply quit fighting one day. Now, the humans who were almost eradicated must get stronger in case the enemy returns to finish what they started. This is a story about overcoming the trauma of the past and embracing the strength healing can bring. Their quest for self discovery leads them right into the last place they want to go. There are daily updates to the story which is meant to be a trilogy. Ages 16 and up please as the trauma described is SA. Though the details are not very specific, it my trigger some readers. I am looking to move to another platform since I don't feel my story is getting what it needs here. If approved, you can find this story on Royal Road. https://www.royalroad.com/fiction/167754/feisty-fae

After dying in his past life, Noah Von Neville gets transmigrated in the modern world as Noah Hearth, a college student suffering from a chronic illness that causes his body to have a shortage of mana. That is not the only issue going for him, the moment he arrived, he could not use the mana the same way the humans of that world could so he had joining a cult to fix the issue. All the while all he wish to do is to find his lover and go back to his own world. [All organizations, and character within the story are fiction. Do not replicate any actions depicted in the story.]