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Love begins like a flame— bright, reckless, and short-lived. But what happens when something quieter takes its place? When a burning soul meets a fading ember, a connection forms—slow, unspoken, and impossible to ignore. And sometimes… what doesn’t burn the brightest lasts the longest.

Kael used to be part of the “Special Army” that defended the world against “monsters.” Fourteen years ago, unknown portals that looked like black holes started to appear all around the world. After the first monster attack, humans gained extraordinary powers. Having learned their lesson, they went and attacked the monsters first before they could strike. Kael was part of the first group of “Extraordinary Humans,” who later called themselves the “Special Army.” He spent the next seven years fighting for peace. He also found the meaning of his life when the person he secretly loved also loved him back. Everything was going well… until they entered an S-Class Dungeon and his special ability was revealed to everyone. A gift of immortality, also known as “Athanasia.” He never could have guessed that his lover, the very person who gave meaning to his life, would be the same person who would take it from him. His lover killed his comrades in front of him one by one, demanding the gift. Kael gave it up willingly, but his lover still killed him in the end. Just when his lover thought he had died, Kael miraculously survived. Seven years later, his lover became the leader of the biggest and most influential guild in the world. Kael planned to live his life in hiding and live peacefully. But he never could have thought that his ex-lover was still obsessed with the “gift,” going as far as hunting each of Kael’s relatives and friends just to get his hands on the “elixir.” Now, Kael is bent on exacting revenge and stopping this monster from being loose. He will do whatever it takes. He can go as far as getting close to his ex-lover’s younger brother and using him for revenge.

#BoyLove #DanMei #Painful #Tragic #Mature #SliceOfLife #DarkFantasy Genre: Danmei, Boylove, Palace Intrigue, Male Courtesan, Angst, Hurt Author: HuaLuoShenYang Synopsis Is there truly a parent in this world cold-hearted enough to abandon their own flesh and blood? The answer is a resounding yes. Shi Yan Si was neither an exception nor the only one, but he stood as a testament to those whose childhood scars lingered like a lifelong shadow, drifting like a ghost on the fringes of humanity. Abandoned since birth, he was like a fledgling bird crawling through a desolate forest before its wings could even sprout. His only choice: to plunge into the abyss or to struggle for survival, waiting for his wings to grow so he could teach himself to fly. Tragically, those wings grew twisted and frail. Driven by a desperate hunger for affection, he lost himself in the labyrinth of desire. His obsessive love for his sworn brother led them both down a path of betrayal and sin, culminating in the ultimate agony—his eyes were gouged out by the very man he adored. With his own hands, he cast himself straight into a hell of carnal suffering. From the moment of his first breath to the flickering remains of his last, cold neglect and brutal torment followed him like a curse. Only when his spirit was a mere wisp of smoke did he finally stumble upon a fragment of peace called eternity. Love had become a distant, fading mirage—no longer a dream, no longer a hope. Au'Note: Should you discover any grammatical mistakes in any chapter of the story, I would be grateful if you could assist me in making the corrections. Many thanks.

The world, nearing its 100,000th year, decided to split its history into ten periods—each having its own breakthrough in the evolution of humanity. In the current era, Haruo struggles to find an earnest living with his younger brother. failing to land a single job to cover their expenses. Fortunately, he was able to become a butler to a noble lady, Ena. During his time as a butler, many events occurred that led them to a confrontation with a mysterious man. Meeting the man, he offered a contract to the trio that benefited them, but inevitably came with a price.

In the year 1484 of the Sea Circle Calendar, Sidilir Oran, a pirate from Piltover, set sail into uncharted waters. That day became a turning point for the world—because with his arrival, the seas would never be the same. From the Project Universe codenamed Jin-Shiki, to the Tyrant Universe known as Warhammer-Oz… from Piltover’s Hextech armor to Zaun’s alchemical elixirs… even a clone of Charlotte Linlin has appeared on these seas. Here, dreams shatter the walls between worlds. Valoran technology collides with Devil Fruits, forging miracles that defy reason. And as for Star Guardian Urgot… well, some creations can only be called bizarre. (One piece • Sailing • Valoran • League of Legends) ---------------------------- Unlock the next 30 chapters at p@treon

Hidden away from the outside world, a group of children with extraordinary abilities were raised within an isolated castle on a desolate mountainside. ​Among them stand a peculiar pair of twins—bound by a rebellious spirit and armed with a rare, formidable power. When they are deployed on their very first mission beyond the castle walls, they quickly realize the world outside is far from what they were led to believe. The mission meant to test them will unravel everything, dragging to light dark secrets they wish they had never discovered.

Must a son answer for the sins of a father he never knew? Aegis always found comfort in the clinking of coins; after all, being a slave in hell is not easy. But his life takes a dangerous turn when a fallen paladin — a necromancer from the outer plane — takes an interest in him. For the first time, Aegis feels his pouch getting heavier. But little does he know that soon he may have to fight not only the horrors of hell… but his own masters. What to expect: -Dual povs and MCs. -Gore, Strong language, child abuse(At least till MC is a child and slave). Cover by c37. chapters 1,2,3 had been edited. Prologue has been added.

Name is the Soul of a living. When the 7th Star died, fate, hope, and balance collapsed affecting the genesis of the world.The world tried to recreate itself inorder to fit in the cosmic order but ended up in adversity. Slowly, essence was fading out and it lead to potential possibilities imprinting itself in the world. These possibilities eventually became intense to the extent that even the Heavens had to be indulged in matters. It was around this tale did many strive for change for a perfect world. But was also battled by a careful dance of destiny. Defeated or Not it's uncertain. Since immemorial, ever since The Great Fall Of The Badu Dynasty, no other dynasty ever survived for more than a ceuntry. All the great proving dynasties were reduced to ashes by the Golden Fate which befell the world. 10 Great Ages of 10 Great dynasties, and yet the imbalance the world has sunk into still grows deeper. To even make Heaven roar. Ages of promising geniuses; Ages of ruined geniuses; in a world clouded by mislead and lies; when would the ruined clearly see the sky?? The question remains unanswered. From despairing to forging a path of his own, a youth hovered in a humid dark sky amidst the thick clouds that had a strong smell of blood. He adorned in a bloody canvas as he aimlessly pointed his magical sky-shattering sword horizontally to a ruined scarlet castle deeply hidden behind the density of the bloody clouds. Encircling this youth were 5 brown gems gleaming weakly. Because his entire being was heavily soaked in blood, his pupils could not be seen but if one looked closely, it could be noticed that his eyes glowed like a moon.

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Luna always thought her life was ordinary—until a single car accident changed everything. Waking up with fragmented memories, she discovers a shadow from her past is watching her, someone who knows her in ways even she doesn’t. Bound by a one-year contract marriage to the enigmatic and fiercely protective Ethan, Luna finds herself caught between buried secrets, a mysterious figure from her childhood, and the truth about her father—a truth someone wants to keep hidden at all costs. As memories resurface and danger closes in, Luna must decide who to trust: the man sworn to protect her, or the ghost of her past who knows her better than she knows herself. One year. One contract. One chance at survival—and love.

He once entered the grand gates of a wealthy mansion with nothing but quiet obedience and desperate hope. As a young housemaid in one of Beijing's most powerful families, he believed that if he worked hard enough, endured silently enough, life would eventually soften for him. He was wrong. One night destroyed everything. Betrayed by the very heir of the house he served, and cast out by his ruthless mother, he was left alone ...shamed, broken, and carrying a secret he never asked for. Twins. With nowhere to go and no one to lean on, he disappeared from that world. Years later, he returns....no longer the powerless boy they once discarded. Now educated, independent, and living a quiet life, he raises his twins under a different truth. They call him "Uncle," unaware that the man who tucks them in at night is their mother. He has rebuilt himself from ashes. But fate is never finished. A man who once saved his life reappears....steady, gentle, and silently devoted. Another man walks into his world...warm, protective, and determined to stand beside him. And then... The past returns. The father of his children. The man who destroyed his innocence. Now powerful. Now remorseful. Now wanting redemption. Three men. One wounded heart. When love stands at his door, will he choose safety? Passion? Or justice? And can a man who survived the worst kind of betrayal ever truly allow himself to love again?

New body, new world. Desmond searches for his broken identity in the harsh environment of the 'Dark Lands'. Will he become good or evil? Honestly, I don't know, but one thing is perhaps guaranteed—his journey might be entertaining. Perhaps he can find what was once lost, or maybe not. In his path of self discovery almost anything can happen. Whatever may be, just know that I am rooting for him.

DO NOT MISS THIS BIG OPPORTUNITY TO CHECK OUT THIS GRANDPA STORY BEFORE IT GOES EXCLUSIVE!!!. Jin Tianzun was once a cute, innocent nine-year-old boy whose world shattered when tragedy took his parents away at the tender age of five. Left with their vast wealth, he should have been cared for—but instead, betrayal awaited him. His so-called relatives, cloaked in false smiles, forced him from a life of comfort into one of torment. Living under the roof of his cruel aunt and uncle, Tianzun’s days became filled with bullying and neglect, crushing his spirit. But fate was even harsher. At nine, Tianzun’s life was claimed by a merciless heavenly tribulation—a divine calamity that punished him for reasons beyond mortal understanding. Yet, death was not the end. A powerful deity granted him a second chance—bestowing upon him a mysterious system and reincarnating him into a new world of cultivation, where survival hinges on strength, cunning, and unpredictability. Armed with memories of his past, Tianzun must navigate this brutal new realm. How will he survive? How will he rise in a world where only the strongest endure—and where destiny itself is a deadly game? To know more follow tianzun and his system on the journey to become stronger. #{WSA 2026 Entry} This work is not a work of Ai. This is the work of Grandpa Rem. This is the story of crazy grandpa rem to know more read and follow tianzun on his journey. The story comprises of the following tag: #Slow paced, #Suspense, #Mystery, #Eastern, #Tragedy, #Betrayal, #Dark, #Revenge, #Comedy, #Romance, #Adventure, #Supernatural, # Enemies to Lovers, #System, #Reincarnation, #Fantasy, #Cultivation, #Action, #Survival, #Harem, #Rom-Com. I promise you—you will not be disappointed.

What would you do if almost everyone around you saw you as a hindrance or not at all? What if your own father was one of those who wished you gone? That is the story of Rosemary's life. Ever since the death of her mother during accident where only she survived, Rose has felt useless. Despite her best attempts to ignore the hurtful glances and words of the royal court and her father, she can't help but feel like a wilted flower. It becomes so bad that she considers ending it all, until she is rescued by a handsome young man with cold violet eyes who promises to change her world. ---- Before long, I reached a stone bridge overlooking Kaguya river. Luckily for me, the place was empty at the moment. Although, would anyone have even bothered saving a wretch like me? At most, they probably would have just watched as I met my end in a moment of morbid curiosity. And as I stood at the edge, I remembered all the times I had cried. All the times I had hurt. But now, I was ready. I smiled as the wind whipped around me. It was time to end it. Turning around, I let my body fall backwards into the river. The sky was a sea of stars. The city lights around me sparkled like gems. It was so beautiful. For the first time in a long time, I felt a sense of calm wash over me. I didn't regret it. No, I had finally found the courage to stand up for myself in my very own way. The water was high, so the fall itself didn't kill me instantly as I had hoped. As the river enveloped me, I closed my eyes. This was the end of my journey. A journey full of misery and tragedy. If there was another life, I hoped it would be better than this one. "Sis!" I heard a voice scream. Orlin! My brother came for me? What was he doing here? Had he followed me? But why? Did he care about me? Or was it just pity? No, right? Surely at least one person in this world loved me. Why had I given up on myself so soon? I knew he loved me. Yet, I still went through with this stupid decision. I allowed those girls and Father's words inhibit my better judgment... "Sis, where are you? Rose! Please show yourself! I want to talk!" Ore yelled at the top of his lungs. Right, my life was not all misery and tragedy. There were faint glimmers of joy and hope left. Ore was a big part of that. How selfish of me... I was actually about to abandon my brother. I tried to resurface, but my swimming skills weren't the best. To make matters worse, the current was far too strong. If not for the current, I would have at least been able to dog paddle over to the edge with some effort. My right hand broke through the fierce waters and was yanked by another hand. I was pulled out of the murky depths and saw a pair of cold violet eyes staring back at me. Father? No, it wasn't him. Although, those eyes felt familiar. Before I could make out the face of my rescuer clearly, darkness swept over me. Was it too late? I didn't want to die... Not anymore!

PROJECT: APEX Humanity was an experiment. Oops. The world didn’t end. It upgraded. One day, reality glitches. Systems activate. Powers awaken. And somewhere out there, something starts watching humanity like it just opened a new save file. Welcome to Project: Apex — a mysterious initiative where survival isn’t a right… it’s a ranking. Our protagonist? Not chosen. Not special. Just extremely unwilling to die. As monsters rise, factions clash, and hidden architects pull cosmic strings, the truth becomes clear: This isn’t chaos. It’s a test. And somebody out there wants to see who reaches the top. Power scales get shattered. Alliances break faster than promises. And every level gained just makes you a bigger target. Because in this world… You’re either climbing to Apex — Or you’re XP. Trait-stealing. Sword-slinging. Enemies-to-co-bloodbath. you can find me on Instagram; @r0h1th_

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.

Neva and Rhett—two young souls—find their heartstrings woven in love. But just as passion and peace begin to bloom, fate intervenes. Bleak, haunting circumstances scatter blades across their romance, threatening to tear them apart. Ishmael—a man with a heart of thorns—yearns to mend the wound of losing Neva. And in the end, rays of love and joy filter through the clouds of horror that darken his world—as Neva appears before him once more. Twisted fate entangles them all, revealing the Game of Sphere, as misery scorches their souls. A concealed life beyond turns its pages—one after another—gathering sin and virtue, tragedy and fortune, strength and frailty, creation, love... and hate. Illusion is where we live—in the garden of Eden before the fall of man. Illusion is serenity—an evermore sanguine of love. The vision of paradise in the New Earth sows hope deep in the soul. The delusory pleasures of this world ignite the flames that burn in oceans of fire. Illusive Eden is rapture. Illusive Eden is tragedy. The fall of man—even now bleeds red. The whisper whirls the dawn of a man—he who pretends to be the hero. --- The girl who once vowed to be his forever Now forbids him to ever appear. She refuses to recognize him, Disregarding all he ever was. He vows to protect her. Yet he is the terrifying truth she prays is a lie. He trips her, rips her apart— He's the living tragedy looming over her life. He once was her Elayne, now her hiraeth. He is the villain—pretending to be the hero. --- The Lord is the way— Steady through the wilderness. The King is the truth— Burning through the lies. The Father is the life— Breathing spirit into dust. She kneels before the Ruler, The God who shaped galaxies— He has called her a poet. Her tongue shall be anointed. Her poetry shall be the rivers of His word. She will scatter seeds in broken fields, And He will send the sun. He will send the rain. He will draw the roots down deep. He yields to the Ruler, The God of blazing holiness— He has called him a soldier. His fists shall be unclenched. The sword of the Spirit rests in his grip. He will shield the sower of the seeds, As storms rise against the harvest. His strength will be not his own, But drawn from the marrow of grace. This faith shall shake the mountains, For He has conquered the filth of the flesh. This flame will cleanse the shadows. For He has defeated the darkness. This love shall live on for eternity, For He has overcome the mortal world.

A destitute village girl journeys to a glittering, unforgiving metropolis, driven by a thirst for wisdom and a longing to carve her own fate. Yet the city’s chaos swallows her whole—until she collides with Psycho Girl, a magnetic but volatile woman whose obsession with her burns like a fever. Though danger follows her every move, her reckless intensity breathes unexpected life into the village girl’s weary existence. Amid betrayal, street-smart survival, and sleepless nights, the girl finds herself drawn to her fractured soul, questioning: *Can love bloom in the soil of madness? Or will their fragile bond crumble under the weight of secrets and desire?* **Disclaimer:** This is a work of fiction. Certain locales may mirror real-world inspirations, but all characters, events, and storylines are imagined. Resemblances to real individuals—past or present—are unintended and coincidental. --- **Author’s Note:** Hold your breath for a tale where obsession and salvation dance in the dark. Sometimes, the most dangerous flames are the hardest to resist… With gratitude, Yogy ✨

Premise: A girl raised as an elite assassin escapes her brutal upbringing, yearning to live a normal life. Psychopathic in nature, she doesn't understand love the way others do-but when she meets a kind-hearted college boy, she feels something unfamiliar and decides to change. She shadows him, protects him from the shadows, and fakes being a regular student. What she doesn't know is that the boy is secretly the long-lost son of a dying crime lord. Though he's innocent on the surface, he's unknowingly the heir to a throne others are killing to claim. Assassins begin hunting him, and she does everything she can to protect him without revealing her past. But there's another secret: the boy is secretly a masked vigilante fighting crime at night, trying to end the kind of violence that shaped her. Neither of them realizes just how tangled their lives are, or how similar they really are beneath the lies.

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