tragedy

Hades is not just a billionaire mogul; he is the literal personification of Death. To the public, he is the elusive, stone-cold CEO of the Luther Corporation, a man whose empire stretches across the globe and whose face hasn't aged a single day in a century. To his thousands of fanatical subordinates, he is a dark deity—a mafia-esque king who rules from a secluded, glass-walled fortress. He is immortal, untouchable, and utterly bored with an existence. He has watched empires fall and stars burn out, leaving his heart as hollow as a fresh grave. That boredom shatters on a rain-slicked Monday morning. While Hades is being driven to his skyscraper, a reckless stranger dives into the path of his speeding car to save a shivering stray cat. Hades doesn’t stop—he never stops—but the image of the boy’s defiant, silver-grey eyes stays burned into his mind. Days later, seeking a moment of quiet, Hades enters an upscale city restaurant. There, standing before him with a tray in hand and a tired but kind smile, is the same boy: ken. A hardworking university freshman balancing three part-time jobs just to afford his education. The moment their eyes meet, the cold void in Hades’ chest finally sparks with a terrifying, singular Obsession. Ken is just a student trying to survive his finals; he didn’t expect to catch the eye of the world’s most dangerous man. Driven by a hunger he cannot name, the King of the Underworld decides to trade his boardroom for a lecture hall, enrolling in Ken’s university to stalk his prey in plain sight. From the dark corners of the library to the crowded campus halls, Hades is everywhere. He doesn't just want Ken’s heart—he wants everything. In a game of cat and mouse, how do you escape a man who literally has forever to find you?

Through a twist of fate and cruel misfortune, Paul awakens in the body of his own ancestor, trapped in a world marching toward war. Forced into the ranks of the Nazi elite, he must walk a razor’s edge, outwardly loyal, secretly reshaping history and trying to stop the inevitable tragedy. From the reality of war, to ruthless officers, glittering parties, every choice could mean death. Can Paul use this second life to reshape history, or will fate deal him a cruel hand once again?

"She wasn't asked to be given a life; yet it was taken from her." In this snowy town, we are forced to play our roles as the

Destined for doom, he was nothing more than a minor villain—meant only to be mocked by the protagonist and executed in the end. The plot pushed him forward, forcing his every step toward that inevitable downfall. But then, an anomaly appeared. Everything was moving exactly as the story demanded… until a certain woman took an interest in him. She freed him from the curse of being a disposable villain—so he could rise as the true one. ..... William, the proud heir of Count Delimore, had lived a sheltered life, untouched by failure and defeat. Yet he never let his victories cloud his judgment. His life was perfect. Until the academy. Until a sinister voice whispered in his ear: “Normal is so boring. It’s about time you show your true colors.” From that moment, William’s life changed—for the better, and for the worse. ••••••• A/N:- For a better understanding of the situation for the first few chapters, you will be primarily from the female lead's perspective. Please bear with it and read at least fifteen chapters before deciding if you want to continue. Additional tags: #No ntr #No yuri #No harem #Absolutely no harem #Possessive characters #Sudden strength gain #Grey mc #Loads of fluffy

In a world where destiny weaves its intricate threads, Ross finds himself entangled in a web of fate beyond comprehension. Once a mafia enforcer in his past life, he meets his demise shielding his brother, the reigning mafia king, from a fatal betrayal. But as death claims him, another door opens. Transcending realms, Ross is reborn into the vibrant world of One Piece, armed with the memories of his former life and the knowledge of its canon. However, fate has a cunning twist in store. He awakens within the body of young Rosinante, a noble-hearted soul entwined in the dark machinations of piracy and government corruption. As Ross grapples with this new existence, a tragic turn of events leads to Rosinante's demise, allowing Ross's soul to seamlessly merge with his. Now, armed with his past experiences and the vessel of Rosinante, Ross embraces his chance at redemption and empowerment. Driven by a newfound purpose, Ross sets his sights on aiding his brother, the infamous Donquxote Doflamingo, in his quest to become the true ruler of the One Piece world. Amidst the turbulent seas and the clash of titanic powers, Ross navigates the treacherous waters of politics, betrayal, and warfare. Together with his brother Doffy, Ross/Rosinante must unravel the mysteries of the Grand Line, face off against formidable adversaries, and forge alliances that will shape the very fabric of the world. But as they ascend towards their ultimate goal, shadows from the past loom ominously, threatening to unravel everything he holds dear. In "One Piece : Brotherhood," embark on an epic journey where alliances are tested, loyalties are challenged, and destinies are rewritten. Will Ross help his brother carve his legacy into the annals of history, or will the specters of the past consume him whole? Or does Destiny have something entirely different in play for Ross that he might not even have imagined in his wildest dreams? *************************************************************************************************** Disclaimer: One Piece is a copyrighted work of Eiichiro Oda. This fanfiction is a creative work by Silent_stiele and is not officially affiliated with the One Piece franchise. For exclusive access to advance chapters and more, visit the author's Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/Silent_stiele. Visit my Discord server for updates on the fanfic https://discord.gg/DecNeDpY

People think a smile means happiness. They are wrong. Some smiles are survival. Some smiles are lies. And some smiles are the last thing left before a person breaks. Each volume is a standalone story. New characters. New heartbreak. Volume 1 The Weight of a Broken Smile. She sat in the wrong seat. That was all it took. Ayaan had spent three years perfecting invisibility. Last row. Empty notebook. A philosophy built around one belief — nothing is worth getting close to. Then Lina dropped her books, smiled at him like the world was a private joke, and ruined everything. She's warm. She's bright. She makes every room better just by walking into it. And she's always, always smiling. Ayaan notices everything. So he starts to wonder — What is the smile covering? The closer he gets, the more he sees it. The laugh that escapes before she decides to let it. The phone call she pretends was nothing. The writing she does at 2 AM that no one was supposed to read. Lina is hiding something. Not from him. From herself. What begins as two strangers in a lecture hall becomes something real, something complicated — and something that will cost them both more than they expect. This isn't a love story about falling. It's a love story about excavation. "The smile is not the lie. The belief behind it is." Volume 2 The Weight of a Ghost's Smile Arjun was the sun. Warm, magnetic, magnetic — the person every room needed. He fixed your problems before you finished explaining them. He made you feel chosen. Everyone loved him. He was completely, silently, dying. Riya needed his stability to feel brave. Meher needed his patience to feel functional. Sana needed his darkness to feel alive. Three people. One boy holding all of them together. Until the day he simply — stopped. No warning. No goodbye. No dramatic speech. He just stepped off the stage. And that's when everything fell apart. Because nobody tells you what happens when the person who holds everyone together finally lets go. They don't just fall. Everyone falls. This is not a story about a cruel boy. This is a story about what happens when someone spends so long being everything to everyone — that they forget what it feels like to be something to themselves. Funny at the start. Dark in the middle. Devastating at the end. "People don't fall in love with you. They fall in love with the version of themselves that you allow them to be."

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.

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In a university where attention defines everything, Nayza chooses distance over admiration. Quiet, composed, and unreadable, she becomes the only girl who walks away from Erhan—the boy everyone wants and no one ignores. For Erhan, rejection isn’t something he accepts. What begins as wounded ego slowly turns into something darker. He doesn’t chase her; he watches, calculates, and pulls her into a space she never wanted to enter. A silent war begins between them—filled with tension, control, and moments that blur the line between hate and something far more dangerous. Nayza tries to resist, to stay away, but the more she distances herself, the stronger the pull becomes. Because what they share isn’t simple anymore. It’s intense, unpredictable, and impossible to ignore. And when feelings finally start to surface, they come with consequences neither of them is ready for. In a battle where pride and emotions collide, one question remains—

She once dreamed of freedom; now she longs for bloody revenge! Losiela Dalenau knows what it means to live in darkness—both literally and figuratively. After years of suffering and oppression, she has decided that enough is enough. She refuses to give life another chance and lives for only one thing: to defeat her mad parents and drag them into the hottest depths of hell. But there is a catch. The Dark Prince  Reilan, heir to Noxalora, has made her his slave. Sadly, every revenge comes at a price. Only a thin line separates hatred from passion. Reilan, whose veins carry a lethal poison, is not merely her jailer—he is a weapon Losiela can wield to reach her goal. Yet the closer she draws to him in order to manipulate him, the deeper she sinks into a game of intrigue, forbidden desires, and blood‑soaked secrets. Every step forward brings her nearer to the point of no return.

A Lazy man awakens in a vast, unfamiliar hall, surrounded by strangers who, like him, have no recollection of how they arrived. Panic spreads as the group struggles to make sense of their predicament. Among them, a charismatic leader named Arthur Francis emerges, urging order and cooperation. But Bernard remains distant, skeptical of both the people around him and the situation itself. With danger lurking at every turn, Bernard must decide whether to embrace Arthur’s leadership or forge his own path. But in a realm where trust is fleeting and survival is not guaranteed, one question haunts them all: Why were they chosen? https://discord.gg/RV5ZRGPzA

"That night’s accident was supposed to be the end of Sheyaan’s life..." ​The wreckage of broken cars, the smoke filling the air, and that cold scent of blood—Sheyaan was counting her final breaths. Then, piercing through the darkness, he emerged. His eyes were cold, and within them was a faint red glow, as if he didn't belong to this world at all. ​Zavian. ​He saw Sheyaan writhing in pain near death, but he did not help. Without saying a single word, he vanished into the darkness, leaving her alone before death at the mercy of fate. ​But destiny had something else in store. Sheyaan survived. However, after that night, some strange memories began to haunt her—memories that didn't belong to this lifetime of hers. ​When Sheyaan tries to start her life over, the same mysterious man stands before her again. This time... as a silent guardian. ​Because Zavian is no ordinary human. He is the King of the Demon Empire—a being at whom even the devils themselves tremble with fear. But for an unknown reason, his life is now bound to Sheyaan. If Sheyaan dies... Zavian’s existence will also end along with her. ​As enemies begin hunting Sheyaan’s life, Zavian is forced to stay by her side like her shadow. But Sheyaan is not as innocent as she appears. Inside her sleeps the soul of a 'Queen,' whose rage once burned an entire empire to ashes. ​And that very rage... that very light... was the real reason for Zavian’s birth. ​Is Zavian protecting her only to save his own life? Or is there a bond between them that neither heaven can break, nor hell? Male Lead: Zavian Female Lead: Sheyaan Supporting Lead: Fangxi Villains: Lucy, Manglong, Xavier

Ten years ago, the legendary Ryomen family was broken in a storm of ash and fire. One son was dragged into the dark, and the other was left behind to carry the ghost of a legacy. Now, fifteen-year-old Shujinko Ryomen wields only a dormant Spirit Core and a determined will to fight. Raised in the quiet isolation of his grandfather’s courtyard, he has begun to master the foundations of the blade, but the rest of the world has moved on. To them, the Ryomen name is just a tragic memory. Everything changes when Shujinko is scouted for the Swordsman Academy—a cutthroat, hidden island facility designed to forge the world’s most elite elemental warriors, finally offers him the chance to finally awaken his dormant power. With this, Shujinko leaves the safety of his home behind to step into a dangerous, monster-filled world—unaware that his abducted older brother has been corrupted into the exact monster he is training to destroy.

Five hundred years ago, the world broke. The sky split open. Gates tore through the heavens, and things that belonged in nightmares poured out — beasts that turned the Earth into an endless battlefield. Some people awakened to a strange force we call the System. We became Hunters. In this world, power is everything. Me? I was just a nobody — Rank G, living in the shadows. Then the day came I gained a skill. It wasn’t ordinary. Not even close. They said a rank like that didn’t exist. Rank SSS. A power that lets me see the future. But the problem wasn’t having the power… The first thing I saw when I used it was the end of the world. ... ... Discord: https://discord.gg/PJUqZuar

In the far reaches of space, where empires rise and fall in silence, a rogue crew aboard a ship unlike any other carves its path through the void. Their leader — enigmatic, dangerous, and driven by something deeper than conquest — leaves a trail of havoc wherever he goes. But this isn’t just a story of rebellion. It’s a story of purpose. Of fate. Of whether the stars themselves can be bent to one man’s will. TARTARUSIOS blends high-stakes action with mystery and mythic undertones. The ship is more than metal — it’s legend. The crew, more than criminals — they’re chosen. And as their journey unfolds, the question remains: will they reach their goal, or will destiny rewrite their course?

What’s… going on…? He stared at the food in his hands, fingers trembling. “I’m hungry… so why—” He forced a bite. The moment it touched his tongue, his stomach twisted violently. “Ugh—!” He spat it out, breath hitching, eyes watering. “I can’t… eat this…?” His chest tightened painfully, an empty, clawing hunger tearing through him. “But I’m starving… damn it—” He staggered to the fridge, yanking it open, hands shaking as he grabbed anything—rice, bread, leftovers— One bite. Two. Each one worse than the last. Rotten. Bitter. Unbearable. “Why does everything taste like this…?!” His grip tightened, nails digging into the counter as the hunger deepened into something darker… something sharper. Something unbearable. “…Blood.” The word slipped out before he could stop it. His eyes widened in horror. “No… no—” He stumbled back, clutching his head. “Anything else… please… anything ..I can eat—” ──── Guardian Spirit × Devil's heir troupe Ghost × Vampire/Yokai troupe Bl Japanese Novel Mangaanime setting Academystudents setting Mythfantasy setting Hoshiharu - Immortality and Death - ID

Raccoon City was supposed to go a certain way. It doesn’t anymore. A child appears—an Umbrella experiment that shouldn’t exist. Not infected. Not a cure. Something worse. Leon finds her. After that, nothing follows the original timeline. People who should die… live. Situations that should be safe… aren’t. And something in the city starts watching. Survive the night. Or become part of it. — Disclaimer: Resident Evil belongs to Capcom. This is a fan work. AI tools were used only for editing/grammar. Support (optional): If you enjoy the story and want to support it, you can do so here — https://ko-fi.com/n3mra

A student with selective memory loss was trapped inside a glass capsule floating in outer space. She discovered that there were 23 other students in the same situation. As she recalls how that happened, a hologram named Author appeared. It announced that they were the 24 chosen players to participate in a survival game with 3 levels, different stages, and distinctive game categories. They must play life-threatening games while gaining their memories with the goal to be the Triumphant and claim the Tri-Prize–the Wealth, Health, and Stealth. What seemed to be a typical survival game hides a truth far more than just surviving.

A Love Born in Lies A love born in silence. A past buried in shadows. A heart caught between truth and illusion. --- I don’t remember who I was. Not the girl in the mirror. Not the life I left behind. All I know is this mansion… And him—Professor. My husband. Cold. Untouchable. Mysterious. A man who says I belong to him… Yet looks at me like he’s already lost me. He doesn’t smile. He barely speaks. But the way he watches me— Like he's guarding something he’s terrified to break— it haunts me more than the gaps in my memory. Then come the fragments. A sister’s voice. A forgotten diary. A flower shop. A crash. And the moment I start to remember… everything starts to fall apart. --- What if the man I live with is part of the lie? What if the truth is more dangerous than the illusion I’m living in? What if… the love I’m falling into is the one thing I was meant to escape?

He entered a world he once watched, only to follow the one person who was never meant to be saved. Johann had already given up on reality long before it began to collapse. The only thing that kept him going was a game, The Mayhem, and its silent, unstoppable protagonist: the Hellraider. Then the game became real. Monsters, death, and destruction—everything unfolded exactly as he remembered. But Johann didn’t enter this world to survive. He came for one reason: to follow Hellraider… and change the ending that should have never happened. Yet the more he walks that path, the more the world begins to break away from what he knows. Events shift. Truths contradict. And the figure he once believed he understood refuses to be defined by anything, not even the story itself. In a world where even fate is unstable, Johann continues forward, even when he no longer knows what he is chasing.