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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?

Psyche, the youngest son of Capital City’s greatest conglomerate, belonging to the Demetriou family, was cursed with the life of an F-Rank Hunter with an S-Rank ability. Meaning, a really useful skill but no means to protect himself from harm. He had sworn to himself that he would make a lot of money and leave the tower, see the outside world, and live a single life forever. No woman would distract him from his goal. “I will never fall in love. Never.” Looking for a way to avoid his family treating him like livestock to milk off of his ability, he follows the only way he knew to finally be freed: Climbing the Infinity Tower. However, the journey soon proves to Psyche that he has eaten more than he can chew. Especially when the System seems hell-bent on pairing him up with a complete stranger who keeps showing up every time he is in danger. As such, he ends up accepting the quest given to him in exchange for finally escaping. "You need to keep in mind that while you serve his majesty, you aren't allowed to peek under his mask at night. Nor can you see him during the day, understood?"  “Then, what exactly is my job?” “You need to make sure his highness never leaves the room at night.” “W-What?” “The young master isn't to be left out of his room at night. No matter what. Do you understand?” Sigh. If only it were that simple for a mere human to keep an ancient god with a bad attitude grounded in his room.  — *This is a (very gay) tower-world retelling of the Roman myth "Cupid and Psyche". In no way does it pretend to be taken as a faithful source of culture or religion, nor does it intend to disparage them. It was simply inspired by the myth. (Greek and Roman god's names will be mixed) *This isn't a fanfic. *The cover art does not belong to me and will be removed upon request. *This work contains spicy scenes. *Enjoy \(*u*)/

This is a fan translation of 赛马娘，从入门到地下室 The original author is EEEEE然后亮标 Please support them! === To all trainers: throughout your tenure, please never harbor or expose even the slightest notion of romance. Relationships are strictly forbidden—whether among colleagues or between trainers and Uma Musume. At all times, maintain appropriate distance from everyone. Never proactively invite Uma Musume to meals. If one invites you, find an excuse and politely decline. Do not pat heads! Do not touch horse ears! Do not touch tails! When going to sleep at night, ensure your doors and windows are locked. If you hear doors being torn down or the screams of your colleagues, do not leave your room. Immediately call campus security and remain inside until the authorities handle the situation. If an Uma Musume confesses feelings to you, politely decline without showing irritation or excitement. Play dumb! Always pretend you didn't understand! Afterward, promptly apply for campus protection. If necessary, the academy may arrange for your discreet resignation. If you happen to be a handsome male trainer, charming in speech, gentle (yasashii), and obviously attractive to the opposite sex—resign immediately. It's not discrimination; you simply do not belong here. If you insist on staying, the dark basement will inevitably be your only fate. Mizuno Sora looked at his evaluation of Appearance S, Scent S, and Voice S, and began to struggle inwardly. #Umamusume #Uma Musume #Pretty Derby

I stood in the quiet of the drawing room, fists clenched. “Adrian… you have no idea what you’ve done. You walk back into my life after all these years, and everything I planned—my independence, my future—it’s on the line because of you.” He took a slow step toward me, his expression unreadable. “Evelyn… I didn’t come back to disrupt your life. I came back because I couldn’t stay away. Because I couldn’t stop thinking about you.” I let out a bitter laugh, shaking my head. “You couldn’t stay away? You were promised to her—Miranda. To my sister. And yet here you are, acting like the world revolves around your feelings, ignoring mine.” “I never ignored you,” he said quietly, his eyes searching mine. “I just… I couldn’t control it. Even then, even as a boy, I wanted to protect you. And I still do.” “Protect me?” I echoed, my voice rising. “Do you know what protection cost me? Years of being overlooked, underestimated, treated like I didn’t exist? I worked my whole life to plan my escape, to make something of myself on my own terms—and now you’re here, threatening it all.” He hesitated, then stepped closer, his voice low but earnest. “I don’t care about promises, Evelyn. I’ve always cared about you. And I’ll do whatever it takes… even if it means standing against my own family.” I shook my head, forcing back the anger and the heat that flared within me. “I don’t need your promises, Adrian. I don’t need your protection. I need my life. I need my freedom. And I refuse to let anyone, not even you, dictate it for me.” His jaw tightened, and for the first time, I saw uncertainty flicker in his eyes. “Evelyn…” “This isn’t about what you want,” I said firmly, stepping back and holding his gaze. “This is about me. About my future. And I’ve made my choice. You will have to respect it—or step aside.” A tense silence fell between us, heavy with unspoken words. And for the first time, Adrian Cross realized that I was no longer a girl to be protected. I was a woman who would fight for herself—at any cost. Evelyn Hart had spent her entire life overlooked, living in the shadow of her brilliant sister and a family that never truly believed in her. At eighteen, she planned to leave it all behind and chase her dream of becoming a model — independent, unrestrained, and in control of her own future. But fate had other plans. Adrian Cross returned — the man once promised to her sister, the boy who had silently protected her all those years, and the man she could never afford to rely on. His presence threatened everything she had carefully built, stirring emotions she had long worked to suppress. Caught between family expectations, past promises, and a dangerous attraction, Evelyn must make the ultimate choice: surrender to the life everyone expects of her… or claim her independence, no matter the cost. In a world where endurance meets courage, she will discover that true power lies not in being loved, but in standing alone.

I used to believe my life was simple. I was the son of a noble, living a sheltered and carefree life. My days were filled with study, laughter, and the comfort of knowing my future was secure. Never once did I imagine how quickly everything could be taken away. Then, on the night of my sixteenth birthday, that illusion shattered. In a single night, my world collapsed. My family was gone. My home was lost. Forced to flee with nothing but grief, a loyal steward, and my family's hidden artifact, an ancient and mysterious book, I found myself thrown into a world far crueler and more dangerous than I had ever imagined. When the ancient artifact finally responded to me, my life began to change. What I did not realize at the time was that the book was far more than a family heirloom. A force that would pull me into conflicts far beyond nations, nobles, or even the Controllers who wielded extraordinary powers. My fate had already begun moving forward and it was intertwined with something far greater than I could ever have imagined. --- More About the characters/book: Main Character: Arthur Reyes A kind-hearted and innocent young noble whose life is destroyed overnight. Forced to abandon everything he once knew, Arthur begins a journey from weakness to strength while uncovering the mysteries surrounding him and the world. Female Lead: Aelira Valenor A beautiful, strong and intelligent noble from another nation. She enters the story in the later arcs and gradually becomes one of the most important people in Arthur's life. Side Character: Charlie Arthur's loyal steward and one of the story's central characters. He is willing to stand beside Arthur no matter the danger, Charlie remains his closest companion throughout the journey. Controllers & Abilities: People known as Controllers wield powerful abilities far beyond those of ordinary people. With countless powers and countless ways to use them, Controllers stand at the center of the world's conflicts, and mysteries. Cultivation: Cultivation allows Controllers to refine their energy, master their abilities, and continuously grow stronger as they advance. Romance: Yes, but a slow one after the female lead enters the story. PS: JUST READ IT!! YOU MIGHT END UP LOVING IT.

Terra II, a world split into vast planes, where deserts stretch ceaselessly and horrors—roamed without rest. It is a land scarred by self made nightmares that never fade. The Common Era, where the concept of happiness has been abandoned. No story begins with joy, and none end with peace. One mistake—a misplaced word, a fleeting gesture—is all that it took. Strength was never the problem. You survived long enough to know that looking strong, feeling strong, and being strong are three different lies people tell themselves to keep moving. Terra is heavy. The roads are long and boundless like the deserts. And family...family—that has been stripped away. Once? Twice? no, Thrice? You’ve walked. You’ve run. You’ve shot at everything. You've seen your friends perish away, your self-made family rotting away, and how do you cover it? By carrying a carload of supplies through every kind of conceivable catastrophe. ———————— I'm pretty nervous how this version will be received and since i went for both magic and a modern setting. I'm not really good as creating things so i took inspiration from some well known media, so if it seems familiar, i tried as best i could to make it my own. but idk. Lets see, it starts to pick up the pace slowly. It's a slow born sort of thing. short ass rant, lol. Kristen out, peace.

【 Warning: Mature Content R-18 】 "To rule the world, he wanted to be a King. Fate decided he would be a Queen." *Slow-Burn TF: A detailed transformation from a lean boy to a voluptuous, devastatingly sexy beauty. *Genre: Gender Bender (Male to Female), High Fantasy, Adult, System, Harem, Incest (Cousins), R-18, Mature, Yuri (After Transformation), Domination/Submission. Alex was a disappointment. In a world ruled by powerful Gene Warriors, he was a nineteen-year-old F-rank awakener with zero talent, working in his uncle's blacksmith shop. As a fellow traveler from Earth, he dreamed of a powerful system, strength, domination, and standing at the top. But a thunderstorm in the Green Leaf Mountains changed everything. Seeking shelter in a dilapidated shrine, Alex stumbles upon a broken statue and a mysterious, silver-haired beauty who shouldn't exist. She is the Silver Serpent Empress—an ancient, predatory soul in need of a body. And she chooses him. Locked in a battle for his own body, Alex watches in horror as his rough skin molts away to reveal porcelain perfection, his muscles soften into dangerous curves, and his presence becomes a pheromone-laced trap that no one—male or female—can resist. "Stop fighting it, little vessel," the Empress whispers in his mind, her voice like honey mixed with poison. "Look at how your cousin looks at you. The City Lord wants to chain you to her bed. You have the power to bring kingdoms to their knees... all you have to do is open your legs." Alex trembled, clutching his chest where his nipples were throbbing painfully against his shirt. "I am a man! I won't be your toy!" "Are you?" she laughs. "Then why does your body tremble so sweetly when you are touched?" Alex must navigate a world where he is no longer the hunter, but the ultimate prize.

When he selected a character in a new game, he never expected to wake up inside the game world, occupying the character's body. Here, strength flows like rivers. A person can gain power by unlocking their Chakra core. These people are known as awakener. The world looks so mysterious, like out of a fairy tale book. Unbeknownst to him, the world hides a darker side, where demons and beasts roam around and slaughter people. But it was fine, he thought he simply needed to get stronger. But it all changed when he discovered that he wasn't the first person to hijack a body—and learned what happened to every possessed person. Now he must hide his identity to survive in this world. Author Note: This is my first time writing a novel, so there may be mistakes along the way. Please be patient with me! Let’s follow Mc's journey together as he explores this mysterious world of chakra, demons, and hidden identities on why he was transmigrated, and what he will do in future. Follow me on X (Twitter): @ForgetfulSolth

After watching Earth burn, Veneri, an immortal cursed with endless life, finally dies and wakes up in a world even more cruel than the one that killed him. Now reborn as Vastarael Richinaria, a prince of a famous dynasty, he’s thrust into the heart of Spheraphase, a realm broken by eternal wars, Epoch Cycles and the monstrous Krepsunas and gods. He should be powerful. He should be untouchable. But even here, happiness feels like a distant dream. Caught between ancient legacies, political warfare and a fate he's not sure he wants, Vastarael must decide: Will he rule with apathy... or become the destroyer of gods?

Two people circle each other in the quiet spaces between duty and desire—drawn together not by certainty, but by recognition. Their connection is built on pauses, on breaths held a second too long, on the way comfort slowly starts to feel dangerous. Intimacy arrives not as touch alone, but as understanding: being seen, being chosen in small, fragile moments. Yet timing is cruel. What grows between them is tender and inevitable, but never fully safe. Every closeness carries the weight of what cannot last, and every goodbye feels unfinished. Love here is not loud—it lingers, aches, and teaches them how deeply a heart can bend without breaking. It is a story of warmth found briefly, of restraint mistaken for strength, and of heartbreak that doesn’t shatter—only settles quietly, like a bruise you learn to live with.

Many talk about justice, but often it becomes an excuse for the lowest of deeds. Mark never understood the fight for what is "right." In the eyes of people, he saw only the reflection of their downfalls and si×s. But what troubled him the most was that they tried to pull him into this whirlpool, without asking for his desires. Thus began the chaos in his soul and his first coming. Mark did not renounce his fall — he acknowledged it. But where will his decision to become part of this chaos lead him? How far is he willing to go to protect his ideals? And is the game worth the candle when not only his life but also the lives of those closest to him are at stake?

A humble medical student's wondrous adventure in the world of Fairy Tail. The protagonist, Riyao, stayed up all night writing his thesis and was rewarded with a huge truckload of transmigration gifts. He was dumped in the Fairy Tail world by a treacherous goddess and was nearly starved when Makarov picked him up and took him back to the guild. Visit my Patreon to read up to 144 chapters ahead and enjoy daily updates: patreon.com/laktozlu

In a world where rank determines your worth, Adrian Vale awakened at the very bottom. F-Rank. In a single ceremony, he lost his fiancée, his status, and his freedom. Sold under the Civil Utility Act, he became a transferable asset—property in a society that worships strength. Then an S-Rank elf noblewoman purchased him. Not for love. For political marriage. Bound to the most powerful woman in the capital, Adrian is expected to remain silent, obedient, and insignificant. But the moment their hands touched, something awakened inside him—something the World Core never measured. In a society built on absolute hierarchy, he may have discovered the one flaw in the system. And the higher her rank… The stronger he becomes.

I fell from the stars and landed in the Marvel Universe—right into the chaos of the '90s, where mutants walk the streets and the world still thinks it's normal. No cosmic destiny. No hero's journey. No thirst for power or fortune. I'm not here to change the world—just to watch it burn from a safe distance... preferably with snacks. Call me a background character. A professional bystander. If the universe insists on dragging me into the spotlight, well—I'll just treat it like front-row seats to the greatest show on Earth. Why be the hero… when you can be the audience? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Heads up: This is a slice-of-life style story, so it's slow-paced and focuses on everyday moments, character growth, and subtle developments. If you're looking for fast action or high-stakes drama, this might not be your cup of tea—but if you enjoy relaxed, character-driven narratives, I hope you’ll still give it a chance!

Anthony wakes up in the gritty, neon-lit underworld of the John Wick universe with a massive target on his back. Transmigrated as the illegitimate son of Russian mob boss Viggo Tarasov, he knows his half-brother's idiotic decision to steal a retired assassin's car will soon doom the entire family. To survive the wrath of the Baba Yaga, Anthony takes matters into his own hands; eliminating his brother, hijacking the syndicate's fortune, and using a tactical combat System to level up his lethal skills. Now officially sanctioned by the terrifying High Table, Anthony must navigate a treacherous web of gold coins, Blood Oaths, and elite assassins. With the legendary John Wick as a wary foil and the High Table's Adjudicators breathing down his neck, Anthony sheds his past to forge a new mafia empire from the shadows. In a world where the rules are absolute, he intends to be the one writing them.

Join my server: https://discord.gg/aUKw3xKvMf *** Gideon Beckett, a 23-year-old man from Earth, died from illness and woke up in a deserted world ten years after the apocalypse. After saving a woman from danger, Gideon discovers he has been chosen by a mysterious system that grants him the ability to plant the [Seed of Aaru] and access an [Infinite Shop], tools capable of purifying land and rebuilding civilization from nothing. But power never comes without a price. To activate the system’s full potential, Gideon must build a harem, marry, have children, and reclaim territories occupied by the Aberrants, mutated monsters born from a failed government experiment meant to create living weapons. Now, those creatures roam the land as apex predators that survive on human flesh. As if that were not enough, Gideon’s ability to restore the world draws the attention of other factions. Survivors, warlords, and organizations all covet his power, each with their own ambitions for domination. In a world where monsters hunt humans—and humans are no less dangerous—can Gideon and his growing harem survive the coming conflicts and truly build a new civilization? Or will the rebirth of the world demand more than even his system can provide? *** Tag: Harem, system, smut, post-apocalyptic, kingdom building, impregnation, no NTR, no yaoi or yuri, oyakodon.

"Why is the Earth so different?" In the year 2085, the impossible happened: the Earth began to slow down until it stopped completely. Without an apparent reason, the planet drifted out of its orbit and began to wander through deep space. Neither the most brilliant scientists nor the most advanced AIs could find an answer as to why this was occurring. The Moon failed to follow Earth’s new path, as a result, massive tidal shifts swallowed entire continents, leaving only a fraction of humanity alive. The catastrophe deepened when, after three weeks of drifting, Earth collided with a mysterious, pitch-black planet. In the wake of the impact, more landmasses were shattered, leaving only portions of Asia and Africa intact. From the darkness of this black planet, strange entities emerged. Humanity dubbed them "Krukins", hostile, ink-black creatures that were extremely aggressive toward the survivors. Right before the Earth began its descent into chaos, a biologist was launched toward a planet near a black hole. This world, dubbed "New Earth" due to its striking similarities to our own. The biologist, Darian, was told that while ten years would pass for him on this new world, only fifty years would pass on Earth. But the calculations were wrong. It wasn’t fifty years that passed back home, it was five hundred. When Darian finally returns to Earth, he is not alone. On the alien planet, he found a small creature capable of fusing with him, granting him the power of ice. He returns five centuries late to find a world he no longer recognizes, a planet overrun by Krukins. Standing amidst the ruins of his home, Darian cannot believe his eyes. Daily Chapters at 5:00 PM (Italy Time / CET) (For global readers: 4:00 PM UTC / 11:00 AM EST)

Chapters and Release: Release days: Everyday Release time: 3pm UTC Status: Unedited. (Will edit after main story conclusion. Specifically from the start.) *** Synopsis: A fifteen years-old schoolgirl comes across a woman who was handing out leaflets for a confidential competition. Unknown to her, the competition took her out of Earth and into another dimension where she has to struggle to find clues behind why multiple worlds are having to be destroyed. The competition forces her to meet unknown entities who are both, good and bad. Sometimes, they would work for her and other times, they would work against her. The universe she goes to, causes her endless suffering until she finally solves the issue and head back to Earth. But that too, is of uncertainty. *** (Prologue) The dream of a child, is to grow up. While the dream of an adult, is to become a kid again. The dream of a poor person, is to be so wealthy and powerful, that the whole city would know their names. While the dream of a businessman, is to get the time in a day to sit and talk to his family for a second. Meanwhile, the dream of a missing or abducted person, is to go back home, to their family. And the dream of a teenager, is to simply be able to survive everything they are going through. Sometimes, people don't even know which category they belong to and move the way life moves them. Sometimes, they find a new path which leads them to even more difficulty. And in other times, they accept the hard truth, and choose to die. Thinking about the number of things that could happen instead, made her feel even more guilty for not listening to the advice of never wandering off alone. Now, she is homesick with extreme pressure of trying to grow strong, surpressing her from different direction. A normal fifteen years-old schoolgirl, comes across an opportunity to escape the hateful life she was leading. But the question is, was it really worst compared to the new life she was living? The competition grants her the things she wanted, but did it not have her pay the price for her choice? But of course, her reply would be, "I just accidentally joined it. It's no big deal compared to Earth." They are told that the worlds are all just novels they had read back at Earth, but if it were really true, why are certain things not matching with what seemed to be true in the novel compared to its world? As reckless she was, she got summoned into a different dimension where it was clearly uncertain whether she would ever be able to return back to Earth, to her previous life. But the more she got closer to Earth, the more the route got covered in blades. Turns out, the only way back, is to sacrifice the things that made her happy, and go on harsh adventures across the entire universe, while suffering threats from powerful enemies coming from the competition. (Author's note: I plan on making things more emotionally intense in the future.)

Mon\Thu - 2 new chapters. Reality is not as stable as it seems. There are moments—brief, almost impossible to notice—when something shifts. A hallway feels longer than before. A sound arrives too late. A memory no longer fits where it should. Most people ignore these fractures in reality. Juson cannot. After a series of disturbing incidents begin to follow him, buried memories slowly resurface—fragments of a past he cannot fully remember, tied to a hidden existence surrounding entities known as Omizans. As strange blue particles begin appearing around him and reality itself starts to distort, Juson is drawn toward a truth connected not only to his forgotten past… but to his own son, Herik. The deeper he searches, the more unstable the world around him becomes. And as the boundary between dimensions begins to tear apart, one question continues to haunt him— Were these memories taken from him… or did he choose to bury them himself?