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In the bustling city of Tokyo, where people pass each other unnoticed, Kaito Renji harbors a secret that cannot be ignored... He has no shadow. Living an ordinary life with his parents and sister, Kaito hides behind a fake smile, pretending to be normal in a world that shows no mercy to those who are different. But when a series of strange murders spreads across the city and an inhuman creature appears in the darkest corners, the truth begins to crawl toward him—just like the insects that creep through the cracks. In a world devoured by betrayal and deadly secrets, the shadow may be the enemy… or the key. As Kaito’s true identity comes to light, he realizes Tokyo is not just a city—but a vast web of lies. And he was never truly human… but something the insects have followed in silence all along. When the darkness begins to move, no one escapes without losing a piece of their soul.

In the heart of Umuaka village, where old gods still walk at midnight, love is both a blessing and a curse… Amaka Nwosu is the last daughter of Chief Nwosu’s sprawling household of ten wives and twenty-five children. Beautiful, sharp-tongued, and burdened with secrets, she hides a painful truth: her mother died mysteriously at midnight by the river, a death whispered to be the work of a forbidden charm. Into her world steps Chike Obi — a rich Lagos heir disguised as a poor farmer. Tired of fake city girls, he comes to Umuaka seeking a true wife, but finds himself entangled in a web of family rivalries, deadly superstitions, and a love that might cost him his life. In Umuaka, no one walks near the river at 12:00 midnight — that is when the water goddess comes out to play. Those who see her never return. The villagers whisper about the Evil Forest, secret charms, and a prophecy linking Amaka to the goddess herself. As Chike and Amaka’s bond deepens, ancient laws awaken, jealous rivals plot, and a hidden power stirs within Amaka. To survive, they must uncover the truth about her mother’s death, outwit deadly stepmothers, and face the goddess of Midnight Waters herself. Romance. Betrayal. Myth. Family. A forbidden love that defies gods and men. Will Chike’s secret identity destroy their fragile bond? Or will Amaka’s bloodline claim him as its next sacrifice?

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In a world where MegaFauna crawl through interdimensional Gates and Cities run on ancient steam engines, chaos and (not so great) comedy collide in Past Life Hunter- a wild, slow-burning, genre-bending epic where nothing is sacred, everything is extra, and EVERY trope gets ‘lovingly’ mentioned. Enter Delphina de Velasques, Sword Master, Ducal Lady, full-time Hunter, and of course, the Otome Villainess. Accompanied by a chaotic party, including a mysterious man who emerged safely from one of the Gates. Delphina will battle immense monstrosities, navigate dysfunctional Guild (and Noble) politics, and endure side-quests to survive the system’s BS and maybe, save the world in the process. Equal parts parody and homage, this Epic Fantasy is a love letter to webnovel readers who want action, skills, and just the right amount of emotional damage (and murder). Warning: Contains strong female leads, weak men who learn, heavy & potentially triggering topics. Read responsibly. Feel free to support me further and receive hidden benefits on both Patreon & Kofi (PastLifeHunter). Available with more chapters at NovelReads.club and Royal Road!

A man is transmigrated from our world into the body of one 14 years old Hikigaya Hachiman while he is in middle school , watch as he makes his way from being a loner to be the best novelist and writer of his time . " Mr Hachiman , you are not even 20 years old yet, but you have already published so many mystery novels, and each of them has sold over a million copies. You are revered as a once-in-a-century mystery novel genius. Where do you get such endless ideas? " " I don't think I'm a genius. I just use the time that others spend partying and dating to write. " Hikigaya Hachiman replied. " But Mr. Hachiman , there are always some rumors that there are always many girls around you. " " Well , those aren't really rumors, but I don't think they'll affect my writing. " I’m a newcomer and I’m looking forward to seeing your advice. Add it to your collection and comment to tell me your thoughts about it . This is a Translation. Read 20 chapters in advance on pateron : patreon.com/UrbanQuill

In a world where Gods choose their champions, power is everything. Each Slayer owes their strength to a divine sponsor—Zeus, Odin, Gabriel—blessed and glorified in the public eye. Adrian Kade had none. No sponsor. No power. Just a confident boy trapped in a school built for legends. But when a gate devours his class and he’s left bleeding, abandoned, and moments from death— a voice answers him. Not divine. Not holy. It calls itself Luciro, the Demon God—ruler of sins and disasters, the fallen who defied heaven. That day, Adrian awakens not as a chosen of light, but as the heir to ruin itself. Armed with the Demon God System, he’ll carve through gates, gods, and false heroes alike. Because in this world of divine champions… the era of gods ends, and the reign of demons begins.

In the shadowed city of Valenbruck, where ancient vampire clans and secretive human factions wage a hidden war, one man’s fate blurs the line between monster and savior. “In a world cloaked in shadows, only fire can reveal the truth.” Sebastian was an ordinary citizen, unaware of the darkness lurking beneath his world — until he was kidnapped, experimented upon, and transformed into a weapon in a ruthless campaign by the enigmatic High Humans. Now cursed with immortal hunger, hunted by allies and enemies alike, Sebastian’s only hope is to reclaim his stolen humanity. “Blood binds them. Ash covers their past. Fate will decide their future.” Caught between blood and ash, puppeteers and rebels, he must navigate treacherous alliances, unravel ancient secrets, and confront a shadowy mastermind whose grip threatens to consume all life. “When darkness falls, the fight for humanity begins.” Veil of Blood and Ash is a gripping tale of identity, power, and survival set in a world where trust is as fragile as life itself — and the fight for freedom burns brighter than any darkness. “Beneath the veil, war and secrets burn fiercely.” In a realm where the past is suffocated by ash and the future is written in blood, “Between blood and ash, a broken soul must rise.” *** A/N: Since English Is Not My First Language So, If You See Any Grammar Errors Or Typing Errors , Make Sure To Warn Me! One More Thing, I Haven't Decided Yet Whether This Novel Will Have A Harem Ending Or Not, So Feel Free To Give Me Suggestions After Reading The Novel About Whether It’s Necessary. *** Thank You To All For Your Support.

#MetaFiction #ReaderSpectator #CosmicHorror #CunningProtagonist #UnreliableNarrator #HiddenPotential #MetaCosmic #Introspective #PerceptualRealism #MindDimension #TimeDimension #ElementalHorror #PerceptualRift #MetaEmbracing #PsychologicalThriller #UrbanFantasy #DarkFantasy #Philosophical #Slowburn #Mr.S (Mr. Spectator) Ezra Graves is cursed with sight that no human should bear. From the port where the city burns to the warm glow of families he has never met, his nights are haunted by lives that are not his own. Each morning, his black eyes reflect something emptier, something darker, as though his reflection itself does not belong to him. What begins as strange dreams reveals itself as the truth, throughout the journey to witness Myths and Madness and cosmic horrors, Ezra realizes that, he is a "Spectator of Existence." In his private dimension, he can peer into the choices of others, simulate their minds, and witness time itself splinter into past and future. Yet the more he watches, the more he feels the threads tightening. “Yet at last, with his perception, he becomes ‘Mr. Spectator’.” “Yet you all know... I know the story... but I still let my author lead.” And in the end, one truth remains: “You’re not just a reader of this story … You’re a Spectator. So watch.”

When a prideful—rowdy college senior gets the chance of a lifetime, he takes it with enthusiasm. Unfortunately, on the way to claim his prize, he’s brutally murdered in a robbery gone wrong. But instead of death—he found himself reborn in a world of mystery and wonder. A blend of the early 20th century and the late medieval period. Now known in this new world as Alexander von Daname, he’s living the dream as a noble. However, fate is a fickle mistress.

Blind eyes see no lies. As above, so below. as within, so without. What happens when Elijah meets something that shouldn't be where it is? And what exactly happened to Whinney last night. We'll see.

Born an orphan and raised by two sisters in the secluded Village, Li Tianlan lived a humble life in a small villasge he was gentle by heart, loyal to a fault — yet selfish when it came to protecting those few he called his own. But fate is cruel to those who believe in peace. When a mysterious calamity destroys everything, he cherishes, Tianlan’s heart shatters, and his soul awakens a force beyond mortal comprehension — a fragment of power that whispers of forgotten bloodlines and celestial secrets. Guided by dreams of a world unseen, Tianlan steps into the path of cultivation, where gods and demons wage silent wars across realms. As he grows stronger, he learns that every truth he uncovers carries a price… and that his very existence may be tied to a betrayal older than time itself. Between heaven and earth, compassion and vengeance, Li Tianlan must choose: Will he remain the boy who once protected his sisters — or embrace the legacy buried within him and become the storm that shatters the heavens? In a realm where immortality demands sacrifice, he will pierce Beyond the Mortal Veil — and unearth Truths Buried in Eternity. Let’s see his journey as he uncovers his and the world secrets and sees different realms and different places which will mesmerize all beyond imagination.

In a kingdom shrouded in mystery, Ella, a young woman with unknown powers, discovers she's the last living heir of an ancient bloodline. As darkness threatens to consume the Kingdom, Ella must master her powers and confront her destiny to save the realm. with the help of a mysterious Ally, Maeve, Ella navigate dangerous royal politics, hidden passages, and ancient artifacts to claim her rightful place and defeat the forces of darkness.

Jazz, a Soul Warden, is sent into the living world to uncover the cause behind the sudden halt of souls descending into the Nether for judgment. Promised a reward he cannot refuse, Jazz accepts an impossible task, one that will decide the fate of both realms. With the Nether on the brink of collapse and reality itself beginning to crumble, he races against time to find the truth. In a world he had long left behind, Jazz must face buried secrets, haunting fears, and battles against beasts, lost souls, and entities far greater than he ever imagined. To restore balance, he must succeed, before everything falls to ruin.

In a world set in Victorian steampunk era, a young man named Sammy starts to doubt his entire life after a horrifying incident. He starts to trace back his life which results in his shocking past being revealed. Follow the journey of Sammy as he adventures in a world full of horror, mysteries and dark elements.

Morganael Filver and his family finds out an violet colored book, Uncle Marx was shocked that the prophecy he heard about is coming true -- After Morganael read the first page and closed the book hard enough to make the prophecy come true, the book started showing it's magic, the time had sped up by hundred times, day and night were just in a split second, this lasted for two minutes -- and when it stopped, the world was changed, it was already in a new solar system orbiting a same earth-like planet but much bigger. Stay connected to know what happens next!

Transmigrated into the world of Genshin Impact, Han Feng obtained the [God-Tier Manga Shop System]. As long as he welcomed a certain number of customers, he would receive exclusive rewards. With the help of manga from his past life provided by the system, his shop quickly took Teyvat by storm! Venti: “Ahehe~ When will I finally pull that Foodie Tablecloth? I’m so broke I can’t even afford soup!” Zhongli: “The Ultraman manga from your store is truly fascinating. I’ve already begun constructing an Ultraman statue in Liyue.” Ningguang: “With the Peace Star, my Jade Chamber can finally cover all seven nations!” Klee: “Jix’s bombs are amazing! Blowing up fish is the most fun ever!” Lumine: “Boss, the manga here is so good. I don’t even feel like looking for my brother anymore. What should I do?” ~-------- 65+ advance chapters on Patreon: patreon.com/YonkoSlayer

Traveling into the world of Genshin Impact—and of all places, ending up in Snezhnaya, which hasn’t even been released yet. A catastrophic start… but luckily, he received the gaze of an Aeon. With a single punch, he shattered a Fatui Debt Collector. With three punches, he brought down the Captain. As the knight’s helmet in the Captain’s hand crunched beneath Su Ran’s palm— The voice of the Tsaritsa rang out in sorrow: “Please… spare him.” Su Ran smirked. “Beg me?” The Tsaritsa whispered, “I beg you… please, spare him.” Looking up at the familiar figure upon the throne, he finally loosened his grip. ~------- visit my pa treon for 30+ advanced chapters: pat reon .com/YonkoSlayer

In the magical continent of Eldara, strength is everything. Warriors and Mages are celebrated as the pinnacle of power, Knights defend kingdoms with honor, and Healers are quietly respected. At the very bottom of the hierarchy lie the Beast Tamers — students who can command creatures through empathy and willpower, scorned by society as weak and useless. Seventeen-year-old Lyn Ashveil carries the Crest of a Tamer, and the academy’s halls are filled with ridicule at his very presence. But when a mysterious shadow beast bonds with him, Lyn discovers a hidden power thought long extinct — a power that could challenge the very foundations of Eldara’s rigid class system. Thrown into trials, adventures, and unexpected romances, Lyn must navigate rivalries, uncover secrets buried deep in Eldara’s history, and prove that even the lowest-ranked class can shape the fate of the world. Full of action, magic, humor, and heart, Tamer’s Rebellion: The Forgotten Bond is a journey of friendship, love, and self-discovery — where one underestimated boy might just awaken the creatures and legends of old.

Betrayed in a life of silk and shadows, Lady Evelina’s final vow echoed through time: “If not in this life, then in the next—I will find you.” Centuries later, Aria Gray wakes from haunting dreams of poison, betrayal, and a pair of storm-gray eyes. She dismisses them as nightmares… until she meets Damian Hart, a man whose gaze feels achingly familiar. As fragments of a past life bleed into the present, Aria is torn between fear and desire, between the wounds of betrayal and the pull of destiny. Someone once ended her life to keep her from him. Now, that same darkness stirs again—threatening to repeat history. Can love truly defy time, or will fate demand the same cruel price? A tale of reincarnation, timeless devotion, and the courage to rewrite destiny.

This story is about a world where internal energy is the base of power. And to what extent one can use it, people are classified into three categories. Cultivators, Aurans and Mages. But the world soon faces a critical situation where humanity is at the brink of extinction. But there is hope. Though only a sparkle at the moment, it may soon turn into a beacon. And that sparkle of hope is a lone hunter. A hunter who watched all his loved ones die before his very eyes… who witnessed humanity being pushed to the edge of extinction… To save humanity, he is given one last chance. A chance to return to the past. A chance to awaken the power hidden inside him. Something dangerous… but necessary. Can he awaken it? Can he wield it for the sake of everyone? Can he save humanity? Can he protect the ones he failed before? If you are looking for a story with an overpowered MC who climbs the ladder to the peak, awakens the power already within, then this book is for you. Let’s dive into Derek’s second chance at life. Discord server: https://discord.gg/MPHevYxYR4