mystery

A man enters the Realm of the "Other Shore".

There are moments in life when the sky seems too far away to touch, when the distance between who you are and who you once dreamed of becoming stretches like an endless winter night. Akio Hukitaske knows that distance all too well. At thirty-two, Akio has become a ghost haunting his own existence—a game designer lost among Tokyo's endless neon, rain-slick streets, sleepless convenience stores, and computer screens that glow long after the world has gone quiet. Deadlines blur together. Days become weeks. Weeks become years. Somewhere between caffeine crashes and empty mornings, he abandoned the dream that once gave his life meaning. As a child, Akio wanted to become a pharmacist. He wanted to help people. To heal suffering. To give hope where there seemed to be none. But dreams can fade when life becomes too heavy to carry. Then, on a snowy night, everything changes. Drunk and stumbling through a deserted alley, Akio encounters a mysterious stranger whose calm eyes seem to know far more than they should. Before he can understand what is happening, a needle pierces his neck. Then—darkness. When Akio awakens, the world has become impossible. His hands are smaller. His room belongs to a childhood he thought he'd left forever. And the mirror reveals the cruelest truth of all: He is fourteen again. A mad scientist's experiment has given him an impossible second chance—a regression that has returned his youth while leaving behind thirty-two years of memories, regrets, failures, and pain. Now Akio must walk through a second chance at life, facing new classrooms, new friendships, new expectations, and new mistakes that shape the person he will, become. And perhaps that is both his greatest advantage and his greatest burden. Because changing his life isn't as simple as knowing what went wrong. Life still hurts. Society still demands more than people can give. Old wounds still bleed beneath many smiles. Yet, among the chaos of his second life, Akio encounters people who refuse to let him disappear. With their help, he begins reaching toward the dream he buried long ago—not to erase his past, but to understand life better. To heal. To forgive himself. And perhaps, finally, to become the pharmacist he always dreamed of being. "Becoming My Dream Pharmacist!" Is a story of regret, friendship, healing, and redemption—a journey where an impossible second chance collides with the painfully ordinary struggles of moving forward. Sometimes, you don't need to change the entire world. Sometimes, you just need one more chance to reach for the sky.

The story of someone whose life, she hopes could get better.

[Trigger Warning: This semi dark fantasy romance contains few mature themes.] SYNOPSIS: •A WORLD BUILT ON LIES• Long ago, humans lived unaware of the supernatural beings hidden among them—werewolves with their primal instincts, witches whispering spells in the dark, and elves with their ancient, watchful eyes. For centuries, they coexisted in fragile silence. Then, everything shattered. Near the shadow-drenced woods of the Shadow pack kingdom, human traveler stumbled upon a gruesome scene: an old woman’s lifeless body, her skin ashen, her wounds gaping like accusations. A few paces away lay a dead werewolf, its throat ripped open, its muzzle still flecked with blood. The truth was undeniable—monsters walked among them. Fear ignited war. Humans, armed with fire and steel, hunted the supernatural races. Witches and elves were dragged into the slaughter, their homes burned, their people butchered. The bloodshed raged until King Alfred V of the Amethyst Kingdom stood before the four Werewolf Kings—Silverhowl, Crimsonheart, Shadow, and Atlassian —and offered a deal drenched in poison. A sacrifice for peace. Every twenty years, each human family would surrender a daughter to the werewolves. And in return, the future Alpha Kings must wed a human—or the war would reignite. The werewolves agreed. The witches and elves retreated, their hatred festering like an open wound. The world remained fractured, its peace a fragile lie. --- •THE PROPHECY OF FIRE• In the hidden Blaze Tribe, where crimson eyes burned like embers, the seer Prophetia foresaw annihilation. "Our people will fall," she rasped, her voice trembling. "But from the ashes, a girl will rise—the one who will bring true peace… and the one they will slaughter for it." The tribe made a desperate pact. They would cast a spell—a curse of forgotten memory—erasing their existence from the world’s mind. Their souls would be the price, but their legacy would live on in Ovelia, the child of prophecy. The night the Blaze Tribe fell, Ovelia’s parents hid her in the whispering forest, their hands shaking as they sealed a goddess—Firera—inside her infant body. Then, they turned to face their doom. --- •FATE’S CRUEL WHISPER• Ace Draven—half-werewolf, half-witch prince of Silverhowl—had never believed in destiny. Until he found a crying infant in the forest. His wolf, Fenrir, howled in recognition. A crimson thread shimmered between them—mates. But Firera, watching from within Ovelia’s soul, snarled. "She’s a child. This is too soon." With a flick of her wrist and spell, she tore the memory from Ace’s mind, leaving only an empty ache in his chest. --- •TWENTY YEARS LATER: A SACRIFICE IGNITES• Ovelia has spent her life as a slave, raised by the cruel mayor of Timberline Village—a man who would gladly sacrifice her to spare his own daughter. The night of the sacrifice, the air reeks of damp earth and iron. Torches flicker as the werewolves emerge from the shadows. And then—Ace Draven steps forward. Their eyes meet. Fenrir *howls*. Ace’s claws unsheathe, his breath ragged. He doesn’t understand why his wolf is clawing at his ribs, why his pulse hammers at the sight of this stranger. But the bond between them burns hotter than vengeance. Ovelia doesn’t know him. He doesn’t recognize her. And yet, their souls scream in unison.

Hayjin was just an ordinary young man in an indifferent London, trapped between a failing university life and a mysterious, persistent pain in his neck. But one night, in a dark alley, his life ends brutally... only to begin again elsewhere. ​Waking up in the body of a ten-year-old child in the wild world of Alius, Hayjin finds himself at the center of an ancient cult that calls him their "Instrument." Thus begins a desperate flight through bioluminescent forests and forgotten lands, where the line between reality and nightmare shatters. Hunted by shadows that speak his language and guided by a dark power burning on his skin, Hayjin must uncover the secret of his Mark before the world of Alius consumes him forever.

He didn't expect it, out of nowhere his life changed. Now he was inside the last TV showed he had ever watched You! That wasn't it though he was also in the body of none other than Jo Goldberg with a system that....well he wasn't sure if it was really helpful or not.

This is a collection of urban horror and supernatural stories. Each tale unfolds in familiar corners of the city, yet hides chilling truths that will send shivers down your spine. Within these pages, you will meet an old man downstairs feeding ants, only to discover the insects spelling out terrifying secrets. You will cross paths with a woman walking her dog at three in the morning, her silent puppy casting an eerie shadow. You will witness quilts on the rooftop moving on their own, and children’s slides creaking in the dead of night with no one around. These strange occurrences happen all around us: an elevator signaling overload even when you’re alone, an extra step appearing in the basement, a window across the street where someone seems to be always watching, and a mysterious vibration in your pocket late at night. Every ordinary moment may conceal unexplainable, unnatural phenomena. These are not distant legends. They are urban horror stories unfolding right beside you. When you walk home alone at night, when your reflection in the mirror acts strange, when you hear a sound that shouldn’t be there — remember this: Once you notice something, you can never unsee it. Open this book, and let these urban tales fill you with bone-deep cold and lingering dread.

Xin Huohuo is very unlucky; she accidentally brought home two freeloaders, and they're even seriously picky eaters. What's the use of being handsome! Can you pay with your face? Can you use it for mobile pay? What's more, she also attracted a sinister character, along with a long trail of ghosts. A black-bellied, money-loving girl + a goofy, violent guy + a stone-faced, sharp-tongued guy; the shady dealings of these three rascals. Eighth Lord: (Mysteriously) "Life and death are all gifts from life itself..." Seventh Lord: (Impatiently) "What does that mean? I don't understand plain talk!" A certain Lord: (With a deadpan face) "Everyone, go to hell! Hmm, the girl stays." Xin Huohuo: (About to cry) "This is the ultimate meaning of 'the early worm gets eaten by the bird'!"

Modern forensic doctor Xu Jing transmigrates into an arrogant, reckless woman who just got divorced by her husband. Facing such a pitiful start, Xu Jing remains calm, understanding that life must go on. One day, The Minister of the Ministry of Justice, Xiao Yi, comes to Anping County for official business. A Government Official brings a woman in, but she remains unflustered, looking up calmly to say: "This common woman requests to prove her innocence." Xiao Yi is shocked to find that his ex-wife not only has a changed personality but also can perform autopsies and solve cases. Her medical skills are extraordinarily impressive. Xiao Yi can't stay calm and personally visits Xu Jing to request an autopsy. Xu Jing: "Sure, an autopsy costs one silver." Xiao Yi: "..."

THE GAME OF ASCENSION (Phase I — The Pikra War) The world was never ruled by kings. It was ruled by players. Two figures move civilizations like pieces on a cosmic chessboard: The Misunderstood Revolutionary. The Exiled Prodigy. And humanity is caught between them. What begins through the eyes of an ordinary side character slowly unfolds into a war spanning factions, dimensions, forgotten histories, and godlike beings known as the Asuras — ancient enemies of the Devas who once shook existence itself. At the center of it all stands one monster among men: Kae The man called the smartest human alive. The Seventh Asura Community Ruler. The greatest disciple of the legendary Gomo Taka. A being so terrifyingly gifted that he was considered worthy of leading the Immortalus Society at the age of fifty — a position even prodigies spend centuries chasing. But genius alone does not create monsters. Kae controls civilizations from the shadows, raising kingdoms and destroying nations for a single purpose: To ensure he always has enough pawns. To some, he is a savior. To others, the greatest threat in history. And the worst part? He might actually be right. As wars intensify and truths begin collapsing, one realization becomes unavoidable: The Pikra War was never the end. It was merely the opening move. --- What to Expect Multiple protagonists and shifting POVs Psychological warfare and political manipulation Cosmic power systems and ancient factions Morally grey characters Mastermind vs mastermind conflicts Large-scale wars and strategic battles Long-term mysteries and foreshadowing Villains who feel terrifyingly human --- In this game, there are no heroes. Only players. And pieces waiting to realize they were never free. ---

Zoe Sawyer was a struggling, unknown web novelist. After pulling an all-nighter, she discovered that something seemed a little off about her. Behind the door was actually a crime scene? And she was face-to-face with the murderer? The police officer who arrived after she called for help also had a handsome, yet cold, face. She had thought it was just a special case, but unexpectedly, this "golden finger" brought her considerable trouble—opening a door randomly matches you with a crime scene! From time to time, she'd come face-to-face with all sorts of brutal murderers. Using the nature of her "golden finger," Zoe Sawyer became such a thorn in the side of criminals that they dreaded her and at the same time they were dying to get rid of her. Later... Zoe Sawyer: "I've found a crime scene, it's a bit gruesome. You guys, hurry over." Zoe Sawyer: "I've surrounded a factory with several criminals inside. A Second-Class Merit is right there for the taking, get here quick!" And later still, it was. Zoe Sawyer: "Merit, location, hurry!"

In a world running rampant with evil spirits and demonic entities, the imperial court established the “Xuanqing Guards” to oversee the realm, eradicate treachery, and slay evil to uphold the righteous path. Shen Hao transmigrated into this world. It took him four years to climb from an ordinary foot soldier in the Xuanqing Guards to the rank of Small Banner Commander. However, given his complete lack of background and connections, taking another step up the ranks was virtually impossible. One day, he suddenly discovered a dragon residing within his body—the Ancestor of All Dragons, an entity that fed on the souls of the living and the spirits of immortals! Whenever he slew an enemy, this dragon would emerge, tempting him to devour the opponent’s soul, demonic core, or evil nucleus. Consequently, his cultivation base began to skyrocket at an insane pace. …… Shen Hao: “I was just solving cases… how did I become invincible?”

Good news: You've transmigrated! And you have a phenomenally powerful master! Bad news: When you were ten, your master ran off and left his wife behind, leaving you to prop up the crumbling sect all by yourself. Good news: An uninvited junior sister shows up, claiming to be the number one beauty in the world! Bad news: You were born blind. Good news: Suddenly, one day, you realize you have regained your sight! Bad news: Something is wrong with your junior sister… Something is wrong with your master's wife… Something is wrong with all of them! … You Su , who had always been a blind man, wakes up one day to see giant tentacles dripping with copper-green slime writhing restlessly all around him. He traces the tentacles back to their source—the entity wearing that snow-white, celestial dress is no holy fairy maiden, but a shifting grotesque mass of filthy flesh. … “You can see?” “Don't be afraid, Fairy. I'm blind.”

Check Out: I Am Not A Pro Fourteen years ago, the youngest daughter of the legendary Sunaina family disappeared. A tragedy, a mystery.A family drama big enough to make an entire mansion run out of tissues. The Sunaina family searched everywhere for their lost child. And after 14 long years,They finally found her.The only problem? They expected a cute little daughter who would run into their arms crying.Instead, they found Maya. -------★★------ Maya is an orphan living quietly in a small rented house in the countryside. She has no money. No powerful background no legendary bloodline. At least, that's what she thinks. She has no idea her birth certificate is basically a hidden treasure map.She is just trying to survive her ordinary life. Unfortunately...the universe looked at her peaceful existence and said: "That seems too easy. Let's add some chaos." --------- One day at school, Maya meets Mahi Sunaina—the terrifyingly influential head of the Sunaina family. Everything seems normal. Until Maya notices the bracelet on Mahi's hand.Her only thought was: "I think I am doomed." Wait a minute... why does this feel like a suspiciously important plot device? And just like that...Her quiet life ends. 'Congratulations, Maya.' You have unlocked the 'Secret Rich Family Daughter' achievement. Rewards include: - Confused relatives. - Endless family drama. - And absolutely no peaceful days. ---------- The Sunaina family finally gets their missing daughter back.But they soon realize something terrifying. The little girl they lost 14 years ago is gone, the person standing before them is someone completely different. Maya is intelligent, she is suspicious of everyone.Her trust level is lower than a villain's chance of staying dead after a dramatic final battle. The family wanted their daughter back. They got a mystery instead. ______ This world may look like a beautiful romance fantasy. A world filled with destiny, miracles and characters who somehow always meet at the perfect dramatic moment. But Maya knows the truth, She knows how this story ends. So, she has one simple response:"No." -------- From now on, everyone is a piece on the board. Family members? Potential allies. Enemies? Potential problems. People with suspicious smiles? Definitely problems. -------- Maya doesn't want to be a hero. Unfortunately, fate has other plans. And fate has never learned that forcing a stubborn person into a story usually creates a bigger disaster. ★★★★★★ NOTE : Attention, dear readers. Before you start searching for romance, love triangles or a collection of handsome characters fighting for Maya's attention........Please stop. The romance department has been permanently closed. The harem application form has been lost, rejected and permanently deleted. Please do not send requests; she is already busy managing disasters. TAG: Female MC SCHEDULE: 1–2 Chapters / Week CHAPTER LENGTH: 3000–4500 words ----------- WARNING: Maya is not a hero. She is not a perfect angel who forgives everyone after one emotional speech. She is not the kind of protagonist who sees someone crying and immediately says, "Don't worry, I will save you!" Her first thought is more likely: "How is this my problem?" She is cynical, complicated, and definitely not a walking sunshine generator. She may even make you ask: "Am I supposed to support her plan or call someone?" If you want a sweet protagonist who helps everyone in trouble......This is probably not your cup of tea. But if you want to watch a girl with a complicated past challenge destiny, family drama, and the ridiculous rules of a fantasy world....Welcome. The chaos begins here. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ I am a new writer, so please forgive any spelling or grammar mistakes. I am still learning, improving, and trying to make this story better with every chapter.Writing a story is easy...Until grammar appears as the final boss. I hope you enjoy the chaos.

What if Petunia left Harry at an Orphanage? What if Potters never died? What if Wizards and Magic was not the only secret of the world. Harry has faced multiple tragedies, With some resulting in consequences far beyond anyone’s imagination. This is the story of Detectives and Mysteries of Magic and Ancient entities. This is the story Detective Harry M.O.T.H. And his adventures. (All characters of Canon belongs to JK Rowling. All OCs belongs to me).

Crossing into a wasteland ravaged by Infected Bodies and constant natural disasters, Cheng Ye becomes an Inspector at the border of Happiness City. Every survivor wanting to join Happiness City must be thoroughly questioned and inspected to prevent Infected Bodies from infiltrating. But soon, Cheng Ye realizes these Infected Bodies are nothing like he imagined! Here, there are Death Language Tentacles that can bring people back to life, surviving through sheer will. There are Death Dandelions that can instantly cover a two-kilometer radius, infecting everything in its range. There is a Fiery Sunflower that releases biological deconstructive rays, melting everything. And also, the Laughing Mandrake that becomes stronger by making creatures laugh... What? You want me to inspect these monsters? With a special Civilization Collector. Chen can search and replicate their information, items, skills, attributes, abilities, facilities...

Traveling through American Comics, Su Ming changes from an ordinary person to a world-famous mercenary and assassin. Just when he tries to get some information of this world, he encounters another Deathstroke.

Twelve men and women of various identities are invited to enter the New World. Here, they not only have to decide their lifestyle through proposal voting but also continually participate in life-and-death games to extend their visa time. Once the visa is expired, they would die immediately. Lin Sizhi is one of them, and the designer of these life-and-death games.

Luo Qiu became the boss of a ‘club’ by chance. It was a weird club that sold strange items, assisted by a servant girl with 300 years of work experience. Countless people with dreams, hopes and ambitions came to the club, exchanging everything precious they owned just to fulfill their desires. They would offer their lifespan, items, and even their soul. Each successful trade would increase Luo Qiu’s lifespan by a little. “Tribute successful, your lifespan has increased by 99 years.” Thus, Luo Qiu began his endless life as the club’s boss.

This is a story about Tanng Xiaoquan, an ordinary person who tries to survive in this apocalypse without any golden fingers and systems. It's all about human nature.