mystery

Uma Musume: The Dark Trainer

〈Obey the Rules.〉 Zaria, Han, and Rika are three unlicensed teenagers chasing one goal: become official Kaitansha and conquer Japan’s infamous dungeons. But their first illegal exploration ends in disaster. After breaking the dungeon’s 〈Rules〉, they are thrown to Floor 500 with no exit, no backup, and no chance of survival—until the legendary Kaitansha, Omariro Nyugawa, appears. Saved from the dungeon, the trio is not saved from punishment. To avoid imprisonment, they are given one impossible condition: Clear the 10,000th Floor of a dungeon. With no other choice, the children are forced to rely on Omariro once again. He teaches them how to read the rules, survive the penalties, face the bosses, and endure a world where one mistake means death. But the deeper they descend, the clearer it becomes. The dungeons are not only testing the children. The rules, penalties, floors, bosses, and enemies all point toward one target. Omariro Nyugawa. The past he buried is rising again. The sins he left behind are coming to collect. And while he raises the next generation, the strongest dungeon hunter must face the darkness that has been waiting for his return. Omariro Nyugawa is the strongest dungeon hunter. And now, he must raise the next generation.

Aether Moirai was never meant to be free. Born from the final spark of the Abyss—a forgotten god’s last act of rebellion—he is the last vessel, a boy whose powers grow stronger the more his mind fractures. Bound by the Codex, a system that can rewrite history itself, Aether is hunted by worlds that fear what he might become. The Infinite Library has always been his home—a labyrinth between worlds where every book is a living realm, and every story is a battlefield. But when the tales begin to warp, birthing monsters and rewriting entire histories, even the Library’s endless shelves can’t protect him. To survive, Aether must step into dangerous books where myths breathe, legends bleed, and the wrong choice can erase you from existence. Each journey brings him closer to the truth of his creation—and the author who penned his fate. But the corruption doesn’t stay contained. As the stories unravel, their chaos seeps into the real world—kingdoms clash with empires that never existed, myths walk beside mortals, and reality itself begins to fray. In the end, the Library isn’t just collapsing into itself. It’s dragging every world down with it. And some stories brought by it could end the world in seconds. So can someone like him, survive in such a world. Even more, try and rule it?

Ryo Kenzaki was good at being invisible. Just another high schooler, keeping his head down and waiting for each day to end. Then a star fell from the sky. When Ryo pulls a dying woman from the crater it leaves behind, he learns the world he knows is already breaking. Beyond it lies the Hunting Realm—a place where monsters are born from fallen Hunters, and something is beginning to push through. Hunted by a creature he cannot understand, Ryo is dragged to a sanctuary between worlds and forced into a choice that was never really his: take up a Kizugami, a living blade forged from wounds, or die before dawn. But the blade doesn’t obey. It judges. As the weapon begins to search his soul, Ryo is pulled into a war he never asked to join—one shadowed by an impossible Eye in the sky, a relentless Kaimon on his trail, and an ending that may already have been decided. Ryo never wanted to be a Hunter. But if becoming one is the only way to protect what remains, he’ll have to answer a far more dangerous question: When the world strips everything from him, can he still stand as himself once more? Character Art by @_iamskiddy

“Have you ever wished that a truck would hit you and you would transmigrate into a world filled with swords and magic? Perhaps you wished that you would be a hero, defeating the villains, protecting the land, and receiving all sorts of admiration and love from the people. I would give you one piece of advice. Perish that thought.” -Ravi West *** Ravi West was a hero of indisputable esteem. As a Sentinel, he traveled the Realms, killing villains and saving entire civilizations. His job was everything to him. Until Luxor. Luxor changed everything. Luxor changed him. Ravi was done. The tiredness etched into his bones. He laid down his mantle and vanished. He chose the most boring planet in his memory for his retirement, except this Earth was not like the one he remembered- Nests, monsters, superheroes, and villains filled the streets but that was not his business. He has a plan, a quiet, uncaring life filled with wine, food, and books. But the New Captain at the Bureau seemed to enjoy shattering all his carefully laid plans. He was the most annoying person Ravi had ever met, blonde hair, the most beautiful blue eyes, and a sunny smile, the righteous Arlen Sinclair constantly got involved in cases much bigger than him, dragging Ravi along into his Shenanigans. **** Grumpy, Cynic Shou who doesn't care if the world burns× Golden Retriever, Righteous Gong who is the first to bring the bucket to save the burning world. #Foundfamily #Sliceoflife, #crime, #mystery, #Superheros, #OverpoweredMc, #Protagonistfallsinlovefirst #MutualPampering #Powercouple #Superpowers #Cooking #Farming #yaoi #Detectives #Villains [This book is participating in the WSA contest] Disclaimer: The book cover to be taken down at owner's request.

Ellen had everything. Fame, a successful acting career and a secret celebrity boyfriend. "How dare you steal my fiancé, Ellen!" Reality slapped Ellen hard across the face in the form of her best friend, accusing her of being a homewrecker. Her boyfriend was never hers. Her career was over. Her parents died, leaving her an orphan. To escape it all, Ellen moved into a modest apartment to start afresh. Her friendly, handsome new neighbour introduced himself and extended his hand while smiling confidently to her. “I trust you, Ellen. Don’t be afraid of anything anymore.” Why did he seem so familiar? Ellen began to wonder, could her new neighbour be her long time playmate in the online game 'Era of the Jade Dawn'? Flint kept his identity a secret because he's actually the creator of the game! When they meet in real life, sparks fly and he realises he needs her! He wants to protect her! No one can mess with the woman he loves!

Magic has existed forever. Within every being is a Resonant Heartbeat, a song played by the soul, capable of channeling mana into limitless possibilities.

Warning: Some mature content and themes! Sylvia swore her wolf would stay asleep for her lifetime, a fate she knew she had to endure. She took precautions to keep it that way and avoid the consequences that would occur if it woke up. It was a secret she was forced to keep and her wolf would pay that price. Precaution number one, avoid male wolves and stay clear of events that are likely to include them. However, when her boss offers her double pay to fill in for a sick co-worker she could hardly turn it down. So she was on her way to the event she had always requested off, the Werewolf leader meeting for the North. She had a plan though, keep her head down and eyes off of any others. Silas was ready to give up on a fated mate and find his pack a Luna. They were restless and his wolf was getting harder to control. He is the Alpha of the Shadow Moon pack and while his wolf encouraged him to keep waiting, he wasn't so sure anymore. His Beta was in the same situation. Sinlan had hope still, he'd find his mate when the time was right. He encouraged his Alpha to keep his eyes open at the meeting. Many local packs would allow single wolves to go just in search of their mate. He wouldn't let his best friend give up. He'd help him find his mate as well. Then their pack would finally be complete. With the Luna it deserved. *This novel has a switching POV. There are Male and Female Lead moments!*

In a world ruled by ancient clans and a mysterious system that controls balance itself, peace begins to collapse the moment a forbidden symbol appears in the sky. The five great clans—Ignition, Cryomix, Shadow, Soulhall, and Aqualis—stand united for the first time in centuries, sensing the arrival of something the world was never meant to witness again: Eclipse. Amid the growing chaos lives Kael, a cold and feared young man carrying secrets even the clans cannot understand. Beside him is his playful younger brother, Riven, whose laughter hides deeper loyalty than anyone realizes. Their lives change completely when Kael approaches Elara, a powerful Cryomix warrior haunted by fragments of a forgotten past she cannot explain. As hidden truths awaken, the world slowly discovers the terrifying reality behind the Eclipse bloodline—a lineage so dangerous that even the system itself fears its existence. Ancient wars, erased history, immortal enemies, and forbidden powers begin resurfacing one after another, dragging every clan into a conflict far beyond survival. At the center of it all stands Vireon of Eclipse, the man feared even by monsters. The deeper Kael descends into the truth of Eclipse, the more the world begins viewing him not as a savior—but as the next catastrophe destined to destroy reality itself. While divine forces, cursed immortals, and system authorities wage war to erase Eclipse forever, Kael faces a far more dangerous battle inside himself: Can someone born to become destruction choose humanity instead? As devastating wars consume the world and reality itself begins collapsing, Elara becomes the only person capable of pulling Kael back from the darkness threatening to devour him. Together, they challenge not only fate, but the very system that decides who deserves to exist. Binary is a dark fantasy action-romance webnovel filled with powerful clans, forbidden lineage, emotional character development, massive war arcs, mystery, sacrifice, and a slow-burning love story that grows in the middle of chaos. At its heart, Binary is not just a story about power. It is the story of a boy feared by the world… learning that even the strongest soul still needs someone worth returning to.

A young boy who spent the first ten years of his life dreaming of becoming a defender and the next nine years facing reality. He can’t awaken. Chaos happens, blood spills, memories return and limits exceeded, all to give him strength. He finally awakens and barely survives the night. Now he has a shot at becoming a defender to fight against the forces of darkness. The road for him isn’t easy. It’s filled with amazing friends, powerful foes, intense training, love, mystery and sorrow. Will he strife to be the strongest defender or will he cower in the face of darkness.

You think you can understand Chaos? Foolish! Chaos isn't merely disorder; it is the ultimate paradox - Life and death, creation and destruction, the beginning and the end. In a hyper-advanced future built on quantum technology, humanity is awakened by the same energy tearing the universe apart. Entities from a higher dimension invade, forcing humans to the brink of extinction. In the shadows of this broken world, Missio Augustus wanders aimlessly like a lost soul, fighting his own inner darkness. As the Lieutenant General of the Black ops division, he goes on a mission to capture an international kingpin but experiences his life-long trauma once again. While falling into depression, he watches as an ancient church brings mayhem upon humanity... This is a relaunch of my original work. I am moving this story from my previous account (SageofMusic) to this new handle (Ekadash). I am the sole creator of Music Box Mayhem.

Su Nian wakes up to find himself reborn as the most feared creature in a fantasy world—a menacing dragon hunted by all. His new life begins with a trembling princess seeking refuge at his claws. As the War, Evolution, and Villain systems merge within him, Su Nian gains unprecedented power that defies the laws of magic and divinity. While kings offer their daughters to save their own skins and heroes charge toward his lair, Su Nian is busy rewriting the rules of the world. He isn't just a beast; he is a dragon with the mind of a capitalist and the heart of a hundred nuclear reactors. From kingdom building to mastering modern technology in a realm of sorcery, this is the legend of the ultimate monster. Experience a unique tale of sweet romance, strategic progression, and the rise of a dragon that even the gods fear. -- This story is also being updated on Royal Road.

After surviving an encounter that should have killed them, Chris and Lily awaken in a world hidden beneath humanity's own. It is a world ruled by ancient powers and bound by eternal secrets that cannot be spoken freely. Taken into the ranks of the Damned, children who traded their lives for their souls, they are forced to hunt creatures drawn from forgotten myths, lost civilizations, and nightmares older than history itself. Chris remembers nothing of his past, yet death feels strangely familiar. Lily carries a darker burden: her bloodline is tied to the Kivuli, an immortal race humans mistakenly call vampires. Born as a second creation and cursed with the envy of their creator, they have spent centuries shaping the world from the shadows, hoping to fulfil their creator's wishes. As hidden factions move toward a conflict that threatens both humanity and the supernatural world, Chris and Lily find themselves caught between loyalty, betrayal, and secrets that were never meant to be uncovered.

Kain, a young teenager, accidentally lost in a Dungeon and awakened a special system. A system that allows him to continuously return to level 0, using his level to add and increase his skill points. From there, Kain began his journey to find the truth of this world, and when he took off that mask, what he saw was...

In a world abandoned by its Sun, humanity was gifted a defiant power—Aether—and with it, the ability to rewrite their own fate. Two thousand years later, on the continent of Caelum, a dark-haired boy swings his sword alone on a lonely hill, driven by nothing but will and the quiet, burning desire to become the strongest thing alive. He does not yet know what that will cost him. Or what is coming.

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.

Alice and Damian are two high schoolers whose perfect romance begins to unravel when they uncover long-buried secrets. As they investigate a web of lies and betrayals, they discover shocking connections that tie their lives together in ways they never imagined. Can their forbidden love survive the harsh realm?

Three years ago, a tragedy changed everything. After losing the person she loved most, Naiiyraa begins living under a new identity, hoping to leave the past behind. But no matter how hard she tries, the memories never disappear. When she unexpectedly meets Nehan, a man searching for answers about the past, old wounds begin to reopen. As hidden truths, broken promises, and forgotten memories slowly come to light, everyone is forced to question what they believe. Some people are searching for justice. Some are searching for revenge. And some are simply trying to protect the truth. But when the truth is finally revealed… who will be left standing?

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.