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In the village of Oakhaven, you held your heart with your hands. Everyone carries a flickering candle, a tiny, glowing heartbeat held in a glass lantern. Eira’s light is steady, a cheerful lemon-yellow flame that matches her quiet, uncomplicated life. But at the edge of the village, was a raging river that never froze in winter. To the rest of the village, it was the place where the lights went out. However to Eira, it was the only place in the world where she thought she would feel free. The river wasn't the only one the village kept at a distance. There was a boy named Soren, whose presence felt like a draft in a sealed room. People whispered that his wick was black because his heart is charred. While other children boasted about their flames of vibrant scarlet and gold, Soren's lantern held a cold, violet light that looked like it would go out in an instant. Yet, as Eira uncovers the pieces of Soren's past, she realizes his fire isn't dying because he is bad. It’s dying because he’s been left out alone in the rain for too long.

The crimson sun has descended, bringing horrors and madness, upon the world. Having encountered this crisis,humans awoken as what they call "sorcerers" to fight against this beasts, protecting the world in the process. But the real question is, can they do it? With the world now being inhabited by churches, angels, demons and deites, the balance of the world is hanging by a thread. Will it fall, or will it live?

Hi! I’m Ayana Ronson — yes, Ronson, because my parents thought it sounded cool, even though they act like they’re broke. I’m a senior at the Mystic Heights Academy — a fancy-sounding name for a school that’s actually just a big chaos factory. So, here’s the scoop: I’ve spent years trying to stay out of trouble. I mean, I really do. But trouble? It’s like that annoying mosquito. But that's not all trouble was just starting. There are four mischievous boys who always seem to bug me. My brother is one of them, and everything in my life changed the moment I met them. At first, it was just teasing and playful pranks. Then, things took a surprising turn—a complicated love triangle and so much more. When I say so much more I mean it, Getting kidnapped---trying to bring my mom and dad back together---searching for some youtuber and being one myself---and fighting with big terrorist and goons with guns. That stage of my life was hard---but then I graduated High school successfully, and I find love In one of those stupid boys. THAT IS A BIT OF MY LIFE.

Sold in a secret underground auction to the highest bidder, Jade Anderson braces herself to be claimed by a man twice her age, until a single, earth-shattering bid slices through the room and silences every voice. Purchased for a price no one dares to challenge, she is delivered not to a faceless buyer, but to the most feared man in the criminal underworld, a ruler whose empire is built on blood, secrets, and absolute control. Escape was plausible, but why would she run off now that she was under the same roof as the man who killed her father?

"A wolf that cries after eating the sheep is not a shepherd. Likewise, even the blinding light is not better than darkness. Fate is like a river that always brings you to where you are destined to go. Those who oppose it will only drown in their own ambition." Hunted by cosmic horrors and cursed to return in time with every death, bleeding for worlds that have forgotten his name. Each resurrection erases another fragment of who he was.Rushing forward into a world that is unknown to him, Toki finds that the darkness he had been running from his whole life was always within him. As he climbs toward godhood and loses his humanity piece by piece, one question remains: how far can devotion push a man before he becomes something unrecognizable?Who is he really and how much will he have to sacrifice to achieve his goal?

The Dao Court has ruled the world of cultivators for over twenty thousand years. The noble families maintain a strict hierarchy, making life difficult for independent cultivators. At ten years old, Mo Hua, who comes from a background of independent cultivators, struggles with his cultivation journey. This changes when a Dao stele appears in his mind. The stele is damaged and mysterious, but it can enhance spiritual awareness and help understand mystical formations. Mo Hua plans to use this stele to develop a supreme spiritual awareness, learn the secrets of celestial formations, and pursue the ultimate path of immortality. His goal is to change not only his own destiny but also the destiny of all lesser cultivators across the world. The path to greatness starts with the smallest steps, and the journey to immortality is long and challenging. Through dense fog and treacherous terrains, past horrors and chaos, where demons dance wildly, he must plant the seeds of his spiritual quest, survive the deadliest of trials, and prove his worth on every dangerous step… In the grand scheme of heaven, where the universe is the game board and all creatures its pieces, the strategic game of life and death begins, shaping destinies through its intricate moves… Immortality Through Array Formations, Asking About Longevity, Asking for Immortality, The Quest for Immortality, 阵问长生. ... ? Disclaimer This is an AI-assisted translation of the original novel. I personally edit, refine, and polish each chapter to ensure readability and accuracy. Please note: The translation may not be perfect, but I am actively improving it. Constructive feedback is welcome — it helps me make the story better for everyone. Credit for the original story belongs to the original author. Thank you for reading and supporting this project!

Julian D’Aurelius was never meant to live. In this world, villains exist for one reason—to fall. They scheme, they rise, they steal the spotlight… and then they die. Betrayed. Abandoned. Erased so the hero can shine. Julian knows this. Because he remembers every timeline. Every backstab waiting in the dark. Every “loyal” ally destined to sell him out. Every romance scripted to end in blood. The moment he awakens inside the body of the story’s doomed antagonist, he’s bound to the hidden Tyrant System—a cold, calculating force that demands one thing: If villains always die… then become the kind of villain fate cannot kill. So Julian reshapes himself. Cruel when necessary. Charming when useful. Untouchable when it matters. He plays the monster perfectly—while secretly tearing apart the threads of destiny from the shadows. But here’s the problem. The more he tries to distance himself from the female leads… The more they drift toward him. The innocent campus beauty. The sharp-tongued heiress. The aloof genius meant to stand beside the hero. One by one, the women who were supposed to orbit the protagonist begin circling Julian instead. And there’s something even more dangerous— All of them can hear his inner voice. Every cold calculation. Every sarcastic thought. Every hidden plan. All heroines hears it all. But Julian has no idea. This is an urban-fantasy battlefield of ambition, romance, power games, and fate rewritten. The protagonist is trying to avoid the heroines. The heroines? They’re slowly falling anyway. And the more Julian resists destiny… The more destiny seems obsessed with him. -------------- Daily Updates – 2 Chapters Every Day Don’t judge this story too early. Read at least 20 chapters before you decide to drop or continue. The foundation is deliberate. The payoff is worth it. I guarantee an addictive experience—strategic mind games, emotional tension, layered characters, and a main character who wins with brains before fists. If you enjoy the story: - Drop a Power Stone - Leave a Review - Send a Golden Ticket Your support directly fuels the story’s growth. If you’re tired of brainless protagonists… If you want a villain who thinks ten steps ahead… If you enjoy tension where the heroine knows more than the hero realizes… Then step inside Julian D’Aurelius’ world. But be warned. In a story where villains are supposed to die— He intends to outlive the author himself.

​"In a world where the heavens have collapsed, one young boy holds the blueprint to restoration. With a mysterious broken system and a spirit that refuses to yield, he begins his journey to rebuild a shattered realm. From a weak child in a desolate land to the sovereign architect of the universe. Witness the rise of a legend where every fragment tells a story."

Two souls get a second chance in a world of magic. Reincarnated as the children of two powerful duchies, Azrean and Sumi are born into a life of privilege—but they want more than a comfortable existence. They want to be remembered. Betrothed by choice before they could barely walk, these two old souls grow up side by side, learning magic and swordplay, pushing each other to be better. By age ten, they make a pact that will define their lives: Sumi will become the strongest hero in history, and Azrean will stand beside her as the strongest mage in history.

Wade was content being a young biologist – until a freak accident drops him into the magical world of Harry Potter! Waking up as an eleven-year-old in Grindelwald’s tumultuous era, Wade discovers he’s got a bizarre new companion: a “Good Deed System” that rewards him for acts of kindness and heroism. The catch? To cash in the system’s ultimate prize, Wade must claim the title of Dark Lord! What the Fck does that even mean...?(⓿_⓿) Now this accidental transmigrator is caught between light and dark, attending Hogwarts alongside a pesky kid named Tom Riddle (who ends up as his unamused sidekick). Dumbledore thinks he’s a selfless saint, Grindelwald swears he’s a born schemer, and young Tom is just trying to figure out why his “mentor” isn’t acting like a proper villain at all. ... You can support the translation and read two weeks/12 chs ahead of WN at my P^treon:- Patreon.com/Captain69

the heart of ancient Egypt, a talented young sculptor named Rifat holds a gift that transcends art—he can breathe soul into stone. But when the beloved Princess Mim falls into a mysterious, death-like slumber that no physician can cure, Rifat must trade his chisel for the legendary 'Atatik Tulwar'. ​To save the princess and the kingdom, he must embark on a perilous journey to the mythical realm of 'Nigari'. Guided by a divine voice and protected by sacred relics, Rifat must cross seven deadly seas, battle ancient sirens, and overcome trials that test the very limits of his faith and courage. ​Will a humble artisan's devotion be enough to conquer the darkness of Nigari? Or will the secrets of the seven seas swallow him whole? Join Rifat in an epic tale of magic, faith, and an impossible quest."

[Tower Defense + Infinite + Survival + Harem (Gathering Wives) + Upgrade] After regaining consciousness, everyone discovered that they had been taken to a strange building, forced into participation in an infinite game. This world was shrouded in mist, monsters lurked everywhere, and before those horrifying creatures, humanity was nothing more than insignificant ants. The only safe place was their personal room, and the only thing protecting them from the monsters outside was the door. Rover was brought into this world as well, but he was fortunate enough to obtain an SSS rank Class: Omni Mechanic. As long as he used [Relax], he could gain Omni Points, allowing him to upgrade anything. His harem not only helped defend his room against the monsters but also generated Omni Points for him. From [Rotted Wooden Door], he upgraded it into [Immortal Divine Gate] From [Wooden Bolt Turret], upgraded into [Radiant Turret] From [Zombie Virus], upgraded into [Awakening Serum] From [Normal Zombie], upgraded into [Hell Lord] His harem was upgraded as well, gaining strength that everyone craved. In a world overflowing with despair and agony, Rover was somehow living happily with his harem, as if enjoying a luxurious resort.

​"Do not trust what your eyes see... unless they are color of blood." ​In the iron-fisted world of Aegaria, where beasts roam the scarred earth and sorcerers manipulate souls for power, lived Kyle, a quiet boy and the son of an outcast gatekeeper. But peace was only the calm before the crushing storm. ​On one fateful night, the "Knights of the Silver Church"—hallowed curse-hunters—descended, burning his village to ash and slaughtering his family. It was not a random attack; it was because of an ancient curse running through Kyle's lineage. ​Amidst the inferno and blood, a terrifying power awoke in Kyle’s left eye: The "Crimson Eye." He does not just see the future; he sees the 'Threads of Fate' that bind every living being to their inescapable death. ​Now, Kyle begins a desperate journey of retribution. He is no longer just a refugee; he is a predator. His eye does not just foresee fate; it consumes it. With every enemy he strikes down, he absorbs their fate and grows in terrifying strength. ​Can Kyle break the curse that hunts him? Or will the 'Fate Stealer' ultimately become the greatest monster this world has ever known? ​The path of revenge is paved with dragon hearts and sorcerer blood.

Leonardo Stormborn now Finn Cambell , our new hero of Ooo unfortunately meets an untimely end in his old world . The world grieved ! The people grieved ! But , one person did not grieve . Leonardo Stormborn himself !! In an unexpected twist of fate , he finds himself meeting a powerful entity that gives him a second chance at life and a promise of love , adventure , freedom and heroism that he cannot deny . He accepts the offer accompanied by a couple of wishes and sets of to his new world . Join him in his long adventure in this unexplored land with all the dangers , struggles and opportunities that will come along with it . IT'S ADVENTURE TIME !!! . . . . . . . . . . [P.S: I will be posting this story also on RoyalRoad.com] https://www.royalroad.com/profile/587087 An Adventure Time inspired fanfic with the addition of my own flare , twists and turns . This book will be slow-paced and it will majorly have a slice of life vibe . Their will be slight multiversal travel as well as a side story which will be posted on my ko-fi which is below https://ko-fi.com/prof_nuclear For those interested in reading ahead or viewing of images relevant to the plot please check out my discord and patron below. https://discord.com/invite/B6PSXSrY68 patreon.com/Prof_Nuclear Disclaimer : All characters , rights and images ownership belong to the original owners apart from my own OC's I will be using images I've found from various sites . If the original owners wish for their removal please inform me .

Haji Akarime never wanted to be extraordinary. When he applies to Prestige Academy, a state-backed elite Japanese high school, for a joke, he expects rejection. Instead, he is accepted, bound by law to attend, and thrust into a world where survival is the only lesson that matters.

After sacrificing his life to save another’s, 24-year-old Ryan Ray is pulled from his mundane world and dumped into a realm teetering on the brink of all out war. Tasked by a divine ‘spirit’, he’s given one job: protect a fragile world from a prophecy. But thanks to the spirit’s charmingly incompetent assistant, Ryan is dropped into the wrong world, a much, much more dangerous one. Will he rise to the challenge and become the hero this planet needs? Probably not. He’s just a human after all.

What held two people together? well, the answer is simple it is memories. The time we spend with others which will give you a meaning to your life are the memories that can never be erased . They'll cling to you like an anchor, keeping you grounded when you might drift away, or pulling you under when you try to rise. Like a coin with both hell and heaven. It is up to our's to choose this one are we thinking them as. Some might see them as the meaning of their lives while others see them merely as burdens. But what if someone clings so desperately that they refuse to let go, gripping tighter and tighter, even when it means holding on past death itself? Well, like they say, not even death can tear them apart. They'll follow you to the very edge of hell and beyond, just to stay by your side. For you, they would watch the world burn… no, they would set it ablaze with their own hands. There's nothing they wouldn't sacrifice, nothing they wouldn't destroy. Dare I call this love? well I just did... My first written story on webnovel so, Show me some support by commenting.. "the story is just frictional and have no relation with the real history..!" HOW TO READ : (season 1) (.) indicates, someone's internal voice...(mostly MC's) *(.)* indicates ,that person internal voice.... Ex : shaan * hi ( they are staring)* , it is shaan internal voice. {.} a conversation without MC knowing (new) Not brackets, it is just the narration without anyone thinking it...

Three lives. Countless sins. One world that fears what he might become. Arthur Frederick is the Misfit—revived across lifetimes, carrying the guilt of mistakes that cost hundreds of lives. His first life ended in suicide on Earth. His second, in fire and betrayal, during a reign of darkness in Alora. And now, in his third life, he awakens free, unbound by God, system, or Darkness. Alora is a world once called paradise, scarred by the century-long tyranny of the Dark EMPEROR. Even the God who reshaped it cannot control everything. And yet, Arthur’s presence threatens the fragile balance. Haunted by memories, tested by powers, and hunted by forces both divine and dark, Arthur must forge his own path. Will he rise as a savior, or will the ashes of his past consume him once more? Revenant of the Abyss is a dark fantasy tale of rebirth, vengeance, and the spark of a Misfit who refuses to be controlled.

Magic has always demanded a price. In the empire’s capital, that price is controlled—measured, distributed, and enforced through a system known as the Tithe. Every spell draws from the many, siphoning strength, memory, and years of life from the population to fuel the few who are permitted to wield power. Most never notice what they’ve lost. Serin Vale is one of the people who makes sure of that. An elite auditor of the Tithe, Serin’s role is simple: track irregularities, contain unauthorized magic, and preserve the balance that keeps the system from collapsing. Detached, precise, and unwavering, she believe the cost of magic—however brutal—is necessary. Until the system stops behaving. When a rogue caster begins performing magic without paying the Tithe, the consequences ripple through the city in horrifying ways. People collapse without cause. Families are drained dry in an instant. Others survive—but emptied of something essential, left conscious and hollow. The cost is no longer shared. It is chosen. As Serin hunts the source, she encounter Cael Ardyn—a man who has learned how to bend the rules of the Tithe instead of breaking them. Where the system scatters suffering, Cael refines it. Where it hides the cost, he makes it visible. And where it spreads pain across the many, he forces it into the few. But Cael isn’t the only anomaly. With every encounter, Serin begins to experience the Tithe firsthand—not as an observer, but as a conduit. Pain, memory, and life itself start passing through her, revealing a truth buried beneath the system she spent her life protecting: The Tithe does not simply distribute cost. It requires something—someone—to hold it together. But who decides where the price is paid.