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Ryomen Sukuna incarnates in the body of Tanjiro Kamado after the Shinjuku Showdown!

This is a collection of short stories ranging across many genres. Think of it similarly to the Netflix TV show Love, Death, & Robots. Volume 01 consists of my novis works I made while still in school, and Volume 02 contains all of my no-vice works after school.

Jax Harlan knew he was dead… or so he thought, but the problem was… he was still breathing. He is nineteen, broke, and one bad deal from dead in the flooded underlevels of Cascade Spire. When the Shroud Curse rips his soul into the Fractured Expanse, he wakes chained to an ancient echo that wants his body for its next ride. To claw his way home before the girl who once kept him alive drowns in poisoned water, Jax must leash the dead, outthink every monster and every survivor, and pay prices that cut deeper than any knife. Allies fracture, power corrupts quietly, and the drowned ruins keep peeling back secrets that bleed straight back into the real world. In a place where trust is suicide and hesitation gets you eaten, Jax only has one rule left: survive long enough to decide who he becomes when the chain finally tightens all the way.

Sagiri was never meant to exist. After his entire clan was wiped out he is the only surviving member and the last keeper yet he doesn't remember. Raised in secrecy and sent to Galka War Academy, he survives among boys trained to kill, endure, and obey. While others rely on strength and discipline, Sagiri carries something older. an echo that sharpens his senses, bends his body, and slowly erodes his humanity. The Echo is the legacy of the N’garu, a legendary clan erased from the world in a single night. They were warriors who could slip between moments, speak to the shadows of the past, and reshape fate with a thought. Their extinction was celebrated across the tribes. Their return is feared more than war. Sagiri carries the last spark of their power. A whispering presence tied to his heartbeat. A force that chooses its own master. But when he crosses paths with Lira, a girl unknowingly created to kill him, the Echo reacts violently breaking the barrier meant to forget and he remembers. Visions flood his mind. Forgotten beings turn their eyes. And the world begins to shift around him. The South wants to crown him. The North wants to erase him. The Echo within him wants something else entirely. And it has finally awakened. https://discord.gg/gMa9tend

Vector hates math! With all his heart! Due to severe dyscalculia, he can’t even handle the simplest calculations, like 1+9! “I HATE MATH!!!” he mutters, tormented, until this thought consumes him. Many years later, now old and sick, Vector finds himself on the brink of death. But with his final breath, something extraordinary happens: Vector wakes up, reincarnated in another world, one where dragons, fairies, and creatures of all kinds are part of his new reality. Here, in the continent "Harmony", magic is revered and is based on “Syntony” that each person can develop with one of the seven elements. Vector is initially excited about the possibility of learning and using magic! But when he least expects it, he’s hit with a shocking revelation that will change his life forever: “I… have a Syntony… with MATH?!” At first, he has absolutely no idea what that means… But soon, he finds out the immense potential of his new power: the ability to turn abstract mathematical concepts into tangible forces, bending and reshaping the laws of reality itself! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - What to expect: • Very intelligent MC • Protagonist Growth • MC's powers are related to Math! • Rich lore & world-building • Countless unique characters to encounter • Fantasy, Adventure, and plenty of Mysteries • UPDATES: Every Sunday at 3:14 AEDT (UTC/GMT+11)

Some contracts are written in ink. His was written in blood and he never signed it. Dante Kōgetsu is the best at what he does. No target too difficult. No contract refused. No emotion wasted. He built his reputation on one principle: finish the job and walk away clean. Then a contract arrived with a photograph inside. Her face. Sophie Arisaka. The only person who ever made him feel like a human being rather than a weapon. He faked her death, lied to the client, and told himself it was a calculated decision. It was not. Now he is hunting the anonymous man who ordered her death and every step closer reveals a truth he is not ready for. The man behind the contract is Edward Yashiro. His oldest friend. A person who loved Sophie, lost her, and let that loss rot into something unrecognizable. What Dante does not know yet is that Edward knows everything. The demons Dante carries inside him Kairo and Mūn were not accidents. They were placed there deliberately, by someone who chose him before he was old enough to refuse. And every time Dante uses their power, he pays a price no one warned him about. He loses her. Not Sophie herself. The memories of her. One by one. Quietly. Irreversibly. The job was supposed to be simple. It became a war against an old friend, against the man who made him, and against the clock running silently inside his own mind. Some things cannot be unforgiven. Some prices cannot be unpaid. Some contracts were never meant to end.

Daniel was born in a ordinary life he search for the meaning of life and die but he reborn in a world full of magic with a system that will change his life forever. can Daniel be free with the Power his system gave him?

Samael Ashbourne has spent his life in isolation, deep in the mountains alongside his grandfather—a former warrior who turned his back on the world after a tragedy no one dares to speak of. Even far from civilization, Samael's raw talent could not be hidden. Born with an immense reserve of spiritual energy and an extraordinary gift for magic, he was, by any measure, a prodigy. But talent means nothing when the world decides to break you. Everything changed the day a powerful enemy emerged from the shadows. Samael survived—barely—thanks to his grandfather's intervention. But the cost was absolute. His spiritual energy core was destroyed, severed forever from the source of all magic. In a world where power defines a person's worth, losing spiritual energy is not just a defeat. It is an annihilation. Overnight, Samael went from being a boy destined for greatness to a ghost—useless, powerless, forgotten. But his story did not end there. Forced to rebuild himself from nothing, Samael turned to the only thing still within his reach: his own body. Through relentless training, through pain and silence, he carved a new kind of strength—one born not of magic, but of will. Yet strength alone is never enough. Hunted by those who wish to erase every trace of his existence—and every hope of his happiness—Samael embarks on a dangerous journey across the world alongside his grandfather. Together, they walk through lands of both breathtaking beauty and unspeakable cruelty, facing beasts, memories, and the ghosts of the past. Because when the ashes fall, not everyone dies. Some are reborn.

Uma Musume: The Dark Trainer

Arata wakes up in the 19th century and an world full of rampant demons. Lucky for him, he makes a contract with the Dream Devil, Freddy, the moment he arrives. Now he's immortal in sleep. Invincible in nightmares. Close your eyes anywhere in the world, and Arata will be standing behind them. Demons are born from fear. Fear of control birthed the Control Devil. Fear of chainsaws birthed the Chainsaw Devil. Fear of stab wounds? That one somehow became Aki Hayakawa. And Arata? He doesn't fear much anymore. Which makes him the most dangerous thing in this world. Because in a reality shaped by terror, a man who's already dead inside has nothing to lose. And everything to take.

The world didn't end with a bang, but with a Unison. In the year 2026, the "Great Resonance" descended upon Earth. Massive geometric entities known as the Sentinels of Rhythm anchored themselves in the sky, broadcasting a singular, crystalline frequency that synchronized the heartbeat of every living thing. Cities fell into a rhythmic trance; humanity became a "Drone" choir, their individuality erased by a perfect, terrifying harmony. Julian Vance is a scavenger living in the lead-lined ruins of Echo City. For years, his only company has been the "Iron Fiddle"—a weaponized instrument made of scrap—and the quartz-encrusted statue of his sister, Elara, frozen in acoustic stasis by their father to save her from the first wave of the hum. When Julian accidentally strikes a "Dissonant Chord," the impossible happens: Elara wakes up. But she is no longer entirely human. Her body has become a living conduit for the Chaos Frequency—the only sound capable of shattering the Sentinels' control. Together, they must embark on a journey across a world of beautiful nightmares. From the "Silent Orchards" where memories are harvested as sound, to the "Cathedrals of Static" where the Sentinels' masters dwell. Julian must protect his sister’s fading humanity as her powers grow to cosmic proportions, all while searching for the Seven Lost Notes—the only melody that can rewrite reality and give the world back its right to be chaotic, loud, and free. In a world of perfect order, noise is the only revolution.

I got isekai'd into Detective Conan's world with one advantage: I've seen all the episodes. Now I solve cases before the "genius" detectives even start. They call it cheating. I call it efficiency. Too bad the criminals are starting to catch on. And by catch on, I mean literally trying to kill me for spoiling their murders. Support the story on patreon.com/WangLing338

Nine years ago, Tommy and his family vanished into the federal witness protection program after testifying against one of the most ruthless mob families in the country. New names, new town, new lives — all built on fear and the hope that the past would never find them. But the past has a long memory. Tommy’s son, Timmy, once a terrified child forced into hiding, is now a young man haunted by the life he lost. Tired of running, tired of watching his family crumble under the weight of secrets and fear, he makes a reckless decision: he’s going back. Back to the city they fled. Back to the men who destroyed their lives. Back to finish what his father started.

“So where is she now? Dome?” Baphomet questioned. He had to reserve a lot of his abilities lest he fractured a part of this reality with his current abilities. He could only have complete control once in his original body. So his range of perspective was limited, and Erm would then be aware that he was here. He smirked at the surprise she would have upon figuring out he was in the same realm as she was. Erm by now already knew May wasn’t working alone, and she would most likely come to the conclusion that there was another deity involved. May shook her head, her beaded braids clinking. “She is in Ion.” His eyes subtly widened and then narrowed as his smirk increased. Was she also waiting for the Broken lands to open? Niya was heading there too. “It is decided.” He stood, staring down at May with a pleased grin. “We will head there. You will hide in my shadow.” He looked forward to seeing the interaction between the two relatives. Niya was certainly not going to be pleased and it could only get fun from there. “There is one thing. It is not good news either,” May pressed forward, her face forlorn. “Which is why I ask for punishment.” This was the first time she had failed after all the tasks she had done for him. “She has managed to unlock her core.”

In the dark streets of New Orleans, Adam was just a simple nurse trying to survive. But one night changes everything. A dying man. A mysterious injection. And a power that should never exist. Now hunted by a secret organization and drawn into a hidden war between vampires and werewolves, Adam must choose: remain human… or become something far more dangerous. Power comes at a price. And blood is the only currency.

Leo’s life was ordinary… until it wasn’t. The moment he awakens to the hidden power within him, he realizes he is the answer to humanity’s desperate prayers. A power that could save—or doom—the world. He is not alone. Allies will rise, enemies will emerge, and the line between friend and foe will blur as the world itself begins to shift around him. Can humanity survive the darkness they’ve created, or will they be devoured by it… from within?

[WARNING: HEAVILY RATED 18 AND STRONG SEXUAL LANGUAGES BUT NO RAPE] Excerpt "Marry me, and you shall have your heart's desires. We both know you want it..." Xavier's husky voice drifted from the shadows of the cell, making every cell in Asher's body ignite—right down to his peaking nipples. Asher managed to stand his ground, refusing to break even though the crushing weight of Xavier's pheromones threatened to pull him under. "In your damn dreams. I am straight," he declared. Xavier laughed mockingly, the sound echoing off the cold stone walls. "Let's see how long that lasts..." He leaned down and cupped Asher's length firmly in his palms, watching as Asher’s face turned a deep, heated red. ******* Synopsis He thought he had it all—a beautiful family, a gorgeous home, and a prestigious profession. But one fateful night, it all crumbled away, and he landed in a deadly prison. In a society where homosexuality is a taboo, he was accused of sexually harassing a man. A fucking man, when he was straight as an arrow. Like, how? But that was just the beginning of his nightmare. He landed straight into the cage of an infamous Mafia lord of the underworld—the demon himself, a wolf in sheep’s clothing. A demon in bed and a beast by day. Asher thought he could fly under the radar; all he had to do was lay low and avoid the man forever. But he never expected to capture the lord’s undivided attention. Xavier Devereaux was mad for him, obsessed with him, watching him day and night. He wouldn't even sleep if Asher wasn't safely in his cell. All hell broke loose when Xavier declared him his "bride" in front of the Nine powerful Mafia houses, leaving Asher at the mercy of fate and powerful war. Now, a deadly desire has risen. Truly, Xavier Devereaux isn't just a mad fucker, but a deranged man in desperate need of therapy. But the good thing? Asher realized he has a thing for bad boys...

In the dangerous Scar World, where cowards thrive, and heroes fill the cemeteries, kingdoms, and churches coexist in a delicate balance. Meanwhile, humans and demi-humans have fought for thousands of years for the valuable resources and treasures of the Scar, a living wound that expands each year, threatening to tear the world in two. In this world, where personal hygiene is treated as a joke by most, healing abilities and modern medicine do not exist. Only one in ten survives after suffering injuries. Those who survive, however, awaken powers through mysterious Scars. Nolan is a young man who only wanted to live his life peacefully, living the same way his parents did, far from conflicts and grand ambitions. Until one day his life is forever marked…