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At Hogwarts, everyone learns quickly that Harry Potter is the boy the world cannot stop watching. Adrian Vale is the opposite. He is real. He is present. He has records, a wand, a House, a bed in Ravenclaw Tower. But magic does not always hold him properly. Portraits remember him inconsistently. thresholds hesitate around him. old enchantments fail to settle on him cleanly unless attention, consequence, or emotion pins him in place. Even Albus Dumbledore, the greatest strategist in the wizarding world, cannot quite fit Adrian into the deeper pattern of events. As the years unfold beside canon, Adrian moves through Hogwarts as a hidden fault line in the school’s reality. He studies systems instead of stories, cause instead of spectacle, and quickly learns that the wizarding world is built on recognition, prophecy, witness, and control. Harry Potter is the boy fate chose. Adrian Vale is the one fate fails to account for. From the Philosopher’s Stone to the Chamber of Secrets, from the Shrieking Shack to the Triwizard Tournament, Adrian stands just outside the world’s cleanest narratives, watching, learning, and changing outcomes in ways no one fully traces in time. Not a chosen one. Not a dark lord. Not a hero the world knows how to name. Just the boy Dumbledore couldn’t see.

What if, for some reason, Elsie couldn't use the detention bin? I've reconstructed the original story based on that premise. On August 26, 2023, I received the cover illustration from Minori Tabe! I never expected to receive something like this, so I'm incredibly grateful! Original image: https://www.pixiv.net/artworks/111160583 Note: This story does not belong to me. This is one of the best fanfics I have ever read so I want to share it so that more people can enjoy it. If the original author wishes to remove the work please let me know. Additionally, as this is a non-profit project, I will not be accepting donations. Title: もしエルシィが勾留ビンを使えなかったら Author: 天星

I woke from a dream, unintelligible mutterings echoing in my ears. I had forgotten myself, lost my past. I looked around, only to find I was already in hell, explosions rang through the blue sky, bullets ravaged the streets like a torrent, and the fires of war burned on this land without pause. The creatures who lived here had bodies that looked fragile yet were unfazed by ordinary firearms, they formed factions for their own ends, and spent their days slaughtering one another. Then, they found me... They called themselves students, and told me this place was called Kivotos. They also addressed me as, "Sensei." ---- Source: https: ()//()www.trxs( . )cc/ () tongren/ () 8630. )(html Author: Otter of Chaos

In the city of Nocturne, power belongs to monsters wearing human faces. When Luna Vale arrives, she only wants one thing—to disappear. A quiet life, a fake name, and distance from the past hunting her. But fate places her directly in the path of Brevis Draven, the man who rules the city's shadows. Brevis has never been denied anything. People fear him. Women want him. Enemies disappear. Yet Luna is different. She looks at him without fear. She speaks to him without trembling. And worst of all… she refuses him. What begins as curiosity slowly turns into obsession. Because Luna hides secrets darker than Brevis imagined. And in a world of sin, danger, and forbidden desire… touching her might destroy them both. Main Characters Luna Vale Age: 22 Personality: Mysterious, sharp-tongued, emotionally guarded Traits: Silver-gray eyes, midnight black hair, always calm but hiding deep scars Background: A girl running from a past no one knows about. She arrives in a new city under a false identity. She trusts no one. Brevis Draven Age: 28 Personality: Cold, powerful, dangerously charming Traits: Dark eyes, intimidating aura, controlled anger Background: A feared underground tycoon. People whisper his name like a warning. He always gets what he wants… until Luna.

"How dare you!!!" She screamed. And... Slapped him hard across his face. But she had no clue who she was messing, because the next moment, he hissed, "Congratulations. That slap is just going to make you my wife."

Read up to 760+ chapters for free in our website Worm novel 200 . xyz -------- Transmigrated into the world of Genshin Impact, and of all places, the unreleased region of Snezhnaya. It was a disastrous start, but fortunately, he caught the glance of an Aeon. With one punch, he shattered a Fatui Debt Collector; with three, he flattened [The Captain]. As the Captain's knightly helmet creaked and crumpled under Su Ran’s grip, the Tsaritsa’s pleading voice rang out: "Please... let him go." Su Ran: "Beg me." The Tsaritsa: "I beg of you, please let him go." Looking at the familiar figure upon the divine throne, he finally relaxed his fist. -------- All names, places, deities, and mythological references in this work are entirely fictional. They are not intended to represent or reference any real-world religion, culture, spiritual belief, or existing mythos. Any resemblance to actual events, names, people (living or deceased), or religious figures—past or present—is purely coincidental. This is a work of imagination, and all elements within it exist solely for the purpose of fictional storytelling.

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.

From the future, Amanda Merlin arrives in the world of Harry Potter and discovers that she is a descendant of the legendary Merlin. Determined to change the course of history, she sets out to challenge the fate of Slytherin, a house long marked by prejudice and dark choices. By influencing Harry Potter to follow a different path and join forces with Draco Malfoy, an unlikely trio begins to take shape. Together, they seek to prove that ambition does not mean darkness—and that Slytherin can be far more than its shadowed reputation. But changing the past is never simple, and every choice has the power to reshape the future forever. Update rate: 3 Chap/ week. Monday, Thursday, Saturday.

[WSA 2025 ENTRY] - This Novel is participating in the 2025 WebNovel Spirity Awards ^^ Due to unfortunate circumstances, "Ari" Ariel Matisse lived in the slums of Los Angeles, also known as Skid Row. One night, on his way home, he was killed while witnessing an old man getting beaten. When he woke up, he had been thrown into a dumpster, and a strange screen flashed across his eyes, and no matter how he looked at it, it reminded him of a status window in a game. [System Integration Complete!] [Become a Global Music Superstar!] For some reason, he gained a system that wanted him to join a survival show and become a globally famous idol. If he refused to complete his given tasks, he would die. But if he succeeded, he would have the money and power to change his life as well as get revenge against the person who killed him. P.s. this story is kind of a love letter to LA and the amazing blend of cultures (American, Asian, Hispanic, African, etc) that can be found there. I hope you all fall in love with the area as much as I love it.

#Cannon Fodder, Second Chance, Male lead fall in love first, Bloodline Awakening, Possessive ML, Weak to Strong FL, Business World# In a world with a clear hierarchy between powerful Awakened bloodlines and weak humans, Severine Vale never believed in miracles. That is, until a sudden series of dreamlike memories forces her to awaken to a truth she was never meant to know: She is living inside a novel. Her Awakened dorm-mate, Alina Hart, is the protagonist. Meanwhile, Damien Rhodes, the Wolf Awakener, is the male lead—whose story begins with “I bully you because I hate you” and ends with “I bully you because I love you.” And Severine? She’s nothing more than cannon fodder—a side character who dies five years later under the male lead’s 'revenge'. Realising the truth, Severine avoids the original plot at all costs—only to discover that even the smallest flutter of her actions sends the entire story spiraling off course. The main characters begin knocking on her door one by one. Worst of all, fate pushes her into a moment that never existed in the novel. One night, Severine barges into a forbidden room… and straight into the territory of a Villain—Killian Rhett King, a person so ruthless that even Damien fears him. Severine only wanted to stay far from the story. But how is she supposed to escape when crazy leads' presence in her supposedly peaceful life keeps growing… and growing?

Next Train of Reincarnation | A WebNovel Following the end of a stressful workday, Hozumi Fumiko was exhausted from the endless workload at the Cabinet Secretariat in Osaka, Japan. She went to the underground metro station as usual to get back home after being forced to face the hustle and bustle of an ordinary office worker. But unfortunately, her card was declined when she tried to buy a ticket for the train. She repeatedly swiped her card on the TMV, but the same ‘insufficient currency’ notification kept appearing on the screen. As time was running out, Fumiko found herself in a very unpleasant situation and became desperate when she heard that the last train to Osaka was about to depart soon. Suddenly, a stranger in a baggy jacket approached her — he offered a helping hand by trying to give up his ticket to her which she initially refused. In the end, she gratefully accepted the stranger's offer without checking the destination of the ticket… When she boarded the train, she felt a sudden wave of dizziness in her head. She tried to stay awake but her eyelids were too heavy and she ultimately succumbed to the comfort of slumber as everything around her became white noises. Authored by: MashiroEh

If fate is a story already written, then what happens when someone who has already read it, decides to intervene? Thrown into the beginning of Shadow Slave, an outsider, a reader walks a path that was never meant to exist. He is not omniscient or invincible. He knows enough to make things worse.

zhang wei a tramisgratorbwho got trapped as a character in his friend novel suddenly became a father at 16 found himself in a mixed of trouble after loosing his core sea making himself the weakest among the Zhang family

In a world where history is written by the victors, the heavens have decided to reveal the truth. The year is 1522. The Sabaody Archipelago is in a state of high tension as the Supernovas gather, unaware that the Admiral Kizaru is closing in. But before the first bubble pops, the sky itself cracks open. A massive, indestructible golden screen manifests across the globe, visible from the deepest trenches of Fishman Island to the highest peaks of Mary Geoise. The Heavenly Gold List of Legends has arrived. This is not just a ranking; it is a cosmic judgment. It counts down the 50 most powerful beings to ever sail the seas—past, present, and those yet to reach their peak. As the countdown begins, the screen broadcasts "Future Sight" footage: legendary battles that haven't happened yet, secret origins of the Yonko, and the forgotten God Valley and even the truth of the Void Century. Luffy, Zoro, and the Straw Hats and Worst Genarations watch in shock as their future growth. The souls of Gol D. Roger, Rocks D. Xebec, are pulled into a global "Heavenly Chat Room," where they can comment and see their rankings, argue with the living, and influence the world from beyond the grave. With the Whitebeard War looming, the Gold List throws a wrench into the Navy’s plans. How can Akainu execute Ace when the screen just revealed that Garp has regained his prime, and the Pirate King is watching, and even a Young boy became Sun God? As the ranks climb toward the Top 10, the "Gods" of the world begin to tremble. Because at Rank 1, Two name is waiting that will tear the Empty Throne asunder. "I don't care about being a Legend," Luffy laughs. "I just want to be free!" "Then stand still, brat," the voice of Rocks D. Xebec echoes in the chat. "And watch how we changed the world." What to Expect: A meticulous, lore-accurate ranking of the strongest characters in One Piece history. Hilarious and intense interactions between current characters and deceased legends like Roger and Whitebeard. Watch how the timeline changes as characters use their "future knowledge" and System rewards to save loved ones and challenge the World Government earlier than ever. And a ultimate Marineford War. And Rocks will come to take revenge for God Valley.

Dire Crowley had observed Cygnus strange characteristics. He noticed that she didn’t contain any uniform or ceremonial robes, or not even one memory about a carriage traveling her to the gates. Though he completely ignored those strange characteristics and still made Cygnus arrive at the ceremony. Throughout the ceremony, Cygnus was introduced by the dorm leaders of each House: Heartslabyul, Savanaclaw, Octavinelle, Scarabia, Pomefiore, Ignihyde and Diasomnia. As Dire Crowley has sent her to face the Dark Mirror to dedicate on which dorm her soul belongs—but—her magical power was too strong for the Dark Mirror to determine. Therefore, Cygnus is left without a dorm alongside an explanation on what the Dark Mirror sensed. This has led to Cygnus becoming the talk of the Night Raven College. Dire Crowley offers Cygnus a shelter in Ramshackle Dorm for her to bear. Surprised by the Dark Mirror confirming that her power was powerful, Dire Crowley couldn’t let Cygnus roam around freely without bringing too much attention to herself. Cygnus had also offered her shelter to Grim: with him by her side, she wanted him to help her in order to get back home. Grim showed disinterest and plain distrust regarding her. However, Cygnus swayed him with tuna, which he automatically and shamelessly obliged. Being the only girl and perhaps the youngest, or oldest according her age being physically unknown, Cygnus tries to make her journey at least suitable for her to manage. Since her magical power was already revealed to be too strong that no dorm suited her, or too strong that not even the dorm leaders could compete, she knew that she would had to face some difficulties to gain more allies on her side. Would she accomplish such things knowing that she’s the reason why the Twisted Wonderland universe’s canon plot takes a turn? Find out now by joining in her journey!

Some memories refuse to stay buried. Ayla isn’t just a girl—she is Lena, a girl who died tragically, and Noah was hers. Now reincarnated, Ayla is drawn into a web of love, betrayal, and secrets that could kill her again. A shadow from the past is still watching, and someone she trusts may be the killer. In a game of love and revenge, remembering could be deadly.

Once upon a time, Eclipse lived a quiet life—until the Moon Goddess bound her to Malric NorthSteed, Alpha Prince of the North. A man who was Cold, Ruthless and Ambitious beyond mercy. On the night she was rejected as his mate, Malric slaughtered her entire pack… and then crowned another woman his bride. Buried under the burning betrayal, Eclipse dies with her family, but five years later, she is reborn as Arrow—an assassin feared by wicked nobles and criminals alike; a ghost whispered through the underworld. Every life she takes is training that sharpens her resolve toward a single purpose: Kill Malric NorthSteed. Then burn his entire empire to the ground. But Malric is no longer just an Alpha Prince. He is now the Alpha King of the North—untouchable behind towering palace walls and absolute power. So to reach him, Eclipse must do the unthinkable. She enters the grand Bridal Selection, a ruthless competition of fifty women vying to become his next Luna Queen—each bride hiding secrets, ambitions, and bloodstained desires of their own. Disguised, surrounded by spies and trapped among obsessed rivals and lethal politics, Eclipse plays the role of the demure woman seeking Malric’s heart… while plotting to rip it from his chest. Yet as the competition turns deadly, a terrifying truth emerges. In this game of hearts and death, she is far from the only pawn on the board; Her family’s massacre was no simple act of cruelty; The bond she once shared with Malric NorthSteed had been anything but an accident; Not to mention that Malric has been playing this game long before she even drew her bow, Eclipse tows the line of danger while donning on a fake mask before him. Because if Malric discovers who she truly is— If he realizes she is the mate he once rejected— If the embers between them ignite into something dangerously real— Then Eclipse will face a fate far worse than death. For when he catches her, no arrow, no mask, no hatred will save her. Not from his vengeance. Not from his power. Not from the forbidden love that could destroy them both.

Leo wakes up in a foreign world with no memory of his name, past, or purpose. The only thing he’s certain of is this: if he wants answers, he’ll have to survive. Forced into a lethal trial designed to forge assassins, Leo navigates a brutal alien landscape filled with rival killers, hidden agendas, and treacherous power plays. His instincts are flawless, his reactions precise. It’s as if he was born for this, though he has no idea why. As the tests grow bloodier and secrets begin to unravel, Leo learns he may not be just another participant, for whispers of a legendary figure begin to follow him, a being long believed to be dead, a God-Killer with no equal. Now a target of both fear and worship, Leo must master his skills, uncover the truth behind his identity, and outwit enemies who’d rather see him buried than reborn. Because behind the silence of his forgotten past lies a legacy too powerful to ignore, and a destiny that refuses to be denied. -------- NOTE - The MC in this story is a cunning vigilante type character who is morally gray and will often make questionable choices not befitting a traditional 'Hero' type character. Find me on discord at - raj_shah_7152 or join the server - https://discord.gg/rFXGz9NBe2

One hundred years of bitterness. One chance to erase it all. In the 21st century, the world didn’t just change; it rotted. As the "Awakening" granted god-like powers to the elite, the gap between the empowered and the "Dormant" became a death sentence. Erik lived through a century of it, watching his family starve, witnessing the corruption of presidents, and surviving a war that left him with nothing but a thirst for revenge. When a dying stranger offers him a mysterious drug marked with a Golden Lion, Erik doesn't hesitate. He wakes up in the past, housed in his twenty-year-old body, back when his family was still the elite of the nation. But the "Awakening" he finally receives is far from what he expected. With a Strength stat of 0 and an Agility of 1, he is physically the weakest man on the planet. However, his Intelligence (100) and Luck (120) are off the charts, granting him the rarest of designations: The Mastermind. Armed with a "Guide Book" that reveals the hidden stats and tragic futures of those around him, Erik begins a high-stakes game of human chess. His first move? Rescuing Ezekiel Brown, a naive teenage prodigy destined to become the government’s greatest enslaved weapon. In this life, Erik won't be the one fighting on the front lines. He will be the one holding the leash. From the shadows of his family’s mansion, he will build an army of the world's strongest warriors, outsmart the corrupt leaders of the future, and ensure that those who stepped on the weak finally learn to crawl. "The world thinks power is found in a sword or a spell. I’m going to show them that power is knowing exactly where to strike."