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Some people survive the unsurvivable. The world calls this resilience. The world has never had to live inside it. Kisuno Minazawa is fourteen years old and has been surviving since he was three — since the night he watched a person with frozen eyes take everything from him, since the years he spent running through Tokyo's forgotten spaces, since three weeks in a warehouse with two broken teenagers who chose him as family and paid for that choice with everything they had. He is very tired of it. Relocated to Kurosawa, a quietly defeated city in Gifu Prefecture, Kisuno enters Shirakawa Higashi High School carrying grief eight years old and no lighter for the aging. Within days the school knows his name. Within a week it knows what the internet says about it — that the white-haired transfer student with the dead blue eyes is the reason two people are in a cemetery under a zelkova tree. What follows is not a redemption story. It is not about finding light at the end of anything. It is about what depression looks like when it isn't performed for an audience. The hollow mechanics of surviving a day. The smile deployed to keep people from looking too closely. The rooftop visited not with drama but with the quiet, exhausted arithmetic of someone who ultimately doesn't have the energy to act. Two graves haven't been visited in two months. The chrysanthemums have gone brown. But Kisuno is still here. That has always been the most complicated thing about him. FOLLOW YOUR HEART: FUTURE EVENTS - 自分の心に従って：今後のイベント - RATED: MA29+

A girl named Red wants to exact her revenge on a man who has ruined her life; she continues her search accompanied by her companion, Alice. They are no ordinary humans; they are ‘Fables’—the name given to those who possess a weapon called ‘Everafter’, a weapon whose capabilities sometimes defy human understanding. They will be given missions by Mother, and whilst carrying out these missions, they will encounter many other Fables who will become both friends and foes. Life as a Fable does not guarantee a dignified existence or widespread popularity; they will frequently encounter people who dislike them. And they must continue to survive despite being hated by people they do not even know. —————————————————— This story is also being submitted to Royal Road. This description has been updated to verify that I am the original author.

She grew up ashamed of him. To her, he was everything a father shouldn't be: incompetent, greedy, selfish, and utterly embarrassing. Living at the very bottom of society, he couldn’t provide her the comfort or dignity she longed for. Her childhood was colored by disappointment, resentment, and a deep desire to escape the shadow of a man she believed had failed her in every way. She avoided him. She hated the way he scrimped and saved. She hated the way he dressed, the way he spoke, the way he simply existed. But then, everything changed. One day, she stumbled upon a truth too heavy to bear: her father had been silently battling cancer for sixteen years. He endured endless pain, not for himself, but to stay alive for her. To make sure she was fed. Clothed. Safe. By the time she understood the weight of his sacrifice, it was too late. He was gone. And for the first time in her life, she wept not from shame or frustration, but from grief, regret, and a love she had never realized was there all along. A heartbreaking tale of misunderstanding, sacrifice, and redemption, My Daughter Says: Having a Father Like Me is Really Embarrassing will leave you in tears, reminding us all that love sometimes hides behind the quietest of struggles. ---------- Source Material: 女儿说：有我这种父亲，真丢人

A wimpy, safety-first, and cautious ordinary man climbs the tower.

Traveling to a world where ghost stories and abnormal creatures are rampant, Serie not only becomes a beautiful, fragile, and sickly girl like a porcelain doll, but is also taken in by the salvation organization as an S-level abnormal creature and imprisoned in a steel fortress in the deep sea. But Serie didn't care, because she found that as long as she closed her eyes, those witches condensed by fear, desire and power would open their demon eyes on the other side of the world. They were walking taboos and also puppets dancing on Serie's fingertips. Each witch has a completely different form and ability. Complete tasks, light up the skill tree, and continuously upgrade and evolve. Beautiful and powerful S-class witches appeared one after another like mushrooms after rain—— "The Witch of Pleasure plunges New York into a lewd abyss?" "The Dread Devourer ate the Golden Gate Bridge clean?" "The Slaughter Witch rules the battlefield, weaving nightmares for her enemies with threads of blood?" "The ruling witch made the organization's top executives betray her and become her loyal servants?" Alarms on the radio sounded one after another, and the employees were talking about Serie's trumpet, some with fear, some with admiration, and some with vigilance, but they would never know that the culprit of all this was that useless and cute girl who was tied with chains and restraints and did nothing every day except act coquettishly and wait for food. Serie said nothing, just buried her face in the pillow and continued to play the simulation game: "Let's open a new account... I want to try a different evolution path this time."

A primarch is many things: a son, a soldier, a general, a diplomat, a king, but can one be a dragon? What happens when a soul finds himself reborn as a primarch and lands in the world of Westeros and becomes the conqueror who even time itself would bow before? A/N: I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad and other FanFiction websites.

Zeth would never have imagined the plague of corporate culture infecting the heavens, yet here he was, sitting on the rim of a fountain in the divine city, unable to land a job. After being given a chance to revive as a rich bum, Zeth poured his heart into getting a job. But after being rejected everywhere, he had to settle for an internship with Death…the poorest god in heaven. Now, he struggles to find followers for the God of Death before his contract expires and he dies again, all while completing his quests and… [In order to wield the powers of death, the host must let go of all materialistic desires.] "Wait... what do you mean by fight naked?"

Sunless once wondered why the stars shone so brightly, despite being far out of reach. There was a scientific explanation out there, but he didn’t care about that. If the world wanted to spite him, he’d spite the world back. Sunny will reach for the stars, grasp them, and crush them, drowning the universe with a lightless sky. *** Cover by N0tEpic. Full cover can be found in the first chapter of the AO3 version of this fic.

Kim Seo-jin was just an ordinary man, trapped in the monotony of everyday life. But one day, he awakens—not as himself, but as a baby in the hands of a mysterious veiled woman, seated on a throne in a crimson-lit hall. Surrounded by dark-robed followers, he realizes he has been reborn as the young master of a fearsome cult. With nothing but his wits and the burning desire to be more than normal, Seo-jin must navigate this ominous world of power, danger, and ambition—where every decision could shape his fate… or doom him.

This novel contains a number of drawn stories and tales, hence the title, The Horror World. aapko kae sacche aur jhute khaniya milegi.

Gaining consciousness as a background character in a novel, Ring attempts to reach the conclusion of the story in the hopes of making it to the real world. ... Looking up, a white flat box appeared: ┌─────═━┈┈━═─────┐ [Chapter 105: Village Investigation] … Severing the orc's head cleanly off, Incus stood atop it as she regained her breath. └─────═━┈┈━═─────┘ "I see now, so I'm in a novel... I presume that's the draft. The novel's draft." ... Discord server: https://discord.gg/vTwc7wtwBe (Song by willow_ashes on discord) https://suno.com/s/2o9ib4jMfOvopUk7

#Read the Prologue!!! [CONTENT WARNING: This work is intended for an adult audience (18+). Contains explicit sexual content, visceral violence and dark psychological dynamics.] MAIN TAGS: #DualCultivation #Smut #DarkFantasy #Yandere #Harem #OverpoweredProtagonist #Violence #ObsessiveRomance #WorldBuilding SYNOPSIS: In a remote village far from the conflicts of the cultivation world, Zhì Yuǎn and Yù Qíng lived simple lives. He was a quiet young man with calloused hands and an unnatural clarity — someone who seemed to understand the truth behind things without ever needing to be taught. She was his wife, a woman whose love for him was deep, fierce, and dangerously absolute. When the two of them finally awaken to Qi, they do not follow the ancient paths or bow to the heavens like others. Instead, they create their own method — a path of Dual Cultivation that binds their bodies and souls together in a way that defies the natural order. What begins as survival and growth soon becomes something far more dangerous. Because the world outside their small village does not tolerate anomalies. As their power grows, so does the attention of ancient sects, powerful clans, and ambitious cultivators who would rather see them dead than let them rise. But what they fail to understand is that the real threat has never been Zhì Yuǎn alone. It has always been the woman standing beside him — the one willing to burn the world if it means protecting what belongs to her. Zhì Yuǎn was never meant to be a hero. He never received a divine mission or a heavenly mandate. He simply chose to walk forward. And Yù Qíng chose to make sure nothing would stand in his way.

Somewhere between death and memory, she was remade. Pulled from the ashes of a failed expedition, a nameless girl wakes in a place called Solmere Bastion — an alchemical refuge built for the broken and forgotten. With no past but the relic she clutches, she is reborn as Ravine — a name given, not remembered. But the Dead Zone does not let go so easily. Whispers linger. Dreams unravel. The relic she carries is no ordinary pendant — it's a Matron’s Bloom; a sacred object passed only to those meant to carry on a bloodline... or a burden. As Ravine walks the rain-soaked halls of the Bastion, haunted by names that might have once been hers, she must uncover not just who she was — but who she is becoming. Because in this world, alchemy gives nothing for free. To live again is to owe something. And the Gate always comes to collect. Aporia is a slow-burn fantasy of identity, grief, and quiet magic — perfect for fans of lyrical prose, introspective journeys, and stories that linger long after the last page.

Twins tormented growing up in an orphanage find themselves in the same military school as Quinn Talen and Sil Blade. While Quinn and Sil make a name for themselves, Minx walks her own path in their background. She has protected her brother Midas from bullies all her life with her Plant ability but must keep her true strength and her relationship with Sil a secret while growing her team. With new friends and trying to decide if people really can be trusted, she fights to protect the family she built with Sil while trying to discover the truth about herself and her heritage. All chapters are currently released but the story has room for expansion. At this moment, the author is waiting to see if Sil is in My Vampire Awakening that has yet to come out. The current chapters are aligned with My Vampire System (MVS) and the associated timeline. The story is currently under a revision as the original protagonist has been given her own story outside the Talenverse. The names have already been changed but some events still need to be changed or removed. There is a "spacer" chapter to denote editing. Audience aged 16 and up as some trauma is SA. It's not graphically described but it's enough to understand what happened. This will go away after the revisions are complete as the villain responsible for this behavior is being swapped out..

[Anti-Hero | Revenge story] "What the fu..?! I got transmigrated?" "Holy shit… A 44-year-old M!LF, a 25-year-old sister, a 21-year-old younger one, and twin cousins my age? And this idiot was adopted? Thank you, God. I swear I'm not wasting this second chance." 'So this fool was raised like a lamb…but they have no idea that this very lamb is about to turn into a lion.' ********************************************************** Meet, Riku Higashi, a notorious Japanese hacker on the run, dies tragically.  But fate isn't finished with him. He is reborn in India as an 18-year-old high schooler, Rohit with a brand new identity and a house full of tempting opportunities. Raised as the heir to a billionaire, Rohit soon discovers the truth: this life is not a gift, but a countdown. Once he turns twenty, he is meant to be disposed of. What begins as freedom quickly twists into tension. What his handlers fail to realize is that in his past life, Riku was no ordinary criminal. He was a master mind wanted by twenty-one nations—a wolf in sheep's clothing. Given the perfect opportunity, he can return every betrayal a thousandfold. This new life offers pleasure, power, and the tempting possibility of redemption. He could erase his criminal past and live in comfort, untouched by shadows. But fate has other plans. The very secret organization responsible for his death has resurfaced, haunting his path to power once more. As his past tightens its grip, Rohit must choose: hide behind a new face—or confront the darkness head-on. To the world, he could become a billionaire prodigy. To the underworld, a relentless hunter. And this time, he has everything to lose, and everything to take back. One thing is certain. His story will not be confined within a single nation’s borders. More Tags: #Psychological, #Revenge, #FamilyBusiness, #DarkRomance, #Possesive, #Corruption, #Blackmail, #Scifi, #Mafia, #Espionage, #FaceSlapping, #WifeStealing Notes: - Recommended for Kink Lovers and Tabboo themes. - System mentioned is Ai based(no-magic). It will be introduced after ch-65. - Dont jump to R-18 , or you would miss up the connecting links.Every plot has a meaning. - The story is based on fiction, and any resemblance to real-life place , person, brand or events should be considered a coincidence. Treat this as an AU of modern world dynamics where everything is same but names and personalities different. -The cover picture is AI-based. In case anyone has any issues, please feel free to reach out to me. Thank you for reading. Chapter Release Schedule as per Indian Standard Time Official Timing: 23:30 IST – 24:30 IST(Daily chapter release) Optional Timing: 11:30 IST – 12:30 IST(Occasional bonus release) Event Timing: Random(Bonus or mass chapter drops) Expected Output:8 to 12 chapters per week(~1.5k–2k words each)

Nothing is set in stone—not time, not fate, and certainly not Death. But in Rudra's existence, one thing has remained constant: a person. In her tears and rage. In her love and hatred. Now, Rudra is determined to figure out why she was the only one who mourned his death while the rest of the world celebrated his demise—especially since they had always stood on opposite sides of the war. And her answer might be the one thing he holds most dear—the only truth that remains truly sacred. [Recently, while writing a fresh chapter I realised I may be writing a scene which may trigger a few people. It is a torture scene. I tried to make it as less descriptive as possible, walking around it instead of making it too descriptive. The specific scene is in Chapter 17 and 18- avoid these chapters if you don't like too intense stuffs. But I will still like to leave a warning :) ALSO, while writing if I find that I have to write more scenes like that involving torture, war, Gore, I may update the list of chapters to avoid UPDATE: Chapter 26,27 contain things of depression, truama and a little self-harm scene. Please avoid this chapter if you get triggered by these stuffs.]

MAGICLAND is a sprawling fantasy world that balances delicately between the vibrancy of life and the growing shadow of darkness. This universe is home to a remarkable diversity of races, including elves, demons, humans, demihumans, and dwarves, among others. It combines elements of medieval and modern technology, magic and fantastic creatures. The world is made up of five main continents that are in constant conflict, mainly due to demonic influence. After a century of peace achieved through heroic sacrifices, an ancient evil once again threatens stability. In this work, we will focus our attention on the prestigious Arcanum Bellator Academy. The ARCANUM BELLATOR ACADEMY is an institution located in the City of Valoria, on the continent of AETHORIA (the human continent), within the defenses of Fort Dawnshield. Founded 80 years ago by Queen Elara Dawnshield I, its mission is to prepare elite warriors in the fusion of martial skills and arcane knowledge, with the aim of facing future demonic threats. Our protagonist is Phantsin Dawnfire. Phantsin is a 13-year-old boy who was orphaned at the age of 5, after the murder of his parents, both renowned Dawnblades knight-mages, in a demonic ambush. He and his little sister, Flower, were taken in by the enigmatic noble Master Seamo. Since then, he has enjoyed a comfortable and privileged life, although marked by trauma and the urgent need to become strong. Phantsin hides a grave secret: within him resides a purple fire, a form of forbidden magic linked to the Void (the energy of the Great Demon). His greatest fear is being discovered, since the Inquisition would condemn him to death. His main motivation is to protect his sister Flower, the only family he has left. Throughout this narrative, we will explore dramas, conflicts, friendships, romances, confrontations, investigations, betrayals, comic moments and plot twists. Likewise, NSFW topics will be discussed in a subtle and respectful way. This journey does not seek the acquisition of power, but rather learning control over it and understanding its purpose. In the Arcanum Bellator, Phantsin will be seen as an outcast: a child prodigy surrounded by older, more experienced students, both in magic and political matters. You will face feelings of resentment, admiration, and immense pressure to perform at the highest level. His innate talent will clash with a structured teaching approach by instructors who fear his unpredictable fire. Its central conflict is internal: revenge versus protection. Will he transform into a weapon of pure destruction or learn to use his fire as a constructive and protective force, truly honoring his parents' legacy?

Depth-Dwellers are long extinct. All except for a single one.. Waking up after being dragged by the pressuring tides, Cetas finds himself in the middle of an unfamiliar ship, greeted by a distinct group of pirates. Without any knowledge about humanity at all, he traverses the seas with the unknown band of pirates and learns about their culture and speech. In a world where 'Zeal' serves an essence for humanity's power, Cetas must learn to ascend the ranks to protect those that he cherishes. For when the mysteries beyond the fog arises, the Dreadspawns begin to wreak havoc, and the Leviathans rise up into the world.. 'Would Cetas become a 'human' worthy of saving those that he loves?'