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I curate exhibitions. I study beauty. I keep my hands clean. New York is too loud, and the men who run it are louder. Some of them have been going quiet lately, one at a time, without a mark on them, without a struggle, without a single drop of blood on the carpet. The police call me the Silent Monster. I prefer Belladonna. A detective is looking for a ghost. My patron thinks I've become noise. And somewhere between the two, I made the only mistake I have ever made: I let myself feel something. Some things fade naturally. Others are helped.

In a world where magic is forbidden and witches are hunted, Ashlynn Blackwell has hidden her mark of the witch since birth. The night of her wedding she's betrayed and her secret is exposed. Attacked by her husband and his knights, Ashlynn was abandoned and left for dead in the wilderness. Rescued by the vampire lady Nyrielle, Ashlynn is offered a choice: die as a human or embrace her power as a witch. Bound by a mystical blood pact, Ashlynn is plunged into a world of ancient magic, immortal vampires, and deadly political intrigue for the chance to find eternal love. [Bronze Winner: Weekly Love Tales - Vampire] [Book of the Month: September/October 2024]

Update every Monday (might consider more update per week) Discord: https://discord.gg/CFnwCVJBYZ ************************************** They made her a monster when they took away her mother. And now that monster is coming back for them. Thirteen years. That was how long Mỹ Phan had spent in slavery. She had no hope for a better life or a future, and her only lifeline was her mother. That all changed when the facility she was held in was raided by the Black Angel Divisions. Just when she had a sliver of hope in life, her mother was brutally killed by a bandit in front of her eyes. She was rescued and taken in by the man who saved her. It is now 2050, five years after the incident. Mỹ joins the Black Angels Division to become a mercenary in one of the world's largest Private Military Companies, formed after the third World War to combat against rampant crime and piracy around the world. With a simple goal, unwavering resolve, and chaotic unhinged personality, Mỹ "Maple" Phan will turn the underground world upside down, battling against criminal syndicates, pirate overlords, and corporate tyrannies, all to exact her vengeance. ************************************** What to expect : - Modern military, semi-realistic tactical action, John Wick-esque gun-fu - Semi-Dystopian world overrun by pirates, criminals, and greedy corporations - Trauma and emotional maturity - Found family and friends - Wacky, chaotic, and deeply traumatized bisexual anti-hero FMC - Polyamorous relationships with people of all genders (No Harem, all relationships are mutually acknowledged) - NSFW content (sexual content, disturbing topics, depictions of cruelty) - No AI usage in both writing and art (all art pieces used in the novel were commissioned)

What good will it do a man to gain immortality, yet forfeit his soul.? I know very well that my words will never justify my actions, but it really was worth it. This is the only thing I can say in my defense and if there is a hell we will see each other there. Everything else is in the story and if you are not afraid of hell. You are free to join...true. ? ◈—◈—◈—◈—◈—◈—◈—◈—◈ ☣️ DISCLEIMER ☣️ This novel is a product of my imagination with a surreal plot and should be treated as such, where each and every one of the characters is 18 years old or older and any act is previously consented. Even if they say otherwise, it's all part of the story or their performance.

Ghost portals opened all across the world, and getting possessed seemed as common as catching a fever. As such, humanity was forced to live in safe zones that were steadily shrinking day by day. Yet to Lana, nothing was new. She was reborn on the day when the true daughter of the Almond family returned. She watched as Brenda, her murderer from the past life, was pampered by the Almond siblings. “Lana, you should know your place and leave.” Eldest Young Almond ordered with glacial disdain. “A wretch like you never belonged to the Almond Family. Pitiful mutt.” Second Young Master Almond chuckled, his venom-laced words resounding, “And if possible, stop comparing yourself to Brenda. She is a rare awakened Dream Warden, while you... sigh. Marry a beggar, and that would be the grandest achievement in your life.” “I always wondered why a dim-witted person like her ended up as our sister. Sigh... I am concerned that she might perish after being possessed by a roadside ghost.” The Third Young Master derided. For safety and peace, Lana left the Almond family and forged her own empire. Trash? She became a supreme Talisman Practitioner! Marry a beggar? The wealthy heirs in Brookvale lined up to wed her! Die in the hands of a roadside ghost? The specters in the ghost zones trembled upon hearing her name! Poor mutt? Heh! Her business empire earned her billions of dollars every single month! Even her past life’s moonlight was shamelessly flirting with her! Lana never thought that her past life's misery was orchestrated by a schemer, neither she thought that her luck was stolen away by the docile lovable daughter of the Almond family. In this life, she vowed to live a thriving life and protect her luck. She fought off ghosts haunting her world while fighting the mysterious forces. .......................................................................................... Extract “Mister, I feel a connection with you. Would you like to adopt me?” Lana fluttered her eyelashes while gazing at the handsome young man with lustrous black hair. Yet what intoxicated her the most was the radiant purple and gold aura around her past life’s moonlight! So delicious! She longed to devour him whole! “No.” His deep voice reverberated in Lana’s heart, making her freeze for a second. ‘Ah... sure enough... an untouchable flower like him... is out of my league!’ “However... I do need a silver cat.” His words were laced with ambiguity as he stared at her intently, “Especially the dauntless one that loves to sneak into my bed at night and claw my admirers.” Lana •silver cat•: “...” Ugh... no, it’s not me .....................................................................................

"For millennia, mankind and the djinn have been locked in an endless war of occupation. As a result of this conflict, the number of lives lost is immeasurable as nations rose and fell over time. Various factions and armies rose to face the djinn threat in order to prevent the occupation of the human realm by the hostile djinn invaders. But as of the last few centuries, there has been a stalemate between the two with no side taking any decisive action over the other. That is until a series of seemingly small encounters would result in a butterfly effect that would change the course of history forever. Whether that was for better or worse was still yet to be decided."

Content Notice!!!! This is an alternate-history work featuring reincarnation and supernatural elements. It deals extensively with geopolitics, warfare, religion, ethnicity, imperial power, and morally complex decisions. The narrative portrays real-world inspired historical tensions and uncomfortable subjects without simplification. It is intended for mature readers interested in political strategy, historical speculation, and philosophical conflict. Not recommended for those seeking light entertainment. Although at the beginning there will be comedy, and even slight Romance. And there will be Family Building. --- Reborn as the Iron Prince In his first life, Zhang Ge was no hero. A former child performer turned engineer and logistics analyst, he understood war not as glory—but as systems, supply chains, and men dying because someone miscalculated fuel. Then he died. When he opens his eyes again, he is no longer in the 21st century. He awakens in imperial Germany — inside the body of Prince Oskar of Prussia, fifth son of Kaiser Wilhelm II. The year is 1904. Europe stands balanced on a knife’s edge. The Great War is ten years away. And this time… he remembers everything. Armed with knowledge of future catastrophes — trench warfare, naval blockades, industrial slaughter — Oskar refuses to become another ornamental royal. Instead, he begins reshaping the empire from within: Modernizing industry before rivals awaken. Reforming logistics before generals understand their weakness. Building dreadnoughts that rival Britain’s fleet. Forging elite forces that fight with tomorrow’s doctrine. Investing in technology decades ahead of its time. But power attracts enemies. Within the palace, jealous princes whisper. Within the army, old men resist reform. Across Europe, empires grow uneasy at Germany’s sudden acceleration. And in the shadows, forces that do not fly flags begin to move. Oskar does not dream of conquest. He dreams of survival. Yet the stronger he makes Germany, the closer the world drifts toward the very war he is trying to prevent. Can one reincarnated strategist alter the course of history — or will he simply forge a stronger empire for an even greater storm? --- Disclaimer This work is a speculative alternate-history fiction in which a modern man is reborn as Prince Oskar of Prussia and attempts to reshape early 20th-century Europe. While inspired by real historical figures and events, all characterizations, timelines, and outcomes are fictional and should not be interpreted as accurate representations of historical reality.

A story of a transmigrator returning once more to the moment it all began… The splendor and humiliation of his past life have long faded. In this life, the road to power must be walked from the very beginning. The path of the strong is one of solitude. Indifference, ruthlessness, deception, patience… If any of these can serve as shortcuts to strength, he will take them without hesitation! •. •. YO! Tetsuya (MC) doesn’t focus only on Poison-types, he has several others. It’s just that in the "previous timeline", that was his specialty and he became skilled at it. Any normal person would start with what they’re good at and then expand into other paths (Types). --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12 CH/W Disclaimer. This fanfic is an translation by the author 岑自省. All rights to the original work belong to its creator.

The aliens came with hostility. Facing the invasion of aliens, human beings are weak like ants. So this is the end, the real end. But there is resistance when there is an invasion. For some, this is not the end, it is war. So this is war. Real war!

In the year 1923, a century after the War of Darkness, the strigoi, a vampiric race of mutants, launched an attack on humanity. As the dust settles, the residents of Thamesford grapple with their new reality. A world at war. With this, humanity faces off against an evil that once again rears its ugly head. A race against time to end the conflict before the losses become too heavy to bear, and a struggle to stay human, figuratively and literally. However, that may not be all that lingers, as great powers stir awake, and hints of an otherworldly plot begin to brew in the background.

Terra II, a world split into vast planes, where deserts stretch ceaselessly and horrors—roamed without rest. It is a land scarred by self made nightmares that never fade. The Common Era, where the concept of happiness has been abandoned. No story begins with joy, and none end with peace. One mistake—a misplaced word, a fleeting gesture—is all that it took. Strength was never the problem. You survived long enough to know that looking strong, feeling strong, and being strong are three different lies people tell themselves to keep moving. Terra is heavy. The roads are long and boundless like the deserts. And family...family—that has been stripped away. Once? Twice? no, Thrice? You’ve walked. You’ve run. You’ve shot at everything. You've seen your friends perish away, your self-made family rotting away, and how do you cover it? By carrying a carload of supplies through every kind of conceivable catastrophe. ———————— I'm pretty nervous how this version will be received and since i went for both magic and a modern setting. I'm not really good as creating things so i took inspiration from some well known media, so if it seems familiar, i tried as best i could to make it my own. but idk. Lets see, it starts to pick up the pace slowly. It's a slow born sort of thing. short ass rant, lol. Kristen out, peace.

The beginning of the apocalypse brought chaos and disaster to humanity. It tore away the mask of society and revealed the cruelty hiding beneath. Ivy Ravencroft experienced it all firsthand. Her family was unfair and cruel, and they abused her so badly that she went blind. Her lover died trying to protect her, and she spent the next five years struggling to survive, until she finally died in the apocalypse. But then, Ivy woke up again, reborn in the first year of the apocalypse. At first, she felt hopeless. If only she had returned to a time before the apocalypse, she could have gathered food, weapons, and supplies to survive better. Still, she was grateful for one thing: she had kept her special ability, the power to create safe zones. This time, Ivy made a promise. She would protect her lover, find her real family, and take revenge on everyone who had hurt her. .................................. "Huh? Why is there a bento box lying here?" Ivy asked, confused. "What bento? Are you trying to trick me again?" Silas asked, sadness in his eyes. "This one!" Ivy said, holding up the packaged meal and waving it at him. "What the... where did that come from?" Silas stared at it in shock. Ivy’s eyes widened. She realized something, only she could see these items, and when she picked them up, they became real. "Can… I buy it from you?" Silas asked, unsure. "Of course. But I won't give it to you for free." Ivy smiled like a fox. Silas closed his eyes; he was ready for her to demand something sky-high and said, "Okay. Tell me how many gold bars you want." Ivy smiled and teased, "I don't want gold bars; they are way too cheap. I want one kiss." Silas: Blushing hard. His subordinates: "..." This wave of dog food was too unexpected! ....................................................... With the supplies, picking a superpower and a safe zone superpower, Ivy built her own residential area. She gained Kindness Energy and multiplied supplies with the help of Temporal Storage. While other bases struggled to make a simple house, she used her golden finger to make luxurious buildings and rent them out, becoming the big shot in the apocalypse.

Zen came to the East-Wing Warriors Academy during his mandatory cooldown period. After years as a war veteran in a world of elemental warfare, the cost of a choice he had made was finally catching up to his body. The choice to become the one this cruel world could always rely on to hold the line when everything else was failing. The very power that gave him the ability to protect others was also taking away his time. Something he had already made peace with. His journey wasn't over yet — not until he had every Authority he was looking for. But he needed to find the people he could pass it on to before the journey ended. Fallen Elementals is an anime-style slow-burn character tragedy about what happens when the strongest person in the room is also the one dying fastest. Expect: • Long-term storytelling. • Character and group dynamics. • Occasional slice of life and comedy. • Ensemble POV & Found family.

Christmas break is supposed to be a time for peace, parties and festive cheer. But for Molly and her best friend Sarah, the holidays are about to become a nightmare. Staying behind at their sorority house while the town prepares for Christmas, the two friends are enjoying the quiet-until news breaks of a brutal murder in a nearby park. Then the rumours begin. A dangerous man has escaped from a psychiatric institution just days earlier, and whispers spread that the killer has returned to his hometown. As fear grips the community and the winter nights grow darker, Molly and Sarah begin to wonder just how safe they really are. With Molly's boyfriend, Adam, and his best friend, Cameron, caught up in the growing panic, suspicion spreads and nobody knows who to trust. The killer could be closer than anyone imagines, and the truth may be far more terrifying than the rumours. The snow is falling. The mist is rising. And somewhere in the darkness, someone is waiting. This Christmas, the season of giving becomes a season of killing.

A city clings to a cliff and burns its dead into light. The ledgers say the numbers balance. Rowan Mire, a municipal scribe who trusts columns more than people, finds a sum that cannot exist: refinery output higher than recorded deaths. The arithmetic points to an unspeakable truth—the living are being rendered. Chased by polite men with borrowed authority and cornered by committees that speak in hymns and euphemisms, Rowan is dragged from his desk into Karst’s underways: grief-houses that sing, bell-helmed enforcers who hum thoughts out of focus, and the Catacombs where morrowglass is refined and secrets are salted into stone. He makes an uneasy pact with Lysa Vane, a mortician whose inked anchors keep her memories from washing away. Together they follow forged chits, nervous stamps, and a tremor in the city’s seal straight toward the engine that runs Karst—and the hands that feed it. Magic here is Hollowing: swallow a measured grain of morrowglass, etch a precise vector, pay a precise price. Light blooms; something in you goes missing. Lumen steals warmth, Kint frays your body-map, Echo eats faces and names; every burn carves a tidy hole. Anchor yourself or become a Wick, a conduit chained to a ward-pylon, identity burned to ash while the city drinks your shine. As the Stormward shivers and factions circle—the Consular Guild that monetizes mercy, the Lantern Church that hymns “Useful Endings,” the Wardens who call cruelty maintenance—Rowan must decide how much of himself he’s willing to spend to expose the architecture of a crime written in perfect penmanship. Each step deeper into the ledger turns him into the kind of weapon the city pretends it doesn’t use. If he keeps burning, the math may work; if the math works, there may be nothing left of him to claim the answer. Expect a slow-burn dark fantasy with street-level intrigue, hard rules and real costs for magic, morally gray bargains, razor-edged dialogue, and a long-form progression that peels power out of people one measured grain at a time.

This is a place where everyone can become a God. Han Wu was a Divine Being whose parents went missing when he was young. He lived with his grandfather until he was eighteen when he first received his core race. Unfortunately he was cursed with misfortune. Not only did his grandfather pass away but he also received one of the weakest core races, the locusts. After suffering much humiliation from the bullies and being ignored by largely everyone, he took his life. Little did he know however the end of his life was also the start of someone else. An unknown soul from the modern civilization reincarnated in his body. Taking on his name and body, “Han Wu” started clawing his way upward to become strong enough to search for his missing parents as per the will of his dead grandfather as well as staking his claim in this large world. Official: A civilization where everyone can become Gods. Myriads of civilizations ranging from tranquil worlds to outright brutal hellscapes. Civilizations where goblins, orcs, angels, demons, undead, and all manner of life forms flourished. Wielding his locusts as his loyal subjects, Han Wu swore to take advantage of every civilization and become strong enough to protect everything he loved.

Six Friends. Five Years. One Secret. Five years ago, Skyler left the peaceful, quaint town of Harmony in his rear-view mirror and vowed never to return. But the past has a way of catching up with people. Skyler is invited back to his hometown to attend a reunion. Upon returning, he's greeted with a warm welcome by his old friends, but some wounds don't heal enough over time, and Skyler remains distant to two friends in particular: the bride and groom-to-be. After catching up and revisiting his past life, the friends get back to their old ways, and everything seems to be going smoother than they could have ever imagined. But when the friends each receive an envelope with nothing more than their names on each one, they're hesitant to open them, but once they do, the message reads: I KNOW YOUR SECRET The friends quickly dismiss the letters as a prank and seemingly go on with their day. But when one of the group is attacked by someone wearing a long raincoat, and their face hidden behind the shadows of their silhouette, the group starts to believe that it wasn't just a prank; it was a warning. As the tension mounts, the group suspects one another. They're forced to revisit the secret they all buried deep in their past, and a secret that was sworn to never be spoken about again is now the one thing that may hold clues to stopping their stalker once and for all.

For decades, humanity has lived in a world that isn't quite what it seems. Since the Great Awakening of 1952, magic, monsters, and people capable of supernatural feats have existed beneath the surface of ordinary society. And while most people remain blissfully unaware of the hidden world around them, eighteen-year-old Cyrus Moore is about to have that ignorance ripped away, whether he wants it to or not. After a devastating accident leaves him on the brink of death, Cyrus awakens to something impossible: a power he never knew that existed within him. Suddenly thrust into a world of sorcerers, supernatural creatures, secret organizations, and dangerous mysteries, Cyrus discovers that surviving is far more complicated than simply learning how to control his newfound abilities. Every answer seems to uncover another secret, and every step forward draws him deeper into a conflict that has been unfolding long before he was ever made aware of it. With enemies lurking in the shadows and allies whose true intentions aren't always clear, Cyrus must learn who he can trust while struggling to understand what is happening around him. But the deeper Cyrus ventures into this hidden world, the more he realizes that his awakening may not be all that it seems. Something is changing. Reality is beginning to crack at the edges. Old mysteries are beginning to surface. Dangerous forces are moving in the shadows. And the boundary between humanity and the supernatural is becoming increasingly fragile. Cyrus wanted an escape from an ordinary life. Instead, he awakened to a world where magic is real, monsters are hunting, and the greatest danger may be the truth waiting to be uncovered. The awakening has begun, and reality will never be the same….