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Beneath these hollowed skies, we see the danger, but can't quite grasp if ot's real. Maybe the naivety of humanity can be lethal.. What's seen as simple side effects can slowly turn out to be the cause of the destruction of it all. A lethal infection starts; zombies take over the world. They lose their ability to think straight. They are here to get us all! A quiet, character-driven horror about a slow-burning zombie apocalypse told through shifting POVs, including found documents. Book genres: Fantasy Sci-fi Survival Post-Apocalyptic Horror (psychological) Book warnings: Deaths Psychological horror Loss of bodily autonomy Medical trauma Violence Infection / pandemic themes War trauma Uncensored curse words Blood and gore Harmful substances (e. g. drugs, alcohol) New chapter every Friday! Author's timezone is UTC+2, and uploads are usually around 9PM-10PM. If there's no update on my other book, Nullfire, for a month, there's a chance the author has recently switched devices and can't log in. BTHS is on a short break! It may take a few weeks to get back on track. See you soon!

Living a normal life is boring, but I was happy with what I had. Even when I spent most of my life in regret and misery, I lived because I had someone that I loved dearly. And that said someone took my life... But fate had different plans for me... As if death wasn't enough for me. As if the gods were mocking me. I got reincarnated into a hardcore romance game that I used to play. That too when the prequel game that I played the most ended twenty-five years ago. A game where death is everyone's mistress. A game that people either liked or hated too much. Now reincarnated into the body of the Villainess's son. I became someone that I hated the most... "Hahaha..." I laughed at my own misery. As if that too wasn't enough, I also became the slave of someone else's desires. Now, one might say a mother is a mother even if the world sees her as a Villainess. But what if your mother is the very incarnation of evil? That your mother is the hurdle that you have to overcome? What if your mother is the very reason you might die? Gentleness and love are the last things one could expect from her. "Hahaha..." Again, a hollow laugh escaped my lips as the realization dawned on me. That I have been... Reincarnated As The Villainess's Son... =============================== [Discord link:- https://discord.gg/jNtu38eAnM]

In a modern world, he was the forgotten adopted son, the perfect student no one ever saw, the boyfriend betrayed and ridiculed to the bone. When he finally broke, he didn’t cry. He laughed. And together with the only girl who understood his madness, he turned the school into a circus of blood, fireworks, and red confetti. He died smiling, in her arms, happy for the first time. But death was just the opening act. Reincarnated as two little demon children in a basket, left at an orphanage in a world of magic, they discovered that every victim of the massacre had been brought along — memories intact, hatred boiling, and now equipped with powers, levels, and skills to fight back. The treacherous ex-girlfriend. The 14 guys who laughed at him. The classmates who filmed it. The teachers who looked the other way. They’re all here. And they all remember. But Joker and Harley don’t want revenge. They want to play. In a world where women are treated as commodities and abandoned children are forgotten, they’re going to build the greatest circus that ever existed. With a family of eight insane little sisters, an eternal mother who hugs you to death, and a big sister who came back from the future — only to find out they’d already saved everyone. Because anyone who messes with their family becomes fireworks. And anyone who becomes family gets eternal hugs. Here, kings, heroines, goddesses, and even the victims themselves will learn the most important lesson: The Joker never plays fair. And the show… has only just begun.

Aakrati is sunshine in human form—cheerful, playful, and full of life. She loves adventures, sunsets, laughter, and capturing little moments in her mini vlogs. But beneath that bright personality lies one stubborn truth: Aakrati has always lived life on her own terms. She likes things her way, and she rarely backs down. Then there’s Arsh. At first, he seems charming, calm, and unexpectedly sweet. The kind of man who quietly takes care of people without making it obvious. With him, even ordinary days feel magical—learning to skate, wandering through street markets, eating ice cream, chasing sunsets, and laughing like nothing else matters. For a while, their story feels soft. Almost like a fairytale. But Arsh is not as simple as he appears. When he wants something, he doesn’t let go easily. And when that “something” becomes Aakrati, his feelings slowly turn darker—more intense, more possessive, more obsessive. Aakrati is stubborn. Arsh is obsessive. And neither of them is used to losing. What begins as a beautiful, playful love story slowly transforms into something far more dangerous—a dark romance filled with ego clashes, jealousy, obsession, and two strong personalities refusing to give up control. Because when love meets pride… And obsession meets stubbornness… Someone is bound to break. The only question is— Will it be them… or their love?

Once a mortal from Earth, Liora was reborn on the banks of the River of Oblivion — as a Devil. Just when she was worried about her future, a System awakened within her, granting her the power to grow stronger by devouring souls. From that moment onward, the rise of the Devil Empress began. Countless years later, her name echoed through the universe, accompanied by many titles. Devil Empress. Mother of Despair. Daughter of Calamity. Queen of Ruin. The Endbringer. The Primordial Sin. TAGS: Overpowered, Yuri, R18, Slight Romance, System, Dark, Villain, Devil, Action, Adventure, Reincarnation, World Hopping

In a world where Pokémon conceal their true power to survive human exploitation, Feng Che is cursed with a forbidden ability — he can hear what Pokémon really think. At Team Rocket’s brutal recruitment camp, while others fight over flashy Charizards and Dragonites, Feng Che selects only the “trash”: crippled Pokémon, cowards, slackers… and liars. Because he knows the truth. The weak Ekans is a genetic predator. The useless Froakie controls the underground economy. The discarded Pokémon are monsters pretending to sleep. Thrown into the Death Island Archipelago, where recruits die for points and Executives watch from the shadows, Feng Che begins assembling an army that shouldn’t exist. In Team Rocket, strength decides everything. But Feng Che doesn’t need strength. He collects secrets.

You died and found yourself as Makima Asmodeus, the Control Devil and one of the Four Satans of the Old Satan Faction, destined to be crushed by Sirzechs and his ilk. Yeah, sounds like a great start, doesn't it?

Earth didn’t end. It was integrated. Thrown into a brutal System where only strength matters, Liam awakens alone in a deadly forest with nothing but basic abilities and a chance to grow stronger. Monsters hunt. People turn on each other. The weak don’t last. But Liam isn’t here to survive. He’s here to take control. New Chapters Monday, Wednesday and Friday! Visit my Patreon for +10 chapters: patreon.com/bloodjam

Alan Pierce is reincarnated into the body of Aiden Wayne inside the Marvel universe with the powers of immortal yuji

Daniel… wakes up suddenly in a strange world, a vast forest surrounding him and a massive waterfall cascading in the distance, everything familiar yet shrouded in mystery. He has no clear memory of how he got here, but he knows one thing: this is not the first time he has found himself in this place. With every transition, Daniel is forced to confront his inner struggles and understand the mystery surrounding him, all while seeking to discover his true purpose: "*****." Amid the unknown and the enigmatic, every step is a test of himself, and every choice could change his fate and the world around him. A journey between nothingness and what lies beyond, where no one knows what awaits… except him.

“Our business is life itself.” “We contain, we control, we protect, we are the first line of defense for mankind, and we will never retreat.” –William Russell – In a world without Special Containment Procedures (SCP) Foundation, But there are abnormal phenomena, events, and individuals. Then, people will live under fear. In the future, the world will fall into darkness and destruction. In order to avoid this fact, a desolate nobleman established a company called Umbrella. Mingmian is an international monopoly and has a very high evaluation. The dark side is to hold up a protective umbrella for the entire earth. – There will be classic SCPs in this book, as well as original or movie anomalies and creatures for containment.

Synopsis: The Bastion of the Twelve ​The Bastion of the Twelve is a sweeping, serialized epic that explores the themes of absolute possessiveness, domestic survival, and the legacy of blood. Spanning over eighty-five years, the narrative follows the lives of Xuan and Ning, two souls who abandon the hollow prestige of the city and the "obsidian throne" to build a private, fortified dynasty atop a rugged mountain estate. ​The Core Conflict ​The novel is driven by the tension between the world they left behind—characterized by "rivals," "ghosts of the past," and "city filth"—and the rigid, self-sufficient reality they create. Xuan, a man of iron will and extreme devotion, acts as the architect and protector, while Ning, the emotional anchor, provides the "sabr" (patience) and grace required to endure decades of isolation. ​Narrative Arc ​The Foundation: The early chapters establish their retreat to the mountain, where Xuan meticulously replaces the fragility of modern life with "iron-reinforced" structures and "lead-weighted" stability. ​The Expansion: As the story progresses, the couple raises a son and a daughter—twins—who eventually bring their own partners and children into the fold. The mountain becomes a micro-civilization, featuring its own forge, weave-room, observatory, and library. ​The Late Years: By age eighty, Xuan and Ning witness the "Quadruple Quickening," as four women in the family (their daughter-in-law and granddaughters) become pregnant simultaneously. ​The Legacy: The novel culminates at age eighty-five with the arrival of six great-grandchildren—three sets of twins—mirroring the original twin birth of Xuan and Ning’s own children. ​Themes and Style ​The novel is written in a highly rhythmic, evocative style where every chapter consists of exactly 50 lines. It utilizes recurring motifs—the scent of salt, the sound of gulls, the "vibrating stone-ledge," and the "iron-reinforced" security of their home. ​The story concludes with Chapter 500, depicting an eighty-four-member family gathered on the highest terrace. It is a "very happy ending" that celebrates the total victory of private love over public ambition, proving that the only true kingdom is the one built through decades of shared labor and unyielding loyalty. ​The Guiding Principle: > "The misunderstanding that a 'king' in the city could offer a truer reign than this was a dead lie... They were the masters of the mountain, two souls who had traded the obsidian throne for the joy of life."

Ethan, an elite special forces commando, loses his life in the line of duty while eliminating a dangerous terrorist cell during a high-stakes anti-insurgency operation. Despite his unwavering dedication and discipline, Ethan dies with a deep sense of regret—he never fully embraced his personal desires and unfulfilled fantasies. As his final breath escapes, he vows that should he be given another chance at life, he will live it to the fullest, without restraint. Fate, however, has its own plans. Ethan awakens in a strange, unfamiliar world—a land governed by strength, where power is the key to survival and the stronghold dominion over all. In this brutal and unforgiving realm, Ethan discovers that the rules of life have drastically changed. The only currency that matters here is strength, and only the strongest can ascend to become the ultimate power. Gifted with extraordinary intelligence and a mysterious cheat that grants him unparalleled abilities, Ethan sets off on a path to conquer this new world. With each passing day, he hones his skills, builds alliances, and amasses power, all while exploring his deepest desires. This is a journey of self-discovery and unrestrained ambition, where Ethan’s focus is singular: to become the one true transcendent being, an existence unmatched by any other. Through intense battles, strategic brilliance, and encounters with those who would either aid or challenge him, Ethan fights not only for dominance but for the fulfillment of every longing he once held back in his past life. With each victory, he rises higher, carving his name into the annals of history as the peerless king, above all others—an immortal legend in the making. To join the discord community - https://discord.gg/XYAJtx9pqX ------------- Content Warning: This story will explore mature themes, including R18 content, but will avoid extreme elements. Contains long and detailed smut. Huge Harem - In Depth R-18 - Detailed Sex - Gore - Big Boobs - MILF - Big ass - Netori (Stealing girls but not indiscriminately) No NTR - No sharing - No Yuri - No hypnosis - No drugs or potions that influence the girls

In Neo-Rome... a city of chrome spires, bio-engineered ruins, and catacombs humming with forgotten machines... people whispered a name whenever the crime scenes grew too strange, too unspeakable, too impossible. Detective Maximus is the only answer to the darkness of these haunting crimes. Where the answers lives in the verses of holy Bible.

Nanajūhachi Asuka, a soul from the 78th district of Rukongai, is cast into the world of Demon Slayer as a disposable experiment. Lacking a "system" or "cheat-codes," he relies solely on his raw Reiryoku (spiritual power) and the survival instincts of a street dog. Asuka is taken in by Tetsushin Arisaki, mastering Wind Breathing alongside his peer, Suzune. This peace is shattered when Lower Rank Two, Rokuro, massacres their home. Master Arisaki sacrifices himself, triggering the awakening of Asuka’s unique ability: Nugata—the power to devour demon essence and convert it into spiritual energy. Driven by cold vengeance, Asuka joins the Demon Slayer Corps. His presence at Mount Natagumo changes the tide, as his "serrated" strikes—infused with spiritual pressure—permanently stall demon regeneration. This "new variable" catches the attention of Muzan Kibutsuji, who begins purging the Lower Ranks to prepare for this emerging threat. Through training at the Butterfly Estate and sparring with the Mist Hashira, Muichiro Tokito, Asuka realizes a vital truth: traditional Wind Breathing is a "shoe that doesn't fit" his spiritual nature. He begins the journey to transcend established styles, seeking to forge an Original Breath that bridges the gap between a Soul Society ghost and a mortal swordsman.

In a world blessed by Angels, two orphans shared everything, until fate tore them apart. Siyam rose as the continent’s greatest Hero. Sameer became the shadow no one expected. When a forbidden truth surfaces, the world brands him a monster. Now he stands ready to burn everything to the ground. Only one man can stop him, his own brother, Siyam. When Hero meets Monster… which one will fall?

[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)

When life gives you mysterious potions… chug first, ask questions never. Blaine was having a perfectly normal day—until he wasn’t. One blink later, he’s transmigrated into the twisted world of Lord of the Mysteries, where logic takes a vacation and secrets have teeth. Before he can say, “Where’s my system?” he accidentally downs a potion and wakes up as a full-time Secrets Suppliant (comes with free headaches, divine side-eye, and a 90% risk of insanity). Now he’s stuck juggling cryptic gods and overly dramatic cults. But hey, someone’s gotta slay the True Creator and crush the Aurora Order. --- What to expect - Strong Mc But not OP(later on) - hates the aurora order - cool powers - 2 days per day minimum Join us here: https://discord.gg/Gut3w8xgC9 If you can’t, no worries at all — I’m just happy you’re here!

Pablo Drake is dying. No one can name the disease consuming him. No one knows how to cure it. Most refuse to speak of it at all. Pablo refuses to accept that. In a world of magic and Treasures born from the human soul, he searches desperately for anything that might buy him another day. Every answer draws him deeper into a reality where dreams are punished, pain is easier to bury than face, and saying “that’s enough” has never made anything stop. He will lie. He will fight. He will cling to anyone who makes tomorrow feel possible. Because Pablo does not want to die nobly. He wants to live. But his illness is not an accident. It began with something he did to survive, and curing it will mean confronting the one truth he built his entire life to escape. If survival means waking up, will Pablo still choose to live? --- In the year 497 AS, three years before the promised prophecy is said to be fulfilled, Pablo must set out to sea and discover his destiny. He'll meet wonderful characters, make alliances, and upset some people. He must use and master his Treasure in order to keep going, even if he doesn't know why. This is the story of Pablo Drake and his rebirth. Discord: discord.gg/qhXjSRCS Reddit: r/beneaththedrowning personal discord: karmabutuzgun editor: noirekhan tiktok: karmabutuzgun_ RoyalRoad: KarmaButUzgun