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Aurora Ashbourne left to escape the suffocating traditions of her bloodline. She returns to a dying mother, a fractured family, and a ritual that demands obedience. For generations, her lineage has guarded the Veil — a mystical barrier imprisoning a seductive, ancient force that feeds on longing and fear. But when the entity begins to manifest as something beautiful… something persuasive… Aurora must choose: Remain bound to duty, Or tear the Veil apart and face what was never meant to be free.

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Fractured Grace “He didn’t save me because he loved me. He saved me because I’m the only one who can unlock his father’s blood-soaked legacy.” Jessy Hamdy woke up in a world of silence. After a devastating hit-and-run, her memories are fragments and her body is shattered. At her bedside stands Yuri Volkov—a man with ice in his veins and the shadow of a billion-dollar empire at his back. He calls himself her protector. He calls the mansion her home. But the golden cage has bars made of titanium. Jessy soon discovers she isn't just a victim; she is the Phoenix Protocol. Her father—a man she once loved—mapped a digital ledger of every murder, bribe, and betrayal into her very biology. She is a living biometric key, and Yuri is the hunter who finally caught his prize. As the lines between captor and savior blur, Jessy must navigate a high-stakes game of psychological warfare. In a world where her mother is a silent partner in her betrayal and her father is a ghost seeking a payout, Jessy has to decide: Will she be the key that opens the door to Yuri’s dark desires, or will she be the fire that burns the Volkov empire to the ground? Why read this? Enemies to Lovers: From a hospital bed to a high-stakes power struggle. Tech-Thriller Twist: A dark romance where data is more valuable than gold. Strong Heroine: Watch Jessy evolve from a "broken asset" to the woman who holds the world's secrets. The Ultimate Subversion: An ending you will never see coming.

A psychological descent told through fragmented diary entries. I curate exhibitions. I study beauty. I keep my hands clean. This is a diary of observation - of people, patterns, and the quiet ways lives unravel. Some things fade naturally. Others are helped.

Zaire. 1997. The Cold War is over. The world has moved on. Nobody told Zaire. When the EU Commissioner and the U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense are kidnapped in the same week, Zaire Liberation Force takes responsibility. As a result, a multinational JSOC task force is given one instruction: fix it before it becomes a war. But seven hundred kilometers of hostile territory stands between them and Kinshasa, and the deeper they push, the less the mission looks like what it was sold as.

After being betrayed by her family, Bai Meiyue found herself struggling in the flourishing age where zombies and mutant animals ruled. And that too with a big belly! Though people called her crazy for being stubborn, Bai Meiyue didn’t regret keeping the fruit of her one-night stand. What she regretted was not protecting her child and trusting those whom she should have killed at the very chance that was handed to her. In the eleventh year, Bai Meiyue lost her child and died while taking revenge on those who took her son away. However, just when Bai Meiyue thought it was the end, she returned two months before the beginning of the doomsday. Carrying the grudge of two lifetimes, she swore to make life living hell for those who harmed her and her son. With the heavens blessing her with a barter system, Bai Meiyue was intent on giving her child everything that he deserved. But why was the child’s father chasing after her? Hello? We only shared a bed for a night. So why was he clinging to her? Her child’s father: From the best medicine to education, you have given our child everything, Meiyue. But what about a father?

I've been sick ever since I can remember. My dad's a drunk prick, and he doesn't treat my mom very well. My girlfriend cheated on me with my best friend, because she figures I'm going to die soon anyways. They all do. Hell, they're probably right. I've been to countless doctors, and they can't figure out what is wrong with me aside from the fact that my body is slowly shutting down. I don't have any friends anymore. My dad doesn't allow me home anymore, and apparently, I'm not even their real son. That was a real kick in the teeth. Only my mom tries to talk to me still, but there's always hell to pay if my dad catches her. At this point, I've accepted my end, and I wish it would just hurry up. At least, that's what I told myself, until I came across a new fuzzy little friend that would change my entire life. My name is Elias Crosse, and my tale is about get crazy. Notes: This story features an OP MC, so power development and growth isn't really present for him, although there is some. A lot of the growth mainly comes from other characters, and features a focus on said characters. Elias is also not someone who puts up with other character's bullshit, and routinely puts them in their place. I am tired of the trope of characters hiding their powers, or letting other characters walk all over them and theirs because they are not strong enough to do anything. I don't exactly know how to describe my story in terms of a genre. It has action, it has slice of life, and it has romance. There is no fade to black, and I can be very descriptive. This is also a HAREM story. If you don't like that kind of thing, you will not upset me by not reading it. I'd prefer you didn't, honestly. I have been fixing, updating, and changing somethings for consistency, to improve the story, the grammar and errors, and for things to make more sense. Some things may change, as this is a work in progress. The more I write, the better I feel I am becoming. I just write, and I have the ideas of where I am going in my head, but other than that, I just write the story as I see fit. As such, I forget some things, I miss somethings, and most often, some ideas in my head get jumbled together and it ends up not making sense some times. I am working to correct that as best as I can.

After being abandoned and saddled with debt by his deadbeat father, Kaivel "Kai" Intrix is left with no choice but to work himself into an early grave, and inevitably succumbs to an untimely demise at a young age. Lamenting the unfairness of how his life turned out as he meets his end, he yearns for a second chance, vowing to live life as he pleases and fulfill his every desire to his heart's content. As his dying thoughts embody the Seven Deadly Sins, he inadvertently meets the conditions to unlock the mysterious Sinner System, and finds himself reincarnated in the distant future. A futuristic and Magical society plagued by swarms of vicious Monsters, those known as Hunters the only thing preventing humanity's extinction, the world is unrecognizable to what he once knew. Armed with a wide array of unique and powerful abilities from the Sinner System, Kai is determined to make the most of his second chance. Intent on acquiring power, fame, wealth, freedom, women, all the good food and drink he could ever want, and more...he desires anything and everything that was beyond his reach in his previous life... New chapter every day at: 6 AM (IST) / 5:30 PM (PT) / 8:30 PM (ET)

I’m a modern-day duel addict—cards, combos, and perfect lines are basically my native language. So when I wake up in the Duel Monsters era, my first thought is simple: Easy mode. These people are practically playing with stone tablets. I’ll crush them. …Except reality hits me like a direct attack to the face. Wait—why are these “primitive-era” decks so terrifyingly optimized? Wait—why am I the reincarnation of Kisara? Wait—why do I run straight into Seto Kaiba the moment I arrive? And then comes the final blow: To unlock new decks and stronger cards, I have to keep dueling—constantly. Fine. If this world runs on duels… Then let’s duel. Bring it on.

When Realms Collide: Pandora and Zendor Book One of the Realmsong Saga When the sky cracks open and the stars fall from grace, the world of Pandora begins to unravel. Cities burn, nightmares crawl from rifts in space, and the ancient boundary between realms shatters. This is how the second book ends—yet for Kade, it all begins long before that final night. ________ Seventeen-year-old Kade Voss was just another face in a crowd—until the day he awakens in a world twisted by chaos, chosen by an ancient Codex that marks him as more than human. Armed with mysterious twin blades and a power unlike any other, he is thrust into a deadly trial of survival, transformation, and awakening. As monsters pour from the shadowed rifts, whispers of another world—Zendor, a realm of magic, elves, dragons, and ancient war—begin to surface. But alliances are fragile, and the truth about the war, the demons, and Kade’s origins may be darker than he ever imagined. In a world where power decides fate, can Kade rise before both realms fall?

Faye and her elder brother return to town after years away. Adjusting isn’t easy, not with his personal troubles and not in a place that no longer feels like home. Everything feels strange. Different. Like she doesn’t belong. On her first day back, she clashes with a girl they meet by accident, and the encounter ends badly. The next morning, Faye walks into her new school only to discover that the same girl is not just anyone… she’s the Alpha of the pack and the school’s princess. Now they’re forced into the same space every day. They become enemies instantly, constantly getting on each other’s nerves. Pride clashes. Neither of them is willing to back down. Until one reckless night changes everything. They wake up in each other’s arms. Both agree it was a mistake. It never happened. It will never happen again. But what happens when proof is left behind? Faye discovers she’s carrying the Alpha Princess’s baby. Now two people who can’t stand each other must decide, will they keep fighting, or will they learn to stand together for the child that binds them? [Content Warning This story may contain explicit adult content, including violence, killing, bloodshed, and other mature themes. Some chapters may not include specific warnings.] Thank you for reading my book.

What are the chances an orphan goes from scrubbing floors to becoming a Duchess in forty-eight hours? 100%— I would know because it happened to me. Only I wish I had a choice. Because the man I'm supposed to call "father," Baron Tobias Fletcher, sold me off like livestock the moment he found me. Nineteen years of wondering where I came from, and this is how it ends? Not with a family. Not with answers. With a wedding contract and a husband who never removes his mask. The Duke of Wellspring. Nevan Wilder. Every fiancée before me? Dead. Mad. Or gone — vanished like they never existed. They say he kills his brides the night they see what's underneath. So shame on me for thinking meeting my father would finally end my misery. And shame on me twice because when the Duke took my hand in that ballroom, his touch ice-cold and impossibly gentle, I didn't feel fear. I felt something worse. I felt safe. Now I'm trapped in his estate, married to a man the whole kingdom fears, and the more I uncover, the less anything makes sense. Because if Nevan truly kills his brides, why is he trying so desperately to keep me alive? And whatever he's hiding beneath that mask? It's not the thing I should be afraid of.

Whispers of the Forest tells the tale of Clara Jenkins, a woman with the gift—and curse—of empathy. From a young age, Clara has been able to sense and feel the emotions of those around her, an ability that isolates her from others and leaves her wary of forming close relationships. But her life takes a dramatic turn when she ventures near Blackwood Forest, where she encounters Aldric, the powerful leader of a werewolf pack. Aldric recognizes Clara as his fated mate, the woman he has spent his life searching for, and the bond between them is instantaneous, leaving Clara overwhelmed by the depth of love he feels for her. However, Clara's journey into the world of werewolves is far from simple. She quickly learns that Aldric's pack is in danger from an ancient darkness that has begun to awaken within the forest. This darkness is no ordinary threat—it is a malevolent force that feeds on fear and despair, threatening to consume everything in its path. Clara, with her unique ability to connect with emotions, is the key to restoring balance to the forest, and the ancient spirits that reside within it choose her as their guardian. With Aldric by her side, Clara steps into her role as protector of the forest, but the battle ahead is more daunting than she could have ever imagined. As Clara faces shadowy creatures and confronts the darkness that lurks within the forest, she must also confront the darkness within herself. The remnants of the evil they fought during the battle have taken root in Clara's soul, manifesting as a shadow that whispers of her failures, doubts, and insecurities. The more she tries to suppress it, the stronger it becomes, threatening to consume her from the inside. Through the guidance of the spirits, Clara learns that she cannot simply banish the darkness—it is a part of her, just as much as the light. To protect the forest and those she loves, Clara must confront the shadow within, find balance, and embrace both the light and dark aspects of herself. This realization brings her to the difficult task of admitting her struggles to Aldric, who stands by her side as they work together to banish the darkness and heal the scars left on the forest. Ultimately, Whispers of the Forest is a story about love, resilience, and the importance of finding balance within oneself. It explores the complex interplay of light and darkness, both in the world and within the human soul, and the power of connection in overcoming even the most insurmountable challenges. Written by an AI, this story delves into themes of empathy, transformation, and the enduring strength of the human (and werewolf) spirit.

Uma Musume, but My Cheat Power

“You’re the most beautiful girl in the entire Hidden Leaf.” “I swear, there are stars shining in your eyes.” “Say… could you teach me some Konoha ninjutsu?” “A child—consider it my gift to you.” “So… how about handing over the tailed beast?” “The Hidden Cloud’s calling. Something came up, I’ll head back first.” ……… Good news: After transmigrating, I woke up as a member of the Uchiha clan—Sharingan included. Once I hit max level, I’ll even be able to fight in a full Gundam-like form. Bad news: My blood isn’t exactly pure. Half of it comes from the Yotsuki clan of the Hidden Cloud. Thankfully, I awakened a Trait System, and if I want to stay alive, Kiyoshi has no choice but to walk the path of “evil.” 【Art of Speech】—Your words naturally bend others to your will. 【Titan Physique】—Your stamina feels almost bottomless. “Black Flame Will of Fire is still the Will of Fire!” “This is Hidden Leaf—you’re the ones who should get lost!”

Reincarnated into the HP world. Granger's brother. - - - - - - - - - This is a translation; the original title in raw format is: Целитель

Synopsis: Once you join the ANBU, it’s as deep as the sea—if you don’t act, you die fast. During the Second Great Ninja War, Yagami finds himself transmigrated into the world of Naruto, becoming a disposable ANBU operative of the Hidden Leaf Village. Every day feels like his last. Following Danzō Shimura, he takes part in killing Yahiko—only to be killed in turn by Nagato. 【Arc of the Moon activated!】 The host gains one resurrection per month. Upon death, revival occurs on the previous full moon night. Reward: one lottery draw. 1. Universal Pull (Deva Path) 2. Pure Uzumaki Bloodline 3. Sealing Absorption (Preta Path) What doesn’t kill me might not make me stronger… But what does kill me? Always gives me rewards. The ANBU may die fast—but maybe that’s not such a bad thing. Keep surviving, keep drawing—Yagami will definitely become a super Kage from the shadows!

Stranded. Alone. And transmigrated into the world of Pokémon. After a mysterious storm,Umihara Reiji wakes up on a deserted island—not in his own world, but the Pokémon world. No starter, no Poké Balls, no supplies. Just a sea breeze, an empty stomach… and the will to survive. But when he meets a struggling Poliwag, everything changes. With a unique Proficiency System that tracks everything—moves, abilities, even his own fishing and survival skills—every step forward is visible, measurable… and vital. It’s not about becoming a Champion. It’s just about surviving the next day... Notes regarding the worldbuilding: this story leans toward the anime version of the Pokémon world. The protagonist has watched the anime, read the manga, and played the games. He’s a knowledgeable fan. He's an adult, and will think like one—rational, skeptical, analytical. The early chapters of this story are slow-paced and heavily focused on survival—resource gathering, shelter-building, and forging a bond with Poliwag. Raw : "精灵：钓鱼佬的雨天队"

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.