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ZENJIRO HAJIDAN was the weakest member of the SHADOW CRANES, a failure who couldn't pass a single combat evaluation in an elite organization that hunted Criminals. When a catastrophic energy pulse struck his city, people started turning to beast. When the creatures tore him apart, something ancient awakened inside him. An Evolution System that fused with his DNA, regenerating his shattered body and offering him impossible power. Now, every level he unlocks pushes him further from human. The washout who couldn't win a sparring match is becoming the most dangerous thing in a world full of BEAST. But the Gimda Corporation, the shadow organization behind the plague is hunting him. They know he's the only threat to their plan. As Hajidan climbs from the weakest link to the strongest human beast alive, how much of his soul will he trade for the power to destroy the corporation that stole his humanity? In the ruins of humanity, the greatest failure will become the ultimate weapon. Or the ULTIMATE MONSTER.

A school exchange trip to Korea's southern islands ends overnight when a neural broadcast triggers a mass behavioral collapse. The government responds with Containment Protocol Black Tide. Nineteen year old Seo Jun-ho has no powers and no systems, only discipline, combat training, and the ability to stay calm when others lose control. As the infected spread alive, in pain, and no longer fully human, society collapses faster than the outbreak itself. Authority fails. Information becomes a weapon. Safety becomes currency. Forced into leadership he never wanted, Jun-ho must guide his group from island to island toward the mainland, making decisions that save some lives and erase others. The more he survives, the further he drifts from the person he used to be. This is not a story about heroes. It is a story about what control keeps you alive and what it costs to keep it.

TRIGGER WARNING: This story contains dark themes, explicit smut,traumatic experience, emotional trauma, betrayal and humiliation. BUT! It also contains humor, sarcasm, love, dotting mate and lots of comedy between the male lead and female lead. ★★ Synopsis ★★ They called her wolf-less, a disgrace, a curse. The girl who killed her brother and brought shame to her pack. For seventeen years, she endured nothing but hatred—from her Alpha, her pack and even from her own biological family. She has been beaten down, enslaved, and unloved. Yet she never broke. Until her first heat led her into where she wasn't supposed to be. That night, she met him. Lucian. The beast king who had slumbered for so many years. Cold. Ruthless. Deadly and the worst part starved. He drained her blood for his thirst … and by an unfortunate mistake, marked her as his mate. Now, the bond has awakened a secret no one was meant to know. With the pack baying for her blood and the enemies court hungering for her power, she has only two choices. Bow to fate and become the mate of her sworn enemy… Or burn the world that betrayed her. •♪♪• Hi my name is Isabella and follow me through my journey of self discovery, growth, love and vengeance. #StrongFL #fromhatefulltoDottinghusband #Powercouple #EnemytoLovers #Fatedmate

YOHANA is the epic story of a ten-year old boy with albinism, training to take over as the next village shaman. Yohana is a fast paced, shonen anime in the vein of Naruto and Avatar the Last Airbender. But our story is told from a perspective that glorifies African folklore, cultures and mythologies spanning across the continent. Yohana promises to be an emotional journey rooted in character as we watch our tween protagonist grow and defy death every step of the way. After his village was destroyed and his entire tribe's souls were absorbed by the vengeful Witch Doctor, Yohana must undertake a treacherous journey to return what was stolen. He must face mythological creatures, magical jinn, and intolerant cultures as he traverse through the fantastical land of Alkebulan.

In a reality bifurcated into the rigid laws of Inner Space and the terrifying lawless void of Outer Space, the supreme entity known as Heaven Itself has initiated the ultimate trial to select a successor. The objective is seemingly impossible as the candidates must impose order upon Outer Space, a chaotic realm where physics dissolve and not even the Gods can exert control. Amidst the prestigious Astro Hildo Academy, a young man named Aldo appears to be nothing more than an eccentric student with a strange fashion sense and a fragile body that seems susceptible to the slightest breeze. However, this ordinary guise conceals the terrifying truth that he is Dao, the Seventh Son of the Origin God, a ten-billion-year-old spirit from the lost Dimension 0 who has returned to reclaim the cosmic balance. Bound by a supreme Heavenly Restriction placed upon his soul by Heaven Itself, Aldo is cursed to never wield a weapon of this reality, yet in exchange, he possesses an Absolute Defense that renders him untouchable by any force in existence. While the Seven Immortal Gods and the ancient Xuan family view him as a mere pawn or an outcast, Aldo silently manipulates the Limitless Technique as he draws upon infinite energy to navigate the Game of Throne of Heaven. As ancient enemies like the Light Eaters stir and the trial for the throne begins, the world will soon realize that the fragile student they mocked is the only one capable of taming the void because he is not merely a player in this game but the one destined to rewrite the rules of existence itself. Let`s see together how he overcome challenges and become a new Heaven Itself.

Justin Kalego and his friends yearn for one thing: to become superheroes. Born into a fantastical world of mutant power, magic, and all the fun stuff in-between, Justin Kalego, now known as Emerald Atlas, fights for freedom and justice against the threats that fill his insane journey to becoming the world's mightiest hero.

Reborn into a new life, Lin Langtian finds himself as a character in Martial Universe, yet he refuses to remain a mere supporting character and begins his journey to turn fate around! Female leads: Ling Qingzhu, Ying Xiaoxiao, Tang Xinlian... Golden finger (cheat ability): Nine Nether Flame Sparrow Title: Heavenly Ancestor No system, does not oppose Lin Dong, and does not steal the protagonist's opportunities. Thank you for the support, friends. If you want to read more chapters in advance, go to my Patreon. Read 30 Chapters In Advance: patreon.com/Franklin1

When the "Rebellious Brat" is summoned home... a storm of chaos flavored with the scent of an old flame begins! 'Ice,' a cheeky Computer Engineering student, is forced to trade his high-tech city life for the streets of Nakhon Pathom. Instead of running code, he’s now chopping chicken at his father’s famous stall. But his boring new routine is flipped upside down when he keeps running into a massive, terrifying man lurking outside the local convenience store every single day. 'Leo,' a 32-year-old tattoo artist, is covered in ink and radiates an aura so cold it makes grown men back away. But behind that rugged, "bad boy" exterior lies one massive weakness: the boy next door he’s been pining for since they were kids. Now that Ice is back, Leo is ready to trade his tattoo needle for bags of iced green tea and favorite cakes. His mission? To "persistently woo" and win over the brat who once owned his heart. "Aren't you tired yet? I curse you out every day, yet you still have the nerve to show your face!" "Can you stop scolding me for a second? You’re as fierce as a little pup, aren't you?" One is a stubborn brat with innocent eyes; the other is a fierce-faced "simp" who’s completely whipped for his childhood crush. Join the journey of this "Grown-up Golden Retriever" as he tries to break through the wall of "selective amnesia" and survive a terrifying father-in-law. It’s time to prove that no matter how tough he looks... his heart will always lose to this boy. Content Warning & Disclaimer Age Gap: This story features a relationship between characters with a significant age difference (20 and 32 years old). Dirty Talk: Contains the use of profanity, coarse language, and suggestive/flirtatious dialogue. Family Conflict: Themes of family pressure and domestic tension (specifically regarding father-son dynamics). Tattoo Culture: References to tattoo culture and social stigmas/misconceptions regarding physical appearance. Consent: All romantic involvements are based on mutual consent. Note from the Author This novel is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents are products of the author’s imagination. Any resemblance to actual events or persons is entirely coincidental. Some characters may exhibit behaviors or use language that is inappropriate or offensive; reader discretion is advised. Language Note Please note that this story was translated with the assistance of AI. As a result, some phrasing may not be perfectly fluid or may differ slightly from the original nuances. I apologize for any linguistic errors and appreciate your understanding. #My Heart Is Defeated by a younger you miki sunflower is here to officially introduce Ice and Leo! I hope they find a warm place in your hearts. To support this small-time author and make sure you don't miss any of the juicy updates especially when Leo goes into full "obsessed" mode for his favorite brat don’t forget to do these 3 things: Follow the Author: So you won't miss out when Leo secretly spoils Ice with snacks! Add to Library: Get notified of the spicy moments before anyone else no need to waste time chopping chicken! Give it a "Heart": Send some love to give me the energy to keep writing and pumping out chapters! A Quick Note from the Author: This novel was translated with the help of AI. Some phrasing may not be perfectly smooth or might contain slight errors. I apologize for any linguistic hiccups and appreciate your kind understanding! Come and join the fun as we cheer on the stubborn brat and his fierce-faced suitor! Thank you for all the support and love for our "Chicken Rice Family."

Kailen Darkhaven had a simple, happy life growing up. But when a sudden misfortune claimed the lives of his parents two years ago, his entire world collapsed. His heart broke, his grades plummeted, and worst of all, on his sixteenth birthday—his final chance at hope—he failed to become an Awakener. By his seventeenth birthday, hungry, exhausted, and alone, Kailen collapsed in an alleyway, regretting how pitiful his life had been. As he drifted toward what he believed was death’s embrace… something impossible happened. Instead of dying, he awakened bound to a mysterious artifact—an object of overwhelming, incomprehensible power that defied every known law of the universe. For the first time since losing everything, a spark lit within him. With this second opportunity, Kailen vows to never be weak again. In a world where strength determines identity, status, and survival, he will rise above every boundary placed upon him. He will shatter every perception of strength. He will seize control of his fate. He will climb until he stands at the absolute Pinnacle of the universe! --- Tags: #Psychological #Interstellar( with advanced technology) #Unrivaled #ExtremelyFastPaced #UndeadArmy #NoHarem #RuthlessMC #Urban #Apocalypse #Mythical creatures( elves, vampires, witches, dwarves etc) #IntelligentMC(High IQ, deductive , strategic, high functioning psychopath) Disclaimer: This is purely a work of fiction. Any resemblance to real names, places, or events is coincidental. This is an extremely fast-paced novel, and the protagonist becomes absurdly overpowered. He is not the usual “hero complex” type. The villain and antihero tags are not for show. If you are looking for a “goody-two-shoes” protagonist, this novel is not for you. Kailen is a morally grey character. Note for Readers (Please do not skip): Early on, Kailen awakens with a shadow affinity. Yes—it may remind you of popular works you've read… but this is only the beginning. As the story progresses, he will unlock and master multiple affinities, each adding a unique blend to his path. The shadow affinity is a nod to some of my favorite novels, but the journey, characters, and world are entirely my own. Join the Community: Care to interact with me and other readers? Help with things such as character art, fandom wiki, OSTs, and more? Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/d5yf4sgb3y

Kien has hit rock bottom—ignored, disliked, and crushed by the system. Everything changes when a mysterious ring chooses him. Now new power pulls him into Ultimation, a secret organization battling colossal creatures that threaten the world. Unfortunately for everyone else, Kien is easily the most incompetent recruit they’ve ever had. While humanity’s survival hangs in the balance, he’s far more focused on winning the heart of Ultimation’s vice‑captain. With a band of unlikely allies and a secret organization Kien must conquer monsters, humans, dungeons, and love. He may not be the brightest in the head, but he just may be the brightest light.

In a world where desire is controlled, one man discovers the cruel limits of his own body. Will he survive the lessons, or will the pleasure he craves become the torture he cannot escape?

Twenty two year old Fumiko goes to sleep rage-scrolling a “generic straight romance” otome game and wakes up inside it with a holographic HUD floating in front of her face. Title:Crimson Heirs of Everflame Player Character:Lady Fiametta von Ardentis Role: Villainess / Final Calamity Status: Terminally Ill (Irreversible) Genre:FIRE The body in the mirror isn’t her own: it’s the outrageously beautiful noblewoman destined to be the game’s last boss and most hated villainess. In the original *Crimson Heirs of Everflame*, Fiametta’s only endings were imprisonment, execution, or a beautifully animated death. Now, the system insists her illness is incurable even as she feels disturbingly healthy and the so called “FIRE” genre quietly explains itself: heightened emotions, irreversible consequences, and “reality bleed-through.” Worse, all the flags are wrong. The four powerful heroines who were supposed to loathe Fiametta now have their affection maxed out: * Crown Princess Seraphine , who announces their political engagement and clings like a devoted fiancée who would burn the world before letting Fia vanish. * Knight-Captain Elira, the empire’s sword, assigned as Fiametta’s personal escort. * Archmage Lyriel , whose cold logic melts whenever Fia’s name is mentioned. * Saintess Mira, the empire’s holy light, who prays for Fia with frightening intensity. In the game, they were routes Fumiko chased as a player. In this world, they are women who love Fiametta too much to let her go and perhaps too much to let her be free. Caught between a body marked by a terminal countdown, four heroines whose love already burns at maximum, and a system that treats reality like a script it can overwrite, Fumiko has to think like the gamer she used to be: * Map the routes in a world that no longer follows its own code. * Discover what “FIRE” really demands from its players. * Hack a fate labeled irreversible before the genre turns her life and the women who love her into ash. In a universe where love is fuel and every choice can ignite a catastrophe, the villainess of *Crimson Heirs of Everflame* must decide: Is she trying to survive her own story… or willing to burn with them, if that’s the only ending left?

What counts as true revenge? Of course it's making your enemy suffer! Making them wish for death! Making them regret everything! Since Itachi, you cared so much about your little brother that you couldn't bear to kill him even while massacring the entire clan, how could I bear to let him suffer in this mortal world? Of course I'll send him down to join everyone and be free! Since Itachi, you wanted peace so badly, then let's make the Fourth War, Fifth War, Sixth War... start quickly! Since Itachi, you cared so much about Konoha Village, then naturally I'll make Konoha completely disappear from the entire shinobi world! To achieve this goal, I can cooperate with Nagato! I can cooperate with Black Zetsu too! What bullshit Moon's Eye Plan - way too damn conservative! As long as I can get my revenge, I'll do anything! What? You say those people are innocent? Were my dead family members not innocent then? Since they were innocent...

It took Haruki years to build the cold character that made those who knew him tremble before him as a Yakuza chairman, but it only took that man's glance to change everything, to break down his walls and make him seek a warmth he never knew he needed. Hiroshi's smile, scent, deep soothing voice, warmth of his embrace... "This is not what I want." "This cannot be what I need. There's no way I'm going to be weak! I'm the chairman, and I can't afford to be weak." "I will never fall in love, never be weak... ever again." "I need him to leave my life, I don't care about him, I never did." "Who gave you the right to harm what is mine?! I'm going to ruin your life!" "You are completely mine." "Haruki, it is okay to be weak when you are with me." "I will never fall in love with you, you simply belong to me." "Yes, I do..." But you are also mine. ***** Between a Mafia boss who is an infamous player and his doctor, who gets to fall the hardest in love? Bullied high school student, Haruki wakes up one evening in the hospital and he is faced with the fact that his grandfather he never knew was the head of a powerful popular clan and he was dying without an heir. The youth bullied for his beautiful appearance was forced to undergo a complete transformation under strict supervision within a short period. His transformation might have been extreme as Haruki grew up to get all he wanted and became infamous for being a player. He broke the hearts of many both males and females. His toughness knew no bond as the true Spirit of a strong clan leader that laid dormant in him was awakened with every work he did. The great leader was forced to pause at the sight of the new family doctor who had just taken over his father's job. He was pleased with the sight he saw and began to pursue what he wanted. The doctor how ever, had other plans as he was not going to let the younger man change his life completely without doing the same to him. (Breaking his walls and bringing him love). A war of love was fought between thee two men as none of them was willing to lose psychologically. Amid the bloody wars of the underground world, they fought to win through the push and pulls of the new feelings they got exposed to . Warning: *Dominant, strong, bottom/uke/shou, and a sweet, kindhearted, gentle, muscular, romantic top/seme/gong. *If you don't read Yaoi stories please you are excused. *It contains an abundance of sweetness and warmth.

Aria Thorne’s life crumbles when she comes to the realization that her husband , Ethan was a chronic cheat and usurper. Divorced,she wallows in debt and office scandals brewed by her jealous ex who refuses to let go despite stealing her company ideas and thriving on them as his own . In a bid to overcome these challenges, she is left with no choice but to sign a compromising contract with Lucian Voss,her new boss and the ruthless CEO of Voss enterprises . A contract to become his personal office slave, which requires total obedience, living under his roof, surrendering to every command day and night in exchange for clearing her debts. He owns her body and demands her submission. He's addicted to breaking her walls and claiming her completely but Aria's fire burns hotter than his control. What starts as a forced arrangement turns into a dangerous obsession. Will she escape the devil in the suit or beg for more?

Eve never believed in fate...until three ruthless alphas claimed her as theirs. Desperate to save her dying mother, Eve works as a masked dancer at Eclipse, the city's most exclusive club, where anonymity is her only protection. When the infamous Blackwood triplets—Damian, Damon, and Silas, offer her an obscene amount of money for a six-month exclusive contract, she accepts despite the terrifying rumors. Girls whisper about their brutality, their insatiable appetites, and the way they share everything... including women. The first night, Eve discovers the rumors don't do them justice. Damian commands her body with cold precision, every touch calculated to break down her defenses. Damon's dangerous playfulness pushes her past limits she didn't know she had, making her crave the edge of fear and pleasure. Silas watches with obsessive intensity, learning every tremor and gasp, demanding complete psychological surrender. Together, they overwhelm her....three predators claiming their prey in the most primal way possible. But something is different about Eve. While other women break under the brothers' dark desires, she endures. She matches their intensity, craves their brutality, returns night after night hungry for more. They're possessive in ways that should terrify her, marking her body as their territory, but her skin burns hotter under their hands than it ever has before. The brothers don't understand why they can't stay away from her. Why her scent drives them to the edge of madness. Why the mate bond...something they never believed they'd find...pulls them to this masked human with increasing, undeniable force. Then Eve's body begins to change. After three days without them, she collapses, her body shutting down from a hunger no food can satisfy. When Damian touches her fevered skin, her eyes glow amber and an ancient binding spell shatters. The truth explodes between them in a wave of desperate, consuming need: Eve isn't human. She's a succubi—a creature who feeds on sexual energy to survive. And they are her fated mates. Suddenly, Eve's nightly visits become her lifeline. She needs them...needs their touch, their dominance, their insatiable desire....or she'll die. A dark paranormal romance of fated mates, brutal alphas, and a queen who was born to rule them all.

Damon Kells was a delivery guy drowning in debt, right up until he survived the explosion that supposedly killed Zero, the strongest SSS-rank Hunter on the planet. Now everyone thinks he is Zero… suffering from amnesia. There’s just one problem: he has no mana, and his physical condition is absolutely pathetic. After the incident, he gains the Legislator’s Eye, an ability that reveals hidden weak points no one else can see, along with a cursed weapon that shaves years off his lifespan. He’s now under the watchful eye of the world’s most powerful Guild Master, a woman who can detect any lie… while her daughter, the guild’s elite captain, practically worships him like a god, and on top of that, a demon girl sticks to him waiting for the moment he stops being useful so she can finally kill him.

**She came to steal a plant. She left utterly destroyed and completely his** Aria Chen is a woman who wears many masks: brilliant hacker, underground artist, medical prodigy. But none of those identities can save her dying mother from a rare disease with only one cure a nearly extinct medicinal plant called Vitalis Radix, cultivated exclusively on the private estate of billionaire CEO Damien Blackwood. Desperate and running out of time, Aria does the unthinkable: she infiltrates his fortress-like mansion as a maid under a false identity, planning to steal the plant and vanish before anyone discovers the truth. The plan is simple. "Get in. Get the plant. Get out." Until she meets him. Damien Blackwood is power incarnate ruthlessly intelligent, devastatingly handsome, and dangerously observant. From their first encounter, the attraction between them is explosive, undeniable, and completely forbidden. When he makes her his personal maid, Aria thinks she's been given the perfect access to complete her mission. She has no idea he's been waiting for her. He knows exactly who she is. And he's going to make her pay. But his punishment won't come in the form of police or prosecution. It comes in whispered commands in the darkness. In his hands claiming every inch of her virgin body. In the way he teaches her that pleasure and control are two sides of the same coin. "You're mine now. Every hole. Every moan. Every desperate whimper when you beg me to let you come." Aria is a virgin who's never experienced desire, never understood her own body's capacity for pleasure. Damien becomes her sexual awakening and her complete undoing. He introduces her to a world of dark eroticism she never knew existed remote-controlled vibrators she must wear while serving his dinner guests, sex in his office while he's on business calls, punishments that leave her marked and aching and desperate for more. She becomes addicted. To his touch. To his dominance. To the way he makes her body sing with pleasures she didn't know were possible. Every encounter pushes her boundaries further. Every night in his bed pulls her deeper into obsession. He's possessive to the point of madness, jealous of every man who looks at her, determined to own not just her body but her very soul. "When I'm done with you, you won't remember your own name. You'll only remember mine." As Aria falls deeper into Damien's web of dominance and desire, her mission becomes impossible to separate from her feelings. Her mother is dying. Time is running out. But every night in his arms makes her question what she's willing to sacrifice. When he finally catches her in the greenhouse, hands covered in soil and guilt written across her face, the confrontation is explosive. "Did you really think I didn't know? That I haven't been ten steps ahead this entire time? You played your game, Aria. Now it's time for mine." Betrayal. Rage. Raw, punishing sex that blurs the line between fury and passion. READER WARNING: This is a DARK EROTIC ROMANCE with explicit sexual content including: ** Virgin heroine's complete sexual awakening ** Dominant alpha hero with possessive/obsessive tendencies ** Power dynamics and consensual control (employer/employee) ** Public sexual situations and exhibitionism elements **Use of sex toys for control and pleasure ** Punishment scenarios (spanking, discipline) ** Intense jealousy and possessiveness ** Morally gray characters who make questionable choices ** Explicit language and graphic sexual scenes ** Pushed boundaries (always consensual) ** Emotional intensity and angst This book contains a GUARANTEED HEA but the journey is dark, twisted, and absolutely filthy. If you want safe and sweet, this isn't your book. If you want a billionaire who plays dirty and a heroine who learns to crave it, "Welcome to Blackwood Estate. where every rule is meant to be broken, every boundary is meant to be pushed, and love is the most dangerous game of all."

[Mature Content R18+] [Slow-Burn Dark Romance] Two days before my wedding, my fiancé told me he would marry my twin sister, because it was her dying wish. My family, his family, everyone dear to me, turned me into a villain for being defiant. The decision was final. The bride had changed. They forced me into a golden cage, waiting for my turn to be another substitute. Then he came. The man who should have been my enemy offered his hand. Led us into one wild night. "Be my wife. Six years. Let's have a contract for exactly that long." "You lost your mind. You promised-" "And I'll give you five years. You can be free. Do whatever you want with the Kingston name. I promised that." "Wh... what?" "But you must promise me, you will be back, and let's live like we burn for each other in that last year." "Rafael... what are you planning to?" "Get things back to their right place." I was tired of being anyone's pawn. So, I play my own game. Five years later, I am back. Revenge is an understatement. The price for my suffering is due. My children keep asking for their father. They'll meet him soon, but there's a problem:  I’m not sure who the real father is. "Viona... I never stop loving you. Tell me they are my flesh, right? I want you back. I want us back." My ex-fiancé shamelessly pleaded before me. "They are mine. The four of them are mine." And there he was, my contracted husband declared with a glare that was ready to burn the whole society down. This should be a simple game of power. But love always meddles between the players. ====== Author's Note: This Novel is a character-driven plot with slow-burn smut. Every character has their own motivation and is layered. Every choice has no easy way out. If you enjoy slow burn, this might be to your liking. Please read all the free chapters before you decide to continue or not. Thank you for giving this story a chance.