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The wind howled through the broken windows, rattling the old glass like ghostly fingertips. Vivian stood in the doorway of the estate’s boathouse, staring at the dark waters beyond. The lake was still. Just like it was ten years ago. Damien’s footsteps echoed on the wooden floor behind her. She didn’t turn. “So this is where it happened,” he said quietly. Vivian exhaled, her breath trembling. “This is where I lost everything.” Damien stepped closer. “You didn’t lose everything, Vivian.” She laughed bitterly. “Didn’t I? I lost my sister. I lost my father. I lost you.” “I was never yours to lose,” he whispered. Her hand curled into a fist at her side. “No, you were just hers. Even now. Even after everything she’s done.” “She’s the mother of my child.” Vivian turned then, sharply, eyes gleaming. “And what am I, Damien? Just the girl who carried your grief for a decade? The one you confided in, leaned on, kissed like it meant something—but only in the dark, when no one could see?” He flinched. “You don’t understand—” “No,” she cut in. “You don’t understand. I didn’t come back to fight for you. I came back because I needed to know if it was my fault. If I killed her. If I ruined this family. And now I know the truth.” She stepped forward, close enough to see the storm in his eyes. “She’s not the victim,” Vivian said. “And I’m not the monster.” Damien’s voice broke. “Vivian, I never stopped—” “Don’t,” she whispered. “Don’t say it. Not now. Not when everything I believed in was built on a lie.” Vivian DeWitt was cast out of New York’s most powerful family after her sister’s death ruined them all. A decade later, the sister she thought she killed walks into a gala—very much alive and arm-in-arm with the only man Vivian ever loved. Now forced back into a world of betrayal, power, and lies, Vivian must uncover what really happened that night, before it destroys her for good.

— A forbidden love, a kingdom’s betrayal, and a war that will decide the fate of every realm. Sent under the false identity of Erin Lane, Princess Celeste Raven has one mission: infiltrate the home of the enemy—Prince Xander Volkov—and gather the evidence needed to blackmail his powerful werewolf family into confessing a crime her kingdom of witches never committed. But as days pass and secrets pile higher, Celeste finds herself entangled in something far more dangerous than political revenge—her heart. What begins as icy disdain evolves into a dangerous slow-burn attraction between two heirs of opposing realms. Yet love cannot change the truth: Xander’s parents are hiding something darker than betrayal, and it all leads to a shadow far stronger than any kingdom—an ancient power plotting to summon the lords of hell. As forgotten bloodlines resurface and real identities unravel, Erin and Xander must choose between duty and each other. And when all hope seems lost, a final sacrifice will determine not just who survives—but who rules. Because in a world of witches, wolves, faes, vampires and demons… even love can be a weapon.

In a post-apocalyptic world ushered by the existence of "Atheris," a compound infecting the world and its inhabitants, genius Leith Laziel must defeat a corrupt entity as he endures both internal and external conflict--a result of his own immorally gray decisions.

[WSA 2025] After dying while trying to save his childhood friend, Tyler finds himself in a world he knew all too well, but there are some very big problems. No, it wasn’t the fact that he was an extra; in this world, it didn’t matter if you reincarnated as the main character or an insignificant extra. Steal the opportunities of the main characters and their companions? Nope, not possible. Everyone in the world ends up dying except for the two main characters, and it's unavoidable. He literally doomed. So, what can he do? There was only one narrow path open for him to become the only other strong character that could survive the calamity, the only one greatest nemesis of the main character, "The Demon King." ______________________________ Additional info about the story, [1] Heavy Tragedies [2] Complex MC and side characters [3] Heavy character development [4] No-Harem [5] Dark [6] Magic [7] Slowburn.. [8] Power is not given in this world, it is earned. [9] The most talented ones in this world suffer the greatest. [10] Demons, Dragons, Elves, and Otherworlders. ______________________________ (2 chapters Daily) (GMT+8, 00:00 - Update Time)

[Disclaimer! The next life of an isekaied student. Details below…] From a very young age, he's lived his life under the watchful eyes of unseen beings. They could not physically interfere with his world, but they had ways to make his life hell. Maybe it was by fluke or they wanted to give him a break, but he managed to live a life free from their scrutinization for 11 years. And just when he thought life could only be better from this point on, he died. In a terrible accident caused by someone he cherished. But orchestrated by those who desired him, or his soul. By sheer luck, he had caught the eye of one of these higher beings. And was blessed with the gift of a second chance. He was transmigrated to another world, the world of a novel he was obsessed with. And it is through this incident he manages to figure out the secrets of his past life, and the lives before that. The reason he was monitored so strictly, and treated as a quality source of entertainment. All he wanted was a peaceful life, with the freedom to do as he wished. All he had were the people around him, who were continually taken away from him. Although unwanted, he cherished his second life. But then the peace was short-lived, and fate brought them all back, one by one. And once again, he was back to the same old scrutiny. But is it always that easy? To have all you want just because you possessed the power to do so? What if, just what if that helpless soul treated as nothing but an efficient source of entertainment, somehow possessed such power as well? Would they be let off? Yes, after all his whole existence was to create a good show. But why not pay back to his audience in equal measure, after all the path he set on was the only true path meant for him. Truly, the whispers of the unknown tell the same story, and here's a wonder, why does it remain unknown? [For more details, click "Read now" below]

In a world where intelligent species are as many as stars observable in the night.There exists Guardians of humanity, The Wardens. The wardens were the protectors of the human clans and they were known as heroes. Heroes of what you might ask?,Well in this world of chaos,there was no race who were safe.Not humans,not dragons,not goblins.No race was safe from each other.Each race were at war at each other,either for resources or power,nothing was left.Everything was an excuse for war.This was the rise of the wardens.The wardens or otherwise the protectors of humanity would destroy any race who would try to extinct the humans,and they had powerful and awful ways of doing it. Just as time went on passing,Humanity lived in peace and so did the Wardens. However this peace didn't last long, as the emperor of the dragon race made a breakthrough in his bottleneck,and made a peace treaty with the other races, deciding to make an alliance and annialate the humans,since they were growing more arrogant and brewing with confidence thanks to the wardens. Thus the war began,under the command of the dragon emperor's rule,all the races waged war and ruptured chaos,the main goal:extinction of humanity. However humans weren't weak, especially the wardens,commanding the 5 elements The Warden Of Flames The Warden Of Tides The Warden Of Thunder The Warden Of Winds The Warden Of Metal All pulled through,even though they were overpowered by numbers they too overpowered by strength,thus beheading not only the dragon emperor but also destroying HALF OF ALL RACES IN THE WAR. However the 5 wardens were totally worn out, inorder to achieve the impossible they had to do the impossible,they burned their ESSENCE to gain strength,which had a huge toll on their strength and soul. So inorder to revive their Mana,soul and essence they had to go to slumber for 100 years. Humanity knew that they're hopes were gone however they couldn't hold the inevitable thus they built the citadels to honor the 5 wardens and let them sleep. Even though they were worried it was obvious,no races were soon to recover of what they had seen or lost. The wardens made their promise to return and help humanity but finally after 100 years, Ashfall the warden of Flames is shocked as he wakes up to a peaceful era where all the races of the globe live harmoniously among each other! What will Ashfall do in a world that he is forgotten. A world where he has no purpose. Will he finally rest peacefully. ––– Yes, use of mana Is present in this world. So is spells, magic and also all kinds of races are present, from dragons to goblins to you name it.. Also it follows slice of life theme. Any other questions will be answered in the comment section under author's review.

Obsessive pro gamer Riyo Takahashi—known as ‘Mr. Unreadable’ over the gaming community, used to indulge himself in the pleasure of BR games. After being persuaded by his childhood friend, he decided to play a certain Virtual World MMORPG which became overhyped after the latest 2.7 patch update—especially when the powerful NxGEN Engine took over its servers. However, when Riyo Takahashi began his new journey in the virtual fantasy of Arcana Dynasty Chronicles—ADC for short, he soon found that there had been an interception, preventing him from ever logging out. While the other players deliberately could log in or out, he remained stuck in the game. Instead of falling apart, he decided—no matter what— he would get back to his real world. However, with countless mysteries hidden within the virtual world—massive secret quests, unexpected rewards, and a Rank-Up System tied to an exclusive cheat skill—Riyo set out on his path to conquest. Whether it was limited-time Chronicle Events, Dynastic Singularity quests, or the Ultimate Conqueror Contest, he was determined to complete anything and everything. All to find his friends—who were far ahead of him in the same game—and return to IRL as quickly as possible. ◦•●◉✿◉●•◦ Additional Tags ◦•●◉✿◉●•◦ #Summoning #Beast Taming #Magic #Dragons #Necromancy #VRMMORPG #Spirit Beast Contract #Evolution #Angels #No Yuri #No NTR ◦•●◉✿◉●•◦◦•●◉✿◉●•◦ Become a Realmwalker by joing the diacord server: https://discord.gg/Zc3gjNjXr6 ◦•●◉✿◉●•◦◦•●◉✿◉●•◦

Before time had shape, before life had meaning Xha’veth watched. Kael has always felt out of place, a hollow presence in a world where meaning has long since decayed. But when the sky fractures and something calls to him a voice no one else can hear his quiet life collapses. The Whispered Event marks the beginning. Visions. Echoes. Forgotten things crawling back into the light. Kael doesn’t understand what’s happening to him, only that it began the moment Xha’veth turned its gaze his way. And whatever has awakened inside him… it was never meant to return.

I had three simple rules: 1. Never remove the hood and mask. 2. Don’t attract attention. 3. Follow rule one and two at all costs. Simple, right? Well, I followed them religiously—until Jason came along and shattered them all. I didn’t want anyone to know my identity. I just wanted to stay in the shadows, finish school, and disappear. But no, the stupid jock had to get in my way, and now my peaceful, hidden life is in ruins. I didn’t mean to embarrass the school’s golden boy. His name? Jason. He’s the son of the country’s richest CEO. Ironically, I chose this place to hide from my own father, the man I’m trying to escape. I look too much like him, and if anyone made the connection, my cover would be blown. Hence, the hood and mask I wear every single day. But now, instead of just hiding from my father, I have to watch out for Jason, too. He’s vowed to make my life miserable. I still can’t figure out his obsession with me—one minute he’s humiliating me in front of everyone, and the next he’s trying to kiss me behind the bleachers.

Betrayed and discarded to die by the one whom she loved the most, the former empress of Akea, Amelia Volemont finds her self in the body of Amelia Cosgrove, the first daughter of the Cosgrove family who was unwanted by her family and basically had everything taken from her including her fiance, Ace Blackwood, by her step Sister, Lilac Cosgrove. Determined not to repeat the mistakes of her past, Amelia decides to abandon love and live life on her own terms. Breaking off her engagement with Ace should have been a step toward freedom, but fate has other plans. To maintain their family’s reputation, her parents hastily re-engage her to Kai Blackwood, the so-called useless, unwanted son of the Blackwood family. Amelia reassures herself that this engagement won’t last long after all, Kai seems just as disinterested as she is. But six months later, she finds herself watching in disbelief as he eagerly helps her choose a wedding dress. A month later, she sees the headlines announcing the downfall of the once-powerful Blackwood family only to turn and find Kai smirking evily, a gloating glint in his eyes. Wasn't he suppose to be the useless son of the Blackwood family? Why did he seem to be a big boss instead? Calm and indifferent female lead × Possessive and Mentally Unstable male lead. Disclaimer: The Character Photos were gotten from Pintrest. If you are the artist and wish for it to be taken down please do inform me.

In the fantasy world ruled by Matriarchy, Kael of the Ancient Moonstone House, was working as a guild receptionist. Throughout his life, he was protected by his mother and later, younger sister, who was considered one of the highest potential individuals in the Queendom of Elyria. One day, he hears that his sister has gone missing and his family has accumulated debts of over 127 million gold coins to the Bank. The Queen comes to his rescue, paying off his debts and in exchange, he has to marry her five daughters, who each excel in a domain of their own. Having the five imperial princesses and the Queen herself as the backing, Kael has become one of the most protected individuals in the Queendom. Little did his wives know that Kael had another identity. He is the most dreaded yet noble Assassin of the imperial city, "K," one who hunts down the criminals who escape punishment either because of insufficient evidence or using their connections. Follow Kael's journey, as he navigates his life as the protected figure in the light and protector of justice in the shadows.

Rhea Nyx was supposed to have her forever. A mate bond. A pack. A future. But forever shattered the day he walked away, leaving her broken, pregnant, and alone in a sterile hospital room that didn’t care if she lived or died. Now, she’s just surviving. Barely. Until a little girl with too-big eyes and too much hope drags her into something like a second chance. Rhea doesn't believe in second chances. Not anymore. But when the people she's grown to protect are threatened, Rhea does what wolves do best—she fights back. Hard. And just when she thinks she's got nothing left to lose, she meets him. Her second chance mate. Only… he’s not just a man. He’s a hybrid. A set toy. Built in a lab, owned by monsters, trained to obey. And yet—he looks at her like she’s the only real thing in the world. Now Rhea has to make a choice. Burn it all down, or become the very thing that could break her mate. This is a story about found family, the soft ache of grief, the sharp edge of survival—and the kind of love that doesn’t ask for permission.

Hello, my fellow Tsunade enjoyers! Tired of MCs collecting more sharingans than Danzo? Had enough of Uchiha revenge plots and Konoha crush plans? Feeling hopeless because of yet another self-insert, wish-fulfillment garbage? Fear not! This book will recharge your Tsunadium daily! Enjoy real romance and peak comedy. Your favorite tsundere heroine is here! What are you waiting for? Get your Limited Edition today—only for 699 ryo!* Sincerely yours, Kakuzu. *(NO REFUNDS) --- What to expect: Romance+comedy combo, with Tsunade as the female lead. MC is strong from the start but plays a supportive role. Not a system novel, though the MC technically has one. MC is a slacker and a flirt, but there’s no harem. Add to this a slight take on Hokage duties and politics. --- It’s a translation, by the way, but I cleaned it up a bit. All credit goes to the original creators. Upload schedule: 1 chapter a day. If you're looking for the raw title or MTL, check out my pinned review below.

—REMON— WSA 2025— "Do You Believe In Magic?" Cha Jin-sung, a nineteen-year-old web novelist, is stuck in a rut after his popular story, Tales of Heroes and Demons, is abruptly cancelled. Battling with his failures, he receives a cryptic message from an unknown reader, offering him the chance to complete his unfinished story. But in a surreal twist, his response to the email leads him to an extraordinary situation—transmigration into the very world of his novel. In Meltonia, a fantastical world filled with mana and strange powers, Jin-sung now inhabits the body of a seemingly insignificant character, Kaiser Vanguard, who was written into the story out of pity. Jin-sung, now Kaiser Vanguard, uncovers a chilling realization: he must survive the events he wrote into his novel. With his soul merged with Kaiser Vanguard’s, Jin-sung must navigate the hostile landscape of Meltonia, where the stakes of his story have become all too real. As he struggles to survive and understand his transmigration, Jin-sung's main goal becomes clear: to finish the story he once cared for so deeply, now that it’s no longer just fiction—it's his reality. However, whether he'll be able to navigate the dangers of the world he created and reach a satisfying conclusion remains uncertain. This new journey will test his wit, survival instincts, and desire to complete the tale he left behind, all while facing the possibility of an ending far darker than anything he ever intended.

The echoes of old tales still live on they simply haven’t reached their destination yet. Elanora, a girl carrying the weight of her past, embarks on a journey into the mountains. She’s searching for something perhaps answers to forgotten questions, a lost truth, or simply a way to find herself again. But in the shadow of towering peaks, where the wind whispers stories and the silence of the night guards secrets, an unexpected companion becomes her destiny. A chance meeting that is more than just coincidence, It is the beginning of a new chapter When the journey turns into a test of romance and thrill, when every twist reveals a hidden truth, can an old tale truly be reborn into an untold path?

WSA 2025 Entry [Additional Tags: Beastmen, Vampire, Elf, Fluff, Gore, LGBT, Supporting Characters' Romantic Subplot, BxB subplot] Planning 2 chapters/day starting June 1st There is harem planned consisting of both male and female! So yes, not pure Yuri. Slow-burn story with quite a bit of comedy Romance & Smut is planned, but the romance of this story will also be slow-burn, please wait for its appropriate, well-deserved arc(s). --- "I will be the strongest sorcerer in the world!" In a world of 8 different elemental attributes, a girl was born with a humble and basic [Fire] attribute, yet she grew up to be a narcissist with a flaming ego and a fiery loud-mouth. All because the first skill she used at the age of 5, was an unparalleled SSS-Rank [Fireball] And she would soon learn that this world wasn't so accommodating to her antics.

There are times—far too many times—when you feel that uncontrollable urge to kill someone. For Kaya, this… this was exactly that moment. “Repeat what you just said?” She’d seen hell on the battlefield—second-in-command of a military unit, dodging bullets, dragging traitors by the collar, and coming out alive with grit under her nails. But nothing, absolutely nothing, prepared her for the sight of her spineless husband flirting with her own sister. Right in front of her. “I could never marry a barbarian like you. The one I... I like is Meera—” Blah blah. The same pitiful nonsense again. You think—what could possibly be worse than this? And then, right on cue, your idiotic sister chimes in, completely serious, “I just poisoned you.” Wow. BANG. Before anyone could even react, Meera collapsed. Dead. Her so-called husband gasped like a fish dragged out of water. “Y-you…” He dropped to his knees, staring at Kaya like he was seeing a monster rise from the dark. “You killed your sister?! How could y—?” BANG. Second bullet. Same spot. He dropped like a puppet with its strings cut. Silence. ... Just when Kaya thought her story had finally reached its bitter end, the universe—no, god himself—decided to throw in one last, ridiculous twist. “Wife… wife, didn’t you say you were gonna eat me? Why’d you stop?” A snake beast, ridiculously charming and glowing like some immortal fantasy, clung to her, eyes gleaming. Another voice interrupted. “Shut up! My wife wants to cuddle me now—” A sparrow beastman leapt into her arms, like that made any sense. “Hic… wife, don’t you want me anymore?” A panda-like beastman sat beside her, huge, sniffly, and wronged like a child abandoned at a festival. Sitting in the middle of all this, Kaya was absolutely dumbfounded. ‘When the hell did all of this even start?’

His name was 25. On Avalis, he was just one of many tasked with fulfilling missions for Earth’s people. This time, he was given a simple one—live as Zeno Han and have an ordinary life. Easy. Or so he thought. The moment he took over Zeno’s body, someone shoved a script into his hands. “You’ll be perfect for this role!” And just like that, he was on set. [Fame Meter: Unable to Measure. Off the charts.] Doctor? Check. Pilot? Check. Eunuch? …Regrettably, check. Every script forces him to relive past missions, and somehow, he’s nailing every performance. Now, the industry wants to make him a star, but can he still complete his mission? Or will fame—and the terrifying unknown of failure—be his final curtain call?

After years of relentless effort, I finally defeated the ultimate boss in EVR. I am the strongest. I won! But... was it worth it? "You may wish for anything as a reward for your achievement. What is your desire?" "I... I need to Log In!" -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hi everyone, welcome to my new book. First of all, this is a no-harem story. Yes, there is romance. Also, please note that in the first half of this story, the MC is a love-struck man with cheat skills, so the story is wish-fulfilling. But in the second half, there will be real challenges for him. I wrote my first book to get better at writing, so it was an experiment for me, but it turned out well. Lucky me!! But this story has always been in my mind, and here we are! Even though the two stories share the same universe, they have minimal links. But I still suggest reading my other book, I Don't Need To Log Out, because I won't dive deep into the universe's lore in this story. Rest assured, you won't feel anything amiss if you don't read that one. But you should at least read the auxiliary chapter for the minimum amount of information needed. I will be sharing 2 chapters a day. Power Stone events will start after the story gets 100 Power Stones in one week.