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As the alien shared glimpses of its home planet and the wonders of the cosmos, the room transformed into a canvas of interstellar beauty. The walls seemed to dissolve, replaced by celestial landscapes and swirling galaxies. Kate and Tim, no longer confined by the weird, embraced the real spectacle unfolding before them. Questions flowed like a cosmic river, a dialogue between worlds. The alien, in turn, sought to understand the intricacies of human emotion, the fleeting moments that defined their existence. It was a meeting of minds and hearts, a bridge between Earth and the Cosmos. The siblings couldn't shake the feeling that they are now part of something extraordinary.

Beneath a fractured sky, ancient ruins whisper secrets no one dares to remember. In the shadows of a dying city, seventeen-year-old Kael stumbles upon a relic—an artifact pulsing with impossible energy, coveted by those who would kill to possess it. Haunted by visions of a captive girl and pursued by the enigmatic Aetherlords, Kael is thrust into a world where the line between technology and sorcery blurs, and every ally hides a secret. As cryptic glyphs awaken and forgotten machines stir, Kael must unravel the truth behind the Riftborne legacy before the last hope flickers out. What lies buried in the ruins could reshape reality—or end it forever. Some mysteries are meant to remain lost. But Kael is about to break them open.

By reporting about a truth that the government wanted buried, the former journalist Corey lost everything that he held dear. Amidst criminals, social outcasts and homeless people he is, himself bitter and homeless, living under the train bridge on the outskirts of town, when a black cat with a heart-shaped pendant on its collar strarts following him around. Corey wants to return it to its owner, but when he opens the pendant, he finds a note inside it that could save a life. The one that he thinks to have lost just as much as that of the complete stranger who is using the pendant on a cat´s collar to call for help.

She was an Elemental. He was Human. There was a Witch Hunt. She was targeted. He refused to lose her. They had allies, they had enemies. Blue Thunder’s legend goes deep enough that a trilogy isn’t enough to cover it. Follow Coralis as she goes through life tribulations. What would she be willing to do to protect her loved ones?

Ten years. Ten years of silence, steel bars, and suffocating isolation. Ten years of sacrifice for a family that never intended to save her. Heira Darnell believed her choice was noble pleading guilty to a crime she didn’t commit to protect her father’s empire. She imagined her loyalty would be rewarded with love, with redemption. That her family would fight for her release, proclaim her innocence, and one day welcome her back with open arms. She was wrong. When the prison gates finally opened, freedom came with a devastating truth: her family had erased her. They denied her existence, rewrote history, and built a new life without her. In her place, they installed Calliope a girl they adopted not out of love, but out of strategy. Beautiful, brilliant, and venomous beneath a perfect smile, Calliope didn’t just fill Heira’s shoes she twisted the knife. It wasn’t enough to replace Heira. Calliope rewrote her story, poisoned what was left of her name, and made sure no one would ever ask what really happened. The Darnells the people Heira bled for abandoned her the moment she became inconvenient. And it was Calliope who helped seal the door behind her. Shattered by betrayal, burning with rage, Heira steps back into a world that no longer remembers her but she remembers everything. Especially Calliope: the snake in silk, the false daughter basking in stolen power, the rival who knows exactly how to smile while twisting the blade. Now, Heira wants more than justice. She wants retribution. They stole her life, her name, her dignity. She’ll take back all of it and more. Brick by brick, secret by secret, she’ll dismantle the legacy she once protected. And when she returns to the mansion that cast her out, it won’t be as a daughter but as a reckoning. They thought prison would break her. Instead, it forged her. The game has changed. And Heira is no longer playing by their rules.

Reborn as Princess Nefertari Vivi—the sole heir of the Alabasta Kingdom and owner of untold riches—she was meant to live a life of luxury, diplomacy, and political expectation. But fate has other plans. With the blood of royalty and the fire of rebellion in her veins, she refuses to be a pawn in the World Government’s game. Becoming a pirate? Impossible. Joining the Navy? Laughable. Yet from within the shadows of the Grand Line, she rises—not as a princess of peace, but as the hidden boss of the pirate world. In a brutal world ruled by Devil Fruits, Haki, and ancient powers, survival is the first step. But for her, survival isn't enough. She’ll ignite revolutions, challenge emperors, and rip through fate itself to forge a throne no one saw coming. If the world won’t give her a crown—she’ll take it. Join Our Fanfiction Realm on Discord: Come hang out with fellow readers, share your theories, get sneak peeks, and be part of live discussions. Discord Link: https://discord.gg/dJE7EVmy3R

--- Ariana was rooted to the floor outside of Anthony’s door her heart raced in her chest, like something was preparing to break apart her ribs. She had not wanted to come to a halt, much less listen in on the conversation that was unfolding before her. But the sound of laughter that came from Rachel was not new to her ears which suddenly had her face the direction of the voice like a pupet. “…you’re so bad, Anthony,” Rachel whispered sexily. “I never lie to you,” Anthony countered sullenly then suddenly grew smarmy, “I’m only bad with you.” Reaching out Ariana braced her back against the wall and her mind whirled round with confusion. Glancing around the corner she stopped breathing as she saw them. Rachel resting on Anthony laps, having her hand resting on Anthony’s arm. He leered at her, and from even his bearing suggest that he wanted something more than friendship from her. “She has not realized it yet?” Rachel asked me in low tones as if Shareen was a hopeless case. Anthony chuckled. “He realized Ariana was smart, as well as trusting in his team. That’s her weakness.” Such words are a shock for Ariana as if someone slapped her. [His fists clenched.]His hands shook, and for a moment she considered; she felt that nausea could overcome herself. Trust. That was what she had delivered to them – what she considered they deserved. And now? Now they were laughing about it, about her . She wanted to rush into the room and meet them eye to eye, look them into the eyes and scold them for every single angry word that rises within her chest. But she didn’t move. Not yet. She held a strap of her bag so tightly her hands became gloved. Indeed, she retreated sensibly, her breathing becoming light. It was not so strange they did not notice her go ; of course they did not. Why would they, if they reckoned she did not know any better? And when she came to the door of the house, shutting herself out on the cold evening, when the wind caressed her cheek like a slate, then in her soul something leaped. The heartbreak was still there, but it was buried beneath a wave of something new,rage. But she paused and with her head held high she walked away leaving her legs give away from her. The frosty night’s darkness embraced her when she tripped outside, onto the campus and grass., but the freezing air was no match for the icy sensation in her chest. She began to ponder vigorously various questions, accusations and processes of retaliation in her mind. But she didn’t see the car. This blaring of the horn was too late. There was the pathetic squealing of brakes and a moment of unbearable agony that filled her from head to toe. The world staggered, and the last thing Ariana could make out before everything went black was the night sky above her. Everything went black. ---

In the glittering, high-stakes world of corporate power, Liang Chen, the brilliant heir to Horizon Tech, carried the weight of a dynasty on his shoulders. Known online as "Sentinel," his sharp intellect and unyielding resolve dominated fierce debates on tech ethics, even as unseen forces conspired to dismantle his empire. B Miles away, Mei Lin, a spirited and fiercely independent ethical hacker known as "CipherTruth," championed data privacy with fiery passion, blissfully unaware that her most formidable online opponent was the very man whose path she was fated to cross. Their worlds were poles apart, yet an unexpected act of kindness, a desperate corporate crisis, and the cunningness of a powerful family were about to bind them in a secret marriage, forcing them into a dance of hidden identities, dangerous alliances, and a love that defied every expectation, all while veiled threats lurked within the walls of Dragon Crest Manor.

Echoes of Lagos — Synopsis In the heart of Lagos, a city pulsing with ambition and secrets, investigative journalist Adesuwa Kareem has spent the last decade chasing ghosts — and none more haunting than her younger sister’s unsolved murder. When a promising university student dies under mysterious circumstances, the past she buried comes clawing back, echoing too closely to be a coincidence. As Adesuwa digs deeper, she crosses paths with Tunde Aloba, a rookie police officer determined to fight corruption from within a broken system. Together, they begin unraveling a chilling pattern of disappearances and deaths that all point to a powerful secret society with deep ties to Lagos’ political and economic elite. But the closer they get to the truth, the more dangerous their path becomes. Friends turn into suspects, allies disappear, and a city that thrives on silence begins to roar. In the chaos, Adesuwa must choose between justice and survival — and confront a betrayal buried in her bloodline. Echoes of Lagos is a gripping mystery thriller about legacy, sacrifice, and the high cost of truth in a world built on lies.

Daniel Thompson, the disgrace of his powerful family. A man branded as a good-for-nothing ex-con, shunned by society, and deemed unworthy of even a passing glance. No sane woman would dare marry him… except for Maria, the forsaken daughter of the Falcone family, who unknowingly walks into an arranged marriage with a man cloaked in shadows. But Maria didn’t just marry a stranger, she married a two-faced maniac. A man with a past so dangerous it could shatter everything. A man whose enemies whisper his name in fear. What happens when the world discovers who Daniel really is? Why did he bury his true identity in the first place? And most chilling of all… what twisted plan does he have for his new bride? Two black sheep. One deadly game. When secrets unravel and sparks ignite, will Maria regret the day she said, “I do”?

In a seemingly idyllic marriage, Gloria believed that she had built a life with her childhood sweetheart, Simon, the leader of the Willow clan. However, when the clan faced a critical financial crisis, Simon was forced to negotiate with Xander, a rival clan leader. To Gloria's horror, Xander's terms included her as a bargaining chip, igniting fears of his ulterior motives. Determined to protect her clan's reputation, Gloria made a heart-wrenching decision to divorce Simon, believing it's the only way to safeguard her family's legacy as well as the clan’s reputation. After joining Xander's clan, she uncovered the shocking truth: Simon's betrayal ran deeper than she ever imagined, revealing a manipulative side she never knew existed. As Gloria grappled with the pain of betrayal and the weight of her choices, she vowed to reclaim her life and sought vengeance against those who wronged her. Amidst that tumultuous journey of self-discovery and revenge, she yearned for genuine love. However, will she be able to open her heart again after enduring such profound betrayal? In a world filled with deceit and ambition, Gloria must navigate her new reality and find out if true love is still within reach.

Synopsis: In the final moment before her destruction, Wanda Maximoff — the Scarlet Witch — is pulled into a void beyond time or form. Lost in the abyss of her guilt, a mysterious light touches her… and brings her back. Not to her world, but to another. One where magic is different. Where redemption might take shape: the world of Harry Potter. When a luminous figure — a doe — shows her the memories of a boy abandoned and mistreated by his relatives, Wanda understands her new purpose: to protect Lily Potter’s son. Though she doesn’t know why she was chosen, she accepts the deal. In exchange for a chance at redemption, she will care for little Harry. But Wanda is no ordinary witch. And this world is not ready for her. From the very first moment on Privet Drive, the Dursleys will feel that something has changed. With power, resolve, and growing compassion, Wanda will face a new destiny. Because this time… no one will touch the boy without facing her. After all, who better to protect the Boy Who Lived… than the Scarlet Witch herself? Author's Disclaimer: This story is loosely inspired by the initial premise of Strange Potter, a work I greatly admire and that served as a creative spark for developing this project. Although the plot, character development, and events are entirely original and distinct, I believe it's only fair to acknowledge that initial influence. Likewise, this is a non-profit fanfic that blends elements from the Marvel and Harry Potter universes, whose rights belong to their respective creators and owners (Marvel/Disney and J.K. Rowling). This work is made with respect and with the intention of paying tribute to these worlds that so many of us have enjoyed. I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com

The story follows Yugen, a seasoned Yu-Gi-Oh! player from the modern world who transmigrates into a world where the game is a fundamental part of life. He quickly discovers that powerful cards like Pot of Greed and Graceful Charity still exist and are incredibly overpowered, unlike their forbidden status in his original world. However, acquiring rare cards in this new world is extremely difficult and expensive, with some even being unobtainable. Leveraging his vast experience, Yugen decides to build a deck based on the concept of "Hand Destruction"—a strategy focused on controlling the opponent's hand to prevent them from playing cards. In his first duel at a local dojo, Yugen faces Sato Koji, an overconfident Level 3 duelist. Yugen relentlessly uses cards like Delinquent Duo, Drop Off, and Don Zaloog to systematically deplete Koji's hand and deck. Koji, initially smug, spirals into panic and frustration as he finds himself unable to summon any monsters. Ultimately, Koji loses his composure and attempts to physically assault Yugen, leading to his disqualification and defeat. The narrative highlights Yugen's "mind-game" and "frustration-inducing" tactics, drawing a stark contrast between the "fantasy Yu-Gi-Oh!" depicted in the anime and the brutal "real Yu-Gi-Oh!" where the goal is not just to win, but to ensure the opponent can't even play the game.

Fukuda Aito lived a peaceful life, his parents' favourite child until the family went bankrupt. His parents died in an accident, and he had to work hard to survive, relatives and friends shunned his as he was considered bad luck. Even at the time of his death, he had the misfortune of intending to help others but instead he was killed. It seems like God still loves him sending system 13 to live life as a good person, befriending the protagonist! Help him out of the misfortune, violence, and suffering he faces! Befriend the lonely protagonist! The tsudere school tyrant. "Didn't you say you'd be my friend, now you want to break your own promise?" The cold Major General Alpha. "You are my wife now. We will never divorce." The possessive apocalypse boss. "If you dare to leave me, I'll throw us both into the zombie pool!" "System 13, am I still the protagonist's friend now?" 1 vs 1, All gongs are one and the same soul.

Ella always believed she was living a blissful life with a loving father, stepmother, and a doting husband. Even her half-sister seemed to treat her with kindness. But it was all an illusion. They were all after the vast inheritance Ella was set to receive from her grandmother! The so-called family affection and love were fake. Her stepsister and husband had been secretly together for a long time, plotting to seize Ella's fortune. On her birthday, they poisoned Ella’s drink and pushed her into the ocean. Ella has been reborn! Given a second chance at life, she won't fall into their tender traps again. Instead, she will rise and fight back, reclaiming everything that rightfully belongs to her! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hello everyone, this is my new book. Feel free to check it out: Married First, Loved Later: A Flash Marriage with My Ex’s "Uncle." : At her wedding banquet, a man claiming to be Selina's lover stormed in, brandishing so-called intimate photos and causing chaos. Selina immediately saw through this as a scheme orchestrated by her half-sister, Natalia. However, Selina's fiancé, Ryan, not only refused to believe her but also went out of his way to defend Natalia. It turned out that Ryan and Natalia had already developed feelings for each other in secret. Everyone—Selina's father, stepmother, and Ryan's parents—knew about their affair, except for Selina, who was left in the dark. Taking advantage of the situation, Selina's father suggested swapping brides, proposing that Natalia replace Selina and complete the wedding. Ryan's family not only didn’t object but wholeheartedly supported the idea. That was the moment Selina finally realized the cruel truth: her family and Ryan's family were nothing but wolves in sheep’s clothing! "Cancel the engagement? Fine. But let it be clear—I’m the one rejecting you, you two-timing, spineless excuse for a man!" Selina declared with unshakable confidence. Her gaze then swept across the room, landing on an elegant and distinguished man. She vaguely remembered him as Ryan’s younger uncle. Walking over, she boldly asked, "Sir, how about getting married?" The man raised an eyebrow, finding her audacity intriguing. "It would be my honor, madam," he replied.

"My daughter is missing! Find her!" The moment I stepped into this country, my daughter was kidnapped. I swore, I'd kill anyone whoever dared to take my other half from me. But, when she was found, she was in the arms of a mute, devastatingly handsome man. "He took my child, kill him!" I ordered mercilessly, snatching my daughter from his grasp. "Don't kill Papa!" ...Huh? Papa? 'Has my daughter lost her mind?' "Mommy, you can't hurt Daddy!" 'What the hell has this man done to her?' I wasn't taking any chances. Dragging him with us, I forced him to sign a slav- well, let's just call it a marriage contract for a year. A necessary measure. My real business in this country was to infiltrate a private military company and persuade them to illegally trade arms with my Mafia father. But who would've thought? The mute mysterious man I married turned out to be none other than the famous ruthless Marshal of the company, whom I was ordered to avoid at all cost. Am I about to die by his hands? Will he arrest me? Should I run? "The only thing you'll be guilty of is running away, my criminal wife." My mute husband threatened me, with his deep voice. "Go ahead. I dare you!" ...Shit. I'm so screwed!

Jace doesn’t read novels — and he definitely doesn’t read BL. Or so he told himself. But one night, drunk, bored, and freshly rejected, he clicked on a fantasy romance ad that wouldn’t stop following him around. It was about a notorious prince — reckless, spoiled, known for chasing skirts and skipping royal duties — and the quiet, loyal knight who served him from the shadows. Jace didn’t mean to get invested. He mocked the genre. Scoffed at the tension. But something about the knight — the way he stayed, the way he looked at the prince — got under his skin. He wouldn’t admit it, but part of him longed for that kind of loyalty. That kind of love. Then the updates stopped. The author vanished. Two years passed, but Jace never quite forgot the story. One bad night and one drunken mistake later, Jace wakes up not in his apartment… but in a palace bed, wearing royal robes — and the face of Prince Jun. The one who wasted everything. The one the knight loved. The one who was supposed to die. Now Jace is stuck in a world of magic and politics — trying to survive in a role he barely understands — while the knight he once secretly yearned for is suddenly real, closer than ever, and looking at him like he’s worth something. Jace’s not gay, it's just that he has never been in love. But he’s about to live a story he never finished — and one he might not be ready for.

Nine Realms Sword Emperor, a legend returns, leveling everything. Genius monsters, trampled underfoot, powerful beings, wiped out with a wave of a hand. If people do not offend me, I will not offend them; if people do offend me, annihilate their entire family.

I remember, I was shot multiple times and fell into the cliff. My body landed on the cold water of the river, the impact was unbearable and painful. The water pulled me deeper, to the darkness and the deafening silence of the void. The gunshot still echoes in my ears and the wounds are aching badly I want to scratch it . Yet, what's more painful is an act of betrayal I never saw coming. I was blind and naive to never saw that coming. The person I trusted, the person I kept and sheltered, makes a fool out of me. The most ungrateful person I knew. I feel like every memories are coming back to me, from my childhood----how I was trained to kill people and do bad things. How I actually kill someone, how I manage to escape from that place and how I manage to be on top--and finally---here. My greatest downfall. I am Elise Cheong. The most wanted fugitive in all of Asia. A ruthless force, an untouchable criminal the authorities couldn't even get close to. I am a woman of pride, honor, and darkness. A name spoken in whispers, feared by all who cross it. My power is not just a shield—it's a fortress. A sanctuary that protects me from the chaos, from the world that waits to tear me apart. I am Elise Cheong. But at some point, I know that I am also someone else. Someone young, kind and loving person. A person who lives a peaceful life despite the chaos caused by creatures that lurks around that vast wall. I still remember it, a sharp sword pierced my heart ----swift and precise. My body landed on the cold grass as my blood drip from my fatal wound. I was naive, I am always that way---but that merciless betrayal was too much for me to handle. Trusting is both a scary and fleeting thing, an immense feeling of a brief companion yet, a darkness that a person can ever imagine. I am Victoria Harper. There is a power within me, yet I chose to conceal and live normally. I prefer a peaceful world, even with the darkness around me. I protect myself and the people I cared about without shredding blood and wounding anyone. I am powerful because of that. I am Victoria Harper. I was one or both of them, and somehow, I lost both and became another person.

The once most powerful ancient forbidden divine art, the Ancient Dragon Elephant Technique has been lost for millions upon millions of years. Countless years later, youth Lin Feng who was down on his luck, managed to obtain the number one ancient forbidden divine art, the Ancient Dragon Elephant Technique by chance. When Lin Feng departed from a tiny city of the northern-most area in the world, a legendary story would begin. This is a world with experts as many as the trees in a forest, a world where different races vyes for supremacy. Who shall rule over destiny in this boundlessly vast land? Depending on the Ancient Dragon Elephant Technique, Lin Feng battle the heavens and fought the earth, sweeping aside all experts with dominance, tyrannically ruling the myriad realms.