In the bustling cityscape, where the world of finance collides with the lively energy of college life, an arranged marriage unites two souls from different worlds - the seasoned, workaholic CEO of the city's largest financial empire and the spirited, carefree college student.... more>>

At the helm of the city's financial juggernaut, the CEO is a man of discipline, dedication, and success. His life is meticulously planned, with every minute accounted for in the pursuit of professional triumphs. Little does he realize that his structured world is about to be disrupted by an unexpected force - his new wife.

On the flip side of the coin is the college student, a cheerful and spontaneous individual who thrives on the unpredictability of youth. Entrusted with the responsibility of adapting to the conventions of marital life, she endeavors to embody maturity and responsibility. It's a role she is not entirely accustomed to, but one she is determined to play.

As the two embark on their journey of marital companionship, a subtle dynamic takes shape. The workaholic CEO, unknowingly, becomes a guide in the unwritten curriculum of life for his wife. He imparts lessons on structure, discipline, and the importance of perseverance, inadvertently becoming the mentor she never knew she needed.

Simultaneously, the wife, with her effervescent spirit, introduces a splash of spontaneity and joy into the CEO's regimented existence. Through her, he discovers the beauty of life beyond boardrooms and balance sheets, learning that happiness can be found in the simplest of moments.

Together, they navigate the complexities of their relationship, each leaving an indelible mark on the other's life. The story unfolds as a journey of self-discovery, love, and growth. Through trials and tribulations, laughter, and tears, this unlikely couple strives to bridge the gap between their worlds and find a harmonious balance.

As the pages turn, the tale of this arranged marriage transforms into a narrative of transformation, breaking stereotypes, and proving that love can indeed bloom in the most unexpected places. Will the workaholic CEO learn to appreciate the beauty of spontaneity, and will the carefree college student find satisfaction in structure? Join them on this rollercoaster ride of matrimony, where differences become the threads that weave their extraordinary happy-ever-after story. <<less

Octavius Ezra Severna, the mute 4th prince of Saule Lec, never saw a purpose to life besides serving the kingdom and being mute and especially... more>> with his sexuality he knew best then to speak but his loyal friend Antero went out of his way to stop the poor prince from dying of misery and found him someone very flamboyant to keep him company online until they mutually decided on meeting in real life and Omari Valentine couldn't believe who his boyfriend was. <<less

Change City is a utopia in the modern day, due to constant progress being made by Sapphire Inc. who have been rocketing technological advancements decades... more>> into the future. A groundbreaking new cosmetic surgery, even allowing humans to fuse themselves with animal DNA was recently introduced, distracting from the sorted history of disappearances around town. This has drawn Detective Artifal Carter back to her home town, on a missing persons case, involving the disappearance of the top student at Change College, despite months of searching few leads had formed, and the case was getting weak. But as leads finally make themselves known, the detective is drawn deeper into the underbelly of Change City. <<less

In the forgotten land of Gensokyo lay many a fantastical creature and personages even more fantastical than any creature – there reside plentiful of vampires, ghosts, tengus, onis, so on and so forth. The land is a refuge for these creatures who are oft forgotten in the 21st century of the Outside World (Earth) and whisked away through a barrier that separates this odd realm from the normal world that exists outside.... more>>

Perhaps the oddest location in Gensokyo, amongst those comprehendible to the ordinary human mind, is the Scarlet Devil Mansion. A Western mansion, sticking out like a sore thumb in an Eastern land, inhabited by: a gatekeeper who can’t gatekeep, a maid / ninja / very normal human who can control time itself, an asthmatic witch with an impressive collection of books in Esperanto, the mansion’s vampiric mistress with a penchant for trolling, and the aforementioned mistress’ little sister who has the ability to destroy anything and / or anyone at will. Oh, and one last thing, the vampires serve humans for breakfast, dinner and lunch.

As evidenced above, the Scarlet Devil Mansion is not a suitable place to live for your run-of-the-mill homo sapiens with any smidgeon of sanity.

Thus, it is quite a troubling predicament when an ordinary human named Licorice Meidou finds herself in the grounds of the mansion, with no idea as to where she is or who she is. She ends up being recruited on the whim of the mansion’s mistress, stepping foot into the bizarre land of Gensokyo as she has to contend with whatever fate has in store for her.

What to expect from this work:

- The world of Gensokyo as told from the perspective of an ordinary, human female MC working in the Scarlet Devil Mansion, written in a way that should be easy to get into for people who know nothing about Touhou.
- Some comedy, some drama, lots of slices-of-life.
- Scenes of people consuming tea.

What to not expect from this work:

- High octane action with high-stakes drama.
- An overpowered MC who gets all the girls.
- John Brown. Please read the John Brown Isekai if you were expecting the aforementioned.

Since I’m currently busy writing the John Brown Isekai, this work might not have the most consistent chapter length (somewhere around 1000-2000 words / chapter).

New chapters will be uploaded every Saturday at 17:30 GMT.

This fiction is a fanwork of “Touhou Project”. All rights reserved by Team Shanghai Alice. <<less

Auras. The embodiment of one’s soul. A power that can only be used by a certain few with an iron will. They grant the user an unique ability that personifies what they are. Some use it for good, others use it for their own gain.... more>>

Ymeno, a 25 year old gardener without an aura who used to be the vigilante known as Ray has a new client, the rich, but friendly Kane Qur. While working with this client, he meets a little girl with big dreams, Magnolia and a bookworm named Zeki, who's obsessed with the story that every person holds.

What he doesn't know is that accepting this job would start a domino effect that would change his life forever. One that will confront him with the demons of his past. Opening the pandora's box to a story he was never meant to star in.

Will the echoes of the past tell him to quit, or will the flame of justice that roars inside him rage on once more? <<less

Mere Immortal is a story of immortality and psychological warfare. When a meteor grants six people eternal life, the world is thrown into chaos. World leaders and intelligence agencies race to control the immortals, while an anti-immortal activist sets out to destroy them all. In a world where life and death hang in the balance, who will emerge victorious?... more>>

In the high-stakes world of Mere Immortal, a meteor’s impact twenty years ago left a tantalizing legacy: a cure for all diseases and a path to immortality. When mad scientist Dr. Calloway creates a serum from the meteor that grants eternal life, the lives of six diverse subjects are forever changed. But immortality comes with a price: they can still be murdered.

As tensions escalate between world leaders and the immortals themselves, a secret community is formed to protect humanity from the vicious nature of the immortal beings. Yet, danger looms on the horizon. Zella, an anti-immortal activist with a dark secret, is on a mission to expose and eliminate the remaining five immortals. Caught in a web of espionage and deceit, Zella and the immortal leader, Hubert Quinn, are locked in a high-stakes game of psychological warfare, where the lines between right and wrong blur.

From the mind games reminiscent of Death Note to the thrilling espionage of Metal Gear Solid, Mere Immortal will keep you on the edge of your seat. Dive into this electrifying thriller, where immortality is a dangerous game and trust is a rare commodity. Who will emerge victorious in a world where life and death hang in the balance? <<less

What does it mean to be a dragon master? what does it truly entail to be a lorekeeper? ... more>>

"Do you know the true meaning behind the role you have chosen to undertake? I can most assure you it is not always a happy one nor is it one that can be take lightly. You've a gift that makes you shine like no other within the valley of dragons but to truly grow to your great potential you need to have various experiences."

"why are you so familiar to me like someone i knew in the past yet so very different from what i remember?"

"oh my has the little fairy fallen for the lonely dragon perhaps?"

"if we meet again in the future i hope we remember each other and can become friends."

okay sooooo this is my first time writing a story and to be quite honest. i've no idea what i'm doing so i'd appreciate any type of constructive criticism and advice. Seriously.

Updates will probably be irregular as i'm still ironing out how i want the story and world to go.

story elements will contain
slight age changes
mechanics and moves up to gen 9
references to other regions and their events
darker take on certain themes and elements
death of either pokemon or people (no there wont be a death per chapter but when it happens its sad) <<less

Superhumans, known as the "Tainted," have been segregated from the rest of society and reduced to mere property, the districts they inhabit serve as isolated... more>> realms of labour and oppression. These Tainted individuals possess extraordinary abilities, labelled both as a curse and a threat by the "pure" humans who control them. Amid this stark divide, Zakuya Manya dares to challenge the chains that bind him. Join him as he conquers the world. <<less

When Laz finally performed the last spell his missing mentor left behind, he figured his hardships were over. Unfortunately, the very next day a mineral-eating parasite known as a "dragon" appeared in his lab. Not only is it a fortune to keep fed, it's incredibly illegal! And even worse, it ate the focus he used to cast spells.... more>>

The only person he can trust? Calder. An annoying, overly-flirty knight that was assigned to watch over him and stop his experimental spells from terrorizing the town. Thankfully the knight's crush on the wizard proved useful, and the two must work together to keep the illicit creature a secret from the law, all with the limited magic and resources of their poor town.

Along the way, Laz must decide if he's willing to open up to Calder, or remain the recluse wizard he has always been.

Cover by @SANSTpx on twitter! Also available to read on Royal Road

Read up to a full month ahead on my Patreon~ <<less

Soune Argent wants a quiet life.... more>>

However, such a privilege is rare on Durendel.

Pockets of civilisation are kept in check by growth-hungry corporations and a stern-handed government. Any and all actions are watched by an orbital ring ready to stifle conflicts before they can start, scouring outcasts and undesirables from the face of the scarred planet. All for the sake of maintaining peace.

Soune Argent is a victim of this peace. Narrowly saved from the destruction of her home as a child, she was raised in and taught to survive the chaotic lands that litter the world. Now alone once more, she seeks to claim a spot for herself within an Oasis' and finally live a life free from struggle. The path to peace is hardly a straight one, fraught with conflicts and conspiracy. Along the way, Soune discovers she isn't quite as alone as she thought, or that the history of the world is as straightforward as it seems.

To survive on Durendel is a struggle, to thrive even moreso. To be happy is a fight against the system, a fight worth picking.

Inspired by a myriad of settings and stories spanning from the peaks of high fantasy and sci-fi to low, grounded character driven dramas; Stray Stars blends dark fantasy elements into a conflict-fueled future, focusing on the people who struggle against that world and the connections that are forged from it. <<less

Plots within plots and stories within stories. To venture into the vast universe is to leave everything behind. What may seem like a simple narrative may actually be complex. This is the story of a young man named Kuro who once had a luxurious life, but it all changed when he fell on a portal towards another world. Will he be able to retrieve the life he once had? Or will he continue his journey and discover the long-forgotten secrets of the cosmos?... more>>

Completed Arcs:
- Original World
Ongoing Arc: Dragonar Empire
Upcoming Arc: Lost Territory of Fire

P.S. This is an original and lengthy novel. The pictures associated with this novel are AI generated and I do not own its rights. <<less

Taking place roughly 40 years after the story of Viena, The Legendary Black Mage, the reader enters the life of a 20-years old love child with "useless" power trying to survive in the tough world of Ersia, and if possible - find the one who raped his mother.... more>>

Little did he know that he would strive for the path of significance.

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This story is not for those who love instant power-ups, easy trashing, simple good vs bad, or overpower thingy. It's made to be a long ride as my escape from my daily life.

I hope - and will try, to not waste your time with this, but feel free to drop it if you don't find it interesting. <<less

Hiding his identity as the last survivor of a great war, and the sole witness of the Silent Twilight, Randia lives his life in secret. Wandering from town to town looking for redemption for his guilt and salvation from his blessings proves to be too much than he can bear.
One day, he meets someone who eventually becomes his company on his treacherous journey. Her name is Viena, a stray orphan who holds peculiar power, a never-seen-before Yarna. The drawback of her power is dragging her slowly to a painful death without her knowing. However, Randia noticed and determined to seek a path for her to live a better life.... more>>

As the two set out for a journey they had never imagined, they encountered many experiences that would shape the bond between them to that of an unbreakable one. However, as secret after secret comes to light, fate has other plans for both of them. What could fate possibly have in store for them at the end of their journey?

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This story is not for those who love instant power-ups, easy trashing, simple good vs bad, or overpower thingy. It's made to be a long ride as my escape from my daily life.

I hope - and will try, to not waste your time with this, but feel free to drop it if you don't find it interesting. <<less

A young boy on the run finds himself deep in the forest, stumbling upon a tiny hidden kingdom, and goes through some... changes...

Jessica is a not so normal woman. Relatively young in age, while only being in her twenties, she is a graded being of the lowest caliber. Free spirited and not very careful in her actions. ... more>>

When consequences can no longer be held off, she is caught and put into a disadvantaged situation. As a lone wolf that is longing for her pack, what she will come to find will change everything.

When one jumps on the tiger’s back, they’re forced to hold on for dear life. For the good and the bad, with seemingly no control.

This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places and incidents either are products of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual events or locales or persons, living or dead, is entirely coincidental.

Art by Darkmoon_Art via Pixabay
https://pixabay.com/users/darkmoon_art-1664300/
https://pixabay.com/ <<less

Orphaned at the age of eight in a dubious drowning accident, Fernando experiences a stroke of good fortune when he’s adopted by the aristocratic San... more>> Martín family of Bogotá. From a hardscrabble childhood spent on the streets, he enters into a fairytale life of wealth and privilege in which he excels. But the shadow of the past lingers. Now a young gentleman poised to attend university abroad, he learns of the existence of his long-lost maternal grandmother, who lives far away at the wild fringes of the Amazon. Fernando journeys to meet her, embarking on a dark, sensual odyssey that will take him through wildernesses unknown, as he seeks to uncover his mysterious blood-origins and confront the shadowy menace lurking in wait. [Dark fantasy adult novel with eventual smut] <<less

Young Caleb is called to fight a war in a place he's never heard of.

When Victor finds himself adopted with the promise that it will help his friend, he didn’t know what to make of it. Now learn magic and help uncover an evil plot going on in the town, what else could happen to him? Oh yeah, he's been turn into a girl. Victoria now has to retread through her memories, and help stop whatever plan is happing in the shadows.... more>>

This story is about a young Transfem slowly coming into her own and make a family for herself. It takes place in the world of Cayorium, a magical world hidden with the normal one. The story features: magic, action, a mystery, and a very chaotic bunny?

This story is also available on Itch.io. If you like this, please consider supporting me, so I can make stories like this in the future. Cover Art by Sorrowful Succubus. <<less

So basically this is the story about our Mc, Matsuki Satoro and this girl Kira Miyoko. Kira asked him to go out with her, but , Matsuki hates the opposite gender.
Matsuki accept her confession due to his own selfish and unreasonable reasons and that reason is, he wants to get his revenge on all girls. While Matsuki plans to use her as a stepping stone along the way for his goal, something went incredibly wrong.... more>>

What could have possibly happened along the way? Will he be able to execute his plan or will someone get in his way?
Find out by reading "The Story About Me and the girl who asked me out"
[Note from the Author]
This is just the First draft version of the story so if you have any thoughts about it, feel free to tell me, that would help me a lot.

Cover is created by me <<less

The world is brought to ruins with the sudden emergence of supernatural beings and trials to destroy humanity as a whole, for their corrupted pleasure. ... more>>

Luna, a normal high school girl with a peculiar past, strives to survive in the harsh reality as a mysterious voice and memories of a war unknown guide her.

Through the sorrows she faces and faced with the bitter truth about her parents, she aims to end these trials plaguing humanity and find clues about the voice.

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"The only hope eh?" muttered a woman with short white hair, as she sat leaning against a wall painted with blood.
The lance sticking through her stood tall and proud. It irritated her.

She looked at her broken arm and then at the piles of corpses of short green creatures with pointy ears and noses.

She chuckled at the irony. She was told she was the only hope and yet here she was, dying to a mere thousand goblins.

Her ears perked as she heard footsteps. Through the musty tunnel across her came a hooded man.
He was tall, and had a long beard, the only part of his face she could see.
He had bandages wrapped around his hands and was covered in piles of cloth armor.
He had a large bow in his hand, but he didn't have an arrow in sight.

She once again chuckled at the appearance of the strange man as her painful grunts grew quieter and quieter and to silence.
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Miach (nee Andrew nee Braech) was reborn into a world from a revenge-fantasy book, and had no desire to take part in it in any way. So he did the smartest thing he could think of; he left. Real winners quit, after all.... more>>

This did not go over the way he wanted it to.

Namely, he got adopted as a grandson by the King of Demons.

Whoops. <<less

When Parker reincarnates into the world of a badly written otome game as the white lotus villainess, aged four years old, his immediate reaction is to go live his life literally anywhere but where the plot happens. So, he does that. And he does it very, very well, living his life as a mage apprentice and huntsman with his dads. He has net zero complaints, right up until his the year he turns fifteen.... more>>

Which is about when he discovers he has a cap on his magic. It takes three years to stabilize his power, which would be the end of the plot, and it's finally safe to leave the forest. So, he starts his adventure of finding a way to uncap his magic and live up to his true potential.

A/N: discord! https://discord.gg/pxqXWP2HWT

This contains a boys' love subplot, but it won't be the center of the plot. The rating may change to reflect sexual content in the future, but as of yet, I have no plans for smut. So, keep an eye on the content warnings! <<less

Ethan Emerson was a normal 23-year-old man who grew up in a loving neighborhood but was forced to face hardship after hardship, which took his... more>> loved ones away. After being forced to settle for existing rather than living, Ethan hit rock bottom. After losing his life to a street thug while protecting a group of girls, he reincarnates until he finds a world worth living in - a world filled with magic and monsters. Follow him on his journey as he takes a second chance at life to start anew, or perhaps run into his past again.
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Genre: Fantasy, Reincarnation
Book Type: Light Novel
Tags: Male Protagonist, Isekai, Romance, Harem, Mystery, Drama, Academy, Magic, Action, Adventure, Dark Fantasy, Suspense
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DISCLAIMER: This story contains the following content: Heavy violence, strong language, implications or depictions of trauma, and situational suggestive language. Not recommended for those under the age of fifteen. Reader discretion advised.
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(A/N: All art belongs to their respective owners. None of the art used in this story is mine. But, this storyline is my original piece.) <<less

Someone was foolish enough to end the world already. Now there is a new one where someone can correct that notion. A story about about... more>> saving the world from demons, aliens, people, and eldritch gods. <<less

When Kai woke up, he was the cursed villainess of a bad otome game, Medusa Demonias. He was pretty upset about this development, but given the fact that he was not at the Imperial palace and instead being given to a witch to raise, he assumed he was in a childcare fanfiction. However, when he turned ten years old, he discovered that was not the case.... more>>

After being thrust into the story, he has to come to terms with the fact that he's now an Imperial prince and has to act like it. He does not want to act like it. He wants to run away. It won't be long now until he has to be sent to the Holy Empire as a hostage, and attend the academy. Really, though, he's not all that bothered by it. He already changed his gender, and all he has to do to avoid being put to death is not act like a prick. This can't possibly go wrong.

Discord: https://discord.gg/pxqXWP2HWT <<less