In the city of blood, where shadows dance among the flickering lights and whispers echo through the labyrinthine streets, there exists a darkness that seeps into the very soul of the metropolis. It is a darkness born of forgotten dreams and shattered hopes, a palpable presence that hangs heavy in the air like a suffocating fog.... more>>

In this city of blood, where the heartbeat of the urban sprawl pulses with a relentless rhythm, there are tales untold and secrets buried deep beneath the asphalt and concrete. It is a place where the sins of the past stain the present, where the lines between right and wrong blur in the dim glow of neon signs.

Amidst the chaos and corruption, there are those who navigate the shadows with a grace born of necessity—a ragtag assembly of survivors and sinners, each with their own demons to wrestle and their own battles to fight. They move through the city like ghosts, slipping between the cracks of society, their footsteps muffled by the din of the streets.

And yet, amidst the darkness, there are glimpses of light—a flicker of hope in the eyes of the downtrodden, a spark of defiance in the hearts of the oppressed. For even in the city of blood, where despair hangs heavy like a shroud, there are those who refuse to surrender to the darkness, who dare to dream of a better tomorrow.

In the city of blood, where the sins of the past cast long shadows over the present, there are whispers of redemption—a chance for the lost and the broken to find their way home. It is a city of contradictions, where beauty and brutality collide in a symphony of chaos and despair.

But amidst the darkness, there is always hope—a glimmer of light in the heart of the night, a beacon of promise amidst the ruins. For even in the city of blood, where shadows reign supreme, there are those who dare to defy the darkness and forge their own path to salvation. <<less

He's a demon, he should stay away from him...
But what is this feeling that eats him inside with every one of those glances?
When... more>> their eyes meet, the moon turns purple.
This can mean only one thing: The Demonic Egg is alive...
Two unlikely allies with hazy pasts will have to travel east and destroy the dark spawn before it hatches, putting a stop to the dangerous Raven Rites. But as the past clears up before them and their stories tangles up together, will they still be willing to destroy the egg? <<less

He's a regrettably barbarous, pureblood, Slytherin heir; 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗼𝘂𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲, unavailable, and that's the way he'd prefer it to remain. ... more>>

Draco Malfoy has much more important, particularly insidious business to attend to, rather than waste time worrying about altering the course of an already pre-determined marriage. No sense in lingering on an emotional connection with any witch deemed fit for the deplorable role, when one has a serpent's fangs buried deep in their skin, releasing venom at an alarming rate...

Unfortunately for him (and for her), Madeleine Desrosiers cannot be reasoned with, and she has her golden eyes locked squarely on one wizard only.

This hazardous enchantress is a terrifically stubborn French Beauxbatons transfer student with little knowledge about Hogwarts, a terribly inconvenient Parisian dialect, and a knack for touching things that definitely do 𝗻𝗼𝘁 belong to her.

Finding herself drawn to him despite his inhospitable charm, Madeleine shall ultimately become the grand architect of her own personal prison.

Sudden and involuntary bequeathment to the Malfoy family shield was definitely not the game plan. She is inevitably drawn deeper into a world darker than she'd ever imagined, and in order to navigate the shadows of her new apocalyptic life, she must discover the gift of 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲.

☙ Book Two: Obliviation ❧
☙ Book Three: Aftermath ❧
☙ Book Four: Supremacy ❧ <<less

Long have the Condors and Ardens been feuding over who the rightful royal family of Terres Somnia is. The solution: an arranged marriage between the families. ... more>>

Small town girl Zoey Arden has just landed in the big city of Caines at the request of her estranged father. Little does she know that he's promised her hand in marriage to the crown prince.

After being exiled from Caines five years ago, Duke James Beaumont returns to Caines to marry his high school sweetheart.

James and Zoey's lives collide when their betrotheds are caught in a lip lock. In an impulsive act of vengeance, James meets Zoey and proposes to her. One drunken night later, the two end up married.

Realizing that it was all one big mistake does nothing to solve the problem. Especially with the king and the future crown prince now hot on the heels of the newlyweds, ready to take drastic measures to get Zoey back. <<less

"The world is full of mystery. I've heard that all my life and it seems to be true. But if I go through something mysterious... more>> myself, will I be believed? Maybe I'll think I'm crazy, or everything that happens to me in my everyday life is just something I'm dreaming and soon I'll wake up. Questions without answers..."
Everything changes after he returns from a pilgrimage to a miraculous statue of the Holy Virgin Mary, when he becomes the victim of a plane accident in which, with no hope left, he prays alongside the other passengers, gives his final blessing, and then... And then what?
He wakes up on a bench. Where exactly? Right in the heart of the most important square in the world, in Rome, caput mundi, as the Latins used to say. What is he doing there? He remembered the airplane accident, but he also had other memories. How did he get here, what year is it? He was at the Vatican, but still... Is it the year 1492?! <<less

Emilia Yoon, mourning her mother's death, finds solace on a beach one morning, catching the eye of artist James Kim. Captivated, he secretly sketches her and leaves her the drawing, thinking their paths won't cross again. Fate intervenes one night, bringing them together unexpectedly. As their connection deepens, they navigate grief, love, and life's unpredictability together. ... more>>

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(A What If Story)
Oro, is the brand new Nikke fresh out of MIssilis' R&D. She's been assigned to the Counters Squad by Syuen for reasons not fully understood just yet. Oro sports all of the newest innovations Missilis has to offer and then some. Oro can be described as a taller, brown skinned Nikke that specializes in sniping. Read her accounts of her tenure up until she met a tragic end. All from her perspective. This story focuses on relationships between Nikkes, Syuen being the most devious person you can think of, and the consequences of trauma to Nikke and human alike. ... more>>

Note: This story follows the story of the campaign here and there. When this was written at first, I myself had not completed chapter 15 or 16. You will see parallels in this what if and they are all coincidental. Potential spoilers when reading this, but trust me it is not what you're expecting. <<less

Medical Examiner Geun Namkyu is fresh out of school and has just closed his tenth case. Suddenly his brother goes missing and while the police look for him, the abductor is sending Namkyu pieces of him.... more>>

He is trying to keep it together but it is getting beyond difficult when every single one of the cases that lands on Namkyu 's table has a piece of Jinyoung's body.

Detective Lee does his absolute best to find the killer that is messing up his station before a lot of people end up dead but every time he gets a clue , he meets a dead end. Worst of all the clues lead to Geun Namkyu

The question becomes is the killer causing a distraction so they can finish their puzzle of body parts or are they trying to send a message <<less

"Why does only a timid damsel in distress sweet female lead get a second chance?
Did anyone think about the villain’s side at least once?"... more>> /> .
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It is the story of a villainess who got killed right after learning the truth of her life.
Surprisingly she got a second chance and time traveled to the past… only to realize that fate had played a dirty joke with her by giving her something she hates the most…
The owner is a typical damsel in distress! Her unloving parents, jealous siblings, and fake best friend had forced her to marry a physically challenged crazy person, instead of the Crown Prince, whom she loves.
But then, she remembered what her brother said before dying,
"Some things are not like how your eyes see them, don't get misled again"
Traumatized by the villain's life filled with face slaps, insults, and heartbreaks, will she survive here and correct her mistakes... or get trapped again in the vicious circle of revenge? <<less

"Werewolves will love only one person in their life, unending and unconditionally." This was a lesson Tasela was taught all his life by his tribe. ... more>>

He had seen first hand the pain eternal love can cause if it's unrequited. It was not romantic, it was a curse.

Tasela had evaded love all his life to not be doomed by it. That was, until he met the human woman that cried alone by the pond, who shone beautifully under the moonlight. The woman he fell in love with....his dear Luna.

As Tasela gave love a second chance, he did not realize yet that this woman was already married to somebody else.

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'Wolves mate for life' is a trope that we've all seen before. The male lead imprints on the female lead, their relationship develops, and they live happily ever after.

It's a trope that's used to accentuate the romance, which is all good and dandy.

But have you ever wondered how this trope would play out if the character with this trait was the second male lead?

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Cover drawn by me <<less

In the turbulent wake of Robert's Rebellion, Eddard Stark faces the stark realities of his altered friendship with the newly crowned King Robert and the grim repercussions of war. Determined to uphold his vow to his dying sister, Lyanna, he encounters the formidable Kingsguard at the Tower of Joy, culminating in a harrowing battle. In the tower's aftermath, Ned discovers Lyanna in her final moments, post-childbirth, and she entrusts him with her newborn son, Jon—secretly the legitimate heir of Lyanna and Prince Rhaegar Targaryen. As Ned navigates the intricacies of duty versus love, he strategically builds alliances to secure Jon’s future, understanding that the bonds of family and loyalty transcend the rigid demands of honor.... more>> style="line-height: 40px;"> Immerse yourself in the spellbinding world of "Winter's Promise"! Experience the story interactively and get exclusive early access to advance chapters at [patreon.com/AlexanderBlackfyre](https://www.patreon.com/AlexanderBlackfyre). Join the adventure and help shape the saga as it unfolds! <<less

Chronicles of Arla follows the magical world of Arla where the forests sing, caves speak, and four kingdoms ruled by Ascended Incarnates—beings blessed with the power of the Arlan Gods—dominate and clash for power.... more>>

Set in the aftermath of The Hallow War, the deadliest magical war in Arlan history, the Chronicles of Arla tells the interconnecting stories of magical and non magical Arlans who are still reeling from their losses, and desperately trying to pick up the pieces of a once glorious land from the ashes; the stories of murderous, cunning Ascended Incarnates and the nightmares that seek to destroy them; the story of a forbidden love triangle that finds a cursed prince and a banished king warring for a beloved Queen; the story of a bisexual royal who must choose either the woman she is falling for or the cause she was born in; and the story of how two rebellious political factions rise in power, desperate for revenge, with the help of The Unseen—an immemorial shapeless, faceless being, with its own secrets, agenda, and hidden army. <<less

In a world where humans coexist with supernatural creatures, the Ceal Corporation secretly maintains a fragile balance between the two realms. Unbeknownst to most humans, these supernatural beings are a constant presence, hiding in plain sight. The corporation's enigmatic figurehead, Sir Humberly Strickland, is a powerful vampire with a hidden agenda, and he recruits individuals to help maintain this tenuous equilibrium.... more>>

Enter Jane D'Ark, a young woman with an unremarkable life working as an administrative assistant for Ceal Corp. Unbeknownst to her; she possesses a unique ability that makes her crucial in Sir Humberly's plan. Jane's world turns upside down when she is thrust into a dark and perilous realm where humans are pawns in a secret war between supernatural factions.

As Jane struggles to navigate this treacherous new reality, she becomes entangled in a dangerous masquerade of deception, rhapsody, and reverie. She discovers that her role goes beyond mere pawn; she is the key to maintaining the balance between the worlds. Jane must unlock her hidden potential, form alliances with enigmatic creatures, and master her newfound powers if she hopes to survive.

With each step into the supernatural underworld, Jane unveils shocking secrets about her own identity, and the true intentions of Ceal Corp. Loyalties will be tested, alliances forged and broken, and the fate of both the human and supernatural realms will hang in the balance. In a world where monsters wear masks, and reality is never what it seems, Jane D'Ark must embrace her destiny as a savior or risk plunging both worlds into chaos. <<less

In Toledo City, a boy drifts through life with challenges and woes. He likes a girl but she doesn't like him back. He wants to... more>> live in accordance with the path God has given him. And he strives to be good at basketball as he aspires to become a basketball star. He strives to make every moment count as every moment passes by will not be taken back again. There are some times that we could learn, and some times we have to accept for what it is; the things that happen and people who decide. In this story, we explore the life of Mark alongside his friends in marching forward towards tomorrow. <<less

[BL/yaoi]!
Zodiac University is back! (It was posted once before but I took it down.)... more>>

All Virgo wanted was a normal college life. But after he catches the eye of the school tyrant, Taurus, everything starts to spiral. Now Virgo must navigate a new social world of friendship, drama, love triangles, and more.

[This story contains profanity, sexual themes, and depictions of violence. Chapters are released on Fridays at 3 pm EST--sometimes earlier. You can read this on my Patreon, too--patreon.com/ikepearlsworld--and loyal patrons will get extra chapters and bonus content.] <<less

Young Shay is saved from being sacrificed by the very god he was meant to be a gift for. Now a living mortal in heaven he must deal with the relationship drama of two gods.... more>>

Also on Royal Road, Wattpad, and my Wordpress

Cover by @artemikass on Twitter <<less

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

In the Deep South lies a town called Edelweiss, named after the white flowers that surround it. Nick moves to Edelweiss to focus on his... more>> latest story and meets the ambitious Annabelle Lee and Charlie Wolfe. Annabelle and Charlie both want to be stars, but Nick shows them that fame isn't all it's meant to be.
As they grow and change throughout their lives, they all are drawn to each other, and can never stay away. Their ideas of romance are challenged by their own insecurities and the ideas of what love should be by others. Will they be able to learn from past mistakes, find true love and reach the height of fames?
Or will they only dream of what it could be?
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Updates every weekday.
The chapters are all named after songs. The Spotify playlist for the series can be found below.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6OIM9kDznKwF0NQgXNJpzQ?si=6715da565fed49dd <<less

In a realm where humans and fae coexist, Queen Guinevere finds herself trapped in a loveless marriage to the cruel King Arthur, who seeks to... more>> conquer and enslave the fae. Desperate to break free, she discovers solace and forbidden love in the arms of Sir Lancelot, her husband's most loyal knight. As their hidden affair deepens, Guinevere embarks on a perilous journey to unite the fae realms, challenge Arthur's reign, and forge a new destiny where love and magic can thrive. <<less

After maintaining a lie for two and a half years in a virtual reality game, Reiya decides to tell the truth to his best friend... more>> by arranging a meeting in the real world. However, when his friend attends the meeting, he realizes that he wasn't the only one lying. His best friend is actually a girl who uses a male character in the game. Now, Reiya will have to keep the secret, as his best friend is actually Otani Kokoa, the school idol, who not only possesses unmatched beauty but is also the daughter of one of the most powerful families in the country. <<less

In a universe where the empires of many mortal races clash on the battlefield and angels, demons, Seiju (Holy Beasts), Hoshikuma (Star Demons) and all manners of beings clash in the shadows, there exists a planet called Saiten – the final haven.
It is that planet we find ourselves on when a boy who would one day become a harbinger of destruction takes his first step down that path with a discovery on a rainy day.... more>>

P.S. Each chapter will have a focus on a particular character with the main characters having the highest number of chapters focused on them. <<less

An enemies-to-lovers vampire romance... more>>

When the man I loved left me at the altar to run away with another woman, I thought there was nothing worse that could happen. I was wrong.

To save the family from financial ruin, my father married me to Viktor Volkov, a mysterious foreigner I only met once. I had to leave everything behind to live with a captivating but enigmatic husband.

Viktor's icy blue eyes were both alluring and intimidating, and despite the tension between us, I couldn't deny the attraction. As we navigated our complex relationship, the desire grew stronger.

One night, I made a shocking discovery in his bedroom: Viktor was a vampire. I knew I should escape while I could, but instead, I found myself longing for him to acknowledge and claim me as his own.

Could I really be in love with a creature of the night? If I fled, I'd lose the man I craved. If I stayed, I'd be forever changed. Would I resist temptation or surrender to my desires?

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Bite Me Forever is a passionate romance set in Scotland during the Regency era. It tells the fated love story of Lucy, a strong-willed human, and Viktor, a mysterious vampire harbouring numerous secrets. This tale follows their journey as they find each other despite their differences, defying the forces that wish to tear them apart.

In the world of The Everdark Saga, vampires experience an intense hunger when they are intimate with others. Love between vampires is taboo, and turning humans into vampires is strictly forbidden. The underground vampire society is relentless in upholding these rules. Yet, our protagonists are willing to risk it all for the sake of love. <<less

In this captivating twist on Little Red Riding Hood, Red, a fearless werewolf hunter, finds herself drawn to Silver, a seductive shifter with a dark... more>> past. They come from opposite worlds, yet circumstances force them to team up. As they navigate a murder mystery and their forbidden connection, they uncover secrets and face societal taboos. Join Red and Silver on their journey of danger, desire, and a love that defies the odds. <<less

It's a recipe for disaster, a Slytherin love triangle with edges so sharp someone's bound to bleed to death.
Insidious secrets, broken hearts, a breakneck... more>> Quadrivial Tournament, a dystopian Wonderland, and the possibility of a whirlwind true love.
Beloved Emerald Princess of Ireland and Diamond of the year, Audette Bellarose, must decide and quickly, which noble suitor shall covet the immense honor of taking her hand?
British born dare-devil Draco Malfoy, or Italian sweetheart Theodore Nott?
Her father's enchanted monocle glows evermore crimson in the shadows as procrastination carries on, threatening certain annihilation.
And something else quite serpentine lurks in the darkness as well...behind mirrors, and within the sleeves of those most trusted.
Time is ticking: Audette is arguably late for a very important date. She's only eighteen, but will end up a dejected spinster in a few measly years.
However, having never had the chance to explore an identity outside of the pureblood court's deeply ingrained talons, suffocating corsets and strangling ribbons, she won't be much good at making this monumental choice for her future...that is, until freedom is first discovered in an unexpected form. <<less

Everything started the day after a woman and her thugs used me as a punching bag in a dark alley. If you’re thinking that I woke in some medieval-like fantasy world after they got through, you can’t be further from the truth. There are no castles, dungeons, dragons, or magic swords here. The first few minutes, I held out hope that this place would have status bars showing HP/MP, etc. just like a lot of tropes. I mean who wouldn't love some amazing power or magic? Problem is there's no system or cultivation here. ... more>>

But I have a dusty office with an invisible secretary. Oh, and I found out my name by looking at the one stenciled on the office door.

The name Dagger should give you a clue.

Yeah, that woman sent me into a place where I’m a private detective. It's what they called a shamus back in 1940. The thing is this place isn't on the map and I can't leave. Well, not without a huge loss of blood. Trust me, I've tried.

At the end of the day, I’m just an ordinary guy stuck in the past that doesn’t totally match the history books. I can get beat up or killed by any of the gangsters, backstabbing people, or crooked cops I meet. Hell, I can't even tell if the people are NPCs. After all, they seem to have lives like any person you might meet. Then again, how many times to you see dead movie stars wandering around on the streets?

It's another dimension that runs like an old movie, leaving me with no choice but to find a way to escape. While I don’t miss my college classes that much, this place certainly puts a damper on my career hopes. Besides, Lane Dagger has a lot of people trying to kill him.

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