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

"Southern Shadows: Veil of Twilight" is an epic tale that intertwines the grandeur of the American South with the dark allure of the supernatural. Set against the backdrop of the mid-19th century, the story follows the Hartford brothers, Elijah and Nathaniel, as they become entwined in a dangerous love triangle with the enigmatic Carmilla, a woman of otherworldly beauty and dark secrets.... more>>

Elijah, the responsible elder brother, and Nathaniel, the charismatic younger, find themselves captivated by Carmilla upon her mysterious arrival in their community. As each brother seeks her affection without knowledge of the other's intentions, the stage is set for a tragic clash of hearts. Meanwhile, the Beaumont family, wealthy neighbors with a suitable daughter, Isabelle, watches the brothers' entanglement with Carmilla with growing disapproval.

Unbeknownst to all, Carmilla harbors a vampiric nature, a legacy of witchcraft and darkness reminiscent of her infamous past. As Elijah discovers Carmilla's true identity, he is torn between love and moral duty, choosing to protect her secret at a grave personal cost. <<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

"Yue Qian, no matter where you are, I will bring you back to my side," Li Yun Fei whispered, his voice filled with determination and... more>> longing. With those words echoing in his heart, he embarked on his cultivation journey, fueled by the unwavering resolve to reunite with his beloved. Through the trials and tribulations ahead, he would persevere, honing his skills, mastering ancient techniques, and braving dangers untold, all in the name of love. For Li Yun Fei knew that no distance or obstacle could keep him from the one he cherished most. <<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

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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"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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The book "Trapped in Heaven" revolves around a dark romance story about an assassin named Ryuu who spares his latest target, Skye, due to... more>> her resemblance to his lost love. To conceal his failure, he takes Skye with him across the country while carrying out his assassination orders. Despite her unwillingness, Skye presents an enigmatic and resilient persona that intrigues Ryuu. The narrative delves into their complex dynamic and the unfolding of their relationship as they navigate through dangerous and morally ambiguous situations. The chapter "Take Me with You" sets the stage for their interactions, revealing Skye's nonchalant attitude towards life-threatening circumstances and her surprising duality as she carries out her secretive activities. <<less

A young cultivator, practices the Chaotic Immortal Technique, cultivating hidden veins within his Dantian! ... more>>

With the Eighteen Buddha Tower, he seals the souls of numerous formidable beings.

Divine Emperor's soul? He fills the veins! One sword opens chaos, another illuminates Yin and Yang!

Becoming an immortal and attaining godhood, all lies within a single thought! <<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

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

[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. <<less

(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

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>>

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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

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.
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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

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

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 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

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

Frean never expected to be normal. Born to a cult with an abusive father and neglectful mother she was already handed a bad card, but finding out she was a 'Saintess' made it all the more tiring.... more>>

Being suddenly forced to go to school to seduce and marry a prince is interesting but not when your 'Love Rival' turns out to be your total type.

The Saintess will marry the Prince and defeat the Villainess.

Word for word that was their Pope's latest 'prophecy', with it the cultists and her parents urged her to attend the school where the 'Prince' and 'Villainess' attended.

With the mission of forming a relationship with the 'Prince', Frean accepted it.

Except she plans to marry the Villainess, cuck the Prince and shut down the cult.

In any order and NO MATTER WHAT.

Read and find out how Frean will go about this when her 'Villainess' might not be her perfect dream lover. <<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