... And now apparently her sham marriage was supposed to be keeping the fabrics of the universe tied together. Great.
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Necromancers are NOT bargain bin healers!
But that hasn’t stopped any of Graverra’s previous adventuring parties from making her try. After a lifetime of being horribly misunderstood by her peers - like it's her fault mage armor looks like that? - Graverra glitches into an undiscovered and under-leveled dungeon and is finally presented with a marvelous opportunity to shed her support role; all she has to do is make a pact with the enigmatic and infuriating dungeon core and spend her days in wedded dungeon mistress bliss…... more>>

Or has she only traded in one support role for another?

Between an emotionally stunted dungeon core husband who still won’t swap out his avatar for a human body and some nagging celestial entity for a mother-in-law breathing down their necks, on top of all the usual worries of running a functional dungeon… What’s a girl to do?
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This story is about...
- Dungeon Building & Domestic Spats: A sham marriage is one thing, but both your fates and the dungeon’s resting on it? While your pseudo-mother-in-law plots your demise?!
- An Atypical Romance: She knows it’s not a real marriage... Or is it? Are dungeon cores even capable of love? Why won’t this one just let her in?!
- The Author’s Thinly Veiled Opinions: On MMOs, TTRPGs, and femininity (and probably some other things)
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Updates every Thursday, so help me Strexhin
This is a reupload. The first volume is being revised while the second is in the works!

[LitRPG] [Dungeon Core] [Female Protagonist] [Non-human (male) Love Interest] [Mismatched Couple] [Marriage* of Convenience] [Can You Really Marry a Dungeon Core?] [Illogical use of bones] [Unnecessary amounts of flesh tentacles] [Some Cringe Innuendos] [Wisecracking skulls] [Necromancers] [MMO-like World] [Castle Building] [Dungeon Management] [Planar Rifts] [Questions of Sanity] [Broken System] [Comedic Undertones] [Progression Slow burn] <<less

An ancient, dreadfully powerful entity that had once been sealed away to slowly fade into oblivion is revived by a chance encounter, though in a much reduced state. ... more>>

A temple monk on her way home for a vacation is distracted into exploring a newly formed Spiritual Nexus due to the cuteness of its rabbit monsters, leading to an entirely unexpected chain of events.

A kitsune whose death caused a goddess to pity her fate and revive her as a reincarnated Nexus Core, a land spirit of endless potential but whose life is tied to a crystal sphere that must be carefully guarded.

Thrown together by a twist of luck, these three navigate a complex relationship and build their own rules to live by. But there are those who are not pleased to see the return of this ancient being.

The primary romantic relationship is poly and mutual.

Mild content warning:  Occasional swearing, "fade to black", Public Displays of Affection, typical fantasy violence (no unnecessary gore), rare instances of "disturbing content", and never in detail.

The release schedule is every Sunday & Thursday

Only authorized on Scribble Hub, Royal Road, and r/RedditSerials

Cover Art is by Tsuu & Navae <<less

Crushed by debt, Sade accepts a strange job: pretending to be an A.I. companion for a lonely scientist. The rules are clear: act like a... more>> Love Machina, never reveal the truth, and above all, love him... and be loved in return. The closer they get, the harder it becomes to play the part.
Because V isn’t just lonely... he’s also hiding something.
And so is the company that hired her. <<less

Royalty x enemies to lovers x fake dating... more>>

When the King of Paican declares his decision for the crown to be passed down not by succession, but by marriage, the palace's halls are filled with chaos. His three sons and one and only daughter are set to compete with each other in a race to find a spouse worthy of bearing the royal family's name, all for the sake of their coronation.

But Lucian knows he cannot fall behind his siblings - the crown must be his, at all costs. And he has a plan on how to get ahead.

Silas lives in the slums of Paican, his entire existence dedicated to feeding his family and fending off the whips of the Royal guards. The only thing stronger in his heart than his desire to protect those he loves, is his distain for the nobility, guilty of abandoning their own people to suffer while they drown in their own riches.

That is, until the Price himself comes knocking at his door.

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She nearly killed me," he muttered.... more>>

"Not nearly," the man said, stepping forward, his voice laced with timeless gravity. "She was holding back."

Ren turned now.

"You knew this would happen."

The figure's eyes glinted silver. "I knew the First Flame would find the one who walks between. And he would choose."

"Lu Quing?" Ren's laugh was hollow. "He's no ordinary man."

"No," the figure said slowly. "He is the Remnant."

Ren went still.

"The what?"

"Angel to some. Monster to others. The last of an ancient race who sealed the Gate of Origins with his own blood." He tilted his head. "Even I fear him."

Ren gritted his teeth. "And she's falling for him."

"It was written," the silver-eyed figure said. "But not how it ends."

A pause.

"You can still break her," the man continued. "But not with war. With doubt."

Ren's smile returned.

"I know exactly who to send." <<less

A story from www.webnovelverse.com ... more>>

In my previous life, the Phoenix Emperor brought his two sons to our Azure Luan clan to choose their brides.

Prince Jianyu took one look at me, the legitimate daughter, and immediately chose me. But fate had other plans. On the day I gave birth, I delivered a low-ranked phoenix chick, its feathers as black as night.

Enraged, Jianyu strangled the child with his own hands, then turned to my half-sister, Meiyun, and made her a consort .

When Meiyun gave birth to a radiant nine-colored phoenix, Jianyu drove a sword through my chest.

“You wretched woman! How dare you cling to the position of principal wife? Make way for Meiyun, now!”

In utter despair, I chose to self-destruct, dragging him with me to the underworld.

But when I opened my eyes again, I was back on the day of the bride selection.

This time, Jianyu didn’t even glance at me. He immediately chose my half-sister Meiyun, excitement flickering in his eyes.

I turned to the second prince, Liwei, who stood beside the Phoenix Emperor. “Prince Liwei, would you be willing to choose me?” <<less

Chapter every Monday, Wednesday & Friday (Sometimes Saturday too)... more>>

Imagine waking up in a stranger’s body, only to discover you’re married to a hot MILF who despises you. That’s Aric Lawson’s reality when he awakens as Vayne Arkwright—a disgraced noble whose sins have left Ashwick in ruins and his wife, Seraphina, seething with hatred. To make matters worse, Vayne’s memories are gone due to amnesia, leaving Aric clueless about this world of magic, betrayal, and debauchery. His sole guide is Ivy, a sarcastic, self-aware system who offers no quests or clear direction—just cryptic advice and sarcasm.

Trapped in a body tied to a legacy of cruelty, addiction, and corruption, Aric must navigate a broken marriage, treacherous politics, rebuild crumbling cities, and win back the trust of those Vayne wronged—all while grappling with the lingering guilt of inherited sins. With no easy answers, Aric faces an impossible journey: redeeming himself in a life not his own while resisting the darkness within Vayne’s essence. It’s a messy, infuriating start. <<less

When Nagisa Mochizuki wakes up inside her favorite otome game, Lustrous Hearts, she’s not the charming heroine or even one of the love interests. ... more>>

Instead, she’s reborn as Aeris Garland, the cunning, cold-blooded villainess fated to fall.

But unlike the Aeris of the original game, this one has a secret weapon The Villainess System, a game-like interface that rewards manipulation, cunning and slaughter.

Armed with her necromancy and a silver tongue, Aeris plots to rewrite her destiny one quest, betrayal, and romantic entanglement at a time.

But the world of Lustrous Hearts is more dangerous than it appears.

As shadows stir beneath the academy, a tangled web of politics, secrets, and powerful foes threatens to pull her under.

The only things standing between her and total ruin?

A sword-wielding noble with a tender heart, a demi-human girl too shy for her own good, and her own rapidly unraveling feelings.

To win, Aeris must become the perfect villainess. But who or what will she sacrifice to pave the path? <<less

Ann, a corporate slave in the modern life, suddenly couldn’t resist her body’s drowsiness and fell asleep after working non-stop for... who-knows-how-long. Her sleep wasn’t a good one as she was overly worried she wouldn’t be able to finish her work. When she finally woke up, she was greatly shocked. ... more>>

An unknown room, an unknown man with his icy expression, and moreover, the man addressed her as “Arlea”, and not “Ann”.
And then she finally realized. She somehow ended up in the body of “Arlea”—a villainess in the fantasy/romance otome game she had played in the past, when she still had free time to relax. To make things worse, she remembered that in the next one year, she—Arlea—was fated to die.

‘In such a situation, what should I do?’
‘Let’s think seriously of a way to overturn the situation?’
‘But hold on, what if I can’t change the scenario? Why bother?’

Having lived her days in the modern life as a serious and restrained woman who became a corporate slave to her death, Ann finally decided... to spend her additional 365 days to live well, and to cross out some of her bucket list that she could still do!

'If I can avoid my death, it's good. If not, at least I've enjoyed my additional time here in this fantasy world where magic and monsters exist, where I don't need to slave away my life ridiculously for the corporate!'

Little did she know that her decision would cause everyone who knew Arlea to be very surprised and alarmed with her change.
What happened to the villainous, hateful woman called Arlea? Why did she become like this? What is she scheming now??
Let's see how long she can keep up her pretense!

Can she avoid her death flag, or will she be able to survive more than the designed 365 days?

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28/4/2022: Title changed to better reflect the story as I've gotten comments that the previous title didn't seem to fit and misled people about the story. <<less

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New Chapters: Tues,Thurs,Friday.
╚═══────⊱༻⸸☽︎𓅇☾⸸༺⊰────═══╝... more>>

Falling from the world she once knew, Genevieve Woodsman lands in one ruled by metal, marriage, and bloodshed. Captured by men returning from war, she’s trapped in a land where escape seems impossible. Desperate to find her way back, Genevieve must navigate a new and dangerous reality—if she can even return at all.

Caspian Astarteu fights to free his people, but when fate brings Genevieve into his life, he’s forced to shift his focus. With a catalyst in hand, they must join forces to confront the prophecy threatening their world. Can they trust each other to save everything they both hold dear?

Mature audience: Contains explicit language and scenes.

Written by: B.M Smith <<less

Sweet steamy fantasy romance for fans of Howl's Moving Castle and Dramione fics.
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Dago. A cynical descendant of wicked wizards with an insatiable appetite for women, power, and gold.

Hera. An empathetic healer whose impeccable reputation the reformed villain would like to borrow.

Upon hearing that a marriage could help him get a promotion to a government position, Dago doesn’t feel like laughing. But when a marriage candidate arrives at his flying castle and asks for help in breaking a curse, his draconic instinct tells him that her ability to change sugar into gold might be worth more than all his businesses combined. It doesn’t matter that the phoenix witch’s fiery gaze easily sees through his greed. What counts is that she is desperate enough to consider making a pact regardless.

Dago silences the whisper of remorse and from the icy depths of his soul, he summons his personal charm. But there is one thing he forgets to take into account.

He might not be the only one who knows how to intrigue.

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Early access: https://www.patreon.com/LenaAbram <<less

Erich Kasper was supposed to be dead, but the Kingdom of Cascadia thought otherwise in instituting the dawn of a new Heroic Age, an age of salvation, not from the calamity brought upon age-old demons nor the collapse of civilization by nightmares born from the imbalance between the two concepts of good and evil. The Land of Verussea is enduring, but a new catastrophe awaits them.... more>>

Themselves. <<less

Reincarnated into a romance action story, Tarion's heart beats for war, not love until he meets a special girl.... more>>

Elements of Western and Eastern isekai.

An unlikely male lead meets the typical female lead.
Systems and action but romance at the heart of it all.​ <<less

Perfection is a myth. Unless you ask Rebecca Wolf.... more>>

She was the equation that always balanced, the mind that never wavered, the force that never lost control.

Sinister Sforza was the error in her flawless design. The storm in her stillness. The madness in her logic.

She was built to resist him. He was built to break her.

And oh, how he would love watching her shatter. <<less

[The evil, conniving and secretive crow goddess chose me to become her champion-husband, so that I can protect her from the powerful, justice-loving warrior lion god, but I'm actually a very kind person and she’s kind of an awkward, weird-smelling, conspiracy-theorist and now I've fallen into a life of crime because of it!]
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What happens when a hopelessly lost, yet unwaveringly kind soul is surprisingly chosen by a hated, evil goddess in order to become both her champion and husband?... more>>

In a densely magical era, the gods themselves live in the world’s cities together with the ilk of mortal people — whether humans, fairies, elves, or any other races that lie in between. Great temples, schools, and industries to hundreds of different deities are maintained by their many followers as the countless faiths compete for power by gaining more worshipers through whatever means necessary. Adventuring deep into the hearts of dungeons, slaying dangerous and rare monsters, creating wondrous guilds, or crafting incredible things in honor of their patrons — no task is too much to ask for those people in service of the divine.

This great competition has brought about an age of prosperity and wealth to the world as the gods fight to out-compete each other in the race for followers.

— For most.

Others, however, who do not fall into the favoring eyes of any gods who would want them, for lack of power, talent, or social standing, find themselves abandoned by both Heaven and their fellow citizens.

One such unwanted wretch, the young, runty, mouse-human half-breed Majiko — a destitute orphaned survivor of the destroyed city of Souzerain — suddenly finds himself caught up in a chaotic situation five years after his traumatic past. Despite being rejected from every house and temple of the gods in the new city, he is taken by surprise to become the husband of the secretive, reviled crow goddess with one wing and one eye. However, she is the very same wanted person who has been accused of the heinous crime of destroying his home and killing his family.

But perhaps there is more to the situation than it first appears?

Denying responsibility and claiming that the two of them are now bound in a conspiracy four layers deep, she awakens Majiko to a secret world that has been around him all of his life. Strange happenings abruptly set in motion all around them, and he fights to understand the real nature of the grand conspiracy that he apparently has always unknowingly been in the very center of.

Taking on the mantle of the weakened goddess‘ protector, it is up to Majiko — marked for death — to not only care for the broken deity but also to find out what really happened to both of them five years ago, even if that means forsaking his sense of honor and justice along the way.

Can a kicked and beaten lowlife from the streets rise up to stand in the halls of champions amongst the greatest in the world, or will both he and his mischievous, strange wife-creature be crushed underfoot like vermin before they can reveal the truth? Is the strange crow really as innocent as she claims, or is this all another ruse in order for her to slip through the grasp of justice once more?

Find out in this brand-new novel from renowned fantasy litRPG author D.M. Rhodes!
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[LitRPG] [Progression] [Weak to Strong] [Awkward Romance] [Smelly Paranoid Crowgirl Wife] [Social Dynamics] [Gods and Goddesses] [Gods Living With People] [Poor to Rich] [Friendship] [Found Family] [Power Games] [Thievery] [Cheese Heist] [Dungeons] [Corruption] [Conspiracies] [Adventurers] [Guilds] [The Numbers Four and Five and sometimes Three] [Crafting] [Shops] [Growth] [Cats Too] [Evading Justice] [Corruption of Principles] [Criminal Lifestyle] [Mafia] [Slow Burn] <<less

This is a biography of once a naive-inexperienced prince, cloaked in the illusion of safety, and coming to power unprepared, unprotected, and surrounded by smiling faces concealing knives, the prince finds refuge in death. But fate isn't through with him, death was only a doorway, and beyond it lay a second chance in a world far darker than he’d ever known.... more>>

Now, reborn into a prehistoric world, he opens his eyes to the raw brutality of life in an isolated tribe, where survival is not a right but a constant struggle. The prince finds himself stripped of his throne and thrust into a Stone Age existence where cunning and resilience matter more than bloodlines.

Here, the night is a territory of fear and death, claimed by an ancient, nameless force that has stalked humanity to the brink. Once, they lived freely under the stars—now, they cower in the dark, their lives dictated by the need to survive the horrors that emerge when the sun fades.

Armed with memories of a past life, an empire’s worth of arcane knowledge, and a sharpened edge from betrayal, The prince must learn to wield magic in a world where survival skills and political maneuvering are just as vital. His journey isn't simply about survival; it's about power, about becoming more than a boy or a prince. It’s about forging a destiny carved out of fire and stone.

What to Expect:
- An anti-hero torn between the princely ambitions of a past life and the raw survival instincts of a primitive existence.
- A blend of political intrigue, dark fantasy, and horror as the prince maneuvers through tribal dynamics, supernatural threats, and the ruthless lessons of betrayal.
- Progression fantasy elements where magic must be cultivated, hard-won, and carefully controlled in a world where even the shadows can kill.

What Not to Expect:
- A savior or selfless hero. 
  Prince Rokan is willing to use everything—and everyone—to survive, conquer, and protect his own. In this world, mercy is scarce, allies are temporary, and the power he seeks comes with a price.

© Copyrighted by Quantumwizerd All Rights Reserved
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https://www.reddit.com/r/stone_age_prince/ <<less

"She is useless, you know," Zéphir said, bored. "Timid. Weak. She can barely handle a simple journey without complaining."
His wife said nothing, only lowered her head, accepting the insult.
Zaymir exhaled slowly. He had no reason to care, no right to interfere But his grip on the goblet tightened.... more>>

In a land of endless deserts and burning sun, Zaymir never cared for his brother, Zéphir -until he saw the woman Zéphir called his wife. She was given to Zéphir, but he treated her as something lesser-a name on a contract, a nuisance. She became a presence Zaymir couldn't ignore. But in this world, to touch what belongs to another is treason. <<less

This story is about an arrogant and rude but adorable side villain who was bullied by our female protagonist the first time they meet . Although it was the side villain doing first who jumped on her but our Fl took the lead .... more>>

Sian , an intersex who was an agent of secret agency, transmigrated to the world of cultivation novel her little sister was reading. Sian transmigrated as a noob character who was destined to die, her role was to serve the main leads , where she meet the side villain who failed her plan to live a peaceful life after her Transmigration.
After the guilty night they spend together, Sian agreed to deal he made with her.
“You are going to escort me and that's final.”
Sian:- ‘If I don't agree with him , he will kill me!’
Side villain is rude , arrogant and evil with wicked plans but he's also cute , sad and playful which Sian didn't know yet. After some twist and turns their fates took path of marriage.
The female protagonist who never cared about relationship was falling in love, the side villain who was always rude and stubborn has became a cutie pie.
Follow them as they both took care of each other and protected each other throughout their journey while encountering other characters from the plot. Falling in love , fighting each other and reconciling.

The book cover is not owned by me.
The novel is of reversed couple theme
FL:- Yi Sian ( intersex)
ML:- Qiang Hao ( side villain)
contains :- Intersex FL , mpreg, reverse couple, side BL. ( If you are ok with this please read , subscribe and like too)
Thank you! <<less

In a world where cultivation reigns supreme, Meixiu, a brilliant geneticist reborn into the martial world, grapples with her new reality. Gifted with the enigmatic... more>> Echidna System—a mysterious power that allows her to extract and fuse genetic samples from the most dangerous creatures and powerful beings—she must navigate the treacherous paths of cultivation and power. But there’s a catch: the only way to gather these samples is through intimate encounters. As Meixiu’s cultivation journey unfolds, she faces heart-wrenching choices between her pursuit of strength and the moral boundaries she never imagined she’d cross. With each encounter, her power grows, but so does the weight of the decisions she must live with.
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In the year 3050, the AI entity KnoIT launched the revolutionary program "Mind Touch," marking the beginning of a new era in cognitive technology.... more>>

Centuries later, in the year 4000, KnoIT unveiled the "Spineless" device, a groundbreaking innovation capable of generating a unique form of energy wave known as "MINIT" waves. This brain-shaped device was remarkably adaptable, enabling animals and humans alike to harness its power. The applications of Spineless were vast and seemingly limitless.

Humans, in particular, exploited the device's potential to create immersive, imaginary realms known as "Worlds." These virtual realities were crafted from the depths of human imagination, blurring the lines between fantasy and reality.

The entertainment conglomerate Mind Games dominated this emerging market, boasting the most renowned World: "Universe 2.0." This digital wonderland had become the epitome of escapism, attracting millions of enthusiasts worldwide.

Thomas, an unassuming high school student, stumbled upon an extraordinary opportunity. He won a coveted birth certificate, granting him access to the illustrious World of Universe 2.0. Little did he know, this chance encounter would forever alter the course of his life. <<less

In the kingdom of Gaea, a mysterious illness has left King George unable to rule, and the kingdom now falls under the control of his omega wife, Queen Charlotte. Amidst tensions with the neighboring kingdom of Kaos, an uneasy truce holds, but both kingdoms remain on the edge of war.... more>>

Two powerful families are forced into an unlikely alliance. Elliot Leighton, a sharp and independent omega, has spent his life defying expectations. Vincent Whitehall, the stoic and commanding alpha, has always embraced his family’s military legacy.

Their families are locked in a bitter rivalry over Gaea’s future. Not wanting her court to fall apart, Queen Charlotte unites the two families through a marriage meant to secure the future of the realm. But can Elliot and Vincent overcome their differences and find common ground in a union built on duty, or will their fiery clash ignite the very war they seek to avoid? <<less

Naomi's existence is tied to the System that enables her to transmigrate into the world of novels. She became a Worldbinder with the purpose to live the role of second female leads or “villainesses” to fulfill their unfinished business.... more>>

However, Naomi never truly felt like she belonged. People came and went, and her existence ensured that she remains forever regardless of her wishes. She refuses to get attached to any particular world or person for this reason, but then, she meets him.

One thing leads to another, and she suddenly finds herself married to a character in a novel for the first time since she became a Worldbinder. Confused and afraid, she decides to leave him, not knowing the chain of events that will soon follow, nor the secrets about to be unveiled.

The role of a villainess is always tragic, and Naomi has never been one for sad endings. But how can a happy-ever-after be a guarantee when you're the villainess in the story?

BOOK ONE OF THROUGH THE EYES OF A WORLDBINDER SERIES <<less

The realm of Lusara is a land of splendor and strife, where towering kingdoms rise above fertile lands, and shadowed secrets dwell within the hearts of the powerful. The empire is upheld by a delicate balance: a sovereign monarch presiding over lesser lords, and beneath them, the two dominant Houses—House Avernal and House Crimsonvale.... more>>

These Houses are the empire’s shield and dagger, bound by duty yet divided by enmity. Known as the "Houses of the Devil," their reputations stem from the lords who rule them—individuals whose power, ambition, and ruthlessness have made them both revered and feared.

Each House serves the empire in its own way: House Avernal safeguards the northern frontiers, a land of unyielding mountains and winter's breath, while House Crimsonvale governs the southern expanses, a place of blazing sands and endless sunsets. Though their territories form the empire’s spine, their hostility toward each other threatens to tear it apart.

In a time of rising tensions, their paths converge not on the battlefield but at the edge of the empire, where an abandoned orphanage crumbles in solitude. There, among overgrown flowers and whispered memories, lives a girl who calls herself a flower. This meeting will set the threads of destiny spinning, entwining love, hatred, and the bittersweet fragility of life. <<less

Zero was a victim of the war of harem.... more>>

Two years of his journey as a demon in a world resembling a game he once played ended in a tragic death.

Fortunately, his soul returned to Earth. Now, he was no longer Zero, the Greatest Villain, but Ernest, a runaway child haunted by an inferiority complex.

Until ...

"So, you wanted us to get married so that you could make me your furnace?"

He ended up being a furnace for his new wife.

But, behind his role as a furnace husband, he gathered strength from the shadows to prepare for another catastrophe that would come.

After all, he returned to Earth 10 years before he was sent to the world resembling a game he once played.

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Also available on Webnovel. <<less

A talented chef is transported to an alpha-omega world, bound by a marriage contract to a cold and aloof girl, and must adapt to his new reality with a system that grants rewards only when he cares for her.
.. ... more>>

I am mearly experimenting with this story. A new concept that I found interesting to try.. Let me know in comments what you think.
(What you will not find in this story:
1. logically explained system and how it works,
2. Interesting or solid background of the characters.
3. great word building or well developed one. at least for now.)

**Update seclude: New chapter with two days gap in between.(For now)

Also if you find any error in text... Please let me know in comments. <<less