In a twisted version of the Old West, where Native American fables come to life, the land is teeming with blight and cessation. Skinwalkers, Bakwas, Urayuli, and even the dreaded Wendigo roam freely, constantly terrorizing humanity. In this unforgiving landscape, survival becomes the supreme dream, luxury an impossibility.... more>>

But hope lies in Ether, an eccentric substance that defies reason, and Sigils, granting individuals extraordinary abilities. So, as men and women from the burgeoning East venture into the treacherous West, they must navigate the nightmares that lurk within the wilderness and the horrors from above, below, and within.

Survival becomes a battle for the mind, body, and soul. Each step must be taken lightly, lest they fall prey to a grim fate—a forgotten corpse, a demon's feast, or the plaything of ancient and incomprehensible beings.

Fools tread where angels fear to gaze, yet not all fools let themselves crumble. Some are simply too stubborn to break.

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What to expect

Fights - This world is a violent one, so expect gore, killing, and plenty of combat. But that's not all there is.

Adventure - A vast world that is centered on the Wild West and that period of technology mixed with the supernatural in every aspect from guns to the government.

Progression - Both character-wise and power-wise throughout the story. This does not apply to just the MC. Anyone can grow. Even enemies.

Power System - I've tried my best to make a unique system with a bit of mystery to it. It takes effort, introspection, and experience to grow. And... a little murder. Powers are complex, vast, and have their own restrictions. Oh, and Gods might as well be eldritch abominations for the most part.
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Also, in case any are curious, most creatures, monsters, demons, and the like are based on native American and just American folklore/mythology in general. If you are ever curious about where something comes from, just ask in the comments, and I'll let you know.

Main cover by Fulminaire

Link to RR, in case you want to read there as it is crossposted
https://www.royalroad.com/fiction/60315/tread-lightly-among-hearts-and-haunts <<less

Heroes, Villains and those in between constantly struggle in a world where the race to the top of the food chain can be brutal and... more>> unforgiving. For people like Shane, though, sometimes you get a leg up on the competition. Maybe he can be one of the few that can actually make it to the top. Or maybe that's just Wishful thinking. <<less

They traveled to another world through a virtual reality machine created by a God, in what they thought for a long time was just a game, but ended up being real.
They went through a 'Great Cataclysm' that changed the world through magical energy, which transformed the world in an unthinkable way.
It has been thirty years since humanity faced the virtual reality machine and twenty years after the 'Great Cataclysm' which awakened abilities and started a magical and wonderful world very different from the old one.
Now a young woman arrives in a city in the middle of the sea to attend an academy.
What is her objective? What is the reason for her... more>> arrival? And mainly... Who is she?
Follow the adventure of Aurora whose life, values, and attitude will be known in due course, along with her past, secrets, virtues, and defects.

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Modern world, magical world, female protagonist. 

Translation of my original work in Spanish with more than 600 chapters, two volumes finished, and although the first volume is slow, from the second the pace changes. <<less

Jack Smith’s life ended rather abruptly. Spinning out on ice while driving a truck was not the most magnificent method to depart this earth. A mediocre man he had led an ordinary life until his death. Now with a second chance at life, he decided that this time he would be exceptional. This time he would finally live up to his name. After all, a jack of all trades is a master of none but ultimately better than one.... more>>

Armed with a system and determination to do his best he sets out like any other reincarnated soul in another world to find his place and achieve great things. There is just one small problem with getting started in this endeavour . . . he is yet to be born!

Welcome to a progression fantasy with a twist. What might you be able to achieve if your race to the top began before your body had even been born?

Join our hero as he masters the language, magics and skills of the Compass Kingdoms but his first great challenge will be learning to walk once more.

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Warning 1: Be prepared for the MC to spend an entire book's worth of words and time as an infant but hopefully you will enjoy it nevertheless.

Warning 2: Grandfather is legally abusive to MC for a couple of chapters but he is removed from that situation around chapter 30. To be edited out some time in the future. <<less

The story about a family's struggle to ensure that, above all else, their youngest escapes from the mines where he was born into slavery. Follow Alistar as he struggles through terror and tragedy, embarking on a road to discover himself and his heritage.... more>>

*The above is the novel blurb for the first book of this series. Keep in mind that this is a tragic, grimdark progression fantasy, so there are many sad moments that help to characterize the protagonist throughout the series. As for the tags, while there are a fair amount of "ecchi" moments and multiple love interests, they're not a central focus of the story. <<less

[Regression] [Transmigration] [Other Worlders]
We have it all here in more than 250,000 words. Go ahead and enjoy.... more>>

"People born in power may seem to have it all, but they too have their fair share of troubles to deal with."

Discover a world of magic and mystery, where the desire for one wish can lead to ultimate destruction. Follow Hans, a young boy seeking fame and power, as he uncovers a web of lies and deceit that threatens to shake the very foundation of the world.

In this tale of forbidden knowledge and power, Hans sets out to collect the Books of Fate, each one holding endless power, authored by the strongest knight of his time. And in doing so, becomes a dead man's pawn in a game of power and politics. Will he succumb to his destiny, or break free and forge his own path? Find out in this epic journey of courage, betrayal, and the ultimate sacrifice.

Title: The Parvian Sun

Listen, for I have foreseen a future dark and drear,
When the heavens weep and the earth reeks with fear,

A time when the blood soils the skies and Rain paints the land red,
When the Parvian sun rises, filling all with dread.

A time when sorrow and despair descend upon this land,
The time of the sun's fiery glare bringing our world to its end,

We cowered, we shrivelled, our hearts filled with woe,
We cry for a saviour, hiding from the evil's glow.

Mortal beings, take heed of my words and be prepared,
For the reckoning is near as fate had declared,

Ready thyself and bolster for the incoming storm,
And pray that you shall weather it with a heart that's warm,

For the future is bleak, and the end is in sight,
We beg for a being to stop the malevolent light.

The blood soils the skies and Rain paints the land red,
The Parvian sun rises, filling all with dread.

Schedule - Every Monday, Thursday and Friday

Note - Elven lies is only available in Royalroad and Scribblehub, please notify me if you find it somewhere else <<less

ON HIATUS... more>>

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Born below a raging storm, Rai entered the world with a whisper, silencing the elements. Join him as he grows and explores the world of Zenith, uncovering its truths and fallacies. Will he find his father, the previous Aspect of the Life clan?

Blessed with abundant mana, how will he adjust to sealing it so his body doesn't destroy itself in a world where magic means everything? His journey includes attending Aether Academy, dealing with celestial hijinks, and a dangerous path laid out by his father.

What will become of the world in the process?

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UPDATES EVERY SUNDAY AT 12:15PM GMT

Chapters will be from 1400 to 2400 words ish, could change depending on the chapter.

This story is long enough that it will probably surpass 1000 chapters, so strap in and enjoy the ride!

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Things to expect:
- Slow romance
- Expansive world building
- Character power progression (not limited to MC)

Things not to expect:
- Rape scenes
- Harem

Cover art made and owned by me <<less

Genevieve, born 2097, had been a sickly young woman that never left the hospital in her lifetime. She spend most of her time playing VR Games with her cousin. ... more>>

But life was not finished with her. Waking up after a recent health attack she finds herself in a unknown World.

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"Who are you?"

"Genevieve."

"You shouldn't be here, you are not supposed to be here."

"But I am, and these are my people..."

Red colored snow fell softly to the ground and sky blue dazzling eyes fixated the man, a wave of long snow-white hair moved along a soft breeze as she spoke with a soft and gentle voice.

"...and you harmed them. I will not forgive that."

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PS. There is a Glossary if you have not seen it until now. Read at your own discretion, it has some smallish spoilers.

P.P.S there is a now small spin-off, rather a short story, of Tsukikos Beginnings called Obsidian Blade.

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I am NOT an English native and writing for fun ONLY. This is the first time I am writing a story, so I am sorry if there are mistakes, and be under no illusions there are plenty grammatical, and here and there, spelling mistakes around.

I do NOT own Naruto, all rights to it belong to original owner, the only thing I own in this story are my own original Characters. <<less

This wasn't the first time my girlfriend talked me into doing something crazy, just to help her win a bet with her twin sister. And it wasn't the first time one of their little challenges or competitions messed up my entire weekend.
But it WAS the first time my girlfriend claimed to have magical powers. And when she told me she wanted to turn me into a girl for a night, I probably should have taken her a little more seriously...... more>>

Content warning: There are a few scenes with adult / sexual content, and some light D/s
Additional Tags: Polyamory <<less

What if you wanted to discover a world of magic and plants, but cultivating nobles, hashish-obsessed assassins, and a tight budget were constantly a nuisance in your way?... more>>

Aloe had been a simple girl who lived with her mother; yet after her grandfather died, she finds herself the heiress of a greenhouse, a luxurious commodity for a desert dweller like her. However, as she was predisposed to sell the greenhouse because she was desperate for money, she finds her grandfather's secret cultivation technique!

Her grandfather's research opens a whole new world of magic and possibilities, but it soon becomes clear that life is not as simple as a fairytale and her life will be filled with strife.

Stardew Valley meets Breaking Bad!

~ What to expect ~
-Slow burn.
-Lots of drugs. Maybe the blue stuff.
-Lots of ART.
-Unique spin on cultivation! No cults or sect crap.

Chapter updates 4 times per week.

As of now, this story is available on Scribblehub, Patreon, and Royal Road. <<less

The threat: the destruction of all life on Earth.... more>>

The agents: a young man with a system, and a military woman in charge of Bureau of Supernatural Affairs.

Albert woke up and saw a Quest waiting for him, from a [System] that had not come without reason. Its purpose was to give him power to fight an invasion of Earth at the hands of an unknown species.

One day, one step at a time. First, he must become strong.

And he is not alone. There is another: a woman of pure steel and resolve working against all odds to save humanity.

Slow start, then the pace picks up. Stakes are real. Choices matter. Characters make mistakes. Progression makes sense and no power creep. No dumb villains. No plot armor. <<less

Kaz is a kobold, just trying to survive, grow, and protect his tribe. But his efforts are about to become complicated, as dragons are nesting in a cave nearby, and humans are seeking an ancient, deadly secret in his mountain. Join Kaz as he finds out what magic and cultivation are, gets up close and personal with a dragon of his own, and delves deep into the mountain to find secrets... and a freedom he never dared to hope for.... more>>

**The Broken Knife is slow burn and will end up with at least two hundred chapters. It has a weak to strong MC, and I hope you enjoy reading about Kaz's growth as much as I enjoy writing it!**

**NOTE: There are brief depictions of slavery in an escape arc from chapters 90-119. It is neither exploitative nor glorified, but you may want to skim or skip this section if you are uncomfortable with even references to this topic.**

Note: I'll try to release five chapters a week, Monday-Friday. If you can't wait, my Patreon is ten to thirty chapters ahead at any given time (depending on tier). I try to write five chapters a week, 2-3k words per chapter. <<less

Kaito Miyahara is almost done with university. Only one final project remains, one that he has been putting off for three years. If he doesn't... more>> start now, he will be stuck in university for one more year, something that will further tarnish his resume. In a future where a simple failure is enough to destroy your career, he can't let that happen, but he can't think of anything.
Miraculously, he runs into Sanae and Risa, two girls whose sole goal is to become idols. For Kaito, the only way of making it work in the current world is to think outside the box. To think big. To think galactically. And so he becomes the manager of the first, galactical idol group: Blostars.
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- Edited by RedPandaChick
- Cover art by @retrosensei on Instagram
- Find more about my works on https://sosin.carrd.co/
- Also posted on Royal Road, Webnovel, Neovel, and Honeyfeed <<less

Have you ever wondered what Harry Potter should have been like, if Harry really was treated like he was by the Dursleys and then by the kids at school? Me, too. Let's see what happens.... more>>

I'm writing this for fun, and it's been fun. 😊

Harry Potter is (TM) and (C) J.K. Rowling. Image grabbed from Google and edited with title. <<less

Volume 1 - Blurb;
The two women couldn't seem much further apart - Teacher and student, specialist and novice, of noble birth and with no family at all - But when brought together with the rest of the Battleship Am-Fluchtig's fledgling crew, perhaps they will have more in common then first thought.
     
The ships of the Tristian Flotilla are gathering, a dangerous submarine is already on the move, and it will all come to a head at the sight of a mechanical moon.
The UnderCurrent has begun transmitting...... more>>

'The UnderCurrent Incident' of 2022 gave humanity it's first glance at alien life, although not in an expected way.
It allowed for a VR-like vision into the lives of an entire race of people separate to our own. This novel serialises their story, the story of 5 ordinary pilots partaking in an interplanetary war of galactic proportions.
With no way of knowing if this glimpse into a foreign society is an alternate reality or some distant planet in our own universe, it would only take so long for the public to demand a guided tour - Now you hold that very thing in your hands, with exclusive access to the project and transcripts from the original experiment's team. You will learn of the lives to which UnderCurrent affords us a view into.
Of the Battleship Fluchtig's soldiers, of a conflict that spans far more then any of them know and of their hunt for a 'Dangerous Submarine'.

-Blurb of "The UnderCurrent Experience" by Pierre Havelock on behalf of his Majesty's government.

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Now on Royal Road and coming to Scribblehub!
This is my own original work, with obvious inspirations from the likes of Gundam, Dune, 1984, Evangellion, Grimgar and anime in general.
All ideas and concepts shown are my own, though I do Parody some things.
A fair amount of research has gone into many of the topics in this book, but I am by no means an expert in any.

I'd love to share some of the research I've come across on mecha, living in Space, and amputees. Amputees in particular is a worthy topic we should all be more educated on - You may find this video link a brief intro into that world; https://youtu.be/piiFI8QafHs

There is a degree of deconstructionism towards the mecha genre involved with an onus on taking a more practical look at the features of that mode of storytelling, giving actually worldbuilding explanations for some of the fantastical equipment involved and using the likes of military structure and resource management in conjunction with the story, but hopefully this is something anyone can enjoy with no prior knowledge of the genre traditions.

Thanks for reading! <<less

As the night falls, a man sits alone, lost in thought and mourning the loss of his parents on his birthday. He takes a swig from his bottle, trying to numb the pain. However, when he wakes up the next day, he finds himself in a completely new world, endowed with powers that he had unknowingly chosen in his drunken state.... more>>

As he navigates this unfamiliar terrain, he begins to uncover secrets about himself that he never knew existed. Determined to meet his parents again, he sets out on a journey to understand his newfound abilities and the world he now finds himself in.

From Solo Leveling to The Beginning After The End to Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint, follow this man's story as he tries to make sense of his new reality and find his way back to his loved ones.

Note: This story is a fan fiction and I do not own any of the characters. For those interested, you can join the Discord link provided or check out my Patreon to read ahead.
https://discord.gg/NdaZBAbQ8D

https://www.patreon.com/OVERLOAD69

got it!

https://www.paypal.me/OVERLOAD948

There are over 200 chapters on Webnovel here is the link..
https://www.webnovel.com/book/my-second-life-in-another-world_22435864206498805 <<less

5 detectives enter a mansion to investigate the dead body of a scientist. They were also informed that the daughter of the household Hori is missing. The detectives talk to suspects, point out lies and contradictions to find the truth behind the killing and the missing girl. The many witnesses, some were honest, some were deceiving, some...mad . But will the truth that they desire so much give them relief once it unleashes itself? ... more>>

This is the webnovel adaptation of the visual novel Lust for Truth.
You can download Lust for Truth from this link:
https://nakama-wit.itch.io/lust-for-truth

You can read the full volume 2 of this webnovel from here.
Currently the full volume 2 has not been yet posted to this site but can read it from here:
https://ko-fi.com/s/22dbf75b4e

The game features swearing as well as discussions of gore and sex.
This webnovel is being submitted to Royal Road with the link: https://www.royalroad.com/profile/160170/fictions.
The link is the official one. <<less

Have you ever loved a videogame so much that you wished you were somehow magically transported into it? Tough luck, this isn’t your typical isekai story where the protagonist ends up in a different world. The videogame becomes the new reality in this one. Features: a cute gay protagonist (and his handsome boyfriend), strong female characters (probably too strong), magic, huge fluffy wings and… did I mention BL? Doesn’t feature: waiting for romance to finally happen after xxx chapters, stupid girls who need rescue and… did I mention it’s not straight? Warning: I might have a fetish for angel wings. I mean… I most probably do.... more>>

Releases: Once a week , usually 10-12 pages. You're in for a 100+ chapter story. :)

Join Draconia's Discord channel! https://discord.gg/3gBK3gWu92 <<less

When your heritage as a dragon is the least of the secrets kept from you, danger and adventure are close at hand.... more>>

Drenar and his best friend Julia found a magical creature bestiary that revealed a startling truth: they're Awakening into their draconic forms, and their latent powers tied to it are slowly kicking in. While grappling with this revelation, a mage insurrectionist organization responsible for their changes rears its head, tries to coerce them to help them tear down the current mage government, and threatens both worlds of consequence.

Those rebels made a BIG mistake, threatening a bunch of teenage dragons who don't want their world to fall to pieces. They band together, along with others they find along the way and forge their own path to defend the world against the rising evil of the Talons and their leaders. Foes that include the deadly and enigmatic CEO Valosterla, a maniacal dragoness who sings as she slaughters her enemies.

Prepare for a journey of daring heroes fighting for what's right, while they shine a light to guide the way...Witness the rise of the Luminaires!

What to expect: A coming-of-age fantasy story of daring heroes fighting to save the world. The characters are the heart of the story, from dragons, to Kitsune, and more.

Rating warning: PG-13. There's some language, violence, and some content that might not be for everyone (trauma, grief, and others do get touched on). Heavy chapters will be noted, so there will be fair warning.

This story is currently Hosted on RoyalRoad.com--After the premiere launch on Scribblehub, there will be 3-4 chapters posted per day, until parity is reached with RoyalRoad. Afterward, posting schedules will be synced on a M-W-F Schedule. If you don't want to wait, consider following here:

https://www.royalroad.com/fiction/76641/the-legend-of-the-luminaires-coming-of-agefantasy

Patreon has been upgraded! New tiers for up to 15 Advance Chapters beyond the public release!

Note: This story is owned by Magius Swiftscale and is permitted only to be displayed on Scribblehub.com and RoyalRoad.com. If you see this story displayed elsewhere, send me a private message. <<less

Having the power of a god isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. On top of handling a god’s many responsibilities, Alouin has to contend with the fact that reality is quickly coming to an end. Isn’t that just wonderful?... more>>

Fortunately, Alouin has help in the form of allies from five, separate iterations of reality. It would help if they would get with the program and actually, you know, help, though.

The Eternal War:

Raimie has been living a nice, boring existence in a safe corner of the woods until he comes across a random sword in the forest, and after that, everything changes. On the run from a powerful magic wielder, he’s forced to accept that he’s the last heir to a royal line, foretold to cast down the ancient evil suppressing his family’s native land. The invisible beings trailing his every step, along with the suspiciously magical anomalies they prompt in him, aren’t helping with that goal. Oh, and if that weren’t enough, the nightmares he’s had all his life have twisted into something weird and yet surprisingly familiar.

Thank the gods for family and the new friend he’s made along the way. Maybe things will turn out ok, if he could get a moment to think.

Oh, nope. There’s another threat coming to wreck his life. Time to run again.

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This story was initially released on Royal Road.

It will start out very stereotypically for the first few chapters (for epic fantasy at least). If you can tolerate a couple of seeming tropes (i.e. the Chosen One etc.) for 5 or so chapters, I promise that The Eternal War will diverge into much more interesting storylines. I like writing slow burns, taking my time to establish characters etc., before getting into the exciting bits of a story. I also thoroughly enjoy trying to subvert tropes, although how successful I am with that is up to the individual reader, of course.

I will update the book every day until volume one is complete, and after that, I'll switch to a Wednesday/Saturday release schedule. <<less

So what happens if you feel like you belong nowhere... then find out you do belong somewhere... and that place should be impossible? There’s no such thing as magic or werewolves, especially only a few hundred miles north of Toronto, right? And what could be in Jesse’s missing past that would make him fit in there?... more>>

Jesse’s been having a tough time at home with his adopted parents, and even life on the streets, with the one friend he trusts, has more appeal. During a particularly bad moment, he finds himself some way north of the city he lives in, and things just keep getting stranger from there: Haven, the village he stumbles over, is not only primarily pagan, but a substantial percentage of the population can do insane things. Like manipulating light into doorways linking places, or fixing injuries with a touch, or changing into wolves.

The early part of his life has been a blank to him as long as he can remember, but the more time he spends in Haven, the more hints there are that a place like this is where he belongs. But how did he come to be alone several years before, with no memory? Is there unfinished business lurking in his past that can come back to haunt him in his new life? And how much danger are his Haven friends in because of him?

Very much an Ugly Duckling tale. Only with fewer ducks. ;)

This was my first finished novel. Comfort playing with gender and experimenting with other diversity came later. There *are* intimate poly relationships and a sort of non-exclusive MM friendship-with-benefits. V0.01 of Black Wolf was written during the mid-1990's, while I was in my late teens/early 20s. While it has undergone three or four major overhauls since then, updating it to take place later proved not to be a viable option. I realize some readers may find concepts like the absence of cell phones and Internet rather alien.

** Content warnings: minimal gore/violence (largely wolves fighting bad things), occasional bad language, the only sex is a non-explicit masturbation scene. The MC does start off homeless and there are a couple of mild scenes around this. References to drug/alcohol abuse, childhood abuse, and thoughts of self-harm, but not described in depth and not shown as positive. There are a few things I might do differently these days (Naomi in particular - love her but don't know that she's well-handled) so please be forgiving! ** <<less

Expectations suck and young Edwin knows it better than most. Born the youngest son of the second wife of a retired adventurer turned village guardian, he feels his life is being taken away from him, being shaped by what others want him to do.... more>>

His grandfather expects him to succeed in his life’s work as village head, his father expects Edwin to be better than him, and his older brother expects him to just drop dead.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨?

He’s the weakest and most untalented of his siblings, whatever he can do. Surely his older "grumpier" half-brother and "Unique" half-sister can do better.

If it was up to him, he would go out and brave the dangers of the world, dread wolves, dragons, giant sand worms, and gargantuan sea serpents. He would fight them all and live many adventures, turning his name into legend.

Sadly, things hardly go the way we want them to.

Lucky for him, the recent arrival of a mage to the coastal town of Hillside has given Edwin an opportunity, a chance that may change his life forever as outside forces play in the background with the delicate balance maintaining the peace.

Edwin will now give it his all to journey through the path of magic while learning about the people in his life and the circumstances that lead to his birth.

𝘞𝘢𝘪𝘵, 𝘸𝘩𝘰’𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘨𝘪𝘳𝘭? 𝘈𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘩𝘺 𝘥𝘰𝘦𝘴 𝘴𝘩𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘯𝘴?!

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As a standard villainess in an amateur romantic fantasy novel, one must have prestigious background to grind people underfoot, a stunning appearance yet no one admires, a proverbial horrid personality only a mother would love and of course, a head filled with water.
The end of the novel also signals the end of the villainess. Stripped of her title and judged for her crime losing everything. But does she have to lose her beautiful face as well? ... more>>

She just came out from a two-year long relationship then one day she was told she is to become this kind of villainess.
Ayan was in a dilemma.
Ayan can perfectly feel the world's malice.
Crossing to an alternate world is okay. But going to the ancient times to bear hardships? No,no,no!
The pearl of the Rose family vehemently refuses the 'privilege'.
Unfortunately, heaven was determined to make her follow the path of her abused transmigrated predecessors.
No way!
What? She only has two days to live!?
Ayan gritted her teeth and demanded compensation.
(ʘ言ʘ╬)... Since you want me to cross, then cross it is but I dare not follow your broken script!

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Cover art above is not mine. Talent and handwork belongs solely to its amazing creator. <<less

"You're not about to carry me out in bridal style again, are you?"... more>>

"Do you want me to?" He couldn't help but smirk. Her face from their date surfaced in his memories. He found it just as amusing as back then. Revenge never tasted sweeter. Would she make the same reaction right now?

It was tempting but the venue wasn't the best place for it.

"No!" Eve protested a little too loudly. She pressed her fingers against her mouth and scanned the premise. As she predicted, hundreds of eyes watched them. A groan escaped her lips. She buried her face on the side of his chest, inhaling his cologne.

"Are you sure?" Ambryan asked, genuinely concerned now. He held her chin and raised it. His violet eyes met her hazel ones. The blush on her cheeks had magnified in saturation. He couldn't tell anymore if it came from embarrassment or the alcohol.

Either way, it intrigued him on how much redder she could possibly be.

He leaned down and whispered in her ear. "I'd be gentle this time."

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Eve faced the most difficult decision in her life when an opportunity landed on her desk. And that is? To join a special dating site for the most eligible bachelor of the country,

Her boss.

As a secretary, Eve knew affiliations between her and her boss were forbidden. She must stay in his shadow where she didn't pose a threat to his lovers and his admirers. She had taken measures to fit the job, even changing her style of appearance.

Ambryan Hathaway, CEO of Eros Productions, disliked false information. The only ones he allowed were the ones he initiated himself. In order to please his mother, he had participated in the game of love with a string of flings.

Unfortunately, his mother had enough. She must find a way for him to open his eyes and his heart to meeting the right girl. That one spark would be enough for her son to consider marriage.

And who would be the better candidate than his own secretary?

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https://discord.gg/5V89qkc <<less

Ellie would not fail.
Geoff would not try.... more>>

High-achieving Ellie Gardner meets intentional slacker, Geoff Cobalt, throwing their previously steady life trajectories into chaos. Ellie is an adopted daughter of a midwestern crime family in dire straits, sent to Orange County, CA not only to get a college degree, but to make connections with another local emerging crime family, the Sinclairs. Geoff is the secret grandson (also adopted) of a legendary supervillain. Despite this, he prefers to eat junk food, light fires, steal, and play video games. Therefore, Ellie is recruited to keep his college studies on track in exchange for training from his grandfather. She needs to study, survive, and learn to budget both her money and time between her many obligations. She can't do it on her own. But when everyone is putting on a front (including herself), who can she trust?

And while they don't realize it, there are many hidden eyes on them.

"Ellie was on her own.
Geoff was on his own.
They only had each other."

All are original characters. There will be some illustrations/portraits painted by me using traditional mediums :) Sometimes the links get broken, so I really appreciate that if you let me know!

There are 8 arcs planned, this is currently the first arc. Sometimes I'll go through and update with more details/plot points as they shift around, so don't be surprised if some details in old chapters change!

Currently posting a new chapter every Saturday and sometimes Wednesday if I've made extra progress.

Set some decades into the future so I can play around with technology.

General content warnings/disclaimer: There will be some laws broken, violence, verbal threats, involuntary confinement, breaking and entering, arson, body modification, poisoning, occasional death. You might call the genre cozy crime. The tone will generally be kept light and the characters may seem callous at times. This is many of the characters are criminals. They are not meant to be role models. Do not take this story as legal advice, security advice, or as a guide on how to commit crimes. This is fiction and any resemblance to people, places, and things real or imagined are coincidence. <<less