Every time when I die, I respawn as a trash-mob at the very bottom of the dungeon. It's a rather troublesome existence, but honestly, I think I've managed to adapt.... more>>

(Complete!) (Ultra slow burn) <<less

To live a quiet life away from high society, 14-year old Alex left home and created a new identity. She changed her name as well as her gender. ... more>>

The catch? She'd lose it all if anyone found out.

To prevent exposure, Alex stayed in the side lines and avoided unnecessary interactions. Her cold demeanor drove the other students away. They eventually learned to leave her alone. After that, it didn't take long for two years to pass by as she spent her days in blissful peace.

Her secluded life had kept her safe. 

Until…

That shattered when Logan Parker caught her with extensions in her hair, make-up on her face, heels on her feet and boobs in her dress.

Not one to give up, Alex needed to fool him.

But how?

How will she keep this web of lies afloat? Will her true identity stay as a secret? Or will her borrowed time be over? 

Take a peek and discover the biggest secret in this fiction world!

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Status:
This story is currently being heavily edited and will be reposted on this same account as a new story in 2024.
|Story Status|... more>> /> Vol. 1 & 2 Complete.
Vol.3 Discontinued.
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Livia Katrina Valentine regains her memories of her past life just as she triggers her own death flag. Rather than a token of strength, her memories haunt her in their steep clarity. <<less

Magic. Math. Not a whole lot of context.... more>>

Two months ago, I was a wormhole navigator, ripping open a hole in the universe to save a ship of people who only vaguely tolerated me. Two weeks ago, long story short, I threaded an impossible path through the void between dimensions to crash-land into a dungeon. You know the kind: monsters to defeat, corridors full of traps to avoid, and magical powers to earn.

I'm not ashamed to admit that it's been two weeks of loneliness, fear, adrenaline, and constant injury. But I'll make it out of here by myself if I have to, or my name isn't Adam Leviathan James.

... too bad the Levi doesn't stand for Leviathan, huh.

(This story contains NSFW chapters, which are clearly marked. It also contains friendship, violence, hair braiding, magic-as-engineering, magical programming, and in medias res. This story also exists on RR, and is being cross-posted here. Advance chapters, feedback, and discussion? I have a Discord: https://discord.gg/dHh3XMMB4T) <<less

The Justice Fight , The Brave Legend of Modern Heroes.... more>>

Beyond stardusts and galaxies,
Amazing powers soar and radiate throughout the universe,
These powers were separated to two forces,

Strike, the power that comes from all things of nature, and in the light hearts of man.

and Exia, a foreign power from the Mysterious Great Exia Rune of old. Each great Exia Rune shard under a Lord's possession,
And from the Lords comes The Lord Exia.

This, Is the emotional epic,
Of how our hero -- Tenmei Akiro sacrifices himself and fights injustice with powers,
EXIA and Strike,
And confronts the Demon inside him,
To save all, for everlasting greatness. <<less

Ophelia Heide couldn't wait to become a new advisor for the Moon Castle and take her father's place! Well...... more>>

That was until she was saved by Leo, a fairy who protected the Galaxy Kingdom. To pay off her debt to him, she was stuck with the task of reuniting the two sides after the capricious kings had a war over... something. Not knowing where to start, she accidentally found her heart captured by the couple's daughter, Princess Koharu, but neither girl ever thought they would flirt with the boundaries of time and history to fight for their love.

Unfortunately, things weren't easy for Leo either as he worked to save the couple, unlocking the secrets of the kingdoms' administrations in the process. What he didn't expect was to find himself falling for an elusive messenger named Sinclair throughout it all, but would his heart allow them to come in?

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Notes:
-In case you're here for some specific tags and/or representation, some only appear much later in the story or apply to the side couples. The tags, justifications, and some warnings are now listed in the glossary under "Cheat Sheets".
-Content warnings are included at the beginnings of chapters if needed, though most chapters only have a language warning.
-This story is also available on Webnovel under the same title. All chapters have been uploaded there, and they will all eventually be posted here via daily updates. The formatting may be different (chapter lengths, italics, etc.), but the content has been left intact.
-The cover art does not belong to me. If you are the owner and wish to have it taken down, please contact me, and I will gladly remove it. <<less

"We met by chance and just like that my whole world changed forever. I know I can't have but I want to try. Please let... more>> me"
"I had the chance to save you and when I took it , i lost you forever. I keep searching for you in everything I do but I can't find you"
"It's only us against the world. I would do anything for you . Come back so I can prove it"
Two kingdoms hate each other to the core. The reason is simple.Prey Vs Predator. When a common enemy emerges, it unearthed disorder and conflict as they suspect one another.However an event that happened five years ago generated an asset which is their only chance to survival. Both parties know that.But why are they so reluctant to use it? Could death be a better option than exposing the truth?What secret could be worth that much? <<less

In the humid heat of a Florida summer, a conspiracy is brewing. Old towns and ancient trees hide dark rites desperate to drown the world in blood. Together but divided, the regional supernatural community struggles to maintain peace with each other and the Hunters' Organization that both helps and hunts them. All while an unknown enemy picks at the fractured alliance to farther their plans and elevate tensions.... more>>

At the center of it all, Michael finds himself stuck as Hunter Clarke, a human bounty hunter with little more than a resistance to magic. While his circumstances aren't great, he must fight to stay alive and complete his mission in hopes of finding a way home. However, each move unearths new truths and buried memories as he struggles through deadly encounters with the constant threat of his own imposed mortality. Among the flesh and confusion, there is one constant. An influence that remains strong throughout all worlds. His love for his husband, Alexander. Even with new faces and different names, they are destined to find each other. Lost but not alone, they will fight against those who threaten their peaceful tomorrow.

HE, 1v1, Friendly Family Oriented Hard Worker x Clever Rule Bending Trouble Maker <<less

Five years ago, an incident has taken the lives of an untold amount of people. Katsuo Kiyabu, the lone survivor of that attack, is enrolled into an elite school called AEGIS to protect him from anyone set to eliminate him. Now he must unlock his true powers to not only save himself and his newfound friends, but to uncover the truth of what happened that faithful day. ... more>>

Why is he in danger and how will his presence impact those who he’ll come across? Time will tell as the mysteries of that incident and those involved reveal themselves! <<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

Humanity was close to conquering the Galaxy at the peak of its power. All the other species were either absorbed into the fold, becoming citizens of the Hegemony of Men or were pushed towards the edges of yet-to-be-explored parts of the Milky Way. But everything has its end... and the end for Humanity came way too suddenly. Nobody knows, not even today, what caused the collapse more than 5,000 years ago, but one thing is certain: No humans have ever been sighted again since then. The Galaxy was changed once more, giving birth to new empires, climbing up on the ruins, left behind their hated foes, the ones who previously conquered them.... more>>

Today, those who call themselves the descendants of Humanity, those who carry their genes, a result of their previous interbreeding of species, are ostracised, hunted, and persecuted by the rest of the Galaxy. Sylen belongs to such a branch of "humans," carrying genes from his ancestors and from another species. A mix. A hybrid. A mutant. She traveled with her grandfather, salvaging, searching for old tech from a bygone era, and trying to get by. They were just sailing back home after a successful find when another life-changing event happened right before them; The rediscovering of a living, breathing human out in the emptiness of space!

Maybe the answers to what happened back then are just around the corner, or maybe it should have been left unanswered all along. <<less

"Pippa's Passing" is the fictional memoir of Jeff Carter who learns that an old love, Pippa Bailey, has died and he relates their story together... more>> from their first meeting in high-school up to eleven years before her death when he last saw her. <<less

Bizzare changes, covert secrets, and lurking mysteries from the past overwhelm Matt Hewitt as he endures shifts in the state of the world, and shifting in his own life...... more>>

Note: This work is also on Royal Road
https://www.royalroad.com/profile/321981/fictions
Wattpad
https://www.wattpad.com/story/316294079-dog-boy
and furaffinity
https://www.furaffinity.net/view/49132199/

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"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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A human companion, a difficult son and three vampire families fighting for the throne. ... more>>

Aurélie has been training to become a companion since she was found at the doorstep of Dubois Academy. A school that aims to train young vampire men and women into becoming companions for noble sons and daughters, Aurélie is the first human to ever successfully attend Dubois.
Étienne Saint-Clair is the only son of Duke Saint-Clair, a young vampire who fully turned a few years ago. While his father and several other family members were given companions to prepare them for a world of politics and nobility, Étienne has been set on avoiding having a companion at all costs.
With Aurélie’s arrival at the Saint-Clair chateau, the estate is soon thrown in to chaos. With the throne of the vampire world having been empty for over two decades, it is a race between the Saint-Clair family and two other families to secure the throne and prevent a war breaking out. As mysteries reveal themselves and friends turn against each other, Aurélie and Étienne must set aside their differences and work together, time dwindling as the lives of the Saint-Clair family are on the line— including Aurélie's.

Cross posted on Wattpad and AO3. <<less

Sommerfield Summer delves into the heartfelt journey of Becky Jones, torn between the tranquil embrace of her rural hometown in Minnesota and the whirlwind of... more>> experiences she encountered while pursuing her vet degree in California. Returning home for a pivotal summer break, Becky finds herself grappling with the bittersweet complexities of reconnecting with the idyllic charm of Sommerfield. The once-familiar town and its inhabitants have evolved, presenting her with a tapestry of intertwined lives, simmering jealousies, and the ache of friendship with Dan Fenton, her best friend since childhood who she had left behind. As she navigates the closely-knit neighborhoods and encounters the colorful characters who define small-town life, Becky faces profound questions about her future and where her heart truly belongs. Sommerfield Summer is an intimate exploration of nostalgia, the tug-of-war between past and present, and the timeless allure of a place that whispers of home. <<less

When the fate of those who’ve sacrificed a part of themselves for the sake of an unstable world is suddenly altered, those looking over them won’t be so pleased.... more>>

An argument amongst gods leads to our MCs being sent astray and given a second chance at life?! Our heroes will play out their lives in the world of Naruto while keeping the issues of their world at bay and discover just what exactly was the cause of their revival. Mixing some LitRPG with some Naruto to face some not so real nightmares coming to life.

+18
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These characters aren't natives of the Naruto World but some will have some context to what's going on and how much varies from each person. (I did a dice roll)

There will be LGBTQ+ Characters and I will include some places or characters to help fill in some blanks

[This is a work of fiction that draws heavily upon the original source material of Naruto. Please support the official release and know I claim no ownership or credit regarding the existence of pre-existing characters or content related to the series and its author, Masashi Kishimoto. ]
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You can signify their character's role in the psyche by color or letter in front of their text

S/ Blue- Soul

B/ Red-Body

M/ Green- Mind
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#1- Hibiki Fuma (Any/All)
Body-Marcus (He/Him)
Mind-???
Soul-Julia (She/Her)
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#2- Kohaku (He/Him)
Body- Yasu (He/Them)
Mind- Hisashi (He/Him)
Soul- Hikari (She/Her)
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#3- Hotaru Kurama (She/ Her)
Body- Jack (He/Him)
Mind- ??? (He/Him)
Soul- Ella (She/Them)
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#4- Makoto (He/Them)
Body- Shinji (He/Him)
Mind- Haruka (She/Them)
Soul- Misaki (She/Her) <<less

Twenty years ago, people suddenly disappeared in a provincial military town, and the remaining residents were found dead. Everything points to the fact that the... more>> tragedy may be repeated in our days: natural anomalies begin, lights flash in the windows of empty houses, and broken rides start moving in the park. Nikolai, whose father died then, takes up the investigation, so the order to search for the missing singer Rina doesn't interest him. But perhaps it was she who could shed light on the mysteries, because she knows how to open doors to other parallels. <<less

On a ravaged Earth, Kayla survives by using her uncanny ability to locate tradable artifacts in the rubble. But when someone starts hunting her, she'll be forced to team up with her biggest rival...... more>>

A riveting dystopian adventure with a supernatural twist!

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Some secrets are better left buried...

Kayla is a scavenger, driven to search the ruins of abandoned cities for artifacts in exchange for critical life-saving supplies. But, the rarest artifacts are found in the most dangerous ruins-those under control by the OmniLab traders.

Carl is one of those traders-and Kayla's invaded his district. He's determined to stop her and the best way to do that is to recruit her. The only problem?

Kayla hates traders.

When a powerful man intent on revenge starts hunting her, Kayla realizes the only way to save herself may be to accept Carl's offer. But that would mean surrendering to OmniLab and giving up everything she knows.

Only everything isn't quite what it seems.

Including OmniLab.

And Kayla's in a lot of trouble. <<less

Nine years ago, beings who look like anime girls seemingly started appearing in the world. Known as the "Kinrae", they live among us, quietly and peacefully.... more>>

Sean Kurtz, a young man with a past he'd rather forget, has idolized the Kinrae since they first arrived. He eagerly enrolls in an anthropology class that studies the Kinrae through the use of strange devices allowing human beings to emulate their appearance. His experiences with these devices will change the way he sees those around him, how they see him, and enable a future for Sean far different than his past.

Author's note - Story is set in 2013. Full cover art by Alexis Rillera (anirhapsodist) on Deviantart. <<less

A mysterious force plagues the mining colony of Nur, the only town on Manim, a strange planet in the Zysti galaxy. Once every year, an enigmatic weather event called The Shades engulfs all of Manim, blanketing it in a storm and forcing a planet-wide evacuation. Anyone who stays on the ground during The Shades disappears without a trace.... more>>

Azer is a young orphan in Nur with mysteries of his own. His memories are missing, his origin is unknown, and most mysterious of all, he has no face. The story of The Shades follows Azer and his friends as they seek to discover the truth about their planet and about themselves. <<less

Nothing compares to a leisurely nighttime stroll, surrounded by a peaceful ambiance. It's around half past seven in the evening when I, Reza Arkan, found myself venturing out under the cloak of darkness. My destination? The forest that embraced the edges of my hometown. I knew some people might have strange notions about a first-year high school student wandering into the woods at night, but I promised myself that my intentions are entirely innocent.... more>>

Meanwhile, my name is Hana Binatha, a high school girl who recently relocated to this unfamiliar town. Little did I anticipate that this move would set in motion a series of events that would reshape my life. It all began on that remarkable night when I crossed paths with a boy, perched amidst the majestic allure of a dark forest, his gaze transfixed on a city adorned with a myriad of sparkling city lights.

My existence is on the verge of transformation, but what lay ahead? How would this encounter color the canvas of my future?

This is the story of two individuals who share a deep passion for fireworks and navigate the ups and downs of their everyday lives. As their destinies intertwine in unexpected ways. <<less

Sabine has spent the past decade hiding from the Wild Hunt. But when a charismatic stranger recruits her to retrieve an invaluable artifact, she’ll have to finally reveal her identity… and her dark secrets.... more>>

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The darkness holds more than just secrets...

Marked for death, Sabine escaped from her home more than ten years ago.

But the Wild Hunt will never give up.

It should have been easy to stay hidden. All Sabine had to do was keep her head down, avoid telling anyone about her past, and above all else -- not let her glamour drop.

Even the best-laid plans eventually fall apart.

When a charismatic stranger arrives in the city, Sabine finds herself unwittingly drawn to the power she can sense hidden within him. Keeping her distance is nearly impossible, especially after a life debt is called due and she’s tasked into helping steal a rare artifact.

Sabine is the only one who can break the magical barriers protecting the item, but that means revealing the truth about her identity and exposing her darkest secrets.

Unfortunately, the Fae aren’t the only ones hunting her.

And the most dangerous monsters aren’t always confined to the dark. <<less

A dark and mysterious woman has an insatiable sexual appetite and a large surprise in her pants. A (fortunate?) young man becomes her latest obsession... more>> and prolific debauchery ensues. <<less

Lucas lost everything. His abusive father pushed his mother to the brink of death. His younger sister turned into a chip for blackmailing and lost her life. Left alone in the world without his loved ones, he decided to end his life to meet them in the afterlife.... more>>

Instead of dying, Lucas was born as a baby without his past memories in a world of cultivation. He had a loving family of mother and older sister. Even without his memories, as Lucas grew up, he knew in his heart that he had to protect his family from all the evils and strived to become stronger.

With his growth, Lucas occasionally started to see many heart-rending visions, which affected him greatly and affected the way he looked at others, including his family. The revelations shocked him. He couldn't trust anyone, even his once close family and friends.

What were those visions? How will Lucas cope with the unsettling revelations and his chaotic feelings?
Will he become estranged or strengthen his bonds with his family and friends and gain the love and warmth that he once longed for.

Read from the perspective of Lucas and join him on his journey of growth, acceptance and love.

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Note: No Gender-Bender, Yuri, NTR and Rape.
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[A/N: The cover is mine, it's original. Cheers to AI!]

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