pebbles the penguin

-NOTE- This novel is unedited; expect typographical, grammatical, format, and plot errors. -SYPNOSIS- Jousuke Daikuhara is a kind-hearted high schooler known for his quiet strength, musical talent, and calming presence. A top student and skilled musician, he prefers peaceful days and finds joy in the little things. Though he doesn’t see himself as special, his genuine care and subtle attentiveness draw others in, slowly turning his once-simple life into a web of emotions and silent confessions. Leah Boutsuki is shy, soft-spoken, and quietly artistic. She and Jousuke first met after accidentally bumping into each other outside their classroom. Despite her reserved nature, her gentle warmth leaves a quiet mark on Jousuke—though expressing her feelings remains her greatest challenge. Kaede Miyazaki, the tsundere student council vice president, is sharp-tongued and fiercely driven. Known as the most beautiful girl at Bungaku High, she frequently clashes with Jousuke through council duties, calling him an idiot to mask her flustered reactions to his smile. Underneath her tough front, she’s drawn to his sincerity—much to her own frustration. Rika Sakurai, soft-spoken and quietly strong, has harbored feelings for Jousuke since middle school. A small moment of kindness from him long ago stayed with her, even as she tried moving on with others. Her loyalty and quiet longing add to the emotional storm slowly surrounding Jousuke. As days pass, fleeting moments blur the line between friendship and love. In this gentle harem, the question of who will win Jousuke’s heart remains unanswered—because love, in its quietest form, is never so easily defined.

“I’m… just trying to get home,” Jiang stammered, his voice feeling weak, the words foreign on his tongue. Her lips curved into a smile—one that sent both heat and cold coursing through him. She stepped forward, her heels clicking softly on the pavement. “Home? What if I told you that home is not where you think it is? That you’re destined for more than this?” Her hand reached out, cold fingers brushing his cheek, sending a shock through his body. Before he could pull away, his vision blurred, and the world around him began to spin. His heart pounded in his chest, his limbs felt heavy, and something unnatural gripped him from within. The city lights, the woman, the very air around him twisted and bent until everything went black.

What if a penguin was born with a system? He would definitely be a penguin, right? Why wouldn't he be? First time writing just trying it out so I'll make a short story about a penguin. English native PAt/demonkingb

Song Wen turned into an emperor penguin cub and almost died of freezing in the ice and snow. His mother penguin did not come back on time, and his father also went out to sea with the large group before his fluff grew. Song Wen was cold and hungry. He had no choice but to find a way to find food on his own. He found an egg that was as big as him, and before he could find a way to eat it, a fluffy... little yellow chicken emerged from the egg? Looking at the fluffy self, and then at the fluffy little yellow chicken, Song Wen could only find another way to eat, and then he regretted it, the weak chicken ate too much, and still stuck to him If he didn't let go, he finally became someone who wanted to talk to him!!!! It's not that he found food, its because he has an ancestor. In order not to starve to death, Song Wen can only find a way to save himself or create a tribe in this wretched place. The story of Song Wen and his little birdman struggling to survive in a wild and different world will probably have infrastructure content] [Traveling through the emperor penguin is attacked by x ruthless people, foodies, and violent birdmen] ---------------------------------------------> This is not my novel I just wanted to translate this real quick (~o~) Nobody wanted to pick this up! That's why.. whoo... [I post... Whenever I feel like it... Idk... I'm horrible with time] Author- Murong Libai [if wanted to be taken down, I will I don't know how to contact you to ask you sorry The translation goes to me, the story goes to murong ling

Donated to the pebbles, and now a pebble. Due to Rule 67’s implications, which states, “Donations or gifts to people who are considered pebbles are strictly forbidden,” Ezertze Valatoras, who broke the sacred code of Davao, a strict religion followed by his noble family Valatoras, is disowned. Repeated misconducts and defiance only sealed his fate, casting him into the streets with nothing but his wits and a heart that cannot ignore those in need. Alone, powerless, and with only memories. Ezertze awakens a mysterious Donation System—a power that turns donations, and donating into strength. Can Ezertze someone now in the dumps survive in this world, and grow stronger so he can live a good life where he can donate freely. [Disclaimer] This is my first WebNovel and the first chapter is pretty long, so please try and bare with me. any thought or feedbacks will be appreciated, or any comments in general. I’m hoping to Inprove each and chapter and I’m willing to listen. Anyway Thank You,

"Li Wei is betrayed by his best friend, his soul is sent to a remote corner of the Immortal Planet, betrayed and transformed into a penguin. Li Wei embarks on a mission to become the strongest and kill Ye Chen." Author's note, it is important to read: "In this story, the characters who are part of the harem will only feel physical and emotional attraction towards the Protagonist, not towards anyone else, no other member of the harem."

In the world of Tiamat, mortals are playthings for the gods—summoned to serve, survive, and entertain an unseen audience. Alain, an ordinary man from Earth, gets thrust into this world through an unexpected summoning, quickly stripped of his humanity and transformed into "Pebble," a brawny, low-intelligence character with a unique class called "The Battery." Tasked with walking a mysterious "Forest Path," Pebble quickly learns that his fate is being controlled by divine entities who act as his omniscient spectators, granting rewards, issuing tasks, and meddling with his every move. Pebble, with his new identity and peculiar skill set, teams up with an unlikely party of heroes: Phil, the eager snake-man rogue; Fred, the elderly wizard with unsteady but surprising powers; Bard, the charismatic musician; and Puffy, the foul-mouthed gnome who offers both guidance and exasperation. As Pebble struggles to navigate the rules of his new reality, he faces off against monsters, bandits, and divine "challenges" that range from inconvenient to life-threatening. Along the way, Pebble encounters gods who meddle in his life—sometimes offering aid, sometimes just making things harder. Among them are Glurt, the playful trickster; Artia, the shrewd, vengeful and alluring goddess; Aphrodite, who has her own plans for Pebble; and Reeki, the mysterious Mountain God who seems to have taken a special interest in him. As Pebble's viewership grows, he gains more power—but also more problems, as the gods begin to influence his decisions, pushing him toward a fate even he doesn’t fully understand. Haunted by his past life and the slow erosion of his Earthly hobbies and habits, Pebble tries to make sense of his role in this divine game. Aided by his comrades he must balance the absurdity of his situation with the reality of high-stakes danger. His class, "The Battery," holds mysterious potential that he's only beginning to uncover, and the path ahead is riddled with tasks that could lead him to greatness—or end his journey prematurely. Combining elements of dark humor, epic fantasy, and unpredictable divine interference, The Story of Pebble follows the adventures of a hero who never asked to be one, struggling to forge a path forward in a world where the line between game and reality is blurred—and where the gods are always watching.

“Even after the world ended… despair found a way to survive.” The year is 2026. Japan is a scarred land — a nation crawling out of the ashes of a near-apocalyptic collapse. Cities lie in ruins, nature reclaims forgotten streets, and remnants of civilization cling to order. But while the surface begins to rebuild, a deeper threat festers beneath it. From the shadows, monstrous beings known as Hollowborn hunt the living. Once human, these creatures are born from deep despair — manipulated by an unseen force that thrives on fear, suffering, and stolen souls. To stand against them, the covert organization KIBOU wages a losing war in silence, hoping to preserve the last fragments of humanity. Then, a nameless boy is found among the wreckage. With no memory of his past but a strange power similar to the Hollowborn, he becomes both a mystery and a threat. Yet something within him resists the corruption. Given the name Yuuki — "Hope" — he is taken in by KIBOU, not as a soldier, but as a gamble. As Yuuki begins his journey, facing brutal trials, dangerous missions, and questions about who — or what — he really is, one truth becomes clear: In a world where despair gives birth to monsters… hope is the only thing more dangerous.

Good news: You've awakened. Bad news: You're the villainess. Renee Jennings accidentally obtains a system, allowing her to break free from the plot's control by completing missions. Renee Jennings: "Wait a minute, what's with all the animal dictionaries as a reward?" System: [They can give you an affinity with animals.] Renee Jennings: "Why?" System: [Because a villainess has no affinity with people.] Renee Jennings: "…" This joke is not that funny... * After unlocking animal languages, Renee Jennings embarks on a path of no return— Leading dogs to save a blind woman being stalked by a pervert. Reporting an evil old man who murdered his wife and hid her body, thanks to rats. Helping a kitten catch the murderer who killed its owner and buried the body. Finding tens of millions in stolen goods based on intel from birds. * While others are petting cats, Renee Jennings is riding a tiger. While others are falling in love, Renee Jennings is solving crimes. While others are getting married, Renee Jennings is rescuing endangered animals. While others are having kids, Renee Jennings is serving her country.

After being found and brought back by her wealthy family, Arabella Donovan has an unexpected awakening and discovers that the world she lives in is a mishmash of popular story tropes. Her eldest brother is the tragic guy in a melodramatic, angsty novel; Her second brother is the cannon fodder in an showbiz power-fantasy novel; Her third brother is the scapegoat who ends up with a criminal record in a doting teen romance; Her fourth sister is the vicious villainess in a 'real vs. fake heiress' story; And even her parents are just antagonistic background characters in some sweet, middle-aged romance. Arabella Donovan: This family is a complete collection of misfortunes. The word 'tragic' doesn't even begin to cover it. Her family, after hearing all of her inner thoughts: "..."