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[If you want to understand more, read my new work "REALITY SUBDUERS"] In the vast cosmos, lies an uncountable number of planets, one of those is “Hûlfhednär”, with an extremely hostile environment, high gravity and atmospheric pressure due to his gargantual size, the unforgiven climate, force all the inhabitants to become more resilient than what was needed, even so, is the cradle of a forgotten civilización with high advanced technology and an almost unparallel evolution, “The Hûrngoth”, they rise until became the Apex of his solar system and continue their expansion with steady peace, until … , for an “Unknown” reason, they decided to go into his Homeworld, isolating themselves to achieve something absolutely imperative. Some say they successfuly obtain their goal, others think they failed, but the truth … , not always is simple or straightforward, some occasions, the answer is trickier, twisted and deeper than a black hole. Give it a try, is my first published Novel and my first work on English, so i personally recommend to read up to Chapter 28 before deciding. Proper SMUT after Chapter 35, full intercourse planned in the next Volume. I'm not native speaker so any mistakes i appreciate if you point them out for me to correct them. Leave a comment if you like, have any questions or doubts. My next work "REALITY SUBDUERS" is in progress, it is going to continue the story from another perspectives. Everything on this history has a reason and a hidden meaning, the hints are already there so … DO NOT EXPECT "PLOT ARMOR".

**Freedom. All I Want Is Freedom.** Noah Neemr, a lifelong soldier, had little choice but to serve his country, sacrificing his youth and love in the process. Forced into the unforgiving streets, he endured a life of hardship and met a futile end. Yet, hope remains in this new world. As Noah awakens, he makes a solemn vow: to seize this second chance at life and live it to the fullest.

What do you do when life‘s got you hunched on the ground, crying and screaming for your mother? When negativity and black humor is the only entertainment you‘re getting? You run away to a different world, of course! And it just so happened that one such world was available and open for the downtrodden and distraught. Alternative Reality - a virtual reality platform with a suspiciously unoriginal name, already established as the most life-like experience one could spend their time on and Luke had plenty of time to spare. Now? He’s more than just Luke, the social outcast. Now, he’s also Wail - a lunatic magician who plays with fire without the mental aptitude or sense of responsibility necessary to safely handle it. Add in a petty and spiteful character and the conditions for mayhem are fully satisfied. Join now and witness his adventures, while the world around burns with more than a bit of fault falling upon his downward sloping shoulders. Disclaimer! The book contains morally ambiguous choices, violence, arson, vandalism, unnecessarily satirical portrayal of religious zealotry, profanity, background forced labor that looms dangerously close to slavery and much, much more.

Lynn finds himself relentlessly opposed by a group of chosen ones—heroes of destiny tasked with saving the world. Despite his many efforts to avoid them, fate keeps pushing him into conflict with these seemingly invincible figures. Desperate to find a way out, Lynn partners with a mysterious individual who gifts him a powerful system, one that offers unimaginable strength and potential. But even with these newfound abilities, Lynn repeatedly faces defeat at the hands of the chosen ones. No matter how many times he tries, the cycle continues, and Lynn begins to question if his fate is truly his own, or if he's simply a pawn in a game beyond his control. Lynn is ultimately defeated in his first confrontation, losing his life in the process. Refusing to accept defeat, Lynn reincarnates, determined to change the outcome. This time, armed with his knowledge and the system, he plans to outwit the chosen ones and alter the course of his fate. However, his actions, though calculated, lead him down an unforeseen path, and his manipulation of events ultimately backfires. In a tragic twist, Lynn is betrayed by his own decisions, leading to an unfair and untimely death at the hands of those he once sought to protect. After dying for the second time, Lynn is overwhelmed with doubt. His system, his strategies, and even his past lives have proven insufficient against the chosen ones—heroes of prophecy that seem invincible. As his world crumbles around him, Lynn is forced to confront a harsh truth: his strength, no matter how much it grows, will never be enough to defeat them. —If this world is so determined to control my fate, then I’ll bring someone who is beyond its reach. .... i am writing this novel for fun , nothing else. just my personal wish to create something different from typical cliche standards. it may end up becoming good or bad.

Live a life of solitude with no relationship, and died. However, he was given a second chance at life. How will he live his life. Join in the adventure of our protagonist as he live his life to the fullest.

Folke get's transported into another world, but... who is Folke? And is everything truly as it seems?

"In every world, Airi suffers... but this time, I'll change her fate—even if I have to die over and over again." Yuuta Kanzaki was just another introverted high schooler secretly in love with Airi, the most radiant girl in his class. But one small mistake—one moment of hesitation—and she ended up with someone else. That’s when everything changed. Dragged into an alternate timeline, Yuuta awakens in a world where Airi is his girlfriend… but darkness still follows her. A stalker named Ruma. A cruel stepbrother hiding in plain sight. Six manipulators tearing Airi’s world apart. But Yuuta isn’t alone. Another version of him—one who’s lived through countless timelines—has given him a second chance… and a deadly power: > Every time Yuuta fails to protect Airi and dies, he awakens in a new timeline. Past. Future. Childhood. High school. No timeline is safe—but every one is a chance to save her. Now Yuuta must unravel the infinite web of choices, confront the monsters born from hate, and face his own dark reflection—the version of himself who once became no better than the villain he now hunts. Can love survive across timelines? Can fate be rewritten? Or is Airi destined to break… in every world?

Fu Xiaoxiao transmigrates into a book and immediately faces the crisis of being sent to the countryside. As the unloved middle child, her younger sister is the one meant to go — but her mother transfers her job to the sister instead. A disaster of a start. To avoid being sent away, she has to marry within seven days. She meets a few ordinary men and decides she'd rather go to the countryside. Then she runs into a neighbor who's also looking for a spouse — and his conditions are surprisingly good. A dowry of three hundred? Bicycles and a radio? Just take care of the kids, and separate rooms are fine? The others may pass, but she won't. Every day is a battle of wits with the two kids. Life is eventful, she gets a salary every month, and the boss is never home. Absolutely perfect. Except... wasn't this big shot supposed to be infertile? Then why does he keep strutting around naked in front of her? She has professional ethics. She won't be seduced by a good body. Hmph. Men only slow down her sword swing. Lu Feng grits his teeth at Fu Xiaoxiao, who remains completely unmoved by his countless attempts to seduce her, and traps her in his arms. "Boss, let's talk this through. I know forty a month is a bit much — how about... five less?" Trapped in his embrace, Fu Xiaoxiao thinks he's unhappy with her high salary and starts bargaining. "I'm giving myself to you for free." Lu Feng grinds out through clenched teeth. This woman has no heart. "...Can I say no?" Fu Xiaoxiao swallows, staring at the washboard abs so close. "Such a good deal — are you sure you don't want it?" Lu Feng squints, tempting her. "Fine." A fool turns down a bargain.

[Irresistible MC + Farming & Entrepreneurship + Strong Female Lead + Cute Baby + Love Rivalry + Farming System + Male Competition] Deng Yuyuan wakes up to find she has transmigrated into a period novel about a "pampered group darling" — as the biological mother of the vicious female villain. The female villain has a biased grandmother, a mooching uncle and his family, a blindly filial father, and a spineless mother. She was a small-time thief as a child. As an adult, she committed every kind of evil — constantly framing the female lead — and ultimately met a miserable end. The female lead is the only daughter in another family, doted on by her older brothers. The villain targeted her out of pure jealousy. And now, Deng Yuyuan has become that villain's cowardly mother — and the villain herself is currently just an ugly, wrinkly-faced infant. The blindly filial father loves his wife, but gives all the good things to his own mother. He says to his starving wife and daughter: "Xiao Yuan, come drink some water. I specially heated it for you." Deng Yuyuan looks at her own bony frame and her tiny child — and decides to get a divorce. Goodbye, useless husband. She's going to raise this little cub with an abundance of money and love. No way she'll go astray this time. Lost one husband, gained a crowd of suitors. A beautiful sent-down youth coveted by many — she knows some self-defense and burns the midnight oil studying. With the reinstatement of the college entrance exams, she takes her child toward a much wider world. Riding the wave of the times, Deng Yuyuan works her way up to become a gaming tycoon and a cutting-edge scientist... Except — why are so many men fighting to be her cub's stepfather?

My attempt to transmigrate to a Xianxia World failed. When I opened my eyes, I had unexpectedly become a little child and was even attending kindergarten. With no other choice, I could only deceive the system and pretend to be doing Cultivation. 【Today, on the road, you encountered a fairy descending from the mountain. You must find a way to obtain the Pure Yang Treasure Pill in her hands.】 Lin Zhengran stared at the milk candy in his childhood sweetheart's hand. "Give me the candy. Do you need to go to the bathroom? I'll call the teacher for you." The little girl, bewildered, placed the candy into Lin Zhengran's hand. "The candy is for you..." 【Congratulations! You have obtained the Pure Yang Treasure Pill from the fairy's hands without lifting a single finger!】