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In the depths of a frigid winter, Oswald, a mere shepherd, fights for survival alongside his pregnant mother in a war-torn world. His life takes a sinister turn with the arrival of a mysterious traveler who claims to carry an urgent message for the royals. An opportunity bearer but at what cost? As night deepens, Oswald uncovers a shocking destiny that goes beyond mere survival. His night wanderings are no mere sleepwalking; they are tied to the dreadful beast that haunts his village. This wolf-like creature prowls the valley, bringing dread as the specter of war looms closer. Blood will flow, loyalties will be tested, and Oswald must face the beast within as he strides the perilous path between humanity and monstrous power.

2053 Thirteen towers manifested, leaving destruction in its shadow and flattening the area in its wake. Taking the towers as a threat, the governing powers on earth rebelled in their way by nuking them as a final result. The governments tried everything. In the end, they decided that the nuke was the final result. Only two of the towers were nuked, but they stood still. Soon, people adapted and accepted the incident. It gained many names across the world. Where I was, we called the 13th tragedy. Within the first year of the Tower's existence, two billion people died due to the disaster. But then, the towers that were a mystery and a misery in their existence over the three years the towers became a symbol. Then, when adaptation and advancement continued, a change happened. The towers opened. The AI art of the monsters will be posted on @GoLiL_2025 on Instagram, along with the AI art of the characters.

Journeying through the vast and perilous Primordial World, Xuantian is born as the first human created by Nuwa, the primordial ancestor of the human race. Upon awakening, he activates the mysterious Primordial Harmony System, binding the fate of the entire human clan to himself—their cultivation, insights, fortune, and destiny all become his to command. Yet, in this ancient era ruled by gods, demons, and celestial clans, humanity is weak, languishing at the bottom of the hierarchy. Branded as prey by the mighty demon race, their future is bleak. In the timeline ahead, demons will forge the Witch-Slaying Sword, unleashing catastrophe upon the human race and pushing them to the brink of extinction—the most tragic calamity in all of prehistory. But Xuantian dares to defy fate. He boldly leads the entire human race into the secluded safety of a blessed cave-heaven, withdrawing from the bloody struggles of the prehistoric world. For a moment, the world trembles. The mighty sages and great powers are all thrown into chaos: Taiqing Laozi: “With the human race in retreat, my path to sainthood has vanished!” Emperor Dijun & Taiyi: “Without the human race to forge the Witch-Slaying Sword, how can we defeat the witch clan?” Yuanshi & Tongtian: “If our elder brother fails to become a saint, how can we follow?” With the retreat of humanity, Nuwa seals herself within the Nuwa Palace, and the prehistoric era enters an age without saints. But when the human race once again emerges from the secluded lands, an overwhelming saintly pressure rises from the primeval realm, shaking the heavens and rewriting destiny itself… Greetings, I will be releasing 5-10 chapters per week, and will be increasing the release times more after the views and supports from the audience gets high. For 10-20 Early access of chapters, please visit the link: https://www.patreon.com/c/immortal9god Lastly do provide me with a coffee to support my work through the provided link: Ko-fi.com/immortal9god

Cookbook designer Bay Woods begins to notice strange things happening at his lake house. He could swear someone is visiting his gardens at night, leaving the wrought-iron gate open. And some of his clothes are missing, too. He soon realizes there might be a trespasser in the quiet neighborhood, and maybe something even more mysterious.<br><br>As summer stretches on, Bay notices an unusual number of fireflies every evening. One in particular seems to follow him around the property. Why exactly?<br><br>Then Bay learns his trespasser is the tall and handsome Christopher Lavre. Unsettling questions make him what Christopher’s link is to the fireflies at night. Or rather, one lightning bug in particular...

Time twisted. A forbidden potion burned down his throat. And from that moment on, Galad walked the path of a secret believer. But what lies at the end—divine grace or endless madness? Galad cannot answer. His only truth is blood. His only creed is killing. (Every 100 power stones = 10 bonus chapters)

In a humble village nestled amidst vast, rolling plains, a young and unassuming shepherd named Alex embarks on a journey that will change his destiny forever. As he tends to his sheep with unwavering dedication, little does he know that fate has grand plans in store for him. One fateful day, an ancient artifact is discovered on the outskirts of the village, foretelling the arrival of a chosen one destined to unite the fractured lands and lead an empire to greatness. The villagers soon realize that Alex possesses unique abilities, an unyielding determination, and an innate sense of justice that sets him apart. As whispers of his destiny spread like wildfire, a ruthless and power-hungry warlord, Lord Malric, catches wind of Alex's potential and becomes obsessed with preventing the prophecy from coming true. A relentless pursuit ensues, as Alex finds himself entangled in a perilous game of survival, facing treacherous foes and battling inner doubts. Guided by an ancient sage and aided by loyal friends he meets along the way, Alex must navigate through deadly traps, political intrigues, and epic battles, each trial pushing him closer to embracing his true destiny. Throughout his journey, he discovers the strength to inspire others and rally disparate communities, forming alliances and unearthing long-lost knowledge. In a climactic showdown, Alex faces Lord Malric's formidable forces, where courage, wit, and the power of unity are put to the ultimate test. As the dust settles, the once-simple shepherd emerges victorious, earning the respect of allies and adversaries alike. With the once-divided lands united under his benevolent rule, Alex becomes the Shepherd Emperor, a symbol of hope and prosperity. But the trials are far from over, and he must now confront the weight of leadership and the Chapter 9: "The Shepherd Emperor's Triumph" threat of those who covet his power. "Rise of the Shepherd Emperor" is an exhilarating tale of self-discovery, resilience, and the transformative power of destiny. It takes readers on a thrilling adventure through a world filled with danger, magic, and the timeless struggle between good and evil, culminating in the ascension of an unexpected hero to the pinnacle of an empire.

Three descendants. A chosen one . A price . A sacrifice. My Firefly. My HOTARU

"I spoke to the devil in the Forsaken Lands. He told me everything would be fine."

Bai Su, who transmigrated into a book set in the interstellar Beast World, has only one interest: making delicious food at the orphanage, raising children, and enjoying her hard-won new life. Future's great villains? The cubs are all super well-behaved in front of her! The Federation Leader comes to freeload a meal, and his disability is cured! The business emperor comes to freeload a meal, and his infertility is solved! The obese little female gets thinner the more she eats, gradually growing into the number one beauty of the Beast World. She also attracts the number one genius doctor of the interstellar era and the interstellar great captain. The villainous cubs, driving warships and controlling ten thousand beasts: "If you want to get close to our Mom, you'll have to withstand our cannon fire first!" The Federation Leader laughs in anger: "You dare to bomb my armory? Courting death!" The gloomy and bloodthirsty emperor: "A bunch of little trash! You think I'm afraid of you?" The doctor's face turns ashen: "Either give back my research results, or die!" The interstellar great captain dangerously shoulders a Barrett: "I see you're all dying to get locked up." Bai Su smiles and peeks her head out, holding a gleaming kitchen knife: "Time to eat! What are you all doing?" The big shots and the little villains, harmoniously putting their arms around each other's shoulders in a picture of fatherly love and filial piety: "Coming~~"

[Ding! The 'Randomly Spend' Tycoon System is at your service.] On her way to work, Yun Zijin was bound by a system named 'Randomly Spend'. [Spending Task Completed. A 2x rebate has been triggered. Ownership of Villa No. 1 at Xingyu Mansion. The related documents have been placed in the system backpack.] [Spending Task Completed. A 3x rebate has been triggered. Ownership of Dingsi Building. The related documents have been placed in the system backpack.] ... Yun Zijin was dazzled by the system's rewards, only to be told that her wealthy parents had found her? That she's the true daughter of the Xia Family of Dijing? Being bound to the Tycoon System was exciting for Yun Zijin, but she refused to be part of any cliché wealthy family drama. The Xia Family of Dijing? Yun Zijin: Get lost! Don't even think about associating with me!