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(Formerly named Memento-Mori) This story centers on an impending, catastrophic three-realm war involving Earth (Terrarealm), the demon-led Infernalrealm, and the monstrous Sinister Province. The conflict is catalyzed by Grand Emperor Slax Archon, an authoritarian conqueror determined to violently assimilate all dimensions into his own. To survive, a hidden society of altruistic unified warriors called The Lotus River must secretly gather resources to protect an oblivious human population from annihilation.

In Liam's life on Earth, he gave everything he had for the world's peace and ended up dying in vain, unable to save his wife from an unknown dark syndicate. A hero is somebody who is selfless and generous in spirit. But is that the life you would live again if it took everything away from you? After waking up in a strange world, Liam Kai Smith had sworn an oath to do everything for himself. [Welcome to the Tyrants' Mighty Tower!] Mighty Tower, the Tower of the Tyrants, a tower in a place in the center of the multiverse called Nullvard where several universes and dimensions intersect. Full of deep regrets and guilt, Liam was determined to evoke his supremacy in the tower as an anti-hero. Join us and follow Liam as he utilized his top-notch detective skills to climb the Tyrants' Mighty Tower! Disclaimer: The cover isn't my artwork. All genres: Transmigration, System, Cultivation, Martial Arts, Isekai, Game-Elements, World-Building, Romance, Ruthless-MC, Clever MC, Action, Adventure, Weak-to-strong, Mystery, Kingdom-Building.

Jerry Bennett doesn't consider himself an "old fogey." At 43, he's still a swinging bachelor, spending his weekends with whoever catches his fancy, male or female. He's still sexy and he knows it.<br><br>But when his company switches from Windows-based computers to MacBooks, Jerry feels outdated. Refusing to conform, he continues to use his laptop, until a porn video he viewed on it infects the PC with a virus, and he has to call the IT department for help.<br><br>The guy who comes to his rescue is a young hipster named Quin who threatens to turn Jerry in for the porn video ... unless they can come to some sort of mutual arrangement that will benefit them both.<br><br>But their evening together ignites more than mere lust in Jerry. Is he just another conquest for the mysterious Quin? Or is there something Jerry's young coworker isn't telling him?

Acquiring actual skills, interests and ideals... Is a hard task! How can you make sure, that everything you do is not an absolute waste of time, leading to less than nothing? Therefore, the main character of the story, the man affectionally called 'Nista' a name that, essentially, has no meaning, and "No meaning" is not the meaning of it either, obligates himself to nothing, aside from Visual novels! Reveling in his unemployed and severely uneducated life-style, refusing to go outside due to its dangers, the comfort of his life is challenged: unless poor Nista finds an actual job, his parents are going to stop sending him all the needed funds to slack away! So, o great' hero Nista... Can you depart on an adventure so dangerous, to seize the roots of a profession!?

Ryven Strathor thought he was just another struggling college student until he inherited a mysterious sword from his grandfather's estate. The moment he touched the ancient blade, everything changed—dormant memories awakened, revealing a hidden bloodline(that also makes him lustful) and an incredible gift that defied explanation. While others spend years mastering basic cultivation techniques, Ryven comprehends advanced laws and sword arts in mere days. His unprecedented comprehension talent allows him to see through mysteries that baffle even seasoned masters, making him a rising force in a world where ancient cultivation practices secretly thrive alongside modern technology. Armed with his inheritance sword and guided by his extraordinary abilities, Ryven must navigate hidden cultivation sects, underground tournaments, and dangerous enemies who will stop at nothing to claim his power. In a world where understanding equals strength, his talent might just make him unstoppable. From ordinary student to sword master—some gifts are worth more than you could ever imagine.

Y/N L/n is an ordinary high school student at Asahiyama High, living a relatively quiet life alongside his only friend, Fuutarou Uesugi. Known for his reserved nature, Y/N prefers to stay out of the spotlight, focusing on his studies and personal interests. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he and Fuutarou are offered a tutoring job that could help them financially. Their task? To tutor five beautiful yet academically struggling sisters-the Nakano quintuplets. At first, Y/N sees the job as nothing more than a means to an end, but as he spends more time with the sisters, he begins to realize that each of them carries their own burdens, struggles, and dreams. Through laughter, conflicts, and heartfelt moments, Y/N finds himself slowly drawn into their world, challenging his once-solitary nature. As the quintuplets resist their tutoring, friendships form, bonds deepen, and emotions grow complicated. What started as a simple job soon becomes a life-changing experience, not just for the Nakano sisters, but for Y/N and Fuutarou as well. Little do they know, this fateful encounter will shape their futures in ways they never imagined. None of the characters in here belongs to me, except maybe the main Character and some of the new characters that I'll introduce in future chapters.

El 1 de diciembre de 2022 el jurado del Concurso Nacional de Cuento "Hubert Lanssiers 2022", compuesto por los escritores Miluska Benavides, Leslie Guevara, Alejandro Neyra, Gustavo Rodríguez y Miguel Ruíz Effio, se reunió para elegir a los ganadores y menciones honrosas de dicho concurso. Se recibieron 151 relatos a nivel nacional, y se contó con un comité lector integrado por 80 voluntarios designados por Machucabotons Escuela de Escritura, para la lectura y preelección. Hecha la apertura de los sobres, la relación de ganadores quedó establecida de esta forma: Primer premio "Camel - Pulp" por Ostracista Seudónimo de EDWIN WALTER TOVAR CHUMPITAZ Segundo premio "Los cobardes no van al cielo" por Aaron Champi Seudónimo de EDWIN WALTER TOVAR CHUMPITAZ Se hace notar que es la primera vez en la historia del concurso que un participante recibe en simultáneo el primer y segundo premio. El jurado interpreta este hecho como un testimonio de talento literario y felicita el autor.

When the balance of the Chaos Verse begins to fracture, an exiled boy named Hale Wren finds himself caught between gods, monsters, and his own unraveling mind. Across a realm built from light and shadow, Hale must uncover the truth of what it means to exist — and what must be sacrificed to keep that existence from collapsing. But in a world where every choice reshapes reality, even the smallest spark of Chaos can ignite the end of everything.

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.

Reborn alongside her son, Chen Xiaobao, Chen Momo learns from the mistakes of her past life and starts a frantic hoarding spree. To survive, the mother-and-son duo each put their skills to use in the apocalypse. The lively little Chen Xiaobao quickly wins everyone's heart, and Chen Momo finds love of her own in the apocalypse too...