fires of tragedies

Raised together as brothers, Ethan and Luca have shared an unbreakable bond since childhood. Though not related by blood, they grew up in the same home after Ethan was adopted by Luca’s family. Over the years, what started as innocent companionship evolved into something more intense, something forbidden. Ethan, the calm and composed older brother, has always felt a deep connection with Luca. But Luca, fiery and impulsive, struggles with the confusing emotions that surface whenever he’s near Ethan. They fight their desires, knowing that society would never accept their relationship, and fear the consequences of crossing the line. As they grow older, the tension between them becomes unbearable. One night, a chance encounter changes everything. The physical pull they’ve been resisting ignites into a passionate affair that neither can stop. But with their family and society’s expectations hanging over them, Ethan and Luca must face the consequences of their love. Will their bond survive the heat of desire, or will it be consumed by the flames of taboo love?

Power is a parasite. Godhood is a performance. The price of entry is blood and bone. In the smog-choked city of Oakhaven, magic is not a gift; it is a violently grafted infection. To wield power, one must physically carve open their own flesh and embed a Vestige—the jagged, corrupted shard of a dead god—directly into their anatomy. It grants horrifying abilities, but the ironclad law of biology remains: graft one shard, and you become a Transcendent. Graft more than one, and your body violently rewrites itself into a mindless, butchering monster. Silas Ashenblood was an experiment designed to fail... Silas is not a hero; he is a predator operating behind dead, hollow eyes. Protected by a trauma-fueled magic known as the Palace of Ash and Blood, he views human emotion as a mathematical flaw and morality as a liability. Operating as a flawless, psychopathic double-agent, Silas infiltrates the Spire’s elite Zero Division. He doesn't just want to survive the brutal hierarchy of Oakhaven—he wants to own it. Silas intends to systematically dismantle the Spire, butcher the Cult of the Weeping Sun, and seize absolute control of the ether. He will burn the entire city to the ground if it ensures he is never a piece on someone else’s chessboard again. But his perfect masquerade hits a terrifying wall when he is placed under the command of Lysender "Lye" Van Graves—a white-haired, aristocratic genius and absolute madman who sees through every lie Silas tells. To survive a Captain who views him as a fascinating laboratory rat, Silas must master the forbidden, universe-bending geometry of Runes, hiding his monstrous dual-nature in plain sight. As Silas plunges deeper into the Spire’s secrets, his ruthless hunt for the Cult’s smuggled artifacts puts him on a direct collision course with ..... Silas must outwit the terrifying intellect of his own Captain, navigate the blood-soaked ranks of the Weeping Sun, and breach the gilded cage of the High Districts before the ..... In a world where humanity is a disease and magic is a mutilation, Silas must decide exactly how many lives he is willing to sacrifice to ascend to the throne of a ruined world..... (Warning: This story contains graphic violence, psychological horror, and character death)

Emma Greyson has always felt out of place in her coastal town, drawn to the ocean’s mysteries and her passion for art. But when she discovers a magical seashell with a strange, pulsing energy, her world shifts in unimaginable ways. She’s thrust into a hidden realm of ancient prophecies, shadowy creatures, and mystical guardians who claim she’s destined for greatness. Guided by Jake, a charming guardian with a deep connection to the magical world, and Leo, a passionate artist whose talents seem almost otherworldly, Emma finds herself torn between two worlds—and two hearts. As she struggles to harness the powers of the seashell, Emma must uncover the secrets of her family’s legacy while navigating the growing bond between her and Jake, and the allure of Leo’s fiery spirit. But darkness looms on the horizon, with an ancient sorceress determined to engulf both realms in shadows. With the Festival of the Sea approaching and time running out, Emma must choose: embrace her destiny as an artist of light or lose everything she’s come to love. Can Emma wield the fires of desire to save her world? Or will the shadows consume it all?

After awakening his powers late and inadvertently causing death and destruction, Jack must navigate a perilous path where survival demands embracing the darkest corners of his soul. As the Guild closes in and shadows grow long, will Jack’s ruthless determination and newfound abilities be enough to secure his survival, no matter the cost?

Stories

Weak, powerless and pathetic. If anyone asked about Amon Ignis, this was all they would hear. Along with the occasional "his mom's kinda hot too." His mother, Lyssa Ignis, was the best on the Japan National Team. Everyone expected him to follow in her footsteps. And yet, he didn't. This is his adventure. And what an adventure it'll be. Did I also forget that he has magic.

Abiri Arlo was never meant to wear a crown. She was a soldier-loyal, fearless, and willing to give everything for her empire. But when betrayal ignites a war that threatens to tear the kingdom apart, duty is no longer enough to keep the people she loves safe. As enemies close in and secrets buried for generations come to light, Abiri is forced to make impossible choices. Every victory demands a sacrifice. Every step toward peace pulls her further from the woman she once was. By the time history remembers her, she will no longer be the loyal warrior who fought for her people. She will be the empire's most feared empress. Tragedies Lost in Time is an epic fantasy filled with war, political intrigue, slow-burn romance, betrayal, and heartbreaking sacrifices, where the greatest battle is not for a throne-but for the soul of the one destined to claim it. #royalty #tragedy #slightbl #palaceintrigue #conspiracy #misunderstoodfemalelead #strongfemalelead #mystery #sad #spy #princess #queen #madqueen #betrayal

"Let's just stop." She was adamant of what she said, she wasn't sure about everything, but one thing's for sure, she wanted to end everything. "Why?" He asked with his eyes full of sincerity— sincerity of pain. "This is just a game needed to be played," she answered. Having to live a life of riots and vehemence, she wasn't the kind who gets bothered with violence. She's not the one who gets soft, but what if she finds herself stuck with someone as powerful as her? Does she really know what's coming for her? What happens when they collide? Will it be a good thing or a bad one? Will it be their strength or their downfall? Who will be the protagonist or the victim between the two of them? Or will the both of them be considered as the antagonist of their own story of misery? But one thing's for sure... One burns. One falls.

Princess Amiya of Selune is bound by royal duty, her life dictated by the cold expectations of her people. A future queen, she is expected to uphold her family’s legacy and lead her kingdom into an uncertain future. But Amiya has no interest in the throne. She longs for freedom, for escape from the gilded cage of palace walls and the suffocating rules of her bloodline. Sylas, a roguish thief with a dangerous reputation, enters the royal palace with one goal: to steal a priceless pendant that could change the course of his life. What should have been a simple heist turns into a tangled web of deceit when he crosses paths with the fiery princess, who is unwilling to let him get away. The stakes grow higher, and in a world full of secrets and betrayals, both must face the consequences of their actions. When an unexpected threat forces them together, Amiya and Sylas are bound by circumstance, their fates entwined whether they like it or not. Forced to cooperate in a deadly game of cat and mouse, they must learn to navigate their differences, facing both external enemies and their own growing conflict. With tensions running high and trust in short supply, they quickly realize that the line between enemy and ally is razor-thin—and sometimes, even the greatest adversaries can become the most unexpected allies. In a world where power and betrayal go hand in hand, survival means forging uneasy alliances, but the flames of animosity are difficult to extinguish, and sparks of passion begin to burn in their midst. Can they escape the forces that threaten them both, or will their differences consume them entirely?

~Ding! System Summoning Ritual is Completed….” “~You Have Summoned The [DAO System Online] Based On Your Deep Personality” —— ‘Hahaha, finally. Finally I received the golden finger. Now the sleeping monarch's time has come.’