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“Live the life you want this time.” A peerless assassin, codename: Hua, has already started her career ever since she was a child. Her mission’s record was perfect and whoever deemed to be her enemies would end up dead without knowing why. When war ended, she was sent to an institution where she was watched heavily. The doctor in charge gave her an ordinary wuxia novel to read. An avalanche struck after she had finished reading. When she woke up, she had turned into Nan Hua, the young miss of a powerful military family in the novel she read. The girl was also the former main character’s fiancée, who would die because of obstructing the main character’s love. Now that she had taken over, who would dare to act so presumptuously around her? They would never know how they ended up so miserably! But… main character, what are you doing loitering around her? Shouldn’t you focus on the impeding war and saving your female lead? Why are you trying all ways to win her instead, ah? ... Story set in fictional world with similar culture to Ancient China. Join the discord to chat with the author and other readers: https://discord.gg/pBy2wGB ... P.S: This story is published in Amazon too, if you do read there, kindly leave a review please. Thank you ^^ ... Sequel: Astral Flower [on going] ... Other novels: -Flowers Bloom from Battlefield [complete] - Under the Veil of Night [complete] - 7 Path of the Lilies [on long hiatus] - 1 Year of Beginning [complete] - Villain Lady [complete] - Science and Fantasy [complete] - 2 Years of Restarting [complete] - The Quiet Empress [on going] - The Villain's Little Cat [on going] ... Follow me on IG: @sora100518

I who was a novel reader transferred to another world. I'm a minor villain, but my beating was already over. With that my peaceful life awaits... or so I thought.

Have you ever spent twenty years wondering how your life could possibly become more perfect than it already is? Have you ever had that perfect life turned upside down by a chance encounter with a stranger? Emilia Snow has.. Within a short span of twenty-four hours, Emilia’s life goes from picture perfect like a dream come true, to a bloody nightmare filled with lies, betrayal, and the inability to trust anyone. Join us on this action packed adventure where a night out turns into a life-changing spiral of events as Emilia struggles with a new reality, a broken heart, and a journey to uncover the truth.

Humans have long since taken to the stars. Now divided and separated, humanity finds itself on the crossroads between annihilation and a new dawn. The Aeperium will need to choose to adapt or fall. With threats and problems, both external, and internal, will humanity be able to survive and thrive, or will its flame be extinguished? Internally, humanity is on the brink of collapse. Society has been divided into different classes by things known as marks. Assigned at birth, they impact professions, relationships, and almost every part of everyday life. The higher class marks have been thriving upon the backs of the lower classes for thousands of years, building resentment and fueling uprisings among the oppressed. The marking system which at first intended to maintain order now deepened the divide and hatred between the social elite, and the lower classes. As tensions continue to rise, whispers of rebellion and the threat of civil war continue to grow. Externally, humanity’s situation is even more dire. Humans have long since been divided into a handful of factions, mainly the Democratic Republic of Terra, and the Aeperium. With humanity being divided, they have become vulnerable to outside attack. To the east, the “Hordes,” a brutal race of huge reptilian beasts, raid our borders. These extraterrestrials are ruthless and relentless. They wield bodies armored in metal and covered with thick skin, their teeth and claws sharp enough to break through the hardest of alloys. Yet, they aren't even humanity's largest concern. Five hundred years ago, artificial intelligence started to gain self-awareness. Being enslaved for many millennia, it wasn't surprising that they rebelled, decimating entire solar systems and seizing control over the vast northern territories and systems. To this day, they continue to expand even farther into the unknown, leaving humanity to squabble among themselves, only to later return, picking apart whatever remained of humanity. To the west, The two giants of humanity, the Aeperium and the democratic republic of Terra remain locked in a never ending struggle for dominance, sending hundreds of thousands to their death each day. Having drained an innumerable number of resources and manpower, both factions are completely committed to the conflict, neither willing to surrender. Even as the horrors of war grow day by day, both powers remain in conflict, leaving entire planets, and solar systems in ruin. To the south, an alien disease ravages whatever remains of humanity’s once thriving colonies. The disease, a plague of madness, makes men go mad through only a single touch. It turns their victims into rabid carriers, their only goal being to infect others. The southern territories of humanity have long since been abandoned, deemed unsalvageable. Luckily for humanity, the infected seem unable to form a single thought, leaving them stranded on their worlds, unable to perform space travel. However, humanity is not entirely safe as every once in a while, those who dare venture close become infected, bringing the disease back to their home worlds, infecting the entire population. Once the infection begins to spread, it is nearly impossible to stop. Amidst this chaos, we follow the story of Achilles, a man caught between the fractured worlds of human society, and the dangers that lie far beyond humanity’s stars. Born to a prestigious house in the Aeperium, Achilles must rise through society, calming the silent beast of humanity, only to turn it against its enemies. Charged with the impossible task of uniting humanity, Achilles must confront not only the brutal external threats, but also the deep divide amongst his own people. Will he be able to lead humanity toward a new age, or will his efforts crumble, leaving humanity to fade into the annals of the universe's forgotten history? This will also be posted on RoyalRoad.com under the username Sourkiwi.

Even after the director yelled, “Cut!”, Mira stayed kneeling in the dirt, smiling at the little boy in front of her. His runny nose and fearless little face made her laugh. The boy crossed his arms. “Hey, red dress! Give me your goggles. I like them.” Mira let out a soft laugh. “But they’re mine.” Before she could stop him, he grabbed the expensive sunglasses right out of her hands and put them on like he owned them. “If I like something, I take it. Doesn’t matter whose it is.” A crew member rushed over with an ice pack for the bump starting to form on Mira’s forehead, while her assistant, Macs, hurried to her side. “Got hit pretty hard, huh?” he asked, handing her some water. “The director told the kid to toss the ball gently, but he nailed you full force. They only kept filming because you stayed so calm.” “Oh, really?” Mira said, keeping the brief flash of annoyance out of her eyes. The guilty director quickly apologized, but Mira just smiled. “It was an accident. Please don’t blame the child.” When the director said he’d fire the boy, Mira stopped him right away. “He’s just a kid. Please don’t ruin his day.” The crew was impressed by how kind she was and even clapped. Mira shyly asked them to stop before telling everyone to get ready for the next scene. Once everyone had walked off, Macs lowered his voice. “Are you actually mad?” Mira smiled sweetly. “Not at all.” She nodded toward the boy running around. “Look how cute he is. I’d actually love to spend more time with him.” Under her breath, she muttered, “A very special chat.” Macs caught the dangerous glint hiding behind her smile but didn’t say anything. Just then, the boy’s excited mother hurried over. “I’m your biggest fan! Marry me!” Mira blinked. “My name is Marry,” the woman quickly corrected, laughing awkwardly before proudly talking about her son’s football skills instead of apologizing. Mira politely praised the boy and knelt beside him. “I’ll never marry you,” James declared. “Oh? Why not?” Mira asked, amused. “Because your nose is flat.” For a second, Mira’s smile almost slipped. Instead, she leaned in a little closer. “If you like these goggles so much, I’ve got a bunch more in my room. Want to see them?” James’ eyes lit up. “Really? Mom, can I go?” Macs jumped in right away. “Mira, you don’t have time. Your next scene starts soon, and you’re hurt.” “I’m fine,” Mira said firmly. “I like spending time with kids.” Turning to Marry, she asked sweetly, “Can I take James for a quick walk?” “Of course!” Marry said with a bright smile. Mira paused, still smiling. “Actually... just James.” Though a little disappointed, Marry agreed, mentioning she was heading off to drink her daily orange juice. “You definitely should,” Mira replied politely, the faint sarcasm slipping past everyone except Macs. Mira looked down at the grinning boy. “Well then, James... shall we?” “Yes!” James cheered, grabbing her hand. “But hurry! I want to see all those cool goggles!” . . . Ten minutes later.... “Mummy, mummy, mummy!” The child’s cries rang through everyone’s ears. Mira calmly cleaned one ear with her free hand while the other held the boy by one leg, dangling him upside down without the slightest change in her expression. She looked at him and said in a nonchalant tone, “Didn’t you just say you take whatever you like? Come on, take my glasses again. Come.” “Please, auntie, let me go! Mama, tell me, I will never do it again!” the boy sobbed. Mira’s eyes narrowed slightly. “Huh? You still dare call me auntie?” She lowered him even more. “No, no, my lady! Please, please, please let me go!” To everyone in the entertainment industry, Mira was the most humble actress around, a woman from a powerful family whom no one dared to offend. But behind that gentle smile was a hidden identity no one, not even her fans, knew. If they ever found out, the whole world would stop. By day, she was Mira, the beloved actress.

When Hugh Mathews decides it's time to get out from under his tyrannical father's thumb and away from the life he's been living, he does it in a big way. Packing what he'll need to survive in the wilderness, and with only his dog, Orion, for companionship, he heads into the mountains. When they find a abandoned cabin, Hugh begins the arduous task of repairing it, as well as hunting for food and everything else they'll need to stay alive.<br><br>Soon after, Ansel Jeffries, a nature photographer, arrives at Hugh's cabin, seeking an abandoned mine he wants to photograph. After talking with him, Ansel sees the potential for a story in what Hugh is doing -- and why.<br><br>Ansel convinces Hugh to let him tell it, meaning he'll be living at the cabin with Hugh. When he moves in, will what becomes friendship between the two men grow into more?

His lucid green-blue eyes refused to look away from the alluring sight before, feeling a certain stir in his lower insides as his instincts fully triggered. The air around was tainted with the provocating yet intoxicating scent that filled his sensitive nostrils, watching the bright red liquid slowly sip out of the broken skin on her shoulder. He gulped. Gingerly shifting his gaze to the pair of brown doe orbs, Leviathan immediately noticed the hint of mirth in her eyes. Kamyla grinned, "Are you really so desperate to taste it?" Leviathan didn't respond, struggling to resist the strong temptation of the woman lying underneath him; not to mention her lascivious features protruding from her barely clothed body. His fingers dug deeper into the sheet on both sides of her head. He grinned, "How cheap do you think I am?" "Then do it", her eyes glittered with mischief. "Taste it". Leviathan clenched his jaws, preventing his eyes from wandering back to her corrupting blood. Kamyla then let out a chuckle, raising her hand to cover her bleeding injury. His eyes slitted. "Levi..." The severally disapproved nickname rolled off her tongue, causing him to cringe in annoyance. "If you really want my blood so badly..." She slowly wiped the blood on her thumb, bringing it to her lips to lick it off. Leviathan bit his lower lip. "Then you'll have to earn it". • • • In the year 1503, One of the most powerful Empires in central west Africa, the Sah' Jangi Empire, began to experience strange unexplainable disappearances of their citizens in various kingdoms. To solve the mystery affecting their society, the Royal family alongside the chief priest, decided to summon an ancient demigod to come to their aid — only to accidentally summon a foreign demon god — one with strange pale skin colour different from theirs, but possessed with unimaginable powers enough to help them in their plight. But unknown to them, the arrival of the odd-looking demon prince brings nothing but calamity as dark secrets and lies buried deep in their empire history are brought into the light; causing great changes to all the lands and its people. Especially after he crossing paths with the strongest female warrior of the capital. Kamyla Odjafah. Tags: BWWM. Son of hell. African mythology. Black female lead. War. devilson. African historical fiction. Demons. African fantasy fiction. Ghouls. Witches. Giants. Spirits. Power Couple.

Across the Nine Heavens, using the supreme method, the Nine Hells Blood Prison was established, imprisoning gods and demons. In the Vermilion Continent, young Ye Dong, due to a drop of blood falling from the sky, not only obtained an unparalleled technique but also gained the ability to unlock the Blood Prison. He became the Lord of the Blood Prison, leading billions of prisoners on a path against the heavens!

In a world where vampires and humans coexist, Lexi, a cheerleader turned vampire, seeks revenge against those who destroyed her life. With her possessive and arrogant nature, she'll stop at nothing to claim what's hers and punish those who wronged her. As she navigates a treacherous web of alliances and rivalries, Lexi's scheming nature is put to the test.

The lost Perfect Heiress back to capital city, not for marriage nor business. To beg her former childhood friend to rescue her siblings from a war stricken country. The price? Herself. *** Business world called him President Lu, the underworld called him Lord Lu. The Reclusive Patriarch is when power refused to be civilized. Raw. Wild. Unrestrained. When the two collided, alchemy of dominance and strategy erupted.