social expectations

Fu Xin woke up and found herself as a mother on a reality show, where she had abused her biological son into depression, faced online boycott, and ultimately became a disgraced mother. However, Fu Xin remained unfazed because the plot had yet to begin. As long as she acted badly enough, she wouldn't be able to keep up with him. So, when the program started, while other mothers were getting up early, preparing delicious breakfast, coaxing their babies to wake up, and worrying about their temper tantrums, Fu Xin and her son had a different approach. The five-year-old little one would get up on his own, tidy himself up, and tirelessly try to wake his mom up! He would climb trees to get bird eggs, fish in the river, and dig snakes in the fields, leaving his dear mother worried. Fu Xin claimed that she only wanted to act badly, but her little one was so amazing that he became the "most desired baby by netizens of the year,". It was to the point that people even wanted to steal him by putting him in a sack. It was evident how popular her little one was. Naturally, Fu Xin gained attention as well. This made netizens bitter, and they started to make sarcastic comments. They claimed Fu Xin was a discarded woman from a wealthy family, and her rich husband never showed up. Unexpectedly, the next moment, the rumored CEO, known for not returning home and rarely appearing in public, sent out lawyer letters personally. Fu Xin: "What's going on? How come this wealthy husband, who never appeared in the original story, is joining the fray?" Jiang Yi: "Our son and I waited for you for a lifetime in our previous life. Finally, in this life, we have you back!" Fu Xin: "So, I transmigrated... into myself?!"

Meliza Lizondra had spent years on the run, hiding from a powerful man she had dared to cross all because of her first love. She blamed her foolish heart for the choices that had cost her everything: her family, friends, and the security of a normal life. Now, she lived in the shadows, moving from city to city, constantly looking over her shoulder, trapped in a relentless cycle of regret and survival. Ethan Almendraz was more than just the country's most eligible bachelor. He wasn't famous for his striking looks or sharp intellect alone; he was the formidable CEO of one of the nation's most powerful conglomerates. Ruthless in business and even more merciless when it came to matters of the heart, he had spent years hunting down the woman who had betrayed him. Iza. The only woman he had ever loved. The one who had shattered his heart and disappeared without a trace. He couldn't forgive her. He wouldn't. His only goal was to make her suffer, to make her realize exactly what she had lost. And when he found her, he would ensure she paid the price for her deception. But fate had other plans. When Meliza received an invitation to her best friend's wedding, she hesitated. The idea of stepping back into familiar territory, of surrounding herself with ghosts from a life she had abandoned, sent a shiver of fear down her spine. But loneliness was a cruel companion, and despite the risk, she longed for a taste of the past, if only for two days. She convinced herself she would be careful. She was wrong. Because Ethan was there too. The moment their eyes met for the first time after five years, the past came crashing down. For Meliza, it was like being thrust into a nightmare, the suffocating reminder of the man who had destroyed her, the one she had once loved so desperately. Hatred burned through her veins, but underneath it, buried beneath layers of pain and regret, was something far more dangerous. Something she refused to name. For Ethan, the sight of her was a spark to a fire that had never truly died. Years of fury and betrayal reignited in his chest, fueling the storm that had driven him to search for her all this time. He had waited too long for this moment. Now, she was within reach, and there would be no escape this time. She had once brought him to his knees. Now, it was his turn to make her beg. As their worlds collided once more, hatred and desire tangled in a dangerous game of vengeance and longing. Would they destroy each other, or would the fire consume them both again?

“Adam can’t talk to girls, he must like men,” “Adam still wears tighty-whities,” “Adam doesn’t like looking at porn,” crap like that. I knew their true reason for picking on me – I was just another geeky, socially awkward kid who had a tendency to talk in a way considered too ‘proper’ for middle school, and an inability to talk to girls. The ‘proper’ talk was how my parents raised me. The inability to talk to girls, well, that was just a gift from God. Adam's Story>>>>>

Maximus Drako is a 30 years old werewolf and also the Alpha of the most powerful pack in the world. He became Alpha from the age of 18. His blood is pure lycan and he is feared and respected from wolves and humans all over the world. He is very capable and powerful leader and the most probable candidate as the next King of the wolves. For years and years he was working in order to gain a nomination for the King's throne. He doesn't care about a mate that's why he didn't look for her all these years. When he establishes the King's position he will make Luna the most powerful she wolf of his pack. Adelina is a 22 year old werewolf, daughter of the Alpha of the Crescent Moon pack, a small pack in North America. She studies economics and is the most favorite child of her father's. What happens when Maximus Drako the most fearful Alpha finds out his mate in a routine visit in a some small pack? Will he accept her as his mate or is he going to reject her just because of her status?

Chu Fan, in his previous life, lived to become a wizard in our realm of existence. He was a huge introvert and xianxia fanatic. He was struck by lightning at his most pitiable hour of existence; with a heart filled with regret, he was given a chance to live again. His soul was sent to another realm, that of cultivators and limitless worlds. Looking at his hands and feet he noticed he was fat. "I've become the token fat guy of this Xianxia?" He knew this role too well. He was born into the world of his dreams not to become the hero, but the fat guy. He swore to change his destiny and the course of this story by his own means, even if it meant defying the heaven's will. Join him in his adventures as he struggles to try and become the hero of his dreams. -------------------------------------------------- I thank you on behalf of myself as the author of this series. It means a lot to me to have people willing to read my work. I hope you like my story and have fun reading, as I have fun telling this tale of the underdog. I will try and release between 3-5 chapters a week. With utmost gratitude to my readers, Strifelord Support me and my original content by donating to me on Ko-fi. https://ko-fi.com/strifelord

[Urban] [System, slice-of-life, Adventure, Genius] Official Synopsis: Zaid's world was one of comfortable, quiet order, bounded by the shelves of his bookstore, "The Quiet Nook." He understood the language of plots and prose far better than the unpredictable grammar of people. His life was peaceful, but it was also... small. That changed with the Social SIM Assistant—a sophisticated, invisible AI that integrated seamlessly into his perception. It wasn't a crutch; it was a co-pilot. It offered real-time social cues and optimal conversation paths, not to change who he was, but to help him become the most confident, comfortable version of himself. With the SIM's gentle nudges, Zaid began to navigate his world with a new, pragmatic ease. He curated the perfect book for a hesitant customer, transformed a tense supplier meeting into a collaborative discussion, and slowly, genuinely, wove himself into the fabric of his neighborhood. This is the story of a man and his AI, working in harmony to find profound joy in the simple, everyday moments of a life well-lived. It's a tale of quiet confidence, genuine friendships, and the subtle art of turning a small bookshop into the heart of a community. Author Synopsis: [A cozy, character-driven slice-of-life about a bookseller finding his confidence with the help of a reliable, ever-evolving AI companion. No unnecessary drama, just the quiet joy of a life well-lived and connections well-made] Zaid's world is one of quiet comfort, bounded by the shelves of his beloved bookstore, "The Quiet Nook." He understands the intricate plots of novels far better than the nuances of human conversation. Content with his solitude, he never felt he was missing out—until he acquired the Social Simulation Assistant. This sophisticated AI isn't a crutch; it's a co-pilot. It projects subtle, real-time social cues and gentle conversation prompts directly into his perception, helping him navigate the world not as a different person, but as a more confident version of himself. With his Assistant's reliable, pragmatic guidance, Zaid finds the perfect book for a hesitant customer, turns a tense supplier meeting into a mutually beneficial deal, and slowly, genuinely, begins to connect with his neighbors. From mastering the art of small talk at the local farmer's market to forging friendships based on shared interests, Zaid and his Assistant turn every day into a small, successful adventure. This is the story of a quiet man and his steadfast AI, working in harmony to find profound joy in the simple, everyday moments of a life well-lived. [On Hiatus]

When a heartbroken girl meets a cold-hearted stranger, mystery collides with expectations — and nothing remains the same.

A cold and homophobic top matched with a person he hated on a dating app, and discovered that the other was even more clingy than he thought!

When you wake up in a forest, not knowing why, you don't normally just think that now you don't have to go to school and proceed to hunt down a cave life, right? That's not supposed to be relatable, because this protagonist definitly has more than one screw loose. No real motivation, yet he wants to find one. Now outside his home, Aki doesn't really want to simply 'live' anymore. There's magic and a system, no reason not to become a badass mage-king and raise a harem. Though he is more of a romantic and lazy kind... ***** Also on royal road.

In her previous life, she took the wrong "white lotus" script, causing her to die a miserable death. Heaven has let her live again, so she shouldn't have to suffer the hardships of her past life once more! Feng Moxi sheds her weakness from her previous life. Making a new choice, she must fight! There are monsters! Kill them! There are scumbags! Eliminate them! With her meager strength, she picks up a Heavy Sword and forges a difficult path forward. Unexpectedly, that arrogant and reckless person who caused her no small amount of trouble along the way eventually becomes a comrade-in-arms to whom she can entrust her back, a companion for life. The sky fills with darkness, the Demon People emerge! The Heavenly Dao returns. One day, Feng Moxi is leisurely roasting beast meat by the river. Chaoyang, having just finished fighting a demon beast, sees the crumbs on her lips and immediately leans in. "Want some?" Chaoyang dazedly nodded his head. Suddenly, a piece of burnt beast meat is stuffed into his mouth. Chaoyang pulls Feng Moxi into his embrace, gently brushes the corner of her lips with his hand, and says, "You're mine!" Apocalypse + Cultivation + Doting Boyfriend