rhyolite and refusal

I woke up in my pajamas and realized this time I wasn't going to save the world. I had reincarnated back to before the apocalypse hit, before I was paraded as a Savior. But now I knew different, better even, that heroes experience nothing but pain and I've experienced enough pain for a life time. I was betrayed by the people I had sworn to protect, thousands of people rose up in revolt against me because they thought they could do better, be better if they had what I had. So in this life I say let them try. I wasn't about to go anywhere or do anything I didn't want to, Unfortunately for me the house I had chosen to stay at was occupied by the time I reclaimed it, and the fierce beauty within refuses to leave me alone.

The pack's healer, Elder Ronan, diagnosed me with Spiritual Exhaustion—a terminal illness. My life force would be gone within three months. I had one dying wish. To take one hundred memory photos with my mate, Kaelan, the Alpha of the Silver Moon Pack, to etch our story into the pack's history. But in the little time I had left, he denied my every request. His childhood friend, Seraphina, always seemed to have an emergency only he could handle. One moment, it was an attack from rogue wolves he had to repel. The next, it was Seraphina getting "accidentally" injured during training and needing his comfort. For ninety-seven days, I endured the excruciating pain of my very life force draining away. Even so, I never managed to get a single photo with him. With three days left on the clock, I begged him one last time. He refused. For her party. Dragging my weakened body, I stormed into the celebration. I found them on the stage, her clinging to his arm. "Everyone," she purred to the crowd. "I'd like you to meet my Alpha." "And my future mate."

In Neo Terra, power is inherited, worshipped, ranked, and weaponised. Runna was seven years old when an unstable Rift opened near her family. Mutagenic creatures poured through, killed her parents, and left her infected with mutagenic psychosis. She survived, but the infection remained inside her mind, whispering three poisonous lies: that powerful monsters deserve her sympathy, that closeness can change cruel people, and that her suffering gives her permission to become nothing but a victim. Runna refuses all three. Raised by her uncle’s family in the lower sectors, bullied, watched, and underestimated, Runna spends her life studying philosophy, medical literature, combat theory, and the hidden structure of the world. She learns to name her delusions before obeying them. She learns that pain is real, but pain is not command. She learns that cruelty may have a history, but it still has a choice. Across thousands of chapters, Runna, Vincent, Rain, and Asa pass through Trials, war zones, University politics, Blood clan hierarchies, Psy Realm horrors, and the buried sins of the Emperion gods. Every enemy reveals another layer of the same ancient lie: that suffering justifies domination. Runna’s power does not come from madness. It comes from resisting madness. Every delusion she defeats becomes a weapon. Every false hope she rejects becomes a strategy. Every attempt to make her kneel teaches her how the old system can be broken. Together with Rain and Asa, Runna moves from Trial survivor to system-breaker, from lower-sector orphan to revolutionary force, from infected girl to the one person capable of facing the Final Evil. The Final Evil is not merely a monster. It is the oldest excuse in existence. It is wounded power. It is holy victimhood. It is cruelty calling itself justice.

That day the world changed. Monsters appeared . Humans started disappearing and the world got sucked by void.

Every year, hundreds of soldiers march into the Veil— a perfect wall of darkness that devours sound, sight, and men. Commander Rhyne is one of the few who always returns. Her blades shine, her armor stays clean, and her warrior’s calm keeps the army standing when the monsters tear through their ranks. But even she cannot ignore the truth: every violite stone harvested from the beasts costs dozens of lives, and the capital demands more each day. Commander Syric, her equal in rank and opposite in temperament, carries those losses like ghosts. The Veil is killing his soldiers faster than he can bury them, and the silence after each campaign grows heavier. When a catastrophic mission leaves their forces shattered, Rhyne and Syric must confront a brutal reality: The Veil is changing. The beasts are evolving. And the capital is lying. In a war built on sacrifice, trust becomes a weapon—and the bond between the two commanders may be the only thing that keeps their world from collapsing into darkness. But the Veil hungers. And it is no longer content with soldiers.

Hemilia Gran is a student in Hevialia Academy, it's a magical academy where only supernatural people studies there. She is pursuing her dream to become the first female physician in Rosla. Prince Rhyker Danker, is an intelligent man who changed the country, he was the perfect human which every woman wants. Looks, intelligence, personality, everything that is perfect, he owned that. What will happens when she will meet the fourth Prince of Rosla? "Hemilia." He breathed out, his husky voice that hypnotized me everytime. "Prince Rhyker, you know well that we can't be together." I said sternly, the society and his entourage were judging us because he is the perfect man in Rosla while I'm just a student who is only going to be a physician. "Do you think I care about that?" He asked, he rubbed my moist lips with his finger, pushing his finger in my mouth. "Do you think I care about them?" He asked harshly, pushing his finger down on my throat. He slammed me against the wall and pushed another finger in my mouth. "I don't fucking care about them, I only care about you." He scowled and let go of my mouth, I gasped and tried to breathe but then he smashed his lips against me. Kissing me aggressively. He was the prince, he could take any beautiful woman he wants but instead, he marked me as his. WARNING: MATURE CONTENT AND CURSING WORDS.

Living with an anxiety disorder(Mind phobia) wasn't easy for Kim Jung Soo who was a CEO of a furniture company but every time he heard a certain sound of music, the CEO felt at ease and was determined to find the source of that music to cure his disorder. This went on until Kim Jung Soo meets Gil-O Soi who tend to be clumsy and annoying but born with talent of music and ability to feel a boy's fear but uncertain of who that boy could be.

--- **Synopsis:** In the bustling metropolis of Urbantia, where the pulse of hip-hop reverberates through the streets, emerges a young lyricist known as ShadowVerse. Renowned for his electrifying performances and unparalleled rhyme schemes, ShadowVerse commands attention with every word he spits. Yet, ShadowVerse is more than a rapper; he harbors a secret lineage steeped in ancient mysticism. Descended from a line of arcane poets, he discovers his words hold the power to shape reality itself. Embracing this newfound ability, ShadowVerse embarks on a journey of self-discovery and adventure, navigating the dual worlds of urban culture and mystical realms. Guided by mentors who understand the delicate balance between hip-hop and magic, ShadowVerse learns to harness his abilities while facing formidable challenges. From battling rival emcees in rap cyphers to unraveling the secrets of his ancestry, ShadowVerse must master both the art of rhyme and the art of magic to protect his city and uncover the truth about his heritage. As ShadowVerse's fame rises in the underground scene, so too does his reputation among the hidden circles of mystics and sorcerers. With each verse he crafts, he uncovers more about his lineage and the ancient prophecies that foretell of a chosen one who will unite the realms of hip-hop and magic. But as dark forces gather, drawn by envy and a thirst for power, ShadowVerse faces his greatest challenge yet—balancing his responsibilities as a guardian and a performer, all while staying true to himself and his unique blend of urban swagger and mystical prowess. "RhymeFlow" is a tale of rhythm and resonance, of magic and mastery, where the power of words transcends realms and transforms destinies. Join ShadowVerse on an unforgettable journey through the streets of Urbantia and beyond, where every rhyme is a spell waiting to be cast, and every beat is a heartbeat of adventure.

[Irresistible MC + Farming & Entrepreneurship + Strong Female Lead + Cute Baby + Love Rivalry + Farming System + Male Competition] Deng Yuyuan wakes up to find she has transmigrated into a period novel about a "pampered group darling" — as the biological mother of the vicious female villain. The female villain has a biased grandmother, a mooching uncle and his family, a blindly filial father, and a spineless mother. She was a small-time thief as a child. As an adult, she committed every kind of evil — constantly framing the female lead — and ultimately met a miserable end. The female lead is the only daughter in another family, doted on by her older brothers. The villain targeted her out of pure jealousy. And now, Deng Yuyuan has become that villain's cowardly mother — and the villain herself is currently just an ugly, wrinkly-faced infant. The blindly filial father loves his wife, but gives all the good things to his own mother. He says to his starving wife and daughter: "Xiao Yuan, come drink some water. I specially heated it for you." Deng Yuyuan looks at her own bony frame and her tiny child — and decides to get a divorce. Goodbye, useless husband. She's going to raise this little cub with an abundance of money and love. No way she'll go astray this time. Lost one husband, gained a crowd of suitors. A beautiful sent-down youth coveted by many — she knows some self-defense and burns the midnight oil studying. With the reinstatement of the college entrance exams, she takes her child toward a much wider world. Riding the wave of the times, Deng Yuyuan works her way up to become a gaming tycoon and a cutting-edge scientist... Except — why are so many men fighting to be her cub's stepfather?

【Career-oriented female protagonist + Love-struck male lead + Entertainment industry + Variety show + Satisfying sweetness】 Renee Morgan, a newcomer in the entertainment industry, learns of her predetermined fate as a minor female supporting character in a dream. She is the queen of minor roles, the resilient type, blazing with fighting spirit, illuminating many female stars. Renee Morgan: "...To hell with being a minor character. Anyone who dares use me as a stepping stone, I'll make sure they fall flat." Wendy Aldridge, also a newcomer in the entertainment industry, wants to use her as a control group. Renee Morgan: Ok~ Half a month later, Wendy Aldridge, who was supposed to become famous as part of the control group, ends up being cyber-bullied and is urged to leave the industry? Renee Morgan, who was supposed to be cyber-bullied out of the industry, becomes an overnight sensation and a top-star. The rival company's leading actress, backed by influential figures in the entertainment circle, snatches the main female role, leaving only the role of the female third lead for her. Renee Morgan: Ok~ Four months later, this drama explodes in popularity, all supporting roles become famous, and the female third lead role becomes a classic. The biggest stars, male and female leads, are left with no buzz? ... Later, Renee Morgan finally achieves her dream, winning the Best Actress Award with her acting skills, and announces her relationship on the day she receives the award—she is in love. He's just a regular person. One day, Morgan all over the country sees familiar figures appearing in the news and rushes online to share: Is this the Best Actress's ordinary boyfriend?