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Of Flames and Gold

Of Flames and Gold

[My WSA 2024 Entry novel! Please vote] In a world where mythical beings have fallen into an "eternal slumber," a thriving underground market exploits the stolen essence of these dormant creatures. At its epicenter are dragons—majestic beings desired for their scales, organs, and prized eggs. The most coveted treasure of all is a dragon's name, a key that holds the power to control its very existence. Dragon Lord, guardian of a clutch of dormant eggs, lives in isolation atop a hill, surrounded by a forest that veils his castle. He bears the scars of past betrayals, having been deceived by those who feigned love to steal his treasures or claim his head as a bounty. Jaded and cold, he trusts no one, living a solitary existence. However, his solitude is shattered when a woman unwittingly stumbles into his life. Yara finds herself in Dragon Lord's treasured den amidst a battle between the dragon and thieves. In a twist of fate, she mistakenly bonds with the dormant eggs, breathing life into them. Reluctantly, Dragon Lord allows Yara into his world, and their journey unfolds amid the looming threat of underground organizations seeking to exploit the dragons for profit. As the eggs come to life, so does an unexpected connection between Dragon Lord and Yara. Despite his cold and jaded exterior, he finds himself unable to ignore her presence. Yara, too, cannot deny the pull she feels towards him, and emotions begin to burn beneath the surface. Together, they must navigate the challenges of waiting for the eggs to hatch, fend off those who seek to exploit the dragon and its offspring, and confront the secrets that Yara harbors—a revelation that could destroy everything. In this tale of flames and gold, two scarred souls in a world where trust is a rare and precious commodity must confront the ghosts of their pasts. They navigate the dangerous currents of love and deception, protecting unborn dragons from a world hungry for their magic. Will their bond withstand the trials ahead, or will the flames of betrayal engulf them in the end? A/N: It starts out SLOW, because I tend to get lost in the pages and be descriptive but once it gets to the action, it really picks up! Looking forward to growing with you all on this journey!!!
Fantasy
314 Chs
In The Flames Of The Fallen

In The Flames Of The Fallen

{Warning: Contains Mature Content} “Those who venture into the flames shall be consumed by its tongue—And they shall be called the Fallen.” One bloody night, Ember AshFall loses everything she never truly had. Born without magic, rejected by her coven and forsaken by her own family, she was always the outcast. But on that night of monstrosity, they were all plunged into the flames to burn to their deaths. And Ember did burn with them... until he pulled her from the fire. Khaos BlueBlood. Immortal. Cold-blooded Original Vampire. Battle-scarred god. He was nothing like the men from her cold, distant world. And when she rises from the ashes like a phoenix, he offers her a choice: stay a powerless witch… or risk everything and become something more. It was never truly a choice. In a deadly twist of fate, Ember assumes the identity of a dead princess—her doppelganger and heiress to the most powerful Human Clan. Thrust into a court of silk and knives, she becomes a pawn of the Queen Consort—a grieving mother who lost her real daughter, and now uses Ember in her place to enact cold-blooded vengeance. Yet amid the games of politics and power, Ember begins to feel something she's never known: twisted, complicated love. And from none other than the very mother who uses her… and perhaps, cherishes her too. Determined to protect her new life, Ember becomes the perfect daughter, the flawless princess. She learns to smile while wielding secrets, flawlessly playing the game of hearts and thrones among a royal family that wouldn’t hesitate to spill blood for power. Then he returns. Eight years later, Khaos BlueBlood is back to collect the price for saving her. A price so steep it unearths ancient truths and threatens everything she’s built. But what begins as a debt owed soon burns into something neither of them can afford—an attraction forged in fire, forbidden by duty, and dangerous enough to ruin them both. Torn between the queen who forged her and the vampire who saved her, Ember must navigate a world of fire and betrayal—where loyalty is born through pain, and love is just another form of control. Especially when the witch powers she never had begin to awaken—and they all lead back to him. One wears a stolen crown. One sharpens a stolen daughter. One hides a dagger behind every smile. And in a world where fire feeds the fallen, only the cruel will survive.
Fantasy
280 Chs
Fairy Yunxi's Despair and Despair
I recommend a few Xianxia novels. 'Fairy Doesn't Want to Talk to You' was written by Yun Ji. It was her new Xianxia novel after three books. The female protagonist, Bai Mengjin, was once a female devil. After her rebirth, she did not want to be a devil anymore. She wanted to be a fairy in the sanctimonious cultivation world. Her character image was very interesting, and there were all kinds of supporting characters with distinct personalities. The story was fast-paced and the writing style was good. It had already updated 180,000 + words and had a recommendation index of four stars. " The Splendid Immortal Path " was written by the enigmatic Yun. The female protagonist, Xuan Bingzhi, was originally a down-and-out servant girl. She seized the opportunity to embark on the path to immortality. It was a space-type story that upgraded to a storyline-type immortal cultivation story. Unfortunately, it was a cut-off story. " Xianke " was the work of Qiongzhu Qingquan. The female protagonist was a weak and useless girl with five spiritual roots. She carried the hatred of killing her mother and her father and set foot on the path of immortality. " A Female Immortal from Time Travel is Not to Be Trifled With " was written by the sect leader of Clear Wind Sect. The female lead, Yun Yao, was reborn as a baby. After encountering many dangers, she embarked on the invincible path of cultivation. Her character image was also very unique. There was also Yun Jianshui's fantasy romance novel, The Last Floating Spirit, which was worth reading. The novel " Sitting and Watching Immortals " is equally exciting. Everyone is welcome to click and read it!
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2026-04-18 23:21
A sentence of despair?
Was there no hope?
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2024-09-23 11:00
God of Despair
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2025-01-14 09:39
Behind the despair
There was hope hidden behind despair. In the book review of " Behind Despair Is Hope," the author, Cai Jun, mentioned that we are often influenced by our own thoughts and consciousness, leading us to despair. However, he urged us to look up at the sun outside the window, because hope is hidden behind despair. This view shows that we should keep a hopeful attitude even in desperate times. In addition, some other literature also mentioned that there might be some deep psychological mechanisms and coping strategies hidden behind despair. Therefore, despair was not the end, but a challenge that could be overcome.
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2025-01-16 03:06
Despair and Rebirth
The following are some recommendations for novels about the rebirth of despair after the apocalypse: This is an ancient novel that has not been reborn or transmigrated. It tells the story of a tough and intelligent female protagonist facing a crisis in the end of the world. 2. " The Royal Daughter's Youth " Author: Tea by the Creek: This is a sweet pet novel in the ancient language. The female protagonist shows a strong will and wisdom in the end of the world. Other novels related to the apocalypse and rebirth included " The Queen of Doomsday Rebirth,"" My Doomsday,"" The Great Profiteer of Doomsday," and so on. These novels covered different topics and plots, allowing readers to experience the challenges and changes brought about by the despair and rebirth of the apocalypse.
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2024-12-27 01:48
The Game of Despair
The Despair Game was a novel about the infinite universe. The main character was brought into the game and had to become stronger to survive. The plot involved the clash of intelligence, life and death decisions, and the struggle between people's hearts. It was very mind-blowing and exciting. In addition, there were also some novels that were similar to Despair Games, such as " Hidden in the Warhammer as a Dark Spirit,"" The Golden Army Besieged the City, and the Emperor of the Song Dynasty was a Woman,"" There Are No Trolls in Azeroth," and so on. These novels all had similar plots and ambiences, and could be used as substitutes for games of despair.
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2024-12-31 10:35
A journey of despair
He recommended a few novels. " Bright Sword: The Battle of Pingan, I Lead a Regiment to Help the Field " was a military war novel written by Lonely Jungle. Retired special forces soldier Xu Rui transmigrated to the world of Bright Sword. During the Battle of Pingan County, he led a regiment to help Li Yunlong besiege the Yamamoto Special Agent Team. It was very interesting. " The End of Infinity " was a sci-fi space-time travel novel. The space of evolution was filled with infinite possibilities, and the chosen one would find a new direction in the end. "A Game Journey from Zero" was a novel written by Ashhs. The main character Xuan was reborn infinitely, traveled through time, and had the ability to save and load files as he ventured in the game. There were also many supporting characters. The story was very exciting. " Difficult to Travel in the Other World " was a fantasy romance novel written by Wandering in the End of Summer. It involved transmigration and self-improvement elements. The main character, Feng Mushu, traveled a long distance from the Magical Beast Forest to the apartment on Earth, but she never regretted it. " It's a little difficult to wear this wish quickly." It was a science fiction space novel written by You 7. Although the author finished it in a hurry, it was well written. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
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2026-06-20 17:32
Life in Despair
I recommend " Doomsday Survival Master " by Taiping Steamed Bun. This was a great sci-fi doomsday crisis novel. The protagonist, Qin Mu, was reborn before the apocalypse. In his previous life, he was a low-level aptitude user. In this life, he had 30 years of experience. He didn't want to be the savior or the strongest. He just wanted to save his family and live well. The theme of this book was very novel. The rhythm was tight and exciting. It had the feeling of a horror novel and made people unable to stop. He had a huge worldview, and a character like Sword Saint Bai Zhixing was very outstanding. The protagonist had a good personality, decisive and rational. However, there was a big problem with this book-it was a eunuch. But even so, it was still worth a look. Don't miss it, readers of the book famine. The reviews for it were quite good. Some people felt that it had the potential to become a divine work, but unfortunately, the author had stopped writing for nearly half a year. Although it was a little naive and his sister was a little brainless, it did not affect the overall excitement. In short, those who were not afraid of eunuchs should go and take a look. It was really beautiful. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
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2026-06-18 02:42
Paintings of Despair
Many artists had created paintings that could convey despair. For example, the group painting Despair created by Edward Munch while he was detained in France, which was before his Scream, and Worry, which was also created with the background of the place and the color of the sky, were full of oppression and bloody feeling. Munch created two Despair paintings between 1892 and 1893. During his illness, Paul Klee created works that expressed despair. After he suffered from Skin Sclerosis, his body gradually deteriorated due to the lack of effective treatment due to the outdated medical technology at that time. Under such circumstances, he created works such as Death and Fire. "Death and Fire" seemed to be full of childlike fun, but in fact, there were hidden symbols of death, such as the word "Tod"(German "death"), which appeared twice in the painting. This painting expressed his unbearable despair of illness and death."Flowers on the Rock, the Sun" depicted the miserable state of flowers on the rock under the scorching sun. In "Prisoners", a weak person was bound by a black net in a gloomy dark blue background. In The Star that Teaches Us to Accept Fate, a huge star hung in the night sky and emitted a black light. The people on the ground were suppressed and submitted to the feet of fate. These works all reflected his despair when his body and mind were devastated.
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2026-03-12 20:56
A call in despair
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2026-03-12 13:28
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