memoirs of a beatnik

It was a useless ability, right till the very end. That’s what Shion thought as he was dying. Among all the trash, it was the trashiest that could only record. 
Even when the Libra family was taking his life, his ability, ‘Notepad’, could only record. 
But then, with his return, the amplification of the Notepad occurred. Not only recording and storing, but also recalling memories. 
All the conditions were prepared.
“My future dream is to be a Knight of Libra.”
Now, Shion is about to record their downfall from the closest place to his enemies. 
[Memoirs of the Returnee] . . [This novel does not belong to me; all rights belong to its author. I merely upload it, and translation credits go to: Serenetranslations] [This novel is by the same author as "The Novel's Extra" and "The Villain Wants to Live."]

The notorious villain Xiao Fan faces betrayal by his seven disciples, each with their own vengeful reasons. The eldest accuses him of patricide, the second of slaughtering her village to covet her divine physique. Despite their accusations, Xiao Fan remains calm, willing to bear all sins for the sake of his disciples' well-being. The youngest disciple, in a final act of contempt, uses the powerful Haotian Mirror to expose Xiao Fan's memories. To their horror, the truth is revealed: Xiao Fan has silently borne their burdens, protecting them at all costs. The disciples, realizing his sacrifices, are overwhelmed with tears. The seemingly peaceful years were merely Xiao Fan's relentless struggle behind the scenes. Discover the poignant and thrilling tale of sacrifice, betrayal, and the hidden depths of a master's love in "Memoirs of the Demon Emperor."

Chu Yang, thrust into a fantastical world, rose to become a Supreme Emperor, only to be besieged by the destiny's chosen one and the Empresses of the heavens. In his moment of crisis, Chu Yang awakened a unique system that allowed him to expose his past memories. As a child, he struggled to survive while caring for his younger sister, Chu Yin'nan. To save her, he dug out his own Supreme Bone and gave it to her, desiring nothing but her happiness and safety. During his youth, he carved a path through adversity with unparalleled swordsmanship, earning respect through his sword. However, for the sake of his brother, he severed an arm and shattered his sword heart, declaring, "I trade my limb for my brother's; I shall no longer wield the sword." In his lowest moments, he encountered a similarly unfortunate Nine-Tailed Fox. They became each other's solace and salvation. But when she died, Chu Yang slaughtered the demon tribe in a bloody rampage, sacrificing his own Dao Fruit to pull her back from the river of time: "I grant you a lifetime of peace, free from calamity." All his actions were driven by love for those dear to him and a desire to protect all living beings. Yet, he was misunderstood by the world. After witnessing Chu Yang's life story, everyone was filled with sorrow and regret. They wept and lamented, filled with remorse for their misjudgment. In this second chance at life, would they finally see the true heart of the man who stood unyielding against the tides of fate, fighting for the ones he cherished above all else?

[I, Lu Jingxing, will only protect Shen Qing in this life] Lu Jingxing is the ambitious young commander of the Jiangcheng Military District, wielding great power and influence. With his brutal methods, he has risen through the ranks quickly and earned a fearsome reputation. Shen Qing is the daughter of the richest man in Jiangcheng City. As a renowned corporate strategist, she has turned around countless failing companies with her brilliant plans. The two people, who had nothing in common, accidentally ended up having a romantic affair on the balcony overnight. She said angrily: "You are a rapist. I am going to sue you and make you sit in jail." He lightly lit the ashes of his cigarette and said mockingly: "Do you know which way the police station door opens?" On the second day, the city was in a storm. The crown prince of country M and a certain girl had a romantic night on the balcony. On the third day, he appeared in front of her, took her to the Civil Affairs Bureau with the marriage report, and from then on, everyone respectfully called her Mrs. Lu. [No matter how much I, Lu Jingxing, seek in my life, I will only seek one Shen Qing]

The Aurelius, the Empire’s leading expedition airship, sets out to chart the frontier—where the last crew disappeared without a trace. Soren Eryndor, a quiet memoirist assigned to record the journey, expects routine observation. Instead, his notes begin to shift when reread. Footsteps echo on empty decks. Tension builds beneath the crew’s steady smiles. When the first crew member vanishes—silent, bloodless, impossible—Soren realizes something is watching their expedition. Ahead lies the ruin tied to the previous mission’s fate. Beside him stands Captain Atticus Riven—precise, unreadable, and carrying orders Soren isn’t meant to know. As the Aurelius drifts deeper into the frontier, Soren’s memoir becomes the only record of the truth. Because whatever is erasing the crew… may erase the memory of them next. ||||A slowburn BL steampunk mystery about the fragile lines between memory, reality, and the people who keep us anchored.|||| Author’s Note: This is my first story. It is built from my own original plot, world, and characters. I draft and revise the chapters myself, with the help of AI-assisted writing tools for structure and speed. All final edits and creative decisions are mine. Thank you for reading — I hope you enjoy the journey.

I never knew my Life was in danger until I met him.. His intoxicating smile, his delicious aroma, his cunning web of lies and deceit were enough to make your head spin. But there was something Deeper that I Found within. Something dark and delicate that drew me in. His confidence so wildly uncanny. I couldn't quite place it. The mystique had me reeling. And then I saw him. The Beautiful Monster he became.

This is the story of the Third Princess of Guoyuan, Lin Singhua, after she was captured by the Emperor of Meihua. When psychologically broken and tortured in the prisons, she remoulds herself into thinking she is tofu. This is an exploration of the mental state of a crushed captive, and of how Tofu mentally protects herself in order to survive by running away from herself and her own memories. In order to reflect Tofu's mindset, the complexity of language may change according to her mental state at the time. This story contains mature content and adult themes. It is not a romance or love story. More an exploration of Singhua's thoughts and psychology following the traumatic events in her life. Some areas may appear to be cut short or not explored in depth because as the author, when I immersed myself too deeply in Singhua's world it became unhealthy for my own mental state. Nevertheless, please feel free to make comment. The location is set in a fictional version of historical China, approximately during the time there were many warring kingdoms or states. It also has mixed up historical elements from different time periods. In order to reflect that this is in a roughly Chinese setting, some Pinyin names have been retained. This story is based upon a half-dream. The story has been completed. There will be no further updates. Feel free to inform me of any language errors I may have missed.

2064, the year magic was discovered. Just like how science was introduced into the world, magic was welcomed with both curiosity and prejudice, thus dividing the people. Sera, an orphan girl learns about the dangers and beauty of this newfound secret as she comes into the custody of two magical practitioners who will change her life forever. "Ahhhhhh!" at the darkest hour of the night a voice was heard. A groan full of pain and misery. A groan full of sadness and grief. "If only I was better", mumbles the woman. Everyone heard it but no one dared to help her. She was an orphan and no one can back her up. She was innocent but the world is not and it took her many years to realize it. She dragged her body, bloodied from all the torture, in to her small room. Full of grief, sadness, anger and misery she lighted a candle, took the shattered pieces and slowly put them together piece by piece as she murmured a chant. Each night with the same emotions, she would light another candle and continue with the pieces as she murmurs the same chant. It took her six nights to light her candles and finish her piece. It was small but it was valiant. It was not human but it carries her deep feelings. With her final piece attached she mumbled the last words of her chant. "I give you life, come bring me peace." and with a deep sigh she closed her eyes and fell into a deep sleep. A remarkable story of an orphan as she discover the world of magic.

A libertine in an age of priests and philosophers seeks enlightenment through passion, deception, and the forbidden art of Ars Vitalis—the discipline that unites body, mind, and soul. In an alternate Enlightenment where superstition, faith, and reason wage quiet war, Giacomo Casanova rises from poverty in Venecia to become scholar, duelist, and rogue cultivator. His path winds through salons, convents, and beds, as each encounter draws him closer to a truth that great powers, institutions, and secret societies have buried: that desire itself is a form of power. Now, in his old age, Casanova records these adventures in his memoirs—not to boast, but to preserve the art by which he truly lived.

Lalie was a sweet young girl. Suddenly woke up in a world completely different from where she is originally from. Modern buildings were replaced by ancient palaces. There were no modern vehicles, instead she saw horse drawn carriages! Even the people around her looked different! In world where were technology doesn't exist, in a place where runes and magic rules. How can she fit in? Hate is her number one enemy, and in every turn, danger awaits. But something unexpected happen... Then again, will she get back to her world? Or will she choose to stay?