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[ Caution: High Heat Advisory ] “Harper, stop undressing me with your eyes. The plot isn’t going that way… YET.” Harper McKenzie, a newbie web novel author, has a problem — she struggles with romance scenes. As someone with almost nonexistent real-life experience in the matter, she can’t get the intimate chemistry right, and those chapters always come out dry and cringy. Fortunately for her, Harper finds a freelance editor willing to workshop her writing. But the surprise? That editor turns out to be her childhood friend and the very first crush of her life. What happens now when he offers her personal lessons on how to write the hottest romance … and love scenes? -------------- Note: this is a fun, cozy, sweet story with a low-drama plot. No love triangles, no misunderstandings, no memory loss / car accidents / terminal illnesses / etc.. Mature content abounds, starting out soft but heats up quickly. You’ve been warned! -------------- Sneak Peek: He slid her bra over her shoulders and, with impossibly quick and skilled work, tied the lacy garment around her wrists. “Spread your legs wider,” he ordered. Harper’s already faltering heartbeat faltered some more. The command in his tone was foreign, but it crashed over her like a heat wave, and even though she could barely begin to picture how salacious she must look, with her hands bound and thighs spread wide like an offering to be ravished, she could feel the scorching need coiling hotter and hotter in her core. Her body obeyed eagerly on its own accord, bringing herself fully open just like she was told. Eli grinned. Moving between her legs, he trailed hot kisses along her inner thigh, leaving sizzling little fires crackling in its wake. “Good girl. Now, what should your character say next?” A finger glided over her wet and wanting flesh in a slippery stroke, making her heart slam to a hard stop as a moan tore free. “Write the next line for me, what should I say before I unravel you with my tongue and make you scream my name?”

The fate of the world is about to Change as the only salvation for the future relies on the hands of a Substitute Teacher? The following story is the first part of an action, romance; comedy and supernatural adventures of a young man who only wishes to have a normal life, however the contrary happened to his fate as he is about to witness the dark side of the world and how cruel life can be. This is the first part of a new original story . This gift was given to him by a mysterious figure in Mexican folklore who´s character is still a mystery. I am proud to present this project to everyone who loves light novels and anime series. I hope in the future this story will be in the liking of all readers as it combines historical and mythical events, also copyright will try to be avoided as much as possible. The scenes and people that take part of this story are completely fiction.

The Book of Life Lessons Written By: Luminian Sherlock Polished By: Tsukishima (Author's Friend: Translation) + GeminiAI (General Polishing) Inspired By: 38 Mingalar Tales

Beneath the bamboo, in the misty night, Whispers of sages bring hidden light. Stories of dreams, of fate, of mind, Ancient truths for those who seek and find.

Memangnya kenapa kalau masih jomblo di usia 30 tahun? Elora capek dengan kenyataan nasibnya, jomblo, atasan yang suka seenaknya, karier tidak ada kemajuan, malah terancam dipecat. Ditambah lagi, pria yang menjadi idola hatinya akan bertunangan dengan sepupunya sendiri! Dalam kondisi putus asa, ia sampai nekat meminta bantuan dari pria aneh yang tinggal di sebelah rumahnya. Rico, pria yang memberi pelajaran cinta padanya. Siapa sangka Rico ternyata menyimpan banyak rahasia di balik sikapnya yang dingin dan hidupnya yang sederhana. Elora juga tak pernah mengira kalau hidupnya akan menghadapi lebih banyak tantangan lagi sejak dia mengenal Rico.

Life isn’t fair and Kim Min-chul knows it...except it isn’t for the reason you are thinking. ...Min-chul is just too damn PERFECT!!! he has a tall height of 184 cm, a fast metabolism, perfect swimmer’s body without even trying and is unknowingly a ladies man! He makes girls fall for him without even knowing!!! How do you even do that?!?! Unfortunately however, he let this all get to his head. Not starting his swimming career until he was in junior high and barely making it into the international leagues. Even then, he would neglect his training regularly. With his 184 cm height, his constant slumping caused him to lose some height, eventually reducing to 176 cm. Even with his fast metabolism, he ate too much and rarely exercised; giving him a potbelly at 29. Despite his natural swimmer’s body, his shoulders got narrowed down and social skills now non-existent. Looking back at his life in high-school and college as a 40 year old salaryman making just above-average wage, he stares over Wariss Bridge and contemplates. Contemplating whether life is worth living or not... “Bwahahahaha!!! What the hell, author? Contemplating what, you liar! I just thought that the view was nice!” “...y-y-you...you’re courting death; insulting me, ancestor koppa!” That day, a strong gust of wind started the chain of unlikely events that would eventually take Min-chul’s life. ‘.....I died, huh?’ [beep boop zorp... I am making robot noises!] “What the hell?!?!” [Oh! You are host, yes? I am your system! Your swimming system!] NOTE: This story isn’t one of those “ sport is life” novels. This is the story of redemption for a man who lost everything due to his own negligence. He isn’t a swimmer, he is a regular guy with a life who is also happens to be a swimmer. Don’t get me wrong though, there will be tournament arcs and swimming tournaments but I will focus on a more slice of life type story for this novel.

Genre: Mythic Adventure / Eco‑Fantasy / Philippine Heritage Seventeen‑year‑old Alona Marasigan, a curious student from Quezon City, stumbles upon an old mystery: why do Philippine legends speak of Bakunawa — the great sea‑serpent — while modern history treats it as only folklore? Driven by intuition and a family legacy she barely understands, she begins an investigation that blends history, geography, and science. With her friend Joey, she gathers accounts from fishermen, museum records, and archives in Intramuros, linking sightings, satellite anomalies, and ancient texts to the Philippine Trench — the deepest point in the Pacific Ocean. She discovers the trench is not just a void, but a vast, stable, cold sanctuary where prehistoric giants like Megalodon and massive deep‑sea creatures still survive. Guided by Don Eliseo Villareal, a renowned geologist and explorer, and a team of international specialists, Alona learns the legend is real — and her own great‑grandfather once guarded its secret. The expedition divides: one group studies land and oral traditions, while the other dives into the abyss. They face danger from giant piranhas, electric eels, and venomous life‑forms, but also make breakthrough discoveries — including a living “cold‑stone algae” that regulates the trench’s temperature, resisting global warming. Finally, in the deepest basin, they encounter Bakunawa itself: a majestic, ancient being with six tentacle‑like sensory appendages, four powerful webbed limbs, shifting silver‑pearl scales, and eyes like aquamarine gems. It speaks directly to them, revealing it has existed since the archipelago’s birth, acting as the ocean’s natural regulator. It warns that human‑driven climate change threatens to destroy its home — and with it, the balance of the entire planet. Alona answers not with greed or fear, but with respect and truth. The guardian spares them, trusting her to return to the surface not as a conqueror, but as a messenger. The Last Dragon of Manila is a story of how myths are living memories, how biodiversity sustains us all, and how protecting the unknown depths means protecting the future of the world above.

Max, a transmigrator from an Earth-like world, arrived on Blue Star—a planet trailing ten years behind the technological and social development of his original home. Blessed with advanced knowledge and financial foresight, he quickly built a luxurious life through savvy investments in the stock market. Craving adventure, Max embarked on a solo voyage across the ocean aboard his private yacht, accompanied only by his loyal ship crew. One day, while exploring the vast blue expanse, he discovered an enticing spot perfect for diving. Without a second thought, he halted the yacht and plunged into the ocean—clothes and all. But the moment Max touched the water, reality shifted. The world was thrown into chaos, and all life vanished—including Max himself. He awoke in a mysterious Ocean Realm, a new world governed by survival and strategy. In this realm, some individuals were granted islands and declared Lords, challenged to fortify and evolve their domains. Others, including Max, were entrusted with ships and gifted unique talents, becoming Captains tasked with upgrading their vessels to endure the unforgiving waters.

college life is full of fun yet difficulties and with the support of friend we face all the problems being strong, this story is about college life and love.

Shen Lu opens her eyes to find she has transmigrated into a wasteland world, becoming the fake young lady who was kicked out of her home. With her is her equally miserable fiancé, the future major villain. Fortunately, her golden finger activates, and in this wasteland world where the average person can't even get a single hot meal, she embarks on the path to riches through food. Egg waffles, spicy hotpot, and crawfish. Braised pork belly, crock-pot soup, and egg fried rice. ... From a small stall to a small shop. Then from a restaurant to a holiday resort, in less than two years, Shen Lu's name became known throughout the world. Countless celebrities and dignitaries hold out Star Coins, begging for just one bite of Shen Lu's cooking. The Shen Family, who had used her up and ruthlessly abandoned her, regret their past actions, crying and shouting as they beg for her forgiveness. Shen Lu crosses her arms: "Sure. Why don't you slit your throats first to show me your sincerity?"