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In the shadow-soaked alleys of a city where memories are both currency and weapon, burned-out detective Maxwell Hartwell is known for his unique immunity to memory extraction, a trait that marks him as both an asset and an outcast. When enigmatic Elena Voss approaches him to investigate the murder of Victor Kane, a top memory trader renowned for his ruthless ambition, Max is drawn into a web of deceit that permeates the highest echelons of society. Max's investigation leads him deep into the underbelly of the memory trade, where human experiences are bought and sold to the highest bidder, altering personalities and histories at will. As he navigates this dangerous landscape, he's forced to contend with his former partner, Detective Sarah Lim, who walks a thin line between law enforcement and moral compromise. Throughout his journey, Max is aided by the Archivist, a secretive figure who trades in illicit memories, providing Max with information that cannot be obtained by conventional means. As Max delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a disturbing truth: Victor Kane's death is merely the surface of a much larger conspiracy that threatens to topple the precarious balance of power within the city. His investigation reveals a sinister plot to control the memory market, orchestrated by figures that blur the line between friend and foe. Haunted by fragments of his own inaccessible past, Max must navigate through layers of betrayal and manipulation, confronting painful truths about himself and those he once trusted. The closer he gets to solving the murder, the more entangled he becomes in a struggle for power that will define the future of memory itself. With the city on the brink of chaos, Max is faced with a choice that will not only determine his own fate but also the fate of a society where memories can be rewritten at will. As alliances shift and secrets are unearthed, Max must decide whether to continue protecting a world that has forsaken him or forge a new path that could lead to redemption—or ruin.

[BL - Mature Content] In a cybperpunk future, a young man wakes up inside a box with no memories, and to two strangers making threats at him. Ivo doesn't know who he is. Or even if that's his name. But from there, he'll have no choice but to learn how to survive the dangerous neon streets of a city that has forgotten how to dream. His new reluctant allies keep him at a distance. Especially Davi, the mysterious guy who doesn't trust Ivo's memory loss and thinks he might be connected to the group of people responsible for all the misery in their city. The same people Ivo now has to steal information and tech from -- for the paying clients who employ the services of Davi and his crew. --- Davi: give me one good reason why I shouldn't get rid of you? Ivo: ...you're a good person and don't want to do that? Davi: try again. Ivo: I can be useful... Davi: still not convinced. Ivo: my winning personality and sparkling smile? Alina: it's like you want him to shoot you in the head --- determined, belligerent, adaptable, snarky and fearless amnesiac MC x mysterious, intense, idealistic, selfless, ruthless and passionate hired gun ML x and their trigger happy, sarcastic, sexy, lover (1v1v1) more tags: cyberpunk, sci-fi, crime, mature content, fast-paced action, slow burn romance, important side-characters, LGBT cast, side romances, violence, dystopian.

In the sprawling metropolis of Shanghai, where ancient pagodas sit beside glass skyscrapers, two lives intertwine in the relentless pursuit of success and belonging. Liu Wen, a young woman from a modest town, arrives in the city with nothing but a dream and her tenacious work ethic. Working tirelessly in a high-rise office by day and studying for her business degree by night, she aims to prove that success can be built brick by brick. Yet, the weight of urban life and the allure of easy shortcuts constantly test her spirit. On the other side of the city, Chen Kai, heir to a growing tech empire, navigates the gilded traps of wealth. His ambition has always been to prove his worth beyond his family's name, but the glitter of the city often blinds him to life’s true values. Burdened by expectations and hungry for connection, he yearns for love that transcends social status. Their paths collide in an unexpected moment—a night when city lights blur, and strangers become confidants. Through late-night conversations in hidden cafés and chance meetings in crowded subway cars, they discover a shared dream of something more profound than money and fame. Will their love survive the trials of ambition and the ever-turning wheels of the urban jungle? And can they reconcile their differing worlds to build a future together, or will the city swallow them whole, as it has countless others?

For him she schemed, seduced and kill. For him she abandoned everyone and everything. As the years passed her love faded but her obsession continue. As many other pawns he had, he discarded her when she wasn’t useful anymore. Descending to darkness she regretted how she spent this life. Opening her eyes she found that she went back to when she was 10. “This time I will live my life for myself and atone for my past sins” ———- Cover art is not mine! ———- ~> English is not my native language! If you spot a mistake, I would be grateful if you can tell it in the comments ~> I started to write this book because I was upset with some cliches on rebirth stories ~ I hope you all like it ~

Star Han lay in bed and once again recalled the words his master had said to him ten years ago: "Your life will be full of ups and downs, with great successes and failures. Among your peers, you will have opponents but no friends. However, you will be surrounded by many women, and every turning point in your life will be accompanied by the appearance or departure of a woman."

Neon Pleasures is a teen, coming of age story with the aim of teaching self love and love for Humanity. It revolves around Valeria Anne Moore; an incredibly broken teenager with scars that run deep breath her facade and Scarlett, her junior sister, who is an adolescent with a mature mind and seemingly carefree personality. Two sisters with similar passions and same goals in life, but as time passes through them is like different hells that will quench only if they help each other... Will they struggle together or end up burning, Alone?... It started with who both girls only have 168 hours to save their dying mother from the hands of death but what happens when death itself faced them in form of challenge? How would these girls struggle everyday just to make it in life? 'Neon Pleasures' talks openly about stuff no one wants to talk about; Relationship with God, Orphans and how they survive, mental health, bullying, abuse, rape, disorders, depression, insecurity and so much more. Secrets will be exposed, bonds will be broken and with it, the feeling of freedom will actually finally be felt. Join Valeria and Scarlett in this one hell of a ride. There would be drama, romance, fights, envy, Struggle and so much more.

The city's shadows wrangled the guardian and clipped its wings just to let it live. Too bad for them, those were just a distraction. Now that the guardian is finally free to be where it wants, even in your mind, listen to whatever it wants, even your thoughts, and erase whomever it wants, literally, without facing any repercussions, who would dare to go against it all? Dave is one such person. His life began its downward spiral when his wife lost her memories, wiped away intentionally. A crime he couldn't solve. Due to which he, who wrote two decades of Inception city's history, was reduced to a drunken mess, ending with thugs taking him hostage. But Dave wasn't broken yet, no, that only happened when he returned to the response his methods generated, those that forced death on his admirer. Dave had been naïve, enough to think the people who used his absence to gain power would let him come back in peace. But will their warnings be enough to stop him, or will he merge with the shadows and become obscure, like everyone else against the guardian did? Who'll win? Dave, or the guardian everyone trusts to look after them?

In the sprawling megacity of Neon Nexus, a beacon of advanced technology and alien intrigue, a new breed of superheroes emerges clad in advanced battle suits forged from alien alloys. Led by Commander Astra, a former elite pilot with cybernetic enhancements, the Quantum Vanguard defends the city against extraterrestrial threats and malevolent organizations. Commander Astra commands the Vanguard from the orbital battle station known as the Helios Spire, overseeing a team of skilled operatives: Spectra: A telekinetic specialist with the ability to manipulate energy fields. Nyx: A shape-shifting infiltrator capable of assuming any form, alien or human. Tempest: A genius engineer and hacker who controls a fleet of autonomous drones. Vortex: A mysterious alien warrior with superhuman strength and agility, who seeks redemption for a dark past. In Neon Nexus, the economy thrives on quantum credits, a digital currency secured by quantum encryption. The city's towering skyscrapers are bathed in holographic advertisements and neon lights powered by plasma fusion technology. Government oversight is maintained by the Central Authority, a coalition of humans and allied alien species, each with their own agenda and political maneuverings. The alien species include: Xenocrysts: Energy beings from the planet Luxoria, masters of hyper warp technology. Vor'Thul: Reptilian warriors with advanced combat suits and a strict hierarchical society. Eldari: Psychic entities capable of manipulating minds and matter, seeking to expand their influence. At the heart of the conflict lies the battle suits and ships: Nebula Armor: Advanced battle suits reverse-engineered from alien technology, granting their wearers enhanced strength, agility, and the ability to manipulate energy fields. Stellar Falcon: The Quantum Vanguard's flagship, armed with hyper warp engines and state-of-the-art weaponry to combat interstellar threats. Quantum Striders: High-speed transports capable of navigating through hyper warp tunnels, essential for rapid deployment across the galaxy. The cityscape is dotted with monumental buildings like the Quantum Nexus Tower, a hub of technological innovation and corporate power. Weapons range from plasma rifles to graviton disruptors, each engineered for maximum efficiency against both terrestrial and extraterrestrial adversaries. Cutting-edge vehicles and gadgets include grav bikes, quantum scanners, and holosimulators for tactical training. Heroes and villains clash amidst the gleaming spires and shadowy alleys of Neon Nexus, where alliances are fragile and secrets abound. As Commander Astra and her team unravel a conspiracy that threatens the very fabric of their reality, they must navigate a treacherous world where the line between hero and villain blurs in the neon-lit darkness of the future.

In a city that never sleeps, under the glow of neon signs and the hum of technology, a young woman named Mara stumbles into a secret world hidden beneath the streets. There, she discovers a sprawling network of underground communities, each with its own rules, leaders, and agendas. What begins as a random encounter with a mysterious stranger leads Mara into a fight for control over the city's future—a future where power and technology merge in unforeseen ways.

When Ena woke up from her coma, she wanted to change herself but did not know where to begin. She was used to being the least prioritized because she always put herself down. Most people treat her like a bother. That is why when their gorgeous beyond reason CEO Aidan Lewis showed interest in her, her life began to take a huge turn! “Why me?” His eyes held many secrets behind his kind smile. “You are the woman of my dreams.” She became so confused. She cannot begin to fathom how a man like him would dream of such a plain lady like her. There is really something wrong here!