I'm straight, I swear but... There's something about my neighbors. The way they look at me makes me feel-- they make me feel things that I didn't even know were possible. When my dad and I had just moved, I thought they were just a little weird and maybe overly friendly but over time, I realized they're more than that. I'm afraid of them. But at the same time, I want to know more about them. I can't get them out of my head. I can't keep myself away from them... What is happening to me?
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Legends foretold, the spark of light Fallen from the heavens to bring delight Those who follow in her goddess's light Shall be brought to lands that heavens compare Darkness however knows they won't fare Against this gracious sunbeam's shimmering might Snuff this ember before ruin is brought upon the dark Go forth, my faithful beast of darkness! Engulf the spark before it destroys us all! _ One of heart, one of mind, one wish that made the heavens open their pearly gates. A miracle, born to lead the world into a new age of peace for the light elves. Unfortunately, that would mean the end for the dark elves. The crimes of their ancestors were pushed down through generations. The new age of peace has no place for half-demons, someone must put an end to the newborn Messiah. Unfortunately for Philomel, this death sentence of a mission was pushed to her, courtesy of the Chief's son, Asclepius. Asclepius, an ambitious, short-sighted dark elf, determined to bring the dark elves to their former glory. A person Philomel made the mistake of pissing off. Dragging along the oblivious entrance guard, (Amon) they begin their emotional rollercoaster of a journey. Daggers in hands, can they become the villains their tribe so badly needs, or will the guilt finally drag them under? _ A voice bellowed and screeched from all around him. It sounded like a million cries through the echoes of a cave, that shrieked as it spoke. The shadows reach out toward the blood-red sky, forming a huge dark figure, the figure of a roaring dragon. Its eyes shine through all the darkness, one a brilliant blue, the other a golden yellow, slits of black in the middle, when the dragon blinks, it blinks sideways. From the corner of the eyes to the other corner, rather than one eyelid to the other. " Was anything but pleasant." The distorted voice of his father reminded him as the dragon stomped around. Each stomp crushed the homes of many and killed screaming villages. " Is this what you wish for? Is this what your heart desires?" The disfigured voice questioned. __ " I win." Philomel smugly whispers to Lenny. Completely pleased with herself before noticing Lenny's heart rate beating against her own, matching her speed but was off her pace. It felt like her heart was pounding at an unnatural speed which felt scary but at the same time interesting. She barely noticed Lenny's hazel eyes sparkling as his shocked expression slowly melts into a blissful goofy smile. Her attention finally returned to Lenny when his chiseled jawline moved closer to her. Lenny's head leans forward kissing Philomel on the cheek as he stares at her with such soft eyes. Philomel instantly blushes as she gasps at the sudden kiss. Her lips trembling trying to think of something to say but her brain malfunctioned. Lenny let out a deep chuckle as he ran a hand through his mahogany chestnut brown hair, extremely happy at Philomel's cute reaction. _ There will be romance but it would be slow-paced since it's friends to lovers. No smut scenes. There will be battles and tons of emotional trauma. Super in the middle can go both ways. This book is experimental writing. It shall be written in script format, detailed, and have a rhythmic beat/freestyle poem to certain scenery descriptions. The story shall also have switched target audience, where certain chapters are tailored to male/ female readers. There will be a notice to inform which chapters are which. Female Tailored Chapters (FTC) will have more cute scenes between characters. Male Tailored Chapters (MTC) will have battle based on the Dungeon and Dragon format where the victory or defeat of a match is based on a dice roll. Upload Every Saturday I will also be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com and Inkitt. ______________________________________________Life in the Ember Pack seemed ordinary—until Annatoria, the Luna, was accused of infidelity by her husband, the Alpha. Infidelity was the last thing Anna would ever consider, even in a failing marriage. Yet there she stood, publicly shamed and branded a whore. A cruel setup led to her rejection and banishment, leaving her broken and alone. For three long years, Anna struggled to survive, enduring hardship after hardship. But with the help of Alpha Asher—a close friend who secretly harbored feelings for her—she rose from the ashes. Now, as a powerful Alpha in her own right, she’s the talk of the shifter world. On the day she returns to the Ember Pack to reclaim her son, fate strikes once again. As she nears the pack gates, a deep, familiar growl sends shivers down her spine. “You’re my mate.” Her wolf stirred. “What is that scent?” A mate? How did the “banished” Annatoria gain the power to walk into the pack unchallenged? And who is the wolf claiming her as his?
---updated every SAT & WED EST--- "Would you give up the whole country to be with me?" Damien tugged at the collars of his sleeves, its folds bending into his skin. "No," Naomi sunk further away from him, "That isn't right." "Nothing is ever right. Who gets to define that?" Damien inched closer, not allowing the distance between them grow. "We can." Naomi let him, a whisper a way from the flush of his cheeks. "Only if we conquer the continent." Naomi, the Crown Princess of Azalea, has to fight her way through the Noble's Academy before her long-awaited debut into high society. But it's proving to be difficult when she's on the verge of being expelled. With her nefarious reputation, would she just be remembered as the Dunce Queen to be? Damien, the Demon Prince of the Underworld, still hasn't quite figured out what it means to be the Demon Prince. An academy for mortals wasn’t much help in finding the answers he needed. Would he be able be to even rule the Underworld? Naomi and Damien has a year left until their debut into high society, but graduation feels like a far off dream for either of them. Completely unprepared to be the ruler of their countries, Naomi and Damien navigates through the growing pains of noble society, but together they uncover Forgotten Lore about their continent that completely changes the balance between humans and demons.
She was a devil in everyone's eyes , no one cared about her feelings or saw her sufferings, a lonely genius who suffered great losses in her life yet stood up as a phoenix flying in the sky, being an anti hero isn't everyone's cup of tea, being a strong woman is what she always dreamed to be. Trigger warning
Have you heard about women being transported to Beastworld? But did you know that Beastmen can also be transported to the modern world? Let me introduce you to Lucifer, the adorable panther who was always rejected by females because he was cute, unlike other strong males. But one day, he found himself in a mysterious place surrounded by guards, and he wasn't afraid at all. He even purred with joy when he saw the beautiful owner of the mansion. From that day on, Lucifer became a domestic cat. He would eat, sleep, and watch TV, all while admiring the beautiful owner who appeared cold to everyone else but showed her soft side only to him. *** Maya was a cold-hearted woman who had been abandoned by her childhood sweetheart. He fell in love with a gentle actress and left Maya feeling even more lonely. But one day, a furry creature appeared in her garden and purred at her. It melted her heart. From that moment, she decided to adopt the panther as her pet. Can someone explain when her panther turned into a human and became clingy, always finding reasons to hug her?
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Aurella Morave-Xeres was born into the life of a vampire. Where the choices of actions can come at a grave cost. How will she fair when she is in the middle of the Vampiric world? If you like the story and want to support the writer you can do so here! patreon.com/FellWrites4.68
"As a teacher, school sucks. Hisoki runs towards his designated classroom, ten minutes late. Why was he late? He's the damn teacher! He huffs, running down the identical halls, the room numbers slowly rising. 206, 207, 208,209….. He was going to be teaching in room 221, what hall was that in again? He had tried to look nice for school, having his black hair flat ironed, and a brown tie to match his shoes. His vintage shoulder bag was starting to weigh on him, slowing down his movements. The bell had already rung ten minutes ago, but he wasn't even at school by that time. His entire morning routine was set back thirty minutes, since his alarm didn't wake him up, his dog did. "Come on.." Hisoki muttered, continuing to run down the halls. 219, 220, 221, 222- oh wait! He took a couple of steps back, placing his hand on the door." At Yokosa's Boys School of the World, only the richest and smartest get to go. So when five boys with polar opposite personalities get put in an English class together, chaos always erupts. And secrets always go down in flames.After a chance encounter as children leads to a lifelong obsession, a girl too poor to afford a name works to become the richest person in the empire so that she can buy the love of the duke's tortured son. Little does she know, he's working at the same time to overthrow his father so that he can secure the position of Duke, in turn making her his duchess. Both are working to trap the other by their side until the end of time in a grand showcase of their inescapable love. In the end, who will come out victorious in this war of hearts?
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"I'll kiss every inch of your skin, even your scar and all of your imperfections, and I'll never get tired of it." The Yoshino Clan of Kyoto is known as a strong candidate for their skills, tactics, and leadership, but after his parents' brutal death, the 15-year-old Haru is forced to leave his hometown and make a new beginning in Tokyo. The young samurai embraced his new life and as years passed, he became one of the hottest and most well-known baristas in the metropolis. Now goes by the name of Yagami Haru, he encounters a broken hearted Aiuchi Sakura one rainy night, a woman whose cruel past seems to be connected to him. How would things turn out if the woman, whom he comforted and took care of, leads him to the killers of his parents? -- PREVIEW "And now... I'm alone again..." she murmured. There was a moment of silence. Haru clearly understood what it meant to be 'alone' and how hard it was to be by himself after his parent's death. Thankfully, he was found by Junichi and took care of him. He's unsure as to what she meant with 'alone again' though. However, what matters more was for Sakura to have her first meal of the day and drink her meds. Sakura heaved a deep breath and finally pulled herself together before glancing at him, not worrying about how messed up she was. "I'm… sorry," she sniffed and wiped her tears. "That's enough of me being an embarrassment for today... I guess…'' she started searching for something on her bed, thinking of what to tell him next, but she suddenly felt lightheaded from all the crying, her body collapsing right onto his chest. -- This is a slow-burn romance. Updated one or twice a week. BOOK COVER: - edited using Photoshop - credits to the other owners of the photos You may also want to read 'my collab story with AinaWang 'Taming My Vampire Servant' while waiting for the new chapters. Thank you and enjoy! Please keep safe everyone!Orphaned and yearning for love, Louise Anderson finds solace with her chosen family. However, their overwhelming debt forces her to sacrifice her own future, a choice made out of gratitude. Unbeknownst to her, this decision leads her to Quailsham, a hidden world brimming with elemental magic, monstrous creatures, royal intrigues, and an impending apocalypse. Unforeseen circumstances bring her face-to-face with Prince Ludwig, burdened by the weight of his crown and a heart yearning for solace. In this perilous yet captivating realm, Louise must rely on her intelligence and strength to survive. With powerful threats emerging, her past resurfacing, and forbidden romance blossoming, she faces crucial choices that will determine her fate. Will Louise discover the peace she seeks, or will her past lead to her downfall in a world veiled in sorcery and secrets?
Alex Sterling, a wealthy and successful CEO, finds himself longing for something more meaningful in his life. At a charity gala, he meets Isabella, a captivating woman with a mysterious past. Drawn to each other, they begin a passionate romance, but their happiness is soon threatened by dark secrets and dangerous enemies.
****Story contains mature themes and adult content**** Book #1: Binding Agreement I could feel my breathing begin to get slightly heavier. “Mainly because I can’t let myself fall for you all over again. Not after everything that happened.” His hand caressed my cheek. “You can’t fall for someone all over again when the feelings never left in the first place Isabelle.” I turned my face away from his touch. “But they did Sterling. What I felt for you is gone.” He took my chin between his fingers and thumb and forced me to look at him again. The darkness in his eyes had been placed with desire. “Now why would you lie about something like that?” Sterling and Isabelle had a one of a kind love, however they ended up growing apart as they got older. Sterling returns back to Nashville, TN after finishing college. He is set to get the new Vice President position of Tipton Enterprises which means he'll be working under his father, Damon Tipton. Everything is on track with his career however he's unhappy as he feels stuck in his relationship with his manipulative girlfriend, Elise. What happens when he meets his new assistant who also happens to be his childhood love, Isabelle? Isabelle left Nashville years ago after feeling betrayed by Sterling. She’s only returning because this was a job offer too good to pass up, even with the little details provided. Only on her first day does she realize who her boss is. Things are about to get complicated.
"So, take my hand now when I take yours, We are both heading to the same place." Those unassuming days as Trainees under the fictional DayBreak Entertainment were the real starting point for the two of them. While uncertain hopes had brought them there, the music they made together, and each other, had been the foundation for their driving passion. While they were dreaming of the debut that they were certain they would make together, fate played a different card for them. It led to new bonds and new beginnings. Sometimes though, all you really need is an unassuming and yet powerful reminder. "I hope you'll make me your strength as I have made you mine." The relationship between K-Pop idols and their fans have always been built upon perfectly timed happenstance that transcends rational explanations. But then again, maybe all relationships are like that?
“Sorry, Theron doesn’t like guests,” she sneered, glaring at the man who decided to bother her. with a finger still on the collar of the large tiger, she walked forward dangerously close to him with her not so little friend in tow. “He’s also not too fond of being interrupted before meal time.” this time, she let go of the collar, allowing the beast to pounce as she licked her lips, watching as the intruder tried to hide behind his arms, only to get bored and pull at the leash right before he was mauled. Bending down, she gave him a good few scratches under the neck and a chaste kiss, before focusing back on him. “Seems like you didn’t wet yourself there, congrats. You did better than we expected.” she laughed, it was then he saw not one more set of eyes, but over twenty sets of predatory gazes on him. “Here’s some friendly advice, your majesty. Try running, and they’ll pounce.” with that, she walked off with her tiger, only to be stopped as he grabbed her wrist, breaking free of his cold sweat. “Please, don’t leave me alone here!” he whimpered, his eyes looked as sad as the wolves whenever she’d stop petting them. closing her eyes, she pondered for a moment. “If I do, will you do me a favor in return?” she asked, her expression never once shifting. nodding frantically, she pulled his own wrist, releasing her’s from his grip and walked him beside her as she took him out and away from the cats. As they continued walking, he tried to break the silence. “Thank…” he started but she interrupted. “Don’t thank me yet. The birds can be quite aggressive when mating, it’s going to be a few minutes, a pure miracle you didn’t die sooner.” she told him, still walking leisurely as she wanted to ensure Theron got his exercise. Gripping his wrist harder as a warning, she finally came to an abrupt stop. “Annul our engagement, and stay away from my family. Do not ever speak to me again.” she ordered, the beast growling up at the prince. “No!” it was now her turn to be surprised as he bowed, head nearly touching the pavement. “Anything but that, I will do anything my lady wants whether it be gold or asking for the most expensive jewelry. But the one thing I will never do is annul our engagement!” His eyes sparkled, and for the first time she saw confidence within them. Just why was he so insistent on marrying her to the point he went from crying to a totally different person! As her mouth hung agape, she heard the yelling of another boy. “Theia!” It was Nyx. ——————————————— What’s worse than finding yourself reincarnated in a novel you read and not being the main character? Why, it’s being reincarnated as the very villainess even the villain family looks down on! Too kind for her own good to do things the villain family deems normal, yet too cruel to the heroine. Except she was never cruel, only framed! Theia Argyris, the villainess of the novel “Love Blossoms in the Spring”. the weakest of her family, engaged to the third prince, the first male lead, and the future emperor. in order to survive her childhood and future inevitable death where she’s beheaded and her remains are “fed” to wild animals, just how will she manage? Simple, she’s going to become a real villain, one her family can’t even look down on, and dominate her own life. But why won’t the prince annul their engagement? What’s with her secret magic that plot never mentioned? and more importantly, how does she look so cool with the ability to tame so many beasts? ——————————————— Warnings, a lot of violence, this is a villainess novel! With a well villainous family. Strong female lead, and possible cursing. cover drawn by myself. read around 5-10 chapters before deciding if you enjoy it. You can also refer to this as “Beast Taming Villainess” if it’s too long. season 1-; chapters 1-39 season 2-; chapters 40-N/A
Historical / Thriller novel. The story is set in England around the early 1700s. A special, beautiful girl is born within the walls of Warwick Castle. But nobody really knows about the mask of falsehood with which this perfect girl manages to hide a much sadistic and mysterious character. A series of cold-blooded murders begin to become the norm at court, or at least until .... Book suitable for thriller lovers and for people not easily impressionable Suited to an adult or 14+ public
Volume 1: Whispers Of Desires: A Sense Of Duty In a world where duty and love collide, Nia, the eldest daughter of an aristocratic family, finds herself thrust into a political alliance with the ruthless Vampire King, Kiyoshi. As both kingdoms grapple with the mysterious disappearance of human and vampire children, Nia and Kiyoshi embark on a journey to uncover the truth. Amidst the chaos and danger, a forbidden romance blossoms between Nia and Kiyoshi. Bound by duty, they navigate the treacherous path of their arranged marriage, while their hearts yearn for something more. Together, they must unravel the dark secrets that haunt their kingdoms and find a way to bring peace and justice to their people. "You may kiss the bride," proclaimed the officiant. Nia froze, panicked. She had never been kissed before! Sensing her unease, King Kiyoshi gently tilted her chin upward. His eyes were cold and yet she found herself trusting him despite her misgivings. His lips brushed against hers, soft and tentative at first, then with growing confidence. His kiss was not demanding or forceful, but rather a tender exploration of her mouth. It sent a shiver through her body, making her heart race and her cheeks flush with heat. As they turned to face their kingdoms, cheers erupted, both within the hall and from the masses gathered outside. Though nervous for what was to come, Nia could not help but feel a sense of elation. She was the Queen of Ivamis, and her husband was the most powerful king in the land. The weight of their responsibilities was not lost on her, but she also knew that they would face these challenges together...hopefully. Volume 2: Whispers Of Desires: A Sense Of Truth In the kingdoms of Niameda, Althea, and Ivamis, trade ships are mysteriously vanishing without a trace. When Kazi, the fierce General of Niameda and sister to Queen Nia of Ivamis, risks her life to save the King of Althea from an assassination attempt, he offers her an unthinkable reward - marriage to his arrogant second son, Prince Azreal. Repulsed by the idea of being bound to a man in a society that demands female submission, Kazi hatches a daring plan. She disguises herself as a male guard to infiltrate Althea's royal family and investigate the missing trade ships from the inside. However, her deception takes an unexpected turn when she is assigned as Prince Azreal's personal guard. As the charming yet infuriating Prince slowly breaks down Kazi's defenses, an undeniable attraction begins to simmer between them. But their growing feelings are built on a foundation of lies. Prince Azreal believes his guard is a man, while Kazi hides her true identity and motive for being in Althea. Tensions mount further as romantic rivals pursue Kazi, unaware of her disguise. In a race against time to uncover the truth behind the vanishing ships before it shatters the fragile peace between kingdoms, Kazi realizes the enemy may be close. Can a relationship born from deception survive? And will she unmask the real culprit before all three kingdoms are consumed by tragedy? Volume 3: Whispers Of Desires: A Sense Of Courage Adanna, a plus-size woman of 27 and the third of her family's daughters, fears the inevitable label of spinster as she remains unmarried. Frustrated with her lack of prospects, she decides to take her search for a husband into her own hands. After one attempt ends in disappointment, a friend suggests a bold alternative: a journey to another kingdom, where a competition for a Duke's hand awaits. But this isn't just any kingdom-it's Aerionia, a realm of griffin riders. Accompanied by Princess Serena, sister of King Kiyoshi, Adanna ventures to compete, only to find herself caught up in more than courtly games. A mysterious series of threats and the Duke's father's sudden disappearance cast a shadow over the contest. Will Adanna find the love she seeks, or will danger eclipse her dreams?
In which a not-so-human girl finds herself in the painful cycle of eternity, after asking the man she loved for the simple gift of having more time. Now she has to choose. Either the girl can get her revenge that she had been craving for in her many years of being trapped or she could choose a budding romance between one of two handsome suitors. "One of the most important things I've learned in life is to ignore most of what people say. I watch what they do instead."
This story will have numerous detailed Pokémon battles. Each chapter I write gets a little longer. Some characters are original and others are from the games or anime. If you enjoy detailed writing and action give this story a shot! Description below. Vanni, otherwise known as Jun, daughter of Giovanni makes her escape from the clutches of Team Rocket. Ready to write her own story she trains to crush Giovanni and Team Rocket. While in hiding to become stronger Jun faces challenges before she’s ready and meets siblings she never knew she had. Follow her as she trains to bring down the organization that held her captive for years. Chapter added once a week minimum
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“Good day, ma’am.” He greeted while examining my injured leg. “And here goes someone who doesn’t wear stilettos the right way.” I narrowed my eyes in response to his words, his voice was such a fine one, the sort that would make a woman moan if it meets her ears in night whispers. Alessandro Greco, a dedicated Italian doctor temporarily transferred to Ivory Coast, crosses paths with Sita Kouassi, an enigmatic African politician and philanthropist harbouring a clandestine life as a spy. Drawn together by circumstance, their initial encounter blossoms into a passionate affair amidst the complexities of love and duty. However, as secrets unravel and betrayals surface, their relationship is put to the ultimate test. Can their love endure the shadows of deception and the dangers lurking in the mist, or will the high road they traverse tear them apart? This captivating tale delves into the intricacies of romance, intrigue, and the indomitable power of love in the heart of modern-day Africa.