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The Heartbeats

Olivia is a driven young woman living in New York City, buried in work and routine after emotional disappointments she rarely speaks about. Her life follows a predictable rhythm—until one ordinary Monday morning when she steps into a coffee shop on Fifth Avenue and hears music that stops her in her tracks. Melvin is a street musician with a gift that goes beyond sound. His guitar and voice carry emotion, longing, and stories untold. When their eyes meet, something unexplainable ignites. A brief conversation turns into exchanged numbers, and soon, anticipation takes over Olivia’s carefully controlled world. Their second meeting deepens everything. Melvin plays for her, sings with his soul, and pulls Olivia into a world where emotions are felt instead of hidden. What begins as attraction grows into passion, intimacy, and a powerful emotional bond. Olivia finds herself falling—hard and fast.As their relationship grows, so does the intensity. Music, late nights, shared dreams, and whispered promises draw them closer. But Melvin carries unspoken burdens, and Olivia begins to sense the weight of secrets he refuses to share. Opportunities arise that threaten to pull him away, and silence slowly replaces honesty. Misunderstandings, emotional distance, and fear begin to crack their perfect harmony. Love turns painful as both struggle between holding on and protecting themselves from heartbreak. Separation forces them to confront their truths—about love, vulnerability, and what it truly means to choose someone. In the end, Melvin must decide whether music will always be his escape or if love can be his home. Olivia must decide whether to risk her heart one last time.Because some loves don’t fade—they wait.
Tosin_Olu_Isaac · 2.4k Views

Second Chance: A Dark Tale of Urban India

[When a lamb turns into a lion] Meet, Riku Higashi, a notorious Japanese hacker on the run, dies tragically. But fate isn't finished with him. He is reborn in India as an 18-year-old high schooler, Rohit with a brand new identity and a house full of tempting opportunities. Raised as the heir to a billionaire, Rohit soon discovers the truth: this life is not a gift, but a countdown. Once he turns twenty, he is meant to be disposed of. What begins as freedom quickly twists into tension. What his handlers fail to realize is that in his past life, Riku was no ordinary criminal. He was a master mind wanted by twenty-one nations—a wolf in sheep’s clothing. Given the perfect opportunity, he can return every betrayal a thousandfold. This new life offers pleasure, power, and the tempting possibility of redemption. He could erase his criminal past and live in comfort, untouched by shadows. But fate has other plans. The very secret organization responsible for his death has resurfaced, haunting his path to power once more. As his past tightens its grip, Rohit must choose: hide behind a new face—or confront the darkness head-on. To the world, he could become a billionaire prodigy. To the underworld, a relentless hunter. And this time, he has everything to lose—and everything to take back. More Tags: #Psychological, #Revenge, #FamilyBusiness, #DarkRomance, #Possesive, #Corruption, #Scifi, #Mafia,#FaceSlapping Notes: - Dont skip the story for lemon scenes or you won't enjoy it and miss many things like the art work or jumping wrong conclusions. - The system setting is AI based (not magic) and will only appear in possesion to MC after chapter 65+. - The story is based on fiction, and any resemblance to real-life place , person, brand or events should be considered a coincidence. The cover picture is also AI-based. In case anyone has any issues, please feel free to reach out to me. Thank you for reading.
Hawkclaw · 22.6k Views

The RED HOOD and the BIG BAD WOLF

She’s dead. He killed her. --- For eleven years, Elyana suffered from a recurring nightmare. It started when her mother died when she was ten. In the scene, she witnessed her mother being brutally attacked and killed by an unknown assailant. Most of it was a blur, fragments that flashed across her mind, except for those amber eyes that seemed to burn like embers under the night sky. But it was just a figment of her imagination. Right? Like the childhood stories that her mother loved to read to her at bedtime. Wasn’t it? Until it was not. On her twenty-first birthday, she finally learned the truth about her mother’s death. At least what her father told her. Suddenly, the nightmare became her reality. But that was not the worst part. --- “No!” Elyana gasped in shock as her eyes fixated on the man who just entered the room. “Mr. Kowen Caldwell, the CEO of the Storm Group.” The announcement rang loudly in her ears. “No, it can’t be him.” She whispered, lips trembling and breath shaking, completely caught off guard by his sudden presence. After spending a perfect night with a stranger, she thought she would never see him again. But here he was, standing in front of her. The man who filled her mind day and night. The man who was the father of her unborn child. And the monster who was suspected of being responsible for her mother’s death. The BIG BAD WOLF in her nightmare. --- “It’s you,” Kowen responded with recognition reflecting in his eyes. The stranger beneath the RED HOOD. --- [Warning: Mature steamy content, moderate violence, and some inappropriate language] COVER PHOTO - Credit to the owner.
bishop1275 · 42 Views

Uma Musume: Arena All Star Dream Cup!(What-If)

(Just type 'UMAASDC' in the search area for find this book) Once, you were only a mobile game player and anime viewer, someone who knew the races, the skills, and all the back stories of Uma Musume: Pretty Derby. Everything belonged on a screen. Until one night, your phone glitched, and you woke up standing before Tracen Academy, holding a real Trainer ID. Seiun Sky, A lazy-looking schemer with sharp instincts and a dangerous mind as playful person. She wasn’t born from a famous bloodline, nor raised with expectations of greatness. No legendary pedigree. No overwhelming physical talent. No spotlight from the start as a local horse. King Halo, Proud, demanding, and desperate to prove she belongs at the top as the first class horse not to be treated as a "Daughter of A Legendary Horse," Silence Suzuka, Gentle, radiant, and far too fast for her own good. We as players know the cruel future that once awaited her as a great escaper. Haru Urara, Cheerful, endlessly positive, and famous for never winning. As players, we know the truth. We understand why Haru Urara never stops smiling, why she keeps running forward with unwavering positivity. It all began with the Arima Kinen she watched as a child. But standing beside them as an actual trainer, not a player, one question becomes unavoidable: Can someone who knows the ending rewrite their fate and guide them all toward futures they were never meant to have? It's up to you, trainer-san! (The race uses the in-game skill, so enjoy it!)
DaoistAhZe27 · 290.6k Views

The Back Bench Pact

This is a story about noise—the kind that fills classrooms, cafeterias, group chats, and living rooms. About chaos that looks childish from the outside but quietly keeps people alive on the inside. At its heart is Rhea, sharp-tongued, observant, dramatic in her own head, navigating school days packed with surprise tests, ridiculous debates, sibling wars at home, and friendships that feel louder than the school bell. Through her eyes, ordinary days turn into spectacles—teachers roasting students, friends losing battles to notebooks, lunch tables becoming debate stages, and laughter becoming a survival skill. Around her is a group that doesn’t try to be perfect: Kabir, calm, sarcastic, steady—feeling more than he admits. Yuhan, quiet, thoughtful, carrying the weight of past loneliness and slowly learning what it means to belong. Samar and Neel, walking disasters with golden hearts—overacting, bickering, losing games, winning laughter, and turning every moment into a scene no one forgets. There is no dramatic love confession here. Just glances held a second too long. Comfort in silence. Care disguised as jokes. Feelings that exist before anyone is brave enough to name them. This story isn’t about toppers or backbenchers, heroes or villains. It’s about friendship that feels overwhelming in the best way, families that tease because they love, birthdays that matter only because of the people around you, and school days that someday become memories you miss without realizing when they ended. A chaotic, wholesome, funny, and deeply human slice of growing up— where love hides in laughter, and belonging sounds a lot like noise.
Payal_Goswami_6362 · 7.3k Views

She’s My Wife, So I’ll Protect Her However I Want

Male MC| No-Harem| No Yuri| No Yaoi| No NTR [WARNING: This book contains rape, torture, and murder. However, the MC never violates or rapes women; in fact, he despises such acts.] ____________________ ____________________ “…Pathetic.” “Look at you. Crawling. Bleeding. Powerless.” “Same damn excuses, just like back then.” “Still so ready to give up.” “Those bullshit feelings made you weak.” “Have you forgotten your vow?” “The promise you swore in blood.” “If you're really him... then stand.” “Show them who you are.” “Rise—” “Let the darkness in once again.” --- In the quiet town of Velhart, Kael is mocked as the weakest adventurer. No one suspects the truth. Behind tired eyes and a dull smile lies a man with a past soaked in blood — a nightmare no one could survive and stay sane. An assassin who walked through hell itself. Now, he hides behind a smile in a town that scorns him. But he hasn’t changed completely. He still remembers. He still hunts. And in the silence, evil men still die. These days, he only seeks peace… and maybe, one day, love. But fate wasn't so kind. Forced into an arranged marriage with Seraphina, the cold and commanding Captain of the Knight Order, Kael expected nothing — and got even less. She despised him. Saw him as worthless. But her hatred… didn’t break him. It changed him. Not with kindness. Not with warmth. But through her rejection, her silence, her presence — she unknowingly gave him a reason to stay. After their marriage, he barely spoke. Silent. Distant. But now… he enjoys pushing her buttons. Teasing her with lazy smiles and harmless jests. Never realizing when the lines between amusement and affection began to blur. And for the first time in his life… Kael wanted something more. A peaceful life. A family. A future without blades. But peace doesn’t mean mercy. Not for people like him. Because the world never forgets monsters. But when Seraphina finally uncovers the truth — when she realizes the man she vowed to arrest is the same one she’s come to care for — what will she choose? Her unshakable duty… Or the husband she was never meant to love? And when swords are drawn and the final truth is laid bare — will love be enough to bridge the chasm between an assassin’s sins and a knight’s sacred oath? Now, as shadows stir and blood calls to blood, the past claws its way back from the grave. The man he tried to leave behind — the legend spoken only in fear — is awakening once again. Because the darkness never lets go. --- A/N: Don’t expect everything right away. This is a slow build, Volume 01 will be a mix of their complex relationship and a good number of fights. Assassination? Obviously. If you're patient, the fall… and the rise… will be worth it. The story takes place three years after their marriage. I also want to make it clear that MC isn't overpowered yet. He's strong, but there are still many characters who are stronger than him. It will take time before he truly becomes overpowered. Also, your feedback means a lot as this is my first book. It tells me someone’s actually reading. And that alone keeps me going. So please, don’t hold back—leave a comment and share your thoughts. Thank you. ____________________ ____________________ Update Schedule: Every Week 11:00 PM GMT (+6) (Saturday) 01:00 AM GMT (+8) (Sunday) Per Chapter Length: 1300-6000 words.
Introvertdrift · 203.6k Views

My mortal consort

[ MATURE CONTENT ] In a moment of revelation, Geb confesses, "She... is my consort." Nut, the goddess of the sky and Geb's sister, is taken aback by this declaration. How could her brother—a powerful Egyptian god—choose a mere mortal as his partner? Enraged, Nut loses control; her eyes glow white as she unleashes a tempest of thunder and brimstone upon Geb and his beloved. Yet, Geb's primary concern is not for himself but for his lifeless consort, whom he cradles in his arms, shielding her from Nut's wrath. ————————————————- After being banished from ancient Egypt to the modern world of the 21st century due to his neglect of the supreme father, Geb finds himself entangled in a web of divine secrets. His arrival in contemporary Egypt reveals truths about the supreme father that could change everything—for he alone possesses the power and determination to confront the dark deeds that have ensnared the other deities. Will Geb succeed in his quest for justice with the help of his mortal consort? The outcome remains uncertain. ————————————————- In a world where gods typically do not fall for mortals, Geb's love story defies fate itself. Encountering rejection from the god of fate and facing obstacles from nature and time, he learns that sometimes love requires sacrifice. Yet, telling a stubborn god to let go may be the greatest challenge of all. Dive into this thrilling fictional tale of Egyptian gods and their tumultuous destinies!
Nessy_Biora · 164.2k Views

The Alpha Who Stole Me Through the time

When the worlds began to fracture, people started appearing from other timelines, some vanishing in hours, others trapped forever between realities. Among them was Choi Haneul, a breathtaking Omega whose beauty turned into his curse. For a week, he ran from cameras, hunters, and Alphas obsessed with claiming him. The world called him “The Otherworldly Omega.” But only a few knew the horrifying possibility: Haneul’s pheromones matched the forbidden scent of Eunoia World the same world whose rare pheromone-drug caused Korea’s 2019 catastrophe. Thousands died. Entire families were erased. And the company responsible, PharmaCorp, walked free after a single year of bail. Since then, the world has lived in fear of Eunoia. Fear of the pheromones that can break bodies from the inside. Fear of the travelers who might carry them. One stormy night, chased through the streets, Haneul saw a car door open and dove inside. not knowing that the owner of the car, Kang Taekyun, would rewrite his fate forever. Kim Taekyun, the cold and disciplined CEO of Korea’s most powerful medical empire, lost his wife two years ago in a tragic accident that left his five-year-old daughter mute. Since then, he has lived by duty, not desire, bound by tradition, pressured to remarry, and chained by a past that still bleeds. He has money, power, and silence. What he does not have is warmth. Until an Omega from another world hides in his car, trembling, drenched, and smelling like the first breath after grief. Haneul was supposed to disappear like every other traveler. Instead, he becomes the only one who makes Taekyun’s daughter smile again and the only person who touches the heart Taekyun believed had died. But time does not forgive stolen moments. Nor does PharmaCorp, who will do anything to claim an Eunoia Omega. As the fractures between worlds spread, as more travelers bleed into Korea without warning, as fear grows and blood is spilled in the name of “finding the Eunoian,” Taekyun must choose: Obey the world that forced him into coldness, or fight the world that seeks to erase the one person who brought him back to life. Because loving someone from Eunoia means loving someone the world was never meant to keep.
soo_young_7360 · 47.8k Views

Tutorial Target: I Farmed Skills While They Beat Me For 1,000 Years

They called it the "Tutorial Village." I called it hell. For one thousand years, I was the wooden practice dummy that every new player hacked at to learn their first skill. Warriors burned me. Rogues stabbed my kidneys. Mages used me for target practice while I screamed soundlessly, respawning instantly, feeling every goddamn hit. The System classified me as [E-Rank Monster: Immortal]. Bullshit. I was the bitch of the starter zone. But the System made one mistake: it didn't cap my skill acquisition. Every sword that cut me, every fireball that melted my face, every arrow that pierced my eye, I learned it. At 0.01% power. Stored it. Hoarded it like a dragon with a grudge. After ten million beatings, I had every skill in the game. I just couldn't use them. NPC code. Frozen. Helpless. Until Sung Min-ho walked in. Rank #1. The "Perfect Hero." The asshole who holds the speedrun record for fastest tutorial clear. He needed to shave 0.4 seconds off his time. So he hit me with his ultimate skill, something no one had ever used on a practice dummy before. And for the first time in a millennium, the pain broke the code. I moved. I caught his blade. I looked that smug bastard in the eye and said: "Welcome to the fucking tutorial." Now I'm loose in a world that treated me like furniture. I've got 10,000 skills at 0.01% power, a healing potion addiction, and a list of every player who's ever hit me. They practiced on me. Now I'm going to practice on them.
marcusedge26 · 129 Views