Beneath the Midnight Star
by mimashuks002277
After her grandmother’s funeral, Lily Marchand awakens in the creaking belly of a ghostly ship, dressed in salt-stiff mourning clothes and clutching a locket she’s never seen before. The sea groans around her. Moonlight fractures through cracked portholes. The name Midnight Star whispers through the fog like an echo from another life.As Lily searches for answers, shadows move through the corridors—some familiar, some impossibly wrong. The walls breathe with memory, and the names carved into the …
The Princess Born out of Wedlock
by Yedidyah_Beneki
Prince Kabula of the African House of Badila in the Netherlands and Princess Honoka of Japan shared a secret, forbidden romance-one that defied royal expectations and cultural boundaries. From their love, a child was born: a girl named Chisa. But with neither family willing to accept their relationship or the child born out of wedlock, the heartbroken royals made an impossible decision-they left their daughter behind, erasing her existence to protect their reputations.Raised in a Tokyo children'…
Almost hell
by E_Shlash
- (Do you want to die?)- "YES!"But I didn't die! why? WHY! WHY...I can't see anyone, I can't see anything! where am I?all I see is white, white, white, WHITE!please... why should I suffer more than I already did...
Ruthless Mafia Captive
by princess_h
Elena Morelli was never meant to be part of the underworld. Living a quiet life as an aspiring artist, she had no idea that her bloodline held a secret—one that made her a target.One night was all it took to destroy the illusion of safety.Dragged to a nightclub by her best friend, Elena made a reckless decision—to let go, to indulge, to forget the dull routine of her life for just a few hours. That was when she met Alessio DeLuca.He was devastatingly handsome, dangerously intense, and completely…
Red star: Gates to hell
by RJNSNK
In a far away land there exists a clan long famed for their strength. That clan is called the heirs of fire who inherited the very first flame. A certain young man who is named Hi meets Sozin a monk on his path to become a master. That is the beginning of long journey across the lands where they encounter a multitude of strong foes ranging from all manner of Monsters to Demon and Humans. Someone is plotting to open the gates of hell to unleash a demon plague on humanity. Will Hi and his party be…
Flower Of Death
by Moon_knight12
She solves murders.She used to commit them.Detective Aesira walks the rain-slicked streets of Old Town with a mind like a scalpel and secrets buried in shadows. Known for cracking the most confounding cases, she’s cold, brilliant—and haunted. Years ago, she silenced the killer within herself. Or so she thought.When a series of murders begin to mimic her long-forgotten crimes—complete with chilling floral arrangements at every scene—Aesira is forced to confront a terrifying truth: someone knows w…
Rules Horror: Dead on Day One
by Maxfan
The clock hasn't struck midnight, but the lights snap off. Darkness descends upon Sanzhong Experimental Middle School's late-night study session, thick and malevolent. Then, phones blaze to life, displaying not messages, but thirteen blood-red rules for survival.Rule #1: Stay silent. A single scream, a whispered answer to a non-existent teacher, and you're erased – violently. One classmate learns this instantly, dissolving into gore before their terrified eyes.Trapped in a nightmare version of t…
MANUS Unleashed- The Rise of the World's First True AI Agent
by lionsarebold
The emergence of MANUS, the world’s first true General AI agent, marks a groundbreaking moment in AI evolution. Developed by the Chinese tech startup Monica, MANUS is not limited to specialized tasks but is designed to perform complex, multi-faceted workflows across industries. With its ability to autonomously execute tasks like research, business automation, and design, MANUS is revolutionizing industries such as healthcare, real estate, and business. As a symbol of China’s AI ambitions, it cha…
Master of Open Plan
by Mia_Lee_3449
After Zhao Deliang's official pen holder Ouyang Tong was promoted to the position of Deputy Director of Jiangnan Provincial Television Station, his prospects were bright. The support of high-ranking official Wu Meng behind the scenes, the help of media prince Tang Xiaozhou, the appearance of beautiful and influential people, the shameless greed, betrayal, and even crazy framing of partners, the sexual maneuvering between allies and even opponents, and the repeated breakthroughs in moral bottom l…
Honor Among Wolves
by princess_h
Matteo "Matt" Bianchi, a rising figure in the Italian mafia, as he navigates betrayal, power struggles, and war with the FBI after executing his childhood friend-turned-informant, Vince Moretti. With his sharp and dangerous ally, Miriam, by his side, Matt must outmaneuver his ruthless uncle Dominic Bianchi, all while the law closes in.
Stupid Virgin OP
by Shigoku
A noble warrior whom everyone loves and desires… or not? The strongest, most agile, and most intelligen— no, the dumbest virgin in the world, who receives OP abilities in a fantasy world.
Reign of the Dragon King
by NovaQuinn2611
Betrayed by those he trusted and slain in battle, Leonard Drayven, once a feared and respected warlord, awakens centuries later—reborn as the exiled prince of a fallen kingdom. With the memories of his past life intact and a mysterious dragon core pulsing within him, he embarks on a path of conquest, determined to reclaim his rightful throne and reshape the world under his rule.Armed with unparalleled knowledge of warfare, an unstoppable will, and the power of dragons, Leonard rises from obscuri…
GENIUS'S GAMBIT
by Sheeronicle
Follows Hakim, a brilliant puzzle maker, as he and a group of students are kidnapped and placed in a remote facility. Facing deadly challenges orchestrated by a malevolent host, Hakim must use his intellect to survive. With each victory, they edge closer to uncovering the truth behind their abduction and escaping their captor's twisted game. Tensions rise as they confront unknown penalties for failure, forging alliances and facing their fears along the way.
The City of Three Layers
by vlad_ots
In a city divided into three levels, Donald Ferrick struggles to survive amidst the smog and restrictions of the Lower Level. A dark tale of inequality and an attempt to escape routine. I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com.
Reflections in the Forge
by C_K_Shetty
In the heart of a noisy Indian city, Arjun—a once-ambitious engineering student—finds himself slowly unraveling under the weight of distractions, self-doubt, and silent comparisons. Just when he begins to lose sight of his dreams, a quiet conversation with a wise professor at a roadside chai tapri sparks something deeper: reflection, purpose, and the fire to forge himself anew.Reflections In The Forge is not just Arjun’s story—it’s every student’s journey through confusion, distraction, and the …
be derailed
by Mia_Lee_3449
Do you believe that there are countless parallel spaces identical to the universe you live in?It's clearly the same person, an arrogant wealthy woman in this space, and a working girl with nothing in another place.All parallel spaces of well water do not cross the river water, and theoretically they will never intersect. One day, the domineering wealthy woman Jiang Xiaoyuan became her "self" in another time and space in a long planned accident.Stripping away family background, education, appeara…
Christine's Muse
by Anirudh_Anand
Christine and Anna both perceive their friendship in absolutely different ways, although both of which are absolutely peculiar. They share the same apartment, but because of high expenditure and for the sake of her career, Christine has to leave her friend. Soon she discovers that her this decision is turning out to be rather horrific. It’s something paranormal!How will Christine deal with it? Will she be safe? This short story is a big roller coaster that will give your emotions some significan…
A company that helps people realize their dreams
by EvilEyeFairy
You want Thor's hammer? No problem, we'll give you what you want!You want Thanos' Infinity Stones? No problem, we'll give you what you want!As long as you have enough dream coins, any wish can come true!
Not being a succubus
by Mia_Lee_3449
Introduction to Strange Family Letters Xiao Ji:When you read this letter, your mother has already gone to another world with your father.Mom doesn't want to keep it from you, but in order to give you a healthy childhood, there are some things that she hasn't told you clearly, but now it's almost time for you to know.Do you remember those mythological stories that your mother told you when you were a child? In fact, the people and events in the story are all true, which is why our family is di…
Midnight Convenience Store
by aghiii
“At 2 a.m., the customers aren’t human.”In the stillness of a midnight convenience store, Aya, a humanoid clerk, stands behind the register. With skin eerily human and eyes like the night sky, she shouldn’t feel a thing. But at 2 a.m., the automatic door slides open, and uncanny visitors step inside: a man with no warmth, a girl with hollow eyes, and a weathered scrap of paper that refuses to stay gone. As the lights flicker and her system screams, Aya finds herself ensnared by something she can…