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The Gentleman at the End
by Yellow Shirt Fatty
Dear tired Reader, it is an honor that you have chosen this book amidst the heavy, gloomy aisles of the Library.It is with some regret, however, that I must inform you this book is ill.Your fingers should be able to feel the raised Proliferation of tissues on the surface of the Skin of the book, The words written in days of old are like Parasites taking root in the pages, longing for someone to observe their writhing,To sense, to decipher, and to touch the very essence of this sick story.If you …
My Master Only Breaks Through on the Edge of Death
by Pork 200 Pounds
"Master, I'm sorry... It's all my fault that you could not break through before your last moments.""Don't worry, my disciple. I will not die," said Xu Fan as he smiled at his disciple, whose face was covered with tears.“If only… If only I could get you a few more Foundation Establishment Pills..." The genius of the sect knelt on the floor while crying like a baby.Xu Fan looked at his oldest disciple and sighed. He then took out a Foundation Establishment Pill and nonchalantly threw it into his m…
Villainous Instructor at the Academy
by Luxioz
[WSA-2025-ENTRY]"Why? Just why?""Why did I became this guy?" That was the first thing I said when I see myself on the mirrors reflection. Lucien Drelmont. A bottom-tier instructor at Noctis Ardentis Academy. A joke of a character. A corrupt, talentless noble despised by both students and faculty. He was one of the early game villain, that was destined to die, a stepping stone for the protagonist, a scapegoat for the Academy, no matter what way the game is played his death was destined. And now I…
System at One End and Harem at the Other End
by rizzlord
Warning: Explicit Adult Content Ahead!Caution: This novel contains strong language and explicit adult scenes. Reader discretion is advised.[ Goddess of Sex takes pity on you ][Goddess of Sex gives her blessing ]In the depths of despair and at the door of death, a virgin David, on the verge of demise from excessive self-indulgence, received a life-altering blessing one fateful day.TAGS:#NoYuri #NoLGBTContent #NoYaoi #NoLoli #NoIncest #NoNTR #System #Harem #Polyamory #Rewards #Sex #StoryProgressio…
On the Edge
by Joanna Mazurkiewicz
A cocky Scot, an innocent pole dancer and a penthouse apartment with a view. What could go wrong?To escape her difficult past Sasha jumps into an opportunity of managing the sale of the stylish,up market apartment.All of this sounds like a dream, but no one has ever mentioned the arrogant, mouthy Scottish god that lives next door. The problem is that Dexter isn't just good looking, he is also a fist-clenching, heart-pounding, fervent hot man, who makes her heart flutter uncontrollably. She hates…
Married At 19
by B1795H
Nathan Harrison, a 19 years old guy forced to marry a young heiress of a noble family, Isabella Dawson because of his parents last wish. They already knew each other but he never had special feeling for her or even thought of her, not even once. However, opposite for the girl who has been in love with him for years without anyone knows about it at all.Follow their story as Nathan slowly started to develop feeling towards Bella, but too ego to admit it, until the third person tried to steal her a…
Men at Play
by R.W. Clinger
When video game designer Brett Bett attends a New Year's Eve party, he reunites with friends and foes. Happily single with no intention of discovering a "possible" boyfriend, Brett meets the private party's handsome bartender, Nevin McBane. The attraction between them is immediate.<br><br>Through an assortment of party games, the two become quite acquainted with each other. Numerous drinks are shared, histories of their pasts are learned, and dancing becomes necessary.<br><br>Frankly, Brett thin…
At the edges of infinity (Apocalypse)
by charbel_raad
It's an apocalyptic story that began when the king of the gods, "Jarvěs", felt a forbidden love for a mortal woman he couldn't love freely for fear of upsetting the cosmic balance he had created when he created the universe. This god then decided to destroy his desire by destroying the mortal world, and called upon the dwarf weaver of destiny: the latter wove the god's desires into the canvas of destiny with golden thread, but being deaf and almost blind, made several mistakes, shifting the date…
The Double-Edged Curse
by Diamond_sunshine
When twin royals are born through the use of dark magic and shedding of innocent blood, a dark curse is placed upon them, threatening the kingdom's future. Desperate to save the crown prince, the royal family makes a fateful decision to transfer the curse to the princess, and kill her together with it. But fate seemed to have other plans, and the princess was saved and hidden where no one would find her.****Alexander’s eyes slowly fluttered open as he felt a sharp pain on his head. He tried to m…
The Killing at District 12
by WolfsBane
There were mysterious murders taking place at District 12 every last weekend of the month and the serial killer was at large."Our killer was not just deliberately peeling of the face of his victims. He was also eviscerating their body and purging out their organs, particularly their hearts. It was like the killer wanted to remove everything that made one human."Two people who used to be high school friends and also shared a painful past; both lost a loved one on an incident that happened six yea…
Erethna: Edges of Existence
by TheCosmicDragonOff
“In a world where gods go silent and monsters whisper in the dark… one forgotten name begins to echo again.”After falling through the cracks of reality itself, a man wakes up in chains — nameless, powerless, and lost.They call him Antares.But even he doesn’t know if that name is truly his.With no memories and no allies, he is thrust into a world of arcane empires, warring noble houses, and hidden forces that shape destiny from behind closed doors. Here, strength is law, and weakness is an invita…
Hidden Edges
by Blackturtle
Being married to a Connor, Crystal Anderson is caught up in the family's drama, mystery and tradition. She goes on a family vacation in the woods with her husband, Dylan Connor, Betty and Jake Connor, Dylan's parents where scary truths are unfolded, decisions are made, things are seen, hearts are broken, blood is shed. Is there an escape? If there is, can she really escape?
Edge of The Ending
by AuthorZX
when the three sun rise out from the endless horizon, instead of four. Xen take the resolve to protect his son under the five skys. Where he is the strongest person but not an immortal existence.While Xen was seeking for his dream, the dream that only he and one another person know about, under the heaven. And that person, who arrived on this world from nowhere and without clues. But Xen guessed that, he arrived on this world from future. While protecting his son, which was a gift from heaven, t…
LIFE EDGES
by Field_marshal
this is the life Blake Johnson he is just an ordinary high schooler bullied by others dumped by his girl friend he is going through the roughest years of his life.
Love At Stake
by Mana_efehiz
"Tobin! Tobin!" She called out his name, but he was gone. And was probably never coming back. She had seen that look in his eyes before. He was angry and in that state he was capable of doing anything. "You are ungrateful. After all the Lancaster have done for you. You have no right to be so angry! Do you think staying with your loser father would have been better? Look I know what I suffered as a kid. My supposed dad, your biological father was all I got and I dare say he failed in his responsi…
The Goddess At My University
by SleepingIce
At Crestfield University, located in the scenic city of Silverbridge, students come from all walks of life, chasing ambitions and carving fresh starts. For Chase, a freshman, Crestfield is more than just a university—it’s a chance to escape the lingering impressions of middle and high school. Despite his best efforts to blend in, his natural charisma and appearance always seemed to betray him, especially when surrounded by those who remembered him.Now, far from familiar faces and old perceptions…
Run on Shadow's Edge
by ags2020b
Forensic Jorge Velez is on the heels of a series of murders but the events unfolding may have already happened. His team found intertwined events, unusual evidences, strange disappearances, time lapses, and feeling of 'deja vu'. In order for them to truly find out what is happening they literally need to run towards the shadow's edge and fell 150 meters below.--------Did he just walk inside a top secret military program? Where is Dr. Molina? What is his purpose in inviting him?The electri…
Edge Jump
by Elizabeth Noble
Brett Rocha retired from pro-hockey while still at the top of his game. Co-owner of a chain of restaurants and an inherited ice skating academy, he seems to have it all. Despite his fame, wealth, and good fortune, though, Brett suddenly finds himself painfully alone.<br><br>Ex-Olympic figure skating star Rylan Hennessy transitioned to professional ice dancing with Celia, Brett’s sister and Rylan’s lifelong partner on the ice. Then tragedy strikes, and Rylan’s world is turned upside down, too.<br…
Divine Trinity Quest: Into the Server's Edge
by Writersoul
In the world of Shannia, the holders of the powerful Divine Trinity Frames waged a catastrophic war against each other. The aftermath of their battle sparked a quest to obtain these fabled relics. For centuries, Frame Users have raced to the Edge of the Server, vying to claim the Frames and bend reality to their will. But the quest is treacherous, and only the strongest will survive to claim victory. Will you be the one to conquer the Divine Trinity Quest and rewrite the fate of Shannia?—————⚠️ …