sparkling smiles

Natasha Aluna, tidak ada yang dia pikirkan selain bagaimana nasib pekerjaannya dan satu lagi, bagaimana kabar Raga pradipta. Masa mudanya berakhir menyedihkan, harapan-harapan yang ia bangun selama hidupnya hancur lebur karena perkara kedua orangtuanya. Bagaimana bisa orang tua meninggalkan banyak musibah saat mereka meninggalkan dunia? Mengapa pula banyak orang tua yang bersikap seakan mereka benar dan anaknya adalah yang paling salah dalam urusan keluarga? Pikiran Natasha hanya tentang bagaimana rasanya dicintai, entah itu oleh keluarga, kekasih, atau bahkan yang paling simple oleh teman. Semua orang hanya menyukai dia dan harta milik orangtuanya, bahkan saat mereka tau bahwa Natasha tidak lagi menjadi orang berada, mereka meninggalkannya sendiri. Harapannya bertemu sosok seperti Raga, penyayang, tampan, baik hati, hangat, dan yang paling penting adalah... pria itu tidak pernah memandang tinggi rendahnya kasta. Aku mencoba tidak menyukainya bahkan saat dia berbaik hati padaku, karena semua orang yang menerima cintaku tidak akan pernah berakhir baik saat saling berhubungan. — Natasha Aluna. Saat melihat Natasha, pikiran pertama ku adalah dia anak yang kesepian. Maka dari itu aku banyak meluangkan waktu untuknya, tidak ada pikiran untuk mencintainya. — Raga Pradipta.

Insomnia, depression and what's worse, he had absolutely no appetite. Things couldn't get any worse for him. Yet when life had already made him hit rock-bottom, there was nothing left to lose anymore. Thrown into such situation, a young man who wasn't in the best mental condition, suddenly got nicknamed Midnight and found himself visiting the same girl over and over again every night in her backyard. The girl being the same one he had had a crush on years ago. The problem is... This girl has no idea who he is, nor did he have any intention to let her know. In such situation a question arises: How do I make her like me back?

Prepare yourself for a wildly absurd, scream-out-loud, utterly chaotic comedy where ghosts, eBunnee fame, and awkward encounters collide! Lillian Steele is the world's most timid ghost hunter—but don't let that fool you. Her livestreams of terror, tears, and panicked sprints earn her thousands of obsessive followers. And when a mischievous, hyperactive ghost named Larisa crashes into her life, nothing is ever normal again. Larisa isn't your average ghost. She's semi-transparent, sparkly, and obsessed with fame… and she literally follows Lillian home. Together, they stumble into misadventures involving creepy forests, feral spiders, dancing mists, and bizarre magical mayhem—all while dodging furious, confused fans in the chat. Add in double-date disasters, voice-mimicking ghosts, and one billion eBunnee followers, and you've got a recipe for internet-famous chaos. Featuring: A glittering ghost with a personality bigger than your house Online fan chaos that'll make you snort-laugh Magic, mishaps, and cringe-worthy but adorable moments galore Every page is a whirlwind of laughs, awkwardness, and anime-inspired absurdity.

Synopsis: When twin sisters are exact opposite but somehow gets entangled with the same guy. Michael Louis was a twelve year old young CEO who after the death of his mother lost interest in this world. He was tired of living hence attempted suicide. Claudia Larabee, the opposite twin of Clara Larabee, had suffered much unfairness by her family. For the twelve years of her life, her sister had been a thorn in her flesh. Amidst the wickedness her sister had shown her was forcing a nurse to suck blood from her as donation to some young heir. The consequence of that action, Claudia didn’t really recover from. Claudia, unknown to her, had become a reason a young boy had to live. Yearning to meet her for once in his life, Michael stumbles upon her wrong twin, Clara. Years later, he returns to find her again. The journey he makes to establish a lasting relationship proves dangerous to Claudia, as her wicked twin gets a rich and dangerous friend. Would Michael realize he’s falling for the wrong twin? Or would fate forever give Claudia painful smiles?

Spring has sprung, and with it, smiley faces. When yellow crocuses bloom all over town in the shape of an emoji during April’s first warm days, reporter Nero Storm is sent out to discover their meaning and origin.<br><br>Nero has little to smile about himself, what with dysfunctional family drama and a tragic love life. The previous fall, it seemed as if he might have finally met the man of his dreams in dog daddy, ride share operator, and charity organizer Z. Though the two spent but ten morning and evening car rides together, sparks flew. Unfortunately, at the end of that time, Nero witnessed a crime, and Z disappeared.<br><br>Now, as the rest of the world looks forward to a new beginning promised by spring, Nero is left to wonder. Are the smiley face flowers a message for him, and will he ever see Z’s smile again for real?

“Look me in the eye and tell me, that night meant nothing and I meant nothing to you.” Sebastian caressed her cheeks lovingly, ignoring her tears. Zara closed her eyes trying to hide her feelings and spoke harshly. “Perhaps you should try to find someone else to satisfy your lust.” She pushed him hard as he is pressing into her more but to no avail. “What’s your problem? Why are you being stubborn? Why are you denying your feelings for me?” asked Sebastian tightening his grip on her thigh. “I don’t want you and I hate what you are doing to me right now. Do you understand?” "Hate me if you can" He ripped her panties making her scream Sebastian Wild thought that making Zara Jones his wife will be his happily ever after of his life. It isn't easy to make his sunshine submit to him when she is headstrong on rejecting him countless times. Little did he know that the actual story begins after claiming his sparkling sunshine. And, he will be the reason for the pain his little baby will go through. ______ "Who are you? Why did you kidnap me?” Zara leaned her head on the window as she was feeling dizzy. “I am Poison’s right hand and all you need to know is that I'm going to kill you now.” Zara’s heart beat increased after hearing his reply and was sweating profoundly. She prayed to God to send her Bash to her as soon as possible. She never harmed anyone in her life then why is Poison after her? “Why?” “You loved someone you shouldn’t have.” Only Zara Jones knew the battles she fought to remember the promise she made to her father in exchange for her studies. The struggles she faced to forget the fateful night with her Bash. But at last when she decided to confront her fears and pave a path for her future with Sebastian Wild, everything changed. The enemy she never knew existed wants her dead. One day, she was dreaming about her life with her Bash and the next day she lost everything, literally. Her love, her family and almost her life. How can she survive after witnessing the love of her life marrying someone that is not her? How is it possible for her to be free from the clutches of Poison, The notorious underground Mafia Don. How did she even become his target? Moreover, has she lost her Bash forever? What will be the fate of Sebastian Wild and Zara Jones? Will they overcome the hurdles in their way?

In the enchanting city of Mondstadt, where magic and adventure intertwine, a spirited young girl named Klee possesses explosive talents that light up the skies and captivate hearts. Raised by her loving mother, Alice, Klee's gift becomes both a source of wonder and a challenge to control. When Klee stumbles upon her late grandfather's hidden diary, she unearths a legacy that spans generations—a legacy woven with alchemical secrets, ancient artifacts, and a power that could shape the fate of Mondstadt. Guided by the diary's cryptic clues, Klee embarks on a journey of discovery alongside her loyal friend, Timmie. As they decipher riddles and follow the trail of forgotten alchemists, their paths cross with an enigmatic adventurer named Soren. Together, they unearth a hidden workshop and unlock the first thread of a mystery that intertwines their destinies. Amidst the backdrop of Klee's explosive antics and the allure of Mondstadt's festivals, tensions rise and misunderstandings emerge. But a greater threat looms—a nefarious group with dark ambitions seeks to exploit Klee's unique powers for their own gain. As the trio delves deeper, revelations about Klee's grandfather, Gunnhildr, and his connection to the antagonists come to light. United by a shared purpose, Klee, Timmie, and Soren gather allies from Mondstadt's diverse community to confront the looming danger. Guided by the wisdom of Gunnhildr's teachings, Klee grapples with the responsibility of her explosive abilities. As friendships are tested and alliances forged, the group faces trials that push their limits, leading to a final explosive battle that will determine the fate of Mondstadt. In a stunning twist, a betrayal within their midst shatters their trust and forces Klee to confront her deepest fears. With newfound resolve, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, harnessing the power within her to face an ultimate confrontation with the leader of the antagonists. As the story reaches its crescendo, Klee emerges victorious from the battle, her bonds stronger than ever. The city that once trembled under the threat of darkness now stands united in the light of triumph. Klee's explosive journey comes full circle as she reflects on her past, embraces her present, and looks toward a future filled with adventure, friendship, and the promise of new beginnings.

Story of a boy who suffered through the terrors of War

Ryan's pretty sure he's a he. But after a drunken night of listening to feminisation audios, he wakes up to a surprise that threatens that oh-so-stable identity. As my first contribution here, this story will serve as a playground for me to explore my pet interests as well as new ones, to find out what works and how to best enthral you, my soon-to-be faithful readership. Come onboard if you love music, hilarious/awkward/crushing sidetracks and observations on life, weird lit, metaphysics and esoteric kenowledge, altered states of consciousness and being, etc etc. Come onboard even if you don't.

Qin Yao opens her eyes and finds herself transmigrated from a post-apocalyptic world into the body of an ancient peasant woman. Her family consists of four stepchildren needing care. A good-for-nothing husband, who has nothing but looks, is causing a ruckus. They live in a thatched hut, without a grain of rice, the family is emaciated like refugees. If that wasn't enough, someone even comes to collect debts! Anger rises in Qin Yao's heart, and she kicks the wretched husband out, "Debt collector, feel free to just beat him to death!" The four stepchildren: !!! With the world quieted, Qin Yao rolls up her sleeves to revive the family. Hunting, carrying bags, fighting bandits, she's an expert in all. But facing the fields, with her back to the sky, and her face to the earth, even a top-tier fighter from the post-apocalyptic world waves her hand: Can't take it! Really can't take it! Qin Yao scratches her head: In the ancient times where agricultural taxes are extremely high, how can I avoid farming? At this moment, the lazy husband who was sent away to die (twisting and crawling) (struggling to stand up) (screaming and roaring): My dear! I think I can be saved!