sandhill crane hunts

In a world desiccated by the Great Thirst, the last remnant of life is the Aqua Vitae—a miraculous subterranean font that provides Water, Energy, and Residual Magic as a single, inseparable essence. For decades, the ruthless Soladorn Syndicate has maintained absolute power by controlling the Aqua Vitae. From their monolithic Spire, they violently separate the W.E.R.M., rationing it to control the populace and hoarding the potent magic for themselves. The system is stable. The control is total. But the source is dying.

"Fetters that the eye cannot see are harder to break than iron chains." - Cal. One day a young man, who is in oppressive thoughts about money and success in general, finds a notebook once written by an unknown person for achieving his own grandiose goals. Reading the notes, he decides to take them as a guide, which gradually reveals to him the essence of things, finally leading him to action. The process of development is also aided by the pact that Cal and Timothy make between themselves, as well as other characters and important events. Upon reaching certain heights in business, Cal is approached by those like him, the owners of the records, revealing to him the real state of affairs. Cal then has to take sides and fight, risking absolutely everything, including his own life. Cal's final decision will be made when he meets Timothy and finds the terms of their agreement fulfilled. Dear reader, thank you for choosing my book, I hope your reading will be pleasant and useful. (The original is being written in Russian, an amateur translation is presented to your attention.) Tip to the author :)

Kris Riot is a man forced into living in the wilderness of Alaska. He gets more than he bargained for when he saves a stranger from death. Litte was he prepared for the troubles that soon followed.

In the Elysian realm, a white-haired little Princess was born in the Land of Sunshia. Despite the fact that the Kingdom of Sunshia had been blessed with a beautiful white-haired baby. The King doesn't even think of her as his daughter. He believed the old legends that if you were blessed with a child with white hair, everyone around her would die. As an outcome, the King makes a hasty and cruel decision for the entire Kingdom. He told the midwife who came when his wife was in labor to throw the baby anywhere or, worse, kill her. But because the Queen knows she gave birth to a girl, they swap the Queen's baby for the slave's baby. While the midwife was about to dispose of the Queen's daughter, some knights started chasing her down. The king intended to get rid of both the Queen's daughter and midwife without mercy. Fortunately, the midwife and the baby were able to flee into another Kingdom with the assistance of a friend. The midwife's rage led to a promise that the only way for her vengeance would be to raise the little Princess and return her to her rightful place. Krahn, as the baby was soon to be known, was raised in the Land of Astrea. A Kingdom without a sun rises above the sky, as does a Prince with Mono-kouneli syndrome, whom she will later meet. Krahn, as the baby was soon to be known, was raised in the Land of Astrea. A Kingdom without a sun rises above the sky, as does a Prince with Mono-kouneli syndrome, whom she will later meet.

Astrid Bennett, a brilliant scientist, was once lost but now returns to her biological family the powerful Bennetts after 18 years. As she reenters their lavish world, she uncovers dark secrets and treachery, especially from her adopted "sister," Iona, who had orchestrated an attack on her. Astrid must navigate a toxic family dynamic filled with manipulation, jealousy, and violence while holding onto her principles and desire for justice. With tensions rising, Astrid faces a battle for her rightful place in the Bennett household and against those who wish to see her fall.

Mythical creatures are a diverse and captivating array of beings that exist within the realm of folklore, mythology, and the imagination. They often embody a combination of wonder, fear, and fascination, serving as embodiments of cultural beliefs, societal fears, and natural mysteries. Here are some examples of mythical creatures from various cultures: 1. **Dragons:** Found in cultures across the world, dragons are often portrayed as large, serpentine creatures with the ability to fly and breathe fire. They can symbolize power, wisdom, and danger. European dragons are often depicted as hoarding treasure, while Chinese dragons are benevolent symbols of strength and good fortune. 2. **Unicorns:** A symbol of purity and grace, unicorns are mythical horse-like creatures with a single spiral horn on their foreheads. They have appeared in various cultures and stories as elusive beings associated with magic and healing. 3. **Sirens:** Often portrayed as beautiful women with enchanting voices, sirens lure sailors to their doom with their songs. In Greek mythology, sirens were dangerous temptresses who embodied the dangers of the sea. 4. **Griffins:** These creatures have the body of a lion and the head of an eagle. Griffins are often seen as protectors of treasures and symbols of strength and courage. They appear in the mythology of ancient civilizations like Greece and Persia. 5. **Minotaurs:** In Greek mythology, the minotaur is a creature with the body of a man and the head of a bull. It was imprisoned in the labyrinth of King Minos and defeated by the hero Theseus. 6. **Kraken:** A monstrous sea creature from Scandinavian and Norse folklore, the kraken is often depicted as a giant octopus or squid. It was said to dwell deep beneath the sea and emerge to attack ships. 7. **Phoenix:** A mythical bird that is cyclically reborn from its own ashes, the phoenix is a symbol of renewal and transformation. It represents the idea of overcoming challenges and rising from the ashes stronger than before. 8. **Centaur:** These creatures have the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse. In Greek mythology, centaurs are often depicted as wild and unruly beings, symbolizing the struggle between civilization and instinct. 9. **Banshee:** In Irish mythology, the banshee is a female spirit or fairy who wails as an omen of impending death. Her mournful cries are said to be heard near the homes of those about to die. 10. **Chimera:** A creature from Greek mythology, the chimera has the body of a lion, the head of a goat emerging from its back, and a tail ending in a serpent's head. It represents a fusion of different animals and embodies the idea of monstrosity. These are just a few examples of the countless mythical creatures that have captured human imagination throughout history. These creatures often serve as metaphors, allegories, or cautionary tales, reflecting humanity's complex relationship with the unknown, the mysterious, and the fantastical.

1 Micah, my spouse's old flame, accused me of deliberate murder. In turn, my husband chose "righteousness" over familial loyalty and spearheaded the effort to capture me. He even teamed up with Micah to broadcast my alleged "offenses" live to the entire online community. However, when he finally tracked me down after much effort, he learned that I had passed away a week earlier. Crash! My husband, Denver Watkins, forcefully kicked open the entrance to our home. "She must be concealed somewhere in here! Inspect every corner!" he instructed the law enforcement officers accompanying him. Police with weapons passed through

As if waking from a bad day dream, Lin Rou finds herself in the humble care of a simple village hunter. Or is he? As her time with the Hunter Mu Chen grows, so does her feelings. And with no memory of her past or family, she decides to stay with Hunter Mu.

A boy transmigrated into the body of a villain who is gonna be the first target of the protagonist of a novel. The novel is in the world of woman where women rule. Eden was first nervous, but then, comes a thing that is only available to some protagonists..... SYSTEM!

Fu Shinian, an extra character in the original book, awakens to find that her whole family are the vicious villains in the story. Her father, unable to establish relations with the Marquis Changping's residence, is demoted and exiled by the male lead. Her mother is beaten to death on the road to exile, and Aunt Cheng is humiliated to death protecting her chastity. Her elder brother opposes the male lead to win over the female lead and dies saving her. Her elder sister makes life difficult for the female lead, and after their father is exiled, she is divorced by the male lead and sent to a pleasure house. To protect her family and change their tragic fate, isn’t it fair for her to absorb all the male and female leads' fortunes? * [Ding! Male and female leads' fortune -1000, Fu Mansion's fortune +1000] Mr. Fu: "I attended the morning court session, why did His Majesty promote me again!" Madam Fu: "I went to the temple to offer incense, and the master said I was surrounded by a powerful purple aura!" Aunt Cheng: "How did the Cheng Family suddenly become the imperial merchants!" Elder Brother: "It seems like I suddenly have gained intelligence, I know all the exam questions!" Elder Sister: "How come right after I broke off the engagement, Little General Gu came to propose?" * The Marquis Changping can only live to 25, in two years the title will belong to the male lead? She frantically absorbs the fortunes of the male and female leads to boost the Marquis Changping's fortune! During the plague lockdown, Fu Shinian brings medicine and travels long distances into the city to safeguard his health. He understands the girl's intentions, but he only has two years left to live, how can he drag her down. However, why does his heart ache so much watching her with someone else? Finally, the Marquis Changping forces Fu Shinian into the corner of the study, lowering his head to seek her lips: "Niannian, I was wrong."