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Aosh Tsustumi is the textbook definition of an Alpha; devilishly good looking with the brains to match and a killer smile. Although society says Alpha’s are supposed to act a certain way, Aosh lives his life far from it. This kind hearted and sensitive Alpha only wants to find his fated mate,Tiza Jeannot, the person whose name has been scared on his body from childhood. The two have never met, but Aosh is determined to have the happily ever after he's always dreamed of. *CONTENT WARNING: This story contains dark themes such as: disorders,violence and mentions of rape! READ AT YOUR OWN RISK*

Believe half of what you hear, and none of what you see.

"My name is Zeon, and my weapon is the entire desert." The Earth underwent terraforming. As a result, the oceans evaporated, and the land transformed into sand. On the desertified Earth, Zeon became the sole Sand Mage. The world named him the Sand Ghost.

“We're planning on meeting with Sarah and her parents next week. How would you like that?" "That sounds...brilliant." Will plastered on a fake smile and tried to sound excited. It was difficult when he'd just discovered where his feelings truly lay. Not with a total stranger, but with someone he'd known for years. Life in Restoration England isn't easy for William Garnett, especially when he realizes he's falling in love with a boy—his best friend, Augustus. After London's Great Plague claims Augustus's youngest sister, their parents turn to trusted friends. Augustus and his other sister are sent to safely live with Will's rich family in the English countryside. Will is anxious as he hides his feelings from the object of his affection and his domineering parents. But he lets go when their feelings become mutual. Will and Augustus brazenly defy society and Will's parents by secretly pursuing their romance. Will's strait-laced parents have already planned his future: an arranged courtship and marriage to Sarah, the daughter of another wealthy family. They're also pushing him into an accounting position in the family business. His gifted sister Lily would be perfect for the job, but her priority is to start looking for a husband—even at age thirteen. Yet there might be hope for Will and his sister! Their free-spirited uncle believes they should follow their own path. But just when things seem to be looking up, everything goes wrong. Through a cruel twist of Fate, the boys are left to fend for themselves while in grave danger. As the repercussions of deviating from their rigid society stare them down, they are faced with a daunting choice that could destroy their lives: Will they follow the rules, or follow their hearts? Cover Art by Jordan Mislang Samera, 2021

# swords and magic 100 years ago, Hoer was a great sorcerer. To protect the peace of the Empire, he resolutely decided to safeguard the borders of the Empire and deter the invasion of the undead forces. Thanks to him, the empire lived in peace for 100 years. Hoer grew old and frail at the borders. As a result of spending years fending against the dark powers, he became corrupted by it, even his Bloodline Origins were corroded. In order to not create trouble for the empire, he chose to spontaneously disintegrate to avoid becoming an undead creature. In the final moments of his life, he chose to return to the empire and visit his clan. With 100 years of peace, his clan should have been able to thrive. Yet when he reached his home, Hoer couldn’t believe his eyes. He found out that his clan was framed and branded the Dark Race. As a result, every single member of his clan had been executed, burnt alive by those noble shams. Hoer went into a frenzy as he learned about what had happened. His heart died and turned into ashes just like his clan, he willingly transformed into the undead. He swore to destroy this empire which he had protected for 100 years with his own hands! “I shall use this flames of the undead to destroy this foolish, useless sham of a government!” “Rise, Undead Army!”

In the secret place where only ashes know his name, North tended the fire. Corpses—The Count, Dimitri, and others— fed the hungry flames. A voice cut through the crackle. "Why are you burning the dead?" He turned, hollow-eyed, to see a girl— young, uniformed, wired to a world he did not belong to. Her gaze lingered on the fire. "Pitiful dead people," she murmured. "Why pity them, when they’re beyond pity?" But she did not answer. Her questions came instead: "Is this your job?" "Yes."The word fell from his lips like ash. Her smile wavered, trembling on the edge of something unsaid. "Innocent… but what a very… very nice job you do." As if the truth she carried was darker than her smile allowed. Then— a silence heavy as smoke. "Well, since it is your job… can you… burn me?" The fire hissed. His breath stilled. Alive flesh does not belong to the flames. But when he reached for words, she was already gone. Vanished, like cinders carried by the wind. And North thought: I never asked her name. -BURNT-

With all the nobels dead a new law and democrats are created. The Order of Orian, named after the commoner that started the rebellion. Most people that were involved in the rape of the kwoman continued to pursue the same crime in the new order. A justice system implemented by one of the right hand man was made, the Knights of Laris. As they were called by the towns people. Knights of Dorchadas they were known by the wanted. p.s - I'm planning on rewriting the first couple chapters, so give some leeway. -dotDot I DO own the cover artwork. So I got no copyright. https://pin.it/5dXKVwt ( More accurate depiction of Urza )

Carl Hale has it all — wealth, status, and a last name recognized by half the country. But behind the mansion doors lies a cold emptiness. Raised by staff and overlooked by his glamorous parents, Carl moves through life guarded and alone. After a betrayal at his last school, he’s transferred into a strict missionary academy where he avoids everyone — until Theo. Theo, the charming scholarship student, is everything Carl is not: bright, beloved, and kind. Carl watches from afar, nursing a quiet crush he knows he’ll never act on. The walls he’s built are too high. But one reckless night changes everything. On the night after his forgotten 18th birthday, Carl escapes to a gay bar to feel something. He’s underage, vulnerable — and things quickly spiral out of control. When a stranger steps in to help, it turns out to be Mr. Robert Ashton, the youngest and most mysterious teacher at school — the one students whisper about in the hallways. Robert takes Carl home to recover, and in the quiet aftermath of that night, something begins between them. A look. A touch. A shared silence that feels like understanding. As Carl starts visiting more often, their bond deepens — into something forbidden and undeniably physical. But Theo still lingers in Carl’s thoughts, and the guilt of wanting two things he can’t have is suffocating. In a world that expects perfection from all three of them — the rich boy, the golden student, and the flawless teacher — secrets burn fast. And Carl is about to find out how dangerous it is when comfort, longing, and desire collide behind closed doors.

After the tragic death of a loved one, Somaya Purple's life changes and is turned upside down after she meets a mysterious young man with a deep and dark secret. Life gets complicated when she has to juggle grief, an abusive father, a suicidal mother, and new information that has the potential to tear her family apart.

Hazel June's fairytale marriage to billionaire Jayden shatters when he chooses his "friend" Rosalind over her during a hostage crisis, unaware she's pregnant. Presumed dead after a tragic fire, Hazel reinvents herself as a famed jeweler. Years later, she returns with a powerful new ally, forcing a final confrontation with her deceitful ex and his manipulative lover, unraveling a web of betrayal and fighting for a second chance at love.