Re: The birth of zero

WSA 2025 Entry! Excerpt: "Are you satisfied?" he asked, walking to the fire where she already sat. "Can you yet call yourself the greatest knight? "Not until I can beat you," Irene argued. Despite how serious he looked only moments before, he cracked a smile. "But you saved my life," he insisted. Synopsis: With a second chance given to her after a pathetic ending to a life she didn’t want, Irene Litharion decides that she will follow in her father’s footsteps and become a knight. Waking up in the body of her eleven year old self, she’s reinvigorated to follow her heart. She has the rare blood of ancient warriors in her veins and promises to not turn her back to it anymore. Prepared for the sacrifices she will have to make to live the life she wants, a new challenge is presented when the only way she can become an apprentice knight is to turn her back on femininity altogether. The years she spent being forced to attend etiquette lessons go out the window and instead, daily sword practice takes place. Her father does all he can to get her into the knighthood, but it’s up to her to show her strength and skill to stay in it. However, it’s different than she expects when the Monster War ravages her homeland, she learns the sting of loss, and secrets of her own blood present themselves the more she leans into the thrill of battle.

In a world shaped by ancient magic and divine intervention, death is not always the end. Fang was once just another casualty of fate, a young boy from earth. But it all changes once the god of electricity, Asu, resurrects him and brands him as a chosen one. Now, bearing the weight of newfound power and the darkness it brings, Fang must navigate the fractured lands of Edenia, where alliances shift like sand and ambition runs rampant. But being a chosen one is no blessing. The gods’ gifts come with chains, and Fang’s power alienates him from the natives. As rival factions fight for control of the western border and the Dwarf Empire threatens to consume everything in its path, Fang must decide whether to become the savior the world needs or the nightmare it deserves. With comrades at his side, each bearing their divine burdens, Fang carves a bloody path through betrayal and chaos. Ruthless and unforgiving, he is determined to shape his own fate. Even if it means making the world fear his name.

Tony, a college sophomore struggling with academics and loneliness, returns home for Thanksgiving. Since his father’s passing, home has felt emptier than ever, and the holiday is no exception—it’s just him and his mother, Natasha. What starts as a simple family dinner soon turns into a night of unexpected tension when Tony begins to notice things about his mother he never did before. The quiet house, the subtle glances, and the strange dreams that follow begin to stir something deep inside him—something forbidden, something he shouldn't feel. As the boundaries of his emotions blur, Tony is forced to question his own desires and confront the unspoken secrets between him and Natasha. Will he suppress his thoughts and move on, or will this Thanksgiving become the turning point of a relationship that was never meant to change?

He stood in a pool of blood. Beneath his disheveled hair, a pair of weary crimson eyes flickered dimly. His body was covered in wounds—cuts from blades, slashes from swords, burns from magic… Every wound bled, every drop of blood draining away his life. Beneath his feet lay a hill made of corpses. He stood there, gripping his demon sword—Dark Extinction—in his right hand. Fresh blood still dripped from its edge, staining the ground below. The blood-red eye embedded in the sword’s blade pulsed ominously. Countless chains slithered out from the hilt, creeping up his right shoulder, consuming it entirely, binding the sword and his hand as one. And there he stood, breathing heavily—wearily, yet resolutely. The great deity gazed upon him with sorrow and spoke: “Child, the demon’s blood has completely devoured you. Now, what is it that you still desire?” He lowered his head and remained silent… Suddenly, a flurry of feathers rose around him. They were fragile, delicate… Anyone could see that such feathers could never hope to stop a man who had been wholly consumed by the demon’s blood. And yet— He trembled as he lifted his left hand. A ripple flickered through his bloodstained eyes. In the next moment, a single feather drifted down, landing softly in his palm… —This is the story of a Doombringer Emperor, destined to claim the Throne of Bones, and the little orphaned girl he chose to raise.

Felis Veltheris was once an ordinary office worker—until fate threw him into the world of Orario with nothing but a mysterious system and a second chance at life. Struggling to find a Familia, he stumbles upon Hestia, a forgotten goddess in need of her first follower. Together, they form the fledgling Hestia Familia, a bond that will change both their destinies. Armed with a unique Job System and a sharp mind, Felis steps into the Dungeon, facing monsters, life-or-death battles, and the raw reality of being an adventurer. But power doesn’t come easily. He must overcome his own fears, refine his skills, and grow stronger—one fight at a time. As he dives deeper into the labyrinth beneath Orario, Felis finds himself entangled with guild advisors, smiths, and gods who take an interest in his journey. With Hestia by his side, he is determined to carve his own path, navigating the dangers of the Dungeon and the temptations of a new world. But in a city where heroes rise and fall, what will it take for Felis to stand among them? A slow, daily-life adventure in the world of DanMachi begins—one step at a time. ----- before you say, "This isn’t like the original!"—for the love of your mother, this is fan fiction! It’s an alternate universe, so expect changes in personalities, world-building, and events. If you want a perfect copy of DanMachi, just reread the original. But if you’re up for something new, written by two people who love this world and want to explore it differently—welcome aboard. A slow-paced, daily-life adventure begins—one small step at a time.

[#lovesosweet] [WARNING: Mature content 18+] [WPC #AUG2023Entry] « Is it not enough that I have been 'sold off' as a catalogue bride but also have to compete with a dead woman for favour? » Shelby looks like she has it all. The perfect family and all the perks that come with it. But she must go through a 'forced contract marriage' and also compete for the attention of the man she had been unwillingly tied to... Ian lost the love of his life so suddenly that his mind still refuses to accept that reality. He gave up everything and secluded himself until his mother found him a bride. His one task was to give the family an heir but how can Ian do this when the air he breathes all revolves around the one woman he can never have. However, he finds himself in a predicament and dilema when the new contracted bride is thrust into his life unwittingly... especially, when he finds out that she is more than meets the eye. Image: Image generated from starryai.com, cover completed by me. This is an original story of mine. Copyright Loctovia 2023 Update schedule: 5 chapters per week

Gu Hong wakes up in a fantasy world with a Hearthstone system, granting him the power to summon legendary heroes like Anduin, Jaina, and Rexxar. But when his plans for conquest hit a snag, he stumbles upon an unexpected truth: this system isn’t just for combat—it’s a game-changer for farming! Agriculture? Druids who accelerate crop growth. Commerce? Mushroom Brewers, Trogg Beastmasters, and enterprising merchants. Crafting? Swordsmiths, Armorers, and even Drakonid blacksmiths. Magic gear? Alchemists, Enchanters, Jewelcrafters, and Scribes at your service. Culture? A romance novel-savvy bookseller to spice things up. He finally realizes: farming is the ultimate strategy to unlock the Hearthstone system’s true potential.

Izumi Midori an orphanage who is born in the beast world where the rule of jungle apply. she just hope to have her own beast friend and on the eve of her fifth birthday her wish came true she becomes beast master but her journey towards beast master trun into puppet master. how does this happen.... she had no idea where did she go wrong..

Story Title: Flames of Obsession Genre: Dark Fantasy, Romance, Horror In the deepest pits of Hell lives Andra, a powerful demon known for his wrath and possessiveness. When he glimpses a mortal girl named Lina through a tear between worlds, something ancient awakens in him—obsession. He descends to Earth, determined to make her his, but Lina wants nothing to do with the terrifying creature who calls her his "fated one." Enraged by her rejection, Andra kidnaps her, dragging her into the underworld and forcing her into a marriage bound by fire and shadows. Trapped in a palace of flame and bone, Lina refuses to bow, her defiance becoming a flame that challenges the demon king himself. As their twisted bond deepens, a dangerous power brews—one that could either destroy them both or set the underworld ablaze with something it's never known: true love, born from obsession.