blood and roses

A dark fantasy story centered on Owen, a young swordsman who has lost almost everything and gradually becomes entangled in the fall of Garten der Schatten, a secret organization threatening the world. At its heart, the story is about finding a reason to live. Owen sees himself as a blade, something meant to fight until it finally breaks. While the people he meets and loses become the reasons that slowly give him purpose. His journey takes him from the aftermath of Stonehaven into conflicts involving destroying Garten der Schatten, ancient bloodlines, powerful beings, and the secrets surrounding his own origins with Owen's journey eventually intersecting with the Chronicles of Ashen

Adam Was a 20 Years Old Man From Earth Before He Die And Get Reincarnated into Another World But His Happiness Did not Last Because Every Time He Dies He Gets Reincarnated into Another World With Keeping All His Memoirs And Powers

Things begin with Arthur dreaming about church, where a prophecy is spoken over him, stating that he will face much trouble but is destined for greatness. The dream shifts as he wakes up on a tree branch, signifying that he is still trapped in the ninja world. Determined to ensure the narrative is still in his hands, Arthur seizes the opportunity to acquire necessary skills to enhance his own abilities. He sneaks into different villages, collects blood samples from various characters, and gathers as much information as possible. Being that this world has a lot of opportunity, Arthur later decides to host a grand martial arts-only tournament, where he operates behind the scenes. The tournament attracts many fighters, and he is selective in choosing those he deems worthy to compete. While Jada attends as a spectator, William and Margaret compete in the tournament alongside Arthur, who adopts a new persona.

18+ Adult Erotica. Reflective, hot and intense sexual relationships. Short stories full of kinky surprises. Warning: the following stories contain thoughtful, sexually explicit adult material. Reading these stories means you are an adult in your nation of viewing. You are responsible, so please don’t share these stories with anyone under the age of consent. These stories are for personal reading. They are fictitious situations for adult pleasure. Enjoy responsibly.

I am the only son of the Dukes of Connaught and Strathearn, and the grandson of Her Majesty Queen Victoria of the British Empire. Now, in the name and honor of the House of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, I swear upon my life to witness and safeguard the rise of this land — to unite all the people of Australia and New Zealand under one new name, and to watch our destiny unfold together. Long live Australasia! A tale of royal legacy, ambition, and the birth of a new empire at the edge of the world. Australasia novel, historical fiction, British Empire story, Queen Victoria descendant, royal alternate history, Australia rise, New Zealand union, time of empires, colonial historical drama, House of Saxe Coburg Gotha, royal family saga, Australasia unification, Victorian era story, alternate history novel, British royalty fiction, imperial expansion novel

"AN - This is my absolute first attempt at a Webnovel please enjoy!" I was killed and reborn as a Saiyan in marvel? what? Follow the story of Tavor as he navigates an altered marvel timeline. why was he reincarnated? why is he a Saiyan? And who the hell flicked his forehead?

In the magical year of 2003, a brand-new era quietly arrived. Beckham left for Spain, and a young Portuguese named Cristiano Ronaldo joined Manchester United. Ambitious Wenger led his Arsenal squad into an undefeated season. Over Stamford Bridge, Russian money rained down without restraint, aiming to scoop up all the world's footballing talent. At the North Gate of Hyde Park in central London, Yang Cheng, freshly graduated from university, inherited a nearly bankrupt football club and a piece of prime real estate that made everyone drool with envy. “I’m absolutely the most pathetic transmigrator in history!” “But I will lead my team to conquer the Premier League, Europe, and the world—until all the football giants tremble beneath our feet!” Thank you for the support, friends. If you want to read more chapters in advance, go to my Patreon. Read 30 Chapters In Advance: patreon.com/Canserbero10

When the universe awakens after ages of silence, it senses the Abyss approaching—an ancient void filled with creatures that seek to consume all existence. To survive, the universe must choose a Guardian Race, a species worthy of wielding its power and defending reality itself. But no race is chosen. Instead, the Awakening sends out a call across the stars, summoning countless civilizations into the Guardian Trials—a vast series of challenges that test strength, spirit, intelligence, unity, and will. Every competing species believes it deserves the mantle; every one of them is prepared to fight for it. Humanity, still young and relatively unknown, finds itself thrown into a struggle far larger than anything it has faced before. Surrounded by advanced empires and rival contenders, humans must rise far beyond their limits, forge unexpected alliances, and prove their evolution has only just begun. All races stand equal. None have been chosen. And as the Abyss draws closer, the universe waits to see who will earn the right to defend creation.

Bethany a teen werewolf nearly eats the love of her life and discovers the existence of vampires aswell as several other abnormal and even unheard-of creatures that live out of sight. This journey takes us through the terrified nightmares of a world in the shadows when things begin to spiral and an unlikely hero will come walking out of the ruble.