Dagger Behind a Smile

She was never promised to a crown, only to the one who would ruin her, and call it destiny. Born into secrecy, abandoned by those who should have protected her, she survives where fate itself seems to have failed. In the shadows of power, in the hands of those who desire her, she will discover that destiny is not written—it is taken. Loyalty, love, and danger intertwine in a world that wants her broken… or hers to conquer.

Bullied teen Kalen West has nothing to lose—until the world cracks open and ancient god‑relics rise from the earth. While others scramble for power, Kalen awakens the **God‑Eater Spine**, a relic that devours all others. But every swallow steals a piece of his humanity. Haunted by his father’s murder and torn between his lover Cecilia and her treacherous father, Kalen must choose: become an emotionless god… or die as the boy who dared to remember love. A dark, emotional race against time where hunger meets heartbreak.

Raven Scrow was destined to be ordinary—a mediocre student in a world where magic dictates worth. But when a 21st-century doctor dies and awakens in his body, everything changes. Armed with a mysterious "Divine System" and the unyielding will of two lifetimes, Raven's rise through the ranks is nothing short of meteoric. In a reality shattered by demonic incursions, where humanity cowers behind fortified domes, Raven uncovers a truth far greater than personal power. Amidst family betrayals, sinister cults, and cosmic revelations, he will become the very embodiment of mankind's final hope. "In a world of darkness, I shall be the flame that never dies."

In the mystical realm of Jiuzhou, where cultivators seek immortality through spiritual awakening, a reserved young man named Yuyi embarks on an extraordinary journey. After awakening his spiritual root in Qingyun Town, he is accepted into the prestigious Xuantian Sect's Sword Peak, leaving behind his boisterous friend Lingxiao and other companions who scatter to different sects. Yuyi's path is one of solitude and relentless determination. Rejecting traditional cultivation methods, he chooses to mine spiritual stones as his sect duty, enduring three months of grueling labor that hardens both his body and will. During this time, he encounters a mysterious少女 whose silent competition drives him to greater heights, though they never exchange a word. As Yuyi navigates the treacherous world of cultivation—where境界 must be earned through perseverance and陨落 means losing everything—he embraces his loner nature. His journey is not just about achieving immortality, but about forging his own path in a realm where strength and isolation often go hand in hand. Lonely Raincoat weaves a tale of ambition, friendship, and the quiet power of solitude, as Yuyi strives to become a formidable cultivator while maintaining his unwavering resolve in the face of adversity.

#Genderswap #R18 #HuntedProtagonists Two bestfriends, weird and unpredictable.. Were reincarnated in fantasy world. However, one of them was turned into a beautiful girl. In a brutal world where strength decide everything, could a modern brains like them who never fought in a battle before survive? But they weren't just an ordinary homies, when it comes to fantasy and another world stories, they knew almost every clichès there is. So? What's the most important thing to do in that situation? "We have to become overpowered." ============ Disclaimer: Suggestive and disturbing scenes. Despite the mc being from an english speaking country, i myself aren't actually native, so the grammar might not be the best, but im trying.

In a world forged from the ruins of forgotten legends and rusted metal, flesh is a fatal flaw. For Hanzo, a slave in the deepest slag pits, survival was never a matter of strength—it was a matter of precision. But when a forbidden legacy awakens in his blood, he becomes something the world hasn't seen in eons: An Architect. His body is no longer just flesh and blood. It is a construction site. Hanzo possesses the ability to redesign the very geometry of life. Armed with the power of Lunar-Zinc, he begins to rewrite his own biology—layer by layer, bone by bone. But power demands a price that no calculation can foresee. Every reinforcement of his skin increases the pressure on his human frame. Every upgrade brings him closer to perfection—and closer to the breaking point where his own body will collapse under the weight of his ambition. Accompanied by a hunted outcast and a mechanical companion, Hanzo must navigate the "Forest of Singing Blades." Hunted by beasts with bones of bronze and confronted by the fatal flaws of his own design, Hanzo learns the ultimate lesson of a builder: An invincible wall is worthless if the foundation is made of dust. Will he sacrifice his humanity to become the perfect machine? Or will he find a way to unite the impossible—the heart of a boy with the logic of a god? Welcome! I have always had a deep passion for storytelling and world-building, but translating my complex ideas into written words has been a challenge. To bring my creativity to life exactly as I envision it, I use AI as a writing assistant. This allows me to focus on the plot, the intricate crafting systems, and the journey of our protagonist while ensuring the story is told clearly and vividly. Thank you for joining me on this epic adventure!

Williard is an early side character who became a stepping stone for the world's protagonist, Bran. This average gamer real-life hidden identity is a runaway young master of the Scarlet Vultures, a powerful mafia group. One day, he gets killed by the rival gang after getting found out and woke up in the past at the time when his life changed by two events, the death of his father and the release of the world's biggest VRMMO game, War Online. "Ugh, this skill book cost 3000 gold? I only have 500 left. Boys, go and rob the players" "Oh! You are the young master of Paves Group? Boys, go and kidnap this trash and his father and lock them up" "Oh! You want to challenge me 1v1? No thanks. Boys, just round him up and kill him for me" "Did that guy used his large guild to bully you? Don't worry. Just pay us the amount in gold or real cash. We will take care of him and his so-called guild leader" Follow Williard Ravens as he becomes the "Mafia Boss" in War Online using his Mafia brothers. ------------------------------------------ Note: please do read author's review before reading the novel. ----------------------------------------- Author's other current books: My Soul card is a Reaper, Prince of Kpop, Weapon Seller in the world of magic Notable works: The Last Slytherin, The Sharingan Hyuga ----------------------------------------- You can also support the Author through Patreon or buy a coffee on Ko-fi.com https://www.patreon.com/snowstar https://ko-fi.com/snowstar5061

#Gold Tier Winner of WFP26; Setting in the fictional world of Gaia, where special individuals can awaken certain powers within their souls. They are called Arcana Masters. Some awaken beasts, some awaken weapons, while some awaken the power of plants. Some people train to become stronger so that they have the power to protect loved ones, some wish to use it for revenge, some wish to live longer, while some want to be free and use their power however they wish. Yet, there exists a clan, where the descendants only exist to grant death to others so that life and death remain balanced. Follow the journey of Azrael Garcia, the heir of the cursed clan of Death, as he forms friendships while facing betrayals, meeting love, and cutting down enemies in the process. ************** Note: Author isn't born in an English-speaking nation and has no editor either. So, please be understanding if there are any grammatical errors. ************** Author's other contracted novels: War Online, Weapon Seller in the world of magic Author's other notable works: The Last Slytherin, The Sharingan Hyuga, Prince of Kpop ************** You can also support the Author through Patreon or buy a coffee on Ko-fi.com https://www.patreon.com/snowstar https://ko-fi.com/snowstar5061

After three years of hidden marriage, the cold-hearted Gu Yunci suddenly slams a divorce paper in Meng Shutang’s face—but he has no idea she’s carrying his child and vanishes completely the second he signs it. Four years later, Meng Shutang makes a stunning comeback as a legendary ancient pearl restorer, her magical hands breathing new life into millennium-old pearls and shocking the entire world. When the once-unreachable Gu Yunci gets on his knees, tears in his eyes, begging her to love him again, she smirks and reveals a secret that makes his world crumble—their child is right beside her, calling someone else “Daddy”.

What should someone do after transmigrating to Konoha? Inside the village there are Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo Shimura, watching like thorns in one’s back. Outside there are Madara Uchiha, Black Zetsu, and the Otsutsuki clan, all eyeing things like predators. Wait… why am I not the only protagonist? Why are there four more? I transmigrated into Konoha — not into a five-man ranked match.