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The Mystery of the Kaido

For Shinoda Akito, life is best lived in a state of minimal energy expenditure. Why bother with unnecessary effort or attention when a quiet, low-key existence is far more efficient? His high school career is meticulously planned around this philosophy, aiming for average grades and joining the most inactive club imaginable: the Classic Cerebrum Club. However, Akito's perfectly curated low-energy life is quickly disrupted by Emiri, the club's only other member. With boundless, overwhelming curiosity and a passion for dusty archives, Emiri is determined to revitalize the club by investigating a fifty-year-old mystery found in the club's records: a missing key, a vanished box, and cryptic clues hinting at a secret hidden within the school's past, tied to a name – "Kaidō." Reluctantly pulled into this historical puzzle by Emiri's unwavering "I'm curious!", Akito finds himself applying his sharp, hidden intelligence – a capability he usually suppresses to avoid unwanted attention, a lesson learned from difficult past experiences where his deductions caused friction. Just as they begin to uncover the secrets of the past, a sudden, high-stakes crisis strikes the school. The administration announces a "Special Evaluation Exam" for all clubs. This comprehensive and difficult test has a clear consequence: failure means permanent termination. Suddenly, the Classic Cerebrum Club's very existence is on the line. Faced with Emiri's genuine distress and the threat to his carefully chosen low-energy haven, Akito realizes inaction is no longer an option. He must deploy the strategic mind he usually keeps hidden. Joined by the pragmatic and observant Rina, and later by the energetic and willing Yamato Kenta (intrigued by both the mystery and the exam's challenge), the Classic Cerebrum Club forms an unlikely team. The mystery of the past is temporarily postponed as they focus on the urgent, high-energy demands of the present exam. Akito, the reluctant strategist, must now navigate this complex, competitive system, leveraging his hidden abilities to guide his team, while trying to avoid drawing the kind of attention he so carefully avoids – attention that the sharp-eyed, analytical new student seems poised to give after noticing a discrepancy in his test performance. Can this small, initially inefficient team, led by a hidden genius who prefers doing nothing, survive the Special Evaluation Exam? And what secrets still lie buried in the school's history, waiting to be uncovered in "Kaidō no Nazo"?
USAMU · 615 Views

Marriage with my daughter's father: Darling please be gentle

Winter’s impulsive one-night stand in a nightclub would set off a chain of events that would change her life forever. After discovering she was pregnant, she fled to another country, determined to start over and raise her child in peace. But when her grandfather suffers a life-threatening accident, Winter returns to a world she swore to leave behind—only to discover that her grandfather had arranged a marriage for her, one she never consented to. The shocking revelation? The man chosen for her was none other than Kalix Andreas, the ruthless mafia don with whom she had shared that fateful night of passion. Cold, calculating, and powerful, Kalix is not the man Winter remembers. Underneath his unyielding exterior lies a dangerous man with a past that binds them both. Faced with a forced union, Winter must confront her deepest fears. Kalix is determined to claim her heart and her soul, declaring, "I’ve waited years for you, Angel. No matter how strong the walls are, I will break them with my love. You have to be mine." But can she accept the love of the man who embodies everything she’s fought against? Or will the weight of his dark secrets tear them apart? A tale of passion, betrayal, and redemption, the story will keep you on the edge of your seat as Winter struggles to choose between love and the walls she’s built around her heart. PS: I DO NOT OWN THE COVER. CREDIT TO THE RESPECTED OWNER. *** Do vote for the book. The more powerstones and golden ticket the more chapters. Motivate the author as it helps her to write beautiful stories
akshaya_vanne · 121.8k Views

The Crazy Witch of Shadowvale Academy

“You were never meant to live in this world… and yet, the mirror chose you.” Aralyn was a nobody. She was just an orphaned girl trying to survive in a cruel city, hiding from a past too painful to name, but everything changes the night she stumbles on a strange mirror lying in the middle of the street. The second she touches it, she's pulled into another realm—a world of magic, monsters, and secrets. Thrown into the prestigious Shadowvale Academy, a school where witches fly, spells burn through walls, and students are powerful enough to kill with a glance, Aralyn is the only one with no magic, no status, and no clue what she's doing. To make matters worse, her roommate is a lethal beauty who wants her dead, the teachers don’t trust her, and the students think she's a joke. Except… she’s not, not really. Because something is waking inside her, something ancient and something dangerous. And soon, the world will know that the powerless girl from nowhere? She’s the one the prophecies warned about. The chaos bringer, the storm, and the girl who will burn the world down… or save it. But becoming the most powerful witch in the realm comes with a price. Shadows follow her, secrets haunt her, and four impossibly powerful beings, all dangerous in their own right, seem drawn to her for reasons no one can explain. Allies? Lovers or enemies waiting to strike? One thing’s for sure: in a place like Shadowvale, trust is a luxury… and survival is almost impossible. "In Shadowvale, trust no one, love no one, and whatever you do—don’t underestimate the “crazy” witch." Warning: 18+ | Strong language | Violence | Dark themes | Smut | Reverse Harem | Possessive love interests | Extreme/Dark Magic | Mentally unstable characters | You’ve been warned.
jobetgrayson · 5.6k Views

Married To My Ex's Brother, Reborn Miraculously

Anne, a shy and introvert woman, was in love with Denis for ten years. But Denis had someone in his heart. When his girlfriend left him to pursue her career, he finally noticed Anne and asked her to be his girlfriend. Anne stayed devoted to him for three years, but Denis cheated on her with his first love. Worse, his scheming ex-girlfriend killed her. Fate gave her another chance. Anne was reborn. This time, she vowed to take revenge on everyone who had hurt her. Augustine, the CEO of the Sphere Group of industries, was powerful and wealthy. But he died from his family’s conspiracy. Reborn, he was determined to punish those who had schemed against him. In his past life, he had failed to protect Anne, his savior. This time, he vowed to love her and keep her safe with his life. But Anne no longer believed in love. ~~~~~~~~~ “Will you marry me?” Augustine’s eyes sparkled with anticipation and nervousness. However, Anne was calm. “Yes,” she replied blankly. “I’ll marry you. But don’t expect anything from me. Love is the last thing I can give you.” He smirked and took a step closer to her. “Miss Clair,” he pinched her chin, “are you sure you won’t fall for me? Can you resist my charm?” Anne’s breathing hitched, her stomach fluttering. The challenge in his eyes and his husky voice threaten to shatter her resolve to never fall in love again. “Let me promise you one thing: in this life, I’ll love you, cherish you always. All I want is your faith.”
Angelica2511 · 239k Views

Unexpected Romance: Love $ Hustle

Twenty-eight year old Delilah Sterling, has perfected the art of being a respectable realtor by day, and a professional gold digger by night. Delilah believes she has her double life under control. Her meticulously crafted life crumbles when she wakes up one morning with a wedding band on her finger, a marriage certificate on the table, and a sinfully gorgeous man claiming to be her husband. To make matters worse, he is broke and jobless, making her feel trapped in a surreal nightmare. Desperate for escape, Delilah demands a divorce, but the stranger—insisting he wants to stay married—thwarts every attempt. Frustration and confusion mount until Delilah hatches a new plan: she proposes they team up to con her next target, the elusive billionaire, Hunter Quinn. What Delilah doesn't realize is that her "broke husband" is actually Hunter Quinn himself. Billionaire CEO, Hunter Quinn, having discovered Delilah’s intentions to con him, had decided to outplay her at her own game. Hunter agrees to the partnership, and together they plunge into a high-stakes game of deceit. As they plot and scheme, the lines between pretense and reality blur. Their forced proximity ignites an unexpected chemistry, leading to moments of vulnerability and genuine connection neither anticipated. Caught in a whirlwind of deception, passion, and power plays, Delilah grapples with their growing feelings. As their con deepens, she must confront the ultimate question: Can she open her heart to love and trust again? ****Exerpt**** Delilah’s eyes darted to the marriage certificate again, the official seal glaring back at her. Her fingers itched to tear it apart, to make this nightmare disappear. But deep down, she knew that wouldn’t change anything. “I don’t remember,” she whispered, more to herself than to him. “I don’t remember any of it.” Blake nodded as if he had expected this reaction. “That is expected. You had a lot to drink last night.” he fished out a phone from the back pocket of his trousers, opened it. “Here, this is us celebrating, after we got married last night,” he said, showing her a picture. Delilah’s breath caught in her throat as she stared at the photo. It was indeed her. “How?” she whispered, her voice barely audible. “I don’t remember any of this.” “It was a wild night,” he said softly. Perhaps she had married Blake because he was wealthy. That would be the only logical reason for her to make such a blunder. There was hope, she thought, as she clung to the possibility of salvaging something from this disaster. Turning to him, she forced a smile, “Is this your house? Are we in your house?” She asked, looking around the bedroom. Blake shook his head, “No. This is a hotel,” he said, and she nodded. “I see. It looks like quite an expensive hotel,” she observed, “What do you do for a living?” she asked, trying to keep her voice steady as she searched his eyes for any hint of affluence. Blake hesitated, his confident demeanor faltering for the first time. He looked away, rubbing the back of his neck. “I’m... in between jobs,” he stuttered, avoiding her gaze. Delilah’s heart sank, disappointment crashing over her like a wave. “In between jobs?” she echoed, her voice tinged with disbelief. Blake seemed to sense her dismay. “I know it doesn’t sound great,” he said quickly, trying to reassure her. “But I’m working on a few things. I just need a little more time.” “You’re jobless,” she muttered to herself as reality sunk in. “How did you pay for this room? For the wedding bands?” She asked, and he winced. “I didn’t. You did,” he said, and she collapsed on the bed. (PS: Cover photo isn’t mine. Credit to the real owner)
Miss_Behaviour · 959.9k Views