In an ancient China fantasy world, some clans had magic powers. The Wangs controlled the light, the Baos manipulated the flow of time, the Bais used wind magic and the Xie delved into dark magic. Bai Tong Xin was a distant relative of the Bai clan leader but he could change the aim of his arrows. So, he was sent to the capital, Yuanhua, to trained at the Academy, with his maids, Nana and Susu. After an incident involving Bai Tong Xin and Susu, he ended up terrified and Susu severely punished. But her punishment awakened something hidden inside her. Something that would change her life and reveal dark secrets. ************** Author's note: The chapter titled "The corrupted lotus - a short story" is a dense version of chapter 1 to 9. It was written for The Shortys 2025 contest. For a smoother reading experience, I would suggest skipping it and starting at the chapter "1 - The clans". This chapter and the following have been edited to be shorter and more reader-friendly (and easier to comment!) Disclaimer: This story will contain depictions of violence and death. Reader discretion is advised. I'm not a native English speaker. Please excuse the grammatical mistakes and do not hesitate to let me know if you find one! Best rankings #1 Chinese fantasy (2025-11-07) #1 Eastern fantasy (2025-11-08) #3 demonic (2025-11-08) #3 xuanhuan (2025-11-08)

Emily is a young, sunny, extroverted girl who lives her life peacefully between going out with her friends, school and work. But what will happen when she realizes that perhaps, deep down, after a long time, she is starting to like the boy she has only defined only as an acquaintance since childhood?

Autumn rose has always stayed in the shadows, careful to disappear and avoid attention. Between a controlling, abusive half brother and the weight of her past, she's learned that trust can be dangerous. Caesar Hale is quiet, intense and untouchable or at least that's what everyone thinks. But when he notices Autumn, something shifts. She's unlike anyone he's ever met vulnerable but sweet, quiet but captivating. As stolen glances turn into late night hangouts, whispered confessions and awkward first touches, their connection grows into something neither of them can ignore. But with family secrets, bruised hearts and dangerous boundaries, can Autumn let someone in... or will her past keep her heart locked forever? book 1: The rosewood diaries. (Ps: save if you want to read I'm new at writing for wattpad so it will take me some time to get the hang of it.)

*~~~~~~~° When Mia discovers her father's suitcase full of illegal drugs, she's plunged into a dangerous world of deceit and cartels. As she delves deeper into her family's past, she's forced to confront the possibility that her loving father may not have been who she thought he was. Meanwhile, Charlie's determination to start afresh despite his sister's arrest leads him on a similar path of questioning his beliefs. As their lives become intertwined, Mia and Charlie join efforts to withstand the whirlwind of high school. But can they stick together in a world where danger and unexpected consequences lurk around every corner? Note: mature.

She wants to die. He wants to kill her. But not yet. A story born of requirement, its end penned. But in this world of vice, things rarely go as planned... ________ "His hands that scripted words touched with grace, condemned souls to hell." ~Keiran Romano Formidable. Astute. Deadly. "Her heart that yearned to die, waited for a blade as sharp as her shattered soul" ~Leilani Vizko Silent. Incisive. Destructive.

Iris and Ivy Roberts are 17 year old teenagers living their millionaire mother. And their biological father? he was never in the picture and their mother refuses to talk about him. They're cold and heartless, only finding warmth and reassurance from one other. Everyone assumes that their life is perfect but that's not the case, behind closed doors. Iris and Ivy are neglected by their mother. That's until, their biological father brother find them and tells him. Desperate to get his estranged daughters back, Orlando gives Margaret something that was once valuable in his life. When Iris and Ivy goes live with their father, they discovers things aren't always what they seem... Tired of being the perfect obedient children and hardly getting no praise for their hard work in school, and achievements. They rebel for the first time in their life. Join Iris and Ivy as they're walls breaks down after years of being neglected.

Fifteen year Athena is an average normal teenager living with her adopted father and her group of best friends But the thing is Athena isn't normal and neither are her best friends. By day stealing from rich to live and by night becoming one of the most feared assassins Bruises and survival is all what Athena and her best friends know So when police knock on their door, and informs them that their father is a runaway convicted felon. They're forced to go live with their biological parents. One secret, Athena worked so hard to keep from the present and future, is coming out. Like people say 'Secrets don't stay buried forever' but can Athena keep her secret unrevealed until she turns eighteen? What happens when Athena meets her biological father? Will Athena be able to heal from her trauma? Will she ever call them family? Follow Athena as she goes through mystery, murder, and on a journey to find love.

Emery's life has always been about control: staying close to her twin brother Caleb, juggling her demanding Marketing major, and keeping her relationship safe and steady. But when Caleb's best friend, Theodore, strolls back into her world with his cocky grin and hidden softness, everything starts to shift. They've always been friendly but distant, until a twist of fate forces them into close quarters. As old boundaries blur and new feelings surface, Emery has to decide if she's ready to fall out of the frame she's painted for herself. In a world of campus events, late nights, and half-truths, can two people who've kept their distance finally see each other for who they really are? Sometimes the people closest to you are the ones you never saw coming.

Ruby Rare's life is completely normal,the same everyday life,the same stories,until one day she comes home and sees the Guy that disappeared 13 years ago again. The much bigger shock, however is that she has to marry him in just two weeks. She thinks she could never like him,let alone love him,but is that really true?

Book One of the Checked Series ♡ Aubrey Carr doesn't do athletes, especially not hockey players with egos bigger than the rink. As a rising star in the journalism department and a legendary campus partier, she's used to being the one in control of her stories, her image, and definitely her heart. Easton Black doesn't do rules. Late to practice, always one punch away from suspension, and carrying more baggage than he lets on, he's a walking headline waiting to happen. He's also the best player on the team, and he knows it. When Aubrey gets stuck shadowing Easton for a make-or-break feature story, sparks fly in all the wrong (and right) directions. He's cocky, infuriating, and way too observant. She's bold, untouchable, and exactly the distraction he doesn't need. The only thing they have in common? They'd rather lose the game than fall for each other. Too bad life and love don't play fair.