"My mother is dead. And I'm alone. Though that I don't much mind as I have, to some extent, been alone for the majority of my life." Quinn just found out their mother, whom they thought was away on a research project with her survey team, has been dead for months now, and the police have given up an investigation Quinn wasn't even aware of. And now, without hardly any warning, much less time to grieve, their father has shipped them across an ocean away from everything they've ever known to a tiny town in the middle of nowhere, Canada. They're in shock, and it seems the only one worth talking to is the quiet boy assigned to show them around. However, it's soon revealed that the man who may or may not be his father has taken on the case. But is the boy more closely connected than he's led everyone to believe? OFFICIAL CARRD PAGE: https://the-extraworld-lore.carrd.co (A/N: Don't worry about the missing chpaters [4-7] . You haven't missed them, my brain is just weird so I haven't written them yet.)

𝐍𝐄𝐗𝐔𝐌'𝐒 𝐆𝐔𝐈𝐃𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐎𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐑𝐔𝐈𝐍 𝐱𝐱𝐱𝐱𝐱𝐱𝐱𝐱𝐱𝐱𝐱𝐱 There's a city of glass towers and mahogany offices, of champagne that burns like fire on your tongue, of whispers that could ruin empires. Men in tailored suits calculate every glance. Women in heels sharper than daggers trade smiles like promises-and break them faster than you can blink. They live among you, while you're 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 below them. And have you ever wondered how they stay on top? The recipe is simple. So simple you could do it yourself, if you knew the rules. Let 𝙉𝙚𝙭𝙪𝙢, a twisted tale of two addicts of power, guide you. Their lives are a blaze of obsession and secrets, a world where desire burns hotter than loyalty, and love is just another gamble-too dangerous for those who hunger for everything. Step closer, if you dare. And remember: in this world, even the fire you crave will 𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲. 𝐱𝐱𝐱𝐱𝐱𝐱𝐱𝐱𝐱𝐱𝐱𝐱 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐧 @xplicitlyvenus 2025, all rights reserved

Meera Yadav has spent her college years avoiding trouble, keeping her head down, and securing her top rank. But when Professor Rao forces her to tutor the one person she despises-Reyansh Verma-her perfect world begins to crack. Reyansh is everything Meera hates-arrogant, reckless, and dangerously charming. He turns their tutoring sessions into a game, pushing her buttons, testing her limits. But beneath his cocky smirk lies something darker. An obsession. One that only grows the more she resists him. What starts as an academic arrangement soon spirals into something twisted and inescapable. Meera finds herself caught in Reyansh's web, unable to tell if she's being lured in or if she's the one who can't stay away. And when his secrets come to light-ones far more dangerous than his reputation-she realizes escaping him might not be an option anymore. Because Reyansh never loses. And this time, the prize he wants is her.

Navier Trovi has spent her entire life preparing to become the perfect empress, and all her training has paid off: she is the well-respected ruler of the Eastern Empire alongside Emperor Sovieshu, who has been both her friend and her arranged husband since childhood. Navier has never considered any other life, nor has she ever had any reason to-until Sovieshu brings home a mistress and demands a divorce. With her carefully constructed world suddenly turned upside down, Navier takes a drastic action of her own: after accepting her divorce, she immediately remarries the handsome Prince Heinrey of the Western Kingdom. As the new ruler of a competing nation, Navier's skills and wits are put to the test as she navigates the turbulent waters of both international and interpersonal relationships-and is forced to reassess everything she thought she knew about high society, politics, and love. All Rights Reserved Written by Alphatart.

Chris is a one-armed, third-rate mercenary. He may be unremarkable, but what he lacks in strength he makes up for with an arsenal of life hacks he's learned over time. When his bag of tricks and good luck runs out, though, he plunges to his death-but not before he obtains a priceless Artifact. The mysterious object gives Chris another chance at life, sending him back to his first battle. After dodging the attack that cost him his arm, he realizes he can change his future. Not only does he have knowledge from his previous life, his Artifact helps him grow stronger. With this new-found power, Chris knows exactly what he needs to do: become a mighty soldier and save his country from being devastated by war. WARNING: This story contains depictions of violence, gore, graphic depictions of death, and substance abuse that may be upsetting to some readers. Reader discretion is advised. It's important to get help if you or someone you know is dealing with substance abuse. There are crisis lines available worldwide, learn about the one in your region. All Rights Reserved Written by SOUlPUNG.

Somehow, Sylvia was reincarnated in a character in the novel she had read before. Sylvia Atlante was called an "ugly duckling" lady character in the novel and despised by her family and others. Not wanting to accept her fate, she finds her own way to live peacefully. However, the situation is unfolding in a way she had never expected. Her family is treating her well and handsome men are showing interest... Why is everybody acting like this? All Rights Reserved Written by Jung Haim.

Leonia Borreoti finds herself in an unfamiliar world and her only chance of survival is by being adopted by the male lead, Duke Pelio Borreoti, the Beast of the North. Pelio Borreoti's impulsive decision to adopt an orphan girl flips the entire duchy upside down. She possesses the same dark powers that are within him. Not only does he make her his daughter, he even bestows her the name of "Beast"-a name only the direct descendants of the family are allowed to receive. A found family story featuring an alpha-male father, his worldly daughter with rather mature preferences, and a stepmother who harbors a mysterious secret. WARNING: This story contains content that may not be suitable for some readers. All Rights Reserved Written by Latine.

Ever since she was suddenly possessed by a sub-character in her favorite novel, Random Box, Ciel's goal in life has been to become the head maid of the villainous Grand Duke. However, when the Grand Duke is killed by the female lead, Ciel's goal is thwarted. In the end, Ciel saves the Grand Duke and is cursed to become a child instead. To break the curse, she must become the adopted daughter of an even worse villain? Can Ciel survive the villain's lair and return to adulthood? *** Weekly updates on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. All Rights Reserved Written by Yeonbi.

Becoming the villainess in a novel, Syriana Melfort thinks that she can live a worry-free life as the daughter of one of the four prestigious ducal families in the empire. However, when misfortune falls upon the once-flourishing Argenias, the Melfort family proposes an exchange to increase their power-the heir of the Argenia family for financial aid. When Agester Argenia is sent to the Melforts, he is indoctrinated with two main instructions: obey the members of the Melfort family, and fall in love with Syriana. However, when the brainwashed Argenia begins to obsess with Syriana, she can't take it anymore and breaks the plot, undoing the effects of the brainwashing. But now, the Agester she has to deal with is completely unexpected. WARNING: This story contains depictions of abuse that may be upsetting for some readers. All Rights Reserved Written by Flangby.

Jiwon Kang is suffering from cancer at only thirty-seven years old, but she believes she can get through it with her husband Minhwan and her best friend Sumin at her side-until she finds the two of them in bed together. The literal last straw is when Minhwan goes so far as to murder Jiwon without any remorse. So when Jiwon somehow opens her eyes and finds herself ten years in the past, she's determined to change her fate. But in order for Jiwon to avoid meeting the same dismal end, someone has to take her place. Jiwon sets out to forge a new future for herself and get revenge for the past by setting up her backstabbing best friend with her cheating husband. Clearly, they're a match made in heaven-or rather, a match made in hell. WARNING: This story contains depictions of serious or terminal illness, profanity, and strong language that may be upsetting for some readers. All Rights Reserved Written by Sungsojak.