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Looking Glass (Darkest Secrets Volume 2)

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Time 1h 17m

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Falco never had an easy life - and he's the fastest human alive.

After stealing, hiding, and all-around scoundrel-ing his way through the world, he'd finally found his way out of the seedy underground of Vigilantes and onto the proper track of a Sentinel. 

Then the Blitz smushed Neo Paolo and the Sentinels got defunded. Now he has to choose between being the Republic's bulldog or going back to a life of running from the cops every time he saves someone.

Things couldn't get any worse. Except his friends are about to stumble upon his deepest, darkest secret...

*A Darkest Secrets Novellette*All Rights Reserved

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Runaway Train (Preview) by LiAWake

It's easy to run from your problems, but they inevitably catch up. Freedom. Adventure. No Restrictions. From birth, the human mind is tethered to these ideals. Threatening to run away as a kid to wanting to travel the world as an adult. It takes years to get a taste of these things, and when it finally comes, it's short-lived. Hayden, a fresh high school graduate with an itch for photography, something that wasn't mutually accepted by his mother. She always compared him to his military-serving older brother, Jack, who had set the standards of what was to be expected. In a last resort attempt, Hayden has to make the most significant choice of his life and does what he always threatened to do as a kid. Run away. With the help of a misfit-like individual, Hayden goes on an adventure of a lifetime. While unaware that his past is catching up to him. He'd inevitably have to decide how he wanted to live out the rest of his days, either as an office prisoner or a runaway.

Star Kissed by LizzyFord

When Mandy loses her job, she thinks she’s hit rock bottom – until her plane is swallowed by a strange storm that sends her and everyone else on board 10,000 years into the future. At first, she thinks the scary world is nothing more than a bad dream. The war-torn Earth is unrecognizable. Black fog blocks the sun, and the oceans are dry. Even worse: the planet is inhabited by half-human, half-alien creatures dying from a mysterious disease. Horrified at the thought of spending her life here, she clings to the knowledge that there’s one man who can open the star gate to send her home. As the Naki prince who controls the star gate, Akkadi gets first choice of any human female that makes her way through the star gate. Only by breeding with purebred humans from the past can his race hope to remain immune to the disease and hopefully, develop an eventual cure. With shrinking resources and a raging battle for the human planet, dutiful, commanding Akkadi is less than thrilled at the idea of trying to figure out Mandy, a woman he views as wild with neither discipline nor respect for someone in his position. He’s ready to write her off, when she offers him something too tempting to resist: her body for the chance to convince him by any means possible to send her home. Neither intends for the arrangement to be permanent or to fall for the other. Only when Mandy learns Akkadi’s secret and walks away does he realize he’ll do whatever it takes to keep her – even if it means losing his war.

Lunar Virus ✔️ by its_really_not

Elodie's life changes at the turn of a doorknob when she is forced into joining a secret organization that claims to be protecting the Earth from aliens. But with every step she takes, she finds the organization, or the facility, as they call it, becoming more and more suspicious. When a mysterious death occurs, revealing a well-concealed secret, things quickly go downhill as humanity's future is placed on the shoulders of a single gaggle of teenagers. *** I hear a sigh from the other side of the door, "Miss. Chaucer, you have a wonderful opportunity here, are you going to take it or not?" Now, I am seriously confused, "Opportunity?" She takes advantage of my befuddled state and shoves the door open. Shit. The corners of her mouth pull up, and it's so unnatural, it takes me a moment to realize she's smiling. Major plastic surgery? Probably. Click. Did she just lock the door? She locked the door! I spring towards the house phone, dusty from years of doing absolutely nothing, so I can call the police. I don't make it. Halfway there, I trip on my own pant-leg and face plant on the floor. The woman steps over me and retrieves the phone. She looks at it as if it's a foreign object, "This won't be necessary. All I want to do is talk to you." For some reason, instead of screaming, I stay silent. She smiles and pulls out a chair from the kitchen table for me to sit on. When I don't sit, she says, "If you want to know what's going on, then sit." I think about it for a moment. She hasn't hurt me yet, and I have to admit, I am quite curious as to what's going on. So, call me stupid, but I sit down. "I am from a space organization that protects civilians from . . . outside threats." *** Beautiful cover made by @mahana258! HR: 203 in science fiction (5/8/18) Completed on August 15th, 2018 (Indian independence day!) *******This is not a zombie novel

We Stood on Sunset Hill by JoshuaMichaelRamirez

Eight years ago... A chilling secret was buried deep within the government's shadows-a secret so immense it could shatter the fabric of reality. Earth was on the brink of a cataclysm, and only a few knew the truth. John, an elite agent, couldn't live with the weight of it. He chose to defy his orders, vowing to warn his family before it was too late. But as he reached out to them, he was caught. The truth was silenced. His desperate message, unfinished and lost, faded into oblivion. Present day... It's a quiet Friday evening. The sky is painted with the fading colors of sunset as Bucky and his friends gather at their usual spot-Sunset Hill. It's a tradition in their small town, a chance to unwind and watch the world slip into darkness. But tonight, something is different. As the last sliver of sun disappears, Clair's sharp eyes catch a strange red light flickering in the forest across town. With adrenaline coursing through their veins, they venture into the unknown, drawn to the mysterious glow. What they find is more than they ever expected. In the depths of the woods, they stumble upon a forgotten secret: a trail of clues left behind by someone who once fought to protect the truth. Among the debris, a letter was found with the name "John Ketterman" etched into it. Who was John? Why did he disappear? And more importantly, will Bucky and his friends be able to find his family before the end of the world? The answers are buried in the dark corners of their town, waiting to be uncovered, as four friends find themselves caught in a race against time... and toward an impending disaster that no one is prepared for. The world as they know it is on the edge of unraveling-and only they can stop it, if they can survive long enough to piece it all together.

Under the Surface by BlvckHalyz

What would you do if you found out nothing in your life is as it seems? Grace never expected to be attacked after a night out, let alone wake up in a stranger's house the next morning. But that's only the beginning. When she discovers her family has been receiving threatening letters from an anonymous writer, Grace realizes the safety her wealthy life once provided is completely gone. As more secrets begin to surface, she starts questioning everything and everyone she thought she knew, deciding to take matters into her own hands. A decision made to save her father, her only family. A decision that will bring her closer to danger, but one she won't walk away from. Even if it means risking her life. The stakes have never been higher: is Grace ready to face what's coming? Don't miss the two weekly updates!

Them by Gotvamp

Rose has a secret and no one knows what it it, but no one really cares, but her secret follows her around, literally. Rose lives in a world where there are only kids (Well under 20) and right before there 20th birthday they get taken away, no one knows what happens to them but the all suspect that there dead. Rose is 19, meaning she doesn't have long before it her turn. Everyone gets their blood drawn daily, but no one knows why. The only a adults are the Helpers (the doctors) as Rose likes to call them and Them but Rose doesn't ever know if they're human. When she gets assigned to a doctor she starts asking questions; questions that will hurt the people she cares about.

A Timekeeper's Awakening by Encee22

Fifth-teen-year-old Cron Orus has grown up in a place called New Onyx Province. This is a society of people who can wield time itself. Only three abilities exist in their world. One is to slow down time, the other is to stop time, and the last is to speed up time. These abilities can only be practical to close people or objects. Poor Cron has no abilities in a place filled with wonder. Cron has been constantly teased and accused of being timeless. However, that all changed one faithful day. At a desperate time in his life, he finally released his powers. However, he has discovered he can wield all three abilities. Something like this hasn't been heard in years. However, this puts a huge target on his head. The Timekeepers are coming, and they are looking for someone like him. What secrets will Cron discover? What role will he play in his newfound time abilities? And will be hendle his new future?

Whispers of the Crimson Shadow by that_wittywriter

Ever wondered what hides in the shadows of the quietest minds? In a small, unsuspecting town, people start disappearing-first one, then another. At first, it seems random, but every victim has something in common. Each carries a secret so dark, it could ruin their lives... if they were still alive. Meet Eren. The charming barista who remembers your favorite coffee order. The polite neighbor who waters your plants when you're away. The guy everyone trusts. But behind his warm smile is a mind that thrives on chaos and blood-a predator hiding in plain sight. As Detective Mira Lane digs deeper into the cases, her gut tells her there's more to these murders than meets the eye. But how do you catch a killer who knows how to blend in so perfectly? Someone who could be the person you'd least suspect? Dark, twisted, and chillingly personal, "Whispers of the Crimson Shadow" will make you question the faces you trust and the secrets you keep. Care to step into the mind of a monster?

Speed-Man - The Fight For Peace by ASQUAD_19

ACU Presents: Speedman **When shadows creep beyond reality and oblivion threatens to consume the multiverse, one crimson storm stands defiant.** Umair, the guardian of a city scarred by darkness, faces a new threat unlike any he's known. The Echo, a rippling wave of forgotten worlds, whispers of an imminent Oblivion Storm, a maelstrom of chaos poised to devour all existence. But Umair is not alone. From the swirling colors of distant dimensions, echoes of familiar laughter and crimson blurs flicker into existence. Whispers of chili dog-fueled heroism and lightning-fast courage weave through the shadows, hinting at a storm of a different kind. Could these unexpected allies hold the key to weathering the coming apocalypse? Amidst the crumbling realities and whispers of lost heroes, Umair must navigate a labyrinth of deceit and forgotten powers. Every choice ripples across the multiverse, forging treacherous alliances and igniting battles against ancient evils. Can he embrace the chaos within and become the storm that pierces the oblivion, or will the universe fall silent to the symphony of a forgotten apocalypse? **Journey through a thrilling adventure across realities** in this epic tale of friendship, sacrifice, and the unwavering courage to face the absurd. Discover secrets buried in the multiverse's past, witness the echoes of legendary heroes, and prepare for a climax that will leave you on the edge of your seat. **Extra Details:** * **The third official story in the ACU Universe.** * **Powered by the vibrant ACU Discord community.** * **Sponsored by the ACU Community.** * **A roller coaster of laughter, heroism, and cosmic dust-ups.** **Unleash the storm within. Let the echo begin.**

Impetus System: The power of chaos by JesTanis

In a world where magic erupted through an interdimensional portal, transforming reality into a battleground between humans and chaotic creatures, Satsu Arashi is a young man shunned as an outcast. Branded Rank F the lowest tier of power- he shoulders the burden of supporting his family amid poverty and societal scorn. But when he joins the Phoenix Brotherhood, an organization of adventurers tasked with protecting humanity, Satsu discovers his true strength lies not in mana, but in his unyielding resilience. Recruited by the Ebony Wings, a guild of underdogs as rejected as he is, Satsu finds unlikely allies: a warrior haunted by loss, a healer pushing her limits, a rebellious sorceress, and a summoner with a trickster ferret. Together, they take on missions scorned by the powerful, defending the forgotten. However, when they investigate the Terror's Lair, an ancient portal that never closed, they unleash a primordial entity-and awaken something within Satsu: the Impetus System, an ancestral power poised to rewrite the world's rules. As Satsu struggles to master this new level-up system, unlocking abilities that defy his lowly rank, he faces a dire trade-off: the Impetus System consumes not just mana, but fragments of his humanity. Satsu to question who truly controls this magic-drenched world. In a universe where magic enforces hierarchy and the strong prey on the weak, Satsu must choose: ascend as a Precursor capable of reshaping reality... or be consumed by the same darkness threatening to tear the world apart. What to Expect: - Unique Evolution System: Discover how the Impetus System defies traditional ranks, offering unpredictable powers at a moral cost. - Epic Battles: From goblin hordes in forgotten villages to cosmic horrors that test sanity. - social inequality - Inner Struggles: How far would you go to protect those you love? The chaos began with a portal. It will end with a choice.

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Runaway Train (Preview)

It's easy to run from your problems, but they inevitably catch up. Freedom. Adventure. No Restrictions. From birth, the human mind is tethered to these ideals. Threatening to run away as a kid to wanting to travel the world as an adult. It takes years to get a taste of these things, and when it finally comes, it's short-lived. Hayden, a fresh high school graduate with an itch for photography, something that wasn't mutually accepted by his mother. She always compared him to his military-serving older brother, Jack, who had set the standards of what was to be expected. In a last resort attempt, Hayden has to make the most significant choice of his life and does what he always threatened to do as a kid. Run away. With the help of a misfit-like individual, Hayden goes on an adventure of a lifetime. While unaware that his past is catching up to him. He'd inevitably have to decide how he wanted to live out the rest of his days, either as an office prisoner or a runaway.