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Beyond The Neon

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In a game where champions rise, the shadows beneath consume.

Miguel Mendoza has always thrived under pressure. A seventeen-year-old e-sports prodigy, he joins the Dominators, an elite university team renowned for their mastery of Mandirigma, a MOBA game inspired by Filipino mythology. But as Miguel dives deeper into the world of high-stakes matches and dazzling victories, he begins to hear them: voices rising from the game itself.

The whispers belong to more than just forgotten legends. They are the echoes of past champions, players who burned bright before vanishing into obscurity. Rosa, the humming prodigy. Carlos, the undefeated captain. Now their warnings are clear: Mandirigma is not just a game. It's a battleground for the soul, and the price of victory is far greater than Miguel can bear.

Underneath the neon glow of triumph, something ancient and sinister lurks, feeding on the dreams and lives of those who dare to reach for glory. Miguel must confront the spirits haunting him and the traumas they awaken, or risk becoming another name lost to the game's dark legacy.

Beneath the neon lies the truth and it wants him next.All Rights Reserved

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hiraeth • 18+ by whodrewrue

She hated the spotlight. He lived in it. She was just the quiet girl with perfect grades. He was power wrapped in charm. Rich beyond belief. An heir to a name powerful enough to open any door and shut any mouth. Nobody knew her secrets, hidden behind glass smiles and a shine so bright. Nobody knew his darkness, worn like a crown. That was bowed before. He didn't shine, he burned. Selena didn't know what she was getting into. It was her sister's friend. It was a harmless crush. A fantasy. A look. But then, he looked back. Now he wants her. To claim. To possess. To destroy and rebuild until there's nothing left of her that isn't his. He'd bleed, hurt -- burn down the world to have her. She wanted to belong. He wanted her to belong to him.

Soulbound Ascension by DenetteAton

"He was born human to forget his power. She loved him too much to let him remember. But now his past is calling, and the world trembles at the return of the Blood King." Esports legend Faker thought his biggest challenge was dominating the gaming world-until his vampiric essence began to stir. Memories of a life ruled by blood and power clash with his present as a mortal, threatening to consume him. His queen, Valia, has awakened, bringing not only love but the betrayal that cast him into this life. Now, the supernatural council has summoned the Dark Tournament, a deadly contest that could crown him king-or destroy him. With his loyal T1 team by his side, Faker must face vengeful enemies, uncover Valia's true motives, and resist the shadowy Maek spirit that seeks to plunge all realms into chaos. Caught between past and present, duty and desire, Faker stands at a crossroads: Will he embrace his legacy as the Blood King or carve out a new destiny?

Seducing the Billionaire [R-18] [Completed] by PsychedelicDistress

Highest Ranking #1 in SEDUCTION and RATED-R Serena Acosta gave her body to a stranger on the night she dumped her boyfriend. She was drunk and the gorgeous man she met in the club was there to give her comfort... and pleasure. Matapos ang kanilang mainit na tagpo, gustuhin man niyang kilalanin ang gwapong estrangherong nakaniig ay nahihiya na rin siyang humarap dito. She let alcohol and lust get the better of her and that's not what a proper woman would allow. Embarrassed of how she acted like a whore, she snuck out while the hot stranger was still sleeping. What happened that night was too embarrassing for her that she wanted to keep it a secret for the rest of her life. She made a few mistakes with men in her past but she wasn't a cheap woman! She hoped she would never see the man again. But to her surprise, the stranger turned out to be her new boss and she will be his new secretary... unluckily. At doon na nagsimulang magkaroon ng malaking pagbabago sa buhay niya lalong-lalo na sa sex life niya... COPYRIGHT © 2018 by Domina Saint James / PsychedelicDistress All rights reserved. Published only on Wattpad.com. No part of this book may be used or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without written permission except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical articles and reviews. This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents either are the product of the author's imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, events, or locales is entirely coincidental. Note: This is only a rough draft. This version is not edited by a professional and no soft copies in any form will be distributed.

Better Without You | Jungkook by KooKie_Doll

"I'm not comfortable sharing the same bed with you," the mafia princess said, her voice tinged with anger. "Why? What's wrong with that?" the mafia leader whispered, his breath hot against her cheek. He moved in closer, his hands resting on her waist. "You know very well what's wrong with it. I despise you, Jungkook. I always have and I always will." she shouted glaring at him. "We're a married couple, it's normal. And you know what else is normal in marriages?" he added, his lips dangerously close to hers. She tried to push him away, but he grabbed her wrists and pulled her closer to him as he attached his fluffy lips to her plump red ones. -- Y/N is forced into a situation she never wanted, and she finds herself struggling to come to terms with the fact that the man she hates is now going to be her husband. Started: July 25, 2023 Ended: August 17, 2024 18+. Contains mature themes such as sexual content and very sensitive topics that may trigger some people. Please do not read if that makes you feel uncomfortable. This is a fan-fiction, purpose that all incidents and occasions in this are all imaginary and all are of my imagination. Any resemblance to substantial life events and species, living or dead, are all purely coincidence.

Know Me If You Can - A Taekook Love Story by Dani-luv-bts

"You should be careful, love. If I can find out about you, so can they." "I'm sorry, but I don't take advices from c*** s****." "Why don't you come see me tonight. Although Jay will probably kill us both if we get caught, I think I can make an exception for you." "I think I'll pass. Man w***** are not really my type." A sassy beauty and a seemingly sex toy, kept purely for the satisfaction of a ruthless and psychopathic mafia boss. A simple man, driven mad by the betrayal of his loved one, unwittingly caught up with the devil's attention. Or ... they might be someone totally different. Nothing will be what it seem and you better keep your eyes wide open, if you want to survive. Two people, who have their paths crossed with each other .... but is it for better or worse?? Only time will tell.. Republished on 16/10/2023. Hope third time is the charm..☺️☺️ A/N - story line is all mine. Apologies if any resemblance to another story. Photo credit to rightful owners. Cover done by @-bts7sins- ❤ All the names and events are purely fiction. No disrespect meant for anyone. This book is set in the mafia world and contains usual triggering subject such as ~~Blood ~~Fights ~~Detailed scenes of torture ~~Psychotic behavior of the villain. ~~Degrading language ~~Non-con scenes (not explicit and only in relation to the villain) ~~Murder (Not gorified) ~~Drug Use. ~~Explicit scenes 🔥 The villain in the story is a psychopath. All the scenes with triggering contents will be marked with ❌❌❌❌ Even though there is quiet a bit of these psychotic behaviour, it's not from our beloved taekook. I will give as little details as possible but kindly refrain from reading if it's not your cup of tea. This story will have mature themes. So read at your own risk. You've been warned. Happy reading. 💜💜

The Caretaker He Bought by puffy_1304

"You're not here to fall in love." "Trust me, sir... I don't even know what that means." She was sold like a possession-traded away by the very people who were supposed to protect her. At just seventeen, she finds herself in a cold, unfamiliar mansion owned by a powerful man known for his silence, strict rules, and a heartbreak he never talks about. His only condition? Take care of his one-year-old daughter. Don't speak unless spoken to. Don't enter his study. Never touch him. For her, following orders is nothing new. Obedience has kept her alive this long. But the baby's soft cries break something inside her, and her tender touch begins to warm a house that forgot what love felt like. He tells himself she's just a caretaker. Just a temporary solution. But night after night, she shatters rule after rule... And soon, his heart becomes the final one to break. 🎯 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐞 Genre: Romance / Drama / Slow Burn / Hurt-Comfort Age rating: 16+ (emotional abuse themes, mature emotional content)

The House Of Psycho (UNDER REVISION) by wisestud

[UNDER REVISION] Liezy Lopez has been trapped inside of Casanueva's Mansion, where her sweet dreams instantly turned into nightmares as she stayed with a group of man with psychological disorder. Everyday went strangely for her; running sweaty through dark aisle, being a good daughter of a husky man she called 'Daddy' and spends her day lying on a soft delicate bed without undergarments. How long will she endure all of that? Where will her feelings going to? Not until, she discovered the secrets of a real Psychopath. WARNING: R-18 | THIS STORY IS NOT FOR SENSITIVE.

Between the Lines of Reality by ThatOneEmilia

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She Grew by Distance by Dravon_Hale

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• MY FEAR 🔞 || KIM TAEHYUNG||🔞 by JishaDas

•( COMPLETED ) But ( UNDER - EDIT) 📌. • Age gap (1995 him). 📌Him: • Stalker - underground mafia king . Nature: rude, calm , violent , short tempered, toxic , bad overthinker, trouble maker with* mental health problems *. 📌Troop: • violence, torcher, punishment, little love, full obsession, psycho, mental illness, confusion, misunderstanding 24 hours, 🗣️: 👀 This story is for those people with High mental illness ... Read this toxic brain eating story at ur own risk . 📌 Story: The story is about how badly he will be obsessed with a random girl with an age gap and how he will trap onto his cage for the of his life just to get her ... No matter what she wants but what he wants he will do that for sure..no one can separate her from him not even death... The name she will carry on her mind will hunt her alive...a poor soul with a confused mind should she give him a chance? What will happen to god knows... Is he seriously in love or just playing with her feelings? is he torturing Her for fun or is it overthinking? Will she get the peace she deserves? What if after getting obsessed with her he keeps testing her loyalty just to be sure he doesn't make the same mistake his father did? what if love someone make him weak like his father...? My real instgram account: https://www.instagram.com/_jisha_das_?igsh=MTFncWkzZjNlMHU5aw== Follow

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hiraeth • 18+

She hated the spotlight. He lived in it. She was just the quiet girl with perfect grades. He was power wrapped in charm. Rich beyond belief. An heir to a name powerful enough to open any door and shut any mouth. Nobody knew her secrets, hidden behind glass smiles and a shine so bright. Nobody knew his darkness, worn like a crown. That was bowed before. He didn't shine, he burned. Selena didn't know what she was getting into. It was her sister's friend. It was a harmless crush. A fantasy. A look. But then, he looked back. Now he wants her. To claim. To possess. To destroy and rebuild until there's nothing left of her that isn't his. He'd bleed, hurt -- burn down the world to have her. She wanted to belong. He wanted her to belong to him.