A Silent Voice Shouko

"Come on, waiter," Tom taunted, his voice dripping with contempt. "You should lick it up while it's still cool," he added with a sly chuckle as his friends eagerly removed their phones to capture August’s humiliation for their amusement. August was devastated, the money he had been saving for the past eight months barely amounted to $180. How would he muster $800 to spare himself from this humiliating ordeal? Stooping that low to lick the liquor on the floor was an option he rather succumbed to death sooner than consider.  "Please, give me until tomorrow. I'll find a way to borrow the money and pay you back," August pleaded, desperation creeping into his voice. But Tom was not having it with him. “No waiter, everything starts and end today. If you are going to pay me the money then is going to be today and right now, or I will have to force you to lick up the liquor”. August's devastation intensified as he realized the gravity of the situation, this was not optional like Tom presented it the first time. His intentions were clear; he did not at all cared about the money all he wanted was to have August lick the floor for their amusement.

Elvis, a driven office worker who always pushed the limits of his overtime, never expected his life to come to a sudden halt. Tragically, he found himself caught in the crossfire of a criminal on the run and was struck down in the prime of his life by a stray bullet. Just when he thought it was all over, a mysterious voice echoed through his mind, offering him a second chance. And just like that, Elvis is reborn into a world of swords, sorcery, and mythical creatures beyond his wildest dreams. As a juvenile dragon without the comfort of a mother's protection, every day is a battle for survival. He must adapt quickly to this harsh new reality, constantly fending off dangerous beasts and humans who see him as a threat. But with each new challenge, Elvis grows stronger, determined to climb the ranks and become the most powerful creature in this alternate world. As he sets out on his journey, will Elvis be able to outsmart and outlast his enemies? Can he overcome the odds and claim his place at the top? Find out in this thrilling tale of magic, adventure, and unexpected twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

After five years of a secret marriage, my wife, a cold and renowned chef, suddenly asked for a divorce. I smiled bitterly, left with nothing, and embarked on an extraordinary path, becoming an acclaimed automotive expert and a successful entrepreneur. Post-divorce, she regretted deeply after watching me, her former husband, dazzling and captivating countless hearts in the automotive world. She wished she hadn't acted rashly. Wanting to win me back, she even begged to visit my high-end car shop, hoping to reignite our old flame of love. "Honey, am I not captivating enough? Come back to me, please. I want to rebuild our life together." I frowned slightly, lips parting in a cold voice, "Madam, please restrain yourself. I am not your husband; so don't make such shameless claims. If you want to find fulfillment, please turn left and walk out the door to find whatever person you can." Once, you looked down on me and treated me like trash. Now, I stand at the peak of success, beyond your reach.

Ares Valen was an ordinary man—until a lightning storm tore reality apart and hurled him into another world. He wakes up inside the dying body of a forgotten prince on a collapsing frontier: a barren desert, starving civilians, half-orc raiders, berserk tribes, and warlords fighting over the last scraps of land. Death closes in from every direction. Then a familiar voice echoes in his mind: “Rome: Total War system initialized.” The world changes. With this strange power, Ares can summon Roman legions, build ancient cities, unlock divine blessings, and command armies that grow stronger after every victory. As the chosen War Priest of Jupiter, he gains divine skills, awakens legendary commanders, and turns a dying settlement into a rising force feared across the frontier. But enemies are everywhere— dark mages, barbarian clans, forgotten gods, and kingdoms long fallen into ruin. In the shadows, something ancient begins to stir again… the same force that once destroyed this land. Aretian has only one path left: Rise. Conquer. Survive. And forge a new Rome in a world that has never known its might. War. Strategy. Divine power. A legend begins at the edge of the desert.

"So you wanted to get rid of me so badly that you now carry divorce papers around in your handbag?" Elijah asked his mother-in-law, his voice filled with disbelief. Mrs. Williams didn’t even try to hide it, she held her head up high with pride. They really wanted to get rid of him. Elijah got divorced and walked away and his wife and her family , but they didn't know that the company Natasha, his wife built up he was the one asking his contacts to give them contracts and even asked his assistant ceo to give his wife a $40 million dollar contract , and then he made a call to stop all help, the 60 million dollar contract his ex wife got from his company was cancelled, his contacts refused to work with her and took their funds back and she was left on the verge of bankruptcy, she came to beg, but Elijah said he would make sure the company he helped her build will fall and go bankrupt and refused to help ,even when she was kneeling pleading in tears. Don't bite the hand that feeds you.

What will happen if a random NPC got awakened and started to build his life instead of following the gamemaster script? That was what happened to Nash Ledger, an ordinary NPC in an open UVR game called ‘Heaven of Terraria.’ Terraria used to be a peaceful land, a place where all races and tribes lived in harmony. But one day, many huge towers suddenly appeared from underground and hundreds of monsters came from the inside, attacking villages and innocent people mercilessly. Nash lived in Camden village that bound to be destroyed by the beasts attack as a part of the game intro. The village was burned into ashes and nobody survived, which later create great chaos at Terraria. It lead to the born of future hero and warrior in Terraria, which must hunt down the beasts and destroy the tower by clearing all the floor inside it. Nash repeated his life as an NPC again and again. He died thousand times everytime a new player sign in to the UVR. But, that night, when Nash trapped and got buried under the roof ruins, waiting for his certain death, a strange voice came inside his head. [The host had been found.] [You have completed all the requirements of the hidden quest ‘Courage Of The Unseen’] [Welcome, Player Nash Ledger.]

This is my story. I'm Elvar Sagara. That afternoon, I went to the mall to find a Halloween festival costume. I was just browsing. But I found something… weird. A horned mask and an outfit that looked familiar, like my favorite comic book character, so I bought it. When I got home, I tried it on immediately. The outfit fit me perfectly. The mask… was creepy. But cool. I stood in front of the mirror, and for some reason, I started acting. I folded my arms across my chest. My body stood tall. In a loud voice, I shouted: “Hahaha! I am the true Demon King! I will lead you all! HAHAHA!” My laughter grew louder. Ridiculous? Yeah. But I was totally getting into the role. Then… I blinked. The moment my eyelids opened, I was in a vast hall. Surrounded by terrifying creatures. Demons. They were all bowing to me. My laughter still hadn't stopped. But my heart nearly stopped. Strangely, I kept acting. I knew… if I stopped, if I took off this mask and admitted I was just a regular human I’d probably be killed on the spot. So… What am I supposed to do now?

What would you do to clear a debt you could never repay? Isaac Rhoades is at rock bottom. After taking a massive illegal loan to pay for his sister’s surgery—only for her to die anyway—he’s hunted by brutal loan sharks, fired from his warehouse job, and left homeless. Just as he's about to end it all, a strange voice echoes in his mind: “System Activation: Mission Credit Redemption Protocol Initiated.” The Debtbound System offers him a way out—but every cleared dollar requires a mission. Deliver cursed packages. Eliminate dangerous criminals. Expose corrupt politicians. Some missions save lives. Others destroy them. Every success earns him powers and a chunk off his debt. Every failure comes at a horrifying cost. As Isaac navigates this deadly path, he discovers he's not the only one bound by the system—and some users will do anything to break free. What started as a fight for survival becomes a war for redemption, power, and the truth behind the system’s origin. To win his freedom, Isaac must conquer the missions. But to keep his soul… he must conquer himself.

" Lisa, I... I didn-" " Stop it." Lisa declared, her voice trembling with emotion. "I won't tolerate any more of your lies, you overstepped your boundaries this time, Mello, and I won't forgive you for it." she said, gasping. She stopped for a moment, staring directly into his eyes. Mello could have sworn he saw guilt and pain in those blue eyes. He hated that he was the reason she was that way. He attempted to speak but words failed him. " I think this is it," Lisa said, letting her tears fall as she made a painful decision " I can't do this anymore. Let's end this marriage." Mello Buster, once content with his modest life despite its challenges, found himself broken by Lisa's declaration. He left in despair, feeling depressed and defeated. To his surprise, fate had a surprising twist in store. A shocking revelation suddenly led him to become an heir to a vast fortune worth trillions. Armed with newfound wealth and influence, the once worthless son-in-law returned on a mission to reclaim his dignity and prove his worth to those who had belittled him.

“Sign the papers, Yemin. You’re nothing but a lapdog living in my house,” Katherine sneered, flipping her perfect hair. “You should be thanking me for keeping you around this long. Even my maid is more useful than you.” Her new lover, James Franx, smirked. “Man, I almost feel bad for you. Almost. Must suck knowing your only talent is folding laundry and giving foot massages.” The whole room burst into laughter. Yemin just stood there, silent. They called him a loser. A househusband. A pathetic joke. But what they didn’t know? The man they mocked owned the very restaurant they were dining in. The billion-dollar contracts they bragged about? His name was on every single one. And when the truth dropped, their smiles vanished. "Throw them out," the CEO of Ravol Company ordered, his voice cold. Katherine's jaw dropped. "W-What? No, this has to be a mistake!" James turned pale. "Wait! You don't understand! He’s just a nobody!" Yemin chuckled, finally looking them in the eyes. "You’re right, James. I was a nobody. But tell me… what does that make the fool who was just begging at my feet?"