Picking Up Fragments in Douluo Continent

Jake Rivers was just another broke university student trying to survive—until an accident changes everything. After waking from surgery, Jake discovers a terrifying advantage: for one hour each day, he can see the gold market with impossible clarity. Every move, every trap, every surge becomes predictable. With no money and no safety net, he quietly turns this ability into profit, transforming small trades into growing wealth. What begins as a desperate attempt to pay debts soon becomes something far bigger. As Jake’s fortune rises, so does attention from powerful figures who notice a silent player dominating the financial world. To protect his edge and build something lasting, Jake must master discipline, secrecy, and ambition. Because getting rich is only the beginning. Jake Rivers is on his way to becoming a tycoon. ___ Just another newbie author here... Original novel...

not my story, i just use the audiobook function

Leo Lightlock was born as a nameless baby—the last of his kind. Before the Lightlock race disappeared, the remaining 23 Lightlocks sacrificed all of their energy to create a final successor, a child who would inherit the greatest potential their race could offer. After the ritual, the baby was left alone in the world, without a name or family. He was later discovered by the King and Queen of the great city of Lucindor. Moved by the child’s presence and reminded of their fallen son, Leonidas, they chose to adopt him. In honor of the son they had lost, they named the child Leo. Although raised within the royal palace, Leo was never a prince, as he was not a true descendant of the royal bloodline. Still, the King and Queen cared for him as their own. Unaware of his true origin, Leo grows up in Lucindor while carrying within him the combined power and legacy of the final 23 Lightlocks. His journey is to uncover his true identity and awaken the immense potential that was entrusted to him—the last hope of the Lightlock race.

Aria thought signing a simple contract with billionaire Lucien would be harmless… until sparks of wild, untamed magic erupted inside her. Now, she’s thrown into a world where billionaires hide secrets, shadows lurk, and every choice could be deadly. With Lucien’s controlling charm, her newfound powers, and a mysterious enemy named Vespera, Aria must navigate a dangerous game of love, magic, and betrayal. Can she survive the Realm… or will her obsession with Lucien consume them both?

Maya Alvarez fought tooth and nail for her full-ride scholarship to St. Benedict’s University. The last thing the chemistry-major freshman needs is a distraction, especially one wearing a Thunderhawks jersey and a cocky grin. Jake Thompson is the golden-boy quarterback with NFL scouts on speed dial and a family name that opens every door. He’s used to getting what he wants… until his grades threaten to bench him for good. When Maya is assigned to tutor the campus king, sparks fly,and not the good kind. She sees privilege in him, while he sees judgment in her. But late-night study sessions in quiet dorm corners start blurring the lines between rivalry and something deeper. As Jake wrestles with the pressure to go pro early and Maya battles imposter syndrome in a world that feels miles from home, the real game begins off the field. One stolen kiss could change everything… or cost them both the futures they’ve fought for.

[MATURE CONTENT] Eighteen years ago, blood stained the halls of the Full Moon Gala. The Vampires came slaughtering nearly every wolf shifter at the gala, including the visiting royal family. Blood drenched the earth, and when the carnage ended. Prince Ambrose, soaked in the screams of his people, he rose from the ashes with a single vow: Blood for blood. Eighteen years later, Ambrose is now Alpha King, ruthless, unyielding, and revered by his pack. But his thirst for vengeance never dulled. His target? Princess Odette. Odette isn’t a delicate doll. She’s fire wrapped in silk. Born of power, and unafraid to destroy. Raised by the very monsters that broke him. Ambrose wants to break her. But this princess doesn't break easily. Captured. Kidnapped. Claimed. The girl he wanted to destroy becomes the woman he can’t stop watching. Touching. Needing. Their bond is dangerous. Twisted. Forbidden. Can love be born of vengeance? What if a terrifying and dangerous threat rises from the shadows? Can a millennia long blood feud be overcome or will they destroy themselves before the enemy even has a chance? Ex: “I missed how you talked back. I can smell the fire burning inside you. Your arousal. It’s strong. Now be a good girl and lie still.” He requested with what sounded like a polite tone but was really just a cover for his sick twisted thrill. “You don’t smell shit from me.” I was getting angry. I know he probably has armed my collar again or I’d throw him across the room and untie myself, give him a piece of my mind. But another part of me. Some twisted sick masochist piece of me wanted to find out how the game was played. He quickly closed the distance between us, reaching to tie the blindfold over me. The minute my vision darkened alarms rang in my head. Every sense was heightened. It was intense and overpowering. “Ever been touched here, by man?” I shook my heads no. He lifted his hand from my skin, and that’s when I realized I’d been holding my breath. He moved to my stomach. “How about here?” I shook my head no. He was driving me crazy, my skin was screaming for more, despite my better judgement, I also wanted more. His warm gentle touch sent a ripple of heat rolling down my back. I desperately wanted to know what yes would mean. My heart was thundering. The pit in my stomach became and ache between my legs. And then hot, soft lips crashed into mine, stealing my breath, it was anything but gentle. It was violent, all consuming, and possessive. Something twisted in me, I opened my mouth like a weak idiot and let him in. Let his tongue explore my mouth. I gave in completely surrendering to him. “You taste far better than I expected.” He sounded almost as breathless as me. I could hear his heart pounding just like mine. He touched my neck next. I nodded yes. Not just because it was true, but because I wanted it. I shouldn’t want it, but I did. Desperately. I wanted to feel the touch of his lips again. And my wish was granted. He bit into my neck softly first and started sucking and kissing on me. A moan escaped me, one I didn’t see coming. The bite at first hurt, but the sucking on my neck eased the pain, sending a jolt of pleasure through me. ***Updates come, but they're slow!***

This is obviously not my story, but I wanted to put it here so I could use the TTS to listen to it at work. Please support the original author, and if he wants me to take this down, I will. (I hope he doesn't, I like the TTS here more than fanfiction.) Between the violent gangs, greedy corporations, and corrupt governments, nowhere is really safe in Night City. But when Jackson is torn from his world and dropped into the world of chrome, armed with the Tinker of Fiction, what path will he take? Wake up, Samurai. We got a city to burn.

Hayato Ando is an ordinary student in Tokyo... until he awakens his Dual Soul, a power that summons Trigger, a versatile warrior from another dimension. Now, as he tries to navigate his school life, Hayato finds himself trapped in a secret world of people with powers, organizations that hunt them, and creatures that appear from other dimensions. With the help of other Dual Souls, Hayato must learn to control his power... before those who hunt him make him their next weapon.

Arthur was never an ordinary man, neither in this life nor the previous one. One moment he was just an unemployed, unlucky guy struggling to survive… and the next, Truck-kun sent him flying to another world, yelling: “Isekai time, bitch!” Peace is a luxury that fate never granted him. Especially when a certain genius, billionaire, playboy, and philanthropist looks at the cameras and says: “The truth is… I am Iron Man.” -------- Note: Just a small note, he’s not going to act like Gilgamesh all the time, so if you’re expecting that, sorry -------- If you want to read advanced chapters, take a look at my Patreon. patreon.com/king_gilgamesh ----- Updates Monday through Friday ---- 100 Power Stones = 1 Chapters Extra 200 Power Stones = 2 Chapters Extra