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After Beating the Demon King, I Ended Up Adopting the Heroine.

After transmigrating to another world and awakening his past-life memories, Loran originally thought he had started with the classic overpowered protagonist setup. Instead, he discovered he had already been kidnapped and sold to a military camp. Fortunately, he met an older brother figure there who helped him greatly. After a certain campaign ended, Loran chose to retire from the army, while his senior decided to remain. Though the two kept in touch through letters, they never met again for many years. Loran then spent several years as an adventurer. He made a few friends, found his family, and eventually opened an unremarkable magic item shop in the royal capital of a certain kingdom. As for his past experiences—those were not stories meant for outsiders. The next time he received news, it was the arrival of his old comrade’s daughter, carrying a letter. Looking at the orphan his old brother had left behind, Loran ultimately chose to adopt her. And it was at that very moment that his long-overdue cheat ability finally arrived. The system called itself a “Raising System,” claiming that the old comrade’s daughter was actually the heroine of some third-rate isekai novel. By nurturing the heroine, Loran would receive generous rewards. To prepare for the hidden catastrophe lurking in the shadows, Loran accepted the system and resolved to raise his old brother’s daughter into an outstanding young woman. And as for that so-called male lead—stay the hell away from my daughter. But as the story unfolds, some of Loran’s old romantic entanglements begin to resurface… and the way his daughter looks at him gradually starts to change.
write25 · 308 Views

When Dragons Dream

The Dance of the Dragons. An age scarred by blood, ambition, and political strife. As Westeros tended toward chaos, the Targaryens’ once-unshakeable legacy reached its breaking point. Born to King Viserys I and Queen Alicent, Baelon Targaryen found himself in a life that he could not control. Night after night, he is haunted by recurring Dragon Dreams. Visions of what was, might have been, and may yet come. Burdened by his fear of the future, he, along with his twin sister Helaena, try to find their way out of the chaos. But where can a Targaryen truly escape? Essos? Asshai? The wilderness of Sothoryos? And even if they flee, can they truly ever outrun what had been foreseen in their dreams? This is an AU of the Dance, with several major changes: • The addition of Baelon Targaryen, twin to Helaena. • Dragon Dreams may be shared between two dreamers deeply bonded by blood and spirit. • Visions may include alternate timelines/parallel worlds Baelon is not reincarnated; all knowledge he possesses is gained through experience or through his dreams. The story is loosely inspired by HoTD: Reincarnated as Daemon Targaryen’s Son, though it follows its own path. Also, I need to emphasise that my MC will not become King of the Seven Kingdoms. This is simply the story of a young boy trying to escape what would have been a life marred by death, betrayal and conflict. All he wants is to become stronger, so he can protect himself and his sister. Follow on Patreon for five advanced chapters: patreon.com/TaleDrifter Content was written with AI assistance: Author writes → AI edits → Author edits.
TaleDrifter · 391.6k Views

He Became A Monstrous Genius After Obtaining A Time Dilation Artifact

Kailen Darkhaven had a simple, happy life growing up. But when a sudden misfortune claimed the lives of his parents two years ago, his entire world collapsed. His heart broke, his grades plummeted, and worst of all, on his sixteenth birthday—his final chance at hope—he failed to become an Awakener. By his seventeenth birthday, hungry, exhausted, and alone, Kailen collapsed in an alleyway, regretting how pitiful his life had been. As he drifted toward what he believed was death’s embrace… something impossible happened. Instead of dying, he awakened bound to a mysterious artifact—an object of overwhelming, incomprehensible power that defied every known law of the universe. For the first time since losing everything, a spark lit within him. With this second opportunity, Kailen vows to never be weak again. In a world where strength determines identity, status, and survival, he will rise above every boundary placed upon him. He will shatter every perception of strength. He will seize control of his fate. He will climb until he stands at the absolute Pinnacle of the universe! --- Tags: #Psychological #Interstellar( with advanced technology) #Unrivaled #ExtremelyFastPaced #UndeadArmy #NoHarem #RuthlessMC #Urban #Apocalypse #Mythical creatures( elves, vampires, witches, dwarves etc) #IntelligentMC(High IQ, deductive , strategic, high functioning psychopath) Disclaimer: This is purely a work of fiction. Any resemblance to real names, places, or events is coincidental. This is an extremely fast-paced novel, and the protagonist becomes absurdly overpowered. He is not the usual “hero complex” type. The villain and antihero tags are not for show. If you are looking for a “goody-two-shoes” protagonist, this novel is not for you. Kailen is a morally grey character. He makes decisions that those interested in hero complex protagonists may not find pleasant. Note for Readers (Please do not skip): Early on, Kailen awakens with a shadow affinity. Yes—it may remind you of popular works you've read… but this is only the beginning. As the story progresses, he will unlock and master multiple affinities. The shadow affinity is a nod to some of my favorite novels, but the journey, characters, and world are entirely my own. Join the Community: Care to interact with me and other readers? Help with things such as character art, fandom wiki, OSTs, and more? Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/d5yf4sgb3y
theartisan3 · 839.6k Views

Lord Of Beasts

Ethan Crowe walked out of prison after seven years with nothing to his name and nowhere to belong. The world he returned to was unrecognisable. Gates had torn open across the globe, monsters roamed beyond human control, and society now revolved around the Titled - people chosen by mysterious voices and granted supernatural powers that made them heroes, weapons, and rulers all at once. Ethan wasn’t one of them. Not at first. Lost, angry, and with no future worth chasing, Ethan was barely surviving when a voice finally spoke to him. "Your title is… Lord Of Beasts." But his awakening was wrong. Instead of power manifesting in the real world, Ethan was dragged into the Tower of Beasts - a brutal, game-like realm he could only enter while asleep. There, he hunts, tames, and evolves monstrous beasts that persist beyond his dreams… Registered as an E-Rank Titled with D-Rank potential, Ethan should have been insignificant. Yet the Lord Of Beasts cannot be measured by ordinary means. As Ethan grows stronger at an impossible rate, his existence begins to ripple outward - drawing the attention of elite Titled, criminal syndicates, and the Gates themselves. His past refuses to stay buried. His beasts grow more dangerous. And the truth behind his title hints at something far older and far more terrifying than anyone realises. In a world ruled by power, Ethan Crowe starts at the bottom. But as Lord Of Beasts, it's only a matter of time before he reaches the top! P.S. This is my WSA 2026 Entry - all support with powerstones and reviews is appreciated :) Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Any similarities to real events, locations, or people are purely coincidental and not intended to portray anything.
BerserkBaldy · 13.6k Views

Useless Heroine and Ex–Demon Lord Living Under the Same Roof

A monotonous life and a ridiculous death electrocuted because of a coworker who was too distracted trying to flirt. Just when Mike thought he could finally rest in peace, a “god” decided his life had been far too boring and reincarnated him into a fantasy world… as the Demon Lord. Yes, the final boss. Before he even had time to understand what was happening, a Heroine stormed his castle determined to kill him. Desperate and with no idea how to use his new power, Mike faked his own death and escaped using an ability he didn’t even know he had. The plan was perfect. Except for one small detail. The Heroine appeared right beside him. Now the two of them awaken in the middle of a forest one month later, far from the battlefield… and she remembers absolutely nothing. Not the war. Not her mission. Not who he is. Taking advantage of the most suspiciously convenient opportunity of his new life, Mike pretends that he has lost his memories as well. And so, the two decide to travel together and settle in a small town, trying to start over from scratch. But adapting to a peaceful life isn’t so easy when: - He is, technically, the most powerful former Demon Lord in the world. - She was humanity’s greatest weapon. -And on top of that… the Heroine turns out to be socially disastrous. Between odd jobs, failed attempts to act like a “normal human,” constant suspicion, and absurd arguments, the two begin an awkward life together. While the world enjoys a fragile peace after the mysterious disappearance of the Demon Lord and the Heroine, no one suspects that both of them are living under false identities.
Lets_lament · 8.6k Views