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[System Rebooting... Host Found.] [Do you wish to live?] Jiang Chen was the trash of the Iron Sword Sect—born with no talent, bullied by disciples, and thrown into the Corpse Ravine to rot. But death did not come. Instead, a voice came from the darkness, offering him a second chance. He awakened the Heavenly Devourer System. With it, Jiang Chen can do the impossible: Devour beasts to gain stats, learn skills instantly, and see the hidden flaws of the world. He rises from the mud, believing he has finally become the protagonist of his own story. But there is a catch. The System does not run on spiritual energy. It runs on Biomass. The "Quests" are becoming increasingly violent. The "Skills" feel alien to his human body. And at the corner of his vision, a strange counter ticks up with every victory: [Sync Rate: 1%...] As Jiang Chen conquers his enemies, he fails to notice the most terrifying truth of all: The System isn't serving him. It is preparing him.

English is not my first language, so I apologize for any mistakes in this story. I hope you can feel the emotions and enjoy every moment of the journey. Happy reading. . . Han Seo-jun spent his life believing everything could be calculated—success, failure, even people. Then he died. Reborn in a decaying kingdom as the second son of a fallen diamond family, Seo-jun wakes up trapped in a body ruled by gambling, excess, and self-destruction. His brothers abandon responsibility, his family edges toward ruin, and the world offers no shortcuts to redemption. There are no systems. No cheat skills. No guaranteed second chances. This is not a story about becoming powerful. It is about confronting the worst version of yourself— and deciding whether you will let it destroy you.

Professor Damian’s departure from the academy was orderly, documented, and officially resolved. That should have been the end of it. In a city ruled by magic and recorded by the Tower, The Official Version: As Recorded by the Tower follows the quiet contradictions left behind by a single disappearance—and the lives shaped by what was written down, what was omitted, and what could not be said. ***************************************** English isnt my first language. Im trying to make a genuine story, but dont expect anything spectacular since this is just me playing with tenses and perspectives. Hope you give this a chance!

In the unforgiving wilderness of a desolate continent, a young wolf is born into a world where the weak are prey and the strong are still prey. This harsh, primal forest is a place where survival is a relentless struggle, and every creature fights to claim their place in the brutal hierarchy of the food chain. From the moment it opens its eyes, the little wolf, named Kai Syaoran, understands the ruthless laws of nature. The little wolf begins to question what it means to be perfect and whether true perfection can ever be achieved without immortality. Driven by an insatiable desire for perfection and the elusive promise of eternity, Kai Syaoran embarks on a perilous journey to rise above all things .

Joe was once an office worker. He had a family, but his parents passed away early, and his younger brother—who suffered from a congenital heart disease—was on the brink of death. To escape reality, Joe immersed himself in writing web novels, until one day he died at his desk. When he woke up, he became Ron Irus, a supporting character in his own novel, possessing a terrifying power: a single touch meant death. Over the course of two years, he founded an underground organization called **One Line** and used it in an attempt to save the world from an impending apocalypse. However, after two turbulent years, he enrolled in the **Blue Light Academy** to carry out the plan that had already been set in motion. A/N: You may have questions about the plot details and the pacing of the story. I apologize if it feels too fast and hard to follow at times. The limited information about the world will be compensated for later as the story progresses. As for the fast pacing—it is partly because I personally tend to skim through early-story developments quickly, and I know many of you are not the same. However, I believe the opening parts are not that crucial. In truth, this is a story for which I have spent a long time designing the plot and character development. Overexplaining or slowing down the opening too much would affect the plotlines and character arcs I have already planned. Therefore, I would like to apologize and sincerely hope you will continue reading.

She insisted on being his wife, even when he tried to avoid her. To everyone else, she was just another girl clinging to a dream. To him, she was a danger he couldn’t afford. Because behind his silence was a name feared in shadows, a secret life he had to protect. She called it devotion. He called it disguise. And the more he resisted, the closer she came — binding them both to a fate darker than love itself.

Matías Castleboard was the last shield of a doomed humanity. Born in an era where death was law, he learned too soon that innocence never survives war. He was a soldier, a hero… and a murderer. He died seeking peace, yet his soul found no rest. Reborn as Kael Lanpar, heir to one of the most powerful clans in the continent of Mayora, he now lives in a world of ancient magic, forgotten races, mythical creatures, and gods who play with the threads of fate. But the past never truly dies. The scars of his former life bleed into this one, and with every memory that awakens, Kael is dragged deeper into a question few could bear to face: Can a second life offer redemption… or only more damnation? Because some truths should never be known. And as Kael uncovers the mysteries of this world —and of himself— he will learn that knowledge does not always set you free. Sometimes, it destroys you. At the end of his path, no enemy awaits him… Only something far more terrifying: a consciousness that sees everything— and a truth that can never be unlearned. A dark, introspective fantasy about second chances, wounds that transcend lifetimes, and the price of understanding too much. Perfect for readers who seek not just battles… but meaning.

In an era of fragile peace, Vicius Aurelian strived to reach the pinnacle of power, ensuring his strength would never fail him again. Along with his friends, he transferred into the top magical academy after a near-death encounter with a rift, now classified as a special asset to the Empire. But in attending the academy came with an emotional toll, one which proved to be far greater than he could handle. Will Vicius be broken by the dominating hand of fate? Or will he keep that which he holds dear safe? Discord: ashvale1

He was hired to kill the ghost. Instead, he married it. Life needs only two things to go on—the thing you love, and the obsession to keep it with you. A young, smiling exorcist’s lips have forgotten how to show the pain or anger he truly feels. He roams with only two aims: to save common people from darkness, and to solve the mystery of his own father’s death—for which he is called the murderer. Then, he is summoned back to his own hometown, Yún Xi—now cursed—to cleanse it of an unknown Red Robe Ghost. But fate had different plans. He did not only uncover the mystery behind the ghost… but also the mystery behind himself. The ghost became this exorcist’s tears, long forgotten how to fall. Their hunting story stays immortal, untold. But his journey to find his identity does not. And that is how he goes where he belongs, but never knew. A part of the System Tearstone realm. [Side novel of V1]

Having spent her childhood confined in chains, Alice was a child who knew neither love nor joy. Scorned by her family while being tortured in the name of the greater good for years, she grew numb to all feeling and thought. That is, until one day, a man in black offered her a chance to escape. There were once rumours widespread of an endless hell, a land of glorious death and dreadful opportunity. Fools went in search of it, and the clever never ventured into it. Only when its baleful mysteries spilled unto the earth did all hear its name — the Abyss. A single drop of its blood could give someone the power to control shadows, move faster than sound, or strength greater than the strongest man. Yet, it all came at a cost; the blood would always make sure those who consumed it became part of the Abyss, with one exception — Alice. Cast away by her own blood, it was her destiny to rot in a gilded cage. But, that fateful day changed everything. Gifted a second chance at life, a chance to turn her life around and claim vengeance against her family, a chance to dive deep into the Abyss and gain the power to govern her own fate, Alice took his hand, unaware of the destiny unfolding before her. Cover drawn by Aoi Ogata. Discord: https://discord.gg/vrdTSkj8Va

I am merely a 'Courier'—a small pawn on the rotten chessboard of Las Venturas. My job is simple: deliver packages without asking questions. However, when a bag containing a still-beating heart brought me before Elena, the cold and intoxicating Queen of the Casino, the rules of my game changed forever. One package brings one bullet. One bullet brings a pile of money. And money... brings the most dangerous women into my arms. From blood-soaked dark alleys to the gold-plated peaks of skyscrapers, I climbed from lowly courier to the mastermind behind the most feared underground operation. But the higher I flew, the more eyes were fixed on my neck. Amidst the scent of gunpowder and expensive perfume, I had to choose: Become a lonely king, or turn to ash in the hands of the women I loved. Welcome to the gods' gambling table. The bets are closed. Do you dare to play?

Snow began to fall without warning. Wei paused beneath the pale sky, breath held, as if the cold had whispered something only he could hear. There was a name on his lips that he could not place. A warmth in his chest he could not explain. He feels things he cannot remember. He waits for someone he cannot name. In a town where winter never seems to end, silence carries more weight than sound — and forgetting feels heavier than loss. Some winters are not made of snow. They are made of things left behind.

In a city ruled by perfect justice, a normal boy commits a quiet mistake — he trusts the wrong person. What begins as kindness slowly turns into betrayal, surveillance, and a hunt that erases everything he was.

Bulma Starch, a 16-year-old junior researcher, has her back against the wall. Intellectually disinherited and under the shadow of her father's academic disgrace, she bets everything on the radar she developed to prove that Brief Starch wasn't crazy: the seven anomalous signals he studied are real. Her search leads her to the hostile Wontonka zone, where her scientific logic clashes head-on with Goku, a mountain boy who just wants to protect his grandfather's legacy. The two end up joining forces on a bizarre journey in search of the seven dragon balls.

Snow Burg lived his life quietly—too short, too tired, and too responsible. At twenty-two, he worked multiple jobs just to survive, giving up his future so his younger brother, Light, could have one. Snow didn’t seek success or power. Endurance was enough. Then he died. After a sudden accident, Snow awakens in a void before a character creation screen. Reincarnated into a fantasy world by an uncaring system, he is forced into existence as an Entity—a race with no explanation and a stat called Null that refuses to define itself. His body is weak, his mana nearly nonexistent, and he begins with no skills. The world gives him nothing. Snow’s first real encounter ends in terror. Brutally killed by monsters, he awakens one day earlier—unharmed, but traumatized. The truth becomes clear: Null acts as a life counter, consuming itself to rewind death while leaving the pain and memory behind. He starts with only one. As Snow levels up, he gains attribute points—and discovers he can invest them into Null, increasing the number of lives he has. But every additional chance must be earned through danger, combat, and experience. Grow stronger, or die permanently. In his past life, Snow lived for Light’s sake alone. In this new world, Light is gone—and for the first time, Snow is forced to confront a different truth: no one is waiting to be saved. Survival is no longer a sacrifice for someone else—it is a choice he must make for himself. This is not a story of destiny or heroism. It is the story of a man who died once for his brother— and now learns how to live for himself.

Dead Galaxy plunges into a sprawling science-fiction future set in 2852. The narrative opens in an era where Earth’s nations, ravaged and exhausted by centuries of devastating wars, were forced to surrender governance to interstellar resource-gathering corporations. This handover established a new galactic frontier defined by institutional corruption, forgotten laws, and deep moral decay. Tiberion Solegard, the head of the technology giant Evoke Systems, took command of the Supreme World Republic (SWR)—a structure founded by these corporations—and maintains absolute control over the galaxy through 12 centralized institutions. His power became unshakeable after he achieved immortality. This extreme consolidation of authority was partly necessitated by widespread colonial uprisings that erupted following the emergence of the Incompatibles. The Incompatibles first arrived in 2438: an advanced alien race that, terrifyingly, could not be processed by the human brain. Any attempt by humans to perceive these invaders often resulted in instant, irreversible blindness or catastrophic loss of consciousness. They were untouchable; no known human weapon could inflict damage. Then, just as suddenly, the Incompatibles vanished, yet the chilling traces and enduring mysteries they left behind never faded. So, what is this story about? Inspector of the Dead Galaxy and Fugitive of the Dead Galaxy The protagonist is Mehmet, an Inspector working for the Bioethical Oversight—one of the SWR's 12 governing bodies. Mehmet is violently jolted awake from a 400-year cryo-sleep due to a minor power grid failure. Because of this catastrophic interruption, Mehmet is afflicted with amnesia; he cannot recall his past, the reason for his slumber, or any crucial details of his life. His institution is barely functional, on the verge of collapse from rampant corruption and bribe-taking. Mehmet’s simple goal is to collect his 400 years of accumulated pay and retire to a peaceful life. However, he is required to complete three final assignments before retirement. As he reluctantly navigates these last duties, Mehmet will find himself tearing through the veneer of the galaxy’s darkest secrets, learning brutal truths about his own past, and struggling to comprehend a universe filled with impenetrable mysteries. Expect From This Saga: A vast, realistic sci-fi universe (featuring intricate institutions, cults, mega-corporations, and political webs) Entertaining side characters Dystopian mysteries A compelling villain R-rated humor and dark comedy A lengthy, multi-part adventure series Warning: This work contains violence, psychological tension, sexual content, and themes that may be disturbing to some readers. It is not suitable for readers under the age of 18.

24-year-old Alexander was wrongfully sentenced to life in prison without parole. His hopes and dreams, and the promise of a future with his beloved—forever laid to rest. At the old age of 63, just a few years shy of meeting his natural end, he awakened a power from within. One that grants him the one thing that's been stripped away from him—freedom. He planned to live the remainder of his life free of captivity on the outside, but he soon discovered he wasn't the only one who bore the repercussions that came of his captivity. His beloved had spent her entire life, up until her death, trying to find a way to prove Alexander's innocence, all the while regaling him with sweet lies about how she had been living a good life on the outside whenever she visited him in prison. This discovery completely broke the rest of Alexander's already fractured mind, and he wallowed in despair. His newfound freedom—becoming meaningless. At the height of his melancholy. Alexander was presented with a way—a way to gain back his lost time. A way to regain his youth and stolen dreams. And a way to bring back his beloved. It all starts with teleporting. Teleporting Limitlessly. ********************** First two chapters dives into the tragedy that was Alexander's life. In the next two to three chapters, he explores the possibilities that his newfound ability presents. The story kicks off in earnest, when he leaves the planet. Do you enjoy books with Overpowered characters ?. This book is for you. Do you enjoy tragic romance tales? Search no further. Do you love characters that would do anything to get what they want. And i mean anything at all. Stop right here. you've found the book. If you've read to the last updated chapter. a review or vote will be much appreciated. If you've not, then you are also in luck because this will be the most refreshing take on overpowered and tragic tales you've ever come across.

Kim Yunxi has spent his life hiding behind silence. To the world, he is delicate, fragile—easy to control. To Jo Han Ji, the king with eyes as sharp as his blade, Yunxi is a challenge he intends to claim. What begins as a chance encounter soon spirals into obsession. Han Ji’s possessiveness knows no bounds; he doesn’t just want Yunxi—he wants to own him. But when Yunxi’s secret slips—his involvement in the murder of the queen—the fragile line between friendship, unknown love and captivity shatters. Dragged away from the palace on horseback, wrists bound by the grip of a man who refuses to let go, Yunxi finds himself torn between fear, desire, and the dangerous thrill of surrendering to someone darker than he ever imagined. In a world where betrayal lurks behind silk curtains and passion burns hotter than vengeance, can Yunxi escape Han Ji’s grasp… or will he discover that being caught was what he wanted all along? A story of obsession, power, and a love that tastes like poison—perfect for those who crave danger with their romance.

An ordinary cultivator - that was the best way to describe Zhao Yunxiao. Be it in terms of strength or talent, he had always been in the middle of the pack, neither excelling nor falling behind. However, he did not really think badly of his current situation. Some people were destined to become the stars in the skies, while some people were born to be like the rocks on the ground. The stars might be dazzling, but the rocks supported the earth itself. Both of them were necessary in order to maintain the balance of this world. As someone ordinary, Zhao Yunxiao did his best to live his ordinary life to the fullest. He was careful and meticulous, doing his best to make sure he understands everything fully instead of jumping into doing things. He knew his limits and did not dream of anything out of reach. Instead, all he wished for was to live a life of freedom. But one day, he realised that something seemed to be amiss. Perhaps he was mistaken all along. Perhaps even the rocks on the ground had their chance to shine under the right circumstances, even if only for the slightest of moments. This is the tale of an ordinary cultivator... until he was no longer ordinary. *** This story will be written for leisure and thus not be locked, but if you are feeling generous and wish to show your appreciation in monetary terms... https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/SweatingCloud