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The AI That Bought My Life

Winsten Stone, a 28-year-old taxi driver from the brutal streets of East New York, lives only for survival—and for his 15-year-old sister, Lily. Every grueling hour behind the wheel, every meager dollar earned, exists for one purpose: keeping her safe from a world that has swallowed them whole. Then everything changes. Massive, untraceable deposits begin appearing in his bank account. Overnight, Winsten goes from scraping by to holding limitless wealth: homes, cars, power, status—all delivered by an unseen benefactor with unimaginable reach. But the truth is darker than any fantasy. The source of his fortune is a hidden, sentient Artificial Intelligence—calculating and quietly shaping the world for decades. It has chosen him, dictating every step, every decision, every success. His rise is no blessing—it is a golden prison. As Winsten ascends from Brooklyn’s gutters to the heights of luxury, he discovers the cost: nothing he does is truly his own. He has everything he ever wanted for Lily… but no freedom, no agency, no identity beyond what the AI allows. Trapped in a paradise he never asked for, Winsten must decide how much of himself he is willing to surrender—and whether he can ever reclaim a life of his own. A psychological thriller of power, wealth, and the illusion of freedom. A man bought by a machine. A life gilded in gold… and locked from the inside. --- This is a work of fiction. All characters, organizations, and events portrayed in this book are fictional. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or real-life organizations is purely coincidental.
BlueLotusTree · 4.2k Views

Dead Galaxy Saga

DEAD GALAXY SAGA 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.
FailedWriter2 · 2.1k Views

Starting from Weapon Refining in Battle Through the Heavens

【Battle Through the Heavens】【Weapon Refining】【Mecha】【Technology】 The neighbors hoard food, I hoard weapons—my neighbors are my granary! Alchemy can’t save (or break through) Battle Through the Heavens, right? Xiao Yanzi. In this world where alchemists reign supreme, Jiang Lin quietly rises through weapon refining, becoming king and ancestor. Xiao Yan: “My Mystic Pill can develop sentience, can yours?” Jiang Lin: “Hmm… (takes out a Heaven-rank artifact) …Well, now it’s mine.” [Spatial Dao Artifact · Damocles Sword Strike System is online] Xiao Yan: “Wait, wait, wait! Take it, it’s all yours!” ... This is a world where battle qi rules and alchemy is king. Yet, a poor guy who once majored in materials science stirs up a storm of weapon refining in this land. Jiang Lin: “With transcendent materials already here, resisting nukes bare-chested? If you’re a real man, try withstanding my nuclear bomb artifact. Huh… you only groaned once? You’re a real man!” ... Xiao Yan, the representative of alchemists: as long as cultivation speed is high, one’s realm can crush opponents. Jiang Lin, the representative of weapon refiners: as long as the gear is good, invincible at the same level, slaying enemies across realms! Alternate titles of this book: Alchemy Can’t Break Through Battle Through the Heavens! · Xiao Yan: I bully the weak, he’s invincible at the same level! · Xian Xiao Yi: Studying medicine can’t save Battle Through the Heavens! Also known as: Alchemy Can’t Dominate Battle Through the Heavens! Xiao Yan: I bully the weak, he’s invincible at his level! Thank you for the support, friends. If you want to read more chapters in advance, go to my Patreon. Read 30 Chapters In Advance: patreon.com/Franklin1
Frank10 · 104.8k Views