Pride And Ego

Some exist with pride, others struggle with pride, some compete with pride, and there are those who fail with pride, but very few can walk away with pride. Congratulations, for as you read these lines, you have witnessed the whole lives of many great basketball players. This pronunciation was embodied when Stephen Curry, after facing defeat in 2021, claimed that no one would want to face them the following season; When Tim Duncan was convinced before the start of the 2014 Finals that they would not mess up; When Kobe Bryant promised at Old Buss's memorial to take the Lakers to the playoffs; When Nowitzki, shedding his label as a soft player, retreated to the locker room in tears at night; When Kevin Garnett let out a skyward howl after holding the championship trophy; When the 2004 Detroit Pistons won and the F4 Lakers lost… Our story begins in an era when pride still mattered.

EGO: Explore Game Online (LAMBDA) When the line between a virtual world and reality shatters, survival means mastering both. EGO: Explore Game Online takes you into a high-stakes VRMMO where players become their characters and the game’s rules govern a chaotic new world. Betrayed by his friends and trapped as his weakest avatar, a once-unstoppable player must claw his way back to power. With a mysterious Calabash capable of erasing monsters or making them allies, and the clock ticking to restore reality, he’s thrust into a battle for survival, trust, and redemption. Will he rise again as the game’s legend, or will the fused worlds consume him? Dive into a story of thrilling action, shocking twists, and the pursuit of identity in a world where everything is at stake. At the heart of the chaos is Ichio Ryūsei, a once-mythical player now reduced to a shadow of his former self. Known as the creator of Knox, the game’s strongest legend, Ichio must rise from nothing to reclaim his power, uncover the truth behind the fusion, and confront those who betrayed him. In a world where every move counts, his journey will determine the fate of both realities.

Darkness reigned before the dawn of light... Who would have thought that his mundane life would take a chilling turn one day? Trapped in the monotony of his office existence, Simon suddenly finds himself thrust into an extraordinary realm beyond imagination. Death was merely the beginning... When Simon opened his eyes next, a fantastical landscape vastly different from his familiar office cubicle awaited him. A marvellous sight, a different world. The cruel life... Althaea, a realm of merciless brutality where the law of survival dictates: eat or be eaten, kill or be killed. Born not as a human... Simon emerges as a demon, a being shunned by humanity and embroiled in a relentless war between humans and demons. The Seraphims, protector of humanity, and the Demon lords who rule across all demonkind. Amidst all the chaos, he must navigate the treacherous hierarchy of demonkind as one of the lowest-ranking Demon Nobles. The unique power... The art of dungeon creation—a golden opportunity to ascend above the chaos and establish his dominion. With power comes adversaries... Now he must delve deeper, unveil its hidden powers and forge alliances that will dictate his fate. Fight rival demons, vengeful seraphims, and ancient evils who were up to no good. . Join Simon on his odyssey through a world teetering on the edge of destruction, where every step forward is fraught with danger and every decision could mean life or death. Will he rise to the challenge and defy the odds, or will he succumb to the unforgiving darkness that threatens to consume him? ----- Join our discord for Q&A and to chat with fellow members- https://discord.gg/bXexmSNeqn You can support me by helping me buy illustrations:- patreon.com/ViciousPepper.

Despair in gratefulness, relief in agony. That's how her world can be described, as she finds calmness in tragedy.

I've never wanted this life for myself—this life filled with perils and evil. It's like a dream I can never escape from—a dream which I'm forever stuck in. Heh, no one ever wanted this life or ever wished for it. You'd be either insane or extremely evil to wish for this kind of life—the life where you don't have a choice over anything—the life where you're bound by your deepest desires. I never wanted to enter into the supernatural world. I never wanted to come across the Crimsones[1], Lycanthropes[2], demons and the rest. I never wanted to be involved in anything pertaining to the dark and supernatural world. I had always yearned for freedom and not servitude. But of course I was wrong all along. I had been delusional, thinking I'd be able to escape it all—to escape from fate. I never knew I would be pulled into this mess, becoming one of those dark creatures which roam about in the ungodly night. I never wanted to be a merciless predator who was also a prey to another predator (what a food chain!). But all is good. No matter what I shall not alli myself to degenerate into a heartless monster who only knew how to tear flesh, spill blood and break bones. I cannot allow my desires to pull me down. I cannot be corrupted by the abyss! My name is Daniel Stark and what I'm about to tell you is a real life horror. I don't know what you call horror or romance or fantasy but this story I'm about to tell you, you need to listen attentively and not miss a bit of information. This is my story—one beginning with pain.

on April 19th four brothers are born. All four fated to do great things in there futures. There father a king is over joyed at there births, happy to see which one of his sons is going to be his heir for the throne. But in this kingdom there can only be one king.

A fierce knight’s promise. A princess’s shame. A fate rewritten in blood. Kane, the realm's mightiest knight, dies on the battlefield, her heart heavy with the unshakeable belief that her beloved Tarsia is still by her side. As darkness takes her, a mysterious system offers her a second chance at love—an opportunity she seizes with fervor. But when the truth unravels, Kane discovers that Tarsia left her to die. Shattered by the revelation, Kane vows to rewrite their destinies, swearing this time their fates will be swapped. Now aligned with the enemy, she embraces her newfound power, will Kane reclaim her lost happiness, or will her quest for revenge consume her?

Across many worlds I am known by many names, I am called Abbadon and Balor, I am also called everything and nothingness, fear and death, The end of worlds, One without end, Terror of Ravar, I am also called True chaos, Harbinger of darkness, I have as many name as there are stars, as many titles as there are worlds, I am immortal, I am endless, I am KAOS'E - KAOS'E

The world's messed up. Monsters started falling from the sky. Flesh-eating creatures that almost wiped out Humanity.But then, people began to awaken strange abilities—Gifts, they called them. Supernatural powers that gave us a fighting chance. With these new abilities, we fought back, and for a while, it seemed like we were winning. Life slowly started to return to something that resembled normal. That is, until the Curses began. No one knows where they came from or why they started, but one thing was clear: they weren’t Gifts. They were something darker, twisted, as if reflecting the worst parts of humanity. People whispered that the Cursed were dangerous, unstable. Some even believed they were monsters in human skin. I used to think having a Gift would be the best thing that could ever happen to me. I dreamed of it, even. Too bad I didn’t get mine until the darkest moment of my life. And it wasn’t a Gift at all. But hey, like I said before, the world’s messed up.

Comic adaptation is now on Webtoon and Tapas! ________________ Agent Selene and Agent Helios had always been at each other’s throats, competing as the top agent for the secret organization “Mythos.” But that competition would have to stop as they were suddenly called to cooperate for the hardest mission there ever was. “Agents, both of you have been chosen to work together and go undercover to infiltrate the biggest, most dangerous, and longest-running syndicate there is—Kraken….” “Sounds fun. What will be our cover?” “A married couple.” “Oh, a married—WHAT?!” Having no choice but to put a temporary truce on their feud, they set out to complete the mission. However, when the mysteries started completing themselves like a puzzle, their once friendly rivalry just turned into one hell of a reality. Driven by the ghost of their pasts, they found themselves pointing the gun toward each other. Will they choose the path of revenge draped in cold blood? Will their love be greater than the scream of justice and vengeance? Or perhaps, there’s something more that’s carefully hidden in the dark? __________________________ This book comes in 3 Acts, separated into Volumes: Act 1: Operation Upheaval Act 2: Operation Mayhem Act 3: Operation Havoc __________________________ Don't forget to VOTE, COMMENT, and REVIEW Instagram / TiktTok: macy_bae_writes _____________ Please do not plagiarize this book or post it on different platforms. Read directly in the Webnovel app or website (webnovel.com). All rights are reserved to the author.

"Two Mafia Heirs. A Deadly Rivalry. One Impossible Love." She’s the daughter of a ruthless mafia family, cold, cunning, and fiercely loyal to her bloodline. He’s the heir to the most feared rival mafia, a man with power in his veins and vengeance in his heart. For years, their families have been locked in a bitter war, each bent on destroying the other. But when fate throws them together in a world of secrets, lies, and bloodshed, everything they’ve known is tested. Enemies by birth, will their families' hatred tear them apart—or will the spark between them ignite something neither of them can control? In a life where every move is calculated, and trust is a luxury, can these two dangerous souls ever see past their families’ bitter history? Or will their hearts fall victim to the same chaos that has ruled their lives? Two enemies. One battlefield. And a love that could either heal or destroy them.

In the chaotic heart of Kathmandu, two bumbling university cousins-Momo (named after her dad's dumpling obsession) and Maya-navigate academic failure, smoky alleyway misadventures, and their eccentric Momo(a type of Dumpling)-vendor friend Bishnu Dai. Their Raksi (alcohol) -fueled night takes a sinister turn when they stumble upon Bishnu worshipping a grotesque Lakhey (a horned demon from Nepali folklore), shifting their comedy of errors into a chilling horror crescendo. Think Scooby-Do with Jujutsu Kaisen.

Royal family renowned for their illustrious name and fame, A family full of pride and rage, A Family for which everyone bows their head - The Agnihotri's. This story is about boys who possess a unique blend of qualities - they are cold, rude, powerful, self-assured, confident, and charming. They have an undeniable allure, despite the devilish side they sometimes exhibit. Their faces radiate heavenly looks, yet their personality is made by the Devil. This combination of traits makes them fascinating and captivating to those around them, drawing them in with an irresistible force. The boys' personalities are complex and intriguing, offering a glimpse into the complexity of human nature. What if the lives of those boys intertwine with those of the girls who are brimming with passion? The ones who know how to put everything in its rightful place, and who refuse to bow their head to anyone. Who can predict the tale of these four couples, each distinct from the other?

so far this might be a one shot a new mysterious boy name John has joined Hogwarts is past is a unknown to even the great Dumbledore how will John change the story is he a hero or a villain and who else would he take with him down his own path I don't own anything related to the harry potter franchise or the photo used

The main character transmigrates into the novel he most recently read called the dark hero’s salvation after getting drunk and writing an angry review. He possessed the villain Heron Delilah, who was executed in the end after kidnapping the heroine and locking her in the tower of the end and finds himself just before Heron dies when the guillotine hit he finds himself 2 months before the original novel started but for some reason Heron is still alive inside of him and reads his memories of the novel world. They strike a deal once things settle in that they share the same body, and agree on a rocky relationship to help each other ensure safety to the end. #obsessivelove #slightharem #splitpersonality #possession

Xalrion quien nació en una era de caos, aprenderá sobre lo difícil que es sobrevivir sobre este mundo lleno de caos. En el cual cualquier cosa es un peligro, desde monstruos, plantas, objetos y su misma especie. Un viaje largo y lleno de emociones, deberá entender su poder y como balancear todo el desorden dentro de su ser.

Silver and Shadows In a world where supernatural beings are hunted without mercy, Armand Cain, a dedicated witch hunter, is dispatched to the misty town of Blackthorn to investigate a series of mysterious disappearances. Renowned for his unwavering dedication, Armand anticipates a straightforward mission. Instead, he encounters Celeste, a centuries-old vampire with a haunting beauty and a mysterious tie to Blackthorn’s enigmatic past. When Armand is ambushed by rogue vampires, Celeste intervenes, saving his life and forcing him to question the beliefs that have defined his purpose. Bound by a reluctant alliance, the hunter and the hunted join forces to unravel the dark forces behind the town’s turmoil. As they delve deeper, an undeniable connection blossoms, challenging their loyalties and blurring the line between duty and desire. Caught in a web of intrigue and danger, Armand grapples with his oath to destroy beings like Celeste, while she battles her own instincts to protect him. As a shadowy power threatens to destroy their fragile trust and the peace of Blackthorn, they must confront their deepest fears and decide whether their love is worth defying everything they’ve ever known or if it is doomed to end in tragedy.

*Ego or Love* Synopsis Two dangerous worlds collide Gabriella Wilson in the day and Queen Red at night ... The daughter who knows nothing in the day and the Queen of one of the greatest and most dangerous Mafia gang at night ,which should have been the greatest and most dangerous if not for that asshole called Scar ... opps I forgot to add the fact that I'm the biggest ,most secretive business tycoon taking over every part of the world but there are two particular dickheads on my part.... one is King Scar in the mafia world , The king of the most dangerous Mafia gang in the world , just higher than mine with few points and my new plan is to make that change by hook or by crook and the other is Kyle Richmond in the business world .. he is really a huge business tycoon but not huge enough to bring my world down ... cus we have slightly the same strength in the business world with me leading and that would also change very soon Cus I have to be the queen of the whole world both the Mafia world and the Business world Cus that was the main reason I got into all of this dangerous shit in the first place.... For now that's not even my biggest problem,My biggest one is my parents trying to arrange a wedding for me with someone I don't even know his name and I don't really care ,I need to find a way to stop this whole shit : : Kyle Richmond, A billionaire,A mafia king ,a dangerous man, feared by everyone even the whole government is at his feet ... When he speaks , everyone listens no matter what ...everyone except two people ... Gabriella Wilson and the leader of X mafia gang ... What would happen when Kyle Richmond and Gabriella Wilson meets ,falls Inlove but king scar and Queen Red has to go against each other ...... A fight between love and Ego ,who is winning? ... Ego or Love ? Queen Red and King Scar or should we say Gabriella and Richmond??? Read on to find out

We follow a boy named Mark and his group of friends in there normal everyday life or is it, follow along as you find out about Mark and his life. His twisted past complicated present and unknown future. tag: Mystery, Violence, slice of life

Are Werewolves and Vampires real? Liam an ordinary university student suddenly had his view of the world shattered within 24 hours. His cherished grandmother was killed right in front of him by a monster. His best friend suddenly became a Vampire and nearly killed him due to the insatiable hunger of blood. In search for revenge, Liam discovers that he was a "Spec" - People with extraordinary abilities. When he tried to discover what he really was, he discovers that he had a split of himself living inside of him. A stubborn monster child that has his looks. "I spawned in a brainless human." The baby said shortly after he came to being. Trust me, the thrill is worth it!

[a boy who transmigrates to another world and lets everything flow as he should, just knows that he has to remain strong in order not to be intimidated.] the image does not belong to me if you want to remove it just let me know. Just writing to see if I improve my writing and it doesn't go blank when writing. if you have tips thank you.

Revenge. A hatred that festers over years. Unable to quell his needs, the man named Selvic has been going through the motions of day-to-day life, taking job after job just to make enough money to stay afloat. Every decision has led up to this day, where he takes on a bodyguarding job that seems as normal as any other job. He was sorely wrong. Read on to see how pride, affects the many decisions that eventually lead him back to the sights of the one who destroyed everything...

In the ancient kingdom of Elaria, torn apart by political unrest and shadowy forces, a resilient young warrior, Lyra, emerges as an unlikely hero. Born into a humble family and driven by a deep sense of justice, Lyra discovers a mysterious golden crown hidden within her family's legacy. The crown holds secrets of a long-forgotten power, one that could reunite the fractured kingdom or destroy it entirely. With unwavering courage and the help of loyal allies—including Kael, a battle-hardened soldier, and Arin, a brilliant strategist—Lyra embarks on a perilous journey to reclaim Elaria's future. As she battles treachery, forbidden magic, and the doubts within her own heart, Lyra must prove that true strength lies not in the power of a crown, but in the courage to lead. Courage and Crown is an epic tale of resilience, sacrifice, and the enduring fight for unity and freedom, led by a fearless woman who defies the odds.

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