Empty Hand

'Kill monsters, eat meat' 'I mean, Kill monsters, save lives. Got it.' 'Tut, I could've sworn that the first one sounded better.' She wasn't a girl looking for freedom or self-righteous liberation by a hero, or whatever shit a girl who suffered for almost all her life would crave. -the shit of a life she was living was horrible, but it was bearable, and so she got used to it. Rather, instead of freedom, what this little missy wanted was money. Lots and lots of them so she never has to worry about the next day. Money - bountiful enough that when she has to spend, she doesn't need to look back or calculate her assets to see how much she has left. Money - bountiful enough to get all the fried chicken she could ever dream of. Yeah, you heard it, fried chicken. For those who did not have money to spare leisurely, getting fried chicken was like a pipe dream to them and she had been one of those unfortunate souls. A comfortable roof above her head and no worries as to when she would get ordered around to steal. No worries about when she would get her next meal-- That was her liberation. And she got it. Just that, she got it most absurdly. Awakened! Those were the people ruling the world, alongside beastly and deadly monsters who threatened the safety of average human beings. And those awakened call the shots. Alice never dreamed she would one day be awakened, and compared to others with their game-like system displaying their attributes and strength; she had a full-grown man whom only she could hear, watching her back at every turn and telling her what to do. He was kinda a pain in the ass but she couldn't complain. It was this gift he had bestowed on her that made her the most powerful Awakened there was with stats that even S-class awakeneds couldn't compare to. She was the boss, now. Mwa-hahahahaha. But life didn't go as easy and leisurely as she planned. With great power comes great responsibility, right? Well, in her case with great power comes great hunger. She couldn't go a moment without getting hungry and her stomach had become a bottomless pit. And to get food, she needed money, and to get money, she had to hunt monsters. The monsters plagued humanity, causing catastrophes and taking lives mercilessly. Those monsters, as scary as they may be, were her target and she had to face them head-on. The bigger the monsters the more money she would gain. Yeah, that was the plan, but... This guy acting as her system seemed to have other plans, putting her at the forefront of 'justice' and having her clean the mess he somewhat created. 'Ugh, I can already sense a shadow of foreboding. Someone, please tell me I'm not acting the main character role. I just want to eat, okay?'

Gabriel died and found himself reborn in a world of cultivation. Fortunately, like any proper transmigrator, he wasn’t empty-handed—he had a cheat! The Extreme Power System rewarded him with strength not through training or battles, but through recognition. Whether it was admiration, jealousy, or even hatred—every emotion directed at him fueled his growth. A casual compliment? More power. A rival seething with envy? Even better. An enemy cursing his name? A direct path to greatness. With this absurd ability, Gabriel has only one goal—to stand at the very peak of this world. ... At least 3 Chapters per week.

In a quiet village, Ravi and his family lead a simple yet harmonious life, until a mysterious stranger entrusts them with an unusual lantern engraved with eight arms. The lantern, capable of revealing hidden truths, soon becomes a source of turmoil. As it exposes secrets within the family, trust begins to waver, and doubts creep into their hearts. Misunderstandings threaten to tear them apart until the youngest member, Maya, realizes that the lantern only shows fragments of the truth, not the full picture. The family embarks on a journey to uncover the true purpose of the lantern, learning valuable lessons about trust, forgiveness, and the strength of unity along the way. Ultimately, they discover that truth alone cannot sustain relationships, only faith in each other can. Choosing love over doubt, they bury the lantern and find their way back to harmony, realizing that their bond is the only light they need. A simple and basic tale of family, trust, and redemption, The Light of Eight Hands explores the power of unity in the face of uncertainty.

After playing a variation of the poker game, Shadow’s Hand, Damien Pearce unexpectedly awakened in an unfamiliar world. Stripped of all kinds of information in the world he was thrown into, Damien now had to navigate it through wits and guts. Amidst his search for information, he discovered that he seemed to be a part of the world as a Transcendent Investigator, otherwise known as TI. The TI seemed fearful and revered among the people in this world. They were responsible for catching Transcendent(s) who misused their power. But was that the reason for his transfer? “Do I or do I not belong in this world?” Damien questioned his presence constantly.

When Will Travers, a feature writer at a struggling newspaper, comes home ten minutes late, he’s not prepared for the bombshell his wife, Leona, is about to drop. After eight years of marriage, she announces her decision to leave him, blaming a hidden sorrow: their inability to have children. As Will navigates the heartbreak and the eerie calm of his sudden solitude, he reflects on the unraveling of his life—from the once-loving bond he shared with Leona to his firm belief in an odd, personal superstition: he should have married a left-handed woman. Set against the backdrop of a decaying newspaper industry, The Left-Handed Truth is a bittersweet exploration of failure, resilience, and the humorous quirks that help us move forward. Will’s journey to rediscover purpose and rebuild his life is equal parts poignant and unexpectedly inspiring, proving that sometimes the path to healing lies in embracing your imperfections—and the unpredictable hands of fate.

The world is governed by the Seven Legendary Heroes, their authority absolute and unchallenged even by their own descendants. They manipulate the world and its people according to their whims. Jonan, son of one of these legendary heroes, discovers his affinity with crystals and mastery over flames, yet lacks skill with weapons, which brings shame upon his family. As he delves deeper into the dark secrets connecting the heroes' power to the rifts and an ancient evil lurking, waiting for the right time, Jonan must move forward with unwavering determination. PS:- I don't own the image on my cover. If the original owner sees this message, you can contact me.

"Black Hand Over the Sky" —— In this Marvel-like world filled with danger and opportunity, the rise of a time traveler begins! Anthony Stark, an ordinary modern individual, accidentally crosses over into a parallel world that blends superheroes with gangsters. In this world, he becomes the heir of a medium-sized gang family in New York City. Faced with a family crisis, he has no choice but to take a path different from that of traditional heroes—using gang power to protect himself and his family. Anthony possesses a mysterious "golden finger"—a lottery system that can randomly obtain various special abilities or items. He uses this system to gradually regain control of his family, resolve the equity issues of the Free Daily, and establish his power base in New York City at the Caesar Palace. However, this is just the beginning of his rise. In an unexpected turn of events, Anthony's mother is mysteriously cured, which makes him realize that he needs even greater power to protect his family. Thus, he decides to enter other worlds in search of resources and strength. Through his lottery system, he obtains a dimensional base seed, which allows him to enter different worlds and establish bases. He successively enters the world of "Wanted" and "Hunter x Hunter," acquiring powerful abilities and resources through his adventures in these worlds. In this process, Anthony not only has to deal with internal gang power struggles but also face threats from outside, including challenges from other gangs, interventions from superheroes, and investigations by government agencies. He uses various means, including collaborating with supervillains and utilizing high-tech equipment, to gradually enhance his strength. Ultimately, Anthony's goal is to establish a powerful force that can protect his family and allow him to stand firm in this dangerous world.

'Hell is empty and all the devils are here.' -- Williams Shakespeare --- "Should I dip my hands in holy water so I can touch you?" His breath fanned her neck as he spoke close to her ear, causing an anxious shiver to run down her spine. Her eyes widened before narrowing slightly. "You are crazy." She whispered back with a shaking voice. "Why?" He asked, awed. His eyes now staring at her. "Because you would get burned." --- Opposites attract. That’s what everyone says, but light and darkness are two very contrasting entities. Annabelle is the perfect definition of pure and innocent, while on the other hand, Kione is the opposite of that—dark and a devil with an angelic appearance. Too forbidden to be a perfect match.

The path of cultivation was full of thorn but who could resist the temptation of immortality? Li Kong was an ordinary young man living in the village peacefully before a star fall from the sky and gave him a chance to become a cultivator. But yet, strange things keep happening inside of the village. An unknown altar made deep within the woods. Cases of livestock disappearing. A faint pungent smell hovering in the air. Just what was happening inside of the village?

Earth has been visited by the Embryeniel records, so the world and its habitants are pushed towards the path of evolution. Strange monsters only made up by imagination appeared everywhere and the world changed into a situation of either survival or death. Jon is a normal student in Palflic university, all he thought about was finishing his school safely and is faced with possibility of been abandoned by his parents, however little did he know about himself and what the world had in-store for him. Other worlds and universes, clans and sects, people and monsters stand in his way, will he prevail or succumb to the desires of others. . . . . .

He was not a human since no human is aware of himself even before his birth. He has no blood and no heart, but emotions? He does have feelings, but can he express them? Why was he called a Devil's Spawn at his birth? Why did they cut away his arms and a leg? Why did no one ever visit him for years? And why does this emptiness... feels so... just so familiar? Why does the Void feel so... full? Who is he? Or rather... What is he? Countless questions—all left unanswered. This is Ozul Ashfall's Adventure to comprehend his own existence. ______________________________________ Disclaimer: I do not own this cover, and if you are the owner and want me to take it down, please contact me on the discord server: discord.gg/RVBHh4rTJJ

Sedah, through past trials and challenges, had forged himself into becoming overpowered. He then went on to save humanity itself! This act made him the greatest hero to ever live! However, as he grew stronger, he became less and less whole. Centuries passed by and his feelings of hollowness and emptiness remained unchanged. Yet, through this emptiness, he found a goal. To find a worthy adversary to defeat and kill him in battle! Note: Sedah and Arthur(Young) are on the cover.

After a near death experience thanks to his own mother, Jake Hollander has an adverse reaction to people, baseball, and family. His feeling of abandonment is slowly lost thanks to his foster family, The Atkins. They take him in and change his mind about everything. He becomes more open, better at baseball, and craves for family. Slowly all wishes are granted. Instagram: @writerhalf_empty https://www.patreon.com/half_empty ~~The Last Curve can be found there, a short story about Rhys Please read on Webnovel! **Names, faces, and places aren’t real. A work of fiction. Nonetheless, it is my work of fiction so please don’t post it without permission. *I have used school names that do exist though, but I would like everyone to know that I have no affiliation with them. Nor do my views reflect their views. **Also, I bought the royalty-free license for my cover. Which means I can use it without having to pay royalties. If you have any questions, comment on my latest chapter or reach me on discord.

Wayne is a poor orphan, who grew up with Mr Jones, And had taken Mr Jones as a father. Mr Jones is a poor man who manages a small bar in the city and barely has any customers. Wayne on the other hand works three jobs including assisting Mr Jones, so that they can fend for themselves. But it all began when Drex and his men, the most feared and well-known gang men in the city, barged into the small empty bar, demanding for their money back. Mr Jones had borrowed money from these gang men so that he could get his bar restocked, but he made a terrible mistake. They needed the money back, but the time for the payment wasn't due, and on the other hand Wayne and his poor father couldn't afford it yet. Wayne had to escape and get a contract into a wealthy family, but would they welcome Wayne? or belittle him?. Read to find out.

An empty vessel is born to be filled.

Once a very brave hero who fought against the demon king and his immense army but got betrayed by the very people he trusts and protects given another shot at life will he be able to extract his revenge?

What kind of time travel is this? Not only am I poor and empty-handed, but I also have a useless sister. My wife even paid her way into the family? But, but she has already killed three men. What can relieve this worry? Only getting rich!!!

Have you ever wondered as a child? What would we humans find, once we leave the bosoms of Earth and journey past the heavens and into the black void of space. What lifeforms would we encounter and what planets we would colonize. Well humanity had finally left Earth and was in the process of colonizing the various other worlds within the system until they came. What did people think when we finally encountered aliens from beyond our solar system? How did they look? What intentions did they have? Were they huge monstruous beings from our darkest imaginations? Nope they look just like us albeit, more like the elves of fantasy. But what did many theories and movies, produced throughout human history get right, that they would be assholes. Disclaimer artwork cover is not mine just a representation art for reference.

A girl named Siya is trapped in her own created world of darkness, where she is all imprisoned with her own loneliness. All she can see is dark, emptiness is what she can feel, she think as if she is lost somewhere and what all she can do is self destruction like a looser she is. On the other hand, is a girl named Vihaa who had her share of cursed past but now she stands all strong with confidence and face all the hurdles of life with a smile. The day they met for the first time, something changed as for the first Siya see the light. So, readers if you would like to see how one auspicious morning, changed the life of Siya. Her life got filled with lights & colors, emptiness become peaceful and from self destruction to millions of hopes.

Alexandre's life oscillates between entertainment and emptiness. He spends his high school years as a young man chasing parties and drinking. Most of his relationships are superficial, and his friendships are merely for having fun at night and escaping the real world. He constantly feels a void within himself and seeks to fill that emptiness in the excitement of every night. However, one morning, the world he knows suddenly changes. Alexandre opens his eyes in an unknown world after an explosion. Here, no one has fun, and everyone has a purpose to survive. At first, Alexandre struggles to adapt to the new world with a great sense of emptiness, realizing that the satisfaction he seeks is not here. He now lives in a reality that cannot be escaped with drinks or filled with parties. Yet, in this world, there is another struggle waiting for Alexandre: the pains and voids he must confront within himself. With each step, Alexandre's soul and thoughts deepen. He begins to question his life filled with emptiness. He starts to understand that entertainment is merely an escape, and drinking is just a momentary relief. Surviving in the new world requires a greater mental and spiritual battle. While facing his inner void, he also has to fight the shadows of his past. He realizes that his life filled with parties and drinks was an illusion, and his true struggle is with himself. Alexandre's story is a compelling narrative of a young man lost in emptiness, seeking meaning and undergoing a process of inner transformation. As he tries to leave behind the emptiness and escape of his past, and rebuild himself as a real human being, Alexandre will discover not only a physical world but also a psychological evolution.

Alex grapples with a profound existential crisis. Secluded in their dimly lit room, Alex reflects on a disquieting shift in their inner world. Once brimming with contemplation, their thoughts have now dissipated, leaving them feeling unnervingly empty and disconnected. As they wrestle with the unsettling absence of their mental depth, Alex confronts a paradoxical sense of peace and emptiness, revealing the fragile boundary between overthinking and a numb, disembodied existence. Through poignant introspection and a hauntingly quiet setting, the novel explores themes of identity, consciousness, and the essence of self. (These events were real)

Usually the night time is when we go to sleep, recharge ourselves, get the energy for the next day or simply just rest after a tiring day. But not in this story. Even though he always felt the need to sleep in daytime, Alfie Ellis would not have imagined to himself how his night life, his dear sleep time, would be over. After getting attached to the night ghost, he makes a deal with him, not checking the little details ,as uaual, he's forced to become a ghost when the night comes. Not used to this situation he panics ,having a hard time controlling his powers, along with the new thirsty desire for death. Alfie is trying to figure out what to do and how to stop himself from harming other people in the process.

It is said that in the Kingdom of Duyul, lakes are the home to mermaids that are considered sacred and devine. It is the only Kingdom where activities such as fishing and swimming are prohibited for such activities are considered to be a disturbance to the tranquil home of the guardian of the water bodies. There are many myth about the Guardian of the lakes showering people that worship them with good fortune and blessing while bringing destruction and havoc to those who disturbs their abode. Some say that if the Guardian of the lake recognizes you as their mate then your soul will be taken by them to their abode forever to live there but never to be reincarnated. . . .

What is a thief? Where are the lines of good or evil drawn? In a cruel world like this, the answer is never that simple. Amid the people of Vagis, a youthful and fame hungry Kassius Moore grew up preparing for his future as he strives to reach the top of the world in a way not everyone does; by stealing. The fortune gained is magnificent, the infamy is extraordinary but the cost is immense. Will Kassius be able to reach the top and attain his goal, or will he fall victim to the fate of many other thieves before him?

The story follows a young man haunted by the loss of his family in a devastating accident. Burdened by loneliness and grief, he sets out on a heartfelt quest to rediscover joy and mend the emptiness within his soul.

Ling Chen was a peerless master hiding within the city hustle as a nobody-courier, until he stumbled into the world of the beautiful CEO, Nanrong Wanqing, the 'untouchable flower' of Donghai City, due to one of his work assignments. From then on, watch as his life is thrown into an exciting disarray!

suddenly transported to an anime world after dying with a system, sounds ridiculous to me at least, but seems like god had something else in mind suddenly giving me quests to be a matchmaker, at least pay me to do these, I have to live you know ;--; =================== bored and wanted to write a fan fic after watching the anime, if you like it that's good, if you don't whatever, this is ultimately me curing my boredom whiles trying to find any good novel to read, anyway peace

When operative Smith is dispatched to retrieve the fabled Golden Eye, he uncovers a hidden world of ancient secrets and deadly adversaries.