Hitting Rock Bottom

Shen Long held a Myriad Beasts Tower, and the Spirit Beasts he reared became increasingly formidable— The Fire Rock Beast transformed into the Fire Qilin The Gold-Winged Windroc into the Thunder Roc The Green-Eyed Spirit Fox into the Nine-Tailed Spirit Fox … Years later. Do you know what Immortal Venerable of the Beast Race is?!

"The world’s not fair, but fairness doesn’t pay the bills. You don’t wait for a handout — you build your own damn ladder, one step at a time." Ethan Grey’s life was built on ambition, hard work, and hope — until a single accusation destroyed it all. Framed by his ruthless boss, Ethan loses his job, his reputation, and is left drowning in half a million dollars of debt. Cast aside by a society that thrives on crushing the weak, he’s at rock bottom with no way out. But in his darkest moment, something extraordinary happens. A mysterious system awakens, offering Ethan a second chance — but with rules. [Congratulations, You have awakened the Harem Investment System] It can’t make him rich overnight, and it won’t give him shortcuts. Instead, it points him toward physical investments: crumbling properties, broken-down machines, and forgotten treasures. Each one is a gamble, but with every success, the system rewards him with newfound skills and opportunities.

Damian's life is bland, miserable and getting worse. After hitting rock bottom, he travel to another world. In an alternate Albion, he faces dangers and delights beyond anything he could have dreamed. The new and powerful sorcerer soon realises it will be a struggle to survive.

In a world transformed by the arrival of mana, Earth is no longer the domain of humanity alone. Magical beasts and three powerful humanoid species have claimed vast territories, forcing humanity into fortified cities protected by mana-infused barriers. The hope for survival lies with the awakened—those blessed with magical classes and the ability to wield mana. Victor Revenant, a hilarious and self-deprecating 16-year-old, has spent his life dreaming of joining their ranks. But on the day of his Awakening Test, his dreams are shattered. Like countless others, he fails to awaken, destined to remain ordinary in a world where mediocrity means irrelevance. Just as Victor hits rock bottom, his father gifts him a VRMMORPG game, Ascendant Realms: Cultivation Chronicles, as a consolation prize. The game promises an immersive cultivation experience, complete with mystical techniques, powerful bloodlines, and the journey to ascend to godhood. But when Victor logs in as his in-game persona, Fang Chen, he discovers something incredible: the cultivation techniques he learns in the game begin to manifest in the real world. Armed with the Primordial Chaos Constitution and the legendary Void Emperor Bloodline, Victor embarks on a dual journey—mastering the game’s cultivation system while using his newfound abilities to change his fate in the real world. What begins as an escape from his failures turns into a chance to rewrite his destiny. But Victor quickly learns that his unique ability may make him more than just an anomaly—it may make him a target...

They deeply loved yet they failed at the same love. One was scared and left and the other carried the hatred of being abandoned. Two girls who fell in love are reunited after 7 long years. A few things may have changed but some things do stay the same. Not even time can break old habits. Cassey Bookner and Andrea Night knew each other in the past. But, in the present time, Cassey opts to treat Andrea as a total stranger. A stranger who she once felt so connected to than any other person in her life. Andrea, on her part tries to mend the broken relations she has with her ex-lover slush new personal assistant but all her efforts hit rock bottom every time she gets a bit closer to Cassey. All Andrea knows is that Cassey hates her for leaving and getting forgiveness for it is out of the question. What if the old habits resurface the feelings of Cassey to Andrea? And as they say old habits die hard. I mean true and first love never truly goes away.

in the world where other races exist, humanity being at the bottom of the chart must find away to survive

Craige, the strongest living assassin, was feared by both the powerful elite and the underworld. His name was etched into history as a legend—an extraordinary being who surpassed the limits of human strength and talent. No one dared to challenge him, for he was a force beyond reckoning. Yet, despite his unmatched power, Craige grew weary. The endless cycle of bloodshed and survival had drained him, and the dream of living an ordinary life proved impossible. Tired of a life he no longer desired, he made his final decision—to end it all. But death was not his end. Instead, he awakened in the frail body of a boy whose life was worse than rock bottom. Stripped of his former strength and feared reputation, Craige must now navigate an existence riddled with suffering and despair. Faced with a new world and an identity unworthy of his past self, he must decide—will he remain shackled by fate, or will he carve a new path with the knowledge and skills of the strongest assassin?

"Shying away from your wifely duties, little wife?" He questioned in a husky voice, lowering his face to hers. Ariel quickly turned her head away, "No, Mr. Chaz, you're misunderstanding me again," She voiced quietly. Aiden scoffed, not believing her. He looked down at his chest and found her slim hand still placed against it. "You're quite corny, Ariel. Saying you don't want me, yet you're hands are all over me," Aiden whispered in her ear. *** After overhearing her father and stepmother planning how they were going to marry her off in place of her Stepsister to the unsuccessful son of their debtor. That night, Ariel plans her run away, but that same night, Ariel mysteriously gets kidnapped. Waking up to discover she'd been kidnapped by the same people she was trying to run away from made her life seem like it had hit rock bottom. Now, she was going to be forced into a marriage with a man she didn't know and didn't love. But, would everything remain the same for her when she discovers that her new husband was the richest Billionaire in the country? Chaz Aiden was a successful billionaire with billions of businesses all over the world and zero interest in women, especially after his mother had divorced his father for a richer man. When his grandmother asked him to do him a favor by marrying the Hudson family's daughter, he knew it was for the sake of greed. He swore to make his new wife's life a living hell, making sure he reminded her that she would always be an object he purchased, contracted and never to be loved.

Adam's life has been a huge disappointment. Growing up, he was a shy kid with no confidence; he had no ambition; he had no plans for the future. He didn't realize the time flowing by until one day he hit rock bottom. His wealth was taken away from him. He had nothing. Now he lives in a single-room apartment, he is making barely any money; he has no friends, no family, and no lover. He is all alone living a pathetic, miserable life. He is so pathetic that he died in his own apartment, slipping on a beer bottle. But fate has other plans for him. He didn't die but ended up back in the past with an upgraded body. Now, with another chance in life, he is determined to strive for greatness. ____________________ A/N - This is a smut-focused story. Expect a lot of sexual scenes.

The power of absolute control... Time. After Rock died, he mysteriously reincarnated in Shun Long's almost dead body when a triangular-shaped rock merged with his soul, and a sudden influx of information flooded his head. He has now found himself in a mystical world filled with extraordinarily powerful cultivators who can destroy mountains with a single punch, and split seas in half with a single slash of a sword! This is Shun Long's journey in the majestic world of cultivation, as he fights geniuses and reaches the pinnacle of both alchemy and martial arts!

A group of Gods find themselves living among the mortal races until they are at peace with how the world is. Fellaroth the Human God has been forgotten by humanity and now needs to get to the bottom of who has replaced him as the God of Humanity? 

Lindell's Nightmare is a story that tell us about the band Lindsay Lindell. A rock band that was taking fame very fast. Some people say they have many nightmares after her concerts, and strangely, the band keep a secret that no one know.

Akira Shinjuku isn't your average teenager living in 1987 Japan. The world's greatest paranormal investigator working for the Bureau of Paranormal Extermination, he wields a divine superpower called a Rock Move, with his Rock Move, Footloose, being the strongest of them all. Aided by his doom and gloom girlfriend Amanda Valentine, his edgy as blades rival Rei Higashikata, his video game and cartoon obsessed alien best friend Josefumi Jirou, and his pupil, an eccentric German witch named Maria Elric, Akira is looking to avenge his father's death at the hands of Bruno, a mysterious hitman wearing a cartoonish dog mask. Fullfilling his destiny won't be easy, as devils, freaks, scary monsters and super creeps hinder his way. But with his trusty escrima sticks and his team, he can do anything. Manners. Maketh. Man. This is Silent November.

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

The Vatu kingdom is about to be victorious after a 50 year war that scars it's people. Togu, a commander forged in conflict is framed, cast aside and betrayed. nailed between two warring countries that want her dead. Stuck between a rock and a hard place, she meets a stranger that will maybe change the tides.

..... Chiron lived an unfortunately miserable life as an orphan. Just when he managed to get rich as a result of a book about a world he saw in his dreams, he was murdered by a deranged Fan He was even unable to enjoy his vast wealth before his death. But Fate had other plans for him. He was reborn in the same book he wrote as the main character. But there was a big problem. According to his book, the main character was to die at the end, risking his life for the safety of the world. To sacrifice one's self for the world was not his style. After all, he had already experienced death before. There was no way in hell was he going to give his life for anybody. Instead of following the story arch and becoming a hero, he forges his own path on the road to true villiany and immortality. However can he win when his enemy is Fate itself and the Gods that command it? Especially with the Fate Change System he can never truly trust. ...... Note: The MC has no morality. Very Sick Shit happens in this book. I mean things that will make even your parents shy away. You have been warned!!! No Romance= (The Ancestors forbid it) Simping= (The MC would prefer Death please) Familiar bonds= (Family exists only for benefits.) Stray off the part of Power= (only to go kill a nation or something and we back on track)

Chris was born in a world where the humans are not the ones at the top of the food chain. Even when they are the bottom, humans fight each other for power. Whether Chris would survive in such a world or not, read the story to find out.

Ethan Steele was a nobody. An orphan with no future, working dead-end jobs and living in a roach-infested apartment. Bullied, betrayed, and abandoned by everyone he ever cared for, Ethan had hit rock bottom. His girlfriend dumped him for a wealthy tech entrepreneur, his boss fired him for being “useless,” and even his best friend turned his back on him. The world had written Ethan off as a loser—until one fateful night changed everything. Enter the Infinite System. A mysterious AI-powered wristwatch that chooses Ethan as its host. With the system, Ethan gains unparalleled abilities: Enhanced Intelligence to outwit his enemies, Precognition to foresee the future, Combat Mastery to dominate in any fight, and Financial Insight to amass unimaginable wealth. The Infinite System is a tool for evolution—and Ethan is about to use it to rise from the ashes. But power comes at a price. As Ethan begins his meteoric ascent, he attracts the attention of powerful enemies. Ruthless billionaires, corrupt politicians, and underground crime syndicates all want the system for themselves. Ethan must navigate a dangerous world of deceit, betrayal, and violence, using his newfound abilities to outmaneuver everyone who stands in his way. From zero to infinite, Ethan builds an empire. Starting with a small tech startup, he expands into real estate, finance, and defense, building a global conglomerate that rivals the world’s most powerful corporations. Along the way, he humiliates his ex-girlfriend, exposes his former boss for corruption, and crushes his rival’s tech empire. Ethan’s rise is swift, ruthless, and unstoppable. But the Infinite System has a secret. As Ethan ascends to new heights, he discovers that the system is more than just a tool—it’s a weapon with a hidden purpose. A shadowy conspiracy threatens to destroy everything he’s built, and Ethan must decide whether to wield the system’s power or dismantle it to save humanity. In a world where the forgotten can rise, Ethan Steele will become its king. But the fight for supremacy is far from over.

Ethan had hit rock bottom. His company stolen, his engagement shattered, and his future reduced to nothing but regrets, he stood at the edge of despair—until a mysterious ring changed everything. Now, against all logic, he’s been randomly recruited by the Omniversal Exploration Society (OES)—a chaotic, decentralized organization tasked with exploring the infinite unknown. With a sarcastic, jaded hologram named Galen as his “mentor,” Ethan quickly learns that exploration isn’t about peaceful discovery. It’s about fighting for your life against creatures that shouldn’t exist, surviving in realms that defy reality, and somehow not dying in the process. Of course, all the while, balancing the 'normal' life of a human.

Isabella Monroe thought she had hit rock bottom. Orphaned at a young age, betrayed by her own blood, and treated as nothing more than a pawn, she had learned to survive in silence. But when she crosses paths with Adrian Blackwell—a ruthless billionaire known for his unpredictable darkness—her life is thrown into a world even she couldn’t have imagined. Trapped within the gilded walls of his mansion, Isabella struggles to navigate Adrian’s dangerous moods and volatile demands. She clings to secrets of her own, haunted by the memories of her parents' mysterious death, which she suspects wasn’t an accident. When Adrian’s obsession with control tightens around her, Isabella’s past begins to unravel, revealing connections that threaten not only her life but everything Adrian has built. Why is Adrian so drawn to her? What deadly secrets lie within her family? And what will Adrian do when he learns the truth? As shadows of betrayal, revenge, and desire collide, Isabella and Adrian are thrust into a battle neither expected—and from which neither may escape. In a twisted game of survival, loyalty, and hidden truths, Isabella must decide: will she remain a pawn, or become something far more dangerous?

The 22nd Century Devil's Playground. The most popular single-player VR RPG ever made. Everyone loved it. The crazy freedom, the insane storylines, and the brutal politics—it was a masterpiece. And then there was Kaius. A nobody graphic designer working at Goman Games World Limited, the company behind it all. He seemed to have the best life at first glance: a fat bank account, supportive parents, and a girlfriend everyone envied. But guess what? He hated it. Every bit of it. Nothing mattered anymore. So when he died in a freak accident and woke up inside Devil's Playground as a prince, Kaius thought he’d hit the jackpot. "This is it! My second chance to live it up." Yeah, no. Reality (or whatever this was) slapped him hard. Turns out, he wasn’t just any prince. He was the forsaken prince. No power. No allies. No one who cared if he lived or died. Welcome to rock bottom, Your Highness. ***** [Hidden conditions met.] [Assimilating with host.] [Universal Civilisation System successfully bound to host.] "A system? Wait, does this mean…?" Kaius froze, then grinned like a lunatic. "This is just like those webnovels! I’m the protagonist now! Oh, this is going to be epic." But life as a protagonist wasn’t all it was cracked up to be. Politics? Ruthless. Trust? A myth. Survival? A full-time job. In a world where betrayal lurks in every shadow, kingdoms are built with iron and blood, and everyone has a secret, Kaius must fight for his place. ***** Bonus chapter for every 3 reviews.

Dale Mitchell, your average guy in a below-average job. But, what happens to him is anything but average. After hitting someone in his truck, his world was turned upside down, inside out. Now, he seems to be something called a World Keeper, and must create and manage his own world. Is this his afterlife, or something else entirely?

Holly Von Heist as put between a rock and hard place when she is forced to choose between her family and the man she loves flowing her heart she leaves a child home to fight for the love she feels for the man she loves and plans to build a life with the question is will it be as she wants it or will it be the worst mistake of her life .....

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.

in this world where fittest survive. I will become strongest to protect those i care . I will even kill god's if they try to hurt or take what mine. in this second chance of my life I will make sure of it a men who lost everything vow to himself upon getting a second chance system - yes academy - yes character development - yes op mc - yes this is my first novel I hope you guys will ignore grammatical mistake and support

In a world where technology and fantasy collide, Invernia is the pinnacle of immersive gaming—a virtual reality MMORPG that promises players a life-like experience unlike any other. But when Nasuke, an unassuming and socially outcast gamer, steps into the world of Invernia, he discovers the game hides far more than dazzling graphics and challenging quests. Trapped in a body that mirrors his real-world struggles, Nasuke's journey begins at rock bottom as he navigates Invernia's unforgiving landscapes with nothing but his wits and the faint hope of escaping his mundane life. But Invernia is no ordinary game. Its developers have woven layers of mystery into its fabric, with reality itself bending under the weight of its secrets. As Nasuke forms uneasy alliances and battles powerful foes, he unearths hints of a deeper conspiracy that ties the game to the very essence of human existence. Each choice he makes shifts the balance of power in the virtual world—and perhaps beyond. With every level gained and every boss defeated, Nasuke inches closer to uncovering the truth, but the stakes are higher than he ever imagined. What happens when the line between the game and reality begins to blur? Can Nasuke rise from the ashes of his insecurities and become the hero Invernia needs? Or will the truth lurking within its code shatter both the game and his world forever?

“ You must level down to the rock bottom of hell”, a demonic voice said when he was summoned to the other side. Seth Johnson was 16 when he was sacrificed in a cleansing ritual organized by his parent’s cult, to find himself reincarnated and transmigrated to a new world that was already on the brink of extinction. People were divided by their magic power’s ranking to live in different regions and sat on ascending levels in the sky. Being born again as Isiah Duncan, the brother of Lucas Duncan the prodigy who brought the apocalypse to this world was confusing to him, he who had no powers to survive, until he was forced to level down instead of leveling up, using the diabolic core of magic instead of the divine one … --------------------------- Tags: reincarnation, transmigration,male lead, fantasy . Schedule : daily updates( 2 chaps/day). Chapter length: 1 k .sometimes more. The cover :the new cover is mine, I don't allow anyone to use it , it is made specifically for tgis webnovel. The characters in this cover are :Isiah Duncan and Eijar . -------------------- bonus chapters: 10 golden tickets: 01bonus chapters 50 golden tickets: 05 bonus chapters 100 golden tickets :10 bonus chapters -------------------------- Check out my other works: For male lead: *First Stygian Diviner: Apocalypse *I Brought Apocalypse:Villain's Supremacy For female lead: *I created the villain *The body we shared . -------- Follow me on instagram: isaac_black2013 Discord server :https://discord.gg/VNH4pKgyT3 ko-fi page : https://ko-fi.com/isaacblack

When happens when a desperate youth player gets a system that gives him a second chance at football? Alexis Butcher was destined for football greatness—until a devastating injury shattered his dreams before they even began. At rock bottom, with no hope left, an extraordinary twist changes everything: a mysterious system activates within him, offering a miraculous second chance at the game he loves. Now, armed with incredible abilities and a relentless drive to succeed, Alexis returns to the pitch. Watch as he humiliates defenders, sets up stunning assists, and racks up goals in his pursuit of becoming the greatest footballer the world has ever seen.

Ryan thought he had hit rock bottom, but a mysterious glitch in the world’s most popular VR MMORPG, Soulbound Odyssey, forces him into a deadly game he can’t log out of. Starting as a weak Level 1 swordsman, Ryan must battle goblins, outwit rogues, and unravel the secrets of a twisted game system to survive. With danger lurking around every corner and allies as unpredictable as the game itself, Ryan’s journey is one of growth, grit, and glory. Will he rise to the challenge or become just another Game Over?

Failure upon failure! Despite how hard he craved for peace and happiness, life hit him harder with pain and distress. Only those who hit rock bottom, can have the power to leap higher, possibly, or die. This is the story of a man who wants to destroy this cycle of suffering, the evil intentions of life, without any replacement or alternative.