The Villainess Lives Again Manhwa

The world is brimming with powers, and magics_ created by a band of spectrum. Talented ones' are born, and ordinary ones' are also born. In the world where one may rise then forever fall, or one may fall and rise again. 'Legends do exist and are seen as the most significant. The seven powerful rings are terrifyingly overwhelming, and therefore a creature seen with one is given high homage; embellishing their degree. The world is more like a mythical and a mysterious one, yet still some explore it!' The lucky ones succeed, and an unluckier fails. But a being gets to change his!

For a month, Eve has been seeking for a divorce from her mate who she’d been marrried to—the man she found out she was pregant for. They were after her life and regardless of the fact she was his mate, she couldn’t live. She knew too much about them. Her life was going to come to an end when her very ex-husband, her mate, tricked her into a job—a work that was finally going to cost her life. But all that changes when she sought protection fom a man, a lone alpha—strongest, wealthiest, that even the leader of the pack was below him. But if there was anything else this man was, it was…Frightening in a way she never imagined. Oh, but Malakai Salvatore was still just a man after all. He had secrets. And his secrets was something Eve never saw coming. Perharps…he wasn’t exactly the protection she needed. Because if anyone found out what he had hidden, Malakai Salvatore wouldn’t die alone. She had been implicated and bounded to him.

Jannah Rafelon, a Countess in the Starlian Kingdom, finds herself mysteriously transported back in time just before the onset of a devastating zombie apocalypse. This unexpected twist grants her a unique advantage: a powerful entity known as the "system," which equips her with skills and knowledge to protect her little town and its people from impending doom. As Jannah navigates this new reality, her leadership and bravery shine through, drawing the attention of various suitors who begin to pursue her with unwavering shamelessness and determination. "Countess, please accept this as a token of my love and if you want, you can take me instead as a token of my love." "I was only your admirer at the start, my lady, but overtime.. I realized I like you, not as a master, but as a lover. Please make me yours." "You're the only Countess of my Kingdom and also the only one who has captured my heart. Let me be yours, Jannah." "You were supposed to be my bride, but your little sister lied to me. However, that wouldn't stop me from asking your hand in marriage. So, once again, will you marry me?" "You want someone to be buried ten feet below the ground? Consider it done. You want something from a neighboring community? Look at your doorstep tonight. I can give you anything you want, but why can't you accept any of them?" "I will always be at your beck and call so if you need me at your bed tonight, I will be there." "You're my knight in shining armor! You saved me so I am yours! But why won't you accept me as your princess?" "Push me, drag me, kiss me, f*ck me— you can do anything you want to me, but why won't you?" Amidst the chaos of survival and the looming threat of zombies, Jannah must balance her responsibilities as a protector with the complexities of newfound romantic interests, all while striving to secure a future for her people in a world turned upside down. If you're not a fan of the list below then please click away. — Turtle progression. — Detailed gore. — Same-sex relationships. — Grammatical errors. — More gore. — Questionable life choices (by MC). — Mild suggestive content. — Another gore.

Dylan Ford wishes to start a new normal life after joining the well know firm, Blackwell. However the Managing Partner , Alexander Blackwell, seems to be unhappy about Dylan's presence. Does Alex feel uncomfortable? Or is it just in Dylan's mind? And moreover, why does it feel like Dylan is forgetting something?

The world has fallen, overrun by the dead. Hailey and Ronan have one goal. Survive. But in a world where danger lurks around every corner, survival isn’t just about dodging zombies. They must travel together through highways choked with the dead and cities crawling with danger. They fight to survive. Every mile is a gamble with scarce supplies, hostile survivors, and the relentless undead. In a world where trust is dead, can they make it to the other side alive? >>> "You can't kill something that's already dead, Hailey-Jade. The dead don't die anymore. It lives."

Ahcehera is a young woman FIGHTING cancer, finding comfort in the pages of her favorite sci-fi fantasy novel. She’s drawn to the villainess princess, a misunderstood character whose life is sacrificed FOR the hero and heroine’s happy ending. Ahcehera hates the unfairness of it all and wishes the princess could have a chance to live her own LIFE. Before she can read the final chapter that seals the princess’s tragic fate, Ahcehera passes away. Her last thought is a wish to rewrite the story, never expecting it to come true. When she wakes up, it’s not in her hospital bed but in the body of the princess herself. Thrown into a world full of political schemes, betrayal, and hidden dangers, Ahcehera is determined to change the princess’s fate. She has the story’s secrets and her own will to survive, but knowing the plot doesn’t mean it’ll be easy to change. Then, the unexpected happens. She crosses paths with a werewolf prince, younger than her and mysteriously linked to the hero. He’s more than just a twist in the story, he might hold the key to a different ending. As enemies close in and the lines between friend and foe blur, Ahcehera must decide. Will she stick to the script or fight for a new ending? One where both she and the princess get the happiness they deserve. Can a story already written truly be rewritten, or is she doomed to live the same tragedy all over again?

Ann, a corporate slave in the modern life, suddenly couldn't resist her body's drowsiness and fell asleep after working non-stop for... who-knows-how-long. Her sleep wasn't a good one as she was overly worried she wouldn't be able to finish her work. When she finally woke up, she was greatly shocked. An unknown room, an unknown man with his icy expression, and moreover, the man addressed her as "Arlea", and not "Ann". And then she finally realized. She somehow ended up in the body of "Arlea"-a villainess in the fantasy/romance novel she had read in the past, when she still had free time to relax. To make things worse, she remembered that in the next one year, she-Arlea-was fated to die. 'In such a situation, what should I do?' 'Let's think seriously of a way to overturn the situation?' 'But hold on, what if I can't change the scenario? Why bother?' Having lived her days in the modern life as a serious and restrained woman who became a corporate slave to her death, Ann finally decided... to spend her additional 365 days to live freely as she likes! ------- Note: - Just like my other book, I'm posting this novel mainly in my site (convallariaslibrary.com). - If you'd like to support this book and gain access to advanced chapter(s), you can go to: patreon.com/ConvallariasLibrary, for one-time donation go to: https://ko-fi.com/A1864CG3 - Join my Discord server and discuss this series with other readers: discord.gg/ty5tZEz

Jessica Whitehall and Steven Greece couldn’t be more different. At Fairmont High, a prestigious school in California, Jessica thrives, popular, outgoing, and involved in every activity. Steven, on the other hand, is the quiet, overlooked nerd from a wealthy family, excelling only in computer science while struggling to fit in. Their paths rarely cross, until a school project unexpectedly throws them together. What begins as an awkward partnership takes an unexpected turn when Steven confesses that he once had a kindergarten crush on Jessica. As they spend more time together, they discover that behind their contrasting personalities lies a friendship worth fighting for. But just as they begin to trust each other, a misunderstanding leads to a devastating accusation. Suspended for a crime they didn’t commit, both miss out on a crucial opportunity that could have shaped their futures. Their frustration boils over into a heated argument, shattering their friendship and sending them on separate paths. Years pass. Jessica and Steven, now in different universities and cities, reinvent themselves. Jessica, once the vibrant socialite, grows more reserved, focused on building a career. Steven, once timid and invisible, rises to prominence as a tech genius and CEO of his own company. They move forward, unaware that fate isn’t finished with them yet. When Jessica unknowingly applies for a job at Steven’s company, the past resurfaces in ways neither of them expected. The confident CEO is nothing like the shy boy she once knew, and Steven is caught off guard by the change in the girl he once admired. Old wounds reopen. Buried emotions rise. And as they navigate the professional battlefield, they must decide: Is their story over, or is this their second chance? Torn between resentment and longing, Jessica and Steven must confront their past, unravel the truth behind their high school betrayal, and determine whether some connections are meant to last beyond just one lifetime. A story of love, betrayal, and second chances, In Our Next Lives explores the power of time, fate, and the people who leave the deepest marks on our hearts.

How did I get here? The last thing I remember was falling asleep after finishing the book: Trials Of Love. How did I become the villainess Camilla who has the same name as me? **************** Our female lead, Camilla used to be a very extrovert person who had many friends and was socially liked by everyone. However, after her parent's death, she was assigned to live with her Uncle and Aunt. Over time she slowly distances herself from her friends as she believes that she doesn't deserve happiness. She thought that she was the reason her parents died. Back then her parents died in a car accident when they were speeding toward the hospital where she was kept. On that very eventful morning, she had accidentally burnt her hand during food tech and was rushed straight towards the hospital. When her parents heard they too rushed over there hence they got into a car accident and eventually passed away. The only thing that would bring her happiness was the one book her parents left for her: Trials of Love. It talked about a young boy named Damian who grew up in poverty but eventually became the grand duke of the Thedo empire, named after the first King who founded it. Damian grew to love his housekeeper's youngest daughter, Eveline. The two had to go through many trials until they earned their happy ending. Of course with the occasional villainess ruining the happy pair. But who would've thought that our female lead ended up as the villainess? The character she hated the most. Camilla Rose Avery was the lost daughter of the present King and Queen. Camilla had been stolen when she was a year old by a maid. She was found by her older brother when he ran into her in an orphanage on one of his royal tours. Her love for Damian meant that she would try to kill Eveline. Because of her evil deed, she was banished to the eastern empire when Damian became the grand duke. He married Eveline and then the story closed. Ella transmigrates into Camilla. However, there is still time to fix everything. She will be kind to Damian in the hope that he will remember her kindness in the future. Our female lead has decided to change her destiny, so she tries very hard not to fall in love with Damian. However, the storyline seems to be changing. Why is the male lead running after the villainess this time? ********************************************************** Please vote for this book as I've entered a completion with it. English isn't my first language so bear with my grammatical. mistakes. The book cover is not mine, I found it on Pinterest. Please support my other books: - Rebirth for him (sterilizing)

Like every typical otome isekai story, the story follows a woman finds herself reborn as the villainess. But this isn’t your everyday story where you find on the internet. There is no proving her innocence. No changing fate. No escaping the role she has been given. Instead, she must play the villainess perfectly—or suffer the consequences. Any attempt to act out of character results in unexplainable punishments, not just for herself, but for those she cares about. The world itself demands that she follows the script, forcing her into a life of cruelty, betrayal, and inevitable ruin. But if she is doomed to be the villainess… then she will become one on her own terms. In a world that won’t allow her to be anything else, she will play the role so well that even fate will regret cursing her. Join me in this untold story of a destined woman who must traverse the pearls the world has given her.

ON HIATUS: Hello! I am taking a small break from this story because of irl stuff, will continue this from April 2025 onwards! Exactly a month later! "Be my Empress Selena..." His emerald eyes looked at her with a pleading look. She started to soften after seeing him plead so earnestly but she reminded herself that she didn't want this! She didn't want to be an Empress! Most importantly he lied and then disappeared! Now he has the audacity to come looking for her! "Get out." She pointed at the door and then at him. He grabbed her hand and pulled her towards himself. "You can't get rid of me. You know how stubborn I am." Ming Yue was an ordinary office worker when she went into a novel she used to read, a steamy romance between Clara, the innocent illegitimate daughter of a count and the cold Northern Duke. Was she the heroine? No. Was she a side character? No. She was the damned villainess everyone hated! Being a former doormat she decided to embrace the villainhood in this life and live life on her terms. A leisurely life was what she wanted, maybe face-slapping her ex-fiance, the Northern Duke every now and then... But that all changed when she met him... Alex. She hired him to be her partner, but he intended to make that contract last a lifetime. She had no room to say no because he was the Crown Prince! Soon to be the Emperor!

Cain, humanity’s first murderer, carries the weight of a millennia-old sin. Cursed by God to wander the Earth eternally, he witnessed empire after empire crumble under the same vices that stained his hands: envy, greed, humanity’s inescapable violence. His punishment was not just exile, but the lucidity to watch history repeat itself—until a shadowed entity offered him an escape. A pact that tore through the veils between worlds, hurling his soul into **Ethos**, a realm even the gods have abandoned. Reborn as **Prometheus**, firstborn son of the distrustful Baron Alaric of House Mirewood, Cain faces a paradoxical fate: a youthful body, but a soul corroded by centuries of guilt. In Ethos, magic is a wild and corrupted force, wars between noble houses are waged with blood and betrayal, and ancient creatures—remnants of a forgotten past—rise from the forests to devour the unwary. Worse than any monster, however, is the Baron’s gaze, which sees something unnervingly alien in his "son": a youth with the bearing of a veteran of a thousand battles and eyes that have witnessed the world’s end. As Cain struggles to hide his true identity while wielding his ancient cunning to survive, dark secrets emerge. The entity that brought him to Ethos acts not out of benevolence—every step Prometheus takes in this new world feeds a cosmic design, where his very soul may be the key to unleashing chaos worse than his fratricide. Amid fragile alliances with ambitious sorcerers, battles against beasts that defy reason, and the ghost of Abel haunting his dreams, Cain must confront the question that has tormented him since the Garden of Eden: Can the damned find redemption in a world already born rotten? But Ethos is no refuge. It is a mirror. In its corrupt courts, he sees the greed that once consumed him; in its senseless wars, the echo of his own crime. And when the shadowed entity finally reveals its true face, Cain realizes his escape may have only been the beginning of a deeper condemnation—one where he is not just the prisoner, but the jailer himself. Now, torn between the thirst for redemption and the instinct to survive, Prometheus must decide whether Ethos will be the stage for his rebirth… or the final grave of all hope. For even in a new world, the sins whisper his name—and they have not forgotten.

My existence was simple and ordinary, trapped in the monotony of a routine that seemed to go on forever. Every day, for as long as I can remember, went by in a predictable way, with no surprises or shocks. However, there was something that broke with this apparent normality: at certain moments, without warning, the continuity of time was fractured. It was a strange and disconcerting phenomenon. The whole world froze. People, objects, even the air I breathed were suspended, as if the universe had held its breath. Everything but me. I was the only one capable of moving, of exploring that frozen state. At first, I thought it was a dream, a hallucination or some kind of brain anomaly, but eventually I realised it was real. However, I could not shake the feeling that I was not as alone as it seemed. There was something in that absolute silence, something that made me feel watched, stalked. Was I really the only one who could move in those moments? Or perhaps, there was something - or someone - else who was also walking in the stillness of time.

Julian lives an ordinary life as a college student—until one fateful encounter pulls him into a world he never expected. As he navigates the fine line between survival and ambition, he soon realizes that the choices he makes will determine whether he rises above the chaos or becomes consumed by it.

Alex lived an ordinary life filled with regrets—dreams he never pursued, skills he never mastered, and chances he let slip away. But when tragedy strikes and he dies unexpectedly, he wakes up in the past, Yet, something is undeniably wrong. He isn’t just one child. He is nine. Born as nonuplets, Alex quickly discovers something even more shocking—he is all of them. His consciousness is split across nine bodies, allowing him to control each one independently. Just as he begins to grasp the implications of his bizarre rebirth, a mechanical voice echoes in his mind: [Welcome to the Profession System.] The Profession System grants him a unique advantage—each of his nine bodies can specialize in a different career, and as they gain experience, their skills evolve and unlock hidden potential. Determined to make the most of his second chance, Alex strategically assigns each body to a different profession: Doctor, Lawyer, businessman, scientist, detective, programmer, Athlete, artist, Soldier. As his nine selves dive into their respective professions, their combined knowledge allows them to work together, leveraging their skills to dominate every field. The doctor revolutionizes medicine with the scientist technology. The businessman builds an empire with the lawyer’s legal expertise. The detective uncovers corruption that the soldier eliminates. With nine lives and limitless potential, Alex must decide—will he use his abilities to reshape the world for the better, or will his secret make him a target of those who fear what they cannot control? One thing is certain—this time, he will master everything. ______________________________ join my discord https://discord.gg/DHauZSUn

She was cheated on, betrayed, and trampled on. And when she wanted payback for it, she was named a vicious woman, killed off by her ex-fiancé who cruelly threw her in the ocean. Only after her death did she learn this was a world in the novel. Her ex-fiancé and his lover were the main characters. As for her, she was the villainess. She found it laughable. But she wouldn't be Lilah Campbell if she gave up even after that miserable end. The only reason she lost last time was because of not being wicked enough. This time around, she will be worse, crushing those trashes into smithereens by stomping on them while laughing at them. For that, she needed Noah Black. The mysterious Noah Black operated in the dark. On the surface, he owned a tea room, but underneath that, he solved cases for his customers at a hefty cost furtively. And he was the villain. What could be better than the villain and villainess teaming up to take down the main characters? Will they be able to destroy the main characters? Who was Noah Black?

The Villainess Sidekick’s Gamble In a world where fate has already decided her end, calestia Evernight chooses to play a different role—one that keeps her far away from the chaos of the main story. As the villainess’s sidekick, she only wants a peaceful life, running her businesses and avoiding entanglements with the main characters. But fate is not so kind. The second male lead, a seemingly innocent young man, wins her sympathy—but unknown to her, he is the rightful crown prince, living in hiding. The male lead, whom she helped unite with the heroine, starts looking at her with possessive eyes. And the heroine, who should be the empress, begins to rely on Rose more than anyone else. She tried to stay in the shadows, yet the story twists around her. As old secrets unravel and new dangers arise, Rose must gamble with her fate. Will she escape her tragic ending, or has she already fallen into the male lead’s trap?

[Mommy Villainess (The Lady with the Crab Mallet)] *** [Original book cover. Artwork by Artist Michiro for WN Author sola_cola.] *** In Tilly's past life, she was a villainess who neglected her husband and son for power. Then, the "real woman of the prophecy" came and took them away from her. When she failed to seize the throne for herself, she was executed for all the crimes she committed. Then, came her rebirth. She wants to meet her son again so she vowed to be a good person this time. Good enough to seduce Captain Kiho--- her husband in her past life. But soon, she realized that flirting with the captain is the least of her worry. After all, she discovered that her "evilness" in the past was caused by the true villain--- someone who wanted her dead to steal the special power that she didn't know she possessed. Power that has something to do with the Four Ancient Beasts of the Moonchester Empire: The Red Phoenix, the Blue Dragon, the Golden Tiger, and The Black Serpent. Apparently, she's the Beast Priestess... ... and her lineage isn't supposed to exist anymore. Because of her blood, there are people who want her gone. So now, aside from having a happy life with Kiho and their son, she has a new goal: to burn down the b*tches who want to ruin her family again. *** [EXCERPT] *** [‘Why am I so horny tonight?’] Tilly thought to herself while sucking the crab leg suggestively. And then, she noticed that Captain Kiho gulped while staring at her mouth. [‘Ah, I’m not the only who’s hot and bothered here.’] She didn’t know if it was the alcohol in her system or her desperation to have a child… … but she suddenly felt like flirting with him. They were bound to get married and have a child together anyway. “Captain,” said Tilly as soon as she pulled the crab leg out of her mouth. “I can clearly see that we’re both attracted to each other. Shall we spend the night together?” Kiho remained pokerfaced but she saw panic cross his now glowing yellowish eyes. Ah, the captain was flustered. “My lady, you seem to be really drunk.” She walked towards him and when he didn’t move an inch, she stood in front of him and looked up at him with a grin. “Captain, are you the type of man who will only sleep with his betrothed?” “That seems to be the case, my lady.” He said that as if he was forcing the words out of his mouth. Plus, she could see in his eyes that he was conflicted– that it was hard for him to reject her. [‘Aw, I didn’t know that I have this kind of effect on my ex-husband.’] Or perhaps she just didn’t pay attention in the past. “Captain, I have a solution to your problem,” said Tilly in a playful voice. Then, she stood on her toes and whispered in Kiho’s ear. “Let’s get married.”

The continent of Britonia, which houses humans, elves and dwarves, three kingdoms that established peace and ended the great war, had to face new attacks again from a region they did not know, a new continent they had never explored, making them choose to help the invaders. Or keep the homeland until the end of life. Wein Grimveil, a young man who attends Aetheris Academy, has extraordinary talent, he never leaves the house and just trains all day, making him have strong strength but nothing in front of the mysterious continent, he tries to find peace by sacrificing himself, humanity, wealth and whatever he had to protect his beloved continent and the people he loved once again. Will he succeed?

Rowan, an ordinary twenty-something with a penchant for fantasy novels, is suddenly pulled into the world of his latest read—Between the pages. In this brutal and unforgiving realm, he finds himself as a nameless soldier, doomed to die in the opening battle like countless others. However, instead of succumbing to the violence, Rowan discovers he has been granted a powerful and mysterious ability—the Shardbound System, which allows him to mimic the skills and abilities of those he observes, though only for short periods of time. Thrown into a world of politics, war, and treachery, Rowan must quickly adapt, using his newfound power to survive and navigate the shifting allegiances of the realm. Along the way, he encounters Ardyn, a morally ambiguous mercenary whose motives remain unclear, and the Crimson King, a tyrant whose conquest of the land seems inevitable. With every step, Rowan realizes that his presence in this world is no accident, and that the rules of the story are beginning to unravel. Now, Rowan must decide: can he survive long enough to carve out his own fate in a world where heroes are fickle and villains rule? Or will the story consume him as it does the countless nameless souls before him? One thing is certain—Rowan isn’t just an extra anymore. He’s a player in a story that’s changing by the moment, and his choices might just be the key to altering its course forever.

One day, Grace suddenly transmigrated inside a novel. She couldn't even get everything clear on her head when she got hit by many big blows. To her dismay, she realized she had transmigrated into the role of the villainess, destined for a tragic demise at the hands of the main male lead. She wanted to change her fate. So, after transmigrating, she was determined to do only one thing : Completely avoid the male and female lead. However, soon Grace begins to uncover numerous secrets within the novel's plot. Amidst all of the drama, she meets a mysterious guy. But is he a friend or a foe? Can Grace unravel the mysteries hidden within the novel? Can she live a life that she always wanted? Can she escape from this novel? But at what stakes?

Driven by love and duty, Princess Selina immigrated to Volfenheim to be with her fiancé, but what awaited her there shocked her. Somehow, during the years they were apart, the young king let the were-folk and other supernatural creatures run around rampant in his kingdom. Giving freedom and rights only humans get to enjoy for the last three hundred years. Brought up with prejudices about people who aren't human. This puts a strain on her relationship with Henry, who doesn't agree with nor care about her views. To make matters worse, she caught the attention of a particular 'werewolf' who appears to be hell-bent on swaying her opinion about them.

Death has always been the ultimate inevitable equalizer, an unbridling constant in human existence. Immortality remains an elusive dream, a fantasy relegated to the realm of myth. Yet, fate has a twisted humour of subverting expectations. For Ju Mi-yeon, the boundaries of mortality are blurred, as the threads of her past lives weave together in a manifestation of forbidden memories. A life devoid of joy or sorrow, Ju Miyeon's existence is a startling reminder that some wounds transcends time. Trapped in the echoes of her own forgotten lives, she remains a prisoner of her memories, forever searching for redemption. ___________________________________ Stay tuned to explore more .

Even seemingly quiet lives hold deep, dramatic stories Adelani has always been the kind of woman people overlook-a quiet, conservative church girl, dutiful and measured. But beneath her composed exterior lies a woman shaped by displacement, heartbreak, and a hidden wild streak she dares not name. After years of moving between cities in Nigeria, she has finally settled in Norwich, UK, where she is still finding her footing. Yet, home is a slippery thing when you carry the weight of expectation on your shoulders. When her paths crossed again with Alexander an older, professor from her time in university - her world tilts. He is unlike anyone she expected to love, and their attraction is immediate, undeniable. But love is never simple, especially when ghosts of the past refuse to be buried. A familiar name reappears-Dayo, the Nigerian ex who once shattered her trust. And with it, a triangle of longing, loyalty, and unresolved history begins to take shape. As Adelani navigates love, family, and the cultural pressures of being a Nigerian woman who dares to want something different, she harbors a truth that defies expectation: she does not want children. It is a choice that shocks those around her-a quiet rebellion against tradition, against the life that was supposed to be hers. But the past has its own way of creeping back, and when a secret side of her life comes to light, everything she has carefully built is at risk of unraveling. Bold yet intimate, *No Small Lives* is a deeply personal exploration of identity, love, and the quiet revolutions that shape us. Because even the quietest lives carry storms within them-and no life is ever truly small.

A world filled with lives cultivating the power of Mie, the power of Ruins, the truest essence of heaven and hell to ascend in existence. A reality where sacred, hidden mysteries shape destinies. Lin Jiao, known by the name of the "Demonic Rat," is feared and despised by every living creature. He is the true embodiment of selfishness, shamelessness, and ruthlessness. After committing unspeakable atrocities in order to maintain his sole existence, including the slaughter of millions, he is surrounded by the combined forces of justice, ready to end his reign of terror. Severely wounded, despised, and with no way out, Lin Jiao faces his demise, almost denying his existence in the eternal heavens. Yet, in his final moments, he uses the Starlight Pearl, a Ruin that captures the true meaning of Heaven and Hell, to escape death and regress a thousand years back in time. Back in the body of his younger self, Lin Jiao no longer wants to merely maintain his existence, he wants to become the whole of existence itself. He’ll commit even more wrongs than in his past life. In his past life, his misdeeds had a meaning, a meaning of survival, but this time, he’ll do wrong for the sole purpose of his own ascension through no limits, and the skies will have no choice but to watch him slowly pierce through them with no morals or ethics. This is the tale of a "Demonic Rat," an embodiment of shame in humanity...

Edward Blake never imagined that death would be the least of his worries. When a tragic accident thrusts him into the pages of Obsidian Chronicles, a manhwa he barely remembered reading, he wakes up as Edward Arclight, the disgraced Duke of a crumbling estate in the mighty Aurelis Empire. Once a powerful family that shaped the empire’s history, the Arclights now hold nothing but a hollow title and a barren land plagued by unrest and debt. The world Edward finds himself in is one of magic intertwined with relics of advanced technology. After an apocalypse a thousand years ago shattered civilization, humanity rebuilt from the ashes, blending ancient tech with powerful magic to forge kingdoms and empires. Yet this fragile society now faces a growing threat—the return of the Demon King, a malevolent being sealed away by ancient heroes during the apocalypse but never truly defeated. Edward’s headache intensifies when he realizes the manhwa’s destined protagonist—the hero meant to lead the charge against the Demon King—doesn’t exist in this version of the story. With no chosen savior and no script to follow, Edward is left with one horrifying conclusion: the responsibility to save the world might fall to him. But Edward Arclight is a duke in name only, and his people, bitter and downtrodden, see him as a symbol of failure. With dwindling resources, fractured alliances, and a land teetering on rebellion, Edward must rise from obscurity to rebuild the legacy of his house. Along the way, he discovers hidden truths about the apocalypse, the origins of the Demon King, and the mysterious artifacts of magic and technology that could hold the key to saving—or dooming—the world. Caught in a web of political intrigue, ancient prophecies, and the looming shadow of annihilation, Edward must rally reluctant allies, outwit his enemies, and awaken the power hidden within his family’s forgotten heritage. In a world where magic and technology collide and destiny has been thrown into chaos, the forgotten duke must rewrite his own fate and face the ultimate question: Can a side character defy fate and become a hero?