Rusty Beck

The Mayan ceremonial dagger had an inscription in the ancient language that read: "Offer thy heart". It's obviously an instruction left by the past inhabitants of this forgotten place, but who would be stupid enough to stab himself in the heart with a rusty old knife found inside a tombstone? After activating my battery pack the dagger shimmers brightly in a cyan light, the creatures are coming, I can hear their steps. 'It's do or die.'

I traversed back to 1370, to Lübeck, a city in Germany. Lacking the expertise of a scientist, I could not bring the steam engine or industrialization to life. Instead, I took the scholar's route, establishing the Federal Reserve, just for the fun of it. The Hanseatic League, guilds, clubs, The Three-Body Problem, stock exchanges, futures contracts, stocks, paper currency, Napoleon's artillery tactics... these are the gifts the protagonist offers to the ancients. This novel revolves around the ultimate goal of establishing the Federal Reserve, with the creation of paper currency and credit as the central mission. Each plot is steeped in business warfare and profit-making, filled with numerous case studies of commercial conflict that demand careful thought from the reader. Be forewarned, this book is intellectually stimulating—dare to take the challenge. In The Three-Body Problem(A 2008 novel by the Chinese hard science fiction author Liu Cixin ), the Dark Forest theory suggests that resources are finite, yet the expansion of civilizations knows no bounds. The protagonist also assists his brother in rising from a mere baron to the Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire.

Lin Mu was an orphan living in a country town. Having no knowledge of cultivation, he was a common peasant. This was until he discovered a mysterious ring stuck in a tree. Wearing it, a new world opened up to Lin Mu. The world of cultivation! The ring bestowed Lin Mu with the ability to cultivate while also giving him the ability to manipulate space. Snatching treasures, exploring unknown realms, looting secret grottos, everything was possible with the ring. Witness Lin Mu as he learns his purpose in life, finds his destiny, meets impeccable experts and beings. Watch him as he learns the truth of the cosmos, and becomes its saviour! P.S: Rise of the Worm Sovereign is a prequel to this book. Tags: #weak to strong #Beast taming #Beast companions #Monster Master #World Exploration #NO YOUNG MASTERS #NO HAREM ----- Old Synopsis: Lin Mu was a common boy living in a small town, ostracized by the townsmen because of a mistake he made during the harvest, his house seized to compensate for it. Forced to fend for himself in the outskirts, he finds a rusty ring embedded in the tree where he always used to play as a child. Witness his story as the mysterious rusty ring changes his destiny forever, opening him up to a world he would never have experienced, people he would have never met, and powers he would have never had. Instagram: grand_void_daoist -------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------- Join the discord-https://discord.gg/VfJFxXnbAE

Willkommen in einem virtuellen unterirdischen Spiel ohne Schutz, voll von lauernden Spielern, die nach Überleben, Macht und Reichtum streben. Kieran hat sich ohne zu zögern für dieses VRMMORPG-Spiel entschieden, weil er wusste, dass dies die einzige Möglichkeit ist, dem Tod zu entkommen. Doch kann er dem Tod im echten Leben entkommen oder wird er am Ende im Spiel sterben?

This is a rewrite of my first fanfiction so go easy on me. The story revolves around Ryu and his adventures throughout the multiverse, And the mc will not be collecting girls like Pokemon *Luv Pikachu*. The grammar in the early chapters might be a bit rusty and will get better with time, as I'm new as a writer. So, let's begin ...... The cover does not belong to me. Discord: https://discord.gg/Jhd5vb8y

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.

Lin Mo transmigrated to an eastern fantasy world. He started off with a classic “zero to hero” opening. Because of the [God Devourer] special attribute that he was born with, he used up countless resources, yet his cultivation level wouldn’t rise even one bit. Finally, he was chased out of the clan by the chief. He became responsible for managing the market place meant for newcomers at Initial Heart Village, which is a small town in the countryside. He thought that he would live the rest of his life uneventfully as a businessman. He didn’t expect that he would awaken the [Auction Rebate System] As long as the auction house sells items, Lin Mo would receive rebates several times the value of the item sold. [Ding! The host had auctioned off leftover bits from an elixir cauldron. Rebate give: Ninth Level Ultra Elixir: Heaven Forge Restoration Pill!] [Ding! The host had auctioned off the basic cultivation method: Strength Training Long Fist. Rebate given: Ninth Level Ultra Cultivation Method: Ancient Dragon Mammoth Method!] [Ding! The host had auctioned off a rusty bronze sword. Rebate give: Ninth Rank Ultra Weapon: God Slayer Sword!] [Ding! ...] As such, Lin Mo’s insane path to greatness has begun!

Gears of Eternity: The Anvil of Souls A Steam-Punk Odyssey Where Broken Gears Birth New Gods IN THE YEAR OF COGWORK 237, When the Eternal Forge explodes, unleashing ERROR#47 corruption chains across three realms, blacksmith Aiden Anvil discovers his split iris holds more than 24 personalities—it's a cosmic forge where each fractured soul can reshape reality. THE CLOCKWORK APOCALYPSE BEGINS WHEN: Steam City's Blueflame Court orders mass memory purges through dwarf-crafted "Soul Crystals" The Dwarven Kingdom's star-map traps reveal mathematical plagues devouring constellations God's Klein Bottle Defense starts birthing stillborn galaxies in Vivian's stardust-woven womb TO SURVIVE THE FOURTH INDUSTRIAL APOCALYPSE, AIDEN MUST: Master weapons that bleed memories: Spring's Sakura Bow (each petal steals a lover's whisper) Winter's Ice Caliper (measures time in dying star tremors) Navigate warped battlefields where: Every gear turn in Steam Court overwrites someone's identity Memory Mines convert thoughts into combustible currency Celestial Forges demand sacrificial equations written in bone Choose between: Purifying Vivian's cosmic pregnancy (triggering Geneva Convention's Anti-Messiah Clause) Letting his 13th personality forge the "Perfect Machine Heart" (erasing human flaws... and humanity) WITNESS THE GRAND MECHANISM CRUMBLE WHEN: Ash Elin's ERROR#47 chains rewrite reality's source code (Ch.35 Airship Inferno) Rusty Maggie auctions the last antidote for mathematical plagues (Ch.180 Black Market Requiem) The final showdown at Corrupted Zodiac Forge demands payment in paradoxes (Ch.200 Eternity's Blueprint) THIS IS NOT A STEAM-AGE REBELLION. THIS IS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN GOD'S TOOLBOX FALLS INTO BROKEN HANDS. "A masterwork where Blake's 7th forge meets Gibson's neural lace." — SteamPunk Quarterly

In a world devastated by the E virus, Samantha struggles to keep her little brother alive while humanity is plunged into chaos. Civilization has fallen, leaving behind a desolate landscape, where the ruins of cities are only a reminder of the past. Ghouls, beings infected by the virus, roam the world and stalk the few remaining survivors. Samantha, armed with a rusty machete, faces the harsh reality of a world where survival is a luxury. On her way to despair, she clings to the hope of finding refuge in a fortress to the north, where a rumor tells of a wall that could protect the survivors. However, resources in the village are running low, and hunger grips everyone. When he approaches the village leader's residence, he discovers an even more terrifying reality: the chief, once a trustworthy man, has succumbed to fanaticism and proposes to sacrifice the weakest to save himself. Amidst the tension, Samantha will have to face not only the horrors of an apocalyptic world, but also the inner demons of those who were once her colleagues. With the threat of ghouls always lurking, Samantha must do whatever it takes to save her brother and find a way out before the darkness is all-consuming. But in this new world, who can trust whom, and how far will she be willing to go to save her brother?

**In a world where hunters fight monsters to survive, Vlad is the weakest of all — an F-rank hunter barely scraping by to support his family. Mocked, betrayed, and left for dead in a dungeon, he awakens the** **"Celestial Forge System,"** **a limitless power that lets him turn monsters into war machines and wield their abilities as his own.** **From rusty exosuits to star-forging fortresses, Vlad builds an unstoppable mechanical army. With every battle, he evolves — rising from a forgotten weakling to a Cosmic Machine God who bends reality itself. Yet, beneath his overwhelming strength lies a heart that beats for his family, and a budding love for Elaria, an elf princess destined to become a goddess of light.** **As gates to other worlds tear open and eldritch horrors threaten the universe, Vlad ascends beyond mortal limits. With divine wings of metal and a crown of stars, he faces cosmic annihilation with unwavering pride — not as a hunter, but as the sovereign of steel.** **"I am not a savior. I am creation itself. And I shall forge salvation with my own hands."**

[Congratulations!! You are now a Level 1 Illusionist.] Eric Grey has always been at the bottom of the food chain. As the weakest member of his clan, he’s endured years of ridicule, bullying, and being treated like a nobody. With no special abilities, no powerful guardians, and no clue about his missing parents, Eric’s life has been a constant struggle. The only thing he has to his name is a rusty, seemingly useless locket left behind by his family—a locket he’s never been able to figure out. But everything changes when a near-death experience triggers the locket’s hidden power. Suddenly, Eric is thrust into a world of illusions, tricks, and secrets he never knew existed. The locket awakens his latent ability as an Illusionist, a rare and mysterious class that bends reality itself. However, becoming an Illusionist comes with a catch: the path to mastery is filled with danger, deception, and enemies who will stop at nothing to see him fail. Now, armed with nothing but his wits, a handful of beginner-level illusions, and the cryptic clues hidden within the locket, Eric must navigate a treacherous world of power-hungry clans, ancient secrets, and deadly trials. From the shadows, he’ll rise, using his illusions to outsmart, outmaneuver, and outplay everyone who ever doubted him. But as Eric climbs higher, he begins to uncover the truth about his parents’ disappearance—and the dark forces that have been watching him all along. Will he master the art of illusions and claim his place at the top? Or will he become just another pawn in a game far bigger than he ever imagined? "In a world where power is everything, the greatest trick is surviving long enough to master it."

When creatures thought to be mythical suddenly begin an assault on Earth, the world's nations band together to devise a plan to counter them. Some share information on building powerful weapons, while others provide manpower. Unfortunately, humanity does not stand a chance against an enemy that has been hiding since ancient times. Driven into a corner, humans retreated into Undercity, the last stronghold of the human race. Due to its location in a large underground cavern, Undercity has managed to avoid destruction. Here, civilians can live fairly normal lives, and some have forgotten about the war. A group of scholars devised a method to mimic the abilities of mythical creatures, but learning to use them effectively and safely proved difficult, so they locked away all their research. Theo has only his mother left and is terrified of losing her. Desperate to protect her, he dedicates all his free time to researching the scholars who founded Undercity, hoping to unearth the secrets they left behind. One day, he finds an old rusty dagger hidden in the hollowed-out hollowed-out pages of an encyclopedia printed before the start of the war. This dagger held many secrets, and Theo lost his head while decyphering them. "It's time to go for a midnight walk." "Reap a soul within 4 hours." "Where's your head?"

Our protagonist is a vampiress that has everything, that all would envy. As she matures, Men after men, after men, they all are in constant turmoil with one another for her hand in marriage. Will she be able to pick one? Marry the 'one' the love of her life in a living in a simple life filled with contentment or will she succumb to greed as a Villainess and be the seductress they all love, to have handsome guys in her beck-and-call wrapped around her finger? ************************************************* 3RD PLACE | BRONZE WINNER WPC# 219 | MARY SUE *************************************************

Jiang Chen travels to Blue Star World were Lords of all race fight for supremacy. He obtains the Divine Stone of Creation at the beginning, which can strengthen all things. [Ordinary Hero Order] → [Legendary Hero Order]: Summon the Empress at the beginning. [Ordinary soldier Talisman] → [Legendary soldier Talisman]: A giant dragon is born, one against ten thousand. [Swimming Pool] → [Angel Reincarnation Pool]: Endless angels, stunned me. [Ordinary Sapling] → [World Tree]: Rebuild the royal court, and the elves bow their heads. [Rusty Iron Sword] → [Xuanyuan Sword]: Sword Immortal Li Hanyi can kill ten thousand demons with single sword. Forge the Immortal Divine Realm, defeat the immortals, gods, Buddhas and demons, and set foot on all heavens and worlds. Jiang Chen: Wealth, strength, status, beauty, immortal life... I want them all. follow jiang chen in his path to supremacy. ***Enjoy the novel pls follow for more updates***

Nobody knows where they came from. Their whereabouts have even less in the way of answers and theories. Answers, and Theories. That's all they are. All they want you to know. We all believed the last of the druids went out with the last purge our queen did. Something she does to cleanse the land of magic. In her words, only she could possess it. But the druids didn't go out. Not when the vines swirl around the royal guard, thorns pricking the skin deep enough to bleed. Pirates. Pirates are a threat. The land isn't safe, but neither are the seas. Not with their self appointed queen, Lull. Not with sea monsters at her beck and call. A demigod rising to divinity, her way paved with the blood of thousands. For weeks, the rivers ran red, the valley grass stained copper-crimson. And now, the kindly queen Divina has gone mad. The woods are as dark as her soul. Watch your back.

Alright, Bro, just hear me out. I’ve got something to tell you, and, uh... it’s a lot. You know how I’ve always been the odd one out in the Mustang family? The black sheep in a legendary line of knights and mages? Everyone in our family gets born with these crazy Rare, legendary, or even mythical pillars—proof of their greatness, right? But me? Nope. Voidborn. Nada. Zero. The one Mustang who can’t even light a candle with magic. But I didn’t give up! I mean, sure, people laughed at me. Sure, the family treated me like I was some kind of cosmic mistake. And yeah, maybe the bullies at school called me "magicless Louis." But I kept studying, searching for a way to fix myself. I didn’t care what it took—I was going to prove everyone wrong!. So, there I was, wandering around the Black Market—you know, the totally shady place Aunt Melissa would freak out about—and I found it: a ritual book. The solution. My chance to stop being Voidborn. I did the ritual in my dorm, thinking it would awaken my pillars. And guess what? It worked! ...Kind of. When I woke up, I felt it that power coursing through me like never before. But when I looked in the mirror, I realized something was... off. My hair was long, my voice was higher, and also became breathtakingly beautiful. that's right bro. I BECAME A WOMAN! So, now I’m stuck like this. But hey, at least I’ve got magic, right? Silver linings! I mean, sure, I might never be the ‘man’ my family wanted, but who cares? I’ve got pillars now, and I’m not letting anyone take that away from me. But Bro, I need your help. I don’t know what I should now. I don’t know how to handle all this power—or, y’know, this body. So, please, Bro, help me out. You’re the only one I can trust. ...And if you laugh, I swear I’ll hex your eyebrows off. Got it? ___________________________________ Hallo everyone!, I hope you will like this novel I came up with last night lol edit1: I said that from 2024 lol, now I fully planned the story!. but at the cost, my writing skills were getting rusty. The chapter 1 is old but great, very fitting so i decided to keep it, and the latest chapters are new. I apologize if my writing skills are bad. Right now i am trying to work hard and even become better at it, I will also be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com, https://www.royalroad.com/profile/637450 So yeah, that's it. I hope you all enjoy my story. now then, see ya!

"Lost my powers and memories... that's absurd but becoming blind? Sheer bad luck!" That was what Met́́ha Dael thought at first, till a sharp reversal brings the odds tumbling on him. And all this escalates when his direct rival – the Emperor of the Underworld, goes missing in mysterious circumstances, the exact same day he reincarnates. ——— After been betrayed by his leige, the once powerful seraph god succumbs to depraved poisoning, but a last second act saves his life, subjecting him to the barest possibility; rebirth. He reincarnates into a just murdered body, creating the first need for suspicion. But he ignores that, poising to live that much desired life, but another anomaly disrupts, meddling into the life of a peaceful respawning God. Determined to find ultimate peace, Met́́ha Dael, now Mori, transcends into a dormancy...a state he has sworn not to attain, in his mission to find self fulfilment. The anomaly graduates into a wave of calamities, that stretch to the very ends of the realms. Threatening to destroy the balance Dael had died to ensure. But that can't happen under his watch. Mori navigates into a maze of untruths, dangers even for a rusty god, mystery and age long dark secrets that precedes even his time. Finally, due to his inadequacy, the tumult escalates into a full blown apocalypse, that will eventually engulf all. Mori uses his half scaled divinity, to recover his lost assets and find the mystery villain behind the shadows. Will the fallen god make it back to the top and put things right? Or will he fall prey to unstrange stalkers again? —————————— This is a book open to all subjective criticisms. All errors are free to be pointed out. Whereas if you think the book recommendable, please do well to gift with whatever you have. A reminder…just a budding writer's creation.

In a world where demons farm and humans wage holy wars, one farmer's biggest problem is getting his pregnant wife to stop bringing him lunch. Sadrahan Hamashi's concerns are simple: fixing his rusty hoe and making sure his recently pregnant wife Lamash doesn't work too hard—though she keeps ignoring his protests. For thousands of years, demons like him have peacefully farmed these crimson fields, trading copper rings with human merchants. But now a new kingdom rises, one that makes entire demon villages vanish without a trace. As old allies turn hostile and ancient powers stir beneath his soil-stained hands, Sadrahan will discover why human ancestors chose cooperation over conquest. Sometimes the difference between a farmer and a demon lord is just one bad day—and Sadrahan's having a very bad day.

Blinded by her ever-growing desire to avenge her father’s death as she had promised him and herself, Gwendolyn was forced to make a life-changing decision which was getting married to the crowned Prince of Almor kingdom; one of the most powerful kingdoms in the world. To her, it was the only way to get needed information about the beast that has hunted her for several years. The marriage was built on conditions that were to be strictly followed by both parties involved. Of course, it was never part of her plan to have anything to do with her stuck-up, annoying, proud, hot-headed, cold, heartless, but drop-dead gorgeous husband, Prince Gerald. But what happens when more is expected of them? What happens when untamed feelings and desires spark between them? Will she do the one thing she promised not to ever do? Become subject to a man who sees her as nothing but an inferior creature to be at his beck and call?

Ryan Carter never thought his late-night gaming habit would land him in a life-or-death adventure. When a mysterious update traps him inside the virtual world of Eden’s End, he starts at the very bottom: a powerless 'Player Zero.' With nothing but a rusty sword and his wits, Ryan must fight through hordes of monsters, conquer deadly dungeons, and uncover the secrets hidden within the game. Teaming up with an unlikely group of allies—a rogue archer, a battle-hardened tank, and a mysterious beauty who seems to know more than she lets on—Ryan discovers that becoming a hero isn’t just about leveling up. It’s about courage, friendship, and finding purpose in a digital world where the stakes are higher than ever. Can Ryan rise from zero to hero, save the ones he cares about, and uncover the truth behind the game before it’s too late?

Laiza Danford has lived her entire life at the beck and call of her family, enslaved by the desire of their love attention. Always being compared and living in the shadows of her twin. Detested by all even by the one she hoped will be her escape from her damned fate only for every thing to blow up in her face, pushed to death she promises to come back to destroy.

Mandy, his dull ex wife turns into a beauty. And Harrison isn't indifferent to her change. He never thought he'd regret getting the divorce. And yet, oh how mistaken he had been. There are many suitors he'll have to fend off her. And he has his work cut out for him to get back into her favors. But he shall stop at nothing. He shall even be at her beck and call! Will Mandy and Harrison find their way back to one another or will they find love in other arms? Only time shall tell.

Your brother's best friend is hot headed, extremely attractive, and not to mention off limits.

In this mysterious and ancient continent of Europe, there are endless fantasy and adventure. Andre, a young warrior with extraordinary courage and powerful strength, is embarking on a legendary journey of his own. The new city of Vienna, where Andre lives, is a prosperous and mysterious city. In the corners of this city, there are all kinds of mysterious powers and creatures hidden. Andre is full of curiosity about these mysterious things, and he is eager to explore the unknown and unlock the secrets of the world. One day, Andre met Evelyn, a mysterious and beautiful woman, by chance. Evelyn has powerful magical powers. She told Andre that in the depths of the continent, there is a mysterious pet world, where there are countless powerful and magical pets, waiting for the destined people to discover and cultivate. Andre was deeply attracted by this news, and he decided to embark on a journey to find the pet world. He crossed the dense forests, climbed over the steep mountains, and finally came to the legendary pet world-the Normandy wilderness. In the Normandy wilderness, Andre encountered various challenges and dangers. He fought ferocious beasts, solved ancient puzzles, and made many like-minded friends, such as the bard Ex, the druid Beck, etc. In the process, Andre gradually discovered the secrets of himself. He has a special ability to establish a deep connection with pets and stimulate their potential. He knows that this ability will be the key to his survival and development in the pet world. As the plot develops, Andre came to the holy city of Athens, which is the cultural center of Europe and the gathering place of many powerful pet masters. Andre participated in a grand pet competition here. With his courage and strength, he won the championship of the competition and became the focus of everyone's attention. However, Andre's journey did not end there. He learned that there was a mysterious island on the edge of the continent, where a mysterious power was hidden that could change people's destiny. Andre decided to go to this mysterious island to explore the secrets. On the mysterious island, Andre encountered many unexpected challenges and dangers. He fought fiercely with the evil forces and also discovered the mystery of his life. It turns out that Andre is a descendant of an ancient family, and he is on a mission to save the world. After countless adventures and challenges, Andre finally found the source of the mysterious power and successfully solved the puzzle. His courage and wisdom were recognized by everyone, and he became a legendary hero in the European pet world. Andre's story is full of fantasy and adventurous spirit. His courage and persistence will inspire readers to bravely face the challenges in life and pursue their dreams. If you like European-style fantasy novels, then "Andre's Pet Shop Adventure" is definitely a good book you can't miss.

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Once an heiress with everyone at her beck and call, Valerie lost everything after a single revelation. Six years later, Valerie is back to marry the 'poor' man her five years old daughter, Ruby has chosen to be her daddy. In the process, Valerie seeks to reclaim all that belongs to her and also to exact revenge on her enemies. What Valerie didn't see coming was that she would unlock a pandora box of secrets that would throw her and her daughter's life into more chaos. Greg Sinclair, the highly sought-after young billionaire, pretended to be a poor construction worker in order to become a part of Valerie and Ruby's lives. When he finally wins their trust, will he be able to hold his ground or will he be kicked out by both mother and daughter when his identity is revealed?

Follow Samuel into the world of cultivation as the new god of dual cultivation. Samuel might not be perfect as a god but he definitely qualifies as a god of dual cultivation. He will create his sect full of nothing but beauties who are at his beck and call at any moment. The picture is not mine so if the owner wants me to take it down please tell me and I'll take it down.

[Enter Loogam or you will die.] “Huh?” For the 15-year-old Mika Elbar it was a day like any other. He casually spent his time strolling around the village. Mika was neither ambitious nor did he have a dream. Unlike the others in his age, he wasn’t really interested in adventures or subjugating monsters and demons to become a hero. It was enough for him to live his life peacefully with his family in the village. However, things didn’t go as planned. A voice in his head suddenly threatened him to enter the world’s most renowned magic academy, Loogam. The academy was known for producing the best mages, knights, adventures and even heroes. It goes without saying that whoever graduates from that academy will be swimming in fame and wealth. Thus, reluctantly, Mika decided to try to enter Loogam with no hopes of getting accepted. After all, his magic was below average and he didn’t even possess one of the world’s 66 mythic relics. Instead, he only had the guidance of a strange voice in his head and a rusty sword on his hip. But will that be enough to survive in the magic academy Loogam? In the world of Lorw, where dangerous and powerful monsters constantly threat the peace? --------------------------------------------------------- Cover by Gakusei Muto (Instagram: @gakusei.muto)

In the ancient world of martial arts, the prestigious Silver Dragon Clan reigns supreme. Among its members is a young boy named Lin Feng, a former prodigy and heir to the clan's leadership. However, after a series of unfortunate events and betrayals, Lin Feng is framed for a crime he didn't commit, stripped of his title, and exiled from the clan. With his reputation tarnished and his skills rusty, Lin Feng embarks on a perilous journey to clear his name, reclaim his rightful place, and exact revenge on those who wronged him. Along the way, he discovers hidden strengths, forges unexpected alliances, and uncovers dark secrets within the Silver Dragon Clan. As Lin Feng navigates treacherous landscapes, battles formidable foes, and masters ancient martial arts techniques, he transforms from a fallen phoenix to a rising dragon. With each step, he inches closer to his ultimate goal: a showdown with the clan's ruthless leader, who will stop at nothing to maintain power.

Sorry im a bit busy, will pick up around november and December. Ye Er first saw that female zerg in an advertisement. He was cheap, and significantly damaged, with only a pair of golden eyes that remained beautiful. Later, when he saw him again, he was in the female slave exchange live broadcast, where he was trampled, his spine crushed, shamelessly humiliated, his eyes silently enduring the pain and embarrassment. Yet, he shed not even a single teardrop. Later on, Ye Er picked up that dying female zerg back home. Nursing the female zerg back to health was like repairing an old, rusty machine. He was severely mutilated, had lost his bone wings, was blinded in one eye, and had his legs broken, unable to walk. Broken and tattered, completely lacking in value, silent yet sharp. Ye Er cared for him like a stray dog he had picked up, changing bandages, feeding, caressing his head to appease, turning on the lights at night to drive away spasms and nightmares… striving to be a qualified keeper. However, after continuous nursing, the female zerg who unknowingly grew powerful and returned to the peak of power, surrounded him with his newly grown bone wings, gently and cautiously with matchless devotion. Five years after the war ended, the empire and the military welcomed back their "sacrificed" general, leading to a strong reshuffle, resulting in the dismissal of numerous noble military officers. On the surface, the scene was of foul wind and blood rain, with fear and trepidation. While the media was subtly pointing fingers at the arrogant and cold-blooded tyrant, the tyrant was wearing a soft pink warm apron, skillfully baking matcha cookies with a gentle expression as he called Ye Er to wash his hands before eating. No one could have imagined that during the day, the general, who was violent and unparalleled, skillfully tearing mechas apart on the military training ground— Would obediently open up his heart completely with his own hands, trembling all over, his eyes red and moist from being bullied, hoarsely voicing his forbearing affection. "Only you can do anything to me." Beautiful Gong X Strong Shou Gentle and powerful, beautiful Gong X Fallen Iron-blooded General Shou AUTHOR'S NOTES: First time translating , chapters update irregularly at least once 2 weeks Translator with EXAMS, MAY LOSE COMPUTER, will upload compensation if either happens. Please be patient for updates, and comment typos in comment section, thank you. ZERG SOCIETY: Zergs are split into male female and sub-female. Male: rare, weak but can soothe mental riots of females Females: common, strong, like 60% of zergs are female Sub-females: common, not as strong as females, the other 39% of zergs are sub-female Males are extremely precious and addressed as Sir/ Your excellency etc. Mental power exists in male and female zergs. Classified by ranks ranging from S ranks (S, SS, SSS) to E or F rank. With F ranks being the weakest and least useful, this also applies to male zergs, however, males are rarer and will still be treated better than female zergs. All male, female, and sub-female zergs look like men and will have he/him pronouns. SHE/HER PRONOUNS ARE TYPOS, PLEASE REPORT, THANKS RAWS: 捡到落魄雌虫上将后