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In the near future, climate collapse and ancient magnetic disruptions have fractured Earth’s natural balance, awakening long-dormant energies sealed by forgotten African gods. Deep beneath the rocky plains of Spain’s Extremadura region—where old Roman ruins whisper secrets—an ancient gate has reactivated. But it’s not from this world. A secretive society known as The Obsidian Custodians is on the move. They carry knowledge passed down through a fusion of African myths, Chinese elemental science, and Roman ritual—a knowledge that once held the balance between worlds. The gate is opening again. And something is coming through. Our protagonists—Ayinla, a Nigerian-Chinese code-smith with fragmented visions, and Mirella, an Italian-Igbo linguist running from her past—are drawn to the gate for reasons neither understands. Alongside them are war survivors, scholars, and warriors from different tribes and nations, each with stakes in this awakening. But Ayinla and Mirella are not ordinary. Each carries a piece of a myth long erased—one that could determine whether this world is reborn or consumed.

Xenia Alderidge was supposed to give the best speech of her life on graduation day. Instead, she gave orders—while zombies tore through the crowd. Now the world has ended. The city of Argenta has fallen. And somehow, Xenia has become the leader of a small group of survivors: a katana-wielding gym rat, a serious ex-soldier, and a crying baby with no diapers. There’s no signal, no safety, and no time to fall apart. But Xenia has something no one else does—a color-coded survival binder, a sharp mind, and a plan for everything. The zombies? They’re changing. Some are fast. Some can mimic voices. Some melt your skin with a single touch. Every region brings a new nightmare. To survive, Xenia must build a base, fight off bandits, and protect the people who now rely on her. Even when her own heart feels like it’s breaking. Even when she’s scared out of her mind. She wasn’t trained for war. She was trained for school. But the girl who always overachieved… is about to do it again. This time, she’s fighting monsters, betrayal, and her own grief... with nothing but guts, brains, and a planner full of hope.

In the shadows of a dying republic, war has become a business—and betrayal, its sharpest weapon. Lieutenant Andrew Rowley leads a Black Hounds special operations unit under the private military giant, Valhalla Limited. Tasked with a covert strike against rebel leader Enrique Gomez, their mission in the war-torn Cornalian region unravels when political arrogance and fractured alliances let the target slip through their fingers. But failure is only the beginning. As tensions escalate and bioengineered horrors emerge from the jungle, Andrew and his squad are thrust into a deadly game—one where survival depends not just on bullets, but on who they can trust. Between hostile terrain, incompetent allies, and a rebellion that’s hiding more than ideology, the Black Hounds must fight not just to complete their mission… but to make it out alive. Bio-Mech Warrior is a gritty military sci-fi saga that explores the blurred lines between war and politics, loyalty and profit, man and monster.

‎In the heart of the human realm lies the greatest mortal ruler the realm has ever known, Ritlo Saxon. He believes it is his destiny to conquer the entire human realm and convert them to his religion. ‎ ‎Spoiled by an unswerving quest for immortality and power, a tyrant emperor sought The Nexus, the voice that carries the Sacred Ode of Immortality that would be his silver lining to ascend the Flame Throne of the Xertos realm and be reborn a god. First, the tyrant emperor must conquer all Eastern Kingdoms as it was prophesied, convert all their mystics, people and above all find the Nexus for his purpose before Ritlo Saxon would come to bring the Eastern kingdoms and Northern empire to their knees with his unimaginably large fleets of invisible armies to fulfil his destiny. ‎ ‎With Ritlo Saxon holding Western lands and Southern lands, and Arle Craig holding the Northern empire and sniffing the world most mystic region, the Eastern Kingdoms to achieve his ultimate quest for immorality and god feat, a war that would bring the human realm to dust is imminent with awakenings of armies of the underworld, unseen spirit beings, evil goddess, fearsome beasts, dark meddling elves and terrifying witches. ‎ ‎One task lies waiting to forestall the war. The purest of hearts, called "The Nexus", "The voice that carries the Sacred Ode of Immortality", must avoid captivity as he journeys through the fourteen deadly seas into the fortress of invisible beings to the Altar of Ashere and be reborn a god. ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎Rated 18+ ‎

Jahr 2056, in einer Stadt in der Region Yuan Jiang Su Jin. Auf dem Dach eines zerstörten, zertrümmerten sechsstöckigen Wohnhauses sitzt ein Teenager, der eine Kampfweste, eine militaristische Hose und legierte Kampfstiefel trägt. Auf dem Rücken trägt er einen sechseckigen Schild und ist mit einem Blutschatten-Kampfmesser ausgerüstet. Er sitzt schweigend am Rande des Daches. Zu dieser Zeit leuchtete der Himmel und ein erfrischender Wind wehte ihm entgegen. Doch in der zerstörten, verlassenen Stadt herrschte nur Stille, mit einem gelegentlichen Heulen, das das Herz höher schlagen ließ.

In the deepest region of the Abyss, where morality does not exist, a demon is born. His name is Veal a newborn with twin shimmering tails, blue flesh, and a will unlike any other. From the moment he cracks from his egg, the world becomes his enemy. Siblings become prey. Veal is not just another spawn. He is a rare breed a Lustborn, cursed with ancient instincts and a hunger for more than flesh. As universes run red with blood and the abyss churns with chaos, Veal climbs the brutal path of evolution. Every battle refines him. Every hole awakens something darker. … lustful, cautious, ruthless mc. world travel. ntr/fucking other people women. keeping the bloodline pure. fuck anything that walks. ugly/pretty, fat/skinny, humanoids or not. from the lowest mindless demon of the abyss to the noblest of gods and divine beasts. Anything can and will get impale. disgusting stuff. (note: this is full story except for certain smut scenes that’s against web novel guidelines those will be posted elsewhere.) = (Patreon.com/DAOLORD_LUST) for extra chapters and side stories

Immerse yourself in a novel chronicling the meteoric rise of a future sports legend. Follow Amani Hamadi as he embarks on a relentless quest to ascend to the pinnacle of the football world, aiming to be recognized as the Greatest Of All Time (G.O.A.T). Set in an era where boundless opportunity meets groundbreaking innovation, Amani gains access to a transformative system that propels his innate talent to unimaginable heights. Born into obscurity in one of the world's most impoverished and remote regions, he transforms adversity into ambition. Witness his epic journey as he defies the odds, challenges fate, and rewrites his destiny to become the most extraordinary sportsman the world has ever seen.

In 2030, humanity faced its first true collapse…not by war, but by the sudden invasion of Nightcrawlers, creatures emerging from darkness itself with the desire to devour sunlight at all cost for their evolution. But, they could not absorb it directly since it was as deadly to them as to a shadow under the noonday sun. They could only absorb the sunlight from lifeforms or through signing a nocturnal contract to possess their bodies, providing them with direct sunlight immunity. Within twelve hours, over four billion people perished as Earth was split between eternal night and day. Just as extinction loomed, Holy Light Pillars descended from the heavens, purging one thousand cities from Nightcrawlers and offering humanity sanctuary under their divine light. A century later, in the Heliodor Region, an innocent child found his world turned upside down after two mysterious nightcrawlers invaded his home, slaughtered his parents, and ripped his eyes out of their sockets, leaving him permanently connected to the Shadow Dimension, the home ground of Nightcrawlers. Was it just a random feeding session for them, a planned assassination, or it goes deeper than this? Follow Levi’s journey as he weaves between darkness and light, chasing the truth hidden in both. Discord: https://discord.gg/KSNWWshhfm

Follow August Finn in his journey and survival through the world of Centuury, along with his friends Angeline Ross, Erik Rubbard, Bren Anglewood, and Betty Snow and the many companions who they will meet along the way. As the drums and echoes of war ravages the continent of Arkanus, sparing only the once Capital Region that had now turned desolate due to a tragic past. But in its desolation, sprung the seeds of an evergreen forest, the Lonelywood forest, it is one of the many great forest that encircles and shields the Great Cauldron of Arkanus from the influence of the outside world. ---

In a single moment, he had lost everything he possessed. His father had disowned him; he had lost his title as prince, and the nobles he had considered his friends had turned their backs on him. Finally, he had been exiled. And it was all because of the "Otherworldly Shopping System." Still, no one, including Luke, could understand the value of this ability. As hope faded from his heart, it reappeared in the farthest northern region of the Empire, in a freezing cold area. 10,000 litres of water to irrigate the land? Well, you can get it for just three gold pieces. Perhaps he should establish a new farm? 100 high-quality cows for just 200 gold. Perhaps he wishes to establish a clothing workshop? Building a ready-made structure would only cost 500 gold. This is his opportunity, the opportunity of Luke, the Light of the Empire. An abandonment worth a world.

A mysterious attack of supernatural entities has brought terror in Manila. But it doesn't stop there---other regions across the Philippines soon report the sudden appearance of strange portals. These gateways have become the path for monstrous creatures bent on spreading chaos and destruction throughout the human world. The Philippine Defense Force (PDF), in collaboration with Shamans, swiftly forms a specialized unit known as Stealth. This elite group is tasked with tracking and eliminating the entities that have crossed into our realm. Among them is Irosin, an eighteen-year-old shaman who stands out---but not for his skills. Unlike the seasoned Shaman with their awe-inspiring powers, Irosin’s abilities are unimpressive, and his lack of enthusiasm is all too apparent. He didn’t join Stealth to protect others or seek glory. For him, it’s about survival. With few other options and a dire need to support himself, he sees the government’s generous salary for shamans as his only way forward. Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/548045598157039/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT

Six young people with mystical disorders from various regions come to the capital to attend college. They live together in a boarding house owned by one of them. When they encounter a ghost who has traveled back in time during their campus camping trip, they discover what fate awaits them and what will happen to the world in the next two years. Can they save the world's future? Source : indonesian mysteries 100% fiction

# Synopsis In the vast supernatural kingdom of Aurelia, where ancient bloodlines carry mystical powers through generations, a young boy embarks on an extraordinary journey of discovery and growth. Aurelia is a realm where power flows through "Veins of Origin"—mystical energies inherited through the soul, often tied to elemental or metaphysical forces that define one's destiny. Noble families, blessed with these ancient bloodlines, serve as guardians of regions, sacred relics, and mysterious gates to the unknown. Follow our protagonist as he navigates this magical world, where lineage determines strength and ancient powers awaken within those worthy of their inheritance. In a kingdom where bloodlines shape destiny and noble houses guard secrets that could shake the very foundations of reality, one young boy must discover his own path to power. *Author's Note: This is my first book, born from ideas that sparked in my imagination. I can't guarantee anything except that this story was crafted with passion and dedication. Like my other ongoing work, this tale comes from the heart.* • I will be posting this on Royal road app •Proof for the staff btw https://www.royalroad.com/profile/772033/fictions

After the Kingdom of Runalond united the world 500 years ago, its signature Rune Art became a part of citizens’ everyday lives. No matter one's identity or status, all children at the age of 16 are granted the right to study at a Rune Art Academy in order to secure a place in society. However, one region is an exception. Lostburg, inhabited by outcasts, scoundrels, and rejects, is a large town completely abandoned by any form of law and support from the kingdom. Though poor and uneducated, it remains a relatively comfortable place to live... if you know how. Nathan Modernson, a young boy born and raised in Lostburg, has never met his mother and lives a humble life alongside his rogue father. With his wits of speech and mindfulness of the environment, he believes nobody knew how to live freely and happily in Lostburg more than him. Just when Nathan thinks this is as far as his life goes, one ordinary day, his father suddenly asks him a simple yet peculiar question. Nathan’s seemingly careless response, changed him, and possibly the entire world, forever.

"This world is divided into eight regions, split by elements and power, bound together by ambition and destruction. Upon the ruins of a city that never sleeps, beneath a sky cracked by time, I stand... not as a hero, nor as a spectator. I’m just someone thrown into a storm of fate far greater than myself." "All of this conflict—battles, betrayal, downfall—I will face. But among all the chaos out there, there's only one thing I've been searching for... not victory, not salvation. I only want one thing." "A peaceful soul." Soulpeace.

Telmaris. A nation where strong hunter's guilds set their quarters due to its livelihood and abundance of dungeons. But amongst all of them, a certain guild, with no affiliated nations, is rumoured to be the strongest yet craziest of them all. They are called…Grim Fate. Zephyr Gersche, is one of the hunters currently residing in Telmaris as of recently, though his powers and features are as human as it gets. With the threat of monsters growing each day, participating guilds within Telmaris and other regions have called for a gathering. Zephyr, of course, was out of place and was called out for the reason of his invitation…but something's off with him. Who really is this human before the eyes of the intimidating guilds?

Shaun Thunderhawk, an enthusiastic 12-year-old peasant boy with an ambition of becoming the World's Strongest Magus, enrolls in the prestigious Silver Heaven Academy, a renowned institution for aspiring mages, alongside his lifelong friend, Natasha Ikazuchi. Under the guidance of his new teachers and surrounded by loyal friends and fierce rivals, Shaun embarks on an exciting journey through the magical realm of academia. However, everything changes when he encounters a mysterious girl named Timia, who claims to be the Princess of the Pearl Region. She implores Shaun to assist her in locating her missing sister, Spacia, and to track down the elusive Nine Elemental Gods, all in a desperate bid to thwart the resurrection of the Evil God Asmodein and looming threat of Ragnarok. Will Shaun and Timia manage to avert the impending doom brought by Asmodein, or will darkness engulf the world forever?

The Huaxia Continent is a land of great abundance, inhabited primarily by the Han people. Three hundred years ago, the continent was unified under a single dynasty. However, due to later oppressive taxation and exploitation, that dynasty eventually collapsed, plunging the land into an era of warlords and divided power. In this chaotic environment, the status of martial arts experts rose to unprecedented heights. The major sects and noble families that trained these martial artists became powerful local forces, each dominating their own region. The product of the alliance of these powerful factions the Martial Alliance became the largest organization in the martial world. In the eyes of the people, the leader of the Martial Alliance held even greater prestige than the rulers of the divided territories. Wuxia, Adult, Harem, Mature, Dark, Drama, Incest, NTR, Netorare, NTL, Netori, Romance, Threesome, Orgy, R18, Smut, Action, Adventure

Novus Elysium is the region in which all factions that broke away from earth reside. Spectacular bodies inhabit this space and hold in its being: The Federation Of Autonomous Colonies, The Republic Of Alexandria, The Concordia Of Magnus Voluntas, The Common Wealth Of Fortis Animus, The Imperium Of Ignis Stella, and The Colonies of Earth all under one banner called: The Galactic Union Of Planets. A millennium has passed since the great expansion when humans set out to make their names amongst the stars. Some do so peacefully, and others broke the shackles of Earth's influence. with extreme violence that costs millions of lives. One of those wars continues. The 900-year-old blood feud between the G.U.P and the R.O.C still rages on, but in the shadows. Dwight Harper, a mercenary who is from Earth is shoved into this conflict after being given an ultimatum. Far away in the F.A.C, Athena, a young woman, is being trained under the leader of the pirate faction named Mathias, and that leader is her grandfather. Duncan Archer has moved to the capital planet of the F.A.C, Capus-7. He came to this planet hoping to start over after his parents kicked him out, with nothing but his clothes, and his mustang. He finds a job as a delivery boy, and things are looking up until they weren't. In 1000 years of light, follow these three characters as they contend with ensnarement, loss, and hatred.

In the Ryukyu Islands, people are prohibited from leaving the country. It's a place secluded from the rest of the world. However, Nagishima found himself in a government program due to the massive debt of his family. He undergoes training and is sent to an unfamiliar country named Atarashī Kōya, where he discovers its inhabitants are all of a peculiar race called Seihin. He is then tasked with fighting the rebels, mapping the region and documenting its people and resources.

Maya, an omega, has been a victim of bullying since she turned sixteen and was found out to be without the wolf gene or trait. Her chief tormentors were the three sons of the Lycan King who ruled over the entire werewolf regions, taking into captive colonies that defied his order. After being set up by a jealous classmate, Maya is beaten and left for dead at the borders of their pack by the king’s three sons, who told the pack that she had been captured by some rogues. Maya is saved by a witch who adopted and drilled her on the ways of the ancient magic and sorcery, whilst encouraging and preparing her for a huge revenge plan which threatens to upset the balance of the world and unleash the great threads of darkness seven years later when she returns to her previous pack to perpetrate justice on her tormentors. She comes at a crossroads, however, when she discovers her true heritage and that her mate was the biggest bully there ever was, Adam Brekans, eldest son of the lycan king. What happens now? Would Maya continue on her quest for revenge? Or would she submit to the threads of love so that peace could reign?

[female lead the family's favorite, both male and female teasing one another, with all sorts of spoiling] The big boss of the 25th century, Lu Jinqi accidentally blew herself up and was reborn into the 21st century in the body of a poor little thing with the same name as her. The Song family of Rong City: Remember, you are an adopted child, so you can forget about everything. Lu Jinqi went. "Heh, look who's talking." Everyone in the circle prepared to watch the Song family's annual family drama, but in the end, the poor little thing, who was seen as an "ill omen", tore through everything with explosive power, and slapped everyone on the face. "Ouch." They exclaimed. He was a cold and noble person of power, and was the captain of a mysterious special task force, controlling the economy of the Asian region, yet he was willing to submit to her. The first time Lu Jinqi met Si Jingyun, she accidentally fell into his arms. Si Jingyun said. "Girl, taking advantage, eh?" The second time they met, she accidentally pushed him down. Si Jingyun said. "Girl, you're throwing yourself to me, eh?" The third time they met, she accidentally touched his hand. Si Jingyun said. "Girl, how does that feel?" Lu Jinqi only had this to reply. "I have something that I'm not sure if I should say or not."

“Some names are erased by time. Others are buried by the sea.” Fifteen years ago, legendary explorer Naila Reven disappeared into the forbidden waters of the Abyssal Ring — a region so cursed, even the sea avoids it. Her son, Kai Reven, now sails with only a half-torn map and the memory of a mother who never came back. When he accidentally awakens an ancient celestial spirit — the Starfin Seraph — Kai is pulled into the world of Tidebound, rare warriors who form sacred bonds with ocean spirits. But power comes at a cost. Empires fear the return of these bonded. The secretive Abyssal Court hunts them. And the sea itself begins to whisper Kai’s name like a prophecy no one wanted to remember. With no flag, no kingdom, and no one to trust, Kai forms a ghost crew of outcasts: A blind tactician who sees beyond vision, A forge-blooded engineer born of flame, A silver-haired girl who sings with wind but bleeds memory... Together, they’ll defy the tides. Together, they’ll uncover what the world tried to forget. “In a world where spirits sleep beneath waves, one forgotten name will rise like a storm.” Genre: Epic Fantasy | Spirit Adventure | Found Family | Ocean Mystery | Power Awakening Ideal for readers of: One Piece, The Stormlight Archive, and Pirates of the Caribbean Tone: Emotional. Mythical. Cinematic.

The new book "I'm Really the Clan Leader" has been released. Please give your recommendations to the new book! I am the introduction divider...... There is no real cruelty or tyranny between races, all that exists is the survival and proliferation of a tribe. An unfamiliar soul, holding a treasure of a heaven and earth, descends onto these desolate wilds, becoming the leader of a small tribe, leading the tribe to dominate a region, from being weak to becoming strong, begins a long journey of conquest.

Zirion was the only Moon God in Skyland and had been given an important task by Amethyst, the Moon Goddess, to watch over a region where none of the inhabitants worship them. It wasn't the region or its inhabitants that he must watch over, but only one person: Xavia, the omega girl who was slowly stealing Zirion's sanity. One prohibition that Amethyst had failed to mention was that he must not cross the boundary before the time was right. Zirion broke the rule. He descended to Earth, freed Xavia from her enslavement, and slept with her—forcing him to accept an endless punishment. *** Zirion was a cold man, never interested in anyone, especially since he was a god. However, being close to Xavia caused strange vibrations that he couldn't contain. "I have nothing to repay you with, sir. I have no wolf to give you as a token of my gratitude. I only have my body. But...” Xavia’s words were cut off by tears streaming down her face. Zirion couldn’t bear to watch, so he turned away. “But is it okay if you’re not the first to enjoy it? You know, I was sold as a whore—” Zirion didn’t let Xavia finish her sentence but immediately pulled the girl into his embrace and kissed her lips. He was captivated, enchanted, intoxicated by Xavia’s charm, forgetting that he was A Divine. There should be no attraction to a servant, especially one as lowly as Xavia. However, the hormonal temptation was beyond his control. Zirion was indeed a god, world ruler, but he was also a man. So he took what Xavia offered, indulging in the pleasure he shouldn’t have enjoyed so freely. He was truly at the peak of heaven when he reached the pinnacle of pleasure, climaxing with Xavia, who then said it was the first time she had ever felt an orgasm. It was truly beyond heaven. Heaven itself. He craved more, always doing it without restraint. He didn’t want to stop. He never would, no matter what happened.

The urban legends that strike fear into the hearts of children, The notorious criminals that linger in the minds for far too long, Real phobias causing humanoid distortions, Natural disasters as living beings, Wild animals and strange things, Damned fairytales and fantasies... It was all well and good in the 21st century until suddenly, mankind's fears started to materialize into misty physical entities called Spectres. Despite the latest technology they could have had at the moment, imagine the seven bilion humans having their one or more fears materialize... At the same time. It plunged the whole world into chaos When humanity was almost at its end, seven Royals who bore abilities descended and begun pushing back the Spectres through relentless fighting. They are but humans, and there was only so much they could do. The last of humanity were divided into seven regions/Empires where each Royal would protect and rule over them. For eight centuries the same hierarchy and ranking system were used, until this generation came along An Emperor who wants complete dominance over the whole seven regions, another who plans for democracy, Those who wish for the humans to protect themselves and the ones who just want to live their own lives. These are the current generation Emperors, and all commoners would rather their independence than be ruled by them. Along with his stupid Vassals and annoying Agents, Javier suppresses the Shadowfall Invasion threatening to break through the frontlines all the while fighting against wandering Spectres in the city. MC goes on an adventure so don't miss the other characters too much (⁠ ⁠ꈍ⁠ᴗ⁠ꈍ⁠). He will be back... stronger A journey through Javier's self discovery, as he hunts unfortunate Royals on his death list, and figures out world mysteries, was all fun but no fun... until the second apocalypse came MC doesn't give a fuck if they're not his Vassal or Agent. MC is a sadistic mf, can be cool, stupid or immature at times.

In an era where humanity transcended its limits, the world flourished under the reign of advanced AI, biomechanical augmentation, and genetic engineering. Cities thrived on synthetic energy. Flesh and machine fused. War became obsolete—until the day it wasn’t. Without warning, a global conflict ignited. Not over power. Not over resources. But for reasons no one understood. Kael, a former military engineer, survives the fallout, armed only with an experimental exosuit and a self-adaptive evolution system never meant to be activated. His mission begins in the deadliest region of the collapsed world : The EndZone. As rogue biotech monstrosities roam the ruins and corrupted AI factions wage endless proxy battles, Kael must navigate a shattered Earth in search of the truth. Why did the war begin? Who triggered it? And more importantly… who survived it?

Moriah, a partially blind wood elf, navigates the world through her magical abilities and the guidance of her bear companion, Merlock—a humanoid shape-shifter who favors his bear form. They reside in a tranquil village within the vast woods of Ziwae, where they defend against raiders threatening to plunder their home. When the raiders steal a sacred amulet from her people, Moriah faces a critical decision: remain in the safety of the forest or venture beyond its borders to retrieve the precious artifact. Driven by duty and determination, she chooses to pursue the raiders, trusting Merlock to accompany her on this perilous journey. As Moriah and Merlock track the raiders, they encounter Gerlig, a dwarven tradesman familiar with the realm’s dangers. He agrees to join their quest, offering his knowledge of the region’s treacherous paths. The trio follows the trail to a small town where they meet Soriay, a mysterious winged fairy who insists on aiding them despite harboring a secret past.

Set in India during a tumultuous period of conflict between the Assembly of Royals and the popular parliament, Vikram, a young prince from the southern region, finds himself abandoned by his own family. Determined to protect the pillars of his state, he embarks on a perilous journey to amass power swiftly, as the formidable Western army of millions approaches the borders. With time running out, Vikram must navigate a web of intrigue and deception, cultivating his strength while remaining under the radar of the dominant forces that threaten to undermine his rise. As he confronts both external enemies and internal betrayal, Vikram's journey becomes one of resilience, strategy, and the quest for identity in a land divided.

As everyone knows, there is a power in the southern region that absolutely cannot be provoked—the Grass Hall. The eldest disciple is the Sword Saint of the southern region, with a godly understanding of swords. The second disciple is the Eternal Empress, who ruled an era. The third disciple is a great scholar of the current generation, the reincarnation of the immortal of literature. The fourth disciple is the reincarnation of a demon god, suppressing the Nine Hells. Lu Changsheng: Me? I'm nothing special, just their master.