Tangled Up In You Christina Lauren

Li Heng, who almost died suddenly due to continuous overtime work, was bound to the proficiency system. Ding, running proficiency +1 Ding, driving proficiency +1 Ding, programming proficiency +1 ......... All skills can be upgraded as long as you are willing to work hard. In the end he became a god hidden in the world Explore the infinite possibilities of life and get a glimpse of the future after endless years. ........

Hang out with Senior Sister, commit sins twice a day. Book transmigration female lead VS reborn antagonist male lead 1v1 pure love * After the antagonist Demon Lord Yuezheng Yan reborn, he planned to follow the trajectory of his past life, to bloodily cleanse the hypocritical Master at Cloud Nine Peak and exterminate his malevolent original family. But on the first day of joining the sect, he was hoodwinked by a Senior Sister he had not met in his previous life and ended up at Xiaoyao Peak. The Senior Sister said, “Join Xiaoyao, and I'll have your back, Junior Brother. All you need to do is be happy.” Yuezheng Yan nodded and believed her... evil intentions! 3 two-hour periods after joining Xiaoyao, he was buried alive by Lu Xingyan's alchemical explosion that destroyed his Immortal's Cave. 4 two-hour periods after joining Xiaoyao, he was turned into a snowman and had his hair scorched by Lu Xingyan. 12 two-hour periods after joining Xiaoyao, he was brainwashed by Lu Xingyan and even did odd jobs for her. Whenever he protested, Lu Xingyan would look at him gently, “Senior Sister is doing this for your own good.” Yuezheng Yan scoffed at this. Nice try, Lu Xingyan. Do you think I can't hear your mind? Your mouth says you love me, but your heart and that Old Sixth System scheme every day to stab me to death. You escape first when the auction house explodes. You don’t care when your Junior Brother is struck by lightning. You don't even bother to pull me out when I fall into the water. Claiming you're tired and need to rest, yet you go off to enact a tearful reunion with the original female lead, your White Moonlight, displaying your deep affection! You're having a great time. Leaving me squatting on the ground, digging Poisonous Mushrooms for you until my hand cramps. Once I return to the Magic Realm, I'll send you to cultivate Magic Lotus! Yuezheng Yan sullenly returned to the Magic Realm. Until one day, he overheard a conversation between Lu Xingyan and the Old Sixth System. Old Sixth: Host, the Little Antagonist has betrayed Xiaoyao Peak and run off to the Magic Realm. We’ll replace him with a more obedient Little Antagonist for you~ Yuezheng Yan: Old Sixth, shut up! Senior Sister, don't replace me. I'm rolling back right now.

She was the scatterbrained journalist Xia Yanxin, who infiltrated the Heaven-Earth Gala to interview for an exclusive story and inadvertently provoked the Supreme dark young master. Amidst the dark cruise and a twisted hunting game, she turned his world upside down. From then on, she became his private pet of the night, trapped in a fate from which she could not escape. He was the Prince of the night, the mischievous Long Yutian. He was used to controlling everything, scheming tirelessly for her, but in the end, he lost his heart... Perhaps in that hunting game, he was the real loser!

[You Leveled Up!] [You have learned a new rune.] Arthur Silvera's world just glitched. His mysterious new 'Legacy' is transforming him – a nobody – into the ultimate stat-absorbing, rune-crafting powerhouse. But is this power a gift... or an unmanageable curse? In a world of magic-infused tech, Arthur must master his abilities to survive. Monstrous dungeons, mech-powered guilds, and realms beyond imagining await… but with a Legacy this broken, the whole system might just come crashing down around him. *** Discord Server: https://discord.gg/GFD6p9sByS

Zara's eyes were glued to Xavier's bare chest, unable to look away. The sculpted muscles, the deep V-line, the way his sweatpants hung low on his hips—she couldn't help but be captivated. It was as if her brain had short-circuited, and all logic had left her. She moved a step closer, almost unconsciously, her hand lifting as if to touch his chest. Before her fingers could make contact, Xavier's quick reflexes caught her wrist. His grip was firm, but not harsh, and he raised an eyebrow, looking at her with an amused expression. "What do you think you're doing?" he asked, his voice low but laced with a hint of teasing. Zara, startled but determined not to show weakness, scratched the back of her head awkwardly, trying to save face. "What do you mean? Why are you walking around shirtless?" she countered, trying to shift the focus off herself. Xavier's smirk deepened, his dark eyes glinting with mischief. "I'm not the one sneaking around in other people's rooms, Zara. You're the one who barged in here." Zara blinked, her mind scrambling to find an excuse. "Oh, right," she muttered, still not sure how to explain her behavior. She gave him a sheepish grin, but her eyes darted back to his chest, trying to look casual. "I was just… looking for something," she said, her words trailing off as she tried to think of a better lie. Xavier didn't buy it for a second. Slowly, he took a step forward, closing the distance between them. Zara instinctively took a step back, but Xavier followed, not giving her any space to escape. Her heart raced as she backed up again, trying to keep some distance between them, but Xavier wasn't making it easy. "Trying to run away now?" Xavier teased, his voice laced with playful challenge. He moved another step forward, and Zara continued retreating, her back now against the wall. Her breath hitched as she realized she had nowhere else to go. "I wasn't trying to run away," Zara said quickly, her voice a little too high-pitched. "Just, you know, I… I don't want to intrude. I just—"  But Xavier wasn't interested in her stammering excuses. His gaze remained locked on her, and as he stepped closer, his hand that had caught her wrist slowly slid down to her fingers, brushing against her skin. The gentle touch sent an unexpected shiver down her spine. Zara's heart hammered in her chest, and she took another step back, this time bumping into the wall with a soft thud. She couldn't help but feel the heat building between them, the tension so thick it was almost palpable. Xavier, now mere inches from her, tilted his head, his lips curling into a playful grin. "I think you're lying," he murmured, his voice soft, but full of mischief. "You were trying to touch my chest, weren't you?" Zara's face flushed with heat, and she tried to push back against him, but it was like trying to move a mountain. She cleared her throat, trying to recover some of her composure. "Maybe I was," she admitted, her voice low. "But, um… so what? It's not like you're making it easy to ignore." Xavier's grin widened as he leaned even closer, his body just inches away from hers. The closeness was overwhelming, and Zara's mind started to spin. She could feel the heat radiating off his chest, and she had to fight the urge to reach up and touch it again. "Is that so?" Xavier whispered, his breath warm against her ear. He placed his hand on the wall beside her head, trapping her in place as he stared down at her with a wicked gleam in his eyes. "You sure about that?".

What if a power to level up or upgrade everything—your way of living, battle skills, military prowess, etc.—but this power is limited to your Eldritch tribe. Would you expand your tribe to rise above all adversaries, would you use it to gain more personal power or use it to toy with everyone? Lyerin wanted nothing more than peace on himself, but all he had was regret. He possessed a secret ability that allowed him to quickly excel at anything he chose, but he could only use it once. While others had to spend a long time to reach higher levels or master new skills, he only needed to complete a simple, specific task to level up. However, he had already used this ability to count a specific number of sand grains to save his own life. After that, his existence became a living hell. One day, he was unexpectedly sent back in time, where he would witness numbers appearing in the sky, signaling the end of the world again—an apocalypse he despised the most! But Lyerin realized he could use his ability once more, this time on a certain group of people. A TRIBE! ``` [ Ding! ] [ You have chosen to level up knife slash! As a Wildling of your tribe, you can level up your knife slash. ] [ Condition: Slash the knife 500 times. ] [ You have chosen a random tree to level up! The tree is part of your tribe; you can level it up. ] [ Condition: Water the tree 300 times. ] [ You cannot level up anymore due to your limited rank within the tribe. Raise your rank in the clan first. ] [ Condition: Give honor to the tribe. ] [ You have reached the peak level of your tribe. If you want to level up further, improve and level up your clan! ] [ Condition: Level up the Ancestral Healing Ritual, level up the Newborn Den, and level up the tribe's farm. ] ``` With this overpowered ability, can he still hold onto his selfish wish for peace within himself? Warnings: 1. Cold, Calculated and Cunning MC. 2. After 100+ chapters will be bloody.

In a world where ancient magic has been resurrected. Atlas, an orphan from Earth, finds himself transmigrated into the body of a child and possesses the rare Void Magic. Harboring such power, he’ll walk the path of becoming stronger and stand free in the sky above all existence! The tale of the Legendary Void Walker is about to begin! Super Gift = three extra chapters.

The universe has always operated by a single, unwavering law: "Survival of the fittest." This fundamental rule governs everything, living or non-living. It was this very law that Alastor found himself entangled with. Awakening in a forest on planet Earth, in a forgotten corner of the universe, Alastor possessed no memories of his life before the age of four. Growing up, he quickly learned the brutal truth of this society: power was the currency of respect and longevity. Alastor clung to the hope of unraveling the mystery of his past. But his hopes were seemingly crushed when his bloodline ability manifested as [Speed]. It was an ability widely considered weak due to its inherent limitations, doing little to enhance his standing in this power-obsessed world. Just when his dream of uncovering his past began to flicker and fade, a glimmer of hope emerged. The pendant he wore, a constant presence he vaguely remembered from his earliest memories, suddenly flared to life. It was his only tangible connection to his past. And then, a bright blue screen materialized before his eyes. ----- [SYSTEM DETECTED. HOST COMPATIBILITY CONFIRMED.] [SYSTEM INITIATING BINDING SEQUENCE...]

What would you do if you were transported to a fantasy anime world of swords and magic? Moreover, an anime world in the most literal sense? For Mikhail, this has become a reality, though, his Isekai experience is less traditional. As an anime world, it has an existing plot, subplot and other side stories. Not to mention, it’s own overpowered protagonist and other main characters. Mikhail is an interloper that has to survive in a world where the story will progress with or without his intervention. Through a fateful encounter on his first day, he discovers that he is an Explorer, an existence outside of the story. And...he is not the only one. To limit their interference in the anime world, Explorers have restrictions placed upon their abilities while they are synchronised. Fortunately, an exclusive system exists to help them level up, and with enough points, Explorers can purchase skills and abilities to improve their arsenal. As for Mikhail specifically, his knowledge of anime and other fantasy media will prove invaluable to him. With no script to follow, Mikhail does what is necessary to level up and become strong enough to enjoy his new life to the fullest, a life filled with epic quests and adventures, magical battles and naturally, various anime fantasy women. However, Mikhail is unaware that his appearance in this world set off a chain of cascading events that will lead many anime worlds to ruin.

[Warning: This book contains Strong Language and Mature Content] On her eighteenth birthday, Ravenna felt the weight of exile as she was outlawed from her home because she could not shift to a werewolf, a mark of shame in their world that revered power. Away from all the ridicules and hate, she had at least a more peaceful life, until a beautiful storm knocked at her door. Deceived by its enchanting waves, Ravenna welcomed it with open arms until she was swept away into the deepest depth of the ocean of love. Being a daughter of an alpha, that was not supposed to happen even if she was not living in the pack anymore. Falling in love with the king of darkness. Alaric! He is the epitome of danger. But then, she turned his life upside down. From a heartless man to an obsessive lover. All he wished was to keep her with him. Even if it meant chaining her to himself. Whether what he felt was infatuation, desire or... he just would never ever let her go. Let no man or beast separate him from what he had claimed and marked; else they would face his unceasing wrath. **************** "Am of no use to you, why do you still insist on keeping me?" She just wanted to hear him say it. That he loved her as much as she did. She was becoming more desperate as days went by, maybe more than desperate to the extent of destroying herself in this love. Alaric paused and kept his laptop aside. He held her hand and brought her in front of him before pulling her to his lap. Silently, he sniffed her neck and licked it, then replied, "Because I want to." He continued his actions, and his hands were already moving under her dress caressing her thighs. Ravenna took a deep breath trying to stop herself from diving into pleasure as always. "Will you ever say it?" Her voice came out as a low yearning plead and with his advanced hearing ability, Alaric did not miss a word. "Say what?" His hand reached her pant ready to tear it apart. "That you love me." Her words made him pause abruptly before looking at her. As usual, his eyes were blank with no hint of emotions making Ravenna feel like she was just fooling herself. For how long could she endure this? "Do I?" He asked not tearing his gaze away from her eyes that were already tearing up. _________________________ This book is in the viral competition. Support Author by adding to library, gifting power stones and golden tickets.

Book One: After Lilith's mysterious disappearance, Ivy must follow her mother's last instructions, leading her to a bizarre land with new and foreign people. Unbeknownst to her, the people of that land are aware of her eventual arrival. However, they are also wary as they've received a prophecy that Ivy could be the savior of their colony or the one who destroys it. Book Two: Still, Zoe is left feeling distracted and distant several months later. Hope is not lost as she receives surprising news that she may(if she plays her cards right) be able to see Ivy again. Book Three: ---------------------------- Next Up is that one dream we all had when we were kids. When we would leave home in search of adventure and all sorts of creatures in our imaginations ran wild in this world. ----------------------------- I will update this story every Monday and now Saturday with a new chapter. "I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com" as well as ScribbleHub

Amara Rosendell, the last daughter of a once-proud noble family, is forced into a marriage with Kael Vyren, a knight of humble birth who has risen to prominence through sheer grit and ambition. For Amara, the union is a lifeline to salvage her family’s crumbling legacy; for Kael, it is a calculated step in his quiet quest for revenge against the aristocracy that once betrayed him. Thrust into a world of duty, intrigue, and simmering resentment, Amara and Kael struggle to find common ground. Their marriage begins as a cold arrangement, fraught with misunderstandings and the shadow of Kael’s hidden agenda. Yet, as they face treacherous political schemes, lurking enemies, and the secrets of their intertwined pasts, their tentative partnership begins to deepen into something neither of them expected. Amara, initially a pawn in her father’s schemes, must uncover her own strength and navigate the complexities of a world that seeks to strip her of agency. Kael, hardened by years of betrayal, finds his walls beginning to crumble as he is drawn to Amara’s quiet resilience. Together, they must confront their fears, betrayals, and the ghosts of their pasts, or risk losing not only their newfound love but also their lives. Set against a backdrop of court intrigue and societal upheaval, "Fate's Tangled Threads" is a sweeping tale of redemption, resilience, and the power of love to heal even the deepest wounds. When duty collides with desire, can two people from different worlds find a way to rewrite their fates? Or will the threads of the past bind them forever in a web of tragedy? --- This synopsis captures the central themes of romance, betrayal, and personal growth while highlighting the stakes and the evolving relationship between Amara and Kael. Let me know if you'd like to adjust the tone or focus on specific elements!

They took everything from me, my family my food, my money but they make a mistake and that was they let me live, but they don't know a ghost will be behind them for taking his revenge

He looked into my eyes, his hand around my waist pulling me closer. "I need you to keep this a secret." He whispered his lips so close to mine, almost touching as he spoke to me. "I will," He punctuated my statement with a sweet kiss to the lips which came as surprise so much so that I pulled back from him. "On one condition though, we get to do this date thing again." I whispered back looking into his eyes wanting to see deeper than he was letting me. "Date is a strong word." He whispered back with a small laugh rumbling at the back of his throat. His words stung but I did not let it show instead I smiled at him bring my fingers up to touch his beard to distract myself from the sting. "What's the right word," I asked planting a small kiss on his lips. "A meet up." *** She knew she was the least to him yet she let herself get sucked into his life. A married man, happy with his family and beautiful kids and yet she could not stop herself from falling in love with him. To her, he was a sweet distraction from her routine boring life, some adventure, some love, something new to love on yet she knew it wasn't all mutual. The deal was too good and she drank of it, like the sweet poison it was.

#168 in popular in all-time. ----- Lu Zhen, celebrating his new job at a prestigious company as a computer programmer, got extremely drunk, and the next thing he knew, he had crossed over to the martial world. Luckily for him, he had also obtained the unbelievable [Level up] system. [You have overeaten.] [You acquired the Gluttony skill.] [You have slashed a saber 100,000 times.] [Saber mastery has reached level 10. It is evolving into....] [You have reached the limits of your body's potential.] [Your constitution is evolving...] [You have meditated.] [You have acquired the Talent skill.] While other cultivators faced countless difficulties, Lu Zhen only had to do fulfill certain condition to become stronger. From that moment on, Lu Zhen's journey began as a Great Demon King destined to conquer all beings. Join my Discord: https://discord.gg/g2WEFm86CY bonus chapter requirement: A super car or higher gift= 1 bonus ch. A super gift= 5 bonus ch. #Gore warning. This is my original novel. If you like the novel, support me with some gifts. It really motivates me a lot. Thanks. No NTR, no yuri, no yaoi. Credits to the AI for creating the profile picture.

Sypnosis : Rei’s life has always been ordinary—until the dreams started. A mysterious girl, her face always hidden in shadow, calls out to him, whispering, "Find me." When a stranger who looks hauntingly familiar appears on his way to school, Rei's waking world collides with the eerie pull of his dreams. With every fleeting encounter, the girl’s words grow more urgent, but she vanishes before he can get close. As Rei's obsession deepens, he begins to question what’s real and what isn’t. Drawn into a dangerous mystery, Rei must uncover the truth behind the girl’s cryptic plea before it consumes him—and before he’s caught in a fate that might be more than he bargained for.

Being the pack defect is bad enough. Getting REJECTED? By your own fated mate? Yeah. THAT is a whole new level of low. Ava Grey is the pack defect, a wolfless shifter. She struggles through life with the vague dream of freedom. Her opportunity comes when she's suddenly informed that she will be attending the Lunar Gala, an annual ball for young adult shifters to find their fated mates. And she finds him. He's beautiful and intense, and his kisses send desire through her veins like a drug. Until he REJECTS her. Ava isn't about to go back to her dreary life. She escapes and forges a new identity far from her pack, and far from her alpha mate. She makes new friends and is even forcefully adopted by a hilarious husky. But just as she settles in and finds happiness, strange things begin to happen... Her husky has been holding secrets. She's hearing whispers that shifter packs all over are looking for her. And she can smell a familiar scent in her apartment, which makes no sense at all... because the man it belongs to rejected her. DECEMBER 2024 NOTE-- Author has a broken hand and updates are slower than normal. Deepest apologies. Trying to get updates more normalized again!! --------- This is a wolf shifter romance with multiple triggers that like to waltz hand in hand with all the dark themes through a meadow of dead flowers. In this book you will find the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. Laugh, cry, rage; you can do them all as you follow Ava in the rather perilous journey of being a wolf shifter in this generation of werewolf romance. There are R18 scenes sprinkled throughout this book like candy popping out of a pinata. Please read responsibly. ------- AUTHOR DISCORD: https://discord.com/invite/ApNZDux8kj

Killed in the most gruesome way, Adriana is given a chance to return. But this time, she comes with vengeance in her heart. .......... Things go her way, and she finally gets the proposal of her dreams.  Getting married to the Willingham family is more than just a dream to her. It's a mission she has worked so hard to get. Now she can get what she  has craved her whole life,  REVENGE.  She's out to make sure the whole family pays for destroying her happiness.  Then there's him,  the oldest son of the Willingham family. He has spent the last two years of his life looking for the girl he had a one night stand with. When he finally does, she's out of reach.   When he  meets the tough and determined Adriana, he knows there's more to her than the sharp mouth and pretty face, she unto something, and he's curious enough to dig what it is. It's a forbidden love story, where two hearts fight to be together.

8 years ago, portals, known as Gates, leading to other dimensions filled with magical and ferocious monsters began to appear around the world. Humans began to awaken magical abilities and used them to combat these monsters. They were known as Hunters. Min Cheonhwa, awakens a Punch skill, one if the most weakest skills of all time. After showing his courage and willpower during an unexpected battle with a dangerous monsters, a status window pops up in front of him before death, reading: [THE "DIVINE DUNGEON" HAS ACKNOWLEDGED YOU DUE TO YOUR GREAT DETERMINATION! YOU HAVE BEEN GRANTED A RIGHT OF PASSAGE INTO THE "DIVINE DUNGEON"] Thus, beginning his solo-leveling journey.

When the most feared Mafia CEO, laid eyes on her,a beautiful and innocent cafe worker, he was irreparably drawn to her. His obsession with her grew exponentially, and for the first time, he felt vulnerable. As they navigated their whirlwind romance, they both struggled with the danger and uncertainty that came with loving each other. Falling for each other felt like both a crime and a blessing, threatening to upend their worlds forever.

Nora has been married for five years only to find out her husband is attracted to men after she catches him in bed with another man. Desperate for an outlet for her woes, she finds herself tangled with another strange man at her office. At first, Nora assumes that it will be a fling, but when she finds out she's pregnant, she is confused and still embittered knowing she has entangled herself in some kind of web. After all, she is still married to a husband who doesn't love her and never will. "All I wanted was just peace of mind and a healthy and loving family. Instead, you have chosen to betray me in the most embarrassing way!" She wept. "I want a divorce!" Unfortunately, her husband and his family is unwilling to let her go. As such, Nora attempts to keep her pregnancy a secret, not knowing what her in-laws will do to her and her baby if they find out. But it gets more and more difficult to hide her growing bump, and soon enough, her husband finds out about her pregnancy. This places her on a stage to be shamed and soon enough her husband claims to be the Father in order to keep his reputation. === Is this how you decide to treat me? How could you be so disgusting?!" "That is definitely none of my business, I love Jerry too much, and you are just a third party in our relationship." "Curse you!" ____ "All I wanted was just peace of mind and a healthy and loving family, now he decided to betray me," she palmed her face and wept. "Come, let us be a family," the stranger slid his hands in her thighs and then pleasurable sounds could be heard.

Narrator: Today is the day when the whole world is going to change for the better. But there will be challenges ahead for everyone but as long as they stick together then nothing is impossible.

"Did you think healing me would make me love you more?" He scoffed grabbing my hair as he pulled me towards the door. "You're hurting me, Xavier," I cried beating against him weakly. There was not much I could do. "If I ever see you an inch close to me," He threw me against the wall "I'll damn the consequences and kill you,". *** My mate and I were destined to hate each other, only an act of true love or selflessness from the stronger mate could set our destines on the right path but for seven years, I had to put up with my mate's abuse and his supposed love of his life until one day I decided to leave. I left, determined to stay hidden from him forever... but I found out I was pregnant few weeks later.

"Tangled Hearts: A Tale of Betrayal, Love, and Redemption" Eva’s life seemed set on a joyous path as her wedding to Leo approached, filling her with anticipation and excitement. But on the eve of their nuptials, her dreams are shattered when Leo suddenly disappears without a trace. Heartbroken and pressured by societal expectations, Eva’s parents hastily arrange her marriage to Jayden, a man they know little about. Jayden, burdened by family expectations and bound to a complicated past, brings his own secrets to the union, particularly his existing and peculiar marriage to Susan, who remains indifferent to Eva’s presence. As Eva moves into the opulent Wills penthouse, she quickly finds herself entangled in the web of obligations and pressures that accompany her new role as Jayden’s wife. Confined to the solitude of her room, she grapples with a sense of isolation and frustration, especially as Jayden is often away on business, seemingly more committed to his career than to their marriage. But in the shadows of her confinement, Eva receives a life-changing revelation: she is pregnant. The unexpected news brings a glimmer of hope and joy into her life, even as she continues to navigate the complexities of her strained relationship with Jayden. Amid the turbulent backdrop of her new reality, Eva’s mother reaches out to Leo, urging him to rescue Eva from her unhappy marriage. Leo’s sudden return rekindles old memories and stirs Eva’s heart, drawing her back to a love she thought she had lost. But as she begins to explore her passion for music and dance, Eva realizes that her feelings for Jayden have grown in unexpected ways. The love they share has quietly blossomed, drawing her closer to him and to the possibility of a future together. As their twins approach their first birthday, Jayden returns, transformed and determined to win Eva’s heart. In an intimate moment that reignites the passion between them, Jayden expresses his desire to rebuild their relationship and create a loving home. The revelation of Susan’s deceit and the unveiling of Jayden’s genuine love for Eva lead to a heartfelt reconciliation, culminating in a surprise wedding that signifies their fresh start. *Tangled Hearts* is a poignant journey through love, betrayal, and redemption, weaving a tapestry of emotions that resonate with resilience and the pursuit of happiness. It explores the complexities of relationships, the power of forgiveness, and the enduring strength of love that withstands life’s most unexpected twists.

There is a guilding voice that has been leading and directing Onyedikachi Ibinike into trials and tribulations to forge him into the hero that Wazobia needs . Will he accept it or throw it away. the choice is his.

"See you in another life" said the general of the Ostanian army falling after stbing the emperor, his lord, and while dying, ending the war that has been on for almost fifteen years by now. But taking off it's helmet the hard reality of loss stroke us as me and my men where drowning in the guilt of letting die our friend.

DROPPED!!! _ Having been Transmigrated, Lean finds himself in a world he once knew as mere fiction. Now, as an unwilling character in this brutal reality, he's thrust into a kingdom rife with magic, ruthless ambitions, and hidden threats. Armed with a system—a mysterious, power offering cryptic guidance—Lean has to navigate this deadly landscape and build the strength to survive. Each step forward reveals deeper layers of danger and intrigue, testing his resolve and forcing him to strive to get stronger. Will he accumulate such power, or will he be another casualty of this unforgiving realm?

The first time college student.