I Came Looking For Copper Instead I Found Gold

Leonard, a 22-year-old office worker, felt the weight of the world on his shoulders. After a long, exhausting day filled with endless deadlines and demanding clients, he trudged home one evening, the stress of his life pressing down on him. As he walked, lost in thought, he didn’t see the manhole cover ahead. With a sudden, jarring slip, he tumbled into darkness. When he finally regained consciousness, Michael found himself in a strange new world. Confused, he looked around and realized he was in a completely different body. A surge of excitement coursed through him. As a lifelong manga enthusiast, he had always dreamed of being reborn as a powerful protagonist in a fantastical realm. But his hopes were quickly dashed as he took in his surroundings. This world was ruled by vampires and werewolves, powerful beings who held dominion over humanity, reducing them to mere slaves. Michael’s heart sank at the realization: he was now among the oppressed, and freedom seemed like a distant dream. Determined to change his fate, Michael resolved to earn enough money to buy his freedom from slavery. He found work in a dark, oppressive mine, toiling long hours alongside others who shared his plight. One day, while digging deep in the cold earth, he stumbled upon an ancient, glowing orb. Intrigued, he reached out to touch it, but as he did, a surge of energy coursed through him, draining almost half of his life force. But rather than succumb to despair, Michael discovered that the orb had unlocked a mysterious Bloodline system within him. This newfound power surged through his veins, awakening something deep inside. Fueled by determination, he vowed to harness this strength and become the strongest warrior, just like the protagonists in his beloved manga. With each passing day, Michael trained harder, learning to wield his abilities and navigate the treacherous world around him. He formed alliances with other slaves and began plotting a way to rise against their oppressors. As he ventured into the unknown, he encountered formidable foes and breathtaking landscapes, each challenge pushing him closer to his goal of freedom. Join Leonard on his incredible journey filled with wonder, danger, and the quest for liberation in a world where hope seems lost. Will he become the hero he always dreamed of being, or will he be consumed by the darkness that surrounds him?

Prince Arthur Aethersworn of Tashran knows his place: powerless, caged by tradition, and haunted by his lack of magic in a family brimming with it. Under his father’s impassive yet critical eye, he’s forced into training for a throne he can never claim without true power. Just as he’s about to resign to a bleak fate, a mysterious figure with ties to forbidden magic offers Arthur a choice: break free and seek the fabled Dragon's Eyes, or remain bound by royal duty. On this quest, he risks everything: his loyalties, family ties, and deepest beliefs. As he uncovers hidden powers, he faces powerful forces determined to prevent him from changing his destiny. Embark on Arthur's journey, an adventure where casting aside one’s humanity becomes a path, not a barrier to untold power.

They say Love is blind, but no one is ever truly blind in love. We see everything; we just choose to ignore them because we're scared to move on or start afresh. Twenty-eight years old, Emma Winters has her dreams clearly defined. To have a loving family, a beautiful home, and a stable, fulfilling life. Not only do those dreams come crumbling down when her husband hands her divorce papers just when she tells him she's pregnant, but her pride and dignity are questioned when Jake announces that Emma was unfaithful to him. Emma loses hope in everything she believes in. However, hope comes to her when the enigmatic billionaire Alexander Sterling offers her a way out: A contract marriage to him. Will Emma accept this way out of her predicament even when this savior is none other than her ex-husband's uncle? What happens when she accepts the contract and is only chased back by her ex? Will she return to her once lover, or will she accept her growing feelings for her contract husband? Find out as we unravel Emma's story together! *****Excerpt******** “Why would you help when I was put in this mess by my own husband?” Emma cut in, now crying. “Because your husband is my nephew, and not only do I want to salvage the situation my nephew put you in, I want to escape his plot,” Alex said, and Emma’s heart stopped for a moment, a cold chill running down her spine as she replayed the words in her head. Nephew? His nephew? Jake was this man's... Alex's nephew? She mused, and then the realization of what that meant dawned on her like a crashing wave, knocking the breath from her lungs. Her eyes widened as she stared at him, the shock evident on her face. “Your nephew? You’re Alex Sterling, Jake's uncle?” she asked, unable to believe it herself. Alex nodded, his expression unchanged. “Yes. I'm his uncle,” Alex confirmed, and Emma shook her head.

Plot Summary: The story revolves around Sonakshi, who initially plans to trap Aryan in her revenge plot. However, as she spends time with him and tries to make him fall in love with her, she finds herself developing genuine feelings for him. Despite her intentions for revenge, her heart starts convincing her that she is already in love with Aryan. As Aryan and Sonakshi meet on a date night, their interactions are filled with tension and anticipation. Aryan is drawn to Sonakshi's mysterious and unpredictable nature, while Sonakshi battles with her conflicting emotions. She tries to convince herself that her feelings for Aryan are merely infatuation, driven by her revenge plan. However, deep down, she can't deny the growing affection she feels for him. Their attraction intensifies, and they share a passionate kiss in the parking lot. Unable to resist their desires, they engage in sexual activities in the back of a car. The experience is filled with pleasure and desire for both of them. Afterward, they wake up in each other's arms and decide to go to a restaurant to compose themselves. Throughout the meal, Sonakshi feels guilt and excitement, realizing that her revenge plan has become blurred by her genuine connection with Aryan. Aryan, unaware of Sonakshi's internal struggle, is captivated by her and desires more. After the meal, they take a walk outside and Sonakshi gathers the courage to confess her true feelings to Aryan. She admits that what they shared in the car was not just about revenge for her, but that she has developed genuine feelings for him. Aryan reciprocates her feelings and expresses his own attraction to her. Sonakshi assures Aryan that her perspective has changed, and she no longer seeks revenge. She wants to explore their connection without any ulterior motives. Aryan is relieved and happy to hear this, and they agree to take things slow and see where their relationship leads. Awww, So nice couple but still there is a question that Really Sonakshi has changed whole heartedly? or her motive is still on? The plot revolves around Sonakshi's initial plan for revenge, her conflicting emotions as she falls in love with Aryan, and their decision to pursue their connection without the weight of revenge. It explores themes of love, desire, and the complexity of human emotions. This story contains matured and sexual content. Strongly Restricted for children under age of 18+

[Book’s First Volume is Complete] “There are chosen ones in this world, ones that are born with extremely-high luck and ridiculous talent, unlike us lowly ones who can only wait to grow old and die.” Just like those popular stories he had read online, in this brand-new world where people pursue immortality, Shenshah thought that he too was someone destined to be great. Sadly, years have passed since he transmigrated yet he is still an average person struggling to find his place. Just when Shenshah was about to completely give up on his goals, a strange voice interrupted his thoughts… [Create Family and Earn Rewards System Activated…] “What?” -Never in his wildest dreams did he expected that bringing a wife home would change his fate! ……… Don’t worry as there’s [NO NTR] [NO Yuri] as author strongly disdains such genre. …….. Additional tags- (Lesbian/yuri girl turned straight by mc) (No dense mc) (no hidden pretending to be a big shot) (No Filler chapters) (crisp to the point plot) (No useless mysterious backgrounds) (no beta mc) (Tsundere) (yandere) (Human-non human relationship) (harem) (comedy) (smart and observant mc) (netori) (blackmail) (bloodshed) (Obsessive lovers) (marriage) (pregnancies) (Wholesome love) (elves/werewolves/vampires/dwarves/demons) (regret?) **Cover as well as character Ai images are made and edited by me using Fotor Pro Ai app. To join the author invite only discord server please add me on discord -c2#8780. ——-x——-x—— **English used is mostly Uk/British version.

People despise me because I don't have a good job or money. Even my fiancee is considering breaking up with me because I don't have a new house or car. But everything will change! With the gateway to the Elven Realm, the stats and abilities I will develop, and the riches I will gain will be enough! I will shout to the whole world; "My name is Eren!"

[My WSA 2024 Entry novel! Please vote] In a world where mythical beings have fallen into an "eternal slumber," a thriving underground market exploits the stolen essence of these dormant creatures. At its epicenter are dragons—majestic beings desired for their scales, organs, and prized eggs. The most coveted treasure of all is a dragon's name, a key that holds the power to control its very existence. Dragon Lord, guardian of a clutch of dormant eggs, lives in isolation atop a hill, surrounded by a forest that veils his castle. He bears the scars of past betrayals, having been deceived by those who feigned love to steal his treasures or claim his head as a bounty. Jaded and cold, he trusts no one, living a solitary existence. However, his solitude is shattered when a woman unwittingly stumbles into his life. Yara finds herself in Dragon Lord's treasured den amidst a battle between the dragon and thieves. In a twist of fate, she mistakenly bonds with the dormant eggs, breathing life into them. Reluctantly, Dragon Lord allows Yara into his world, and their journey unfolds amid the looming threat of underground organizations seeking to exploit the dragons for profit. As the eggs come to life, so does an unexpected connection between Dragon Lord and Yara. Despite his cold and jaded exterior, he finds himself unable to ignore her presence. Yara, too, cannot deny the pull she feels towards him, and emotions begin to burn beneath the surface. Together, they must navigate the challenges of waiting for the eggs to hatch, fend off those who seek to exploit the dragon and its offspring, and confront the secrets that Yara harbors—a revelation that could destroy everything. In this tale of flames and gold, two scarred souls in a world where trust is a rare and precious commodity must confront the ghosts of their pasts. They navigate the dangerous currents of love and deception, protecting unborn dragons from a world hungry for their magic. Will their bond withstand the trials ahead, or will the flames of betrayal engulf them in the end? A/N: It starts out SLOW, because I tend to get lost in the pages and be descriptive but once it gets to the action, it really picks up! Looking forward to growing with you all on this journey!!!

words i can't say in person because i'd be too embarrassed mwehehe regardless, i love you.

It was started with a harmless request, "Jessica, clear out a room for Zoey, she'll be moving in with us for the time being." Jessica's marriage soon ended when that 'guest' climbed up the ladder, from a guest room downstairs, to Jessica's bedroom, and then, her husband's bed. After losing in the fight for her husband's attention and love, Jessica realized it was time to wear back her garment of dignity and respect. She signed the divorce papers and left the country. Two years later, she returned as the heiress to a conglomerate, but her husband was at the airport, waiting to welcome her home. "When did I say I didn't love you, Jessica?" he asked.

Mengisahkan seorang gadis petakilan yang agresif dan selalu menjadi figuran dalam cerita orang orang. Suatu hari ia mengalami penculikan namun anehnya dia terbangun di tempat yang asing di atas rerumputan yang bisa bicara. Dunia baru yang ia pijak mengharuskan dia menyelesaikan misi, yaitu mencari pangeran untuk ia nikahi.

" It's like you're a whole different person. You've changed...a lot."Gwen bit her lip to prevent the burning tears in her eyes from falling. " I haven't changed. I'm just showing you a side of me that you didn't get the chance to see before. " His eyes were devoid of emotion and this scared her more than it hurt her. Gwen is pretty much an open book. She's down to earth and likes to view her thoughts . But due to wicked fate , she has to get her hands dirty in order to provide for her family. She'd been in a community gang for the last seven years and her family had no knowledge of this. One thing she'd learnt from working in this gang was that no one was to be trusted. People could either make or break you. Her hidden life is going pretty much the same till she meets Alec Reinster . What role will he play in her life? Will he give her a reason to open up her heart or will he be the reason she wishes she'd never had a heart in the first place ?

lillia Ashford only quest was to revenge her dead parents, whom she lost brutally when she was just little. But she can't have her revenge when she is poor , she needed a job. But her plans where twisted when in a hurry to get a job, she met her worst nightmare, Aryan west one of the wealthiest man in the country who was bent on making her pay for disrupting his privacy. Will he let her go?, will she still avenge her dead parents?, as secrets unfold along the line. will they fall in love at the end?

Mengisahkan seorang gadis petakilan yang agresif dan selalu menjadi figuran dalam cerita orang orang. Suatu hari ia mengalami penculikan namun anehnya dia terbangun di tempat yang asing di atas rerumputan yang bisa bicara. Dunia baru yang ia pijak mengharuskan dia menyelesaikan misi, yaitu mencari pangeran untuk ia nikahi.

Akai's life as a typical fifteen-year-old student was shattered when her school was attacked by monsters from an unknown portal. As panic engulfed the classroom, Akai and her friends fought through the chaos, determined to escape and return home. With new allies joining their desperate quest, Akai's resolve hardened. Their struggle became more than just survival—it was about confronting the dark forces that had disrupted their world and finding a way to restore balance.

SI YEJIN KIM AY ISANG HALF FILIPINO AND HALF KOREAN NA NAGPUNTA SA KOREA PARA HANAPIN ANG KANYANG AMA NA BUMALIK SA KOREA AT DI NA NAGPAKITANG MULI. NGUNIT NABAGO ANG PLANO NANG MAKLALA NYA SI CHOSEON NAM TURN OUT NA ANG IDOL PALA NYANG SI CHAE JANG JOON. DAHIL SA ISANG MISUNDERSTANDING NAPAGKAMALAN SYA NITONG GIRL FRIEND NI CHOSEON. KAYA IMINUNGKAHI NI CHOSEON NA SIYA AY MAGTRABAHO SA KANYA MUNA BILANG ISANG KATULONG PUMAYAG NAMAN ITO KESA NASABAHAY LANG SYA NG ATE NYA AT TUTAL WALA PA NAMAN SYANG PINAGKUKUNAN NG INCOME. NGUNIT SADYANG ANG KAPALARAN AY MAPAGBIRO DAHIL SA ISANG PANGYAYARI "NAHULOG SYA SA HAGDAN AT NASAMBOT NI CHOSEON" THAT TIME DI RIN SINASADYANG MAKUNAN NG CAMERA "NAKAON PALA AT TUMAPAT SA KANILA", TAPOS ANG FEMALE LEAD AY NAPABALITANG BUNTIS THAT TIME THEY NEED A FEMALE TO BE LEADING LADY AND THEY DECIDES THAT YEJIN WILL BE DAHIL SA PAGKAHULOG LANG NG HAGDAN...SIMULA NOON NABAGO NA ANG TAKBO NG BUHAY NI YEJIN. AT DAHIL DIN SA PAGDATING NI YEJIN NAGING UPSIDE DOWN ANG BUHAY NI CHOSEON. MGA TAUHAN... FL~YEJIN KIM-DAE GIWU/ YEOJA1BABAE2GIRL3 ML~BAEK JANGMUL/ CHOSEON NAM/ CHAE JANG JOON-LEE JOON GI INA: LORAINE DIAMANTE 56 yrs old + AMA: KIM JINHYUK 60 yrs old = KIM YEJIN ANAK NI LORAINE... OSAKA HANA 30 yrs old F BUMKEZER AL ALI 28 yrs old M ADI KUMAR 26 yrs old M IRISH UNDERZON 24 yrs old F KIM YEJIN 22 yrs old F ANAK NI KIM JINHYUK SA KOREA KIM JINNA 22 yrs old F KIM HAEBYEOL 21 yrs old F KIM DABYEOL 20 yrs old M KIM DARIM 19 yrs old M ASAWA SA KOREA: KWON JISYA 56 yrs old KIM YEJIN'S GRANDFATHER IN KOREA: KIM NAMSEOL 70 IN PHILIPPINES: MARTIN A. DIAMANTE 75 GRANDMOTHER IN KOREA: WON SEOLHWA 69 IN PHILIPPINES: ANISYA L. BERNARDO 74 NAM CHOSEON PARENTS BAEK WANGJI DEAD 36 yrs old~car accident GU HANNA DEAD 34 yrs old~suicide REAL NAME: BAEK JANGMUL 39 yrs old M BAEK JANGSEOL~DEAD DIE BECAUSE OF ALLERGY IN GINSENG, 5 YEARS OLDER THAN JANGMUL AND 12 YEARS OLDER THAN JANGWOOL. BAEK JANGWOOL 32 YRS OLD~THE ONLY BIOLOGICAL FAMILY OF JANGMUL HE LIVES WITH CHAE ORIGINAL SONS IT MEANS NOT SONS OF MISTRESS. (CHAE DAECHANG 35 YRS OLD AND CHAE DAEJEON 29 YRS OLD) POSTER PARENTS... NAM NAMPYEONG 63 yrs old M JIN HAERI 59 yrs old F POSTER SIBLINGS NAM JOONIM 27 yrs old M NAM SANJO 30 yrs old M NAM KAESEOL 21 yrs old F ASSISTANT: GU RYUNG-OH 50 yrs old FRIENDS YEJIN'S FRIENDS LUCILLE A. BRIZE 27 F MERCER V. ANTONOVICH 23 M BRIANEL E. MASAY 34 M ANNATALIA M. ROSARIO 30 F JANA H. MAGAYON 21 F LEILA S. SANTIAGO 25 F CHOSEON FRIENDS DAE RYEHWANG 30 yrs old F KANG HAERYUK 26 yrs old F NINE 42 yrs old M HAN BONGHEE 35 yrs old M FOREIGN POWERS BOOM (BUMKEZER) 28yrs old M ZECK 23yrs old M XIAOBAO 25 yrs old M DRAVE 26 years old M EX3M SANJO NAM~ANAK NG MAY-ARI NG STEC 30 yrs old M ZANDRE 30 yrs old XUEMING 31 yrs old BAEK ANHO~ pinsan ni Choseon, mula sa pamilyang Baek. BAEK SOOKANG ~pinsan ni Choseon mula sa pamilyang Baek. FOR THE SAKE OF LOVE TEAM Barbara Fontanoza Alfred Richnore Alpued Pak Kruewahtt Hatti Spencer Chad Mclene Delorosa Han Joon Woo Yaxer Bulahan Lisa Kael F~FEMALE M~MALE

You won't understand it before you want to understand it. After living with the old cripple for eighteen years, Shu Guan discovered that cultivation was actually a simple matter. On the azure sea, a massive fleet of steel ships sailed against the wind and waves. Beneath the deep sea, a giant dragon opened its golden eyes and coldly looked up. Fighter jets roared, cutting through the clouds. Ahead, a large wing descended from the clouds, and a crane cried out in the vast sky. On the battlefield, artillery fire filled the sky, bullets flew, and amidst it all, sword energy could be faintly heard. This is a world where technology has risen, yet myths have not dissipated. The path to immortality has been severed, leaving only a solitary figure walking alone.

[Warning: This novel can get brutal and has some some R18 scenes which you will be warned of at the beginnings of the chapters] ....... What is existence? It is divided into two Spaces. The Mortis, where one can find Worlds. The Immortis, where one can find Realms. Both divided by a boundary that keeps the two separate. However, as vast as this world is, only a single individual's story is relevant. A man who rose from the depths of a dark society in the Mortis and ended up being a symbol power, prosperity and fear in the Immortis. Revered and respect by experts of all realms of power. He was granted a title to acknowledge him as a powerful expert. A King. However, there’s a saying in the Immortis. ‘Like the Mobius of Birth, one’s life always comes back around with all the vile darkness one thinks they’ve left behind.’ The man who had become a King, lost everything to a cycle that came to bite him in the back. Betrayal. Everything that he built. The wife he loved. The children he raised. All of it was lost. He returned to square one. Back to the Mortis, where he began. Join him on his journey to ascend again. His fury is not abated. He wishes to tear down his enemies for they did. The traitors for their betrayal. Will he rise alone? Will he follow the same path as the last time? Will he overpower his enemies? Find out in the story of a dark King. The King of.... ......... "You are rage." As he said so, he slashed down with the sword, his arms not quite able to bring down the sword in a perfect slash. However, it was a slash nonetheless. It was clumsy, but it was fine. The young man raised his arms and grasped his sword above his head again. "You are pain," he said as he slashed down with a better steadiness that made his slash look a bit more elegant. The look in his eyes turned colder as the evening breeze brushed past him. Before him was not the sea or the moon or the stars. There was the face of his enemies as they dared to bring to ruin all that he had built. "You are fear," he said as he brought down his sword again, its rusting blade showing nothing of the magnificence a sword should bear. What was the True Way of the Sword? It was to cause bloodshed. It was to cause pain. It was to cause sorrow. It was to tear away families from their fathers, husbands, children, mothers. Every weapon was forged to cut down a life. Whether it was to protect or not. A life would be taken by the silver blade as it slashed down. The bulky man in the forge, hammering away at the heated metal would seek to make a sword stronger and sharpen it afterwards so it wouldn't fail to behead a foe. A sword's purpose and instinct was to kill. "You are torment!" The young man slashed again with all his might, his slash being a silver light could be seen as it was lit in the night. "You are war!" He lowered his stance as he felt the sword slice through the air seamlessly. "You are madness!" The sword blew a bit of the sand on the shore as he swung down. "You are destruction!" he said as he slashed. 'I will walk this path again. It has worked for me before and it will continue to work now,' he thought. He slashed again. 'None shall remain standing when I return to the Realms above.' ........... Cover is not mine....credit to artist..

Some people excel at keeping secrets, others fail at concealing them completely. Volcan Blipe,a haunted middle aged man, has the worst of them. After an unexpected unfolding of events, Coughlan Ittanye, a power repressed city administrator, discovers the potential of Volcan’s blood- which can possibly eradicate the plague disease that has been turning humans into flesh eating monsters. When he tracks down Volcan and offers him a deal he cannot refuse as an illegitimate in Belandion city-city identities and protection in exchange for vials of Volcan’s blood, Volcan initially refuses, but eventually concedes. But things don’t stay the same. Unintentionally, their mutual transaction based on professionalism gets noticed by the underground societies,and one in particular-the Black Oxide gang Amid the budding relationship with the younger city administrator and his desire to live a normal life, Volcan can no longer afford not to bleed if he wants to survive.

The Girlies are four friends who work and struggle together they're wealthy but their networth still don't match their wants #THEGIRLIES coming soon......