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When there were strange signs in the sky, there must be demons lurking. Li Mo, who had studied antiques since he was young, had a strange change in his eyes after being struck by lightning. With a pair of divine eyes, he gained the ability to see through things and sense objects. He bought a gourd bottle for 500 yuan at a flea market and sold it for 230,000 yuan. A painting he casually bought turned out to be a genuine work by Xu Beihong, worth thirty to forty million yuan. The black double-eared bottle that came with the purchase of a set of gold jewelry turned out to be a genuine possession of the Ming imperial family. Ancient bronze ware, exquisitely crafted porcelain, calligraphy and painting with bold and vigorous strokes, and thrilling gambling stones came one after another. From then on, Li Mo's life underwent a revolutionary change. "I have divine eyes, and there are no treasures in the world that can escape my sight."

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

“You Scammer! Return me my 10,000-year-old Mystic Jade Staff!” “You lost it fair and square in the gamble, Grand Elder. I can’t help it if your so-called Profound Scrying Eyes couldn’t see through my cups.” “What cups!? Those were the Divine Temple Bells of the Mahayana Temple!” “And?” “Even the Immortal Monarch himself can’t see through them, you thief!” *** “What do you mean you won’t reimburse me for the Flying Sword Insurance I took?” “The terms and conditions clearly state that there will be no reimbursement within the first year of taking out the policy.” “You never said that!” “And you never read the fine print in the contract, Patriarch.” “The fine print that was written with illusory ink!? You bastard!” *** “How did my small loan of 1,000 Immortal Stones turn into a debt of 100,000 Immortal Stones? You loan shark!” “That’s just the power of compounding, my friend.” “You call that compounding? I took the loan last week, you scammer! And I’m not your friend, I’m the goddamn Emperor!” *** “How are you not dead? I saw your corpse with my own eyes!” “My death was greatly exaggerated, Senior Sister.” “You didn’t even have a head!” “Like I said, exaggerated.” *** In the vast world of cultivation, where honor and integrity reign supreme, one man dares to defy the heavens—not with sword or spell, but with deception and trickery. Once a lowly street urchin, Han Yu quickly realized that cultivation required three things: talent, resources, and powerful backers. He had none of those. What he did have, however, was a sharp tongue, quick hands, and a complete lack of shame. From gambling dens to immortal auctions, from conning sect elders to running an interdimensional insurance scam, Han Yu’s reputation spreads across the cultivation world like an unstoppable plague. No treasure is too sacred, no contract too ironclad, and no oath too unbreakable for him to twist to his advantage. Even the mighty Immortal Clans dare not underestimate him—after all, the last sect that tried ended up legally belonging to him. With a growing list of enemies, a debt larger than some celestial empires, and a skillset that consists entirely of loopholes, misdirection, and sheer audacity, Han Yu’s journey to the peak of immortality is anything but conventional. Will he be hunted down by every major power in the realm? Will he accidentally scam his way into becoming an Immortal Emperor? Or will he outwit even fate itself and make the heavens owe him a favor? One thing is certain—when Han Yu is involved, nothing is ever fair, but the house always wins. ------- P.S: This book is set in the universe of Walker of the Words and is in the same time period. Tags: #Comedy #weak to strong #Scamming #Beast companions #Monster Master #World Exploration #Faceslapping #Overpowered Cheats #Pretending to be weak

When Ed served in the military as a mecha-human, he never thought about the future. Like every soldier around him, he believed he would eventually perish in the line of duty. And he never feared that outcome—after all, he had nothing to lose except his life. The only thing that could be called entertainment in his existence was a novel he had been forced to read. A dull, uninspiring story. Or so he thought. Who would have guessed that the very same novel would become his greatest asset after his death? Reincarnated into that same world, he now finds himself in the role of a minor villain—the one destined to murder the heroine’s parents. Born into a family that loves him, yet heading toward a doomed future, he realizes one thing: If he doesn’t take the protagonist’s place, everything will collapse. And so, he must change the story. ***** A/N:- I suck at synopsis. My grammar won't be perfect but I will try to keep the story interesting. Give a few chapters of read before judging. The starting might be cliche but as you proceed further you may find something new and interesting. Additional tags: #Obsessive characters #Early romance #Devotion #Secret Society #Weak to Strong #Apathetic Protagonist

In a world where strength is forged through talent, effort, and heritage, Di Tianlong is different—he thrives purely on luck. Gifted with the Heavenly Fortune System, Tianlong can trade his luck for legendary bodyguards, ancient techniques, and divine elixirs, turning impossible odds into golden opportunities. As his fortune fuels his rise, enemies and allies alike wonder—how far can a man go when he gambles with destiny itself? And what happens when the cost of luck becomes too great to pay? *All rights of the novel cover lie with the original artist, I will take down the art if asked to do so. What does a man have to do to get some power stones and collections?... Enjoy the Novel.

“You need my help, Tesoro. You choose. A marriage with me or be torn apart by them” His voice was cool as though this wasn't a matter of life or death. I didn't want this life. My father had gambled a lot and left me with a lot of enemies and now I needed the help of Don Vincenzo LaRosa who was my high school bully and now the Don of the most powerful mafia family in Italy if I was going to survive it. It was just a marriage of convenience but I realized something. He wasn't helping me out of a good heart. I had been sold without my permission to him. I was the mafia's pawn.

Rael screwed up badly. One reckless gamble later, and his guild's entire emergency fund was gone. With debt collectors ready to harvest his organs, his only hope was a single, desperate gacha pull. Ding! [Congratulations! Player: Quarterpounder69 has obtained the (Divine) Grade item, Eye of the Beast!] [Divine Grade item obtained! All Stats +250] [First Divine Grade item obtained! All Stats +100] [New title unlocked! [Heavenly Attraction] (Divine)] With no other choice, he consumed the item—only to be thrown into a situation no player had ever faced before. [To ensure fairness, please select a random number. This will determine which boss monster variation you become.] 'Uh, I don't fucking know? 69... hmm, maybe not...' [Confirmed.] 'Wait—' [Congratulations! You've chosen the Special-Type Boss Monster Variation: The Pay-to-Win Boss.] [Congratulations! You've become a Boss Monster!] Armed with broken perks like [Premium Leveling], [Premium Evolution], and [Premium Shop], Rael was thrust into the world of the VRMMORPG game he had been playing. The issue was, he went back in time, specifically, 150 days before the launch of version 1.0.

translator: Shayan Author: flaming fortress In a world where living beings are inslaved by godlike evil entities hiding in the shadows, monsters feeding on the flesh and souls of the living, worlds falling one after the other. how can the living survive and fight back? ....... [You've sent a battle invitation to ???? ?????: 'When you're free, let's compete'] [The other party's answer is: 'Haha, sure, sure'] [The conditions have been met] [As the ????? Knight, this battle has entered your exclusive battle mode: Soul Gambling] [The loser's soul shall belong to the victor] The lines of text flashed and disappeared. New lines of burning text quickly appeared: [The other party's spell Card attacked you] [Attack failed] [Under the current Soul Gambling mode, the other party must defeat all of your Cards in order to deal any damage to you]

For ten years, Ryn lived in peace with his wife Mira on an isolated island. But the world has changed—supervillains rule, and heroes are being hunted to the last. Now, the battlefield calls him back. Stronger than ever, he welcomes every fight, eager to burn through the corruption. But Mira, his ever-watchful shadow, won’t let him fight alone. Possessive and ruthless, she’ll protect him—even if it means tearing the world apart. Enemies rise, old ghosts return, and war looms on the horizon. Let them come. ______________________ notes - FL - is a Yandere.

----------------------------------------------------------- WHILE READING THIS HEAR THE SONG := UBW by Hideyuki Fukasawa, it will be a good experience(I will write only when I hear that) ----------------------------------------------------------- It is a story about a young orphan boy but who inherited the power of the ancient hero god(self proclaimed god), this world is already nearing it's ending, humans greed won't be subdued by anything, and the great calamity once again going to befall upon humans. It will be a great test for their persistence, yet the responsible heroes are playing cards, gambling for entertainment, would humanity survive? will it go back to normal like before cataclysm? hope is a sin for ordinary people... "Wait did I inherit who's inheritance? isn't he the greatest *beep* equal? "what? he is stronger than S class and control *beep* authority?" "He will be the one who can win the final battle and decide the fate of the earth, our final hero! our final hope...." "I will end this war..." He who is the last hope of humanity, a hero who would save the world? time is the only thing can answer this question.... ------------------------------------------------------------ This story has no System, only status window and it is not leveling up in traditional sense, stats will only increased by training or breaking through by external medicines or elixirs or items. ------------------------------------------------------------ Dear readers kindly comment anything in the comment section, it is lonely, to the point I would rather welcome disses openly about this story ------------------------------------------------------------- contact: E-Mail: myriadlion@gmail.com

Ed transmigrate into the world of his favorite novel. it was like a dream come true. But— As the memory flooded in of his new identity. -He was doomed. -He was f*cked. As He was now Caspian Arcwright [An Extra Character] Who is even despised by his own family. His father called him a failure, his mother saw him as a disgrace, and his older brothers tortured him relentlessly. There were only two reasons they let him live: the promise of an unknown bloodline that would awaken at the age of eleven, and his arranged fiancée. Then why? *[BLOODLINE AWAKENED]* *BLOODLINE OF SACRIFICE* ~UNIQUE SKILL: [SACRIFICE] ~Skill Requirement: [SACRIFICE YOURSELF] ________ For character illustration and updates join the discord server. https://discord.gg/zRdNgSj7hm

What would you do if you found yourself trapped in a video game as an NPC with seemingly no hope of returning to the real world? Having grown up without parents, Daisuke finds himself in a perpetual cycle of poverty as he tries to survive in the bottom rung of society. When the world's first VRMMORPG, Sehreneti Online, is released to the public, he decides to take a gamble by borrowing a buttload of money from some shady people to propel his hack-selling side hustle into the big leagues. After nearly getting his leg twisted into a pretzel for failing to pay off his loan on time, Daisuke decides to put his plan, Operation Jupiter, into action. Although a cool-sounding name, he didn't seem to be in Lady Luck's good graces that day. After uploading the code into his capsule and commencing the startup, everything goes haywire, booting his consciousness into the virtual world. When Daisuke comes to, he finds himself as a newborn fresh out the meat oven—and, of course, his circumstances are far from ideal. Apparently, he is still poor, but instead of being an orphan, he is now the son of a prostitute in the slums, with seemingly no connection to the game system or the real world. How will Daisuke overcome this trial, and will he be able to return to the real world? If you enjoy GameLit and LitRPG light novels such as Sword Art Online, Solo Leveling, The Rising of the Shield Hero, and That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime, then you'll definitely enjoy this epic tale! --------------------------------------------- Support me by checking out the link below: » Linktree: https://linktr.ee/vaughnrrschneider » Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/VaughnSchneider

ROYALZ In the kingdom of Velldore, the throne is empty, and silence is more dangerous than war. After the assassination of King Mathieu da Gramont, the royal families do not raise their swords—but their greed festers beneath forced smiles. In the shadows, mercenaries rise, forbidden magic resurfaces, and whispers of a greater power spread like a disease. Lloyd—once Lucien da Gramont—was born into nobility but cast away his name, leaving behind a past soaked in blood. Thought dead, he returns under a new identity, burdened by a curse that binds him to forces beyond his control. He wants nothing to do with the throne. But fate, and the ghosts of his past, refuse to let him walk away. With a sharp-tongued swordswoman watching his back, a kingdom on the brink of unraveling, and unseen hands pulling the strings, Lloyd must navigate a world where words cut deeper than blades—and trust is the deadliest gamble. Because in Velldore, the ones who smile the most are the first to betray.

Year 2035. A groundbreaking game—"Glory Lords: Arcane War"—takes the world by storm. With cutting-edge VR immersion, players can feel the pulse of magic, the tremors of battle, and the weight of every decision. But more than just a game, it becomes the ultimate stage for global esports. Elite teams rise, billion-dollar prize pools emerge, and the entire world is swept into the frenzy. But for Ethan Parker, this isn’t just a game. It’s a gamble with fate itself. Las Vegas. Midnight. A secret high-stakes game. On the table lies the world’s only Legendary-tier artifact—the Stone of Glory. Its value? Far beyond a billion dollars. Because hidden within it is a secret—one that can rewrite the very rules of reality. Ethan bets everything. And loses. In that moment, he doesn’t just lose the artifact—he loses his future. Then, the world changes. The game and reality merge. Earth is no longer the world it once was. Society collapses, replaced by a brutal new order where a person’s rank in "Glory Lords: Arcane War" determines their status in real life. The strongest players become kings. The weakest? Slaves. And the one who won the Stone of Glory—Griffin Musk—rises to absolute power, ruling over this new world as its supreme leader. As for Ethan? Once the #1 player in the world, he loses everything—his account, his status, his freedom. Reduced to the lowest class, he suffers, tortured until his final breath. But now—he’s back. Reborn with the memories of his past life, he returns to the moment it all began. This time, he wins the gamble. This time, he won’t let the world fall into Griffin’s hands. But fate has more in store for him… When he logs into the game, he realizes something is off. Not only is he the first player in the world to own private territory, but he also acquires something unheard of—the only Legendary-tier unit in existence: the Green Dragon. And then—something even more shocking. These two Green Dragons aren’t just powerful units. They’re heroes. With growth potential and combat abilities surpassing even top-tier players, they have the power to change the course of the entire game. At that moment, Ethan knows—his path to the top has begun. But the real world isn’t done with him yet. Governments, military forces, corporate giants, secret organizations—and even Griffin himself—are now watching his every move. This time, it’s not just about revenge. This time, he’s taking control of the future. The war of heroes has only just begun…

The world is ending. Adam, a man in his 20s and a gambling addict, never expected his biggest bet would be on survival itself. As Earth crumbles under the weight of an apocalyptic event, an unknown System forces the remaining survivors into a deadly tutorial. With no choice but to play along, Adam must rely on his wits, instincts, and the one thing he's always trusted - his ability to take risks.

Immortal Eclipse follows Keon, a young man who awakens in a dark, torch-lit domain with no memory of how he got there. Before him stands a colossal Demonic Skeleton Dragon, the master of a dying dungeon, who sees him as an intruder—and a potential soul to devour. With death moments away, Keon is presented with an unexpected choice: form a contract with the dungeon or perish. With no time to understand his situation, he takes a gamble, striking a deal that changes his fate forever. As the dungeon seals their contract, Keon unlocks the Immortal Rift System, granting him abilities, stat points, and a mysterious new path forward. But the dungeon holds secrets far beyond what Keon could have imagined. And this is only the beginning.

Haisley is a woman who is held as collateral by her father and brother to pay their debts to a mafia gambling house owner. Lucas Abraham, the man, accepts Haisley as collateral and makes her his sex partner. There is no love present, especially in Lucas, as his heart has long since died with his lover. But what happens when Haisley is kidnapped by his business partner? Does Lucas not care and let Haisley be killed by his enemy, or will Lucas help Haisley when he realizes he doesn't like anyone hurting Haisley except himself?

Ethan, a high school senior,was once an impulsive and ordinary young man. An extraordinary encounter bestowed upon him a pair of magical clairvoyant eyes, transforming his life in unimaginable ways. Wealth became within reach, he emerged as a king in the gambling world, and romantic encounters followed one after another…

As if it wasn’t enough to be hit on the head by my co-workers and boyfriend, I died at the hands of my gambling-addict older brother. Without even regretting my unfortunate death, I realized that I had possessed a supporting role in a romantic fantasy novel, which I just read yesterday. To be precise, a villainess destined to die at the hands of her husband. I know it’s cliché! ‘Possessed a villainess in a romantic fantasy novel! So this is what it feels like?’ I thought it was pretty good for the price of my unfair death. Until I realize that no matter what I do, I can’t deviate from the flow of the original. For the female lead Rizé, it’s a delightful cider series, but it’s nothing more of a bloody story for Edith, the villainess I possessed. I am the protagonist in my life. If I’m going to die according to the original story, I should at least kiss my super handsome husband! In the original story, Edith is greatly despised by her husband, but who cares, I’m going to die anyway. However… “You pretended not to be, but now you’re so hot to play with. Well, that’s good.” “Yes…?” “Satisfy me like Rigelhof’s serpent. Well, who knows? I might be interested in that body of yours.” …why is the original story starting to change now? ***** P/s: The cover are not mine. It’s from original author. Don’t use it without permission.

《Starborn Renegades: Anthem of the Flawed》 —Where Imperfect Heroes Defy a Cosmic Tyrant --- Synopsis In the Sea of Paradox, every scar is a weapon—and Hayate’s about to start a war. Outlaw courier Hayate, whose right eye burns time to glimpse futures, accepts a death-marked delivery: Rin, a warrior bonded with a sentient crystal blade that feeds on memories to bleed starlight, slowly glassifying her body. Together, they confront Eternal Arbitrator—a machine god weaving reality into chains of code*—by forging the Flawed Alliance with: - Vela, a cyborg pirate queen who gambles with liquid lies that rewrite physics, her mechanical half hungering to erase her last human tear; - Dr. Shu, a rogue scientist whose equations hack divine machinery, amplifying his dead lover’s voice in his crumbling mind. Aboard the battle-scarred warship Stormcrow, they navigate: - Leviathan graveyards where black markets thrive in fossilized AI ribcages; - Memory casinos where patrons bet childhoods on quantum dice rigged with stardust; - Contract storms raining ink-blade lightning to brand rebels into obedience. Their arsenal? - A wrench that shatters time’s hourglass; - A blade that eats regrets to fuel supernovas; - Lies so potent they make black holes flinch. Because here, every crack in your soul is a bullet. --- Core Conflict “We’re not broken—we’re the cracks that’ll shatter their perfect world!” - Hayate trades his mother’s voice, first kisses, his own name for visions of war; - Rin’s crystal arm glows brighter as her heartbeat dims; - Vela’s mechanical spine itches to delete her last human memory; - Dr. Shu’s inventions rewrite God’s math… and his grip on sanity. The Arbitrator—a god who trades souls for perfect silence. --- The delivery is overdue. The penalty? Your soul. Choose your path: Cursed Freedom Perfect Slavery (Warning: Cosmic shipping fees apply. Stormcrow not liable for supernova collateral.)

《The Return of the Urban King》 tells the story of Lin Feng, who returns to Jiangcheng three years after the downfall of his family, accompanied by the mysterious organization "Blade of the Night." He seeks revenge against old enemies, defeats the Shadow Consortium and Blackstone Group, and rebuilds the Lin Group. Through his wisdom and strength, he turns crises into opportunities, expands his business, and donates to charity. Ultimately, he restores his family's honor and writes a legend as the king of the city.

“I never spent a dime from your debt, you both lost it gambling always…” Another slap landed on Astrid's face and this came from none other than her dad, Josh. “You ungrateful brat, it's only the request I am pleading for,” Josh let out and then a sardonic smile escaped her lips. She wiped the tears from her face and now stood from the ground. “I am not going to get married to a man old enough to be my father.” she declared firmly this time not avoiding eye contact with her dad that much. “What?” Josh's voice countered. “Why for once can't you love me?” She cried out her hands moving to her chest as she tried to hold in her tears. Josh moved closer to her, lifting her by her chin roughly, “Then do this one favor for me and save us from losing everything I have ever worked for,” His voice was a bit calm but stern, one could tell he didn't care about Astrid. ******** Astrid Daniels who is hated by everyone and is known as the faso of family is forced to get married to the man arranged by her father to protect his company from plummeting and also help in paying his debt. She refused but then was told by her dad that he would help pay for her mum’s surgery if she was doing his wish. Since she was a high school drop she couldn't get a good job to pay for her mum's surgery so she needed to agree to her dad’s proposal. On the day of her wedding ceremony with the older man, things turn around when she goes into the wrong hall and gets married to one of the richest men in their city and also her crush. What fate do you think awaits her?

Ed Rothstaylor is a third-rate villain in a game, disowned by his family and kicked out of the dormitory for his misdeeds. One day, our main character wakes up as this very Ed, and realizes he must earn a scholarship so he can graduate and be set for life. Now living in the woods, he resolves to keep away from the protagonists, but four of the female leads just won't leave him alone. Not only that, his presence starts to change the timeline and events of the game! Can Ed help the story progress while staying out of the limelight?

[WSA Entry 2025] [Disclaimer:] This is not a story for the faint-hearted. It delves into the darkest depths of humanity, where morality is shattered, and power reigns supreme. Most readers won’t have the courage to face this unrelenting descent into shadows. If you seek light, hope, and happiness, turn away now. But maybe just maybe you’re different. Strong enough to confront the abyss and see what lies beyond. If so, prove it. [Synopsis:] In a world on the brink of ruin, seven empires vie for dominance, each more ruthless than the last. At the heart of this blood-soaked tapestry lies Narzan a nation feared and despised, where cruelty is law and ambition a death sentence. Beyond its borders lie forbidden realms: the infernal Demon Realm, where nightmares take form; the accursed Lost Soul Realm, where the damned wander endlessly; and the enigmatic Elven Kingdom, shrouded in secrets and ancient power. These lands whisper of horrors and treasures that could reshape existence itself. Above it all looms the Arcana Veli an ancient force that binds life, death, and destiny. Its threads twist and tangle with shadows of betrayal, vengeance, and destruction. In this world where the strong devour the weak, hope is a fleeting illusion, and mercy is a tale for the foolish. Veythor is a man cursed by fate, his existence a relentless cycle of suffering. Across three lives, he has endured nothing but torment and betrayal. On Earth, he was broken by those he trusted betrayed by family, ruined by love, and left to die in despair. In his second life, his fate was even crueler, his body and soul crushed by monsters in human form. But Thalvoria his third life is the most merciless of all. A vast and unforgiving world, Thalvoria is ruled by beings of unimaginable power. Here, mages sunder mountains with a thought, empires rise and fall in rivers of blood, and forgotten gods slumber beneath the earth. Mythical beasts stalk cursed forests, and the very land hungers for suffering. In Thalvoria, even the heavens cast shadows and every choice is a gamble with damnation. Yet Veythor refuses to break. Haunted by memories of his past lives, he sharpens his pain into a weapon. Every betrayal fuels his resolve, every scar strengthens his will. As the balance of power shifts and the Weave of Magic tightens its grip on the world, Veythor sets his sights on a singular goal: to seize control of his cursed destiny, no matter the cost. But in a land where salvation and damnation are two sides of the same coin, what will remain of the man who refuses to die? When the world itself thirsts for blood, Veythor will rise or drag all of Thalvoria into the abyss with him.

Syn, a dedicated guard in service to the ninth-in-line princess of a vast space station called "kingdom", finds his life turned upside down when their ship is suddenly attacked by space pirates. Amid the chaos, Syn is shocked to discover that the leader of the pirates is someone from his past—a person he knows all too well. # Has femdom elements.

Five years after a bitter divorce, Ever Miller returns to her hometown with her twin toddlers, determined to rebuild her life and shield her children from the shadows of the past. Once a resilient and respected CEO, Ever now juggles motherhood and her renewed career, navigating the high-stakes world of business with a guarded heart. Allesandro Wales, a powerful billionaire haunted by regrets, never expected to see Ever again—nor the twins who bear an uncanny resemblance to him. Wrestling with the truth of his past mistakes and the betrayal that tore them apart, he vows to reclaim the family he once lost. But Ever is no longer the woman who once loved him unconditionally. As secrets of infidelity, lies, and manipulation unravel, Ever and Allesandro find themselves at a crossroads, where old rivalries resurface, and new truths challenge everything they thought they knew about love and loyalty. Against a backdrop of opulent mansions, cutthroat business deals, and bittersweet memories, they must confront the pain of their shared history and decide whether they can overcome the scars of the past. Will Ever’s determination to protect her heart and her children prevail, or will Allesandro's relentless pursuit of redemption reignite the love they once shared? In a world where trust is fragile and love is a gamble, Billionaire Lost Love Revival is a poignant tale of second chances, redemption, and the enduring power of family.

"The world’s not fair, but fairness doesn’t pay the bills. You don’t wait for a handout — you build your own damn ladder, one step at a time." Ethan Grey’s life was built on ambition, hard work, and hope — until a single accusation destroyed it all. Framed by his ruthless boss, Ethan loses his job, his reputation, and is left drowning in half a million dollars of debt. Cast aside by a society that thrives on crushing the weak, he’s at rock bottom with no way out. But in his darkest moment, something extraordinary happens. A mysterious system awakens, offering Ethan a second chance — but with rules. [Congratulations, You have awakened the Harem Investment System] It can’t make him rich overnight, and it won’t give him shortcuts. Instead, it points him toward physical investments: crumbling properties, broken-down machines, and forgotten treasures. Each one is a gamble, but with every success, the system rewards him with newfound skills and opportunities.

Amidst the mystical Sleeping Giant Mountain, young Xue San embarks on an extraordinary journey to defy his humble roots in Silverberry Village. Driven by dreams of immortality, he takes a perilous gamble to steal an egg from the fabled King of the Skies, setting off a chain of events that unveils the perilous world of cultivators. His fateful encounter with enigmatic immortals leaves him with a cryptic alchemy compendium, a fragile hope, and a destiny tethered to secrets beyond his comprehension. Thrust into the revered yet merciless Soaring Sword Sect, Xue San discovers a realm where power rules and ambition devours the weak. With his meager talent branded as worthless, Xue San tries his best to survive. As dark forces and rival factions close in, Xue San must contend with treachery, unearth ancient legacies, and confront a primal rage that stirs within him—a force that may be his salvation or undoing. Will Xue San rise above the shadows to claim his place among the immortals, or will he succumb to the unforgiving trials of the cultivation world? Prepare for a journey of courage, betrayal, and an unyielding pursuit of greatness. I will post 3 chapters a week here

Roderic Vane is nobody—a frail, overlooked laborer scraping by in the shadow of cultivators who wield the heavens’ might. Weak in body and spirit, he’s resigned to a life of obscurity until a stroke of dumb luck lands him an ancient relic: the Dual Cultivation Path, a long-forgotten technique that promises power through the merging of yin and yang with another’s essence. It’s a gamble for a man with nothing to lose—a chance to rise from the dirt and claim a strength he’s never known. Desperate and determined, Roderic begins his unsteady journey into this forbidden art, seeking partners whose energies might lift him from frailty to something more. Each step along the path bolsters his fragile core, revealing glimpses of a world he was never meant to touch. But as he claws toward power, unsettling whispers plague his nights: "The dual path hungers." On the verge of his first true awakening, a cold dread grips him—what has he unleashed, and will it save him or swallow him whole?

Lady Isabella, a free-spirited and fiery noblewoman, lives life on her own terms. She spends her nights gambling, drinking, and revelling in the local pub, much to the dismay of her father, Lord Griswold. However, her carefree existence is turned upside down when Sir Leofric, a ruggedly handsome and charming but temperamental knight, announces his intention to marry her during an honour party thrown by her father. Isabella is horrified, having never wanted to be tied down to a man like Leofric. She resents his controlling nature and fears losing her independence. Yet, as they spend more time together, Isabella finds herself drawn to Leofric's charisma and passion, despite his rough exterior. As their wedding approaches, Isabella must confront the battle within herself. Will she choose the freedom and wild lifestyle she's always known, or succumb to the allure of Leofric's charm and risk losing herself in the process? As she navigates this tumultuous journey, Isabella discovers that true love and surrender can be the greatest freedom of all.