Scruffy Joes

Fame. Money. Love. All of this, Joe had for eighteen years, of his life. Until a tragic accident happened before the peak of his football career. Which destroyed it in only a few seconds. When everyone loved him, they left him alone, broken in a hospital bed. Before he could come back, he lost the last members of his family. Then his former club comes with allegations, of a broken contract from his fault, and he lost all the earned money. He was left, with nothing. For eight years, he lived from day to day studying, working, having rehabilitation for his injured knee. As they say, what one time is taken, is given back. As he accidentally becomes secretary of Megan Clark by everyone called Empress. His life changed drastically after it. He found love in his boss, who first say these words to him. ‘Secretary of the Empress’ is a story about love, which slowly grows in the main characters. Because of many things which they will meet in their journey of revenge and protecting each other. -------------------- While now great view on sky and city below show up, boss turned to me, and when she looked at my eyes, she said: “Joe, I have something to tell you.” “Yes, boss,” I said while looking at her eyes, and when she walked closer to me, we looked at each other eyes. She said, “I like you.” While hearing her words, I had no answer for this, and while I looked at her, I asked, “excuse me?” “I love you, I want you to be my boyfriend,” she said, and while I looked at her, I couldn’t believe that this has happened, and while my mind still processed her words, she looked at me, and then she said, “so what is your answer?” ------------------------- Daily upload at 8:30 and 18:00(server time) The cover is not mine.

Ela renasceu 11 anos no passado, quando tudo estava bem, sua família ainda estava viva e ela não tinha experimentado a dor da destruição. Como ela teve a chance de recomeçar, decidiu se vingar daqueles que a machucaram! Ela também usaria seu conhecimento e força para levar sua família a uma vida próspera. No entanto, ela tem um arrependimento: apesar de ter renascido, ela ainda acabou se casando com ele, um homem que era difícil de se aproximar...

``` Gu Huai'an, scion muda dari No. 01 Courtyard Manor, telah menjadi panglima tertinggi di Pusat Komando Penerbangan Naga pada usia yang sangat muda. Dia dikenal karena sikapnya yang dingin dan jarang tersenyum atau tertawa. Bukan hanya dari keluarga yang terhormat, ia juga merupakan permata yang tak terjangkau dari Mansion No. 01 Courtyard Beidu. Tiba-tiba suatu hari, ia mendengar seseorang memanggilnya "adik laki-laki". Ketika dia mengikuti suara itu, seorang gadis cantik dengan wajah acuh tak acuh bertanya, "Permisi, Tuan, apakah saya mengenal Anda?" Namun pada saat yang sama: 【Wah, adik laki-laki sangat tampan.】 【Ada gunung di luar gunung, bangunan di luar bangunan, tapi adik laki-laki tampan dan lembut.】 【Adik laki-laki, peluk!】 Gu Huai'an: …… Mulut gadis kecil itu, menipu seperti hantu. ********* Song Yunuan tertransmigrasi ke sebuah novel periode dan menjadi penjahat wanita kecil yang segera dieliminasi – sebuah peran terlalu kecil untuk menjadi lebih kecil. Pada hari pertamanya di dalam buku, dia berdiri di halaman Keluarga Song, berusaha keras mengingat mengapa seluruh Keluarga Song akan dihapuskan dalam cerita tersebut. Pada akhirnya, dia gagal menyadari ekspresi terpaku kolektif dari anggota Keluarga Song. Nanti... Ayahnya menjadi orang terkaya, kakaknya seorang pengacara top, adik laki-lakinya seorang ilmuwan, bibinya yang lebih muda seorang penyanyi, dan bahkan neneknya menjadi pemilik tanah. Dia sendiri berubah menjadi kekasih kesayangan semua orang. Song Yunuan: Apa yang terjadi dengan awal yang penuh neraka yang dijanjikan? ```

A magical 'Universal Toolbox' led Joe Ga into the arms industry. The complex and unpredictable nature of the world caused Joe Ga to gradually change his goals... "Sir, how did you end up here?" "I don't know, I just wanted to make some money at first, buy a house, marry a wife. But slowly, as more and more people appeared around me, my goals started to change." "So what are your goals now?" "Now, I just want to retire peacefully with my guys, really!"

The world follows a strict RPG-like class system—every person is assigned one class for life, and changing classes is impossible. That is, until the protagonist, Noctis, a warmonger from Earth, stumbles upon the Providence System right before his death. It’s an ancient relic left behind by the “Players”—beings who once had unlimited class selection but mysteriously vanished. Now, he alone holds the power to change fate, but as he grows stronger, he realizes that the world itself might be more than he could ever imagine. Plot progression: Volume 1: Godbrand(ongoing) I’ll try to upload 2-3 chapters daily with each chapter reaching above 1k in terms of pure word count. It’ll be definitely be pushing towards progression and adventure and action along with a decent focus on character development rather than smut or romance.(I’m not saying that there won’t be romance, it’ll definitely be there when there’s time for it!) What you can expect: •A battle loving MC that is definitely smarter than your average Joe but definitely isn’t a true genius. •Great depth in terms of monster fights. •Well thought out characters. •A decent try at making the world feel alive and lived in.

[By the Studio that brought you {Murim Login}!} The character with the highest difficulty and the worst performance, Baek Yuseol, was considered a trash character in-game because he could not use magic in a fantasy setting where everyone else could. However… [Because the wrong ending has been reached, 90% of Aether World has been destroyed.] [Please reach the "True Ending."] Suddenly, those words echoed in my mind before I was transmigrated to the Aether World. [You can use the skill "Blink."] “Just why did I possess this character?” Blink was the only magic skill I had. Surviving in Stella Academy among genius mages, I became the notorious Blink Mage.

A love story filled with passion, promises, and heartbreak. Tina and Joe fight their own battles while holding onto each other-until broken promises push one of them to the edge. When love is tested beyond its limits, will they find a way back or lose each other forever? Some promises heal, others destroy. Are you ready to find out which ones last?

In a decaying city where the powerful prey on the powerless, *Liam Carter*—a broke janitor with nothing but a mop and a mountain of debt—discovers a tattered journal in the trash. Its pages, scrawled by a homeless man named *Old Joe*, hold brutal truths: *“Fear is fuel. Pain is a teacher. And even the weakest can burn empires.”* When Liam’s younger sister *Mia*—chronically ill and running out of time—becomes collateral in a corrupt politician’s scheme, he has two choices: die quietly or fight dirtier. Armed with guerrilla tactics from Old Joe’s journal and a **survival instinct** sharpened by desperation, Liam wages war against the **Iron Fist Gang**, their billionaire puppeteers, and the broken system that wants him dead. But survival has a cost. Every victory leaves scars. Every ally—a cynical nurse, a retired boxer, a hacker teen—demands loyalty Liam isn’t sure he can give. And as he rises from janitor to folk hero, Liam must answer the question haunting Old Joe’s journal: “Will you be a spark… or the wildfire that consumes everything?”

An alpha leaves his pack behind for only two reasons: to die or to find his fated mate. Ryder Asherman, the young alpha of Luna’s Sentinels, must follow the winding road that will take him to the big city, since that’s where his fate awaits. But all his well-laid plans fall through when he realizes that finding his mate in this glass and stone jungle will be far from easy. His fated partner is out of his reach, locked away in the tallest building in the city from where he leads his army of human servants. Ryder will not give up; he must find a way to reach this man, no matter what it takes. While he’s in the city, however, he needs to act like the city dwellers he despises. Therefore, when such a human who introduces himself as Average Joe approaches him with the direct question – ‘Would you sleep with me?’ – his answer is yes. After all, he needs a roof over his head here, no matter how much he loves the open sky.

In Turkey, Joseph Ilyas is a household name, a musician whose songs resonate with people from all walks of life. His melodies have found a permanent place in the hearts of many. Yet, beneath the surface of fame and fortune lies the typical life of a high-class singer, with all its trappings. Joe, as he is affectionately known, has always had a way with women. His charisma and charm make it effortless for him to win the affection of those he desires. He's accustomed to being the one who calls the shots when it comes to matters of the heart. That is, until he has an unexpected encounter at one of his concerts that alters the course of his life. A moment before one of his performance, Joe locks eyes with Shea, a devoted fan who he accidentally meet and drawing Joe in like never before. In that moment, something shifts within him, and he finds himself falling in love for the very first time. But this newfound emotion brings with it a unique set of challenges. Joe, who is used to effortlessly pursuing romantic conquests, now faces the daunting prospect of winning over Shea's heart. He wonders if he can truly connect with her on a deeper level, beyond the adoration of his fame. As their relationship develops, Joe is confronted with a choice. Will he be able to break free from his past patterns and prove his love for Shea is genuine? Or will she become just another entry in the long list of women who have fallen for Joe's irresistible charm, only to be left behind as part of his "Joe's girls collection"? This story delves into the complexities of love, fame, and personal transformation, as Joseph Ilyas embarks on a journey to discover if he can rewrite the narrative of his romantic life and make a meaningful connection with Shea.

Captain Joe Bower, Berryville’s seasoned captain, starts receiving anonymous letters that hint at unsolved crimes from the past. The letters, meticulously detailed and eerily accurate, lead Joe on a twisted journey through a series of cold cases that have haunted their city and surrounding cities for years. The messages not only unveils a new piece of the puzzle but also exposes the dark underbelly of the city he thought he knew.

To get things started I would like to admit that this story does not bring much new to the table when it comes to the over-saturated Litrpg genre in terms of things like mechanics and power systems. Then what exactly am I trying to bring to the table with this work? A nice slow-paced novel about people maturing and growing older think of it as the re: zero or jobless reincarnation of Litrpgs. A story that tries to take into consideration how a worldwide system would affect the economics and culture of a world. A story that is much more character-focused than the typical heavy progression-focused novels this genre is known for. The RPG system, like any good power system, is there to actually explore the themes of the story and not just as a plot device for characters to get stronger. This is a story where we will see the growth of the Mc from being a baby to when he dies of old age. With plenty of heart-racing actions and intriguing plot developments along the way. Exploring themes like; What does it mean to improve at something and what does it mean to mature as a person?  How does magic,  the constant threat of monsters and people so much stronger than the average joe that they can destroy countries affect one's culture both on the micro and the macro scale? How people are affected by the culture in general? Generational trauma Nature vs Nurture Talent vs hard work  What is morality, society, and people's opinions on both? What does it mean to be human and what does it mean to be alive in the context of a world with multiple sapient species vastly different from one another in basic biology? All these questions are going to be explored from multiple angles using the system as a catalyst for those discussions. So if any of does questions sound interesting to you what are you waiting for, I'm sure you are going to love this story. PS - Chapters come out every Friday at about the same time.

A lost kingdom. A hidden past. A fate she never saw coming. When Rosella and her brother Romeo receive a mysterious gift on his fifteenth birthday, a cryptic message changes everything: The lost princess must return. Joe, the hunter who raised them, finally reveals the truth—he found them as children in the ruins of Victoria, a kingdom that vanished without a trace. Now, with the past calling and dangers lurking in the shadows, Rosella must uncover the truth before time runs out. Because someone is still searching for her. And they won’t stop until they find her.

Zane Cole is an average Joe working in a customer service call center for rental cars, one day he was zoning off while crossing the road and out of nowhere a truck lost control and struck him, sending him on his way to the afterlife, or so he thought. Follow Zane or Ominous as he is called in his new-found life as he struggles to survive in the abyss. NOTICE : I hope you like this book, if you have any comment or wish to communicate with me do not shy away from commenting. --------------------------------------------------- You can have a peak at what some characters look like in one of my comments below --------------------------------------------------- patreon.com/AtlasWolf381

Participant of WSA 2025. Update rate 2 chaps a day. From an average joe to an overgrown super soldier? Check! From a corvette to a 32 km long juggernaut? Check! From six battlebrothers to a full on armada? Check! An Imperial Grand Duchess aka a sucubuss babe? F*cked! A vamp mommy and a werewolf noona that come paired with theyre daughters? F*cked! In this self satisfying fiction for those that dig super soldiers and spaceships a man makes the ultimate gamble deciding to bet ewrything on a slim chance of making Into the exciting future. This Is a story of living youre life to fullest, getting laid, getting dead ass drunk, stoned as f*ck and blasting youre way through the cosmos basically its d*ugs, s*x, rock and roll and a lot of fighting, like a lot of f*cking fighting as certain greenskins would say d*ka, a lot d*ka like really, really really lot d*ka.

After Joe Cameron dies, he wakes up in a place he can't understand. He's given a Divine System and sent on a big adventure to make a new world. With these powers, Joe crafts humanity, molds the earth, and forges the heavens above. But while he's making everything, there are problems that threaten his god-like status. Follow Joe on a huge journey of making life, facing death, and trying to figure out why he's here in "What I become A God?."

Andrea’s life changes the moment she meets Joe, her devastatingly handsome gym instructor. With his irresistible charm and sculpted body, he becomes the center of her fantasies, a desire she can’t control. She thought she could keep it a secret—until Joe disappears, leaving her heart aching and her thoughts consumed. Months later, Andrea walks through her front door, only to face the unimaginable: Joe is back, standing beside her mom, smiling as her new fiancé. The man Andrea craved is now the man she must call family. What begins as awkward glances and lingering tension quickly spirals into something darker. Andrea is caught between her forbidden longing and the fear of destroying her family. Every encounter with Joe becomes a test of control, but her feelings refuse to fade. Will Andrea bury her desires and protect the people she loves, or will the pull of temptation lead to a secret that could shatter everything?

Due to her family's worsening financial situation and the need to pay off her late father's debts, Isabella Quinn was forced to agree to a marriage proposal offered by Juliana Brown, to marry her son, Hunter William Brown, who had disabilities including paralysis and impotence. At that time, she had a boyfriend, Joe Fernando. However, she convinced Joe that the marriage was only temporary and that one day they would be together again. But when the marriage took place, Isabella was shocked to discover that Hunter was not as afflicted as she had thought. This fact left her feeling trapped, confused, and lacking the courage to tell either Joe or Juliana. What did she find out? Was it something that could make her fall in love with Hunter? Or the opposite? And what about Joe, who remained loyal while waiting for her?

Joe always had everything within his reach, he never felt the need to fight for anything or anyone and even his family never expected him to do anything outstanding with his life. However, his life took a 180-degree turn on the night of his 18th birthday when he became an Asura, an elite group endowed with supernatural powers. But Joe must discover for himself his powers where successes and failures are always present without forgetting the reconstruction of his clan from scratch and the negative effects of becoming stronger.

Have you ever experienced a day so bad you just died? Tell me about it. There I was, this scrawny high schooler always on the receiving end of bullying, and then boom, I'm playing hero to this little kid about to be pancake city beneath some wheels. And here's the kicker—I take the hit instead. Talk about instant payback. But instead of coming to in the back of an ambulance or, you know remaining a goner, my eyes pop open to this huge shiny blue moon, some celestial messenger in gleaming gear, and a set of stairs made out of actual starlight. So, it wasn't just bad luck that left me flattened out like a human pancake—I was picked. Chosen by who, you ask? Well, a super spooky mouthless and noseless god of eldraen decided I was the lucky one to get a big fat destiny plopped on me as if it was some group project I never asked for. Turns out, I'm meant to be the "Child of Starlight," the sole individual who's got the chops to take down the Dark Lord Hadeon, who's come back from the dead. And this Hadeon guy? He's not your average Joe wizard; he's the most powerful sorcerer there's ever been. Okay so typically, this is where I'd freak out and bolt. But something's up. Turns out, magic's a real thing. And guess what? I've got it. Not parlor tricks, either. I'm wielding power I never dreamed of..." Okay so here's the sticky part. Hadeon isn't just strong – man, that guy's is also way too tough, and he's got this bunch of followers convinced that reviving him is top-notch. What about me? I used to be the kid nobody noticed in high school, plus I've got this chatty sky-being giving me advice, a realm that's giving me side-eye, and not a single tip on being the brave one. Still, I didn't stick around after kicking the bucket just to watch everything go down the drain. Hadeon's looking for a brawl? Alright, let's have it out. We'll see who's the boss.

Prudence Marvel, the firstborn of the Lane Marvel clan and second-in-command of the mafia enterprise, is on the verge of assuming a new role within the Lane Marvel crime syndicate. However, just as the moment approached, an unexpected turn of events exposed her vulnerability, leading to her loss of position due to the passing of her father, the boss. The family endures a significant loss, and a new leader emerges, someone who dismisses her family's legacy. Prudence conducts an inquiry and uncovers that the murderer of her father is, predictably, the self-proclaimed new mafia boss. Her adversary, Vixen Joe. She swears an oath and embarks on a quest to avenge her father's death and reclaim what was rightfully hers. However, her journey ends in failure and ultimately leads to her demise. A shameful end finds her on her knees before her sworn enemy. This man not only murdered her father and stripped her of everything she cherished but also caused her own bloodshed. Though her life ends, her spirit receives a second opportunity for vengeance. Her soul is reborn in the body of Enim Zoon. However, this opportunity seemed undeserving. Why? The body she inhabits belongs to the mistress of the man she considers her sworn enemy. How could she achieve her goal when she wasn't only placed in the body of his mistress, but also faced the revelation that Vixen wasn't the true villain behind her downfall? Instead, it was someone else entirely. The individual with the silver mask. Was she truly granted just 61 days left to exist on Earth? How might she fulfill her mission once more? Could this reincarnation foster a fresh bond between her and Vixen? Will her animosity persist, or will her affection endure? Despite being in a new body, can she uncover the secrets that were hidden from her? Vixen Joe, a devoted follower of Prudence's father, ultimately rises to prominence, assuming the role of the Mafia world's king. However, after his master's death, his regime begins to falter, and he is soon accused of the murder. Unaware of the circumstances surrounding the death, he finds himself manipulated by an enigmatic figure who possesses his deepest secret and holds him responsible for his master's demise. To cope with the overwhelming anguish, he seeks solace in a new mistress, hoping she might ease his suffering. Unexpectedly, this new mistress offers him an unfamiliar experience, distinct from those of his past companions. What made her so unique? For some reason, he couldn't quite grasp why she intrigued him yet also seemed a bit more troubling than he anticipated. Now, he must uncover the reality of who this mysterious woman truly is.

Linggis Joe, a hybrid class hunter specializing in both support and swordsmanship, had one goal in life: stay under the radar and live comfortably. Despite being a skilled swordsman, he intentionally downplayed his abilities to maintain his role as a support, avoiding attention from superiors who might assign him to high-profile parties filled with Rank S hunters. For Linggis, fame, rank promotions, or extra money were unnecessary. The steady salary of a Rank A hunter was more than enough. Linggis spent most of his days analyzing the lives of Rank S and SS hunters through social media or observing them during raids—not out of admiration, but to ensure he stayed far away from their chaotic world. All he wanted was a quiet, predictable life without the burden of joining elite parties or dealing with the responsibilities that came with them. But his peaceful existence shattered during a raid. A spear, thrown by a renowned hunter, ricocheted off a monster and flew toward him. In his attempt to avoid it, Linggis fell into a deep abyss within the dungeon. When he woke up, he was no longer in his world. His system had been replaced with the Pure System, resetting all his levels to zero. Now, he couldn’t rely on the usual methods of leveling up; instead, he had to improve through conventional means like training and perseverance. To make matters worse, the system had assigned him the role of a villain. If he refused, the system would kill him. Trapped in this new reality, Linggis Joe must confront heroes sent to stop him while trying to navigate a world that despises him. Can Linggis Joe survive in a world that demands his downfall? Or will he succumb to the villainous role forced upon him?

In the bustling urban jungle, where adrenaline runs high and hearts beat faster than ever, he's not just your average Joe. No, he's the Super Soldier King, feared by all, known as the deadly Falcon! But fate takes a surprising turn when a mission brings him back to the city, not to conquer, but to protect his stunning fiancée. And just like that, the cityscape shifts, and the whirlwind of urban intrigue begins to dance to his tune!

The need for the next guardian is here, Evil and his disciples are about to awake from their slumber. Joe who is an orphan will meet up with his destiny to be the next guardian

O quê você faria se tivesse super poderes? Seria um herói? Um vilão? Um mercenário? Ou viveria sua vida tranquilamente apesar disso? Joe escolheu seguir o caminho do heroísmo. Ele escolheu proteger quem ele ama a qualquer custo. Isto significa ser um herói. Mas e quando o custo chegar, será ele capaz de arcar com isto? A jornada de Joe começa aqui, com os Mirai. Quando encontraram aquele homem na cratera, acreditaram estar fazendo parte de algo incrível, de algo único. E a vida é isto, algo incrível, único. E também trágico, deplorável, e os Mirai devem aprender isso, seja por bem ou por mal. Venha conosco, e acompanhe a jornada amaldiçoada dos Mirai, lutando contra um mistério que vai além do próprio Tempo!

Gu Huai'an, a young scion of the No. 01 Courtyard Manor, had become the chief commander at Dragon Aviation Command Center at a very young age. He was known for his cold demeanor and seldom smiled or laughed. Not only did he come from a distinguished family, but he was also the unattainable gem of Beidu No. 01 Courtyard Mansion. Suddenly one day, he heard someone calling him "little brother." When he followed the voice, a pretty girl with an indifferent face asked, "Excuse me, sir, do I know you?" Yet at the same time: 【Wow, little brother is so handsome.】 【There are mountains beyond mountains, buildings beyond buildings, but little brother is handsome and gentle.】 【Little brother, hug!】 Gu Huai'an: …… The little girl's mouth, deceptive as a ghost's. ********* Song Yunuan transmigrated into a period novel and became a minor villainess who was soon eliminated – a role too small to be smaller. On her first day in the book, she stood in the Song family courtyard, trying hard to recall why the entire Song family would be wiped out in the story. In the end, she failed to notice the collective petrified expressions of the Song family members. Later… Her father became the richest man, her brother a top lawyer, her younger brother a scientist, her younger aunt a singer, and even her grandmother became a landlady. She herself turned into everyone's beloved darling. Song Yunuan: What happened to the hellish start I was promised?

Little Joe In the enchanting kingdom of Tallindorie, Little Joe is a spirited boy from a humble farming family, living a life of simplicity and joy. Despite facing rejection due to his modest background, he remains blissfully unaware of the harsh realities of life. His days are filled with secret training sessions with his father, indulging in hearty meals, and earnestly trying to make friends. But everything changes after a fateful encounter at school. When Joe bravely saves the teenage children of a powerful baron, he not only earns their friendship but also receives a mysterious gift that alters the course of his life. Later, after much suffering, fate thrusts Joe into the spotlight, drawing the attention of the lords from neighboring cities who see in him the potential to become a local defender. However, Joe’s dreams reach far beyond the accolades of knighthood. He aspires to be a true hero, someone who can make his parents proud, uplift his small town of Dhaubania, and stand against the corruption and injustices that plague the nobility in the kingdom of Tallindorie. Meanwhile, in the real world, Lowo N'air, a young orphan, is caught in the web of two scientists with dark ambitions. One is a pharmaceutical magnate seeking the perfect herb to create an innovative medicine, while the other is a portal technology developer searching for new worlds to conquer. Both seek the power to reshape reality, but their pursuits risk plunging the world into chaos. Fate takes an unexpected twist with the arrival of SIME, a System of Intelligent Multiple Choices. Due to a critical error, the system distorts the characters' desires in unimaginable ways. Little Joe, who once dreamed of becoming the greatest fighter, finds himself connected to a bugged system that strips him of all his abilities, leaving him at the lowest level of degradation, and only grants him insanely useless skills as rewards. As if that weren't enough, Joe also suffers from the bizarre ability to lay golden eggs—a power that brings him wealth but at the cost of his dignity. On the other hand, Lowo N'air, who longed for riches, is granted the potential to become a formidable warrior. Realizing they belong to different worlds yet are connected by shared technology, Joe and Lowo N'air become disillusioned with the absurd swap of their dreams. United in their frustration, Joe resolves to challenge and modify the very System that altered his destiny, while Lowo rebels, believing that no one should have the power to dictate their dreams.

A sci-fi novel about a man who was an average Joe, thrust into an apocalypse that throws their understanding of the world upside down. They are made to contend with the fact that they could very well be the reincarnation of a being feared by the entire universe that has know the world he is entering not as an apocalypse but as life itself.

On the border of a kingdom named Caradel in a deep and great forest a man could be seen running, being chased by a group of men wearing armor as arrows flew in the air. One striking true to its target striking the man in the shoulder nevertheless the man continued running. The man named Baranor, a young man who had orange eyes black hair and tanned skin with a slight scruffy beard was running for his life while thinking to himself. 'How did this happen?!' Baranor running out of air feeling exhausted, and the blood flowing from his shoulder running down his back mixing with his sweat, Baranor stared in front of him only to see a drop off nearly 100 meters in front of him. The men behind him also seemed to notice that Baranor was running out of time, as nearly every single one of them let out a grin, as they approached the edge Baranor slowed to a halt, as did the men behind him. "Give up prince! Just accept what's to come, after all the throne is no longer yours to inherit!" Said the man leading the soldiers "I will never! Not after what you did to my men, not after what he did to my father!" Baranor replied "Hmph! So be it, I offer you life just for you to accept death" The man stated "Life? Life! you offer me death now or later, do you really think i'd be stupid enough to hand over the throne after witnessing your coupe against my father!" Baranor replied "Hmm, it seems your unwilling even till the end, Very well, Archer's! Fire!" The man commanded Baranor was now stuck between a rock and a hard place either jump off the cliff to a seemingly doomed fate or accept the fate that the man in front of him was offering. As he thought what he should do he heard the command the man spouted feeling the stress of the situation and his adrenalin nearly running out he decided. He'd rather die by his own hands than give the man in front of him that satisfaction! As he thought this he immediately took a step back falling to his doom. The man not expecting this looked rather confused only for his face to twist into a grin. 'Finally! Good riddance my dear prince!' The man said as he looked as the boy fell through the tough branches of the trees below Baranor looking up at one of the men that betrayed him thought to himself 'Is this how i really die? Well what can i say, i tried, i gave it my all.......' As Baranor was accepting his fate he thought back on his life only to be filled with rage 'No! I refuse to accept this laying down! Quintin I will come for you! I will come for all those who dare raise their sword to their king! No matter what! even if i have to accept a deal from the devi-' that was the last thought Baranor had before he hit the ground When Baranor hit the ground he didn't even feel the pain, just the shock, as it traveled through his body as his eyes slowly blurred he built up all his will to not pass out 'I refuse! I have to keep moving!' Baranor thought as he turned his body over back up When Baranor was starting to lose hope he started to hear faint whispers as he looked at the direction the whispers came he saw a cave, almost as if the whispers were drawing him in he forced himself to crawl and keep crawling, no matter what Baranor refused to stop crawling. Finally when Baranor arrived to where he heard the faint whispers they became louder almost screaming in his head as he saw it, a ring, resting on what looked to be an ancient place holder for it. Baranor grabbed the ring and lay on his back as he gathered his strength and said "My Fate! Is my own!" As he slid the ring on his finger. -------------------- -Author here Just a quick disclaimer! This novel is heavily inspired by lord of the rings if you couldn't tell also it's because i only ever saw one other story on a ring.

During a school trip, Joe finds himself in a deadly race against nine classmates to save his sister, Hannah, and their friends from a mysterious captor. As they battle against time and each other, Joe must navigate treacherous challenges and confront his fears to rescue Hannah before it’s too late.