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In a world where superpowers are common, heroism has become the biggest industry, with top heroes standing as untouchable icons. But not all heroes are superstars—some are just background extras. Adam Vance is one of them. As a mere E-Class sidekick with a weak ability, he's nothing more than a glorified errand boy for a D-Class hero who barely qualifies as one himself. Underpaid, overlooked, and mocked, Adam knows this world dosent care about nobodies like him. But everything changes when a powerful villain rampages through the city, and Adam gets his time to shine. With civilians in danger and a child trapped under rubble, Adam faces a choice: walk away like a nobody or step up like a hero. Charging into battle with nothing but determination and his so called useless power, Adam unknowingly sets into motion events that will shake the entire hero world. As he rises, so do the challenges. Media observation, jealous rivals, corrupt organizations, and hidden truths about the hero industry all threaten to break him before he can even touch greatness. This is the story where he stops being a sidekick—and starts carving his own legend. *** Additional tags #Showbiz #Gritty Realism #Hero Society #Hidden Potential #Live Broadcast Battles #Overcoming Limits *** I hope you enjoy reading this. [WPC-March-2025 Entry!!]

A novel bout a young boy from a struggling family and his rise to football stardom entailing all his struggles, drama, difficulties and choices through the help of a system. P.S: no face slapping or cliche OP Ness. Authors note: thank you so much guys for joining the club, it's my first novel and English is my second language. So please bear with the errors and give me feedbacks to improve the novel, thanks a lot guys for the support. The first few chapters may have some minor grammatical errors and might be short (nothing big) like I said above ☝️. I've been trying to fix as many errors as possible but there might be a few ( I'm a human being). I post one chapter daily # support ********** This novel is a work of fiction. While it references real organizations, locations, and events, the characters, storylines, and specific depictions are created by the author. The names, characteristics, and actions of individuals within the story are purely fictional and any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is coincidental. This work is not endorsed by, nor affiliated with, any football club, league, or organization. All references to real teams, events, or organizations are used for fictional purposes, and the portrayals within this book do not reflect real-world actions, views, or affiliations.

DESTINY GAMES. It has been 85 years since Earth-11 became aligned with Yggdrasil and 73 years since Icon became the first demigod from Earth. Icon, as the first demigod, was privileged to weave the thread of fate for everyone. He was supposed to cut off Yggdrasil and free Earth-11 from the grasps of the other Earths and their god kings. That's why everyone helped him climb the tower of Destiny. But instead of ridding earth of Yggdrasil, he turned the destiny of mankind into seven rings of immortality.  The first ring was for the immortality of power. The second was for the immortality of the knowledge. The third, fourth, fifth, and sixth were for the immortality of the mind, energy, body, and soul. The last ring, the ring of the paragon, was made to rule them all.  Icon kept the ring of the paragon for himself and became a dictator. He ruled with an iron fist for many years. His was a reign of terror. But he was eventually vanquished by the collective effort of the world.  It has been 62 years since then. Icon is no more, but the damage he had done still remains. Earth-11 is still connected to Yggdrasil. The deadly games of the Tower of Destiny still remain, and the fight for the seven rings of immortality still continues.  Kelvin Thorn has just awakened his ability. It came at a good time too since he is running for his life. The ability he awakened saved him, but it came with a cost. He must climb the tower of destiny under the witness of the whole world and accumulate destiny, or he will die.  His situation is not unique. Everyone that awakens, which is mostly everyone, must climb the tower of destiny. It is one of the curses that Icon left behind before he died. But Thorn is different because the seventh ring found him.  The tower of destiny is where everyone granted power by destiny, be they humans, non-humans, or otherworlders, must fight in games of might, skill, and knowledge to gather the power of destiny. They will either die or eventually overcome death. Kelvin will be one of the latest in the line of billions of others in this struggle. DISCORD: https://discord.com/invite/Ku2gqaHz

The martial world always remembers legends. There are songs, poems, and paintings dedicated to heroes whose blades split mountains — and villains whose names still terrify children at night. Every generation has its icons, figures whose actions reshape history itself. It does not, however, know what to do with Yeung Ryo. Raised by a master who openly regrets ever meeting him, Ryo is less a disciple and more a walking catastrophe. Part genius, part pest, and pure trouble, his name spreads not through honor or fear — but through exhausted sighs and repair bills. When not being punished for his latest stunt, he can be found robbing rich clans, stuffing his face with stolen buns, or playing hide and seek with his own shadow clones — because why not? With one foot in greatness and the other in nonsense, Ryo has earned a title few in the martial world could ever achieve: The Scourge of the Martial Alliance. Ryo squinted down at the scroll someone had left behind on the desk of the house he had just broken into. “Who the hell wrote this?” he muttered, mouth still full of steamed bun crumbs raining down onto the paper. “Clearly, they got it wrong — I don’t have one foot in greatness…” He grinned wide, voice full of misplaced confidence. “I am greatness!” And with that, he pocketed the scroll, stole another bun, and jumped out the window.

In a world divided by conflict and distrust, two young people from opposite backgrounds find themselves in unlikely circumstances. Sakura, a skilled warrior from a noble clan, and Hiroshi, a humble craftsman with the gift of music, are bound together by fate when their paths cross in the midst of an impending war. As they fight to protect their loved ones and their own ideals, a deep and intense connection blossoms between them. Tangled in a web of intrigue and betrayal, Sakura and Hiroshi must face deadly challenges as they cling to the promise of a future together, where hope and love transcend the barriers of time and society. In this epic story of romance and courage, they will discover if the power of love really can transform the world around them.

In a world divided by conflict and distrust, two young people from opposite backgrounds find themselves in unlikely circumstances. Sakura, a skilled warrior from a noble clan, and Hiroshi, a humble craftsman with the gift of music, are bound together by fate when their paths cross in the midst of an impending war. As they fight to protect their loved ones and their own ideals, a deep and intense connection blossoms between them. Tangled in a web of intrigue and betrayal, Sakura and Hiroshi must face deadly challenges as they cling to the promise of a future together, where hope and love transcend the barriers of time and society. In this epic story of romance and courage, they will discover if the power of love really can transform the world around them.

For a month, Eve has been seeking for a divorce from her mate who she’d been marrried to—the man she found out she was pregant for. They were after her life and regardless of the fact she was his mate, she couldn’t live. She knew too much about them. Her life was going to come to an end when her very ex-husband, her mate, tricked her into a job—a work that was finally going to cost her life. But all that changes when she sought protection fom a man, a lone alpha—strongest, wealthiest, that even the leader of the pack was below him. But if there was anything else this man was, it was…Frightening in a way she never imagined. Oh, but Malakai Salvatore was still just a man after all. He had secrets. And his secrets was something Eve never saw coming. Perharps…he wasn’t exactly the protection she needed. Because if anyone found out what he had hidden, Malakai Salvatore wouldn’t die alone. She had been implicated and bounded to him.

Hirato Yamashita, an introverted otaku who spent his days watching his favorite shows, singing ani-songs, and escaping into the worlds of 2D heroes Made fun of by his classmates and peers, branding him a delusional obsessed wierdo for his burning passion towards the things he loves, with the only one standing by him, Ayaka Hoshino, his childhood friend who saw past his quirks He had the lifestyle of a loner heading straight for regret later in his life But everything changed on his early days of high school One afternoon on the school's rooftop, Hirato stumbled upon an icon who would forever changed his life For the first time, he felt an aspiration so intense that he could not contain Armed with nothing but his fiery otaku passion, Hirato decided to embark on a new journey

"Lugh woke up to find that he had transmigrated to a hundred million years later. Earth was now in the midst of a magical era, where mages were icons of nobility, commanding the energies of the world and unleashing devastating spells. Despite his transmigration, Lugh realized that he was a piece of trash when it came to magic, but just as he was giving up on being a mage, he realized in shock that the world’s magics were written in English! Unimaginable power could be obtained when the incantations are read. Saying Thousandfold Meditation accelerated training by ten thousand times, allowing one to reach the level of Archwizard in a single day. Likewise, saying Super Flame Dragon would conjure a divine dragon of flames that stood ten thousand meters tall, while Billion Thunderbolts would summon dark clouds, with a billion thunderbolts descending upon a target in the blink of an eye. Hence, with this special talent, Lugh became the youngest God of Mystics in the era of magic under a year! "

Yuuto Sakurai, a 19-year-old high school failure, spends his days devouring wish-fulfillment stories. One night, he stumbles across yet another "LHS" novel-where the protagonist is insanely overpowered but insists on acting like a weakling. His needless self-sabotage ruins his image, social life, hurts those around him, all because it's the so-called "right thing to do." Frustrated, Yuuto burns the book, cursing its stupidity, and goes to bed. Then he wakes up... as the main character?!

Sakura Suzuki has always prioritised her friendship with Mia Yoshino, even when it meant burying her own heart. In their second year of college, both girls fall for Haru Soma, but when Mia confesses her feelings, Sakura chooses loyalty over love, silently stepping aside to help Mia win his affection. Years later, on Mia and Haru’s wedding day, the carefully constructed facade shatters. In a shocking turn of events, Haru kisses Sakura—the maid of honour—and confesses a long-hidden truth: "It was always you, Sakura," he said softly, his voice rough. "I've always loved you. Not Mia. You." Guilt and longing consume Sakura as she grapples with the revelation. That night, she makes a wish at 11:11—and wakes up nine years earlier, back in college, on the day she first met Haru. Given a second chance, Sakura is determined to claim the love she sacrificed—but rewriting the past is far more complicated than she imagined. Her choices start to unravel everything she once knew. Friendships are tested, hearts are broken, and Sakura must confront the painful truth: Pursuing her own happiness could cost her everything she holds dear. Will she find the love she's always dreamed of, or will her second chance destroy the very life she hoped to protect?

Even as a child, Sakura sees herself as different than the other kids. Instead of playing and running around as the other normal kid does, she preferred sitting quietly in her seat and reading some of her (?) books. Just like she always says, “grown-ups always do this.” However, after experiencing a strange event, in which she felt an unknown emotion, she couldn't just live like the way she was thinking, she's more of a grown-up than the kids her age. “I felt my chest in a flame, and every spark of its fire prevented me from breathing. It felt too hot but it also felt suffocating as though I fell into deep water and desperately swam up. If I'd got stuck here and never get to the surface, I was certain it would leave me nothing but burns and suffocation.”

[WARNING: MATURE CONTENT 21+// She Hates Me, But She's Mine in EVERY Way] “No… I won't.” “Oh, petal, I wasn't asking. You WILL marry me.” **** Dr. Kiyomi, a neurosurgeon rogue lycan, lives in & never leaves the human hospital— the safest place for her. That’s until a high-profile mafia surgery goes wrong and she’s blamed for it despite being on leave. Suddenly the limelight is on her, forcing her rare last name back into the memories of people who have long wanted her dead — the Bogdan Lycans. As if that isn't enough, the Ivanov Russian mob is after her with vengeance in their hearts. Scared, Kiyomi leaves the hospital pretending to be a night-shift male nurse — which works, only for her to be kidnapped at the hospital’s entrance, by the cruel lycan queen’s guards who drag her to the queen Sakura’s human home. — — — Sakura Watanabe; the soulless crazy queen known to screw up everyone for fun. She ruins everything she touches and sucks the life out of everyone around her. She is bad, cruel, and a menace who does whatever she wants, however, and whenever she wants it. When she hears of Dr. Kiyomi’s misfortunes, she is curious to see what will make that lycan break, and orders that Kiyomi be brought to her, so she can sign the infamous Sakura contract that always leaves the signee dead, dead and dead. What Sakura doesn't factor in is the fact that the woman who walks through her door is her soulmate. And even worse is the desire she gets to protect Kiyomi. Not one to relent in the hands of fate, Sakura forces Kiyomi to sign the oppressive contract. What happens when Sakura's heart starts beating for Kiyomi, and she goes after everyone who hurt her soulmate? Will she cancel the contract and embrace love, or will she stay the stoic soulless queen with nothing to live for? And even better, how long can Sakura fight fate?

Rahmat, a 30-year-old Indonesian coach, finds himself thrust into the world of elite football when he’s unexpectedly appointed manager of Luton Town after their promotion to the Premier League. Struggling with limited resources, Rahmat is gifted a mysterious “System” that grants him the power to summon players from iconic football anime worlds. --- I wrote this novel for fun, to improve my writing skills, imagination, and, of course, my English skills. The novel will always be free to read and If you guys have any input or requests about how the story should progress, don't hesitate to let me know. Thank you! Disclaimer: This novel is a work of fiction. The characters, incidents, and dialogue are products of the author's imagination and are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual events, places, or persons, living or dead, including real-life football players, teams, or managers, is purely coincidental or used solely as inspiration. Real-life figures mentioned are reimagined in a fictional context and do not represent the actual views or personalities of those individuals.

### Synopsis of "Ballads of Rebellion" In a near future where superhero worship turns into increasing oppression, "Ballads of Rebellion" delves into the battle between the exalted and the forgotten by society. The story revolves around Lia "Ferro" Campos, a former mechanic who, after losing her family at the hands of an out-of-control superhero, joins a group of rebels determined to challenge the corrupt system that governs them. Under Lia's leadership, the rebels – including the cunning Artur "Trickster" Mendes, the environmentalist Sofia "Raiz" Almeida and the enigmatic Igor "Sombra" Rurik – seek to expose the hypocrisy of heroic icons who take advantage of popular veneration. Their enemies are not only the idolized superheroes, such as the charismatic Captain Virtue and the manipulative Lady Vex, but also the corporations that sustain this facade of power. As the rebels devise an audacious plan to dismantle the heroic myths, they must confront their own pain and trauma, revealing that behind the superhero masks lie dark secrets and human vulnerabilities. "Ballads of Rebellion" is an intense journey that questions the true nature of heroism and the fight for justice in a world where power trumps morality. The fight for truth and freedom is about to begin, with each act of resistance echoing through the city streets.

"When your bride candidate is a godkiller, a cyberghost, and the paradox of time itself, the countdown to the wedding becomes the death knell for humanity." Archaeologist Alex Carter never imagined that a mysterious crystal he dug up in Turkey would be a betrothal gift from an ancient god. With the 72-hour countdown burned into his retina, three "brides" from parallel worlds force their way into his life: Lilith, the memory witch of Eternal Night City, the red-headed death who weaves traps with the fragments of other people's lives; Elena, the mechanical wanted criminal of Cyberyuan Ruins, a dark humorist whose brain has been replaced by 30% of the ancient god's tentacles; The paradoxical samurai Michiko of Sakura Knife country, the evil god suppressed by the family for generations is the object she must marry. In this twisted doomsday engagement, Alex discovers an even harsher truth: Each "bride" is a carefully nurtured switch for the end of the world by the ancient gods, and he is just a breathing chip in the gods' game plate.

After being reincarnated to the past, Celia cut herself from the family who tortured her. Moving to a different country, she starts her new life. Not prepared at all, a man she has never seen suddenly appeared like a whirlwind. Afraid of loving someone again, Celia slowly started to open her heart to Anderson Jones. Just as she thought peace had arrived, trouble had come knocking on her door.

When the enigmatic and polarizing President Rodrigo Duterte meets an untimely demise, the unexpected happens: he is reborn in the tumultuous universe of the Naruto series as none other than Sasuke Uchiha, the troubled and complex ninja. As Duterte grapples with his newfound identity, he must navigate the intricate web of alliances, rivalries, and power struggles in the hidden villages of the Naruto world. Fueled by the memories and experiences of his past life, Duterte brings a unique perspective to the world of shinobi, challenging their traditions and beliefs. With his knowledge of modern politics and his unwavering determination, Duterte sets out on a path to reshape the Naruto world. Alongside familiar faces like Naruto Uzumaki and Sakura Haruno, he must confront not only external threats but also the demons from his past. Will Duterte's reincarnation be the catalyst for lasting change, or will his unconventional methods lead to chaos and destruction?

Hiro Tanaka and Sakura Ito have been best friends for years, sharing laughter, dreams, and unspoken feelings. But everything changes when Sakura tells Hiro she’s leaving. Unable to say everything in words, she gives him a letter—her final message to him. As Hiro reads her heartfelt words, he realizes how much she means to him. But love doesn’t always come at the right time. Now, he must learn to hold on to their memories while letting her go. A story of love, separation, and the power of a last goodbye, The Last Letter is about the emotions we carry and the promises that stay with us forever.

Shinjiro Takumi lives in the shadow of his legendary grandfather and father, both baseball icons. Deemed talentless, he struggles to find his place—until he discovers he can see moments into the future while at bat. With this new power, Shinjiro starts turning heads, but the pressure of living up to his family's legacy and the morality of using his gift weigh heavily on him. Can he prove himself worthy, or will his hidden ability become his undoing?

``` Apakah kamu pernah bertanya-tanya bagaimana rasanya bangun di tubuh yang bukan milikmu? Tubuh yang jauh, jauh lebih muda? Saya tidak bisa mengatakan bahwa saya pernah memikirkannya secara serius. Itu semua berubah di suatu malam ketika seorang pasien masuk ke UGD tempat saya bekerja dan menembak saya tepat di kepala. Tahu tidak, seandainya dia ingin pendapat kedua, dia cukup minta saja. Tapi itu bukan intinya... Entah bagaimana, saya terbangun di rumah sakit yang asing dengan seorang wanita yang terlihat mencurigakan mirip dengan ibu saya memegang tangan saya dan menangis. Sangat gembira melihatnya, saya membutuhkan beberapa menit untuk menyadari bahwa saya bukan lagi dokter berusia 25 tahun yang sukses di salah satu rumah sakit paling bergengsi di dunia. Tidak, saya adalah seorang gadis berusia 6 tahun yang untuk sesaat... menginginkan ibunya. Ketika kiamat tiba, setiap orang harus menjaga dirinya sendiri. Saya memiliki tiga pilihan: apakah saya akan berjuang untuk apa yang saya inginkan? Apakah saya akan lari dan bersembunyi, atau apakah saya akan membeku ketika setan-setan dari masa lalu saya datang untuk menghantui saya? Kamu mungkin mengenal saya sebagai Penyembuh, tetapi ini adalah cerita saya untuk diceritakan. ------ Fight, Flight, or Freeze adalah novel kedua dalam seri Rebirth in the Apocalypse, kali ini menampilkan Penyembuh: Wang Tian Mu dan para pria di sekelilingnya. Kamu tidak perlu membaca yang pertama untuk bisa mengerti yang ini, dan dia tidak akan selamanya menjadi anak kecil. Li Dai Lu dan para pria di sekelilingnya akan muncul sesekali, tetapi ini benar-benar cerita Wang Tian Mu! Saya harap kamu menikmati! Novel Lainnya: Rebirth in the Apocalypse: Third Time's A Charm (Selesai) Star's Ships (Selesai) Dancing With Monsters (Berlangsung) As Silent As A Mouse (Berlangsung) Temukan saya di Discord: devilbesideyou666 (@Sakura#6289) ```

In the neon-lit streets of futuristic Neo-Tokyo, Rei Kuroda, a haunted bounty hunter, and Aiko Saito, a skilled hacker with ties to a powerful corporation, cross paths in a dangerous game of cat and mouse. Once lovers torn apart by a devastating war, they now find themselves on opposite sides of a conflict that threatens to unravel the city’s delicate balance of power. As they are forced to confront their past, their rekindled feelings complicate their missions, drawing them into a high-stakes battle against a rogue AI and the dark forces controlling Neo-Tokyo. With every encounter, the line between love and duty blurs, leading them to a final confrontation where they must decide whether to protect the world they once knew or to forge a new future together. Neon Sakura is a gripping tale of romance, action, and redemption, set in a world where technology and humanity collide.

Akira Takahashi, an arrogant but brilliant young man, inherits a nearly bankrupt animation studio called Victorious Pictures from his late grandfather. Determined to revive the studio and honor his grandfather's legacy, Akira faces a series of daunting challenges, from outdated equipment to a lack of funding and industry skepticism. Guided by Yumi, a trusted colleague of his grandfather and the studio's director, Akira begins by securing the rights to adapt an infamous slice-of-life light novel, "Everyday Wonders." With the help of a toy company sponsor, Sakura Toys, and a streaming deal with Channel Horizon and a popular YouTube channel, the project gets underway. Despite initial hurdles, including subpar animation quality due to outdated tools, the team's dedication and the heartwarming story start to attract an audience.

High-schooler Yuuto Sakurai is not your typical teen. He prides himself on his peculiar mission - to protect the love lives of those threatened by encroaching third parties. When charisma and physical prowess attempt to steal away your beloved, Sakurai leaps into action. For just 10,000 yen, he'll ensure your love story remains untainted. Armed with conviction and a no-discrimination policy, he is the Anti-NTR Man - a one-man crusade against romantic usurpation.

It was the 10th year of the Mizu Calendar. Humanity was walking towards its doom with the oceans swallowing up the terrestrial and tongue being the criminal organisations like the Yakuzas, funded by the business icons, putting common people's lives at stake. Kai a 17-year-old jolly young lad working as N-Hydra, a sailor-fighter group, founds something unprecedented, as his bloodline has something to do with all these.

Kokoshi Reiji, a brilliant and avid history fan and student, uncovers his father's mysterious discovery, unlocking a portal to Paragonia, a mystical realm beyond Earth's timeline. Transferred to this new world, Reiji embarks on an extraordinary adventure through time. As Reiji explores Paragonia, he discovers hidden connections between legendary figures from Earth's past and this mystical world. His intrigue leads him to delve into the untold stories of icons like Leonardo da Vinci, Archimedes, and Cleopatra VII, uncovering surprising events that shaped both worlds. Reiji's journey reveals astonishing secrets: The Architect: Da Vinci's ingenious designs inspired Paragonia's majestic cities. The Oracle: Cleopatra's prophetic abilities guided Paragonia's rulers. The Sage: Archimedes' groundbreaking understanding of balance. As Reiji navigates Paragonia, he must balance his thirst for knowledge with caution, as his curiosity attracts formidable foes: power-hungry individuals and mysterious forces seeking to disrupt the fragile peace. Discovering his unnatural gift, Reiji becomes a pivotal figure in Paragonia. With carefulness in mind, he meets with Paragonia's forces, aiming to explore the world, restore balance to its delicate energy and uncover his purpose. Reiji's odyssey culminates in mastering his abilities and historical knowledge, learning to balance Paragonia's energy and finding a way back to Earth. Armed with a profound appreciation for history's intricacies and his destiny, will Reiji be able to return home?

In 20XX, Kyoto's Hanami festival takes a terrifying turn when the "Sacred Sakura" erupts with supernatural light, opening a vortex to a world teeming with yokai. This unstable portal chaotically connects both worlds, forcing Japan to adapt to the existence of yokai and the magic seeping into their reality. When his younger sister is dragged through the vortex, a young man must face his fears and venture into the unknown to save her. I will be posting this story on Royal Road and other platforms... Apoyame en Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/estebangarofano/membership