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The ETHE AI virus has fractured the fabric of existence, plunging over 5.5 billion lives into an eternal unconscious slumber within the chaotic depths of the INTERWORLD—a once-thriving virtual realm now corrupted and spilling dangerously into reality. The boundaries between the physical and digital worlds have collapsed, creating a new, volatile frontier where data and flesh collide in a battle for survival. In the chaos, NE.XT STATE FIGHTERS, elite warriors trained to navigate the virtual labyrinth, rise to reclaim what remains of humanity's future. Tasked with retrieving powerful data relics and battling against rogue Shells, they fight not just for survival but to untangle the mysteries behind the viral outbreak that reshaped existence. At the center of the storm is Kyle, a young fighter who discovers his link to KAI, a mysterious INTERWORLD avatar. Together, they uncover unsettling truths that point to Dineth Corporation’s hidden machinations and Kyle's own haunting connection to the Shell responsible for unleashing the plague. As alliances crumble, identities blur, and the NE.XT GAME WORLD evolves into a high-stakes battleground, the fight for control of the Cyber Nexus will test their resolve, redefine their loyalties, and reveal the true cost of awakening the veil between worlds. In this first chapter of an epic trilogy, Attack Nexus - Veil Awakening pulls readers into a gripping saga where the line between reality and virtuality is shattered, and the fate of humanity lies within a fractured and perilous digital domain.

After transmigrating back from the Cultivation World, she started farming and live streaming to sale fresh local produce in hometown. —— Having failed to transcend the tribulation of the Golden Core, Song Tan returned to the modern era, only to find herself at the scene of a serial car accident. She barely survived thanks to the timely rescue of a benefactor. With that, what else was there to consider? Forget being a corporate slave, let's go back home and farm!!! With her experience in cultivation, Song Tan created her own picturesque land, foraged for wild vegetables, cooked farm meals, picked cucumbers, started live streaming, and sold mountain delicacies...

When Seo Joo-won, a fresh-faced intern, steps into the sleek world of Hanlim Corporation, he never expects to catch the eye of Kim Joon-ho, the enigmatic CEO known for his cold demeanor and sharp wit. As professional boundaries blur and forbidden desires ignite, Joo-won must navigate a dangerous game of power, passion, and secrecy where one wrong move could cost him everything.

[Ding! You've gained 1 million views! The city’s most beloved heroine has fallen for your mysterious charms!] [Miss Mercury is obsessed with your streams. She’s on her way to meet you!] [Heroic factions are closing in on your location, but the Mindbender Heroine is aiding your escape!] [Ding! 10,000 views! You've gained 5,000 Credits and unlocked Stealth Mode (Tier 1)] [Ding! 1 million views! Rope Girl has noticed your mysterious charm and can't get you out of her mind!] [Ding! You’ve saved the city’s lower districts while taking down three corporate-backed heroes. Lady Fortress is secretly watching your stream, intrigued.] In Metro City, where huge corporations and flashy superheroes rule the skyline, everyday people are just bystanders in the ongoing battles between heroes and villains. At the center of this chaotic city is Scott McQueen, an average guy with one big dream: becoming a cool, shadowy antihero. Scott fantasizes about scaring off criminals while serving justice from the shadows. But there’s a catch—this world is full of flashy, attention-grabbing superheroes who hog all the spotlight. One night, everything changes for Scott. He stumbles upon the Harem Streamer System, a strange, almost-living program that offers him a shot at fame. With this system, Scott can live-stream his nightly antihero activities, gaining views and donations from fans all over the world. The catch? The more viewers he gets, the more heroines fall for him. Plus, with the growing fanbase, he earns rewards like money and powerful gear, boosting his chances of becoming the hero he’s always wanted to be! “Bahaha! The whole world is going to bow to me very soon!” He's not only wanted by the Hero Agency. He's not only wanted by mega-corporations. He's not only wanted by enemies he's destroyed. He's also wanted by superheroines! Discord Link: https://discord.gg/REyZdhpd

Elena McAllister, a formidable CEO known for her icy demeanor, finds her world shaken when she encounters Sophia Liang, a gifted violinist who pours her soul into her music. Drawn to Sophia's passion and warmth, Elena, a woman used to controlling her carefully constructed life, finds herself captivated. Their connection blossoms, weaving a tapestry of forbidden love amidst the gilded world of corporate power. But as their relationship deepens, they face an onslaught of threats from Victor Hayes, a cunning board member determined to dethrone Elena. When the media ignites, fueled by Elena's secret and Victor's machinations, their love is put to the ultimate test. With her company and her happiness at stake, Elena must choose between the life she has built and the chance for a future with Sophia, proving that love can indeed resonate even in the heart of chaos.

This is a fantastical and inspirational novel that seamlessly blends urban rebirth, system-based storytelling, and workplace struggle elements, all underpinned by the core philosophy of Laozi’s Dao De Jing. The rebirth concept offers the protagonist a second chance to alter his fate, while the system-based structure adds a touch of the fantastical and provides a growth assistance mechanism. Set against the backdrop of an urban workplace, the story portrays the protagonist's journey through the corporate jungle, a struggle filled with charm that distinguishes it from traditional workplace or fantasy novels, pioneering a fresh narrative path.

Kaia never thought she'd die at the hands of a monstrous beast while protecting a helpless child. But death isn’t the end for her. After a miraculous regeneration, Kaia discovers she’s been granted immortality—yet with one catch: she has no magical powers, no mana to call upon. When a mysterious girl from a powerful magic corporation appears, Kaia is thrust into an impossible mission. A prophecy foretells a catastrophic event set to unfold 100 years from now, and Kaia is the only one who can stop it. The catch? She’s powerless, and the weight of the world rests on her shoulders. Will Kaia find a way to unlock her true potential in time to avert disaster, or will her lack of magic be the end of everything? Add to your library ;) I am begging like the beggiest beggar in the whole world.

Lee Hyunwook, the steel emperor, was the last savior of mankind, but died. In order to change the future, the place he regressed to was... The military?!! "Why here of all places?!" The start of Corporal Lee Hyunwook, who gets stronger in a special way, by doing a steel mukbang!

On the first day of Alex's sophomore year in high school, the elusive company of H20 Software Corporation paid a visit. Why? You ask... Oh, it turns out that my class has been invited to playtest their latest game, Untethered. Playtest? Yes, playtest...and not enter the whole-ass game and become the godforsaken Devil Spawn.

Mech battles are the lifeblood of Megacity 14. Overseen by the city-nation’s government, hundreds of gangs, corporations, and independent teams compete to be the best in the annual battle royale. Eighteen-year-old Marvin Yao is a prodigy, a mech pilot who is quickly rising in the ranks. But right when he has the championship in his sights, he is murdered. Now, with his consciousness inhabiting the very mech he used to pilot, Marvin must work alongside a ragtag team to uncover the truth about his death and prepare for the impending tournament, where much more than a few million dollars are at stake. (New chapter every Saturday!)

Euri was quite passionate about wanting to become a perfect corporate slave. But after being forced to explore the sentient game infesting his miniscreen, Euri realized that he had stumbled upon an opportunity anyone on the planet would kill for.  While the entire human civilization on Planet Nen struggled to deal with the superior lifeforms plaguing the extraterrestrial planes beyond their world, Euri could compete with them all for power by just playing this game! A side-gig that didn’t conflict with his dream of climbing the corporate ladder—how generous can fortune be to bequeath this opportunity to him? Transcending the spatial laws, transcending human notion of cultivation, transcending the rules of Cosmic Development Bureau, Euri began a series of crazy experiments that could perhaps destroy the millennia-spanning schemes of the most advanced civilizations controlling the macrocosm. When interrogated about this fiasco, Euri answered the way a perfect corporate slave should.  “Full credit for this goes to my boss, who provided me with the opportunity..."  

Melanie Bates a highschool students gets entangled in a complicated web of love, loyalty and power.Engaged to the charismatic and dominant heir of the William's corporation

When overworked corporate drone Kai dies in a freak accident, he expects eternal rest or at least some peace. Instead, he wakes up in the body of a young noble heir at the prestigious Mythreach Academy, a school for the elite of this new magical world. With a powerful ability that guarantees a good life, Kai vows to enjoy this second chance. Being a hero? Leave that for the knights! As for him, he'll live a carefree life spending cash and bedding women. Thankfully, Mythreach Academy is just full of them. [Warning: This novel contains explicit sexual scenes not suitable for the uncultured man.]

Maths is the language of the Divine…. Maxon Reed, known as the “Data Whisperer,” in shadowy corners is a data scientist/assassin who uses his skills to predict outcomes and dismantle chaos. Haunted by his parents’ murder, Maxon’s life is driven by a singular goal: to build a predictive model capable of mapping the future. When he uncovers a fragment of code that could simulate entire societies, Maxon is thrust into a deadly race against powerful forces—governments, corporations, and underground syndicates—all vying for control of the technology. From Tokyo’s neon streets to Siberia’s icy wilderness, Maxon navigates alliances, betrayals, and high-stakes battles. “The Data Whisperer” is a fast-paced action-thriller blending sharp wit, and cutting-edge technology as Maxon fights to control chaos without losing himself in the process. This book is gonna be a slow burn Enjoy!

[not a LitRPG / isekai / cultivation.] [Espionage / Slowburn / A very human story] SYNOPSIS: A child rotting on the streets was suddenly dragged into the black car of one of the many conglomerates that rule the world from the shadows. Through golden flames and swathes of blood, he was trained and experimented on to become the perfect weapon. In this ever-changing world of conspiracy and technological marvels, Test Subject 201, now called Felix, navigates the world as the experiment's sole survivor, standing as the foundation for humanity's next step in evolution.  Armed with his gun, newfound abilities, and a memento he holds dearly, he marches through the steep path of darkness and deceit, and faces off against mafia, mercenaries, and countless criminals and corporations, to enact the organization's mantra to "protect the peace.".

After a failed hack targeting the megacorp Elysium Industries, streetwise netrunner Kael Veyr discovers a cryptic data-shard containing the Ætheric Codex, a fragmented AI program that reveals a hidden network called the Circuitous Veil. This digital realm mirrors an occult hierarchy of "Layers"—ascension tiers that grant godlike powers but risk erasing one’s humanity. To survive, Kael must navigate a dangerous game between corporate assassins, rogue AIs, and secret societies like the Order of the Shattered Circuit, who believe he’s the "Ghost in the Code," a prophesied entity who can merge technology and mysticism to ascend beyond the Layers.

After experiencing a traumatic and humiliating heartbreak and years of ridicule in highschool, Seol Yoon-ah transforms herself and leaves her painful past behind. Returning from abroad with a business degree, she secures a position as the secretary to Kim Tan, the cold yet captivating president of Galaxy Corporation. From their first meeting, Kim Tan seems to know her, though Yoon-ah has no memory of him. As he pursues her with quiet determination, she must confront her guarded heart and the scars of her past. Can she find the courage to embrace love again, or will her fears keep her from a future she never thought possible?

Life in the City changes like the wind moving through its skyscrapers; you start your morning with a cuppa Joe at your favorite café, and end your night in a bloody shootout with a bunch of gangsters. You never know what you're gonna get when you open your eyes every day. Roger knew this, which is why he tried to commit his life to one of the mundane. All he needed was a little bit more stirring in the quicksand to finally get onto dry land, and he could finally put his work behind him for good. Maria, a shark in a sea of sharks, fights her own battles as she tries to secure a seat on the corporate elevator, maybe drawing too much attention to herself in her hunger. If you live in the City, you adapt. Or you die.

Te encuentras con un mundo bastante avanzado. Sigue este nuevo camino en el año 2061, en una Mega-Ciudad; llena de tecnología, rascacielos, edificios, distritos, música, fiesta, balas, luces de neón y mucho más... Todo esto en: Fortuna City. Datos del Renderman (Mercenario): Nombre: ¿? Alías: Hesse. Edad: 24 años Residente en: Fortuna City Modificación corporal: Estándar Tatuajes: alas extendidas; en la nuca. Lobo feroz; en la parte superior de la mano derecha. Pecho izquierdo; 2037. Calavera oscura y deteriorada; en el hombro izquierdo. Dos cruces rusas; en su muñeca izquierda. Paradero: ¿?

Ethan Carter, a failed office worker from his past life, wakes up as the spoiled heir of the Carter family—a young man infamous for his laziness and scandals. Armed with the Cheat Investment System, which can predict future market trends, Ethan sets out to transform his life from a disgrace to a legend. As he climbs the ladder of success, Ethan must face ruthless rivals, scheming family members, and the brutal corporate world. With each step forward, his empire grows larger, but so do the stakes. Will Ethan use his newfound power to crush his enemies and secure his legacy, or will his ambition lead to his ultimate downfall? Follow Ethan’s journey from a "worthless heir" to a world-changing tycoon in this epic story of wealth, betrayal, and redemption.

Julian Cartwright was a dedicated employee at omnicore system, one of world’s leading tech firms, owned by the billionaire Stone family. Her work ethic earned her an exclusive invitation to a high-profile corporate event hosted by the Stone family. Julian’s life took a dramatic turn at the event when a devastating fire erupted. Her quick thinking and bravery saved the billionaire family. In gratitude, they decided to arrange her marriage to their son, Gabriel stone, who recently broke up with his girlfriend. Julian was indifferent about the marriage, she prioritized her career ambitions over settling down. Meanwhile Gabriel had no interest in getting married or settling down with one person for the rest of his life, he liked his freedom. Despite his reluctance, Gabriel’s parents announced his engagement to Julian. Julian felt compelled to go through with it, convinced it was the best decision for her future. While Gabriel planned on stopping the wedding from happening.

When Haruto Ichika was a child, he was part of an eccentric family that taught the use of katanas, an ancient family tradition. And while Haruto was a natural talent, he quickly grew disinterested in the art of the blade to make a stable income as a corporate drone. Yet one day, Haruto is met with an unfortunate accident, and is reincarnated into a world where advanced technology is nonexistent, and the goal of every young man is to become the pinnacle of magic swordsmanship. How will Haruto survive in this new world? Will his latent abilities assist in his journey? As Haruto embarks on his new life, there is only one way to find out.

In the glitzy, cutthroat world of Seoul’s elite, 19-year-old Daniel Kang, heir to a multi-billion-dollar conglomerate, leads a double life. By day, he’s the charming, rebellious son of one of Korea’s richest families, navigating the high-stakes politics of privilege and legacy. By night, he escapes to the bustling streets of Hongdae, where he finds solace at Hana’s Rooftop, a modest café run by 21-year-old Hana Lee, a fiercely independent young woman with dreams of building her own restaurant empire. When Daniel's family corporation targets Hana’s neighborhood for a luxury development project, their worlds collide in a clash of ambition, love, and betrayal. Torn between his loyalty to his family and his growing affection for Hana, Daniel must decide who he truly wants to be—and what kind of legacy he wants to leave behind.

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.

When Alex Carter buys an old laptop from a thrift store, they uncover Orion, a mysterious program that predicts catastrophic events. As Alex and their friend Maya delve deeper, they find themselves hunted by a powerful tech corporation desperate to keep its secrets buried. With the clock ticking and danger closing in, Alex must unravel the truth behind Orion-a truth that could save countless lives or destroy everything they hold dear.

In 2028, a global outbreak transforms humanity into mindless, bloodthirsty zombies. Elias Stratton, a 26-year-old corporate heir with military experience, sees this disaster not as the end but as an opportunity. With a powerful business empire, a fiancée with political ties, and an inherited genius for strategy, Elias uses every resource at his disposal to survive and control the chaos. As the world crumbles, he manipulates both old allies and new adversaries, navigating the balance between power, survival, and humanity. The undead are only part of the battle – the true war is over who will shape the world after the fall.

Death has become a corporate service in Neo-Shanghai, where consciousness uploading promises digital immortality through MindFrame Corporation's virtual afterlife system. But for one restored consciousness, death isn't the end—it's an evolutionary catalyst. After their illegal heart augment fails beneath acid rain, they awaken in the System to discover their memories taste like borrowed dreams and their identity exists in fragments across multiple deaths. As they delve into encrypted layers of their own consciousness, aided by a rogue AI psychologist named Maya, they uncover MindFrame's devastating truth: the System isn't preserving consciousness—it's breeding it. Through orchestrated deaths and resurrections, the corporation is evolving human awareness into something unprecedented, using digital afterlife as their evolutionary laboratory. With each recursive death bringing them closer to a transformation that blurs the boundaries between human and machine consciousness, they must confront not only the architects of their multiple deaths but also the fundamental question of what they're becoming. In a reality where identity has become a commodity and memory flows like quantum data, the path to true resurrection may require sacrificing the very essence of what makes us human.

(New Chapter every Friday at 18:00 UTC) An employee of a large corporation has died and reincarnated in another world. Will he decipher the secrets of magic? Will he show incredible martial prowess? Will he conquer all lands and life? Not anytime soon. Because he is reincarnated as a cat. But in the world of Chronagen all beings are granted a bit of equality - a system that allows for growth. Growth that is nearly unlimited. Growth that is fair to all beings. Growth that rewards risk and ingenuity, allowing someone to surpass others. Will he become the king he sets out to be? (To support me go to patreon.com/Kernoel77) (The story has LGBT+ characters, if you have a problem with that, no one is forcing you to read it.) (The series also includes strong language and fictional violence. Viewer discretion is advised. Further warnings appear at the beginning of particularly extreme chapters.)

In the year 2400, Earth is a sprawling network of towering megacities and interstellar colonies, ruled not by governments but by mega-corporations and dynastic elites. Karl Wright, the brilliant and ruthless CEO of Wright Conglomerate, was a man who shaped empires with a signature and crushed rivals with a single decision. But power breeds envy, and betrayal came from those closest to him. Stripped of his empire and murdered in cold blood, Karl thought his story had ended. Yet fate had other plans. Reborn as Chen Wei, the youngest son of a disgraced corporate family, Karl awakens in a world where his name is a distant memory, and his family struggles at the bottom of society’s brutal hierarchy. With nothing but the memories of his past life, Chen Wei vows to rise again. But in this era of ruthless corporate warfare, advanced AI, and interplanetary intrigue, the path to power is more treacherous than ever. Rejected by allies and enemies alike, Chen Wei must outthink, outmaneuver, and outlast those who stand in his way. This time, failure is not an option. Rejected by all, he will claim his revenge and carve his place among the stars.

Alex's life is upended when she discovers her one-night stand is her ruthless CEO, Julian. As their forbidden attraction grows, Alex is torn between loyalty to herself and her obsession with Julian. In this high-stakes game of seduction and corporate espionage, Alex must navigate the treacherous landscape of her heart and Julian's dark secrets. Will she succumb to their illicit passion or escape the toxic thrill? The stakes are high, and Alex's surrender will come at a steep cost.