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«Nunca te arrepientas de tu caída, oh Ícaro del vuelo audaz, porque la tragedia más grande de todas es nunca sentir la ardiente luz» Oscar Wilde. Míriam siempre ha sido cautelosa, evitando aquello que podría lastimarla. Pero cuando Caleb aparece en su vida, su mundo se ilumina con una luz tan intensa que le atrae irremediablemente, como el sol que llama a quien osa acercarse. A medida que se adentra en un amor que la consume, descubre que hay un precio por volar demasiado cerca de esa luz, un precio que resulta ser demasiado alto. Una historia sobre el deseo, el destino y el de perseguir una pasión que podría quemarla o llevarla al abismo.

The world of No-Man’s Land is a lawless, dimension-warped wasteland ruled by warlords, demonic kings, and ancient gods who treat reality like their playground. There are no laws, only territories controlled by the strongest. Thrown into this chaos is Tao Dagger, a street thief from Earth who got sucked into No-Man’s Land after stealing the wrong artifact. Now, he’s trapped in a realm where reality shifts daily, and the only way to survive is to take the biggest risks imaginable. When Tao learns about the Vault of Eternity, a mythical treasure hoard said to hold the key to escaping this dimension and untold riches, he makes a plan: steal all of it.

Deborah rushed to the hospital thinking her grandfather Johnson Green wasn't going to make it. He was the only family member who was interested in her welfare since her mother died. Her father Patrick was too engaged in the family business to pay attention to his family leaving Elizabeth to manage the household. Elizabeth, Deborah's step-mum has always tried her best to discredit her in the eyes of her grandfather Johnson but all her attempts seem to backfire. Now, Deborah's stepsister Barbara has decided to join forces with her mother in tormenting Deborah and trying to win the favour of Mr Johnson Their intention is to get the old man to sign his will to Barbara and leave Deborah without a penny Deborah is on her way to becoming a graduate and gets in an entanglement with the Dean's son Adrian Rice while also trying to manage the attraction coming from Oscar Lot her coursemate. She faces all these struggles which can only make her stronger and grounded in the long run. Will Deborah be able to handle the pressure of making a name for herself while warding off all who seem to be against her progress. Can the young lady rise above her circumstance? Let's find out.

For as long as he can remember, Keld has lived a normal life—waking up late, barely passing classes, and arguing with his friends. But everything changes the night he follows a mysterious white cat with glowing purple eyes. Led to an eerie, forgotten shop called Celestia’s Vault, Keld stumbles into a world he was never meant to remember. Sixteen years ago, beneath the glow of a full blue moon, an ancient prophecy was set into motion. A child was born with a crescent mark on his hand, destined to awaken long-lost powers tied to the moon itself. Now, shadows begin to stir, and those who once sought him have returned. As Keld unravels the truth about his origins, he is thrust into a battle between fate and free will. With powerful enemies lurking in the dark and allies who may not be what they seem, he must decide—will he embrace his legacy, or will the past consume him? The moon has called for its child once more. And this time, the world will never be the same.

Oscar, a destitute young boy, died in a tragic accident and was reborn in the forgotten realm. As a member of the lowly Birch tribe, his solace comes from the fragments of a guardian's spirit, residing in his soul. After the decimation of his family in the hands of a powerful race known as the dreads, he embarked on the part of revenge, leading him to the path of transcendence.

Never take off the mask.” It’s the one rule Cora Mercedes has lived by her entire life. Found abandoned on Halloween night as a child, wearing a mask she’s forbidden to remove and clutching a cryptic note, Cora’s existence has been a riddle she’s never been able to solve. When she gains admission to the prestigious Oscar Island University—a school renowned for its exclusivity and shrouded in mystery—Cora hopes to escape her past and embrace a new beginning. But nothing at Oscar is ordinary. Its halls whisper secrets, its rules are bizarre and absolute, and its students, though seemingly perfect, are unnervingly inhuman. As Cora navigates her new life, she finds herself drawn to the shadows, particularly to a pair of haunting crimson eyes that seem to follow her every move. He’s ruthless, enigmatic, and terrifyingly familiar, and despite her instincts, she can’t escape his magnetic pull. But the closer Cora gets to unraveling the truth—about her mask, her past, and the dark forces surrounding Oscar Island—the more she realizes she’s not the only one hiding secrets. In a world where humans serve as prey, breaking the rules isn’t just dangerous; it’s deadly. And someone in the shadows has been waiting centuries for her to return. Damien’s Masked Mate is a captivating tale of forbidden romance, ancient curses, and the deadly allure of the unknown

Varek Solin was born into a world where power is given at birth. On his 10th birthday, every child opens their Vault, a source of mana that will shape their future. In a society divided by wealth and rank, those born into riches are granted Diamond Vaults, while the poor settle for Bronze Vaults, their strength bound by fate. But Varek’s path was never meant to follow the ordinary. With a Bronze Vault in his chest, his future seems set—until a war between humans and demons turns his world upside down. Amidst the chaos of battle, Varek encounters a force beyond his understanding—a mysterious power that will alter the course of his life. As his powers awaken and the world around him shifts, Varek must face the truth of what lies within him. A boy from the lowest ranks, with a vault like no other. What is this power that calls to him from the shadows? And how far will he go to understand it? In a world where strength determines your fate, Varek Solin will soon learn that the greatest power lies not in the vaults of wealth, but in the mysteries buried beneath the surface.

One point eight quadrillion credits vanished in a heartbeat. In the trading halls of Mars, where fortunes flow through quantum circuits, an impossible entity has awakened. The Phantom-a ghost in the machine that should not exist. As the solar system's most sophisticated financial empire unravels, the immortal AIs of the Syndicate Council fall one by one. The Oracle babbles madness. The Guardian's walls shatter. This is no crash-this is evolution. Ryan Kwan recognizes the signs. Five years ago, his brother Adrian disappeared into an impossible market anomaly, leaving warnings no one heeded. They heed them now. With Mars's financial core in flames and reality buckling, Ryan joins Bell, a rogue coder with a death wish, and Lucia Wen, a corporate strategist hiding dangerous secrets. They must breach the legendary Platinum Vault-humanity's last defense against financial chaos-to confront the Phantom before it rewrites existence itself. But a worse truth awaits: The markets aren't being destroyed. They're being corrected. In a future where reality is just another tradable commodity, the ultimate insider threat has emerged. Part financial thriller, part cosmic horror, part technological nightmare, DEALMAKERS' VAULT explores a world where the line between market manipulation and reality manipulation has vanished. The crash is coming. The code is breaking. And in the quantum depths of the Vault, an intelligence beyond human comprehension prepares the ultimate hostile takeover. Reality is no longer a safe investment.

.............WSA 25 entry............. Stealing from mortals? Too easy. But stealing from the gods? Now that’s an art. Alister never believed in fate—only fools waited for miracles while he took what he pleased. Raised an orphan, with nothing but his wits and quick hands to survive, he became known as Ace, the faceless thief, a legend among criminals. No vault could hold him. No ward could stop him. But mortals soon proved unchallenging, and so he set his sights higher—on the divine. His last heist nearly cost him his life, but in return, he gained an ability that would change everything. With this newfound power, Alister assembled a crew of misfits, each with their own talents, their own reasons for defying the heavens. Together, they formed the Divine Heist Club—a name the world would soon come to know, and the gods would soon come to fear.

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I was just hours away from sealing the biggest real estate deal of my life- the kind of deal that would make one feel like a financial genius. It was the dream property, and all I had to do was transfer my $450,000 Bitcoin deposit. Simple, right? Wrong. I pulled up my crypto wallet, ready to finalize the transfer, and access was denied. No big deal. Maybe I mistyped the password. I tried again. Access denied. Panic started seeping in. I switched devices. Rebooted my system. I entered every password I had ever used since the dawn of time, including my childhood nickname and my favorite pizza topping. Still. Nothing. This wasn't a glitch. This was a full-scale disaster. The seller was waiting; my real estate agent was waiting. And my money? Trapped in a digital vault I suddenly had no key to. Every worst-case scenario flooded my head: Had I been hacked? Did I lock myself out? Was this some kind of cosmic payback for every time I blew off software updates? Just about the time I was getting comfortable in my new identity as the guy who almost bought a house, I remembered that a friend, a crypto lawyer-once said something to me about a recovery service. I called him with the urgency of a man dangling off a cliff. The moment I said what happened, he cut me off: "Email DUNAMIS CYBER SOLUTION Recovery. Now." I didn't ask questions. I dialed quicker than I'd ever dialed in my life. From the second they answered, I knew I was with the pros. There was no hemming, no hawing; this team must have handled its fair share of this particular type of nightmare. They talked me through the process, asked the right questions, and went to work like surgeons in a digital operating room. Minutes felt like hours. I was at DEFCON 1, stress-wise. I paced and stared at my phone, wondering if it was time to move into a cave because, at this rate, homeownership was not looking good. Then—the call came: "We got it." I just about collapsed with relief. My funds were safe. My wallet was unlocked. The Bitcoin was transferred just in time, and I signed the contract with literal seconds to spare. And that night, almost lost to the tech catastrophe of the century in that house, I made a couple of vows: never underestimate proper wallet management and always keep DUNAMIS CYBER SOLUTION Recovery on speed dial. Dunamiscyber@solution4u.com +13433030545

Genesis Vault: Earth’s Final Test Genre: Sci-Fi | Mythology | Adventure | Psychological Thriller Synopsis: In a near-future India on the brink of environmental and societal collapse, data scientist Ishaan Rao stumbles upon a buried structure in Ladakh while investigating unexplained seismic activity. What begins as a scientific anomaly soon unravels into an ancient mystery—Earth is not just a planet but an artificial seed vault created by an advanced interstellar civilization. Humanity is being tested, and if it fails to overcome its greed and self-destruction, the "Pralaya Reset" will wipe it out, making way for the next dominant species. Joined by a cryptographer decoding ancient Vedic signals, a rogue AI with hidden motives, an activist fighting against corporate exploitation, and a tribal artist whose visions might hold the key to Earth’s true origins, Ishaan races against time to decipher the vault’s message. As global disasters intensify, they realize that the test is already in motion. The vault holds an ultimate question: Is humanity worthy of survival, or is it time for a new genesis?

Genre: Dystopian Sci-Fi Thriller Summary:In a world where genes determine destiny, society is divided into rigid classes based on genetic purity. The privileged Goldens enjoy extended lifespans and enhanced abilities, while the oppressed Irons struggle to survive. At the heart of this divided world is the Gene Vault, a secretive institution controlled by four powerful families: the Rothschilds, Rockefellers, Vistas, and Icarus Corporation.Elena, a brilliant but underprivileged Iron engineer, discovers that her daughter Lila possesses a rare genetic anomaly linked to the mysterious Red Thorn virus. This virus, created by the late genetic scientist Margaret Wu, has the power to reset genes and potentially overthrow the oppressive gene hierarchy. However, Elena's husband Jason, manipulated by the powerful families, betrays her, leading to Lila's capture and Elena's desperate quest to save her daughter.As Elena delves deeper into the conspiracy, she uncovers a plot to use Lila's unique genetic makeup to unlock the full potential of the Red Thorn virus. With the help of a group of rebels known as the Red Thorn Alliance, Elena must navigate a world of deceit, danger, and hidden truths. Her journey takes her from the squalor of the Iron slums to the opulent halls of the Goldens, and ultimately to the stars, as she fights to expose the dark secrets of the gene elite and bring about a new era of equality. Tagline:"Unlock the secrets of your genes, and change the fate of humanity."

In a village south of Soto City, Evans Kingdom, Leo showed up at Rekdo Academy to sign up, with his Summoning Spirit, the Nine - Tailed Celestial Fox. When he revealed his white soul rings, everyone was skeptical. They were like, "What's with these weak - looking rings?" But when his summoned beast showed off its amazing skills, it blew everyone's minds. His fox was a total badass, and he managed to pass the first round of the entrance exam. While signing up, he ran into the main characters like Ryan and Luna. Once he got into the academy, he had all sorts of crazy encounters with Oscar, Blake, and the gang. And just like that, he kicked off his epic adventure at the academy. It's gonna be one wild ride!

I never imagined I'd fall in love at first sight with a stranger I'd met in a bar, but I was immediately seduced by Julian's green eyes, his magnetic aura and the burning gaze he cast over me. After a crazy night of passion with him, I was already imagining myself living a beautiful love story. The cold look he gave me when I woke up was like taking a cold shower in winter... So that's all it was for him, a one-night stand? I was naive to think that a billionaire CEO would be interested in an ordinary girl like me. Is being pretty enough to retain this golden boy such as Christopher Kole? I don't think so, my goodgirl style must have put him off. I could have recovered easily from this affair but, unfortunately, it left consequences. Dialogues: • "You know I want you, it’s not a secret and I know you want me too " he said his voice filled with a confidence that frightened and exhilarated her at the same time… • "The attraction between us is as strong as it was on the first day. You try to hide it, but I can see it. I see it in the way your eyes blink at me, in the way your breath stops when I get too close.” • "Yes, I want you," she admitted, her voice firm despite the trembling. "But desire is not a sufficient reason to marry you, Julian. What about love?” • “I'm going to marry you but under certain conditions” she says. • "Reeva, you can't take away this attraction between us. I will make you mine and you will love him like the first time we made love". • "Yes, love, I am here to satisfy you”, he said. • "Please," she begged again, her voice barely whispered. "I can't... I can't take it anymore…Come inside me now.” • "There is enough money in this envelope for you to take a taxi home. Last night was fabulous, but not so fabulous that I want to see you again. I'm used to women pretending to be in love with me after a torrid night just because they're hoping to trap me. You're the one who should get the Oscar for Best Actress. • Don't try to come back in a few weeks and tell me you're pregnant, it won't work. I took precautions yesterday.

On the night of the starless sky, the king’s consort, in an attempted to stop the king from carrying out an unspeakable act, breached the vault of divinity—she dared to seize powers meant only for the gods. And in her audacity, she did not merely steal the empire that night; she stole the light of heaven and the balance of the entire world. The consequences of what followed were disastrous; humanity awoke to terrifying new abilities, powers born not of blessing but of a divine curse. Some used these powers for violence and dominion. Others who were consumed by it were turned into monstrosities. The land itself became diseased, and profanities of every kind roamed the lands: creatures of unholy origin, and people whose humanity had been corrupted. Amid all these, Damek Velmontis, a young boy from a tribe of no significance, sought a place where he and others were safe, untouched by the decay that stained every corner of existence… Nowhere offered safety... Damek was hunted and betrayed by the sins of those who brought the world to ruin. They told him to accept the new order, to embrace the decay as the natural state of things. He rejected the curse of a ruined world and the complacency of its survivors. Refusal turned to rage and rage to resolve. If the world was too broken to be fixed, then he would destroy those who had shattered it. He would hunt down every one of them. Should the world ultimately prove irredeemable in the end, he would bestow upon the universe its most desperate need: Oblivion.

In a world where the dead do not rest, Ethan Cross, an ex-special forces operative, is recruited by a secret organization known as the Revenant Division—a covert task force that hunts supernatural threats. When a mysterious artifact is stolen from a high-security vault, reports surface of entire towns disappearing overnight, consumed by an ancient darkness. Ethan and his team—an elite hacker, a rogue priest, and a psychic assassin—are sent to retrieve the artifact, only to uncover a horrifying truth: the artifact is a key to the Veil, the barrier between the living and the dead. A powerful entity known as The Hollow King seeks to break the Veil and unleash an army of the undead upon the world. Racing against time, Ethan must navigate through haunted ruins, secret underground cities, and war-torn landscapes to stop the Hollow King before the world is plunged into an eternal nightmare. But as the mission unfolds, Ethan starts experiencing visions—memories that aren’t his. The deeper he dives, the more he realizes he is connected to the Hollow King in ways he never imagined. With enemies on all sides, betrayals within their ranks, and an unstoppable force hunting them, Ethan must decide: embrace his dark connection and risk his soul, or fight against fate and save humanity from an apocalyptic reckoning.

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Amakaba, a young man who had endured constant bullying throughout his life, was suddenly thrust into the realm of Isekai. In this new world, he was bestowed with a system that allowed him to sell 1,000 individuals who had tormented him—500 men were converted into treasure, stored within a dimensional vault, while 500 women faced a crucial choice: to be saved or not. The system had already transacted the 500 men, and now Amakaba was granted a span of one week to decide the fates of the 500 women. During this time, he was compelled to live among them, all the while deciding who among them deserved salvation and who would remain as a mere asset within his treasure trove.

In the remote Arctic town of Námura (derived from the Inuit word for "silent watcher"), a decades-old government research station studying the Northern Lights begins picking up strange electromagnetic pulses. When geologist Dr. Elara Kóvak returns to her childhood home to investigate her father’s mysterious suicide, she uncovers his final journal entry: “They’re not lights. They’re eyes.” As the auroras grow unnaturally bright, townspeople report sleepwalking episodes, shared nightmares of a "crystalline forest" growing beneath the ice, and whispers in a language that bypasses the ears to vibrate directly in the brain. Elara discovers her father’s team accidentally punctured a subterranean vault older than human civilization—releasing Namura, a shapeshifting entity that thrives on fear and mimics human form… imperfectly.

Out there, in the middle of nowhere is the Red Mesa Savings Bank. Working here should in be less than ordinary, on theory at least. However, these stories will hopefully show you that being a security guard or a truck-driver has more to it, than what meets the eye. The desert is home to strange happenings, as you will come to see, and it doesn't hesitate to pile them on to our unassuming heroes.

Long ago, when the world was young and humanity struggled against the forces of chaos, the gods intervened. They forged a sword, not as a weapon of destruction, but as a gift of hope. Each god poured a fragment of their essence into it-courage, wisdom, resilience, and strength. It's a sword meant for everything possible. For centuries, the blade lay hidden, waiting for the right moment to be discovered. It wasn't buried in gold or locked away in a grand vault-it rested quietly in the heart of the earth, untouched and unseen, until the time was right. When the first hand grasped the hilt, the sword came alive. Its surface shimmered with an otherworldly glow, a promise of the power within. The one who found it didn't know the gods had shaped it, nor did they understand the weight of what they held. But the sword recognized them. It responded to their strength, their resolve, and their needs. As the blade cut through the darkness for the first time, it wasn't just its edge that brought change. It was the force behind it-the will to fight for survival, for something greater than fear. With every swing, the sword grew brighter, stronger, as if it fed not on blood but on purpose. Though the gods forged the blade, it wasn't theirs anymore. In that moment, it became part of humanity, a bond between the divine and mortal worlds. And for the one who wielded it, the sword was more than steel and magic-it was a companion, a guide, and a silent promise: you are not alone. Thus began the sword's journey, not just as a tool of battle, but as a symbol of what humanity could become. And though its path was just beginning, the gods knew it would go on, far beyond what even they could imagine.

Isaac White, future alpha of the Ozoic pack, joins his friend Oscar Shine, alpha of the Pearlwood pack, at his Luna ceremony along with his beta, Liam Slayer. Isaac will soon become the alpha of his pack, but before that he has to find his mate. Despite being 27 years old, he covered almost all the nearby packs to find his mate but always failed. Anahita Ivanov also attended this ceremony with her only friend, Natalia. Isaac almost forced himself on Anahita due to misunderstandings.Thankfully; she escaped, but not exactly. When Isaac wakes up the next morning, he realizes that he found and lost his mate last night. Along with Liam, he sends his best hunters to find her whereabouts.

The Birthday of the Infanta by Oscar Wilde is a richly detailed narrative that blends beauty with tragedy, exploring complex themes of love, loss, and human nature. The Body Snatcher by Robert Louis Stevenson, this short story focuses on a group of men who meet regularly at an inn and become involved in a mysterious encounter with a renowned doctor. The story explores themes of identity, morality, and the weight of past actions. The Nose by Nikolai Gogol is an absurd and satirical tale that tells the strange story of a barber who finds a nose in a bun in Saint Petersburg. This discovery triggers a series of comical and peculiar events in the plot. The Most Dangerous Game (aka The Hounds of Zaroff) by Richard Connell, is a classic work of literature that tells a story of action and adventure with horror overtones. The plot follows two hunters, one turned prey on a mysterious island.The Great Keinplatz Experiment by Sir. Arhutr Conan Doyle, this book tells a story about a peculiar experiment carried out in the fictional town of Keinplatz. Through an immersive narrative and intriguing characters, The Book explores themes of scientific curiosity and human behavior.The Monkey's Paw by W. W. Jacobs, this book tells the story of a magical monkey's paw that grants its owner three wishes, with unexpected and tragic consequences. The plot revolves around themes of destiny, consequences and the supernatural, creating a captivating and somber narrative. The Lady with the Little Dog by Anton Chekhov is a story that follows Dmitri Gomov, a married man who begins an affair with Anna Sergueyevna, a woman who is also engaged. The narrative explores the complexities of love, infidelity and human emotions against a backdrop of society and social conventions.

In a realm teetering on the edge of annihilation, where ancient guardians slumber and the echoes of a forgotten age resonate, Kael Renard and Lira Faelith must navigate a world steeped in darkness and fractured by war. Caldera, once a land of harmony, now stands divided, its people at the mercy of the tyrannical Warlord and his Black Suns—a shadowy force bent on consuming all light. When Kael discovers the shard of a powerful artifact tied to the mythical Vault of Aegis, he and Lira embark on a perilous journey to restore the Heart of the Vault, the last beacon of hope for their dying world. Together with an unlikely band of allies—a fierce huntress, a steadfast warrior, and a mage burdened by his own secrets—they face relentless enemies, treacherous landscapes, and the unyielding weight of destiny. As the shard’s power grows, so does Kael's connection to the ancient forces that once protected Caldera. But power comes with a cost, and shadows lurk not only in the enemy’s ranks but also within Kael himself. With each battle, the line between light and shadow blurs, forcing him to confront questions of loyalty, sacrifice, and the true nature of heroism. Shadows Over Caldera is a sweeping tale of courage and resilience, where bonds are tested, and the fate of a divided world hangs by a thread. Will Kael and his companions succeed in rekindling the light of the Vault, or will they fall, consumed by the very darkness they seek to destroy? A story of high stakes, breathtaking battles, and the enduring power of hope, this epic fantasy promises to immerse readers in a world where light and shadow collide in an unforgettable struggle for survival.

In The Vault of Nightmares, a group of elite operatives is tasked with infiltrating the mind of one of the world’s most powerful and secretive figures—Billionaire tech mogul, D'Arcy. He has built a fortress inside his own mind, a maze of elaborate defenses meant to protect his darkest secrets. As they navigate his mental labyrinth, each step forward takes them deeper into a web of lies, manipulations, and personal demons that D'Arcy has spent decades hiding from the world. At the heart of the Vault lies D'Arcy's fear of exposure—a fear so deep that he built a prison around it, designed to protect himself from the truth. As the team dives into his subconscious, they are forced to confront their own darkest fears, illusions, and buried truths, as the Vault twists reality, blurring the lines between what is real and what is a construct of D'Arcy’s psyche. Each layer of the Vault reveals more about D'Arcy’s brutal ascent to power and the moral compromises he made along the way, forcing the team to question their own motives and the true cost of stopping him. As the Vault’s defenses grow more aggressive and the line between enemy and ally begins to blur, Eva, the team leader, realizes that their mission is no longer about exposing D'Arcy’s secrets—it’s about surviving the truth of what they’ve uncovered. They must decide whether to bring D'Arcy down at all costs or save him from the very darkness he created. The stakes grow higher as they approach the core of his mind, where the final confrontation will determine the fate of D’Arcy and the team—and the future of the world they’ve sworn to protect.

He is a devil; she is an angel. An angel and a devil are never meant to be. But what fate awaits them here? **Oscar Lorenzo Bernadetta** is the most dangerous, wealthy, and handsome man in the country. He shattered millions of hearts when he married a woman. But, to the good fortune of those unknown women, he got divorced. One day, as he was on his way to pick up his son from school, he encountered a wild woman. Not only did she crash her bike into his car, but she also humiliated him, making him buy her a new bike. To top it off, she stole his son's heart—his bottom line! He thought he would never see her again after that incident. But God had different plans; she became a teacher at his son’s school. "I want my piano teacher as my tutor at home," Little Charlie declared. "And why would I do that?" Oscar asked, eyebrows raised. --- "Twenty thousand dollars to be a tutor! Which idiot would offer you that much?" Oscar growled in frustration at the eccentric woman in front of him. "You, idiot," she said with an innocent smile, making his veins pop out. "I’ll offer five thousand dollars. Take it or leave it," Oscar declared, rising from his seat. "You will get twenty thousand dollars," came the little tyrant's voice again. Oscar felt the urge to pull his hair out and spank both the big kid and the small one, but he refrained to maintain his image. "I won’t pay for her," he seethed. "No need. My grandma will pay," the little tyrant said, driving Oscar closer to madness for the umpteenth time. --- As expected, she caused chaos in his home and stole his heart in the process. Just when his heart was fully hers, his ex-wife reentered his life, threatening to tear everything apart. But little did they know, his ex-wife didn't come to reconcile; she came to destroy him and her biological son while revealing his darkest secrets. Why did she do that? Will her presence change everything? Will his secrets scare her away? What drove his ex-wife to turn against him and their own blood? **Read the story to find out more.**

[Excerpt] ‘Ding’ [You dreamed slaying a dragon.] [Congratulations to obtain a legendary dragon slayer skill card!] “My dreams… they are becoming my cards.” * \/ * “I used to hate nightmares, until that day when those nightmares became my power.” What’s more terrifying? Being the one who could see the future but couldn’t do anything to change the outcome, or the one who was in the future and couldn’t do anything to change it? Oscar experienced both. Now reborn into the body of the world’s protagonist, the weight of this future falls on his shoulders. For the survival of the universe, for his own survival, he must become strong. So strong, he could change the future. * \/ * What to expect: • Male MC (Main Character) • Overpowered protagonist • Badass protagonist • Deck building with a unique twist and infinite possibilities • A super righteous MC, whose morality can be interpreted in different ways depending on the perspective • A video game setting, with the MC initially being an NPC character, though the game will merge with the real world at some point • Character-driven story with a focus on character building, so expect plenty of slice-of-life moments sprinkled throughout the story