Watching The Circle

In the heart of Seoul, where the city's vibrant lights cast shadows deep enough to conceal even the darkest secrets, Hyeong Shin emerges from retirement with a single, unyielding purpose: to eliminate Michael, the most dangerous adversary he has ever faced. At 70 years old, Hyeong Shin is no ordinary assassin; he is a legend with 63 years of experience, honed by countless missions carried out with cold precision under the command of a shadowy organization known as "The SSS ranks."Michael was once the leader of The Circle, a brother-in-arms to Hyeong Shin. But the bond of brotherhood shattered when Michael betrayed the organization, seeking to seize power for himself. His betrayal left The Circle fractured, vulnerable, and desperate to reclaim control. Knowing that only one man could succeed in eliminating Michael, The Circle turns to Hyeong Shin, their greatest asset.However, age has taken its toll on Hyeong Shin. Though his skills are unmatched, his body no longer possesses the agility and strength it once did. Desperate to complete the mission and settle the score with the man who had betrayed everything they once stood for, Hyeong Shin undergoes a perilous ritual that restores his youth and vitality. The procedure is as ancient as it is dangerous, but the transformation is successful. Rejuvenated, Hyeong Shin is ready to take on the challenge that lies ahead.The mission is clear: track down Michael, who has established himself as an untouchable power in the underworld, and eliminate him. But this task is far from straightforward. Michael is no ordinary target; he is a mastermind with resources and connections that run deep. Every step Hyeong Shin takes is met with resistance, from assassins loyal to Michael to traps set to lure him into a deadly game of cat and mouse. As Hyeong Shin moves through the city’s dark alleys and towering skyscrapers, the narrative delves into the history between him and Michael. Flashbacks reveal a time when they fought side by side, bound by a shared loyalty to The Circle. Michael’s betrayal is a wound that cuts deep, driving Hyeong Shin not just to complete the mission, but to confront the personal betrayal that has haunted him for years.With The Circle backing him, Hyeong Shin is armed with the best intelligence and resources available. But the deeper he dives into the mission, the more he realizes that The Circle’s motives are not as straightforward as they seem. As he inches closer to Michael, he uncovers secrets that shake his faith in the organization he has served for so long. Loyalties are tested, and the line between friend and foe blurs as Hyeong Shin navigates a web of deception, all while keeping his eyes on the ultimate prize—Michael’s head. The climax of the story is a breathtaking showdown between Hyeong Shin and Michael, set in a labyrinthine fortress that Michael has turned into his stronghold. The battle is as much psychological as it is physical, with both men using every ounce of their training and experience to outmaneuver the other. The Circle watches from the shadows, their true intentions only becoming clear as the final confrontation unfolds.In the end, Hyeong Shin emerges victorious, but the victory is bittersweet. The revelations uncovered during the mission force him to question everything he has ever believed in. The Circle, once a beacon of loyalty and order in his life, is revealed to be as corrupt and power-hungry as the enemies they sought to eliminate. With Michael dead, Hyeong Shin is left to ponder his future—whether to continue as The Circle’s weapon or to forge his own path, free from the chains of his past. "The Return of the Greatest Assassin:Assassin's Chronicles" is a gripping tale of loyalty, betrayal, and the blurred lines between good and evil. It explores the complexities of power and the personal cost of a life lived in service to others.With heart-stopping action, intricate character development,and a plot full of twists and so,the pages unfold.

Sequel to Lord of Mysteries

She had been attacked, raped and left for dead in the street, but the moment she woke up, she discovered she now had the combined experience of two very different people from very different lifetimes in her head, as well as a mysterious mark branded onto her body and power within her blood. Now, follow Nya as she navigates the strange new galaxy she finds herself in, encountering allies and enemies across the stars and amassing wealth, power and status as she aims to be ruler of it all

Fang Xi has transmigrated, and it's the second time! In the Cultivation World, I was submissive. In the other world, I struck with a heavy fist! Who would have thought that after thousands of years, I've become a big shot in the Cultivation World! (Pursuing Longevity + infinite flow - these are quality works presented by Wen Chao Publishing. Rest assured, these books are top-notch reads, so feel free to add them to your collection)

Ever wondered why isekai protagonists always wake up comfortably in bed, complete with their predecessor's memories and a tearful sister/maid at their side? Well, our hero isn't so lucky. No convenient memory inheritance. No peaceful awakening. No helpful NPC guide. Instead, Kyle opens his eyes to find himself bound and at the mercy of a ruthless sorceress wielding a whip, demanding answers he doesn't have. Zero tutorial, straight to the boss fight. "Talk! Or else…" "Lady, I don't even know who I am!" Trapped in a medieval fantasy world where magic is heresy and the Church hunts practitioners without mercy, Kyle must navigate political intrigue, dodge religious persecution, and somehow survive the schemes of a dangerous sorceress - all while armed with nothing but his wits and a mysteriously acquired AI companion with a talent for unhelpful commentary. Welcome to a fantasy world where: Your enemies are smarter than you Your allies might kill you tomorrow The Church wants you dead And your snarky AI buddy won't stop critiquing your life choices

Hugh Rolien, the third Grand Sorcerer of Malediction, escaped his dark life from the Order of Somacht, taking his wife faraway and for a time enjoying the pleasures of life. However, in the race of life, his past caught up to him. An Arch Nightbringer contracted by the Order was sent to kill him and his wife who was pregnant with triplets. In a desperate attempt, he makes a deal with the Nightbringer to leave its seed in his children as long it doesn't kill or corrupt them, in exchange for his wife's and his life. A contract is signed, with the malignant entity vowing to reap the children at the end. The children are born, and Hugh splits them, giving them to his trusted friends to raise, away from the Order. They grow, each with his own agenda and power.... but the Order still pursues....

Athena from a young age has lived in her own little bubble, protected by her parents and left to her own devices, unaware of the weight of her destiny, her parents doing all they can to protect her and avoid the disasters supposedly to come. Despite all precautions, their worst fears are realized when they are assassinated. in their wake secrets are revealed and the danger they did their best to prevent become terrifyingly clear. As rumors about their mother goddess being angry with their world and whispers of a long-time grudge grows into fruition, Athena realizes a shocking truth-- her parents, both a seer and a diviner, were not only powerful but were also important to maintaining the fragile peace that held back an impending apocalypse. With Atherena, on the brink of destruction, Athena must accept her destiny and navigate a path of betrayal and self-discovery to find out the reason for the apocalypse and how to stop it. umm first time novel writer here also English is not my first language, and this story hasn't been planned, it basically an inspiration i had while preparing for bed after reading an apocalyptic novel disclaimer: picture isn't mine, got it on Pinterest if you want it removed please let me know in the comments. Thanks

Dalam dunia yang penuh dengan kekayaan alam yang melimpah, manusia hidup dan berkembang biak, memperluas pengetahuan, menciptakan teknologi, untuk terus bertahan hidup. Tetapi mereka tidak sendirian, terdapat beberapa makhluk buas yang menguasai berbagai habitat yang di sebut dengan Monster. Tidak ada yang mengetahui dari mana mereka berasal, mereka bahkan sudah ada sejak lama, mereka hidup, berkembang biak, dan berevolusi. Karena takut akan adanya serangangan dari monster, terbentuk lah beberapa kelompok pemburu berbakat dari berbagai wilayah yang dikenal sebagai Guardians of the Hunt untuk menjaga keseimbangan alam dan melindungi umat manusia dari ancaman Monster yang meluas. Di sebuah desa bernama Astoria, seorang pemburu muda dan bersemangat bernama Aria mendapatkan kesempatan untuk bergabung ke Guardians of the Hunt setelah menjalani ujian yang melelahkan. Bersama dengan rekan-rekannya, mereka berpetualang melintasi berbagai daerah, menghadapi Monster yang menakutkan, menguak misteri Monster kuno, dan memperkuat ikatan sebagai Hunter.

In the heart of the Medieval Era, rising religions and cults clash in an unrelenting struggle for power, while the ancient force of magic wanes. The Ascended Ones—enigmatic and power-hungry—extend their influence deep into the lands of Yylagdris, seeking followers and territories for purposes shrouded in mystery. A new era has dawned with the rise of Beast Taming, a practice once limited to mages who bonded with Familiars. Now, it has become a prestigious profession, promising wealth and wonder to those who master its mysteries. The younger generation is divided: many dream of becoming Paladins, enforcers of the Ascended Ones' will. Others yearn to be Beast Tamers, uncovering the profound secrets of this evolving art. Yet, a third faction clings to the olden ways, refusing to abandon ancient traditions. Amid this turmoil, one pacifist dares to dream of changing the world—not through violence, but by ending the cycle of war and ambition. Yet, in a world consumed by conflict and conquest, where can such a dreamer find their place? ************************************* Rising Star II entry

They called me The Whisperer. A joke. A mockery. The boy with the weakest magic just because I was a farmer. I was powerless when they came. I watched as my father and my mother was slaughtered. My village was reduced to ash, and the man in the black robe vanished, leaving nothing but blood and unanswered questions. All I had left was my infant sister and the faint spark of magic they all ridiculed. But even a whisper can grow into a storm. Now, I walk the path alone. My weak magic will become their weakness. I will make them hear the screams they left behind, feel the pain they inflicted, and drown in the vengeance they thought they escaped. They thought I was nothing. They were wrong. I will rise, and the last thing they’ll ever hear… is a whisper.

"The Weaver's Legacy": *Genre:* Fantasy, Adventure *Synopsis:* In the small village of Brindlemark, nestled in the heart of the Whispering Woods, Lyra, a young apprentice weaver, discovers she is the chosen keeper of the collective memories of her people. These memories are tied to the ancient magic of the Elder's Circle, a mysterious ring of standing stones that hold the secrets of the past, present, and future. As Lyra delves deeper into the mysteries of the Elder's Circle, she encounters Kael, a mysterious stranger with an unknown past, who seems to be connected to the ancient magic. Together, they embark on a journey to unravel the secrets of the Elder's Circle, navigating treacherous landscapes, ancient prophecies, and forgotten lore. As Lyra's journey progresses, she must confront her own destiny and the legacy of her people, all while facing the darkness that threatens to destroy the delicate balance of the world. Will Lyra be able to harness the power of the Elder's Circle and save her world, or will the forces of darkness prevail? *Themes:* - Self-discovery and empowerment - Legacy and heritage - Balance between tradition and innovation - Good vs. evil

The most powerful and advanced race in the Chaos universe has sent its state-of-the-art research ship into space to search for inhabited planets and, if necessary, colonize them. Years later, on their way back home, their sensors caught a strange energy fluctuation coming from the black hole they passed near. Therefore, they changed direction and got as close to the black hole as possible. At that moment, the lightning energy suddenly released from the black hole hit the research ship. The ship, whose all systems suddenly shut down, lost its balance and was pulled into the black hole. After a while, the ship started working again, but it was too late. They could not escape from the black hole due to their insufficient energy, but sensors discovered that there was a wormhole inside the black hole. The ship heading to that point passed through the wormhole at the last moment and reached a very small universe. When they began to examine the new universe closely, they were immediately spotted by the local races and a war broke out between them. They lost the war because their advanced weapons were useless in this universe. And the new owner of the ship became the clan of the Immortal Ahzab. About 20 years later, all the clans who wanted to take over the ship united and declared war on Ahzab's clan. Ahzab's clan managed to escape from this green world by ship, but suffered many casualties. When they left the black hole with the ship and reached the universe of chaos, there was no trace of those following them. However, the condition of the ship was not very good. They set out for the nearest habitable planet. The ship quickly entered the atmosphere after many problems and sank after hitting the ground . Time passed quickly and years later, a new student joined the clan of the immortal Ahzab.

In the mystical realm of Jianghu, an ancient prophecy whispers of the arrival of the Fox and the Dragon, two individuals destined to reshape the fate of this mystical world. As tensions rise and the balance of power begins to shift, the two of them. With the complicated pasts and uncertain futures, they together tries to find a way out. As the prophecy begins to unfold, these two individuals must confront the darkness of their own hearts and the secrets that threaten to destroy the balance of power in Jianghu. Will they be able to overcome their differences and work together to fulfill the prophecy, or will the forces of fate tear them apart?

CAN TWO WRONGS MAKE a RIGHT? Follow the journey of a girl name Angelina Jules,who turn from Angelina to lamashtu[a female demon]after she witness her parent death who were brutally killed by the enemy. Through her journey she met Oliver star the most richest and handsome man in the country who also has a secret identity called [abaddon a devil]. Oliver said possessively .."SHE'S MINE,she's too innocent for this world I want to protect her "...But is she innocent?

based on “Tsubasa: Reservoir Chronicle” concept of a person traveling between dimensions . a story of revenge and a journey between worlds on a mission given to him by the one he see to kill . mc: nopera

mystery Island

Snatched from a world of bullets and blueprints, Volkner Philipov finds himself in a realm where magic crackles as fiercely as gunfire. Not summoned by prophecy, but by desperation, he's the latest in a line of "heroes" torn from their worlds to confront a darkness encroaching on this one. But Volkner isn't interested in being a hero; he just wants to go home. Yet, as threats loom and alliances form, Volkner's journey becomes more than a search for a way back—it's a battle between the pull of destiny and the desire for a life he's been forced to leave behind. In a world where magic meets machinery, and where every decision can tip the balance of power, Volkner must navigate the complexities of a land not his own, armed with nothing but his wits and a burning desire to return to where he belongs. As Volkner delves deeper into this strange, new world, he realizes that the path home is not as straightforward as he hoped. Will he embrace the role fate has thrust upon him, or will he find a way to forge his own path in a world that calls him a hero but feels like a prison?

In the town of New Haven, there is a new threat. Seven elite families form the global Council to hunt anomalies(monsters) , with New Haven’s power players—the Nez, Fezziwig, and Bellini families—at its core. Jon Fezziwig, inherited the curse of the sun from his bloodline, is drawn to the enigmatic Harper Bellini,she is very impulsive and sometimes cunning, she is a magician unaware of her heritage. Their connection sparks conflict with Cassius Nez, Harper’s sadistic boyfriend and Jon’s ex-best friend. Meanwhile, Jon’s half-brother Noah, has the raven bloodline curse, he battles his monstrous nature while investigating the town’s dark secrets. Alliances blur as betrayals and curses ignite a deadly game of power, magic, and survival.

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A persons got reincarnated as Spider after dying at the hand of outer god and received 5 unique ability and a System gifted by the same Outer-God who killed the Mc In the vast Immortal World filled with powerful cultivators, demonic beasts, and mysterious spirits, how could Mc survive as a Spider?

On their wedding night, her husband eloped abroad with his mistress. Did Jiang Ciyou cry? No! Instead, she turned around and kept a strikingly handsome gigolo. Well, let's just have fun together! The gigolo had broad shoulders, a narrow waist, and was clingy. He could be as fierce as a wolf or as cute as a baby, always fond of throwing tantrums. After living a carefree life for three years, Jiang Ciyou handed the gigolo a huge check. "Baby, my husband is back. Let's call it quits here." Who would have thought that the gigolo would fly into a rage: "Jiang Ciyou, you want to dump me? Do you even know who I am?" Jiang Ciyou didn't pay any attention. She dropped the check and disappeared. Not long after that, she and her husband were invited to attend the birthday banquet of the richest man in the city, and there they saw that...

James Heart, your normal average teenager lived his entire life in a quiet, peaceful town where nothing out of the ordinary ever happened. That is, until one day when his friend, David, approached him about a rumor. "There are rumors about a new mysterious organization in town who are seemingly causing trouble by committing crimes. No one even knows if the organization or gang even exists since there's no trace of them anywhere and the police can't pinpoint how or why the crimes are being committed". James' and his friends' world gets turned upside down one day when they seemingly receive strange letters in their mail, under the assumption they are from the "boss" of this so-called organization. More and more evidence began to pile up that there's something strange going on in town. James, David and James' girlfriend, Vanessa, now dealing with an unknown organization with unknown origins, lives are potentially in danger, and no one has any idea who is friend or foe. Now juggling between their ordinary school life, they also have to unravel the mystery behind this organization before it's too late.

After transmigrating, discover that there is a resurgence of Qi in the East and there is a dawn of deities in the West. When steam cannons and mystery collide, the Western Extraordinaries gradually awaken. This is a world filled with a variety of advancements, class transfers, and hidden occupations, as well as never-ending exploration. As the mystery of the West gradually unfolds, the ancient deities gradually awaken, and a fresh new world draws the curtains in front of Thulhu. What should ordinary people do when old gods revive and new gods rise? Fortunately, we have a property panel!

The world beyond Is about the world where there's more than meets the eye. Having the other part name "The world of the living" Suggest something else...

After Zeke gets to learn about his family's secrets at a very tender age, everything about his life unfolds drastically............