Ember Mccoy

“In the land of Azura, where the sun dipped into the horizon and painted the sky with hues of crimson and gold, King Arin ruled with wisdom and justice. He was beloved by his people, and his kingdom prospered under his leadership. It was said that the Ancestors blessed the land with all good things you could think of. However, as the years passed, King Arin began to feel the weight of his mortality. He fell gravely ill, and his healers informed him that his time was running out. Desperate to cling to life, King Arin remembered the ancient legend of the Starlight Gemstone, a powerful artifact rumored to grant immortality. The stone was also said to be cause of the prosperity of the land and if in the wrong hands will bring great curse and destruction. The starlight gem stone was a gift from the gods to the people of Azura. The gemstone was said to be hidden within the Temple of the Moon, a sacred place guarded by a group of powerful monks. King Arin, driven by his desire to live forever, called upon his four sons, each a skilled warrior, and tasked them with retrieving the gemstone. The four princes, led by the eldest, Prince Lyrien, set out for the temple, determined to succeed where many others had failed. As they approached the temple, they were met with resistance from the monks, who were sworn to protect the gemstone from those who would misuse its power. The princes, fueled by their desire to please their father and secure his immortality, fought bravely against the monks. They slew many of them, but the monks refused to yield, fighting valiantly to defend the temple and the gemstone. As the battle raged on, the last remaining monk, a wise and powerful old man, retreated to the inner sanctum of the temple. There, he summoned the ancient dragons, four mighty beasts , the sole protectors of the gem and the temple. The dragons, with scales as black as coal and eyes that glowed like embers, descended upon the temple, their roar thundering through the land. The princes, taken aback by the sudden arrival of the dragons, were quickly overpowered. As the dragons claimed the gemstone, the last monk, his task complete, lay down his life, content in the knowledge that the gemstone was safe from those who would misuse its power. The princes, defeated and empty-handed, returned to their father, bearing the news of their failure. King Arin, enraged and heartbroken, realized too late that his desire for immortality had led him down a dark path, one that had cost the lives of many innocent monks. King Arin's death sent the kingdom into turmoil. His four sons, each with their own ambitions and desires, began to vie for the throne. Prince Lyrien, the eldest, claimed that he was the rightful heir, while Prince Kaid, the second eldest, argued that he was the most capable leader. Prince Arden and Prince Eryndor, the youngest of the four, also staked their claims, each believing that they had what it took to rule the kingdom. As tensions between the brothers escalated, a wise old sage appeared, bearing a prophecy that would change the course of their lives. The princes decided to split the kingdom into four separate realms seeing that none of them were able to confront the dragon , each ruled by one of the brothers. Prince Lyrien took the northern realm, Prince Kaid the southern, Prince Arden the eastern, and Prince Eryndor the western. The princesses, their sisters, were sent to marry into neighboring kingdoms, securing alliances and strengthening the bonds between the realms. And so, the kingdom was divided, each realm waiting with bated breath for the appearance of the chosen one, the young man who would unite the kingdom and claim the Starlight Gemstone. The END “. The Queen closes the book and starred at her son who sees intrigued to hear more “Go to sleep Tiger, tomorrow is your big day” .

In a world where gods rule the skies and mortals suffer below, one maiden's defiance will ignite a war between realms-and hearts. Serena Arcane never asked to be chosen. Marked as one of six maidens sent to the fearful Sky Kingdom to wed its prince, she only wanted to protect her family from the wrath of the supernatural beings who see humans as pawns. But the moment she steps into their shimmering, dangerous world, it becomes clear the Sky Kingdom is not what it seems-and neither is its feared ruler, the Dark King Zade. Whispers of a deadly prophecy surround Serena, murmurs that she alone holds the power to unravel centuries of suffering. Yet her greatest threat-and temptation-lies in the golden-eyed king whose icy exterior conceals secrets darker than the abyss. He rules with cruelty, yet something about her stirs the embers of a long-extinguished fire within him. As tensions rise between mortal and god, Serena must navigate a court full of deceit, rivalries, and betrayals. Bound by fate but divided by hatred, she and Zade are forced into a dangerous dance where every step could mean their undoing-or the salvation of worlds. She vows to resist him. He swears to break her. But when a love this fierce burns, will it destroy them both? Bound to the Dark king is an intense high fantasy romance story packed with action, suspense and the thrill that will keep you glued till the very end. This is a standalone.

Casey is a top event planner, planning events for the most elites in the city. She's now tasked with the career-defining job of planning her best friend, Kira's, wedding. However, her life turned upside down when she found out she was falling in love with Jace, her Kira's fiance! Jace is the CEO of Chillz streaming platform, one of the biggest in the country. He's also one of the most dashing bachelors, always on the news and always being hounded by paparazzi. In a desperate move too expand his company, he opted to get married to KIra. But it all changed when he met her best friend, and suddenly, even the future of his company couldn't stop him from wanting to be with her. As passion burns hot and the embers of love is fanned, Jace and Casey try to fight their growing attraction to each other to respect Kira. But with such intense feelings, there is only so much they can do. Will they be able to stay away from each other regardless of the mounting temptations? Or will they throw caution to the winds, finding happiness in each other's arms even while everything they've built and worked hard for goes up in flames?

The newly rebirthed Nora does not want the love of the man she had given her life. What she wants is to reach a position where she could look down at others and take her revenge from those who had hurt her and killed her. Even in her death, they have proved that she was a fake. “I will return everything tenfold!” this time she did not run behind her hero, her sister can have him. She would be wealthy instead. Alric Mccoy had never looked down from where he was, for him life only meant perfection. Yet, he found himself attracted to a woman who made mistakes like breathing. He took a fancy to her but she avoided him. “I am teaching you romance!” he frowned when she did not cooperate with his first kiss. “Ha, i need you to teach me how to take over your business.” her chest heaved with anger but she was sure she felt something strange there too. “Ah, that. It is very simple. Marry me, and be the owner of it.” “.........”

Armed with a blade too massive for mortal hands and a heart hardened by betrayal, he carves his path through a world bereft of mercy.Driven by rage and vengeance, he battles against forces that seek to consume his very soul. Yet even in the blackest night, faint embers of hope flicker—companions bound by their scars, a woman lost to madness, and a love tainted yet unbroken. Only the strength of one's will can stand against the tides of despair. It is a saga of vengeance, sacrifice, and the cursed path of a warrior who refuses to kneel. But it wasn't always like this. It is tale of a boy, a story that will soon turn into an epic. An epic that will start with just a dream of a boy named Vairagya, or as the world knows him Vulture.

For years, he knew only stillness. Confined to a body that refused to move, unable to speak or act, his world was reduced to the smallest of motions—a blink, a breath. He had lived on the fringes of existence, watching life pass him by while his dreams withered, unreachable. On modern-day Earth, his broken body had long sentenced him to a life of quiet despair. Then the world changed. When the heavens split and the Cultivation Assist System descended, the rules of reality were rewritten. The Awakening brought power, opportunity, and a spark of hope to every corner of the world. For him, it brought a miracle: the chance to heal. The system mended the broken shell that had confined him for so long, restoring his strength and granting him the body he had always longed for. For the first time in years, he stood, felt the earth beneath his feet, and believed he could rise alongside the world’s new era. But even miracles have limits. While others rushed into the grand Pagodas—the centers of knowledge and cultivation where the strongest paths began—he was denied entry. Barred from the heart of the Awakening, he was forced to endure its trials on the outskirts. Every step forward came harder for him than it did for others. He clawed and fought for scraps of the opportunities others seemed to have handed to them. But he did not stop. Through sheer determination, he began to ascend. Slowly but surely, he carved out his place in the new world, defying the odds and the whispers of those who doubted him. He could see the life he had dreamed of—freedom, power, and the chance to soar—just within reach. But the world was not as kind as he believed. Just as he reached for the heights he had fought so hard to claim, betrayal struck. The knife that ended his life came not from an enemy, but from someone he thought loved him. The warmth of trust turned to the cold sting of death, and in his final moments, as the darkness took him, he wondered how he could have been so blind. But death was not the end. When he awakens again, in a new life and body, the memories of his first remain vivid and sharp. The struggles, the triumphs, and the bitter sting of betrayal—they burn within him, forging a determination that will not be silenced. The Cultivation Assist System is still there, but the rules of his second life are different, and the world he returns to is even more dangerous than before. Ashes to Apex follows the journey of a young man who rose from nothing, fought against impossible odds, and was struck down before he could truly soar. It is a tale of rebirth, ambition, and the unyielding drive to rise beyond the limits of fate. As the embers of his first life ignite a new flame, one question remains: How far can he rise before the ashes of his past threaten to consume him once more?

Derek McCoy era um homem que passou a vida inteira enfrentando adversidades e injustiças. Depois de ser forçado a se contentar com sobreviver em vez de viver, ele finalmente encontrou seu lugar no mundo, até que tudo foi tirado dele uma última vez. Após perder sua vida para vingar seu irmão assassinado, ele reencarna até encontrar um mundo digno de se viver, um mundo cheio de magia e monstros. Acompanhe-o em sua jornada, de irmão enlutado a soldado alienígena. De bebê a Mago Supremo. ------------------------------------------- Tags: Transmigração, Protagonista Masculino, Fantasia Ocidental Cronograma: 12 capítulos/semana (a menos que eu esteja doente ou aconteça algo) Comprimento do Capítulo: 1200 - 1400 palavras Aviso: O protagonista não é um herói nem um anti-herói. Ele é uma pessoa quebrada, cínica e misantropa em busca apenas de seu próprio benefício. Se você procura um protagonista bondoso e tolerante que vai por aí salvando pessoas em perigo, este não é o seu tipo de história. O mesmo vale se você deseja um protagonista imutável e sem desenvolvimento de personagem.

Derek McCoy era un hombre que pasó toda su vida enfrentando adversidades e injusticias. Después de verse obligado a conformarse con sobrevivir en lugar de vivir, finalmente encontró su lugar en el mundo, hasta que todo le fue arrebatado una última vez. Después de perder su vida para vengar a su hermano asesinado, reencarna hasta encontrar un mundo digno de vivir, un mundo lleno de magia y monstruos. Síguelo en su viaje, desde ser un hermano afligido hasta convertirse en un soldado alienígena. Desde un bebé hasta el Supremo Magus.

The World of Ephesus. A vast world plagued by Breaches containing countless Beasts of Corruption. A World on the brink of ruin as the Four Human Lineages defend the last bastions of Humanity! With the power of Gem Masters standing against the Beasts of Corruption, the flames of Humanity seek to burn ever brighter. In such a world, in the Mortal Branch of the Asmodeus Bloodline, Alexander awakens a Gem Socket that others consider defective. A Variant Gem Socket. Looked down upon by those who do not understand it, this supposed defect may just be the solution that the burning embers of humanity were waiting for. Follow Alexander as he entirely warps the perception of what a Gem Master is- as he embarks on a journey to become...The Empyreal Gem Master!

Chase is born of no house or family to speak of, except for a sickly father, and his mother who vanished the day he was born, however years after the birth of Chase, his father still often speaks of her as if she was a true goddess. One day the story will begin, when Chase finds himself waking to the smell of embers, the screams of agony, and the beginning of chaos. For on that day, a Boy was Born...

This red dragon came from the vast wilderness, coveting all the powers of the world. He has held countless titles: Mountain Fury, Purgatorial Calamity, Red Emperor, Ember Dragon… The world trembles under the shadow of the great dragon. He ignited the surge of the magical industrial revolution. In the empire he established, wyverns roar, cannon fire resounds, steel behemoths appear in the sky and on the earth, and disasters from other worlds run rampant. “Submit, or die.” Cassius spread his sky-shading wings, looking down upon the trembling humans, elves, and dwarves beneath him, and spoke thus. ……… A story of a red dragon with a built-in player template conquering, ruling, and transforming another world. (Pseudo D&D, Fourth Catastrophe, Red Dragon)

Derek McCoy was a man who spent his entire life facing adversity and injustice. After being forced to settle with surviving rather than living, he had finally found his place in the world, until everything was taken from him one last time. After losing his life to avenge his murdered brother, he reincarnates until he finds a world worth living in, a world filled with magic and monsters. Follow him along his journey, from grieving brother to alien soldier. From infant to Supreme Magus. ------------------------------------------- Tags: Transmigration, Male MC, Western Fantasy Schedule: 12 chapters/week (unless I'm ill or stuff happens) Chapter Lenght: 1200 - 1400 words Warning: The MC is not a hero nor an anti-hero. He is a broken, cynic and misanthropic person looking only for his own gain. If you are looking for a forgiving, nice, MC that goes around saving people in distress, this is not your cup of tea. Same if you want an unchanging MC with no character development. ------------------------------------------- Discord Server: https://discord.gg/suprememagus ---------------------------------------- Cover of Tiamat form Lith Verhen by josh groban aka manohar aka Animustw. My new Pfp was made by Josh (same as above). Visit the official discord for his official portraits of the characters.

Derek McCoy war ein Mann, der sein ganzes Leben mit Widrigkeiten und Ungerechtigkeiten zu kämpfen hatte. Nachdem er gezwungen war, sich eher mit dem Überleben als mit dem Leben zu begnügen, hatte er endlich seinen Platz in der Welt gefunden, bis ihm ein letztes Mal alles genommen wurde. Nachdem er sein Leben verloren hat, um seinen ermordeten Bruder zu rächen, reinkarniert er, bis er eine Welt findet, in der es sich zu leben lohnt, eine Welt voller Magie und Monster. Begleite ihn auf seiner Reise, vom trauernden Bruder zum außerirdischen Soldaten. Vom Säugling zum Obersten Magus. ------------------------------------------- Stichworte: Seelenwanderung, Männlicher MC, Western Fantasy Zeitplan: 12 Kapitel/Woche (außer ich bin krank oder es passiert etwas) Kapitellänge: 1200 - 1400 Wörter Warnung: Der MC ist weder ein Held noch ein Anti-Held. Er ist eine gebrochene, zynische und misanthropische Person, die nur nach ihrem eigenen Vorteil sucht. Wenn du einen verzeihenden, netten MC suchst, der herumläuft und Menschen in Not rettet, ist dies nicht deine Tasse Tee. Dasselbe gilt, wenn du einen unveränderlichen MC ohne Charakterentwicklung suchst. -------------------------------------------- Unterstütze den Autor: https://ko-fi.com/legion20 https://paypal.me/Legion20 ------------------------------------------- Discord-Kanal: https://discord.gg/Z5T7CBD ---------------------------------------- Cover von Supreme Magus Lith Verhen von Bocah. Besucht den offiziellen Discord für seine offiziellen Porträts der Charaktere.

Ember is trying to live a normal life. Granted, his parents are gone and the entire world has powers from the elements, but he's not gonna let that stop him. He has a perfect girlfriend, a perfect best friend, and a perfect stalker. All's going well for him, I guess.

In a world full of magic and wonder, Aisha is a girl born without a soul. Bitter and self-loathing, Aisha is unable to experience empathy, rendering her alone. But her life changes when she falls helplessly in love with a kind girl, forcing her to confront challenges she has never before, while grappling with her newfound attachments. Join Aisha as she learns to change and grow, in the midst of a world mired in conflict. Encountering monsters, demons, and worse, she must pull herself up from the depths of despair, to chase the last ember of hope and love she might ever hold. (GL Story)

When Aadi, a young man, searches for two people who are precious to him, his efforts land him in an unexpected place with an unrelenting foe, whose blows shatter the earth and rend boulders asunder. Their conflict sparks a partnership for the ages and spurs Aadi on an adventure that he wouldn't have imagined possible. --- Disclosure: Free chapters of this novel by Windus Andar will be published on several platforms: Wattpad, Royal Road, Scribble Hub, and WebNovel. These free chapters will also be published on Angel Grove Studio's website. Premium chapters will be available on Windus Andar's Patreon page. After the novel is completed, it will be published on Amazon and Smashwords and its affiliates.

In the kingdom of Valoria, an area the Celestial Accord unveils, there is a kingdom where a bitter wind came that carried a fierce message; there is a dragon, a legendary creature trapped within a prophecy that has awakened. High Mage pulls together Sir Elian Stormblade who is summoned to him, claiming him to be the one meant to bring together five chosen heroes and confront this ancient peril. The journey of Elian kicks off at the Emberwood where he meets an elven mage called Kaela Firethorn, well-versed with fire magic. They however get to trust each other after they perform a link through a procedure which allows them to perceive the Celestial Accord, an old magic for the need for togetherness as well as those for sacrifice. The next stop is Ironspine Mountains; as they try to find him they introduce us to Grimmir Stonejaw an exceptionally skilled dwarven forge-smith. Grimmir joins their venture following their demonstration by defeating a forge wraith and bringing back its ember. Following this success, the trio proceed to Verdant Vale where they are looking for Lira Swiftfoot a shrewd halfling scout. Though hesitant initially, Lira finally accepts after seeking guidance from an age-long sanctuary in the quest for purposeful clarity. Coming together, the heroes have individual anxieties and collective destinies become overwhelmed. Each has their own unique abilities that they bring into play as they embark on a journey that promises to be an epic of courage, and companionship against evil with the dragon looming ever closer threatening to engulf Valoria in the mayhem.

"Yu Roman is a 17-year-old prodigy attending Aetherian Academy, mentored by Xander, the strongest exorcist of today. Born with the rare Ember Eyes, Yu's journey is fraught with unknown demonic threats. Yu strives to become the greatest exorcist of all time. As he faces formidable enemies and personal challenges, Yu must learn to balance his pride and power with compassion and humility, all while carving out his own identity and path in the world of exorcism."

There are many ways to die, but few ways to stay alive. Small tragedies culminate into larger ones: plague, war, genocide, poverty, disasters, betrayal, bad luck, then despair——then extinction. The Skiva alter the chronicle, the Humans merge with the parallel, and the Elri'u'gna ordain the trinity. Together, they are the end of space and time. Apart, there is nothing. In a mad world, there are few ways to live. In a mad world, the only answer is... "There is life in death. There is death in life. Damsel of the Wilds, Lady of Catastrophe, Horizon's Notary, the Quiet Demise and Sudden Serendipity, 'O Immutable Entanglement... heed my heartfelt call and create my path. You are my way." In insanity, a soul haunts eternity. ... This is a Lovecraftian style original fiction. Other works have also inspired this piece including: Soul of Negary, Plague Doctor, The Tales of an Infinite Regressor, Deep Sea Embers, and of course, Lord of the Mysteries. Author Note: One of the genres is horror. Young or sensitive readers should give this a pass, if it is distressing.

In Ogun's Kingdom, gods once walked among mortals, their presence leaving echoes of power, mystery, and ambition. Now, only the masked bearers of divine blessings bridge the gap between humans and the forgotten pantheon. Thorne Ironhold, a blind boy born into the prestigious Ironhold fief, stands at a precipice. Blessed by an unknown god during the sacred mask rite, he is labeled a "Stray"—an outcast marked by powers beyond mortal comprehension. Yet beneath the shadows of his failure lies an unimaginable secret: Thorne's mask holds the power to defy the natural order. As Thorne ventures from his father's forge to the treacherous Garden of the Gods and the rigorous academy, he seeks not only to carve his own path but to uncover the truth behind his destiny. Every battle tests his limits, every limit surpassed brings him closer to the power once lost to men—and closer to the chaos lurking within. In a world where dances summon divine might and masks conceal more than they reveal, Thorne's journey becomes a quest to challenge the gods themselves. But as he walks the path they once tread, he must ask: Will he rise among the embers of forgotten legends, or be consumed by them?

Lilly and Stephen flee to Emberly to escape the Council. Stephen gives Lilly a pendant from their missing mother, Marelda, who had foreseen its importance. Marelda vanishes to protect them from the Council, while their father, Darick, and Sivak plan their future training. Lilly's prophetic dreams grow more intense as they prepare to harness their rare magic. Updated once a week on Fridays *Note: this is an updated reuploading of a story I began in 2017. This story is the inspiration for The Celestial Embers Chronicals that will be uploaded once a week on Thursdays

The Trials are about to begin; Seraphim looks to the past to learn about her uncertain future. Being a Celestial Arborist has never been easy; and soon she learns there are more secrets to unfold. Will she abandon everything she knows in search of the truth? Check out our other story Snow White and Her Vampire King. Updates on Mondays. http://wbnv.in/a/1dibx6X “Harriette,” she whispered, her voice trembling, “we need to go. Now.”  The temperature dropped around them, Seraphim could see her breath, and her breathing was ragged as it drew in the sharp air.  Harriette’s body began to quiver as she too, sensed the shift in the air. But before they could move, a figure emerged from the shadows of the trees. It was unlike anything Seraphim had ever seen—a towering, hunched creature cloaked in darkness. Its eyes glowed faintly, twin orbs of eerie green light. The gaze seemed to pierce through her, seeping into her very soul. “Don’t look at it!” Seraphim hissed, grabbing Harriette’s arm and pulling her back. “Whatever you do, don’t meet its eyes!” The sisters stumbled backward, the creature’s guttural growl vibrating through the air. Seraphim’s heart pounded as she tried to remember the stories she had heard—legends of beasts that roamed beyond the wall, their gaze capable of paralyzing even the bravest of souls. They turned to flee, crashing through the underbrush in a desperate attempt to escape. But the creature was fast, its heavy footsteps thundering behind them.

In a world where legacies are forged in fire and shadows, family is both the greatest strength—and the deadliest weapon. The Bellator brothers—descendants of a bloodline feared and revered for generations—are bound by an unbreakable bond and a shared duty. Val, the youngest, harbors a dark secret alongside the family’s famed Purple Fire: the rare, deadly power of the Void, which isolates him even from his own kin. Together with Ember and Exeo, he forms Team Unknown, an elite assassination unit that treads the thin line between loyalty and vengeance. Yet, in the brutal world of shadows they inhabit, loyalty can be a fragile thing. When betrayal threatens the family’s very core, alliances fracture, hidden truths rise, and deadly enemies close in. As they confront sinister forces that seek to unravel their legacy, the brothers discover that the most harrowing battles are not always fought on the field, but within the heart. Vol1: (Season 1) Revenge’s Poison—is a tale of blood, sacrifice, and the unbreakable ties that define true strength, even when the world—and their own destinies—turn against them. Vol2: (Season 2) Light and Dark - Clareo's Finest will face their greatest allies and worst foes yet. Vol3: (Season 3) The Final Battle -draws the Bellator brothers, and Team Unknown into a harrowing confrontation that will test not only their powers but the very fabric of their bond. Step into a world where strength is defined not just by the power you wield, but by the battles you fight within yourself. --- Author Notes: I will be posting this story on Wattpad: https://www.wattpad.com/story/378625781-a-tale-of-three-brothers and in Royal Road: https://www.royalroad.com/profile/377015/fictions

"When curvy model Ashley Heintae meets billionaire entrepreneur Elijah Black, the sparks flying between them are undeniable. As they navigate their whirlwind romance, they must confront their dark pasts, fears, and insecurities. Will their love be strong enough to overcome the obstacles in their path? Dive into the passionate and emotional world of Ashley and Elijah as they explore the depths of their desire, vulnerability, and ultimate devotion. "Eternal Embers" is a steamy, contemporary romance novel that will leave you breathless and yearning for more."

Fiona, a young gamer from a poor family in Latin America, dreams of winning the world championship of the game Embers of a Wish. Her goal is to provide a better future for her daughter, despite her own poor background, social discrepancies, and invisibility to the world. She is determined to reach a happily ever after exclusive for her daughter, even if it means sacrificing her own and filling the role of a star of destiny. Fiona faces many challenges, including government corruption and the trials of being poor. However, she trains hard and competes in tournaments, all while struggling to make ends meet and survive in a corrupt society. Tianyu Star - Guardian Battle Angel © 2003 by Skyknight Beoulve is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0

In a world of monsters and mythical beasts. Humanity has long fallen to them. But they weren't willing to die. So Project Pandora was created. They cloned dead children in order to train them up. Barely any survived. But those who did survive, were stronger, smarter, and better than everyone else. They were known as Infinitias Superstes. Otherwise loosely translated into, infinite survivor. These Infinitias Superstes were put into special laboratories in order to train them for the outside world. But one of them is different from the rest. Vito is a clone of a mutated wight child, an undead which forever hates the living. But Vito is different, he doesn't hate the living. Instead, he hates those that want to take his life or harm him in any way. As a mutated wight, Vito's regeneration ability is unmatched by any human or normal weights. Being able to regenerate his fingers in seconds, and healing lost limbs in half a day. Vito also has another power, the Ember Pulse. His heart is like an ember, a stubborn and refusing to die, ember that will spark fires beyond itself. But Vito is discriminated against because he is different from all the rest. And so, in order to evolve his ember into an eternal flame, he'll need to destroy all opposition in front of him. Vito may not be the descendant of a Supreme Human King, or the Reincarnation of a Crystal Goddess, or even Nature's Apostle. But he is a Fire Relayer, the Last Ember Carrier. Aeterna Flamma. -Vito Sparks, Ascendence.

[Processing dead body... 45%... 56%... 99.9%... ding!] [Error.] [Reprocessing dead body... soul found... ding! 2%... 5%... 59%... 67%... 99%... ding! 99.9%] [Process incomplete.] The woman had red hair that glowed like embers. Her face was strikingly fair, but her entire body appeared faintly transparent like glass under sunlight. She blinked, disoriented, as her gaze settled on a hideous, robotic bird hovering nearby. Its sharp, angular body looked mismatched, with awkwardly stiff wings and an oversized beak that glowed menacingly. It was focused on her lifeless body on the ground, shooting thin, bright laser beams across her body. Hazel stared at the bird, her figure stiffening. "What in the world..." she whispered, her voice echoing faintly. If you're confused, let me explain. Just a few minutes ago, Hazel had been driving, enjoying the breeze through her open window. That's when she noticed a tiny puppy stranded in the middle of the road, trembling and helpless. Her instincts kicked in. Without thinking twice, she swerved, steering the car sharply to avoid hitting it. The puppy was safe. But Hazel wasn't. Her car had crashed, and she died instantly. Now, Hazel had become a ghost. Her body felt strange—light and weightless, yet she could feel every movement as if she were still alive. She floated, her hair billowing as though caught in an invisible current. Then came the noise. Ding! The sound was loud, sharp, and mechanical. Hazel flinched, looking around until her eyes landed on the robotic bird. It was still scanning her dead body with its obnoxious laser beams, beeping and whirring as if annoyed at its own failures. Hazel frowned, watching it from a distance, but after what felt like the tenth scan, her curiosity got the better of her. She floated closer, hovering near the hideous creature. It twitched, almost startled by her presence, before it froze completely. Ding! [Process complete] [Congratulations, soul number XOXO, for binding with the Baby-Raising System!] Hazel blinked, her ghostly hand clutching at her chest out of habit—forgetting she had no heartbeat anymore. "The what system?" [Newbie Packet detected! Festive Season Bonus activated for Host.] Ding! [Opening gift automatically… Bonus Daddy included in every world.] She froze, her hands dropping to her sides. Her mouth opened slightly in disbelief as the robotic bird chirped happily, almost smugly. "Wait... what? Bonus Daddy?!" Hazel's transparent figure seemed to flicker with frustration. Her chest rose and fell as if she was still breathing, though no air passed through her. The bird made another cheerful ding! sound, completely ignoring her shock. "What is this? Some kind of sick prank?" Hazel muttered, pacing in her ghostly form. She glanced at her lifeless body again, then back at the bird, her mind racing. She was dead. That much was obvious. But now she was... stuck in some baby-raising system? "What the heck is going on?" Hazel hissed, throwing her hands up.

Faced with the betrayal of his people and the brutal death of his family, Prince Leo is cast into a world of shadows and blood. His father, King Hadrian, lies dead, and his kingdom is left in ruins. With every ally turned enemy and every corner filled with treachery, Leo is torn between two paths: one driven by a thirst for revenge, the other by the fragile hope of restoring peace to the land. As secrets unfold and the truth of his family’s downfall becomes ever more elusive, Leo must confront a choice that will shape the future of his kingdom. Will he let rage and vengeance consume him, or will the embers of his past ignite a new, unshakable resolve to rise from the ashes and rule with justice?