So I Put My Hands Up

'Kill monsters, eat meat' 'I mean, Kill monsters, save lives. Got it.' 'Tut, I could've sworn that the first one sounded better.' She wasn't a girl looking for freedom or self-righteous liberation by a hero, or whatever shit a girl who suffered for almost all her life would crave. -the shit of a life she was living was horrible, but it was bearable, and so she got used to it. Rather, instead of freedom, what this little missy wanted was money. Lots and lots of them so she never has to worry about the next day. Money - bountiful enough that when she has to spend, she doesn't need to look back or calculate her assets to see how much she has left. Money - bountiful enough to get all the fried chicken she could ever dream of. Yeah, you heard it, fried chicken. For those who did not have money to spare leisurely, getting fried chicken was like a pipe dream to them and she had been one of those unfortunate souls. A comfortable roof above her head and no worries as to when she would get ordered around to steal. No worries about when she would get her next meal-- That was her liberation. And she got it. Just that, she got it most absurdly. Awakened! Those were the people ruling the world, alongside beastly and deadly monsters who threatened the safety of average human beings. And those awakened call the shots. Alice never dreamed she would one day be awakened, and compared to others with their game-like system displaying their attributes and strength; she had a full-grown man whom only she could hear, watching her back at every turn and telling her what to do. He was kinda a pain in the ass but she couldn't complain. It was this gift he had bestowed on her that made her the most powerful Awakened there was with stats that even S-class awakeneds couldn't compare to. She was the boss, now. Mwa-hahahahaha. But life didn't go as easy and leisurely as she planned. With great power comes great responsibility, right? Well, in her case with great power comes great hunger. She couldn't go a moment without getting hungry and her stomach had become a bottomless pit. And to get food, she needed money, and to get money, she had to hunt monsters. The monsters plagued humanity, causing catastrophes and taking lives mercilessly. Those monsters, as scary as they may be, were her target and she had to face them head-on. The bigger the monsters the more money she would gain. Yeah, that was the plan, but... This guy acting as her system seemed to have other plans, putting her at the forefront of 'justice' and having her clean the mess he somewhat created. 'Ugh, I can already sense a shadow of foreboding. Someone, please tell me I'm not acting the main character role. I just want to eat, okay?'

Male MC| No-Harem| No Yuri| No Yaoi| No NTR A/N: I'd be happy to get feedback as this is my first book. This will show that I actually have readers. Thanks. ____________________ ____________________ Update Schedule: Every Saturday 11:00 PM GMT (+6) 01:00 AM GMT (+8) Per Chapter Length: 1300-2000 words.

After playing a variation of the poker game, Shadow’s Hand, Damien Pearce unexpectedly awakened in an unfamiliar world. Stripped of all kinds of information in the world he was thrown into, Damien now had to navigate it through wits and guts. Amidst his search for information, he discovered that he seemed to be a part of the world as a Transcendent Investigator, otherwise known as TI. The TI seemed fearful and revered among the people in this world. They were responsible for catching Transcendent(s) who misused their power. But was that the reason for his transfer? “Do I or do I not belong in this world?” Damien questioned his presence constantly.

When Will Travers, a feature writer at a struggling newspaper, comes home ten minutes late, he’s not prepared for the bombshell his wife, Leona, is about to drop. After eight years of marriage, she announces her decision to leave him, blaming a hidden sorrow: their inability to have children. As Will navigates the heartbreak and the eerie calm of his sudden solitude, he reflects on the unraveling of his life—from the once-loving bond he shared with Leona to his firm belief in an odd, personal superstition: he should have married a left-handed woman. Set against the backdrop of a decaying newspaper industry, The Left-Handed Truth is a bittersweet exploration of failure, resilience, and the humorous quirks that help us move forward. Will’s journey to rediscover purpose and rebuild his life is equal parts poignant and unexpectedly inspiring, proving that sometimes the path to healing lies in embracing your imperfections—and the unpredictable hands of fate.

Horrible Accident? Check Otherworldly Soul Yeeting? Check Taking over some schmuck's body who died around the same time? Check Unable to cultivate because the aforementioned schmuck's constitution is all messed up? Double Check In the world of Valresta where the great and powerful cultivate an energy called aether to get to where they are, Zhen Liu (Thomas Lee) is physically unable to despite having the qualities to do so. But due to a twist of fate, Zhen Liu is given the ability to create kaijin, strange and monstrous warriors to fight in his stead. By using this world's laws combined with his knowledge of Earth, watch as Zhen Liu stands above the so-called aether saints to become the one and only kaijin lord! "What the hell is a train"?! "Something that's about to kick your butt. Get him"! "Yes my lord"! Cover art done by JacKLYart on Twitter My Twitter: https://twitter.com/MajorMizako?t=23kOezglRcDjEUKcmpZQiA&s=09

Destiny has one job—to get things right. Unfortunately, when it comes to Poll Nightvale, it spectacularly dropped the ball. Reincarnated into a world where magic isn’t just a tool but the very fabric of existence, Poll is anything but your typical hero. He’s a wildcard, a misfit genius with a mischievous streak wide enough to outwit gods and charm devils. Armed with the cunning of a con artist and the brilliance of a mad scientist, he’s here to turn this second shot at life into his own personal playground—and maybe save the world in the process. When Poll awakens to his dormant mana powers, he quickly realizes that magic is as chaotic and dangerous as destiny itself. Instead of bowing to tradition, he rewrites the rules, fusing science and sorcery in ways that terrify the establishment. His experiments are explosive, his plans borderline insane, but somehow, they always seem to work—well, most of the time. But destiny’s screw-up doesn’t end there. Poll discovers a shadowy threat lurking within the world’s mana—a corruption so insidious it threatens to unravel existence. While others would crumble under the weight of such a revelation, Poll smirks, cracks a joke, and gets to work. Chaos is his comfort zone, and impossible odds? Just another day at the office. With his sharp mind, devil-may-care attitude, and a ragtag team of companions who can barely keep up, Poll sets out to tackle a threat beyond comprehension. Along the way, he proves that heroes aren’t always chosen—they’re made. And sometimes, the best way to fix destiny’s mistakes is to blow them up and start over. Join Poll Nightvale on a journey of cunning schemes, explosive experiments, and chaotic brilliance. In a world teetering on the edge of annihilation, Poll isn’t just rewriting the rules—he’s rewriting fate itself. After all, when destiny screws up, it takes someone extraordinary to set things right. "Can’t wait for the next chapter? Unlock early access and read new chapters one week before everyone else! Plus, join exclusive polls to shape the future of the story and enjoy behind-the-scenes content. Your support keeps this story alive and growing—be part of the journey! --> coming soon"

The girl’s words flowed into her like poison in her bloodstream… “greedy bitch” – those were her exact words that he told his mistress about his wife!!. She never expected him to think of her this way! our marriage was a contract but I thought there were mutual respect between us..I had to wait three years to hear such words, and here I was, stuck in the bathroom of the hosts of this party. I waited until the two women left, then stepped out, feeling suffocated, as if something had changed forever in their cold marriage.

The young woman woke gasping for air in a hospital bed, unsure as to where she lay or who she was. Not your typical story of amnesia though, memories float on the edges, as if taunting her- being kept from her. With the help of a strange man, she begins her life anew, enrolling in an academy for people who have died and come back from beyond, such as herself. Navigating the unknown both in her own head and around her, will Lynx find herself in a sea of corpses or freeing herself from shackles that she cannot remember the origin of? Heedless of her own struggle, life goes on; and rising tensions between humanity and demon kind cause struggles and skirmishes left and right- will Lynx, a young new demon, decide that there is no place for her in such a struggle as one who has only just BECOME a demon? Or, is she the perfect candidate to step in and attempt to broker peace? https://discord.gg/8gEyAfYt8j PSA; YURI/GxG INVOLVED PSA; COVER IS JUST A PLACEHOLDER OF AN ANIME GIRL NAMED LYNX UNTIL I HAVE MY OWN ART PRODUCED, IT WAS IN MY FILES AS LYNX.JPG

After wasting his previous life the main character is reincarnated in a world full of mythical creatures and magic. Will he make a name for himself or will he repeat his actions?

Synopsis I used to have it all—popularity, a carefree high school life, and the attention of anyone I wanted. But then I met Keiko. She wasn't like the others—quiet, reserved, completely unfazed by my usual charm. I don't know why, but something about her pulled me in. Before I knew it, our lives got tangled in ways I never expected, leading to a mess neither of us saw coming. And just when I thought things couldn't get worse… I mysteriously woke up as a girl. Now, I'm stuck in a body that isn't mine, forced to navigate a life that's spiraling out of control. --- Author's note: This story is a romance-comedy with a slice-of-life theme, and most of the story will be told from the first-person perspective of the lead character, Ryusei/Ryuko. Update every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday (GMT+7). If you want to read advance chapter and more content, you can check and support me on my patreon page (patreon.com/Kcwon). I also added characters profile and image on my patreon page. Please check it out! Thanks for reading.

Lily Martinez was a beautiful and ambitious student. She loves to do things on her own instead of getting help from her parents. She always tries to survive. Calvin Thompson, the leader of the school bullies, often clashed with Lily and made high school and university hard for her. Their relationship was complicated; they both loved and hated each other. Calvin made it his goal to challenge Lily and torment her. Their rivalry was famous on campus. Years later, after leaving those tumultuous days behind, fate brings them together again at a wedding—Mily's wedding, Lily's identical twin sisters' wedding. But in a twist of events, Mily exchanges clothes with Lily, leaving Lily to walk down the aisle in her sister's place. Now, Lily stands at the altar, face-to-face with the man she loved to hate, as his unexpected bride. Will Calvin discover that the girl he tormented from his past is now his wife? And if he does, will he accept her, or will their history threaten to tear them apart? Find out in this whirlwind tale of secrets, misunderstandings, and a romance born from chaos!

The apocalypse didn’t just bring death—it shattered the very foundation of humanity. A mysterious system has rewritten reality, granting survivors unnatural strength in exchange for bloodshed. The streets are crawling with more than just the undead—monsters lurk in both human and inhuman form, preying on the weak without mercy. Society has crumbled, replaced by chaos where only the ruthless can hope to thrive. Charvet Storm was once a skilled gamer, who lived in the virtual world. But now, survival is no game. Every decision he makes is a gamble with death, every battle a test of his will to survive. Mutated horrors infest the city, and the remaining survivors are just as dangerous, forming factions that kill and conquer without hesitation. The strong dominate, the weak are slaughtered, and morality is nothing more than a distant memory. As the lines between man and monster blur, Charvet must carve his own path through the carnage. The system has given him the power to fight, but power alone isn’t enough. He will need cunning, ruthlessness, and the will to destroy anything—or anyone—who stands in his way. In this brutal new world, mercy is a death sentence. And Charvet has no intention of dying. Author: I just started this book this month, and I'll try to upload 2 to 3 chapters a day.

Ji-woo receives a cryptic SMS inviting her to Aethelgard. Initially dismissing it, strange occurrences and her gaming instincts pique her curiosity. She soon finds herself thrust into a world where leveling up is real, and a prestigious tournament, the "Ascension Games," is on the horizon. The winner gets a wish granted by the ancient Aethelgardian deity. The story follows Ji-woo's journey from a clueless newbie to a formidable contender in the Ascension Games, intertwined with a blossoming romance and uncovering the secrets of Aethelgard.

In a quiet village, Ravi and his family lead a simple yet harmonious life, until a mysterious stranger entrusts them with an unusual lantern engraved with eight arms. The lantern, capable of revealing hidden truths, soon becomes a source of turmoil. As it exposes secrets within the family, trust begins to waver, and doubts creep into their hearts. Misunderstandings threaten to tear them apart until the youngest member, Maya, realizes that the lantern only shows fragments of the truth, not the full picture. The family embarks on a journey to uncover the true purpose of the lantern, learning valuable lessons about trust, forgiveness, and the strength of unity along the way. Ultimately, they discover that truth alone cannot sustain relationships, only faith in each other can. Choosing love over doubt, they bury the lantern and find their way back to harmony, realizing that their bond is the only light they need. A simple and basic tale of family, trust, and redemption, The Light of Eight Hands explores the power of unity in the face of uncertainty.

Kael was once a being so powerful even the gods feared him—until he was thrown into The Null, a realm of endless torment and eventually cast into inexistence. But he returns, reincarnated as a powerless beggar in a broken world ruled by monsters and corruption. With memory of godly blood on his hands, he is determined to reclaim his strength, survive the Nexus's deadly trials, and tear down the heavens themselves. But it's a matter of time before the gods and celestials know he’s returned. And this time, they will not make the same mistake twice. > ◇ Ravager (Rank E) Eliminated. 20 VRP Gained. > ◇ 0.00109% Memory Unlocked. Forgotten Technique: Blight Shield Relearned. > ◇ Ather'valis, The God-Killing Blade, has been acquired.

Victoria a little girl of 7 years filled with innocence encounters harsh and disturbing moments after being kidnapped by terrorist while on a school trip and becomes an underworld queen after 20 years of handling harsh enviorment and bitter truth.

Why so obsessed? A world where beauty equates to strengths. As ugliness equates to feebleness. A dying world filled with depravity. Where its counterparts? Follow the story of a couple dancing in the Requiem of Madness. ------------------ No harem No NTR Couple battle-orientation

“When womaniser, 30-year-old office worker Lee Minho wakes up in the body of a 19th-century Korean maid, he must navigate a world of strict hierarchies, mysterious curses, and unexpected romance. Can he survive as a woman in a man’s world—or will he be trapped in this strange new life forever?”

[Warning! Mature Content!] The world was destroyed, torn to shreds by the war as it raged on. With the falling of nuclear bombs, the mutation strangely adapted and became an entirely new element. Those who couldn't withstand this mutation became beings tethering on the edge of life and death, becoming undead. Only a small population remains on the earth now. In this small population, some can adapt to the mutation and awaken unique powers in the apocalypse, while others are entirely unaffected, still like normal people. Ray was just a normal E-class awakener, but a faithful purple crystal changed everything. Through the purple crystal, a "system" activated inside him, which could allow him to get stronger the more he spreads his genes. Necromancer, wizard, martial artist to sorcerer - every single skill was possible as long as he spread his genes. From that moment, Ray walked the path of spreading his genes "for the sake of humanity." Author note: My MC is not some stupid shit who likes the enjoyment of being stupid, although he might not be the most high IQ person but he tries his best to strive for perfection and will do everything to get stronger, also he cares for his woman and doesn't abandon them. Join my Discord(new): https://discord.gg/jKNMtAHfet #no ntr, yaoi or yuri

Kai is refused help from the president and thrown back into ground zero, where he meets a man whom he shows kindness to. As an act of repayment Kai is taken to the under tunnel of the city where he discovers a secret office belonging to his father. The stranger seemed to know what he was looking for after some time he handed over a box to Kai. A melodic robo voice came from the box -|DNA ACTIVATION VERIFIED|- -|ASTRAL NODE IS ONLINE|- -|SYSTEM HAS BEGUN ACTIVATING|- -|AWAITING MANUAL OVERRIDE TO TURN ON SYSTEM|- Kai is gifted a rare astral node and resolves to join the academy to save his dying sister from the F-X7 disease and also escape the life of poverty they were stuck in. -|PASSWORD CORRECT|- -|MANUAL OVERRIDE SUCCESSFUL|- -|SYSTEM IS UPDATING, PLEASE BE PATIENT|- -|SYSTEM UPDATE IS COMPLETE|- -|SYSTEM IS ONLINE|- Joining the academy does no guarantee his success since he has no powers. But he must survive since that has been his goal after being sold to slavery. -|USER: KAI HALSTEN|- -|RACE: HUMAN|- -|GENDER: MALE|- -|LEVEL: ONE|- -|EXP: 0/100|- -|HP: 10/10|- -|BEGINNING BONDING|-

When the main character finishes a game his friends recommend to play (by force). He ends up stuck in the game being stuck in the character he played as, an then he’s force to change the fates of that world. Will he be able to come back to beat the s**t out of he’s friends?

Books have always been Emma's escape, especially romance novels where the girl ends up with the charming billionaire. Sometimes, She would wish she could be like the female lead, trading her reality for something magical. One day at the airport, waiting for her flight, she whispered: “I wish I could be her…” “That can be arranged,” a deep, confident voice replied. The moment she turned that was the moment nothing in her life has been the same since. Now, she was caught in a whirlwind of stories, jumping between worlds where the lines between fiction and reality blur. Each step pulls her deeper into a mystery she don’t fully understand. Someone or perhaps something is holding the key to it all. And every time she thought she was figuring it out, the book seemed to rewrite itself—changing everything she thought she knew. A Transmigration Story With A Lot Of Twist!

A boy unable to wield magic meets a raven like no other, and his path becomes a struggle for survival.

Have you ever wondered as a child? What would we humans find, once we leave the bosoms of Earth and journey past the heavens and into the black void of space. What lifeforms would we encounter and what planets we would colonize. Well humanity had finally left Earth and was in the process of colonizing the various other worlds within the system until they came. What did people think when we finally encountered aliens from beyond our solar system? How did they look? What intentions did they have? Were they huge monstruous beings from our darkest imaginations? Nope they look just like us albeit, more like the elves of fantasy. But what did many theories and movies, produced throughout human history get right, that they would be assholes. Disclaimer artwork cover is not mine just a representation art for reference.

This is a story of a Universe with a Time Paradox, where the time in this Universe is constantly rebooted by the gods called Diviners. But one day in the 12th Timeline, a mortal, Ragna Kent somehow survives the Reboot and can now communicate with his current timeline self, Leveling him up to fight the divine gods that cause this paradox. __________________________ To support the author: Join Discord: https://discord.gg/nPUQhX9C Join Dc Server: https://discord.com/channels/1218787271004651680/1219861679026733056 Follow me on Instagram: @kjv.zeanso Follow me on Twitter: @KjvZeanso https://www.patreon.com/KJVZeanso

Ji Wushuang, once the revered Sword Sovereign, feared by both gods and demons, met an untimely death at the hands of her closest kin. Betrayed, her body was destroyed, leaving no trace behind. But fate had other plans. She was reborn, not as the powerful being she once was, but as a powerless orphan with her spiritual bones stolen, unable to cultivate. However, being a "waste" is no obstacle for Ji Wushuang. Her determination remains unbroken, and she quickly becomes the treasured disciple of the Five Great Masters. Yet, her happiness is short-lived. She soon discovers a shocking truth—her masters and fellow disciples, all of whom are heirs of the greatest fortunes, are nothing but "nourishment" for the so-called "Chosen Ones" in this world. Her First Master’s disciple, a genius in medicine and poison, is tricked and has her spiritual roots destroyed by a deceptive lover. The Second Master’s heir, a beauty with a kind heart, is lured into a trap by a demonic woman and ends up losing her life and cultivation. The Third Master’s pupil, despite reaching the peak of cultivation, remains a devoted servant to his unworthy love, only to be left with nothing. And the misfortune doesn’t stop there. Every disciple of the Five Great Masters is led to ruin, their fates sealed by betrayal, sacrifice, and death. But Ji Wushuang isn’t the type to sit back and watch. Angered and heartbroken by the fate of her loved ones, she decides to take matters into her own hands. With a powerful vengeance, she unleashes her true power, determined to save her fallen disciples and protect them from the sinister forces at play. She doesn’t care how many times she must strike her enemies or how ruthless she must be. Even if it costs her life, she will make sure the guilty pay. In a world where destinies are manipulated and heroes fall, Ji Wushuang rises again. She rekindles her masters’ and disciples' broken spirits, helping them all transcend their pasts. Reborn with unmatched power, they become ruthless warriors, each more formidable than before. Ji Wushuang, the once powerless "waste" disciple, is now the most coveted treasure in the world—no longer the "forgotten" one, but the greatest legend of all. This is the tale of revenge, rebirth, and the unbreakable bonds of loyalty. In the end, even the heavens will tremble at the rise of Ji Wushuang, the immortal sword master who defied fate itself.

If Only I Could Level Up In a world reshaped by the enigmatic Paradox World System, humanity has become a battleground of levels, stats, and unimaginable power. For most, survival means ascending the ranks of the system, but for Erwin Grey, it’s a cruel paradox. Born without a system of his own, he’s trapped in a world where everyone else evolves—except him. Yet, Erwin is far from powerless. He discovers a unique ability: while he cannot level up himself, his weapons and items can ascend to extraordinary heights. Armed with this anomaly, Erwin must navigate deadly trials, face ruthless players, and outwit a system designed to crush him. But survival is only the beginning. As Erwin unravels the truth behind the Paradox World System, he’s confronted by a shocking revelation: the system was created by his future self to prepare humanity for a war with an unknown enemy. Now, Erwin must embrace his role as the architect of his own torment and make impossible choices—where sacrifice and survival are often the same. Epic battles, chilling decisions, and a hero driven by cold logic and ingenuity. If Only I Could Level Up is a gripping tale of resilience, defiance, and the relentless pursuit of purpose in a world that demands everything. Will Erwin conquer the system, or will the weight of his choices destroy him? The clock is ticking, and the price of failure is extinction.

Han Ye crossed into the world of a fantasy cultivation epoch, transmigrating into a tenant farmer in Langlang Village. Believing he was doomed to live his life in toil and hardship, he accidentally awakened a destiny called "Accumulated Attributes Released at Once". "Accumulated Attributes Released at Once": Not unlike how constant dripping wears away a stone, or how hard frost forms at three feet not overnight, it allows one to accumulate the attributes of others. Remaining quiet until the moment you choose to release it, one can then shock everyone with their power. In Langlang Village, he worked alongside farmers, and secretly listened to lectures in private schools. "Strength of an Ox +1" "Slightly Versed in Literature and Ink +1" In the Sect's Grand Competition, disciples compete and are selected through observation. "Fire Spiritual Root +1" "Sword Heart Clarity +1" With such assistance, hope ignited within Han Ye. He steadily developed, diligently accumulated attributes and improved his strength to allow himself to transform, growing stronger in silence. That year, the gears of fate began to turn. No one expected that the tranquil world of immortal cultivators, which had remained peaceful for ten thousand years, would begin to descend into chaos! As the Heavens collapsed, the great powers emerged; immortals descended, sparking a war between the righteous and the demonic. No one could have imagined that a humble tenant farmer from those years past could rise to become Han the Respected One, feared by the world.