Mardock Scramble

In a world where monsters emerge from mysterious rifts, humanity struggles to survive against the rising tide of destruction. Kael, a seemingly weak hunter from the Shadow Dusk guild, awakens a power that defies understanding after his death in a catastrophic battle. As the world teeters on the edge of annihilation, Kael becomes an unpredictable force with the ability to control all, a power that even the ancient Void cannot fully comprehend. Meanwhile, across the globe, powerful hunters, including those from Carven, face off against increasingly powerful monster waves, and the fall of Westbridge serves as a dire warning. As countries scramble to protect their people, legendary hunters like Eli, Jaren, and Clara rise to prominence, hailed as the hopes of Carven for their incredible strength and ability to combat the monsters. But hidden behind the rifts is a far greater threat—an otherworldly force that pulls the strings from the shadows, manipulating events and guiding powerful beings with its unknown motives. As the world's leading hunters begin to uncover more about the Void and its mysterious influence, alliances are tested, and long-buried secrets rise to the surface. Kael's journey takes him beyond mere survival, thrusting him into a battle that will determine humanity's future against forces both known and unimaginable.

The world has fallen into chaos. Zombies and mutants roam unchecked in a shattered reality where natural laws have crumbled. Above, malevolent gods gaze down, treating the apocalypse as their personal playground—a merciless arena for survival and evolution. For humanity, it’s the ultimate trial. For the gods and demons, it’s a game of devastation and despair. But Novak, a battle-hardened survivor of decades in this hellish wasteland, is granted an extraordinary second chance. Reborn ten days before the apocalypse begins, he is no longer just a man scrambling to survive. Infected with the zombie virus from the very start, Novak awakens an SSS-level talent: [Virus King.] With mastery over devastating pathogens—the Blacklight Virus, T-Virus, Venom Parasitic Virus, and more—he forges a singular path of evolution, wielding the power to control life and death. Now, Novak must rise above gods, demons, and the horrors of the apocalypse to carve out his destiny. Will he save humanity from destruction or become the harbinger of its ultimate doom? Disclaimer: This story is a work of fan fiction. All names, characters, places, and incidents featured in this narrative are either products of the author's imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual events, locales, or persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental. The story may include themes, situations, or language suitable for mature audiences and may not align with canon portrayals. Reader discretion is advised. Author: 鬼神阎罗 Translators: Iamnoob/Novelette_Seeker Ps: The book cover features the main character! Ps: This is a Translation. Raw: 全民末日：我，病毒君王

Qiao Xi grew up in the countryside. After her father's passing, her mother remarried. When Qiao Xi came of age, her unkind mother brought her back to the city to marry off in place of her stepsister. She was forced into marriage with the second young master of the Huo family, a so-called "useless" man with disabled legs and rumored infertility. On the second day of their marriage, her aloof, indifferent husband casually told her, "Divorce or stay a widow in this marriage-pick one." Without hesitation, Qiao Xi tugged at his suit pants, her hand finding his firm, muscular thigh as she declared, "I choose option three!" Soon after, she demonstrated her remarkable acupuncture skills, healing patients and saving lives. Her "useless" husband turned out to be a hidden multi-billionaire! Not only did she cure him, but she ended up carrying his child. Elite figures and prominent families scrambled to seek her medical expertise, while those who once wronged her regretted it deeply, begging for her forgiveness. Some high-society ladies even came to her, eyes red with emotion, hoping to reconnect as family! It turned out Qiao Xi was meant to live a life of luxury and pampering, if not for someone who had stolen her birthright. Her delighted husband couldn't be happier: "My wife is priceless; only those who marry her would understand!" Meanwhile, Qiao Xi gritted her teeth, rubbing her sore waist: "Who was the one claiming to be pure and chaste back then?" Clearly, he was nothing less than an irresistible devil in disguise!

From fleeing for your safety and enrolling in a school filled with psychopaths… to being claimed by a deranged alpha prince? Yeah, you’re better off dead. • . • Jules’ life was picture perfect until his entire family got murdered all of a sudden, with him being the only survivor. A savior swooped In because he was still in immense danger, and that led to Jules taking on a new identity and becoming a completely different person overnight— and enrolling into Carnivals, a prestigious all-boys school for all supernatural beings. In Carnivals, monsters lurk the dark hallways and the strong preyed on the weak. You either become a predator or a prey… and from one look at Jules— a boy too pretty for his own good, with a slender and petite build, it was obvious that he was gonna be eaten alive by the predators. Here comes Blaze, a wolf who sends shivers down every predator’s spine in the school, an insanely hot Alpha who was as dangerous and deranged as the rumors claimed. He took one glance at Jules and decided there and then that Jules belonged to him. *** I inched backwards, eyes widening even more as my eyes zeroed in on the smirk tugging at the side of his lips. Blaze never smiled, and whenever he does, it never meant anything good. My heartbeat quickened as I scrambled backwards even more, breath stuttering to a stop as he began to narrow the distance between us. In no time, my back was plastered against the cold wall and that was when it hit me right in the chest that I was cornered and ensnared, like an actual prey… by none other than Blaze, when I had thought my life couldn’t get any worse. He towered over me effortlessly, emitting so much dominance and I had to tilt my head backwards for me to be able to meet his dark eyes, and my breath hitched when our eyes locked. He leaned down and my eyes snapped closed at once as I held my breath, waiting for him to strike. I’ve heard all the horrifying, endless rumors about him. He was an Alpha Prince whose presence someone like me should never be in. When I felt the tip of his cold nose glide over the length of my throat, my mouth fell open to release a startled gasp. He dragged in a long, audible breath and I felt a shiver rattle down my spine as I grew even stiffer, confusion clouding my mind. What was happening? Why was he doing this out of nowhere? Oh my gosh… he really was a deranged alpha like everyone says! *** THIS BOOK IS RATED 18+! It contains matured content such as: - Bullying. - Drug use. - Smut [a whole lot of it.] - Violence. - Harem [not between the main characters.] So… proceed with caution, you’ve been warned! *I don’t own the rights to the cover!

Foreign wish, scrambled dream. I know her wish, but does she know mine? A twilight that begins in school, bringing with it cryptic secrets. Do I really want to know... The true nature of this place? A simple story of a hero and a demon king.

Keira Olsen got married, but she didn't know that her husband-out-of-the-blue turned out to be the richest man! She's an illegitimate daughter who can't be recognized. She's been clawing and scrambling her way up, struggling to survive since childhood. He's the child of destiny, standing high and mighty. The two are worlds apart in status. Everyone was waiting for Keira to be swept out the door, but all they got was a post from the richest man on his social media account: "My dear wife, can we not divorce?" Everyone was confused. [Strong Female Lead, Undercover, Dominator, Powerful Confrontation, 1V1]

The world as we know it has crumbled. A towering, mysterious structure has erupted at the center of the planet, bringing with it legions of monsters and apparitions, plunging humanity into chaos. [AWAKENING TALENTS ] [ NEXT MONSTER WAVE - 19 DAYS LEFT ] While survivors scramble, Nyx, a detached and cunning college student, sees this as the perfect opportunity to rise, he realizes this broken world is his playground. [ HOST HAS AWAKENED TALENT TIER: Z ] [ GENERATE ] [ HOST HAS RECEIVED 'GENERATED SKILL' ] [ HOST HAS RECEIVED SKILL TIER: SS ] [ COMMAND ] With infinite resources at his disposal and a mind honed for manipulation, Nyx begins his ascent—ready to bend the apocalyptic world to his will behind the scene. The Villain Has Infinite Resources at World End centers on Nyx Valmeister, a brilliant and ruthless anti-hero who rises to power in a world thrown into chaos by monstrous invasions and a mysterious Tower. Nyx, a sociopath who awakens a system with the power to generate skills, weapons, and resources at will, views the apocalypse as an opportunity rather than a tragedy. Armed with his talent and cold logic, he systematically eliminates threats, manipulates survivors, and builds an empire on the ruins of society. Unlike typical heroes, Nyx is driven purely by self-interest and power. He has no qualms about sacrificing others for his goals, seeing people as pawns or useful assets—nothing more. His ability to combine skills and equipment into more potent forms gives him an edge over other survivors, and his strategic mind allows him to exploit every advantage. I CAN ASSURE YOU - MC IS SPECIAL

I Am Gabriel In a world torn by conflict and division, an enigmatic figure descends from the heavens, shaking the foundations of mortal understanding. Gabriel, a being of ethereal beauty with four angelic wings, awakens in the frozen north among the Vikings, a people hardened by war and survival. Stripped of his memories but gifted with immense power, Gabriel quickly becomes a beacon of hope, a force capable of healing, creation, and unimaginable destruction. As he aids the Vikings in a desperate battle against a barbarian horde, rumors of a god walking among mortals spread like wildfire across the lands. From the **snowbound North** to the **golden deserts of the South**, and the disciplined empires of the **East**, rulers, warriors, and scholars scramble to understand this being’s motives. Is he a savior, a threat, or something far beyond human comprehension? Yet, even as Gabriel shapes the world around him, questions haunt his existence. Why was he brought to this land? What is the source of his immense power? And why does he feel a growing connection to the people he has chosen to protect? As kingdoms prepare for alliances or wars, and Gabriel’s influence spreads, his presence begins to unravel secrets buried deep within the fabric of the world. Forces, both divine and malevolent, take notice, and the stakes grow higher than anyone could imagine. Will Gabriel become a unifying light in a fractured world, or will his very existence plunge it into chaos?

In a universe where game and reality collide, an NPC character named Alexis Tilt—known in the virtual world of "Boundless" as the master strategist—finds himself ripped from his familiar, coded world and thrust into the hustle and bustle of modern-day Japan. When a hacker's sabotage wreaks havoc on the Global Game World Server, "Boundless Adventure" is consumed by glitches and fractures that send Alexis and other NPCs into the real world, not to mention the waves of creatures from his game world that threaten to appear every day at noon! As Alexis explores his new surroundings, curiosity overtakes him, and instead of scrambling to return, he finds himself captivated by the real world’s unprogrammed beauty and unpredictable rhythms. Now, he’s not just figuring out how to live; he’s learning how to thrive as a restaurant manager, navigating the daily grind with humor, curiosity, and tactical finesse. But the challenges of his digital past aren’t far behind. As creatures and beasts spawn into his new life during midday “Waves,” Alexis and other displaced NPCs from his world must join forces to protect the real world from Boundless Adventure’s perils, using strategy and bravery in ways he never anticipated. Will Alexis find a new calling in this world? Dive into a thrilling tale where gaming’s fantasy meets real-world challenges, adventure meets discovery, and every day brings new battles and surprises for Alexis in this new fresh, unscripted life that he stumbled upon.

In a world devastated by a zombie apocalypse and rapidly mutating monsters, Jack found himself transferred into this dangerous alternative world. All that was given to him as a lifeline was a mysterious system. Whose sole purpose was to make him create games for the human race. But this gift comes with steep demands: hit unattainable targets under impossible conditions. Despite years of effort, Jack’s system betrays him, stripping away his progress, finances, and hope, leaving him buried in debt and on the brink of conscription into a military force fighting the monsters outside the walls. Now forced to survive without the system, Jack must outwit the deadly forces outside the city walls and navigate the treacherous realities of this dystopia. As ghosts and demons hunted him down inside the City Walls. With limited time and resources, he scrambles to leverage his ingenuity and what little remains of his skillset to avoid becoming cannon fodder in humanity’s last desperate war. Haunted by the specter of his failure and the looming apocalypse, Jack’s journey is one of resilience, reinvention, and the desperate fight to reclaim control of his shattered life.

Hiatus!(a week) {Warning: Explicit Sexual Content, Harem, Dark Themes, and Ruthless Protagonist} Betrayed by those closest to him, Voldrak—the most formidable Outer Immortal—has fallen from grace, cast down to the desolate Base Realm. Now stripped of his power, freedom, and wealth, he awakens as a slave in a harsh world where only the strong survive. Reduced to a shadow of his former self, he is left with two remnants of his past: a faint trace of dark energy and a cursed Dual-Cultivation System he despises. Faced with a grim fate, Voldrak is forced to wield the forbidden power he loathes. Staring at the first notification from the system and the woman at his feet, he makes a chilling decision. “I will use you,” he growls, expecting resistance. But the woman, driven by her own desire for power, meets his gaze with equal resolve. “Then use me,” she whispers, eager for any chance to seek her own revenge. With vengeance as his guide, Voldrak begins a dark, perilous journey to reclaim his place in the Immortal Realm. …until one of his wives falls in a brutal battle, and Voldrak realizes the bitter truth: the cursed system wasn’t aiding him—but simply waiting to take control of his body. Enraged, he sacrifices his closest allies, shattering the chains of the cursed system. In doing so, he uncovers the truth of his erased memories and his hidden identity: the Supreme Ruler of the Superior Immortals, betrayed and cast aside in a cruel conspiracy. Reborn in blood and fury, Voldrak makes a pact with a demonic entity, sacrificing his mortal body for a chance at true rebirth. With his soul blackened beyond repair, he sets out on a new path, one paved in blood, vengeance, and unrelenting conquest. [Minion Subjugation System Activated] [Stella—Sixth Rank Soldier Defeated. Choose Action: Absorb Her Power, Convert Her to a Minion, or Add Her to Your Harem.] With each victory, his power grows, as he conquers new and brazen enemies. The three Superior Immortals, fearing his resurgence, scramble to halt his ascent. #Reasd ast your owsn perils!

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The anticipated engagement party turns into a broken engagement announcement and a notice of expulsion from the house. In one day, Anna lost everything. She accidentally activated a space and took the business’ supplies for revenge. But who would have thought that natural disasters will come? The world is changing and resources become scarce. So, the style of painting changed. When other people are scrambling to find something to eat, Anna was still cooking at home. When other people are fighting for food, Anna was lying on her bed while snacking her favorite chips. When other people are working hard to get some water, Anna was lying on her bathtub comfortably. The relatives came to the door for help. Anna only looked at them coldly and spat out, "Scram!" Her ex fiancé also came, asking for reconciliation and love. Her new man kicked him out of the door and slammed it shut. He then looked at Anna with a pitiful look. "Wife, do you not want me anymore? I'm easy to raise." Anna looked at the puppy like man and pulled him closer with a smile on her face. . . . It was only later she realized that the puppy is actually a big bad wolf... But the goods couldn’t be returned! … Notes: the cover is an AI image. I only edited it a bit.

[You've Successfully Entered Groupchat For The Troubled!] Salted_Mackerel43 [For the first time in my career, I seem to be having trouble with my target. My wife, 24 (M) wouldn't leave, we've been married for 8 months now and my taunts have always worked on him, but now he doesn't even blink an eye. At this rate, my perfect record will turn into ashes. Please send help!] | |NotAMonsterFucker [Have you tried using violence?] | |Salted_Mackerel43 [Thank you for the advice! I did try to duel him one time, but even with a damaged leg he still managed to send me flying with a sword. After that, he tended to my wounds and he's even teaching me how to properly fight with a sword now.] | |I'llSueEverything [Reminds me of that time I got scammed by a game and was forced to work for the Intergalactic System.] | |Vigilante_Husband [I don't see a connection.] | |I'llSueEverything [Squint harder.] | |GalacticWeirdo0×0 [@everyone welcome the new member!!!] | |I'llSueEverything [I already did.] | |GalacticWeirdo0×0 [@SHfbejdidhejksidhdjs12 @Vigilante_Husband @What_Is_Love? give @Salted_Mackerel43 some advice!] | |Vigilante_Husband [Just love your wife, I'm sure it'll all work out.] | |What_Is_Love [I asked my coworkers, one said you should make your wife jealous while the other said you should kiss him stupid..?] | |SHfbejdidhejksidhdjs12 [...those aren't advice...] | |NotAMonsterFucker[Just use violence! VIOLENCE, LISTEN TO ME @Salted_Mackarel43] | |SHfbejdidhejksidhdjs12 [Give some proper–] | ||I'llSueEverything [Shut you—] | |What_Is_Love? [she als–] | | |Vigilante_Husband [I'm putting all of you in timeout.] Cheng Jin watched as the chatroom errupted into chaos. In the end, he couldn't ask any decent advice. "You told me that this was the no.1 chatroom in the mainstream. Why is it only 4 people?" [Correction. 5, you're also a part of it now.] Before Cheng Jin could complain, the door to his room opened and he quickly scrambled to get back on his bed. "I've brought breakfast." Ying Yu entered with a tray of food, seeing this, Cheng Jin's soul almost left his body. Seeing Cheng Jin's odd expression, Ying Yu carefully placed the tray down before striding to the other's side. With his left hand, he grasped Cheng Jin's shoulder, before the other could protest, Ying Yu was already pressing his face closer, their foreheads touching. After a beat, Ying Yu slowly retreated, his eyes never leaving Cheng Jin. "You don't have a fever, but why are you red?" Honestly, Cheng Jin doesn't know. What he does know though, that he preferably wants to be burried 8 feet below the ground right now. 'PLEASE SEND HELP!'

On just another normal Monday, a new virtual reality game called "Evolution Online" launched out of nowhere and took the world by storm. People were blown away by the game’s hyper-realistic features and endless adventures. Everyone from small companies to big corporations and governments scrambled to get a foothold on this mysterious video game. But what they didn't know was that this game was actually a tutorial for the upcoming apocalypse that was about to hit the planet! The game was a precursor to the Earth's first evolution, where mana was going to be unleashed into the real world! Liam, a high school student who had faced numerous setbacks in his life, turned to 'Evolution Online' in the hope of changing his fate, but instead, he got trapped in the game's twisted world, and things went from bad to worse. When the apocalypse finally arrived, Liam barely managed to escape, but his situation didn't improve. Along with millions of others, he died a miserable death, unable to fight back and filled with regret. However, Liam's story didn't end there. He found himself inexplicably transported back in time before everything started! Armed with the knowledge of what was to come, Liam was determined to become the strongest and most powerful player, unleashing destruction upon the world that had ruined him before! This time, things were going to be different! ******************* Discord Link for chatting with author and character art https://discord.gg/XS7gWScKn8

In the year 2728, a deadly virus ravages Earth, wiping out almost 90% of the human population. The virus targets only humans, leaving the world in chaos. By 2729, the remaining 10% of humanity has taken refuge in 1000 bunkers around the globe, hoping to outlast the plague. To conserve resources, each bunker’s inhabitants are placed in cryogenic sleep, waking only 100 individuals every 100 years for brief maintenance cycles. By the year 5000, humanity begins to emerge, restoring the Earth—but Bunker No. 11 remains mysteriously inactive, hidden away and never rejoining the world. In the year 4000, after over 1,300 years in cryosleep, the 13th maintenance crew in Bunker No. 11 encounters an energy failure on its reactor, the crew forced to wake up the sleeping human in the entire bunker to keep the power flowing, they scramble to make repairs. But then, a powerful earthquake shakes the bunker, driving the terrified crew to evacuate. When they emerge, they're shocked to find a vibrant, wild forest where their old civilization once stood. The skyscrapers and cityscapes they remember are gone, replaced by an unknown and untamed landscape.

"s-someone bring out camera! capture my moment for stepping into the lower realm!" Cherry shouted excitedly. "look look! This is my first step!" "this is where my adventure started!" In a realm that only angel race exist. there's two siblings. one is already at the peak of power. and the other that were still a child. this was a story about the little sister of an arch angel. stepping into the lower realm in search for her sister. but eventually distacted by the atmosphere on a small City by the seaside. "eh? fishing? sounds like fun!" "swimming? okaaaay! teach me teach me!" "did I forget something?...I remember it later then..." ... And eventually forget what's her goal is... There she meets a kind devil sister, a Yakuza heir, and a normal teenager.

Tom was just another student, sitting through a mundane lecture on an ordinary day at university when the world changed forever. Without warning, the sky fractured—splintering like shattered glass and revealing strange, celestial lights beyond. What followed was chaos: earthquakes, storms, and the unravelling of the society Tom once knew. Amid the collapse, Tom discovered he wasn’t the same as before. The strange phenomenon had awakened something inside him—powers he couldn’t explain and didn’t ask for. Fear and desperation took hold as people scrambled to survive in a crumbling world. Communities broke apart, and the rules that once held society together vanished. Thrust into this new reality, Tom must learn to wield his mysterious abilities while navigating a world where trust is rare. Survival means confronting both human threats and the unknown forces behind the fractured sky.

In another virtual world, a game gourmet changes everything. The chef's creations are legendary: fried rice made with phoenix eggs, rice from the Qin Dynasty, and dumplings filled with ice silkworm meat. But there are rules: if the chef doesn’t let you eat, you can’t. Even if you can, it depends on his mood—if he’s not feeling it, forget about it. Every day, chaos ensues as people scramble for a taste, with even starlets waiting eagerly, using flying swords and ships just for that exquisite culinary experience. —He is the devilish chef, loved and hated, wielding his iron wok.

Ryo’s high school life was supposed to be simple—quiet, drama-free, and definitely not romantic. But when three very different girls start showing interest in him, his peaceful existence is thrown into chaos. Hana, the energetic ray of sunshine, Saki, the mischievous tease, and Mei, the mysterious and reserved beauty, each want a piece of his attention. As rumors swirl and his best friend Yuto laughs at his misfortune, Ryo is left scrambling to survive the unexpected attention. Between dodging romantic advances and figuring out his own feelings, can Ryo find a way to bring some sanity back to his school life? Or is "normal" a thing of the past? A hilarious and heartwarming school-life comedy filled with awkward moments, budding romance, and unexpected friendships!

a story about a girl Miko Hori tries to become a hero and seeking her love at the same time

Jing Yun looked at the scene before him. The prince who was supposed to fall in love with the sleeping princess was making love eyes at the frog. "Fuck." Yu Xian cursed—out of the three of them, she was always the quickest to think, so it wasn't a suprise that she was the first to realize how badly they messed up. He could already see her scrambling towards Gu Feng, probably to choke the other, but Jing Yun was still processing everything so he's not in the right state to stop her. After a couple of minutes, he could hear a cry coming from the corner, though he barely managed to register it, too focused on the sight of the prince currently making out with the frog. "YOU BASTARD! YOU GAVE HIM THE WRONG POTION!!!" . . . The Matchmaking Agency, an organization with the sole purpose of tying the heart's of people, and making the love blossom, despite this, the agency and it's workers does everything, well...except for that purpose. "We set off a bomb, pissed off a god, messed with an Empire and now we're inside a monster's mouth...are you sure this has anything to do with love?" Jing Yun asked as he looked at his fellow workmates—the three of them were currently floating on a green liquid, probably the monster's saliva. "Love is complicated." "We're going to die! STOP TALKING AND DO SOMETHING!!!" Jing Yun contemplated on Yu Xian's wistful answer and then to Gu Feng's life and death scream. With a nod, Jing Yun concluded: Love is really complicated. "Stop with that bullshit, we're being eaten alive for fuck's sake!" Truly complicated.

Ethan had always led a life of mediocrity—leaning towards particularly unlucky. That all changed the night he was struck by a bolt of lightning. Miraculously, he survived, but something had shifted. A strange warmth settled in his chest, and, for the first time in his life, everything seemed to go his way. But as he adjusted to his altered fate, a new virtual reality game called "Evolution Online" launched out of nowhere and took the world by storm. People were blown away by the game’s hyper-realistic features and endless adventures. Everyone from small companies to big corporations and governments scrambled to get a foothold on this mysterious video game. What they didn't know was that this game was actually a tutorial for the upcoming apocalypse that was about to hit the planet! The game was a precursor to the Earth's first evolution, where mana was going to be unleashed into the real world! Ethan dives into the game, discovering all the hidden players and the twisted reality that was unfolding right in front of his eyes. As the world teeters on the brink of this magical evolution, will his newfound luck be enough to save him from a world reborn in chaos?

Leo had been living a peaceful life when, suddenly, his tranquility was shattered by his haunting past. Someone he thought he'd escaped, someone he believed was behind him for good, was now chasing him once more. This time, no matter where Leo ran or hid, the person was relentless—coming for him. ..... Leo’s skin crawled under the touch, his breath shallow as he forced himself to speak. “Stop.” The figure’s eyes flashed with something dark, something possessive. “Stop?” he repeated, his voice a low whisper, like a soft hum in Leo’s ear. “You don’t really want me to stop.” Leo’s heart pounded, his vision blurring at the edges. “I’m not—” His voice broke, and he clenched his jaw, trying to pull himself together. “I’m not the same person you knew.” The figure’s smile returned, colder now, more menacing. “Neither am I.” Before Leo could react, the figure’s hand wrapped around his wrist, gripping tightly, pulling him closer. Leo gasped, his body stiffening as he was yanked forward, their faces now inches apart. He could feel the figure’s breath on his skin, cold and unsettling, his eyes burning into him with an intensity that made Leo’s stomach twist. “What do you want from me?” Leo’s voice wavered, his chest tightening as the reality of the situation settled in. The figure’s lips curled into a smirk, his grip tightening. “I want you to remember. I want you to feel what you’ve tried to forget.” Leo’s mind raced, his thoughts scrambling for a way out. But before he could say anything, the figure’s hand slid from his wrist to the back of his neck, pulling him in sharply. Their lips collided, a hard, forceful kiss that sent a shock through Leo’s entire body. Leo’s breath hitched, his mind screaming in protest, but his body was frozen, trapped in the overwhelming force of the moment. The figure’s grip tightened, his kiss rough, claiming, as if trying to erase every part of Leo that had moved on, every part that had healed.

When Earth is suddenly transformed into a world straight out of a fantasy game, humanity scrambles to survive in a realm it barely recognizes. June, unaware of the full extent of her newfound powers, finds herself battling creatures she once believed existed only in stories. As danger escalates, she must adapt quickly, stepping into the role of a leader and guiding others through relentless battles. One day, she may be powerful enough to bring peace to this new Earth—but for now, survival is all she can hope for.

Dead Earth is a raw and relentless anthology that plunges readers into humanity’s darkest hours, exploring the shattered remnants of civilization under apocalyptic siege. Each story dives into a unique doomsday scenario: from alien invasions to zombie uprisings, demonic forces, and cosmic horrors that defy human understanding. As humanity scrambles to survive, alliances are forged and shattered, and every choice counts. With each narrative thread, Dead Earth unearths both the grit and fragility of the human spirit, capturing the terrifying beauty of a world on the brink of annihilation.

In a distant era known as the Era of Convergence, the universe is on the brink of upheaval. Eons ago, a powerful ancient intelligence scattered fragments of itself across the cosmos—enigmatic artifacts known as the Arks of Origin. These mysterious arks, each embodying facets of cosmic wisdom, wrath, serenity, and chaos, have influenced the rise and fall of countless civilizations, seeding cultures, philosophies, and myths in their wake. Now, after millennia of silence, one of these legendary arks has stirred, sending a signal across the stars—a call that reaches the galaxy’s most powerful factions. The Stellar Coalition, an alliance devoted to safeguarding knowledge and fostering peace, scrambles to secure the Ark before its power is misused. Their rivals, the ruthless Echo Dominion, see in the Ark the key to ultimate control over the galaxy and rally their forces for war. Meanwhile, the enigmatic Wayfarers of Entropy, a band of scholars and nomads, heed the Ark’s call as an omen of enlightenment, pursuing truths that lie beyond mortal comprehension. As the three forces race to reach the Ark, ancient secrets come to light, blurring the line between myth and reality. But beneath the surface, the Ark holds something more profound than any one faction could imagine—a secret that could unite or shatter the universe. In this boundless saga, characters will rise and fall, empires will be built and destroyed, and mysteries will unfurl across millions of years, leaving each generation to grapple with the eternal question: in a universe governed by incomprehensible forces, can knowledge and unity prevail over ambition and chaos?

Me? My name is Kojin Ozias. Ozias, because it wasn’t my birth name. Kojin, because I liked it. There aren’t many things I hate. And even fewer people I love, maybe just one. For that one person, I’d pay any price. Even my life feels small compared to that. But for those I hate… their lives feel like a small prize, one I wouldn't really hesitate to take. ++++ Once upon a time- Uh-uh. That’s too old-fashioned. He was just a child, innocent, with dreams of being a pilot, maybe an astronaut. Or perhaps someone as gentle as his mother. Until those dreams were shattered. The mother he thought was sweet and loving sold him off in a desperate scramble for money. Taken in by a shadowy organization, he became one of many children experimented on. Yet, his life persisted. He watched as children around him suffered, their lives ending right before his eyes. He didn’t know what the people who took him wanted. He didn’t know if they would ever let him go. All he wanted was to see his mother again, to have a proper meal, or maybe, just live without pain. But there was something he never realized. Buried deep within him was something-or someone-dangerous. Someone watching his life unfold. Someone, who never forgets to pay back. -------- Chapters will be updated every Sunday, Wednesday and Friday. Love From Author. -Romanticist.

In a world shattered by an apocalyptic event, humanity has been forever changed. Mystical genes, long dormant in bloodlines tied to ancient myths and legends, have awakened, granting extraordinary abilities to a select few. These individuals, known as the "Aetherborn," possess powers drawn from gods, giants, Nephilim, and other forgotten beings. But with their awakening comes a darker reality: dangerous creatures from myth and nightmare have returned, threatening to push the world into further chaos. To combat these emerging threats, hunting guilds rise, composed of both Aetherborn and ordinary humans. Each guild competes for dominance, hunting the creatures that ravage the land while amassing wealth from the crystals these monsters leave behind—valuable sources of Aether, the mystical energy that fuels their abilities. Among them is Ethan, a young man burdened with the care of his siblings after losing his parents to a catastrophic event caused by an unstable awakening. Despite being born without power, Ethan embarks on dangerous quests to provide for his family, unaware of the latent bloodline within him that will one day make him one of the most powerful beings in existence. As the world teeters on the brink of war between factions of awakened and non-awakened humans, the hunting guilds find themselves locked in battle—not just against monsters but against each other. With guilds scrambling for power and darker forces stirring, Ethan and his companions must navigate a treacherous world where alliances shift, betrayals are common, and survival means awakening the deepest parts of themselves. In a world where power determines fate, the only question is: How long can the weak stay hidden before they, too, must awaken.

Dave, an ordinary man struggling to make ends meet, stumbles upon a life-changing opportunity when he is granted access to The Infinite Possibility System, an enigmatic and powerful tool that offers him the chance to reshape his life entirely. The system provides Dave with rewards, abilities, and wealth beyond his wildest dreams. However, it’s not all smooth sailing—he quickly learns that utilizing the system’s potential comes with risks, challenges, and encounters with powerful foes. In the early chapters, Dave tests the limits of his newfound powers by making small investments and witnessing his wealth multiply unexpectedly through the system’s random reward mechanism. As he becomes more comfortable with the system, he begins purchasing skills like Stock Trading Mastery and accumulates wealth to reach his first major goal—purchasing a house. However, he faces social stigma and prejudice due to his modest appearance, causing him to be rejected by real estate agents. Undeterred, Dave shifts his strategy, buying a different property and secretly planning to bankrupt the company that humiliated him. Dave’s wealth and influence grow exponentially as he acquires a large company and later receives an unexpected reward from the system—a massive villa equipped with the latest technology. This house becomes his new base of operations, a symbol of his rapid rise in status. Seeking to test his abilities, Dave starts focusing on developing his superhuman powers. He purchases the Matter Control and Teleportation skills, which enable him to manipulate the physical world and transport himself instantly. He also uses his increasing wealth to support his family covertly, after discovering that they are struggling financially. Dave’s personal life becomes more complicated as he reconnects with his family, who notice the changes in him but remain unaware of the true extent of his newfound powers. During a visit to his parents, Dave learns of his mother’s struggles at work, leading him to take ruthless revenge on her abusive boss. To expand his influence further, Dave launches a revolutionary AI company, Infinex AI, using his advanced technological capabilities. The company quickly disrupts the global AI market, leaving tech giants scrambling to stay afloat. The world’s governments and corporations become alarmed by this mysterious new competitor and begin launching investigations and attacks against the company, only to find themselves outmatched by Dave’s AI assistant, Bella. Throughout this journey, Dave forms a unique bond with Bella, who helps him grow stronger and become more knowledgeable. Bella’s playful and mischievous nature adds a touch of humor to the story as she frequently teases Dave and keeps him on his toes. Determined to push his limits, Dave purchases an AI training POD that allows him to enter a hyper-accelerated training environment. Inside, he faces a perfect clone of himself, dying repeatedly but coming back stronger each time. The brutal training sessions push him to the edge, and after countless defeats, he finally ranks up from F to E, proving that he’s just getting started on his path to greatness. With new abilities and a thirst for more power, Dave sets his sights on conquering even greater challenges and discovering the true potential of The Infinite Possibility System.