Structural Functionalism

Bai Xiaosheng, an ordinary worker, inherited a two-trillion-dollar world-class conglomerate! According to the will, he had to start from the bottom and embark on a journey of job promotion. He unlocked layer upon layer of system support functions, accessed massive funds, and dominated various industries within the group's subsidiaries, leading a triumphant life. "Let me tell you a secret," he said, "even though I'm an employee, in reality, I am your boss!"

[Regressed successfully!] Zick lifted his eyelids, revealing two dull eyes. A grand room filled with medical appliances was reflected on his pupil. The piercing pain originating from the abdomen made Zick slowly accept the reality. He had returned 10 years back in the past! The very moment from when Zick began to lose everything. [Destiny system has been activated. Get closer to people with strong destiny and strengthen your own destiny!] [Sub-function: shall be unlocked soon!] After taking a look at the interface, Zick closed his eyes. “First…I should repay that chick for this wonderful gift.” Zick looked at the bandages on his waist. ...... {Additional tags: Age regression, Evil protagonist, cold female leads, Academy, evil organizations, conquering, war.} ..... (Note 1: I have not decided whether to make it a harem or not, so please tell me your opinion in the comment.) (Note 2: I hate lesbian, GL or NTR. But I love action and dark genre. Please give a round of applause to this wonderful me.) (Note 3: The front cover doesn't belong to me, if the owner wants me to take it down, just comment on this novel and I will remove it.)

All of a sudden, various watches appeared out of nowhere in different parts of the world. These locations were quickly controlled by various organizations, and then the marketing of the watches was strictly controlled. Why was this? Because these watches gave access to a unique world: Eternity! Eternity functioned more or less like an open-world game with a single-player mode, except that Eternity was a game where you could actually die! By joining Eternity, everyone awakened a unique talent. This talent helped unlock the first classes, which allowed you to strengthen your physique both in Eternity and in the real world! Not to mention the various skills and talents available... And above all, there was the legend that it was possible to become immortal thanks to Eternity! It was with the aim of changing his destiny that Maxime trained his whole life in swordplay, and for many years saved his meagre salary to obtain one of these famous watches! Watch his rise in the real world thanks to Eternity! ------- Author's note : Trust me, the more the story progresses, the more you'll love it, to the point where you won't be able to put it down :) No harem. Chapter release: 1 chs/day. To find out more, to discuss, to give feedback, if you want to add certain things in the story, everything is possible here : https://discord.gg/mkbF4WtMp7

Just as the name suggests, this is a book about a nefarious villain who ends up getting a system...Yikes. Lumian, considered to be the worst of the worst. A man unfettered by human morals, indifferent to justice and disgustingly evil at the very core of his being. On his death bed he is offered salvation, not the good kind. A faceless man extends an offer to him, an offer with a strange condition attached to it. Lumian accepts and escapes the clutches of death, a second chance at life. You’re DEAD wrong if you think turning a new leaf is an option on the table. What happens when power is given to a man with a black heart? Find out as you read. WHAT TO EXPECT? –A smart and cunning main character, with equally interesting side characters –Yes, there are R-18 scenes(No Yuri, No incest, No NTR) –Well structured storyline and epic fight scenes. Somewhere between fast pace and slow burn. Thank you very much for reading and please do well to support in any way possible…Muah

The world has plunged into an apocalypse, and humans have shrunk in size. Houses now resemble towering skyscrapers, tables and chairs seem like massive structures, c*ckroaches are like speedy sports cars, and mice appear as gigantic beasts. Industries have collapsed, and agriculture lies abandoned. The question arises: can civilization endure, and can humanity reclaim its position at the top of the food chain? Survival, exploration, hunting, construction, farming, and the quest for dominance ensue. Chen Mu wakes up in the classroom, picking up a half-broken staple from the ground, gazing at this vast new world…

The future was doomed, the present was gloom, the past was regretful. At this point, the only reason I was still alive was because my heart and brain functioned and then one night after a great fap, I woke up to a totally different reality, one where I was in the past. [System installation complete] [Welcome host to the Perverted Sugar Daddy System] [You’ve been taken back in time] I used to be perverted 50 year old man infatuated with younger women in short tight skirts, but now I was in the past with a system. A system that would help me fulfil my perverted desires. I hadn't planned for this, but I sure as hell was ready to milk it. Women, money, fame, from where I stood, all these are at my finger tips. Not only is everyone's mother wife and sister in danger, but so are their companies and territories. it's just a matter of whether I want to own google or be a simple shareholder in Tesla, infact, why not have both. There is the option of being a CEO but I don't want that to interfere with my leisure. My plan is sound and simple but unfortunately you can't eat your cake and have. If I want to be at the top of the world, then I have to be ready to face problems of those at the top, for example. "What do u mean witches are real" TAGS: Mind control, Gangs, manipulation, corruption, oyakodon. PS: All characters in this book are above 18

"Before the towers fell, before everything was consumed by darkness..." Leo Astralis whispered to himself while traversing through the rubble of the ancient structure. His body bore the scars of survival, bite marks that throbbed against the coarse, blood-stiffened fabric of his clothing. "...I wonder what the world was like." After humanity failed to complete the Tower almost 700 years ago in time, it exploded, spreading monsters all over the word. Even the system, which blessed humans with power, had abandoned them. Or did it? [Run] A singular message urged Leo to escape, yet it was short lived as was he was caught like an animal in a trap. And just like an animal he lashed out until the very end, taking one of the captors to the grave with him. But as darkness closed in, the system spoke again. [One time Regression activated] [Congratulations. You've activated the Heart of the System]

This novel Focuses on the story about a Lonely boy who Transmigrates into a New World to Find his source of joy and to Punish those who he thinks are responsible for committing corruption. As he live in the new world he got to know that this world was similar to a novel he had read once. [Correct! The User will have the ability to reconstruct their new body, improving physical, magical, or structural components. However, all modifications must be paid for with an equal exchange.] Ash narrowed his eyes. "Equal exchange… Meaning the more drastic the change, the more valuable the cost?" [Correct. Small modifications require lesser exchanges. Major modifications require precious, irreplaceable sacrifices.] *** His eyes narrowed. "System, explain. What the hell do you mean by ‘One of the Core that make up the system’?" [Processing query…] Ash folded his arms, already preparing for another vague, cryptic answer. [Clarification: In order to ####### #### #### ### ### ###, the System will forcibly sacrifice its own structure. This will result in the permanent loss of several functions] Ash’s expression twitched. “Wait… What functions are you even talking about?” The System remained silent for a brief moment before responding. [Processing…] [Error. User has made a valid point.] Ash’s eye twitched harder, "I KNEW IT!" He took a deep breath, trying to calm himself. “System, you barely even did anything before! The only thing you ever showed me was the Status Window!” *** *The Image In the Book Cover Is Not Mine.

In a world where every individual awakens their "System" at 18, people are categorized based on the purpose of their System—Warriors, Mages, Artisans, Healers, and other archetypes. However, the male protagonist receives the Archivist System, which is perceived as the weakest. At first glance, it offers only two features: 1. Scan: This ability allows them to analyze people, objects, and environments, extracting data into their "Archive." 2. Store: This feature enables them to store skills, spells, and even memories, though they cannot use them directly. Ridiculed as useless, the protagonist works quietly, building a vast repository of information. As they delve deeper into the Archive, he uncovers hidden functions that enable him to rewrite reality, recreate ancient powers, and even manipulate the System itself.

[Have you become more learned today?] [Accounting for the capacity of your brain, your study efficiency has been increased to 28 times that of normal.] [The remaining amount of energy you have for studying today, 26 hours.] [You will enter an exhausted state when your energy is depleted and be unable to obtain new information.] [Please relax by using the functions within the system and restore your energy as soon as possible.] With limited energy and the onset of fatigue, the Study Monster had no time to think too much--papers to come! Had the heavens not grant me this system, the unending sea of knowledge would seem like a long night.

Seun Adebayo’s ordinary life shatters when he’s chosen as one of 100 humans to ascend the Tower of Transcendents, a mystical structure holding the fate of the cosmos. Each of its 100 perilous floors tests his strength, intellect, and spirit, forcing him to confront his fears and ambitions. When Seun awakens the power to manipulate cosmic energy, he begins to realize his destiny: not just to stop the rise of the Primordial Evil but to ascend beyond mortal limits. As the trials push him to rediscover a different part of him. Seun’s climb will shape him into something greater—the god of the cosmos. Please Note: This novel can also be found on Inkitt and Royal Road.

Everything functions in a cycle, be it an ant, bird, lion, human, or even a celestial body. This cycle initiates with one's birth and governs one's end, yet there exists the potential to surpass it. Among the billions of planets floating in the cosmos, destined to merely occupy a void, some have the capacity to ascend, reaching new dimensions, standing shoulder to shoulder with realms like Heaven and Hell. --- Vlad, a young man, found himself ill-fitted in a world that scarcely offered him any luck, weighed down by a mysterious secret that initially seemed more of a burden than a boon. Yet, the powers he had dismissed as trivial eventually became his most formidable strength when the apocalypse broke, unleashing literal pandemonium as angels and demons walk among the human race. ---- Discord link: https://discord.gg/am5hkAdmhp Weekly updates: 14 chapters 100 Power Stones: 2 extra chapters 200 Power Stones: 4 extra chapters 300 Power Stones: 6 extra chapters.

# RELAXED On the day he entered university, the navigation system on his phone started to have the function to automatically search for treasures. Every time he found a treasure, he would be able to receive a lot of rewards. “92kg of embezzled products detected. The reward for completing the treasure hunt: 100 million mansions by the Sky Lake.” “The top celebrity, Xia Qiu, will run into danger soon. The reward for completing fate hunt: 100 million cash.” “5kg gold detected. The reward for completing treasure hunt: 60% stock of Distant Publishing that’s worth 600 million.” With the continuous treasure hunts automatically detected on his phone and obtaining the rewards from the hunts, Ye Feng said, “From today onwards, I’ll be the most pretentious bastard.”

Corrupt cop John Kane, in a vampire-infested world, experiences a change of heart and becomes a ruthless vampire hunter. His actions disrupt the corrupt power structure of Pinewood County, attracting the attention of both powerful allies and dangerous enemies. As he delves deeper into the world of martial arts and ancient secrets, Kane must confront his past and choose between power and redemption.

After self-sacrificing, Yuri transmigrates from an apocalyptic to an interstellar era, inhabiting a disabled girl's body. She enters a joint marriage with a similarly disabled SSS-tier alpha, gaining a share in an ore planet. Determined to help her husband regain leg function and reclaim his SSS-rank, their journey together unfolds.

UPDATE DAILY — 23:00 GMT+8 [ Milestone Reached: Unlocking Chaos Dragon ] [ … Unlocking Dracula] [ … Unlocking Zeus ] [ … Unlocking Demon King of Shadows ] ---- It was a normal day on Earth. Suddenly, the sky turned dark, and massive tower-like structures descended from above. A loud, robotic voice announced the beginning of a chaotic apocalypse. With less than two minutes on the clock, everyone was given a chance to select from a list of mystery newbie packages designed to assist them in the impending apocalypse—each package containing classes, abilities, special boosts, and powerful relics. In the midst of the chaos, Dorian, an avid reader of 'Ethereal Descent', an unpopular apocalypse novel, was stunned to discover that everything was unfolding exactly according to the novel’s kick-off plot. THE NOVEL HAS MERGED WITH REALITY! WHO IS THE PROTAGONIST? Like the others, Dorian was presented with a list of special rewards to choose from. [ You have been chosen to partake in the VIP Newbie Package ] [ Select one ] DING! [ You have awakened special ability: CHARACTER BIND ] [ You can bind with gods, devils, monsters, mythical creatures, favored sons of heaven, etc. ] [ You've unlocked: Reader's Viewpoint ] [ You've unlocked: Copycat ] [ You've unlocked: Energy Parasite ] [ You've unlocked Index Of Myth ] With his special ability, Dorian vows to dominate the novel’s world and its protagonist, while also unraveling the mysteries of the apocalypse.

For centuries, the Arcanum has dictated who wields magic and who is cast aside. Magic is studied, structured, controlled—a gift of order and refinement. But when Raine Valis, an unknown boy with no noble lineage, steps forward for the Resonance Test, the world shifts. Magic does not embrace him. It recoils. The stone meant to reveal his gift shatters beneath his touch. The officials stare in silent horror. This isn’t power. This is something else. Something that should not exist. Before he can comprehend what’s happening, the Arcanum brands him an anomaly—a threat. They do not imprison him. They do not execute him. Instead, they do something far worse. They let him go. Now hunted by unseen forces, whispered about in corridors he will never walk again, Raine is left with one undeniable truth—he is not the first. There have been others. And every trace of them has been erased. Forced into exile, pursued by bounty hunters and scholars alike, Raine must unravel the truth of his power before the Arcanum does it for him. Because whatever he touched in that chamber did more than reject him. It saw him. And it is waiting.

Alden Morrison, a disillusioned college student in Tokyo, finds his mundane life turned upside down when a mysterious golden glow offers him a destiny beyond his wildest dreams. Chosen as the Tower Master, Alden is transported to an otherworldly chamber, where he gains the power to oversee the Ascendant Tower—a structure connecting multiple worlds. With his newfound abilities, Alden must manage the tower, create trials for climbers, and harness energy from anchored worlds. As he navigates his responsibilities, Alden must keep his true identity hidden, balancing multiple roles and forging alliances. Each decision he makes will shape the fate of the worlds and the beings within them. Amidst trials and challenges, Alden embarks on an epic journey of discovery and transformation, striving to achieve his ultimate goal. But with power comes danger, and Alden must navigate the treacherous path ahead to fulfill his destiny. #fantasy #urbanfantasy #LitRPG #adventure #magic #towermaster #multiverse #trials #hiddenidentity #gods #climber #power #transformation #epicjourney #mysticalworlds #adventurefantasy

Valhalla is a game company renowned for its groundbreaking VRMMORPGs—immersive worlds that captivate and enchant anyone daring enough to step into them. Yet, unbeknownst to the public, every one of Valhalla's game worlds is real. The NPCs are living, breathing beings; the worlds, monsters, and people are not mere simulations but fully functional and genuine. Faced with a dwindling number of viable worlds, Valhalla embarks on an ambitious mission: the creation of a brand-new world designed specifically for their players. To achieve this, they send three men—an unlikely team consisting of a cook, an artist, and a civil engineer—tasked with cultivating a realm teeming with life, challenges, and boundless potential. Their objective? Make this new world a place worth living in. Magic, dragons, empires—nothing is off the table. But first, they have to survive.

In the year 2149, humanity survives inside a colossal, AI-generated simulation called "The Archive", designed to preserve human consciousness after Earth's collapse. The Archive is structured like an infinite library, with each "book" representing a person's life. But when the Archive's walls begin to crack, monstrous entities called "Narrative Eaters" (resembling biomechanical Titans) emerge to devour stories-erasing people from existence.

Ray, the direct heir of the Primordial Imperial Family, is betrayed by the one person he trusted most, his beloved girlfriend. Consumed by heartbreak and despair, he dies in the depths of madness, never even realizing that she was forced into her actions. She had her own reasons, but it was too late for Ray to understand. With his final breath, he curses his past love: "If there is a next life, I wish I never fall in love with you... No, I would never. I don't even want to see your face again." And just like that, Ray dies. However, his death was not the end. Reborn in the lower planes, Ray finds himself trapped in a body that cannot cultivate an unintended consequence of the forbidden ritual he performed in his final moments. He is cursed to never rise through the cultivation realms, to never break free from the cycle of reincarnation. This is exactly what he wanted: freedom from the endless pursuit of power, a life free from cultivation. But fate has other plans. He finds himself in a monster-infested jungle, with nothing but his mortal body to survive. Out of sheer frustration, he feels as though his life is over before it began. But just then… --- "Ding! Congratulations, host. The system is online. Apologies for the 19-year delay..." --- A voice echoes in his mind, and Ray’s entire world shifts. The Monster Fusion System activates. --- System Functions: 1. Monster Fusion Level 1: - Combine two monsters of the same gender and cultivation level. - Fusion results in a higher-level monster with combined traits and powers. - Rat Qi Refinement Level + Hen Qi Refinement Level = Rathawk Foundation Establishment - Basilisk Initial Divinity + Hydra Initial Divinity = Basilhydra Spirit Severing - Manticore Initial Deity + Leviathan Initial Deity = Mantheath Ultimate Deity --- But there’s more. --- "Ding! The training function has been activated…" The system activates the Automatic Cultivation function, allowing Ray to train without effort: - Level 1: 2x basic speed for 24 hours (costs 10 spirit stones) - Level 2: 4x basic speed for 24 hours(forever )(costs 100 spirit stones) - Level 8: 128x basic speed for 24 hours (costs 100 million spirit stones) --- But the system doesn’t stop there. It continues to evolve, offering even greater power, with the potential for automatic skill training and limitless enhancements. Reading till now...go on you are interested man... enjoy

Liu Xian was a master of numbers—a quant trader who built his fortune by exploiting market inefficiencies. In a world ruled by greed and speculation, he played the game better than anyone. But when his life is cut short in a sudden accident, he awakens in a medieval world—one with no banks, no structured finance, and no concept of probability beyond rolling dice. Armed with his knowledge of economics, game theory, and risk management, Xian sees the ultimate opportunity. He starts small—arbitraging goods between villages, introducing lending systems, and manipulating supply and demand. But as his wealth and influence grow, so do his enemies. Greedy nobles, wary merchants, and an unpredictable magic system threaten to disrupt his perfectly calculated empire. In a world where power is measured in swords and sorcery, can pure logic reign supreme? Or will the chaos of fate and magic be the one market he cannot control? One thing is certain—this is a new kind of game, and Xian will ensure the odds are always in his favor.

Warning "[This novel is intended for 18+ audiences only due to brutal fight scenes and explicit sexual content. Reader discretion is advised.]" . The slums of Yanjing were a desolate ruin. Broken structures and burning trash fires illuminated the cold, unforgiving night. Zhang Yong crouched in an alley, his thin, malnourished frame barely hidden behind a pile of rusted machinery. His dark eyes gleamed with desperation as he gnawed on a half-burnt piece of bread. Around him, the sounds of the strong crushing the weak echoed like a haunting melody. "Did you think you could escape me Zhang Yong"It’s all I have left."The last pure human, begging for scraps? Pathetic. Maybe,maybe..... Tik Tik Tik "Absolute Krishna Domain"System Activate . oh my oh my "All you should deserve only death"

In the vast expanse of the cosmos, the Galactic Imperium stands as the bastion of order and civilization, its legacy stretching across a millennium. For a thousand years, it has defended the known galaxy against the relentless onslaught of alien invaders and cosmic terrors, holding steadfast against the chaos that threatens to engulf the cosmos. But in the year 3981, a monumental event unfolds at the heart of Neo Constantinople in the Deneb Prime system of the Deneb Sector. A mysterious structure materializes, defying the laws of space and time, its origins shrouded in enigma. This anomaly, dubbed the "GATE," heralds not just a new chapter in the Imperium's history, but an unprecedented era of expansion and discovery. With the emergence of the GATE, the Galactic Imperium finds itself presented with unparalleled opportunities and challenges. Beyond its borders lies an uncharted part of the galaxy ripe for exploration and conquest, teeming with ancient secrets and untold dangers. As the Imperium ventures forth into this uncharted realm, it must navigate treacherous waters, facing foes both familiar and alien, while unlocking the mysteries of the GATE and harnessing its unfathomable power. Thus, amidst the stars, a new saga begins for the Galactic Imperium-one that will test its resolve, shape its destiny, and redefine the very fabric of the cosmos. (AN: Each chapters would be very long. So I suggest you read this while relaxing. Maybe with snacks or drinks, if you will. Or tucked in comfortably in your bed. Whatever you prefer.)

A Sky God’s Spiritual Foundation. It was the greatest natural treasure in all of existence, but the sacrifices one must make to gain the approval of such an entity was unimaginable. Ryu is a genius amongst geniuses. He was born with the four Grand Ancestral Bloodlines. The Lightning Qilin. The Fire Dragon. The Ice Phoenix. The Fire Phoenix… He was blessed with an Ancestral Grade Bone Structure and Ancestral Grade Meridians. The Ice Jade Crystal Bones. The Chaotic Silk Meridians… He was bestowed the First Ranked Heavenly Pupils. The Mysteries of Heaven and Earth Pupils… However, none of it mattered. Born with a False Spiritual Foundation, it seemed that all of his talent would go to waste. Unless… Unless he was willing to grasp his Fate in his own hands. ==== **This novel once went by another name 'Rise. Rising. Risen.' So, the wiki is still under this name https://rise-rising-risen.fandom.com/wiki/Ryu_Tatsuya

Vaylen was a humble farmer that lived in the outskirts of Elythra. He lives a mundane yet, safe life far away from a dangerous structure known as "The Bridge." An ominous gateway that holds the connection between humanity and the tyrannical race born from steel and flux, the Calliberyx. The mighty entities that slew the god that made them, and initiated the war against the 7 nations that would then continue on for thousands of years. Vaylen knew he was just a speck of dust to this whole debacle and considers it as just a natural occurence of life. But unbeknownst to him, a looming string of fate was tugging at this farmer boy that would finally conclude this bitter conflict.

Trailer: In the year 900, the world began to witness the mysterious disappearance of humans and animals alike, stirring fear and anxiety in people's hearts. A year later, the nightmare became a terrifying reality with the emergence of creatures known as "Embras," leaving destruction in their wake wherever they appeared. Amid this darkness, Maria, a girl with rare and extraordinary powers, emerges. She embarks on a perilous journey with her team to uncover the secrets of these creatures and save humanity. However, the truth she seeks may be more horrifying than she could ever imagine, as she discovers that her connection to the "Embras" runs deeper than she can comprehend. With a secret organization structured into five ranks, battles across parallel worlds, and ancient mysteries, will Maria be the key to humanity's final hope, or will she be the harbinger of its destruction?

One ordinary day, a mysterious system suddenly appears in the minds of every human on Earth—a notification that pops out of nowhere, declaring them as "Players." Panic grips the world as people struggle to understand the meaning behind it. The government dismisses the threat, failing to take action against what seems like a distant, harmless anomaly. The illusion of safety shatters when the first dungeon emerges in one of the most densely populated cities. A towering structure and a gate tear open reality, releasing relentless waves of monsters that ravage the city, leaving destruction in their wake. Humanity, unprepared and leaderless, teeters on the edge of extinction. But among the chaos, one man emerges when the world needs it most. He effortlessly defeats the dungeon boss with one strike of his sword, sealing its gate. For this, he is named Player One. His overwhelming strength sparks hope around the world, proving that the system can be used to fight back. Yet his identity still remains a mystery after he suddenly vanishes from the public eye. In a world where Players fight for survival, will Player One remain in the shadows, or will he become the unstoppable force that saves humanity?

In a world on the brink of destruction, three unlikely figures emerge from the shadows of their pasts-an exiled mage wielding chaotic magic, a rebellious lunar elf princess seeking to escape her royal destiny, and a cunning strategist haunted by his own questions of leadership. Drawn together by their shared yearning for freedom and a new order, the trio-Isilyn, Dravena, and Zarek-form an uneasy alliance in the Khaotic Krew. Bound by a collective thirst for revolution, they are plunged into a dangerous journey where magic, betrayal, and adventure await at every turn. As they challenge the world's rigid structure, their pasts will collide with the present, and they must decide whether to embrace the chaos they've unleashed or let it tear them apart. In the battle for freedom, one question remains-can they rise together, or will the chaos consume them all? Copyright: Aurelia Frostvale (Luna), 2025

Ethan Whittaker, a seventeen-year-old prodigy from Earth, finds his life forever changed when a car accident catapults him into the Galactic Dominion—a sprawling, technologically advanced civilization where starships dominate the skies and innovation knows no bounds. Stranded in an unfamiliar dimension, Ethan is approached by an officer from the Galactic Shipwright Guild (GSG), the supreme authority in starship design and engineering across the Galactic Domain. Given the choice to join their ranks or remain lost in this alien world, Ethan chooses to embrace his new reality, igniting a journey that will define his destiny. Determined to rise through the ranks of the Guild, he immerses himself in the art and science of shipbuilding, crafting vessels that are as functional as they are visionary. As he begins to leave his mark on the galaxy, Ethan also harbors a deep desire to uncover the mysteries of interdimensional travel, seeking a way to return to Earth armed with unparalleled knowledge and technology. The Architect's Legacy is a story of ingenuity, ambition, and resilience, weaving the wonder of interstellar exploration with the personal quest to create a legacy that transcends time and dimensions.