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Emperor Ian Veroshion, the first noble mage, was betrayed and executed. Cursed to never be reborn, he awakens a century later as the illegitimate son of a disgraced ducal line, destined to be a hostage in a barbaric land. Stripped of his magic and his throne, he must navigate a world vastly different from the one he ruled, facing political machinations and a resurgent monster threat. But the embers of his past life still burn, and Ian will not surrender his legacy. He will reclaim his name, his magic, and perhaps, even his empire.

Twenty years after her father was framed and stripped of his Alpha title, Selene Thorne has lived as an outcast, bearing the shame of her family’s downfall. Determined to find her mate and restore her family’s honor, Selene is devastated when her fated mate, Damon Blackwood, the ambitious Beta, rejects her. Accusing her of betrayal, Damon hides the truth—he is driven by a promise of greater power from Selene’s cousin, Cyrus Vane, who seeks to steal her inheritance. Cyrus teams up with Alaric Vale, the cold and calculating Alpha, and Morgana Riven, a seer who fabricates a prophecy branding Selene as impure due to her “tainted” lineage. Labeled unworthy and cast out of the pack, Selene is left to fend for herself. But fate brings her into Alaric’s path, and instead of salvation, she faces scorn and rejection once more. A night of despair leads to a one-night stand with Alaric, leaving her with conflicting emotions and a new set of complications. Selene’s journey takes her from weakness to strength as she unearths hidden truths about her identity. Meanwhile, Damon regrets his betrayal and pursues her, sparking a tense love triangle. As Selene begins to forgive Damon, Alaric’s jealousy ignites, and he orchestrates a coup to eliminate his rival. Amid revenge, betrayal, and political power struggles, Selene transforms into a formidable leader. With the help of her allies, she challenges those who wronged her. Though bringing down Cyrus and Alaric seems impossible, their own hidden agendas betray them. Selene ultimately rises as Luna, embracing her second chance at love and destiny.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be known that this book wouldn't have made it this far without the support my dear writing buddy Rachel E. Canton who is a great writer of SINS OF THE SERAPHIM - https://www.webnovel.com/book/sins-of-the-seraphim_26438336605116805 and Derek J. Perna To Rachel & Derek, Thank you for everything! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ When the last heir of Ardel lost everything, fate would bring her to her rightful protector. Anna Adhemar, the forgotten princess, found herself betrayed by the Regent. Hunted by the Bargesians and the ruthless slave traders, she desperately fled for her life. Rescued by a mysterious man, her newfound safety was short-lived as she succumbed to a potent aphrodisiac. Then, she awoke in the arms of the fearsome Knight Commander of Gerhard, stripped bare, in a foreign kingdom. Fear, confusion, and a sense of profound devastation enveloped her. But the man before her declared, "I am your husband. I married you last night." Then, with unwavering determination, he vowed, " You're my woman now. No one can hurt my woman." --- Kyren Raychard, the Crown Prince who had chosen to forsake the throne and became celibate, led the Knights of Gerhard to safeguard his kingdom’s border from slave trading activities. Outside his camp, he found Anna poisoned and delirious. The healer informed him of the only cure, of which he must race against time to give and honour her. For the first time, he felt an overwhelming instinct to protect and claim her as his own. Unaware of his deepening affection, he belatedly realised his feelings as he stood on the brink of losing her. Bound by a soul-binding spell, their fates intertwined…

“Niklaus,” Hermia began cautiously. “Yes, Mia?” he asked, his tone soft. “What’s your blood type?” “You,” he answered without hesitation. “What?!” “I’m your type,” he repeated. “No, I meant your blood.” “The blood in my veins flows for you,” he said, his voice calm but his gaze unwavering. $ Hernia is his to care for and he doesn’t care what the world thinks of that. $ To the world, Niklaus Hathaway is ruthless—a man who takes what he wants, no matter the cost. But for Hermia, the girl who’s lost everything, he’s something else entirely: her unlikely savior. Chased out of her home and stripped of her family’s love, Hermia never expected to find herself tied to a man like Niklaus. Their flash marriage is as cold as the ink on their contract, yet his unexpected warmth for her sends whispers rippling through his world of power and cruelty. He’s sweet for her but merciless for everyone else. As enemies close in and secrets threaten to tear them apart, Hermia must decide if she’s ready to face the storm by his side—or risk losing the one man who’d burn the world down for her. Love has never been this dangerous.

Confined in a remote country, a transient youth with an unusual name, Hoku, stumbles upon a hidden message in his late uncle's library. Provoked by a profound fascination, he encounters a distorted timeframe that reincarnates him into "The Sequel," a perilous alternate universe plagued by mysteries and fallen civilizations. Stripped of his memories and identity, Hoku must navigate this treacherous realm by forging alliances with strangers who appear to share his misfortune. To return to his own world, he must unravel the parties that purposed him to become the ‘Navigator of the timestream’. His quest pits him against the apprentices of a formidable deity known as "The Abundant Creator," forcing him to recover the past and confront the enigmatic truths that upended his grasp of his own existence.

*NonRape-General langauge* Liora’s life takes an unexpected and cruel turn when she’s sent to the royal court as a concubine for the disgraced Prince Lucien, a man whose past is shadowed by betrayal and loss. Stripped of his royal title, Lucien has long distanced himself from love and loyalty, existing in a cold, indifferent world. Thrown into this world of palace internal battles, power struggles, and betrayal, Liora must face not only Lucien’s frosty demeanor but also the dangerous secrets that lurk within the court. Every move she makes is watched, every word is questioned. Yet, despite his distant nature, she can’t shake the feeling that beneath the hardened prince lies a man struggling with the ghosts of his past. As Liora tries to find her place in this hostile environment, she faces a constant dilemma: Can she warm the prince’s cold heart and heal his wounds, or will she fall victim to the very same forces that tore him apart? 'Can she thaw lucien’s frozen heart, or will his haunted past consume them both?'

His gaze slowly drifted up to her knees, and then her thighs. The soft white skin-it all looked so smooth. She watched him, marveling at how he seemed to memorize every detail of her. It made her feel so warm inside, to know that the sight of her body captivated his attention so much. When his gaze fell upon her pussy, he was taken aback. He cocked his head and met her gaze. She suddenly got self-conscious and sat up. "What? Is there something wrong?" He was staring at her bush, or more precisely. the lack thereof! There was no hair on her mons, just a thin strip of dark curly hair that started just above the hood of her clit, went up three inches, and stopped. He was totally confused. He had never seen any woman that had just a thin strip of hair down there. It was either all over and thick; or, if they were very young, not there yet, or just some fuzz. His head was cocked at an angle and his ears were fully forward, his forehead wrinkled as he tried to figure out why it looked the way it did. She saw his expression was one of confusion, not disgust as she had feared. She relaxed a little.

The all-powerful boss is stripped of his identity again! One is handsome while the other is proud; the two-faced refined rascal versus a cynical girl with hidden identities. Everyone secretly jokei that Master Mo’s wife is an ignorant and incompetent little tyrant. Bad at her studies? Lu Mian emergei as the top student for science at her college entrance examination. No talent? Lu Mian shows everyone how competent she is at multitasking by playing the piano with one hand, and painting with the other during a live performance. A prodigal? She makes a small fortune in just two days with her limited knowledge. Boxing, Go chess, appraising treasures, car racing… Bring it on! She can do them all. The soft-spoken Xiao Qimo adjusts his glasses with pride. “Who else has something to say?” One of his subordinates raises his hand cautiously. “Master Mo, your wife seems to be the one who single-handedly destroyed the illegal laboratory.” Xiao Qimo looks at his wife who is quietly practicing calligraphy. “That’s impossible!” It isn’t until… During the general meeting for the International Elite Organization, both Xiao Qimo and Lu Mian wear a mask. They take the stage and succeed as the organization’s Chief and Deputy Chief, respectively. The Deputy Chief beside me looks like my wife. This is Xiao Qimo’s thought. The Chief looks like someone I know. Lu Mian is thinking the same thing, too. Soon, the newly appointed Chief is seen blocking his deputy at the ladies’ room. What happens when two strong and uncorrupted individuals fall for each other?

Ludwig Heart, the heir to a vast fortune and a life of luxury, craves only one thing: freedom from his gilded cage. But when a plane crash catapults him into a world of magic and danger, he awakens not as the hero he dreamed of, but as a victim in a twisted ritual. Trapped between the ambitions of dark necromancers and the wrath of vengeful gods, Ludwig must navigate a deadly new reality where his life is no longer his own. Stripped of privilege and resurrected as an undead pawn, Ludwig’s fight for survival will determine whether he reclaims his destiny—or becomes a mere footnote in a world of shadows and deceit.

(End of the World + Rebirth + Space + Stockpiling Supplies) Suddenly, natural disasters hit and the world changed drastically. First, it was extreme heat, then extreme cold, followed by earthquakes, thick fog, eternal night, and acid rain. Liu Ruyan, who had struggled to survive alone in the apocalypse for ten years, finally died in the pouring acid rain. When she opened her eyes again, Liu Ruyan found that she had been reborn, and there were still three months before the apocalypse. After discovering a huge portable space in her family heirloom, Liu Ruyan set herself the first small goal after rebirth - spending 2.1 billion yuan to fill the space with supplies! From then on, Liu Ruyan started the stockpiling mode. Rice, flour, cooking oil and salt? Buy! Chickens, ducks, fish and meat? Buy! Clothes, hats, shoes and socks? Buy! Dried meat, chicken feet, mini hot pots, potato chips, spicy strips, and luosifen, none can be missed! (A survival story in the apocalypse, the male lead will be absolutely unexpected!)

Hades, the King of the Underworld, is cast into a strange new world where mortals cultivate power to become immortals. Stripped of his godly abilities, he must adapt to this dangerous land, filled with fierce warriors and mysterious energies. Determined to regain his strength and return to Greece, Hades embarks on a journey of cultivation, building his power and creating a new cult in his name. Can the god of death rise again in a world where even mortals can challenge the heavens? Discover his path of struggle, growth, and ascension in Hades: Ascension in the Cultivation World.

Lin Fan awakens to a world where chaos reigns, stripped of family, status, and safety. But within the turmoil, he discovers a powerful secret—the Beast Abilities system in his mind. With every threat he eliminates, he earns vengeance points, enabling him to level up his physiques. From the humble Wild Rabbit’s ability—[Rabbit's Hearing], [Swift Foot], [Magnificent Leap]—to the ruthless strength of the Wolf—[Hunter Instincts], [Iron Claws], [Leader of the Pack]—and the Ape’s raw power—[Climb Trees], [Strong Arms], [Inhale Qi]—Lin Fan hones his skills with every battle. Years later, as the feared grand master of a prestigious sect, he looks back in wonder. Who would have believed that his rise to greatness began with the unassuming gifts of a wild rabbit.

In his first life as 'Caine Wilson', was the villain—ruthless, cunning, and very powerful. He played his part perfectly, crushing the so-called "protagonist" and parading his enemies, their families, and anyone who crossed him naked through the streets. He watched with glee as the "hero" lay broken, stripped of his dignity, before finally ending his pitiful existence. But just as Caine, thought he had finally won and secured his place at the top, 'Higher ups' intervened. A booming, ethereal voice—like the universe’s pissed-off judge—shook the skies: "You have violated the sacred code of villainy! The villain shall not win. The balance has been broken. Caine Wilson, the world hereby rejects you!" Before he could even enjoy his victory, his world blinked out, like a story whose writer just erased the last chapter in frustration. Everything went dark. And when he awoke, he wasn’t Caine Wilson anymore. He was 'Su Xiaobai', a nobody on 'White Cloud Star', a world of cultivation, martial arts, and endless struggle. But this time, things were different. He could feel it—he could see through the cracks of reality itself. He could break the fourth wall! He wasn’t just some reincarnated soul; he was a villain who had 'seen the system', who understood the game. And he was about to flip it upside down. --------------- A/N: Volume 1 (50-60 chapters) sees Su Xiaobai fumbling through an identity crisis, lost like a drunk immortal in a brothel. By Volume 2, he’s rooted, focused, and ready to shake the heavens—one reckless move at a time. Stay tuned and add it to your library; the game is just beginning! --------------- Discord: https://discord.gg/dsc4fftBeF **Cover Page is not owned by Author**

WSA 2025 ENTRY In a brutal world where weakness is a sin, Kael'tar reigned as the Demon Emperor for a thousand years—until his trusted general betrayed and killed him. Reincarnated into the lower realm, unfortunately, he’s not reborn as a mighty prince or a powerful warrior—he’s stuck in the body of a weak, lowly farmer. Stripped of his power and status, he faces a harsh new reality where survival is a daily struggle. Kael'tar looked at his hands: "I went from ruling empires to milking cows. What a downgrade." Kael'tar sighed dramatically. Kael'tar looked at his reflection in a muddy puddle, wearing tattered clothes "Great. Betrayed, killed, and now... I'm a farmer? I used to command armies, strike fear into the hearts of those so-called Gods, and now? I’m picking vegetables. Perfect. Maybe next life I can be reincarnated as a sword or a throne. At least they get to sit in one place and look important." "Alright, Kael'tar. Time to climb back to the top. One problem at a time. First: Figure out how to stop being dirt-poor. Second: Don’t get killed by farm animals. Third: Take over the world again. Simple." Can the fallen Demon Emperor rise again, or will this new life break him for good? The journey begins, and the world will tremble once more.

Arian van Elod, rightful heir to the Elodian empire has lost everything. With his honor and pride stripped away, his father, the emperor, exiles him to the very edges of the empire. There, in a desert, far away from any civilization a crumbling beast-academy is located- the last hope for the empire's scum to receive some form of education. Arian has already given up all hope... for the students, as well as for himself, as he tumbles closer and closer to despair. And yet, somewhere in his heart, there is still the whish to regain everything he had lost...

In a world where most chase wealth and status, Omen stands apart. Once driven by the desire for power, he shifts his ambition towards an audacious goal: omniscience. He realises that to achieve the impossible, he must transform into an impossibility himself. Omen embarks on a harrowing journey, facing unimaginable trials—banishment, imprisonment, enslavement, and even death—in his relentless pursuit of knowledge. Each challenge strips away his humanity while sharpening his resolve, as he learns that true progress emerges when impossibility bends to necessity. But as Omen draws closer to his goal, he must confront the ultimate question: at what cost comes the pursuit of unattainable knowledge, and can he retain his sense of self in a quest to become something beyond human?

“Good. Let’s get started,” I felt a surge of fear, but I knew I had no choice. I slowly began to strip off my clothes, my hands shaking. I laid down on the bed, trying to prepare myself for what was to come. The Lycan King undressed himself, eyes never leaving mine. He mounted on top of me, his weight crushing me. He spread my legs apart, and I felt a searing pain as he entered me. I screamed, the sound tearing from my throat. But he didn’t stop. He continued to thrust into me, “Please,” I begged, my voice hoarse from screaming. But he didn’t. He kept going harder. ~~~ I always wanted to be with my mate and thought he would help me escape my unhappy life. But my mate rejected me because I’m plus-size. And also, I got sold to him in exchange of my parents debts. I wonder, should I blame the moon goddess for making me plus-size? #Daily Updates- 3-4 chapters daily!#. #Your Power Stones Bestowed Upon The Book Are My Motivations#.

"An eye for an eye," I told myself every night as I dreamed of his death. He was the monster who had ruined my life, the devil in every nightmare. But now, he stands before me, alive, no longer cursed, and all I can feel is the heat of his gaze, stripping me bare. I wanted to end him... but now, it feels like he's already ended me.” In the Kingdom of Rivera, Kaden, the ruthless crowned alpha Prince, lay cursed in eternal slumber. Lily, a servant girl with a hidden past, arrived on a mission of vengeance, seeking to kill the monster who slaughtered her family and destroyed her colony. But when she touched him, the curse was broken. Instead of death, Kaden offered her a shocking proposal: become his mate and bear his heirs. Now, Lily is bound to her enemy, torn between the desire that burns within her and the revenge that fuels her soul. Will she succumb to the darkness that haunts them both, or will her thirst for vengeance consume him... and herself?

1061 years after humanity has ruined itself through nuclear war, its remnants were forced underground, where only two things matter, complete faith in the sun and meeting the "angel's" radiation quota's. Among the tribes of these underground settlements, there is a forgotten prophecy, known only to the whisperer's of the tribes: "And there shall come one, that once touched by the sun will strip kings of their authority, and bring ruin to the enemies of his people." Lumis, a young but talented tunneler is thrust into this brutal world where all is not as it seems. Brilliant yet rebellious, he is burdened by doubts about his place in a system that demands unquestioning loyalty. As he faces near death challenges that is everyday life for a tunneler of the tribes, he begins to uncover strange secrets about the "angels" and the truth about surface. What's more is that there are even stranger whispers spoken amongst the higher ups of the tribes, whispers about a prophecy, a prophecy that he may be a part off. * This world is a blend of ancient ritualistic practices and futuristic technology. Expect the 'chosen-one' trope, and lots of political intrigue later on. To sum it all up, it's a scifi-fantasy, a story about a tribe trying to fight for its freedom against an intergalactic empire, and the messiah figure that will lead them to freedom or... extinction.

“Alexander, please—someone might walk in,” I whispered, panic rising in my chest. Instead of pulling away, he tightened his grip on my waist, pulling me closer, “Someone like your husband?” he murmured, his voice low and dangerous. “Forget him, Chloe. He doesn’t deserve your time. And if you can’t forget him… then let me help you. Let me make you forget everything but me.” Before I could protest, he dropped to his knees, his eyes locking onto mine with a predatory intensity. My breath caught in my throat, my gaze darting nervously toward the door. What in the world have I gotten myself into? *** Chloe spent her life in a gilded cage—perfect wife, obedient daughter. Her husband, driven by revenge, turned their marriage into a nightmare. With no escape, she found herself in a strip club one fateful night. What was meant to be a one-night affair with a stranger quickly spirals into something more when he keeps appearing in her life. Will Chloe fall for the temptation, or will she uncover secrets that go deeper than she ever imagined?

Once a god of light, Azrael is cast down and stripped of his divinity, awakening as Ashen in the ruined city of Solis with no memory of his past. Guided by Lira, a former priestess, he embarks on a journey to rediscover who he was and why he fell. But the tyrant king Malthor, who seeks the remnants of Azrael’s divine power, stands in his way. As Ashen’s memories return, he must choose between reclaiming his godhood or embracing the man he has become

In the human territories of Avelion, where power and survival hinge on mastery of mana, talent is a rare and treasured gift. Those with exceptional skill can rise above the status of ordinary citizens, wielding influence and securing a future within a world fraught with political intrigue and endless conflict. But for our main hero, Kail, this path was abruptly severed. After a devastating incident that took his right hand and leg, he lost more than his physical abilities; he lost the support of his clan—an essential foundation in a society where alliances often determine survival. Once surrounded by strength and guidance, Kail now faces a life stripped of both his place in the clan and the loyalty of the one person he relied on most. Alone in a realm governed by mana-wielding elites, Kail must rebuild his life from scratch. Follow his journey as he learns to adapt, reclaim his strength, and navigate a dangerous world, restoring himself to face the challenges of each new day.

“You are the least objectionable groom of all the ones I’ve seen,” Anaisa replied seriously. “Thank you for the glowing compliment,” Trace grinned, “but that didn’t quite answer my question.” ___ Anaisa is an orphan and a pariah. In an ultimate act of betrayal, her father, a Count of the Realm, is accused of deserting and betraying the army in a time of war. Not only is he immediately executed for the offense, but the king declares he must have been a fake all along! His two daughters are stripped of their titles and inheritance, replaced by a distant cousin and cast out of their home with nothing. Anaisa swears someday she will get her title and lands back, but in the mean time, she and her sister Katia have to figure out how to survive. Trace is an anomaly among his people; instead of revealing their son as a magic user and thrusting him into the public eye, his parents kept it a secret to allow him to choose the kind of life he wanted. Trace found himself content to rest and play in his own dream world instead of invading the nighttime visions of others. As an adult, his choice to remain unknown is thrown into jeopardy when a mysterious blackmailer forces Trace to enlist in the territorial war between nations, threatening to reveal his secret if the demand is not met. With the war now over, Trace believes he can finally go home to his farm and live the simple, unremarkable life he’s always desired. When Anaisa and Trace are thrown together by a royal edict, the sisters find themselves unwittingly tangled in the web of mystery and intrigue that surrounds the blackmailer’s escalating assignments for Trace. Anaisa begins to suspect it may be connected to the plot to replace her family in the noble court. As the scheme continues to unfold, lives, loves, marriages, and magic will be put to the test to see what forces in the world are strongest.

Lothair is a serial killer who detest imperfection on human’s facial features, which resulted in him having a compulsory behavior of wanting to strip people’s faces. After he dies, he finds himself as Narcissus, a beautiful and adorable female NPC inside a state-of-the-art VRMMO world of the latest craze called Fallen Carcosa Online. But despite being a fantasy-filled game, the world feels strangely realistic. Too realistic, even. Game-like systems and magic exist but so do plagues, politics, economy, and the horror hidden in plain sight. When pried open, an actual human-like anatomy can be seen beyond the skin of the NPC’s face—with little to no censor. Everything feels too immersive. Except Narcissus, Lothair’s new identity. When Narcissus tried to scrape off the face of her new adorable body, she found an abyssal void with little to no end. This story marks the birth for the King in Yellow. - Warning, this story contain: Male-to-Female Genderbend, GL/Yuri, Occasional Futa MC, Yanderes, Harem, Self-Cest. - Follow the creative and attentive Narcissus, a nuanced former serial-killer who will gradually becomes stronger, experienced, maddening, horrifying, but also mature, wise, conflicted, and complex—in this near-endless journey. Where souls unsung and tears unshed. In the land of Lost Carcosa.

In a world where the essence of life itself lies within the power of cards and mana, survival becomes a perilous game. Amidst adventurers, knights and kings who dictate the rules, a young boy awakens with a shattered memory, devoid of weapons, allies, and even the ability to use the power of cards Lost and vulnerable, he questions the purpose of his existence in a desolate reality where hope seems fake. Stripped of everything he once held dear, he faces the daunting task of uncovering his past, piecing together the fragments of his identity, and finding a reason to carry on. For any type of support go to my insta @illo16 and my twitter @illoo_chillo You can also find the story on Royal Road on https://www.royalroad.com/profile/343854

When the sky changed, the world followed. Dimensions collided, birthing an Earth teeming with magic and peril. Silas awakens in a mysterious cave, roots entwined in his body, and a bond to an ancient, mystical tree he cannot explain. Stripped of everything he knows, he must navigate a stunning yet dangerous land, where even the smallest acts—like aiding an injured cub—could spark life-or-death confrontations. In this world of wonder and terror, Silas must uncover the truth of his origins and embrace the destiny written in his very roots. How far will he go to survive, and what secrets does this beautiful world hide?

Synopsis Carlos, the cold and ruthless CEO known as “The Demon,” has no room for emotions in his meticulously controlled world. Evelyn, a spirited yet down-on-her-luck heiress, has been left homeless and penniless after her stepmother’s betrayal stripped her of everything. Their paths collide when Carlos presents Evelyn with a chilling ultimatum: a three-month marriage contract that promises her freedom—or her ruin. Initially terrified by Carlos’s icy demeanor and unyielding authority, Evelyn is determined to endure the agreement. But as weeks pass, her natural cheerfulness and unshakable confidence begin to chip away at the walls surrounding his heart. Carlos finds himself drawn to the very things he thought he despised—her resilience, her warmth, and her refusal to be intimidated. For the first time, he wonders if there’s more to life than power and control. What begins as a cold transaction transforms into a story of healing, trust, and unexpected love. But with the clock ticking and their worlds pulling them apart, can Evelyn thaw the heart of a man who never believed in love?

Viella Ivelle, the forgotten daughter of King Peter Emris of Olaos, has spent her life as a servant to the family she once belonged to, branded as a bearer of misfortune since the death of her mother, Queen Maristella. Stripped of her titles, she endures cruelty from both her family and the palace servants. Her only escape is the flicker of hope that one day, she will be free—to love, to be loved, and to carve a path of her own. But on her eighteenth birthday, Viella learns the shocking truth: she was already promised to Alastor Kavish, nephew to the powerful Lunar Mage Raden Ovenash, the protector of the kingdom. The catch? Alastor is a ghost—missing since the day he was born, leaving Viella bound to a future she never chose. Desperate to break free, Viella sets off on a journey to find Alastor and end the engagement once and for all. But the world beyond the palace is far more dangerous and complex than she ever imagined. As she journeys into unknown lands, Viella uncovers a realm of secrets, dark forces, and hidden powers that could either grant her the freedom she’s longed for—or bind her to a fate more perilous than she ever dreamed. In the midst of it all, Viella finds herself trapped in a heart-wrenching choice. Two men, both claiming her heart, but with vastly different futures. One is a prince, risking everything in a deadly bid for the throne, willing to sacrifice his life for a crown that may never be his. The other is Alastor Kavish, an elite soldier with a dark past, whose mysterious scars conceal even darker secrets. Will Viella succeed in breaking her chains and claiming her freedom? Or will she be forced to choose between the dangerous prince who could offer her an empire or the tortured soldier whose love is as deep and complex as the secrets he hides?

In a world where cultivation defines one's destiny, Makoto awakens from the brink of death in a shattered body that barely clings to life. Stripped of his strength, his meridians broken, and his cultivation abolished, Makoto faces a cruel reality—a life of weakness in a sect that prizes power above all else. But Makoto is no ordinary cultivator. Unbeknownst to the world, he is the reincarnation of an ancient being, the creator of all martial and cultivation techniques. Once a sovereign who stood at the pinnacle of existence, his soul now resides in a body far weaker than any he has ever known. His memories are fragmented, his power sealed by enemies who sought to destroy him. As Makoto struggles to piece together the truth of his past and the betrayal that led to his downfall, he discovers that the world he once ruled now clings to mere echoes of his original techniques. With nothing but his boundless knowledge and indomitable will, he sets out to reclaim his strength, restore his cultivation, and uncover the conspiracy that shattered his life. But Makoto’s path is fraught with danger. In a sect teeming with deceit and ambition, powerful enemies lurk in the shadows, while the remnants of his forgotten past threaten to resurface. Can Makoto rise once more to the summit of the cultivation world, or will the forces that sealed him away succeed in erasing him forever? This is a tale of rebirth, redemption, and the relentless pursuit of power. The creator has returned, and his second ascension will shake the heavens.

Luna Lethal, a name synonymous with fear and power, ruled both the underworld and the elite circles of society. Orphaned young, she rose through treachery to become a master of manipulation and skill. Yet, her reign ended in betrayal—a laboratory explosion claimed her life. To the world, her death was a tragedy; to her enemies, a cause for celebration. But Luna awakens in the body of Aurora Smith, a neglected and ridiculed child despised by her adoptive family. Stripped of her former strength but not her will, Luna faces a choice: seek revenge for Aurora’s mistreatment or forge a new path. As her sharp mind and unyielding spirit transform Aurora’s life, shadows of Luna’s past resurface. Loyal followers sense her presence, while old enemies seek to destroy her again. Torn between vengeance and a fresh start, Luna must confront her identity. Is she still the Devil of the underworld, or can she find peace in a second chance at life?