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Kings Covenant: The Ashes of the Golden Cage unfolds in a world where ancient magic and advanced technology coexist, shaping a fragile peace amid ruins of once-great empires. The last known continent, home to diverse kingdoms and mysterious ruins, is teeming with powerful magical creatures and relics of a forgotten age. New technologies—born of both arcane knowledge and scientific innovation—are being rapidly developed, yet remnants of the past linger, casting long shadows over the present. At the heart of this world are two kings, Caelan Althar and Dorian Valen, once childhood friends who now find themselves at odds. Their bond shattered over the discovery of an ancient artifact known as the Golden Cage, a relic tied to long-lost powers. The artifact holds the potential to change the world, but its true nature is veiled in mystery, and neither king fully understands the consequences of using it. Years earlier, Caelan and Dorian, along with their companions, formed a club at an elite academy where they explored ancient ruins and uncovered relics infused with magic. They encountered mythical creatures—elemental beings, monsters, and guardians that once roamed freely. But now, as rulers, Caelan hesitates to use the Golden Cage, knowing that its power could bring disaster. Dorian, in a desperate attempt to save his kingdom from ruin, betrays his former friend and takes the artifact for himself. Unbeknownst to both kings, powerful forces—both magical and technological—are at work, manipulating their actions toward a catastrophic end. As war seems inevitable, the ancient world’s secrets begin to unravel, threatening to release forces that neither man can control. Kings Covenant: The Ashes of the Golden Cage is a tale of betrayal, ambition, and the unbreakable bond between friendship and power. It explores the allure of ancient magic, the dangers of rediscovered technologies, and the creatures that still roam the world—an epic journey through a land on the brink of rediscovering its greatest mysteries.

"If the world stands in my way, if people threaten me or those who are dear to me, then I shall become the true darkness, the fear in their hearts that haunts them forever!" Lee Gaon was a professional gamer until one day she was framed as a cheater by a big gaming company and betrayed by those she held dear. Now she is known as Death Eater, a powerful dark entity in the game system world, slicing her enemies in half if they dare mess with her. Her path is now filled with blood and adventure as she desperately tries to find all who were dragged with her into this world—those who destroyed her life. She has only one goal now... "Revenge!" Content Warning: This work contains scenes of gore, violence, and strong language. Reader discretion is advised.

[Ding! You have killed the Great Outer God, Azathoth.] [Ding! Do you want to resurrect the dead Outer God and turn him into your puppet?] … After being killed by a ‘stray’ bullet, James wakes up only to find himself reincarnated as a young man with incomplete memories, ‘abandoned’ in a cave with his little sister, Minji. He soon discovers he’s in a world that combines the elements of Beast Master, Eastern Fantasy, and Magical Realism. In this new fantasy realm where the strong are respected and the weak are trampled, James awakens an OP system that can upgrade his rank as long as he has money. Thus, James is determined to become a successful businessman once more, since he also recognizes the potential of leveraging the system’s functions to amass wealth. [Ding! Do you want to refine your pet’s Evolution Pill?] [Ding! Do you want to refine the breakthrough Martial God pill?] [Ding! Do you want to refine the Heavenly Dragon Sword?] …. Later, James also discovers that the ‘earth’ has evolved after dungeons started to appear and towers that rose from the ground, where these connect the earth and the world where James is currently in through space teleportation. Upon returning to ‘earth’ to check the situation there, he finds out that his death wasn’t caused by a ‘stray’ bullet but rather was orchestrated by someone James trusts the most. Follow James on his journey, where he takes revenge on his killer in his first life, and uncovers the mystery of ‘why was he reincarnated into this world and why his family in this life abandoned him and Minji’ while pursuing his new goal of becoming the strongest. ----------------------------------------------------- [WPC August Entry] ALL SUPPORT is appreciated. Don’t hesitate to add it to your library and give Power Stone!!

Eram Shibo, born into a loving family, faces an unforgiving path as his journey demands sacrifices of everything he holds dear. After a brutal abduction, Eram is thrust into a quest from which there is no return. Torn between duty and his humanity, he must confront the cost of his choices. Can he endure the trials ahead and achieve his destiny, or will the weight of his sacrifices lead to his downfall?

Isabella, ugly, fat, unloved aside from her brother, gets kicked out of the Frost Family Clan, her fiancé cheated on her with her sister, humiliated, mysteriously got pregnant at age sixteen. Isabella understood that she should never show anyone kindness. Six years later Isabella who was once ugly is now a stunning beauty, ex fiancé “Isabella marry me I made a mistake.” Isabella:? A famous model/actor: Big sis who dares bully you? the stepsisters: She might be beautiful like a goddess but she is an idiot! Top universities: Lady Isabella thank you for teaching our students for just a day, top hacker organizations: Boss don’t go and get in trouble. Law Firm: She is the best lawyer in the world!? Entertainment Industry: Miss Isabella why don’t you join the entertainment business? Isabella: Annoying. Everyone who thought that Isabella was a useless ugly duck they were wrong, top car racer: Master Isabella, Top medical doctors: Who said she isn’t a genius she is my senior sister, other suitors: I want to marry Isabella! The most mysterious yet most powerful men who has trillions upon trillions dollars: Who dares want to marry my wife? I can take care of her alone we already have four kids together. Isabella: Wasn’t she suppose to have a peaceful life now why does it seem like her hidden identities are just slowly being uncovered?

[Ding! You have shared an intimate moment with the Goddess of Light] [Ding! You have received …% of her stats attributes] [Ding! You have increased her stats attributes by …%] … Cain wakes up only to find himself transmigrated into a novel that he had read a few years ago before his death. In this new fantasy realm where the strong are respected and the weak are trampled, Cain awakens his “Unique SSS-Ranked Primordial Beast Master Talent” before an error happens and merged with “Extra’s Harem Gacha System” which can help him become stronger by having sex with powerful women, including those summoned from the system’s Summon Pool. After merging his talent with the system, he can also contract and evolve powerful beasts, instantly upgrading their ranks using Evolution Points. With the ability to convert money into Evolution Points, Cain decides to build his own force, amass wealth, and take full advantage of the system’s potential to rise above all. [Ding! Do you want to refine the Ice Dragon’s Evolution Pill?] [Ding! Do you want to refine the medicine liquid of God's rank?] [Ding! Do you want to refine the Godbreaker sword of the God’s rank?] … After waking up, Cain realizes that his situation is far from simple. He finds himself inhabiting the body of the youngest prince of the weak, unranked Elarion Kingdom, who was recently poisoned and killed by his fiancée, despite having already stated he had no interest in the power struggle of the Elarion kingdom to the point he didn't awaken his talent. However, the only problem is not just that. Cain remembers the Elarion Kingdom as a mere footnote in the novel because it's destined for destruction. Now, Cain is determined to rewrite his fate. He vows to claim the throne, prevent the kingdom's destruction, and transform it into the strongest force in the world before the Era of the Gods descends upon the land. --------------------------------------------------------- [WebNovel Rising Star II Entry] ALL SUPPORT is appreciated. Don't hesitate to add it to your library and give Power Stones!!

Love, Betrayal, Blood, but not Hatred. Only cold revenge, and a son to complete the family. "D" Section, a nonexistent military unit. "D" for dark, "D" for depth, "D"... for death. It demanded no attachment, and Daemon sacrificed love for it. Years later, the death of his teammates made him feel that he had done enough for the country, so he came back to the city he grew in. But can what has been forsaken be gained back? Because now Evelyn, the one to have breathed vitality in his numb, orphaned heart, had her own life, and a little boy calling her mother. Also, while he left his life full of dead bodies behind, did that life really let him go? From the ashes, will it love or... ? _ _ _ Two lovers who still love each other even with scars left behind by past events. They narrowly miss a chance to meet again and rekindle the lost spark, with him left with an empty heart, and her with her pain renewed, only buried because of the sun of her life, her son, their son… that he knew nothing about. They each continue with their own life in their own way. Their paths even almost become parallel to each other, almost taking the opposite direction with new commitments. But fate be damned, even if it now seems to push them toward each other. From the ashes, their love shall blaze anew. Or maybe not. Find the answer yourself. ___ First draft of characters image on my discord, a channel for fans to get together: https://discord.com/invite/C86EJvCJdd Comment and review, don't forget.

In My Memory there exists a boy sitting in the window sill with a violin in his arms.... Read as the story unfolds the fates of two reincarnated powerful men travel through universes to find something they had lost long ago

Exiled from the revered and cloistered Spiritual Sage Realm, he is summoned back for a harrowing mission that could imperil humanity itself.

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AMRahi This is a somewhat satiric xianxia story, mainly focusing on mystery solving, absurd humorous situations, and cultivation politics. [ Synopsis ] The universe gives some of us gifts that we may utilize to achieve our goals, reach the highest peak of our vision, holding an edge over every competitor. The universe also takes away taken-for-granted abilities from some of us, restricting us at every step we take forward, bombarding us with obstacles, and rendering us incapable of touching our aspirations in life. How would YOU lead your life, had you fallen among the latter minority? Across the vast Macrocosms of Man, the world of cultivation continues to demonstrate its brutality, its hazards, and its never-ending cycles of conflicts. One day, we find ourselves becoming conscious of the truth of our world....and that's where our story begins. As someone meant to be a weakling, you need to think of sources of power other than pure cultivation- and that's what our protagonist, Han Xuhan excels in.

To the world Lucas was the perfect CEO. He led the family company to become the biggest in the country. He also had the most beautiful woman for a lover and with gorgeous looks that would make anyone fall for him, he had it all. However, it all came crashing down one day when he got that letter. A letter that made him question his very existence. A letter that unhinged him.

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

A normal boy moves into his dad's childhood town with his dad. What can go wrong?

Aric Valerian, the fourth prince of the Valerian Empire, bears many titles: The Forgotten Prince, The Whore's Child, The King's Bastard—names that have been spoken more than his own. Born with a crippling illness and devoid of mana or ki, Aric was a disgrace, scorned by his family and the court. But when the gods cured him and gifted him the strength to fight, Aric dared to hope. He sought glory in battle, only to be betrayed by his brother and sent to die in a hopeless war. In his final moments, as death closed in, a mysterious text appeared before him… [Would you like to change your fate?] After being given another chance, Aric embarks on a ruthless journey to claim absolute sovereignty. [Ki Circulation Mastered: Strength +10] [System Upgrade: Advanced tactical planning unlocked] [Hidden Fortress Established: Stronghold security +15%] The forgotten prince claws his way through the treacherous landscape of imperial politics, he is forced to make impossible choices, each decision pushing him further down a path soaked in blood. He learns that true power demands sacrifice, and the price of vengeance may be his soul. ------------------ This book contains dark themes and depictions. The mc is a ruthless cynic, and is closer to being a villain than he is a hero. Main themes: Politics, Kingdom building, strategy, war

In a distant future, Earth is ravaged by decades of war between two factions: the Resistance, a global superstate obsessed with order and control, and the Forsaken, a coalition of rebels fighting for autonomy. The battles have left the planet nearly unhabitable, forcing both sides to establish fortified cities amidst desolation.

Heaven and earth determine destiny yang and yin rules the world the original Qi was the chaos when there were no order.......... These a story about a young boy named Yun Long like any other hotheaded youth of Floating Cloud Kingdom has the desire to join the martial arts school in the kingdom and become a great martial artist in order to fed and protect his love ones, but things begun to go south as his childhood lover abandon him for another from a rich family background because of his low martial talent ( mortal grade talent). But against all odds he accidentally came across the legacy of an Ancient god and inheritance of an Ancient Phoenix which changed his life forever. Follow this action packed story to uncover many mysteries of the three realms ( mortal, Celestial and Primal Chaos realm) and how Yun Long from trash became an heaven-defying genius, stepping up to the world stage, standing above his peers and looking towards the world with disdain. my first book pls positive criticism will be appreciated

Which Romance Trope Will You Choose? Age-gap romance? Student-professor romance? Office romance? Billionaire heiress and common man romance? Arrogant guy and cheerful girl romance? Why not a mix of all? University student Billy Scott had a very near-death experience 20 months ago after being rescued by some mysterious girl whose face, however, he still cannot quite recall. Fast forward to his second year, and the new professor, Amy Anderson, turns out to be her—the one who saved his life. But instead of a heartfelt reunion, it is Billy who ruins their first meeting with one idiotic move after the other and leaves a lasting impression … for all wrong reasons. Meanwhile, Amy's older brother, Ethan Anderson, works at a start-up and has a secret crush on his boss, Emily Everhart. Emily is the ambitious daughter of a powerful business tycoon with a desire to prove herself by building her own empire. Yet, beneath their professional dynamic lies an unspoken connection and secrets that could change everything. Romance, misunderstandings, and a web of emotions are all parts of this tale of unexpected love and second chances.

Avery Have always been alone, or so she thought. she would raise Zach, her two-year-old son, go to work, school and that would be that. But she wasn't alone. There was always someone there. Watching her...

In Crimson Ashes, a group of teenagers in Ashwick uncover a deadly mystery after a girl is found dead following the Ashen Festival. As they dig into the town's dark secrets, they'll learn some mysteries hit closer to home than they thought.

The Apocalypse is in full swing. Defiled - powerful creatures corrupted by the Great Collision - prowled the lands in search of prey. Unfortunately for them, the human race had long since retreated behind the secure walls of the Sanctuary of Everlast. During one of his regular excursions outside the Sanctuary, Alden is separated from Celeste. - his childhood friend and crush. In that moment, he came to regret never summoning the courage to confess. Somehow managing to survive thanks to some trickery, Alden awakens as a mage. Instead of receiving a normal power, he gains the ability to decay. What's more, during his ascension, he received a vision from his future self advising him not to trust the Asterons - celestial beings who had saved his race from inescapable doom. Normally... such a revelation wouldn’t faze Alden. However, there was only one major problem with the declaration, though. Celeste was bound with an Asteron. And not just any normal Asteron... She had made a pact with one of the Divine Sovereigns. ________ Cover is not mine. I found it on Pinterest.

In the rain-soaked depths of Iron City, former soldier and private investigator Luka Cross is a shadow among shadows, trading in secrets and survival. When a routine job pulls him into the heart of a sinister conspiracy, Luka uncovers a syndicate hell-bent on transforming citizens into bio-augmented enforcers—stripping them of humanity, turning them into tools for corporate power. Forced to ally with Juno, a fierce hacker with her own vendetta, Luka plunges into Iron City’s dark underbelly, navigating betrayal, brutal tactics, and a twisted play for control. As alliances fracture and stakes escalate, Luka must confront his own past and decide how much of his soul he's willing to sacrifice to burn down the machine from within. In a city where every neon-lit corner hides a secret, survival isn’t just luck—it’s the fight to remember who you are before the shadows swallow you whole.

Tattered shrapnel rings in the distance. The ashes of man's sin cannot be washed down with alcohol nor holy water. We who murder shall live in the suffering we have caused. Indeed, it is so. Somewhere near, a man who has used up his life looks down a pile of ash. The clouds are ignorant of all that was. The man sighs. The sky blinks, to dust he becomes. And so forth is the cycle of blood. He remembers, but perhaps it does not matter. Another leaves into purgatory. The doctor can only pray that fate have mercy.

In the blink of an eye, the world as we knew it changed forever. It wasn’t a plague, nor an alien invasion from outer space. Instead, Earth itself revolted against it’s inhabitants. The axis shifted, and suddenly, we were hurtling away from the sun, condemned to a fate of eternal winter. As days turned to weeks, and weeks turned to months, chaos ensued. Natural disasters ravaged the lands, tearing apart cities and communities. The once bustling streets were now desolate, covered in layers of frost and despair. With each passing day, the temperature plummeted freezing everything in its path. Electricity became a luxury of the past, leaving us to fend for ourselves in the darkness. Food and resources dwindled, forcing humanity into a primal struggle for survival. The rules of society crumbled, replaced by the law of the fittest. Amidst this bleak landscape, our protagonist emerged a lone wandering fighter fighting against the elements and the savagery of mankind. With each step he faced the relentless cold, the ferocious beasts displaced by shifting climates, and the ever-present threat of encountering fellow survivors driven to madness by desperation.

Dominate the whole world step by step! Bai Xiaowen, an online novel writer, was transported to a psychic era that was a hundred years in the future by a mysterious eyeball. With the infusion of psychic particles, mutated beasts ran rampant, and monsters from the spiritual realm invaded. The digitized Earth became a massive video game! There were zombies that could withstand bullets, claw monsters that could leap over rooftops and were impossible to aim at, mountain giants with limitless strength who treated tanks as toys, and vengeful spirits that could tear souls apart with a single glance. To deal with these ferocious creatures, humanity embarked on the path of evolution! Those who successfully evolved were called "the Awakened"! "I came, I saw, I conquered!" Bai Xiaowen roared with his divine eye open, but there were only 130 days left until the college entrance examination. To conquer the psychic era, he would start by becoming the top scorer in the college entrance examination.

Book Completed : Chapter 1 to Chapter 70. I wanted to write a big novel, but it came out as a Short Story and it wasn't dark enough after that, so I put a suspense ending at Chapter 70. Hope anyone likes it at all. .... Newt Salamander, torn away from his dangerous life on Earth, arrives in the enchanting realm of Etria, a place where humans live alongside mythical beings, wielding potent magic and mastering combat. Born into the esteemed Salamander family, Newt seems destined for greatness. However, tragedy strikes as a sudden and brutal attack leaves his family shattered. Fueled by an overwhelming grief and an unquenchable thirst for revenge, Newt embarks on a relentless journey of self-discovery. Through tireless training, Newt hones his skills, delving into the depths of his magical potential. Now, Newt must navigate a world brimming with mythical creatures and the echoes of a power that transcends the boundaries between life and legend. --------------------- Born into the esteemed Wood Family, Ryan's destiny appears grand, yet a childhood encounter with Newt shatters his aspirations, marking him an outcast among his peers. The news of Newt's demise leaves Ryan grappling with the dilemma of an unfulfilled revenge, fueling his determination to become one of the strongest in his rank through relentless training. Hope seems to be on Ryan's side as he forges a new life, free from the shadows of the past. However, the very nemesis he despised, Newt, mysteriously returns to life, casting a looming threat over Ryan's newfound happiness. The stakes are high, and the once-outcast Ryan finds himself at the center of a battle that could determine the fate of not only his own life but also the lives of those he holds dear. --------------------- You might be questioning now. Is Ryan the protagonist or is it Newt? The response is straightforward. In our individual narratives, we play the hero role. However, in someone else's tale, we might be cast as the villain. From your viewpoint, you're the hero of your own story, but what if the antagonist narrated that story? Would you still be the hero in that version? ---------------------- This novel is full of Adventure, Mystery, Cruelty and Passion.

Victor dies in a mugging and gets reincarnated in an alternate version of his world's past where magic and creatures of myth and legend exist. How would his knowledge affect the familiar yet unfamiliar world around him? Read and find out.