Chapter Seven Lord Of The Flies

In the quiet shadows of 19th-century Germany, Ryder Greythorn is born into a world of secrets and mysteries. His father, Alwin Greythorn, is a renowned alchemist and military commander, revered for his knowledge and his skill in both the arcane and the battlefield. Yet the joy of Ryder’s birth is marred by tragedy—the young boy’s mother, Ana, passes away shortly after giving birth, leaving Alwin to raise him alone.

At age 10, every child unlocks their first ability, starting as an F Rank—a small spark of power in a vast, competitive world. Mastery is the key to evolution, granting new abilities and enhancing old ones as they rise through the ranks: E, D, C, B, A, and finally S. By the 7th Order, the strongest possess seven devastating S Rank abilities, their power shaping nations and destinies. Abilities—whether Body, Elemental, Mind, or the rare and coveted Soul—often complement one another, but fate sometimes deals a chaotic hand, forcing creativity and resilience. As mastery grows harder with each step, only the ambitious and determined climb the ranks, while others fall behind, their potential unfulfilled. In this world of constant evolution, where power defines your worth, alliances, betrayals, and rivalries spark. What happens when someone defies the rules, unlocking abilities no one has ever seen? The path to greatness is perilous—but the rewards are limitless.

Julian's life is a maze of what-ifs and maybes. But when he reunites with Sapphire in the University, he's forced to confront the one person he never gave a chance. As they navigate the ups and downs of college life together, Julian finds himself captivated by Sapphire's quirky charm and beauty. Yet, he's hesitant to risk their friendship by confessing his feelings. Unbeknownst to Julian, Sapphire has been quietly falling for him too. Will they find the courage to look beyond their past and take a chance on love?"

Before mankind was turned to specks of dust at the hands of the strongest Monarch of the abyss, Arhat, the lord of magic, and I, Freddy Verdance, who had not awakened, had died. But. ========================= ⟨⟨==The God of Sacrifice offers you a change==⟩⟩ ⟨⟨==The God of Sacrifice offers regression in exchange for your soul==⟩⟩ ⟨⟨==Your soul answers for you==⟩⟩ ⟨⟨==Your soul desires revenge and accepts the sacrifice for regression in exchange==⟩⟩ ⟨⟨==The God of Sacrifice will watch over you, now with the new "Sacrifice" function in your regression==⟩⟩ ⟨⟨==Good luck in your regression==⟩⟩ ========================= *** It was strange. Because I felt alive. ============================== ⟨⟨==Congratulations, you just woke up your class==⟩⟩ ⟨⟨==Now you can see the system==⟩⟩ ============================== Something really unexpected just happened and Freddy opened his eyes. And a message had appeared before him when he opened his eyes. Because he had returned to the past thanks to a strange entity....

In a world where kingdoms rise and fall, a seasoned player unexpectedly finds himself transmigrated into the very game he once mastered—Caldera. However, his new life as a ruler comes with a crushing twist: severe debuffs and harsh restrictions on his talents make survival nearly impossible. Against overwhelming odds, he fights tooth and nail to carve out a legacy. Despite his brilliance in strategy and marvels in combat, failure becomes his ultimate fate. But fate offers him another chance. Reborn at the start of the game, now without the crippling debuffs and armed with all the knowledge, experience, and hard-won lessons of his previous life, he faces the world anew. This novel is a bit fast-paced compared to current mainstream trends. It will delve into human nature and how far people are willing to go for meager profit. Most characters will be evil, and even the good ones only appear good because the actions they take align with their own interests, rather than being motivated by true goodness. For any questions about this novel, feel free to leave a comment on my first review, where I will be answering any inquiries or questions regarding the story. I hope you have a great time reading this! If you’d like to support this novel, please rate it or leave any kind of comment. Any feedback will help it gain more exposure. Thank you! I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com as well although only free chapter just like here. if you read on both platforms and like the novel do leave me some review there as well thank you. https://www.royalroad.com/profile/569643/fictions

Robin Burton is a young man who grow with everything anyone can hope for, immense talent for cultivation, sharp mind, a wealthy family that will stop at nothing to protect and nurture him. He had everything except the willingness to take them. "Why would I take the same route as my ancestors ? why should I become stronger? to beat this and compete with that..?! THAT IS NOT WHAT I WAS BORN FOR!!" Our Robin didn't want to compete with young masters, so he made an army and started invading planets.

In the future, Tokyo is ruled by a powerful hero association. The heroes are divided into 7 levels, one stronger than the other. A 12 years old boy named Ishikawa Yuto dreams of becoming a hero, but the world wasn't as beautiful as he once thought.

When William awakens submerged in a bathtub filled with blood, his life veers into the unimaginable. With no recollection of how he got there, he soon discovers he's become an unwilling player in the mysterious "Sequence Game"—a perilous competition that transcends reality and plunges participants into otherworldly realms. As William navigates these strange new worlds, he encounters bizarre legends and witnesses the birth of eerie entities. Whispers of an impending catastrophe grow louder: malevolent gods are invading, ancient powers are reawakening, and the fabric of reality is unraveling. Humanity teeters on the brink as extraordinary paths to divinity unfold before them, offering both salvation and temptation. Amidst the chaos, a beacon of hope emerges in the form of William, a fearless warrior wielding a spear and an unyielding spirit. Striding boldly at the forefront of this epochal shift, William becomes a symbol of resistance against the encroaching darkness. William must unravel the secrets of the Sequence Game and harness newfound powers to stand against the looming apocalypse. With the death knell of their world sounding and a cosmic countdown echoing in everyone's ears, they race against time to prevent ultimate destruction. In a reality where myths become tangible and every choice could herald doom or deliverance, who will rise as the final savior? The Sequence Game is a gripping odyssey of destiny, courage, and the relentless fight against cosmic annihilation. Journey with William as he confront ancient evils, forge unbreakable bonds, and strive to save not just their world, but all of existence. #VR

El, a diligent top student in the nursing department, was the pride of his professors and a model of hard work and discipline. After earning his license as a registered nurse, he seemed destined for success—until his relentless drive pushed him too far. Overworked and exhausted, El's life came to an abrupt end. But death was not the end of his story. El wakes up in an unfamiliar world as Cael Baker, a minor character doomed to a tragic fate, caught in the crossfire of feuding protagonists in a tale he doesn’t recognize. Stripped of his quiet, structured life, El must navigate a world of intrigue and danger while grappling with the question: Can he rewrite Cael’s story and find peace, or will his new life be just as chaotic as the last?

He was naive and after being used he almost died but he managed to return to the beginning and now he wants revenge.

Kael was at the top of his game literally. A popular game streamer, he was adored by fans worldwide. But fame has its dark side. When a betrayal from his best friend leads to his untimely death, Kael wakes up not in heaven or hell, but as a skeleton in 'The 10 Scrolls', the Souls-Like game he is know for playing. Stripped of his humanity, Kael must navigate a perilous dark world teeming with monsters, magic, and treacherous humans. With an unyielding will to survive, Kael embarks on a harrowing journey to get the 10 Scrolls and return back to his old world. But Will He Survive... With dangers lurking at every turn and a mysterious force pulling the strings, Kael's quest may lead him to the greatest discovery of all, HIMSELF. Update Schedule: 7-12 chapters a week! Join the Community: Discuss theories and connect with other fans on our Discord server. https://discord.gg/H9ZWm2R7

Lucius, a sickly orphan, dies after the world was plunged into World War 3, and suddenly finds himself in the Middle Ages—summoned by the Heresy Cult as Lord Mors, the embodiment of death. In this Dark Age, humanity has not yet advanced in technology, but he soon discovers the strange and supernatural realities that were never recorded in history. Worst of all, as the new leader of the Heresy Cult, he must now become the enemy of the world and lead mankind out of the current era of chaos. This leads him down the path of atrocities and abominations… marking his grim existence as the Lord Of The Dead. Tags: Transmigration. Reincarnation. Historical Fantasy. Action. Adventure. Magic. Villain. WeaktoStrong. Overpowered. Romance. Dark. Superpowers. KingdomBuilding.

A normal life is something we all want. But in a world where there is only chaos, such a thing remains a fantasy. Ryuga Xicor, a former student of the Nexus Empires `s Magic Academy becomes one of the five beings who can fight the last war. But the cost of ending the war becomes too much. With him also being sealed in Netherworld for over a thousand years. Waking from a seal after 1752 years, Ryuga Xicor learns that the world he knew despises him as a man who killed the former Grown Princess. Unbeknownst to everyone, Ryuga had a secret relationship with Irla whom her father - the Emperor- totally disapproved of. Instead of clearing his name, Ryuga challenges the Nexus empire, The Primes who are the pillars of the empire, while hiding his true motives under the guise of a villain.

“I seduced the daughter of the Jade Emperor”. “I was sentenced to death, but it didn’t matter…” “I already achieved my goal”. … “W-what is going on?” “Impossible!” “He’s severed the wheels of space and time, he’s about to jump into the river of time! Stop him!” It was too late to stop him though, the Lord of Profanity disappeared, jumping into the river of time to go back in time. To restart it all over…, this time, with experience, and a system. [You have gained profanity skill: Heavenly Touch!] [You have gained profanity skill: Ultimate Massage!] “Throughout heaven and earth, I alone am the profane one!”

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"Tales of Seven" erzählt die Geschichte von Aiden und seinen sechs Freunden, die durch ein mysteriöses Buch in eine fremde Welt gezogen werden. Ausgerüstet mit übernatürlichen Kräften, müssen sie in einer gefährlichen neuen Realität überleben. Doch die Macht, die ihnen gegeben wurde, beginnt, die Bande ihrer Freundschaft zu zersetzen. Verrat, dunkle Geheimnisse und die wachsende Kluft zwischen ihnen drohen, sie auseinanderzureißen. Aiden muss lernen, was wahre Stärke bedeutet, während er darum kämpft, die Freundschaft zu retten, die sie einst unzertrennlich gemacht hat.

"Tales of Seven" follows Aiden and his six friends as they are pulled into a mysterious world by an ancient book. Gifted with supernatural powers, they must survive in a dangerous new reality. But the power they’ve gained begins to fracture the bonds of their friendship. Betrayal, dark secrets, and growing tension threaten to tear them apart. Aiden must learn what true strength means as he fights to save the friendship that once made them inseparable.

With the rising tide of steam power and machinery, who can come close to being a Beyonder? Shrouded in the fog of history and darkness, who or what is the lurking evil that murmurs into our ears? Waking up to be faced with a string of mysteries, Zhou Mingrui finds himself reincarnated as Klein Moretti in an alternate Victorian era world where he sees a world filled with machinery, cannons, dreadnoughts, airships, difference machines, as well as Potions, Divination, Hexes, Tarot Cards, Sealed Artifacts… The Light continues to shine but mystery has never gone far. Follow Klein as he finds himself entangled with the Churches of the world—both orthodox and unorthodox—while he slowly develops newfound powers thanks to the Beyonder potions. Like the corresponding tarot card, The Fool, which is numbered 0—a number of unlimited potential—this is the legend of "The Fool."

[Mature Content- R-18] At 21, he never expected to wake up to a world in ruins. After years in a coma, Damien finds himself in a reality where the streets are swarming with undead, and the remnants of humanity are struggling to survive. But it isn’t just the world that’s changed—humans, too, have evolved, gaining abilities and strength in the face of extinction. He soon discovers that with each zombie he kills, his own power grows, allowing him to fight the horrors lurking in the shadows. Yet, as he navigates this new world, he finds something he never expected: companionship, in the form of beautiful, strong, and diverse women who cross his path. Some seek protection, others seek purpose, but all seem drawn to him—and he to them. Now, on a journey of survival, strength, and desire, he must master his abilities, keep his newfound allies safe, and maybe, just maybe, find love amidst the chaos. --- Warning!!! Dark asf, Not for the weak or the pure hearted.

One of the seven sins, the sin of lust is in danger of going on the loose, its new lord must contain it, only he can prevent us from being devoured by our lust. Why he was chosen is a mystery how he will rule is one as well but he will not fail. probably, hopefully, dear god I hope not {welcome our dear lord of lust, let your training begin}

King malathar, ruler of the kingdom asha was the greatest military strategist of his time. During his reign he had captured and reclaimed more territories than 4 of his predecessors combined. According to legend he had the greatest army ever seen. His soldiers not only strong and brutal but quick-witted and calculating. Unknown to the world he had a secret 'weapon' you might say. The seven warlords. Orphans rescued by the king himself, trained for one purpose only, To kill. On their 13th birthday they were put in a cruel game where only 7 would survive and become beings of myths,. The warlords of Asha ,His best alchemists created elixirs that made the warlords immune to pain, the weather, mortal gods. His physicians made modifications to their body that made them faster, stronger than anyone. To keep the secret of the warlords all involved in the expirement were silenced. After the death of King malathar, a gruesome battle for the throne ensued between the princes. The warlords a secret even to his own sons vanished, without a trace. Unknown to the world or so King malathar would have hoped.

18 Year Old, Kaito Takahashi finds himself transported to another world alongside his classmates. He’s determined to find an artifact to go home, but during his adventure, he will soon realize that he is something that the people fear. In a magic world with his new identity as Nizara, he will go through a lot, to the point where he will be recognized as “The Resurrected Demon Lord”

When the spiritual barrier that has been intact for a hundred years is shattered by a meteor, spiritual energy that had disappeared starts to return. The mystical realm slowly begins its revival—magic, witchcraft, curses, supernatural lifeforms, strange and mysterious legends, monsters and gods from other worlds… The old world order collapses, yet the new order is mystifying and chaotic. Just before the unprecedented reformation is here, Tang Qi awakens and finds himself hung on the cross, having turned into an inferior demon and in great pain and agony… With his special ability to see through the nature of all things from the mystical realm and a sly and crafty mind, follow Tang Qi as he develops new skills and powers—as well as making new friends and allies—to battle and protect himself from never before seen supernatural threats in an unfamiliar world!

Life is hard. It is hard on the homeless, the tired and the wealthy. It is hard on Azra, the King's only son and heir to the Alfonsi throne. A child of unknown talent with the weight of his people on his shoulders. Holding the ability to control so much yet do so little is a frustration that can lead to madness. Life is hard, but when Azra is sucked into a hole and spit out into an entirely new realm... life just gets harder. ...and you thought there was a rock bottom.

In a cruel world and with many difficulties, he was able to achieve his dream of entering Sanfort University. But who would have thought that fate would want something else for him and that's why his life path would undergo a big change. The path he had just started was destroyed by an unpredictable event. Unbeknownst to him, he was facing death, his body was being crushed under tremendous pressure, and blood was flowing from his emerald eyes, and that deadly energy broke all his bones and gave him a painful death, without being able to struggle for life. But his soul remained in this world due to anger and hatred. So he took a hard and scary way to find out the truth of his horrible death and find the killer and take revenge on him. Will it all end with finding the killer or are there more hidden things? He is accompanied by a creature called the Night King of the Dead to find the secrets of this world and sow the seeds of despair and misery in the hearts of his enemies. The cover is not mine. I took it from Pinterest.