Moss Collector

“The world ended the day the Rift opened.” “Monsters poured through, cities fell, and those who survived were forever changed. Some humans adapted to the Rift’s energy, gaining inhuman abilities—but at a cost. They became known as the Fractured, feared and hunted by those who once called them human.” Subject 26B is one of them. For as long as he can remember, he has been nothing more than a test subject, locked away in a facility where the Collectors experiment on the Fractured. He has no memories of his past—only the cold walls, the endless experiments, and the unshakable feeling that he doesn’t belong here. But when he is suddenly sold to the Human Defense Force, he is thrown into a brutal world where survival is the only law. As he fights for his freedom, pieces of his past begin to surface, revealing a truth more terrifying than the Rift itself. Who was he before the experiments? Why does the Rift energy respond to him differently than the others? And what happens when he finally remembers what was taken from him? In a world shattered by the Rift, strength decides everything. But some things… are worth fighting for. But in a world where only the strongest endure… does the past even matter?

Life isn’t an easy mode. That’s why people love RPG games—where earning money is simple, monsters drop loot, and hunger or death is never a real concern. But what if life itself became a game? With the Easy Life & Rebate System, everything changed for me. Earn by making easy choices. Chase beauties and get rebates in cash and perks. Live in luxury to gain even more wealth. From Struggle to Fortune—The Rise of Lin Feng Lin Feng was tired of life. Born into poverty in a small town, every day was a brutal struggle just to survive. His parents worked tirelessly but could barely make ends meet. College was a distant dream, and job rejections piled up like an endless mountain. Even the smallest joys in life seemed out of reach. Debt collectors knocking on his door. Rude bosses exploiting his time. Pretty women were looking down on him like he was invisible. Just when Lin Feng hit rock bottom, a mysterious notification appeared before his eyes. [Ding! Congratulations! The Easy Life & Rebate System has been activated!] "Earn money by spending money." "Attract women, and the system will reward you." "Luxury leads to more luxury!" At first, Lin Feng thought it was a joke. But when he received real money just for buying a cup of coffee, he knew—his life had truly changed! From rags to riches, from a nobody to the center of attention—Lin Feng’s journey was just beginning. Now, with unlimited cashback, rebates, and rewards for chasing beauties, how far will he rise? With wealth, power, and women within reach, Lin Feng is ready to live life on Easy Mode!

Ryan, a wealthy entrepreneur, had built his business empire using the inheritance left by his parents after their tragic demise in an accident. One day, his office was raided by city officials following allegations of tax evasion. Shocked by the accusation, Ryan was confident he had been paying taxes annually through checks handed to his secretary. His secretary, equally stunned, convinced Ryan that foul play was at hand. Despite finding no evidence of wrongdoing during the raid, the officials insisted on shutting down Ryan's business for further investigation. Frustrated, Ryan pursued legal action, but the court delayed its verdict, granting the tax officer more time to fabricate evidence. As Ryan's predicament became public, influential allies distanced themselves from him. One day, Ryan received a mysterious call asking him to meet at a renowned city restaurant. Skeptical but desperate, he arrived to find the tax officer who had orchestrated the raid. Furious, Ryan considered leaving but stayed, thinking of his employees who depended on the business reopening. With a stoic expression, he asked the officer why he had called. The officer revealed his motive: he wanted a bronze cauldron Ryan had purchased at an auction. The city lord's son desired it as a birthday gift for his father, a collector of ancient artifacts. Ryan had bought the cauldron to support a charity for the elderly and had since forgotten about it. Though angered, Ryan agreed to hand it over to resolve the matter. Returning home, Ryan retrieved the cauldron from his collection room. Before proceeding, he recorded a video recounting the restaurant meeting and sent it to his secretary and close friends, instructing them to release it to the press if anything happened to him. While packing the cauldron, Ryan accidentally cut his finger, and his blood dripped onto the artifact. To his astonishment, the cauldron emitted a bright light, shrank, and shot into his forehead, piercing it. Ryan collapsed, unconscious, and suffered a fatal head injury. His friends, alarmed by his silence, rushed to his home and found him lifeless. Enraged, they released the video to the press, sparking a massive scandal. The city lord's son and his accomplices were arrested for their crimes. Meanwhile, Ryan's soul was transported to another world, marking the beginning of his immortal journey.

In a world ravaged by disasters and chaos, a young survivor named Leon must navigate the treacherous landscape of a new and terrifying world. This harsh environment is filled with ruthless scavengers and frightening alien creatures, all fighting to stay alive, and dominate the other. Leon's journey begins with an encounter with an alien and a brutal fight against a group of scavengers who will stop at nothing to claim the few remaining resources not long after. But when Leon and his friends emerge victorious, they inadvertently catch the attention of an even more sinister enemy: a malevolent alien who collects human specimens. This alien is unlike any other, with an insatiable hunger for human knowledge, experimentation and carnage. As Leon struggles to stay alive, he discovers cryptic clues that reveal the true intentions of the aliens. These mysterious monsters aren't just a mindless beasts, but cunning and sinister collectors who will stop at nothing to achieve their goals. Leon and his friends must use all their skills, ingenuity, and cunning to evade the deadly grasp of the aliens, as well as that of the scavengers. They find and explore an alien lab in one of their adventures. As they venture deeper into the alien's stronghold, they uncover dark secrets about their sinister plans. They soon realize that the alien's collection is not just a random gathering of human specimens, but a calculated effort to understand humanity's darkest secrets and eventually conquer them. The further they go, the more they understand that the true horror lies not with the alien, but with the unsettling revelations it has uncovered about humanity's troubled past. The alien's collection is just the tip of the iceberg – a symptom of a far more profound and disturbing phenomenon that threatens to destroy everything Leon thought he knew about the world. As the stakes grow higher, Leon must confront the darkest aspects of human nature and the terrifying possibilities that lurk beyond the alien horizon. Will he be able to overcome the overwhelming odds and uncover the truth, or will he succumb to the crushing weight of an apocalyptic world? Can he survive long enough to expose the alien's sinister plans, or will he become the next specimen in their collection?

Rael screwed up badly. One reckless gamble later, and his guild's entire emergency fund was gone. With debt collectors ready to harvest his organs, his only hope was a single, desperate gacha pull. Ding! [Congratulations! Player: Quarterpounder69 has obtained the (Divine) Grade item, Eye of the Beast!] [Divine Grade item obtained! All Stats +250] [First Divine Grade item obtained! All Stats +100] [New title unlocked! [Heavenly Attraction] (Divine)] With no other choice, he consumed the item—only to be thrown into a situation no player had ever faced before. [To ensure fairness, please select a random number. This will determine which boss monster variation you become.] 'Uh, I don't fucking know? 69... hmm, maybe not...' [Confirmed.] 'Wait—' [Congratulations! You've chosen the Special-Type Boss Monster Variation: The Pay-to-Win Boss.] [Congratulations! You've become a Boss Monster!] Armed with broken perks like [Premium Leveling], [Premium Evolution], and [Premium Shop], Rael was thrust into the world of the VRMMORPG game he had been playing. The issue was, he went back in time, specifically, 150 days before the launch of version 1.0.

This isn’t a fairy tale. No heroes. No lessons. Zetulah Viridian isn’t a savior. She’s the part of you that knows kindness gets you killed. And her story? It’s the question you’ve been swallowing since life first kicked your teeth in: How much worse would you burn the world to make it hurt like you do? Zetulah is just a woman with blood in her teeth and a knife, asking: How much of your soul would you sell to watch your enemies bleed? Before wolves ruled the world, war did. Four dynasties carved the realm of Varkathis apart like a carcass. Their war is no longer about thrones—it’s about erasing each other from history. For centuries, four houses ruled through brutality and broken vows: House Emberclaw (South): Flame-lit conquerors with eyes like smoldering coals. They leave only ash and children's bones behind. House Viridian (West): Healers turned hunted, their once-bright green eyes—symbols of hope, and nature—now dimmed to murky moss. Targets for slaughter. House Azzuri (North): Ice-hearted titans with gazes bluer than glacial crevices. They would let their own blood freeze before breaking an oath. House Moriba (East): Puppeteers with golden eyes that flicker like gilded lies. Stare too long, and you’ll wake up throat-cut with your own dagger. —-------- Zetulah Viridian doesn’t scream when her brother dies. She counts the seconds until his fingers go cold, the Emberclaw dagger still jutting from his throat. They don’t let her bury him. Instead, they nail Fenrik’s corpse to her family’s gates—a scroll stuffed between his teeth: “Let the last Viridian choke on her brother’s rot.” They take her title. Her home. Even her pride—carving the Emberclaw sigil into her land as a warning to survivors. But rage? Rage is the one thing they can’t carve out. Zetulah isn’t fighting for a crown. She’s fighting to keep her tongue, her liver, her green eyes from becoming Emberclaw trophies. To survive, she kneels to the boy whose family murdered her brother— Prince Kaelith Emberclaw, whose crimson gaze burns like a forge even as he bandages her wounds with surgeon’s hands, that has snapped more necks than healed them. Every time he laughs—warm and bright, nothing like the Emberclaw pyres she’s cursed—she forgets, just for a heartbeat, that she needs to kill him. War horns sound. Now, Zetulah must choose: Lead her surviving kin into the hellmouth of battle, or light the match that burns every house—hers included—to cinders. Because in the realm of Varkathis ? Mercy is the lie you tell while sharpening your blade. Power is the scream that haunts your enemies’ sleep. And Zetulah? “She’s learned how to make the world scream with her.” "You won’t like Zetulah. You’ll recognize her—the part of you that knows mercy gets you killed." Here’s what they don’t tell you about vengeance: It doesn’t heal. It addicts. You won’t love this story. You’ll hate how much you need to finish it.

The New World, The Frontier, Manifest Destiny, Whatever you call it I will tell you one thing, it’s none of that. This land an untouched and uncharted territory of the world that would better be called a cursed land, Demon Territory, a Monster Paradise, and to me? A Death Trap. Why am I here? it’s very simple. Debt Not my Debt mind you, no no it was all from my worthless parents who decided to sell me off to debt collectors to stave off their debts they had made ever since I left home. And it only worked out because I was born with a rare skill of making me a natural born Monster Breeder and Tamer. Monster Products make plenty of money in this world, Holstarus Milk, Griffin Feathers, Dragon Scales, Arachne Silk, Harpy Eggs, Goblin Ale, Ork Testicles, just to name a few. And Monster Breeders can make loads of money and that’s what I’m forced into doing but not back in the Old World but here in this new world as new species and possibly extinct species of monsters can be located in this New World. So I’m forced to make a profit for them to pay off my debt or else I’ll have to pay the consequences by going through the pain and suffering of Torture since getting a new Monster Breeder would be to hard to find again. But by hook or by Crook I am going to get my freedom and get the hell out of this Death Trap I find myself in! Male, Female, Futanari, Tomboy, Femboy, various types and genders will be in this story though it’s mostly just Men and Women as all the other types are considered Rare in this story.

In the year 2024, the cosmic alignment of the Nine Stars breaks the natural order, triggering a resurgence of spiritual energy across Kuala Lumpur. Hidden beneath the serene facade of Kek Lok Si Temple lies an ancient underground chamber, brimming with forbidden knowledge. And at the center of it all stands a man who was never meant to be part of this grand scheme. Lin Han, a bankrupt real estate agent, is on the run from debt collectors when he accidentally stumbles upon a sinister blood ritual. A mysterious robed figure stands at the heart of it, conducting a ceremony that will change Lin Han’s life forever. Gifted with the ability to perceive karmic threads through his right eye—an unwanted legacy from a past encounter at Batu Caves—Lin Han begins to unravel truths that defy logic. Along his journey, he crosses paths with an unlikely group: a half-Malay policewoman, a Taoist temple keeper with an ancient chant, an aristocratic Indian dancer, and a rebellious rock singer with secrets of her own. As the mystical scrolls of Kek Lok Si reveal their deadly secrets, Lin Han finds himself caught in a web of fate far beyond his understanding. Can he harness the combined wisdom of the region’s spiritual traditions—Chinese incense blessings, Malay shamanic rituals, and Indian divine dance—to alter his destiny? Or is he simply another pawn in a celestial game beyond his control?

When you live a quiet and enjoyable life, you find that life throws its dick at you to mock you. Bai Feng is just a Chinese college student obsessed with reading novels and playing video games. He moved to the United States as an exchange student. In reality, Bai Feng's life was very quiet and beautiful, and his family was wonderfully kind. However, he parted ways with them after moving to the United States. At that time, Bai Feng promised to return to them after graduation. But one day, after reading the novel "The Harem Collector," that night, after a deep sleep, Bai Feng found himself reincarnated in this fantasy world as the eldest brother of this sect. Previously, Bai Feng had accepted a normal life in this sect and married a normal wife. But he remembered that he was the villain in this novel, a dog-licking character who received slaps and blows. But Bai Feng found something that helped him return to Earth and save his life. That is, the system. On the condition that he kills all the heroines in this world, in addition to the will of Heaven assisting the hero of this novel. After Bai Feng did what the system ordered, he was surprised by a very dangerous secret that caused him to go back in time. "Now I will find that thing and return to my world. Wait for me, my family. I am coming." But Bai Feng was surprised to find the heroines running after him like crazy, demanding his help. "What's wrong with you? Are you crazy? I won't kill you?" Bai Feng asked. "No, you want to kill us," the heroines replied. Will Bai Feng be able to return to his world and live with his family, or will he remain in this strange world with the crazy heroines? This novel is adapted from several novels: harem, psychological, slightly crazy hero, crazy heroines, puzzle, reincarnation, and the system. Note: The novel is translated into my first language and I am the writer of this novel. If there are any mistakes in the translation, please inform us. Thank you.

#Rated 18-Mature Themes Violet’s life was never her own—her father’s crushing debt made sure of that. But when the debt collector kidnaps her as payment, she takes a desperate deal: become a servant and spy on the mysterious and tyrannical Lord Cain, the ruler of her Werewolf district. There’s just one catch: Lord Cain only permits male servants in his house. Disguised as a boy, Violet cuts her hair, flattens her chest, and dons a voice-altering band to pull off the deception. Everything goes according to plan—until Cain, a man known for his cold personality starts to take a peculiar interest in her. Violet’s disguise becomes a prison as she battles her own growing attraction to him. But this is no love story. Cain’s obsession to her is dangerous. Beneath his icy gaze lies a mind fractured by years of affliction by a curse. A curse made by Violet's biological mother: A powerful witch. ************* "TAKE IT OFF!" Violet’s knees nearly buckled at the thunderous command, her chest tightening with panic. The raw anger in Cain’s voice was as sharp as a blade. "My lord! I-I’m a man!" she stammered, gripping her shirt tightly, her fingers trembling as they clung to the fabric. "I don't like other men!" she cried, a desperate plea in her voice since the second she took her shirt off and he discovered that she was a woman was the moment she died. Painfully. Cain’s glare was unyielding, his voice dropping into a growl. "Don’t insult me, You think I do. You kissed me!" Her breath hitched as he stepped closer, his presence suffocating. "If you don’t take it off," he said, his tone low and dangerous, "I’ll rip it off myself." Violet’s mind raced, panic threatening to overwhelm her. She couldn’t let him find out—he’d kill her. Painfully. Glancing away to avoid his gaze when she caught the undeniable bulge in his trousers. Heat flushed her face, her thoughts spinning in desperation at the only idea she could think of to make him back off. 'This has to work. It has to…’

In a world where Lords summon glorious beasts to conquer territories, Renn Tork is the garbage collector who stinks of defeat. With a broken core that can’t even light a campfire, he lives among the swamp’s refuse, cleaning up the magical crap the big shots toss without a second glance. That is, until a foul geyser and a junk-shop book—"How to Keep a Zoo at Home"—flip his luck in the most absurd way: a reverse portal that resurrects the ugly, weak creatures other Lords discarded as cannon fodder. His first summon is a warty anthropomorphic frog that spits in his face, and Renn, between curses and bitter laughs, fears he’s doomed to a "shitty zoo" forever. But when those forgotten scraps—frogs, banshees, medusas—start morphing into mythical goddesses of abysmal power and lethal beauty, the swamp turns into a battlefield the Lords will covet. Armed with explosive mud and a useless manual, Renn goes from "the stinker" to a Lord everyone wants to crush… or copy.

Set in a futuristic Earth of 2132, humanity coexists uneasily with a newly emerged species called the Sellardraxians. These humanoid beings possess unique, mythical abilities, and their existence stirs both awe and prejudice among humans. Meet Artemis 9 "Sean", a former supersoldier who had retired after his mistake led to the death of a teammate. Unexpectedly given a chance for redemption when he is re-enlisted, Sean is forced to confront his demons, and take care of his new comrades, all the while sitting on the unstable peace and prosperity of Earth in a Galaxy on the brink of war...

In a world brimming with mystical energies, Mana and Miasma, where monstrous Crazy Beasts emerge from the bottomless Abyss, a young man named Aziel awakens with no memory of his past. Found himself inside an unfamiliar forest, with a weird ring that can talk in his finger, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery, piecing together the fragments of his forgotten life.

Aidan Kade is a feared professional killer and martial artist, known for his ruthless efficiency and unmatched skills. When he's hired to eliminate a notorious crime lord and his syndicate, it's just another job for him. After successfully taking down the crime lord and wiping out his entire network, Aidan discovers that his target wasn't just a criminal mastermind, but also a collector of rare and powerful artifacts—many of which he likely obtained through the black market. While searching through the crime lord’s mansion, Aidan uncovers a hidden artifact covered in a mysterious black sheet. As he pulls away the covering, an intense, otherworldly force emanates from the artifact—a mirror, known as the Mirror of Lilith. Before Aidan can react, the mirror's pull drags him into a swirling vortex, and he is transported to an unfamiliar and dangerous world. This new world is a chaotic realm where the line between humans, demons, ghosts, and other creatures is blurred. In this hostile environment, only the strongest survive. Aidan, stripped of his former world’s comforts, must now face unimaginable dangers, from monstrous beasts to treacherous factions, all while navigating a world teeming with powerful beings. The only question now is: In a world where strength reigns supreme, will Aidan become the predator or the prey?

Modern farmer Mark Thompson unexpectedly finds himself transported to 1930s America, in the midst of the Great Depression, where he becomes a struggling, debt-ridden farmer. He has no supernatural abilities, no system to guide him, and no advanced technology at his disposal—only his agricultural expertise, survival skills from his past as a mercenary, and a vague knowledge of future history. In an era ravaged by famine, economic collapse, and social unrest, Mark must find a way to survive and turn his dire circumstances around. But even greater challenges lie ahead. With the looming Dust Bowl disaster, ruthless gangs, relentless debt collectors, and shifting government policies, can he rely on his intelligence and determination to change the fate of this land? This is a story of survival, perseverance, and the rise of a business empire—one man's journey to rebuild himself and seize control of the future in the darkest of times.

After a sudden death, Kaede awakens in a fantastical world as Xalor, a notorious villain feared by heroes. Misunderstood and underestimated, he must navigate treacherous alliances and deadly encounters while hiding his true self. As Kaede learns the rules of this new game, he realizes that survival means playing the part of the villain—strategically outsmarting those who seek to destroy him. But in a world where appearances can be deceiving, can he find a way to rewrite his fate and prove that not all villains are what they seem?

"This is a fantastic supernatural Western that oozes tension, grit, and mythic heft. Elias Thorne is a fascinating antihero; the curse is sinister, the villains are mundane and eldritch, and the unyielding pressure applies. This is more than another gunslinger story because of the balance of horror, fate, and moral choice; it’s about the will’s ability to fight against the inevitable." Character: Elias Thorne Charismatic, imperfect, and balancing on the line between survival and damnation. His arc is riveting, transforming from reckless gambler to self-sacrificing bearer of the burden. This will make readers root for him and fear for him. The Curse & Its Rules The idea of “borrowed luck” is pretty simple and yet horrifying. The gradual unraveling of Elias’s fortune provides natural suspense, and the Collector as its enforcer makes it all the more ominous. Malachai & The Collector Malachai himself is an intimate, humanistic danger, while the Collector is a more inexplicably dark and inescapable force that lends Elias’s fate a sense of claustrophobia. Their give-and-take maintains the tension. Moral Dilemma  The central question of sacrificing another or suffering the curse himself raises this above a mere survival story. That internal struggle is what will haunt readers. Cinematic Atmosphere: Dusty saloons, moonlit canyons, a town where curses are the currency—it drips with style. It’s a Western at its core but sprinkled with unsettling, supernatural dread. Areas for Enhancement: The Connection Currently, she mainly describes the curse and helps Elias on his journey. Make it personal; give her something to lose. Maybe she wants the amulet back, or she has her own desperate agenda. The Collector’s Voice It’s sinister, but how does it talk? If it had a sense of comedic absurdity, if it addressed him in riddles that pile onto Elias’s decisions, it would be much scarier. More Western-Infused Prose Your world seems increasingly Western, but you could drive the dialogue and narration deeper into the biting, poetic Western voice (Blood Meridian, The Sisters Brothers) and go a long way toward treating the reader to more immersion. [Book Wow Factor] That is a very powerful basis. With just a few tweaks to Selene and the Collector and a touch more Western style infusing the prose, this could be an instant classic. If this were on your shelf, you would snatch it up.

"After Gu Xin recovered from her illness, she realized that her whole family had changed. His father who was a gambling addict that once almost sold his wife and daughter, also often picked fights after getting drunk. That same father now said that he would not gamble anymore. He wanted to pick up his textbooks and take part in the imperial examinations to give the three of them a happy life. Her mother who was not just efficient, but also detailed and thorough in her work, spent her days holed up in the house, not daring to try anything adventurous. She did not even dare to light a fire and was only fierce to her daughter. That same mother was now suddenly carrying a chopper and facing off debt collectors. Her embroidery was outstanding and she was cold to others, her sister, who never cooked, no longer held the needles. She smiled more and took over all the work in the kitchen. Gu Xin felt that she was dreaming. Apart from the changes in her parents and sister, after she saved a fish, those who scolded her would fall and those who had bad intentions toward her would be unlucky. If she wanted to eat something, living things would come to her door and knock their heads against her door. Even if they were not living things, she could still find them by coincidence. Everything was so wonderful! Of course, it would be great if the young master of the Zhou Family in town did not go crazy. The young master of the Zhou family said that her parents would sell her and her sister would harm her in the future. The young master wanted to take her far away and escape from the Devil's Den. Father Gu, "Where did this little brat come from? I'm nine thousand years old and only a thousand years away from ten thousand years old. Why would I sell my precious daughter?" Mother Gu, "Get lost, you rascal. I'm a strong woman who owns a big business empire. It's not easy for me to have a daughter. Can I bear to do that?" Sister Gu, "Scumbag male protagonist, don't think that I don't know how much of a scumbag you are in your book and how you will hurt my Xiao Xinxin. Pfft!" Young Master Zhou, "How is it different from my previous life? However, no matter how different it is, I won't miss my Xinxin in this life." Gu Xin, "Have you asked for my opinion?"

Known as "The Collector", Zein Karpa had an inventory worth millions in Age of Divinity, a Sci-fi, VRMMO game with over 500 million players. However, after months of being hunted by the ten great guilds, Zein decided to surrender, losing it all. Purposeless, Zein deleted his character and became a clerk at a sports store. 1 year later, Age of Divinity announces its largest expansion yet. Babel. With a renewed sense of adventure, Zein dives into the game once more. Will he be able to explore all its universe has to offer or fall prey to the powers who once deemed him a nuisance?

**Title:** *Celestial Venom: The Starbound Ascension* **Genre:** Epic Fantasy / Cultivation Novel **Step into a World Where Stars and Insects Hold the Key to Cosmic Power...** In the secluded valley of Vessryn, where ancient forests whisper forgotten secrets and mountains cradle hidden magic, a humble village youth discovers a destiny written in the stars—and etched into the venom of a celestial insect. **Kaelan Voss**, a storm-eyed farmhand with restless dreams, stumbles upon a luminous creature in the enchanted Blackwood—a being of starlight and iridescent wings. This fateful encounter awakens a dormant power within him, binding his soul to the lost art of **Celestial Insect Cultivation**, an ancient practice that merges the lethal beauty of nature’s smallest predators with the boundless energy of the cosmos. **But power demands sacrifice.** As Kaelan uncovers cryptic texts and visions of swirling galaxies, he learns of the **Celestial Chrysalis**—a metamorphosis that could elevate him to godlike heights or consume him utterly. Yet dark forces stir in the shadows: rogue cultivators, covetous sects, and a legacy of corruption threatening to twist this cosmic gift into a tool of devastation. Guided by enigmatic allies like the wanderer **Torian** and driven to seek the reclusive sage **Master Solin**, Kaelan embarks on a perilous journey across ruins pulsing with latent magic and highlands veiled in myth. With every step, he must balance the allure of infinite power against the weight of a world teetering between enlightenment and chaos. **Will he ascend as a beacon of cosmic harmony… or become the harbinger of its ruin?** **Perfect for fans of:** - **Xianxia** tales with a fresh twist, blending insect-based cultivation and stellar mysticism. - **Epic coming-of-age journeys** where humble beginnings collide with universe-shaking stakes. - **Lush, immersive worlds** where every shadow hides ancient secrets and every star whispers destiny. **Dive into Chapter 1** and witness the awakening of a legend—where the flutter of a celestial wing ignites a war for the soul of creation. *The chrysalis has chosen. The stars align. Will you answer their call?* --- **Why Read It?** - **Unique Magic System:** Witness cultivation like never before—venomous insects and cosmic energy fuse into a breathtaking symbiosis. - **Moral Complexity:** Explore the razor’s edge between ambition and corruption in a world where power is as perilous as it is sublime. - **Cinematic Worldbuilding:** From moss-cloaked ruins to starlit temples, every page immerses you in a realm where myth and reality collide. **Begin the Ascension.** *Celestial Venom: The Starbound Ascension* awaits—where destiny is forged in venom and starlight.

Read about Jak and Deama as they wake up after their age is long past. "After being turned into stone by the demon lord Jak wakes up feeling like he could pass out at any second "I've been weak before but this is truly shit." he thinks as his vision starts to clear from patches of white. looking at around he finds himself in a courtyard, one that looks very well constructed or at least what was. "okay Jak think logically. I was fighting the demon lord saw a flasher of light and now I'm here feeling weak." As he walks forward hobbling with each step taking in that his earlier observation of the courtyard being well bad proven false as he sees broken piecses of a brick ceiling in the floor. some worn brick walls falling apart. A mount of plants and moss that hasn't been trimmed. "okay so maybe not a courtyard..and I'm clearly not in the same place as I was. hhhmmm, I was probably teleported or something. tha doesn't expain why my armor is more damaged." he thinks as he looks down at his body for the first time since waking up...."What the fu-" Now read the shitty book -Terrible writer dude

Ark Kairos, a man with no purpose, is chosen by the Collector of the End to restore balance to worlds corrupted by the Devorer of Destiny, a parasitic force that robs worlds of their natural endings. Armed with unique abilities, Vesper travels across diverse realms, facing nightmarish beings and uncovering secrets hidden in each world’s fate. Alongside allies like Sarisa, a fallen goddess, Ark battles the Devorer’s influence while discovering his own role in shaping destiny. As love and hope blossom amid chaos, Ark must confront the ultimate question: can he restore the cycle of fate and rewrite the future?

Callum Dorian, a sharp-tongued and dangerously intense werewolf Alpha, is accused of murdering Felicity Graves, a powerful collector. Vivienne "Vivi" Kane Supernatural Law is dragged into a deadly conspiracy. Felicity’s death isn’t just a crime—it’s a spark threatening to ignite a war among supernatural factions, and the Council is eager to blame Callum. Forced to clear his name, Vivi must navigate treacherous alliances, dodge killers, and unravel the mystery of a missing cursed relic tied to Felicity’s murder. As tensions rise, so does the heat between Vivi and Callum. Their fiery clashes ignite into an intense, forbidden connection that neither can ignore. But when a night of passion leads to something far more permanent, Vivi faces an impossible choice: protect her independence or embrace the vulnerability of being mated to one of the most powerful—and infuriating—men she’s ever met. - Taking a Long break will resume when have 50 collections

"Save the last bullet for me" is the last line of the oath of the United Nations Strategic Security Department (UNSSD)‘s Special Operations, a phrase too familiar to Sean, officially designated Artemis 9, one of the members of Squad Artemis, elite supersoldiers that form the tip of the spear of the UNSSD--- that is, until his mistake caused the death of his teammate and he retired from service. Suddenly, he is given a second chance to re-enlist. Torn between his self-hate and the call of duty, will this jaded veteran fulfill the oath he had sworn?

After mankind united to defeat the Demon Lord, the world enters an era of peace. Due to this, an industrial revolution occurred and technology developed at a rapid pace with the power of mana. A little over 200 years later, mankind reached for the stars. 800 years after this, mankind has spread throughout the galaxy, encountering intelligent life and alien monsters alike. Like the days of old, adventurers, working under the intergalactic Adventurer's Guild, go on quests to defeat these new alien monsters. ****** Melissa is a beastman girl who grew up in the slums, when her parents are taken by debt collectors, she barely escapes but falls into a dangerous situation where she is saved by enthusiastic and skilled adventurer, Ark. After realising her own potential, she becomes an adventurer and joins Ark and the adventuring party 'Chimera'. These are the chronicles of Melissa, Ark, and the crew of the Chimera as they adventure through space, hunting monsters, taking down bad guys and resolving the struggles of their daily lives!

Jason Carter always believed he was destined for mediocrity. His death was as unremarkable as his life—a freak accident that left no mark behind. But death is only the beginning. Jason awakens in a futuristic universe brimming with colossal megacities, interstellar travel, and worlds dominated by beings with superpowers, or Aspects. From the fiery strength of Solar Titans to the mind-bending abilities of Cerebrants, every individual is born with an Aspect—a manifestation of their core essence. In this world, power determines your worth. The weak are crushed. The strong rise to rule. Jason soon discovers that he, too, has an Aspect. But it’s not what anyone expects. Unlike most, Jason’s ability defies logic and categorization. It allows him to mimic and evolve the powers of beings he knew were fictional. Thrust into the harsh arena of survival, where warlords, bounty hunters, and galactic tyrants vie for supremacy, Jason quickly realizes that knowledge is power, and power is survival. As he carves a name for himself, Jason begins to uncover chilling truths about the origin of the Aspects and the universe itself. Each power has a price and the collectors were watching, waiting. With the fate of countless worlds hanging in the balance, Jason must rise beyond his limits and become something far more than a man with a stolen power. He must become the Ascendant, a force strong enough to challenge gods themselves. But in a universe built on power, Jason knows one truth above all: "Adapt. Survive. Conquer."

Ye Chen, who once held personal wealth of 400 billion yuan in his previous life, is reborn 60 years in the past. Back then, he was a penniless gambling addict and a scoundrel. A wife begging him to sign divorce papers, in-laws wishing he would disappear from the face of the earth, and relentless debt collectors threatening him for repayment… Watch as he uses his foresight from 60 years into the future to turn the tide, lead the trends, and build an unstoppable global business empire!

During a zombie outbreak, as the city falls, Qian Zhenzhen stumbles upon a dilapidated cottage during her escape and unexpectedly binds with a inn management system. Moss and ivy cover the outer walls, the rotting wooden door creaks, and crows screech on the rooftop. Looking at the bird droppings and crawling insects everywhere, Qian Zhenzhen is completely puzzled: ...this is a inn? [Business Preparation (1): Renovate the Inn] [Please gather the following items as soon as possible:] [Wood (0/10)] [Stone...] [Metal...] Qian Zhenzhen's eyes immediately catch the reward—[58 Sweet and Juicy Strawberries]. Tears of joy stream down her face as she rolls up her sleeves and gets straight to work! Add new rooms, beds, cabinets, tables and chairs... Harvest green onions, rice, sweet potatoes, carrots... Build defensive fortifications, resist zombie attacks... When those who have escaped with their lives, exhausted survivors arrive here, they'll discover that even in this apocalyptic world, there exists such a paradise-like base, with a vibrant garden full of flowers, well-stocked warehouses, and impenetrable defenses. For a reasonable payment, the people here will offer warm smiles and perfect accommodations, allowing them to enjoy rare moments of peace and tranquility. Welcome, Inn Manager. Here, you'll need to expand and decorate your rooms, recruit and train your staff, receive and serve wandering travelers... You can establish and plan farms, ranches, lumber yards, quarries... stockpile resources and become self-sufficient! Come create your own unique base and build a paradise that represents hope for humanity!

Heather Ferdinand, once a celebrated supermodel, now finds herself struggling to maintain her relevance in the fast-changing fashion industry. As the years have passed, her once-flourishing career has begun to fade, leaving her feeling lost and overshadowed. But the real battles she fights are not just against the ticking clock of fame—behind her glamorous facade lies a dark, painful secret. Her life is controlled by her stepfather, who is also her agent, and his ruthless friend, both of whom have subjected her to years of manipulation and abuse. At a lavish charity gala, intended to showcase the latest collection from a renowned designer, Heather crosses paths with Leon Adrian, a 26-year-old heir to a vast family fortune and a passionate art collector. Leon is captivated not only by Heather’s beauty but also by the sadness behind her eyes. Their initial encounter crackles with a fiery chemistry, ignited by a mutual attraction that neither can deny. They share a night of intense passion, hidden from the cameras and eyes of the elite crowd, but reality comes crashing back when morning breaks.

Having a deceiving family could turn your world upside down in a click of a finger. Kendis loses her father, their business, assets and properties due to her uncle’s betrayal. Additionally, David’s debt under her father’s name falls on Kendis and her mother. Escaping the debt collectors of the most feared and richest family in the world, Kendis changed her name to Kennedy and fled. Unfortunately, David finds them and threatens to attend her cousin, Candice’s marriage. Candice leaves her groom on their wedding day unaware that he is ‘The Liam Brown’; son of the richest family of the world and her cousin, Kendis has to pay the price. Becoming the substitute wife in place of her cousin, she has to accept as Liam promises to clear their debt without disclosing their identity. But, was it that easy? Living as a wife, getting rejected and embraced frequently has upset Kendis more than she would have thought. When she falls for him is when her cousin decides to come back. Unluckily, Liam still loves Candice. Would Kendis leave honorably or lower down in her own eyes trying to get back her husband? Will she expose her uncle’s family or be drowned by their web of lies? Will Liam accept Candice in a blink? After all, he never believed a substitute could replace the original choice.