Hazelnut Recipe

Han Qiwu acquired a farm game system similar to Stardew Valley. While farming, fishing, and mining in his own fields, he can obtain high-quality loot. At the same time, he can also craft various ultra-high-quality farming tools, and he enjoys a brand new version loaded with an Oriental Mod! Peach blossoms bloom in March, picked to brew peach blossom wine. Loquats ripen in May, harvested to make loquat cake. Spring doves sing on the roof, white apricot flowers by the village. Learn recipes from Shennong, trade pets with Chiyou. Farming games are indeed fun, but playing can really be a grind! Fortunately, Han Qiwu gradually found the joy in grinding during his exploration...

In a bustling city, two souls who live in different worlds, never meant to meet, cross paths. Tristan Asher, the cold, calculating CEO of Asher Industries faces an ultimatum: get married by the end of the month or step down from his position. On the other hand, Ariel Jones a passionate chef, who runs her own food truck is in serious debt after her brother borrows money from a dangerous loan shark. After a disastrous first encounter, Tristan seeks her out with a deal. A contract marriage to ensure he keeps his position, and for her to be able to pay off her debt. As they deal with the complexities of their relationship feeling begin to develop, and the lines they set are blurred. Will they let their contract turn into something genuine? Or will they let external forces tear them apart? Can they find the perfect recipe for a loving marriage?

"Knowledge is a curse," people often say. But in this world, knowledge is both a curse and a blessing. Humans have discovered how to access a realm beyond their minds—a metaphysical expanse called the "Ocean of Knowledge." Within it lies boundless wisdom: knowledge, insights, information, magical incantations, alchemical recipes, and artifacts waiting to be uncovered. Those who manage to tap into this wondrous realm are called "seekers." Kale has always been an odd one—an orphan taken in by a sect member, a disgrace who couldn’t even access the Ocean of Knowledge. That is, not until his fifteenth birthday. But Kale is no "ordinary" seeker.

Check SUBMIT OR SUCCUMB is my another ongoing work. Front Page is "PRISTINE GYGXZ'KANDER". (Chapter 273→) "The world of Leathemnur is dangerous, yet, there is beauty in the chaos if you learn how to appreciate it". That is what Khallyon Cravemeneer always thought, until he learned how easy he could lose everything he had acquired across most of his life. What can a Mortal do in the face of actual absolute power?. What can anyone do to prevail before Time? Nothing. That is the cruel, raw reality. And as most people, Khallyon was oblivious of events occurring literally before his eyes. This went on, until he accidentally started to uncover the truth. Believing he had acquired a way to protect what matters the most, Memories, which is what makes everyone the person they become. Unbeknown to Khallyon, he was delving deeper into despair, rather than going out of it. NO CHEATS NO PLOT ARMOR NO VANILLA EASY LIFE DON'T GET FOOLED BY THE START OR THE SLOW PROGRESS READ UNTIL CHAPTER 51 A FAIR SHARE OF: ACTION BEAUTIES MYSTERIES A WHOLE LOT OF: SMUT BONDING INDECENCY COMMENT FOR: KINKS DOUBTS SUGGESTIONS Additional Information: I would publish TWO Chapters a Day. English is not my first language, that is why, any mistake I made across the story, feel free to point it out for me to correct it as soon as possible. (This is the old synopsis Read it if you want to know more about the general context) The "Imperishable", Entities Above Everything Else, understood this undeniable truth eons ago, gifting to the Mortals a few tools to overcome the challenges across their lives. With this, amusing their own boring existences, looking with enthusiasm what new story could unfold, or if the same mistakes would be done once again but by a different person. The First Gift, is "Shards", called "Cards" by some, this otorgue instant rewards when you exchange them in an "Imperishable Monolith". The Second Gift, is the mentioned structure, capable of craft almost anything if you have the recipe, blueprint and the required materials and ingredients, a true aberration depending on who you ask. The Third Gift, is the "Perennence", with a 100 you won't Die if you are slain, you simply would "Respawn" in a "Memory Hall", making you partially Immortal, because as long as you have 1 of Perennence, you wouldn't be really dead, and someone else can "Revive" you by providing the missing resource. However, this comes with a drawback, you become a "Servant" of the person or thing that save your life, at least until you repay the Perennence plus an Interest of 50%. The Fourth Gift, is "The Memory Hall", unfortunately, they had an evil twin, "The Howling Wall", which are created in places that had seen too many "Take Downs" in a short span of time; Differently to the prodigal twin, you must have a minimum of 25 Perennence to be Respawned, otherwise, at best, you become an Immaterial entity, similar to a ghost, if not, a mindless beast or a simple Drone for a Hive Mind is not far fetched. Lastly, The Fifth Gift, is divided in three concepts, "Repercussion", "Traits" and "Work", being the last, one of the most unfair of all the Gifts, as you can't change your Work under any circumstances, which applies even for "The Imperishable". But the Gifts don't come for free, as they attract a series of weird creatures from unknown Invasive Territories, sprouting the so called "Graveyards", "Factories", "Hives", "Nests", "Lairs", "Crops" and "Farms" across the entire world of "Leathemnur".

Lies, deception, manipulation,curiosity, and romance, a delicious recipe...for a disaster, at least. How exactly does that unfold? Well, I could tell you, but that wouldn't be interesting, it wouldn't be shocking, would it? Instead, why don't I show you. Join Ophelia as she unravels secrets untold, Some of which were never meant to be known and might just get her killed, Then again, what's black without white. What's good without bad, and what's life without death. So dear reader, Dive in.

Lyle Beydo is the son of two of the strongest mages in the kingdom. They were part of the current king's squad. He's also the nephew of the richest summoner mage to ever exist. He's known for his legend that took place overseas. And he often talks about this strange guy called Demiurge? Because of that, you'd expect him to pursue greatness, Right? Instead, he pursues a life of mundanity so he can perfect his families... soup recipe? Because of that, the gods and arch demons of the world contract with him, hoping to make the strongest mage in existence. And no one says no to them.

Rin Park just wanted to cook in peace—not wake up in a fantasy world with a talking bear, a broken-down food stall, and a System that insists she’s an “SSS-Grade Chef.” Now she’s serving duck fat fries and fried chicken to adventurers, dungeon bosses, and monsters—and her food doesn’t just taste good, it gives buffs, heals wounds, and maybe… changes fate. She’s not looking for love—she’s too busy rebuilding her stall and unlocking legendary recipes. But that hasn’t stopped powerful knights, beastmen, and even demon lords from lining up... for more than just seconds. All Rin wanted to do was cook. She has no idea she's feeding an apocalypse!

【Your descendants in the Immortal Cultivation World have offered a plate of snacks】 【Incense Fire Value +10】 【Would you like to reward your descendants?】 Yang Genshuo was surprised to discover that offerings in the Immortal Cultivation Family game could actually appear in the modern world, and that modern items could also be bestowed upon descendants in the game. Years later, peculiar rumors about the Yang Family spread throughout the Immortal Cultivation World. "To break through from the Fetal Breathing Stage to the Qi Refinement Realm, one needs to refine a strand of heavenly and earth's spiritual energy. I've heard of Red Flame True Qi, Xuan Water True Qi, and Green Wood Spirit Energy, but Yang Dao-friend, this... Liquefied Natural Gas, what kind of spiritual energy is it? How is it condensed?" "I've heard that the Yang Family's Spiritual Plant Technique is incredibly sophisticated, with each mu of Spirit Rice yielding twice as much as top-tier Spirit Plant Families, all thanks to a strange secret technique the family disciples cultivate called 'hybridization'." "The Yang Family’s art of elixirs is unrivaled in the world, with new elixirs constantly being created. It is rumored that a spirit of the elixir named 'Artificial Intelligence' tirelessly deduces elixir recipes day and night..." "Nowadays, the Thunder Cultivators of the Yang Family are exceptionally strong, all thanks to the Yang Family's effort in creating a top-tier Thunder Gathering Array. Thunder Cultivators who enter this array can increase their cultivation speed multiple times. It is said that the array eye is known as—the power station." As the Yang Immortal Cultivation Family grew stronger, Yang Genshuo actually became the only Immortal in the modern world by consuming offerings! Years later, facing an endless stream of people ascending the mountain to seek the Dao, Yang Genshuo calmly said, "There are no immortals in this world; you must believe in science!" Then he soared away on his flying sword.

'A Culinary Adventure in the Game World!!' Kai never asked for this. One minute, he’s stuck in a dead-end life, barely scraping by. Next, he’s reincarnated into a game world, trapped in the body of the Darklord. But there's a twist—he doesn’t just inherit the Darklord’s power. No, Kai is cursed with something far worse: a Culinary System that can turn food into magic, potions, and weaponry. In a world where culinary prowess is power, Kai has to master his cooking skills to survive. Can he turn scraps into a full course of victories, or will he fall victim to the game's deadly rules? As he navigates treacherous quests, forms unlikely alliances, and battles powerful foes, Kai learns that his new identity as the Darklord isn't just about power—it's about survival. But he's not the only one after the game’s ultimate secrets. A mysterious Crimson Guild, bent on using Kai’s Culinary System to take control of the world, is hot on his heels. To escape this game, Kai will need to unlock the true potential of his cooking, master ancient recipes, and discover how to break free from the game... but can he do all that before the Guild catches up with him? A world of dangerous quests, supernatural enemies, and magic-infused meals await! The Culinary System. The Darklord’s power. And a feast of deadly secrets. The game has just begun.

Chadwick A. Sehole is the hottest commodity at Brightwater Academy. Every girl—from muscle-bound Seraphina to pop idol Kandi and Instagram queen Mila—is desperate to win his heart. But there’s one small hitch: Chad is hopelessly in love with Alixia—his AI anime waifu and queen of his dreams, who just so happens to be a sentient pillow. When Seraphina, Mila, and Kandi hatch a plan to kidnap Alixia in a bid to steal Chad’s affection, they trigger a whirlwind of absurdity: a sassy, combat-ready pillow; a naked chase through the streets; and a logic-defying demonic showdown. Add in Aiden Finn—Chad’s Cheeto-dusted, cat-food-munching best friend—and you’ve got a recipe for disaster... or comedy gold. Can the girls win over Chad, or will Alixia’s plushy powers keep his heart forever loyal? Expect: – A demonic talking pillow with attitude – A feral dog humping everything in sight – A fanfic-obsessed nerd girl flaming haters while clinging to her own husbando pillow And just to spice things up, Chad’s Cheeto-dusted bestie Aiden Finn and a randy farm girl named Autumn are always nearby to stir the pot. Every page is a cringe-fest of awkward, unfiltered laughs—packed with lewd jokes, absurd scenarios, and anime-inspired insanity. A book that’ll have you thinking non-stop, “WTF am I reading?!” Warning: Packed with mature, suggestive humor and gloriously wrong antics. Grab this unhinged, plushy-powered saga now and grip the raunchiest love story ever printed!

“Marry me. One year. No love, no strings. You get Oxford. I get my freedom.” Emily Chen never expected her ticket to Oxford would come wrapped in a fake wedding ring. Cold, distant legal heir Ryan Lee offers a paper marriage and full tuition as bride price. With her father's bicycle shop in debt and her dreams slipping away, saying no isn’t an option. But the man she marries… isn’t the most dangerous Lee brother. Enter Lucas Lee. CEO. Ruthless. Brilliant. And the man who sees through every lie—including his brother’s so-called marriage. To Lucas, Emily is nothing more than a clever pawn in Ryan’s rebellion. To Emily, Lucas is a walking red flag in a tailored suit—until the lines between interrogation and obsession begin to blur. Behind the contract lies a web of secrets, broken pasts, and slow-burning attraction. She was supposed to be invisible. But Lucas is watching. And this game of “fake love” is starting to feel all too real.

Jake, a once cheerful class clown hiding deep emotional scars, finds himself homeless after years of failure and rejection—banished by his family, haunted by a past love, and unsure of his worth. Sleeping at bus stops and eating cheap meals, Jake’s path crosses with Alex, a silent, muscular gym owner carrying wounds of his own. Alex offers Jake more than just a roof—he gives him purpose. As they clean up the dusty gym and begin rebuilding their lives, the unlikely friendship blossoms into something powerful. Jake uses humor and heart to promote the gym, while Alex becomes the mentor Jake never had. Together, they begin healing from their pasts—until a passionate baker named Alya enters their world with dreams of sweetness and success. In a quiet corner of the city, through barbells, buttercream, and broken hearts, three people discover that sometimes, the recipe for healing starts with a little laughter, a few reps… and a whole lot of cake.

Gu Nian woke up to find herself a baby born to a poor family. Her mother was killed, her brother missing and she was homeless. Thankfully, there were many good people in the world. Still, everyone in the village told the Lin family was stupid—they could not even afford to make a living for themselves, but they had to adopt a baby from another family. They did not know that the baby had a pocket dimension and was blessed with good luck, and the Lin family soon rocketed to riches. Later, restaurants would fight over Gu Nian's recipes, and the silkworms she reared would spit silk of all collars, while her crops would weigh tons. All at once, she becomes famous. Everyone says that Gu Nian would never marry nobility no matter how much she earned! Her brother and father then returned to her, and she became the daughter of a duke! Noble son: Watch your tongue. I'm the one who doesn't deserve my wife!

Li Wei, a delicate but fiercely intelligent young woman, loses everything when her family is unjustly expelled from the imperial palace. Determined to survive, she opens a street stall selling medicinal foods and herbs. Her business faces constant obstacles, yet help secretly comes from the enigmatic general Yan Chen, a powerful figure who hides his face behind a mysterious mask. Unbeknownst to Li Wei, their paths crossed long ago during childhood, binding them by a shared, forgotten memory. As Li Wei and Yan Chen navigate dangers, schemes, and palace conspiracies, they gradually discover feelings that run deeper than friendship. But Yan Chen is also driven by revenge against those who betrayed his family and caused his father's death. Amid the turmoil of secrets and betrayals, Li Wei’s wit and Yan Chen’s strength merge, proving that love and courage can overcome even the darkest past. A romantic comedy woven with drama, mystery, and tragedy, set in ancient China—a tale of hidden identities, culinary delights, and a heartwarming love born from fate.

Transmigrated into a cultivation novel, Yang Shen finds himself in a world where beings fly on swords, heaven defying geniuses who can cleave down mountains, and mythical creatures that can bend the fabric of reality! However, Yang Shen was but an extra in the class which got isekai'd. Fortunately, he had read the novel! Firstly, he would gain the favour of the bullied girl who'll become the Divine Phoenix in the future, able to bring down kingdoms with her appearance alone! Secondly, he would plagiarise the recipe created by the protagonist so he can cure his Sect Master of her illness and capture her interest! Thirdly, he would free the future Abyss Demoness from slavery and gain a powerful ally! Fourthly, he would pick up a homeless girl off the street who'll later become the Alchemy Goddess, yet would call him Master! "As an extra, it's only natural that I reap all the benefits and claim the beauties that the protagonist rejected, heheh..."

"Twelve-year-old Kael, despite a life of poverty, died with a kind heart that touched even the heavens. This earned him a second chance in a new world, where God granted his simple wish: a magical guidebook. This wasn't just any guidebook; it unlocked increasingly powerful survival techniques based on a unique system of "Good Deed Points." Each act of kindness Kael performed-from sharing food to healing the sick-earned him points, allowing him to level up his skills and unlock more advanced techniques. He progressed from basic foraging to sophisticated magic, all fueled by his compassionate actions. Kael's journey wasn't about power, but about spreading kindness. He shared his knowledge and inspired others to perform good deeds, creating a ripple effect of compassion that transformed his new world. His magical guidebook became a symbol of hope, a testament to the power of a kind heart."

In the vibrant world of Gastrion, where culinary mastery holds power rivaling magic and war, Kai Elgren is a struggling cooking out a living in the poorest quarter of Braisenhold. When a mysterious System awakens within him—granting the ability to level up through cooking, learn powerful skills, and unlock legendary recipes—Kai sees a chance to escape obscurity and claim his place among the culinary elite. But rising through the ranks won’t be easy. Kai must face ruthless rivals, dangerous ingredient quests, political intrigue within powerful chef guilds, and divine cooking trials that can shape reality itself. Along the way, he’ll build his own restaurant and guild, uncover forbidden culinary secrets, and ultimately aim to become the first Culinary Sovereign—master of the art that shapes the fate of nations. “Chef’s Ascension: The Culinary System” is a sprawling tale of passion, skill, and the relentless pursuit of greatness, where every dish could be a weapon, a miracle, or a legend.

“You have been chosen!” Those four words changed my whole world. No, the entire world. With those words, I felt a pain I never felt before blacking out. Next thing I know I am one of 1,000 fortunate (or unfortunate) people to receive something known as “Wings”. These “Wings” grant the person various powers. People with newfound power? Recipe for disaster. Oh? And who am I? No need to know. Just know that I’m not the hero of this story. Quite the opposite. I’m here to end this cruel world. WARNINGS This story is pretty fucked up MC is cold and ruthless, not some heroic justice being Not for the weak-hearted Expect situations worse than death Situations depicting children are gruesome and extremely messed up Obviously it has mature language No romance for MC (sorry)

Engineer Lin Tianyu transmigrated to the Great Liang Dynasty and was reduced to a corvée laborer building the deadly dam. Using a bamboo pole to calculate the risk of dam failure, he leveraged geometry to set the gears of fate in motion. From improving looms and coking ovens to casting flintlock muskets, he transformed equations into power—crushing the monopoly of the powerful, taking charge of the royal workshop, and even using the salt production method as bait to lure and kill the Empress Dowager's partisans in the court. When the Di Rong iron cavalry breached the border, he drove a torrent of steel north to defend the emperor: water-powered forging hammers cast cannons that tore through cavalry, and standardized parts were assembled into mobile fortresses on the front lines. After being granted land and enfeoffment, the roar of the steam engine echoed through the new capital, and railways stretched like blood vessels towards enemy countries. The old nobles regarded him as the "Iron-Casting Sorcerer," but impoverished scholars followed him to establish schools of natural philosophy, engraving gunpowder recipes into the textbooks of schoolchildren. And the emperor on the dragon throne, who bestowed the marriage, never imagined that the gunner's quadrant personally calibrated by the orphaned girl Su Yingxue would ultimately measure the weight of the Nine Tripod Cauldrons. This industrial revolution, using carbon as its pen and the metallurgical furnace as its inkstone, is forging Great Liang into a giant cauldron spewing steam—and the one who controls the furnace will eventually hear the echo of steel striking the yellow bell.

When Lu Xuan woke up, he found himself to be an Ordinary Spirit Plant Master in the Loose Repair Market, scraping by on his three-quarters of an acre Spirit Field in the Cultivation World. Luckily, he made an accidental discovery that whenever a Spirit Plant matures, he would receive an extra reward. For each Sword Grass he harvested, he would receive a Sword Pill. For each Xuan Chong Vine he harvested, he would receive a portion of Hidden Star Sand. For each Underworld Spring Flower he harvested, he would receive an Underworld Flame Elixir Recipe. ... From then on, he decided to live a peaceful life, staying put and observing the tumultuous changes of the Cultivation World from his Spirit Field. "What does a Fight Law contest, Secret Land exploration, seeking fairy fortunes, obtaining Magic Treasures... have anything to do with me?!” "I just want to peacefully farm my land."

Yeats was just your average max-level cooking nerd—until he woke up as the heir to a crumbling borderland noble house. With legendary culinary skills and a recipe list longer than a dragon’s tail, he’s ready to conquer dungeons, slay ancient beasts, and sauté them with garlic butter. A tale of a chef, a swordsman, a poet, and maybe even a king. Fantasy’s never tasted this good.

Betrayed by his own body, abandoned by time—he died at the peak of success. Su Yun was a world-renowned chef, a culinary genius who owned worlds most successful food chains. unfortunately he died of cancer at the age of 28. God took pity on him and gave him a second chance. He transmigrated as a Ger from a noble family. But fate isn’t always so merciful. Just the next day, he was sold cheaply to human traffickers. About to be sold to a brothel. Until he appears. Ren Shang, rough man with a huge scar on his lip. He looked like he kills people on daily basis. He buys Su Yun without much words spoken, taking him home on his horse cart. Su Yun braces for the worst… but what he finds is something entirely unexpected. Behind the calloused hands and rough voice is a man shaped by war, not cruelty—a man more lonely than violent, more sarcastic than brutal. ___ This gave Su Yun a hope, a hope for a better future. With a dream in his heart—this was Su Yun’s second chance. Determined not to be defeated by this new world, Su Yun takes his passion for food and business, then starts from scratch. With Ren Shang at his side, they build a small food stall, then a name, then a life. Together they face scheming nobles, jealous merchants, and who knows what not! But they never leave each others side. But step by step, recipe by recipe, Su Yun rebuilds more than just a business—he rebuilds a home. What started as survival becomes ambition. What began in chains ends in love. __ "Marrying you was best decision in my life" Said Su Yun as he lookes up to Ren Shang. Ren Shang gave a slight smile."Same here. Buying and marrying you was best decision in my life." Su Yun glared at him playfully, "So you want to me to pay you back. huh!?" "Yes of course" Said Ren Shang before kidnapping his wife to his bed. Su Yun's tofu was stollen again and again, that night (or every night?) --- If you like Reluctantly married mians wife novel, you would love this one too. fast updates usually. unless I am out of mobile data.

"Kinky, Luke." "Necessary, babe." "Why?" Kissing her on the lips I run my hand down her body and give her a saucy wink and a smirk. "Because I want you to writhe in pleasure. I want you to call my name and no one else's, never again to fuck anyone but me. I want you to think of me every time you get wet, to have myself imprinted in the depths of your mind until you can't live without me, and I want you out of your mind as I fuck you back to reality. I want you, Iris Morris." ******* Drama and attachments. These were the two things Iris Morris never wanted to occur in her life. However, when Lucas Andrews pops up and ruins her interview, both of them unfold in all the wrong ways—like him suddenly filling her small circle of influence. . and her mind! For Lucas Andrews, getting the Adder magazine to be number one on the bestsellers chart is his top priority, even if it costs him his social and romantic life. So when Iris comes as both the perfect magazine editor and the remedy he needs to ward off the girls who keep bugging him, he takes the chance and never lets her go. But what starts as a way to avoid getting stalked soon turns to lust, and every minute they spend together soon becomes agony because the two begin growing the last thing they thought they would for each other—feelings. Add a dating deal to the mix and you have the perfect recipe for trouble. Will the two be able to hold on to themselves and their values, or will their lust win and lead them astray on a path they never imagined they would ever take? Flip the pages and find out how it will all end.

link to this book (this is just a sample) https://m.webnovel.com/book/once-upon-a-time-(story-of-the-betrothed-and-farah)_18253875706051105 Of the same blood, Pure and royal, The kind who doth, Looketh not, but seeth through, Bound together, Made to be one, Oh what havoc, When the first snow comes! *+*+*+* An uninterpreted prophecy, A missing prince, A lost princess, A cursed kingdom And forbidden love... The perfect recipe for havoc. Farah happens to be the only one that can break the curse of the princess of Näruniä's Betrothed kingdom. Something happened in the past causing the prince of Tä-rinia to go missing the day after he was Betrothed to Nä-ræl - the princess of Näruniä, some days after his own sister was missing. Eighteen years later, the prophecy is interpreted. What would happen if the lost prince and princess is found? What would happen to the love between Nä-ræl and Rapha? What would happen to the cursed kingdom? And more importantly, what would happen to Näruniä? Only Farah knows, because she is the chosen one of the gods in the land of mortals.

Fire. Water. Wind. Earth. An Elementalist is a controller of one of the four elements. School of Elementalist in Jayshran, US is the top school in the world for budding Elementalists. Daphne, a Fire Elementalist from the Phoenix family, is attending School of Elite in the coming year. What challenges will be thrown her way? Can she overcome them? Will she make new friends that she can trust or will they backstab her? (Note: This story is loosely based on an array of stories and movies I've watched in my life. The characters, setting, and plot of my story are original. If it is a few parts of my story are the same or similar to some other story or movie that exists, it is a coincidence. Also, any content in here about things such as fighting techniques, cooking recipes, dance moves, etc. are not according to the real thing. Do not take those things seriously.)

"Bomi's Diary: A Trainwreck of Fandom and Awkwardness Buckle up for the most face-palm-inducing, cringe-worthy, and hilarious diary entries EVER! Bomi, a BTS super fan, is about to spill all the tea on her most epic fails, from clumsy encounters with her idols to downright mortifying moments... What happens when a fan girl's dreams come true, but everything that can go wrong DOES?! Dive into Bomi's diary and find out... but don't say we didn't warn you... "

A late-night bakery. A moody baker. And cookies that taste like feelings. Tucked into a quiet corner of old Tokyo, there’s a bakery that only comes alive after dark. Its name is Moonlight Crumbs, and every night at exactly 9:00 PM, a warm, golden scent curls through the air, pulling in lost souls and night wanderers. At the heart of it all is Elias Greywood, a quiet man who bakes to forget. Each cookie he makes unknowingly carries a trace of his emotions — his joy, his sorrow, his longing for a home that no longer feels like home. Customers swear his cookies taste like memories they forgot they had. Elias just thinks he’s bad at following recipes. What Elias doesn’t know is that his family’s old house — the machiya he still calls home — has a secret. Something ancient sleeps beneath its floors, something that remembers his parents, remembers every tear and every laugh poured into their baking.

Kai’s life was small—coffee-stained mornings, cracked recipes, and a system in his head that tweaked toasters and dough like it was nothing. Then the sky shattered. Aliens—Skraiths, jagged and brutal—invaded, tearing his city apart with green-glowing weapons and relentless claws. Superhumans rose to fight back, fire and lightning blazing through the chaos, but Kai’s world crumbled with them. Hiding in his apartment, Kai stumbles on blood—human and alien, smeared on his wall after a superhuman battle. His system, once just a tinker’s tool, awakens, offering him a choice: mimic their powers, temporary and wild, through the blood itself. Desperate, he takes it—stealing pyrokinesis, then electrokinesis, then kinetic energy, each power burning through him, fading fast. But it’s not enough. Armed with a humming Skraith weapon and a body tougher from alien blood, Kai joins a ragtag crew of enhanced fighters—Liv, Rylan, Jace, and Tucker—scraping to survive in a warzone where every shadow hides death. As Skraiths swarm and the city burns, Kai’s system pushes him deeper, analyzing, integrating, crafting minor enhancements—durability, strength, sparks of power that could make him a target or a savior. Government factions, rogue scientists, and the aliens themselves start sniffing around, drawn to his strange tech and blood-stolen abilities. By the time Kai crafts his first super-powered enhancement—an artificial strength boost—he’s no longer just a tinkerer. He’s on the edge of something bigger, something dangerous, where blood and sparks could forge a hero—or break him entirely. In a world unraveling, Kai’s fight for survival becomes a desperate race to master his system, outrun the Skraiths, and confront the truth: the power he’s chasing might destroy him—or remake the world.

In a world that seems perfectly ordinary, Leon has lived with a secret for as long as he can remember—a Super Analytical System embedded in his mind. With this system, he can copy, modify, and recreate objects and technology simply by analyzing them. But with no real threats in the world, Leon has only ever used it for trivial things—replicating recipes, fixing broken gadgets, or occasionally outsmarting his professors. Until the sky split open. They came without warning. Not just extraterrestrials, but something far worse—hunters. They weren’t here for conquest or diplomacy. They were here for something specific. And the first trace of it appeared right in Leon’s backyard—a single drop of blood, shimmering unnaturally under the moonlight. Driven by curiosity, Leon activated his system and analyzed the blood. The results changed everything: DNA: Unidentified. Biological structure beyond human understanding. Energy Signature Detected. New system activation—“Genesis Protocol” initiated. Threat Level: Critical. Non-human entities have marked this location. Prepare for combat. That night, Leon’s world shattered. He was no longer just a man with a simple analytical ability. He had access to something even the invaders feared. And now, they were coming for him.