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The Promise Never Lands

The Mask Never Slips

The Mask Never Slips In a world where morality is blurred, Shiva navigates the dark underbelly of crime while concealing the unbearable weight of his own existence. Emotionally detached yet deeply wounded, he wears a mask of indifference, suppressing a lifetime of trauma that manifests as relentless physical pain. He is a master manipulator, a deceiver, and a survivor—yet, at his core, he is a man consumed by self-disgust. Despite his hatred for himself, three fragile reasons tether him to life: his love for a girl who barely acknowledges him, his unwavering loyalty to the abusive family that broke him, and the little brother he raised to be everything he could never become. If even one of these reasons crumbles, so will he. As he maneuvers through the chaos of the crime world—both a participant and an outsider—Shiva finds himself drawn into a series of brutal conflicts, each forcing him to confront the contradictions within him. He claims to have no desire to kill, yet death follows in his shadow. He yearns to be understood, yet has perfected the art of deception. He wants to feel something—anything—but every emotion is buried beneath years of carefully constructed lies. When the past he’s tried so hard to bury resurfaces, Shiva’s carefully maintained facade begins to crack. Someone close to him is starting to see through the act. And as the weight of his suffering becomes impossible to contain, he is left with one question: Can he keep holding on, or is the mask he wears the only thing keeping him alive?
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Hunter of the Dark Lands

Ray was one of humanity’s strongest hunters, a seasoned warrior who had survived countless battles. At 67 years old, he finally stood victorious over the greatest monster the Earth had ever witnessed, but at a heavy cost—his entire team was dead, and only one of his teammates remained. But when the two of them thought it was finally over, a red-haired nightmare arrived... In his final moments, facing an overwhelming being that called itself an "Immortal," Ray had no regrets. But instead of dying, he found himself back in his 14-year-old body—one year before dungeons first appeared on Earth. Armed with knowledge of the future and years of experience, Ray wastes no time. He isolates himself from the world, dedicating every second to training. This time, he won’t make the same mistakes. He will forge his body into a weapon, preparing for the disaster to come. But fate won’t make things easy. As the world heads toward destruction, Ray must rise faster than ever. Because when the dungeons appear, so will his enemies—both old and new. And this time, he will be ready. But, [ Ding! Initiating Awakening... ...Successful! New Skill acquired! Skill: [Dimensional Leap] Destination: Dark Lands ] "Huh? Where is [Blink]? --- This is my first original novel, so please read it with an open mind. This novel might not be up to your taste. But I'll keep trying as hard as I can to make your experience entertaining as much as possible. I am always open to any suggestions. It doesn't contain any harem or 18+ content. So, I apologize for no lemons, guys. And it might contain some bloody scenes, thoroughly described. So, you have been warned. So, just read and enjoy~... --- The book cover is AI-generated, so yes, it's completely mine.
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