Children Of Ruin Plot Summary

Over 100,000 years ago, Earth was destroyed in a cataclysmic event known as the Stellar Severance. The collapse of an entire sector of reality tore open fractures across the galaxy, unleashing a mysterious energy called Aether that reshaped the evolution of all life it touched. Stars dimmed, civilizations crumbled, and factions emerged from the chaos, each vying for control of the galaxy’s remaining colonies and resources. In this transformed world, Samuel Solis—heir to the noble House of Solis—discovers that his genes have mutated in ways no one anticipated, granting him rare, mystic abilities. As Samuel learns to wield the strange power of Aether, he is drawn into a cosmic struggle where the future of his house and his own survival hang in the balance.

BANTER "Damn right, I'm pretty," Luna said with a confident smirk. Her mischievous pride faltered at his response. "I said petty," Alexander's voice was cold but amused, arms crossed over his chest. Her smile sharpened, daring, as she leaned into the banter. "Lucky for you I'm not what I once was, or you'd be spending eternity as my pet puppy." Her words carried a teasing edge, testing him, pushing for a reaction. But Alex's expression darkened, the amusement in his eyes disappearing as he leveled his gaze at her. "Convenient for you gods-twisting the lives of others for your needs." His words, spoken with quiet bitterness, struck a nerve. For a moment, guilt twisted inside Luna as she recalled how those she once called kin-gods, her juniors-had toyed with his life for their selfish desires. Before the regret could settle in, Alexander continued, his tone unwavering. "Maybe that's the reason you're in this condition." The accusation hung heavy between them, cutting through whatever lightness their exchange once held. BREATHLESSNESS In a moment where the tension between them reached its breaking point, Alexander's hand shot forward, grabbing her by the throat. His grip was firm but not cruel-no intent to harm. Instead, he pulled her closer, and before Luna could register what was happening, his lips crashed onto hers. The kiss was deep, forceful, searing through every fiber of her being. She forgot whose air she was breathing, her powerlessness overshadowed by the sheer intensity of his touch, of their connection. In that stolen breath, it was no longer clear who held the upper hand. What happens when a fallen ancient goddess and a love-scarred Alpha collide? When the lines between power, passion, and vulnerability blur, neither can anticipate the outcome. This book , next series of THE ILL FATED LOVERS and its volume THE STAR CROSSED LOVERS brings you the wild, darkly funny, and irresistibly intense tale .Read to see who ends up holding the power-and whose heart gets broken first.

After Lin Xu died, she discovered that the world she was in was a novel. Her eldest son liked to imprison the female protagonist of the novel, engaging in sinister villainous acts with a dark room play. Her youngest son would unfailingly draw substitute's blood and snatch substitutes' kidneys for the female protagonist’s legal antagonist — his unrequited love. Her only daughter was the romantic fool forever revolving around the male protagonist of the novel. If children are not disciplined, the mother is to blame. After being reborn, Lin Xu felt she should step in and discipline her wayward children. However, before she could take action, her eldest son’s dark, handsome, and usually cold face blushed slightly as he asked in a low voice, “Can I touch my head?” The middle son snorted and turned his head, his tone petulant, “I... I don’t want to go home, but if you insist, I'll do it begrudgingly.” The youngest daughter rushed over, mercilessly pushing her brothers aside, “Mom, come and teach me how to solve this problem~” Latter, both sons fought over the bowl of noodles Lin Xu cooked. What was a novel’s female protagonist? Nothing compared to their mother. The daughter transformed herself, letting nothing from any novel’s male protagonist interfere with her studies! The family was blissfully happy. Latter, the revived, amnesiac husband suddenly appeared, cornering her against the wall, his eyes full of struggle, “Even if you're married, I still love you.” Lin Xu pretended to be serious, “Is that so, then what should we do?” He hugged her tightly, his voice muffled and pained, “Divorce him!” Lin Xu chuckled secretly, “I’ll divorce him right away.” Latter, after the husband regained his memory, he said through gritted teeth, “Over my dead body will we divorce!”

There is a girl I love, beyond measure, her name whispered in my every prayer. I sacrificed everything for her, and now I depart, my final act dedicated to her. In a realm beyond this life, if our souls should meet once more I pray earnestly for one thing—may the Divine decree that we never again walk the same path. Then why? “Excuse me? If you're done, can I use the tap?” Why did our path across again? If our fate was predetermined, why had I been granted this second chance? Why!? Why was I transported back to the past!?

Di dunia yang berada di ambang kehancuran, di mana esensi magis mulai memudar dan teknologi kuno perlahan lenyap, Aerth terpecah oleh perang yang tak berkesudahan. Aetherium, sumber kehidupan bagi sihir dan inovasi, hampir habis, meninggalkan faksi Timur dan Barat dalam perjuangan putus asa untuk bertahan hidup. Barat dikuasai oleh The Despot, seorang tiran kejam dan penuh teka-teki yang membangun kekuasaannya di atas ketakutan, keserakahan, dan penderitaan. Dengan bantuan tangan kanannya yang licik, Euro, The Despot menghancurkan perdamaian rapuh antara kedua faksi, menciptakan kekacauan di Timur melalui manipulasi dan pengkhianatan. Ketidakpercayaan menjalar di antara para pemimpin Timur, dan aliansi yang dulu kokoh kini hancur oleh konflik internal. Di tengah kehancuran ini, desas-desus tentang sosok misterius mulai tersebar—seorang pria yang asal-usulnya terhubung dengan tanah legendaris yang selama ini dianggap hanya mitos. Kehadirannya sulit dijelaskan, pergerakannya cepat dan tak terduga. Bersembunyi di balik bayang-bayang, ia bekerja diam-diam untuk menggagalkan rencana The Despot dengan presisi yang luar biasa. Bahkan jaringan intelijen Euro yang terkenal tak tertandingi gagal mengungkap identitasnya. Siapakah sosok misterius ini? Apakah ia benar-benar berasal dari tanah legendaris yang hanya dikenal dalam cerita rakyat, ataukah ia seorang ahli penyamaran, pria yang ditempa oleh kehancuran dunia ini? Sebagai harapan terakhir Timur, Putri Cino Shikai, berjuang keras untuk mempertahankan rakyatnya, tujuan sejati pria ini menjadi pertanyaan besar—penyelamat atau kehancuran? Tindakannya dapat menentukan arah perang, tetapi apakah itu menuju keselamatan atau kehancuran masih menjadi misteri. "Penyamaran Seorang Pria dari Tanah Legendaris Mistis di Dunia yang Hancur" menghadirkan kisah penuh intrik, pemberontakan, dan pencarian harapan di dunia di mana legenda bertemu kenyataan, dan setiap pilihan membawa beban kelangsungan hidup peradaban.

When she woke up, she had transmigrated into An Jiuyue, a woman living with two young children on a mountain after her husband abandoned her. She was pushed to the ground, and now, there was a bloody wound on her head. With only a handful of rice left in the rice bag, she had relied on digging wild vegetables to satisfy their hunger every day. Her children were so often starved that they were all skin and bones. On top of that, a wicked woman threatened her to sell her son! If she refused, the woman would snatch him away forcefully. But An Jiuyue took a deep breath, revealed her sharp claws, beat the woman up, and threw her out of the house. She could show the woman she was not to be messed with! They were out of rice and vegetables now, but she was not afraid. Acquiring food using her spatial abilities was as easy as curling her fingers! Moreover, her spatial abilities were unlimited, and her medical skills did not deteriorate. She could no doubt earn money and raise her children well! As for her ex-husband… The prince, who had returned from the battlefield, smiled maliciously. "My beloved concubine, please calm down. I brought back a mountain of gold from the battlefield as a gift for you and our children."

Before meeting Shen Xu, all Zhen Yuan wanted was to seek the dao and cultivate to the peak. After meeting Shen Xu, he thought the dao was important, but his wife was the most important. When Shen Xu transmigrated into a book, he mistakenly believed that Zhen Yuan was not a character in the original story. What he didn't expect was that his husband was the most mysterious and powerful unnamed character in the original novel.

Hei Anjing is an extreme type of person. Mischievous and loves to play around with annoying people. A Devil may care attitude when in his good mood but horribly terrifying when angered. A cold hearted person with an unparalleled intelligence, who treated others as entertainment. A Nethergod who was supposed to be a Lord that governed the Netherworld as a ruler. Cruelty and Mercilessness are his nature. But despite that his heart only beats for one person. His love, feelings and obsession are for his alone. One whose memories were sealed for some reason. While the other lost his right as a lord and his soul fragments were scattered all over different worlds. Then they've met in those worlds. Bullying the heaven's beloved children and destroying the plots of the worlds creating endless chaos. With both the MC and ML having some problems in the brain and are psychopaths. Will the world end or not? "I will chase and capture you, over and over again. Imprisoning you in my embrace. Until there will be no gaps for you to escape anymore. You are my obsession and my everything." "Capture me. Find me. As long as you do, I will stay by your side until the end. There is no need for you to know what I did for you." A hellish ride of two shameless and evil people. The true meaning of their relationship was hidden within those sealed memories. An action packed journey with thrilling and full of suspense events which you wouldn't like to miss! NO ONE 17 AND UNDER. You have been warned. Credits for the Char. photo: Natalie Riverson (Pinterest)

After an accidental one-night stand with a mysterious man, Charlotte Johnson had eight children. Four years later, Charlotte lived a blissful life with her eight genius children. Although her life was tough, in her eye's, everything was worth it. However, Henry Stevens, the wealthiest and most powerful man in the Imperial City, disrupted her previously uneventful life. At first, he thought that she was playing hard to get, so he was disdainful of her. However, afterwards, he realized that not only was she the mother of his children, but also the woman he wanted to spend the rest of his life with.

Eamon is embodied in a romantic novel, Eamon is a very bullying person, he loves to bully others everywhere. He is embodied as ((Siron Vad Yusburg)) who is a third-rate villain and is the heroine's fiancé who is obsessed with her and loves her one-sidedly. Inside the novel, Eamon discovers that he has a system that helps him survive Siron's fate, which is death at the hands of Prince ((Erin Anson Dirkson)) the hero of the novel. [ System: You have two options The first is to make the heroine love you and thus become the hero of the novel and change your fate { The condition is that you become a great character} The second is to get out of the events of the novel and become a side character { The condition is that you break off your engagement to the heroine}. ]

In a world on the brink of collapse, where the mystical essence of magic is fading and ancient technology crumbles into oblivion, the land of Aerth is torn apart by an unending war. Aetherium, the lifeblood of magic and innovation, has nearly been depleted, leaving the Eastern and Western factions locked in a desperate struggle for survival. The West is ruled by The Despot, a ruthless and shadowy tyrant whose reign thrives on fear, greed, and suffering. With his cunning right-hand man, Euro, The Despot has shattered the fragile peace between the factions, plunging the East into chaos through manipulation and betrayal. Distrust festers among its leaders, and once-proud alliances crumble under the weight of internal conflict. Amid this devastation, whispers of a mysterious figure begin to spread—a man whose origins are tied to a fabled land long thought to exist only in legend. His presence defies explanation, his movements swift and unpredictable. Cloaked in secrecy, he works from the shadows to dismantle The Despot’s carefully laid plans, striking at the heart of his empire with uncanny precision. Even Euro’s unparalleled intelligence network fails to uncover his identity. Who is this enigmatic figure? Is he truly from the legendary land of myths, or is he simply a master of disguise, a man forged by the ruins of this shattered world? As the East's last hope, Princess Cino Shikai, fights to hold her people together, this man’s true purpose becomes a question of salvation or destruction. His actions could tip the scales of the war, but whether toward redemption or ruin remains uncertain. "The Disguise of a Man from the Mystical Legendary Land in a Ruined World" weaves a tale of intrigue, rebellion, and the search for hope in a world where legends collide with reality, and every choice carries the weight of a civilization’s survival.

Soma a selfish but friendly guy living a normal High school life. He has now been reunited with his best friend and got some new friends too, everything was going well but suddenly his life starts to change. He realises that the life he was living till now and the world around him is actually not like he had ever presumed...or a world he absolutely didn't knew existed. How he will respond to this new development?... How he will save himself from them, but nonetheless, save his friends too...

"Ugh, why can't I just die in peace?!" Sugiyama Jo had a morbid plan: to join his family in death as soon as he graduates from high school. And now on his second year, this scheme of his is coming closer into becoming a reality. To him, pointless things such as youth and romance are but mere distractions that could potentially deviate him from his death. Which is why he abides by a strict code to never get involved in anything that will expose him to "a rose-filled youth". But it seems that fate had other plans. Due to the meddling of his guidance counselor, Jo now finds himself cascaded into a series of events that forces him into his "romantic comedy youth era". With his plan at risk of failing, Jo desperately tries to escape the clutches of youth.

When a mysterious box appears in his antique shop, Zane's ordinary life shatters—literally—as a leather-clad stranger crashes through his window to steal it. But the theft is only the beginning. Now demons stalk the streets of Asgard, all hunting for Zane, and the box's secrets. His sole protection? Blaine, the irritable thief himself, who turns out to be a fallen angel's son cursed with divine Wrath. Now Zane's quiet life spirals into chaos as he's forced to trust Blaine. Together, they race to find out the box's secrets before the demons hunting them can claim it. But as Zane is drawn deeper into Blaine's world , he realizes the bigger danger might be falling for someone who has sworn never to love. The box holds a power that could tip the balance between Heaven and Hell. And Zane's ordinary life isn't the only thing at stake anymore.

A giant tree popped up in the middle of the Atlantic ocean covering the world in a strange new radiation and because of it, people began to change. First, there are the Chosen. These super humans have only slight physical changes and yet can manifest amazing elemental powers. Next, you have the Infected. These humans have experienced large scale body changes which range from animal adaptations to simply grotesque body decomposition. Most are still normal and sane humans who attempt to adapt to life while being shunned by others. There are some however that have grown deranged and think themselves the rulers of the world. Our MC lives a somewhat lonely life while sometimes being accompanied by his rather senile yet kind grandfather. He has no idea where his parents went after they dropped him off a few years ago, so he has no choice but to stay here. He lives by the idea that he should just be air and not be noticed in the slightest. All of this goes ok until things start changing and Laz starts getting dragged around in many different directions. Welcome to a story of Gods, evolution, love, adult situations and basically bringing a bit of eastern fantasy to western civilization. Hope you enjoy the ride.

"HE WAS SUNSHINE AND I WAS MIDNIGHT RAIN." Actually, we were a combination of both sunshine and midnight rain. This is the story of how we evolved, how we broke free from the chains that held us down, and how we discovered ourselves, even amidst the ruins of the night. Kamari Ese Avena has always lived in the shadows of her half-sister Elle Avena, hiding beneath the radar. However, when Elle falls to her death at Rain Academy, Kamari is left to bear the burden of being the sole surviving Avena daughter. This wouldn't be so bad if it didn't mean giving up her aspirations for her father. The walls don't deceive. Rain Academy is now Kamari's new home, but what if her new residence is her adversary? There's also Elle's group of friends and a mysterious Spanish-Japanese boy who appears to know more than he's letting on.

How would you feel when you died and saw yourself in the future but this future is not one you wished for even your enemy to wake up to. When Captain Aria, a decorated soldier medic, is killed in battle, she is mysteriously transported to a damaged future, where she must navigate through an apocalypse, she must confront her own mortality, and fight to restore hope in a desperate world. In the year 2024, Captain Aria , a highly skilled and fearless soldier medic was part of an elite special forces unit. During this critical mission, she was fatally wounded and left for dead. However, Aria's death is only the beginning as She was thrown through time and space to the year 2178, where a catastrophic apocalypse has transformed the world into a wasteland. Aria awakens in a harsh, unfamiliar landscape that has been scarred by environmental disasters, nuclear devastation, and mutated insects. The once blue skies is now a toxic haze that reeks of ash and smoke. Aria was determined to survive this apocalypse and as she struggles to survive with her marine skills, she discovers some scattered survivors and someone she held dear. *** Released times are every day. I might release from 1_4 chapters a day so expect to read continuously. hehe ******** NOTE: This book is participating in Cupid Quill October so please your vote, gifts and comments is deeply appreciated

Deep within a shadowy forest shrouded in legends lies "Ashwood Asylum", a sinister facility where children deemed "dangerous" are sent. Under the guise of treatment, a mysterious organization conducts horrific experiments, transforming these children into superhuman tools... but at a devastating cost. Maria, an innocent girl who finds herself in the asylum without understanding why, is thrust into a nightmare where children are turned into monsters controlled by a mysterious girl named "Ella". Ella possesses a terrifying ability to bend others to her will, turning them into living puppets. Amidst this chaos stands "Luke", a boy bound in chains whom even the organization fears, and "Joe",, a maniacal clown-like child who spreads havoc wherever he goes. In a world ruled by chaos, where sanity is a distant memory, will Maria survive? Or will she become another pawn in the game of madness and control?. A gripping tale of psychological horror and dark drama, where no one is innocent, and nothing is as it seems.

A powerless woman’s worst nightmare is marrying someone against her will. When those who are supposed to protect her betray her in the vilest of ways, Leonor is forced to marry a Duke known for his cold nature and repulsive appearance. After a miserable childhood, it shouldn’t have been a surprise to her that her future was never truly in her hands in the first place. Duke Desmond de Montclair was nobody before the war. He garnered the King’s favor by doing the impossible in battle. Unfortunately, any achievement is eclipsed by his appearance and unbearable personality. In a kingdom that idolizes beauty, there is no room for someone like him. At first, Leonor finds life with the Duke to be what she’s used to - walking on eggshells and never speaking what’s truly in her heart. Eventually, things slowly start to change as the Duke learns about the horrors she faced while living with her family. His power becomes the key to her revenge. However, in a moment where she feels cornered, Leonor confesses to the Duke that she’s in love with someone else. The progress she has made with the Duke comes crashing down around her. Will her magic abilities be enough to convince the Duke not to throw her out? If she can make herself useful to him, perhaps she can gain his sympathy somehow…

In a world that has crumbled under the weight of past mistakes, Arin, a twenty-year-old young man, paves his solitary way through the remnants of a civilization that has breathed its last. The earth, covered in layers of ash, seems like a mirror reflecting the hidden wounds deep within him. With each step his feet take on the rubble, a question echoes in the air, like an endless echo: Is it possible to escape the shadows of destruction, or does humanity carry within itself the ashes of its lost world?

Shu Lan is an ordinary student who avoids being the center of attention. He lives a quiet life with few friends and no disruptions. One day, a novel titled "Between Three Empires" catches his interest. It’s an omegaverse story that’s soon to be adapted into a game. The novel follows the protagonist, Qing Shan, an omega who captivates the male leads of three empires. Together, they join forces to defeat the devil residing in the cursed land. However, before Shu Lan can find out how the story ends, he accidentally falls from a rooftop and dies. The next thing he knows, he wakes up in the body of Yang Luoya, the older brother of one of the male leads, Yang Wei. Shu Lan is horrified. If he had reincarnated as another sibling of a male lead, he might have been happy. But Yang Luoya? He’s the cruel and merciless villain doomed to a tragic end. "let's keep low profile for now" Moments later.... “…I just killed someone…”

In the ravaged expanse of a fallen Earth, humanity teeters on the brink of extinction. The once blue skies are now a toxic haze, and the landscape is scarred by the remnants of civilization. Amidst this desolate backdrop, a few scattered survivors cling to life, their existence a daily struggle against the harsh environment and the ever-present threat of violence. In this bleak world, hope is a luxury few can afford.

This is a poignant tale woven through the lives of the Kotin siblings set against the backdrop of 1980s Nigeria. The narrative explores themes of identity, societal expectations, and the complexities of familial love. Through a series of flashbacks and present-day revelations, This story encapsulates the enduring bond of family, the weight of unspoken truths, and the quest for acceptance in a world that often stigmatizes differences. The story culminates in a powerful exploration of resilience and the desire for a fresh start. As the story unfolds, The narrative shifts to 2018, where the surviving siblings confront their past and the societal norms that once dictated their lives, particularly through the lens of Martina's daughter, Tintina ( from Anchor), who faces her own struggles with identity.

Terra II. Magic, technology, and ancient myths have been unceremoniously smashed together, turning the world into a place where the impossible is a daily grind. The result? A place where survival isn't just a challenge—it's a downright nightmare. Enter Sera and her Crew, Frontier Limited—a crew that finds themselves neck-deep in a world full of backstabbers, power-hungry mafias, and creatures straight out of forgotten legends. With her 'landship', Babel, Sera isn’t just taking on mercenary work—she’s wading through the muck of a world that seems hell-bent on tearing itself apart. Whether it's delivering sensitive cargo in the middle of a damn warzone, dealing with supernatural disasters, or outsmarting criminal syndicates, there’s no such thing as an easy day on Terra II. As rival factions fight for control of dwindling resources, Sera has to keep her crew alive and make tough-as-nails decisions in a world where everyone’s got a knife behind their back. Trust is a luxury, and loyalty? You can bet your ass it comes at a price. ————————— Fuck me. so vol 1- (trials and tribulations)introduce world,part of main cast and all that jazz..and a local war after they move to another region. that's not all as i'm too lazy to write more. vol 2- (Drama, so much drama)more conflict and higher stakes..shh..read it whenever i come to vol 2. vol 3-(Horizons Fail? ) vol 4-??? vol 5-??? vol 6-??? yes those are the names of the vols. :) support and spread this novel…cuz creation is hard!!!

Synopsis: When Maya narrowly survives a poisoning, she discovers a shocking truth: her own family wants her dead. Faced with betrayal and danger, she turns to Lachlan McMillan, a ruthless and vile businessman. Her proposal? A one-year contractual marriage offering mutual protection and power. Lachlan doesn’t believe in mercy, only wealth and prosperity, and Maya knows this deal could be her only chance to outsmart those who want her gone. As time goes by, hidden truths are revealed and the lines between power, survival, and trust begin to blur. In a world where betrayal is the currency, their contract may cost them more than they ever anticipated.

Corin transmigrated into the very story he was writing. It was about Iris Emberly, a young woman in a post-apocalyptic world who one day discovered the strange dome that covers her entire city. Ever since she learned about it, she’s been full of questions: What lies beyond the border? Why can’t humans go there? And where exactly does the city’s food come from when there are no farms inside the dome? Her life changes when a massive ship crashes from the sky, bringing with it a Vysalor—an otherworlder she had only heard about in rumors. The Vysalor wants a new home and identity, while Iris dreams of freedom and protection. Together, they form an unusual bond: a symbiotic relationship between a human and an otherworlder, where they must rely on each other to survive and to achieve their goals. Corin became that very Vysalor and must now find a way to go back to his home planet—the Planet Earth. But as he stared at the holographic screen that hovered in front of him, he immediately knew he wasn’t going back any time soon. [System Notice: You have been designated as the Leader of the Vysalor Race on Planet Crionis. As the sole adult Vysalor, you bear the responsibility of ensuring the survival, safety, and prosperity of your race.] [Objective: Establish a safe and peaceful habitat for the Vysalor.]

In a world were war persisted , gods were called upon in time of war to fight their battles for them . But soon human began to turn their back on them., destroying the temples , doing terrible cruel things . The gods cursed them sending the gods of war and death to destroy them and stop the senseless war . When the humans were in the verge of going extinct, a man Sebastian Kane a king of Astoria Oregon decided to save his people by confronting the gods to forgive them and save them from the great destruction . But with a price to go to hell to destroy the seven deadly demons that caused human to sin .

January 26 20XX, the city of Athm is on the lookout because of their populations' sudden decrease, and the one who is responsible for its decrial, is just one man who is an anonymous serial killer; later named as ZERO Without violence, there's no peace, without peace there'd be no slaughter. I will wear this mask without ever taking it off, the blood on my hands will never fade, angry souls kept haunting me…..even so…..I'm doing this for them...I saved them from suffering in this cruel world, even the Gods may forgive me but I could not. **Disclaimer: I do not own the cover photo**