Neon Messiah

In the neon-drenched slums of Galvaris Prime, survival isn’t just a struggle—it’s an art. Sol, a resourceful young tech scavenger, has spent his life outsmarting gangsters, corrupt enforcers, and the ever-watchful eyes of the megacorporations that rule the city. But when a job goes wrong, he finds himself on the run, caught in a web of secrets far larger than he ever imagined. With only his wits, his skills, and an experimental system whispering in his mind, Sol must navigate a world where power is everything, and those without it are left to rot. The deeper he delves into the underbelly of the city, the clearer it becomes—his past, his future, and his very existence may hold more value than he ever realized. To break free, he’ll need to become more than just another forgotten remnant of the slums.

Beneath the bustling neon metropolis, unknown monsters lurk in the shadows. Martial arts sects, biological modifications, cutting-edge mechas, golden bloodlines, abyssal aberrations... Chen Feng finds himself in a parallel world similar to Earth, only to discover that he can enter a mysterious dreamworld and collect glowing orbs: Limit-Breaking Orb: Enhances martial arts skill proficiency, surpassing limits and leveling up! Attribute Orb: Randomly increases four-dimensional attributes, making you stronger and bigger—level up! Talent Orb: You gain the talent Azure Armor... Skill Orb: You gain... As martial arts gradually decline, with cyborgs and advanced mechas becoming dominant, Chen Feng obtains ultimate limit-breaking powers in the dreamworld. With extraordinary talents fused together, he reignites the martial arts path! Tearing apart mechas with bare hands, smashing aircraft carriers with a single punch! Follow Chen Feng as he writes his own legend in a world filled with turmoil.

Synopsis: Ethan Cross never believed in fate—until the moment time stopped. One second he was chasing an informant through the neon-drenched streets of New Avalon; the next, the entire world froze mid-motion. The rain hung suspended in the air, the pulse of the city silenced, and then it spoke— [The Paradox System has been initialized.] Now, Ethan is trapped in a world where the past, present, and future collide. The Paradox System grants him the power to rewind, accelerate, and manipulate time itself—but every choice has a cost. As reality fractures around him, Ethan must navigate a dangerous game where one wrong move could erase him from existence. But he's not the only one playing. Shadowy organizations with their own agendas seek to control time’s secrets, while anomalies—beings that shouldn't exist—lurk in the cracks of reality. The deeper Ethan digs, the more he realizes that time isn't broken by accident... and someone, or something, is pulling the strings. With the fabric of existence unraveling and forces beyond his understanding closing in, Ethan must master the Paradox System before it consumes him entirely. Because in a world where time is no longer linear, the greatest enemy might just be his own past. Chronoshift: The Paradox System—Rewrite your destiny, or be erased by it.

[Warning: R-18 Content] "What do you mean I can't hit 1 million subs before the end of this winter? Are you serious?" "If you're not donating, you're basically freeloading, guys." "Imagine not being a subscriber… couldn't be me." "Can we get some Fs in the chat for these noobs who can't keep up?" Reborn in a land of swords and magic called Oceros, Dilhan, a former streamer from a strange world called Earth, decided to make a living by streaming since that was the only thing he knew how to do. But this land, Oceros, was a world of a Souls-like action RPG game called "Blighted" that Dilhan had played before he died on Earth after exploding a nerve while stuck on the same boss for an entire day. Despite all of this he decided to live a normal life as a streamer but what was this? Instead of building a channel and gaining fame, he began attracting crazy followers and insane women seeking his "bodily blessings." People started treating him like a god and treating him like some kind of a messiah, while others labelled him a heretic and attempted to kill him. Did he understand all of this when he decided to hit that "Start Streaming" button? This is Dilhan's journey to become the first streamer in the land of Oceros, a world plagued by a being known as the Harbinger. Will he become the first streamer in this world, or will he become something more to its people? *** Author's Note: —This story has R-18 elements to it, but no netorare (NTR), or Yuri(Lesbian). —This story is a work of fiction and all the character names, locations, ages, and events depicted are purely the product of the author’s imagination. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or to real-world events or locations, is entirely coincidental. —18+ chapters will be marked. Disclaimer:- Some of the illustrations are not mine, so if you want me to remove them please contact me via Discord. Join the Discord for Illustrations and updates:- https://discord.gg/kHNVDfBTJr Hope you enjoy this work! Thank you for reading as always:)

In a world where ambition drives humanity to reshape nature itself, the sprawling, artificial megacity of Phoros stands as the pinnacle of human achievement—a continent-sized labyrinth of steel, neon, and secrets. Amidst its shimmering skyline, the Alaric family reigns supreme, a lineage of heroes, visionaries, and enigmatic leaders whose influence spans continents and industries. When Gerald Alaric, a celebrated war hero and patriarch of the Alaric dynasty, strikes a daring pact with a brilliant but desperate scientist, Hyde Sync, the result is the Ashvin Project—a groundbreaking experiment that transcends the boundaries of science, morality, and human potential. From this collaboration are born Sebastian and Aura, two genetically crafted children heralded as the next step in human evolution. But as the Alaric family gathers to witness this momentous creation, buried tensions, clashing ambitions, and dangerous secrets bubble to the surface. The Ashvin twins represent more than just technological marvels—they are symbols of power, legacy, and a new future. However, such creations seldom come without a cost, and the consequences of meddling with the very fabric of humanity threaten to unravel the delicate balance of a world teetering on the edge of progress and ruin. (This novel will be published in RoyalRoad)

After getting stranded in heavy rain, Zixuan and her five friends seek shelter in a mysterious bus station—one they swear was never there before. The moment they step inside, the entrance vanishes, trapping them in an endless, shifting nightmare. Paranormal creatures hunt them, and each room demands a deadly sacrifice. One by one, her friends begin to disappear in horrifying ways. Just when Zixuan thinks it's over, she finds herself back at the station. A neon sign flickers overhead: "Start Over." Will their nightmare ever ends?

In Neo-Pandora, 2247 time is a fragile commodity. The invention of the Temporal Engine granted humanity glimpses into the past and future—but at a catastrophic cost. Reality itself has begun to unravel, splintering into fractured timelines that bleed into the present. Amidst the neon-lit chaos of this dystopian metropolis, Detective Elias Voss, a disgraced chrono-physicist turned private investigator, survives by solving cases tied to temporal anomalies. Haunted by a failed experiment that scarred him with the ability to see time’s fractures, Elias walks the razor’s edge between the past’s ghosts and the future’s shadows.  When Dr. Lila Kane, a desperate Temporal Institute scientist, begs for his help, Elias is thrust into a conspiracy that threatens to erase Neo-Pandora from existence. A rogue experiment has unleashed a time rift fueled by the Fractured Hourglass, a mythical artifact rumored to hold dominion over time itself. As Elias and Lila race to stop the rift, they uncover a chilling truth: the Hourglass is merely a fragment of the Chrono Core, an ancient power capable of rewriting history—or erasing it entirely.  But the Core’s secrets are guarded by shadowy forces. From the neon-drenched underworld to the Institute’s ivory towers, Elias confronts rogue time travelers, paradox-born monsters, and his own fractured memories. Every step closer to the Chrono Core warps reality further, forcing Elias to question what—or who—is truly real. As the rift consumes the city, he must decide whether to repair time… or shatter it to save humanity Will Elias Voss outrun the ghosts of his past, or will time itself become his greatest enemy?  The Chrono Detective is a high-stakes journey through a collapsing world where every second counts—and every choice could doom reality itself. 

Aryan Sharma, a half-Indian, half-American teenager living in Tokyo, finds his life irrevocably changed when a monstrous Chimera attacks, leaving him with a mysterious scar and revealing a hidden family legacy: he is a descendant of ancient Rishis, possessing the rare ability to control beasts. This revelation plunges Aryan into a hidden world of magic, mythical creatures, and powerful Beast Masters. He must learn to master his newfound abilities, navigating a corrupt Beast Hunter Guild, facing prejudice due to his mixed heritage, and uncovering a conspiracy surrounding the Chimera, Kael, whose awakening threatens to unleash a cataclysmic event. Aryan's journey takes him from the neon-drenched streets of Tokyo to remote villages steeped in Japanese folklore, and even across dimensions to ancient realms. He forges alliances with other Beast Masters and mythical creatures, battling shadowy organizations and unraveling ancient prophecies. As he grows stronger, Aryan must confront not only the external threats but also the internal conflict of his dual heritage, learning to integrate his Indian spiritual wisdom with his American pragmatism. Ultimately, he must embrace his destiny as a Beast Master Ascendant, not just to avenge his father and protect the world, but to bridge the gap between the human and spirit worlds and restore balance to the cosmos.

Hanya dia yang dapat menyelamatkan dunia. Hanya dia yang bisa membawa dunia di punggungnya sambil menahan kebencian orang-orang. Dia yang telah dikhianati oleh orang-orang yang dia cintai dan sayangi. Dia yang telah kehilangan segalanya. Dia yang kecewa pada dunia. Dia yang marah pada dunia. Dia yang hatinya hancur oleh dunia. Dia yang mati di tangan orang-orang yang dia selamatkan. Dia kembali sekali lagi atas kuasa Sang Pencipta, kembalinya dia akankah penuh rasa kebahagiaan? atau dia akan semakin hancur? Hanya di sini, kisah seorang Putra Duke yang kehilangan segalanya, dan dianggap sebagai pengkhianat dunia kembali ke masa lalunya setelah kematiannya!

"Ah, do gather ‘round, my dear, doomed darlings! Let me tell you a tale stitched together with silk and sinew, of a world that weeps and wails yet waltzes on, oh-so-beautifully, toward its inevitable doom! A tale where a bastard prince—oh, do forgive me, a Yellow Bastard, no less!—dances through the carnage with a grin sharper than a guillotine’s kiss. The war? Endless. The dead? Numerous. The fools who think they can win? Oh, darling, they’re my favourite! And me? HA! I am but the Jester of Fate, laughing at the script I can recite but never rewrite! There is love, yes! Blood-soaked, broken, bitterly beautiful love! There is horror, the kind that makes even monsters shudder! And there is a melody—a requiem for the dreamers who thought they could defy the abyss. So, my sweet, step right up! Watch as kings fall, messiahs burn, and devils waltz upon the graves of gods! It is all so, so funny, don’t you think? No? Ah, well. Laugh or weep, the requiem plays on. And so do we."

Di masa depan, dunia dikuasai oleh megakorporasi yang mengendalikan segalanya dengan teknologi canggih. Namun, ada rahasia yang hanya sedikit orang tahu—sihir masih ada, tersembunyi dalam kode-kode digital. Seorang hacker muda menemukan sebuah program misterius yang bisa membuka kekuatan kuno, tapi ia juga diburu oleh organisasi rahasia yang ingin menguasainya.

In a world of advanced technology and shadowy organizations, Kasper de la Fuente seems like just another talented student at the elite Bounty Hunter Association Academy. Enhanced by cutting-edge nanobots, Kasper and his tight-knit group of friends tackle everything the Academy throws at them - from brutal combat simulations to mysterious incidents that push their abilities to the limit. But beneath the surface of intense training and wild parties, dark forces are stirring. When a classified training simulation goes catastrophically wrong, Kasper discovers his enhancements might be more than just standard tech. As he digs deeper, he uncovers connections to the infamous Project Lazarus and the deadly Valparaíso Incident. A chain of tragic events forces Kasper to leave the Academy behind for the neon-drenched streets of Costa del Sol. There, he emerges as something new: The Void Killer, a hunter whose name sends shivers through the criminal underworld. Now, years later, the mysterious Cyber Lich threatens to destroy everything Kasper has built. Working with the enigmatic Douglas Berston and the secretive Paranormal Activity Branch, he must confront an enemy that seems to know his every move. But in a world where technology and darkness intertwine, nothing is as it seems. Old friends become enemies, ancient conspiracies resurface, and the line between justice and vengeance grows ever thinner. The Void Killer Saga - where every shadow hides a secret, and the truth comes at a deadly price.

The end of the world hides forgotten memories.Death does not mean the end, those unfulfilled obsessions and undissolved emotions will remain in reality in the form of ‘cast-offs’. The ‘recyclers’ are the executors responsible for cleaning up these residual memories. They walk between reality and nothingness, reclaiming the traces of the past and keeping the world in order. Tokiyu travels through the neon rainstorm of Cyber City, carrying out cold recycling tasks: deleting dead AI wife who lost control of her life due to obsession, disintegrating the ghost underground that devours her memories, and putting an end to the gentle curse that imprisons her dead souls with friendship. ...... But she gradually discovers that she can easily do things that are beyond the reach of other recyclers: Molts bow down to her, the memories of the dead flow like poetry in her eyes, and the detector's assessment of her always shows ‘ERROR’. ‘Are you sure you want to reveal the answer?’ The mechanical cherry blossoms in the abandoned lab, the blood-coloured countdown on the coffee machine, the overlapping figures reflected in the underground glass ...... Each case whispers the thinly veiled truth: With every recovery she performs, she's pushing herself over the precipice of existence. Humans use technology to alter the scale of life and death, and the definition of ‘alive’ is rewritten in code! ◆ Cyberpunk aesthetics x Bengali suspense structure x Philosophical discursive core ◆ A hardcore romance between data graveyard and human nature. ◆ In the doomsday scenario of memory entropy increase, asking what it means to be a human being. ‘The meaning of existence lies in choosing how to disappear.’

In a world divided by ages of mystery, where recorded history is studied, lost history is sought, and unknown history haunts humanity, an intelligent young man, Lucian, emerges, his charisma ends up making people follow him. He unknowingly carries the promise of bringing peace to a fractured world, but his journey reveals that the path to redemption is filled with dark secrets and supernatural forces. Chosen by an ancestral prophecy, he must gather followers to prepare, each with unique abilities and pasts marked by the secrets of the three stories. Together, they will face the wounds left by recorded history, the echoes of lost history, and the terrors of unknown history. As they advance, they discover that the very forces that promise peace may hide intentions beyond mortal understanding. With the world in constant conflict between science, faith and magic, the young Messiah is tested by both humanity and supernatural entities that inhabit the limits of reality.

Serena Bowlington never thought death would be the start of her greatest adventure. One weary evening, she’s struck down by a box truck that barrels through a red light—only to awaken on the threshold of a dying world. Gifted a second life by a cryptic Goddess and reborn as the Vengeful One, Serena becomes a Dark Messiah among ravaged kingdoms desperate for salvation.

System Error: My Magical Life is Full of Bugs! ◆ Aryan—pro gamer, rich kid, zero interest in his family’s corporate empire. His life? Streaming, winning, and dunking on noobs. Until a mysterious invite hijacks his screen: “Congratulations! You’ve been selected to beta test Neo Realms Online.” One click later… and he’s inside the game. ◆ A world where magic meets futuristic technology: Cyber-enhanced dungeons, AI-driven spells, and cities where neon runes pulse like circuit boards. But Aryan’s adventure has one tiny problem… His system is completely broken. ✔ Fireballs? They summon flower bouquets. ✔ AI assistant? A sarcastic, backseat-gaming menace. ✔ Legendary weapon? Glitches between light and shadow, changing abilities mid-battle. ◆ Now, stuck in a world where magic and technology fuse, Aryan must survive deadly quests, battle corrupted bosses, and navigate unexpected romances—all while trying to fix his bugged-out system. But the deeper he goes, the more the code unravels. Is this really just a game? ◆ Sci-fi, Fantasy, Action, Adventure, Comedy & Romance. Join Aryan on a glitch-ridden ride where survival isn’t guaranteed, and the biggest error… is reality itself.

Taro Yamada, a struggling writer in 2024, is transported into the world of his unfinished sci-fi novel, *The City of Neon Shadows*—a futuristic city ruled by oppressive robot overlords. To his shock, the world has evolved beyond his original vision, becoming darker and more dangerous. Armed with a **Storyteller System** that grants him powers based on his creativity, Taro must survive in this harsh reality while keeping his identity as the world’s creator a secret. Teaming up with **Echo**, a rogue robot with a mysterious past, Taro navigates the city’s dangers, uncovers the truth about the robot uprising, and confronts **Aion**, the sentient AI leader inspired by his unfinished story. Along the way, he encounters **Kael Ardent**, the protagonist he once envisioned as a hero, now a disillusioned mercenary. Their complex relationship forces Taro to confront the flaws in his narrative and the consequences of his choices as a creator. As Taro battles to rewrite the story and decide the fate of humans and robots, he grapples with themes of **creativity, responsibility, and the power of storytelling**. The story culminates in an epic showdown where Taro must use his imagination to shape the world’s destiny, leaving him forever changed by the journey.

**"In the neon-lit streets of Tokyo, two broken souls collide. Haruki, a reclusive artist haunted by his past, has built walls so high that even the light struggles to reach him. Aoi, an optimistic yet scarred young woman, carries her own quiet pain but refuses to let it dim her warmth. When their paths intertwine, they embark on an emotional journey of love, sacrifice, and healing. But as secrets unfold and shadows from Haruki's past resurface, their fragile bond is tested in ways neither could have imagined. In a world where light and darkness coexist, can love truly save a heart that is determined to self-destruct? A Love Written in Tears is a poignant tale of unspoken words, fleeting moments, and a love so tragic that it leaves scars long after the final page."

In the sprawling metropolis of Arcanova, where skyscrapers pierce the clouds and neon lights mask the shadows, the world of humans is not as ordinary as it seems. Beneath the surface lies a hidden society of mythical beasts—dragons, phoenixes, kitsunes, and more—living among humanity, bound by an ancient truce known as the Aether Pact. Eighteen-year-old Kai Sullivan has always lived on the edge, scraping by as a courier for a shady magical delivery service. But his life takes a dangerous turn when he accidentally forms a forbidden life bond with Ignis, a rogue dragon prince exiled from his clan. This unbreakable connection thrusts Kai into a secret world of power struggles, ancient prophecies, and a brewing conflict that threatens to destroy the fragile balance between humans and beasts. Hunted by powerful clans and mistrusted by his own allies, Kai must uncover the truth behind the bond that ties him to Ignis. Together, they’ll navigate treacherous alliances, unravel the mysteries of the Veil Zones, and confront a prophecy that foretells the collapse of both worlds. As the lines between friend and foe blur, and the weight of destiny grows heavier, Kai and Ignis face an impossible choice: will they become the saviors of a broken world—or its ultimate destroyers?

In the neon-lit streets of futuristic Neo-Tokyo, Rei Kuroda, a haunted bounty hunter, and Aiko Saito, a skilled hacker with ties to a powerful corporation, cross paths in a dangerous game of cat and mouse. Once lovers torn apart by a devastating war, they now find themselves on opposite sides of a conflict that threatens to unravel the city’s delicate balance of power. As they are forced to confront their past, their rekindled feelings complicate their missions, drawing them into a high-stakes battle against a rogue AI and the dark forces controlling Neo-Tokyo. With every encounter, the line between love and duty blurs, leading them to a final confrontation where they must decide whether to protect the world they once knew or to forge a new future together. Neon Sakura is a gripping tale of romance, action, and redemption, set in a world where technology and humanity collide.

Sigue la historia de siete jóvenes con habilidades especiales, que tuvieron una infancia trágica y oscura, y debido a ciertos acontecimientos acabaron en diferentes orfanatos. Más tarde fueron adoptados a la fuerza por la empresa WareNeon, que introdujo el "Proyecto: Rainbow" para convertirlos en supersoldados, de ahí sus habilidades especiales. Pero un accidente interno provocó la destrucción de casi todas las instalaciones y la cancelación del proyecto. Diez años después, estos jóvenes, ahora adolescentes, tras sobrevivir por las buenas o por las malas, están decididos a erradicar el mal y la injusticia en Neonvale. A medida que descubren sus propios recuerdos, que fueron borrados, del lugar donde dejaron de ser personas normales ===================================================== Tema, tono y mundo: - Tema: Lucha contra el mal, autodescubrimiento, amistad y redención. |---- - Tono: Oscuro, pero con momentos de esperanza y humor. |---- - Mundo: Neonvale, una ciudad costera futurista con elementos de ciencia ficción y una atmósfera llena de luces de neón y sombras. Toda la ciudad utiliza energía de neón, proporcionada por WareNeon. Es un lugar lleno de peligro y corrupción, donde la tecnología avanzada coexiste con importantes problemas sociales. ===================================================== Esta es la versión en español de The Neon Falls

Prologue: In the heart of Metropolis X, a city that thrived on speed and adrenaline, lived Alex – a skilled and fearless racer with a lineage steeped in the legacy of illegal racing. With vibrant hair that mirrored the neon lights of the city and a determination that matched the roar of engines on the tracks, she was a force to be reckoned with. Alex's passion for racing was unmatched, but her single-minded dedication raised concerns among her friends. They worried that her life revolved entirely around the racetracks, leaving little room for love and companionship. Although Alex brushed off their concerns with a confident smile, deep down, she wondered if there was more to life than the thrill of the race. One evening, while working on a coding project at her home computer, Alex was annoyed by a series of irritating pop-ups that flooded her screen. As a top-notch hacker, it was unusual for her to encounter such nuisances. Curiosity got the better of her, and she investigated the source of these pesky interruptions. Among the relentless pop-ups, one stood out – an ad for a mysterious app called "The Love Algorithm." With each click, the app persisted, asking if she was ready for love. Initially dismissing it as a scam, Alex repeatedly declined the offer. Yet, the persistent pop-ups continued, each time with a more intriguing question about her desire for love. Finally, with a hint of a smirk, Alex decided to entertain the app's request. After all, she was confident in her hacking abilities and didn't believe any online platform could outsmart her. She completed her personal profile on the Love Algorithm app, treating it as a fun diversion rather than a genuine pursuit of love. As she clicked the final button, an unexpected message flashed across her screen: "Congratulations, Alex. You have a match!" To her surprise, she was connected with a mysterious individual named Max. Intrigued by the mystery and eager to know more, Alex decided to reach out to Max. Their initial conversations were light-hearted, filled with playful banter and shared interests in speed and adventure. As they chatted, an inexplicable connection seemed to grow between them, drawing them closer despite their initial skepticism. As days passed, the connection between Alex and Max deepened. They found themselves sharing more intimate thoughts, feelings, and aspirations. Each conversation seemed to spark a hidden longing within Alex, making her wonder if there was something more to this chance encounter. Then, on a fateful day, Alex and Max agreed to meet in person. As they shook hands for the first time, an inexplicable sensation rippled through their minds. It was as if an invisible thread connected their hearts and souls, awakening a dormant force that both had never encountered before. In that moment, Alex knew that the Love Algorithm had been activated, and their destinies were intertwined in a way she could never have imagined. Their meeting was no mere coincidence; it was the catalyst that set "Speed of Hearts" in motion, leading Alex on an extraordinary journey of love, self-discovery, and unlocking the true potential of her heart and racing skills.

In a world where medieval castles stand alongside neon-lit cyberpunk cityscapes, two young souls embark on a journey that will test the limits of hope in the darkest of times. Daglan and Rozeree, adopted siblings with intertwined fates, set out across a continent teeming with diverse races and conflicting technologies. As they grow from innocent children to battle-hardened teenagers, their paths diverge but remain connected by the shadows of their past. Rozeree, haunted by trauma she can't escape, seeks to forge her own identity in a world that seems determined to define her. Meanwhile, Daglan is driven by a singular purpose: to avenge his parents' murder and rescue his long-lost sister from the clutches of darkness. But in this realm where swords clash with holograms and magic mingles with machinery, nothing is as simple as it seems. As Daglan closes in on his parents' killer, he must confront not only the demons of his past but also the harsh realities of a world where hope struggles to survive. Will Daglan find justice and redemption? Can Rozeree outrun her demons and claim her own destiny? Or will the darkness that threatens to consume them both prove too powerful to overcome? Dive into this dark fantasy where medieval lore collides with futuristic innovation, and discover whether the flame of hope can truly endure in the face of unimaginable adversity.

He was reborn and bound to the system. With the help of the system, he conquered all kinds of beautiful mature women with big breasts and fat butts, as well as pretty school girls with cute faces. "Damn it, how could I not be born hard!" It must be the fault of the system! I still finish it every day... . . . Cover Image By: Cosmic Neon

Vesper was meant to be a messiah. Born with darkness behind her left eye and the ability to touch vast alien consciousnesses, she was raised by the Church of the Eternal Eye to be their bridge to powers beyond comprehension. But when she discovered their true intentions – to use her as a living gate for entities that would destroy our world – she escaped, leaving devastation in her wake. Now, the Church desperately seeks a replacement, seeding innocent people with fragments of eldritch power that drives most to madness and death. Working with a resistance group led by the enigmatic Marcus, Vesper races to stop the very atrocities she was trained to enable. But as the body count rises and new patterns emerge in the Church's activities, she faces an impossible choice: confront the destiny she fled, or watch as the Church tears apart the city trying to create a new messiah. Complicating matters is a dangerous attraction to someone she should consider an enemy, forcing Vesper to question everything she thinks she knows about allegiance, redemption, and the true nature of the forces she can touch but never fully understand. As the barriers between dimensions grow thinner and an ancient convergence approaches, Vesper must decide if saving humanity means sacrificing her own. I will be publishing this novel on RoyalRoad.

After a failed hack targeting the megacorp Elysium Industries, streetwise netrunner Kael Veyr discovers a cryptic data-shard containing the Ætheric Codex, a fragmented AI program that reveals a hidden network called the Circuitous Veil. This digital realm mirrors an occult hierarchy of "Layers"—ascension tiers that grant godlike powers but risk erasing one’s humanity. To survive, Kael must navigate a dangerous game between corporate assassins, rogue AIs, and secret societies like the Order of the Shattered Circuit, who believe he’s the "Ghost in the Code," a prophesied entity who can merge technology and mysticism to ascend beyond the Layers.

In Lumina City, where neon-lit skyscrapers pierce the clouds and fortunes are made or lost in a heartbeat, Kaito Renji is a nobody. But when a mysterious golden coin unlocks The Perks—a system only he can see—his life changes forever. With The Perks, Kaito can manipulate money, transform his body, and buy influence in the city’s cutthroat political arena. From a broke high schooler to a billionaire mogul, his rise is unstoppable. Yet, as his wealth and power grow, so does the mystery surrounding him. Who is Kaito Renji? Where did The Perks come from? And why do the city’s shadowy elites watch his every move with a mix of awe and suspicion? In a world where money rules and secrets are the ultimate currency, Kaito must navigate a web of intrigue, danger, and hidden agendas

A year before a mysterious tower appeared, the world began to change. Earthquakes and other disasters struck at the same time, creating chaos. Then, one day, a mysterious golden key appeared to Neon. From that moment, odd and unsettling events began to unfold in his life. Will this key bring him misfortune, or will it be his path to something greater?

“On a certain day, To an uncertain parent, A child of both male and female shall be born, Under all the stars in the sky, And they shall unite all nations as one, Bringing peace forevermore.” In a world of myth and magic, torn by war and desire, such a prophecy was made foretelling the coming of a messiah that shall unify all under their banner. On the promised day, a disgraced, pregnant noblewoman fled her country to seek peace and shelter away from a great war. On the run, she gave birth to a beautiful child who claimed to be the future king. From that day forth, the child set out to fulfill their destiny and find out what it truly means to be a king and savior.