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"Don't you have someone waiting for you in Itaca Captain? Maybe a wife or a son?!" I was so furious I didn't even notice the complete shock on Odysseus' face, and his shock rapidly turned into anger as well. "WHAT ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT?! YOU KNOW THERE'S NOBODY IN ITACA WAITING FOR ME!" "HOW DARE YOU TALK LIKE THAT? WHAT ABOUT PENELOPE AND TELEMACHUS?!" "WHO THE FUCK ARE THESE PEOPLE NOW?!" And that was the moment everything I thought I knew crumbled. [!attention! Detected false knowledge and incongruity within the soul] [please remember that the odyssey from your world is a fiction created several hundreds years after the story took place] [this is not a book]

[Ding! You've gained 1 million views! The city’s most beloved heroine has fallen for your mysterious charms!] [Miss Mercury is obsessed with your streams. She’s on her way to meet you!] [Heroic factions are closing in on your location, but the Mindbender Heroine is aiding your escape!] [Ding! 10,000 views! You've gained 5,000 Credits and unlocked Stealth Mode (Tier 1)] [Ding! 1 million views! Rope Girl has noticed your mysterious charm and can't get you out of her mind!] [Ding! You’ve saved the city’s lower districts while taking down three corporate-backed heroes. Lady Fortress is secretly watching your stream, intrigued.] In Metro City, where huge corporations and flashy superheroes rule the skyline, everyday people are just bystanders in the ongoing battles between heroes and villains. At the center of this chaotic city is Scott McQueen, an average guy with one big dream: becoming a cool, shadowy antihero. Scott fantasizes about scaring off criminals while serving justice from the shadows. But there’s a catch—this world is full of flashy, attention-grabbing superheroes who hog all the spotlight. One night, everything changes for Scott. He stumbles upon the Harem Streamer System, a strange, almost-living program that offers him a shot at fame. With this system, Scott can live-stream his nightly antihero activities, gaining views and donations from fans all over the world. The catch? The more viewers he gets, the more heroines fall for him. Plus, with the growing fanbase, he earns rewards like money and powerful gear, boosting his chances of becoming the hero he’s always wanted to be! “Bahaha! The whole world is going to bow to me very soon!” He's not only wanted by the Hero Agency. He's not only wanted by mega-corporations. He's not only wanted by enemies he's destroyed. He's also wanted by superheroines!

What do you desire? Great riches and wealth? World-class fame and influence? Absolute authority and power? Or that which transcends them all? After a failed suicide attempt, Nick Lewis receives an invitation: [Become the Top Idol, and you shall be granted your deepest desire]. #Showbiz #Crime #BattleRoyale

He was the king of the battlefield, and the strongest instructor! He had trained countless kings of soldiers, all waiting for his command! The return of the legendary instructor to the city marked the beginning of a monstrous and legendary life!

Ahmet's laughter was like a slap in the face. "You think you're in a position to negotiate with me?" he sneered. "I don't think so, Asli. You'll do what I say, or suffer the consequences. Do you want more time to outsmart me? No.” She could play his game. She certainly could. A mischievous grin formed on her lips. "What would you gain from sleeping with me?" she asked, trying to keep her tone neutral. "You're not exactly known for your romantic conquests. And we're rivals, not to mention the fact that our families would kill us if they found out." She paused, her eyes narrowing. "So, what's the real motive here? What could you possibly gain from this?" There was a pause on the other end of the line, and for a moment, Asli wondered if she had caught him off guard. But then, Ahmet's smooth voice came back, dripping with confidence. "I’m glad to know you are well informed about my romantic conquests. Let's just say, Asli, that I have my reasons. And as for what I'd gain… well, that's for me to know and you to find out." His tone sent a shiver down her spine, and Asli knew she had to tread carefully. She wasn’t going to win this against him. “Show me what proof you have and I will give in to your demands.” With that, she hung up the call, feeling a small sense of satisfaction at being the one to end the conversation this time. ******* Asli is the only woman in the male-dominated Mafia world. She wears that title with fierce pride, commanding fear and ensuring that no one dares to cross her. But everything changes when she crosses paths with her sworn enemy, Ahmet. Ahmet and his family have been the targets of her carefully laid plans for revenge since she was six. However, Asli's mission takes a dangerous turn when Ahmet discovers a secret she desperately wants to keep hidden. With her nanny’s life hanging in the balance, she finds herself caught in a deadly game, one where Ahmet blackmails her, demanding something she has never given to anyone, let alone her enemy. The line between hate and desire blurs dangerously as she finds herself trapped in a situation that forces her to confront feelings she never expected to have. To make matters worse, Asli despises herself for the pleasure she secretly takes in his control.

Eileen Caldwell had always been the epitome of a laid-back individual. From her early years to her teens, her passion for leisure rivaled that of any professional napper. School was merely a necessary inconvenience, and she found herself comfortably situated at the bottom of her class hierarchy, much to the chagrin of her teachers and the bemusement of her peers. However, all of this changed on her 18th birthday signaling her transition into adulthood, a mysterious system was activated, one that would upend her world of sloth and slumber. Gone were the days of lounging around without consequence; instead, Eileen found herself thrust into a destiny she could scarcely have imagined. This newly activated system, with its stern mandate against idleness, revealed to Eileen her true potential: she was destined to become one of the most formidable mages the world had ever seen. No longer could she while away the hours in blissful ignorance; instead, she was called upon to harness her latent magical abilities and rise to the challenge that lay before her.

Felix was just like everyone else - someone who loved reading webtoons and manga to pass the time. Fast forward, he dies and gets transmigrated into an alternate Earth where Towers, Hunters, Quirks and the like exists. Only, the cheat he gets is his unranked "Charm", but it's faulty at best. So, he decides to f*** the script, and make his way to the top - not through endless grinding like those other protagonists - but rather "charming" his way to the top. Oh, right, his level of manipulations would make a certain death book-holder look like a saint. + Inspired Heavily By Regressor Instruction Manual + TAGS: Dominant/Yandere-ish Love Interests, Heavy Manipulation By Protagonist

Abandoned by his family and stripped of everything, a young noble is left for dead in a deadly dungeon. Born with the rare ability to wield mana but cursed with the inability to cast spells, he survives through sheer will and mastery of mana manipulation. His discovery that raw, concentrated mana can kill without magic turns him into a force to be reckoned with. Upon escaping the dungeon, he returns only to find his fiancée stolen by his younger brother. Betrayed by those closest to him, he vows to never return to his old life. With a newfound technique that mimics the effects of death, he becomes untouchable—a walking curse on everyone who wronged him. Kill any enemy with superior magic manipulation.

After losing his parents, Arslan stumbles upon a weird floating screen that shows off his stats and abilities. Totally confused but kind of excited by this new power, he quickly finds himself in hot water when some shady loan sharks come knocking for repayment on his parents’ debts. With the clock ticking, Arslan gets pulled into a dangerous world of crime, where he has to deal with all sorts of sketchy characters. To make it out alive, he realizes he might need to tap into his darker side and step up as a crime lord, turning his tough situation into a chance to take control. ============ Please leave a review and add the story to your Collections. Use your power stones to support the story. Thanks for reading

Dans un monde où magie et nature dépérissent sous les assauts des machines humaines, Lyria, princesse des elfes, se voit contrainte de sceller une alliance interdite avec Kaelen, un prince vampire. Entre rage et sacrifice, leur union improbable pourrait être le dernier espoir de leurs peuples — ou précipiter leur extinction. Traversant ruines et prophéties sombres, Lyria doit décider jusqu’où elle est prête à aller pour sauver ce qui reste de son monde.

In a bustling city teeming with adventurers and dreams, young Acer is just another commoner yearning for a life beyond the mundane. Living in the shadows of towering guild halls and echoing taverns, he often finds himself daydreaming of grand quests and legendary heroes. The city's heart beats beneath the surface, where a frequently visited underground dungeon lies hidden beneath the Adventurer's Guild. Determined to prove his worth, Acer decides to venture into the dungeon, fully aware of its dangers and the rival adventurers who seek glory within its depths. However, his greatest battle is not just against the treacherous challenges of the dungeon but also against the darker forces within himself. Confronting his fears and self-doubt, he must navigate a world filled with mystical creatures and the weight of expectations from those around him. Along the way, Acer forges unexpected friendships, encounters humorous mishaps, and learns that bravery is not the absence of fear but the will to face it, and yanderes....a lot of them. In a tale that blends seriousness, humor, and drama, Acer's quest becomes a reflection of the struggle we all face against the world and within ourselves. Will he rise above the challenges and discover the hero that lies dormant within, or will he remain just another face in the crowd?

I remember it like it was yesterday blinding lights hyped crowed and the the best gamer on stage performing live right infront of me. if you tell me right then that she'd be living with me I'd probably be overjoyed or dont believe you at all... but you know what they say. never meet your heroes https://discord.gg/UmYxRprzpJ join our discord where we share our interest in novels and other authors

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After a fateful accident, Kazuki's life is shattered when he begins to suspect he has become a Ghoul, a creature that feeds on human flesh. As he delves deeper into the shadowy world of Ghouls, Poachers and Awakened, he learns something worse. The truth is—he's a Ghoul-Devourer, a rare being that must consume other Ghouls to survive. To survive the horrors of this new life, he must hunt, kill, and consume his way to the top of the food chain. But as his humanity slips away, will he succumb to the monster he fears or become the ultimate predator? Also, the strongest Ghoul of the past era has taken him as a disciple. *** What to expect: - Unique Power System(s) - Weak to strong to OP. - 0 Confidence MC turns into a Cold and Calculating Anti-Hero. - Only One Love Interest - Climax which leaves more Questions than Answers (Will be Answered in upcoming stories set in the same verse) *** The end of Part 1 of Vol 1 (Ch-25) is where I'd say the real story starts. The end of Part 2 of Vol 1 is where the Protagonist would become cold and calculative. The starting chapters will feel very Tokyo Ghoulish, and trust me that's intentional as that heavily inspired me, but please don't drop this until you reach further ahead in the story. This story shapes up the world I'm trying to create, filled with different factions, goals, and the threads of fate guiding them. If you are giving this a chance then I'm very thankful. *** I'll be uploading 5 chapters every week!

Every investigation that gets assigned to S.C.I team are mass murders that are committed by unpredictable serial killers who use gruesome methods of slaughter. However , amidst the glory of crime scenes and the fiery battle of wits, the love of the young men still blooms.

On the surface, Chen Fan was just an ordinary college student, but in secret, he was a powerhouse that made all the big shots tremble in fear! Having never been a student before, how was he to play this role? "All my friends are living well, while all my enemies are repenting in Hell!!" —— Chen Fan.

“What’s this? I can see 1 minute into the future?!” This is a story of a school delinquent who—per chance—met a businessman who gave him an idea to solve one of his biggest problems; money. Taking his own path, André, who was once a person poorer than a mouse, will have his way to become the most powerful person on earth using the mysterious power he had obtained one afternoon.

Title: Tech Noir Setting: The story is set in a near-future society dominated by advanced technology, where AI, virtual reality, and digital crimes are everyday occurrences. Cities are sprawling mega-metropolises where physical and virtual worlds coexist. People often spend more time in virtual spaces than in the real world, with their identities frequently split between their physical presence and virtual avatars. Society has embraced the rise of technology, but with that, corruption, exploitation, and hidden conspiracies have flourished beneath the surface.

Amelia never thought the man she built her life with would betray her. But when David, her husband of ten years, casually hands her divorce papers and admits to an affair, her world collapses. Standing at the edge of despair, she contemplates the unthinkable. But then, a single thought pulls her back—her twins. They need her. And more than that, she needs to rebuild for them and for herself. Determined to start anew, Amelia takes her first shaky steps toward independence. It’s a lonely road, but her resolve grows with every challenge she faces—until a chance meeting changes everything. Enter Ethan, the powerful, enigmatic CEO whose world seems untouchable. Their connection is instant, but after all she's been through, Amelia guards her heart fiercely. Yet, behind his stoic exterior, Ethan sees Amelia's strength and vulnerability, and he's drawn to her in a way he can’t explain. As she fights for custody of her children, battles her ex-husband’s manipulations, and strives to rebuild her career, Amelia begins to realize that maybe she can have more than just survival—maybe she can have a second chance at love, too. But trust doesn’t come easily, and neither does the life she’s striving to create. “I’ll fight for what’s mine,” she says, her voice steady, even as her heart races. “Then I’ll be right beside you,” Ethan replies, offering more than just his power—he’s offering his heart.

Generations after the mechanic wars landed on Xandria and supposedly destroyed everything that was magical and pure, the planet is now ruled by powerful Royal houses and is at a fatal risk of reliving its years of death. The Skyfall prophecy spoken years ago when the mechanic wars ended seems to be getting closer to completion with every breath. War is brewing...

Rankers, beings that were created by the Divine Goddess 3000 years ago, The history of rankers could be drawn back to even the beginning of time, where the Goddess flood the universe with mana fields or magic energy. The Devine goddess creation of rankers, were 4 beings. A male, Calamity. A female, Sin. A human male, Greed. and lastly, a split half of the goddess herself, The She-Devil. Following the events of that, We Meet Horikawa Kyoko, A office lady who had finished college and got a spot at her fathers company after getting himself hospitalized. The universe had deemed Horikawa of being a candidate for ranker, Horikawa was summoned to a new world having to follow the examples of the person's body she inhabits.

Ji Shunuan was cheated on by her fiancé and betrayed by her sister! It was at the lowest point in her life that she had a car accident. Her heart turned to ashes, she latched onto the person responsible demanding accountability! She wanted to have a marriage with him to even scores, but who would have thought that he was actually Bo Jingcheng, the prince of the Beijing circle... As someone whose jar had shattered, she mysteriously squeezed into the top-tier elite. The expected calculations and traps simply didn't exist! She became the darling of the wealthy family. Her ex-fiancé came back begging to reunite, and the next second, he went bankrupt. Her sister tried to set her up, and the next second, she was kidnapped and had her leg broken. Her parents tried to lay a guilt trip, but they were chased and bitten by Zang Ao for nine streets, nearly biting the dust. "I, the strong woman, will never give up, I, want, a, divorce," Ji Shunuan thought terrified, wanting to run away. The next second, she was blocked at the doorway by the man. "Wife, be good! I'm not forcing you to have kids, I just want the status," Bo Jingcheng said in a hoarse voice. Everyone in the Beijing circle knew that the prince was overbearingly affectionate to his wife, all for the sake of status...

A noir story, to discover who took the life of his wife, but it seems the noir knows who it is all along.

Zaky is a high school student living a hard life as an orphan. Staying in an orphanage and relying on government support to continue his education, Zaky faces daily challenges. At school, he is often bullied for his worn-out uniform and for walking home on foot. But Zaky holds on to one dream: to own a luxury sports car, a symbol of success he yearns for. One day, Zaky gets hit by a motorcycle on his way home and ends up in the hospital. Though his injuries are not life-threatening, he falls unconscious. While unconscious, he hears a mysterious voice offering him a Wealth System—a powerful system that will guide him toward becoming rich through a series of missions. Each mission promises to grant him knowledge about starting and growing businesses, with progressively more challenging tasks yielding greater rewards, from small-scale businesses to global enterprises. Zaky eagerly accepts, determined to escape the cycle of bullying and poverty. His initial goal is simple: to buy the car he’s always dreamed of. But as he completes missions and grows his wealth, Zaky realizes that his journey is far bigger than he ever imagined. Along the way, he uncovers dark secrets about the true origin of the Wealth System. Now, Zaky must choose: will he pursue limitless power and fortune, or will he stay true to himself? This is a story of ambition, betrayal, and personal growth, where Zaky sets out to prove that even without parents or support, he can become the wealthiest person in the world.

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Li Xiaojun, a 20-year-old game addict and part-time delivery guy, has always been a sucker for those "overpowered system gacha" novels he reads during his lunch breaks. In real life, however, he’s stuck in a dead-end job, barely scraping by in the overcrowded, city of Newer Borealis in the year 2030. His only real joy comes from playing his favorite MMO, "Murim Conquest," where he constantly gets beaten by kids with better gear and deep pockets. One day, after an unfortunate accident involving his bike, a vending machine, and a noodle shop's mascot robot, Xiaojun wakes up to find himself in a strange, futuristic world that looks suspiciously like Murim Conquest—except it’s not a game, it's real. Oh, and also, He has a system like the one he had in his game, one that allowed him to use this gacha to roll for advantages. Will he survive in this new world? Or will he fall prey to the dog-eat-dog nature of this world?

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