Heart Of Darkness As A Modern

Elric's life had been nothing short of a nightmare since his childhood. He was constantly bullied at school, detested and ignored by his family, and left with nobody to care whether he lived or died. The accumulated loneliness and suffering from decades pushed him into a severe depression, and he ultimately decided to take his life’s final decision… Suicide. One day, Elric's soul heard a voice calling out to him. "Wake up, Elric. I am the God of Darkness, and I'm here to give you another chance at life." To the God of Darkness, Elric replied with only two words… "Fuck off!" Now forced with the possibility of a new life despite his unwillingness… Elric must decide whether to become a puppet or forge a new destiny with his own hands. Will he overcome his traumatic past, or will he squander yet another chance at life? Join the Protagonist on his journey as he is given an impossible task while striving to become one of the strongest beings in a world full of Magic, Mythical creatures, Dragons, and Gods. ---------------- [[Author : The protagonist of this story is a scheming mastermind who doesn't trust anyone and plans everything based on his present strength, knowledge and circumstances. No Romance, Harem, or Fan-service here. The main character is also not an Edgelord or a Psychopath who kills people without reason. Character development is a gradual process as the Main Character learns to acknowledge and overcome his flaws. This is a story for those who appreciate a psychologically well-developed character. The protagonist is an Antihero character who exists in the gray area between good and evil. This is a story for those who enjoy complex characters, greatly improving and expanding World-building along with intricate plots. If you are looking for a story with a nuanced and morally ambiguous yet humorous protagonist in a mature and gritty world, then this is the novel for you.]] ---------------- Note : Character Reference Arts available in chapter comments. Discord Link : https://discord.gg/xR7vUzCYx9 ---------------- Note : Vote for the Novel for extra weekly chapters. 500 Power Stones = 1 Extra Chapter per week 1000 Power Stones = 2 Extra Chapters per week 2500 Power Stones = 5 Extra chapters per week 500 Golden Tickets = 2 Extra chapters per week 1000 Golden Tickets = 3 Extra chapters per week 1500 Golden Tickets = 7 Extra chapters per week

Zina gave everything—her heart, her trust, and two years of her life—to the mate who betrayed her. Pregnant and shattered, she cast him out of her life, vowing never to let him hurt her again. Years later, Zina has rebuilt herself, rising as a respected doctor in her pack. But her quiet life unravels when she discovers a hidden power within her—one that marks her as more than just an ordinary wolf. Just as she begins to embrace her new identity, Xaden, the mate who broke her, returns—begging for forgiveness and a second chance. To make matters worse, Zina finds herself fated to not one but two mates, pulling her into a dangerous web of love, deceit, and power struggles. With old wounds reopening and new threats emerging, Zina must decide whether to risk her heart again—or protect herself and the child she swore to keep safe.

Kidnapped then forced to- Wait! Thats somewhere along just the lines of the middle. I was in the heat of a storm and then BOOM! Accident. I woke with nothing in my brain or my wallet and no one next to me just nurses and doctors. I had lost it all and I don't even remember what I lost. So I was out looking for... I don't know what? And then Bam! I was Kidnapped, He didn't say much to me except that I was His! I shouldn't have liked that line because it was the worst line that someone has ever said to me even though I don't remember much. Humiliation! Humiliation! Humiliation! I thought I would never escape, this was my life now. Then tragedy struck, I was shot and hit in the head with something. It's time for REVENGE. Forget Love remember the Humiliation. He might love me now but why didn't he spare me at the beginning, why should I spare him now?

In an empire that places strength above all, Nathan grew up as a foster child in a village on the outskirts. However, he could've never predicted that in all but one day his life would forever change. The Void attacked his village, taking away all that he ever loved. Forcing him to now fight monsters and humans alike for survival. What's worse, he is the first human to have no affinity to an element.

In a world shattered by an apocalypse and ravaged by a deadly zombie virus, Fóntas's life is torn apart when she is forced to kill her own fiancé, Evan, who succumbs to the infection. Overcome with grief and rage, Fóntas vows to take vengeance on the gods who allowed this devastation to unfold. Her once unwavering faith turns to fury as she swears to hunt down the divine beings responsible for humanity's suffering.As Fóntas embarks on her quest, she encounters Father Mwange, a battle hardened priest who shares her hatred for the gods. Together, they uncover ancient relics and follow clues that lead them closer to the elusive deities. Along the way, Fóntas is haunted by visions from a mysterious system that seems to guide her, urging her to fulfill a dark objective: KILL THE GODS.Fueled by anger and driven by the memory of her lost love, Fóntas and Mwange journey through desolate landscapes and forgotten ruins, facing unimaginable dangers. With each step, Fóntas inches closer to the truth about the gods and the power they wield. But as the line between vengeance and justice blurs, Fóntas must confront the darkness within herself and decide how far she is willing to go to exact her revenge.

Eliza and Clara are best friends obsessed with the drama Empire of Darkness. After an intense binge-watching session, they find themselves transported into the storyline. Eliza wakes up in the body of Ruby, the villain she has always admired, while Clara becomes Luciana, the heroine of the story. Now on opposite sides, they must face the challenges of the narrative, keep their true identities a secret, and decide how far they are willing to go to change the tragic fates of their favorite characters.

In the sleepy town of Ravenwood, 17-year-old Lena Grant struggles to find her place. Scarred by a childhood accident and ostracized by her peers, Lena feels like an outsider. But everything changes when Kaelin Darkshadow, a mysterious and handsome transfer student, arrives at Ravenwood High. As Lena and Kaelin grow closer, they must navigate the treacherous world of supernatural creatures lurking in the shadows. Asher Blackwood, a powerful werewolf, watches Lena from afar, his motives unclear. As the full moon rises, Lena finds herself at the center of a centuries-old prophecy that threatens to destroy the fragile balance between humans and supernatural creatures. With her heart torn between Kaelin and Asher, Lena must confront the darkness within herself and make a choice that will determine the fate of Ravenwood forever. "Moonfall" is a captivating tale of love, magic, and self-discovery that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

This is the tale of an average nobody, who after his death got transmigrated in a new world. The memories of his average life flashed before his eyes, as he found nothing that was noteworthy about him. So in this new world should he try to change that, should he wish to be supreme, rise to the peak or to rule the heavens, but he's too lazy for that. "And how come all the names are so familiar. Don't tell me, am I in that novel?" Soon after waking up he realised this world was based upon the very first novel he read years ago. At first he felt happy that finally something unexpected happened in his life. But that happiness was short lived as he remembered the plot of the book and the crisis that was coming for the world. If that wasn't enough he was living in the body of Rio Raven Blake - avatar of Nyx. Known by his other names like The last dark spawn, The first fallen or The infamous Devil. In a world brimming with dungeons, towers, Gods, Demons, monsters and magic - our MC finds himself trapped in the body of the last villain. "I don't care about the novel plot, I'll just ignore it, and live my life peacefully." At least that was his plan, until he heard a voice in his head , that he's been waiting for all this time. [DING] [TING] [TIDING] [DID YOU MISS ME??? ] 'The great villain system, what a funny name.' You can earn points by ruining the plotlines, and can get whatever you want. Let me see, I'm a master at messing things up. [What, someone is going to do a prophecy that I will become the villain after growing up - kill him while he's still a kid.] [what, this potion was made for the protagonist and the alchemist heroine - I'll take it with me.] [ohh you're the one who saves the protagonist when he was about to die - go to prison, you traitor.] [wait, you have a sister. but she is sick and needs help - here take this potion and work for me.] Got a money making slave for life. [What, my parents are fixing my engagement with the princess, who's also a main heroine, but will betray me later and help everyone kill me - Humph...just you wait...] Once the plot started many years later, at the academy entrance exam. Protagonist was shining brightly, breaking all records, taking first rank, but no one was talking about him. As the news came out that the genius of humanity Rio Blake, will be joining the academy too. Not only mortals, even Gods and Demons were surprised at this sudden development too. {Nyx nods at her believers achievements} {Odin says you've grown a lot} {Gauri/Kali challenges you to fight her believer} {Jesus prays for your souls redemption} {Anubis awaits your enemies doom} {Lucifer writes down your lines, as you take on the Devil persona} The protagonist just stared at the guy who took all the limelight from him, but his surprise turned to shock, when his sister ran and hugged the man, while crying her eyes out, saying she missed him and she was sorry. "What is happening? Who is he? {Apollo curses...} ## -- A/N - 1) NO HAREM. (I believe in soulmate love 2) MC doesn't care about right, wrong, good, evil - as long as he gets what he want, he'll do it. 3) He hates the so called righteous hypocrites, so don't think he'll be friends with protagonist. 4) MC is serious when it comes to relationships, so don't expect any kind of pokemon collection harem. 5) MC hates the plot, so he'll ruin it. Do not expect him to follow it or him trying to keep it same as written. 6) I don't like hiding my strength tropes, so not happening. He will be OP, and a badass. ## -- Join my discord for character arts and discussions https://discord.gg/zFTJsYP7kM DevilDarkness#0506

In a world where shadows lurk and monsters threaten the innocent, Haruto Raikou is just an ordinary high school student living an unremarkable life. But everything changes on the last day of school when he witnesses a horrifying scene: a group of menacing figures attempting to abduct his crush. In a desperate attempt to save her, Haruto finds himself caught in a violent confrontation that leaves him on the brink of death. When he awakens, he discovers that his life has taken a dark turn. Reborn in a realm filled with demons and monsters, Haruto is thrust into a perilous adventure. He joins a club dedicated to hunting these malevolent beings, determined to protect those he cares about. However, a fateful mission in a treacherous cave leads to an unexpected disaster, forcing Haruto to confront his deepest fears. As the line between hunter and hunted blurs, Haruto must navigate his new reality as a half-demon, grappling with newfound powers and the weight of his choices. Will he embrace the darkness within him or fight against it to become the hero he longs to be?

In the vibrant world of a high school singing club, shy and introverted Thesika finds herself falling for Alex, the school’s star performer and her charismatic senior. While Alex's voice captivates audiences, it's his kind smile and unassuming charm that steal Thesika's heart. Caught in the whirlwind of her one-sided love, Thesika struggles to balance her emotions, dreams, and the fear of rejection. As the singing club prepares for its biggest performance yet, Thesika's quiet admiration for Alex grows into a melody of courage and self-discovery. Will her silent love remain an unsung tune, or will the music of their shared passion create a harmony neither of them saw coming? “Wings of Heart” is a heartfelt story of longing, courage, and the delicate symphony of unspoken feelings.

Fade was a legendary assassin that could kill just about anyone, as long as the price was right and the reason was just. One day as he was reminiscing about his life when he lost someone important, he fell asleep. When he woke up he was in a weird place, a different body, a different world.

In a world where true humanity has vanished, a doll by the name Riona, created with feelings, longs for her own life after years of being passed from child to child. Her desperate wish to become human is granted by an enigmatic entity, thrusting her into a cruel and corrupt reality. As Riona navigates this harsh world, she clings to the hope of finding and spreading the lost essence of true humanity. This tale explores whether innocence can survive and shine in a world where humans rarely act like humans.

what can we bring ourselves to, just to fulfill our nonsense

in The Cursed Flower Fantasy novel there will be a girl around 18 age who was once forced to read a novel by her friends that gets her in a new world of a kingdoms of vampires and struggle to get out of there but she will be forced to work in one of the royal family of vampires and forced her self to pretend to be one of them her way back home becomes rarely to get. suddenly she will find a flower that can change her in to a real one and Ruth's journey goes to find her way back home... (hello new and old readers this is my first novel in Web novel please enjoy it)

Ezra Wolfe, an ordinary man in his late twenties, finds himself the sole survivor of a multiverse collapse, with every other version of himself perishing. He gains access to a mysterious system that allows him to rapidly learn and adapt, surpassing normal human limits. With a relentless drive to transcend mortality, Ezra sets out to master new skills, push the boundaries of his knowledge, and prepare for any challenge that comes his way on his journey towards permanence.

A man who's wife gets killed by a mafia and now the man has to work up his way and do things he regrets, His plan is to kill the boss, can he do it

In 'Whispers of the Heart', Rosemary Wambui Mbugua takes readers on an enchanting journey of love, heartbreak, and self-discovery. Set against the backdrop of a charming coastal city, the story follows Emma, a reserved artist who has given up on love, and Liam, a charismatic traveler with a mysterious past. When their paths cross, sparks fly, but their budding romance is tested by secrets and insecurities that threaten to pull them apart. As Emma and Liam navigate the complexities of their emotions, they must confront their fears and learn to trust in the power of love. With vivid descriptions, heartfelt dialogue, and a touch of humor, this novel explores the beauty of vulnerability and the courage it takes to open one's heart. Perfect for readers who enjoy a blend of passion and poignancy, 'Whispers of the Heart' is a timeless tale of finding love when you least expect it.

Centuries ago, Darkness descended upon the world... It devoured everything and anything in its path, unleashing monstrous beings within that decimated humanity. Fortunately, the survivors were bestowed with curses, granting them extraordinary abilities to withstand the onslaught of the Creatures of the Dark. - Without a curse, one's fate is sealed... Or so everyone believed, until now.

The underage child experienced a traumatic event when he witnessed his father killing his mother and was forcibly made by his father to shoot his sister. On the same day, he also killed his father, who was responsible for the death of his mother and sister. As a result of this incident, he spent a long time in prison, but due to a series of events that occurred in prison, he managed to escape. Upon escaping, he immediately went to the cliff he always visited and, in search of freedom, committed suicide. However, due to his strong and noble soul, he was reincarnated and tasked with continuing the legacy of the dark god. A dark yet sweet future awaited him.

Ever wondered what would happen if a gullible human doctor would catch the attention of a vampire? Not any time of vampire but an original the first vampire that was ever created. Enzo a naive surgical nurse who has always lived life based on his father’s terms had decided to run away and do what he pleases, loving the person his heart desired. Alaric a dangerous vampire feared by his kind and humans. One cold evening he was ambushed by six vampire hunters and was left for death but a human boy found him before he could die and helped him, this little act of genius kindness touched his old beating heart giving Aleric something to be obsessed with, his little human boy.

"As night falls, darkness descends upon the world. A new era, later known as the 'Dark Age,' begins, and humanity embarks on a new path of evolution. With ten years of survival in the post-apocalypse etched in his memory, Ye Chen is sent back to the very day the catastrophe begins. His only goal: protect those he loves and rise to the peak of this world... with the strength of an ant. Lost in the struggles of life, there is always a path ahead — one that will open just for you."

This book talks about the daily life of a young cat girl named Yuki Nakata, whose goal was to try and live the life of normal humans. Although not entirely different from normal human beings, she still suffers from the impacts of her cat-like traits and features that are visible on her human form. She used to live on a village far away from the city, where most of her relatives lived. Her curiosity took over her one day, and she left to board a train to the city on a nearby town. On the train, she meets a lady seemingly in her 30s. The lady struck a long one-sided conversation on the way to the city, where they exchanged info and bid farewell to each other. Yuki wandered off to a cafe which caught her attention, and so she took a break in the cafe. The waitress in the cafe grew suspicious of Yuki as she gets more polite the more she talks to her. Yuki ends up staying in the apartment above the cafe, under the waitress' care. She made 3 new human friends that day, which she was proud of. One of them was too playful and in a way, caused Yuki's cloth which she wrapped around her head to hide her cat ears to fly off as she fell on one of them...

In the shadowy depths of the forest, Elara’s life takes a fateful turn when she discovers a world of werewolves, hidden beneath the moonlit canopy. Drawn to the brooding and fiercely protective Kael, she finds herself entangled in a passionate romance that defies the boundaries of their worlds. But their love awakens an ancient rivalry, and the rival pack will stop at nothing to tear them apart. As danger lurks in every shadow, Elara must confront her deepest fears and embrace the power of their bond. With each heart-stopping encounter, secrets unravel, and betrayals threaten to shatter everything they hold dear. Can their love withstand the impending storm, or will the darkness consume them both?

Massive stone walls begin to rise from the ground on Earth, transforming the world into a giant labyrinth. Alongside this, strange creatures emerge, threatening the protagonist, Jack, and other cultivators. To maintain balance, humans are granted the chance to gain power from powerful creatures and cultivate their abilities

A young girl who is very nice is abducted by a cold-blooded billionaire mafia. He gradually turns her into his possession then into his obsession, but a traitor has stolen his heart, so all he can do is abhor the traitor and search for her if he can find her. The price of her betrayal would be that she would curse the day she was born. Will the girl he kidnaps and plans to marry ever win his heart, or will she just be his property to do with as he pleases? trigger warnings abusive relationship, drugs, slavery, dark, cold, sexual assault, violence, human trafficking, mafia, guns etc. so if you are not comfortable with these, please avoid this story. *I don't support any of these!!*

it's a story of girl , who used to be very happy , clingy etc.... but there was a day which changed her life completely . no one thought that the girl who used to be clingy and all will become a girl , whose heart is made up of stone . A GIRL who is hot as hell from inside but cold as ice from outside . A mysterious girl who belong to a middle class family , poor for world but rich from her heart , mind and from her whole body . So come with me on a journey of life of a mysterious girl

[WSA 2024 Entry] Please Support. _________ Silas, as a normal hot-blooded youth with big dreams and huge ambition, wanted to see the world, experience what it has to offer while living his dream life. But when has life ever gone according to plan? when has it ever been fair to anyone? Silas was hit with a reality check after graduating, if school was hard, society is harder. For two years he worked but nothing seems to be working out. He gave up on his dreams and ambition and his determination waned. After a long day at work one day, he looked up at the ceiling and made a wish, a wish he never knew will come true and change his life forever. He got a system, one that seems to be an all-rounder and it has his dream feature. [Ding!] [You spent $1199. You received 10x rebate of expenses made. You earned $11,990. The money has been sent to host bank account] "My dream life is no longer out of reach!" ________ This is my first book and English is not my main, I will apologize for any possible error. ________ Disclaimer: 'Getting A System In A Modern World' is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, locales, and incidents are either the products of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. This book may reference real companies and organizations, but these references are for narrative purposes only and are not intended to depict actual conduct or involvement of these entities. The use of these names and references is not meant to harm, defame, or discredit these companies or organizations. ________ Thank you for reading :)