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Title: Wall Street Vengeance Genre: Mystery / Crime / Action / Psychological Growth / Revenge Setting: Modern-day New York, where the glittering towers of Wall Street hide a dark underworld intertwined with corrupt politicians and criminal syndicates. At its heart is the "Blue Ocean Project," an illegal biotech experiment protected by powerful figures. Plot Summary: Chapters 1–5: Descent into Darkness Jack Morgan, once a successful investment banker, returns from prison to find his career usurped by Richard Langley. Blacklisted, Jack descends into the city's underbelly, meeting Emily, a hacker, and Isabella, who reveals that the "Blue Ocean Project" is more than just money laundering—it's a dangerous government-sanctioned experiment. Jack suspects he was framed to protect this conspiracy. Chapters 6–10: Shadows and Schemes Discovering Richard’s vast influence over finance, politics, and crime, Jack realizes the danger he faces. Chinatown gang leader Ali pressures them for intelligence on the project. Through violent confrontations, Jack evolves from a corporate elite into a hardened survivor, building his own network of allies and informants. Chapters 11–15: Counterstrike Formation After escaping Ali’s ambush, Jack consults John, a streetwise strategist. With new insights, Jack plans to infiltrate Richard’s empire using Isabella’s connections, gather evidence, and expose the conspiracy publicly. His goal shifts from survival to justice, aiming to dismantle Richard’s empire and reveal the truth behind the Blue Ocean Project. Themes: Survival & Rebirth: Jack’s transformation reflects resilience in adversity. Justice & Vengeance: The moral ambiguity of personal justice when legal systems fail. Power & Corruption: Exposes the collusion between capital, politics, and crime. Trust & Betrayal: Highlights the fragility of trust and the impact of betrayal. Unresolved Questions: What secrets does the "Phoenix Laboratory" hold? Who is John, and what is his past? Will Ali discover Jack’s plan? Does Isabella have hidden motives? Style & Tone: Fast-paced, gritty, and intense, blending sharp dialogue with psychological depth. The narrative contrasts urban decay with corporate opulence, delivering action-packed sequences and intricate schemes. Themes of identity, redemption, and resistance resonate throughout, making Jack a symbol of defiance against systemic oppression.

A modern-day elite is inexplicably transported into a mystical world of swords and immortals. There, he becomes a disciple of Mount Shu, wages war along the eastern shores, and engages in a fierce battle with the Enchanting Dragon King. He encounters the mechanized marvels of the Mo Clan, the intricate contraptions of the Gongshu family, and the arcane mysteries of the Formation Wraith. A realm of wonders and peril awaits him. Witness how he rises above all, bending the heavens to his will and laughing proudly at the world below.

``` [Agriculture]+[Espace]+[Réconfortante]+[Prospérité]+[Vaincre la racaille] Mo Yan, réduite en cendres par une explosion, renaissait à l'époque ancienne, devenant une petite fille de fermiers en fuite de la famine ! Au-dessus d'elle, un père Érudit gentil et beau - pas mal ! En dessous d'elle, une paire de frères et sœurs jeunes et adorables - très bien ! Mais vraiment, elle avait l'impression de mourir une seconde fois, vous savez ? Être en fuite, sans nourriture, boisson ou abri était une chose, mais devoir toujours se garder des méchants qui pourraient la capturer pour combler leur faim en était une autre ! Heureusement, son Espace évolutif de sa vie précédente l'avait suivie, mais quoi diable - cet incroyable Espace avec des montagnes, de l'eau et de la viande à manger avait été formaté ! Face à une situation désespérée, Mo Yan raviva son esprit combatif : Et alors si c'est formaté, je ferai quand même fortune et bâtirai ma richesse juste au pied de la Cité Impériale ! Tailler dans les montagnes, planter des vergers, acheter des magasins, construire des maisons... il n'en manquera pas un seul ! Mais... il y a tant de fauteurs de troubles aux yeux verts ! Ta ferme est à toi ? Ici, je te piégerai à mort sans discussion ! Tu veux devenir ma belle-mère ? Bien, je t'enverrai une bande de veufs ! Mère te cherche ? Tiens, prends les papiers du divorce, garde-les, ne me remercie pas ! ... Quoi ? Un bel homme fait sa proposition ? Euh, ça... devrais-je me jeter sur lui ? PS : 1. Insister sur l'agriculture sans faiblir + querelle domestique atypique + absence d'intrigue de palais 2. Le style d'écriture est assez sérieux, et les valeurs sont normales (ne pas exclure les caprices occasionnels de l'auteur) Liens vers des œuvres complétées : [La Jeune Fille de la Ferme Abandonnée : Une Belle Campagne] Lien : http://read.xxsy.net/info/527965.html [La Fille Légitime du Général à ne Pas Provoquer] Lien : http://read.xxsy.net/info/473776.html ```

Devil’s Bedtime Stories An Anthology of One-Shot Horror Tales > “Not all stories are meant to be told at night. Some were never meant to be told at all…” Behind every nightmare lies a truth that someone tried to bury. In this collection of twisted horror one-shots, each volume opens the door to a different darkness— where hotel rooms rewrite your soul, shadows remember your name, and monsters don’t hide under your bed... they tuck you in. From cursed lakes and haunted towns to devils disguised as bedtime storytellers, every tale in this anthology is a slow, inescapable descent into madness, dread, and the chilling possibility that you were never alone to begin with. Once you open this book, you're already part of the story. And the Devil never forgets his readers. This is not a book for sleep. This is a book for those who want to know what's waiting in the dark... For those who are ready to stop pretending the whisper under their bed was the wind. For those who understand: > Once you start reading… you can’t unread what follows. --- SERIES FORMAT: Each Volume = One Complete Horror Story Every Release = A New Devil’s Bedtime Tale No Endings Are Safe. No Truth Is Entirely Buried. Every Story Is a Doorway You Choose to Open. --- > “Once you read it, it knows you. Once you dream it, it never leaves.”

The hierarchy of Tao Cultivation is strict, and the life of a Loose Cultivator is difficult. At the age of ten, Mo Hua's Sea of Consciousness conjured a Taoist Stele. It could forge Divine Sense, learn Formation. Mo Hua would use the Taoist Stele to craft the Supreme Divine Sense, to comprehend the various heavenly Formations, and to strive for the Longevity Road. He would change not only his own destiny but also the destiny of all bottom-tier cultivators under the heavens. (Traditional Xianxia, no system, Formation genre, growth genre)

``` [Farming]+[Ruang]+[Menghangatkan Hati]+[Kemakmuran]+[Mengalahkan Sampah] Mo Yan, yang lenyap menjadi abu akibat ledakan, terlahir kembali di zaman kuno, menjadi seorang gadis kecil petani yang kabur dari kelaparan! Di atasnya, seorang Ayah Sarjana yang baik hati dan tampan - tidak buruk! Di bawahnya, sepasang adik yang lincah dan menggemaskan - sangat bagus! Tetapi benar-benar, rasanya seperti mau mati lagi, tahu? Terus-menerus kabur, tanpa makanan, minuman, atau tempat tinggal itu satu hal, tapi harus selalu waspada terhadap orang-orang jahat yang mungkin menculiknya untuk mengisi perut mereka adalah hal lain! Beruntung, Ruang yang bisa ditingkatkan dari kehidupan sebelumnya mengikutinya, tapi apa-apaan ini - Ruang ajaib dengan gunung, air, dan daging yang bisa dimakan itu telah diformat! Menghadapi situasi yang putus asa, Mo Yan kembali menyalakan semangat bertarungnya: Jadi apa jika sudah diformat, aku tetap akan mencari keuntungan dan membangun kekayaanku tepat di kaki Kota Imperial! Membelah gunung, menanam kebun buah, membeli toko, membangun rumah... tidak kurang satu pun! Tapi... ada begitu banyak perusuh mata hijau! Petak tanahmu milikmu? Di sini, aku akan menjebakmu sampai mati tanpa diskusi! Ingin jadi ibu tiriku? Baiklah, aku akan mengirim sekumpulan duda padamu! Ibu mencarimu? Di sini, ambil surat cerai ini, simpan, jangan berterima kasih padaku! ... Apa? Seorang pria tampan melamar? Uh, ini... seharusnya aku menyerahkan diri padanya? PS: 1. Tetap pada bertani tanpa ragu + pertikaian domestik yang tidak biasa + tidak ada intrik istana 2. Gaya penulisan cukup serius, dan nilai-nilainya normal (tidak mengecualikan sesekali kekonyolan penulis) Link ke karya yang telah selesai: [Gadis Petani Yang Ditinggalkan: Pedesaan yang Indah] Link: http://read.xxsy.net/info/527965.html [Putri Sah Jenderal yang Tidak Bisa Diremehkan] Link: http://read.xxsy.net/info/473776.html ```

Han Yi accidentally crossed into the Cultivation World and became an outer disciple of the Xuan Dan Sect. Sects, Immortal Countries, Sacred Places, Heavenly Demons—the dangers in the Cultivation World were everywhere. Fortunately, Han Yi had a Skill Panel. Alchemy, Formations, Talismans, Divine Abilities, Magic Skills... Just work hard, and everything will be alright.

When Chen Ke got electrocuted while gaming during a blackout, he didn’t expect to wake up in a world filled with demon armies, nine-headed dragons, and sword-wielding giants. Even more absurd—his soul now resides in the weak, sickly body of a fourteen-year-old noble heir in the war-torn Kangpeng Continent. But the real twist? A single strand of chest hair transforms into the very mouse he used to game with—now bound to his soul and unlocking supernatural powers with a simple click! [ Ding! Skill copied successfully. ] [ Ding! Enemy cultivation cleared.] [ Ding! Do you want to change the timeline?] Armed with a game-like system and his trusty mouse, Chen Ke can copy abilities, format enemies, and even send demon kings to the recycling bin! But with limited mental power and a world full of cultivators, monsters, and political schemes, surviving won’t be as easy as just clicking “yes.”

After successfully reaching Core Formation Stage, forming the Golden Core, Bai LangTian was betrayed by his own Master. His core was ripped from his body and he was thrown from a mountain cliff down a valley full of demonic beasts. However, he survived the fall. Now, in that cursed valley crawling with demonic beasts, with his old cultivation path destroyed, Langtian has found another path: Demonic Cultivation. To reclaim his strength and take revenge, he must consume the flesh and essence of ten thousand demonic beasts. _______________________ I will also be posting on Royal Road

In a world where mysteries lingers just beyond the veil of science, an 18-year-old genius named Professor Godred creates a revolutionary machine called The Rest of Soul, designed to connect humans with hidden complexities. Years later, a curious teen named Raikiri stumbles upon a strange star formation .Driven by confusion and curiosity, he searches his family’s ancient library and finds a peculiar book , that changes everything . Twisted his life in a different way

-NOTE- This novel is actually written before with the same author. The old version is deleted due to the hideous cover, unsatisfying flow, and vague format. This is the remastered version of "Oblivion in Felony.” Also, this novel is unedited; expect typographical, grammatical, format, and plot errors. Thank you! -SYPNOSIS- Takeshi Takahashi, a young man weighed down by the turmoil and nonstop criminal activities in Minato, Tokyo, eventually hits his limit. In search of peace and a sense of purpose, he moves to Shinagawa, where he reunited with a group-the mysterious crime-fighting clan known as Kakusu. He also reunited with his best friends Rikuu Suzuki, Akari Suzuki, and Ichika Kato, who are Kakusu's members as well. Takeshi accepts his role within a misunderstood group often accused of the very crimes they aim to prevent. Operating in secrecy, the Kakusu clan tirelessly works to break down Tokyo's criminal underworld. Kakusu's goal is to destroy and reveal their main enemy: Kaosu, a powerful, corrupt, and concealed organization responsible for the city's most heinous crimes, led by the enigmatic and dangerous person. In a city paralyzed by fear, Takeshi and his clan strive not only for justice but also to protect their name's reputation and reveal the truth hidden behind the facade of chaos.

“I Reincarnated into a Book I Never Wrote” "This world was never supposed to exist. I never wrote it. And yet… it remembers me." Arin Kael, a young aspiring novelist, dies before his first manuscript is ever completed. But death is not the end. He wakes up in a strange yet familiar world—a story he never published, never wrote down, but only imagined long ago. The landscapes, the characters, the rules of magic… all are born from the scattered fragments of his abandoned ideas. There's only one problem: He’s not the protagonist. He’s not the author. And the villain looks exactly like him. With no memory of finishing this tale, Arin finds himself trapped inside a living book—one that evolves, rewrites itself, and knows his secrets. Joined by Veyra, a heroine who claims she was erased from his forgotten drafts, and Mira, a witch who speaks in quotes from his real-life journals, Arin must navigate a world where characters are self-aware, plots bend like paper, and reality obeys narrative logic. But somewhere in the shadows, someone—or something—is still writing. Who is the true author of this world? Why was Arin brought back to a book he never wrote? And when the final page turns… will he still exist?

This is my personal edit of the original Novel! Made of several translations, grammatical edits and dialogue change. I live in the USA so my understanding/sharing of pop culture terms come directly from translators After dying alone in a mental institution, Fang JunRong discovered that she was the evil mother-in-law in a prominent family-doting novel. Her daughter-in-law was the female lead who was loved by all. In the novel, the female lead was kind and nice, and the male lead loved her so much that he’d die for her in a heartbeat. Her future father-in-law doted on her and treated her better than his own daughter. Fang JunRong, the evil mother-in-law, was the only one who didn’t care for her. She had gotten the evil character’s script and wanted to set the female lead up every chance that she got and finally landed herself in the mental institution. After she was rebirthed and facing her son who wanted her blessings, Fang JunRong tore up the script. Whoever wanted the role of the evil mother-in-law could have it! She was going to get a divorce and take half of the money, then she’d figure out where she wanted to go from there!

They called him useless. A failure. E-Rank trash. But when Han Trystan awakens the Skill [Book Formation], everything changes. Everyone thinks it’s a joke—until Han learns the truth: He can create anything. Weapons. Artifacts. Armors. Barriers. Even Skills. The system labeled him weak. He was never meant to follow their rules. He was born to break them. _ _ _ _ _ _ Unlock Bonus Chapters! You can earn bonus chapters through the following support: 100 Power Stones = 1 Bonus Chapter 30 Comments = 1 Bonus Chapter 2 Reviews = 1 Bonus Chapter All bonus and extra chapters will be tallied and released every Monday morning. Thank you for giving my novel a chance—I promise you won’t regret the journey

When the gods broke the world, only one man stood defiant. Zephyr, humanity’s last warrior, faced death with laughter and vengeance in his heart. Betrayed by heaven, burned by Tartarus, he died on his feet—a legend undone. But death wasn’t the end. It was only the reset. Given one final chance by the mysterious God of Time, Zephyr is hurled ten years into the past—back to his days as a powerless slave. But this time, he carries the memories of a thousand battles, the wrath of a fallen world, and a clear goal: Rewrite fate. Crush the gods. And break the cycle of doom. This is not the story of a hero. This is the warpath of a man who has nothing left to lose. --- Note: This fanfic is a passion project based on the manhwa 'Reincarnation of the Suicidal Battle God'(Doom Breaker). It's a non-commercial adaptation, assisted by AI tools for narrative flow and formatting. All characters, lore, and world concepts belong to the original creators. If the rights holder wishes, this work will be removed without dispute.

Dari Chat Jadi Cinta “Awalnya cuma iseng bales story, sekarang malah takut kalau nggak dibales chat-nya.” Rania nggak pernah nyangka, satu balasan story random bisa bikin hidupnya berubah. Kenalan sama akun anonim yang suka ngasih quotes jam 2 pagi ternyata bikin dia candu. Mereka ngobrol setiap malam, curhat tanpa takut dihakimi. Tapi lama-lama... hati Rania keburu jatuh ke suara yang nggak dia tahu wajahnya. Siapa dia sebenarnya? Dan yang lebih penting... Apakah rasa ini

Atlas, a typical drinking gamer, stumbled upon a game called World Weaver, a simulator that would let him shape an entire world in his own universe. What he didn’t expect was to wake up the next morning, floating above the very world he had slept to life. Follow Atlas in his journey to strengthen his world in preparation for a future conflict against other Weavers. At the same time, experience his world and its growth through an anthology format. Read as new characters emerge, experience challenges, and grow. Discord: https://discord.gg/Uw2EBTwFkT

LIN XIAOLU QUOTES## Why can't you love me for who i am—-If I say I love you more than anything and that i fell in love with you the first time we met or rather i have been in love with you ever since would you still consider my feelings—- #LU CHEN'S QUOTES; I can't love someone who has already been tainted at a young age… I'm sorry.. Find out what happens i. This exciting book of love, betrayal, heartbreak and evil plotting. Will Lin Xiaolu and Lu Chen ever find a happy ending in the future or the one sided love won't be reciprocated.

Yamete Kimochi, a lazy Japanese gamer, is furious at a poorly designed RPG boss that keeps killing him. Out of frustration, he downloads a cheat engine to hack the game—only to receive a bizarre message after winning: "Congratulations! You have been selected to enter the game world with your cheats enabled!" Suddenly transported into a glitchy medieval fantasy world, Kazuki discovers his "Cheat Engine" ability lets him manipulate game mechanics—but with ridiculous limitations. To survive, he must complete absurd quests given by GLich-chan, a snarky system AI living in his head. From duplicating bugged items to fighting monsters with broken hitboxes, Kazuki navigates a world where: - Slap the stuck NPC until his dialogue unfreezes. - Quests make no sense ("Collect 10 flowers… but the map only has 9"). - Fix the broken bridge… by reloading the area. (Good luck with that.) With GLich-chan mocking him and the world crumbling from his exploits, Kimochi must decide: Will he keep relying on cheats, or learn to grow stronger—and maybe fix this broken world?

In the luminous metropolis of Tokyo, two young heirs, Renji Tachibana and Ayaka Fujisawa, are drawn into an arranged engagement by rival families that lead corporate empires. The problem? They've hated each other since they were children. Amidst sarcastic bickering, forced alliances, and family secrets, every day becomes a battle—both in business and in the heart. Can they reconcile pride, legacy... and feelings they deny even to themselves? A high-octane romantic comedy filled with sharp dialogue, humor, and the vibrant Tokyo skyline.

I searched for you for many long years after you left me... Back then, i didn't know what to do without you. You were the reason for my existence and you still are. Years passed by, and my heart beat for no one but you... I stand now on the balcony of that abandoned apartment, Wiping the blood off my hands, exhaling smoke, as your laughter echoes in my ears, making my heart pound like it never did before... I won't make you wait much longer I've already found you. Don't worry, my little one... A smoker never quits smoking, And the obsessed never abandons his obsession! You'll always find me surrounding you, Just like smoke surrounds my life... --- ⚠️ This novel is protected under my name! I am the author and writer. No quotes or excerpts are permitted! All rights reserved. Miyana_mee

A newly birthed child is akin to a pure white sheet. And if someone had to badmouth about their behavior, it should be towards the parents because after birth it is up to the parents to navigate their children on the road of life. They paint their child with their ideology , thought's , emotion and sometimes dream. So how a child grows up depends on the environment and their parents. ••••••• Quotes: “One must prepare themselves to be embarrassed if they want to embarrass someone.” “One must deceive themselves to deceive others.” “Everyone wears a mask to hide themselves from the world.” •••••• Submitting this for the webnovel spirity awards 2024. Please support me. Thank you. [Warning. Mature content. sensitive content.] [This is fiction so don't take it seriously and just enjoy.]

Sky isn’t just a fan. He lives anime. He speaks in quotes. He dodges invisible attacks during class. He believes there’s a hidden power within him—just waiting for the right moment to awaken. Everyone calls him crazy. But he doesn’t care. Because he knows one thing: “In every anime, the MC starts misunderstood.” One night, during his 100th rewatch of his favorite show, "Arifureta", his screen glitches. Static. Then silence. And suddenly… A blinding light bursts from the TV—and standing there is Giny, the Anime Genie, a mythical being created from the energy of every anime ever watched with passion, tears, and snacks. Giny offers him a wish—any anime world, any power, any role. WHAT WILL HAPPEN WHEN AN OTAKU IS GIVEN A WISH

In the heart of Tamil Nadu lies Salem, a city plagued by corruption, crime, and broken promises of justice. When Mano Kanagaraj, a fearless and brilliant criminal lawyer, is betrayed and murdered for exposing a powerful political-legal conspiracy, his story should have ended. But justice has other plans. Revived by a mysterious force known only as the Lex System, Mano is granted a second life—and a powerful tool that transforms Indian law into a living weapon. Now armed with real-time access to the IPC, CrPC, RTI, PILs, and court tactics, Mano returns not just as a lawyer—but as a silent warrior of justice. With each case he takes, he exposes buried secrets, breaks powerful criminals in court, and navigates the grey areas of law with sharp intellect and unshakable determination. From land mafia in Mettur to corrupt MLAs and black-robed betrayers within the very courts he once trusted, Mano’s fight has just begun. But with every verdict he wins, a darker enemy begins to watch him—one who controls Salem’s underbelly from behind the judge’s bench. This time, justice won’t be begged for—it will be demanded. “I’m not here to argue. I’m here to punish. By the law.”

I am the youngest son of the Jaegal clan’s leader — and a failure. At twelve, they discovered I suffered from an incurable condition: I couldn’t cultivate or manipulate formations. To my family, that was the same as being dead. Without honor or future, I was sent to a place no one took seriously: the Low Mist Sect — a handful of forgotten monks in the mountains, with no warriors, no reputation, no power. The only thing they cultivate is silence. Mocked as cowards and laughed at by the entire murim world, they never raise swords — but they know exactly where swords will fall. And it was there, among shadows and silence… that I began to see the world as it truly is.

After losing his mother at seventeen, Rick Fyer made one promise: be better than the world that broke her. Now twenty, he lives by routine—no friends, no feelings, no distractions. Just work, workouts, and a goal to stay focused. Until a girl with too much energy, a poet’s soul, and a stolen bench flips his world upside down. She’s everything he avoided. He’s everything she can’t quite figure out. But as their connection deepens, Rick finds himself facing more than just feelings—his past is catching up, and his heart isn’t the only thing at risk. A story of grief, healing, and the unexpected people who help us live again. If you love introspective characters, emotional growth, slow-burn romance, and dialogue that hits like real life — this one’s for you.

[Warning: Mature content for adult audiences only (above age 18)] To be a superhero, you don't need misfortune, forced experiment, second chance after death or death of your loved ones. All you need is to listen to your heart. Eron Moon was one such super who became a superhero with his superpower "fantasy" and mechanical skills, only to build his harem full of superbabes. But, will he be only a selfish playboy? Or the best superhero ever? Peek in his adult tale in a world of supers. [Please read the complete synopsis so you can find reasons to read this book.] ... [Special note: There will be mmf and ffm type mature content too. Search it if you don't know. Then decide to read this book.] Other Tags: Harem, polyamory, superpowers, MILF, adult dialogues, R18, symbiotes, vampires, wolves, witches, magic, cultivation, consensual, metaphysics, action, demons, elves, dwarves, monsters, mutants, etc. The cover is devoted to MC's super mom. A/N: All characters above age 18. No manipulation, mind control, or forced sexual activity.

Bruce died and woke up one day in a different universe. Humanity in this universe is one of the strongest races, and they comfortably sit on top of the universal food chain. People here had the opportunity to awaken their talents and step into the path of evolution, allowing them to destroy stars with a flick of their fingers and possess mystical, unfathomable powers... Bruce possesses the [Infinite Cipher] granting him an infinite storage of skills that refreshes every week! “I thought your skill was useless...?!” ”What do you mean, slow down time?!” “What do you mean, you discovered alchemy and formations?!” “What do you mean, you have 72 types of immortality?!” “This is completely unreasonable!!” While others struggled to acquire the skills on their evolutionary pathway, Bruce skills refresh every week... “I'm just a bit talented, that's all.”

A newbie author suddenly came up with an idea for his new novel to practice his writing skills, but he blacked out after thinking of a name for it. Waking up from his slumber, he found himself in a strange white room that healed all of his scars and injuries. That's not the only strange thing, as he also sees everything from 2 perspectives: one from his original body and the other from a girl who is completely unrelated to him. Now both bodies shared a consciousness, his consciousness, it tried to find an answer by checking through the memories of the two bodies, but it only found his, the attempt to find her memory was met with failure. Her memories are nowhere to be found, and the only clue it has is a hole in the middle of her shirt splattered with blood, indicating that she had lost her life due to a stab to the heart. Accompany them in their adventure within the place that he gave the name to: Battle Tower This novel is in the format of the character narrating their own adventures so there will be a lot of things omitted since they aren't omnipresence or omniscience and the narrator can lie.

Ken Shimizu had always lived a quiet life. He wasn’t a genius or a failure—just a regular guy with a decent job in an indie game studio, an obsession with ramen, and a library of half-finished Steam games. At 32, he could code, write basic dialogue, and pixel art his way through most things. Nothing spectacular. But he loved games—not just playing them, but imagining what they could be. Then, he died. Not in a blaze of glory. Not even in a tragic accident. Just a poorly timed heart attack while stress-testing a buggy horror VR build at 3 a.m. He blinked. And opened his eyes to a new world.