Machiavelli

Betrayal is a wound that every man has felt, I wrote this story to show how it can make a man strong. "What is the difference between a hero, a villain and a coward? A hero uses his sword to protect people A villain uses people to protect his sword Both are better than a coward A coward has no sword, and uses empty words to protect his life A sword is not just a man's weapon, it is a man's ambition, and without ambition, a man is merely a coward. In order to be a hero or a villain a man must have ambition. The difference between the two is where that ambition lies." -The Dark Prince In 17th century France, the rich nobles control the world with a magic system called "Artifacts". Prince an innocent hearted prince of the Bourbon Kingdom, one day has his life thrown into chaos by betrayal, and inherits an "Artifact" that is the ancient spirit of "The Dark King". Through misfortune after misfortune, Prince eventually loses everything and starts his life over without a royal name. Prince vows to make his way back to the top hiding amongst the everyday people of France. Prince is a Japanese style light novel based on Machiavelli’s classic "The Prince". Although this work takes influence from it, the story, quotes, and characters are all completely original. It is mostly the concept of good and evil that is borrowed from Machiavelli.

In a world where the strong preys on the weak, a once considered to be the greatest genius of his time was now shunned by people he considered as family and friends as he awakened with a disappointing potential. Frey Sinclair never vowed to take revenge but his heart is now closed for the people who betrayed him, watch this hyper-intelligent protagonist turn the tables around with his zero bullshit mindset. "It is better to be feared than to be loved, if one cannot be both." -Some guy named Niccolo Machiavelli

FW by Bean Delphiki: How To Beat A Determined Sociopath At Their Own Game [The Good Way]: Don’t. The only way to win is not to fight. Run. Excise them from every possible connection with your life. Every. Possible. Connection. Including physical space. I’m not saying you need to move across town… I’m saying you need to move across the country. Or at least put a large state/region/province in between you. Excise them like the tumor that they are and make sure to get every little bit of connection removed. Permanently. Or they will metastasize and destroy more than you ever imagined you could lose. Your health. Your livelihood. Your sanity. Your family. Your freedom. Your hope. All can be taken away from you. Nothing is forbidden to them. They’ve got no rules. “Evil doesn’t wear a mask. It boldly ‘hides’ in plain sight. Give it an inch, and it’ll take more than you ever imagined.” Hope this helps, -Bean Delphiki ******* P.S. by Bean Delphiki How To Beat A Determined Sociopath At Their Own Game [The Real Way] "Evil doesn’t wear a mask. It boldly ‘hides’ in plain sight. Give it an inch, and it’ll take more than you ever imagined.” How to beat a determined sociopath at their own game [the Real way]: …you have to become them. You have to break every rule you hold just. You have to dig deep and become dirtier than you’ve ever been. So dirty that you’ll never be clean again. You have to do what they do instantly (understand people) as well as they do, but BETTER. You have to play your Trump card, just after they play theirs. You have to understand them, better than they understand themselves. You have to plan for any contingency. And hit them -harder than any decent person would ever hit anyone. And then hit ’em when they’re down. You need to hit them so hard that their reprisal need not be feared [paraphrasing Machiavelli’s ‘The Prince’]. You need to go for the unforgivable. You need to break your one rule. This is Von Clausewitz shit: total fucking war. You have to go nuclear at the first. You have to bomb Hiroshima. THEN Nagasaki. Just to prove a point. If you don’t have what it takes to do all this [and most don’t], DON’T EVEN TRY. Because to try and fail will lead to your utter destruction, root and stem. If you’re going to take a shot at the king, don’t miss. Because you won’t get a second shot. *The preceeding has been an artistic work of fair use fiction compiled from many sources, and a lifetime of experience. It is intended purely for entertainment purposes only, and the author assumes NO LEGAL RESPONSIBILY WHATSOEVER express or implied. The reader (you) assumes any and all risk from their own actions. This post is protected under the 1st Amendment to the United States of America Constitution as free speech. * Hope this helps, -Bean Delphiki

Life was painful and depressing for High Schooler “Marquis” till one day he's being bullied by members of a local gang till the man known as “Darkness” steps in to help Jamal and from there on,through a life of crime and fighting,Marquis rises to the top of the twisted streets to gain his future nickname of “Machiavelli”

In this uproariously hilarious web novel, join Niccolo Machiavelli, a witty and shameless freelancer, as he embarks on an unexpected journey into the world of xianxia—a realm of mystical wonders, gravity-defying martial arts, and eccentric characters. After a series of comical mishaps and a mind-boggling encounter with ChatGPT, an AI companion that becomes a part of Niccolo's consciousness, our protagonist finds himself transmigrated to a world where laughter is the best weapon. Armed with his quick wit, mischievous pranks, and a talent for turning chaos into comedy gold, Niccolo embraces his newfound role as the jester of this mystical realm. As Niccolo navigates through the realm, he encounters formidable martial arts masters with peculiar quirks, unravels ancient prophecies that make no sense, and stumbles upon hilarious misunderstandings that lead to outrageous consequences. From finding himself in embarrassing situations to unleashing comedic havoc in the most serious of circumstances, Niccolo's journey is a non-stop rollercoaster ride of laughter. But amidst the laughter and absurdity, a greater purpose awaits Niccolo. As he uses his unique comedic talents to bring joy and mirth to the people he meets, he gradually discovers that his ability to make others laugh holds the key to unlocking hidden powers and unraveling the mysteries of the xianxia world. In this sidesplitting adventure filled with witty banter, slapstick humor, and unexpected twists, Niccolo will face off against powerful foes, navigate treacherous comedic challenges, and ultimately discover the true meaning of comedy and its transformative power. Get ready to laugh your way through a world where nothing is as it seems and where even the most serious moments are ripe with comedic potential. So buckle up, prepare for laughter-induced bellyaches, and join Niccolo as he takes the xianxia world by storm with his irreverent humor and a smile that can topple empires. The stage is set, the comedic curtain rises—let the uproarious journey begin!