I Return For Nothing

Amidst the scent of war, the Seven Wonders disappear from the face of the earth. Dangerous adventurers who are known for the devastating prowess of the 7, they are the criminals responsible for conspiring with the Demons who were now invading Humankind. Aster, a beginning adventurer, is the key to unlocking the secrets behind the Seven Wonders, and being tasked with the special mission to discover the whereabouts of the Seven Wonders, he begins his lifelong mission whilst attending the Royal Knight's Academy to reclaim a lost power.

The journey of Mr Luka Fabio, a detective under Era organization,discovering the story behind the murder of his brother Escarbo just began, as his commander assigned him a task in Detroit to find out the plans of the minions of his brother's killer. On the other hand Myra Cairo is a prosecutor and advocate of crime and homicide investigations and was suddenly partnered with an old friend and hades himself Mr Luka after getting caught up in her sister's crime. Would they answer the long intended question of who is the killer?

Cassie Porter is a seasoned operative who believes she has completed her final mission. However, a mysterious briefcase leads her down a perilous path, entangling her in a web of deceit and betrayal she thought she'd left behind. As she fights to escape a powerful shadow from her past, she finds herself hunted by Adam, the man who once saved her but now wants her dead. With only cryptic clues to guide her, Cassie must uncover the truth and confront the darkness within herself. There is no turning back; she’s on a path with no return.

When he dies in his bed due to his advanced age, he still remembers an NPC from an MMORPG that he played in his youth, without understanding why he has never forgotten her. When he opens his eyes again, he finds the ruins of what was the beginning of that game. Has he returned to a place that never truly existed? Will he be able to survive? Will he find her?

-R18- Modern-Fantasy-Life Changing- Jain Sen is a regular person in his late 20s, living an ordinary life without any real direction. He's single and has never been in a relationship. One night, Jain encounters a Genie who offers him a deal: his soul for the chance to live in a parallel universe that mirrors our own. This universe has one twist: he'll remember everything from his current life, allowing him to anticipate events. Additionally, the Genie provides him with skills and a system that don't exist here. The Genie also grants Jain the power to start over from the past and gives him a jinn as a lover who will help him achieve his goals and cherish him deeply. Jain accepts these conditions and travels back in time to the past. Now, he has the opportunity to transform his mundane life into something thrilling. Will he succeed in changing his destiny and live happily with his lover? Or will unforeseen events unfold because he's in a different universe? Time will reveal the answers. For now, let me share with you my story of turning my dull life into an exciting adventure. Please Check the Artwork On My Patreon: patreon.com/Som_Me ------- The story is made up. It's not about real people or situations. Any resemblance to actual events or individuals is purely coincidental. I created this story for entertainment purposes only. The characters, places, and events are fictional. I hold no liability for any misunderstandings or misinterpretations of the content.----------

The newly rebirthed Nora does not want the love of the man she had given her life. What she wants is to reach a position where she could look down at others and take her revenge from those who had hurt her and killed her. Even in her death, they have proved that she was a fake. “I will return everything tenfold!” this time she did not run behind her hero, her sister can have him. She would be wealthy instead. Sylvanus Mccoy had never looked down from where he was, for him life only meant perfection. Yet, he found himself attracted to a woman who made mistakes like breathing. He took a fancy to her but she avoided him. “I am teaching you romance!” he frowned when she did not cooperate with his first kiss. “Ha, i need you to teach me how to take over your business.” her chest heaved with anger but she was sure she felt something strange there too. “Ah, that. It is very simple. Marry me, and be the owner of it.” “.........”

Things happen for a reason. That's what the newly minted Isabelle thought when she realized she was left to become an amnesiac ghost in the back of a mountain. Luckily for her, four humble brothers shelter her, and give her the life she dreamed about. The gentle and caring Ethan! The quiet and honest Lucas! The sharp and intense Joseph! The cheerful and lovely Felix! Isabelle: I have no idea who to choose, so I choose them all! The four brothers: YES!

(A EARTH-23 Escapade straight from the Elder Age!) My name is Kali of the Bloombergs, well formerly of the Bloombergs. I have elected to participate in the current war between Androcien, Goddess of Knowledge and Erosa and Narvath, The Goddess of Love and War respectively. I hope to make a name for myself and prove that i can be a warrior. Just like my grandfather. ......... I really hope this isn't all a big mistake.

In the Grand War Long Tian killed the Devil Emperor but died alongside him when he self destructed. Billions of years later Long Tian awakens to find that he had reincarnated. All of his friends and all of his enemies had all died. He was alone in an unfamiliar world. Careful to not make the mistakes of the past, he vows to cultivate and return to the peak of cultivation once again. But things may not progress as he desires. For as he awakes, so does the darkness. PS: To all those who came here because the name says demon, the MC isn't really a demonic type. The name is pretty much unrelated to the MC, and isn't explained until much later. The first seven chapters are world building, and an explanation of MC reincarnating. The story only starts from chapter eight onward. So please read ten chapters before giving it a grade. ------------------------------------------------ Important links Cultivation stage https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ulZE0tUzFzbLaYuCClUzmHLyfv15rzey/view?usp=sharing https://tinyurl.com/yxw4c8kd Map https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CVac5-aHyO7N8a1geOVJZSJQo5_pqPJ8/view?usp=sharing https://tinyurl.com/y3hanccc -------------------------------------------------- Also if anyone would be a dear and help me set up a proper book cover, it would be much appreciated. --------------------------------- Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/user?u=20553953 Paypal link : paypal.me/idkwtsvs

Suddenly, humans are transported to a space disconnected from earth, and are told by an angel to survive monthly trials, they are given skills of course... but Kalin gets no skills only one mysterious title [Jack of Nothing]

This story follows a teenager named Noah. who is fated to suffer. One day hanging around with his friends he was killed and found himself in a body of a teenager named Roy. This story follows his journey to stand at the top of the world and unveil the biggest mysteries of the universe; and most importantly taking his revenge. I'll upload a chapter everyday with word count equal to or greater than 1.5 k words . I won't delete any reviews like other authors do. it's my first novel and i hope to learn from it,so don't shy away from giving constructive criticism. English is NOT my native language; Nonetheless, I will be open to any grammatical corrections. I will keep the first 50 chapters free. Discord: https://discord.gg/9WBtxZUy

Cursed with perfect foresight in his second life as a noble heir, Aldrich Vale is dying of boredom. Every scheme, every political play, every "shocking" event at his prestigious academy unfolds exactly as he predicts—until he decides to break the system just to see it burn. But his game of chaos awakens something darker. Now childhood friends reveal deadly secrets, rival heirs circle like wolves, and ancient families move their pieces in a game far more sinister than he imagined. In a world where noble blood determines everything, Aldrich must realize: is he really the puppet master of chaos, or just another piece on someone else's board?

In a world filled with magic and battles, the Kaze Clan stands as a symbol of strength and honor. The young clan leader, Raito is a cheerful and optimistic figure, filled with hopes of leading his clan to a glorious future. Known as the one who always entertains and motivates his friends, Raito greatly admires Ren a wise senior mentor. However, behind the smiles and happiness, Ren harbors dark ambitions. He collaborates with the evil sorcerer Kuro plotting a betrayal that will destroy the Kaze Clan. During the clan's annual festival, Kuro launches a brutal attack that results in the massacre of all clan members, while Ren pretends to fight against the enemy. Raito, the sole survivor thanks to the sacrifices of his clan members, feels his heart shatter and is filled with deep regret. After managing to kill Kuro, he discovers evidence of Ren's betrayal, making him feel betrayed by the person he had trusted the most. Determined to right the wrongs and save his clan, Raito finds an ancient artifact that grants him the ability to return to the past. Now, Raito is thrown back to a time before the attack occurs. In his efforts to protect the clan, he must confront Ren, who is still a part of the clan, while struggling to reveal the truth without causing chaos. With newfound power and knowledge of the future, Raito strives to change destiny, but he also faces internal conflicts that make him question trust and morality. Can Raito save his clan from the betrayal and destruction that awaits? Or will he become trapped in the same cycle of violence and regret? In this journey, Raito will discover the true meaning of strength, sacrifice, and love, and learn that even though darkness haunts him, hope and happiness can still be found.

Valeria Andromeda was known as a spoiled brat, feared and despised by many. With a reputation for doing as she pleased, disregarding anyone’s opinion, some even whispered that she was a demon in disguise. But one day, Valeria was found dead. To everyone’s shock, she came back alive—but she was different as ever. Jamila Dauda, a private agent with a talent for confidential missions, was still reeling from heartbreak after her engagement was abruptly called off. Lost in her thoughts and grief, she found herself on a rooftop, only to be pushed off unexpectedly. The next thing she knew, she was awakening in an unfamiliar body in a different era—she had become Valeria Andromeda. Now, as the new Valeria, she is surrounded by people who either want her dead or wish her gone. Driven by the need to uncover who killed her and why, she navigates a world fraught with danger and distrust. Amidst the intrigue, she encounters Alexander Theophilus, the cold and self-assured Duke of Corthian—a man who may be as dangerous as he is captivating.

In his previous life, he was the solitary Majesty who became an immortal machine in human form; in this life, he is Xiaomei, who began to yearn for the flesh after starting from a mechanical body. This is a story about the rational robot Xiaomei and the emotional and confident robot Agui, who stumbled and stumbled to return to their flesh, a journey full of laughter and tears, accompanied by songs and love. The author let the two protagonists fall to the lowest point in their lives at the beginning: penniless, even without their bodies, in the dark valley where there is no existence, they only have each other. However, despite the darkness and loneliness, there are always surprises and sweetness in life. This is another heartwarming adult fairy tale dedicated to the readers by the author, and another great adventure in an unknown world.

In times of a disaster or a calamity, people tend to help each other. But what if it's an apocalypse or a doomsday? Will people still help each other or will their true nature show? Bats and his companions who went to the electrical room outside to restore the generator to power up the Supermarket were betrayed by the people they just saved recently. While eaten alive by the zombies with resentment and regret......... Bats woke up from his bed. "Huh, where am I?" "What?Why am I in our barracks office? That's impossible, we died. We were eaten alive by those infected walking corpse!"

Xuanxi, due to the mistake made in the past life, the soul of the life was taken by the Jade Emperor, from now on three souls missing one. Genya, because he was bitten by the dead God after reincarnation, a new soul was born in his body - the dead soul. However, within the soul space of Xuanxi and Xuanya, there exists a dream space, through the Dafa of Heavenly dreams, to help them restore the memory and ability of their previous lives. Alien worlds invade the world, and the war between the two universes uncovers the greatest destruction in the history of the world. In order to find the real power against the different Yu, the twelve spirit children led by Xuanxi and Xuannight reincarnate into the world, open the seven seals of Flood wilderness. A catastrophe is unfolding...

“I Lord Tank Albridge, and my family, Pete Albridge, Cleo Albridge, and Fred Albridge, disavow Vinnandra the hateful as our blood. “Today, in one voice we curse the day she joined us, and we’ll forever celebrate the day she has left our ranks! Vinnandra shall not know us, and she is not ours to know anymore.” *** In a world of white-haired dragon riders and black-haired witches, Princess Vinnandra Albridge is born red-haired as the forbidden spawn of a witch-spy and a dragon rider known as the Hateful. Unwanted by her family and shunned by society, Vinn tries to get by everyday unnoticed and alive. However, her simple plans come crashing down when her family disavows her by removing her from her royal bloodline, proclaiming her a traitor to consequently serve as an official slave to the notorious Lenklock dragon riders family that rules in the North. There, it would seem that while Vinn might not be able to groom a dragon, she might make good food for one… not if she had anything to do about it. Vowing to fight for her life and rise above others, Vinn must learn how to break through her blood and reach to whatever minute strength she possesses and become a dragon rider… or something. And it would seem Vinnandra’s vows would be realised in the form of Xander Lenklock—a troubled man and problematic heir who charges into her life, proclaiming a nobody like her his greatest ally and seeking her alliance. For the first time in a long while, Vinn feels needed and wanted—two dangerous elements that ignites feelings she shouldn’t have, and evokes thoughts she shouldn’t think. And in a partnership that might make or break them, Vinn was sure she would do anything to have Xanders’ body, heart and soul. Problem is, Xander has a fiancée who was there to stay… forever. But with her mothers past looming over her, and with shadows of the enemy hidden in the trees playing their ultimate move, even if Vinnandra manages to steal Xander’s heart, will she be able to keep it? Or will her dubious identity destroy everything she has come to enjoy? Will the powers she has come to possess swallow her? Or could she be the enemy that her people really fear? Be whatever it might, the ultimate question remains—Dragon rider or Witch… which is she? ***** VOLUME 1 (Beginnings): COMPLETE VOLUME 2 (Chaos Abounds): ONGOING

What would you do if you're given another chance?

Future generations have always been puzzled by the sudden disappearance of the Mayans. However, based on research conducted by experts in the past decade, their disappearance was not without reason. After deciphering a large number of ancient texts, a shocking secret finally came to light. The reason the Mayans vanished without a trace was to prepare for December 22, 2012. On that day, they would return to Earth, wipe out all of humanity, and reclaim their position as rulers of the world.

Micheal Yang always seen to have the worst luck. He was born into a poor family and He never really saw either of his parents most of his life growing up because they said they had to work to pay off the family debt. While growing up in east city everybody looked down on him. At school he was always the butt of everyone jokes and the teachers even picked on him. When he was eighteen he hit his low point when his childhood friend and girlfriend dump him for a richer guy. However as he got home he saw that people were packing up his things. "What are you doing this is my house" as he screamed those words two men in black suites approached him. They only asked one question " are you Micheal Yang ?". After he replied yes one of the men took out his phone dialed a number, and handed it to him. As he held the phone to his ear he heard a familiar voice, " Micheal, its your father. I know thing may seem a bit strange but please go with these men. They serve our family". After talking to his father Micheal left with the men. Six years later at the airport a private jet landed, at the tarmac many city and county officials lined up to great the young man coming off the plane. The mayor walked toward the man and bowed. " greetings young master Yang, we have been expecting you arrival for some time". The man took off his sunglasses and look at the city " huh East city it has been a while".

A boy loved reading and hearing fables of 'Heroes' to the point of idealizing them meets the harsh reality of the unfair world. The same boy was bestowed the title of 'Villain' for taking vengeance for his loved ones and protecting those others deemed beyond saving... Out of his ventures, he got blessed by the Heavens with a second chance at life, but not without its cost... In his second life, he faced the moral dilemma of whether to defy fate and become a hero, fall deeper into the abyss and become a true villain, or just ignore everything and isolate himself from the world. This is the story of a boy who was born in a cultivation world where might is right, strength reigns supreme, and he was deigned weak. Yet the world had no place for the weak, be it his family, his fellow cultivators, commoners, powerful elites... Against all odds, the boy reigned supreme, only to fall at the ploy of fate... He returns to the past, with the item he was being hunted for in the first place. Now, what shall his destiny be? This story is anything but a cliché, where a kid fights the world's strongest and saves the world from doom. No, he might as well be the one bringing the world to its doom. ====== Reader disclaimer: Please read the *Important: Read Before the Novel* in the Auxiliary Volume. Warning: Read at your own risk!! R18: gore, violence, deaths, tortures, indirect or direct references to explicit scenes. The MC is a villain, not some anti-hero or anti-villain, so it might be a bit brutal for some of the readers. ====== Well, I know what I have in mind for this novel. So, I am hoping I can continue the novel to its end, and you can just ask any questions regarding the book, and I'll answer them. I am a newbie author, so do tell me about any errors, and please bear with me! Thanks!! 1000~1300 words per chapter with 2 chapters daily minimum ~100,000 Words Free!!!! [All character arts and covers were made using AI] ////////////////////////////////////////////////// I have entered this novel for the WSA 2024 contest, so if you like reading this novel, do give it some power stones, golden tickets, and gifts. Thanks for reading and your support!! Join my Discord if you like: https://discord.com/invite/Qb86VeyvzP (You need to copy and paste the link to your browser.)