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Originally from the slums, Adam was chosen as a candidate for an experiment to ignite the Spark - an entity that gives superpowers. However, he failed and was thrown into the Dead Lands - the place the world became after the fall of the Last Star, beginning a new era for mankind, dangerous and unexpected. He faced against monsters and dangerous anomalies, sometimes creating artifacts - the miracle of this world. Killing his first monster in deadly combat, Adam became a Phantom - one who could evolve, endlessly moving toward power. Follow Adam on his journey, from fighting monsters and exploring Dead Lands to endless evolution!

Cassian Ven Dyke, the bastard son of a powerful ducal family, grew up in the slums of Veldora under the care of his father figure, sword master Russel. When Russel passed away, Cassian was left with only a silver necklace as his inheritance. After putting it on, Cassian was attacked by three psychotic thugs who tortured him in an attempt to steal the necklace. Refusing to give in, Cassian was ultimately stabbed through the heart with the very same necklace. Instead of dying, he mysteriously vanished as the necklace lodged itself in his heart. Just before disappearing, he heard an eerie message echo in his mind: [True mana detected. Origin: Human...] [Human detected. Compatibility with system: Confirmed.] * * * * * * Discord : https://discord.gg/VYpeADXd38

Ashon is a young hardworking man living in a small slums outside the city and is struggling to make ends meet to provide for his mother who is struggling with an illness. He struggles with doing different jobs from hawking ornaments to selling second-hand clothes to working as a shop attendant at a petrol station, working as a waiter in a small restaurant, working as a city cleaner for the government to even working as a construction worker. Throughout his many jobs, he gains a lot of different skills but doesn’t care about any of them at first due to his focus on saving his mother from a very curable illness. One tragic day he gets a call from his childhood friend that his mother was rushed to the hospital after collapsing, selling groceries on the streets. She was then rushed to the hospital and was later discovered that she had cancer and was in the late stages. After six months of treatment, his mother dies, even when Ashon tried everything. That’s when one of the staff at the hospital gave him his mother’s belongings which consisted of her old phone with a voice note and a letter which had a message of a long lost relative. Ashon reads it and finds out that her mother was from a very wealthy family and that Ashon’s grandfather Adorn left Ashon with One billion dollars and realised the mistake he made by abandoning his daughter. Ashorn then disappears for nine months trying to understand why his mother was abandoned and he later starts to uncover the secrets of the family including how the new president who is Ashon’s uncle of the manufacturing company named after Adorn is now in control and tricked Adorn into chasing out Ashon’s mother. Ashon starts to plot to take down his uncle and together with the help of his uncle who comes back from abroad, his childhood friend, and his former associates and starts to take down the president of the company together with His uncle's accomplices and close confidants.

Tan Rou only learned that she wasn’t the Tan family’s daughter when she was seventeen years old. She went from being a rich young lady to living in the slums. The parents she adored belonged to someone else, and this series of knockdowns was hard for a seventeen-year-old girl to accept. She wailed like a child for the sake of proving this was all a lie. The vicious words she spouted had hurt her biological family but she didn’t notice. She thought the Tan family was her real family despite them seeing her as an eyesore, and was even naive enough to want to befriend the Tan family’s real daughter, Tan Jing. Alas, the latter drugged her drink and arrange for a thug to rape her. Tan Jing even brought their classmates along to catch them in the act so Tan Rou was now tainted for life. After being reborn, she looked down at the man she was stepping on. Tan Rou swore not to be a useless wretch in this life or be bullied to death. She would stomp on those who wronged her and make it up to her real family. They wouldn’t have had to die tragically on the streets in the past life had it not been for her. Tan Rou turned completely evil after crawling back out of Hell. Everyone claimed that the real young lady was educated and talented, while the fake young lady was arrogant and incompetent. Tan Rou scoffed upon hearing this. She held back her brother from trying to stand up for her. “We have all the time in the world. Let’s just wait and see.” Just as everyone was waiting for Tan Rou to make a fool of herself… A top-class perfumer, a top scholar, a world champion… The fake young lady’s multiple identities kept getting exposed one after another, bumping her up to number one on the trending search, shocking the world. Wait, where was the promised humiliation?

[Webnovel Rising Star II [Fantasy] Entry!] Show love and support with Power Stones and by adding to your collection!!! --------------------- This is the story of Khai, a man from the slums of New York who ascends from nothing to become a ruthless force in the world of diamond mining, crime, and power. Set in the Earth and Mystical World, the story spans eons and locations, painting a tale of vengeance, ambition, and the struggle for control over (OPM), one of the world’s richest diamond mines. He was a man surrounded by enemies, but also haunted by the ghosts of his past decisions: the death of his mother, his lost love, and the price of his own humanity. But, Khai was granted a second chance in a mystical realm—one where elements like magic, spirits, divine forces, and demons shape the world, offering him new possibilities and challenges. This is the story of a man who rises from nothing to become a legend, shaping the fate of those around him while challenging or even becoming one the corrupt forces that control the world. This is an epic of ambition, bloodshed, and power, with Khai's quest for dominance leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. ---------------------- This novel is full of Adventure, Mystery, Cruelty and Passion. ---------------------- Webnovel Rising Star II [Fantasy] Entry! Please show your support if you enjoy the story! How can you show your support? Gift Power Stone! 100=1 bonus chapter

Embark on an exhilarating journey through a realm of swords and sorcery in "Cursing My Way Through The Heaven." When Xiao Han, a simpleton from 2024 Earth, unexpectedly transmigrates to a fantastical world dominated by immortal cultivation, he finds himself amidst a society driven by the relentless pursuit of celestial ascension. Raised in the slums of Beijing, Xiao Han was instilled with the strict family principle of refraining from profanity. Despite his efforts to adhere to this code, his inner thoughts often betrayed him. However, a fateful encounter with his high school peers leads to an alcohol-fueled outburst, breaking his long-held restraint with a string of expletives. "Shut... the... heck... up, you lot!" He swore at the top of his lungs. And suddenly, a strong suction force enveloped him from the sky and sucked his soul into it along with his voice and he lost consciousness. In the blink of an eye, Xiao Han awakens to find his soul inhabiting the body of a prince in the Han State, marking the beginning of an extraordinary odyssey. Gifted with a unique cheat system, he discovers that his curses, infused with genuine emotion, unlock potent rewards and abilities. As Xiao Han navigates this treacherous new world, readers will be swept into a gripping narrative interwoven with elements of intrigue, adventure, and self-discovery. --- Author's Note: While rooted in the context of China's Seven Warring States period, "Cursing My Way Through The Heaven" offers a captivating tale accessible to all, regardless of familiarity with historical events. Join Xiao Han in his quest for power, redemption, and transcendence. --- Key Elements in the Story 1. Full Action Pack: Prepare for thrilling and fast-paced sequences that will keep you on the edge of your seat. 2. Kingdom Building: Dive into detailed and immersive world-building with the rise and fall of kingdoms. 3. Deep Politics: Experience intricate political maneuvering, alliances, and betrayals. 4. No Harem and No Strong Censor Words: Focus on plot and character development without explicit content. 5. Slice of Life: Enjoy moments of everyday life that add depth and realism to the story. 6. Adventure: Embark on epic journeys and quests that take characters across varied landscapes. 7. Humor: Find light-hearted and funny moments to balance the intense action and drama. 8. Academy: Explore settings that include learning and training, likely with magical or combat elements. 9. Competition: Witness contests and rivalries challenging characters and driving the plot. 10. Dragons and Other Legendary Magical Beasts: Encounter mythical creatures that add a sense of wonder and danger to the world.

[Earthlings! You have been summoned to participate in the Universe's Armageddon...] [The first batch of beta testers are now being issued!] [A total of 10 million spots have been issued!] [You have been selected!] "What the F***" Arthur, a teenager in the slums shouted as he heard the global announcement. [Talent Awakening!] [System...Error!] [SSS TALENT: Primordial Summoner] I was meant to summon a powerful primordial dragon that will carry me all the way. So... why? "I SUMMONED A CAT!" He shouted, looking at the cute cat in front of him.

No-one else matters but the rich. No-one else matters but the good-looking. This was Yadera's view of life. As the only son of the richest man in Africa, he was both good-looking and rich. That means, No-one else matters but him. Such poor judgement changes his life drastically as he crosses someone he shouldn't have. Forced to the slums, Yadera becomes the things he hates most and must fight for his ill conceived beliefs. But alas, life in the slums is far from the comfort of his extravagant home in lagos island. The chances of him surviving are nonexistent. And what the hell is a system and why won't it leave him alone.

Money that buys you out of the slums, out of a life where people look at you like you’re already defeated. It’s not about greed. It’s about survival. This is how a criminal is made, by a government that abandoned them. Left to fend for themselves in a world that doesn’t care, a young man turns to the only option left, the brutal, unforgiving world of organized crime.

In a future where humanity has already conquered the galaxy, a whole new realm of mystery and horrors beyond human comprehension opens up to them, the Primordial Expanse. For as long as he could remember, Alex worked in the mines of an asteroid so desolate it didn't even have a name. But to him, this was home. He knew that his future held nothing for him and he would die a lonely and forgotten death just like everyone else stuck on this godforsaken rock. That was, until one day he wakes up to the realisation that he would die soon, as the Primordial Expanse called for him. This mysterious realm is a place of promise and opportunity for many, but for people from the slums of society like Alex, it was only a curse that almost always guaranteed death. Follow Alex on his journey though the Primordial Expanse as he navigates his way through battles, trials and enemies to carve out a space for himself at the peak of the universe. *** [WSA 2024] This novel is purely a work of fiction, any names, locations and characters are all made up and do not depict or represent the real world.

Pathways leading to Purgatory leave the world in a constant state of fear. This hell holds demons that would rip any human to shreds. Then there is Kenny who wishes to be the most powerful Vanquisher to ever be know in order to obtain the status of a noble and get his family out of the slums. Though the boy’s dream is completely crushed by the cruel reality of the world. There are those who are born fortunate, and those who are not. Kenny’s first ability is a completely useless one. With his determination wavering, Kenny’s father begins to teach him how to wield a sword. Everday, Kenny trains in order to close the gap between him and those who were born talented. After some unexpected events, Kenny’s hard work finally pays off and he joins the Vanquisher Corps. Not only that, but he is chosen for an expedition only a few weeks later. Though not everything goes as planned. Kenny’s expedition squad was unexpectedly attacked by an A-Rank demon. Kenny made the noble sacrifice to stay behind and buy time for his team to escape and leave him behind. His sacrifice was not in vain, for his team had survived. He accepted his death, but began to reminisce his moments with his family and friends. This lit a fire in Kenny. He decided to survive in this hell and make it back home. No matter what. Now, he is stuck in Purgatory. As he begins his journey to survival and reunification with his loved ones, Kenny begins to uncover the horrific mystery’s and history behind Purgatory. As well as the dangers it holds. *This is my first novel and may not be to your liking since I just barely began to read myself. I would love any feedback from you and if you have any questions, don’t be afraid and feel free to ask them.

In this dystopian city of Arkana, two young kids—a young rich girl and her best friend, an orphan poor boy who lives in the slums—are suddenly separated when the government of Arkana decides that enough is enough and puts a wall between the rich and poor. They both made a promise to each other that when the time came, they would both look for each other again, and 15 years later, that time finally came when the wall was suddenly brought down.

Lars grew up dirt poor in the slums. With no family to help him, he spent everyday struggling to survive. With no other options for employment, he decided to enlist in the army at the age of sixteen. Two years passed since then and his unit was sent overseas to Tirynn. It was a country shrouded in mystery. Despite having an insufficient military might, relying on outsourcing soldiers to keep the peace, it was respected by all powers in the world and treated as a formidable nation. Lars ended up running into trouble on the first night there and was forced to remain in Tirynn. It was then that he discovered the abnormalities attributed to the nation's true power. Cover art by Hasen (@Hahobien) on Fiverr

Vlad, a destitute youngster from the slums, held an unwavering admiration for knights. Following an encounter with a bolt of black lightning, he started hearing a mysterious voice. One fateful day, a knight cloaked in the shimmering glow of the blue moonlight appeared, completely upending Vlad’s existence in the back alleys. This extraordinary event proved that even a faint star concealed among the darkest corners of the nocturnal firmament can still radiate its brilliance, should it yearn to shine. By Indra Scans Join discord! https://dsc.gg/indra

She is the very thing he's spent his whole life hunting. He is the very thing she's spent her whole life pretending to be. Only the extraordinary belong in the kingdom of Ilya the exceptional, the empowered, the Elites. The powers these Elites have possessed for decades were graciously gifted to them by the Plague, though not all were fortunate enough to both survive the sickness and reap the reward. Those born Ordinary are just that-ordinary. And when the king decreed that all Ordinaries be banished to preserve his Elite society, lacking an ability suddenly became a crime making Paedyn Gray a felon by fate and a thief by necessity. Surviving in the slums as an Ordinary is no simple task, and Paedyn knows this better than most. Having been trained by her father to be keenly observant since she was a child, Paedyn poses as a Psychic in the crowded city, blending in with the Elites as best she can to stay alive and out of trouble.... easier said than done. When Paeydn unsuspectingly saves one of Ilya's princes, she finds herself thrown into the Purging Trials. The brutal competition exists to showcase the Elites' powers-the very thing Paedyn lacks. If the Trials and the opponents within them don't kill her, the prince she's fighting feelings for certainly will if he discovers what she is...completely Ordinary

A world where taming monsters is the mainstream to survive. Cloud, an orphan from the slums, suddenly recovered his memories of a previous life. A man living on modern Earth, and an avid fan of sexy monster girls. Running away from the constraints of his current life and starting anew, he decided to throw away his name and live as just "Will". Join Will on his journey to pursue strength that will not bow to anyone. With support from his army of sexy and dangerous monster girls!

He Jing transmigrated into a book and into the body of a fake heiress in a wealthy family. Overnight, she went from heaven to hell. In the original storyline, the fake heiress resented the real heiress for stealing her position. She constantly opposed her, unaware that the real heiress had the halo of the female lead, and ultimately self-destructed successfully. After He Jing transmigrated, she quickly set three goals for herself: stay away from the female lead, stay away from the male lead, and live her own life in the slums. However, her seven supposed poor brothers became influential figures in their respective fields, and she effortlessly turned her life around! Even the male lead, who had originally called off their engagement, now... He Jing: "I'm sorry, we can't be together." Male lead: "Why?" He Jing: "I only like your character settings in the story."

In a dystopian world where superpowers dictate status, nine-year-old Asmodeus lives in the slums, bullied and haunted by nightmares. Orphaned and powerless, he struggles with deep-seated bitterness and a growing darkness within him. After a violent encounter with a dog, he discovers a disturbing thrill in inflicting pain. As the government’s public awakening ceremony approaches, Asmodeus must confront his unsettling desires and the shadows that threaten to consume him, fighting to escape the bleak reality of his existence.

Alexa's life is a never-ending cycle of exhaustion and heartache in a dilapidated house on the city's outskirts. Since her mother's death, her Governess has resented her existence from losing financial support with her gambling addiction. With each passing day, Alexa works tirelessly to make ends meet, cleaning up after her drunk guardian and managing the household independently. Despite her efforts, her guardian's reckless behavior only worsens, and soon, the weight of her debt threatens to crush them both. It's a thrilling tale of survival, temptation, and the high cost of freedom. Alexa is caught between the past and a perilous future. Excited but nervous, she moves from the slums of the Philippines to the pinnacle of American power and into the world of the Royal. Journey with me how Alexa navigates her life as 'The President's Daughter and her Royal Whirlwind Romance.' *** Follow me on IG, FB, Tiktok. @AJZHEN

Sei, a poor orphan whose life is about to end in the slums encounters a mysterious old man who offers him a chance to live. However that encounter will introduce the boy into a mysterious and dangerous society, one hidden from the rest of the world. Will the boy be able to survive his horrible fate?

The world dread at his name for he is the only one who could take their life without them knowing. Ken was an orphan who is bullied since childhood he grow up in the slums going around stealing for food until the day he awakened the Assasin system

Noah was a boy that spent his days with his alcoholic mother. Despite being born in the slums, Noah considered himself blessed. He had a mother and a job, and they could sleep with full bellies at night sometime his mother even touched his head, what more could he have asked for However, one day she died of alcohol poisoning, throwing Noah’s life into disarray. To top it off, he was sent to his so-called father, who had left his mother when he was just a baby. Together with his new family, his father left no chance to make Noah’s life even more miserable than it already was. And at the end, they even sold him to a slave trader for an opportunity. From the grief of his mother's untimely demise to sorrow and pain to anger and finally resignation. The cute little boy became numb and was about to blacken when he met a handsome boy and he…he…he fainted!! ---------------------------- When those beautiful blue orbs met the inhuman teal eyes of the villain, that was when he remembered who he was before this life Somehow, Noah, a not-so-ordinary college freshman who died due to unclear circumstances and was reincarnated as Noah, a character with the same name as him in a fantasy reverse harem novel he had read the night before. The problem was that he was the villain's lackey character in this novel, the Legendary-Ranked Beast Tamer who betrayed the villain mid-way and is revealed as a spy from the UHA. The Tiny baby villain extended his tender little hand to him. “If the light doesn’t want you, come with me to the dark side.” “Us against the world. What do you say?” “Why?” “Because I want you.” ‘Because from the moment I looked at you, I knew what I wanted to protect, at all costs.’ dclcl

Lirho who had gambled everything in his life and Lost and now in the slum and suddenly a mysterious Man walked out to him and said Do you want to be in the world of the terror? Lirho who had nothing to loss Accept The Man Offers and Fell a Sleep When he woke up he sees himself in a Medieval City there's a Castle Infront of him and Layers of big Walls and the the Endless Sky Now is looking black he fall back in disbelief

Born in the slums, Estelle is known to be the cleverest in her district. After seeing the sufferings people of the slums suffered, she decided to take the role as a phantom thief, stealing from the wealthy to return the rights of the poor— that is until a horrible accident happened which almost took her life and made her decide to quit for good. Things went even better for Elle, or worse, as she was revealed to be the missing daughter of Count Arthur. A wealthy noble’s daughter anyone had dream to be! While her father seemed delighted to greet her, her step mother and sister seemed to have held an opposing emotion. She thought she could ignore their bullying or perhaps continue her life back in the slums but realized that her father seemed to hold more secrets than he shows- a secret that could get her killed by the supernaturals who seemed to have regarded her as their "prey" She thought things couldn't get even worse, but god she was wrong! Out of everything she could do, Elle had mistakenly caught the eyes of Lord Magnus- the great Lord known for his handsome face, charming actions, and kind behavior... or at least that was how he appeared to others except Elle who unluckily discover his secret, a bigger secret that could either kill her or save her. Can Elle survive in this new world of nobles and supernaturals. What if the secret her father hold would eventually kill her? Or would she first die in the hands of her step families? Read to find out~

In the eastern part of Drago City, where shadows lurk with dangerous secrets and power is the currency, lived Natalia Hansley, a young orphan who just got out of the system. Since her group home wasn't one of the best out there, she grew up thinking pain is love. The more you hurt, the more you're loved. She thought of herself as a nuisance to everyone just like back at the group home, so she tried not to talk to anyone and got too caught up doing her hardest to make ends meet by working odd jobs. Little does she know, in the deepest part of her heart, she yearns for something beyond the gritty streets of "The Slums". Luca Stefano - the enigmatic and feared leader of 'The Triad', a mafia ruling over Drago City's underworld. Despite his reputation, Luca has a softer side lurking beneath his hardened exterior, a side known only to few. Their paths collided unexpectedly when Natalia inadvertently crashed on Luca's table, sparking an unlikely connection between them. Like a moth to the flame, Luca is drawn to Natalia's presence and kind heart, he finds himself captivated by her vulnerability and innocence amidst the chaos and darkness of his world. As their accidental meetings increased and their bond deepened, they navigated a perilous romance, clouded in hunger, passion, and danger. Their love developed clandestinely, hidden from the prying eyes of The Triad's ruthless rivals and the unforgiving society that frowned upon their union. Natalia's vulnerability and self-deprecation tugged strings in Luca's heart that chipped away at the walls he had built around himself. However, their happiness is threatened by the merciless grip of Luca's dangerous and exotic life, pulling Natalia deeper into a world where he's hell-bent on keeping her away. With dangers dancing at every turn, they faced the ultimate test—fighting against the odds to forge a future together, one where love could triumph over the shadows of the past and the perils of the present.

Alex never expected to transmigrate twice. From a futuristic society where survival was a daily struggle, he now finds himself in the mystical world of Alteria, where gods once ruled, and dungeons hold the key to power. After a fateful encounter with a strange black relic, Alex is thrust into a reality unlike any other. The relic, a "Dungeon Core," has bound itself to him, marking Alex as one of the rare Dungeon Masters—a role that grants immense power but also deadly responsibility. Armed with the ability to manipulate dreams, Alex's talent allows him to enter the minds of others, bending their subconscious to his will. As the "King of Dreams," he can shape entire realities within his dungeon, but to survive in Alteria, he must build and defend his own Dream Dungeon, attract adventurers, and face other Dungeon Masters—each vying for supremacy. With his Dream Points dwindling and his new abilities still raw, Alex must quickly adapt. From scavenging the outskirts of town and hiding his true identity, to negotiating with powerful forces and creating a thriving business as a cover for his dungeon, every decision could mean the difference between life and death. The slums are teeming with danger, rival Dungeon Masters lurk in the shadows, and even within his own ranks, loyalty is hard-earned. As he grapples with his new powers, Alex discovers that the Dream Dungeon holds secrets beyond his understanding. The ancient gods may have left, but their legacy remains.

Titian, one of the seemingly infinite sum of slum rats of the first layer city - Lower Tridesil - finds himself pursued by multiple men while returning to his hidden refuge of a home. Having survived years while all alone in the forgotten city of trash, his accumulative knowledge and unique regenerative ability allowed him to escape temporarily. Due to fate or sheer chance, he stumbles upon a young girl, Aizza who had only recently been tossed into the first layer, innocent and unmarred by the nightmarish realities of life down under. Learning that the girl possessed a strange insight into Lux, the magical foundation of reality, he goes against his better judgment and decided to take her along in his mad dash to safety. Titian's goal is simple, escape to the outskirts in hopes to live yet another day. | Warning, this series contains sensitive material and descriptions that may be unsuitable for all audiences. It will be present within the whole story and may not be suited for everyone. |

The contracted Billionaire Heiress is about a slum girl, Andrea Fernandez, whose life changed in a twinkle of an eye after signing a year contract with the Dela Cruz, the most famous wealthy family in the city of Manila. All odds were against her in the new family, but she needs to execute the five tasks given to her by all means, if she really wants to get paid and use the money to pay for her aunt's son's surgery fee ... Would Andrea fulfil her obligation to the family till the end with her new identity as Carmen Dela Cruz? Or would meeting Miguel Rodriguez change everything she has worked hard for?

In the slums of a bustling city, Alvin struggles to provide for his ailing mother and younger sister. Determined and hardworking, he toils day and night to make ends meet. His reality takes a surreal turn when he encounters a mysterious lady in his dreams. Claiming to be the mother of the universe, she reveals that Alvin has been transported to a parallel world due to her mistake. To compensate for her error, she bestows upon him the mystical ability known as the Eye of Intent. This supernatural power enables Alvin to perceive the hidden meanings behind all things and make those meanings his own. With this newfound ability, Alvin embarks on a journey that transcends the boundaries of the ordinary world. As Alvin delves deeper into his quest, he unravels the truth about his long-lost father, who disappeared during his childhood. Along the way, he encounters numerous twists and turns, facing challenges that test his resolve and understanding of the universe. Filled with intrigue, mystery, and the promise of discovery, "The Eye of Intent" invites readers to join Alvin on his extraordinary journey. With each page turn, the story promises to captivate and enthrall, offering a tale of adventure and self-discovery that transcends the ordinary. So, without hesitation, dive into this fantastical world and prepare to be amazed by Alvin's awe-inspiring tale.

After the destruction of the world, the remnants of humanity found refuge in fortified mega-cities, shielded from the omnipresent radiation that blanketed the land. These urban fortresses provided enough resources for their inhabitants to remain self-sufficient, yet the experience of life within varied dramatically based on one crucial factor: wealth. While the affluent lived like gods, the impoverished slum dwellers struggled daily for survival. Basic necessities—food, water, and clothing—became sacred treasures in the squalor of the slums. Kael, having endured the harrowing trials of the slums for 17 years, believes nothing worse could befall him. Unbeknownst to him, however, the universe has far more in store, weaving a fate that will challenge his very existence.