A Rule Against Murder A Chief Inspector Gamache

You’d think seeing the future would give me a head start on surviving the apocalypse. I had it all planned—until everything I knew shattered when my husband sacrificed himself to save me and our son. Now it’s just me, my three-year-old son Leo, and my cursed gift of foresight that only seems to kick in when it’s nearly too late. I’m doing my best to keep us safe, to find food, to make some kind of plan— “Mommy?” I glance down, trying to ignore the tug on my pant leg as I focus on our supplies. “Not now, Leo. Mommy’s thinking.” “Mommy!” I sigh and finally look down. My three-year-old is standing there, clutching… I blink. “Leo, where did you get a knife?” He shrugs, grinning like it’s the most natural thing in the world. My heart stutters. “No, really. Where did you find that?” I try not to laugh. I mean, he’s three. Maybe he just—found it somewhere? But the next day, it’s a water bottle. Then, a tiny flashlight, somehow with batteries still inside. I don’t even know what else; he’s pulling things out one by one with the pleased grin of a kid who’s just figured out his favorite game. Well, we may just survive this mess after all. Now, if only the universe could have spared me from him. I don’t even know his name, but I know his type: tall, broad, and annoyingly handsome, with an air of calm control that’s out of place in this chaos. Ex-military, if I had to guess, with a voice that’s just as infuriating as his smirk. The man has a habit of showing up at the worst—or best—possible times, with a gun at the ready and secrets buried as deep as those bright green eyes. I mean, he’s probably useful, but I’m trying to keep my eyes on the prize here: survival. For Leo and me. Because, foresight or no foresight, nothing is guaranteed in this new world—except the fact that people like him are trouble.

In a world where football is both a passion and a lifeline, Benjamin, a promising young player seemingly has it all: talent, a loving family, and dreams of becoming a Legend. However, tragedy strikes when a devastating car accident claims his life along with that of his parents. But fate intervenes, granting him a second chance at life as he mysteriously finds himself back in time. This time, Benjamin is powerless to prevent the loss of his family, leaving him an orphan at a pivotal moment in his life. Struggling with a broken left foot that threatens to derail his football dreams before they even begin, prejudice and self-doubt. Driven by an unrelenting passion for the sport, he trains tirelessly, honing his skills and overcoming the obstacles in his path. As Benjamin rises through the highs and lows of his journey, he encounters challenges both on and off the pitch. With every setback, he learns the true meaning of resilience, forging a legacy that transcends all and proving that greatness is possible for anyone willing to fight for it. ********** **Disclaimer** This novel is a work of fiction. While it references real organizations, locations, and events, the characters, storylines, and specific depictions are created by the author and are not factual accounts. The names, characteristics, and actions of individuals within the story are purely fictional and any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, is coincidental. This work is not endorsed by, nor affiliated with, any football club, league, or organization. All references to real teams, events, or organizations are used for fictional purposes, and the portrayals within this book do not reflect real-world actions, views, or affiliations.

"Patriarch Sun, your sect is now a well - known Sword Sect in the cultivation world of the Northern Region. How do you evaluate Dean Xu?" "I often tell experts that Dean Xu is my idol. When others were hunting him down, he instead tried to make friends and forge partnerships. The disciples he trained were sold to other sects once they reached the Foundation Establishment stage. Now, his disciples are everywhere, and he has a vast network of people." "Then, how do the senior figures of the Demonic Path here view Dean Xu? He has been hiding his identity and mingling in the Demonic Path for several..." "Reporter, stop talking nonsense! Our sect master is the most famous demon in the Southern Border. The person you mentioned has nothing to do with him!" "All right, all right. Then, I'd like to ask Acting Patriarch Qin. As the largest sect in Xize, the Illusory Sea Sect. Dean Xu is secretly in control behind the scenes and has carried out financial frauds, involving countless sects. Now, the creditors are protesting outside our venue. How do you respond?" "This is ridiculous. Our sect master doesn't even have the surname Xu. Besides, we have no creditors at all. The creditors all died in the scramble for the ancient cultivation inheritance. Those people outside are just rival sects trying to cause trouble for us on purpose." "But according to our investigation, the ancient cultivation inheritance is a new grave built by Dean Xu, and not everyone inside was killed by the explosion..." "I'm warning you! This is blatant slander!" "Let's put this question aside for now. So, how do the demon tribes in the Eastern Wasteland view him?"

Seung-Jin’s life shatters the night he stumbles upon a mysterious mirror—one that doesn’t just reflect reality but warps it. Pulled into fractured timelines where history has unraveled, he finds himself trapped in a race against fate. From war-torn Seoul to a dystopian future, every choice he makes reshapes the past and threatens the future. As he battles ruthless invaders, meets lost allies, and faces a version of himself hardened by time, Seung-Jin must decide: Will he break the cycle and forge his own destiny, or is he doomed to become a prisoner of time itself?

Synopsis: Summoned to Rule Joseph, an ambitious Nigerian student preparing for his university entrance exam, suddenly finds himself ripped from his world and thrust into the war-torn Kingdom of Mythrendel. Summoned as a "hero" to fight against an invading empire, he is furious to learn that there is no way to return home. But just when he thinks things can’t get any worse, King Azrael makes a shocking decision—Joseph will not be sent to battle, but instead, he will be crowned the new king. Now, trapped in a medieval world filled with political intrigue, looming war, and a kingdom on the brink of collapse, Joseph must navigate royal court politics, outwit scheming nobles, and find a way to survive in this unfamiliar world. But as he begins to uncover secrets hidden within the castle walls, he realizes that being king might be more dangerous than the battlefield itself. Thrown into power against his will, can Joseph outmaneuver those who seek to control him, or will he become a puppet in a game of thrones?

In the Hongchen Kingdom, a human land surrounded by dangerous enemies, the Cao family is victim of a terrible massacre. The young son, Cao Yun, survives and must pave his way to the summit of the cultivation world while hiding who he is in the hope of avenging his family. Will he find out the whole truth? What cultivation level will he attain? And what mysteries will he uncover on this path of revenge?

Continuation of Mars Gravity's Against the Gods

In a world where humans wield supernatural abilities, power defines everything—status, survival, and even destiny. Jamal, an ordinary teenager, believes he was dealt a weak hand in life. Unlike the prodigies around him, his abilities seem insignificant. But when a near-fatal encounter awakens something deep within him, he realizes his powers hold a potential far beyond his imagination. As dark forces rise and rival factions clash, Jamal must navigate a treacherous path filled with enemies, betrayals, and revelations about his true nature. Among them stands Youden, a mysterious figure whose motives are as enigmatic as his strength. Can Jamal unlock his full power before it’s too late? Or will he be crushed under the weight of a world that only respects the strong? A high-stakes adventure filled with action, mystery, and supernatural battles. Fans of My Hero Academia and Solo Leveling will love this thrilling journey of power and survival! If you enjoy the books, feel free to share feedback or to others to me, as I do this for pure entertainment and to provide a solid book series within Webnovel. Thank you for your time and once again, enjoy the book! The cover was done by @Kurobart64! Feel free to check out more of their art at: https://twitter.com/Kurobart64?t=kfrsrjc3Q-457JUKl7c1bQ&s=09 Parental Warning Is For Violence & Suggestive Content! (Also aware of the many grammatical errors, especially in the earlier part of the series from 2 years ago, and likely due to the transfer from the separate books and auto-correction. It will be fixed and edited over time!)

At Gorlea College, Riniock's dark ambitions take root. Sent off to master the arcane and the mysterious pursuit of odh, Riniock’s farewell is met with disquieted relief from his distant and afeared parents. Behind his polite demeanour lies a chilling secret. With newfound access to the occult arts, Riniock plots to refine his sinister passion — murder — turning his education into the foundation for a twisted legacy that would change the era in unimaginable ways.

Fate... Gods... Parant... These concepts are elusive and their powers unfathomable. Their existence is cloaked in mystery, beyond the understanding of mere mortals. One should never become their enemy, for it would be an unfair battle. But since when has the world been fair? It has never been fair, and this is especially true for Raiwan. Once a humble kid whose past grievances led him to what he had become as his parents were killed by the treacherous king of his continent. this led him to this pivotal moment, he must contend not only with the might of kings, but also with the whims of fate and the gods. Each of these forces is formidable enough to crush a person under the weight of their mere gaze. The kings are so powerful that in their presence, Raiwan is like a mere fly before a dragon, a creature feared by all beings. No matter how many flies gather, they cannot harm the dragon. One breath of its flames, and Raiwan would be incinerated. Fate? Fate is even worse. To it, Raiwan is just a puppet. It is mysterious, formidable, and cunning. Every action, every thought, every encounter—whether friend or foe—might be Fate playing its tricks. It could easily turn the entire world against him if it so wished. And woe to anyone who dares to oppose the gods. For there is no winning, only losing. How can one fight beings whose weakest powers are omnipotent, omniscient, and omnipresent? They know all your plans before you make them, hear your thoughts more clearly than you do. There is no hiding from them. After a calamitous battle in the mystical city of Katafshan, Raiwan received a chilling notification from his system that sent shivers down his spine, his body shaking as if struck by lightning. The message was clear and terrifying: [Alert!] [The god of doom has entered this universe solely to get rid of you.] [New quest received: ] [Reward: ]

In a world of swords and sorcery, Su Qing isn’t the chosen one—he’s the villain. But that’s not a problem; it’s an opportunity! Why fight fair when he can manipulate from the shadows? Why be noble when scheming is more effective? With divine maidens and royal beauties in his grasp, Su Qing will forge his own legend.

Ava Morgan was never supposed to be part of Nicholas Wolfe’s game. The campus bad boy saw her as just another conquest—sweet, innocent, and easy to break. But Ava isn’t like the others. She pushes back, ignites something dangerous in him, and suddenly, the player is at risk of falling. He wanted to play her. Now, he’s the one playing with fire. Some rules are meant to be broken.

A weak, starving boy, abandoned by fate, is beaten within an inch of his life—only to stumble upon a mysterious portal that pulls him into another world. But this isn’t the grand adventure he imagined. There are no prophecies, no royal summons, no blessings from the gods. Instead, he is an anomaly—an existence that was never meant to be. In a world ruled by magic, knights, and adventurers, the boy is treated no differently than before—weak, homeless, and barely surviving. But in the divine halls of the gods, his presence is deemed a threat. The Elder Gods issue a decree: he must be eliminated. The Goddess of Judgment takes it upon herself to erase him, dispatching a ruthless adventurer party to do the deed. Yet, when the execution begins, an unseen force intervenes, defying the will of the gods. The boy is no hero, no chosen one. But something within him refuses to die. And in a world that rejects his very existence, he must carve out his own place—by breaking the very rules that bind it.

The World in which we live is: Wild and Wide, Overpopulated and Overreacting, Racist and Repulsive, Lost and Locked, Deformed and Demonized. The only influences and affluences the world has on you are the ones you permit.

Princess Amelia has spent her life bound by duty, a pawn in her father’s relentless quest for power. But when she crosses paths with Kael, the fierce and charismatic rebel leader, her carefully controlled world begins to unravel. Torn between loyalty to her kingdom and the undeniable pull of forbidden love, Amelia makes a dangerous choice—one that could cost her everything. As war looms and betrayal lurks in every shadow, she must navigate a treacherous game of politics, deception, and sacrifice. When her secret is exposed, Amelia is forced to stand before the one man who holds her fate in his hands—her father, the ruthless King Aldric. With Kael’s life hanging in the balance, she offers the only solution that can unite a divided kingdom: a marriage between a princess and a rebel. But love is never simple. Trust is fragile, and enemies are closer than they seem. As threats rise from within and beyond the castle walls, Amelia and Kael must fight not only for their love but for the future of the throne itself. In a world where love is a weakness and power is everything, will Amelia’s heart lead her to salvation—or destruction?

SYNOPSIS: After a painful separation from her boyfriend, Bing Shi gets an opportunity to meet him again. Under one condition. To get her wish granted, she will have to travel to different worlds and finish all the assigned missions from the System HeadQuarters. In each of these universes, she's thrust into the company of the creme de la creme of men - alpha males who could stir butterflies in even the most self-assured and independent women. Will she be able to keep her cool around these magnetic hunks, or will her resolve crumble like a stale cookie? Amidst the chaos, Bing Shi stands firm: "I want only one thing – my boyfriend." In a cosmos filled with temptation, will her loyalty and love for her boyfriend emerge victorious? [Author's Note]: Don't be fooled by the term "quick transmigration." Each arc is a full-length romance novel in its own right, complete with side characters that are capable of development. :3 Illustrator/Artist: E.Y.R. E.Y.R's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_snoozy_cat_/

Kuro and his friends, Daizo, and Lini go to a haunted house in the middle of a forest to play some haunted games. Suddenly, after playing for a while, a curse is placed upon the three of them. Will they find a cure in time? ⚠️ Warning! This novel has things like ⚠️ - Yaoi - Violence - Bullying I post chapters most of the time!

Damian and Alex are college friends whose bond is put to the test as their feelings for each other evolve. In the first few chapters, they share carefree moments, including a drunken night out that leads to an emotional conversation about their complicated connection. Damian, struggling with his family life, and Alex, dealing with his own troubled past, both try to keep their friendship intact while grappling with the undeniable attraction between them. As they navigate their growing tension, the confusion intensifies. Damian tries to suppress his feelings, but Alex’s actions push him to confront what’s really going on between them. Through quiet moments and shared vulnerability, they begin to face the reality that their relationship is changing, but neither is sure of how to move forward. They are caught in a tug-of-war between friendship and something deeper, unsure whether embracing their feelings will bring them closer or destroy what they’ve built. Both have admitted their fears and confusion, yet there is a sense of hope that, despite the complexities, they will figure it out together. The chapters explore themes of love, self-doubt, and the blurred lines between friendship and romance as the characters try to make sense of what their connection really means.

A girl named Karin accidentally gets involved in a murder case at her school. It all started when she accidentally found the body of the school janitor behind the warehouse. This piqued her curiosity about what had happened. She still clearly remembers the blood pooling, turning the grass red. The body lay sprawled with several stab wounds. The corpse looked like a small animal, helpless before its predator, dead just like that. Before discovering the body, she crossed paths with a man. A tall man with a mask and dark sunglasses covering his face. The man also wore a hat to cover his hair. His clothes appeared to be layered, and he carried a large bag that seemed very heavy. However, there was something the man could not hide. The clear scent of blood emanating from his body. Karin had a sharp sense of smell and she was certain the odor she detected was blood. Chaos erupted in the school environment. People started forming their own opinions. Karin was the one most affected. She was often questioned about the body she found. People kept asking her to recount the story. At that moment, a new teacher arrived, diverting the attention of the school community. A young teacher with a handsome face that drew everyone's attention. The murder case faded away just like that. The police couldn't find any more clues. When people started to forget, Karin felt something was off. The young teacher looked strange in her eyes. Karin felt that the teacher was constantly watching her. The teacher also had a blacklist that he showed to his students. He said the book was a record for the naughty children. If their offenses exceeded three times, those naughty ones would be punished. That's when the next murder began.

Han Taejin never wanted to be a hero. He was just another commuter on a train—until the world turned into a game and survival became the only rule. When an unknown System overlays reality, every human receives a role, stats, and skills—except Taejin. Instead, he’s labeled [Undefined], a player who shouldn’t exist. No class. No assigned path. But while others struggle to adapt, Taejin realizes something terrifying: he’s seen this before. This apocalypse isn’t random. It follows a script. And worse—something is watching. Armed with fractured memories of a story he barely understands, Taejin fights to stay alive in a world where players are entertainment, survival is currency, and unseen gods pull the strings. Forced into brutal trials, hunted by those who fear his existence, he must defy the System itself—before the game erases him completely. But breaking the rules means risking everything. If he plays along, he might survive. If he rebels, he might win. The only question is: will the System let him?

Hi guys am Stella... I was brought up in a society where women are seen only as marriage materials, we were trained to be beautiful so that we can entice great men and get married, women are only seen as machines for making babies... But I don't want to be just a someone made to give birth I want to be more than that, I want to rise to top as a self made lady... I want to get married to a man who's worthy of me not someone am worthy of, I want to decide my own life... I guess it's all my wishful thinking because am from one of the poorest people amidst my community I survive from partime jobs and my dad isn't useful either, but either way I will put in my best efforts because I don't want end up living the kind of life my mum is living.... #Hi guys journey with me and see if I will ever make it to the top despite circumstances.... *Against all odds*

rules. Always follow the rules or else

Hook: "Miss Jiang, your perfume contains the memories of three dead souls." Full Synopsis: Top perfumer Jiang Se receives an anonymous request to recreate the last scent inhaled by the deceased. When she extracts the forbidden fragrance "Path to Hades"—a signature blend of her ex-lover—from a tycoon's remains, she's confronted by Inspector Lu Chen, an anosmic detective who possesses synesthetic abilities to see smells as colors. "Your 'Redemption' perfume carries the stench of my sister's corpse," Lu Chen whispers, his fingers tracing the vial as silver hues swirl in his eyes—the color he associates with lies. A series of gruesome murders unfolds: 1. A millionaire dies with burst olfactory nerves, surrounded by test strips of Jiang's latest collection 2. A Michelin chef drowns in bitter almond syrup laced with her wedding fragrance 3. A virtuoso pianist's ear canals bloom with jasmine flowers during a death livestream promoting her signature scent As Jiang discovers all victims were subjects in a memory-transplant experiment three years prior, Lu's synesthetic color charts warn: "The next corpse will carry your DNA scent." With 72 hours until her grand perfume launch, Jiang stares into the mirror. The jasmine tattoo on her nape emits azure mist—the final ingredient in the ultimate olfactory weapon.

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After returning in the past David and Liam will do what they do the best, be with each other and survive the apocalypse, but beware, they are murderers. ---------------------- This story have been made using AI but really I did make use of my head. Because this story need human touch. Good read. ps: the art is from Pinterest PPS:Liam has blonde with white patches of hair, I know you'll be wanting to know.