A Portrait Of The Artist As A Young Man

Chen Wei, a selfless and hardworking young man, spent his life caring for his family despite their poverty. But years of relentless work take their toll, and one night, he collapses from exhaustion and dies. To his shock, Chen Wei finds himself transmigrated into the body of Li Jian, a notorious delinquent and the despised firstborn son of a powerful family. Waking up in a hospital after a drunken car accident, Chen Wei must now navigate the chaotic life of a young master who is hated by his parents, overshadowed by his siblings, and ridiculed by everyone around him. Determined to make the most of this second chance, Chen Wei resolves to change Li Jian’s reckless ways, earn the respect of his family, and uncover the reasons behind their hatred. But living the life of a wealthy heir is more complicated than it seems, especially when enemies from Li Jian’s past—and secrets buried within the family—start to resurface.

Subject 1636 was a Chinese spy on American CDC, after a wrong operation he ends releasing a terrible virus dooming all the world with him. However he ends needing to pay for all the Karma he creating, Fished by Athena from the river of souls, she uses his karma to make him a Slave. “IT WILL SERVE… NOW MY SON… I SHALL CLAIM YOU AS MY SERVANT, LET’S PAY YOUR DEBT” Now Subject 1636 ends in a body of a newborn baby with the name Victor Dominatus, but what is it ? A Screen open in front of his face “WELCOME SUBJECT 1636 to the ATHENA SLAVE SYSTEM” Choose one of the paths ahead and conquer this world in the name of Athena!!!

"Now you see?" she shouted in a mix of annoyance and disappointment. "You can't outsmart Scrients! They're the most intelligent beings across the two realms." "You're right," I muttered, averting my gaze with a heavy sigh. "I made a mistake. I was too arrogant to think that a mere human like me could fool them." —BOOM!! "Heik! Wh-What was that?" "Hmm? I'm not sure. Maybe you should go and ask the most intelligent beings across the two realms. Oh wait, you can't. I killed them all.” ______ My name is Samael Kaizer Theosbane. On the last day of high school, I got into a fight with a kid I used to bully. It was a stupid, pointless scuffle, and in the middle of it, I tripped and hit my head on a rock. That’s when the memories came flooding in - the memories of another life, of a different world. Suddenly, everything made a twisted kind of sense. I realized two things. First, I was in a game I used to play in my past life. Second, I was a villain. A villain! Not the cool and mysterious kind, either. No, my destiny was to be manipulated and die a dog's death! I was the worst type of cliché: an ungrateful, privileged, insufferable young master. The sort you'd find in those poorly written fantasy stories. The kind everyone hates — a snobby brat from a powerful noble family who thinks he owns the world just because he was born with a silver spoon lodged in his mouth. You know the type. The one the hero beats to a pulp to prove his worth. Yeah, I was that guy. And the hero? The hero was the kid I’d been bullying all this time. The same one I got into a fight with. He was the supposed savior of this damned world. A world teetering on the edge of destruction, beset by wars, calamities, and a grim future that only I knew. And at the end of it all, the final antagonist of the game, the undefeatable boss… the Spirit King, was waiting. But could I even make it to the end? Could I conquer a game where defeat was the only certainty? A game that was now my reality! “Ah, fuck it.” I had no idea if I could, but I sure as hell was going to try. Extorting extras, manipulating main characters, twisting the story to my advantage, stealing the hero’s cheat items, killing villains before they could become threats - nothing was beneath me. Would the main characters be affected? Who cares! Would the story change? Even better! All I cared about was me—my survival, my life, my choices. “I will live this life with no regrets.” …But as I soon discovered, fate was not easily changed. And the price of altering one's destiny was steep.

In the kingdom of Everia, a young man named Drinian embarks on a journey that will forge him into a hero. Born into a humble family, Drinian's father is a fabrics seller who provides for his family. However, after his father's untimely death, Drinian's life takes a drastic turn. His five stepbrothers, who have always harbored a deep-seated hatred for him, drives him away from their father's house. With nowhere to turn, Drinian seeks refuge with his aunt and her seven sons. However, his stay is short-lived, as he is forced to flee after killing an official of King Alexander Ephiphanes. The consequences of his actions are devastating, leading to the untimely death of his aunt and her sons. Drinian's fate takes a turn for the better when he is adopted by Thorne and his wife Helen, a childless couple from the kingdom of Emberfell who provided him with a loving home. Under their care, Drinian begins to rebuild his life and undergoes various difficult and hard trainings that will eventually forge him into a hero. As Drinian navigates the complexities of his new life, he becomes increasingly aware of the suffering of his people under the tyrannical rule of King Alexander Ephiphanes whom he was forced to flee from because of fear. The king's brutal suppression of the people of Everia, coupled with his own personal experiences, fuels Drinian's desire for justice and revenge. Driven by his determination to free his people from the king's tyranny, Drinian embarks on a perilous campaign to crush King Alexander Ephiphanes and his descendants. Along the way, he must confront numerous challenges and adversaries, including other ruthless kings who have contributed to the suffering of the people of Everia. Through his journey, Drinian discovers his own strength and resilience, as well as the loyalty and support of those who believe in him. Will he succeed in his quest for justice and freedom, or will the forces of oppression prove too powerful to overcome? "A Man Called Drinian" is a thrilling tale of adventure, action, and suspense, set against the backdrop of a richly detailed fantasy world. With its complex characters, unexpected twists and turns, and epic scope, this novel is sure to captivate readers and leave them eagerly awaiting the next installment.

Orion became the young master of a wealthy family in Staari city and became a Bully. Acting Out of Character, he changed the destiny of his alter-ego, eventually becoming the Savior of the city, realizing that to save the city and this world, it needs a Big Bully, not a hero. Armed with the powers of the nascent soul of the Dark Angel of Revelations, the greatest god of this world who is still in slumber, his wits and an unlikely ally, a newspaper, the Bully continues his adventures, conquering wealth, cities and kingdoms, and also the religious order of this world.

So, let me get this straight, I die not knowing how, get reborn as a mythical bird, my parents are dragons and this levelling system is crap. If that isn't bad enough, I'm also terrified of flying. I'm never going to get used to this, am I? (Strong language) ---Slight summary of each volume--- Volume 1: Developing & growing up Volume 2: Romance & vengeance Volume 3: Home life & invasions Volume 4: Aftermath & exploration Volume 5: Soulmates & hunting Volume 6: Heavenly & ...

This is the tale of an average nobody, who after his death got transmigrated in a new world. The memories of his average life flashed before his eyes, as he found nothing that was noteworthy about him. So in this new world should he try to change that, should he wish to be supreme, rise to the peak or to rule the heavens, but he's too lazy for that. "And how come all the names are so familiar. Don't tell me, am I in that novel?" Soon after waking up he realised this world was based upon the very first novel he read years ago. At first he felt happy that finally something unexpected happened in his life. But that happiness was short lived as he remembered the plot of the book and the crisis that was coming for the world. If that wasn't enough he was living in the body of Rio Raven Blake - avatar of Nyx. Known by his other names like The last dark spawn, The first fallen or The infamous Devil. In a world brimming with dungeons, towers, Gods, Demons, monsters and magic - our MC finds himself trapped in the body of the last villain. "I don't care about the novel plot, I'll just ignore it, and live my life peacefully." At least that was his plan, until he heard a voice in his head , that he's been waiting for all this time. [DING] [TING] [TIDING] [DID YOU MISS ME??? ] 'The great villain system, what a funny name.' You can earn points by ruining the plotlines, and can get whatever you want. Let me see, I'm a master at messing things up. [What, someone is going to do a prophecy that I will become the villain after growing up - kill him while he's still a kid.] [what, this potion was made for the protagonist and the alchemist heroine - I'll take it with me.] [ohh you're the one who saves the protagonist when he was about to die - go to prison, you traitor.] [wait, you have a sister. but she is sick and needs help - here take this potion and work for me.] Got a money making slave for life. [What, my parents are fixing my engagement with the princess, who's also a main heroine, but will betray me later and help everyone kill me - Humph...just you wait...] Once the plot started many years later, at the academy entrance exam. Protagonist was shining brightly, breaking all records, taking first rank, but no one was talking about him. As the news came out that the genius of humanity Rio Blake, will be joining the academy too. Not only mortals, even Gods and Demons were surprised at this sudden development too. {Nyx nods at her believers achievements} {Odin says you've grown a lot} {Gauri/Kali challenges you to fight her believer} {Jesus prays for your souls redemption} {Anubis awaits your enemies doom} {Lucifer writes down your lines, as you take on the Devil persona} The protagonist just stared at the guy who took all the limelight from him, but his surprise turned to shock, when his sister ran and hugged the man, while crying her eyes out, saying she missed him and she was sorry. "What is happening? Who is he? {Apollo curses...} ## -- A/N - 1) NO HAREM. (I believe in soulmate love 2) MC doesn't care about right, wrong, good, evil - as long as he gets what he want, he'll do it. 3) He hates the so called righteous hypocrites, so don't think he'll be friends with protagonist. 4) MC is serious when it comes to relationships, so don't expect any kind of pokemon collection harem. 5) MC hates the plot, so he'll ruin it. Do not expect him to follow it or him trying to keep it same as written. 6) I don't like hiding my strength tropes, so not happening. He will be OP, and a badass. ## -- Join my discord for character arts and discussions https://discord.gg/zFTJsYP7kM DevilDarkness#0506

On the border of a kingdom named Caradel in a deep and great forest a man could be seen running, being chased by a group of men wearing armor as arrows flew in the air. One striking true to its target striking the man in the shoulder nevertheless the man continued running. The man named Baranor, a young man who had orange eyes black hair and tanned skin with a slight scruffy beard was running for his life while thinking to himself. 'How did this happen?!' Baranor running out of air feeling exhausted, and the blood flowing from his shoulder running down his back mixing with his sweat, Baranor stared in front of him only to see a drop off nearly 100 meters in front of him. The men behind him also seemed to notice that Baranor was running out of time, as nearly every single one of them let out a grin, as they approached the edge Baranor slowed to a halt, as did the men behind him. "Give up prince! Just accept what's to come, after all the throne is no longer yours to inherit!" Said the man leading the soldiers "I will never! Not after what you did to my men, not after what he did to my father!" Baranor replied "Hmph! So be it, I offer you life just for you to accept death" The man stated "Life? Life! you offer me death now or later, do you really think i'd be stupid enough to hand over the throne after witnessing your coupe against my father!" Baranor replied "Hmm, it seems your unwilling even till the end, Very well, Archer's! Fire!" The man commanded Baranor was now stuck between a rock and a hard place either jump off the cliff to a seemingly doomed fate or accept the fate that the man in front of him was offering. As he thought what he should do he heard the command the man spouted feeling the stress of the situation and his adrenalin nearly running out he decided. He'd rather die by his own hands than give the man in front of him that satisfaction! As he thought this he immediately took a step back falling to his doom. The man not expecting this looked rather confused only for his face to twist into a grin. 'Finally! Good riddance my dear prince!' The man said as he looked as the boy fell through the tough branches of the trees below Baranor looking up at one of the men that betrayed him thought to himself 'Is this how i really die? Well what can i say, i tried, i gave it my all.......' As Baranor was accepting his fate he thought back on his life only to be filled with rage 'No! I refuse to accept this laying down! Quintin I will come for you! I will come for all those who dare raise their sword to their king! No matter what! even if i have to accept a deal from the devi-' that was the last thought Baranor had before he hit the ground When Baranor hit the ground he didn't even feel the pain, just the shock, as it traveled through his body as his eyes slowly blurred he built up all his will to not pass out 'I refuse! I have to keep moving!' Baranor thought as he turned his body over back up When Baranor was starting to lose hope he started to hear faint whispers as he looked at the direction the whispers came he saw a cave, almost as if the whispers were drawing him in he forced himself to crawl and keep crawling, no matter what Baranor refused to stop crawling. Finally when Baranor arrived to where he heard the faint whispers they became louder almost screaming in his head as he saw it, a ring, resting on what looked to be an ancient place holder for it. Baranor grabbed the ring and lay on his back as he gathered his strength and said "My Fate! Is my own!" As he slid the ring on his finger. -------------------- -Author here Just a quick disclaimer! This novel is heavily inspired by lord of the rings if you couldn't tell also it's because i only ever saw one other story on a ring.

Christopher Bristol was a great person, but with bad luck in life. After dying in an accident, his soul travels to the afterlife, but along the way his soul deviates, taking him to a completely new planet for him. His path to becoming a God will bring him great sacrifices that will test his humanity.

Lena Carter is a bright and resolute assistant who has her life changed when she saves a mysterious stranger from a hit-and-run. The man whom she saves is none other than Ethan Grayson: the enigmatic CEO of the Grayson Corporation. Drawn into the world of high stakes alongside hidden secrets, Lena discovers that the charm of Ethan hides behind a heart haunted by his tragic past. Their budding romance turns sinister when Lena finds a portrait of a woman who looks eerily like her-with one small difference. As questions arise about Ethan's motives behind his late lover's death, Lena finds herself mired in a web of betrayal, sabotage, and buried grief. For every trumped-up charge she uncovered about Grayson Corp's underhanded dealings, she pulled closer into Damien Lowell's ruthless world-a rival bent on crumbling everything Ethan had worked hard for. Complying with a cryptic ally and facing an endless string of anonymous threats, Lena gets pulled into a perilous web of deceit and power jockeying. With the sniper in her own background and secrets of Ethan poised to take it all down, Lena must make the impossible choice: pursue the truth or protect her own heart. Shadows of Deception is suspenseful, passionate, and amply endowed-with twists and turns along the way, together with the theme of what we will do for love, at what the expense of unearthing the past, and the strength of a woman who is determined to reforge her fate.

Reborn as a kryptonian. Being born with absolute power comes at a price. Watch as verlin velrin tries to be a hero like Superman, but ultimately distances himself further and further away from humanity ........................................................................................ Update Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Picture is not mine. If the owner wants me to take it down. Let me know.

Elizabeth was framed for killing her queen in her previous life and she was killed unjustly, what happens when she comes back to life in a body of a maid what will happen when she finds out that the body she reincarnated into is not just a mere young girl body but the descendant of a powerful clan

Lucas transmigrated to a parallel world and found himself participating in a talent show called "THE IDOL VOICE". But here's the problem he's tone deaf . All the audience and judges thought that lucas would perform miserably ,even he himself thought so until he heard a cold mechanical voice in his head [DING!!! system binding 10%....] he couldn't hold his exitment! Pfft, hahaha, I'm really sorry, I couldn't hold back my laughter. It's my first time performing.

Reina’s life is a mosaic of love, betrayal, and devastating secrets. Confined to her sickbed, she writes one final letter—a confession meant for the postman who has become a silent presence in her life. Years ago, Reina betrayed her best friend and family, embarking on a forbidden affair with her best friend’s husband. The choices she made left scars on everyone she loved, including a child she was forced to give up. Now, as her strength fades, Reina must face the consequences of her actions and the unspoken truth she’s carried all these years. But the postman is no ordinary messenger—he’s the son she abandoned long ago. Through her letter, Reina seeks forgiveness and redemption, hoping her words will bridge the gap between them before it’s too late. A Letter to the Postman is a heart-wrenching story of love, loss, and reconciliation, exploring the fragile ties that bind family and the courage it takes to confront the past.

Cori, a university student, was hit by a truck and isekai into a different world as a slime!

Dying in a tragic accident Marcus Ferrous gets transferred to a fantasy world of monsters and magic, except when he arrives contrary to what he expected he is now level one and a ghost. Left with nothing on a strange new world, Marcus will struggle with everything he has on his journey to get stronger and uncover the secrets of his new world. Artwork By Radiopaque.

Jane Vixen, an 18 year old high schooler, had died in an accident. However, She woke up once again in new body, in a new body of a newly born daughter of a famous warrior general in the middle of a nationwide war of this new world. Now, she lives as the female warrior, known also as Jane Vixen, Daughter of John Vixen, a Warrior General who's strength surpasses 10,000 foot soldiers. She now has to be his daughter and not ruin the image of John Vixen and her New Lord.

Eridel Domicus was the trash of the Domicus family, an extremely powerful family that had dominion over a large part of the world, having riches upon riches and ways upon ways. However, it was their greatest pride turned biggest shame to have a young master that... no. Let it not be said. But one night, the 22 year old Eridel had incomprehensibly... died. But even more unfathomable was the fact that against all logic he began to see again. And what Eridel saw... terrified him. Or at least that was supposed to be how he reacted right? Why is it that... ------------------------ The first light novel of [ The Monarch ]. Discord: https://discord.gg/TGvRnS7vKn

David, a young spanish man died from a heart illnes and a super natural being reincarnated him as the first princess of an empire, the catch is; that princess is going to die soon too by the hand of his own father, the emperor! Will David survive death this time or will he perish again?

The story of a Fated Man, It is a novel that tells of a human named Aldrich Fullock who returns to the past to repair his future which was destroyed by the F virus and becomes the strongest. But there's something more awesome and horrifying to be in the past than the F virus.

[System Initialization...] “A System?!” Alexander, an ordinary young man from Earth, is thrust into a world of cultivation where the strong dominate and the weak kneel. Taking over the identity of Long Tian, the infamous young master of one of the Eastern Region's most powerful families, Alexander receives the ultimate cheat: the famed System. With a burning desire to rule as the ultimate alpha, omega, and god among gods, Alexander sets out on a path of domination and ascension. His ambitions drive him to the peak of power, but the road to godhood is treacherous and lonely. To fill the void, his thirst for women grows unbounded, entwining his journey with lust, love, and conquest. Yet, every gift comes with a price. The mysterious "Being X" who granted him this system might hide dark motives. Is Alexander a mere pawn in a cosmic game? Or will he flip the board, shatter the chains, and enslave the very entity that dared to manipulate him and use him as a piece of entertainment in his cosmic game? Witness his rise as he battles the cutthroat world of cultivation, builds his harem, and challenges fate itself. Will he conquer the heavens—or succumb to their endless schemes? --- Tags #Neutral-EvilMC #PlayfulMC #Harem #Cultivation #Transmigration #Gods #Goddesses #Face-Slapping #YoungMasterMC #Smut #Threesome #VillainProtagonist #MultipleRealms #Netori #NoNetorare

Reborn as a Villainess Amelia Jones never believed in fate, until she woke up in the body of Lady Seraphina Ashbourne—the ruthless villainess from a story she once read. The life of this cruel noblewoman is nothing but a tale of betrayal, heartbreak, and a tragic end. But now that Amelia is stuck in her place, she must survive the inevitable downfall that awaits. With every move she makes, the kingdom watches, and her cold, distant fiancé, Duke Cedric Thornwell, seems to know every secret she hides. Amelia soon realizes that surviving this twisted game won’t be as simple as outwitting the hero. The world around her is full of enemies, each more dangerous than the last, and Seraphina’s own past holds terrifying truths—truths that could change everything. But as Amelia’s feelings for Cedric become more complicated, she discovers that the Duke is not the heartless man she thought him to be. Torn between her desire for redemption and the growing pull toward the man she was supposed to hate, Amelia must fight to rewrite her fate. Will she turn the story in her favor, or will the very darkness of Seraphina’s soul swallow her whole?

a boy entered the another world accidentally by the god and started his journey in his another world

Revenge is a dish that always taste better when served cold. This story is about a man,,, Read it to find more. P.S— Don't plagiarize my work.

Mutants, are people who have awakened their dormant genes which allows them to access their unique abilities, out of fear for these mutants humanity locked most of them in an underground environment called the umbra. We follow clyde wilson, a citizen of the umbra whose life has been turned upside down after taking up a secret traditional mantle within his family.

I was an ordinary demon, disguised myself as an ordinary human to study at the magic school and eventually became the strongest magic user in the land. Finally, one day, a superhero appeared and...