Before I Wake

People have seen and read many different kinds of apocalypses. A tower rose from the ground bearing gifts of power and an endless tide of demons. A rift was torn in space unleashing a horde of monsters unto the world. An alien mothership blotting out the sun as it rained down an entire civilisation's worth of advanced technology. A little game by supreme beings who want nothing more than entertainment through the deaths and suffering of the world. Even the awakening of forbidden ancient horrors from deep under the surface of the world that should have never existed. We have all seen how these things go. Countless people die before they even get the chance to fight back. Most of the time, the world is caught unaware and is brought to the brink of oblivion before a hero finally rises up to save them all. Well, it seems the world has had enough. Rather than waiting for another apocalypse, Earth had chosen to take action... literally. Better yet, the Universe had recognised its resolve and gave it an equal opportunity to fight for survival, i.e. a system of its own. "These pathetic humans can't do anything right. Fine, I'll do it myself." ~~~~~~~ Disclaimer: The story will be using a bit of science to explain some things, but most will be fantasy and made-up science since I am most definitely not a physicist nor am I well-verse in science. So if you read something here that doesn't adhere to actual scientific and physical laws, just think of it as weird magic stuff even if it poses as science.

Kisha Aldens is a normal office worker with average earnings, not until she suddenly sees a system countdown in front of her. Her mind suddenly received a prompt warning about the apocalypse and urged her to integrate with the system to assist her with her survival. "Have I overworked myself again?" She thought while pinching the bridge of her nose. She blinked a few more times but the system interface is still there. Little did she know that this system would be her last lifeline in the upcoming apocalypse where human morals would be the lowest, trust is only a word and betrayal could happen in the blink of an eye. A naive person like her had to learn her lesson the hard way on how to survive and navigate in the zombie-infested world. And the worst part, she had to die 99 times to harden her heart and learn how to read the human heart. How will her 100th time be different from the previous lives, will she survive this time? And will survival be her only problem in the heart of the Apocalypse? No, there was a deeper scheme in play which she has to uncover moving forward.

World ended on 12:31:2024 DING! WELCOME TO REBIRTH: 100 DAYS BEFORE DOOMSDAY! - Grace Blackwood survived five long years in the apocalypse before she was killed by her own people. Miraculously, she returned to the past with the help of her family's heirloom - exactly 100 days before the Doomsday. Having a space that was upgraded with a system, she took her revenge, stockpiled supplies for the future, and made necessary deals and connections. In her last life, she was alone. But this time, she found four men who were loyal to her and were ready to die just to keep her safe. In her previous life, she lost her most trusted people, but this time, she was ready to do anything to save them. This time, she was ready to face the apocalypse - stronger and better than the past. * * * Warning: This is a Reverse Harem Romance with mature content.

From living a mundane life as an average student to being teleported to a world filled with mysteries lurking in the shadows—I’ve seen it all. Hi, my name is Arian. As I said, I’m an average student with a rather complicated past. My dream? To live a slothful, unproductive life—a dream that, sadly, seems impossible to achieve. But then, everything changed. I was transported to another world. A world straight out of the fantasies of light novel readers, geeks, and otakus. The kind of world they wish for, but one that should never have become real. I was given the chance to pursue my dream, to build a life of carefree laziness. But, as you probably know, even Sisyphus could never fulfill his purpose. And neither could I. Even so, I swore to give it my all. Or so I thought. [ You Died. ] *** Arian was your typical 17-year-old student with no friends, no family, and a simple dream: to live a lazy, unproductive life. But life had other plans—or rather, death did. Summoned to a void by a chibi angel, Arian was granted three wishes and thrown into a world straight out of a fantasy light novel. With classmates turned companions, overpowered abilities granted to some, and an enigmatic girl with no memories by his side, Arian's plans for a peaceful existence quickly unravel. But when an unseen killer begins eliminating them one by one, Arian discovers his cruel fate: he can return to the moment before his death, over and over again. Yet, no matter how hard he tries, he fails to save anyone. As death becomes a recurring nightmare, Arian begins to suspect there's more to this world, his mysterious powers, and the angel who brought him here. Haunted by failure, driven by survival, and armed with only his determination and Gungnir—his self-made weapon—Arian faces a seemingly endless cycle of despair. Can he break free from the grip of death and protect those he’s come to care for? Or will he lose himself in the madness of endless rebirth? Follow Arian on his journey through betrayal, survival, and a world where fate plays the cruelest hand.

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Jade Winters. She was one of the strongest awakeners during the apocalypse. She had always wished she had been stronger at the beginning. If she had awakened at the start she would have been able to save her only family. Having died and been sent back to the past she’s determined to save her brother this time. But she never expected his best friends younger brother to be the Young Emperor of the imperial base from her previous life? She’s even more surprised when he confesses his love to her?

Mai Hajima is a successful erotica author whose carefully constructed world of forbidden passions and untold desires has earned her a devoted following. But the woman behind the stories is anything but confident. Struggling with the remnants of a toxic past—one scarred by a relationship that shattered her sense of self—Mai has isolated herself in the comfort of her apartment, clinging to the safety of her words and the worlds she creates. When two persistent friends, Kyo and Sora, drag her out of her cocoon, Mai finds herself confronting a city full of noise, chaos, and overwhelming emotions that she’s long avoided. As she navigates these moments of awkwardness and fleeting connection, memories of her abusive past haunt her at every turn, reminding her of the trust she’s lost and the isolation she’s chosen. But in the undercurrent of her discomfort, a subtle shift begins. Mai is starting to question the walls she’s built around herself, realizing that maybe, just maybe, there’s more to life than the safe confines of her apartment and the stories she hides behind. A delicate exploration of healing, vulnerability, and self-discovery, as Mai takes her first tentative steps toward rebuilding a life outside of the isolation she's known.

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*Before I Die* Amanda Walker, a young woman with a terminal heart condition, has only six months to live. Focused on living life to the fullest, she seeks a companion to share her final days with, but not love – she can't bear the thought of leaving someone behind, heartbroken. Enter Adrian and Michael, two powerful CEOs in Cloud City, who unexpectedly fall deeply in love with Amanda. Adrian's love is intense and often hurtful, while Michael's is gentle and caring. Torn between these two contrasting loves, Amanda must decide: - Will she risk loving and potentially leaving behind a broken heart? - Can she find a cure for her illness, or will time run out? - Will she choose the passionate but painful love with Adrian or the nurturing love with Michael? As Amanda navigates her feelings, she confronts the complexities of love, mortality, and the true meaning of living. *Genre:* Contemporary Romance, Women's Fiction *Themes:* 1. Mortality and living in the present 2. Love vs. self-preservation 3. Complex relationships 4. Vulnerability and intimacy 5. Personal growth *Key Elements:* 1. Strong, poignant protagonist 2. Love triangle with contrasting suitors 3. Emotional depth and introspection 4. High-stakes drama 5. Thought-provoking themes *Target Audience:* 1. Adult women's fiction readers 2. Romance enthusiasts 3. Fans of character-driven stories

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