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Was he a pawn or would he reach the end of the board and flip it over? ............. At the age of 5, Leon's parents were slaughtered in front of him, but instead of getting arrested and punished, the case was closed off, with the villains of the incident running free. At the age of 24, he had turned into a mass murderer crazy psychopath. After sending many criminals to hell, he finally got his revenge and killed the people responsible for his parents' deaths. However, instead of finding solace, what he felt was never-ending emptiness making him lose his will to stay alive. Surrounded by cops, instead of struggling he leapt off the building deciding to end his life. Alas, fate played another joke on him. He was selected by Deity and was sent to a world filled with protagonists and antagonists of urban cultivation novels. And to his utter dismay, when he woke up he found himself in the body of trash fucked by fate brutally. His mother divorced his father and remarried. His fiancee was taken away by another one. A girl whom he fell in love with later turned out to be his step-sister and engaged with someone else. His stepmother had thrown him out of the house and blocked his cards. Recounting all the bullshit, Leon finally lost his sanity. "Screw you all and Screw the world." "I wanted to have peace but since you are not going to let me in peace, you will see my dark side." Follow Leon's journey as he tramples over the so-called childrens of heaven and destiny villains, and strives to the top of the world. ................ .......... I am a complete novice. My English sucks still I will try my best. However, despite all the flaws, I hope you can give it a try.

Artificial intelligence have taken over. Leaving mankind in the path of extinction. Many have tried but many have failed. However their are still some with the to still survive and reclaim their world. Now they have a choice either to remain with their humanity or lose it and become one with the Androids.

In a world where power reigns supreme and an overpowered protagonist holds sway, Gates Amon, an ordinary college student, finds himself thrust into a treacherous narrative as a side character fated to die. Determined to defy destiny, Gates vows to either seize everything from the protagonist or perish trying. As he navigates this perilous world, Gates brings a touch of unpredictability to the story, blurring the line between brilliance and foolishness. The novel unfolds as Gates challenges the protagonist's luck and fights for his own survival, promising a tale where the unexpected takes center stage.... ...... Averagewrites here, This novel has nothing to do with peace and love, but romance will be included in it, the main character is an anti-hero who would not allow even the ant that takes a crumb of his survive. His skill however makes whoever he puts his seal on, amplify his own skill [MC] by ten times the amount of the one who carries his seal, and guess who he puts his seal on? Enjoy reading. here is my discord channel...for all readers reading my novels...a new one will soon be released—novel I mean. https://discord.com/invite/czUHRma2YF

An amazing world of cultivation. A majestic world where miracles happen. There is a warrior who defies destiny and forge his own path facing innumerable difficulties ahead. Come and join the life of the person who will go against the set destiny of the cruel world and become something extraordinary. ===== Extraordinary my foot. What is this illogical cr*p? Does it even make sense? If you are doctor, then work in a hospital. What the hell are you doing going after girls? If you are a commander in the army, then bring your army to get revenge on those who wronged you. Why go through the trouble of pretending to be a weakling. You are a useless son in law? Your wife's family thinks you are good for nothing? Then how the hell did you score her in the first place?!!! If they like money so much and you are a hidden millionaire, then why in the name of sanity would you hide this fact and be berated every day?!!! The hell is all this?!!! The more I read it, the more illogical it becomes. Like this all came straight out of someone's as-- [Host, why don't you calm down?] 'You shut up!!! You're the reason I'm stuck here in the first place!!!!' [Host, you need anger management] 'THE FU*K DID YOU SAY?!!!!!' ===== Hello everyone! This is my second novel and so far, nothing is decided. This is just an idea that has been plaguing my mind for quite a long time and I decided to let it out and let you guys decide whether or not I should work on it. Give it a proper read and let me know. You guys will decide the fate of this novel. Also, I would like you guys to come up with proper genres for this story. Bonus chapters: 150 PS for one chapter 300 PS for another chapter 20 GT for two chapters 50 GT for another two chapters 1 Review of 4 stars or above, 1 extra chapters Maximum extra chapters per week: 7 ===== The cover is A.I generated and is not mine. If the real owner would like me to remove it, let me know in any chapter comments. That's it. Enjoy!

In a world of cultivation, dragons, and other fantastical beings, what happens if a villainous playboy gangster named Wang Jian is reincarnated? Pure chaos! Lin Feng: Wang Jian! How dare you capture my childhood friend and mess around with her?! Su Xian: I-I am with him willingly. Lin Feng: N-No way. You are lying. There is no way you would wear that maid dress otherwise! Wang Jian: It's not just her. Before Lin Feng could understand what he meant, in front of him appeared several women, all dressed in maid outfits. Upon seeing these women, his anger rose dramatically. Many of them were women who used to love him dearly. However, Lin Feng was merely the first protagonist who suffered at Wang Jian's hands. The game had just begun as Wang Jian's wicked desires knew no bounds and he began to target the other protagonists while seducing their women through psychological tricks and forceful methods. ~~ Tags: Male Protagonist, Anti-Hero, Villain, System, Huge Harem, Romance, Action, Adventure, Transmigration, Reincarnation, Imperial Family, Politics, Evil Protagonist, Demons, Unprincipled, Beautiful Female Leads, R18+, Rape, Rape Victims Become Lovers, MILFs, Schemes and Conspiracies, Beasts, Beast Companions, and so on etc. ~~ (A/N: Well, MC returns back to Earth to fulfil a test to become a Godking.) Join my discord through the following link. discord: https://discord.gg/wHXfwGGCV3

Alrich Zane Falco is a famous young actor and model. But because of being with the controversial man in the Entertainment Industry, some of them hated him and told him to leave the circle too. However, Alrich didn't give a shit. He loves Red more than his fans. That's why when he finds out that Red's cheating on him because he can't give him a child. He decided to take his own life. Yet, he transmigrated in a book that he also didn't give attention to back then. He became Alrich Zane Falco, the same as his name, but unlike in the real world, he can give birth to a child with the help of the system. He was so optimistic at first. But realized that something was wrong. The babies inside of him have two fathers. And he's also married with them. How did it happen? Who's the twin's father, Jin Linran and Jin Weilan? Or the black sheep of the Jin family, the firstborn in Triplets, Jin Sinian? The person who's not on the list, as he thought he only had two husbands. PLAGIARISM IS A CRIME.

"Everything you have ever had is all mine. The high and mighty Diana is now laying there helpless." Said Odette "I trusted you and this is what you pay me with. Betrayal. You not only took my lover but also killed my family." Diana said with difficulty "Well, it's not my fault that your family got in the way. Especially your mother." She said while laughing "IT WAS YOU WHO KILLED HER!" Diana yelled 'I never thought I would be betrayed by Lucas, most importantly, Odette. You even killed my mother. To think that I have always treated you as family.' Diana thought to herself "Hahaha" Odette laughed "Yes. It was me. Don't worry. You will soon join her and be the happy family and rot in hell together." Odette said with a vicious yet satisfied look The room was already filled with flames except for one place. The place where Diana and Odette were at. Diana was lying on the floor, with wounds all over. While Odette was standing above her. With little force, she got up and pushed Odette into the flames. Sadly, Diana could not escape her fate of dying. Slowly dying she could only think of one thing. 'How could I be so stupid to trust her? To trust him. To trust anybody.  If I ever had a second chance, I would not repeat these same mistakes. I will not trust anybody. Get my revenge.' Slowly, the lights started to vanish. Betrayed by the people she trusted the most. Lost her loved ones. Diana receives a second chance to take revenge. One by one, Diana makes every single person who ever hurt her and her loved ones suffer. Lost in the urge for revenge, will she ever be able to trust again? [I am a new author and still a student. Updates may be slow. Please be patient.]

Have you ever wondered what the world looks like from the veiled side. How it feels to get all you're normal views changed due to an accident.Well let me tell you it was all fine when all I could see is the white in the world but right now it sucks getting the whole picture in both black and white. I am Kael by the way a normal kid who couldn't mind his own business and got unalived only to be " saved " by a forgotten deity and tasked to revive her long lost clan of lap dogs .Sigh but atleast I got some Op skills.Hehehehe..... ps.the cover isn't mine

Yoon Cha’s life is a relentless cycle of death and rebirth, each time resetting at a festival with a tragic explosion. Her journey begins when she finds herself trapped in a loop of continuous death after a bomb disguised as a toy bear detonates. Determined to break free from this cycle, Yoon is forced to confront the trauma of her past while protecting her mother from the impending disaster. Through countless iterations, Yoon learns to harness her powers and strategically navigate her fate. With the support of a few trusted allies and the development of her own formidable skills, she begins to reshape her destiny. Despite enduring intense personal struggles and facing brutal bullying in prison, Yoon remains resolute in her mission to secure a safe future for her loved ones. As she finally confronts the ancient curse that binds her, Yoon successfully seals her powers and breaks the cycle of rebirth. Returning to her past with a newfound sense of purpose, she strives to protect her mother and ensure a brighter future. The story concludes with Yoon embracing her new life, having transformed from a troubled soul into a resilient and compassionate individual.

In a future devoid of joy, Eryx endures a monotonous existence as a middle-class worker, trapped in a world where entertainment is a distant memory. When he is unlawfully executed, the god of entertainment—once powerful but now a mere shadow—seizes the chance to merge their souls within an ornate doll. Together, they must navigate their strange new reality, where Eryx confronts the emptiness of his life and the god seeks to reignite the spark of joy in a desolate world. As they embark on a perilous journey to reclaim entertainment, they face oppressive forces that thrive on despair.

After her rebirth, Rita vows not to repeat her past mistakes. This time, her first priority is to stop her brother, who is about to marry into the Lopez family, from participating in the initial game beta test. In her previous life, she was deceived by this scheming brother until her dying breath. It was only at the end that she realized she was merely a villain in a male-oriented novel about a live-in son-in-law, with all the malice and manipulation orchestrated by him behind the scenes. In this life, Rita decides to change the rules of the game. She will stay in the shadows and seize all the opportunities meant for the male and female leads. By participating in the beta test and re-selecting her abilities, she systematically dismantles the protagonists’ advantages, all while making them believe she’s on their side. Rita has no intention of harming innocent people, nor is she a selfless saint. In this game, she works with the authorities for mutual benefit, all to achieve her ultimate goal—becoming the true master of her fate. My other new book, *Rebirth: The Magician Who Masters Fate*, is something I hope all my dear readers will enjoy as well.

I was just another failure of an author, writing stories nobody read, and that never sold. Seeking to improve my writing, I read the most popular novel at that time, Solo Player, to learn what made it so popular. However, as I read this story, I couldn’t help but feel frustrated about the story’s development, which had a terrible ending. Eventually, and quite bitterly, once I ended reading the book, I found myself transmigrated into the very world of this novel. Did I become the Protagonist? A Villain? Or perhaps even an Extra? No, it was much worse than I imagined. Because I ended up becoming the most worthless character that nobody ever cared about in the novel. A character that is often considered the motivation for the protagonist to grow stronger, but also his greatest burden. Someone every reader hated! “I’m the protagonist’s sister…” However, with my knowledge of this novel's events, my worthlessness was about to change. I’ve decided to not only become the strongest but also change the story’s terrible ending! “I won’t let you go inside a Dungeon, it’s too dangerous.” ...As long as I can get this incredibly corny and overprotective brother out of my way! And for some reason, the Constellations won’t stop bothering me. Ding! [The Cosmic Throne {Butterfly That Flies Across The Universe} seems interested in your tenacity!] [She has sponsored 1000000 Plot Points and the [Demon of Calamity Transformation Technique (SS)] Skill!] [The Cosmic Throne {Monkey that Dances in Chaos} finds your chaotic nature amusing!] [He has thrown the [Umbral Chaos Stone Necklace (S Rank)] at you!] [Not enough? He launched the [Immortal Heaven Peach (SSS Rank)] right on your face!] There was something really wrong with the Constellations this time around. Ding! [The Cosmic Throne {Jester Filled With Lies} is happy that you’re bringing despair to your victims!] [He has gifted you the [Jester’s Last Laugh (S Rank Privilege)] and the [Master of Manipulation (SS)] Skill!] [The Cosmic Throne {Maiden that Watches Over Nature} seems happy you’re growing stronger.] [She has gracefully sponsored you with 2000000 Plot Points and Fully Heals All Your Wounds!] [She has also begun to wonder if you could plant some trees for her, gifting you the [Divine World Tree Seedling (SSS Rank)]!] [The Cosmic Throne {Warrior That Seeks Calamity} is satisfied with your battle performance but asks for more battle!] [He has sponsored you with 500000 Plot Points and [Beheading Sword of Destruction (SSS Rank)]!] They simply couldn’t stop gifting me things as if I were some sort of famous streamer for them. “I am grateful, but please just leave me alone already…” Chapters are long, 1500 ~ 2000+ words. During its serialization, this novel will be available for free forever, no premium. However, you can read advanced chapters here: https://www.patreon.com/pancakeswitch Copyright 2023 PancakesWitch. All rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced or used in any manner without the prior written permission of the copyright owner, except for the use of brief quotations in a review. This novel is also being posted on Scribblehub and Royal Road. If you see it anywhere else, please let me know. Thank you.

This story is kind of based on the Arthurian legend. ******* He was called many things. Bastard, the False King, The Traitor, Treacherous Knight. Sir Mordred was a villain, one who according to the prophecy of the grand wizard Merlin, would destroy the kingdom of King Arthur Pendragon. And he did but at the cost of his life. As he lay dying on the bloody ground of Camlann after the mighty clash between him and Arthur, a bloody tear fell down his face. All he wanted was to be acknowledged by his father but all the things he did eventually led to disaster. Now with death’s cold hands grasping him, he hoped for a short peace before the fiery rings of hell. But that was not the end of his journey. ******* “Hold up.” “What is that infernal noise?” “Oh my goodness! It's driving me crazy! And it's not stopping!” Mordred sprang awake, slamming his fist on the digital alarm clock on the nightstand. 'What in Merlin's Beard is happening!?', he thought when he realized something. Well, a lot of things. First of all. How the heck is he alive? Second. What is a digital alarm? That's when memories that didn't belong to him flooded his head. They felt familiar but everything was wrong. How the heck is Morgan Le Fay his sister? She was his aunt! And how is the wizard Merlin so young! “Oh. I get it now”. He, Sir Mordred has been reborn in the body of a different version of himself, in a modern and futuristic world where he is the youngest son of Arthur Pendragon. But even in this world, He is the hated son of the High King. "Now what?", Mordred realized that the world he is in now is different from his previous one, with the only familiar details being the names of the people he knew. “Oh? Are you still reading?” Mordred smiled, looking at the readers. “Well, how about you join me on this new crazy journey in a crazy new world of heroes, villains, monsters, and even gods?” “Are you ready?” "Let's go!" ********************************************** The story is loosely based on the Arthurian legend. I am only using the popular names but the plot is different. The story is purely fictional with a few things from the actual legend being incorporated along with some stuff from other popular works. The characters may have different personalities from the original ones from the legend. There will also be names that may seem quite familiar as well. The cover image doesn't belong to me. Please check out my other work: The First Deviation.

Living in an illusion Damon despised the protagonist of the novels, his way of thinking and the way he wastes his potential only to find his reality collapsing waking up to the real world where he actually is the protagonist of the novels he despised possessing overpowered cheats. Knowing a bit of the future and the power of Super Adaptation, watch as how Damon made his way to the top becoming an overpowered being with his selfish character. *** OP Chaotic Neutral MC Loner MC No Harem Note: This is an extremely laid-back novel written purely for fun. Criticism isn't welcomed; only praises will be appreciated. Just dive in and enjoy the ride!

Um garoto que tem um celestial selado dentro de si sofre uma série de tragédias que o faz mudar completamente tanto em mentalidade quanto em força, isso se passa num mundo de fantasia que foi modificado pelo tal celestial, garoto passa por uma grande aventura para descobrir mais de si do celestial e sobre o mundo em que vive. se gostarem deixem um comentário por favor

What was worse than death itself? Well it was dying knowing that no one would miss you, knowing that your death was a favour to everyone you ever knew. This was exactly how I felt the day I died. I was the love child of the Eclipse Alpha King, in a time where the mate bond was considered sacred, a child born out of wedlock was nothing short of sacrilegious... 'It was his fault, he loved someone other than his mate...' 'It was his fault, he had carnal knowledge of a human woman.' 'It was all his fault, my only crime was being born out of his lust.' But why was that Alpha King father of mine perfectly safe, while I was hated, scorned and blamed for everything instead? Why did I have to be my father's bargaining chip, used to achieve his goals? Why could I not get a rejection like everyone else but was instead murdered by my own mate? Why was I killed before I even had a chance to live? I had a thousand questions and yet there was no one to answer and this was exactly how I died... So why then did my eyes flutter open to that day, a month before my death? Was it because of my little secret? A secret I will tell no one else but you... From the title of my tale, you must think I am an omega wolf... No, you got it wrong... I am not an Omega wolf, I am an Alpha wolf and my name is Omega. ~Second Book in the Werewolf Rebirth Series. *Not a prequel or sequel to 'The Alpha King's Nemesis', both books are not related save for the world setting and Werewolf Rebirth concept. *Cover art sourced from the internet, all credits to the original artist.*

In the world of Rebirth God, an enthralling Isekai light novel, follow the journey of Kazu Gonomiya, a twelve-year-old street orphan from Quezon City, Philippines. After losing his parents to a tragic crime and being cast out by his relatives, Kazu's struggle for survival takes an extraordinary turn. While scavenging for food, he encounters a mysterious, glowing stone etched with cryptic symbols. Upon touching it, Kazu is thrust into a magical teleportation circle, marking the beginning of an epic adventure that will forever alter his destiny.

' In my past life, I couldn't differentiate who was my enemy and who was my friend. I kept my enemy close but isolated my friends. I never knew he was in love with me until the last moment of my life. Later he was the one who took my ashes with him. My so-called lover was actually in a relationship with my best friend, a succumbed and a cheater. Since God gave me a chance to come back then this time I'm gonna value my marriage with him, save my family and revenge on those who hurt me. Qi Yan, I came back for you so please don't let me be disappointed. Love me once again. ' Our female lead is the typical second youngest miss of Fu family Fu Hui Qing, a naïve little child until she is forced to marry the powerful CEO of the Qi family, Qi Yan, instead of her sister to save her family from going bankrupt. For this she hates her whole family even until the end of her life. Only then was when she finally realized how to hurt her parents were. The Qi family head Qi Yu stated that they wanted a daughter from the Fu family to become their granddaughter in law as long as one married his grandson the Qi family will save the Fu family and destroy the one that destroyed them. They chose her and not her younger sister because her mother had visited a fortune master who stated that as long as Hui Qing falls in love with Qi Yan, she wouldn't die before 30. The last time she died was when she 29. Killed by that person she called a friend and by her cheating lover. Now she is gonna take back everything. Her love, marriage, and reputations as the most famous manga artist and fashion designer under the name Jade. This is a tale about how a naïve yet powerful female lead fall in love with her soon to be domineering husband. Would Qi Yan be able to fall in love with her again? How would their story go? Follow to know more. Other books: -Prince and his wives (sterilizing) The cover isn't mine found it on pintrest, so credits goes to the artist. English is not my first language so bear with my spelling mistakes. I will update every Thursday for now, Uk time.

Monarch of life, Ruler of nature, Hero healer... Leo Aran was a human possessor of innumerable titles. His talent as a healer was unique in the history of magic. He was a hero adored by millions of people in the world. However, this hero had a bad life from start to finish. After using a powerful treasure, he is reincarnated centuries ago in the body of a young king. [You have successfully returned to the past.] Author's Note: Read the first two chapters. You will not regret.

When archaeologist Nick Stolhm inherits his mother's unfinished quest, he uncovers a hidden world of ancient mysteries and mystical powers. But it's not just the secrets of the past that haunt him - it's the deadly forces seeking to control the future. After his mother's mysterious death, Nick seeks guidance from her longtime friend, Dr. Hassan. The elderly scholar reveals a shocking truth: the Shadow Security Force (SSF), a clandestine organization, silenced Nick's mother to protect their sinister agenda. The SSF will stop at nothing to exploit the Library of Fates, a realm where destinies are written and altered. Nick must assemble a skilled team and outrun the SSF to reach the Library first. From the physical to the Spirit World, they brave treacherous landscapes, rival expeditions, and mythical creatures. As Nick confronts his mother's killer and unravels the mystery of her death, he faces an impossible choice: avenging her or protecting humanity from the SSF's evil grasp. Will Nick's determination and loyalty be enough to overcome the forces of darkness? Will Nicks thirst for revenge and closure jeopardise the fabric of fates , or will he find a new path to redemption??

A reclusive book fanatic, finds himself stumbling into a story he hasn't even finished reading yet. Having to face living the life of a doomed by the plot side character.

A soldier makes the greatest sacrifices for there family, friends, and their country. But when Ajay is betrayed by the country that he had sworn to protect, his view on loyalty and ideals are shattered. If only he had a second chance to be the man he aspired to be...

"From now on, you can stay in this room and live the rest of your life here for all I care," were the words that condemned Li Na to a lifetime of isolation and despair at the hands of her own family. Betrayed by her sister, Li Jing, who injected her with a lethal dose of poison, Li Na's world faded into darkness, filled with a deep sense of sadness and betrayal. But fate had a different plan for Li Na. Instead of the expected descent into the afterlife, she found herself transported to a new existence, her younger self staring back at her from the mirror. Overwhelmed by this inexplicable rebirth, tears welled in her eyes as she made a solemn vow to herself: to seek justice and make her family pay for the pain they had inflicted upon her. As Li Na battles with the struggles of her past, a new surprise awaits. … With their faces just an inch apart, he softly asked her, "Do you trust me?" tracing her lips with one finger, lightly.  With a quivering smile, she nodded and whispered, "Yes, I trust you." To her Tang Zheng was the light sent by the heavens to shed her tears away. As Li Na embraces this new chapter of her life, a veil of mystery envelopes her path. The shadows whisper, and destiny's secrets slowly unveil, shaping Li Na's fate in ways she never imagined. Note: Daily Updates

Imagine graduating college in a few months, and then the apocalypse happened. What’s more, dungeons and monsters appeared, superhuman powers awakened and the world changed, yet Jade remained as he was—the ever so heedless, unbothered, emotionless, and weird guy manning the cash register. But some people deemed him lucky because he seemed to be unaffected by all those happenings. But would they still believe that when Jade came home one day from his night shift, tired and hungry, to find a dungeon gate right inside his house? The worst thing that could ever happen to him was get sucked in that gate, however, instead of the gate, strange Seekers are sucking up to him instead. Jade: Why is this happening?! Seeker 1: Help me go back to my world and I can give you everything you wish for. Seeker 2: I don’t care about going back to that damned world, so can you just let me stay here with you? Seeker 3: Jade, honey, you’re the best Minder! I need you, so come with me to my world. And so on… these Seekers are all lunatics forcing him to help them go back to their respective worlds! But how can Jade do that, when all of them were just mere characters from books?! Now, what will Jade do?

Transmigrating with a system into a sadistic romance novel is a bit overwhelming for Paige at the age of 34 and being a Hikikomori. "You are the protagonist of this world." She stated while the system directly shocked her left and right for disclosing the storyline to the male lead on her first day. A system trying to satisfy the creator, a shut-in that can't take care of herself, and a teenage male lead catching himself infatuated with the wrong person. The more time passed, the more everything went out of control, as apparently nothing had been as it seemed. A dark version of the typical system trope. WARNING: BLOODY, GORE, ANIMAL ABUSE, MENTION OF RAPE, DRUGS, YANDERE.... The artwork does not belong to me and if anyone knows the artists of this work, please let me know and I will credit them.

Born as an orphan, Jason never had anyone close to him. He endlessly searched for things to take his mind off of the loneliness such as studying, martial arts, and most importantly, reading. Jason had always loved fantasy novels for taking his mind on an extraordinary ride experiencing another person's life. One novel in particular had his attention, and he became invested in it. And finally, after running almost eight years, the novel 'Surviving my Rebirth in this Hellish World' was finally coming to an end. However, at this time, he was the only reader of the novel. Jason wasn't satisfied. After reading the terrible ending of his favorite harem series, he is given a chance to change the story. He is reincarnated into the novel as Raine Knightford, a prince and minor antagonist. Using this second chance at life, he will attempt to change the story and save his protagonist from his dark fate by giving him his happy ending. And, you know, steal the protagonists harem or whatever. _____ Onm, this novel staying free, idgaf. Contracts be damned! ____ I am attempting my first real go at writing for real. I will do my best to create a believable world and have a decent protagonist and side characters. However, my prologue is quite poor and there might be a few continuity errors when writing. I am still quite the amateur, but I am very open to any criticism you might give me. ____ Instagram (Character Pictures): thesharpest_pen1 Cashtag: $thesharpestpen1

A boy, shadowed by his fathered legacy, he was abandoned, now he himself is his first priority in life. But things may change....