Boston Globe

'Divinity Online'. The new breakthrough in the Full-Immersion Virtual Reality technology. After decades of work, Divinity Corp had achieved the impossible. Creating a massive video game world that people can enter and live in as if it were Earth. Their goal was clear, to create a world other than Earth that we can call home. A place where the laws of reality vanish, and the true ceiling of power shifts completely. Naturally, the shockwave Divinity Online created across the entire globe was unlike anything else. Every single person has heard of it, even those who have had no interest in video games before. Giant corporations and even governments immediately rushed to start planning to invest in this new world and just like that, billions of people had their eyes on one single date: the 19th of July. *** Arthur, like everyone else, had heard of the game and was as excited as everyone else to try it, if not even more. With how much he grew bored of his life on earth, this fantasy world was like the divine call he had been searching for. However, there was a very small problem. He had no money to buy the machine required to access Divinity Online. His wretched life had turned him into a broke teenager with no parents, and no relatives. But, by some kind of luck, he got his hands on one of those machines. Not knowing what was awaiting him in that world, Arthur was simply seeking one thing... A new opportunity in life and to find a purpose he could work for when he had none so far. [Welcome to 'Divinity Online'.] [Assimilation Started...]

In the year 2045, when humanity stands at the crossroads of civilization, a hidden war is being staged for the fate of species. Luo Lin, who was born as a military doctor in the special forces, met Lin Yue, a biotechnology researcher with the special ability of "seeing life", while tracking down a series of bizarre biological mutation events. The encounter between the two uncovers a shocking secret that is enough to change the fate of mankind: the quantum consciousness technology and mysterious "evolution factor" across the globe are actually the testing ground of civilization laid by alien civilizations. In this world where technology and mutation coexist, human society is divided into "transcendentals" who pursue digital immortality and "primitives" who aspire to genetic evolution. When the evolutionary factor spreads out of control, the quantum consciousness network is invaded by mysterious signals, and human civilization is in an unprecedented crisis. Luo Lin and Lin Yue must find a balance between maintaining humanity and transcending evolution, opening up a third path for humanity beyond the seemingly inevitable trajectory of fate. This is a story of choice, a story of perseverance or change in the face of the unknown, and a story of love and hope that can transcend death and evolution. When the spark of civilization is blown by the wind of fate, where will we go?

Diana, raised in a loving and supportive adoptive family, moves to a new neighborhood and struggles to fit in. She befriends Jaime and Chris, forming a lasting bond that carries them through their school years. As Diana matures, she faces bullying due to her mixed-race background and experiences a series of unexplained events that leave her confused and worried. In high school, she overcomes adversity, excelling academically, joining the archery team, and earning a full scholarship to Boston University. She also meets the man of her life, Anderson, whom she falls in love with as she embraces her high school and university life. Diana's life takes a dramatic turn when she discovers she is not her adoptive parents' biological daughter and that her parents have been missing for years. Driven by a desire to find her birth family, Diana embarks on a perilous adventure with her best friends and two new allies. Together, they navigate a web of mysteries and uncover shocking truths about Diana's past.

Following the world's greatest catastrophe—which nearly led to the apocalypse—the revelation of the skills to utilize magic and supernatural powers were brought to light. They, who were chosen by the stones were called the Ability Holders. With the globe entering a new era, an Academy specializing and entirely dictated for ability users was established. At this academy, abilities are evaluated and ranked based on how they influence the world. Gleren Stasis, a F-rank student at this academy—due to a certain circumstances—was forced to covertly work for an organization that preserves global harmony and balance; a pacifist and a nonchalant boy who would rather idle his days watching anime and play games than to do anything bothersome. However, one day with the arrival of Maria, the vampire princess—his wishful and peaceful days came crashing down. Maria as the Last Vampire was a special existence for which she was constantly sought after by her enemies. With such danger always lurking about the Vampire Princess, Gleren Stasis—a F-ranked student at Saint Stella Academy—was tasked with protecting her at all costs without disclosing the truth about himself(?). Will his life thoroughly change—or will he be the one to change the life of the vampire princess? This story revolves around the life of an underwhelming boy and the one's he had sworn to protect.

Following the world's greatest catastrophe, which nearly led to the apocalypse, the revelation of the ability to utilize magic was brought to light. With the globe entering a new era, an Academy specializing and entirely for ability users was established. At the academy, abilities are evaluated and ranked based on how they influence the world. Gleren, an F-rank student, covertly works for an organization that preserves global harmony and balance. A peace lover who would rather watch anime and play games than to do anything bothersome. But one day, with the arrival of Maria, the vampire princess, his peaceful life came crashing down. Maria the Last Vampire is a special existence for which she was constantly sought after. With danger always lurking about the Vampire Princess, Gleren Stasis—the F-ranked student at Saint Stella Academy—was tasked with protecting her at all costs without disclosing the truth about himself.

Philip Graciasta’s life is thrown into turmoil when his father, Alexander—a brilliant tech magnate with far-reaching ambitions—dies unexpectedly, leaving behind a massive fortune, a labyrinth of secrets, and a future fraught with danger. At the funeral, Philip meets the enigmatic and captivating Galatea, who has been mysteriously appointed as the trustee of his father's estate. What should have been a straightforward inheritance quickly spirals into a treacherous game of power, deception, and high-stakes corporate warfare. Determined to claim his rightful place at the helm of Andromeda Industry Group, Philip faces formidable opposition from within his own family. His powerful mother, Victoria, a real estate mogul, sees Galatea as a threat to her own ambitions. His half-sister, Lilianna, quietly manipulates events behind the scenes, serving as an informant for a shadowy organization whose true purpose remains unclear. As Philip struggles to untangle his family’s web of betrayals, he realizes that the stakes are far higher than he imagined. In his quest for control, Philip is reluctantly drawn into the larger forces at play. Dr. Max Sokraberg, a scientific visionary and Alexander’s closest friend, becomes his unlikely ally. Max holds the key to revolutionary technologies that promise to reshape the future, but these advancements also carry ethical and existential challenges. Philip soon discovers that Alexander's ultimate vision involves more than just the future of their company—it involves the future of humanity itself. The specifics of this grand plan are shrouded in mystery, but its implications ripple through everything Philip encounters. Meanwhile, Enrich Falconhyde, a former diplomat from Osgoria is thrust into a dark transformation. Once a peace-loving idealist, Enrich is consumed by grief and rage following his fiancée’s tragic death in an assassination attempt. His sorrow turns him into a warmonger, zealously supporting Osgoria’s extremist military faction. This faction seeks total domination over Alyssia, at any cost—even if it means mass civilian casualties. Enrich's descent into fanaticism mirrors the growing instability of their world as wars and social tensions rose all over the globe paralleling technological transformations. As global tensions rise and the secret organization pulls strings behind the scenes, Philip must navigate a rapidly changing landscape. Galatea, despite becoming ever more intimate with Philip, remains an enigma, concealing a secret that could shake Philip’s very understanding of reality. In a world teetering on the edge of war and technological transformation, Philip must unravel his father’s mysteries and decide whether to embrace or reject the future Alexander envisioned.

Chen Xiaoyun, an orphan from Guangzhou, China, once met a girl who looked remarkably like him. Before he could learn more about her, a deadly virus was unleashed around the globe. Humans turned into creatures straight out of video games and movies, and zombies and mutants roamed the streets with no one to stop them. From tanks to jockeys to even invisible zombies and mutated dogs. The mutations are just endless. "Why is there a zombie apocalypse just as I find my family? And why can I suddenly create things from thin air?" Will Xiaoyun survive the chaos with the new people he meets along the way? Will he use his newfound abilities to bring peace to a devastated world? Or perhaps he will just take another nap in the bed like a lazy pig—— "Shut up. How am I supposed to do anything when you keep throwing women at me?" ____________ Author's note: The main character grows as the story develops. Although he's very naive from the beginning, he matures a lot as the story progresses. There is no NTR or Yuri unless you consider the main character's woman sharing his 'stuff' in a threesome as Yuri, in which case I have nothing for you. Some of the love interests are related to the main character. Discord server if you want to talk or have questions: https://discord.gg/hnXMFwfVR3

Across the globe, time seemed to stop as the world dissolved into blinding cascades of light, shattering reality as they knew it. In an instant, their ordinary lives were torn away—ripped from comfort and thrust into chaos. No one was spared. Not the strong. Not the weak. Not even the children. Now stranded on the brutal world of Varon, survival is not a right but a desperate fight. Follow Wei Long as he battles through blood and fire, striving to rise above the carnage in a land where only the ruthless thrive. Hell has come, not to Earth—but to Varon.

An apocalyptic catastrophe sweeps across the globe, and a deadly gamble drives all of humanity into madness. A stunning dealer plays for lives online, zombies and feral beasts offer offline training, and sultry women scream at your side. Ten ultimate battle zones are yours to choose from. 144 cards, 144 ways to play. You start with just one life—there's no turning back. Cheng Yifei says, "Only gamblers sit at the table. As for me, I grow stronger lurking beneath it."

In the year 2728, a deadly virus ravages Earth, wiping out almost 90% of the human population. The virus targets only humans, leaving the world in chaos. By 2729, the remaining 10% of humanity has taken refuge in 1000 bunkers around the globe, hoping to outlast the plague. To conserve resources, each bunker’s inhabitants are placed in cryogenic sleep, waking only 100 individuals every 100 years for brief maintenance cycles. By the year 5000, humanity begins to emerge, restoring the Earth—but Bunker No. 11 remains mysteriously inactive, hidden away and never rejoining the world. In the year 4000, after over 1,300 years in cryosleep, the 13th maintenance crew in Bunker No. 11 encounters an energy failure on its reactor, the crew forced to wake up the sleeping human in the entire bunker to keep the power flowing, they scramble to make repairs. But then, a powerful earthquake shakes the bunker, driving the terrified crew to evacuate. When they emerge, they're shocked to find a vibrant, wild forest where their old civilization once stood. The skyscrapers and cityscapes they remember are gone, replaced by an unknown and untamed landscape.

Urban Shadows dives into the rich, eerie world of urban myths, weaving together tales of mystery, horror, and intrigue from cities around the globe. From bustling metropolises to quiet suburban towns, every chapter explores a different myth rooted in the cultural fears, histories, and supernatural curiosities unique to each location.

Sortir la nuit dans ce monde, c’est s'assurer une mort sanglante ! Une ère de paix et de prospérité régnait sur la Terre, jusqu'à ce qu'un évènement macabre vienne tout bouleverser. Cette nuit tragique était marquée par la métamorphose de la Lune en un globe oculaire géant. Ceux qui avaient le malheur de lever les yeux vers ce dernier déclenchaient l'apparition des Kalamités, des monstruosités ayant pour seule volonté d’anéantir l’espèce humaine. Heureusement, le carnage prenait fin quand l’Œil Rouge se couchait. Dès lors, les Kalamités se volatilisaient, laissant derrière eux la mort, le feu et le sang. Puis le cycle morbide reprenait la nuit suivante. Mais le soir où l’Œil Rouge avait fait sa première apparition était également le jour où environ une personne sur cinq contractait des capacités surnaturelles. Et certains de ces Choisis détenaient en eux le pouvoir de neutraliser ces nouveaux prédateurs nocturnes. Alors, dans l'espoir d’en venir à bout, les gouvernements mirent en place des unités rassemblant les Choisis les plus puissants de la planète. Ainsi fut créé l'ordre des Chasseurs de Kalamités, l'ultime réponse de l'Humanité pour s'opposer à la tragédie qui menace son existence ! Un adolescent répondant au nom de Muden va être impliqué dans cette lutte acharnée. Aujourd’hui il est animé par un unique objectif : percer les mystères des Kalamités afin de les éradiquer une bonne fois pour toutes ! ⚠️Avertissement : cette histoire contient des scènes qui peuvent choquer les plus sensibles.⚠️

Become the master of the world and bring about the revival of spiritual energy across the globe. Use all beings as chess pieces to pave a path to immortality. (Note : I am just translating the work don't mistake it for mine thank you for reading )

Andrew Reichenbacher, a soldier visiting his wife’s family in Wilmington, California, finds himself amidst a sudden zombie apocalypse. As the outbreak spreads, he discovers he is one of ten individuals with a special system granting him the ability to summon military forces from the USSR circa 1990. Join Andrew as he must navigate this new reality, discover what has become of the world now that the dead walk again. He'll must navigate the challenges of managing survivors, clearing zombies, and dealing with this strange system’s XP and credit economy, which rewards him for killing different types of zombies and mutants. Meanwhile, he learns that about the system, its military power and abilities to assist him in rebuilding. Meanwhile within the shadows, zombie-controlling individuals are gaining strength, are emerging around the globe. As Andrew grows, he grapples with balancing leadership and ensuring survivor contribution, all while preparing for the larger threats looming on and over the horizon.

A catastrophic incident takes place in the year of 2024, when the globe is facing unheard-of difficulties. Massive tree sprouts from the ground in the middle of an typical neighborhood, growing quickly and with menacing growth. The Earth is gripped by terror and confusion as the tree flies into the sky. With their knowledge of this unusual occurrence rendered worthless, governments, scientists, and the armed forces are completely perplexed. As the tree's shadow grows and casts a pall over humanity, the entire globe watches in terror. The familiar atmosphere grows denser, pressing down on all living things with a physical pressure. The tree attracts a diverse range of people within its area of influence as each day goes by. Certain people mutter the term "Yggdrasil," connecting the enormous tree to legendary stories, having knowledge of old predictions and tales. Others are just entangled in the net of this worldwide abnormality, oblivious to such information. As life intersects and their destiny become entwined with the mysterious tree, love, loss, and desperation merge. When chaos and uncertainty take over the globe.

With the whole globe snowed over, humans are no longer on top of the ladder. Violent aliens have forced humanity into various locations of hiding, and an evil ancient clan reveals itself. Taking control of sanctuaries all over Earth as Mafia Bosses, Dictators, Conquerors, and other forms of leadership, in an attempt to prove which is the strongest amongst them. After being in hiding for three years, humans have begun to acquire "abilities" just from slaying one of these aliens. Shortly after leaving their sanctuary/apocalypse training academy, two old friends, Katsu and Saku, are matched together not only as an academic team, but choosen by the last surviving "Creator of Humanity". Each one is 'blessed' as the vessels for the universe's contemporary forces and use their unique abilities to achieve their own (secretly combative) goals. Accompanying them is a female descendant of the greatest 'unknown' Scandinavian sword fighter. After being revealed to about her destined lineage, and the lost "mythical" history of her highly respected grandmother from the Viking/Valkyrie Age, Shelly is determined to retrieve all of her slain grandmother's stolen weapons from a both physically and magically gifted covenant of witches. If you have a beloved purpose you can't live without, do you truly have any freedom? If you have complete freedom to do or say whatever you desire, do you truly have any purpose worth caring about? [All art is not done by AI but by my good friend Amon-kun] ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~ WARNING/DISCLAIMER: This series spotlights coincidental parallels between various religious scriptures, and scientific theories but is in no way discrediting or belittling the beliefs of others whether that be Creationist or Evolutionist. The views, ideas, and conversations between characters aren't in any way meant to change anyone's beliefs. The conscious use of certain psychological elements from theistic ideology and out of context holy verses is only to support this fictional plot and it's characters. As well as aid the reader as to how one could theoreticize or philosophicize the plot. Instead of using various conflicting ideologies to shame or undermine those who believe, the intention is for deeper thinking and uniting those who believe peace and tranquility between humanity is most important above all.

In 'A Nephalem Ascension,' embark on an epic journey alongside Aiden, our resilient protagonist. As the sun rises on what seems like any other day, the world shudders and trembles, and in an instant, every adult over the age of twenty vanishes, leaving behind only bewildered children, teenagers, and a handful of young adults. Even newborns are mysteriously whisked away, leaving only those between the ages of six and twenty to grapple with the sudden upheaval. A commanding voice reverberates across the globe, proclaiming an enigmatic challenge: 'Your world has been chosen to undergo a trial. Prove yourselves worthy, and ascend to godhood.' In this fantastical realm thrust upon them, where the rules of reality bend and twist, Aiden and his peers must navigate a landscape devoid of modern technology, relying instead on newfound magical abilities and elemental powers. As they strive to uncover the truth behind their predicament, they'll encounter daunting challenges, forge unlikely alliances, and confront their deepest fears. But amidst the chaos and uncertainty, one thing remains clear: the fate of humanity hangs in the balance, and only those who can unlock the secrets of their own potential stand a chance at ascending to a higher plane of existence.

After months of disappointment, I lost hope of recovering the CAD 8,000 (approximately USD 6,000) I had invested in a deriv options trading platform. As a Canadian student studying at Harvard University in Boston, I strive to make smart financial choices, yet I fell victim to a cleverly orchestrated scam. I want to share my experience to help others navigate similar pitfalls.While attending classes in Boston, I encountered the platform through an eye-catching advertisement online that promised quick returns. Despite my initial skepticism, I decided to invest CAD 1,500 (about USD 1,150) to give it a shot. To my surprise, my investment began to grow rapidly, which encouraged me to invest an additional CAD 6,500 (around USD 4,850) over time.For a while, everything seemed to be going well. The platform claimed I was making impressive profits, and my account balance appeared to reflect those claims. However, when I attempted to withdraw my funds, the nightmare began. Each of my withdrawal requests was met with endless delays and evasive responses. Whenever I inquired about my money, I faced requests for various fees—taxes, processing costs, and even questionable “verification fees.” It became painfully clear that I was caught in a scam, but by then, I had already lost a substantial amount.The emotional toll was significant. I felt ashamed for trusting a platform I didn’t fully understand and frustrated with myself for being so easily misled. Nevertheless, I refused to let this experience defeat me. Determined to recover my money, I researched my options. That’s when I came across Dunamis cybersolution Web Recovery, highlighted in numerous positive testimonials online. Skeptical yet hopeful, I decided to reach out for assistance.To my astonishment, DUNAMIS CYBER SOLUTION Web Recovery successfully recovered 100% of my investment. The sense of relief was overwhelming. Although I still grapple with the regret of my earlier decisions, I am immensely grateful for the help I received. DUNAMIS CYBER SOLUTION Web Recovery not only returned my funds but also restored my confidence in the possibility of recovering from such distressing experiences.Dont lose hope DUNAMIS CYBER SOLUTION web recovery is available to help you reclaim your lost funds. My story serves as a testament that, with determination and the right guidance, recovery is truly possible. +1 3433030545 https://dunamiscybersolution.com Dunamiscyber@solution4u.com contact@dunamiscybersolution.com

Une histoire qui se déroule dans un univers où la réalité peut être altérée par l'esprit par un procédé communément appelé magie. En 2142, soit 33 ans après la Grande révélation, la magie a commencé à s'intégrer à la société. Cette pratique autrefois cachée est passée brusquement au premier plan, et le monde en a été bouleversé. Dans ce contexte, des Crises ont commencé à émerger de part et d'autres du globe, mettant en péril l'humanité. Le Prometheus est une organisation dédiée à la résolution des Crises. Elle envoie ses membres aux quatre coins du monde afin de protéger l'humanité. Au moment où Seth Silencemaker rejoint le Prometheus, une mission vient d'être mise en place, appelée l'Arche. Il décide immédiatement d'y prendre part, impatient de vivre une aventure inoubliable.

Jace has a curse inherited to him through his family. All males will die at the age of twenty four. It's happened to his grandfather, his father, and he has five years until something happens to him. He doesn't know much about the curse, except that it has ties to Sleighfew. Sleighfew is a school known for teaching humans how to defend against threats such as Demons, vampires, dragons, and more. Determined to find a way to stop his family's curse, Jace joins Sleighfew to find answers. Things become more complicated once a Shen enters the story. A dragon spirit looking for a host to help it fight the Dark Lord, and Jace is its next pick. Meanwhile, a darker influence is effecting more and more creatures around the globe. Jace and friends must question if their school is really training them for success, or offering them as sacrifices?

This is a world where the ancient deities had died, and demons are born from the dark. This is a world where martial arts are common, and they’re divided into nine-class, where the highest class leads to the world of immortals. Zhou Heng transmigrated to this place and became an apprentice in a normal martial arts school. He practiced martial arts hard and at the same time, worked hard for a living. One day, when he was practicing martial arts, he heard this voice. “You’re practicing martial arts hard. Your level of proficiency has increased by 1.” “You’re practicing martial arts hard. Your level of proficiency has increased by 3.” “Congratulations! Since you have been martial arts nonstop, triggered ‘Heavenly Reward’. Your understanding toward martial arts has increased exponentially. Your level of proficiency has increased by 10.” “Congratulations! You’ve reached perfection for the martial arts! You received a Lucky Bag.” “You opened the Lucky Bag! You’re so lucky! You obtained Solo Nine Swords!” “You opened the Lucky Bag! You’re so lucky! You obtained Celestial Globe Appraisal!” “You opened the Lucky Bag! You’re so lucky! You obtained Gold Origin Medal!”

In the far future, where mankind had finally conquered nearly all of the planet's expanses and was now making its way towards other worlds, humanity had suddenly been beset by otherwordly, magical invaders who came through several gateways that opened all throughout the globe. While mankind would eventually win, a soldier known as Novus Sturne would unfortunately perish before the conflict finally came to an end. Luckily however, he was saved by some strange miracles that had suddenly came to be... Have you ever wanted to see a pure technology/ science user clash against the likes of magic users? Not only that, but would you also like to see him build an empire? If so, then this story will probably be a good read for you!

After a millennium of monotony, the hidden immortals found themselves utterly bored with the endless cycle of existence. Growing weary of merely observing humanity from the shadows, they decided it was time to stir things up a bit. The immortal known as Doyen took the initiative to gather individuals from various backgrounds and corners of the globe, crafting a pocket universe complete with an island that served as a hub connecting different mini-worlds through portals. This island became a playground for the abducted humans, thrust into a brutal survival game. Doyen extended invitations to his fellow immortals, encouraging them to select champions for their twisted contests. If the humans failed to amuse, the immortals had the option to exert direct control over them. Each participant received a familiar egg and a backpack filled with essential gear, as they were cast onto the island designed to push their limits, all for the entertainment of the watching immortals.

In 1859, England, a misfit Irish student named Lámha L. Boggan endures ridicule at his prestigious English boarding school due to his heritage and peculiar looks. Despite constant harassment and failing grades, Lámha is promised a special "retreat." However, the trip turns out to be a dark twist of fate, where he's thrust into the brutal world. Optimistic yet naive, Lámha must now navigate the harsh reality of servitude, betrayal, and survival while traveling across the globe.

Final Life Online is a 10th-generation, full-dive VRMMO game developed through the collaboration of companies from across the globe. The game was initially designed as a virtual utopia, a place where players could spend their entire lives after retirement, earn a living, and even shape a new reality. Despite its deep and serious intent, the game became an escape for most players, who gave up on its true objective and chose instead to simply enjoy living in the virtual world as if it were reality. Only a few elite guilds still aimed to beat the game, chasing the incredible rewards promised to those who succeeded. The stakes were high — any player who could defeat the game's final challenge would be rewarded with 20% ownership in the top 1,000 companies in the real world. Yet, as the years passed, no one was able to conquer it. Now, a decade later, the game has become a battleground for the top guilds, all vying for that elusive victory and its earth-shaking rewards. Suddenly, the perspective shifts to a figure standing by the window, looking out into the fading light. A soft breeze ruffles the curtains as he gazes at the massive poster of Final Life Online plastered on the building across the street, its vibrant colors a stark contrast to the dullness of his room. He mutters to himself, his voice a mere whisper against the cacophony of the city below. "And I... am Flynn Blade." The name feels foreign on his tongue, a remnant of a past life he can barely remember. And I have reincarnated in this Doomed world, But no more as I am here now. ***** Flynn, a reincarnator from another world, finds himself preparing for the launch of Final Life Online, a virtual reality game with world-changing stakes. In his previous life, Final Life Online was just a novel, but now he knows it’s far more than just a game. It's humanity's last chance to prepare for a catastrophic apocalypse set to hit Earth in ten years. To make sure the world takes it seriously, the game’s rewards are extraordinary, including shares in top companies and a “World Owner” title with unparalleled power. Flynn has an edge over other players because he knows the game’s true purpose from the start, thanks to reading from the perspective of Max, the story's main character. Max is a regressor who, like Flynn, will join the game today. Max is set to choose one of the strongest classes, but Flynn knows about an even more powerful class that Max didn’t know existed. This class once made another player the second-strongest in the world, nearly on par with Max, despite the fact that Max had multiple advantages like special equipment and cheats. Flynn plans to take this class for himself, aiming to surpass even Max in strength and gather enough power to survive the coming apocalypse. Though he has never met Max personally, Flynn's knowledge of Max’s journey gives him the insight he needs to prepare. His ultimate goal is not just to become stronger, but to protect himself and those he cares about from the impending disaster.

"Shhhh," he cut me off, his palms spreading on the revealed skin of my abdomen. His index fingers made their way into the waistband of my sweatpants as he pressed his front closer to my behind. "Don't shush m-" I tried to argue. "I said so," he stated, his tone going deeper as his hand went lower, this time to the waistband of my panties. I couldn't control my breathing anymore, more so as his teeth lightly grazed my neck. "So you better obey." ^^^^^^^ They say "A night in Vegas can change your life." Rachel didn't think this saying would apply to her. Well that was until she opened the door of her hotel room after a crazy night out. As a marriage certificate is shoved in her face, she notices a glistening diamond on her ring finger. The piece of paper turns out to be legit as stated by the lawyer who presented it. What's more shocking is that her said husband is Lorenzo Caden Peters, one of the best actors in the world and soon to be CEO of the biggest textile company around the globe. How would their life turn out?

The world changed on the day the first Gate appeared. A massive, swirling vortex of energy erupted in the heart of New York City, towering over the skyline. It was unlike anything humanity had ever seen—a shimmering doorway to the unknown, pulsing with a power that seemed to defy the laws of physics. Within days, similar gates began appearing around the globe, from the Amazon rainforest to the Siberian tundra. Scientists were baffled, governments were alarmed, and the military mobilized. These Gates, as they came to be known, allowed only a limited number of people to pass through at any given time, depending on the "level" of the Gate. The world quickly learned that beyond these portals lay realms filled with monsters, creatures straight out of ancient legends and nightmares. The monsters were deadly, their strength and ferocity determined by the disaster level of the Gate they guarded. But those who managed to defeat them found treasures of immense value—items of great power and utility, and most importantly, the Crystals.

"This is your new reality. Find me, defeat me, and you will be free."" These were the final words of Kaito Nakamura, the mastermind behind Eternal Nexus, a VRMMORPG that turned into a deadly nightmare. On the day of its release in 2030, over 50,000 players were trapped inside when Nakamura uploaded his consciousness into the game and cut off any possibility of logging out. The ultimate twist? Death in the game meant death in real life. Any attempt to unplug the player from the VIZion system would instantly kill them. Five years have passed since that horrific day. Only 10,000 players remain. With the world desperate for a solution, the world governments launched Project: GRIM REAPER—an elite operation to send ten of the most skilled individuals from around the globe into Eternal Nexus. Their mission: locate Nakamura’s in-game avatar, defeat him, and bring an end to this death trap once and for all. My name is Rei Kurogane, and I was chosen to be one of the ten. I’m not a professional gamer, unlike the others. I’m a Kenjutsuka—a practitioner of the ancient art of swordsmanship. My brother and sister are among the thousands still trapped in the game. I have no choice but to enter this virtual hell, not as a player, but as a warrior determined to save them. Nakamura started this game. I will end it—with my own hands.

In the year 2142, the heavens shattered. The skies all over Earth split open in thousands of ugly gashes, revealing the strange worlds beyond them. But stranger still were the creatures emerging from within those spatial scars. Mythic monsters appeared across the globe; legendary beasts invaded every country; mutated animals prowled their cities. Aliens, demons, yokais, rakshasas, they were feared by many names. This story is about the one who conquered them all by mastering his own soul, a Rakshasa Shikari once named Aum Khayal.

In a world where intelligent species are as many as starts observable in the night.There exists Guardians of humanity, The Wardens. The wardens were the protectors of the human clans and they were known as heroes. Heroes of what you might ask?,Well in this world of chaos,there was no race who were safe.Not humans,not dragons,not goblins.No race was safe from each other.Each race were at war at each other,either for resources or power,nothing was left.Everything was an excuse for war.This was the rise of the wardens.The wardens or otherwise the protectors of humanity would destroy any race who would try to extinct the humans and they had powerful and awful ways of doing it. Just as time went on passing,Humanity lived in peace and so did the Wardens. However This peace among wardens wasn't lived on forever, Shadow the warden of shadows was not the same as the other wardens, no he was different. He wanted to destroy the human race and rule the races.So he did what he had to. Over the years of fighting with the oher races, he kept their shadows and wanted to release them for his conquest. His time had reached and he had released the shadows he extracted from killing the most powerful beasts. Suddenly the wardens were up against millions of creatures all alone, all millions of shadows fighting for the Emperor of Shadows. The Warden, Shadows. Although much was sacrificed the wardens won, but the losses overweighed the gains as almost 99 percent of wardens were gone and died along he war, only leaving 5 wardens. WARDEN OF FLAMES WARDEN OF WAVES WARDEN OF CRYSTALS WARDEN OF THUNDER WARDEN OF WINDS However the 5 wardens were totally worn out, so inorder to revive their power back they had to go to slumber for 100 years. Humanity knew that they're hopes were gone however they couldn't hold the inevitable thus they built the citadels to honor the 5 wardens and let them sleep. The wardens made their promise to return and help humanity but finally after 100 years, Ashfall the warden of Flames is shocked as he wakes up to a peaceful era where all the races of the globe live harmoniously among each other. What will Ashfall do in a world that he is forgotten. A world where he has no purpose. Will he finally rest peacefully. ––– Yes, use of mana Is present in this world. So is spells, magic and also all kinds of races are present, from dragons to goblins to you name it.. Also it follows slice of life theme. Any other questions will be answered in the comment section under author's review.