The Villain Only Wants To Live A Buddhist Life

Betrayed, manipulated, and left to die by the one person he trusted, Ethan Cross thought his life of violence had finally come to an end. But fate had different plans. When he awakens in a new world as Valen Aetheris, the sole heir to one of the most powerful noble family in the empire, Ethan is given a second chance. This time, however, he won’t just survive—he will dominate. In this world of mana, ancient bloodlines, and mythical power, Valen’s new life offers him access to unimaginable wealth and influence. But in a world where fate favors the "protagonists," heroes destined to rise, Valen chooses a darker path: to drain their power, steal their destinies, and shape the world for himself. Armed with knowledge of the world's future from a novel he once read, and guided by a mysterious system that rewards him for hunting down the so-called “children of destiny,” Valen begins his calculated ascent to absolute supremacy. He trusts no one but himself, and his cold, ruthless methods ensure that nothing—and no one—will stand in his way. But as the line between hero and villain blurs, the stakes grow higher. To claim his throne over all creation, Valen will have to face not just the protagonists of this world, but the heavens themselves. (A/N: It’s my first time writing a novel although not perfect but try first 15 chapters and I assure you, that you will love it.)

Marcus Evans was the epitome of an ordinary guy—stuck in a dead-end job, addicted to reading webnovels for a taste of excitement, and completely invisible in the grand scheme of life. His greatest joy was escaping into the pages of Decade Long Crusade, a sprawling epic where the hero, Ash Braker, rises from weakness to ultimate power in a world of magic, technology, and danger. But when Marcus wakes up one day in a body that isn’t his, in a world that feels disturbingly familiar, he quickly realizes the impossible: he’s been transmigrated into the Decade Long Crusade universe. However, there’s a catch. He’s not the hero, nor even a notable character. He’s an unknown extra, an expendable background figure doomed to die without making a mark on the story. To survive in a world where extras are crushed underfoot by stronger powers, Marcus knows he can’t play the game like a hero. The only way to protect himself is to manipulate the plot, ensure Ash Braker’s rise to power, and play the part of the ruthless villain who pulls the strings from the shadows. As the world of cultivation, magic, and futuristic technology threatens to swallow him whole, Marcus must make hard decisions, form dangerous alliances, and betray those who stand in his way. Because in this world, it’s better to be the villain than to die forgotten.

Is a peaceful life too much to ask for?" Tega Bridges was just another soldier crippled by the cruelty of war. Bound to a wheelchair for the rest of his life, he spent his days running a dilapidated bar—a family inheritance and the last asset he had. One fateful night, after serving a homeless man who seemed insane, Tega found himself standing before a radiant goddess who promised his dreams could become reality if he lent her a hand. Reincarnated into the mysterious world of Arcania—where mana capacity determined ones social standing—Tega was reborn without an ounce of mana, marking him as an anomaly in this bloodthirsty land. Unfazed by his lack of mana and the poor treatment he received, Tega tried his best to grow stronger. Discovering that he had to meet impossible requirements to use his golden finger, Tega was left powerless in a world teetering on the brink of war. How could someone who couldn't even protect himself aid an enigmatic figure like a goddess? He just wanted a simple life, so why did fate keep shoving him into the heart of conflict? If he could spend the rest of his days in seclusion, he'd take the chance without hesitation—but his destiny had other plans. For some, despair might seem the only option. But to someone who had faced even worse hardships, it was merely a stepping stone to something greater. Destiny wasn’t set in stone, and fate could be tamed. If you can't change your fate, then you live your life like a puppet. Tega refused to let his story end as it had before. This time, he would seize control of his own destiny. Unwilling to succumb to the whims of fate, Tega makes a pact with a mysterious being, gaining the power to finally change his life—at a cost.

Alice is a 28-year-old software developer. She makes money, donates to charities, and even gives food to the homeless. But, in truth, she could not be sadder. She has no friends and she and her family have been estranged ever since she came out of the closet to them. She tries to distract herself from her problems, right up until she suddenly dies. It is not the end, though. Alice is asked to make 3 wishes, 3 things she'd wish for if she were to be reborn. Alice wishes for as many lovers as possible, a role in the world that means something, and a family that embraces her. Just like that, Alice awakens in another world as Melisa Blackflame, the firstborn daughter of a family of succubi. She decides to try to live life to its fullest here, vowing that, above all else, she will live a meaningful life and, finally, FINALLY, find love! What she doesn't know, however, is that she's about to find more of that than she can handle. --- GL/Futa harem! Daily updates at 12 pm est.

Ryuichi Kurogane, a rogue with no place to call home, is thrust into a world where magic, artificial intelligence, and ancient forces intertwine. Chosen by a celestial spirit and burdened with powers he barely understands, Ryuichi's journey is not just one of survival, but a quest to unravel the very fabric of existence. His Universe is under threat, as an awakened artificial intelligence seeks to reshape reality, and the lines between what is real and imagined blur. In this world of guilds, epic raids, and hidden alliances, Ryuichi discovers that the only way to confront this growing darkness is to master the balance between technology, magic, and his own humanity. With every battle and quest, he comes closer to the truth about the celestial forces guiding him, the fate of his family, and the shadow of the Demon Prince looming over all. The journey will take him from forgotten vaults of power to titanic battles, where world leaders and celestial beings clash in a war for control of reality itself. In a universe where power comes with a price, Ryuichi must decide if he is willing to pay it. Will he ascend as a hero, or be consumed by the very forces he seeks to control?

Have you ever wondered what it would feel like if your dick exploded? Or if voodoo or black magic actually worked? Axel got a crash course in both after leaving a one-star review for a trashy smut novel where the hapless author-san offed a minor villain. Little did he know that this particular author had some serious power. Suddenly, Axel found himself in the body of the very villain he was lamenting, right at the moment when everything was about to spiral into chaos. Now, with a second chance at life (and a brand-new set of problems), Axel must navigate the wild world of villainy—complete with explosive consequences and dark magic—if he wants to rewrite his story before it ends in disaster.

Ren Jiang, an introverted architect, died. He found himself transmigrating into a psychotic villain of the novel he read. Thinking about gaining new martial powers, he excitedly stepped out of the door. He did not get the powers but ended up face to face with a childhood friend who was obsessed with the original body. Ren, "..." Trying to get rid of the obsessed friend he found himself entangled in life and death situation with none other than the male lead. Ren, "... Please, leave me alone!" With the help of his system, Ren, now, Dorion, tried warding off the evil people and correcting original's evil ways. He finally achieved a peaceful life.... Not really. Even, when he carefully avoided any troublesome interactions with the main leads, he still, ended up catching the eye of the male supporting character. A person who appeared at the end of the novel, just to torture the original Dorion. Even when the original owner begged for death, he was cured to be tortured again. Ren, "..." Looking at the tall figure coming towards him, Ren sneakily tried to wiggle his way out, "I'll l-leave right now. I-I didn't m-mean to come here…” Kade Death laughed, his red eyes gleaming with intense emotions. He easily trapped the beautiful person in his arms, "My sweet, you didn't actually think that I would let you go, right? The scared Ren, "..." I did, But I dare not say! "I let you go once, angel, not anymore..." Ren, "...System, H-Help!" System, "Why don't you help me?!!!! Save me from the claws of this nine-tailed fox!!!!" ---------------------------------------------------------- "It's a slow burn. You have been warned that there will be smut... but at later parts. (after 100 chapters...) Readers can show their support by voting on the chapters. .............................................................

O Aleystria, god of hatred and destruction, your awakening shall herald the final twilight. Remember well who you are, who you once were, but above all, beware of who you shall become. -Long story -Crazy fight -OP MC -Mystery -Adventure -Romance -Isekai (with a special twist that you'll discover) Vol 1 physical version on amazon if you're french. Chapter 36 : Aley first awakening "The cold embrace of death awaits me, but I refuse it, I will not die." "- Access granted: 365 days remaining before the annihilation of all life, as initiated by Project Aleystria." Aley dies in a mysterious, almost tragic drowning. When he wakes up, he finds himself in another world—a place of swords and magic. At first, he imagines it will be like one of the fantasy stories he once devoured, but he never anticipated that this new realm would reveal more about him than his original world ever did. Aley will confront his true past, of which he was completely unaware. Madness will slowly, very slowly, take hold of him, nobody really want to confront someone they hate, even more so, when that person is who you truly are... Note due to recent Webnovel policies: Hello to all readers, I am a french novelist, I used a translating ai to translate my novel, since it manages to keep the original meaning of my words. If there are some errors, I will fix them as soon as I see them. This story is mine and entirely original, therefore, do not attempt to copy or steal. The AI was used purely for translation when needed, the rest of the novel is translated by me. Published On : Webnovel, Scribble Hub, Royal Road

What happens when 19 year old weeb loses every reason to live? what happens when such person gets transported into a cruel fantasy world with a total stranger? will this broken soul entangled in strange twists of fate find the reason to live again? P.S. Warning! this story contains a lot of physical/emotional trauma, suicidal thoughts, self destructive thoughts and emotional comfort as well as loss of loved ones.

A unique soul who got no attachments, found himself to awake in a strange body in a strange world. Instead of lamenting his fate, he decided to embrace his new fate. Living in this new world called 'Aruna' as he wanted, Enjoying what it's got to offer without caring whether there's a meaning to his arrival or not.

[WPC APRIL WINNER 2024] Lucas Voss was a normal adult in his late twenties. He doesn't know how or why but he got transmigrated as an extra inside of the novel he read till 5th volume. The problem for Lucas was that his life was in danger as soon as he entered the novel. Why? Because Lucas was transmigrated as the 4th Prince who is an extra and was about to die with an Illness that couldn't be cured. Not only that novel he transmigrated into was 'Cold-Blooded Emperor Rules.' The protagonist of that novel killed every member of the royal palace to become emperor of the empire. How will Lucas survive? Will he die like the extra that he is? or will he fight against fate to survive in this cold-blooded novel and become more than an extra? The only way to know is it read this novel! --- Support me one Pateron patreon.com/InkWaver_122

Experiencing a suffocating marriage with the man whom she was arranged to marry made Joanna want to leave him. But it was a failure as she died as the wife of the man who abandoned her and her son before they divorced. On the verge of her death, she made a wish to not encounter him again if there was a next life. She wished for the end of their fate only in this lifetime. She wanted to forget everything about him. However, when she opened her eyes again, she found herself in the room of the mansion of the man she just married. She was awakened by a dream that seemed to be a nightmare of her past life. She didn’t remember completely everything that had occurred in her past life and the dream was fragmented. But deep inside her heart, she only felt one thing. She was adamant about leaving him, to be far away from him. Therefore, she left his mansion just before she met him in person in the present lifetime. However, what she didn’t expect was that the so-called husband pursued her, not allowing her to leave him. Would Joanna be successful in leaving the man in this lifetime? Would fate play the same tragedy as her past life? --- As he pulled his finger away from her soft, warm lips, he said, “It is good you stopped winding up, Joanna. Otherwise, I would have used the other method to make you stop blabbering over the same, boring topic endlessly.” When he noticed the stubborn woman was about to prove herself to be stubborn, the man leaned forward in a swift movement, facing the woman’s stupefied face which was an inch away from his. “Continue to blabbering, don’t blame me if I apply my other method right now,” the man murmured above her breath, trailing his gaze from her quivering eyes to her lips before moving it back to her now widened eyes. --- *Cover doesn’t belong to the author. Credit to the artist/owner.

What do you expect from the person you love? silly question isn't it , except when the person you love turns out to be the one who fucked up your whole life ..... No reward for guessing ofcourse you become a villain. This Is story of such a villain. A villain who is formed out of misery, hatred, betrayal and the last thing you can expect from such person would be mercy. What do you think will happen when such a villain and his love cross paths again. To learn more about this story join Hrithik on his journey of love, revenge and betrayal.

In this modern mythological tale, Dhruv, an unsuspecting mortal, finds himself in Vaikuntha, questioning whether this is truly the end of his journey. Instead of peace, he meets a mysterious man in a suit, who ultimately reveals that Dhruv cannot enter heaven due to "arrows of regret"—a metaphor for his unfulfilled purpose. Offered a chance to return to Earth for 90 days to make amends, Dhruv agrees to the terms, unaware that the mysterious man is none other than Lord Vishnu in disguise. Upon accepting the deal, Dhruv embarks on a chaotic and humorous journey through the underworld, meeting Yamaraj, the god of death, and Gorgo, a nervous demon with horns, who comically reacts to Dhruv's presence as though he's a harbinger of disaster. As Dhruv navigates the strange, labyrinthine bureaucracy of the underworld and the daunting task of creating a "happy ending" for himself, he finds himself in an unusual mix of existential crises, dark humor, and supernatural chaos. With gods in disguise, reluctant demon assistants, and divine missions laced with humor, Dhruv's journey becomes one of discovering the true meaning of life, death, and purpose. This story is a refreshing take on mythology, where the mortal and the divine collide in unexpected and often hilarious ways, challenging Dhruv to find his own redemption and bring fulfillment to his life's story...

Sheila Barker is a child prodigy who was sent away by her family to a foreign country after her mother's death. Years later, the Barker family calls Sheila back because they have arranged a marriage for her with the Long family, one of the most powerful in the country. On her return journey, Sheila meets a strange man who, for some reason, ends up greatly influencing her stay in that country. How will Sheila face this arranged marriage while seeking to end her relationship with her family once and for all? Author's Note: This story slightly incorporates special abilities with fantasy elements. Every place name, medical term, and jargon used within the context of the work is mostly fictitious.

Matthew found himself transported to a game world. He realized that there seemed to be something wrong with his system. [Class: Necromancer Quest: Planting Trees Goal: 1000 trees Reward: Summoning 'Skeleton Dragon' & a large amount of EXP] From then on, a Necromancer who believed in balance even more than a Druid was born.

In a world where death marks a new beginning, a mother and her son are reborn into a realm ruled by magic, beasts, and dark secrets. Bound by a past they seek to leave behind, each step in this unfamiliar place brings them closer to truths about themselves that will forever change their bond. As they struggle to find their own path, they’ll discover that their fates might shape much more than their new "normal life."

Growing up in the Imperial Capital. Argo never expected anything save for a life of betrayal and intrigue. But it all changes, when he is bestowed a title and fief, sent to the outskirts, abandoning his Imperial duties and his right to inherit in exchange. Where the sea meets the shore, will he be able to have his happily ever after? //// For Author Updates: https://twitter.com/SonataWordlit //// Enjoy.

Alex Azrath, once dismissed as the weakest in his powerful noble family, has unlocked a hidden potential—a mysterious interface that allows him to replicate and create skills beyond imagination. As he battles through deadly encounters and faces legendary foes, Alex's powers expand, turning him from a scorned outcast into an unpredictable force. [ Player Alex is Replicating the skill: "Devoured Dragon’s Rage" from the Evil Primordial Dragon ] From his first taste of power, Alex’s abilities begin to reshape his path. Through battles with mythical beasts, duels with high-ranking warriors, and encounters with beings from other realms, Alex replicates the techniques of those who stand in his way. But his power doesn’t end at replication; as his skills evolve, he gains the ability to create skills never before seen. [ Player Alex has Created the skill: "Unyielding Void’s Embrace" ] With each encounter, Alex’s legend grows, drawing the attention of immortal cultivators, demon lords, and powerful sects who seek to control him—or destroy him. Allies and enemies alike come to see him as a wild card, an untamed power with skills that defy the boundaries of their world. Yet behind his rise, Alex senses a darker mystery tied to his abilities, a secret that could alter the fate of the Mortal Realm and beyond. In a world ruled by power and fear, Alex must decide how far he’s willing to go, knowing that with each new skill he creates, he steps closer to an ultimate truth—and a destiny he cannot escape.

[Warning] [The Mc's Girlfriend At The Beginning Makes Ntr to the Mc ] [If you don't think this is okay and you don't think it's okay, don't read this novel] [ This Novel is Not Mine It Is a Translation ] Autor original: Kevin Stann Gods get bored easily; Especially since they agreed to stop directly interfering in the lives of mortals. So, how do they get their kicks? By indirectly interfering in the lives of mortals, of course! Samuel is contacted by one such god with a proposition. Now he finds himself in a battle royale of lust, with only a game-like system to help him protect the women close to him and conquer his targets.

Twenty years ago, Mira, a 17-year-old girl, died in what she thought was a fatal accident. But death was not the end, but the beginning of a nightmare. Reborn again and again 99 times, she finally awakens in the world of her first life- Earth. But like the other worlds she lived in, the same system has also reshaped Earth, binding humanity to a harsh new reality. A world where survival is determined by power and magical abilities, giving rise to humanity's new hope- the Hunters. Mira must confront the cycle of destruction once more. Will she finally find a way to break free from this curse, or will her life end just like the others, leaving Earth to ruin?

Marriage is a happiness, it's life. However, this is not the same in Ashley Scott's case. After almost five years with her husband, Nathan Li, Ashley was tired. She wanted to be free and that would only happen if they got divorced. Nathan, on the other hand, did not want that. Ashley was his other half, his person and separating from her was something he could not stand. Ashley didn't want Nathan, but Nathan wanted her. With the revelation of secrets, would the couple be able to get past their trials and sustain their marriage, or would they forever be apart? *Excerpt He held her shoulders, his dark blue eyes glowing in the dark. "No one else can have you, Ashley. You're only mine." The scene then changed. This time, the blue-eyed man was kissing her. After, he spoke, "You know what I'm capable of, Ashley. You're only mine."

Elara Cross thought the end of the world would come quietly. But in a world ravaged by unstoppable disasters, grotesque monsters, and bands of desperate survivors, silence is a luxury few can afford. With the knowledge of a secret she can’t remember, Elara finds herself thrust into the center of an apocalyptic nightmare, where every choice could mean the difference between life and death. When she crosses paths with Kael Donovan, a powerful and enigmatic leader with secrets of his own, survival becomes both simpler and infinitely more complicated. But as Elara learns more about the origins of the apocalypse and the forces working in the shadows, it becomes clear that she’s more than just a survivor—she might be the key to ending the nightmare. The catch? Trusting Kael and the hardened allies surrounding her may be more dangerous than facing the apocalypse alone. Love, betrayal, and survival collide as Elara fights not only to survive but to find a reason to live, even as the world collapses around her.

Jian rue gazed back at the ugly gray alien while stumbling and running. he clumsily tossed a stone at it "Fuck just leave me alone!!!" Suddenly a warm pair of hand grabbed his waist and tossed him over a study shoulder. "Xing yu!! let me down! you fucker!!! The said man chuckled and playfully smacked his butt. "Honey, I'm saving your life~" "I had it under control. Now, let me go!" Jian rue bit his shoulders hard until the sweet taste of blood filled his mouth. "Hiss.. baby, you're making me hard~" Jian rue froze. "W-why are you following me! why me.." Xing yu stopped running, and with a swing of his sword, the ugly tentacle alien was slayed. He gentnly pulled him down and hugged him close. Peering into his eyes, he smirked, "Because you are my betrothed,"

A story about a certain Child of Destiny and his journey on the road to Immortality. This is a Side Story based in the Villain Verse. Main Story (Villain: The Play of Destiny) Yes, you can read it even if you haven't read the Main Story. Warnings: > Dark Themes > Incest > Tragedies > Large Harem > Gore

Evil、 sadistic love、CEO、 reunion after parting ways

Luna, a 23-year-old workaholic who had spent her life buried in deadlines and projects, never imagined her relentless dedication would lead to her untimely death. Even worse-she died a virgin. Exhaustion had claimed her life before she even had the chance to experience a proper romance. But fate had other plans. When she woke up, she found herself in the body of a stunning young lady, dripping in wealth and privilege-a life she could only dream of in her previous world. Now possessing the identity of Lady Kim, a renowned heiress with beauty, power, and endless suitors, Luna had only one thing on her mind. "Forget working myself to death! It's time for love!" Determined not to waste this second chance, her very first mission was simple: go on a blind date. After all, if she was going to live this life, why not start by ticking off the romance she never had time for? With a smirk on her lips, she set her sights on a future full of luxury, freedom, and maybe, just maybe, her first kiss.

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

will she archive her dreams

The world had changed when Gates began to appear. To fight back, humans began to awaken with powers. Mo Harin had always loved fighting. Unfortunately, she awoke as a D-rank healer. Would Harin succumb to being dragged around by reckless hunters to be some sort of healing mule? Absolutely not! With her trusty mallet by her side, Harin is going to fight them all!