When The Game Stands Tall

Ayla is twenty -two when her boyfriend breaks up with her. Feeling distraught, she has a one-night stand with a stranger. That stranger turns out to be the CEO of the new company that she is going to work for. What will happen when the two strangers reunite again?

Vardy, a shut - in loner, seeks refuge in Rune Quest, an RPG game where he transforms from weak to strong as a Dark Warlock. Soon after he enrolled at White Oak Academy, he faced discrimination alongside his peers in the Frame Initiative. Eventually, he unlocks a powerful system that grants him the abilities from his game avatar.

Seventeen-year-old Seo Jinhee has always played it safe—good grades, predictable routines, and a quiet life in her small town. But everything changes the night she receives a mysterious text: “Want to play a game?” At first, it seems like a harmless prank. Then the dares begin. Jinhee realizes she’s caught in something far bigger than a simple game. Someone is watching her. Someone who knows her secrets. And backing out? Not an option. With every choice, Jinhee is forced deeper into the stranger’s twisted design, where one wrong move could cost her everything—even her life. As she races to uncover the person behind the game, she must decide: follow the rules, or risk everything to beat them at their own game. But what if the only way to win… is to lose?

The Game of Death is a modern fantasy-action manga that blends virtual reality gaming with ancient mythology, intense battles, and deep character growth. Set in a world where players are trapped inside a deadly VR game, the story follows Lukashi Forono, a powerful yet outcast warrior, along with his friends Anturo Sakinama and Aiko Tsukino, as they fight their way through 140 perilous levels to escape and uncover the dark secrets behind the game. Created by the devil scientist Lord Lemra, The Game of Death is more than just a game—it is a battlefield where the weak perish, and only the strongest survive. The trio must face dangerous monsters, elite warriors, and the sinister Abyssal Legion, a villainous group that seeks to control the game’s hidden powers. Along the way, Lukashi discovers his true potential and his mysterious connection to the game's origins. How to Cross the Levels In The Game of Death, each level is a brutal test of survival. To advance to the next level, players must: Defeat the First Boss Monster – A powerful guardian that protects the path forward. Defeat the Leader Boss Monster – The true ruler of the level, far stronger than the first boss. Only by defeating the leader boss can players move to the next level. Each level presents new challenges, from powerful mythical creatures to skilled warriors, forcing players to strategize, adapt, and grow stronger. With high-stakes combat, deep friendships, and a mix of modern and ancient elements, The Game of Death explores themes of power, survival, and the meaning of destiny in a world where death is just a step away.

Adopted daughter Scarlet Winter life had been a rollercoaster as she battles with providing for the parasitic family of hers... She engages in so many occupations, from a 9-5 job, to a delivery girl, a handyman, a stand in secretary or agent. As long as it provides money she is willing to take on the job. Amidst her trouble, she has an online confidant (Lucia) who is always there to listen to her. Though, they never met, but her dependency on him has increased over time. In one day, Scarlet's life took a drastic turn, when she has to work as a stand in secretary but to close the deal, she has no option than sign herself off in marriage swapping with the original bride...

I ran. That was the only thought on my mind. Angry tears filled my eyes, many questions running through my mind would I die like this? was this how my life would in..in pain that I cowardly gave it up? I could hear my heart thumping fast in my ears, I could feel the blood rush all over I couldn't give up now... I wasn't going to give up not now I was going to put and end to this game , No..I am going to destroy it

Elara Taylor was living a happy and comfortable life with her only living family member, Kaelion Taylor, her brother and anchor. But the fate was never fair to begin with, how can it let her be? On her 18th birthday, instead of a grand birthday cake and gift that her brother had promised her, she found something that toppled her world upside down, a letter left by her brother, telling her he will be going on a secret mission, as he disappeared in thin air. But that was not enough, fate played another game with her when she was given the news of her brother's death, even his body was not found. Unable to accept her brother's death, Elara took it upon herself to find Kaelion, even if he was dead, she must find his body at the very least. Accompany Elara as she, driven by her unyielding resolve to find her missing brother, ventures into a world that defiles all reason. Surrounded by a treacherous web of secrets, betrayal, and forgotten truths, with fragments of memory as her only guide, she is haunted by visions of a life she can't explain. As the lines between reality and illusion blur, she must unravel the mysteries surrounding her brother's disappearance, confront the shadows of a past she doesn't belong to, and navigate a path fraught with danger. But with every step closer to truth, the question remains-- will she find him, or lose herself entirely? The cover image isn't mine. I took it from Pinterest, so tell me if it belongs to someone, and I'll change it.

In the heart of a bustling city, a young dreamer navigates the labyrinth of ambition and desire. With every spotlight moment, a new shadow is cast, revealing the hidden intricacies of the pursuit of fame. As their journey unfolds, they encounter a challenges that test the very essence of their dreams. The path to stardom is paved with glittering illusions and stark realities, each step blurring the line between aspiration and sacrifice. When the final curtain falls, they are left to confront the true cost of their quest and the deeper meaning of success.

A man in his thirties was standing in front of she-devil's grave, under everyone's watchful eyes, he dropped the flower to her coffin, his tone was full of ridicule. "Congrats on your death." Next year he came, "I won. You lost to me and I will live well. Just rot in there." Next year he came again, "I have a pretty girlfriend and I will marry next year. My life is good. Nothing to worry about." Next year he came once more, "I will stop visiting and forget you! My life is better without you! See, I live well!" But he came again the next year and the years after that. People said he was hunted by his so-called arch-enemy. That even after death, the devil did not even let him go. He stood in front of her grave. His once handsome face had turned old and wrinkly. "Bei Sangyun, I cursed you. You are not allowed to rest in peace. You must be suffering there like me, right? You devil..." He might be the last one standing. But his life was the same as the dead's- lifeless and empty. He did not live well, he never once marry and his heart was never at peace. And it was all the fault of one person. ***** Bei Sangyun was a big bully in high school. The target of her bullying was the skinny boy in her grade, Fei Chuan. They were classmates once in kindergarten and met again in high school. But one day, just a year left before graduation, the big bully suddenly changed. One day, Fei Chuan hesitantly opened his locker. The other night, the big bully said that she left something in his locker. He did not really want to open it. He was afraid a poisonous snake would come out of his locker. However, his report card was there. With gritted teeth, the young boy opened it. However, what appeared was not a hideous thing as he expected, but a bright pink letter with a little heart sticker as a seal. It turned out, the surprise was scarier than a snake. Was this a new form of torture? Since then, Bei Sangyun relentlessly chased the young Fei Chuan until the two got married. ****** This is a story of rebirth. The two arch-enemies who could not live under the same sky had become sweet lovers.

After the Third World War had ended, peace has returned to the Kingdom of Fuji. But this is only an illusion, as discrimination, poverty, rebels and immense corruption plague the state. To finally bring back true peace, the Kaizen Academy was created; a military institution to train and bring forth elite soldiers that will hopefully lead the country into a better future. Kawakami Rei, one of the people who got accepted into the academy, now has to fight through the brutal training, carry the burden of an entire country and face his own personal trauma.

(This dramedy book is also known as ”Cheriot’s Standline”.) Alvin Fernsby is a 23-year old man who, to some people, is sarcastic and just a snarky know-it-all, as do his parents that make his life an absolute hell to live in. One day, while going on a walk with his dog Lain, the duo get sucked into another world, encountering fresh faces and a new place to explore. However, there is a looming danger out for the duo...

"I, Thandie Lohan vow to focus all my energy on building my career...I am done with relationships". I was done with men and their empty promises, the old fairytale romance Thandie was gone -at least that's what I hoped for until I crossed paths with him. A simple spark of desire - the curiosity to know how the warmth of his body felt pressed against mine - that spark soon turned to a flame even I couldn't handle. A burning flame that changed my whole life, together we created a love story that had nothing in common with the fairytales. Let me tell you a story of how my sun danced the moment Walter waltzed into my life...

Don is the ruler of the world earth, but gets betrayed by his ally, after his death he finds himself in a new world way diffrent then the one he was in before. Don sets his sights on conquering this new world and getting stronger, striking everyone agains him or even those that’s not against him all to relise his new goals.

Caught between her mother’s relentless pressure to marry her irresponsible cousin and her own dreams of completing her studies and building a career, Teal finds herself at a breaking point. Abandoned by the man she once loved, she faces an unexpected twist when the wealthy and enigmatic Alexander Epix enters her life with a shocking proposal of marriage. As obstacles rain down on her like a storm, Teal must navigate the chaos of a loveless marriage, a future hanging in the balance, and the faint hope of finding light in their shared darkness. Can she uncover love where none was meant to exist? Dive into the story to discover the answer.

Summer never stays forever. It changes-just like people do. Halena thought she had left the past behind, but some things refuse to be forgotten. In a place where friendships blur into something more and familiar faces don't feel the same, she finds herself caught in a shift she never saw coming. Because when the summer turns, so do the stories we thought had ended. And sometimes, the past isn't done with us yet.

Sayda seorang remaja sekolah yang gemar bermain game,suatu hari dia sudah kehabisan permainan video untuk dimainkan dan memutuskan untuk mencari game baru dan secara tidak sengaja dia terjumpa CD permainan video yang dibuang dan memutuskan untuk mengambil dan mencubanya dan secara tidak sengaja dia termasuk kedalam game tersebut.Kini dia harus mencari jalan bagaimana harus pulang ke dunia nyata.Perjalanan yang penuh dengan fantasi dan tragedi yang menunggu sayda.Apakah sayda dapat kembali kedunia nyata atau terperangkap selama lamanya didunia tersebut?

Millio Faelan thought MYTHOS: The Game Awakens was just another immersive virtual adventure—but he couldn't be more wrong. As a skilled gamer, he thrives in the spotlight, battling powerful foes and climbing the ranks while enjoying his daily gaming life. But when strange anomalies start appearing and the lines between the virtual world and reality begin to blur, Millio finds himself entangled in a mystery far greater than he ever imagined. With fierce battles, unexpected romance, and secrets lurking beneath the surface, Millio must uncover the truth behind MYTHOS before the game stops being just a game—before it becomes real. Because in a world where legends come to life, the greatest danger isn’t losing—it’s not knowing what’s real anymore.

Chloe was the second daughter of the Bishop family, she was the girl who had it all breathtaking looks, a foster father who loved her as much as his own biological daughter, and a fiance who was handsome and rich. But nothing was perfect in this world. It turned out she also had a foster mother and sister who could ruin everything she had. The night before the engagement party, her foster mother drugged her and plotted to send her to hooligans. Fortunately, Chloe went to the wrong room and spent a night with a stranger. It turned out that man was the CEO of America's top multinational group, who was only 29 but on the Forbes List. After having a one-night stand with her, he proposed, "Marry me, I will help you to take revenge."

In a prestigious school where only the most intelligent, cunning, and ruthless students rise to the top, new student Kaito Ren enters Class D the lowest-ranked section. Despite appearing average, Kaito hides a cold, calculating mind and a dark past. In this school, students are ranked not by grades, but by their ability to manipulate, strategize, and dominate others. Friendships are temporary, alliances are fragile, and the school hides a terrifying secret.

The mesterios error occurred and it affects the multiversal level there is a man who created the game but it goes out of control

Hong Heeju is a sign language interpreter who has become mute due to severe depression. For three years of their arranged marriage, she and her husband never exchanged a single conversation. One day, her life takes a harrowing turn when she’s taken hostage. ‘Don’t hang up! This isn’t a phishing call…!’ However, her husband, who was even worse than a stranger, coldly disconnected the call. – “Call me when a body is found.” *** You $%#£! He’s such a jerk! Overwhelmed with anger, Heeju decides to threaten her husband anonymously. The problem is that he was a well-known spokesperson for the Blue House. – “Can’t you send threats on time?” “That…” – “Here I’m anxiously waiting for my blackmailer’s call.” “What do you…” – “Are you playing around with someone else besides me?” “…?” Wait, is this the same sociopath husband I knew?

Ordinary life takes an extraordinary turn when Claude Bask, a jaded office worker, finds himself and others transported into a surreal and perilous setting. Stripped of their mundane routines, participants are thrust into a brutal death game with high stakes: win and gain untold riches, or lose and face certain death. Guided by enigmatic figures like the chilling "Executive" and the ever-watchful "Game Master," the participants navigate a series of psychological and strategic games. As alliances form and break under the strain of fear and greed, Claude must contend with the moral dilemmas and primal instincts that surface in a life-or-death scenario.

In a world where mages, marksmen, fighters, and healers coexist, a devastating war erupts when a misunderstanding between the fighters and mages escalates into a bloody conflict. Betrayed by the marksmen, the mages are decimated, their power seemingly extinguished. Emperor Jian, ruler of the mages, desperately saves his infant son, Xu Feng, before succumbing to his injuries. Xian Lim, a healer, and Gu Liang, a skilled fighter, witness the Emperor's final act and rescue the child, unaware of his magical heritage. They raise Xu Feng as their own, unknowingly harboring the last remaining mage in a world that has turned its back on magic. Years later, Xu Feng discovers his powers, setting in motion a chain of events that could reignite the ancient conflict and determine the fate of a world teetering on the brink of a new war. The amulet around his neck, a symbol of his lineage, holds the key to unlocking his destiny and potentially restoring the balance between magic and might.

Kwon Jae-hyuk, a renowned lawyer known for his sharp mind and unwavering logic, is thrown into a life-altering predicament when a mysterious accident leaves him stranded in an unfamiliar body. He awakens in a lavish hospital room, surrounded by unfamiliar faces who call him by a different name: Cha Ji-hoon. Confused and disoriented, Jae-hyuk soon discovers that he has somehow inhabited the body of a young heir to a powerful entertainment company. However, Ji-hoon's life was far from idyllic. He was a troubled soul, haunted by a tragic past and burdened by the weight of his family's expectations. As Jae-hyuk navigates this unfamiliar territory, he encounters a cast of intriguing characters, including scheming relatives, a terrified nurse, and a mysterious figure who whispers chilling threats. He must unravel the mystery of his predicament, confront the challenges of his new identity, and contend with the hidden dangers lurking within the glamorous world of entertainment. "The Serpent's Game" is a thrilling story of identity, deception, and survival. It explores themes of fate, ambition, and the unexpected twists and turns that life can throw our way.

“If you can make him fall in love with you, I will raise your pay to be ten times more” On her first day at the prestigious Suma Group, Cora learns she will be working for Axel Kusuma, the youngest son of the company’s wealthy and influential family. Suma Group is one of the richest corporations in the country, and Axel, known as a Heartthrob, is the Vice President Just like the rumor said, Axel is a charmer that doesn’t deserve the position as Vice President. Everyone knew he was the complete opposite of his half-brother, Ethan Kusuma—the ice-cold, disciplined president who had successfully led the company for the past three years. Cora's task? To transform Axel from a reckless player into a competent Vice President, someone who can finally compete with his brother. But there is an additional task for Cora, she must make her boss who is a jerk to fall in love with her. Despite being the best in her field, this is by far the most difficult task she's ever faced. Love wasn't her expertise—how could it be, when she'd never been in a relationship before?