The Golden Bowl

In a world where power is the ultimate currency, Damien, a man driven by a singular ambition: Absolute power at any cost. With each step closer to his goal, he losses more of humanity and every choice he makes draws him deeper into a web of ambition that threatens to consume him. Will Damien become the ruler he envisions, or will the very power he craves lead to his downfall? In "Boundless Ambition: I Shall Do Anything for Power," the line between ambition and madness blurs as Damien embarks on a journey that will change the fate of his forever.

this is a novel that combines elements of fantasy, strategy, adventure, and political struggle.The protagonist, Clark Williams, travels from Earth to the Normandy Empire, he is originally a downtrodden baron who inherits a poor and backward territory. After handling his father's funeral, Clark faces various challenges within his domain, such as food shortages, economic decline, security issues, and external threats. Clark possesses a unique ability—he can see people's attributes and talents, allowing him to recruit loyal and capable allies. His journey is filled with struggles against adversity; through wisdom and courage, he gradually improves the situation in his territory, develops the economy, strengthens the military, and seeks his own interests in political conflicts. As the story unfolds, Clark's influence grows, and his territory becomes increasingly prosperous. He must confront external threats, such as invasions by beast tribes, while also navigating internal power struggles and the intrigues of the nobility. Additionally, Clark has to manage relationships with the residents of his territory, his allies, and romantic entanglements. The novel features a cast of intriguing characters surrounding Clark, including the loyal maid Alice, the wise mage Erica, the powerful knight Duncan, and Lydia, who has dragon blood in her veins. Their stories intertwine to create an epic tale of courage, growth, and the struggle for power. Under Clark's leadership, his territory transforms from an overlooked outpost into a powerful and thriving center of influence. Clark himself evolves from a young lord into a visionary ruler. His name and story are sung by bards, becoming a legend.

Upon awakening, Zhou Sui finds himself a low-level Qi Refiner in the Cultivation World. Fortunately, he obtains the Supreme Gu God Bowl, which allows him to cultivate various Gu Insects. Cultivating the Spring Autumn Gu can prolong his life and bestow immortality. Cultivating the Golden Cicada Gu grants the ability to revive the dead and regenerate flesh and bone. Cultivating the Dragon Elephant Gu gives him the Power of Dragon Elephant and the Dragon Elephant's Body, making him invulnerable. Yet, the first Gu Insect he cultivates happens to be the Obsession Gu. From then on, he discovers a broad path of cultivation. As time changes and landscapes shift, the only constants are my eternal life and the everlasting Zhou family.

An eclipse happens, world goes to shit, a red moon rises from nowhere, people start turning into monsterous werewolves. When all hope is thought to be lost, a golden moon appears offering a chance for a select extraordinary humans to attain system and bring hope to the world. Then comes the girl, an anomaly that's tainted by the red moon, but only partially and amazingly enough chosen by the golden moon. What will come out of this development is everyone's guess.. ••• Note: - MC's not a good person, she might even be possibly the Villain. - MC can't just be bound to one love interest.

In a pack that sees her as nothing more than an outcast, Leslie has spent her life concealing her true self. Her rare white wolf form, a secret passed down by her late mother, has kept her in the shadows, living a life of silence and solitude. But when fate binds her to Jaden, the Alpha's son, her world is thrust into chaos. Once her closest friend, Jaden’s betrayal leaves Leslie falsely accused of a crime she didn't commit, leading to brutal punishments. The Luna's decree of execution seems to seal her fate, but as the darkness threatens to consume her, Leslie's wolf, Elsie, awakens with a fierce determination to protect them both. In a desperate bid for survival, Elsie reveals her true form—a majestic white wolf—breaking the promise Leslie had sworn to keep. Hunted and rejected by the mate she once trusted, Leslie is forced to flee. As she navigates a world of danger and betrayal, she must confront her deepest fears and decide if she can ever trust again. Will the Moon Goddess grant her a second chance at love, or will Leslie remain a prey to those who wish to see her fall? This is a tale of resilience, survival, and the search for a love that transcends the darkest of betrayals.

Little Joe In the enchanting kingdom of Tallindorie, Little Joe is a spirited boy from a humble farming family, living a life of simplicity and joy. Despite facing rejection due to his modest background, he remains blissfully unaware of the harsh realities of life. His days are filled with secret training sessions with his father, indulging in hearty meals, and earnestly trying to make friends. But everything changes after a fateful encounter at school. When Joe bravely saves the teenage children of a powerful baron, he not only earns their friendship but also receives a mysterious gift that alters the course of his life. Later, after much suffering, fate thrusts Joe into the spotlight, drawing the attention of the lords from neighboring cities who see in him the potential to become a local defender. However, Joe’s dreams reach far beyond the accolades of knighthood. He aspires to be a true hero, someone who can make his parents proud, uplift his small town of Dhaubania, and stand against the corruption and injustices that plague the nobility in the kingdom of Tallindorie. Meanwhile, in the real world, Lowo N'air, a young orphan, is caught in the web of two scientists with dark ambitions. One is a pharmaceutical magnate seeking the perfect herb to create an innovative medicine, while the other is a portal technology developer searching for new worlds to conquer. Both seek the power to reshape reality, but their pursuits risk plunging the world into chaos. Fate takes an unexpected twist with the arrival of SIME, a System of Intelligent Multiple Choices. Due to a critical error, the system distorts the characters' desires in unimaginable ways. Little Joe, who once dreamed of becoming the greatest fighter, finds himself connected to a bugged system that strips him of all his abilities, leaving him at the lowest level of degradation, and only grants him insanely useless skills as rewards. As if that weren't enough, Joe also suffers from the bizarre ability to lay golden eggs—a power that brings him wealth but at the cost of his dignity. On the other hand, Lowo N'air, who longed for riches, is granted the potential to become a formidable warrior. Realizing they belong to different worlds yet are connected by shared technology, Joe and Lowo N'air become disillusioned with the absurd swap of their dreams. United in their frustration, Joe resolves to challenge and modify the very System that altered his destiny, while Lowo rebels, believing that no one should have the power to dictate their dreams.

Kade is an all time detective, tracking down the Golden Killer. The Golden Killer is a mafia boss, who only kills using his powerful golden gun, so precise that most bodies are found with less than 2 bullet holes, having died instantly after the first in most cases. So what happens when a dangerous criminal falls in love with the detective tracking him down?

"Come with me to take over the world! I am sure I'll make you King of Kings by then!" declared an invigorate figure. His long reddish blue hairs fluttering with a burning red gaze, he smirked. The 13 boys stared at him stunned. "What? Are you surprised?" Bewilderment yet a promise and an everlasting bond formed, So it begins the journey of stars. A mysterious and an amazingly talented juvenile cricket player Alan Rex Lorenzo, (concealing his identity) after suffering a huge loss two years ago, travels around the world in search of a strong team to rival the upcoming Men T-20 cricket world cup. Upon recieving a call from his brother from the Under-18 High school representatives cricket base, he heads back to Pakistan to encounter what he wandered insearch for long. Prodigies and Geniuses of all kinds from all over the country with talents shockingly astounding from one another gather together. Secrets and bonds, understanding and trust, hardwork and passion, relentless, brave and a youth never giving up! The kings of cricket alongside Alan rise up at the world stage once again!

Lee Minho, a bright but impoverished college student, stumbles upon a mysterious system. The system offers him unlimited wealth by drawing, but with a peculiar condition: he must constantly flaunt his newfound riches. Initially hesitant, Minho accepts the offer out of desperation, hoping to secure a better future for himself. As Minho's life transforms into a whirlwind of luxury, he grapples with the moral implications of his newfound wealth. He must navigate the challenges of maintaining his lavish lifestyle while trying to remain grounded and true to himself. Along the way, he encounters both envy and admiration, forming complex relationships with his peers and family. The system's demands push Minho to the brink, forcing him to question the true meaning of happiness and success. As he becomes increasingly entangled in the system's web, Minho must decide whether the pursuit of wealth is worth sacrificing his integrity and the relationships he holds dear.

******* Discord: https://discord.com/invite/MXzXh7AW ******* In a world where magic and several fantasy races existed, a boy goes into hiding in a forbidden land but finds something he could never have imagined. He comes out reborn and with a new identity and sets out on a journey to conquer the world. Along the way, he faces numerous challenges and battles, as well as other factions. But fuelled by the knowledge and power gained from the forbidden ground, the young man soon becomes a force to be reckoned with. He gains allies of different races and starts to uncover the secrets of the universe. As he becomes more powerful more questions pop up. How did he come to be? Who gave him his powers? What price shall he pay for what he has gained? Follow Rene as he dives into the world to find out who ly is while conquering worlds and doing as pleasesase with his brain and brawn. ******* All constructive criticisms are welcome, and I will try my best to read them it. ******* Please note that there are several dark scenes in the novel including and not limited to rape, gore etc so read at your own risk. ******* Note the picture is not mine if the owner wants me to take it down message me.

A strange indie game suddenly pops up out of no where. Mysterious disappearances follow. The game codex set in a futuristic earth, implores it's players to forge their own part, providing to progression path but riddled with mysteries.

Nova is a girl hiding from her own kind. She is helped by her wolf, who can hide her shifter scent. Unfortunately for her, there's no hiding from a certain Alpha.

Hitori Tenu, a young-man born into the lowest class of a his country, he had no real opportunity so he settled for being a push over who did everything his tyrannical boss ordered him to do. His boss wasn't the first person to treat him like a servant but he was the last. Upon being relieved of his right to live, he transcended space and came face to face with the benevolent being that governs his world.

Having lost his life to truck kun, Lenard found his way into a fantasy world with dragons and magic as Luke, a commoner. What awakened for Luke was the golden clicker system where he needed to physically click for points or spend points for an auto clicker, to where he can become stronger and richer with this system. NOTE - MC DOESNT DEPEND ON SYSTEM MUCH

(COMPLETED) [Warning: Mature Content] This story contains many adult themes and is not intended for readers under the age of (18) “Let me make something crystal clear for you to understand. You are here to be my play toy, my entertainment… if I no longer find you useful, it won’t take me even a second of hesitation to end your useless existence!” His statement was a clear indication of his abusive and manipulative behavior. This was unacceptable! Everyone deserves to be treated with respect and dignity, and no one should ever feel threatened or devalued by someone else. I stared defiantly at him but remained silent as he continued, “Your life belongs to me now; you will do what I say, how I say it, when I say it and maybe….” his other hand leisurely roamed from my thighs to my chest. I bit my lip to retain the moan that wanted to escape my mouth. Despite hating how I was being treated, I couldn’t help lusting over this hot, sadistic killer Alpha. “Maybe I will keep finding some good use for you.” He grinned at me, revealing his sharp Canines threateningly. ***** Lana is an orphan whose parents left her in the impoverished town of Maderva when she was still only a baby. The sweet old lady who raised her when no one wanted anything to do with her sadly passed away when she turned 18. There's always been this nagging feeling in her that there's more to life than meets the eye. Even as a young girl, she stood out because she could do things that most girls her age couldn't even dream of. She is smarter and stronger than her peers, and even their elders have trouble keeping up with her. One day, Lana and her best friend are forced into the perils of the forest as their only means of survival. However, the forest is the last spot on Earth they should ever enter. Is Lana and her best friend really taking a chance by venturing into this hostile territory? Will she be sorry she had to make such a life-or-death decision? Add this thrilling piece to your collection to learn more about it. **** Your support through Powerstone votes, Golden Ticket contributions, and reviews is highly valued. Thank you for your support!

Akira tỉnh dậy đã cảm thấy mệt mỏi, mơ hồ trước thế giới xa lạ đầy mùi hương của cái chết. Bầu trời trước đó còn đầy đủ ánh sắc nhưng trong một khoảng khắc mọi thứ được dập tắt rồi hoá xám. Một thế giới nguy hiểm đầy nỗi sợ và lo lắng trước các thực thể gây nên sự sụp đổ tồn tại của Akira, khiến Akira luôn gồng mình để sinh tồn trong một vùng không gian lạ lẫm đầy nguy hiểm. Tìm kiếm con người của mình, Akira mang theo vài mảnh vụn của ký ức sống sót trong Vùng Tuyệt Đối, vượt qua hàng loạt biến số để đạt được mục đích của quỹ đạo

HELLO EVERYONE, THIS IS THE STORY ABOUT THE MC WHO HAS GOLDEN EYE HIS EYES WILL ATTRACT OTHERS AND MAKE THEM FALL IN LOVE WITH HIM HOPE YOU ENJOY IT.....

Cardan Chang has reached the age to begin the poverty test. A test that has been going on for generations in his family. Now as the next heir he has to go through it before inheriting his family's wealth. Follow him in his story of friendship, adventure, love...heartbreak and self-discovery #Inspired by Never Judge #Friendship #A bit of slice of life #Chapters from Monday to Friday #Review comment and vote #This book has side characters that are in same sex relationships.

Jiang Tingxu adalah seorang dokter yang pernah bertugas di medan peran. Ia magang di sebuah rumah sakit. Ia dikenal sebagai seorang dokter sangat berbakat dan disukai rekan sejawatnya. Sebagai istri dari seorang aktor terkenal, Mo Boyuan, ia merahasiakan identitasnya kepada rekan-rekannya yang juga penggemar fanatik sang suami. Karena tidak tahan dengan situasi tersebut, ia berencana menceraikan suaminya. Namun, ia harus mengambil hati putranya terlebih dahulu.

************ Disclaimer!!! Before you start reading this book.... THIS BOOK CONTAINS EXTREMELY EXPLICIT SEXUAL CONTENT OF THE MOST GRAPHIC NATURE. I'm a degenerate, so this book was made for degenerates. If you fancy content that know no sexual bounds, sex between two females, then read at your own discretion. The book is pretty much depraved, with a dark tone, some might find it offensive even. If you are underage or unwilling to experience depictions of Yuri, hardcore sex, fetish behaviours, and unrestrained carnal perversions in lurid detail - DO NOT READ THIS BOOK. You have been warned - continuing past this point confirms you are an adult clearly consenting to subjecting yourself to material that does not shy away from portraying sexuality and deviance in its most profane, boundary-pushing extremes. If you nevertheless choose to proceed and find yourself offended or disturbed, DO NOT BLAME THE AUTHOR. This is your final advisory.  18+ ONLY. Moving on... No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any more or by any mass electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise without prior written permission of the author. Please, Take Note: This is a book of fiction. All characters, names, places, incidents and behavior are from the author's imagination, used with no intentions of hurting anyone; Any resemblance to any actual living thing or dead is mainly by coincidence and I sincerely apologise. Read on!!

The awakening of a mysterious being lay In the hands Of a young archeologist (Lu Shui Hua). He is one of the most world-known geniuses of all time. He was at the peak of his career and succeeded in every way. He blossomed in everything. He was about to embark on a journey In his career that could change history itself when destiny came knocking On the door. Being lured by his greatest rival of all time in his past life and even in his present life, he falls madly In love with this myth. What will happen when he discovers that his death lies In the hands of his heart's desire? What would he do when he has to choose between the career he has worked hard to accomplish and his destiny? Will he make the right decision? Discord: Beverly_spare#0707 Instagram: Beverlyspare Facebook: Beverlyspare TikTok: Beverlyspare

In the era of the Universal Beastmaster, demonic beasts rampage, but thankfully everyone in the human race can awaken their talents and enter contracts with beasts to resist them when they come of age. Some individuals awaken F-ranked talents, doomed to a common life without any hope of beast evolution. Some awaken to C-ranked talents, their beasts are able to exert power beyond their own, becoming immensely strong. Others awaken to S-ranked talents, and with their beasts, become top-tier forces contributing to humanity's power. Struggling on his way across, Ye Feng began by awakening ten top-tier SSS-ranked talents, choosing his beast at will. [Eye of the Soul: Examine strengths and weaknesses of beasts while identifying their ultimate evolution path]. [Cultivation Reciprocation: Infusing cultivation base to the beast, the host gets an equal share, triggering a chance for a critical hit]. [Horrific Swallow: Beasts can permanently obtain the skills of the creatures they devour; weaker beings can be killed directly by devouring]. [Talent Plunder: Each time a life is taken, a random talent of the deceased is acquired]. ... Despite odds stacked against him, Ye Feng chose to forsake choosing a high-star beast, instead contracting with the Earth Ape King and cultivating it into a Great Saint Qi Tian. The mythical Great Saint Qi Tian, the world-embracing World Tree, the world-consuming Great Golden Sun Crow, and the Kun Peng which controls the way of space and force; This is an era exclusive to Ye Feng, where gods retreat, and all realms bow down.

The fall of Afghanistan and the situation within the pacific has the United States begun to loosen its grip on the coalitions they once established. With the sentiment of a full out war between china was believed. Incidents and some circumstances would have them do military exercises with the associates within the pacific and the Atlantic to keep them the ready status of a none existed war. July 1, 2022. With independence day for America, being around the corner, preparation for the holiday was ramping up, with stores and shops shortly going on sale as the San Francisco. as one man would remember. Off-duty major James Lillian walked in the streets of San Francisco as he and his dog walked around, the city he lives in, watching the Golden Gate Bridge, The beginning of seeing the new world soon would be open at his very eyes and the day that America would join upon to a new war. Based on the Series of GATE.

////\\\\\\\ Disclaimer!!! All Rights Reserved.  Golden_Essence Copyright 2024 Before you start reading this book.... THIS BOOK CONTAINS EXTREMELY EXPLICIT SEXUAL CONTENT OF THE MOST GRAPHIC NATURE. I'm a degenerate, so this book was made for degenerates. If you fancy a romantic relationship between two females, then read at your own discretion. The book is pretty much depraved, with a dark tone, but sexy, trust me. If you are underage or unwilling to experience depictions of Yuri, hardcore sex, fetish behaviors, and unrestrained carnal perversions in lurid detail - DO NOT READ THIS BOOK. You have been warned - continuing past this point confirms you are an adult clearly consenting to subjecting yourself to material that does not shy away from portraying sexuality and deviance in its most profane, boundary-pushing extremes. If you nevertheless choose to proceed and find yourself offended or disturbed, DO NOT BLAME THE AUTHOR. This is your final advisory.  18+ ONLY. Moving on... No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any more or by any mass electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise without prior written permission of the author. Please, Take Note: This is a book of fiction. All characters, names, places, incidents and behavior are from my imagination, used with no intentions of hurting anyone; Any resemblance to any actual living thing or dead is mainly by coincidence and I sincerely apologise. Read on!!

Earth has been invaded by the mystical powered living machines known as the Magistoids, ravaging almost all of the whole planet within 5 years. Makino J. Mizukawa was with the last human resistance along with rebel Magistoids helping them in their crusade against the Magistoid armadas. But a last-ditch effort to destroy them led Makino to be hurled back in time to the planet of the Magistoids in their Golden Ages, as a Magistoid himself. He must change the future that befell humanity while dealing with external interference and his own flaws that will ensure many complications in his mission. Author's note: This story is also available at Tapas and RoyalRoad.com. https://m.tapas.io/series/A-Return-to-the-Golden-Age-Magistoid-Rex-Regulus/info https://www.royalroad.com/profile/492801/fictions (it will appear once approved) My email: jonielcomia.jc@gmail.com

David slowly opened his eyes and saw that he was now a small child riding on a dragon but not just any dragon, a golden dragon and behind him was a woman holding on to him tightly with tears falling down from her eyes. Before David could raise his head and see the face of the woman the dragon landed, landing in front of a familiar orphanage David recognized from the broken fragments of his memory he was able to recall. David upon seeing the orphanage realized that where he was and everything, he was seeing was memory of his past but this one, unlike the others, wasn’t an unclear broken fragment, it felt real, almost as though everything he was seeing was really happening. The woman then with tears still falling down from her eyes carried David and came down from golden dragon, revealing her face to be none other than Ibierana, the Golden Dragon Warrior. David upon seeing her face was beyond shocked, wondering how he knew the Golden Dragon Warrior from his past but finally realizing something, something everything from the temple calling out to him to his ability to control all four elements and even the golden power he used against the elemental beast pointed to, something he had ignore to just refused to accept all together, thinking that it was an impossibility.

She wanted everyone to be happy, she didn't like seeing anyone suffer, and he needed an opportunity to save his people from totalitarianism. These two royalties who were so far apart from each other had the same desire and they were determined to do one thing, which was to see their people grow in perfect condition, but there were obstacles, she had a witch to defeat and he had his elder brother to bring down, coincidence brought them together and circumstances attracted them further and with all the dangers surrounding them, they two fought together, but the battle was a tough one and not everything went as they had planned or expected.