Potato Famine

(End of the World + Rebirth + Space + Stockpiling Supplies) Suddenly, natural disasters hit and the world changed drastically. First, it was extreme heat, then extreme cold, followed by earthquakes, thick fog, eternal night, and acid rain. Liu Ruyan, who had struggled to survive alone in the apocalypse for ten years, finally died in the pouring acid rain. When she opened her eyes again, Liu Ruyan found that she had been reborn, and there were still three months before the apocalypse. After discovering a huge portable space in her family heirloom, Liu Ruyan set herself the first small goal after rebirth - spending 2.1 billion yuan to fill the space with supplies! From then on, Liu Ruyan started the stockpiling mode. Rice, flour, cooking oil and salt? Buy! Chickens, ducks, fish and meat? Buy! Clothes, hats, shoes and socks? Buy! Dried meat, chicken feet, mini hot pots, potato chips, spicy strips, and luosifen, none can be missed! (A survival story in the apocalypse, the male lead will be absolutely unexpected!)

In a near-future Earth devastated by war, famine, and societal collapse, Jiang Chen, an ordinary man struggling to make ends meet, stumbles upon a mysterious watch that opens a portal to a parallel, post-apocalyptic world. In this desolate wasteland, humanity has reverted to brutal survival instincts amidst rampant poverty, scarce resources, and the remnants of advanced technology. Realizing the immense potential of the two worlds, Jiang Chen devises a plan to use the post-apocalyptic resources to build wealth and power in the present day while offering food, technology, and hope to the survivors of the ruined future. He establishes a safe haven—an ever-growing mansion—as a base of operations in the wasteland, recruiting talented individuals and forming a loyal community under his leadership. As Jiang Chen navigates the dangers of the apocalyptic world, including mercenary bands, mutated creatures, and oppressive regimes, he also faces challenges in the present world, where corporate

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In the apocalypse, Bai Junjun and her arch-enemy wiped each other out fighting over resources. When she opened her eyes again, she unexpectedly found herself in ancient times. The apocalypse's big shot had turned into a refugee fleeing famine. War, famine, plague, bandits... dangers lurked everywhere. Fortunately, her Special Ability had followed her. The Wood-series Ability was incredibly useful in fleeing war and famine. Facing famine, a flick of her fingers made food grow wildly. Facing plague, by casting a Healing Technique, she became immune to all diseases. Facing bandits... as long as... as long as she aligned with the strongest Seven-Person Team, who would dare to attack? There was just one problem—the leader of the Seven-Person Team was her ex-fiancé, who was one foot in the grave. That was a bit awkward. They used each other for their mutual benefit, She provided food, and he ensured her safety. But... the ex-fiancé was a bit of a glutton, wasn't he? Until an accidental intimate encounter, Bai Junjun suddenly saw a vast Space. Wait a minute! The food that she had grown with her Special Ability... was it all in here? This guy actually had a Space! ... They broke off the engagement at the height of prosperity, and they reunited amidst chaos. When both the male and female lead have changed their hearts... Two max-level bosses meet on a narrow path in ancient times, eventually joining forces in a story of internal spiraling competition.

Après avoir été transmigrée de l'apocalypse aux temps anciens, Gu Yundong avait à peine eu le temps de reprendre son souffle qu'elle réalisa qu'elle était en plein milieu d'une fuite pour échapper à la famine. Pour aggraver la situation, toute sa famille avait été expulsée du groupe fuyant la famine par ses grands-parents pendant que d'autres observaient froidement. Avec son père disparu, sa mère faible d'esprit et son jeune frère affamé, Gu Yundong, qui avait à peine repris son souffle, ne sentait venir qu'un énorme mal de tête. N'ayant pas d'autre choix, elle retroussa ses manches et se mit au travail. Elle s'engagea dans le commerce, ouvrit une boutique et acquit des terres fertiles. Gu Yundong prospérait dans sa vie quotidienne. Si ce n'était pour les gens autour d'elle qui la considéraient comme une épouse potentielle, elle pourrait conquérir le ciel même.

#KINGDOMBUILDING #MILITARY #SLICEOFLIFE Un groupe d'amis en la noirceur de la nuit se font dévorer par un phénomène pour qui le mot d'étrange n'est point suffisant a le décrire . Années 1206 les Almohade/Al Muwahhidun une entité surpuissante règne en maître sur l'Afrique du nord et la péninsule Ibérique , rien et personne n'aurait pus prédire que cette même superpuissance vivait ses dernières heures de gloire et qu'une sombre ère qui allait durer la moitié d'un siècle pointait son nez sur le cœur de cet empire du Maghreb . Nos protagonistes se retrouvent en plein dans la tourmente de cette période trouble où Sultans/Califes de l'empire se succèdent a un rythme alarmant rappelant la période l'Empire Romain d'Occident , la criminalité connais une hausse , l'empire recule de face aux chrétiens Ibériques et les dynasties vassales à l'empire , pour la première fois depuis 2 siècles les routes commerciales transSaharienne , d'Al Andalus et du Maghreb son sujettes à des raids constants des bandits et criminels en tous genres , le commerce ralentit , l'instabilité se repend , les vivres et marchandises ne circulent plus , les famines accompagnées d'épidémies se déclarent dans tous l'empire , les officiers et bureaucrates de l'empire meurts de façon étrange et misterieuse , ceux qui leur succèdent ne font chaque années que renforcer leur image d'incompétence et de corruption , tous dans l'empire espèrent un messie qui les sauveras eux et cet dernier rempart de l'Occident islamique des loups affamés d'Europe . que fera nos protagonistes pour survivre et vivre en cette période trouble et confuse ? parviendront ils a survivre face aux imprévus de la vie en cet empire qui n'est qu'une simulations titanesques du concept de décadence. English version A group of friends in the dark of night are devoured by a phenomenon for which the word "strange" is not enough to describe it. In the year 1206, the Almohads/Al Muwahhidun, an overpowering entity, reigned supreme over North Africa and the Iberian Peninsula. Nothing and no-one could have predicted that this same superpower was living out its final hours of glory and that a dark era that would last half a century was about to dawn on the heart of this Maghreb empire. Our protagonists find themselves in the midst of the turmoil of this troubled period, when the empire's sultans and caliphs succeed one another at an alarming rate, reminiscent of the period of the Western Roman Empire, crime is on the rise, the empire is retreating in the face of the Iberian Christians and the dynasties vassal to the empire, for the first time in 2 centuries the trans-Saharan trade routes of Al Andalus and the Maghreb are subject to constant raids by bandits and criminals of all kinds, Trade was slowing down, instability was spreading, food and goods were no longer circulating, famines accompanied by epidemics were breaking out throughout the empire, the empire's officers and bureaucrats were dying in strange and misterious ways, and those who succeeded them every year only reinforced their image of incompetence and corruption, everyone in the empire was hoping for a messiah who would save them and this last bulwark of the Islamic West from the the hungry wolves of Europe. What will our protagonists do to survive and live in these troubled and confused times? Will they manage to survive in the face of the unforeseen events of life in this empire, which is nothing more than a titanic simulation of the concept of decadence?

When just the right conditions are met (drought, famine, monster abundance, etc.) a magic labyrinth emerges. Some are conquered in mere hours, others can take a month, and the most legendary have stumped divers, those that challenge the labyrinth, since their discovery thousands of years ago. Divers can be idolized and respected for their heroic deeds, or hated for the abuse of the mysterious and sometimes dangerous artifacts found within the labyrinths. The newest labyrinth has drawn a number of divers with different pasts and goals. Included is Cort, a young man seeking fame along with his guardian Ashen. As he delves deeper, he’ll learn just how perilous the labyrinth can be. Deadly traps, hungry monsters, and even other divers will try and stop him. Ready to dive? Hope you survive.

Once, there was an Empire hailed as the pinnacle of human achievement—where even beggars wielded unimaginable strength, capable of shattering mountains in a single blow. It was a time of unrivaled power, a Golden Age that spanned centuries, unmatched by any other civilization. But with power came arrogance. Greed festered in the hearts of men, and soon the Empire's ambition surpassed its reach. A brutal war engulfed the continent, dragging with it death, suffering, and widespread corruption. Famine ravaged the land, and the once-mighty Empire crumbled into ruin. Millennia passed, and humanity has yet to recover. From the ashes of the old world, a new breed of adventurer emerged—scavengers of the past, drawn by tales of ancient ruins filled with treasures and secrets of untold power. Nero, like many of his generation, dreams of escaping his small village and seeking his fortune. But fate, it seems, has a different path in store for him. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- This will be based in a medieval setting. No system, no golden finer or anything like that. It'll be a slow burn so strap in and get comfy.

A cultivator with normal aptitude finally found a treasure that could change his life but to his disappointment, he could not directly benefit from it. *Warning* The MC of this story is goofy. If you are looking for a smart and serious MC, you will be disappointed. Also, my grammar is shit. If you receive brain damage after reading the first chapter, run. ----------- Upload Schedule: Monday-Friday. Weekend rest. ----------- 27 chapters ahead on Patreon, patreon.com/PotatoHero ----------- My ko-fi link if you want to support me. ko-fi.com/PotatoHero

The Queen of Rot, one of the Four Witches of the Apocalypse and the embodiment of Famine—the most devastating calamity ever to befall humanity—was nearly slain by the combined forces of the continent. Severely weakened after losing six of her hearts, she creates a puppet and imbues it with a soul. That soul belongs to Damian, a human from Earth. He is given two vital tasks: to retrieve the Queen's six missing hearts and restore her to full power, and to teach her how to experience the mortal emotion of love.

My first memories are of the sea. It was all I've ever known. A young man dies on earth in a storm while sailing and gets reincarnated into a fantasy world with magic, pirates, and monsters called Tian. Luckily, he gets a powerful magical system to help him along in his adventures. Little does he know, the moment he woke up in this world, he already made some enemies. One of which being the most powerful empress in the known world. Will he be able to overcome his adversities, or will he succumb to the might of his enemies? Enemies he doesn't even know he has. Will he be able to conquer the seas and become the Sea King or will he die in the depths of the Unforgiving Sea like he did on Earth. Find out more by adding it to your library. (A/N: The first few chapters might seem a little short, but I am kind of in a rush to get to the meat and potatoes of the story. Also, there is a lot of world building, some would argue too much, but I imagined a world that I would want to live in and wish to share it with you all. Thank you for reading and I hope you like it. Hope you enjoy. On a sidenote, English is my first language, but I went to public school so please bear with me. LOL.

In the dying days of Eldradore, a kingdom ravaged by relentless disasters, unyielding famine, and a plague that consumes both body and soul, hope hangs by a thread. The land is cursed, its people desperate, and its ruler, King Aldemar, makes a fateful decision: to send an expedition to the forbidden island of No Man’s Land, a place shrouded in myth and terror. Whispers tell of ancient magic and a cure for the blight, but none who venture there have ever returned. Darian, a grief-stricken scavenger barely surviving in the ruins of his village, is thrust into this perilous journey when royal guards conscript him against his will. With no training, no allies, and nothing to live for, he finds himself among a ragged crew of prisoners, peasants, and knights, all sailing into the unknown. As they approach the island, they uncover horrors far beyond their imaginations—twisted landscapes, monstrous creatures, and remnants of a forgotten civilization. At the heart of it all lies the mythical World Tree, said to hold the cure to the kingdom’s blight. Yet, as they draw closer, one question lingers: will they reach the tree and save Eldradore, or will its mysteries consume them all?

Feng Suyin never thought she would lose her life and years of hard work on her wedding day. Adopted by the prestigious Feng family, she strived to prove herself a worthy member. However, who would have thought that her younger sister and her fiancé were secretly in love? It was only in the end that she realized that the person who truly loved her was the one she deemed as her academic rival for many years. After dying miserably in their hands and waking up one hundred days before her death, Feng Suyin vowed to prevent it from happening again. With her newfound knowledge, she was determined to protect herself from the betrayal that had led to her demise. As for Ji Yuzhe, who loved her secretly for many years… "How about we marry?" The blind man snapped his head towards Feng Suyin and glared at her, although he couldn't see her anymore. This woman had suddenly drunkenly barged into his home only to propose marriage. "You must be out of your mind." He said coldly. "Well, pardon me for asking. Your brother seems to like my sister more than me. He probably thinks I'm a potato." She shrugged. Ji Yuzhe pinched the bridge of his nose, feeling a headache coming his way. It didn't occur to him that Feng Suyin moved to his side, her face inching closer towards his, catching him off-guard. “I might be a potato, but at least I’ll be your sweet potato.”

‼️[Warning, this novel contains elements of Gore, Violence, Sexual Content, Incest among other things. Proceed at your own risk.] ‼️ Ever wondered what happens after we shuffle off this mortal coil? Aiden's life has been a series of unfortunate events, and it all culminates in one freak accident. While wandering through the Garden Of Eden, he eats the fruit of Yggdrasil without understanding the implications. Now, he finds himself in a realm called Arcadia, where individuals known as EVOs can ascend to unimaginable heights of power. Gifted with this new chance, he will make sure to reach the very top. But wait... is that a System? Additional Tags: Action | Adult | Adventure | Artifacts | BDSM | Beautiful female lead | Complex family relationships | Cultivation | Cunning Protagonist | C*nnilingus | Demi-humans | Demons | Dragons | Elves | First-time Interc**rse | F*llatio | Handsome male lead | Hardworking protagonist | Harem-seeking protagonist | Human-Nonhuman relationship | H*ndjob | Incest | Male protagonist | M*sturbation | Master-disciple relationship | Master-servent relationship | Older Love Interests | Overpowered Protagonist | Paizuri | Perverted Protagonist | R-18 | Romance | Ruthless protagonist | Slaves | Smut | Soul power | Succubus | System | Sister Complex | Threesome | Younger love interests

Similar to that of a Phoenix, a martial arts expert who was from the Song Dynasty had reincarnated after his death. The body he now possessed belonged to a bullied Japanese high schooler, one that had complicated family issues. --- This is a translation.

Lenford Ruthard is a seemingly normal and plain man. However, he holds a secret he never dared bare to the world. He was a homosexual. In this day and age, such preference are tolerated but still seen as vile and disgusting. He never dared to come out to his parents let alone tell his secrets to anybody. His current infatuation with Rayson, the most proficient and talented worker in his office has now suddenly been uncovered. With his sexuality and secret uncovered due to Doyle Richardson, Rayson's best friend and another proficient worker. He is now put in the spotlight with how earnestly he has to work to satisfy Doyle's cravings to keep his secret. WARNING!!! DUBIOUS CONSENT / NON-CON, ABUSE AND RAPE! But if that's okay, you may proceed. You may support my work by buying me a cup of coffee on Ko-fi.com/nicole9924496

In a world where magic is feared and rebellion simmers, Emily, a passionate baker, is thrust into a quest to save her land from famine caused by withering crops. Guided by the ancient Goddess Hecate, Emily joins forces with her brother Eric, the head guard Lucas, and other allies. Together, they navigate political intrigue and uncover hidden threats, striving to restore peace and unity to their divided world while Emily harnesses newfound powers to heal the land.

Eryx Vales, a reclusive game developer, is reincarnated in a medieval world with the god-like Ascendant Sovereign System. With the power to conquer realms and manipulate fate, he quickly rises to unimaginable strength. But as his influence grows, Eryx uncovers a hidden darkness, threatening to unravel everything he’s built. Will he control his power, or will something far more dangerous consume it all?

Jack Cooper, abandoned and ridiculed for his appearance, survives the harsh streets through sheer willpower. His life takes a dramatic turn when he meets Paul, a master assassin who offers him a chance to gain power and respect. Under Paul’s rigorous and often painful training, Jack transforms into one of the world’s top assassins, mastering the art of assassination and weaponry. Tragedy strikes when Paul is killed by a powerful adversary. Jack, driven by a desire for revenge, meticulously plans and executes his retaliation. However, during the final battle, he is poisoned and succumbs to his injuries. Jack’s story doesn’t end with his death. He awakens in a mysterious new world as Lucas Reed, the third prince of the Reed royal family. Armed with his past life’s skills and experiences, Lucas vows to become invincible and powerful in this new realm. The legend of the Prince Assassin is about to unfold, as Lucas navigates this new world with the determination and cunning of an assassin.

There are many games in the world but who would have guessed that this would be different. The beta testing he unluckly got chosen for he gets tossed into this world with no warning how will he survive.

Ye Mumu found that the ancestral vase in her home could magically connect to the ancient times two thousand years ago. So she met an ancient young general. The general guarded the important city on the border and was surrounded by 300,000 barbarian troops. There was a severe drought, the riverbed dried up, and 200,000 people starved to death, leaving only 80,000 people. With nowhere to go, the general and the people of the city could only wait to die passively! He begged the gods for water and food, hoping that the people would survive. Ye Mumu waved her hand and approved it! She hoarded a large amount of supplies to feed the soldiers and the people. Steamed buns, steamed buns, flower rolls, and meat sandwiches... every day is different, giving the ancients a little shock of modern food. Sending military books, hoarding food to recruit soldiers, building factory arsenals... giving the ancients a little shock of modern military. When she was deceived, the inherited family business faced bankruptcy. To repay her kindness, the general gave her a lot of money, paintings, antiques, and porcelain... With antiques, she saved the family business, became the richest woman, and reached the peak of her life! The general relied on Ye Mumu to provide modern military equipment to conquer the barbarians, recover the nine states, pacify the six kingdoms, and unify the world. He promised to build a temple for her and worship her for generations. The general sent a marriage certificate: With the mountains and rivers as a witness, I look forward to meeting you when the sea is clear and the river is calm. Under the marriage certificate is a phoenix crown and bridal robe. What a good young general, so this is what you are thinking!

a 3rd generation man Evan died of after being shoot got transported to a weird world full of challenges, Evan continued to grow stronger by facing many challenges allong the way.

The Jin Empire, one of the oldest and greatest empires witnessed by human civilization, especially during the reign of Emperor Jin Shi Roku, who enjoyed unparalleled intelligence and beast-like intuition, which allowed him to conclude the largest agreements and alliances witnessed in that era.... But wait a minute!... What's wrong with the emperor recently? He keeps looking for partners for his sons. This is the work of old women in hot springs... What happened to our emperor?! It has turned into...a matchmaker ?! ....ignoring his wives and trying to interfere with the going and the coming....Is this one of his secret plans to gain more power?!.....or perhaps signs of old age?...Of course, there's no way that his body was possessed by someone and their soul was transferred to a parrot?!....... right ?

Shen Hao traveled through time and arrived in the Great Qian Dynasty. Just in time, he encountered a famine year. Hunger was widespread for thousands of miles. There were refugees everywhere. Men, women, the elderly, and children were all sallow and emaciated, without even a mouthful of full meal to eat. Shen Hao exchanged a bucket of instant noodles for a lovely and obedient wife. Moreover, he discovered that he could shuttle back and forth between the two worlds and engage in trading of materials. Shen Hao exchanged near-expiry food for gold, silver, and jewels and took them to be sold in modern times. In an instant, he got a beautiful wife, luxury cars, and villas. He even hoarded supplies and advanced into the Great Qian Dynasty, recruited soldiers and bought horses, becoming a prominent and powerful family there.

I just wanted to slurp my instant noodles and enjoy another trashy series, that’s all I was looking forward to. But instead, I got kidnapped. Then, I died. That's what I remember, at least. But hey, I didn't stay dead. Somehow, I got reincarnated into the body of a young master of the Rainbow Sect. The problem? He was your typical arrogant, spoiled young master. A guy with a ridiculously inflated ego who loved flaunting his power and wealth. So, yeah, not exactly a great deal for me. Instead of waiting for my inevitable doom, I decided to take matters into my own hands. I wasn't about to play the part of some arrogant, entitled brat. I wasn't going to fight other geniuses, and I sure as hell wasn't going to waste my time trying to reach the top in some ridiculous power struggle. Nope. I was done with that nonsense. So, I fled. I ran as far away as I could and found myself a nice, quiet life... cultivating herbs in the peace and solitude of my own little garden. Who needs to challenge the heavens when you can grow your own food in peace? Farming was where the real satisfaction was for me. Fighting, scheming, and trying to outsmart everyone? Not my thing. But growing the perfect batch of herbs? Now that was a true art. ---------------------- This is a slice-of-life series, where a lazy dude just wants to stay out of the power struggle. I ain't no pro or anything, and honestly, this is the first time I’ve written a novel. I'm also a potato, and not a gun owner, so English ain't my mother tongue. But don't worry, I went to school, and it wasn’t an art one.

In the opulent Kingdom of Eldoria, a realm steeped in tradition and magic, noble houses vie for power and influence. The kingdom is renowned for its grand castles, lush gardens, and vibrant court life, but beneath the surface lies a web of intrigue, ambition, and ancient rivalries. As political tensions rise and a prophecy unfolds, our hero, and former Sergeant Ryan Mitchell, Luke finds himself reincarnated in a low ranking noble house and placed in the center of a brewing storm. Eldoria is known for its rolling hills, fertile lands, and gleaming cities, was once united under the rule of benevolent lords and ladies, and the high king and queen, who wielded the ancient powers of the Eldorii Stones. These relics, infused with elemental magic, kept the kingdom in harmony, protecting it from invaders and stabilizing its fragile alliances. However, over time, the magic of the Eldorii Stones has faded, and the unity they once fostered is crumbling. A recent war between a rival kingdom has left the kingdom weakened. Ambitious lords and ladies of Eldoria vie for power, dividing the court and military into factions. With the recent death of the high king and the young crown prince still a child, a regency council fights the high queen for Eldoria, but they are mired in corruption and self-interest. Eldoria’s neighbors—the Kingdom of Valenwood, up to the north and the technologically advanced Empire of Veridan to the east—sense the kingdom’s vulnerability. The power hungry royalty are raiding border villages, and Veridan’s emperor eyes Eldoria’s resources, poised to launch an invasion under the guise of “liberation." Famine and poverty spread across the land, and discontent is brewing among the common folk. Rebellions are sparking in remote regions, weakening the crown’s grip on the kingdom, civil war almost seems possible. Sgt. Ryan Mitchell, a soldier from Earth who died in battle, awakens to find himself reincarnated in this chaotic world as Lord Luke, a low-ranking noble. He grows up under his father's rule of a peaceful provence out in the country, near the kingdom's troubled northern borders. At first, he is overwhelmed by the intricacies of noble life, the politics, and the strange customs, but his military experience and leadership skills prove invaluable to not only his father and the people, but the crown as well. As the storm of trouble builds, Ryan (now Lord Luke) must navigate a world filled with magic, political plots, and looming war. He is pulled into a web of conspiracy and intrigue that centers around the resurgence of the Eldorii Stones and an ancient prophecy that foretells the rise of warriors and a "special warrior from beyond" who are blessed by the gods, who will save the kingdom. Ryan realizes he must protect his new home from both internal corruption and external threats—and perhaps, in doing so, fulfill a greater destiny than he ever imagined, a destiny that may have him grow closer to the royal family than he would like.... Meet the Characters- Lord Luke Greythorne of House Greythorne- former Sgt Ryan Mitchell Lord Cedric Greythorne- Luke's father Lady Selene Greythorne- Luke's mother Lady Elysia of the House of Ravenshade Princess Gwenevere Eldoria of the Royal Family Prince Ethan Eldoria of the Royal Family High Queen (Consort) Adrian Eldoria of the Royal Family And many others!

In the secluded village of Gashea, hidden deep within the woods, a wicked curse claws at the heart of the land. For generations, a vengeful demon has tormented the villagers with withering droughts, disease, and famine, forcing them into a grim pact: each new moon, they offer a bride to the demon, only to find her lifeless body drifting down the moonlit river by morning. But as the next offering approaches, the elders make an unthinkable choice—this time, they’ve chosen a man. Fyn, marked as the sacrificial bride, feels the weight of his fate sink like stones into his chest. Yet, as he steps into the forest, surrendering to the darkness that calls him, something unexpected stirs within his heart—a dangerous affection for the creature in the shadows. With every secret he unearths, the line between monster and man blurs, cracking open the village’s long-held beliefs. Gashea’s people are forced to wonder if the true horror lies within the forest’s depths—or if something far darker festers in the roots of their own world.

[Military Fiction] [Light System] [Slice of Life] Back then, the fire service was still a branch of the military. Countless dreaming youths clutching steel guns were assigned to the firefighting forces that only used water guns and cannons. Fang Huai, a seasoned firefighter, has been reborn? Of course, he's out for money! Returning home, he found that even the camouflage bags from the Armed Forces Department had been brought back. ...... In an interview. Fang Huai points to the myriad of Military Merit Medals on his chest. "Each Military Merit Medal represents a step of my progress." The reporter nods, "I understand the thrill of being rewarded, I was a soldier too!" Fang Huai laughs and shakes his head: "No, you really don't understand." ...... This is a story about a military unit, but also a story about life.

Note: Cover Photo from Pinterest and not mine. Credits to the owner The continent has always been riddled with war. Small kingdoms are being invaded by big ones and are swallowed up. Two empires have emerged to be the most powerful, the empire of Constantine in the west and the empire of Alessandria in the east. When the two empires clashed to dominate one another, the continent was put into turmoil. With the war stretching on for years crops and livestock began to dwindle, famine and sickness started to spread. Death had spread throughout the continent. In this war between the two powerful empires, Constantine was at a disadvantage because of the might of Alessandria. Because of the long years of war and the damage it has brought, a truce was formed. Being that Alessandria is the dominant of the two, Constantine was forced to give away some of their territory together with sending a princess as a hostage and one of many wives in the harem of the tyrant emperor of Alessandria. Almera Ashelet Constantine was the eldest princess of the empire of Constantine. Born from the empress of the empire she should have been loved by many. But contrary to that, she was only a princess by name and not favored by her father the emperor Reginald Constantine III of the Constantine Empire. She was then chosen to be the hostage princess that is sent to Alessandria Empire. ** It looked like Almera was in a disadvantageous position, she was not only a princess from the enemy empire but also a weak woman that can be bullied easily. She knew that her father has sent her knowing that she can die in Alessandria and that is what he was counting on to break the truce that was forged. But unknowing to anyone, she has a power that was passed from her mother empress to her. It was a power that can change the tides of this war. Almera kept it a secret as her mother had let her promise on her death bed. But for Almera to survive, she must use this power to wager and struck a deal with the emperor of Alessandria, Romulus. ** At the wedding chambers in Alessandria, Almera was waiting intently. Her hands were sweating even though she was feeling cold. Nervousness enveloped every part of her body. She had heard rumors of Emperor Romulus. She must get him to agree to the wager she had in mind. When the doors opened and a man entered, Almera’s heart leaped. She saw a well built man with little clothes on. It was none other than the emperor of Alessandria, Romulus Alessander. “So, you are the princess of Constantine that was sent here.” The man looked at her from head to toe as if gauging her worth. “You will do.” He had a devilish grin on his face. The man was rushing to the bed where Almera was seating. “W-Wait…” Almera said hastily. “Before everything else… hear me out. I want to make a deal with you.” Romulus stopped just right in front of her. “A deal?” Romulus had one eyebrow up. “Interesting. This is the first time a woman had stopped me in my tracks and surprised me by wanting to strike a deal. Then tell me princess, what deal do you want to have with me?” A playful smirk was etched on his face.