Ash Ketchum Betrayed

For years, he knew only stillness. Confined to a body that refused to move, unable to speak or act, his world was reduced to the smallest of motions—a blink, a breath. He had lived on the fringes of existence, watching life pass him by while his dreams withered, unreachable. On modern-day Earth, his broken body had long sentenced him to a life of quiet despair. Then the world changed. When the heavens split and the Cultivation Assist System descended, the rules of reality were rewritten. The Awakening brought power, opportunity, and a spark of hope to every corner of the world. For him, it brought a miracle: the chance to heal. The system mended the broken shell that had confined him for so long, restoring his strength and granting him the body he had always longed for. For the first time in years, he stood, felt the earth beneath his feet, and believed he could rise alongside the world’s new era. But even miracles have limits. While others rushed into the grand Pagodas—the centers of knowledge and cultivation where the strongest paths began—he was denied entry. Barred from the heart of the Awakening, he was forced to endure its trials on the outskirts. Every step forward came harder for him than it did for others. He clawed and fought for scraps of the opportunities others seemed to have handed to them. But he did not stop. Through sheer determination, he began to ascend. Slowly but surely, he carved out his place in the new world, defying the odds and the whispers of those who doubted him. He could see the life he had dreamed of—freedom, power, and the chance to soar—just within reach. But the world was not as kind as he believed. Just as he reached for the heights he had fought so hard to claim, betrayal struck. The knife that ended his life came not from an enemy, but from someone he thought loved him. The warmth of trust turned to the cold sting of death, and in his final moments, as the darkness took him, he wondered how he could have been so blind. But death was not the end. When he awakens again, in a new life and body, the memories of his first remain vivid and sharp. The struggles, the triumphs, and the bitter sting of betrayal—they burn within him, forging a determination that will not be silenced. The Cultivation Assist System is still there, but the rules of his second life are different, and the world he returns to is even more dangerous than before. Ashes to Apex follows the journey of a young man who rose from nothing, fought against impossible odds, and was struck down before he could truly soar. It is a tale of rebirth, ambition, and the unyielding drive to rise beyond the limits of fate. As the embers of his first life ignite a new flame, one question remains: How far can he rise before the ashes of his past threaten to consume him once more?

On his 10th birthday, Ren is celebrated as a hero — the chosen one blessed with unmatched power to protect the world from the monsters spilling out of dungeons. Yet, as the nations join forces to train and guide him, they see him only as a weapon to wield, a pawn in a dangerous game of power. Taken from his home, Ren is trained under the iron hands of foreign nations, wielding his strength to shield lands he barely knows. When he finally fulfills his purpose and grows into the most powerful hero the world has ever known, he’s betrayed by the very nations he fought for, and, in their quest for dominance, they destroy the kingdom of Arden, his birthplace, and his heart. In the moments before he dies, struck down by a forbidden weapon, Ren vows revenge. But fate grants him something more powerful than vengeance — a second chance. Awakening in his childhood body mere days before his hero’s ceremony, Ren now has all the knowledge, skill, and power from his former life and a new purpose. This time, he will refuse their shackles, forge his own path, and raise Arden to greatness. As he trains in secret, Ren allies himself with his childhood friends, the two princesses of Arden, Elara and Selene, who are both loyal to him and now central to his heart and mission. Together, they plot to outwit the nations that once betrayed him, strengthening Arden’s defenses and building allies among those who stand in the shadows. With a growing network of spies, newfound strength, and a burning desire for justice, Ren sets his sights on reclaiming control of his destiny and protecting his kingdom from those who would see it fall. His mission is clear: take revenge, save his kingdom, and claim the throne — becoming not just a hero, but the hero king Arden needs.

Lee Gaon was a gaming legend, feared and revered until the day she was disgraced, labeled a cheater, and cast out by everyone she loved. Now, she’s a lonely, broken soul in a world that sees her as nothing more than a fallen idol. But one mysterious evening, as she stares into the depths of her despair, she is pulled to the "World of no End" game. Yet, this isn’t just any game, it's real life, where every mistake can lead to one’s demise. But despite the risks, the desire for power blindly drives many to build new empires, only to watch them rise and fall. Death eater is her new identity in this game world as she roams with a scythe that feeds on souls and darkness, Gaon enters this vast, unpredictable realm with a single goal: to live freely in this new fantasy realm. She slays her enemies without fear, feasting on their demise. But as she grows in power, a dark force lurks within her, and her path to victory may lead her to the edge of her humanity. Is she destined to become the hero or the villain of this fantasy world? Join Gaon in her journey of adventure, vengeance, ambition, and self-discovery as she aims for the top while her enemies fall one by one.

In her previous life, she was betrayed by the ones she loved most. Now reincarnated into a new body, she has the chance to right the wrongs of the past. But her journey for vengeance is complicated by a world full of enigmatic creatures, manipulative allies, and a love interest who may hold the key to her heart. Will she find redemption or lose herself to her need for revenge?

Aric Valerian, the fourth prince of the Valerian Empire, bears many titles: The Forgotten Prince, The Whore's Child, The King's Bastard—names that have been spoken more than his own. Born with a crippling illness and devoid of mana or ki, Aric was a disgrace, scorned by his family and the court. But when the gods cured him and gifted him the strength to fight, Aric dared to hope. He sought glory in battle, only to be betrayed by his brother and sent to die in a hopeless war. In his final moments, as death closed in, a mysterious text appeared before him… [Would you like to change your fate?] After being given another chance, Aric embarks on a ruthless journey to claim absolute sovereignty. [Ki Circulation Mastered: Strength +10] [System Upgrade: Advanced tactical planning unlocked] [Hidden Fortress Established: Stronghold security +15%] The forgotten prince claws his way through the treacherous landscape of imperial politics, he is forced to make impossible choices, each decision pushing him further down a path soaked in blood. He learns that true power demands sacrifice, and the price of vengeance may be his soul. ------------------ This book contains dark themes and depictions. The mc is a ruthless cynic, and is closer to being a villain than he is a hero. Main themes: Politics, Kingdom building, strategy, war

Love, Betrayal, Blood, but not Hatred. Only cold revenge, and a son to complete the family. "D" Section, a nonexistent military unit. "D" for dark, "D" for depth, "D"... for death. It demanded no attachment, and Daemon sacrificed love for it. Years later, the death of his teammates made him feel that he had done enough for the country, so he came back to the city he grew in. But can what has been forsaken be gained back? Because now Evelyn, the one to have breathed vitality in his numb, orphaned heart, had her own life, and a little boy calling her mother. Also, while he left his life full of dead bodies behind, did that life really let him go? From the ashes, will it love or... ? _ _ _ Two lovers who still love each other even with scars left behind by past events. They narrowly miss a chance to meet again and rekindle the lost spark, with him left with an empty heart, and her with her pain renewed, only buried because of the sun of her life, her son, their son… that he knew nothing about. They each continue with their own life in their own way. Their paths even almost become parallel to each other, almost taking the opposite direction with new commitments. But fate be damned, even if it now seems to push them toward each other. From the ashes, their love shall blaze anew. Or maybe not. Find the answer yourself. ___ First draft of characters image on my discord, a channel for fans to get together: https://discord.com/invite/C86EJvCJdd Comment and review, don't forget.

As the only child of her late Alpha father, Avery Jae was meant to inherit her family’s legacy. But on the day of her arranged marriage to Alpha Lucian, her world crumbles. Rejected, humiliated, and cast aside for her own cousin, Avery barely escapes with her life only to find out a much deeper secret. One that changes everything. When Avery awakens, she finds herself in a foreign land, caught by the ruthless guards of the Vehiron pack, led by the infamous Alpha Cain. Tall, broad and as dangerous as the army he commands. Alpha Cain has a reputation that sends chills down the spine of even the most dangerous warriors. Haunted by his dark past, he has vowed never to take a mate, yet the moment he lays eyes on Avery, everything changes. With a single word, Avery is bound to Cain—whether he wants it or not. In a world where betrayal runs deep, can Avery ever trust the alpha who might just be her worst enemy.

In the realms above, supernatural beings of unfathomable magnificence exist, far beyond mortal comprehension. These divinities wield unimaginable power, capable of obliterating worlds with a mere breath. However, what unfolds when these gods meet their demise? Set in a remote corner of the vast universe, long after the apocalyptic Thousand Millennium War of the Heavenly Beasts and Deities, this tale delves into a forgotten world. Here, the ashes of fallen gods descend upon an insignificant pebble, adrift amidst the cosmic tapestry of space and time. Their impact alters the life of a proud young man, who embraces the abrupt changes thrust upon his world. Refusing to yield to the clutches of fate and karma, he dares to defy the heavens themselves. Will he triumph over an insurmountable destiny, or succumb to fate like gods of unimaginable might did before him? The dreams of a deceased deity and the fate of a dying world hang precariously, hinged upon the future of this young man. He treads upon an endless bridge, forged from the corpses of the fallen. Unlock this epic saga of death, sorrow, war, blood, love, vengeance, and triumph with your own eyes. *** You can also reach out to: Discord:https://discord.com/invite/QQ3vybav Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/invites/contact/?i=9xjl0tq1cs3e&utm_content=qx5nrdu

Heaven and earth determine destiny yang and yin rules the world the original Qi was the chaos when there were no order.......... These a story about a young boy named Yun Long like any other hotheaded youth of Floating Cloud Kingdom has the desire to join the martial arts school in the kingdom and become a great martial artist in order to fed and protect his love ones, but things begun to go south as his childhood lover abandon him for another from a rich family background because of his low martial talent ( mortal grade talent). But against all odds he accidentally came across the legacy of an Ancient god and inheritance of an Ancient Phoenix which changed his life forever. Follow this action packed story to uncover many mysteries of the three realms ( mortal, Celestial and Primal Chaos realm) and how Yun Long from trash became an heaven-defying genius, stepping up to the world stage, standing above his peers and looking towards the world with disdain. my first book pls positive criticism will be appreciated

A normal boy moves into his dad's childhood town with his dad. What can go wrong?

Kings Covenant: The Ashes of the Golden Cage unfolds in a world where ancient magic and advanced technology coexist, shaping a fragile peace amid ruins of once-great empires. The last known continent, home to diverse kingdoms and mysterious ruins, is teeming with powerful magical creatures and relics of a forgotten age. New technologies—born of both arcane knowledge and scientific innovation—are being rapidly developed, yet remnants of the past linger, casting long shadows over the present. At the heart of this world are two kings, Caelan Althar and Dorian Valen, once childhood friends who now find themselves at odds. Their bond shattered over the discovery of an ancient artifact known as the Golden Cage, a relic tied to long-lost powers. The artifact holds the potential to change the world, but its true nature is veiled in mystery, and neither king fully understands the consequences of using it. Years earlier, Caelan and Dorian, along with their companions, formed a club at an elite academy where they explored ancient ruins and uncovered relics infused with magic. They encountered mythical creatures—elemental beings, monsters, and guardians that once roamed freely. But now, as rulers, Caelan hesitates to use the Golden Cage, knowing that its power could bring disaster. Dorian, in a desperate attempt to save his kingdom from ruin, betrays his former friend and takes the artifact for himself. Unbeknownst to both kings, powerful forces—both magical and technological—are at work, manipulating their actions toward a catastrophic end. As war seems inevitable, the ancient world’s secrets begin to unravel, threatening to release forces that neither man can control. Kings Covenant: The Ashes of the Golden Cage is a tale of betrayal, ambition, and the unbreakable bond between friendship and power. It explores the allure of ancient magic, the dangers of rediscovered technologies, and the creatures that still roam the world—an epic journey through a land on the brink of rediscovering its greatest mysteries.

-The Ebonfall War- A war that took place over a thousand years ago… A war between two different worlds… Two different dimensions… A war between Humans and Abyss Orcs and creatures from dark dimensions… More than hundred and fifteen Kingdom reduced to ashes… planet earth and humanity was on the brink of complete destruction… Unless One Arises From The Ashes… The Strongest King from the strongest Kingdom “The King Minamoto” A self-destruction move by The King Minamoto, engulfing all the abyss orcs and creatures in a powerful blast that wiped out their entire army at once. But greatness comes with a great sacrifice which comes with the death of King Minamoto, his wife, and every single member of the Minamoto clan and bloodline… Is this the end of the greatest bloodline? Is this how the greatest bloodline will end? Of Course Not! It's just the beginning of something called “Beyond Greatness”

Ash Ketchum having placed third at the "Lily of the Valley" Tournament, the Sinnoh League. He was contemplating his next moves when he mysteriously passed away in his sleep. Simultaneously in a separate timeline Ash has just won the Pokemon World Coronation Series and is contemplating his next moves. When disaster strikes and he is gunned down by a freshly escaped Hunter J. Arceus has decided to give Ash another chance to succeed. Join Ash as he takes over his already in progress life, with skills and memories beyond his years. Ash will awaken at the end of his Sinnoh League Journey to take on his life again. Meeting his old pokemon and catching new friends along the way.

Story also made for Royal Road. Link to my account: "https://www.royalroad.com/profile/525936/fictions" Van and his friend Magus had reincarnated in another world with magic. Tasked to kill the demon lord, they set forth. Van was granted very rough skills that made life for him in that world a living hell, yet he muscled through. Magus however, was bestowed with unfair skills. Due to some of said skills, he gained a harem, which in time, included the girlfriend Van made in the world. After beating the Demon Lord, and after finding out his girlfriend had been stolen from him, he got very upset and so he went to propose to... The Demon Lord...!?

In Crimson Ashes, a group of teenagers in Ashwick uncover a deadly mystery after a girl is found dead following the Ashen Festival. As they dig into the town's dark secrets, they'll learn some mysteries hit closer to home than they thought.

The Apocalypse is in full swing. Defiled - powerful creatures corrupted by the Great Collision - prowled the lands in search of prey. Unfortunately for them, the human race had long since retreated behind the secure walls of the Sanctuary of Everlast. During one of his regular excursions outside the Sanctuary, Alden is separated from Celeste. - his childhood friend and crush. In that moment, he came to regret never summoning the courage to confess. Somehow managing to survive thanks to some trickery, Alden awakens as a mage. Instead of receiving a normal power, he gains the ability to decay. What's more, during his ascension, he received a vision from his future self advising him not to trust the Asterons - celestial beings who had saved his race from inescapable doom. Normally... such a revelation wouldn’t faze Alden. However, there was only one major problem with the declaration, though. Celeste was bound with an Asteron. And not just any normal Asteron... She had made a pact with one of the Divine Sovereigns. ________ Cover is not mine. I found it on Pinterest.

Alright, here's the revised synopsis for the novel: --- **Title: "Rise of the Sword Emperor"** **Synopsis:** Alaric, the second eldest son of the Aryan Kingdom—the most powerful kingdom of its time—is thrust into a nightmare when his eldest brother is mysteriously killed. Falsely accused of the murder, Alaric's family, blinded by grief and deception, orders his execution. His grandfather, known as the Sword Emperor and the world's strongest swordsman, is absent, receiving medical treatment from the most skilled doctor in China. Was absence durning the execution. Miraculously surviving the execution, Alaric awakens to find himself endowed with a dual system window, a mystical power that sets him on a path to become the world's strongest emperor and cultivator. With his new abilities, he embarks on a journey of cultivation and growth, aiming to build the most formidable kingdom the world has ever seen. As Alaric ascends in power, he uncovers the truth behind his brother's death: a conspiracy involving powerful kingdoms determined to destabilize the Aryan Kingdom. Keeping his identity a secret from his family, Alaric vows to exact revenge on those responsible and restore honor to his name. Join Alaric as he navigates through treacherous political landscapes, battles formidable foes, and strives to become both the world's strongest emperor and the greatest swordsman, all while seeking justice for his fallen brother and protecting the legacy of the Aryan Kingdom. ---

In a distant future, Earth is ravaged by decades of war between two factions: the Resistance, a global superstate obsessed with order and control, and the Forsaken, a coalition of rebels fighting for autonomy. The battles have left the planet nearly unhabitable, forcing both sides to establish fortified cities amidst desolation.

"In a world of shadows and betrayal, 24-year-old orphan Bella Smith's life is shattered when her boyfriend and best friend's deceitful affair sends her spiraling. Desperation fuels a reckless night, ending in kidnapping and sale to Russia's underworld. Forced to replace Vladimir Ivanov's deceased daughter, Bella must marry ruthless mafia boss Alessandro De Luca. As she navigates this deadly game, fear and attraction collide. Will her growing feelings for Alessandro ignite a passion that consumes them both, or will she become a pawn in his empire? Torn between survival and the darkness within, Bella must make lethal choices. Will her burning passion be her undoing, or will she rise above the shadows?"

In the rain-soaked depths of Iron City, former soldier and private investigator Luka Cross is a shadow among shadows, trading in secrets and survival. When a routine job pulls him into the heart of a sinister conspiracy, Luka uncovers a syndicate hell-bent on transforming citizens into bio-augmented enforcers—stripping them of humanity, turning them into tools for corporate power. Forced to ally with Juno, a fierce hacker with her own vendetta, Luka plunges into Iron City’s dark underbelly, navigating betrayal, brutal tactics, and a twisted play for control. As alliances fracture and stakes escalate, Luka must confront his own past and decide how much of his soul he's willing to sacrifice to burn down the machine from within. In a city where every neon-lit corner hides a secret, survival isn’t just luck—it’s the fight to remember who you are before the shadows swallow you whole.

Tattered shrapnel rings in the distance. The ashes of man's sin cannot be washed down with alcohol nor holy water. We who murder shall live in the suffering we have caused. Indeed, it is so. Somewhere near, a man who has used up his life looks down a pile of ash. The clouds are ignorant of all that was. The man sighs. The sky blinks, to dust he becomes. And so forth is the cycle of blood. He remembers, but perhaps it does not matter. Another leaves into purgatory. The doctor can only pray that fate have mercy.

In the blink of an eye, the world as we knew it changed forever. It wasn’t a plague, nor an alien invasion from outer space. Instead, Earth itself revolted against it’s inhabitants. The axis shifted, and suddenly, we were hurtling away from the sun, condemned to a fate of eternal winter. As days turned to weeks, and weeks turned to months, chaos ensued. Natural disasters ravaged the lands, tearing apart cities and communities. The once bustling streets were now desolate, covered in layers of frost and despair. With each passing day, the temperature plummeted freezing everything in its path. Electricity became a luxury of the past, leaving us to fend for ourselves in the darkness. Food and resources dwindled, forcing humanity into a primal struggle for survival. The rules of society crumbled, replaced by the law of the fittest. Amidst this bleak landscape, our protagonist emerged a lone wandering fighter fighting against the elements and the savagery of mankind. With each step he faced the relentless cold, the ferocious beasts displaced by shifting climates, and the ever-present threat of encountering fellow survivors driven to madness by desperation.

Dominate the whole world step by step! Bai Xiaowen, an online novel writer, was transported to a psychic era that was a hundred years in the future by a mysterious eyeball. With the infusion of psychic particles, mutated beasts ran rampant, and monsters from the spiritual realm invaded. The digitized Earth became a massive video game! There were zombies that could withstand bullets, claw monsters that could leap over rooftops and were impossible to aim at, mountain giants with limitless strength who treated tanks as toys, and vengeful spirits that could tear souls apart with a single glance. To deal with these ferocious creatures, humanity embarked on the path of evolution! Those who successfully evolved were called "the Awakened"! "I came, I saw, I conquered!" Bai Xiaowen roared with his divine eye open, but there were only 130 days left until the college entrance examination. To conquer the psychic era, he would start by becoming the top scorer in the college entrance examination.

To the world Lucas was the perfect CEO. He led the family company to become the biggest in the country. He also had the most beautiful woman for a lover and with gorgeous looks that would make anyone fall for him, he had it all. However, it all came crashing down one day when he got that letter. A letter that made him question his very existence. A letter that unhinged him.

Victor dies in a mugging and gets reincarnated in an alternate version of his world's past where magic and creatures of myth and legend exist. How would his knowledge affect the familiar yet unfamiliar world around him? Read and find out.

Anir is an unemployed guy that lives with his father in A.S.O.D, the capital of Miraco, one day while he was at the cafe, he received a call that his father was hitten by car and is now in the hospital, and there, when his father was at the last moments of his life, he whispered in his ears to check his diary. After his father's funeral, he goes home and check's his diary, and discovers his secrets and the truth about his death, he then starts his journey for revenge.