The Great Game

My grandfather is very eccentric, performing daily rituals of offering incense to himself, standing in front of his own spirit tablet and eating candles. Villagers are fearful of my grandfather. I am fearful of him too. Later, I discovered that what they were afraid of was not my grandfather, but me. Even grandfather is afraid of me. ... My name is Chen Shi. The Chen of honesty, the Shi of sincerity.

“Next, we have the most noble recipient of the Order of the Garter, the Grand Cross of Saint Michael and Saint George, the Grand Cross of the Bath, the Victoria Cross and the lower grades of Knighthood, the leader of the anti-colonial movement, the bell-ringer of the East India Company, the hero of the Crimean War, a Fellow of the Royal Society, a lifelong dear friend of literary giants such as Dickens and Great Dumas, a steadfast supporter of scientific luminaries like Faraday and Darwin, having served as assistant under-secretary, deputy under-secretary, and permanent under-secretary in departments of the Home Office and the Navy Department of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, the inaugural Cabinet Secretary and head of the civil service, the first graduate and most distinguished alumnus of our school. Please welcome Sir Arthur Hastings to deliver a speech on the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the University of London.” Arthur's gaze swept across the crowd before him, looking at the young faces and murmured, “Agares, what do you think I should say?” The Red Devil's wraith hovered behind him, saliva almost dribbling from the corner of his mouth, “Look at these ignorant souls; they still worship you as a hero. Why not say something they'd like to hear?” Arthur took a deep breath and let out a deafening roar, “Oxford is a bunch of whores' bastards!” “Oh!!!!” The audience erupted into thunderous applause. “Cambridge is the same!” he added immediately. The applause grew even more fervent... (The protagonist, possessed by a devil, travels through 19th-century Britain in a world without magic)

And so Arascus, God of Pride, waited. He waited for his defeat as the forces of Heaven & Hell combined descended upon him. He waited as they tried to kill him. He waited as they locked him away. He waited for a thousand years in that dark prison.

After the heartbreaking execution of his parents due to their lower status and their rebellion against the King of Varanasi. Sukoh Yadav a fourteen year old boy sets of to China along a merchant group to become a great General in China and to conquer his homecountry and abolish the very idea of caste.

When five renowned parapsychologist descend upon the notorious Ravenswood Village, they're convinced the whispers of ghostly apparitions and unexplained occurrences are nothing more than small-town legend. But as they delve deeper into the village's mysteries, they begin to realize that some secrets are better left unspoken.

Jin a modified human centuries from the future also known as a "Cyborg" was given a mission and sent into a world known as "Fleinrim" a world that was created from the collision of the "Murim" and a fantasy world called "Flaraes" as Jin journeyed through this world he uncovered it's secrets, origins and the purpose of his mission.

Faced with an ominous danger, Reida is tasked to gather all prophesized beings to aid in battle for all in existence, convince them to fight along side her. But then finding herself entangled in their own affairs. Reborn as a Shifter, a Dimension Drifter, she lives a second life with a heavy burden. The lives of all which exists lands onto her palms. Reida reluctantly agrees to carry the responsibility, her reason being, her newly born child and now widowed husband will also be facing the ominous danger. Will she succeed alone? [COLLABORATED PLOT] ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ {WHAT'S A COLLABORATIVE PLOT?} Well first, it doesn't mean that multiple people works to write this story, no, not at all. I am a one (wo)man team, it simply means I have collaborated multiple book plots into one big story. In more detail, I have combined all my unfinished books into one in order to compromise and finish them all together, with less chances of burn out since I only need to work on one book now. {MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE BOOK} Completely Fantastical, contains slow burn romance sub plot. Has multiple variations of love story stereotypes. Namely, Love triangles, Enemies to lovers, friends to lovers you name it! It also involves a form of Mystery/Thriller and a fair share of Action too as a main plot. This story explores the perspective/ POV(point of view) of the sub-protagonists, as I call them. {WHAT ARE SUB PROTAGONIST?} It sounds awfully like a side character, just an important one. But not exactly, I call them sub protagonists as the story also revolves around their lives. As I said this is a Collaborative plot, so the main characters from my previous books are also included. Though the main character here is Raya/Reida and her journey, there will also be instances where the spot light will be given to the previous main characters and have you explore their journey. So this book will be a roller coaster! You'll be experiencing, reading through the journey of various characters. Each facing different obstacles, Reida here is a Main character as she is the core, she finds herself involved in their journey as she is ordered to bring them together. Often finding herself entangled in their own conflicts, so this will be one heck of a journey. READ AND JOIN THIS ROLLERCOASTER WITH ME!

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.

Perang terjadi di mana-mana. Negara-negara melancarkan peperangan demi mencapai ambisi ekonomi maupun politiknya ataupun untuk menyatukan rakyat sekaligus menutupi skandal di suatu rezim yang berkuasa. Ini adalah kisah peperangan yang terjadi di seluruh dunia. Cerita ini hanya fiksi belaka. Kesamaan nama tokoh, tempat, kejadian, dan sebagainya hanyalah kebetulan dan atau terinspirasi dari hal-hal tersebut.

In the shadowy world of manipulation, secrets, and dangerous minds, Elise Harper, an investigative journalist with a troubled past, finds herself trapped in a chilling game where every move could be her last. When Elise is assigned to uncover the story behind a series of gruesome murders plaguing the city, she quickly realizes that nothing is what it seems. At the center of it all is Nicholas Blackwood, a charismatic business tycoon, enigmatic writer, and an elusive figure in the world of high society. He is the prime suspect, yet Elise’s growing obsession with him makes her question everything she thought she knew about the case—and herself. As Elise's investigations bring her closer to the heart of the mystery, she uncovers a dark, intricate web of deception, twisted games, and dangerous desires. Nicholas, a man of many faces, is both a silent stalker and a master manipulator, playing a game where every interaction, every glance, and every conversation is a calculated move in a psychological chess match. With every clue she uncovers, Elise is drawn deeper into Nicholas’s world—a place where trust is an illusion, and the line between predator and prey blurs. As the murders continue, the cryptic messages and ominous whispers in her ear hint that she is not just a journalist investigating a story—she is a pawn in a much larger, more sinister game. Torn between her growing attraction to Nicholas and the need to uncover the truth, Elise must navigate a world where nothing is what it seems, and everyone is hiding something. As the case intensifies, so does the psychological tension, pushing Elise to the brink of her sanity. In a game where silence is the most dangerous weapon, the stakes have never been higher. Will Elise outsmart the mastermind who has been pulling the strings all along, or will she become the next victim in The Silent Game? This psychological thriller will keep readers on the edge of their seats, questioning every move, every intention, and every piece of the puzzle as the mystery unfolds. The question remains—who will survive the game?

The Emperor of a Demon Empire Dies before entering the demigod ranks, he finds himself in a world called the mortal world where humans and beasts live there, his name here is Long Yi. a kid who got tortured to death by the Imperial Family because he has the same name as the family. Let us see how this Demon King Pave his path Towards glory and how he creates his own Holy Empire.

A young man orphaned pass most of his life in the hospital and dies with 17 years. And when he opens his eyes again he finds himself in a new world. A world of sects, kingdoms, cultivation techniques and martial arts, secrets, conflicts, friendships, family, growth in search of immortality and so on. Check out this young man's adventures in a Cultivation world, as he makes friends, and faces enemies, and maybe a new love? IG: @great.daoofspace

For countless centuries, rumors have persisted about mysterious group deaths—instances where clusters of people perish without any known cause. These occurrences are not confined to just the past but reach into the future, and not just within our world but in others we've yet to discover. Some speculate these groups are reincarnated into different realities, transported into fantasies as part of some unknown cycle. But what lies behind these unexplained events? And if those who died were truly reborn elsewhere, is this new existence a gift—or something far more sinister?

Upon waking up, Aurel found herself standing in a place that was both unfamiliar and yet oddly familiar. A vast expanse of white stretched out before her, with a pine forest not far ahead. There was no mistaking it—this was the starting point of the first scenario, the Reohan Village route. At this moment, Aurel had awakened as a character in her favorite game, After The Great Disaster.

David was a once and great man he would gladly go out of his way to help those in need.Although that changed one day when he ended up helping the wrong women and things quickly got dark.After his death he gets brought to a new world to rise up in power explore and make many women his. (warning has yanderes many crazy women would not let me put yandere as a tag so i'm putting it here)

Summary - At the edge of the Universe, Away from everything, stands Two mighty celestial clashes that will determine the fate of the Universe. One is driven by an obsession to dominate and mold all life to his will, and the other is guided by a pure desire to help beings be better versions of themselves. In the end, the benevolent one takes down his enemy with him. Both Erased from existence. But Their clash shatters the very laws of existence. As dimensions collide and merge, ancient horrors awaken, and chaos spreads across the cosmos. Many Years later, Ryu Jin, a mysterious wanderer of unknown origin, drifts through this fractured reality seeking purpose and adventure. But what begins as a solitary journey transforms into something greater as Jin forms unbreakable bonds with unlikely allies. Together, they navigate a universe where the laws of reality have been rewritten, facing challenges that will test not only their strength but their wits, their courage, and their friendship. Join Jin and his loyal companions as they carve their path through a cosmos where nothing is quite as it seems, and every adventure brings them closer to understanding the true nature of their existence in this transformed universe.

"I’m not here to fit in, I’m here to stand out. When the lights are brightest and the pressure’s crushing, that’s when I shine." On the cracked courts of Pinehill, Jaden "Silk" Hunter was a king. His ankle-breaking crossovers, no-look passes, and thunderous dunks made him a streetball legend. But when a scholarship pulls him into the unforgiving world of Ironwood Academy, the country’s most prestigious basketball powerhouse, Jaden learns that talent isn’t enough. At Ironwood, the court is a battlefield, every teammate is a rival, and Coach Grayson Hale rules with an iron fist. The flashy, unpredictable style that made Jaden a legend on the streets is seen as reckless and immature here. His teammates doubt him, his coach benches him, and the media begins to whisper: Is "Silk" all show and no substance? But Jaden isn’t here to play by anyone else’s rules. With his pride on the line and the weight of his hometown’s expectations on his shoulders, he’s determined to prove that style and substance can coexist that you can rewrite the game and still come out on top. When rival prodigies, team betrayals, and mounting pressure push him to the edge, Jaden must rise beyond raw talent and show everyone that greatness isn’t just about playing the game, it’s about playing the Game Above Game. Will Jaden rise to the top, or will the weight of greatness bring him crashing down?

In the sprawling streets of ancient Rome, a man named Marcus Benedictus emerged from the shadows as a figure both feared and formidable. His life unfolded as a fierce narrative of defiance, ambition, and ruthless resolve, ultimately leading him to become the most dangerous man in the Empire and, in many eyes, the deadliest man in the known world.

The day of abandonment. Monsters roamed the lands as some sort of predators, criminals were coming from nowhere and broke all that is lawful, the concept of reality was slowly becoming a suggestion...and yet, despite all odds...they adapted. the year in the messed up callander is 2093, and what was left of earth has evolved into some weird insanity that's functional despite what happaned. People live in cities and countries in a world that's gone mad, where super heroes are now a normal Monday, new job opportunities have arrived, and trail chambers, otherwise known as dungeons, spreaded like wildfire to test people of all kinds. In such a bizarre plane of existence, can our young lead survive the trails ahead of him, and make something great of himself? Maybe even saving existance itself from collapse.

Ken Sudoko, the sort of guy you would not expect to see in your local bookstore, cold hearted and devoid of emotions or morals, his lifeless eyes hid behind them a bloody past. Despite his desire to live a quiet life, one day a mysterious man puts him in hell: having to finishing strange, sometimes extreme tasks for money. From murder of celebrity to burning a child alive, from bombing a crowd to crashing a plane into a building, and facing all of their painful consequences, in other words, their FATE. Follow the story of Ken Sudoko through this twisted play of tasks and consequences, run by a truly evil mind, called... THE FATE GAME

Genre: Aksi, Kehidupan sekolah, Kultivasi, Martial arts, Petualangan, Reinkarnasi, Wuxia, Xianxia, Xuanhuan. Ini adalah dunia yang baru. Langit dan Bumi adalah pasir dalam Alam Semesta yang luas. Takdir yang mutlak menentukan. Kisah seorang anak yang terlahir dari Batu Kosmik Alam Semesta. Lin Tian, reinkarnasi dari sang legenda. Bumi adalah planet yang melampaui tanpa batas. Manusia, makhluk berdimensi 30, dan kultivator, makhluk berdimensi 100 perbedaan yang sangat signifikan dengan dewa yang berdimensi melampaui tak terbatas. Mereka akan terus bertarung memperebutkan kekuasaan dan menyelamatkan dunia. Lin Tian, entitas yang melampaui segala Setting Narative yang ada di cerita sebagai eksistensi tak terkalahkan termasuk author nya sendiri, bahkan penulis sendiri tidak bisa mengalahkan nya.

Jihoon, un collégien de 15 ans, n’est pas un garçon ordinaire. Passionné par les livres, la stratégie et la politique, il passe ses journées à planifier des avenirs imaginaires et à rêver de changer le monde. Dans une Corée du Sud frappée par une crise économique, il reste un étudiant brillant, solitaire et respecté... mais méprisé par ses pairs pour son manque d’intérêt envers les relations humaines. Tout change lorsqu’un événement extraordinaire transporte Jihoon, avec sa classe entière, dans un autre monde. Un royaume en péril les invoque pour combattre les monstres menaçant leur survie. Mais à leur arrivée, Jihoon découvre avec stupeur que son pouvoir est évalué comme inutile : il est de rang F. Humilié et rejeté, il est exilé dans une région dangereuse du continent, infestée de créatures terrifiantes. Cependant, le royaume a fait une erreur fatale. Jihoon possède un don unique : un système créateur capable de concevoir des technologies révolutionnaires, des bâtiments majestueux, et même des capacités surnaturelles. Ce qui semblait être une condamnation devient l'opportunité parfaite pour bâtir son propre empire. Alors que Jihoon transforme cette terre hostile en une puissance redoutable, il découvre que les créatures elles-mêmes peuvent devenir des alliées, intelligentes et loyales. Rejeté hier, il est prêt à devenir aujourd'hui le créateur d’un futur où le royaume devra s’incliner devant sa puissance. Le monde l’a méprisé. Maintenant, il va redéfinir ce monde.

After losing her husband, Queen Ana Sofia seeks a new king through a grand tournament. Amidst the competition, she finds unexpected love with a mysterious contestant. But as their romance blossoms, political intrigue and betrayal threaten to tear them apart. Will Ana Sofia choose love over duty, or will the demands of the kingdom force them apart?

Kizan Yami, an 18-year-old modern-era teenager, is thrown into a deadly cosmic game in a universe where eras overlap and survival is the only rule. Kizan is torn from his jail cell and taken to a mysterious dimension with warriors, criminals, and survivors from five different eras—Modern, Middle Ages, Ice Age, Prehistoric, and Classical Antiquity—on the eve of his birthday, still reeling from a turbulent past filled with betrayal and vengeance. Selected to play the Survival Game on Planet Gilcher, Kizan must discover the secrets of his newly discovered powers while navigating a dangerous world full of vicious opponents and fierce animals. Possessing the uncommon qualities of lightning and water, as well as a mysteriously locked legacy. in this world it survival of the fittest serving along side the unknown.