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Sometimes you can't be who you want to be and sometimes you can't do what you want to do. That is the daily life of our anti-heroine. She is over powered with innate and learned magics and abilities but she does not have them to use them. she has them because she was born with them and she learns quickly. for her it is about acquisition not utilization. She wants to have power to understand power but she doesn't want to serve and protect. but it is out of her hands because she is Rachel, the Milana of Trannisa realm. her purpose is to maintain a balance dictated by the realm. she is there when she has to be and when she is not needed she is off learning new things. so what happens when she is suddenly needed all the time? will her habit of avoidance become a mask of doubt and insecurity. so will she be a flawed being and pass the torch or will she endure in self doubt and constant insecurity. or is there a third option that has been there all along and completely out of her control?

When the rifts between worlds opened, countless monsters flooded through, engulfing human cities and plunging the world into chaos. Faced with this apocalyptic crisis, humanity was forced into a new era where every individual had to choose a profession. Nations now compete to cultivate elite practitioners, striving for supremacy in the rankings of alternate world conquests. But as the world teeters on the brink, the first and greatest champion awakens after a million years of slumber—armed with untold buff amassed from his millennia of AFK grinding. The bosses of the otherworld tremble in fear. Global T0-ranked powerhouses bow down, offering their loyalty... [Disclaimer: Here countries fight against each other and this is adapted into a Manhua.] [Schedule: 2 Chapters/Day] ﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌ Raw: 网游：挂机百万年，我醒来成神 Author: 亦晨

New thrilling book A legendary soldier returns to the city, helplessly forced into marriage by a beautiful CEO.

Warning ⚠️ This contains heavy Spoilers for LoTM book 1 and Shadow Slave I strongly recommend you catch up to them before reading this Arthur a Narcissistic, degenerate, shut in Loner Dies and Gets transmigrated into the world of Shadow Slave with nothing but the Grey Fog (his Innate ability), a True Name and a Huge Ego his Aspect will be based on The Fool pathway

In my previous life, I was half a move short and ultimately failed to reach the summit. Having traveled back to the past, this time... I want to become the strongest in this world! To become the strongest in this world, one only needs three simple steps: 1. Pick up a newly-transferred Demonic Sect Enchantress off the streets. 2. Subdue and vanquish the demon. 3. Take her cultivation technique for myself. Awesome! I'm already invincible! ———————— Years later, Yan Yu, who had earned the title of "the strongest," was interviewed on television: Host: To whom do you want to give thanks for your success today? Yan Yu: I'd like to thank a very important woman to me. Host (eyes lighting up): Oh, is she your wise and virtuous wife? Yan Yu: No, consider her a stepping stone, I suppose. Host (wiping sweat): Then... what about the other members of your team? They must have helped you as well, right? Yan Yu: ... How could there possibly be only one stepping stone on the path to godhood?

Sakthi, a 19-year-old dark-skinned orphan with a heavy heart and heavier past, has just completed his studies and is about to enter the working world. Bullied for his appearance, betrayed by those he once called friends, and burdened by loneliness, he finds solace in speaking to the stars—hoping one of them will hear him. Far beyond Earth, in the cosmic realm of Planet Gravitas, lives Princess Vaishnavi, a radiant 16-year-old heir to the Gravity Kingdom. Beautiful, brilliant—and arrogant. She looks down on all things she deems "lesser," especially people with dark skin. Her prejudice, however, does not go unnoticed by the Supreme Lord of the Universe, who places a divine curse on her: > "You shall marry the very soul you once despised. His life will be your trial. His pain—your redemption." Banished from her throne, Vaishnavi is sent to Earth in search of the boy fated to break her pride—and that boy is none other than Sakthi. When the celestial princess falls into his life like a shooting star, their destinies intertwine. But can Sakthi learn to trust again? Can Vaishnavi shed her arrogance and embrace a world so unfamiliar? Together, they must face emotional scars, societal cruelty, and cosmic forces—bound by a curse neither of them asked for, and a love neither of them expected.

Zero digits are the rulers, they have the final decision above kings and emperors. Zero digits are the strongest, one person equals one world. Zero digits are invincible under the heavens. Dio, a double-digit adventurer who was betrayed by his companions and lover because of his brilliance. He was killed by being cruelly beheaded by his colleagues. Dio thought everything was over, but it turned out not to be so. Dio awakens in a place full of memories while carrying a determination for revenge with his new power. Several years later, a new zero digit will be born that is respected throughout the world. No one can win against him, even if all the zero digits unite to fight him.

She’s the farmer’s daughter, hired to work in the grand halls of Wildwood Vale, where everything smells like old money and secrets. He’s the heir to it all, cold, untouchable, and already promised to someone else in an arranged marriage he didn’t choose. But the second she walks in, muddy boots and fierce eyes, he can't stop looking. She was never meant to be more than staff. He was never supposed to feel this much. Now they’re under the same roof, arguing in empty hallways, brushing hands in the dark, pretending they don’t feel the pull. But every glance lasts too long. Every touch is a risk. And soon, they’re not pretending anymore.

In a world dominated by two powerful clans, the Ancient Demon and the Ancient Celestial Clan, war of supremacy is a constant thing. But things become intense when a treasure descends from the origin sea setting of a war for its ownership, with legend spreading that whoever controls the treasure can gain the path to transcendence! Driven by greed, the two races set off a catastrophe that caused the world to be destroyed into countless world surfaces, all in chaos. Situ Feng Tian, a modern man, is reborn in this world as a human (cannon fodder race) with a desire to avoid the fate of being a chess piece, but this requires enough ability. But what is really enough? He has to figure this out for himself. Upon this journey, he realizes he can make rapid improvement through life and death battles, as his comprehension and creativity are fueled in such moments. #No Harem

His fate was predetermined, fight, defend, and perish with the stars, a mere cog in the great machinery of creation. But something within him resisted this cruel fate. A seed of defiance sprouted in his heart, whispering of freedom. He sought a way to transcend the cosmic chains to escape, to defy destiny, to seize freedom at any cost. As a mortal, he felt the agony of watching his loved ones wither and die, powerless to stop the decay of time. He wept for children, lovers, friends. As an emperor, he conquered kingdoms and wielded unimaginable power, only to be betrayed by those he trusted most, dragged from his throne, and executed in shame. As a beggar, he wandered the streets, starving and shivering under the cold gaze of uncaring gods. As a villain, he became the monster in stories told to frighten children, burning cities, drowning nations in blood, only to be hunted and killed by the heroes of those same tales. As a saint, he gave everything, his wealth, his strength, his life to others, only to discover that gratitude was fleeting and the world did not remember the sacrifices of the righteous. But, Every failure, every death, every betrayal, they were nothing but steps on a long, infinite path. And the path had only one direction, up, through the layers of existence, through the fabric of reality itself. No prison could contain him. No curse could hold him. His heart whispered one thing to him, a truth carved into his soul and that is to move forward. Always forward. Because he was Li Shenrong, the Lord of the Celestial Throne.

Ava Morales is used to controlling the narrative. At twenty-four, she’s built a bold, unapologetic career as a rising content creator, with a camera-ready face and a guarded heart. But when a scandal threatens to destroy her brand and her freedom, a lifeline appears in the form of a man she has no business trusting. Maverick Ryder is Manhattan’s most infuriating billionaire. Owner of luxury hotels, fashion empires, and the exclusive elite events that set social media ablaze, Maverick needs one thing to seal his next deal—an engagement. But not just any engagement… something believable. Scandal-proof. Strategic. Enter Ava. The fake fiancée. The contract with a live-in clause. One year under one roof. No feelings, no real intimacy, and definitely no falling in love. But rules break. Lines blur. And when the cameras are off, the real game begins. Because Maverick plays dirty. And Ava? She’s done pretending she doesn’t want to lose control.

Riya believed her life was already complicated enough — juggling work, family pressure, and a past that refuses to fade. What she didn’t expect was a car crash… with a stranger who pushed all her buttons. She lashed out without filter, calling him every rude name in the book — not knowing he was Ryansh Malhotra, the aloof, arrogant CEO of the very company she worked for. Ryansh — cold, calculating, and used to control — is shocked and strangely intrigued by this firecracker of a girl who dared to speak to him like no one else ever had. Instead of punishing her, he does something worse — he keeps her close. What begins as a series of sharp glances and heated arguments soon spirals into a tangled connection neither can deny. But secrets, office politics, and their haunting pasts threaten to ruin everything. Can love blossom between two souls bound by fate but divided by truth? Entangled Fates is a stormy tale of first impressions, hidden identities, and the dangerous line between hate and love.

Nora, 18 years old girl who is struggling to live with her heartless uncle and his family, the uncle who killed her parent and took everything from her, though she is helpless now, she promised to get her revenge. Now, meet Dylan Wang the most popular and superstar who is also the heir to a successful company but he is popularly known as an womanizer. One day as if fate was on nora side she overheard Dylan mother urging him to get married, Nora took up her courage and presented herself to Dylan while asking him to use her as a contract marriage but in return, she will use him as a revenge. Seeing this daring girl, Dylan agreed since it will favor them both, he will continue with his wayward life while she get her revenge. Do you think this two wont fall in love? And will Nora get her revenge? Do you also think everything will go as planned?. Find out in this interesting or should i say moving story by Authoress zany

Born of Sin, Crowned as God A divine power. A cursed path. A sinner’s throne. --- In a world ruled by ancient bloodlines and divine rankings, power is inherited, not earned. The weak are forgotten. The unblessed are discarded. And the nameless? They are crushed before they can even dream. Ravik was born nameless. Powerless. A mistake. But the world’s greatest error was letting him live. Now, he doesn't seek to join the gods… He seeks to replace them. Guided by a forbidden system buried deep beneath the ruins of a fallen age, Ravik uncovers the path to godhood — a path sealed behind three impossible sins: 1. The blood of a red dragon and the heart of a brown one 2. The living cells of a lost, non-human race 3. The true love of a pure soul… and her death by his own hand The world calls him a villain. The academy calls him a monster. But Ravik doesn’t care what they call him — He knows what he’s becoming. And by the time they realize it… It will already be too late. --- > “I wasn’t born to worship gods. I was born to build myself into one. Even if it costs me everything human inside me.”

"The chosen one of the heavens? The savior of the world?” These were my doubts before the angel in front of me, who stared at me with disgust. — A sinner like you doesn't deserve forgiveness! "What? After everything I've been through, after everything I've done, after everything I've seen... I just tried to survive like anyone else! Seriously, I don't deserve forgiveness? I should be condemned for trying to live?! I just tried to survive one more day..." After the condemnation and death of yet another heretic, the world found itself without more sinners. Amidst the demons and mutilated bodies in the holy war, there were no winners or losers; nothing was left but remnants and the shadows of what humanity once was in its glory! But not all is lost. Waking from a horrible nightmare, our hero sees his life put to the test with the unfolding of a macabre plot. He must then embark on a journey full of challenges, seeking his redemption and the forgiveness for his filthy sins. Where the apocalypse arrives with the fall of the infamous, and the sound of trumpets brings the judgment of heretics. "The end is near!"

Silas Mavros, heir to the billion-dollar Mavros Syndicate, was raised to lead with ruthless precision. In his world, loyalty is currency, and love is a fatal weakness. He lives by one rule—own everything, trust no one. His world unravels the night he meets Sienna, a captivating woman with a sharp tongue and a killer stare. A night of passion turns into chaos when he discovers Sienna is his new step-sister, the daughter of his father’s new wife. Their connection is forbidden, but neither can walk away. As rival mafia syndicates wage war against the Mavros empire, Silas discovers that his own mother has orchestrated a brutal betrayal. She reveals that Silas is not the true heir but a weapon created to protect his unknown brother, Kairos—the very man leading the enemy syndicate. The truth fractures Silas’s identity as he learns he has spent years unknowingly shielding his own brother. Meanwhile, Sienna becomes the pawn in a larger game. Used by her mother to infiltrate Silas’s empire, she holds the codes that can destroy him. But Sienna’s loyalty is torn. She sends secret signals, risking her life to protect Silas while appearing to stand by Kairos’s side. As the final war ignites, Silas races against time to save Sienna and confront Kairos. The battle spirals into a brutal confrontation where bloodlines, power, and forbidden love collide. In a final twist, Silas learns that his father’s legacy was a lie, and the throne was never meant for him. Faced with betrayal from all sides, Silas chooses to rewrite his destiny. He dismantles the old syndicate, forges a new empire, and claims Sienna as his own—breaking every rule, including the law of blood. In the end, Silas wins the bloody game—but not without sacrifice. The path he chooses leaves scars, but he carves his own legacy with the woman he was forbidden to love by his side.

Nathaniel "Nate" Graves, conocido en ciertos círculos sangrientos como "El Carnicero de Langley" o simplemente "Código 9", no quería volver. Tras ser quemado por la Sección Ómicron, una unidad gubernamental de "soluciones definitivas", su vida era humo barato y recuerdos peores que una resaca permanente. Pero cuando Vincent "El Cuervo" Crowe, un periodista de investigación con más enemigos que contactos (y eso es decir mucho), le suplica protección mientras intentan borrarlo del mapa por el "Expediente Cerberus", Nate sabe que su retiro se ha terminado. "¿Protegerte?", le espeta Nate, encendiendo un H. Upmann con manos que no tiemblan. "Cuervo, lo único que garantizo es que morirás cansado de correr." El Expediente Cerberus es una bomba: prueba la red de corrupción que une al Proyecto Sombras (asesinatos gubernamentales), Thorne Industries (explotación y contratos sucios), el violento Cártel de la Bahía (tráfico de todo lo imaginable) y policías y políticos hasta la médula podridos. Y el nombre de Nate está dentro, vinculado a la misión que lo convirtió en chivo expiario. Para limpiar su nombre (o vengarse con estilo), Nate necesita descifrar el Expediente y mantenerse vivo. Su único aliado estable es Vin, cuyo optimismo se limita a: "Buenas noticias, Carnicero: hoy solo nos quieren matar tres facciones distintas. ¡Progreso!". Pero la complicación tiene nombre, curvas y un juego peligroso: Seraphine Dubois, "El Ángel de Hierro". Esposa del magnate y político corrupto Darius Thorne, y amante de Nate. Su romance es pólvora mojada en whisky barato: pasión, celos tóxicos y la certeza de que ella comparte la cama de Thorne (y otros) para extraer secretos. "¿Te gusta mi vestido nuevo, querido?", le susurra Seraphine después de una cita con un juez comprado. "Es de seda italiana... y costó exactamente los detalles del próximo golpe de tu jefe contra los muelles. Una ganga, ¿no crees?" Nate lo sabe: Seraphine los usa a todos, y su información es un arma de doble filo. "Eres como un Upmann, Seraphine", le dice Nate en un raro momento de claridad. "Elegante, letal y condenadamente adictiva. Y sé que me matarás." Mientras la ciudad se desangra entre la codicia de Thorne, la brutalidad del Cártel de la Bahía liderado por Marta "La Dama" Rostova, la limpieza despiadada de Ómicron dirigida por el frío Director Vance ("El Archivista"), y la corrupción visceral del Comisionado Bell, Nate y Vin se adentran en el fango. Nate aplica su particular sentido del humor en medio del caos: "Disculpen el desorden", masculla después de dejar inconscientes a tres matones del Cártel en un club de striptease que sirve de fachada. "Pero su servicio al cliente era... mortalmente aburrido." Mientras Vin, revisando cámaras de seguridad hackeadas, comenta: "Mira el lado bueno, Código 9. Al menos la contaminación en el puerto oculta el olor a los que tú dejas atrás." La cacería es total. "La Jauría" de Ómicron, los sicarios del Cártel, los esbirros de Thorne y la policía corrupta de Bell quieren sus cabezas. Nate deberá usar cada gramo de su cerebro y cada gota de su brutal eficiencia para descifrar el Expediente, enfrentar la verdad sobre su pasado, decidir si Seraphine es su perdición o su salvación, y tal vez, solo tal vez, hacer justicia en una ciudad donde la corrupción es el único sistema que funciona. "Redención, Cuervo?", pregunta Nate mientras apunta a su siguiente objetivo, el humo de su Upmann dibujando una corona efímera sobre su cabeza. "Aquí lo único que se redime son las balas recicladas. Apunta y reza... o mejor, solo apunta." ¿Sobrevivirá Nate Graves lo suficiente para ver el Expediente Cerberus reventar en la cara de los poderosos? ¿O será solo otro nombre tachado en una lista interminable de bajas, fumando su último cigarrillo en el infierno que ayudó a crear? En esta ciudad, incluso la verdad huele a ceniza y tabaco caro... y tiene muy mal sentido del humor.