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Most people think they have life all figured out — who they want to be, how they'll get there, and when. But life rarely goes according to plan. James was no different. He had his path mapped out: study hard, graduate, and work even harder to become a successful world-renowned mechanical engineer. He worked tirelessly — grinding through school, pulling shifts at a dead-end part-time job, doing everything right… yet still falling behind. While others made progress, moving forward, James found himself stuck — broke, exhausted, and invisible to the world he dreamed of joining. The flashy cars, global adventures, financial freedom he had always dreamt of now felt nothing more than a fantasy. And with the job market collapsing, even his degree seemed pointless. Then one night, after getting fired, he hit rock bottom. But life — unpredictable as ever — threw him a curveball. One that changed everything. He got a system. A rebate system. And not just any rebate… a 10x multiplier on his expenses! [Ding!] [You spent $280. 10x Rebate has been applied. You have received $2,800. The money has been sent to the host's bank account.] From that moment on, everything changed. Money was no longer his weakness — it became his greatest weapon. And James? He was now out to get the world, to build his empire!

From zero to hero, literally overnight! Xia Ming, a recent graduate adrift in life, stumbles upon a game-changing System that grants him ultimate power. Yesterday, he knew nothing of medicine. Today? Renowned surgeons are taking notes. Yesterday, he couldn't win a fight. Today? Martial arts legends are eating his dust. Need a basketball star? He becomes the best. While you struggle to learn, Xia Ming downloads mastery. While you chase success, success chases him, including the beautiful CEO Lin and an enchanting young woman as captivating as a rose. Why bother competing? With the Almighty System, no skill is out of reach, no obstacle too great – not even the gods themselves could stop him if he sets his mind to it. "System in hand, the world is mine!" This is Xia Ming's reality. Get ready for the ultimate power trip.

I watched it happen. Nobles preaching peace while stacking corpses beneath their thrones. Beasts swallowing cities whole while Heroes turned away. You think I’m lying? Good. It means you are not ready for what's coming. .................. In a dying world ravaged by dungeons, beasts, and alien gods, only one truth remains: Power decides everything. Some Heroes are kind. Some are just. Most... are monsters wearing crowns of light. Ezekiel Zahara was supposed to die forgotten — a bastard stain in a noble bloodline. They tried to erase him. They failed. He awakened a mysterious system that enabled him to fuse lifeforms with machines into something neither man nor gods could comprehend. With circuits running through his Spirit Veins and mechanical beasts by his side, Ezekiel will carve his legend into the bones of the world.

She came into his life like a victim of his, made him lose all restraint yet she hated him. Why can't it be him with her? Amyra's eyes snapped open, her mind a bit cleared. She saw the guy she hated to admit it but he was dangerously good looking. He felt familiar like she had seen him before but could not recall clearly. He moved and put off his blazer, Amyra washed to the door but his hand grilled her with an iron grip before she felt her back college with the soft bed.

The dead don’t rise all at once—they creep in, unnoticed.... Edward is just a stocker at a fading retail store, living paycheck to paycheck and trying not to think too hard about the strange absences, the quiet sirens, and the ever-growing shadows in the aisles. But as unease turns to fear and the first signs of infection appear, it becomes clear: the dead don’t rise all at once—they creep in, unnoticed. What begins as a normal shift soon unravels into something far more sinister, as Edward finds himself at the edge of a world beginning to rot from the inside out. With each chapter, the infection spreads. And with it, Edward must shed the comforts of routine and confront the brutal truths of survival. This isn’t the story of where the world ends. This is where the dead begin.

In the distant future, the Supreme Deities of various pantheons vanish without a trace. With no one to stop them, demonic races rampage across the universe, crushing the celestial races. Their last stand in the Milky Way fails when a boy named Kaal discovers the primordial sword, *Asi*. Aligning with the demons, he topples the celestial order and crowns himself Xyrian, Sovereign of the Galactic Empire**. In exchange for peace, he offers the celestial bloodlines as eternal tribute. Now, anyone who awakens a celestial bloodline is hunted by Raiders, his enforcers spread across every star system. To protect the last remnants of celestial heritage, *Sol*, an entity born from the fusion of all surviving sun deities, gathers sages and warriors to establish two academies: *Western Celestial Academy* and *Eastern Celestial Academy*. There, students are trained and divided into houses based on their bloodline. Enter *Eliora Bat-El*, princess of Iberica, awakens the bloodline of angels on her 16th birthday—marking her for death. With Raiders closing in, her only hope lies in an unlikely ally: *Agastya*, a low-profile guild leader who holds one of the most powerful abilities in the universe—the *Astra System*, a vast repository of celestial weapons and lost knowledge. Fate pulls Agastya back into the battle he once walked away from. With Eliora at his side, he must rise once more—not just as a warrior, but as a legend.

What happens when a 20-year-old ordinary young man transmigrates into America with a daily sign-in system. The one that gives rewards from most insignificant things to priceless things like shares of top companies, talents, future news etc... Follow how this young man slowly but step by step conquers the...... “Maate! Wait, stop, stop, time out, time out. Where did all this conquering come from? My goal is to live a leisurely and carefree life. Why should I do the thankless job of conquering the world? Shouldn't I spend that time flirting around with beauties or trying new foods and cultures? “ ???? “In my last life, I died as a single dog, and in this life, I finally became a rich 2nd generation and got a system, shouldn't I enjoy it? “ Shut up! Stop him, and make him shut up! ahem… so, where we were… Yes! But can he truly achieve his dream of a carefree life amidst the treacherous world of business with high-stakes investment and the dazzling entertainment industry? Witness his rise to legendary status, as he becomes a godfather of investment and a titan of entertainment. He only wanted a carefree life, but how did he end up as the most powerful and richest man in the world? Author's Note: I don't know ultimately what type of novel it will be. But it will have Action, Adventure, Humor, Slice of life. It will be kinda wish-fulfillment (Of course, readers) type novel with a logical, step-by-step progression. Every event and reward follow a realistic flow, set in an alternate Earth free from racism, nationalism, gods, or aliens. No over-the-top cheats... just strategy, ambition, and the power of the right decisions.

Liu Feng was born from a very poor family. He was criticized, humiliated, insulted for being poor, his bloodline ability was just as shitty. The school academy couldn't even recruit him due to his poor condition. But no sooner than later, he discovered something on the day he had decided to end his life — that has been his saving grace which finally changed the balance of his life, turning him into an overnight Multimillionaire with an Overpowered system.

When talking about World War 3, most people usually imagine a nuclear apocalypse or nuclear war. A war that will completely exterminate human civilization, leaving only radiation and the ruins of destroyed cities on Earth. What if, however, in a parallel universe in which the Soviet Union survives after 1991, nuclear weapons don't exist, and World War 3 is a war with the most advanced weapons from both NATO and the Soviet Union? A place where M1A1 Abrams and T-14 Armata collide and tremble the ground, where F-35 and Su-57 terrorize the skies. How would a war like this look like? And what if, even military weapons that were thought to come out of science fiction, such as laser guns, jetpacks, and lightsabers are used in The Third Human Global Conflict? Although everything would appear to be incredibly epic, it all began with a simple terrorist attack on New York City, which would slowly drive humans toward total annihilation. ---------------NOTE--------------- In this novel, I will call NATO as The Alliances, because the Alliances is a league where all anti-communist nations come together rather than just "North Atlantic nations". Also, everything in the Novel is entirely fictional, meaning that the whole world history in this novel is all made up and based on the real world, so don't accuse me of historical inaccuracies.

I’m sure most people would love to have a family like mine. Four super-powered – I’m talking absolutely CRACKED – siblings, a hot Mother, and a borderline toxically masculine Father. Fair. I’d broker a trade if I could though. After all, my older brother has no spine; my older sister is a pervert; my younger brother is a budding mad scientist – sadist, really; my younger sister is… well, tolerable; my Mother has attachment issues, and my dad… Well, he’s the worst one, let’s just say. I left this ridiculous excuse for a family years ago. I’m no better than them, but I’m trying to be. Well, I was. And I made decent progress too, I think. But now, I have to go back to the family. I wish I had a choice. In our world, when you receive a prophecy, it almost always means your life subscription is soon to be revoked. In my case, the whole family is doomed, and it’s up to me to find a way to save us. Why me, you might ask? Well, you’ll never hear me say it, but… I am the strongest of them all. ---- If you enjoy deranged characters, action, complex powers, and chaos. This is the book for you. Hope you give it a try and review it if you enjoy yourself. Discord link below: https://discord.gg/8hcraTjzE9

Theo Sterling, a ruthlessly ambitious corporate climber, is violently ejected from his career and finds himself facing the poverty he desperately fears. With only $2,000 between him and the streets, a mysterious mental breakdown leaves him with an impossible gift, the power to grant any object a permanent "+1" enhancement. Driven by his gnawing terror of failure, Theo begins methodically exploiting his unique ability, with the aim of becoming a billionaire. From enhancing basic knives for quick cash (and cutting ethical corners when necessary), to optimizing high-value bicycles for substantial profit, he relentlessly seeks ways to maximize the return on each precious enhancement. Navigating a mundane world with his special power, Theo readily pushes ethics aside, believing ruthlessness is the only path to the almighty profit. As he dives headfirst into more questionable and morally grey endeavours, his bank account swells, but does this solitary climb built on calculated risks lead only to an isolating peak? Or is there a heavier, unseen cost to Theo’s singular pursuit of money? What to Expect: - Money, lots of it, it's all about money! - Progression Fantasy, tracking Theo's path to becoming a billionaire, or die trying - Low fantasy, ability to enhance items with +1, and the ingenious ways of using this to make money - LitRPG used to track profit and losses using a ledger, the measure of wealth and success - Ethics and Morals... nah not really. Theo is as grey as it gets. May come into play later, but only after getting rich, ridiculously rich - 4-5k words per chapter (or more sometimes) Schedule - Daily release (1.5-2k words). Bigger chapters will be split over multiple days.

Liam, a dropout with nothing left to lose, wakes in a hospital bed, his mind fractured, his memories stolen. A life once promised to him now lost. Yet, as he tries to grasp his shattered reality, a voice echoes in his head: [Pawn to King Protocol: Initiated.] [First Directive: Reclaim what was stolen.] Once the heir to a billion-dollar empire, betrayed by those he loved, Liam now wields a ruthless power: the ability to rise with every life he ruins. His path of vengeance is set, but with each step forward, he risks losing what little humanity remains. Across this empire, Jayce, consumed by rage and vengeance, is granted a similar system. His journey, though parallel, twists deeper into darkness. As their fates intertwine, both men climb the ranks, bound by the ghosts of their pasts, torn between reclaiming their legacies and succumbing to the seductive grip of power. In the end, only one will reign, but the cost of ambition may destroy them both. Will they reclaim their stolen legacies, or will they burn everything down in the name of revenge? If you want to have a discussion about the novel, kindly tap on the discord group link-> https://discord.gg/zMNffw54

Nakagawa Haruki thought marriage would bring him happiness. He had been in love with Satomi since high school, and after years of struggling together, they finally built a stable life. But stability came with a price. Satomi was always busy. Work became her priority, and Haruki… was left behind. The warmth of their relationship faded, and intimacy became a distant memory. Nights felt colder, the bed emptier—even when she was right beside him. Loneliness gnawed at him. Then everything changed when Satomi’s family invited him to stay at their luxurious home. That was the first time he truly saw her mother. Kyouko. Beautiful. Elegant. Younger-looking than her own daughter. And for the first time in years, Haruki felt something awaken inside him—something dangerous, something forbidden. Living under the same roof, two lonely souls cross paths. And as Haruki struggles with his emotions, one question lingers in his mind: What happens when the one who understands you most… is the one you should never desire?

Thaids, strange monsters that developed from animals, laid siege to humanity, occupying vast swaths of the planet's surface. In a world plagued by monsters, society experienced a deep change, built upon the foundation of individual combat prowess. One day, Erik's father comes back home with something that would turn his fate completely. Will this be enough to stop the bullying and the abuse? Would that stop people from taking advantage of him? Would Erik turn strong enough to change his fate, and for humanity to save itself from extinction? [DOWNLOADING INFORMATION FROM THE HOST -GENERAL KNOWLEDGE- IN PROGRESS] [0%...1%....5%...30%...70%...100%] [DOWNLOAD COMPLETE] [ALL SYSTEMS READY] [WELCOME TO THE BIOLOGICAL SUPERCOMPUTER SYSTEM, HOST ERIK ROMANO] -------------------------------------- If you want to share some thoughts or have a chat with me, you can join the discord's server here: https://discord.gg/dZpb4TBRJc

Hey guys, your favorite author here, too lazy to write the synopsis: All you need to know about this book is that it's a mashed up anime world, multiple animes into one. All your favorite waifus are here, probably! From the title, the fan-fc is based in the Sakura dormitory, I'm sure y'all now the anime; The pet girl from Sakurasou. There will be smut scenes, be warned! Obviously, it's a harem. The MC is an OC. The cover art is from pinterest, I do not claim any rights to the works used in this fan-fic, they belong to their respective owners/creators. It's a translation: 综漫：开局樱花庄，捡到女高中生 Author: 卡文哥哥 There are 5+ free advanced chapters on my Patr3on : @Shunsuke161

Damon Black was broken. Heart shattered. Bank account empty. Dreams buried under the weight of trauma, betrayal, and survival. Just when he thought the world had taken everything from him, it gave him one thing back: A system. [Check-In System Activated.] Location: Rock Bottom. Reward: $10. Welcome, Host. At first, it seemed like a joke — ten dollars for showing up? But when every check-in began unlocking money, businesses, skills, beauty, strength, and more, Damon realized he’d been handed the keys to a new life. Now, every step he takes, every place he visits, every scar he carries… is currency. But as Damon rises from the ruins — becoming a legend in the streets and a force in boardrooms — the world starts watching. Old enemies want a piece. His ex wants back in. And hidden powers behind the system want to control him… or destroy him. From pain to power. From the block to billions. From nobody to the most dangerous man alive. This is the story of Damon Black — the one they should’ve never counted out.

[Adapted into Manhua] Zhao Yu used to be a little ruffian who fought recklessly without any morals and bottom line, after being framed and sentenced to a lethal injection death penalty; Zhao Yu woke up reincarnated to a parallel timeline, where he’s no longer a criminal, but a Major Crime Investigation Department Agent. The change from a criminal to a police officer had thrown Zhao Yu off and had him wreak havoc for the first few days in the station. But with the help of a mysterious "Adventure System,” Zhao Yu was able to embark on a new life where his goal is to solve the unsolvable cases and make amends for his past life’s mistakes.

Eight hundred years ago a great comet shot through the solar system, bestowing magic to everything it passed. It also put a hole in the sun. Humans lost their position at the top of the food chain, barely managing to survive. Even then, most couldn't be called Human anymore. Surrounded by corporations, shadowy organizations, the church, powerful individuals, and countless eyes in a city barely holding itself together, Callum is going to school. I wonder how that will go.

For countless ages, powerful gods waged war across the universe, light against darkness, good against evil. But everything changed when the evil gods discovered a way to seal the powers of their enemies. One by one, the righteous gods fell, and the universe plunged into chaos. World after world was conquered by demons and monsters. Soon, only a few untouched planets remained. One of them was Ñumo, a world rich in magic and beauty. But even it could not escape the invasion. Protheus, the strongest mage on Ñumo and the only one to reach the legendary 10th Pentacle, stood alone against the darkness. After defeating the invading evil god, he continued fighting, determined to cleanse his world of every last demon. Then, he found something unexpected, a massive, glowing crimson rift unlike any he had seen before. A portal to another world.