Chapter: 11. In despairTrinity sighed again, her voice echoing through the silent walls of the corridor. She rubbed her forehead as she recalled the expressions of the Wright family. At first, the two boys had been intrigued, or that was how they looked when they learned about the world they had no idea existed. But when she spoke of bringing them back to Atanor, their faces fell at once, entirely mirroring how their parents looked at that moment.Distraught. Anguish. Pain. Fury. She saw all the emotions vividly in Jarett and Emily's eyes, and why would they not be when their children who they had cared for, loved and protected all these years would now leave them? Although not forever, it still haunted them, especially when Atanor was anything but safe."Are you alright, Trinity?" This was one of the rare times when Sean did not tease Trinity for her sighs. Otherwise, at other times, he would not hesitate to pull her leg and force her to fight with him verbally."I feel blue, Sean. I didn't like what we di
Last Updated: 2023-05-25
Chapter: 10. Eight daysA brilliant bolt of lightning lit the room briefly before ending in a deafening clap of thunder. The weather worsened as time passed and the rain picked up speed until it was impossible to view anything from the window. The sky had turned dark, the black clouds hovering above like grim reapers.While to the world, the change in weather was a nuisance, to the people, inside the ward, it indicated the grave change in their lives, especially the Wright family.Alan and Neil stared at the older man before them as though they were looking at the clown. Their expressions mimicked each other as they blinked in perplexity."I understand your confusion and it might seem to you two that I am joking. But I am not." Sean smiled faintly, not at all infuriated by the two boys and their thoughts. Of course, any sane person without an idea about their world would react the same way."I can prove it to you if you want." The man continued and snapped his fingers and a white light emerged from his palm
Last Updated: 2023-04-27
Chapter: 9. Birth truth"Dad, what is happening? Who are these two people?"Neil was the first to break the tense silence in the room. He glanced at the two strangers who had not left the ward and were seated on the chairs at the far end of the room near the window before looking at his father. His father seemed to be fighting a war with himself with the way he had his head lowered and lips pursed. Even his mother had suddenly turned mute, and Neil had an inkling that whatever he would hear next would be anything but pleasant.Just like him, Alan, too was perplexed by the unknown situation. While neither of his parents explained the problem to them, the two strangers' words made no sense to him. It was as though they were speaking a language he could not understand and he too, like his brother, looked back and forth between the four people."Jarett, I think it's time you start speaking." Sean had all the time in the world and watched the scene unfold before him with amusement dancing in his eyes. But Trinity
Last Updated: 2023-04-18
Chapter: 8. Making choices"Dad.""Alan."Emily and Neil shouted at the same time. But they were some distance away from the two to prevent them from kissing the ground. So they could only stare in concern as they watched the father and the son collapse suddenly. Then, however, their expressions changed into that of horror when they saw the man who had been standing near the door appearing beside Jarett and holding him and Alan with ease and stopping them from suffering a nasty fall.Emily and Neil were appalled by what had happened. But, even though they were aghast by what had transpired, their thoughts were completely different.'How the heck was he able to reach Dad and Alan? What the hell happened just now?' Neil wondered, his eyes not leaving the older man who supported Jarett and Alan till the bed. Instead, his eyes conveyed his feelings openly and Trinity chuckled to herself, finding his thoughts and expressions adorable. In her eyes, he was just like a cute child.Sean sighed when he heard her thoughts
Last Updated: 2023-04-18
Chapter: 7. Strange behaviorAt first, the dark cloud was barely visible. But when the lightning struck again, Alan could see the cloud clearly and it was as though death was hovering over his brother with the way the cloud cast its darkness on him.Alan's eyes almost popped out of their sockets on seeing the bizarre situation. His eyes were now transfixed on Neil, who had no idea what was happening. All his focus was outside the window as he stared at the now cloudy sky. His forehead was drenched entirely and he held his mother's hands tight."Mom, move back." He tried to pull her towards him gently. However, Emily remained adamant and stood before him, trying to shield her children from the calamity she had no idea about. Then, all of a sudden, her heart started to beat rapidly as a dreadful feeling settled in it. She was frightened and her eyes conveyed her emotions clearly."What the hell is happening? Why did...."The door to the ward opened and Jarett entered, his face filled with panic and fear. Only when
Last Updated: 2023-04-18
Chapter: 6. Darkness and thunderNeil was startled to see his brother awake and even more so when he saw how Alan looked at him. His gaze was filled with suspicion and something in it made him unsettled. It was as though Alan was trying to delve deep into his soul and uncover the secrets he had ever hidden from him."Alan, when did you wake up?" He cleared his throat and enquired gently, trying to ease the awkwardness. However, all he got in return was silence.Alan was unbelievably quiet as he kept staring at him. Even though his face was pale, his profound gaze made Niel fidget in his place."What happened to you back then, Neil?" Alan did not reply to him. Instead, he voiced out the thoughts he had since the time he had seen his peculiar behavior.Neil stopped squirming and a frown creased his forehead. He had no idea what Alan was speaking about and his eyes conveyed his confusion, rendering Alan perplexed too."Do you not remember what happened before Dad arrived?" Although Alan had just woken up and his throat
Last Updated: 2023-04-18
God of Contracts: I Buy, I Rule
Jin Yuchen was nothing more than a cripple – the infamous figure with no spirit root.
When his entire family is accused of treason and executed, the world believes the Jin clan has fallen forever.
But fate has other plans.
Arthur Chen, the wealthiest man on Earth, finds his soul transmigrated into Jin Yuchen’s body. With no spirit root and having nothing but the memories of the lost family, Arthur is faced with the greatest challenge of all: revenge.
Here's the twist. His entire fortune has transmigrated with him, converted into spirit stones, more than the entire continent has ever seen.
Too bad the spirit stones mean nothing to him.
Until he discovers a hidden truth: everything in the cultivation world with a spirit root can be bound with a contract. From immortal beasts to ancient weapons, from arrogant young masters to divine herbs—everything and everyone can be bought, tamed, or twisted… for the right price.
He doesn’t fight with fists; he buys his enemies’ swords. He doesn’t run from sects; he acquires them. He doesn’t chase immortality; he buys the heavens and makes them bow.
Enemies beware! The cripple has raised an army, and he’s coming to kill.
Read
Chapter: 13. Returning to the kingdom - Part 2Arthur entered the tunnel again. Although it was day already, it was pitch black inside.He was just about to retrieve the luminous pearl when the darkness suddenly faded. Although it was still dark, it wasn't that discernible, and he could see the path ahead.Surprised, he didn't speak for a long time."Heavenly Pavilion, what's happening? Why did the intensity of the darkness suddenly reduce?""Master, it is the Shadow Wolf. Do you remember, Master, I told you that Shadow Wolves can manipulate darkness?""Ahh... I remember now." Arthur immediately looked at the beast below and smiled faintly.'Who knew my first contracted beast would be such a catch?'Patting its head a few times lovingly, he started walking.Unlike the previous night when he didn't know where the path led him, this time, he did. So, his steps became bolder and faster. He covered the entire route in less than half the time he had taken last night.Opening the fake wall again, he entered the room and looked around v
Last Updated: 2026-03-10
Chapter: 12. Returning to the kingdom - Part 1"The Verdant Riverfruit can only survive without a spirit-rich water body if the seed the tree grew from is nourished with Phoenix Heartblood," the Heavenly Pavilion said, and Arthur almost vomited whatever he had eaten."What did you just say?" he asked, incredulously.'Did I say something wrong? Is Master angry with me again? But what did I do?' the Heavenly Pavilion cried, doubting its existence again. 'Are the heavens punishing me? Why do I have such a terrifying master?'"Master, I...." It hesitated, not knowing which words of it had triggered him."Did you say the seeds were nourished with blood?" Arthur's eyes widened in disbelief, and he felt bile rising in his throat."Yes, Master. It is Phoenix Heartblood. No wonder the tree was able to grow without any spirit-rich water body nearby.""You are not serious, are you?""Master?""I ate something that's been bathed in blood." Arthur almost wanted to force his fingers down his throat and vomit the fruit out. The Heavenly Pavilio
Last Updated: 2026-03-09
Chapter: 11. Verdant RiverfruitArthur was famished. Having a body with no spirit, he was nothing but a normal human. So, he had to fill his stomach before he collapsed from hunger.But he didn't know what to do. While he wasn't keen on returning to Kingdom Yulan, where the imperial army was still looking for the host, he couldn't leave the territory either.Night had fallen, and being powerless, he was an easy prey even if he had the Shadow Wolf.What if other spirit beasts attacked him? Even if he could bind them to him, he couldn't rule out the danger they brought with them.Moreover, what if he encountered bandits- human bandits, to be precise. He couldn't buy them using spirit stones.Arthur shook his head and stared at the Shadow Wolf, which was gazing at him."Do you know a place where I can hide for the night?"The Spirit Wolf nodded and, as if asking him to follow it, it lightly pulled his robes.Arthur's legs got moving, and he followed the Shadow Wolf into the forest again, only this time they were takin
Last Updated: 2026-03-07
Chapter: 10. BetrayedKing Xuandi had no idea what was happening to him. His eyes refused to open, and he felt as if he was trapped in an abyss. There was endless darkness around him, and he could not get out of it even when he struggled with all his might.Soon, the darkness dwindled, and a faint light filled it before he saw himself on the throne.The court session was proceeding as usual. However, chaos erupted suddenly, and the imperial army rushed in. They were filled with cold killing intent, their hands coated with blood.Their eyes were transfixed on him as if he were their only prey.King Xuandi saw himself frozen on the throne. He remained seated as the imperial army butchered his people before they proceeded towards him.Surrounding him until he was trapped, they glared down at him, making him shiver."How dare you revolt against me? You must be tired of living," he growled. He was livid, more than he had ever been. A cold glint passed in his eyes as he glared at everyone. He raised his hand to
Last Updated: 2026-03-05
Chapter: 9. Nightmares"Father, what do you intend to do now?" Crown Prince Shen Zhaoyan probed subtly.After the royal court was dismissed, he followed his father to study. With the Jin clan now wiped out, they had to deal with the troubles that would soon arise."What are you referring to?" King Xuandi asked, casually sipping his tea."Father, the Jin clan has forged a lot of alliances over the years. They also have a lot of loyal followers. The might revolt after what happened," the Crown Prince warned.But King Xuandi was unperturbed by it. The vapour from the tea hid his eyes, subtly masking his true thoughts."I have my plans," he replied, not going into details.And the Crown Prince knew better not to question more."I understand, Father," he said and hesitated for a moment. Kind Xuandi noticed his son's state. He even guessed what was running through his mind. But he did not do anything, allowing the man to take his time to sort his thoughts."Father, about Imperial Protector, have you thought of a
Last Updated: 2026-03-04
Chapter: 8. Sparks in the royal court"Your Majesty, we searched everywhere in the Tianze clan. But we could not find Jin Yuchen," one of the warriors from the imperial army said as he knelt before the king.King Xuandi sat on his throne and narrowed his eyes as he tapped his fingers thoughtfully."Are you certain he is alive?" he asked without any flicker in his eyes. He remained impassive as if he were talking about something trivial."Yes, Your Majesty. His body was not among the dead."King Xuandi hummed lightly as his fingers continued moving."What about everyone else?" he asked, glancing at Marquis Li Xianming."Everybody is dead, Your Majesty. We spared no one," Li Xianming said with delight and pride. His eyes shone with victory, and King Xuandi's lips slowly curled up, joining him in their victory."Your Majesty, what do we do about Jin Yuchen?" the warrior asked, waiting for his next orders.Sitting below on the right, Second Prince Shen Yujin fidgeted in his chair uneasily. He could not brush off the strange,
Last Updated: 2026-02-16
