The god is dead, but its memory is hungry. Three thousand years ago, the god Tharos fell. Today, his fossilized remains—the Lorn Expanse—serve as the lifeblood of an empire. In the shadow of the Ribs of Lorn, the Empire of the Spine mines god-bone and harvests aetherich to power a civilization of brass and gears. But for those who toil in the dust, the cost of progress is madness. Kael is a survivor of the bone mines, forever changed by a catastrophic collapse in Chamber 19. While others died from the weight of divine essence, Kael woke with the "hum" in his blood. He now hears the frequencies of the dead god and tastes memories trapped in the dust—a gift that feels more like a slow-acting poison. He wants only to survive the grueling life of a scavenger, hiding the resonance that marks him as different. Everything changes when he encounters Ilara, a woman whose voice carries a power that shouldn't exist. She is a Vessel, capable of singing raw god-bone into life, and she is being hunted by the Empire’s mechanical enforcers. The Empire has spent centuries trying to stabilize divine energy, but Kael and Ilara represent something they cannot control: a living connection to a waking god. As the "Thrice-Born" prophecy stirs and the ground beneath the salt flats vibrates with a terrifying new rhythm, the two must flee toward the heart of the god’s corpse. In a world where technology is fueled by the sacred and bone-tech determines the hierarchy of man, Kael and Ilara must decide if they are the harbingers of a new era or the final echoes of a dying god's scream. https://www.royalroad.com/profile/869094/fictions

Frank Ashford was supposed to change the world, not clean up after it. Once a top graduate with limitless potential, life beat him down until he was invisible, just a janitor in the glass towers of MorganTech. But everything changes the night he stumbles upon a hidden code deep in the system, one that wasn’t meant to be found. The code unlocks more than just corporate data, it unravels a legacy of betrayal, corporate warfare, and a shadowy kill list. Rewarded with an improbable promotion, Frank is pushed into the CEO’s chair… and into a silent war brewing behind boardroom doors. Someone wants him dead, Someone else wants to use him, And the one woman who could save him might be the one he loses forever. One janitor, One code. One corporation on the brink. In a world where power is encrypted, the truth could get you killed.

House Dragonsbane was the greatest of houses in verynia with mages so powerful they could slay dragons with a single spell, they ruled the 5 kingdoms for many years until Salomon of house Caine tamed and rode the dragons and defeated king Arvik Dragonsbane in battle, his son Eylon Dragonsbane became the last of his bloodline and was haunted by Greymon; son of Salomon. Many years after he succeeded in slaying the mage Eylon dragonsbane at the battle of the golden gorge however king Greymon Caine spared Leah; the newborn bastard daughter of Eylon and kept her in his castle imprisoned for 14 years before bringing her into the servitude of his own daughter; the princess Marilyn as a maidservant. But soon after, king Greymon died and Leah escaped with help from Oscar; one of the fiercest warriors in verynia and a former Commander of the spear hounds whom had asked for her hand in marriage earlier on, this prompted the late King's first born son and newly crowned king; Greynor caine to order them brought back and tried. In order to avoid capture oscar and Leah split up, this eventually led Leah to meet Zarr, an ally who she'd been searching for and whom would help her hone her magic whilst oscar was captured by the king's soldiers and brought back for trial where he was then sentenced to death, a verdict he escaped. Eventually the pursuit for Leah and oscar was halted when it turns out that the murder of king Greymon Caine was a declaration of war by joromy dragonsbane; another child of Eylon dragonsbane, a self proclaimed king of verynia and of all mages.

Betrayed by those closest to him, he lost everything—his career, his love, and his pride. Yet fate grants him a second chance: a mysterious system that gives him the power to exact revenge and rebuild his life. With every mission completed, he edges closer to the pinnacle of wealth and power. But amidst his ambition, unexpected feelings stir for the woman who once betrayed him. Will he choose the path of perfect vengeance—or open his heart to the love he thought was lost forever?

For three years, Li Tian was the laughingstock of the Zhang family, they saw him as a penniless, spineless son-in-law forced to run errands and eat leftovers. Mocked by his wife’s relatives, humiliated by society, and treated like a servant, no one knew his true identity. Until the day he finally snapped. Because Li Tian wasn’t just some poor nobody. He was the Dragon King, the hidden ruler of an underground empire,a man who once vanished from the world after being betrayed by those closest to him. Now he’s back, and he’s not hiding anymore. Armed with limitless power, a secret system that unlocks his god-level potential, and a list of debts to collect, Li Tian is ready to flip the entire city upside down. The Zhangs wanted a dog to kick. They didn’t realize they’d leashed a dragon.

Matteo De Cannio's life took a drastic turn when his parents, Mr. and Mrs. De Cannio Militao, passed away in a tragic road accident. Left in the care of his wicked stepmother, Lily De Cannio, Matteo's life became a living hell. His stepmother, a notorious drug dealer, mistreated and bullied him relentlessly. Despite the hardships, Matteo's fortunes changed when the Italian Government offered him a scholarship to study at a prestigious university. However, his stepmother refused to let him accept the offer. Forced to sell his stepmother's illicit drugs on the streets, Matteo's life took a devastating turn when he was killed by the police. But fate had other plans for him. Matteo awakened in a London hospital with a mysterious System that promised him unimaginable wealth and power to exact revenge on those who wronged him. His stepmother, who had killed him, was at the top of his list. With his newfound wealth and fame, Matteo became a force to be reckoned with, establishing big companies around the world. But as he plotted his revenge, he couldn't shake off the feeling that his stepmother's wickedness would not be easily defeated. As Matteo navigated his new life, he wondered: Would he survive his stepmother's evil schemes, even with his newfound power? What would happen when Mrs. Lily De Cannio discovered that Matteo was alive? The battle for revenge had just begun.

Ares Valen was an ordinary man—until a lightning storm tore reality apart and hurled him into another world. He wakes up inside the dying body of a forgotten prince on a collapsing frontier: a barren desert, starving civilians, half-orc raiders, berserk tribes, and warlords fighting over the last scraps of land. Death closes in from every direction. Then a familiar voice echoes in his mind: “Rome: Total War system initialized.” The world changes. With this strange power, Ares can summon Roman legions, build ancient cities, unlock divine blessings, and command armies that grow stronger after every victory. As the chosen War Priest of Jupiter, he gains divine skills, awakens legendary commanders, and turns a dying settlement into a rising force feared across the frontier. But enemies are everywhere— dark mages, barbarian clans, forgotten gods, and kingdoms long fallen into ruin. In the shadows, something ancient begins to stir again… the same force that once destroyed this land. Aretian has only one path left: Rise. Conquer. Survive. And forge a new Rome in a world that has never known its might. War. Strategy. Divine power. A legend begins at the edge of the desert.

Jaxon Creed was born into power, raised by the code of the streets and the shadow of a kingpin father. But when betrayal shattered his family and a corrupt empire rose from the ashes, Jaxon disappeared into exile—only to return with vengeance burning in his veins. Now, Cape Heights is on the brink of war. With allies forged in blood—Vera, the strategist; Lyra, the blade; and Miko, the hacker—Jaxon wages a brutal campaign to dismantle the criminal dynasty that stole everything from him. But every step forward uncovers deeper layers of deception, and every victory comes at a devastating cost. When an enemy emerges from within his own ranks, Jaxon must confront the harshest truth of all: the greatest threat isn’t just power or corruption—it’s loyalty twisted by ambition. In a city ruled by fear, he’ll become more than just a leader. He’ll become a legend. King of the Underground is a gritty, male-led urban thriller packed with action, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of justice from the shadows.

In a world where gods walk among mortals and forgotten wars still echo in the shadows, one man carries a legacy he never asked for. Betrayed, underestimated, and bound by a mysterious destiny, he must navigate treacherous alliances, deadly secrets, and the thin line between loyalty and vengeance. As the son-in-law of a powerful divine family, his every move is watched, every decision scrutinized. But when a threat from the past resurfaces, he realizes that survival isn’t just about strength it’s about cunning, courage, and the power to reclaim what was once lost. In a tale of blood, power, and forbidden bonds, one man’s rise could change the fate of gods and mortals alike. Will he embrace his destiny… or be consumed by it?

Leonard's girlfriend cheated on him and let her new lover beat him up and throw him to the dogs. About to die an orphan, he triggers his heirloom ring, unlocking mystical powers, and revealing that he is the sole heir to the mighty Gambino family. Leonard will return with a vengeance, while a thousand more enemies rise to steal his legacy... Do read my other novels: -The Peerless Man With A Thousand Gifts -The Gilded Man With A Thousand Lives -Jack Hardy The Legacy Returns -Eve Of A Thousand Wakes

Max stepped forward, his heart racing as he searched the man’s face, looking for some resemblance, some hint of familiarity. “Who… who are you?” he managed to ask, his voice barely above a whisper. The man studied him for a moment before responding, his voice thick with emotion. “I am Reginald Reid, your grandfather.” The words hit Max like a thunderbolt. “Grandfather?” he echoed, his mind racing. He had never imagined he had a family, much less one of such prominence. Reginald nodded, his gaze filled with a mixture of pride and regret. “Yes, Max. You are my grandson, and the last direct heir of the Reid family.” Max stepped forward, his heart racing as he searched the man’s face, looking for some resemblance, some hint of familiarity. “Who… who are you?” he managed to ask, his voice barely above a whisper. The man studied him for a moment before responding, his voice thick with emotion. “I am Reginald Reid, your grandfather.” The words hit Max like a thunderbolt. “Grandfather?” he echoed, his mind racing. He had never imagined he had a family, much less one of such prominence. Reginald nodded, his gaze filled with a mixture of pride and regret. “Yes, Max. You are my grandson, and the last direct heir of the Reid family.” Max’s mind swirled with confusion. “But… why didn’t I know? Why didn’t anyone tell me?” A flicker of pain crossed Reginald’s face. “There were… complicated reasons. When your parents passed away under tragic circumstances, it was decided that you should be raised away from the family, for your own safety. It was not an easy choice, but it was necessary.” Max’s heart twisted at the mention of his parents. He’d spent his end of the year

When Noah, now in his late twenties, returns to his small coastal hometown to clean out his childhood home after his father's passing, he finds a forgotten box labeled "Summer ‘07.” Inside are old photos, letters, and a map leading to places he and his childhood best friend, Elia, once explored right before Elia mysteriously disappeared that same summer. Everyone believed Elia ran away. But as Noah follows the trail of memories now with adult eyes he begins to uncover the truth of what actually happened, and the silent grief the town has buried. Each stop on the map evokes a different loss: innocence, love, freedom, and ultimately, the friend who never came back.

"Even if I die a thousand times, I will rise again just to take revenge on those who stole my family’s wealth." Jay, the leader of this metropolitan bandit group, was actually the heir to two of the most powerful conglomerate families in Permata City. A conflict with his stepmother had led to an “accident” that sent Jay and his brother plunging off a cliff. Jay was declared dead. But fate had other plans. He had climbed back from the jaws of death, alive, furious, and ready to reclaim everything that was taken from him.

He entered their house as a boy with no past. Now, he returns as the man who will rewrite all their futures. Found on the edge of death with no memory of who he is and where he came from, Jordan Jefferson was taken in by Ezra Bennett—a man who gave him shelter, love, and a second chance at life. But that kindness came with a price. Divorced, stabbed and left for dead by his ex-mother-in-law and ex-wife, Jordan is saved by a woman who carries the same mysterious mark on her neck—a mark that will unlock the truth about his bloodline, his legacy, and his power. Now, the same people who treated him like trash will kneel before him. The ones who tried to bury him will face the storm they created. Because Jordan Jefferson is no longer a shadow in their house… He is the last heir of the Onyx Keepers. And he has come to take everything they took from him.

Darius Thorne, Hell's most efficient soul collector, faces an existential crisis when a glitch in his Reaper System forces him to experience the lives of those he reaps. As he struggles with unwanted empathy, Darius uncovers a conspiracy threatening the cosmic balance between life and death. Caught between duty and conscience, Darius must navigate Hell's bureaucracy, confront his dark past, and make impossible choices that will reshape the afterlife itself. In a world where death is just another corporate job, one reluctant Reaper might be the key to salvation—or damnation.

200 years ago a mysterious force appeared and a ranking system was placed on everyone. At the age of eighteen, one would receive a system with a unique Skill or Ability. People's values and worth in the society, were determined by these rankings. Kyle Palmer, was a poor nobody, who was despised by everyone in his neighborhood, workplace, and the likes. Having been born by a gamble addicted father and a prostitute mother, Kyle's reputation was tainted. At the age of eighteen, Kyle gained the opportunity to change his life and turn things around in his favor, when he acquired his system. Using his new found skill, Kyle swears to rise to the top with nobody stopping him.

He was framed and thrown to the warfront like trash. On the eve of his wedding, Elior Crestfall—the golden heir of an empire—was betrayed by blood, stripped of everything, and left to rot in madness. But the woman he was forced to leave behind… never gave up on him. Now, after years of humiliation, Elior returns—not as the shattered man they discarded, but as the hidden mastermind behind the most powerful empires on earth. Revenge is coming. And this time, blood will be paid with blood.

Most people live their lives without ever knowing what lingers after death. Raito was never meant to be one of the ones who do. Three years ago, a night meant for stars and quiet laughter ended in blood. Since then, Raito has lived a half-life—haunted, isolated, and unseen by the world he no longer fully belongs to. Ghosts roam the city, born from human obsessions too strong to die, yet for reasons he cannot explain, they sense him only when he dares to acknowledge their existence. To them, he is a blind spot. To himself, he is a survivor who should have died. Beneath the surface of ordinary life, a secret war is being fought. The Ghost Hunters Organization (GHO) operates in the shadows, wielding cursed weapons born from the obsessions of fallen spirits, hunting ghosts before their grief and rage evolve into something far worse. When Raito is pulled into this hidden world, a terrifying truth begins to surface—one that ties his survival, his strange condition, and the death of his childhood friend together in ways he never imagined. Because some ghosts do not move on. Some protect. Some wait. And some… live on inside the living. As Raito is forced to confront the dead he carries, the trauma he buried, and the monsters born from human obsession, he must decide whether strength is worth the cost—when every step forward drags the weight of the dead along with him. In a world where ghosts are not born from malice but from love, regret, and obsession, the greatest horror is not what refuses to die… …but what refuses to let go.

Betrayed. Executed. Reborn with a system that judges the wicked. Lucien Graves was a rising star of the Radiant Lotus Temple—until he was framed for stealing forbidden techniques and sentenced to death by those he once called family. Beheaded beneath the Sky Pillar Rift, his soul should’ve been erased. Instead, he was chosen. "Lucien Graves. You were condemned unjustly. Now, you shall become the executioner of the heavens." Returned to life seven days before his death, Lucien awakens the Heavenly Executioner System—a divine relic that lets him see karma, pass judgment, and execute the corrupt in exchange for power. Every sinner he slays fuels his cultivation. Every traitor he exposes brings him closer to the truth. But the deeper he digs, the more he learns: the real enemy isn't just the sect... it's the entire Heavenly Order. In a world where might makes right, Lucien doesn’t seek mercy. He seeks verdicts. And he’s come back to deliver them all.

Betrayed. Cast aside. Killed. Valor Harder, once the world's strongest hero, lost everything when he sealed his rogue son, Dusk, in the Astral Sanctum. Stripped of power and left to die, he uncovered secrets about a world ruled from the shadows—but was executed before he could act. Reborn as Ashen Azarious, a mere boy with a mysterious system, he must rise through the ranks of All Valley Academy, battling oppression, uncovering the truth, and preparing for Dusk’s inevitable return. The world is broken, but Ashen refuses to be a pawn. This time, the hero will fight back.