Defy Fate

Nordic wakes up in a foreign land, trapped in Soul Home—a place for souls on the brink of death and life, and involved in competition to reach the highest level for one goal: to return their original lives and get out of Soul Home. Unfortunately all Nordic memories before drowning in the river of death are gone. A strange system emerged and determined Nordic's role as a member of the Gods of Mage. With the weakest strength until it increased unexpectedly, Nordic masters various missions and skills—he becomes the strongest unbeatable of the strongest. When Nordic found a magic control room, Nordic realizes his new destiny is a mistake. From then on, he went against the fate—against the rules of the world that had toyed him from the start. Magic. System. Competition. Everyone kills everyone. It's a game that controlled by the most powerful. [Ding!] [Congratulations! You have activated the system and now you become one of the Gods of Mage clan!] [5...4...3...2...1...] [Finished!] [Welcome to this world where you can reach unlimited strength!] [Let's get done mission after mission and reach your highest level!]

Sebastian woke up in a strange world, only to find himself a lowly, sightless laborer toiling away in a modest apothecary shop within a remote border town. Life had not been kind to him, yet destiny granted him a single solace: a devoted wife who never looked down on his disability or his poverty, standing by his side with unwavering affection. Along with this warmth in his life, a mysterious power stirred within his soul—a unique system that began granting him abilities beyond his wildest dreams. In an era ravaged by demons and ghosts, where forbidden mystical arts reigned and legendary artifacts clashed with enough might to shatter the firmament, Sebastian never craved a throne or a crown. All he desired was a quiet, stable life with his wife. However, when fate grants you an unending lifespan, life transforms into an eternal journey that transcends the fall of empires and the passing of ages. This is the tale of the immortal man who began as a blind apothecary's assistant, only to witness with his inner vision the vanishing of kings and the rise of civilizations throughout the centuries.

In a quiet town, an ordinary high school boy's life is turned upside down when he stumbles upon a mysterious artifact during a chance encounter with a fierce monster. The artifact grants him an extraordinary power: the ability to tame defeated monsters, turning them into loyal allies, and even fuse with them to wield their incredible skills. As the boy learns to harness his newfound abilities, he discovers a growing threat: a dark force awakening an army of corrupted monsters bent on plunging the world into chaos. With the help of his monster companions, he embarks on a dangerous journey to protect those he loves, uncover the truth behind the artifact, and confront the sinister mastermind behind the rising darkness. Along the way, he faces powerful enemies, forms unlikely alliances, and discovers the strength that comes from trusting others. But as the stakes grow higher, he must grapple with the true cost of his powers and the fine line between hero and monster. In this epic battle of courage, friendship, and self-discovery, the fate of the world rests in the hands of one boy who never imagined he could make a difference.

All he wanted was her love. She broke him, embarrassed him and humiliated him in front of the world. Logan gave everything to his wife, his love, his time, his money. As an orphan, he had nothing growing up, but he believed building a life with Vanessa was worth every sacrifice. Until the day he lost his job… and caught her in bed with her rich boss. Humiliated, heartbroken, and thrown out like trash, Logan hits rock bottom. Vanessa mocks him, hands him divorce papers, and walks away laughing, leaving him with nothing but pain. But fate isn’t done with Logan. A mysterious letter reveals he’s the lost heir to a powerful billionaire family. A DNA test confirms it. Overnight, Logan inherits wealth beyond imagination, companies, mansions, influence. He disappears. Reinvents himself. Returns as a cold, untouchable billionaire. Watch how Logan rises to the top and takes revenge on everyone who mocked and ridiculed him including his ex wife Vanessa and her lover.

"That's a check for one million dollars. Take it and leave. Perhaps reunite with your mistress and live a lavish life." With red-rimmed eyes, Caroline slammed the check against August's chest. For over three years, she had been married to a cripple, yet all he did was bring her pain. He refused to tell her where he disappeared every month or explain the missing money. Perhaps the rumors were true. August looked at his devastated wife but couldn't bring himself to tell her the truth, not yet. For her safety, she had to remain in the dark. Three years ago, after fighting a brutal war, he was ambushed in a weakened state, leaving him crippled and deemed useless. But August refused to accept a fate bound to a wheelchair. As Caroline stormed away, his Qi surged and for the first time in years, he stood on his own. Now, not only would he make his enemies kneel, but he would also protect his wife from the very family that sought to strip her of everything she owned.

<> After a Fateful battle (see Bk 1), Bayo is left decommissioned to face the secrets of a past ignored. Without the First Born, Ronke, Shin and Hana must tolerate one another, on their odyssey to find a cure. Tests and Temptations, trials and tremors appear on every side. A monster today, a masquerade rampage tomorrow, the chaos is unending while the Ascenders spread out with an uncanny desire to feed desperation and devastation, all of which serving as catalyst to the return of the Mad Prime. The legacy of the Mad Prime shall by the First Born, rise or fall. But what happens when the First Born is out of his league against the siblings and the schemings of Trixius? Who then ordains the fall or who then dictates the rise of a fallen Mad Prime? Whatever happens, Orun has never been this distressed. And with the fate of the entire 7 heavens on the ragtag team of adventurers, only one thing is certain… “The Unity shall not find perfection unless it has ‘Victory’ to overcome, the ‘Grace’ and ‘Patience’ to go about it. For in that alone shall the ‘Perfect Order’ be found.” Bayo Must Ascend and become Hero else the Universe be doomed! ----- AUTHOR's Words.

In the year RE-500, a scientific discovery was made that pushed humanity to newer heights -- The Keltar potion! It was an extraordinary potion that allowed humans to extend their life beyond expectations.  With this discovery, Humans found that they could live for 380 to 400 years. The human body grew stronger, no longer succumbing to major illnesses. The rapid rate of cell healing and generation had multiplied ten tens over.  What a glorious discovery! No doubt, the world was in a joyous state. But with this blessing came a sharp rise in Crime.  To counter this, the World Administration, called the ‘Absolutes,’ not only declared the Death sentence Void... but also created a far ‘better’ solution for these many criminals with now longer lives – Mainland 01! And since then, thousands of years have gone by, with the world accepting this order. … Guilty, or Not Guilty? In a massive courtroom, a young man had his eyes lowered to the ground. He was innocent. He knew he was. But his fate now lay in the hands of the judges before him. Bain thought matters would end with justice always prevailing. However, how could his journey begin if it were that simple?

Heath's pack is dying. His father's failed wars left them with nothing but dust and debt. To save them, he must bargain with Beau, the ruthless Alpha of the wealthy Shadowed Pine Pack. But during the negotiation, Heath discovers Beau's secret: his own sister, Savannah, kept in chains, her wolf bound and her power being stolen. Seeing a weapon and a weakness, Heath makes a new deal. He takes the girl. Now, Savannah's silent presence ignites a war. Assassins hunt her. Rival Alphas challenge Heath's rule. And when he uncovers the dark truth, that Beau murdered their parents to seize her power, Heath knows a final confrontation is inevitable. But breaking Savannah's bonds doesn't just bring justice. It unleashes her true, primal form and awakens an ancient evil that sees her as the key to ending the world. To survive, Heath must unite his fractured pack and lead them against a legion of legendary wolves, with the fate of every pack resting on the unstable power of the woman he freed.

“Make a wish,child,or you die!” Laquan squinted his eyes in confusion. The old man’s words and attitude clearly took him off guard. “Uh... Excuse me?” he scoffed. The old man is either a con artist or he himself is hungry and is definitely hearing things “Don't you wanna get rich son?” Quan's brows shot up at the word ‘rich’ His mind drifted to how he's been humiliated in the past and,he unconsciously fisted his fingers. “I want to be powerful.” He breathed out, one could see and hear the desperation in his eyes and voice. “It's a done deal then. I'll change your fate for you. However...”The man paused, then continue the moment he knew he's got the young lad's attention. “know that you only have twenty years to spend on Earth!” Quan’s jaw dropped. “What?! Hey! I don't wanna make a wish any–” The old man smirked. “It's too late,child. A wish cannot be reversed.”

O Bored Prowler of the white pages stained in dark ink. Do ye tire and lose interest in the scrolls of endless writers that tell the dry tales of Systems? Of modern men who traverse through time and space to arrive in fantastical worlds where they achieve naught but baseless journeys? Of tasteless worlds with no intrigue, failing to grasp thy mind? If that be the case, hearken unto me, O Prowler! Let me appeal to thy desire for adventure and darkness, bringing thee into the world of LEASTRIA, where ye shall follow the story of foul men born from distorted shadow! Where selfish Stars toy with fate from their Odd Demesnes! Where the Enlightened, the Sorcerers, the Cradlers and the Genuine Accursed roam and rend the Sheltered Lands with their obscene lust and greed! Where ye shall follow the story of the Cursed Child as he seeks ‘The Bringing’ and rises from meagrehood to significance under thy eyes. Hearken unto my voice and begin this tale, if ye fear not to prowl in Mythology. Do ye dare, O Prowler, to be lost in true Fantasy? ---------------- I will be posting this story on Royal Road under the name Shade Arjuun