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Alice Heather Littman was just an average elementary school teacher. Having taught in the Nancaan Elementary School for over a year now, Heather counted her stars for each day that her life went by peacefully, sorely grateful at getting away from her former... turbulent lifestyle during a dark time in her college years. Ahh.. a peaceful life surrounded by her precious students...Cue, the 25th Founding anniversary of the school she's teaching in, the meek and silent teacher suddenly being propositioned in broad daylight by one of the richest and most powerful men in the city. Heather felt her heart hammer in embarrassment as the dashingly handsome Dio Panagopolous asked her out on a date.. Outwardly, the woman smiled shyly, unable to say anything. Inwardly however...She knew in her heart that she was staring straight at the face of a bonafide psychopath.In the year 2016 of January, a mysterious string of murders plagued the Nancaan district of Midas. At least a dozen women in their 20s were claimed by the incident, all with their hearts removed from their chests. Fearing a resurgence of another prolific serial killer along with placating the fears for the start of another slaving ring incident, the authorities launched an investigation about the murders, dubbing it the 'Kardia' incident with the potential suspects being dubbed the same name. Unfortunately, the investigations abruptly came to a halt due to budget cuts, the upcoming mayoral elections, and other external issues. The city of Midas was at the cusp of a major upheaval, even the smallest of actions can irrevocably change the future in unforeseeable ways. With a certain incident still fresh in her mind, Heather went on about her daily life, hoping that another incident won't affect her already miraculous second chance at living a normal life.

Lonan Karran's wealthy life was turned upside down by people's betrayal. And that made him live in contempt of the people. Lonan was humiliated and laughed at. When he was about to die in the pool, a system appeared that allowed him to make a lot of money. [Welcome to the Streaming System!] With the system he had just acquired, his life changed again. It's time to become famous!

Kind and humble Gabriel Sigmund got disowned by his family due to some misunderstandings, which results in him landing in the hands of his vicious in-laws. . The one young man who was born with a gold spoon in his mouth becomes an unpaid slave of his mother-in-law. They make him do all the work and beat him like a stray mule. . Disowned and labeled a murderer. How will Gabriel get back his conglomerate? And how will he fall the people to his feet who wronged him?

Henry Anderson was heartbroken and humiliated by his cheating girlfriend and her lover. But heaven smiled at him when he learnt that his father who he thought was dead, sent him $100 million as his pocket money and begged him to become the CEO of one of his big company in the country. But guess what, that company is also where his ex-girlfriend's lover works. And he is on a mission to make life difficult to everyone that humiliated him. * * * "Your allowance will be transferred to your account soon enough. By that time, you will know that I am not a liar", Christopher said with a bright smile. Ding! Suddenly, Henry's phone received a notification. Apparently, the bank had sent him a message. "Greetings, Mr. Anderson. One hundred million dollars has been deposited into your account. Your new account balance is one hundred million and five dollars." When Henry read the details on the bank application on his phone, his jaw dropped in disbelief. One hundred million dollars is truly deposited in his account. "Is this a dream?"

Jayden hides his identity as the famous conglomerate's heir in order to love the daughter of his family's enemy, Bella. But she betrays him and almost kills Jayden to marry a man who looks richer than him. Jayden decides to take revenge, he returns to his true position and slaps everyone with the fact that he is the richest. Now, Jayden will make Bella regret and marry Bella's younger sister. Jayden will avenge the pain and insults he has received, even though he has to live among the arrogant people in Bella's family.

ELIJAH LAWTON is the disowned son of the powerful and revered CEO of EDEN. He is married to the daughter of one of the most influential families and they mistreat him and have no regard for him. There is a plot to take over his family company and to drive him out of his wife's family. But Elijah will take his revenge on all that have hurt those he loves and take back what is his.

-Ding! [The ultimate game system has been integrated into the host soul] [As a starter package, host can choose one option for free.] *** Authur Maxwell was always treated badly and looked down on by his in-laws and everyone around him. Even his wife disrespected him and humiliated him because he was poor and useless. One day a system called "The Ultimate game system" appeared to him, he had to follow the requirements and then he will be rewarded with a lot of money, fame and power. After getting the " Ultimate game system" his ex-wife Chloe, and her family begged and knelt down before him. Authur became the most influential man in the country. To the people he was a strong, rich and powerful man, but no one knew what happened behind close doors.

Ten years ago, he disappeared silently!... After ten years, the eminent War God, Elijah Silva, returns home to repay Alice for saving his life and to punish those that tried to destroy him. Looking at his wife and a daughter he never knew he had, he made an oath; As long as they were by his side, they would have the entire world in the palm of their hands.

Due to his crippled magicule vein, the defected body of Allastor Frauzz needed to consume more magicules compared to the normal rankers. Because of this disability, he also performs almost three times the usual training of a typical ranker. Having said that, despite his fatigue from the intense training, he didn't expect that his progress to level up would remain slow. He had already made up his mind that night. He would just accept that he wasn't meant to be one of those rankers sitting on top of the food chain. he was not hoping to travel all the continents in Illunor anymore. However, on the same night when he wasn't home, an unknown notorious criminal murders his family. His dream to become strong has been crushed because of his defected body, and now, his family has been taken away from him. On how many tiers can his bad luck reach? His heart has been shattered and turned into ice-cold that night. Finally snapping from the nightmare, he is now walking for merciless revenge. ---- Black Sword and Fragments[Vol. 1: Unforeseen Conspiracy] Book cover--Illustrated by: MarxMade

In the heart of Starcrest City, where power reigns supreme and darkness lurks in the shadows, a lone figure returns from the depths of the unknown. Sullivan, a mysterious and enigmatic figure with a past shrouded in tragedy, emerges as a beacon of hope in a city consumed by corruption. Once a forgotten son, Sullivan's return sends shockwaves through the city's elite, especially the infamous five great families who rule with an iron fist. But Sullivan's arrival isn't just a mere homecoming; it's the beginning of a relentless crusade for justice. With his steadfast resolve, Sullivan sets out to confront the tyranny of the five great families, starting with a daring rescue of Erica, the woman who saved him in his darkest hour. As their bond deepens amidst chaos, Sullivan unveils his true identity as the Dragon General, striking fear into the hearts of those who once believed themselves untouchable. But as alliances shift and betrayal lurks in every corner, Sullivan and Erica find themselves embroiled in a web of deceit and treachery. Unraveling the sinister secrets of the five great families, they uncover a web of corruption that stretches far beyond Starcrest City, threatening to tear apart everything they hold dear. Amidst the turmoil, Sullivan and Erica's love is tested like never before, as they face assassins, political intrigue, and personal loss. As the dust settles and a new order begins to emerge, Sullivan and Erica's journey is far from over. With the birth of their twin boys, they prepare to face a new generation of challenges, knowing that their legacy will endure long after their time. In "Rise of the Great Sullivan," courage, sacrifice, and the power of love collide in an epic tale of redemption and revolution. Are you ready to join the fight?