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"They called me trash. They called me a sacrifice. Now, I will call myself their God." In his earlier days, Kael led elite troops - fierce, unshakable till the very last breath. Yet that devotion got twisted into deceit. His own bosses handed him over; missiles tore through him while rage roared inside his chest. Yet dying wasn’t the finish. Kael wakes up inside Kaelen Vance - once the shamed third heir of a top martial bloodline. Out here, power rules; Kaelen had none - he couldn’t channel energy at all. His siblings tormented him nonstop until his cousin killed him just to steal his birthright. One heart, tied by a twist of deceit - yet both walking the same path. A bond broken before it even began. Right when Kael gets ready to battle his way free from hell, a robotic voice echoes inside his head - Welcome, Host - the God-Slayer System just powered up Using the System, Kaelan’s weak body changes fast - suddenly strong. The Ancient Dragon Body awakens, making stuck energy paths pump raw strength nonstop. Now he spots enemy details at a glance, grabs epic skills almost instantly. Killing foes pushes him higher, each battle adding power bit by bit. The family that turned their back on him? They’ll bow down. His cousin - the one who ended his life? Blood will answer for it. As for the so-called gods running everything? They’re marked now. Starting from the bottom world up to the top god realms, Kaelen moves forward - cold, focused. Survival isn't enough; instead, he takes control by force. This isn't about some brave savior fixing everything. Nah, this one’s about a ruler who just claimed it all instead.

In a land ruled by strength and bloodlines, Alan Smith is a nobody, an orphan who can’t awaken any power. But fate twists violently the day he uncovers a forbidden relic buried by his vanished parents: the Heart of Nihros. What begins as a desperate journey to survive spirals into a destiny that threatens the balance of the entire realm. Alan learns the secrets of healing lost to time, the art of war drawn from gods, and chaos magic that should not exist. He gathers allies, makes enemies, and discovers that the world itself is a story being written, and he’s not supposed to be the hero. From weakest to warlord. From healer to harbinger. From forgotten to god.

"Shadow of the Alpha" is a thrilling tale that follows the journey of Michael and Sarah, two determined individuals who find themselves entangled in a web of darkness and ancient powers. Set in a city plagued by mysterious murders and supernatural occurrences, the story delves into the depths of human courage, the enduring strength of the human spirit, and the triumph of light over darkness. Michael, a seasoned detective with a unique supernatural gift, is assigned to investigate the grisly murders that have plagued the city. As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers a malevolent force lurking in the shadows, orchestrating the chaos. Determined to confront the darkness, Michael channels his extraordinary abilities, bracing himself for the battle that lies ahead. Sarah, a brilliant scholar and expert in occult studies, becomes an unexpected ally for Michael. Drawn together by their shared determination to uncover the truth, they embark on a perilous journey, unearthing ancient prophecies and delving into forbidden realms of knowledge. Along the way, they encounter secret societies, face their own inner demons, and confront the malevolent Alpha, a powerful force that threatens to engulf the city in eternal darkness. As the clock ticks and the body count rises, Michael and Sarah must navigate treacherous paths, both physical and metaphysical, to unravel the mystery behind the Alpha's power. Their unwavering belief in the triumph of light drives them forward, as they inspire the city's inhabitants to stand against the encroaching darkness. The story explores the deep bond between Michael and Sarah as they face unimaginable challenges together. Their partnership evolves from cautious trust to unwavering solidarity, as they draw strength from each other and their shared mission to protect the innocent from the chilling grip of the Alpha.

"We'd like you to come with us to the station immediately," Vanessa's heart began to beat faster, "I don't understand," she said, "What for?" "Mrs Spencer, you're wanted as a prime suspect in the murder of your husband, Mr Christopher Wesley. You need to come with us to the station for questioning. You have the right to remain silent. Anything you do or say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be provided for you. I suggest you don't try to resist. Do you understand the rights I have just read to you?" Vanessa's jaw dropped. Christopher was dead! It was impossible to believe. She'd just spoken to him that afternoon. It had to be a mistake. She nodded, "I…. I…. I need to call my lawyer," she said, when she finally found her tongue," "Ma'am, you can do that at the station. Turn around, please," —----------- Politician and governorship candidate, Christopher Wesley is dead; shot in the head right in his own house. The killer is unknown, but the police have a suspect —his estranged wife, Vanessa Spencer Detective Alaric Harper and his partner are placed in charge of this case and at first Alaric is certain that Vanessa had killed her husband. Her motive? He's not sure of. When Vanessa begins to get calls from an unknown person wanting money he claims Christopher had stolen, Alaric has no choice but to accept that their killer is yet to be found. He is determined to get to the bottom of this case and he's sure that he will, but one thing he never expected — falling for Vanessa.

Ding-! [Congratulations! You have been awarded the title of 'The First Person from Another World'!] [Congratulations! You have acquired the title of 'Owner of the Ancient Emperor's Secret Palace'!] [The Dual Gates you entered have been identified as yours!] [All the belongings in this Palace are yours, Master!] That's what Igarashi Kazuki heard, a man who was mocked and cast aside by his family and even the world due to his chubby and ugly appearance when he opened the extraordinary Dual Gates in his ancestral warehouse. He discovered a mysterious gateway that led him to a new world full of unimaginable possibilities. Through the Dual Gates, Kazuki obtained an AI System that helped him train and evolve into a stronger, smarter, and more cunning individual. Seeking revenge was not the only thing he did, a red thread guided him and destiny bound him to keep moving towards unlimited heights. However, his journey would not be an easy one, as there were many tigers and dragons lying dormant in both worlds that Kazuki had to fight in order to achieve all his ambitions with the thread of destiny guiding him. With colossal battles, a tantalizing love story, cunning political games, and power struggles, ambitiously aiming to become the CEO of a world-class company and participating in global geopolitics, creating many new innovations for the world, Kazuki will embark on an extraordinary adventure where he will face unexpected challenges and obstacles in his quest to conquer both worlds. How will Kazuki face it all? Will he become the best with all the desired endings and shape the future of all living beings in both worlds as he wishes, or will he be crushed by the challenges and formidable enemies that lie ahead? ******* This is Fantasy story, unrelated to reality.

He gave up everything for love. Once a rising professional with a brilliant future, Ethan Hale abandoned his high-paying career to support his wife’s ambition. While he became a full-time father and the silent backbone of their household, she built a powerful company—using his sacrifices as stepping stones. On the night her company goes public, Ethan prepares a candlelit celebration. Instead, he discovers the truth: his wife is having an affair with a younger subordinate. Before he can confront her, he is betrayed, cornered, and killed—his death erased as an unfortunate accident. But fate is not finished with him. Ethan opens his eyes to find himself reborn on the very day her company goes public, with full memory of his past life. This time, the cold dinner, the incriminating video, and the betrayal no longer break him—they awaken something far more dangerous. Calm, calculated, and merciless, Ethan exposes the affair, demands a divorce, and reclaims everything he once gave up. Using his future knowledge, he re-enters the ruthless business world, dismantling empires, manipulating markets, and turning former allies into enemies. As his power grows, so do the stakes. Hidden enemies emerge. Another reborn manipulator lurks in the shadows. The cost of changing fate begins to exact a brutal price. And when his revenge threatens the very people he wants to protect, Ethan must confront the truth he never faced in his first life: Is winning worth losing his humanity? Caught between love and vengeance, power and responsibility, Ethan must decide whether his second life will be ruled by hatred or forged into something greater. This is not just a story of revenge. It is a story about second chances, the price of power, and choosing the future you deserve.

Takumi Asano, a painter from Kyoto, Japan, had copied tens of thousands of Vincent van Gogh's oil paintings. One day, he traveled through time to Arles, a small town in Provence, France, just before Christmas in 1888. It could be said to be time travel, or rather, arriving in a parallel universe. There, he became Marcel Duval, a 20-year-old local "chimney boy". Right in front of him unfolded one of the most famous tragedies in art history: the impoverished and down-and-out Van Gogh, holding a razor, was pointing it at his left ear! — "Mr. Van Gogh! Put down the razor!" — "Tell Armand... I'll cut off my ear and give it to him right away!" Was there actually an untold secret behind Van Gogh's ear-severing incident? — "Keep it, and it will bring you more and greater works!" — "You're absolutely crazy! Who are you?" — "I'm your top-tier manager!" Years later, the Parisian art circle had undergone earth-shattering changes. Van Gogh, who had grown into a great master, no longer had darkness in his eyes: "Marcel, it really was a good idea to keep my ear. Without you, none of this would have been possible!" Takumi Asano, once a lowly copyist trapped in drudgery, had now become Marcel, the world's "Godfather of Art". He smiled and raised his glass: "Come to my Provence manor this summer. I've planted a vast sunflower field—tens of thousands of mu—just for you... By the way, would you like to see my new paintings?" 【Time-Travel Redemption + Underdog's Rise + Rewriting History】! Click to read, and join Van Gogh in defying fate to turn the tide, lighting up the stars on the canvas!

Dying on Earth as a forgotten man, Marcus Grey’s story should have ended in an alley. But destiny had other plans. Reborn in a world ruled by magic, monsters, and systems Marcus awakens as a poor child named “Ragmuffin.” Yet deep within, his spirit still burns. He’s fought this battle across lifetimes. This time, he’ll win. In the Random World, every act earns experience, every bond grants power and every life is a gamble against Fate itself. With a team forged from loyalty, loss, and love, Marcus must rise from nothing, defy a god, and reclaim his destiny.

SYNOPSIS He was once a god of war who ruled at the pinnacle of the world, but one mistake almost cost him his life. Logan was able to escape the clutches of death but lost his memories in return. Living an ordinary life like everyone else, was all he wanted until he got entangled with a beautiful woman with whom he spent a passionate night, and ended up getting married to her. He was looked down upon by his wife and her family, but little did they know that he was a god of war, and at the mention of his name, cities and towns would fall to their knees! I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com.

A travel through time and space. Those who question the reality and where they really belong to. The ones who've travelled not only by mind, but by body to different realities - how did they manage? Did they recall it all upon return? The story of the ones who went through the different parallels, living lives and coming back, switching into new self, boosting knowledge... But facing the throwback of pain and loss of those who are loved. She is deemed a Witch. He seeks for her real self through the many dimensions, trying to unravel the hidden secrets, using means of war, power and strength. But that's not all to the story. There is way more at play.