Hardships

The plot revolves around Vardy, a gamer who faces daily struggles and bullying. Despite his hardships, he finds solace in his favorite RPG game, Rune Quest. When offered the chance to choose his class, he selects Dark Warlock, seeking the power he lacks in real life. As he progresses in the game, he transforms from weak to strong, gaining confidence and resolve. Later, Vardy is enrolled at White Oak Academy, a school for individuals with supernatural abilities. Assigned to the Frame Initiative, a group of students without powers, Vardy faces discrimination and adversity. Alongside his peers, including Luthor, Tracy, Jesse, and Frank, Vardy navigates the challenges of their living conditions and the disdain from students with powers. Despite the harsh treatment, Luthor remains optimistic, while Vardy stays calm and composed. When confronted by students with powers, Vardy displays a surprising level of confidence, earning respect from his peers. As they face adversity together, Vardy and his friends bond over their shared experiences and determination to prove their worth.

Eden, 20 years old, a boy from Mexico city who lives in hardships and misfortunes after Pablo, a Mexican Mafia comes to his life and destroys it. Eden is on the street surrounded by the group of Pablo's bodyguards, getting beaten after he refuses to participate in the MMA underground match which Pablo arranged in order to return his money back after he lost it on betting. The lives of Eden and his family get tougher and tougher everyday until Eden decides to escape Mexico city and goes to the US in order to search for a new peaceful life together with his family. After Eden achieves success in the US, he decides to return back to Mexico city, vowing for revenge for what Pablo has done as a new CEO of Metrodrink Juice factory in Mexico city. The battle between Eden and Pablo gets intense to the higher point after Pablo finds out that Eden got her daughter pregnant while she was still studying in the US. Will Eden accomplish his goal for revenge or will Pablo crush Eden Again?.

In a world cloaked in the illusion of peace and tranquility, danger lurks beneath the surface, hidden from the eyes of the unsuspecting masses. Jeremy, an ordinary individual thrust into extraordinary circumstances, finds himself at the center of a clandestine event orchestrated by beings of unimaginable power. As Jeremy navigates this perilous journey, he discovers dormant abilities lying within himself, waiting to be awakened by the crucible of danger. With each perilous encounter, Jeremy's latent potential unfurls, granting him the mantle of a superhuman. Yet, as Jeremy delves deeper into the shadows of the world, he uncovers unsettling truths about the nature of reality. With newfound clarity, Jeremy resolves to take action against the malevolent forces lurking in the darkness. With his newfound powers and unwavering resolve, Jeremy embarks on a quest to vanquish evil and restore balance to the cosmos. But as he confronts beings of godlike stature and challenges the very fabric of existence, Jeremy must grapple with the moral implications of his actions and the weight of his newfound power. In a world where every victory comes at a cost, Jeremy's attempt to save the world is fraught with peril and sacrifice. As he rises to unimaginable heights of power and prowess, Jeremy must navigate the treacherous waters of morality, facing adversaries who seek to maintain the fragile balance between light and darkness.

Paul Leonard never had life easy for him. His in-laws treated him like a mere peasant and forced him out of his marriage. His wife couldn't bear the sight of him and ridiculed him without mercy. His in-laws could seize the air he breathed if the chance came to them and they decided to frame him for a Ponzi scheme that ultimately saw him sent to prison. Just when Paul started thinking about how prison life was going to look like for him, there was a swift rescue, prompting the start of a turnaround for Paul. Revenge became the name of the game but how far would the burning fire inside of him quench his enemies? How much further can this new zeal take him as he battles personal and ancestral enemies on his way to the top?

Damon and Lily had been married for three years, but they were far from happy. During those three years, Damon worked hard for the family. Despite his hard work, Damon cooked, cleaned, vacuumed, and did all sorts of possible chores, hoping that his wife, Lily, would one day look at him and love him. However, his hope was shattered when Lily admitted to her betrayal and demanded a divorce. As if that was not enough, Tyler, Lily’s lover, sent henchmen to beat him up. While he was being beaten, he heard a sweet, soothing female voice: "Get away from him before I call the police!" Before he lost consciousness, he saw her silhouette.

Russell Bennett, a jobless lover, always got the short end of the stick. He still thought his love would triumph over his poor luck. However, his love then squeezes him like a lemon and drinks his happiness dry and incessantly harrasses him in very many ways. Will he give up fighting, or will he look in the mirror and face the problems? Witness the life of an ordinary young man with an extraordinary future!

🏆 ["Golden Medal" in Sci-Fi Category of "Meganovel Annual Writing Contest 2022"] 🏆 Zeke, a student in the prestigious school known as Erys, is leading a monotonous life in which he is bullied due to his inability to manipulate Aether. However, upon coincidentally seeing a falling red star, his life drastically changed. He was granted the Paths of Extinction System. What was a first a mean to empower himself quickly turned into something beyond his control.

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.

Lucas, a hardworking young man in a difficult financial situation, arrives at his girlfriend Maya's apartment only to discover she's celebrating her birthday—a surprise to him since she claimed she wouldn't be celebrating. They’ve been dating for six months, and Lucas, who has been saving to buy her a gift, feels betrayed by her lie. Maya's friends and guests openly mock Lucas, belittling him as a mere delivery man and questioning why someone like Maya, a Harvard student, would date him. The apartment, which Lucas had rented for her using his hard-earned money, now looks unrecognizable, remodeled with new furniture and decorations, which adds to his confusion and sense of betrayal. During the party, Maya shows a clear preference for Adrian, her wealthy and arrogant boss, who arrives and casually holds her hand. Adrian and Maya’s friends humiliate Lucas further, suggesting he isn’t “good enough” for her. Adrian openly challenges Lucas, offering him a degrading job as a security guard if he licks his shoe, reinforcing the insult to Lucas’s dignity. Despite his heartbreak, Lucas remains silent, painfully realizing that Maya only stayed with him out of pity. Faced with the cruel reality of his girlfriend’s disregard, Lucas’s inner resilience is tested, leaving him humiliated but determined to face the hardships life continues to throw at him.

Johnny Lance was once an ordinary man with an extraordinary sense of responsibility. Growing up in the suburbs of New Veritas, he became the protector and provider for his younger sister, Claire, after their parents’ tragic death. Despite the hardships, Johnny built a modest life with his wife, Elena, and their young daughter, Lily. His dreams were simple: to give his family a better future. But the cracks in his life began to show when he risked everything to start a business with his charismatic best friend, Marcus Blackwood. What began as a partnership built on trust and ambition turned into betrayal. Marcus and Elena’s affair destroyed Johnny’s marriage, and Marcus’s ruthless business tactics forced Johnny out of his own company. Left with nothing—no family, no fortune, and no purpose—Johnny spiraled into despair. He moved into a dingy apartment on the outskirts of New Veritas, drowning in bitterness and regret. His longing to be reunited with his daughter, Lily, was the only light in his dark world. One night, in a drunken and reckless state, Johnny attempted to drive to see Lily, but a devastating car accident left him bleeding out on the brink of death. In his final moments, a mysterious message appeared in his mind: *"The Seven Deadly Sins System of Wealth has chosen you. Do you accept?"* Desperate for any semblance of hope or power, Johnny accepted. The system granted him his first ability: **Greed**, the power to see and manipulate opportunities for personal gain. With this newfound ability, Johnny rose from the ashes of his former life, using the system’s powers to amass unimaginable wealth and influence. His first act of “Greed” involved manipulating a failing stock, turning himself into a millionaire overnight.