Once Bitten Twice Shy

Once, Ethan Ashford gave everything for the woman he loved. In return, she betrayed him. Veronica Harrington secretly gave the resources she took from Ethan to her lover, Damien Blackwood, the so-called Chosen One, the Protagonist, the Child of Luck, or whatever else. While Damien and other protagonists took countless "fortuitous encounters" to become the world's heroes, Ethan became the villain everyone despised. Betrayed and tortured, his family was destroyed, his bloodline exterminated, and he died filled with hatred and regret. But fate wasn't finished with him. Ethan awakened a hundred years in the past, before every tragedy began. And that too with a heaven-defying System, called the Villain System, that could give him rewards for changing his own destiny and destroying these protagonists' fortunes. This time, Ethan knew every opportunity the Chosen Ones would obtain, every scheme hidden in the shadows, and every betrayal waiting for him. Did the Divine Healer descend from the mountains? "I'll steal his inheritance." Is the King of Soldiers returning to reclaim his glory? "I'll crush him before he even rises." The destined Son of Fortune? The Heavenly Genius? The Peerless Sword Saint? I'll take every one of their opportunities and leave them with nothing. "As for the heroines who once stood beside those protagonists... If they deserve redemption, they'll stand by my side instead. If they choose my enemies, they'll share their fate." In this life, Ethan would no longer be the stepping stone beneath the protagonists' feet. He would become the nightmare that hunts every Chosen One. After all... "Who says villains are destined to lose?"

Thousands of years ago, Zephyros Vaelin, the Creator, was betrayed by his subordinate gods. They sealed him in eternal darkness, deeming him a demon. In the present era, the seal has weakened and Zephyros has risen again in a world that has forgotten its true history. He finds that the world he once loved has been corrupted by new gods who worship a false light and are driven by greed. Zephyros's journey is not merely about revenge; it is an effort to reclaim his authority over reality and determine if his creation is worth preserving or if it must be destroyed to make way for a new beginning.

Starting from the destruction of her entire family by the King of Wine, Jing Yue raised her son to become a powerful being with the title of 'Dragon Peak Emperor' only to seek revenge for the destruction of the Jing Family. On the other side, the King of Wine also taught his son to become a knight with the principle of 'Defeating Without Killing'. Once upon a time, the two students met on a hunt. They did not expect that their weapons and knowledge came from the same source. The two of them also try to uncover the secret about the mystery of a pair of 'Golden Dragon Spears' which they both have. Is there a mystery between the two?

He, who surpassed all the ancient Emperors. He, who once held as a supreme being of The immortal Realm. Perished in the middle of nowhere, His Path to God's domain was blocked by The mysterious light not belonging to the Decem-Milia realm or The immortal realm. That mysterious light was not law, intent, or a principle, it was an unnatural force never seen before. After he died in the middle of nowhere, he woke up inside a hospital, on a planet where he used to live before his reincarnation. ------------------------*-----------*--------------------------------- [ ___________________________________________ This art doesn't belong to me, if the owner has any issues please contact me, I will remove it asap. ==================================

Killian Dante sacrificed everything for the woman he loved. He took the fall for a crime he didn’t commit, trading his freedom and innocence for his (Wife) The weak, loyal man who entered Dreadmoo Prison never came back. Years later, an unstoppable force walks free—only to be greeted by divorce papers, the brutal murder of his family, and a web of lies and scandals that destroyed everything he once lived for. Now, there is nothing left to lose. Every betrayal will be repaid. Every lie will be exposed. Every enemy will fall. “They’ll all pay,” Killian swore.

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?

He walks the palace halls wearing a prince’s face and speaks a hero’s words but every night, another body falls but behind his smile lies a blood-drenched secret. They say he came back from a coma. The truth is, he came back from the dead. When Prince Kairo returns from a decade-long coma, the kingdom of Caelwyn rejoices. But their hope is misplaced. Because the man behind the youthful eyes is not the prince. It is his uncle Malrick Vale, a disgraced noble once thought dead who has carved himself into his nephew’s likeness through years of planning and surgical reconstruction. He claims to avenge the friend the crown betrayed. But his true desire is darker. He craves what only power can give him: the freedom to kill whomever he chooses, whenever he desires. The mask of royalty offers protection. The crown offers complete control. Only one woman knows the truth. Sheila Ren, a former maid who narrowly escaped his blade years ago, becomes obsessed with exposing the monster beneath the mask. Alongside Tate Wyvern, a disgraced royal guard tormented by guilt and bound to justice, she risks everything to stop a man who has fooled a kingdom and who will never stop hunting his prey. And they must stop him before he turns the entire kingdom into his hunting ground. Because once he sets his sights on you… you’re already dead. But in a world where mirrors lie and monsters wear crowns, who will the people believe?

In the ruthless world of Cloudbridge City, Jayden Smith's life was a ticking time bomb. Once the pampered son of a wealthy family, his world came crashing down when his father's reputation was shredded by false accusations. Stripped of their wealth, Jayden was forced to eke out a living as a lowly delivery boy, his existence a stark contrast to the opulent lifestyle he once knew. But Jayden's burdens were twofold. His girlfriend, the love of his life, had been secretly plotting against him, her affections bought by the son of the man who'd destroyed his family. The sting of betrayal cut deep, and on the day he discovered her treachery, Jayden's world imploded. Beaten and left for dead in a sordid alley, he was given a second chance when the Infinite Wealth System awakened within him. "[System Activation Complete!] Congratulations, Jayden Smith. You have been chosen as the Host of the Infinite Wealth System. Now let's fix your miserable life!" With this newfound power, Jayden's transformation began. The System propelled him into a world of high-stakes missions, where the line between success and disaster was razor-thin. But the rewards were life-changing: untold wealth, unparalleled power, and the tools to exact a calculated revenge on those who'd wronged him. As Jayden navigates this treacherous new world, he'll uncover hidden truths about his family's past, confront the masterminds behind his downfall, and ignite a firestorm of vengeance that will shake Cloudbridge City to its foundations. The question is: will he emerge as the master of his fate, or will the ruthless world of the elite consume him whole?

Soren Whitaker gave everything to his wife's family. He worked for them. Protected them. Risked his life for them. When the apocalypse turned the world into a wasteland, he thought the Harringtons would finally see him as family. He was wrong. When their supplies ran low, they traded his life for the resources they needed. Soren died knowing the people he had sacrificed everything for had never valued him. Then he opened his eyes. Three months before the apocalypse. With the memories of his first life intact, Soren refuses to repeat the same mistakes. He cuts ties with the Harringtons, abandons the man they once controlled, and begins preparing for the end of the world. But this time, fate gives him something he never possessed before. A mysterious spatial ability. With an endless storage space, Soren begins stockpiling everything he will need to survive the coming apocalypse. Food, medicine, equipment, and resources disappear into a space no one else can access. He knows when the apocalypse will begin. He knows what will happen. He knows who will betray him. Or at least, he thought he did. The future begins changing. Disasters arrive earlier than expected. Someone else appears to know what is coming. Strange messages reveal secrets about Soren's death, while something mysterious waits inside his spatial ability. And the Harringtons, who once traded his life for supplies, are coming for him again. This time, Soren won't be their sacrifice. He'll be the one deciding who survives.

The keeper then looked at James and asked, "Isn't that the thief from earlier?" "I once learned from a man skilled in shipbuilding that if you flip a boat upside down it makes a great roof," he said. "I’ll remember that, help yourself to a room and a meal." "He is; would it be okay for him to spend the night in my room? And eat with me?” "Why would you believe a thief?" “I would,” “You may do as you wish, but I’m holding you accountable if anything of mine goes missing in the night,” and “Agreed” are all responses. After that, a bartender brought him and James their food to a table.