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The Guardian and the Archon: The Cursed Shadow In the city of Tenebrous, where magic converge, a young apprentice named Kael Darkhaven discovers he's the chosen one, destined to unravel the mysteries of the elusive shadow. The dark entity known only as Umbra or the devourer has haunted the city for years, leaving chaos and destruction in its wake. As Kael delves deeper into the mysteries of Umbra, he uncovers a web of secrets and lies that threaten his very existence. Guided by his enigmatic mentor, Caleb Thorne, Kael must navigate the treacherous world of Tenebrous, where powerful corporations and organizations wield control. With stakes escalating, Kael faces a maelstrom of forces vying for control of Umbra's power. The Archon, a mysterious figure shrouded in shadow, seems to manipulate the strings from behind the scenes, but their true intentions remain unknown. At every turn, Kael edges closer to the truth, yet the shadows deepen, and the line between reality and illusion blurs. Can he triumph over the darkness within and without, or will the shadow consume him, forever trapping Tenebrous in eternal darkness? I attest that "The Guardian and the Archon: The Cursed Shadow" is an original work, and any similarities to existing works are unintentional.

The grand hall of the Phoenix family estate was filled with people, all waiting with baited breath for the arrival of the exiled grandson. Finally, the doors at the far end of the room swung open and the crowd erupted into cheers and applause as Nicholas strode confidently into the room. He was tall and mysterious, with an air of authority that overwhelmed everyone present. He wore a diamond encrusted face mask which only had two openings revealing his piercing blue eyes. His dark hair was styled in a sleek, modern cut, and he wore a tailored suit that showed off his broad shoulders and athletic build. As he made his way through the crowd, people reached out to touch him, as if to confirm that he was real. He was Lord Fitzpatrick favorite grandson, returned from exile after three years of being away from his family and his home. The family conference meeting was held in the grand dining hall of the family's estate. The tables and chairs had been pushed to the sides of the room, leaving a clear space in the center. The entire family, including his parents, aunts, uncles, stepmother's, concubines and cousins, had gathered and were now kneeling on the ground, their heads bowed in shame. Nicholas stood in the center of the room, looking down at his family with a mixture of shock and confusion. He had been falsely accused of poisoning his late grandfather and had been shunned by his family for three years. These people bowing before him were the ones who casted him away, made him an outsider. Now he was going to be their Lord and master. At the front of the room, The family's patriarch, his father stepped forward and knelt down on the floor. "Welcome home, our Lord."

“How could you Jack, how could you bring such disgrace to me and my family?” Jack’s wife berated him after setting him up with drugs. “Move it, you asshole!” The corrupt cops bundled Jack into their van and took him away. For days, Jack was beaten and tortured for something he did not do, until he was finally tricked into signing his divorce papers. His in-laws rejoiced greatly. They had sent their live-in son-in-law to prison, an ordinary Jack Bolton, but when he came out and reunited with his estranged family, he became their nemesis, THE UNSTOPPABLE JACK BOLTON.

Rejection has a scent and Christian has basked in it too long. Exiled at the age of 18 from his family's empire and then served divorce papers over a candlelight dinner just as he passes trial, he believes his life is a tale of hurt and betrayal. With an ex-wife trying to climb the social ladder at all costs and an identity he struggles to keep secret, Christian faces disdain and contempt among his ex-in-laws, ex-wife, and her newfound associates. Accused of molestation and almost arrested, Christian learns the hard way that love doesn't always triumph. But how long can he hide his worth or keep his family and company away from the crowd who sees him as a nobody? How long until he has to let the world know him for the heir he truly is? Will he reclaim his dignity or has that ship long sailed?

Gerald losts everyone he loved to his enemies... He was beaten and treated like trash, even his wife spat over his face and divorced him while his child died, although this wasn't the unknown man's end as the universe gives him a system force which causes him to be a young master, and it becomes even more hotter accepts his inheritance being the heir of the richest incorporation in the world.

The weak and poor nerd. That’s the nickname of Rex Hart, a talented and hardworking young man, but bullied by people for being poor. They never imagined that he was the heir to a super-rich family. After enduring the humiliation, Rex decided not to hide anymore and reveal his true identity to the world!

Orphaned and mistreated, Darius West lives a life of relentless struggles until he crosses paths with a tragic beauty. He rescues her, falls deeply in love, and they marry. Yet, her heart remains cold, her affection never kindled. In a moment marred by bitterness and harsh words, Lydia coldly ends their marriage. "Here, take this," she sneers, throwing the divorce papers at him. "I'm done with you, pauper. I never should have married a worthless bastard like you. I regret the day I ever laid eyes on you." Heartbroken yet defiant, he vows, "One day, Lydia, you'll see the value of what you've discarded. And don't expect mercy then." Just as despair seems to have the final say, fate intervenes with an unexpected situation that changes everything—revealing him as the heir to the wealthiest man on the planet. With newfound wealth and power at his fingertips, he embarks on a journey of retribution. "I've been through hell and back," he declares, "but now, I've got the power to turn the tables. I'll make those who mistreated me beg for mercy. It's time for payback, and I'm ready to collect."

In the sprawling city of aspirations, Liam is a young man with dreams as high as the towering skyscrapers. Working from dawn till dusk to pay his dues and support his family. One fateful night, bruised and battered, Liam returns to his tiny apartment that night, only to collapse at his doorstep. Little does he know, his life is on the brink of an extraordinary transformation. A mysterious notification materializes out of thin air, introducing him to the enigmatic "Merchant System." Follow Liam's journey as he navigates an unexpected realm of quests and challenges, leveraging his newfound abilities to embark on a quest for self-discovery, respect, and an opportunity to rewrite the narrative that has confined him. "The Unadorned Sovereign" is a tale of resilience and the unbreakable spirit of a young man determined to defy the odds, even in a world where the rules seem unfairly stacked against him.

Andrew had to endure the bad things in his life; being betrayed by his girlfriend, bullied, and living a miserable life since childhood. But, everything changed when his family's ancestral necklace give him power and revealed the true story.

A once-in-a-lifetime chance to save a loved one on their deathbed. All they had to do was complete a series of games and prioritize their loved ones on a Donor list. But the games were not as simple or innocent as they had imagined, and they soon discovered that a lot of blood had to be sacrificed in order to secure that spot. Will they continue to play for the sake of their loved ones, or will they give up and face the consequences?