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In the desolate urban sprawl, there existed a boy named Steven – a name as commonplace as the concrete beneath his worn-out shoes. His figure, terribly slender, bore the weight of days without sustenance, a stark reflection of the harsh life within the shadows of the towering skyscrapers. His disheveled appearance spoke of deprivation; his clothing, little more than rags haphazardly sewn together, clung to his meager frame. Steven's features, though obscured by grime, revealed a haunting contrast. His black hair, adorned with a few rebellious red strands, framed a face marked by hardship. His pupils, black with a faint but discernible red tint, mirrored the desolation etched into his soul. Staring into the familiar darkness that enveloped his existence, Steven couldn't help but voice the silent question that echoed in his mind, "When is this going to end?" The abyss, seemingly attuned to his despair, responded with a transformative touch. The surroundings, once stagnant and oppressive, began to shift and change before him, trapping him in a perpetual cycle of witnessing his own tragic past unfold. Transported back to the age of six, Steven found himself amidst the warmth of familial joy, his parents' and his own expressions radiating happiness. Yet, even in the midst of this fleeting respite, the relentless cycle persisted, as if destiny reveled in replaying the moments that fueled the flames of his recurrent nightmares. Fighting against the inexorable pull of his haunting memories, Steven, like a slum-bound ghost, yearned for an end to the perpetual loop. The city's towers cast long shadows over his struggle, and the contrast between the opulence above and his desolation below fueled his determination for a better life. In the midst of this dire reality, Steven's path took an unexpected turn when he made the resolute decision to enlist in the military. The armed forces, a gateway to opportunity and escape from the slum's oppressive grasp, promised a chance to break free from the shackles of his impoverished past. Little did Steven know that his journey would extend far beyond the familiar streets of the slums. The military, equipped with advanced technology and knowledge of other dimensions, opened doors to realms previously unimaginable. As he explored new universes and studied the cosmic mysteries, Steven's quest for a better life evolved into a cosmic odyssey, challenging not only the limits of his physical existence but also the boundaries of reality itself. Throughout this transformative journey, Steven, emotionally reserved and scarred by the echoes of his past, found solace in the bonds forged amidst the trials of the military. Trust and love became the cornerstones of his emotional awakening, as he learned to unveil the layers of vulnerability hidden beneath his stoic exterior. As Steven navigates the interwoven tapestry of action, tragedy, romance, sci-fi, adventure, and dimensions, the narrative expands to reflect the complexity of his existence. The story, no longer confined to the limitations of the slums, becomes a symphony of emotions, echoing the resilient spirit of a young man determined to transcend the shadows of his past and embrace the limitless possibilities that unfold across the cosmic expanse.

Chastine Aphrodite Reign is the only member of the long-forgotten Wood Clan to enroll in a prestigious university known for its elemental users. While the major clans—Fire, Water, Air, Earth, and Dark—are admired and feared, the Wood Clan has faded into obscurity after hiding for over 50 years. Once a formidable power, their legacy has been overshadowed and forgotten. Determined to restore her clan’s former glory, Chastine faces derision and is labeled as a coward from a weaker clan. To reclaim their honor and erase their tarnished reputation, she must rise above and defeat the most powerful members of the major clans. Through sheer strength and determination, Chastine aims to prove the Wood Clan’s worth and return them to their rightful place among the strongest.

Apex suddenly discovered that the PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds he played was different from others! He can find Pieces of various colors in the game, and after using them, they can be turned into abilities, attributes, talents, money, antiques, even medicines, exercises, and so on! Relying on constantly picking up pieces in the game, Jiang Siming completed a life counterattack and made a fortune! “The enemies are coming Apex!” “Wait, I’ll go to the other side of the sea to pick up something!” “I’ve been beaten, come to help me with a gun, Apex!” “You hold on first, I’ll go find something and come back soon!” “How fast?” “Don't worry, Around the map and I'll come back. You can read the MTL version in the website below. https://www.mtlnovel.com/im-picking-up-pieces-in-pubg/

Dirge Cresta, youngest brother of the two most powerful Alphas in the Shifter Federation, is thrilled with his life over two years after Hades’ death. He’s only missing one thing–a mate. Then, his ally wood elf Princess Thessalia shows up in his kingdom with her best friend to find a plant and make a potion that could allow them to travel more outside their sacred groves. Thessalia, however, isn't just there for the plant–she's fleeing a forced marriage by hiding out in the shifter lands, safe with the Crestas. Being hunted, she must hide as a shifter to find the plant–in just three weeks. As Thessalia and Dirge, with the help of the Crestas, try to find the plant, they discover a shocking plot that could threaten not only the wood elves' but also doom Dirge and Thessalia's budding romance. Will Dirge and Thessalia find the plant and find love as fated mates before it’s too late? The Alpha’s Little Brother Loves a Wood Elf by Amanda Madden, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

In future earth, where humanity awakened to magic and superpowers because of a strange wish-granting artifact, the strong and wealthy enter a fierce competition to claim the artifact and rule the world. Meanwhile, Adam King, a recent orphan living in New York City, is leading a life full of suffering and hardship. Bullied by his classmates and abandoned by his relatives, he lives life on the sideline. But, one day, [Congratulations! You awakened the Akashic system.] A single notification turns Adam's world upside down. Using the power of the system, the young man ventures into the world to uncover its secrets and change his destiny. [I do not own the cover of the story. If you know the artist, please contact me on discord Yoroshee#6091 to give them credit.] ____________ Bonus chapters: 100 powerstones= 1 chapter 300 powerstones= 2 chapters 500 powerstones= 3 chapters I will upload the bonus chapter(s) on Sunday.

“...If I hadn't drunk so much, I wouldn't have made a mistake like you" “...A good for nothing bastard" “...Jason isn't your true father" ____________________________ Kevin was a 'mistake'. A bastard made by his father after drinking too much alcohol. He was killed by that father with a kitchen knife. What a pathetic way to die, right? However his lucky gods smiled at him and he was reincarnated as the second prince of an empire in a fantasy world. Glacier empire. Though he's the second prince, it doesn't mean he's not a candidate for the throne, know why? He has the long lost magical affinities of Time and Space and an ever evolving system! His new father is an angel and his mother a human. You think they're not special? His father is a god and his mother comes from a clan of legendary system holders. Kevin is thrown into a bunch of plot twists and turns. Never relenting with his four teammates. They overcome everything. Though there are more people in the team later on, these four are inseparable. He fights gods despite being a demo god and takes them down. A legendary god slayer. However, life is not as easy as he thinks. He won't be some main character who slashes every enemy and leave unscathed because there were far more greater entities that were involved in his reincarnation. __________________________________ ---- The mc isn't your type of 'very nice guy'. He's cruel but not too much even as a kid. ---- Discord server link - https://discord.gg/a5zUQbMZg4 ---- My discord ID - Kelvar ---- Book cover is mine ---- 1-3 chapters a day

In every world we see that power is the source for everything Power is present in novels which have romance and power is present in novels and comics which are based on it. When power is devided it gave rise to certain loopholes. Those loopholes in terms gives rise to a a power check between the ruler and ruled. Everything the ruler says is right and the ruled are the ones to bow before the will. 'Secrets ' a mysterious word that is their in every world , the thing which make the rich more richer by giving them the power to control the rest . Planet Liva is no different from that game. The power abuse gave rise to a protestant class will their leader be able to turn tables or will he become one of them,The association that our protagonists will face and how their fate will entagle with each other further and many secrets will be revealed.

Jennifer and her best friend Noah started their senior year in high school with a plan to have loads of fun. But some events of past comes back to haunt the residents of Evergreen Wood. Their friends start to get branded by an anonymous. Her friends become strangers. Everyone becomes a suspect. Everyone has motives. As days pass by, Jennifer faces some horrible truths. Will she find herself among friends again?

----------------------------------------------------------- It is a story about a young orphan boy but who inherited the power of the ancient hero god(self proclaimed god), this world is already nearing it's ending, humans greed won't be subdued by anything, and the great calamity once again going to befall upon humans. It will be a great test for their persistence, yet the responsible heroes are playing cards, gambling for entertainment, would humanity survive? will it go back to normal like before cataclysm? hope is a sin for ordinary people... "Wait did I inherit who's inheritance? isn't he the greatest *beep* equal? "what? he is stronger than S class and control *beep* authority?" "He will be the one who can win the final battle and decide the fate of the earth, our final hero! our final hope...." "I will end this war..." He who is the last hope of humanity, a hero who would save the world? time is the only thing can answer this question.... ------------------------------------------------------------ This story has no System, only status window and it is not leveling up in traditional sense, stats will only increased by training or breaking through by external medicines or elixirs or items. ------------------------------------------------------------ Dear readers kindly comment anything in the comment section, it is lonely, to the point I would rather welcome disses openly about this story ------------------------------------------------------------- contact: E-Mail: myriadlion@gmail.com

Slow and Exciting Story about Wood Golem Journey to Heaven