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Synopsis: "From Historian to Tycoon" is a captivating tale of Scrooge McDuck, a renowned historian who meets an untimely demise only to be reborn as the sixth son of the McDuck family in 1859 Vermont. This twist of fate plunges Scrooge into a world vastly different from his own time, one marked by the grim realities of a society where workers' lives are undervalued. As Scrooge grows up in the McDuck household, he finds himself disconnected from his siblings, unable to relate to their simpler aspirations and limited worldview. With his vast knowledge from the 21st century, Scrooge perceives those around him as "slightly clever monkeys," a perspective that distances him from his family and makes it challenging to forge meaningful connections. However, as Scrooge matures, he begins to comprehend the immense wealth that could be amassed in this era of burgeoning industrialization. Fueled by a desire to engrave his name in the annals of history and a determination to rise above his familial limitations, Scrooge embarks on a relentless pursuit of wealth and power. Driven by an unparalleled work ethic and cunning intellect, Scrooge starts his entrepreneurial endeavors, capitalizing on the opportunities presented by the Gilded Age. He builds a vast financial empire, amassing an unimaginable fortune and becoming the wealthiest person in the history of the world. As Scrooge's wealth accumulates, he faces a profound internal conflict. The power and influence he wields begin to impact his relationships with his family, particularly his brothers and sisters, whom he has never truly connected with. Scrooge's relentless pursuit of wealth threatens to overshadow the importance of familial bonds and compassion, leading him to grapple with the moral implications of his actions. Throughout the story, Scrooge encounters various trials and tribulations, from financial crises to personal tragedies, all of which force him to confront the consequences of his ambition. Along the way, he meets individuals who challenge his perception of humanity and help him realize the true value of empathy and human connection. "From Historian to Tycoon" explores the profound impact of wealth on an individual's psyche and relationships. It delves into themes of greed, family dynamics, and the transformative power of self-reflection. Will Scrooge McDuck find redemption and learn to embrace the importance of compassion, or will he succumb to the allure of his vast fortune and become forever isolated from those who love him?

Tired of her stressful life in States, Jeacelle decided to go back to her grandparent's hometown to start anew. Little did she know, going back there will turn her world upside down upon meeting a weird guy in the cafe who happens to be a link to the missing piece of her life.

SCRIBU is a real person, seemingly an ordinary 26-year-old. Except she dreams SKAL's schemes. And he's the Chief Demon and destroyer. Know more about this Dream Warrior.

Emerald died in that mansion. Crystal went in coma after moving in that mansion. What will Chris do........

Mencari jati diri serta arti kehidupan dengan menjelajahi dunia yang asing adalah pilihan terakhir bagi Izriel yang tak kurang apapun. Kekuatan, kekayaan, kekuasaan sudah ia miliki tanpa sengaja dan ia ingin mencari tau apa artinya.

A house where those who enter, never set foot in the outside world again, for once you've gotten in, there is no such thing of getting out. *A/N: This is a story I made back in year 7 (6th grade), so I apologise in advance for how jumpy, short and cliché the storyline is. Read at your own discretion lmao.

There is an official translation here in webnovel.

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A College Love Story... Journey Augustine is a 19yr old college freshman at the Kenya Cambridge Academy. She works online in her dorm. She gets average grades, but hates tuning into classes. They bore her, but she finds a way to catch up with the lesson. The only class she enjoys is Art. One day, she finally attends her first period class, and she spots one kid. His names Aaron, everyone talks about him around the dorms, and not in a good way. They talk about how nerdy he is, and how he’s pretty much a wimp. But she sees him, and he looks kinda hot. She’s no simp, but will she keep this up for long? Aaron is a 20yr old college freshman at the Kenya Cambridge Academy. He’s a secretive student with regrets. Especially with his dad. His father has done some pretty messed up things, and Aaron doesn’t want to be apart of that. If Aaron tells anyone about what his dad has done, he’ll be killed. He tries to hide everything, even his last name, but when he meets the love of his life, will he be able to hide it for long?

Anne merasa lelah tak pernah diakui oleh Jovan, berkat hubungan backstreet yang ia setujui dengan mudah, ia terus merasa tersakiti. Apakah Jovan tak mencintainya lagi? Atau dari awal ia tak memiliki rasa? Inilah yang ia takutkan dari sahabat menjadi cinta, mereka akan berpisah jika bosan, bukan hanya kekasih, ia harus kehilangan sahabat. Keadaan kian keruh karena Aura yang terus mengejar Jovan, serta lelaki itu yang tidak pernah tegas menolak padahal ia memiliki Anne yang jelas-jelas adalah kekasihnya, walau disembunyikan. Hingga Anne meminta untuk putus, ia merasa harus mengakhiri kebodohan karena cinta. Ditengah rasa kecewanya, ketiga sahabatnya merencanakan pergi camping bersama. Awalnya semua baik-baik saja, bahkan Anne sangat bahagia dapat menjauh dari Jovan dan bersenang-senang dengan sahabatnya. Tapi siapa sangka, camping yang harusnya membahagiakan, malah menghadirkan petaka yang penuh dengan teriakan, tangis dan penyesalan. "Sakit.... aku ingin pulang!"