Betrayal
Crown of Thorns
Visit Crown of ThornsThe person who was locked away inside the thorn-covered tower was not a princess, but a witch who employed the powers of darkness.
A brave young hero came searching for the tower in order to kill the witch.
– Light would force the darkness to recede, and grant it eternal rest
The witch wished.
That things would end with, ‘and the hero lived happily ever after killing the witch,’ like in the fairy tales.
And so, she had devised everything to happen in accordance to her wishes.
But the boy, who had grown up in but no time at all, would make the unfamiliar face of man’s from time to time.
“You want me to kill you? ……Do you really think I’ll let you go?”
Reality was very different from the fairy tales.
“The people don’t know of the precious treasure locked away in the tower.
I won’t let anyone else have this god given treasure, this crown of god surrounded by thorns that no one else could recognize.”
The hero gave the witch a slow and deep kiss.
“I am the true victor, and no one else.”
The Damned Demon
Visit The Damned DemonOnce a Hero... Now a Demon.
The strongest Hero in history defeated the Demon King, ending the reign of the most powerful demon ever known. His name was celebrated as the savior of humanity.
But betrayal came from those he trusted most: His lover, his friends, and the very organization he fought for. They plotted against him, trapped him, and left him to die.
He perished as a Hero... only to awaken as a Demon.
Reborn in the body of a demon noble, he makes a shocking discovery: he is the husband of the Demon Queen herself. Yet life in the Demon Realm is anything but peaceful. Schemes, enemies, and hidden dangers lurk in every shadow.
Now, armed with his former strength and a burning desire for revenge, he will rise again, but this time as the greatest demon to ever live!
Will he claim his vengeance and carve his name into history once more? Read on and find out!
Because Janitor-san Is Not a Hero
Visit Because Janitor-san Is Not a HeroA certain girl genius with more power than knowledge accidentally summoned dozens of students and teachers into a dangerous world filled with beasts and magic, but the protagonist isn’t a student or the homeroom teacher… it’s the janitor.
At the time of their summoning, the students and teachers each gained a power formed from their soul, but not the janitor. As the janitor was about to be bestowed with a power that would protect him, his power was forcibly taken from him by an arrogant student. Having gone three years without a contract extension, he failed to get a job after having graduated from a third-rate university. Somehow he is still a contractor at 25 years old and was a janitor for 2 years, with a take-home monthly salary of less than ¥120,000. From a society that rejected him, he was thrust into a world that rejected him. And what janitor-san wished from the Goddess who took pity on him was…
Reverend Insanity
Visit Reverend InsanityFang Yuan, a ruthless cultivator reborn 500 years into the past, is determined to rewrite his fate. Armed with centuries of wisdom and a legendary Gu worm, he embarks on a relentless quest for power and immortality. In a world where only the strong survive, Fang Yuan will stop at nothing for his goal. Betrayal, bloodshed, and dark secrets await those who dare cross his path.
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Plot and Themes:
Reverend Insanity distinguishes itself with a compelling narrative and a protagonist who defies traditional moral boundaries. Fang Yuan, a ruthless and calculating antihero, relies on cunning, manipulation, and sheer willpower to survive and thrive in a brutal cultivation world. Reincarnated with the knowledge of his previous life, he uses his foresight to outmaneuver powerful enemies and complex situations. The story explores dark themes such as ambition, survival, and the rejection of conventional morality, set against a backdrop of magical creatures, political intrigue, and relentless power struggles among clans and sects.
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Protagonist:
Fang Yuan is portrayed as a cold, highly intelligent schemer who views others as instruments for achieving his goals. Unbound by morality or sentiment, he consistently prioritizes efficiency and survival over empathy. His interactions with other key figures, such as the powerful and unpredictable Bai Ning Bing, or Gu Yue Mo Ran, who represents a rare thread of emotional tension in his otherwise detached existence, add layers of complexity to his character. These relationships are rarely straightforward; they often culminate in intense conflicts and dramatic confrontations that highlight the brutal nature of the world and Fang Yuan’s unwavering pursuit of power.
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Writing Style and Reception
Gu Zhen Ren’s writing is distinguished by its meticulous detail and vivid worldbuilding, which immerse readers in the brutal and complex universe of Reverend Insanity. The novel features a tightly woven plot and deeply developed characters, contributing to its strong and passionate fanbase. It has been widely praised for redefining the Xianxia genre, particularly in how it addresses the common issue of unchecked power escalation. By maintaining a coherent and dynamic cultivation system, the story preserves narrative tension and strategic depth throughout its progression.