is it okay for an antagonist to save the world?

Sicily, a once peaceful and safe city is overrun by mafias and criminals who uses every chance they get to oppress everyone else. Money, power, and influence runs Sicily and Italy. Angelo Bruno, the son-in-law to Baron and Stella Rodriguez, has neither of the three. Married to a wealthy and influential family who despises him even to the breathe in his nostril, Angelo is not only humiliated but oppressed by the rich and powerful in Sicily. Taking everything he has from him, Angelo has no choice but to return as the “Gentle Don”, and now he is out to seek vengeance on all the lords and kings of Italy.

"You will regret this day, Alexia. You chose Raymond over me after everything I've done for you. No problem. It's your life after all. But karma is real, Alexia. Just remember this." These were Brian's last words before storming out. Brian's life had always jumped from one difficulty to another and he was always ridiculed by his peers because he was poor. Worse, his girlfriend whom he thought loved him chose him over a richer guy. And as if things couldn't get any worse, he was attacked. But that day marked the change of his life after being saved by some men. He discovered he was the heir of the highest-ranking family in the city who were thought to have been wiped out of existence. With his newfound wealth and power, Brian makes sure all those who ridiculed him get what they deserve. And he must overcome the obstacles on his path to rising from Pitiful to Powerful while keeping his identity concealed. *** "We are not here to tell these stories. Brian, you and your mother are here because you are both Addams." "But you are not just an Addams. You are the heir of the Addams family. A/N: This is my first time writing in this genre, so the first few chapters may feel off or cliche, but I promise that as you read on deeper, the book becomes better and you'll love it. Thanks.

"I refuse to be the MC!" These were the storming words that came out of Ethan's mouth after reading the script he was given in the Alternate Realm. He had just turned down the big role of becoming the main character of a novel he had been reading for months, Why? However, choosing the role of a side character, Ethan never expected any good from the God of reality... [You have received the Double Reward System]. [You shall gain ×2 the rewards of the MC. Both Good and Bad].

I want to create a kingdom where life is as convenient as I wish it to be. A comfortable world where everyone can laugh and enjoy their lives as much as possible. That's what I truly and honestly want. Ideals without strength are nonsense, and strength without ideals is empty, right? I'm a greedy guy, but I don't have an interest in seeking strength just for the sake of power, without the ambition to do something with it. But... "What are you saying? I'm the mastermind of the war between Dragons and Humans?" "Yes, Your Majesty. At that time..." "What are you saying? I am the mastermind of the Demon Race invading the central continent?" "Yes, Your Majesty. At that time..."

James, a college student struggling to escape his poor and weak life, takes on a delivery job to cover his remaining tuition fees and personal expenses. His relationship with Selena is the only source of happiness in his otherwise bleak existence until it is extinguished by her betrayal. She cheats on him with Randy, the arrogant and affluent star quarterback. Devastated and consumed by anger, James decides to confront Randy but is struck on the head, resulting in a concussion. This concussion triggers a mysterious system called "Opportunity System" that grants him one million dollars. The catch? He has only three days to spend it all. Will he manage to spend the entire sum in time? What will happen when James eventually discovers that the mysterious system was not what it seemed, but rather a scheme devised by RJ Black?

My name is Seraph. In a world that is filled with magic, science and arts of unbelievable kinds, I'm relatively ordinary. But then I met them. A group of assassins that work the machines of the world behind closed curtains. And the most striking is their leader, the woman which is the greatest mystery in the world. Though to the world we are all dead, each of us has a story of their own. I wonder if I can find myself a home among these people who call themselves Valkyries and more importantly can I solve all the riddles that surround them?

Johnathan Cross, an average university student gets treated worse than trash by his rich peers and teachers. On the day everyone is getting the greatest news of their lives, Johnathan gets informed that he only has 3 months to live. Johnathan’s life is over and everyone celebrates. Johnathan prays for his death to come sooner so he can escape from his life of misery. In the darkness of the night, Johnathan has one last hope left and he wishes for his life to change for the better. The next time Johnathan wakes up, he couldn’t believe what his life has become overnight.

Villagers by the sea are astounded when fishermen start disappearing without a trace A team of scientists working on the coral reefs not sure what they are about to discover The kingdom of mermaids is threatened by the commotion on the surface This story revolves around a team of scientists working on the coral reef and a mermaid's search for her lost sister and how their paths cross and everything in between. This original story is set in the land of Pakistan. All characters are fictional and any resemblance to any person living or dead is purely coincidental. The story is based purely on fiction.. or is it?

In a world where magic and commerce collide, Norwegian trader Erik Solheim discovers TradeSpire, a revolutionary app that links Earth’s economies with the mystical realms. What begins as a journey to financial freedom quickly spirals into a high-stakes battle when he uncovers the matrix—a labyrinthine system controlled by an ancient AI and a shadowy group known as the Syndicate. As he masters the matrix’s secrets, Erik gains the power to influence entire realms and global markets, but his rise attracts powerful enemies intent on preserving their dominance. To dismantle the Syndicate’s stranglehold, Erik must confront the app’s creator, the enigmatic and godlike Elara, in a final trade that will determine the fate of both dimensions. Packed with intrigue, danger, and breathtaking twists, The Codex Trader is a gripping tale of courage, resilience, and the quest for balance in a world where trade is the ultimate weapon.

Bella is a retired assassin who is kidnapped by a secret organization responsible for creating a dangerous role playing simulation video-game called OutLive. A game that she finds herself playing alongside a few others who she must work together with to complete a series of savage missions in order to make it to the very end and not only walk away with the grand prize of $10 million but also with her life that is greatly threatened because should she die in the game then she dies in real life as well.