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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? *COPYRIGHT AND OWNERSHIP DECLARATION* I, Jollymeek Malabad, hereby declare that I am the sole owner and creator of the novel titled: *"The Guardian and the Archon: The Cursed Shadow"* I attest that "The Guardian and the Archon: The Cursed Shadow" is an original work, and any similarities to existing works are unintentional.

For years, Leo played the role of a low-key, strong but "dim-witted" son-in-law to the influential Zhao family. Despite secretly helping build their empire from the shadows, he was consistently underestimated and treated as a mere tool by his wife and her overbearing relatives. They controlled his every move, belittling his intelligence and even framing him to cover their own faults. However, under the guise of a simple man, Leo was waiting for his moment, carefully concealing his real identity: the "God of War," a legendary strategist feared by both allies and enemies After a betrayal that nearly destroys him, Leo disappears, leaving his family to face the fallout of their deceit. But soon, he returns, not as the man they remember, but as a force of retribution and justice, orchestrating the fall and rise of their empire at will. As he steps back into the game, his wife and her relatives remain oblivious to the fact that the "fool" they mocked is now their only hope for salvation. With his true identity hidden, Leo sets in motion a plan to test their loyalty and integrity. Now they must prove they are worthy of his help, and the stakes are higher than ever. Leo’s journey is one of both revenge and self-discovery. While he initially returns with a desire to reclaim his honor and dismantle those who wronged him, he soon realizes that real strength lies in facing his conflicted heart and redefining the family and legacy he truly wants. Now he must grapple with the tension between punishing those who hurt him and the pull of a deeper loyalty—and perhaps even love—that he thought was lost.

Damien, the great god and general, known across the world, for his super and extra ordinary abilities and wealth! He rose and conquered the extreme enemies within five years! Then, he built an invincible loyal army, becoming the sole commander and protector of the central city! In fact, he was worshipped and even respected by the Queen! Unexpectedly right in the middle of the fierce war, he got a strange call from an unknown caller who identified herself as his daughter and needed saving. Without thinking twice, he ran back to save his family at the city where he was a nobody, looked down and thrown into the water five years ago. Watch how Lily and Elena were protected by Damien, the secret great general and turned the tides and waves for them silently! Their guardian angel was back to slap the faces of those who ridiculed, derided, and treated them like scum! All will bow and scrub their mouths harshly with regret!

Maximus Bloodthorn, once a powerful Demon Ovarlord, was betrayed and killed by his own subordinates, vowing revenge with his dying breath. Reincarnated as Isaac Ackerman, a human baby, he must adapt to his new mortal life without demonic powers. With his past memories intact he embarks on a journey to master the art of mana and attain power in the mortal realm.