Arden_Light

Paul, known as Cedar in the virtual world of Harbinger’s Call, has finally achieved his long-sought glory by winning the world's first raid race. After years of dedication and relentless pursuit, he stands triumphant, only to be blindsided by betrayal. Overnight, leaked messages and scandalous stories flood the internet, transforming Paul from a revered role model to a pariah despised by the Harbinger’s Call community.

Before he even wakes up the next day, his guild drops him from their roster, he is blacklisted from elite gaming communities, and he faces exile from the player base. Paul is left shocked and bewildered, realizing that his ruthless climb to the top has earned him many enemies eager to see his downfall.

Desperate to salvage his reputation and rebuild shattered friendships, Paul dedicates weeks to making amends. Just as he begins to find his footing, he is inexplicably transported to a familiar yet mysterious room, signaling the start of a new, unexpected journey.

In a world where digital fame can turn into infamy overnight, Paul must navigate betrayal, redemption, and the quest for a second chance. Will he reclaim his place as a hero in Harbinger’s Call, or will he be forever lost to the shadows of his past mistakes?

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Reborn Gaming Addict

"Don't be afraid to give up the good to go for the great." — John D. Rockefeller

As Paul and Claire embarked on their journey, they traversed bustling cities and quaint towns, their thalor balance steadily climbing. In a mere 30 minutes, it soared past the 100,000 mark, a testament to their determination and resilience.

Looking to his side, he could see an extremely disturbing face that Claire was making, looking like some lustful old man more than a young woman making her first income. They had already visited four towns and one city and had been able to make a good amount of money; if they sold all of the thalor they made, it would easily total $14,000 at the current exchange rate.

The best part was that they still had barely touched the surface of what they had; the demand for the materials was immense, and even the leather was selling relatively fast, earning them higher yields than expected.

Next to him, Claire took a deep breath.

44. Making a Deal