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?

Hope you enjoy!

Reborn Gaming Addict

"Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it." — Henry David Thoreau

As Irene and Holly stood outside the western gate of the base camp, their eyes widened in awe at its sheer size and scope. It dwarfed everything they had seen before, except for the capital. Serving as the epicenter of the invasion into the Kingsfall zone, it was a behemoth of logistical and economic activity.

What set it apart from the capital was its architectural style. Unlike the tall and elegant buildings that graced the capital, the base camp was a collection of mainly two or three-story structures, with only a few daring to reach four stories.

Looking off in a daze, Holly spoke in a trance.

"Is this how big all of the cities in this zone are?"

Feeling his lips curling up in amusement, he answered while beginning to walk to the gated entrance.

53. Setting out