Divine_Blood_Lord

Betrayed, manipulated, and left to die by the one person he trusted, Ethan Cross thought his life of violence had finally come to an end. But fate had different plans. When he awakens in a new world as Valen Aetheris, the sole heir to one of the most powerful noble family in the empire, Ethan is given a second chance. This time, however, he won’t just survive—he will dominate.

In this world of mana, ancient bloodlines, and mythical power, Valen’s new life offers him access to unimaginable wealth and influence. But in a world where fate favors the "protagonists," heroes destined to rise, Valen chooses a darker path: to drain their power, steal their destinies, and shape the world for himself.

Armed with knowledge of the world's future from a novel he once read, and guided by a mysterious system that rewards him for hunting down the so-called “children of destiny,” Valen begins his calculated ascent to absolute supremacy. He trusts no one but himself, and his cold, ruthless methods ensure that nothing—and no one—will stand in his way.

But as the line between hero and villain blurs, the stakes grow higher. To claim his throne over all creation, Valen will have to face not just the protagonists of this world, but the heavens themselves.

(A/N: It’s my first time writing a novel although not perfect but try first 15 chapters and I assure you, that you will love it.)

A Villain Reborn

Valen's gaze focused sharply on Kael Draven as he activated his Eye of Dominion. Instantly, the world around Kael seemed to blur and fade, replaced by a detailed status panel only visible to Valen.

It appeared with perfect clarity, revealing the layers of power and potential hidden beneath Kael's outward appearance.

[ Realm: Essence Gathering Realm, 9th Stage ]

[ Mana Breathing Technique: Seraphic Cycle (6th Order) ]

[ Battle Arts:Flame Rend (4th Order), Stormbreaker Slash (5th Order), Iron Fortress Stance (5th Order), Windstride (6th Order) ]

[ Physique: Ethereal Elemental Physique ]

Valen's lips barely moved as he murmured under his breath, "Just as Echoes of Eternity described."

Power Revealed and Silent Dominance