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 entered his private quarters, the door closing behind him with a soft thud. Inside, Alaric stood at attention, already awaiting his arrival.

Without a word, Alaric handed Valen a small bundle of documents—precisely what Valen had sent him to retrieve from the academy archives.

"These contain the names and details of all professors who have joined the academy within the last three years, as you requested, my lord," Alaric said with a slight bow.

Valen sat down and began leafing through the documents, his eyes sharp as they scanned the information.

There were only three names that matched the criteria mentioned in Echoes of Eternity—the male professor with brownish-black hair, glasses, and a skinny build.

The first professor listed was Ramus Elkin, a well-respected potion brewer. The second, Halren Vest, was also a potion brewer, specializing in rare elixirs.

Hidden Truths and the Battle for Rank