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

<p>The sound of footsteps echoed down the narrow stone corridor, each one falling like a countdown to the coming clash. Valen's pulse quickened, the anticipation of battle humming through his veins. Shadows danced along the walls, cast by the faint light of their torches, and every movement seemed amplified in the confined space.</p>

<p>Valen looked over his shoulder at his allies—Aylara, Kael, Seraphine, and Lian—each one steady and resolute. The Eclipse agent who had led them to the secret chamber now stood by the entrance, their face hidden beneath the dark hood, as unreadable as ever.</p>

Clash in the Shadows