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The Goblin Who Devoured Fate – Synopsis
Leon was just another ordinary man—until his untimely death led to an unexpected reincarnation as a weak, nameless goblin at the bottom of the food chain. In a world ruled by monsters, warlords, and ancient powers, survival is a cruel game where the weak are destined to perish.

But fate has other plans. Gifted with the Devourer’s Mark and a mysterious System Interface, Leon gains the power to absorb the strength, skills, and memories of those he defeats. His system grants him the ability to see detailed stats, weaknesses, and hidden information about others—knowledge that no one else possesses.

With every battle, he evolves—growing stronger, smarter, and more dangerous than any goblin before him. As he carves his path through blood and chaos, he attracts allies, enemies, and powerful women drawn to his unstoppable rise. A cold and deadly elf assassin, a fierce dragon-kin warrior, and a cunning demon princess—all with their own ambitions, yet bound to his destiny.

Hunted by gods, feared by kings, and envied by monsters, Leon must decide: will he become a ruler of his own fate, or will his hunger for power consume him?

The Goblin Who Devoured Fate

The air outside the cave was cold, carrying the scent of damp earth and distant rain. The eerie silence of the forest pressed down on us as we moved through the undergrowth, leaving the battlefield behind.

The goblin archer had escaped. He'd bring others.

"We need to keep moving," I said, adjusting my grip on the newly acquired Hobgoblin Captain's sword. It was heavier than I was used to, but I could feel the difference in quality. This wasn't a rusted goblin blade—it was a real weapon.

Rhia walked beside me, her silver eyes scanning the darkness ahead. "I know," she said, flicking a strand of her silver hair behind her ear. "But running blindly won't help. We need to find a place to rest—just for a bit."

She wasn't wrong. I could already feel the strain from the last fight, and my stamina wasn't limitless. Even with my system boosting me, I wasn't invincible.

"Fine," I said. "But not for long."

The System's Warning

As we walked, my system screen flickered.

[System Notification!][Warning: Enemy forces detected nearby.][Recommended Action: Evade or prepare for battle.]

Rhia noticed immediately. "What is it?"

"System's warning me," I muttered. "Enemies nearby."

She didn't hesitate. "Then we move. Now."

We picked up the pace, weaving through the trees as quietly as possible. The goblins tracking us would be faster in this terrain, but we had the advantage of knowing they were coming.

Still, my instincts told me one thing—this wasn't going to be an easy escape.

The Hunter Approaches

Fifteen minutes passed, and the sounds of the forest remained unnaturally still. Not even the insects chirped.

A shadow moving between the trees.

Not just one. Three.

Their yellow eyes gleamed in the darkness, scanning the area.

Rhia cursed under her breath. "They're smart. They're checking the area before sending in a larger force."

I gripped my sword. "Then we take them out before they report back."

Before the scouts could react, I was already behind the first one, slashing my sword through his back. He let out a strangled gasp before collapsing.

Rhia dashed forward, her daggers flashing under the moonlight as she slit the throat of the second.

The third turned to run—but I was faster.

I activated Devourer's Grasp and lunged, my shadowy tendrils grabbing onto his ankle. He screamed as I pulled him toward me, driving my sword into his chest.

But we both knew—this was just the beginning.

Chapter 36: Signs of Pursuit