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The world as we know it is gone.

A devastating virus outbreak has turned cities into wastelands, where the infected roam and humanity is on the brink of extinction. Adrian Vale, an ordinary office worker, never expected to survive—but when he stumbles upon a Tactical AI System, everything changes.

Unlike supernatural powers, this AI doesn't grant him superhuman abilities. Instead, it provides real-time tactical analysis, combat strategies, and resource management. To survive, Adrian must think smarter, fight harder, and adapt faster than anyone else.

But survival isn’t enough. As he builds a haven in the ruins, he uncovers a terrifying truth—the apocalypse wasn’t an accident. A secret organization lurks in the shadows, pulling the strings behind the end of the world.

Now, Adrian must do more than just survive. He must outthink, outfight, and outlast the forces that seek to control humanity’s fate.

When the world ends, only those who adapt will rise.

Apocalypse Hero: Rise from the Ruins

The heavily armored man stood before them, his gaze cold and unyielding. The air was thick with tension, as if the fate of everyone present was held within his hands.

Adrian gripped his weapon tighter, watching the man cautiously. "Who are you? What do you want?"

The man did not respond immediately. He simply smiled faintly. "Who I am is not important. What matters is that you have arrived. You've come this far, and now your choices will determine whether you live, and even shape the paths you take in the future."

Rex frowned, clearly confused. "What are you talking about? We just want to survive and leave here. Stop wasting our time."

"Every choice to survive comes with a price," the man said, his tone calm but cold. "This place is not only your end, but also your beginning. If you wish to live, you must make a choice."

Sophie looked at Adrian nervously. "What do you think, Adrian?"

Adrian didn't respond immediately. His mind was filled with complicated thoughts. What exactly was this choice the man spoke of? Could they trust him? They had already been guided here, and now every decision they made could lead to unknown consequences.

"You must decide," the man said again, a cold smile curling his lips. "Choose to join us, and you will enter a new survival space. You will face stricter trials and challenges, but you will gain resources and power, while becoming a part of our plan. Choose to leave, and you will be taken to a safe place, but it will only be a temporary refuge."

Adrian took a deep breath and paused. He knew this was a choice with no turning back. Every decision would bring consequences that could alter their future.

"We don't have time to discuss this any further," Adrian finally spoke, his voice firm. "If we choose to join you, can you guarantee that we'll survive?"

The man smiled slightly. "Life and death cannot be guaranteed, but at least you'll have a higher chance of survival."

Adrian nodded, the final decision seeming to solidify in his mind. He turned to look at Rex and Sophie, his gaze resolute. "We'll take this path."

Rex stepped forward without hesitation. "Fine, since we have no other choice, we'll follow you."

Sophie took a deep breath, slowly nodding. "If this is the only way to survive, then let's go."

The man didn't speak further. He simply turned and led them toward the massive metal door. They followed behind him, entering a deeper and more unknown world.

The door slowly closed behind them, signaling that there was no turning back. From this point on, their fate was sealed, and it would be shaped by the choice they had made.

The Choice of Fate