SHADOWS_SCYTHE

In a world where reality and virtual games collide, humanity faces its greatest trial. A mysterious game-like system, known as World of Chaos, descends upon Earth, awakening talents within individuals. These talents dictate survival — from basic skills to mythical powers.

Qin Sheng, once humanity’s strongest warrior, met a tragic end — betrayed by his own sister and killed in cold blood. But fate had other plans. Moments after his death, Qin Sheng awakens ten years in the past, just one hour before the catastrophic World of Chaos system descends upon Earth.

Armed with memories of the future and the rare and unparalleled SSS-Rank Talent: Extraction, Qin Sheng is determined to rewrite his destiny. With the power to extract skills, talents, and attributes from fallen enemies, he gains an unmatched advantage. But that’s not all — his talent allows him to enslave elite and boss monsters by forging contracts, turning these once-feared beings into loyal minions.

As chaos erupts and cities crumble, Qin Sheng embarks on a perilous journey, bridging the gap between game mechanics and real-life survival. Facing monstrous beasts, rogue players, and hidden conspiracies, he rises not only as humanity’s beacon of hope but also its greatest threat.

Will Qin Sheng master his growing power and change the course of history, or will he fall victim to betrayal once more?

Awakening SSS - Rank talent Eclipse Dominion : Game to reality

Then, suddenly, a blinding light. Qin Sheng gasped, bolting upright in a familiar room—the peeling walls of his shabby apartment. He was alive. His heart raced as he stumbled to the calendar on the wall.

"Ten years... I've gone back," he whispered. The date confirmed it. An hour remained before the World of Chaos descended.

Emotions surged—rage, grief, determination—all battling within. He clenched his fists. "This time... I'll do it right."

His mind raced through past mistakes. Trusting too easily, hesitating when it mattered, sacrificing himself for others. He wouldn't repeat them.

He sat down, focusing. The Talent extraction was crucial. In the past, he had an A-Rank Strengthen class, but now he knew what to aim for. The system allowed for random talent assignment, but there were loopholes—hidden mechanics he had learned through a decade of brutal survival.

He stood and rushed to a locked drawer, pulling out a dusty notebook filled with scribbles and notes from his previous life. Pages upon pages of system quirks, hidden events, and secret achievements—everything he needed to ensure a head start.

"First, the Beginner's Blessing event," he muttered, flipping through the notes. "Only available in the first hour after the game descends. Most missed it because they didn't know where to look."

He packed a small bag with essentials—energy bars, water bottles, and a few tools. Even though reality would soon fade into the game world during sleep, being prepared gave him peace of mind.

As the clock ticked down, he stared at the reflection in the cracked mirror. His eyes, once filled with naïve hope, now burned with cold resolve.

"No more mistakes. No more mercy."

A sudden knock echoed through the apartment. Qin's heart sank. He already knew who it was.

He opened the door to see Liu Mei, her face pale, eyes filled with confusion and fear. "Qin… something weird is happening outside. The sky—"

"I know," he interrupted, his voice cold.

She blinked, taken aback by his tone. "What's wrong with you?"

Qin's fists clenched. Memories of her betrayal flooded his mind, the dagger in his back, the look of regret too late to matter. He struggled to keep his emotions in check.

"We need to prepare," he said flatly.

"Prepare? For what? You're not making any sense!"

He turned away, but she grabbed his arm. "Talk to me, Qin! What's going on?"

He spun around, eyes blazing with anger. "You want to know? Fine! The world's about to turn into hell. A game—no, a nightmare—is about to take over everything. And you," he growled, jabbing a finger at her chest, "you're on your own."

Liu Mei's face twisted with confusion and hurt. "What are you talking about? I'm your sister!"

Tears welled in her eyes. "Why are you saying this? I haven't done anything!"

The words cut deeper than any blade. Liu Mei staggered back, tears streaming down her face. "I don't understand…"

"Then leave," Qin snapped. "I don't want to see you again."

She stood frozen for a moment before running out the door, her sobs echoing down the hall.

Qin closed the door, leaning against it as his hands trembled. That was necessary. It had to be.

The sky outside darkened, the clouds fracturing like glass. The descent was beginning.

Qin Sheng lay on his bed, closing his eyes as sleep overtook him, pulling him into the World of Chaos once more—but this time, he was ready.

Chapter 2: Regression