Ashes of the Elite - Chapter 41: You Will Die

Emperor Yuanwu ‘Zhou Di’ is muddle-headed and tyrannical. In his pursuit of the ‘Undying Immortal Dao’ for longevity, he has caused the Court to become corrupt and common people to struggle.Xu Qing transmigrated here, becoming an ordinary beggar in a remote border town. Abandoned at birth for being simple-minded, he was fortunately saved by the old beggar Nine Fingers and lived to the age of sixteen.In such a chaotic world, as an ordinary mortal, Xu Qing found it difficult to survive. Fortunately, he possessed the Treasure ‘Encyclopedia of All Things’, which can record and strengthen all things in the world.【Baji Fist Level 1: 0/10 (This is a powerful and vigorous short-range fist technique. Its movements are swift and unadorned, and its power generation is extremely fierce, channeled to the fingertips.)】【Baji Fist LVMAX: MAX/MAX (Contains the Mystical Techniques of the Fist Dao. Fists and palms reach the eight extremes. A single punch can make the heavens and earth boom.)【Iron Sword Level 1: 0/5 (This is an ordinary iron sword forged by a common blacksmith.)】【Iron Sword LVMAX: MAX/MAX (Contains the Sword Dao Mysteries. The sword can sever all things. A single strike can make the world fall.)】

An unexpected discovery in Machu Picchu has transported a young professional thief from Earth to a world filled with mystical powers and evil plots. With his beloved teacher and best friend killed during the calamity, his only goal is to become stronger, so that he can take revenge for them.This is a novel filled with politics, the struggle for power, evil beauties, and of course, Divine Immortals.

Transmigrated to the world of Demon Slayer, only to become a swordsmith?“Then I'll forge the strongest Nichirin Blade!”With each hammer strike against the iron ingot, a notification appeared...[Impurities -1]After a hundred refinements, another notification...[Constitution +1]Upon completing the weapon, a final notification...[Current Weapon Sharpness Level: 1][Forgemaster: Strength +10, Constitution +10, Agility +10, Speed +10][Reward: Sun Breathing Technique!]“Maybe... I should become the strongest swordsman after all?”

“Look at me,” he said, voice barely above a whisper, like he wasn't just asking her to see him—but to choose him.She did.And oh God.The moment her eyes met his, it was like the floor tilted. His gaze wasn't cold anymore. It wasn't guarded or teasing. It was raw. Fierce. Wrecking. Like he saw through every layer she'd tried to hide.She swallowed hard. Her legs trembled.Her heart betrayed her, pounding so hard against her ribs it seemed like it wanted to break free.Why did his eyes soften like that, as if she was delicate glass, and he'd do anything to keep her from shattering?She swore she was going to melt right there.And he didn't even kiss her.Didn't have to.That one look—his fingers brushing against her skin like he owned the right, it was more than any kiss she'd ever had. More dangerous. More intoxicating.Her lips parted, maybe to speak, maybe to breathe, but nothing came out. Nothing could.The tension between them tightened—thick, electric, blinding.If he moved even an inch, it would be over.But he didn't.And that restraint? That maddening, infuriating, goddamn beautiful control made her want him even more.“Let me handle this,” he whispered. “You don't have to trust Conor. Just trust me.”Her eyes dropped to his lips. They were so close now she could feel the whisper of his breath. Her heart pounded harder, like it wanted to escape.“Please stop doing that,” she murmured. For a fleeting second, nothing moved, then he dropped his hand.His brows drew together. “Doing what?”“Touching me,” she whispered. “Especially when you're trying to make a point. You did it in the restroom too.”“Why do you think I'm doing that?” he asked, voice husky now, softer.Synopsis:At an elite college, falling for the rich, cold son of a bi-llionaire wasn’t part of the plan, especially when his brother is tied to her mother’s mysterious death.But from the moment Merlina steps onto campus, the chemistry is undeniable. He’s detached, arrogant, and everything she should stay away from. Yet no matter how hard she tries, she can’t ignore the pull.She’s here for a degree, but her real mission is uncovering the secrets of her mother’s past at this very school. As sparks fly between her and the guy she should keep her distance from, she’s torn between two things: exposing the truth and protecting her heart from falling for him.The deeper she digs, the more dangerous things get. Anonymous threats, dark secrets, and a guy who’s starting to think her obsession with the past could ruin everything. When the truth finally breaks free, it threatens everything she’s worked for—the truth, her heart, and the fragile bond she shares with him.With everything at risk, she must choose: expose the truth, or hold on to the one person who makes her feel truly alive.