The Guidebook for Villainesses - 161 Chapter 161

(Alternative title: I Can Cut Through Anything)...After dying from overwork, Riven is reincarnated into a war-torn world where holy power and arcane magic clash for dominance. Born into poverty and orphaned at twelve, he survives with his younger sister by scavenging weapons from the corpses of fallen soldiers.That is, until he finds a gravely wounded woman in front of his house.Moved by a strange sense of compassion, Riven saves her life—unaware that she is the infamous Mad Queen, a ruthless monarch who slaughtered her entire royal bloodline.In return for his kindness, she teaches him how to wield a sword—an art that awakens a terrifying power within him: the ability to cut through anything.But power comes at a cost. Her gaze shifts from gratitude to obsession. And now, bound by a twisted marriage to a queen whose love is as dangerous as her blade, Riven must decide: will he run from her... or embrace the madness she offers?---Author's NoteHi everyone, I’m a new author here.To be honest, I got tired of the same old harem tropes—stories where the male lead collects girls like trophies without any real emotional depth. So I decided to write something different.This is a dark fantasy romance centered around one woman only: a yandere queen whose love is as dangerous as her power.Yes, the story contains R-rated scenes—expect some heat.But it’s not just about that.This novel will dive into:Deep character development,The twisted yet intimate relationship between Riven and the Queen,A complex world filled with arcane powers and divine magic,Royal politics and war,And Riven’s journey to become the strongest swordsman in the world.As a beginner, I genuinely welcome any feedback, comments, or even low ratings. Whether you give me five stars or just one, it’ll help me improve—and I truly appreciate it.Thank you for reading.I hope you enjoy the madness.

Athen had always lived a solitary life, as without any family or friends, he struggled to survive in his poor, forgotten hometown. The only escape from this grim reality came in the form of tales of magic told by rare visitors from the distant capital.That was, until one day, Athen discovered that magic wasn't just a dream. It was within him.With his newfound power, Athen completed a desperate heist, stealing a priceless diamond. But his triumph was short-lived when he realized the diamond was a fake.Yet... what seemed like a cruel trick turned out to be a blessing in disguise, for the fake diamond held the key to unlocking Athen’s greatest desire: the chance to truly learn magic.

Fifty years ago, the skies shattered, raining corrupted Qi that mutated beasts, plants, and corrupted even humans.Most sects instantly collapsed, as their techniques were useless against the polluted energy.Kyle is an unremarkable scavenger who stumbles upon a pre-apocalypse cultivation manual with a dual core that was designed to purify Qi through shared cycles with a partner, and it could also tame beasts.Each successful act of dual cultivation not only strengthened both partners but also granted unique awakened abilities that were tied to their bond, and the same was true of beast taming, which allowed him to acquire the traits of each beast he tamed.Now he is on the path to rebuild the world and become the master.* * *[If you are expecting smut and mindless scenes in every chapter without genuine progression in the world, characters, and story itself, then this is not the book for you. This is a dark fantasy!][Read The Pinned Review Before Adding The Book To Your Library!!][Disclaimer: This novel does not adhere to conventional cultivation methods, so do not expect the usual. Please refer to the Glossary (contains spoilers and some misinformations to hide those spoilers) and Notes in the auxiliary volume!][Guaranteed: Daily updates (2/3 chapters per day) Yes, even if I’m sick. I love the story that much!]