webnovel
one step from death

one step from death

Divine Emperor of Death

Divine Emperor of Death

Tian Long, an orphan without much of a life in both his thirty year long life and lifespan! To him, a single opportunity was displayed to transmigrate into another world with his Death Book! "What's this? Is this the body of a three year old? Davis? Is this my name from now on?" Finding himself possessing a small child, he becomes inwardly conflicted before he faces the truth and his reality! Young Davis finds himself as the legal heir, the Crown Prince of the Loret Empire in the Grand Sea Continent, becoming a powerful cultivator in a short time... However, is that all? Follow his journey as Young Davis becomes a full fledged death's advocate while embodying into the Divine Emperor of Death in the world of cultivation! "Mn? The route to become the Emperor is a given? Nah, I still don't want it..." "Oh? I'm courting death you say? Unfortunately for you, death is already my woman..." ======= Almost 200,000 words (Around 170 Chapters) available for free! What to expect (Updated June 2026) : -Male protagonist who is trying to find who he is in the beginning and increasingly becomes level-headed and ruthless to enemies. Divine Emperor of Death is his calamity title the world gave him and not his personality, so don’t expect MC to be utterly black-hearted here. -Growth style from young to old, a epic adventure that takes itself seriously as the chapter and volumes advances -Harem. Slow-burn romance for the first two hundred chapters and it increases in pace once MC takes on second wife. Harem is treated extremely important here with their own personalities and flaws. No trophy wives. MC doesn’t abandon harem members to go off on a solo adventure. -Character-driven story with long-term growth. MC makes a few mistakes in the beginning and works to rectify. -Logical cultivation system with nearly no mistakes in terms of power leveling battles. -Unique blend of many types of architecture and eastern fantasy, but mostly latter since this is a cultivation novel. -Quick battles, no-nonsense approach to most enemies, and epic battles, tribulations and actions with lasting consequences. -Magical beast, calamities, strange lifeforms and locations. -The main character is not overpowered at the beginning, he'll have to climb his way up. And his treasure is simply dangerous to use, which makes it extremely challenging for him to survive. -Growth arc, adventure arcs, revenge arcs, romance arcs, epic tribulation arcs, family arcs and many more. -Regular updates (2 chapters/day) + bonus chapters and mass releases when possible ======= Some words from author: English isn't my main language, so please bear with it if you found some mistakes. The first few hundred chapters do have grammar mistakes since I was a beginner at that time. Please bear with me until the grammar and the content gets fleshed out. This is an epic (long form story) instead of a quick wish-fulfillment novel as we follow the story of Davis from the start, so it's bound to be slow but steady. There are epic moments at certain points which my readers have praised repeatedly. Also, the [best harem novel] in the entire Webnovel according to my readers in Discord. ======= Want to see more official art of the story and discuss the story with others? Join the Discord! Discord and support links https://discord.gg/xcqXR6p https://www.patreon.com/stardust_breaker == Power Stones Ranking (Updated : 29th September 2022) 16th so far Golden Ticket Ranking: 11th so far
Eastern
5351 Chs
Step by step, I'm scared to death
The step-by-step startling side story referred to the side story of Tong Hua's novel," step-by-step startling," which told the love story of the 14th prince and Ruolan. The story was mainly about the modern girl, Ruolan, who traveled to ancient times and became the second daughter of the Marte family. After traveling to ancient times, Ruolan found that she had fallen in love with the 14th brother, but the 14th brother already had his beloved woman. Ruolan had no choice but to leave sadly. After leaving the Marte family, Ruolan encountered many difficulties and challenges in the palace, but she still firmly loved the 14th prince and finally got his forgiveness and support. In the story, Ruolan also talked about her life in the modern world and the scene of her meeting with the 14th brother in the modern world. After the end of the story, Ruolan returned to the modern world to continue living her life. The 14th brother missed Ruolan until he met her again in ancient times.
1 answer
2024-08-11 07:45
Is there a better novel than the seventh step of the death relay?
There were novels similar to "The Seventh Step: Death Relay" Book of Troubled Times, Author: Ji Cha 2:"Spiritual Realm Walker", Author: Xiao Langjun 3: The Tang's Table, Author: Jie and 2 4."King of Familiars", Author: Light Spring Flowing Sound Fairy, Please Listen to My Explanation, Author: Mi Tian Building National Forensic Medicine, Author: Zhiniao Village 7:"Wait, Heroine." Author: Guan Guan Gongzi 8: Mantang Colorful, Author: Weird Cousin 9:"Hidden Dead Corner", Author: Get Lost Final Divine Duty, Author: Tuoba Goudan Beyond Time, Author: Er Gen This Game Is Too Real by Chen Xing LL Red Heart Sky Patrol, Author: What's the Matter? Ring of Destiny, Author: Squid Who Loves to Dive National Master of Ming Dynasty, Author: West Lake Encountered Rain Choose a Day to Ascend, Author: Otaku Pig 17:"Who's in Love After Rebirth?" Author: What's Wrong? Deep Sea Ember, Author: Yuantong Chapter 19: Cultivation in the Chaotic World of Demonic Martial Arts, Author: Wenplagiarism 20:"Who told him to cultivate!" Author: The Whitest Crow The following is a detailed introduction of these novels: 1."Book of Troubled Times":"Book of Troubled Times" is a delightful novel. It uses a relaxed style to describe a chaotic world full of Jianghu aura. The protagonist of the story was a young swordsman. He carried a long saber on his shoulder and hung wine on his waist. He strode forward, but his mind was a little blurry about the Jianghu. The plot was so compact and fascinating that one couldn't help but finish reading it in one breath. The author's writing was smooth and easy to read. There was no heart-wrenching plot, making people feel very comfortable. In addition, the emotional lines in the book were described in a very delicate and moving manner, allowing people to immerse themselves deeply in it. The setting of "Book of Troubled Times" was very interesting. The protagonist traveled to a chaotic world full of demonic sects and Jianghu, and began an exciting adventure. The plot of the story was more positive, making people feel full of positive energy. All in all, Book of Troubled Times was a highly recommended novel. It attracted the readers 'attention with its unique setting and wonderful plot, immersing them in a chaotic world full of Jianghu. Whether it was from the content of the book, or from life, emotions, psychology, society, history, etc., this book could give people inspiration and thought. 2."Spirit Realm Traveler":[144] Selling newspaper, Little Langjun,"Spirit Realm Traveler" [Total ranking of Hundred Alliances: 144] 2022 Hundred Alliances Ranking: 2 [Hundred League Badge Release Time: 2022-4-9] Title: Spirit Realm Walker Author: Paper Selling Young Langjun [Author Level: Platinum] [Alliance Leader Count: 372] [Silver Grand Alliance: 14] Golden Sect Master: 7 Fans/10,000: 830 <Category: Sci-fi Evolution> Total Words/Ten Thousand: 224 Date of publication: March 23, 2022 [Hundred League Time/Day: 16] Last updated: May 1, 2022 First order: 81,780 Average: Not counted [Completed: No] End date: × Writing time/day: × Date: January 18, 2023 3.<<The Tang's Table>> The people of the world and the affairs of the world are just the dishes on the table of the Tang people. Although the original ingredients had the original flavor of food, Yun Chu still believed that the most delicious food still needed to be divided, cooked, and handled. The food that was finally served on the table was the food that most suited the stomach of the Tang people. Steaming, braising, stir-frying, stewing... There were many cooking methods in the kitchen. Whether it was Goguryeo, the Turks, Tubo, Tuyuhun, Xue Yantuo, Tiele…or even whales, tigers, sharks, and hungry wolves, the Great Tang was a furnace that could cook them all into peerless delicacies… In addition to Li Zhi, Wu Wei, Zhangsun Wuji, Chu Suiliang, Li Ji, Cheng Yaojin, and other peerless seasonings, there would always be one thing that you would never forget, regardless of color, fragrance, or taste. Yun Chu hoped that she would definitely have a seat at such a luxurious banquet! Now, the delicious food had been cooked. Yun Chu laid out the napkin, picked up the deer knife, and closed her eyes. She was ready to enjoy an unprecedented feast to satisfy her hungry stomach. 4."King of Beasts": A new book with a light spring flowing. It's still a familiar book about beasts. Fairy, Please Listen to My Explanation: Fairy is very busy and has no time to save you. She even rolled her eyes. He became the third son of the final BOSS, the direct descendant of the villain with a clean background and a good reputation. The fake villains were waiting to be slapped in the face, while the real villains were carried around the world by a big block of ice. Goldfinger? Only fake villains relied on their golden fingers to make a fortune. Real villains dared to face their bleak lives! Mystic Mirror Immortal Race 6."National Forensic Medicine":"National Forensic Medicine" is an amazing novel. The author uses his professional perspective and unique way of description to make the seemingly unpopular profession of forensic medicine vivid and interesting. Compared to the author's previous work, Doctor Ling Ran, National Forensic Medicine portrayed the protagonist's personality and his interactions in the police station more realistically, making the interactions between the characters more lively and interesting. The author's description of skills and strength was also impressive, allowing people to feel the joy of being a professional while reading. Even though National Forensics 'update speed was slow, it didn't affect readers' love for it. Overall, this was an unforgettable novel that gave people a new understanding of modern detective novels. 7."Wait, Heroine":"Wait, Heroine" was a novel full of chivalrous tenderness. The author told the story of the protagonist's orphan background in a humorous and funny tone. The story was full of ups and downs, and it was filled with invincible martial arts. It made people's blood boil. The male lead's strategy was full of humor and amusement, making people feel that it was ridiculous and interesting at the same time. The author's writing was smooth and the characters were vividly portrayed. Every character had their own characteristics and left a deep impression on people. The pet bird in the book was very cute. Not only did it play a big role in advancing the plot, but it also added interest to the story. I recommend this book to readers who like Wuxia novels and Invincible Style. I believe you will like this book. 8."Colorful Colors of the Tang Dynasty":"Colorful Colors of the Tang Dynasty" was a historical novel that people looked forward to. The author's weird cousin used the period of Emperor Xuanzong and Yang Guifei as the background to show a story full of novelty. The story was set in a setting where the protagonist faced the dilemma of a shaky country, accumulated abuses, and a rebellion of the Hu people. However, he insisted on making the Tang Dynasty not lose its splendor and showed his determination and courage. The update of this book was very powerful, and the author's sincerity was evident. In the content of more than 100 chapters, the author cleverly integrated the style of trickery and a compact plot, and the characters were also vividly portrayed. If this type of novel was handled properly, it would give people the feeling of playing house, but the author had shown his strength in this aspect. However, there were also readers who reported that the speed of the car might make some people feel uncomfortable. For lovers of history and politics, this book was undoubtedly a masterpiece. The author's new book was also highly anticipated. The image of the protagonist and the opening of the story were full of anticipation. Overall,"Colorful Tang" was a fascinating historical novel. The author's talent and sincerity were fully reflected. Although some readers had raised some issues, the highlight of the book was still worth a try. 9."Hidden Dead Corner": Author of this book: Get lost, old author, eternal beast. It was obvious that the strength of the book was still there. In just 30 chapters, it could show the world view, main plot, and the character of the main character. I believe that if this novel doesn't collapse in the later stages, it will still be a very good novel. [Reward index: 3 (4.5 if it doesn't collapse in the later stages)] [Plot summary: A story of the protagonist who transmigrated to this world, struggling to survive under the threat of death from a dead corner.] The golden finger absorbed flowers to strengthen itself. The "blind spot" was similar to the "back room" mode. In the later stages, it would probably become an instance dungeon. [Goldfinger: By absorbing flowers to strengthen oneself. Different flowers strengthen in different directions and have different special abilities.] 10."The Final Divine Order":"The Final Divine Order" is a novel written by a high-ranking martial artist. His works have always been very popular. The pace of this novel was not bad at the moment. It gave people a refreshing feeling and could be considered fodder. This book was quite good. The author's writing was very skilled, and his worldview was also very good. The various concepts and forces were very rich, and the timing of the introduction was also very appropriate. It did not feel like a stiff map change. The protagonist was about to change maps and enter the official faction for the first time. The following plot would be even more exciting. He hoped that the author could write a good outline to avoid the main character's combat strength collapsing and losing the challenge because of his unparalleled ability. The genre of this book was very similar to the Atlas of Heaven and Man, but the setting was science fiction, and the social setting and style were more relaxed. The combat strength setting was a combination of three types of martial arts Prosthetics. "I have a lot of bonus points for martial arts books. The author of this book is fluent, but it's still a refreshing type of novel. If you're interested, you can take a look. "Beyond Time":"Beyond Time" is a refreshing Xianxia novel. The author tells a fascinating story in a unique way. The story started with the world's background, depicting a cruel and mysterious wasteland world. The main character, Xu Qing, was a decisive, cautious, and ruthless character. He worked hard to survive and struggle in this strange world. The characters in the novel were vivid, especially the protagonist Xu Qing and his senior brother Chen Erniu. Their personalities and actions left a deep impression on people. The female characters were equally outstanding. Ling 'er was willing to sacrifice herself for Xu Qing, demonstrating the strength and courage of the female characters. The writing style of the entire book was excellent. The character descriptions and scene descriptions were all unique, allowing people to immerse themselves in this mysterious world. The plot was compact and fascinating. It made people look forward to whether the protagonist, Xu Qing, could transcend heaven and earth and stay outside of time. Overall, Beyond Time was a good book worth recommending. Whether you liked Xianxia novels or Wasteland novels, this book could give you a different reading experience. 12: This Game Is Too Real: This Game Is Too Real is a fascinating novel about the apocalyptic wasteland. The author brought the readers into a wasteland world full of challenges and adventures with his unique creativity and wonderful storyline. The main character Chu Guang had transmigrated to this world and unlocked the Sanctuary System, allowing him to summon creatures called "players" from the parallel world. This innovative setting made the entire wasteland world no longer serious, full of unknown excitement and challenges. The plot was interesting. In the setting of the apocalypse, the bravery and wisdom of the players were unforgettable. The setting of the Doomsday Wasteland was exciting. The protagonist had gone from nothing to building a powerful alliance. The progress of the technology tree was also amazing. This book not only had a humorous and relaxing plot, but it was also rich in light and casual elements, allowing people to find fun and relaxation in reading. All in all, This Game Is Too Real is a fascinating book, and I recommend it to everyone. "Red Heart Sky Patrol": Strongly recommended, the story is very good. Every volume was a whole, and the twists and turns of each volume were so complicated that one would not be able to think of the end until they finished reading the first volume. The disadvantage was that the foundation was too long, and the overall situation was more depressing. It was easy to give up before seeing the climax. Moreover, it was too cruel. Life was already very helpless, so why did novels give people such a sense of helplessness? The story is very exciting, and the main characters are very full. 14."Ring of Fate": Finally, the time has come. Squid's new work is back as scheduled. It's also the continuation of my favorite "Lord of the Mysteries." Strongly recommended! "State Preceptor of Ming Dynasty": You can treat this book as an ancient Ming Dynasty background cover, explaining modern political economics, sociology, currency theory, wealth of nations, and other aspects of dragon capturing techniques in the ancient world. Well, this could also be considered a hindsight in history. As a snake hunter, Xu Ying had always been honest and diligent until this day when he caught a different snake... On the first day of the third month, incense was burning everywhere in the Divine Land. The statues that protected the villages, towns, cities, and counties woke up one after another to enjoy the sacrifices of the people. However, from that day onwards, the world was in chaos. 17:"Who's in Love After Rebirth?" I haven't seen such a fresh and refined urban rebirth posturing article in a long time. "Deep Sea Ember" was an excellent novel. The author's new book was very eye-catching. It was very good. This book was based on the invincible style. In the past, he might not have been too interested in the electric waves of the big eye bead, but this new book made him feel like he had evolved. The transition between the serious and off-topic styles was extremely natural, stunning people at first glance and decisively chasing after them. This book,"Deep Sea Ember," was based on an epic sci-fi theme. It combined sci-fi, Cthulhu, and steampunk styles, giving people a brand new experience. The story told that Duncan and his crew witnessed various bizarre visions in the sea, accidentally unveiled the long-sealed truth, and opened up a new route to the new world. The male protagonist, Zhou Ming, was an ordinary middle school teacher. He was trapped in a room due to a strange fog, but he accidentally boarded a ghost ship called "Phenomenon 005" and began his adventure. This ghost ship was sailing in a world that was about to be infiltrated by subspace. Subspace belonged to the steam era and integrated all kinds of imaginable worlds, making people full of anticipation. The author's grand epic narrative style, the control of each character, and the vivid and delicate writing style with great personal charm and diverse styles made people feel the lives of believers and fully feel the lovely and charming descriptions of elves. Not only did they witness the great voyage, but they also experienced the fantasy world of the Caribbean pirates. The story was filled with the mysterious Crusoe Stream, combining fantasy and mysterious elements, making people fascinated. Every time the mystery was revealed, it gave people the feeling of peeling onions layer by layer. When you try to unravel the mystery, the author will present you with another mysterious and interesting world, allowing you to immerse yourself in it, forget time, forget your troubles, and wonder what will happen next. The overall style of Deep Sea Ember was light and almost invincible. Although the background setting was a little dark, it gave people a relaxed and pleasant reading experience. Overall, this book was a work of epic art and was worth reading. Chapter 19: Cultivation in the Chaotic World of the Demonic Martial Arts: A New Book of the Transcriptionist "Who told him to cultivate!" It's funny, but it has a more rigorous setting. This kind of story should be like this. The simple fun and the rigorous and serious style are not attractive You can read these novels on Qidian Chinese Network.
1 answer
2025-02-01 21:56
Step by step.
I recommend " Catching up with the Cold CEO ". This book is a modern romance novel written by the author, Shan Xing. The male and female leads met for the first time and had a small misunderstanding. In the end, they became good friends. The male lead liked the female lead and would send her a goodnight message every night and even take her for a walk. I hope you like my recommendation.
1 answer
2024-09-04 01:44
step by step
Step by step was an idiom that described cautious actions and tight defenses. It came from the Romance of the Three Kingdoms, and the allusion was that the army would set up a camp every step forward. Taking one step at a time meant that the army would set up a camp every step forward. It was a metaphor for being cautious and fighting steadily. Now, it was often used to describe being cautious and steady.
1 answer
2024-12-17 18:15
In the original novel of " Startling Step by Step," was the jade sandalwood steamed step by step or step by step?
In the original work, the jade sandalwood was steamed step by step. In the novel," Startling Step by Step," there was a scene that described the process of steaming sandalwood. When the eighth prince learned that Yu Tan was sick, he went to her residence to visit her. In the process of steaming the jade sandalwood, the eighth prince personally supervised to ensure that the steaming time and temperature were in line with the regulations. Therefore, we can see that the container for steaming the sandalwood is placed under the steps and the sandalwood itself is also placed in the steamer.
1 answer
2024-09-16 12:56
Step by step, is there a sequel?
It was not known whether there would be a sequel to Startling Step. Although Startling Step was a very popular novel, it wasn't made into a complete sequel. This was because novels usually ended with the death of the protagonist rather than continuing the story in the form of sequels. Therefore, whether or not there would be any sequels to Startling Step would have to wait for the author or the producer to announce it.
1 answer
2024-09-13 01:46
Step by step novel
Startling Step by Step was a Chinese web novel. The novel told the story of a modern girl, Marte Roxi, who traveled to the Qing Dynasty and experienced all kinds of palace struggles and conspiracies in the palace. She had an emotional entanglement with the 14th prince. The novel was widely loved by readers and was regarded as one of the representative works of Chinese online novels.
1 answer
2024-09-24 09:50
Step by step novel
Startling Step by Step was a famous Chinese web novel, which was composed of the stories of the main characters such as Ruoxi and the 14th master. It told the story of the modern girl Ruoxi who traveled through time in the Qing Dynasty. The novel was first published in 2009 and was well received by readers. It has won many literary awards.
1 answer
2024-09-17 14:41
A novel, step by step
Step by step is a common plot in novels, usually used to describe the protagonist's gradual success through firm belief and cautious actions as he advances the story. This plot was often used in novels about growth, adventure, and war. In a step-by-step novel, the protagonist usually takes action in a challenging and dangerous environment. They need to constantly face various difficulties and challenges, and at the same time, they need to constantly seek opportunities and improve their strength. In every step of the action, the protagonist needed to carefully consider and analyze the situation to formulate a reasonable plan and strategy to gradually achieve the goal. In the novel, the protagonist's success was not achieved overnight. They needed to experience a series of setbacks and difficulties, and at the same time, they needed to constantly work hard and sweat. This kind of plot would usually let the readers feel the tenacity and courage of the protagonist, and at the same time, it could also let the readers feel the challenges and opportunities in life, thus stimulating the readers 'resonance and thinking.
1 answer
2024-08-28 09:26
Rebirth Step by Step
" Rebirth: Step by Step " was a web novel written by Flower Bird. The story was about the heroine, Jiang Shan, who was reborn and returned to the past. She became dark and determined to take revenge on those who had hurt her. She used all kinds of means to expose the true colors of those who used her and take back what belonged to her. This novel was a cool one. The female protagonist was unscrupulous, and her relationship developed slowly. The male protagonist did not appear at the beginning of the story. The novel was completed, with a total of 739,660 words.
1 answer
2025-01-08 14:44
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
h
i
j
k
l
m
n
o
p
q
r
s
t
u
v
w
x
y
z