When 39-year-old financial genius Ethan Blake is tragically killed in a car accident, he finds himself reborn in a fantastical world as an 18-year-old with a second chance at life. In this new realm of magic and mystery, Ethan unlocks an extraordinary cheat code: the Global Bank, a powerful system that grants him unparalleled financial prowess and magical abilities. Ethan's path crosses with Princess Seraphina, the third princess of the wealthiest family in the kingdom. At 16, Seraphina's life has been far from a fairy tale. Used as a pawn in her father's schemes to expand his empire, she dreams of freedom and true love. Ethan and Seraphina's worlds collide as they form an unlikely alliance, determined to defy the odds and take control of their destinies. As Ethan navigates his new life, mastering the Global Bank's capabilities, he must protect Seraphina from her father's ruthless ambitions while unraveling the secrets of this fantastical world. Together, they will challenge the established order, fight for justice, and perhaps, discover a love that transcends worlds. ---- Tags and content warnings are mainly to give me creative freedom later on. This is my first real novel, so go easy on me. Any feedback is more than welcome, of course.
*Year: 18900, Month: 25 February, Day: Sunday Morning*
Raising my sword, I observe the wolves emerging stealthily from the shadows, their eyes gleaming with a predatory glint. "You're smaller than I anticipated," I remark coolly as I size up the lupine pack before me. The lead wolf responds with a low growl, triggering a ripple effect as its companions echo its aggression.
As the tension mounts, the wolves behind the alpha begin to surge forward, their sleek forms moving gracefully but with lethal intent. With a calculated step back, I prepare for the impending clash, noting how their fur ripples in the sunlight and their breath mists the air in front of them. The forest around us seems to hold its breath, anticipating the imminent confrontation.