Scarlett Jerkins' dream was simple: wealth and the freedom to indulge. But when she let love in, she regretted it as her life was brutally cut short by her husband's family, ending a six-month coma but fate had other plans. Ding! {You've awakened the Echo System.} Scarlett's eyes flickered open to an unfamiliar world, guided by an enigmatic system that revealed her new reality: an apocalypse world where monsters born from history deceased roamed free. She discovered that she was among the chosen members chosen by the system destined to save humanity. But this newfound purpose felt like a curse. Having escaped death only to face it again was a cruel twist of fate. And to make matters worse, her life was now tied to Garvin Johnson, her former rude, spoilt brat boss, whom she must protect at all costs. As she navigates this treacherous realm, she must confronts twisted creatures born from history's deceased. With the three elements at her command, she must gather resources, slay monsters, and safeguard Garvin. Scarlett's drive for survival becomes a quest for redemption, fueled by her past traumas and newfound purpose. As stakes escalate, Scarlett and Garvin face impossible choices, forging alliances with other chosen members who were handsome men and confronting enemies in a desperate bid to ensure humanity's survival. Note: The novel also contains reverse harem.
The next morning, Scarlett's eyes fluttered open to the warm rays of sunlight casted golden glow across her face. She blinked groggily, her head pounding with a dull ache. As her vision cleared, she realized she was lying on a firm bed, covered with a blanket.
"Good morning," a gentle voice greeted her. It was Maya, sitting close by with a soft smile. "You're finally awake."
Hearing Maya's voice, Scarlett turned her head slowly. The motion made her temples throb, but she managed a faint smile in return.
Just then, Garvin moved closer, though the strain on his face made it clear he was still in pain. Despite this, his worried expression spoke louder than words. "I'm glad you're awake," he said, his voice warm yet weak. "You had us all scared last night."
Scarlett pushed herself up, rubbing her temples to ease the lingering ache. "What happened?"