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COINED: The darkness within...

Ben, a millionaire, swaps realities with his dream self Alsies, and wakes up upon a death sentence. A story about how both of them level up. Ben from real to fantasy world, and Alsies from fantasy to the real world, devoid of magic.

Killswitch · Fantasia
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55 Chs

Rise to power...Alsies

Being at the pinnacle of wealth and power, the life of a rich drug lord may seem enticing from the outside. However, beneath the glamorous facade, a profound sense of loneliness clutches their heart.In the extravagant world of drug lords, solitude becomes their constant companion. Surrounded by an entourage of followers who are driven solely by fear or personal gain, true companionship becomes elusive. The drug lord's wealth becomes both a blessing and a curse, isolating them from genuine emotional connections.Money can never buy emotional fulfillment, and this is the painful reality that plagues the drug lord's existence. Despite his material possessions and influence, Alsies yearned for someone to share his burdens, triumphs, and joys. But trust became an unattainable luxury, fostering a sense of paranoia that kept potential allies at bay.Moreover, as Alsies observed the repercussions of his own product, a different form of pain arose. The people who consumed his drugs, often driven by addiction and desperation, served as an agonizing reminder of the wreckage he had caused. Witnessing lives torn apart, families destroyed, and communities ravaged, the Alsies's conscience became burdened by guilt and remorse.Paradoxically, amidst this pain and suffering, arrogance dominated. His ego inflated with every conquest, every successful operation, and every rival eliminated. These accomplishments reinforced his sense of invincibility, blinding him to the suffering he had imposed on others. Arrogance empowered him to rationalize his actions, shielding him from confronting the immorality of his enterprise.In his relentless pursuit of dominance, the drug lord became ensnared in a self-destructive cycle. The allure of power, wealth, and influence blindsided him to the noble aspects of life: compassion, empathy, and genuine human connection. Fuelled by arrogance, he refused to acknowledge his own flaws and refused to seek redemption.The life of Alsies seemed glamorous and enviable, however, it was plagued by profound loneliness and a distorted sense of superiority. The pursuit of dominance and arrogance overshadowed the pain he inflicted on others and alienated him from the authentic joys of companionship and emotional fulfillment. As the drug lord, Alsies, grew deeper into the dark abyss of his empire, a moment of clarity amidst his arrogance brought forth an unexpected surge of remorse. The incident that shattered his façade of invincibility was the tragic death of his old and loyal friend and drug distributor, Mike.Mike had been by Alsies' side since the early days of his rise to power, serving as a trusted associate and confidant. Bound by loyalty and shared ambition, their partnership had thrived, propelling Alsies' illicit enterprise to uncharted heights. However, as the empire expanded, danger awaited at every turn.In their pursuit of dominance, Alsies became increasingly reckless, pushing boundaries and leading Mike into treacherous territories. It was a routine drug deal gone horribly wrong that sealed Mike's tragic fate. The encounter, intended to solidify Alsies' grip on power, but turned into a bloody showdown, leaving Mike lifeless on the cold ground, a martyr to Alsies' insatiable hunger for control.Suddenly, remorse surged through Alsies' veins like a venomous tide. The weight of Mike's death crushed his conscience, tearing through the layers of arrogance that had shielded him in the past. The realization that his desire for dominance had sacrificed a loyal friend began to gnaw at his soul.Guilt consumed Alsies, haunting his every waking moment. He could no longer ignore or rationalize the pain he had caused, the lives he had destroyed. Mike's death was a solemn reminder of the consequences of his actions, a stark illustration of the human toll his drug empire had exacted.The remorse Alsies experienced served as a turning point in his twisted journey. It shattered the rose-colored glasses through which he had viewed himself, exposing the ugly truth of his existence. The once-arrogant drug lord could no longer deny the monster he had become, nor the devastation he had unleashed upon countless innocent lives.From that moment forward, remorse transformed into a catalyst for change in Alsies' troubled soul. Determined to mend the wreckage and break free from the domineering grip of his arrogance, he embarked on a path of self-reflection and redemption. Remorse became the driving force of his transformation, prompting him to seek a path that would allow him to rectify the immeasurable pain he had inflicted, if even in some small measure.In this sea of remorse, Alsies found the flicker of humanity that had been buried beneath his quest for power. Mike's death became a tragic lesson etched into the depths of his being, forever reminding him of the consequences of his choices. And as his empire teetered on the brink of collapse, it was the remorse for Mike's death that compelled Alsies to make amends and strive for redemption, in a desperate attempt to find solace in a life marred by sorrow and regret, but the power kept drowning him pulling him deeper.As Alsies delved deeper into unraveling the circumstances surrounding Mike's death, a chilling truth emerged – his loyal lackey had been set up by a rival drug lord with cunning precision and nefarious intentions. The details of this sinister plot gradually unraveled, unveiling a web of deceit and betrayal.It began innocuously enough, with Mike unknowingly taking on a new business opportunity presented by a trusted contact. A seemingly lucrative deal that promised to expand their operation and solidify Alsies' empire. However, unbeknownst to Mike, lurking in the shadows was a rival drug lord, his every move calculated to ensure Mike's demise and deliver a significant blow to Alsies' reign.The trap was set. The unsuspecting Mike, accompanied by a small group of confidants, entered the clandestine meeting location. Little did he know that danger lay waiting, concealed in the depths of the dimly lit room. As the deal started to unfold, it quickly became apparent that something wasn't right .Suddenly, chaos erupted. Shots rang out, splitting the air with thunderous force. The tranquil scene transformed into a battlefield of bloodshed and desperation. In the crossfire, Mike's life was cut short, his body falling to the ground, drenched in crimson.As Alsies had laid before him the web of deceit that led to Mikes demise, a torrent of emotions engulfed him. Anguish, rage, and sorrow mingled within him, forming a visceral storm of emotions that threatened to consume his very being. The realization that Mike had been ruthlessly manipulated by a rival, that his friend's life had been extinguished in an act of cold-blooded violence, struck him to the core.