Rebirth of the Global Banker
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.
Crucial Conquests
*Year: 18900, Month: 24 February, Day: Saturday Evening*
A week later, I found myself sitting in my new study room, the scent of pine and fresh earth drifting through an open window. Sunlight filtered through the dense canopy outside, casting dappled shadows on the parchment spread across my desk. As I worked to expand my region, every stroke of my quill brought me one step closer to increasing my influence in the world.
I leaned back in my chair, taking a moment to assess the intricate web of strategies I had devised. My eyes traced the lines connecting one settlement to another, a tapestry of potential alliances and conquests woven from the threads of ambition and foresight. The weight of my responsibility pressed down on me, but it was a burden I bore willingly, for the sake of those who depended on my guidance.