MTL - Home Cook - v2 Chapter 814 The bird in the cage (I don't care, the nightingale is number one in the world)

Ethan Cross was just an ordinary college student in his past life—until he died trying to save a banker playing hero. Now, he finds himself reincarnated in “New World”, a realm plagued by Dread Beasts, where only those who awaken Aethermarks can become Heroes.But there’s a problem.Ethan has awakened as an E-rank Hero, the weakest tier, cursed with only one ability slot—a death sentence for any aspiring warrior. With no powerful clans willing to recruit him and the world already looking down on him, his future seems bleak.Until he discovers his Innate Talent: Sanctum of Beasts.This mysterious power grants him access to a personal dimension, where he can hunt endless waves of Dread Beasts. Unlike the real world, slaying them in this space drops Ability Fragments, which he can combine to gain abilities without slot restrictions. Even better? Time flows differently—he can train for days, yet only an instant passes in reality.Determined to rise from nothing, Ethan embarks on a secret journey to accumulate power. But as he completes missions and unravels the truth about the Black Pits, he realizes there’s something far more sinister lurking beneath the surface.The Hero Association hides dark secrets. Villains roam freely in the shadows. And Dread Beasts may not be the mindless creatures everyone believes them to be.With powerful enemies watching his every move, Ethan must play a dangerous game—remain unnoticed or become the hunter of both beasts and men.But one thing is certain:In this world, strength is everything. And Ethan Cross will carve his own path to the top—no matter the cost.

In a charming small town, Mani and his towering, affectionate minotaur wife, Mocha, run a bustling café that’s as warm and inviting as their love for each other. Balancing their daily lives, they face everything from quirky customers and fierce business rivals to unexpected adventures and tender moments. Mocha’s towering frame and mischievous teasing often leave Mani flustered, but her unwavering love and care for him create a bond stronger than any challenge.Whether they’re navigating holidays, tackling home projects, or simply enjoying quiet nights together, their days are filled with laughter, love, and the occasional bit of fan-service chaos. From heartwarming acts of devotion to playful antics, their story celebrates the beauty of an unconventional relationship and the magic of finding true partnership.In this lighthearted and romantic slice-of-life tale, Mani and Mocha prove that love comes in all shapes, sizes, and flavors—just like the drinks at their café.

Two years ago, the famous teenage e-sports genius, Daylight, accused an opponent of cheating in a competitive game and eventually disappeared from e-sports.

Two years later, the small streamer (ShadowBlade) dominates in an Overwatch match and runs into the super famous streamer, (KangMing).

Kang Ming: Can you shoot me again?!

– YOU WERE ELIMINATED BY SHADOWBLADE –

Kang Ming: Oh.

Then ShadowBlade finally realized: if I want to die, I must do it myself.

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[Ding! You have extracted the Dragon Empress’s unborn child. Do you wish to claim it as a pet?][Ding! You have extracted all the impurities from the Starlight Sword. Its rank has been upgraded from Epic to Legendary!][Ding! You have extracted the skill: Lightning Judgment Lv100.][Ding! You have extracted the unique Class Blood warlock!]…After dying at the hands of the God of Destruction, Gabriel found himself in the body of an insignificant character in the game Realm of Ascendancy, before its launch and convergence with reality.Witnessing the world being obliterated before his eyes, along with his friends and family, Gabriel swore to make a difference in this timeline.Armed with the God-tier Extraction Talent, follow him as he uses his knowledge of the game’s future to manipulate both NPCs and players, turning them into powerful lackeys who will lay down their lives for him without hesitation.And all he needed to do was fulfill the unique condition set by the mysterious goddess who granted him a second chance.“The skills of those you kill? Yours.”“Their strength, their talent, their souls? Yours.”“Their loot? Yours.”“Their class? Yours!”“The resources of the universe? Yours!”“Their experience points? Yours!”“You will devour the power of the strong and rise beyond the heavens.”“Kill, KILL, KILL, KILL! Kill everything that blocks your path—monsters, humans, gods, whatever! Slaughter them and extract!!”