Cherreads

Love of Fortune and Steel

Tux_Philosopher
Love of Fortune and Steel is a historical fantasy that weaves together romance, comedy, adventure, and the clash of worlds. James, a modern-day banker with an unwavering passion for history, experiences an extraordinary transformation during a routine museum visit. A mysterious supernatural force transmigrates him into a parallel medieval realm—a world familiar yet distinctly altered with its own unique nations, rulers, customs, and the presence of mana, a mystical energy that enhances martial prowess. In this enigmatic land, James encounters Bisera, a formidable and strikingly beautiful general of the Vakerian Empire, locked in a desperate struggle against the powerful Gillyrian Empire. Utilizing items granted by the supernatural entity, James saves Bisera’s life. Grateful and believing him to be a divine emissary sent by the Universal Spirit in response to her prayer, Bisera invites James to join her in defending the Vakerian Empire. As two souls isolated by their disparate worlds, a profound romance swiftly ignites between them. However, Bisera’s devout faith and the heavy burden of her responsibilities compel her to restrain their relationship, fearing that any overt passion might conflict with her duties and incur the wrath of the Universal Spirit, condemning their souls and the Vakerian Empire to ruin. James, enthralled by Bisera’s personality and talent, finds himself irresistibly drawn to her, yet frustrated by the invisible barriers she maintains. The vast differences in their worldviews and customs, coupled with James’s determination to return to his own world—an eventuality that might irrevocably separate them—act as chains on their blossoming love. With his modern knowledge and items, along with Bisera’s reliance on him, James quickly becomes an invaluable asset to the Vakerian Empire. However, this also makes him a target of Vakerian court politics and Gillyrian diplomacy. Their bond is further tested with the arrival of Saralta, a bold and free-spirited cavalry commander from the Vakerian steppes. In stark contrast to Bisera’s reserved and devout nature, Saralta pursues James with unbridled confidence and charm, challenging Bisera’s deeply held beliefs. Saralta’s liberal approach to love ignites a complex and often comical love triangle, forcing Bisera to confront her fear of losing James to Saralta’s advances and her greater dread of endangering their souls should they succumb to their feelings. As the Gillyrian onslaught intensifies, James, Bisera, and Saralta are swept into a maelstrom of love, duty, and faith. Bisera grapples with her unwavering sense of duty and steadfast faith, torn by the love that binds her to James. Saralta oscillates between the allure of freedom and the demands of propriety. Meanwhile, James must navigate his deep emotional devotion to Bisera and his fiery physical attraction to Saralta, all while striving to find a way between the two worlds before losing them both.
Table of contents
Latest Updates

For the Rewardzz

For getting rewards, I'm just going to copy paste some chat gpt story. do now read its brain rot. ### Chapter 4: The Test of Teamwork The gymnasium buzzed with the energy of first-year students, all eager and nervous for their first official training session at U.A. High. The high ceilings and polished floors reflected the bright lights overhead as Jun'ichirō Yamamoto stood with his classmates, his hands shoved deep into the pockets of his uniform. The students around him murmured, discussing what they expected from the day’s challenges. Some were clearly nervous, while others seemed to be putting on confident fronts. Jun wasn’t exactly nervous, but he couldn’t deny the undercurrent of excitement that thrummed beneath his calm demeanor. After all, this was U.A. High School—the institution that had produced heroes like All Might, Endeavor, and Best Jeanist. But, deep down, Jun knew that if he wanted to survive here, he couldn’t afford to coast on his natural talent. He needed to prove himself, to show that he could be more than just a student with an alien quirk. Aizawa, the class’s homeroom teacher, stood in front of them with his usual disinterested posture, his arms folded across his chest. His disheveled appearance and dark circles beneath his eyes only added to the no-nonsense aura he exuded. His quirk, Erasure, was legendary, and it was said that if he looked at you, your quirk was nullified—an ability that made him one of the most dangerous teachers at U.A. "Listen up," Aizawa's voice cut through the chatter, bringing the room to a sudden hush. "Today is your first real test. No more games. No more showboating. If you want to survive U.A., you’ll need to prove you can work together, use your quirks effectively, and think on your feet. There will be no excuses." Jun's eyes narrowed slightly. It seemed like Aizawa was going to make an example out of them right from the start. Aizawa pulled out a small remote from his pocket and clicked a button. A large screen behind him flickered to life, showing a map of what appeared to be a battlefield. On the screen were various zones, obstacles, and what looked like several large robotic structures. "This is the ‘Rescue and Escape’ exercise," Aizawa continued, his voice steady. "You will be divided into teams. Each team will have to navigate a mock city filled with obstacles and rescue a simulated civilian trapped in a building. However, you’re not just going to be saving civilians. The situation will be chaotic. There will be simulated villains in your way. And there are no rules—only one objective: to work together and succeed." A collective murmur rippled through the students. Jun could sense the rising tension. This wasn't just some obstacle course or simple test of strength. The exercise was designed to simulate the complexities of real-world hero work, where thinking on your feet and working with others could mean the difference between life and death. "You'll each be assigned to a team," Aizawa said, tapping the remote again. "You will have twenty minutes to prepare. After that, we begin." A holographic display appeared in the air, showing the names of the students along with their team assignments. Jun scanned the list. **Team 1:** * Bakugou Katsuki * Midoriya Izuku * Jiro Kyoka * Jun'ichirō Yamamoto Jun raised an eyebrow at the composition of his team. *Bakugou, Midoriya, and Jiro. This should be interesting.* He knew about Bakugou’s explosive personality and Midoriya’s remarkable quirk, but Jiro... she was a bit of an unknown. Still, Jun wasn’t worried. He’d dealt with difficult personalities in his past life, and he was more than capable of handling this. "Let’s get moving," Bakugou growled, his usual scowl already in place. He wasn’t exactly the type to make friends easily. His explosive quirk and hot-headed personality were well-known, but Jun wasn’t about to be intimidated. After all, Bakugou might have raw power, but Jun had his own tricks up his sleeve.
Themasterblaster · 1.6k Views

From Substitute to Sovereign: The Reborn Tycoon's Reign

Song Hua, who was abandoned by her parents since childhood and grew up in the countryside, was suddenly taken back to her wealthy family one day. Her father told her: "You and your sister are not people of the same world. Her future is limitless, she is a phoenix soaring for nine heavens. Naturally, she cannot marry a cripple! It's a bargain for you!" Her mother warned: "The Yu family has a large business and a great reputation. Being able to marry into their family in your sister's place is a blessing you've cultivated for eight lifetimes! Don't be ungrateful!" Yu Tingzhi, a famous genius in Jiang City. After a car accident, not only were the legs of the genius Yu Tingzhi disabled and his talent disappeared, but he was also a good-for-nothing who didn't even pass the senior high school entrance exam. One is a little village girl from the countryside; One is a well-known good-for-nothing; Such two people are indeed a perfect match. For a time, everyone was waiting to see the joke of the eldest daughter of the Song family. .. One day, the little village girl and the good-for-nothing in everyone's eyes appeared at a banquet where big shots gathered at the same time. Song Hua expressed: "I'm here to serve dishes as a part-time job." The latter said calmly: "What a coincidence, I'm also here for a part-time job." So, everyone witnessed two big shots serving dishes for an entire evening at the banquet in order to hide their identities. .. On the wedding day, big shots from the capital gathered. Big Shot Number One: "Third Master's wedding, we are here to clear the way for Third Master!" Big Shot Number Two: "Welcome Miss Song back to the capital!" Big Shot Number Three: "......" Big Shot Number Four: "......" Looking at these big shots who could usually only be seen in news columns, the Song family was dumbfounded, and Song Baoyi cried and said she regretted it. [You can expect 3-4 chapter a day ( for now) and more if I am in good mood!]
Echo_Verse · 6.2k Views