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Where Ashes Bloom: The Afterlife I Didn't Ask For
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Jul 11, 2025
A12,376words
Synopsis

Mori, a brilliant nihilist, sought death's embrace. Instead, he awoke in Aksara, a fantasy world—an afterlife he never asked for. His suicide failed, leaving him only with bitter disappointment. Now, with a sharp mind and an apathetic gaze, he navigates this new reality, forced to adapt to a world he utterly despises.

Renamed Einar, he finds himself burdened by an unwanted continuation. With a photographic memory, he cynically observes and learns Aksara's magic, developing a unique 'Shard Planting' system to compensate for his limited mana. His inherent arrogance and manipulative intellect, though cloaked in indifference, inevitably pull him into the world's conflicts. From a clumsy encounter with novice adventurers to deeper intrigues, Einar is an unwilling participant. Will a man who loathes existence uncover a reason to live in a world he never desired, or will he merely remain an indifferent observer, waiting for fate's final curtain call?

Note from author

Heyya, this is Clowny. I know that I'm not a great writer, nor am I a consistent one. but I hope this story brings at least a little bit of joy for you. Please leave a comment if there are any mistakes that you spot so I could fix it immediately.
- With love, from your fella' Clowny

Heyya, this is Clowny. I know that I'm not a great writer, nor am I a consistent one. but I hope this story brings at least a little bit of joy for you. Please leave a comment if there are any mistakes that you spot so I could fix it immediately.
- With love, from ...

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