In a hospital room dimly lit by flickering lights, Alex grapples with the reality of his terminal illness after receiving devastating news from a doctor: he has only hours left to live. Surrounded by family members expressing their grief in different ways, he feels the weight of despair. His younger sister, Lily, clings to hope, contrasting with the resignation of their parents. As the pressure mounts, Alex considers giving up and seeks an escape from his suffering.
In a moment of desperation, he leaves the hospital and finds himself on a bridge, contemplating a final act of release. Just as he prepares to jump, a strange notification interrupts his thoughts, and he plunges into darkness. Instead of death, Alex awakens in a mystical realm where he is welcomed by Seraphina, a guardian who informs him that he has been chosen to wield the power of Gluttony-a force representing insatiable hunger for life and experiences.
In this new reality, Alex discovers he has a limited time to navigate his existence, represented by a glowing band on his wrist. He learns that he can extend his time by completing tasks and that his unique ability allows him to absorb the skills and memories of enemies he defeats. As he prepares to explore this enchanting yet perilous world, he feels a flicker of hope and the urge to reclaim his life, while also confronting the challenges that lie ahead. The journey of self-discovery and adventure begins, with the ticking clock reminding him of the urgency to embrace his newfound destiny.
Other Title: Guide to Cultivating as a Cannon Fodder (炮灰修真指南) by Qinglian Yuefu
Becoming a cannon fodder supporting a female character who is destined to die within the first three chapters, Zhang Yiyi decisively begins her self-rescue mode. This is the story of a young girl fighting her way out from among countless cannon fodder, ultimately achieving enlightenment and ascending by breaking through the void.