Witchbound: My Power Grows With Every Trial Novel

Ren's life has been defined by isolation and hardship. Abandoned to the slums, he survived through invisibility and self-reliance, trusting no one. Everything changes when he discovers a concealed tunnel leading to an ancient shrine lost to time. Within its walls, he encounters a black cat with golden eyes and experiences a voice speaking directly into his mind. The shrine harbors secrets far deeper than its appearance suggests, as does the mysterious cat itself. Pulled toward forces ancient and enigmatic, Ren faces a critical choice: embrace a new path forward or continue fleeing from a world that has only caused him pain. While the city remains indifferent to his fate, something dwelling in darkness may hold a different regard for him. This story eschews systems, otherworldly elements, and magical reversals, instead emphasizing mystery and the transformation of its protagonist.