Fated to Die? Not with My Favorability System

Leonard, an old man who lived an obedient yet unfulfilling life, is reborn as the illegitimate son of a powerful duke in a medieval fantasy world. However, this is no second chance at luxury—his family despises him, his stepmother plots his death, and his half-brother sees him as nothing more than a stain on their noble lineage. When the duke orders him to join the Hero’s party—a death sentence for someone without talent—Leonard realizes he is nothing more than a disposable pawn. But just as despair creeps in, a voice echoes in his mind. [Ding! The Favorability System is bound!] Now, Leonard has the power to gain Favorability Points from people around him. The stronger their favor toward him, the more of their talents he can steal. From noble ladies to legendary knights, he must use charm, manipulation, and strategy to survive in a world where power is everything. As the shadows of war loom and the so-called "Hero" reveals his true nature, Leonard must decide—will he remain a pawn in their game, or will he seize destiny for himself? > "I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com under the username [yadava]."