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I Was Mistaken as a Great War Commander
I became a staff officer of an empire whose defeat was certain.
The only way to escape from the empire with an 8-year mandatory service was through dishonorable discharge.
But then…
“You can be glad, Lieutenant. Thanks to your accurate instinct, our military could prevent damage in advance.”
The more I struggled to be discharged, the higher my performance evaluation became.
30 Years after Reincarnation, it turns out to be a Romance Fantasy Novel
After being reborn and living for 30 years, I realized that my life was actually a romance fantasy novel?
…Where are you looking?
Becoming a wizard’s s*ave, living as an experiment subject, then as an assassin, from a mercenary to a soldier, and finally becoming a knight.
This is the story of a man whose life spans across different genres by himself.
When The Phone Rings
"When the Phone Rings" is a South Korean web novel by author Yamyeong, first published in 2022. The story has garnered attention for its intricate character development and suspenseful narrative, leading to adaptations into both webtoon and television formats.
Synopsis
The novel centers on Hong Heeju, a sign language interpreter who becomes mute due to severe depression. She enters into a three-year arranged marriage with Baek Sa-eon, the youngest presidential spokesperson from a prestigious political family. Despite their marital bond, the couple has not communicated during their time together. The plot takes a dramatic turn when Hee-joo is taken hostage, and during the ordeal, she attempts to contact her husband, only for him to dismiss the call as a prank. This incident propels Hee-joo to assume the role of her own kidnapper, initiating a series of anonymous threats toward her husband. As the story unfolds, the couple confronts hidden truths and navigates the complexities of their relationship.
Review
"When the Phone Rings" offers a compelling exploration of communication and trust within a marriage of convenience. The narrative delves into the psychological landscapes of its characters, particularly focusing on Hee-joo's journey from silence to empowerment. Her transformation is portrayed with depth, highlighting her resilience and desire for autonomy.
Baek Sa-eon is depicted as a multifaceted character, balancing his public duties with personal challenges. The evolution of his relationship with Hee-joo is central to the narrative, providing a nuanced portrayal of a couple rediscovering each other under extraordinary circumstances.
The novel's pacing effectively maintains suspense, with each chapter revealing new facets of the characters' pasts and the intricacies of their present situation. The author's prose is engaging, with dialogues that reflect the tension and gradual intimacy between the protagonists.
However, some readers might find certain plot developments predictable, and the supporting characters could benefit from more detailed backstories to enhance the overall narrative. Despite these minor critiques, "When the Phone Rings" stands out as a thought-provoking read that examines the dynamics of a complex relationship.
In conclusion, "When the Phone Rings" is a noteworthy addition to contemporary Korean literature, offering a rich narrative that intertwines elements of romance, mystery, and psychological drama. It is recommended for readers who appreciate character-driven stories that delve into the intricacies of human connections.
The Hunter’s Gonna Lay Low
Hunter Cha Eui-jae, who was dispatched to seal a rift that appeared over the West Sea, was flung out as soon as he closed the rift. When he came to his senses, he was lying in a garbage dump.
Starving, he was drawn like a zombie is to blood to a hangover soup restaurant, where he realized that he had fallen into South Korea, eight years in the future.
In this era, disaster alerts notify people of rift openings in advance, ASMR videos of slimes gathered from dungeons were trending, and idle hunters livestream unboxings of A-rank longswords.
Unlike the past, where people trembled in fear of an impending apocalypse, the future was surprisingly peaceful, leaving Cha Eui-jae feeling empty. Since things had turned out this way, why not start a second chapter of life as a part-timer at the hangover soup restaurant, rather than being a hunter?
“That’s strange.”
“…”
“Have we met somewhere before?”
Cha Eui-jae’s plan to quietly spend his remaining days as the only part-time worker at the decades-old hangover soup restaurant goes awry when he encounters a mysterious, gas-masked individual…
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Journey Through Realms: Fulfilling Last Wishes
When people pass away, they often leave behind unfulfilled wishes. I will act as a force of justice, helping the deceased achieve their final desires before I return to my own world to confront and make peace with my own regrets.
Xianxia: Big Brother of Tianyong City
Xiao Yu transmigrates into a comprehensive xianxia universe, becoming the senior brother of Tianyong City and activating the Immortal Emperor System. Starting from the Foundation Establishment stage, he ascends through the Golden Core, Nascent Soul, and Spirit Transformation stages, ultimately achieving immortality! This universe seamlessly integrates multiple xianxia classics, such as Chinese Paladin 1, Chinese Paladin 3, and Gu Jian Qi Tan, among others.
Woke Up to Find the Game I Made Came True
Ye Bai was cryogenically frozen ten thousand years ago, and upon awakening, she found that Earth had entered the interstellar era.As an ancient human, merely surviving required exorbitant costs to filter out various viruses and radiation.At her wit's end, she looked up and saw a massive game advertisement spanning half the sky—In her time, Ye Bai had been a renowned game developer.The ad displayed her unreleased game, *Boundless Realms*, which she had created before being frozen.Three years ago, *Boundless Realms* burst onto the scene, causing a massive stir across the universe.This was because the game could actually enhance players' real-world mental and physical abilities, leading interstellar scholars to believe it might hold secrets of a higher civilization.However, the game was notoriously difficult. Despite investing immense effort, players couldn't even complete their first class advancement.That is, until Ye Bai decided to enter the game to monetize her insider knowledge...Not long after, interstellar players received an unprecedented server-wide announcement, the first in the game's three-year history:?Congratulations to the Milky Way Region's Earth player 'Baiye' for becoming the first Lord in the game!?The entire universe was in an uproar!Who was this reclusive Earth-based expert? How did they unlock the method to become a Lord? After all, players had been wandering and adventuring for three years, only to be labeled as drifters by NPCs!Meanwhile, Ye Bai: "...Wait, was everyone in the universe playing on guest accounts before?!"
The Laid-back Life of a Stepmother
Wen Ye, who had worked hard to become a company director in her previous life, was reincarnated as the daughter of a concubine in an ancient aristocratic family after a car accident.After learning the truth, Wen Ye completely gave up.She had no interest in the power struggles and favoritism within the household; she just wanted to lie down and be a lazy person, occasionally turning over.The consequence of her laziness was that she was still unmarried at the age of twenty. Her concubine mother was extremely anxious and pleaded with the main wife.The usually strict main wife gave Wen Ye three options:1. A newly minted scholar2. A cousin from the main wife's family3. A widowed Ministry of Justice official with childrenAfter considering for a day, Wen Ye finally chose the third option.Upon hearing this, the concubine mother grabbed Wen Ye and began to worry: "These days, being a stepmother is difficult. Why are you doing this? I think that new scholar is quite good."Wen Ye swallowed the last bite of mung bean pastry and said, "This new scholar has a cousin who grew up with him in his hometown."The concubine mother was speechless for a moment: "Then there's your main wife's cousin..."Wen Ye took a sip of tea and said, "There are too many people in that family, with two mothers-in-law alone."Moreover, each branch of the family had so many concubines and aunts, and she couldn't be bothered to serve them.The concubine mother: "..."Wen Ye put down her teacup and continued, "This Ministry of Justice official is different."The concubine mother: "How is he different?"Wen Ye: "Both his parents are deceased, he has a car and a house, an elder brother and sister-in-law above him, and a son below. When I marry him, I won't have to manage the household or bear children.""As for the little one, I don't have to worry about him either. As the saying goes, a sister-in-law is like a mother. Mrs. Lu can be considered half a grandmother to the little one."The concubine mother: "..."Mrs. Lu, the sister-in-law who was only twenty-five: "..."
A Little Trick, the Scumbag Dad Can’t Hold the Knife After Understanding Love
?Funny + Raising Kids + Group Pet + 1v1 + Both Pure + Female Lead Meets CP Lu Jinghuai After Adulthood??Funny Little Sun with 800 Schemes Beneath Her Cheerful Exterior x Holy Beauty with a Sinister and Cunning Nature Beneath His Saintly Appearance?Nian Nian found herself transported into a group pet novel, becoming the despised biological daughter of her foster father, who wields immense power. Her birth was steeped in conspiracy, a bloodline tainted by a wicked family.In the original story, due to jealousy over the female lead effortlessly receiving all the affection, she commits a grave mistake, provoking her furious father to expel her from the Ji family. Eventually, she is treacherously plotted against by the male lead and dies a tragic death.Nian Nian thinks: Who says this book is old? The plot is fantastic, with excitement hitting the roof!To survive, she decides to cling to the unpredictable and temperamental father's thigh. When the female lead arrives, whoever wants to be the Ji family's eldest daughter can have it; she's saving up to run away.Little did she expect, this cling turned into a decade-long affair. By the time she wanted to escape, those around her weren't willing anymore. Under Nian Nian's influence, the cold-hearted father learns to love, the future male lead who was supposed to have eight children with the female lead becomes indifferent, and even a future major antagonist is willing to be the third wheel, humbly submitting for love.A group of side characters with severe childhood traumas find their body bags (figuratively, their lives) becoming warm and fuzzy."Mr. Ji, the eldest young lady has been gone for three days.""Has she admitted her mistake?""No, she's been spreading rumors outside that you can poop three tons at once."Father: "…………"
In order to live immortal, I changed a martial artist world to a xianxia world
In the Comprehensive Martial Arts Continent, five great empires vie for supremacy!
Soul Land V (Douluo Dalu): Rebirth of Tang San
First-Generation God King Tang San, with a trace of divine consciousness, roamed the universe, searching for the world where his wife had reincarnated. Guided by that divine consciousness, he arrived at a place called Demon Monster Land, only to find that it was a world where humans were as lowly as livestock…
