Zhao Qingfeng, who was terminally ill, was reborn in the year 2001.... more>>

That year, his childhood sweetheart and school beauty, Shen Lingyao, turned 18.

Zhao Qingfeng: “The ‘I love you’ that the teacher talked about consists of a subject, predicate, and object, right?”

Shen Lingyao: “Right.”

Zhao Qingfeng: “Was the adverbial clause I added before also correct?”

Shen Lingyao: “Right.”

Zhao Qingfeng: “What about the attributive?”

Shen Lingyao: “Right.”

Zhao Qingfeng: “So, you love me too, right?”

Shen Lingyao: “Right… Huh? You brother Qingfeng, trying to take advantage of me again, take this punch from me, your princess!”

This is a story about childhood sweethearts, both bashful yet eagerly rushing towards each other, filled with sweet moments.

It also touches on family and friendships, as well as business and farming. <<less

Jung Jiheon was once a promising swimmer, but retired early due to an injury and is now working diligently at a sports agency. Currently, the greatest interest in the sports market is none other than Kwon Jaekyung, and numerous agencies are fighting fiercely behind the scenes to scout him.... more>>

In the meantime, Jiheon is ordered by his boss to somehow lure Jaekyung into his agency, and he miraculously succeeds thanks to their insignificant and brief relationship of going to the same swimming center 10 years ago.

However, when they agree to meet for the first time in a long while, Kwon Jaekyung is not interested in the terms of the contract. He just suddenly asks about Jiheon’s second gender…. <<less

[I’ve found someone I like, so I want you to break up with me.]... more>>

My childhood friend and girlfriend, Yoshino Sumika, suddenly broke up with me at a family restaurant.

[Is there anything wrong with me?]

[I guess it’s because there’s nothing wrong with you.]

Even when I asked her why she didn’t like me anymore, I wasn’t convinced at all, but Sumika just said what she said and left the family restaurant.

At that moment, when I was tormented by the sadness of being dumped by Sumika and was feeling desperate, thinking that I wanted to die, what I saw was a beautiful girl who was about to be hit by a car.

I pushed her away and lost consciousness.

◆◇

When I woke up, I was on a hospital bed, and I saw a beautiful girl who was leaning against me sleeping, and I could have mistaken her for an angel.

The beautiful girl, Arayashiki Kohime, seemed to be the girl I had saved, and she suddenly said to me,

“Please let me return the favor !”

Thus, I was repaid with a favor from Kohime, who was tens, thousands, or even a billion times prettier and gentler than Sumika, and we began to build the best relationship ever. <<less

As part of the imperial family, every move by Chu Yuan in this game of chess is made with apprehension, fearing that with a moment of inattentiveness, the whole match will be lost in a single move.... more>>

Ascending to the throne at eighteen, not half a year passes before civil strife erupts in Yun Nan. Though the thoughts of the old guard at the imperial court are not exactly identical, they are all waiting to see how the new emperor will put an end to this.

Unexpectedly, before this side could make a move, a few thousand miles away, the King of Xi Nan, Duan Bai Yue, had already personally commanded troops to attack in all directions; not half a year had passed when peace was restored.

Sparse moonlight shines into the palace; Chu Yuan stamped the wax seal himself, and had a secret letter sent urgently to Yun Nan 800 miles away — this time, what must we(1) give in exchange?

Brush marks passed through the back of the paper; it almost can be seen, when writing this line, how angry the young emperor was.

Duan Bai Yue spread out a piece of paper unhurriedly, replying with only one word.

You.

Note (1): Chu Yuan is using the royal ‘we’ here.

The Emperor’s Strategy is the fourth book in Yu Xiao Lan Shan’s Jianghu/Strategy series. Each book is standalone, but there are character cameos and mentions that don’t disrupt the flow of the main story of each book.

1st book: Everywhere in Jianghu is Wonderful
2nd book: The Jianghu is Full of Local Tyrants
3rd book: The Bandit’s Strategy
4th book: The Emperor’s Strategy
5th book: Return Together <<less

My childhood friend went to the academy.

A middle-aged engineer who was weary of life ended up being reborn into a different world as Zack, the son of a frontier feudal lord.... more>> Once there, he received a mission from God. He was told to prepare himself for the task of “guiding the future hero of the world”. With that in mind, Zack not only trained himself in swordsmanship and magic but also committed himself towards reforming problems in hygiene and education. After developing a new local product, Zack was reminded of his once forgotten dream: brewing alcohol! As he resurrected his long lost passion, it was the beginning of his “Dream Life”. <<less

She becomes interrupted by love, a jealousy inducer, and the female friend of the male lead.... more>>

And in addition, she even has an unrequited love with the male lead. It was ruined.

As long as this is the case, let’s just become friends!

It was nice to have the first meeting with such a young male lead…

“Hello, Bouser Youngae (Polite way for noble’s daughter)”

“Uwa!!” You were mistaken for a girl and you cried?

Fortunately, she managed to resolve the misunderstanding and become close friends. However, the male lead in his childhood is more shy and soft-hearted than I thought.

Eventually, she became attached to the male lead and decided to become a real friend.

However, due to the disturbance of the male lead father and the war broke out, we had to be separated for a long time, I thought I could barely meet him again and stay the same as before but….

“Your eyes must have dropped a lot since I didn’t see you. Princess Averine!”

What’s wrong with him again?!

It’s not just that. Rather than getting along, he keeps get into trouble when he has a chance, and most of all, he even bothers my love business!!

Aren’t we just friends?! <<less

My childhood friend kissed a guy I didn't know. ... more>>

"I want to die."

I murmured subconsciously, only to be stopped vehemently by a girl I didn't know.

The girl turned out to be my stalker.

"If your heart is broken then... Why don't you go out with me?"

"It's fine even if you don't like me."

A bitter tale of youth featuring a boy who couldn't accept his unrequited love for his childhood friend and a girl who was following him around. <<less

When I saw the fangs of a demon roaring in front of me …... more>>

At that moment, I remembered “I’ve seen this before”

“I’m in the world of the classic RPG I used to play in my previous life.”

“And I’m … a losing heroine who is the hero’s childhood friend, but will be forgotten by him in the future!”

This character is a childhood friend of the Brave Hero, she confessed to the hero, before he went on his journey to defeat the Demon King, and promises to wait for him until his return …

But her time on screen ended there, after only an hour.

The hero fell in love with another girl, the Main Heroine, on his journey and forgets her promise … making many players feel sorry for her.

…

If I stay in this village like in the original story, my future is only the one of a losing heroine!

In order to prevent this from happening, I’ll leave the village, armed with the talent for concoction of magical potions that I’ve been working on.

And then, I’ll aim to become an alchemist Master in the Royal City.

I’m not sure what the end was for the childhood friend of the Brave Hero in the original story but …

I’ll grab a happy future on my own! <<less

Irie Tsukasa had a longing to be a hero when he was a child.
His desire was stronger than anyone else’s, so much so that he would get himself into trouble, and many times he was reckless and got injured.... more>>

The burn scars on his back, the dog bites on his shoulders.
It is an embarrassing past now.
Even in his second year of high school, the scars remained with him…

“I can’t let them know about this…..!”

However, Yuzuha, a childhood friend and one of the girls he saved, sees the scar.
The secret that he had been hiding until now.
Unfortunately, after one of the girls finds out, the other girls find out that the man who saved her in the past was actually Tsukasa.
And it just so happens that they all happen to be the three most famous girls in the school…

“Um, you know……… today…do you want to go home with me?”

For some reason, things suddenly started to go wrong. <<less

Yamada Ryuto, a first-year high school student, has a childhood friend named Tamachi Riho, who is one year older than him.... more>>

One day, Riho shows him the screen of a hypnosis app.

Of course, it was just a fake app.

But he was curious to see how she would react if he pretended to be hypnotized, so Ryuto pretended to be hypnotized.

And then–he was kissed.

And with a confession.

However, it was a confession and kiss because Riho thought that Ryuto was in a hypnotic state and did not retain his memories, so it would definitely cause trouble if it was known that Ryuto was actually just pretending to be hypnotized.

So, Ryuto’s days of pretending to be hypnotized and being pressured in various ways begin—. <<less

After dropping out of college due to a false #MeToo accusation. And so I immersed myself in gaming.... more>>

However, for some reason, my friends are extraordinary.

...Why are they so obsessed with me? <<less

This is a basic "NTR-Zama" story. The plot is almost the same as the title, but the story is narrated from the alternating perspectives of... more>> husband and wife. <<less

Raizou Takakura, who died of a heart attack on his way to work, is reborn in another world as the third son of a farmer, now known as Walm.... more>>

However, peace is fleeting as his homeland's relentless conflicts continue. Walm is conscripted into the heart of battle, where he faces senseless death, experiences both happiness and horror, and sees the world through eyes dimmed by the constant presence of death.

Inevitably stained by the madness of the battlefield, Walm awakens unusual talents that he never knew he had.

Worn down and mentally strained, Walm struggles to maintain his sense of right and wrong, often resorting to alcohol and tobacco to escape the harshness of his situation.

As the war nears its bitter end in the Highserk Empire, a major disturbance looms, promising to forever alter the destiny of the entire empire. <<less

Xu Xiuwen, who was battered and bruised, was reborn and found himself back at the farewell dinner after the college entrance examination. It was the... more>> year 2005. Facing the aggressive former love rival and the childhood sweetheart he once had a crush on, he decided to start a new life. After being reborn, he not only wants to recover the white moonlight that he missed in his previous life, but also builds his own business empire. Fame and fortune, career and love, he wants them all! <<less

Due to an accident, Tang Feng returned to the night before the college entrance examination! Not only did he meet his childhood sweetheart, but he also obtained the Ultimate Genius Sign-in system.... more>>

Signing in every day could earn a different amount of points.

These points could be used to exchange for various skills and items.

“Congratulations to the host for obtaining the Genius Secret Manual!”

“Congratulations to the host…”

Tang Feng and his childhood sweetheart embarked on a perfect life together. <<less

In a world where humanity can only survive in the area protected by God’s Barrier.... more>>

People who called themselves Adventurers are protecting the people from the threats of monsters.

They were able do so with the power called Blessing and a 10 meter tall humanoid weapon called Artificial God.

Two people, Shin and Yuri has wandered into this cruel world by unknown cause.

Shin who had obtained the Blessing to create an object started his life as an Adventurer with gun in his hand. Then one day, the village he was residing in are being attacked by the greatest threats of mankind, and then a desperate battle to prevent calamity has taken place.

At such time, Yuri that was left behind have awakened the power to summon the Armor of God, Seikishin.

After the incident, Shin was hailed as the Hero and Yuri was called as the True Miko.

For the sake of their love, the story of two people who will fight even against God to find a way to return to their home begin. <<less

I, Yusuke Suzushiro, had three childhood friends.... more>>

One of them, Yuki Akikawa, was my beloved, and I was so happy to be able to go out with her.

Those days were like a dream.

If only this time could last forever.

That was all I wished for. <<less

Not everyone wants to live a life filled with fame, riches, glory, and honor. Some, just want the easy life. To live a life that simply plays itself over and over, with a hint of spice here and there. ... more>>

To our young hero Yun Xi, he felt his calling for bread. He did not want to be the Godly Swordsman of old, nor the Majestic Immortal Emperor. He just wanted to be a plain-old breadmaker.

Yet, his dreams are crushed when he is given a revelation of the stars. From now on, how will his life change? <<less

Existing all over the world sleeps treasure tools with special powers.... more>>

Riches, Prestige, and finally Power.

Chasing glory, an era where Treasure Hunters rampage through Treasure Shrines without regard for danger.

Together with his childhood friends, Krai shares the dream of becoming a hunter. On their first expedition he notices that out of the six of them, he is the only one without any talent.

However, that was only the beginning of their adventures.

“It’s too unreasonable. I want to quit this dangerous job already. I’m gonna throw up. ”

“Ok, got it. In other words we should get strong enough to cover your part too. Nice handicap.”

“Don’t worry Krai-chan. We’ll make sure to protect you.”

“Ah, stop. If you step there you’ll disappear without even leaving dust behind. Take care, ok leader?”

Protected by his childhood friends that are too strong, relying on his juniors and other hunters – they aim at being heroes and obtaining treasure.

Will Krai be able to quit being a hunter while still in one piece? <<less

The protagonist, Itsuki Jinpei, who was born and raised in the countryside, suddenly finds himself at a crossroads in his life when the high school he was planning to attend is closed.... more>>

After being accepted into the high school in the city center [Amanohashidate Academy] introduced by his teacher, he moved to Tokyo and started living on his own.

There, Jinpei is reunited with his childhood friend Hanazono Kanna, who separated from him more than ten years ago and is now famous as the president of a beautiful high school girls…..

"Jinpei kun, from today I’m going to live here too !"

"Okay, got it. Turn around and go home now."

She brings her personal belongings to Junpei’s house and begins to stay there.

Then Asakura Nao, a member of the track team who holds the future of Japan’s women’s short-distance world in her hands, and Sasatsuki Mika, a renowned child prodigy actress, join the group, and Jinpei’s peaceful life is spectacularly disrupted.

This slapstick romantic comedy, in which Jinpei is immersed by a group of geniuses and beauties, begins here ! <<less

I'm Leaf, a pharmacist in a remote village. Suddenly, a nobleman comes and takes away my fiancée, who is also my master's granddaughter.... more>>

She makes me work for her and it seems like she's been seeing someone else behind my back.

She tells me she's marrying the nobleman and wants me to leave the pharmacy I inherited from my master.

"How about you work for me as my servant at the noble's mansion?"
"Forget it... I don't want anything to do with you anymore!"

I get angry, leave my fiancée and the village, and start traveling. There, I save a girl from an attack in the forest and discover I'm an incredible pharmacist with amazing combat skills like an S-ranked adventurer.

Later, I become successful in the royal capital. Meanwhile, my fiancée and the nobleman face tough times after pushing me away.

"Give me the usual medicine."
"I can't give you the usual without Leaf!"

The nobleman, disliked by the villagers (who are actually retired legendary heroes), falls from grace, and my fiancée's luck takes a turn for the worse... <<less

Arlenrose Vi Fleurose, the princess of Fleurose Kingdom, the sole remaining kingdom on the continent, bore the burden of being treated as an outcast due to her status as a recessive Alpha. ... more>>

However, in truth, she wasn't even a recessive Alpha but an Omega. And she was also Diabolus, the leader of Demonas, a group of Omega liberation movement.

* * *

"Princess, I think you like that man."

"Ah... Ca, Carmin..."

Arlenrose was disgusted with herself for being so flustered just because of an Alpha's pheromones. Overwhelmed with self-loathing and disgust, she collapsed on the dresser, her head hanging low.

"How did it feel to be held by another man while the man you love is just outside the door?"

How pitiful was it for the princess to be born as an Omega and live in hiding?

Determined to make her feel even more pitiful, Leybid, feeling aroused, untied her garter belt. He roughly grabbed the undergarment hanging on her pale ankles, causing the flimsy fabric to tear with a pathetic sound.

"Your Highness. I apologize, but I will break down the door." 

Carmin Modreo was her unrequited love and escort knight, that was until he drew his sword. <<less

Transmigrating into a Fantasy world with no female lead, Yan Zhen becomes the tr*sh protagonist of the book. But as long as he acts out the plot well, he can overturn his fate, become stronger, and reach the pinnacle.... more>>

It’s not like being a frustrated villain who gets slapped in the face, or a pitiful cannon fodder sacrificed for the plot. How hard could it be to play the protagonist?

However——

His fiancée, who was supposed to break off the engagement, immediately wants to consummate their marriage;

The aloof female sect master personally guides him as soon as she appears;

The wealthy white lotus beauty with maxed out charm ability directly approaches him when they meet. <<less

The eldest brother of the Tang family, Tang Xu’en, has recently been very troubled.
His youngest brother, Tang Yuan, had suddenly brought a boyfriend home! And even expressed that they are dating with marriage in mind!
The three brothers had lost their parents at a young age and his two foolish brothers had been raised and brought up single-handedly by Tang Xu’en. Despite nearing thirty, he himself wasn’t married and he had never been in a relationship either.... more>>

Tang Xu’en went to find his good friend, Ji Wei, for a drink—--
“So it turns out Xiao Yuan likes men. What does it mean when a man likes another man? What kind of book should I read to know more about this?”
“That man is so old, he’s four years older than me! But he seems to be very rich. When I searched him online, he was on the ‘Billionaires List’. He’s from a completely different world from us. You come from a good background yourself, do you know him? Can you help me look into what kind of person he is? I’m afraid of Xiao Yuan being deceived.”
“Xiao Yuan, that child, is such a fool. He even said at the table that he thought you and I were a couple seeing how well we got along with each other and how we would always go out to play together. That was why he felt comfortable coming out to me.”

The alcohol had made his cheeks flush red and head dizzy. He softly continued, “Xiao Yuan is really talking nonsense. He actually said that you like me. Wouldn’t that tarnish your reputation?”
Ji Wei drank from his glass and said calmly, “Firstly, you should change your way of thinking. Even if I really did like you, it would not tarnish my reputation. You shouldn’t regard liking a man as a bad thing.”
Tang Xu’en nodded blankly.
Ji Wei continued as he helped pour him another glass, “Besides, someone as good as you deserves to be liked.”
Tang Xu’en blushed at this praise of his. Feeling embarrassed, he turned his attention to drinking.

The next day.
When Tang Xu’en woke up, he found himself sleeping on the same bed as his good friend, Ji Wei.
He only vaguely remembered that last night, Ji Wei had said that he would tell him what it meant for a man to like another man. He had readily accepted this offer and even praised Ji Wei, saying that he was truly his best friend.

NB: There is a play on words in the title. ‘Tang’ is the surname of the three MC’s in this novel and it also means soup.

>>Three short stories about each of the three Tang brothers <<less