I like sitting on the empty street during the night, listening to the hushed whispers of 'them,' savoring the clamor of 'their' noise.

This is a story of reconciliation between estranged childhood friends.... more>>

The popular girl in my class, Yuzuki Amiru, is a so-called 'gal' with blonde hair, makeup and flashy fashion. And...she's also my childhood friend.

Ever since she made her debut as a gal in junior high school, it became difficult to talk to her, and now we are completely estranged. I thought that she and I lived in different worlds, as I was more interested in studying.

But then one day, a teacher asked me to teach her how to study because she was getting bad grades, which led me to start talking to her again. What's more, she's also invading my personal life...!?

"I like doing housework and stuff."

"How is it? I made the broth myself."

Huh? Me and Amiru were estranged, right? Wait, don't clean my room without permission! <<less

She was reincarnated and received cheat magic, but she got fed up with living at her parents’ house and ran away from home. She became the exclusive maid of a “cursed” Countess. She is a very cute young lady in a pitiable situation. She is a precious young lady who is adorable and spoiled.... more>>

But somehow, sometimes I get the feeling that the young lady is looking at me with a strange gaze――? <<less

Esther is reincarnated as the older sister of the heroine of a romance novel.... more>>

Her fiancé was taken away by her sister who wanted everything what belonged to Esther, and even her ability was also stolen.

In addition, she was also falsely accused of mu*der, and she was outed as a criminal overnight.

After that, her younger sister got engaged to the prince as per the scenario in the novel.

Esther changes her face and her name, wishing to start her life over as a beautiful prestigious lady named “Adele Selene.”

Everything she does is to destroy her sister’s happy ending and take back her happy future. <<less

My funeral has begun.... more>>

“How can you not even shed a tear when your twin sister is dead?”

“The rumors about her being an idiot must have been true.”

“I heard she always had an inferiority complex in the first place? Who knows what she was like from inside?”

I took poison and died.

And overnight, became Mergen’s burden, Irene.

You said you wanted to live like me? No, Irene. You can’t live like me.

*

“You won’t go anywhere without my permission. sister.” Since when did Abel, who treated Irene like a bug, started calling her sister?

“Fulfill your promise. Our deal isn’t over yet” My former fiancé, who had been in a strictly business relationship, began to treat Irene like he used to treat me.

“I don’t care what that matter is. Unlike you, I’m a vulgar mongrel, so whatever I swallow, I digest it well.”

Why is the grand duke, whom he thought of an enemy, doing this?

The attitude of three confused men changed.

In a world without eternal enemies or allies, but has there ever been a time when everything was unclear like this? <<less

Short story of a boy named Teruo, who got suspended from school and his mother. A small dark story, of divorce, school and family.

Right after his mother’s death, Jiang Li was sent to the Zhou Family for a “ritual marriage”*. Jiang Li knew that this marriage will only cause him more misery, but it wasn’t until a handsome man approached him with a cane, wearing a gentle smile on his face.... more>>

(*TL/N: Literal meaning is “warding-off marriage”. They were arranged for deathly ill young men back in ancient times, since it is believed that the joyous atmosphere of the marriage would ward off bad energy and prevent their death.) <<less

Lin Xuan has started over.... more>>

As a newborn, he became the weakest member of the family due to premature birth.

His eldest sister, Lin Rou, is a martial arts prodigy with supernatural strength, His second brother, Lin Wu, is a genius mechanic with exceptional intelligence. And his third sister, Lin Long, is a mysterious scholar who can listen to all voices.

But what about baby Lin Xuan? He is weak, helpless, and pitiful…

Fortunately, shortly after birth, he discovered that he possessed an evolutionary panel that allowed him to infinitely grow through gaining experience:

From [Nutritional Absorption] to the material-level [Absolute Devouring].

From [Tentative Steps] to transcending spacetime with [High-dimensional Travel].

From [Carbon-based Monkey] to immortal [Quantum Body].

…

The clash between flesh and machinery, and the old world intertwines with the present!

In this perilous world, Lin Xuan only wants to see where the limits of his evolution lie and enjoy the diverse scenery along the way. <<less

Hayato Hashiro is an honor student. His family is a prestigious big conglomerate, his grades are reasonably good, and he is good at sports. But no matter what he does, he can never be the best.... more>>

He has a childhood friend who is his fiancee. She is a kind, perfect, and beautiful genius girl. No matter what she does, she is the best.

However, Hayato has a strong sense of inferiority to his fiancee and feels suffocated. Then, an older half-Japanese girl named Chiharu Maria moves into Hayato's house as his stepsister.

She is a beautiful girl, but she is also devilish and naive. The free-spirited Maria aggressively approaches the younger Hayato, taking baths with him and sleeping in the same bed with him. She spoils Hayato to no end and begins to dote on him.

In fact, Maria confesses that she had met Hayato when she was a child and that she had liked him since then. Hayato is also attracted to Maria, who acknowledges him for who he is. The two become more than siblings and less than lovers.

However, it was revealed that they are half-siblings by blood. At the same time, Hayato's fiancee and younger stepsister begin to fight back to get Hayato back. <<less

Does free will truly exist? Does man truly exist?... more>>

Okky Madasari explores the seminal questions of mankind and humanity in her latest novel.

A struggle arises between the two main characters, Sasana and Jaka Wani, in the search for freedom from all restraints – from those of the mind and body, to restraints imposed by tradition and family, society and religion, to economic domination and the shackles of authority. <<less

If not for his beloved wife entrusting her orphaned brother in his care, Fang Shixiu would have never taken any interest in having such a wild and wilful "younger brother" stay with him. He tried to teach the youth the art of the sword, but the boy only showed him disdain. He tried to have the youth follow the rules of the land, but the young man did nothing but frequently stir up trouble. He had even kicked up a fuss at a brothel—on more than one occasion—and also made it a habit to sneak into Fang Shixiu's bed in the middle of the night. But that wild and ever-obstinate look in the youth's eyes... more>> had always managed to move his heart ceaselessly and made him willing to risk being mistaken by the world just to keep that youth by his side. But, unexpectedly, that wild-natured youth couldn't help his desire to constantly try to run away, so it was clear he all he needed was some good and proper training to keep his wilful-self in line!

Since childhood, Yan Ran and his sister had always liked the same things, and even his sword master of a brother-in-law would be something they would both have to fight to claim. So, in order to win the eyes of that lady-killer Brother-in-law of his, Yan Ran personally served him in all aspects: serving tea every day and going to his bed every night. In addition, he constantly drove away those hordes of lustful senior martial brothers that always had him in their sights! But when he was close to finally achieving success from this tireless endeavour, that first love of his brother-in-law's popped back in again to snatch away that man's love! Thus, to defend his hard-earned place at that man's side, he fought tooth and nail to expel that tactless bastard who was his rival in love! <<less

I, The Emperor’s illegitimate child, a princess only in name, married you, a war hero, as if being sold.... more>>

You taught me all about the emotion called love.

However, you also taught me what is was like to feel misery.

I was driven by revenge when I realized that your actions towards me were false, when that woman gave birth to a child who looked just like you, when that woman tried to kill me and you didn’t even blink an eye. Then, I realized something.

I have to leave.

I no longer wanted to be a woman who was easily manipulated by others.

“I’m sorry. I’m so sorry. Asyria…”

“Please, please, can’t you come back…?”

I faintly smiled at the desperate, ridiculous look that you’d never once shown me before, even when I felt like I was going to die. By the time you came around, it was already too late. <<less

The story focuses on Kuro Kanata. From the surface, he looks like an ordinary human, but he is actually a rare existence called a God Slayer. ... more>>

The God Slayer has the task of protecting the world from Fallen Gods that can appear at any time.

Even so, he was still an ordinary school student who was not yet required to fight. It was during his school days that he started playing: The world's most popular VR game, Celestial Soul Online.

In that world he not only experienced an extraordinary adventure, but he also married 3 people at once.

How is his life after learning that the game world, is not an artificial world, but a parallel world that exists in legends? <<less

My lover was found dead on the wedding day. With another girl.... more>>

Riddell dies one month after the death of her fiance, the Prince. Riddell, who died at the age of twenty-two, returns to the past six years ago.

In front of Riddell, who decides not to repeat the same tragedy, the secret of her dead lover and the secret surrounding his death are revealed one by one… <<less

In Shanghai, everyone knows the Rong family is rich and noble. Likewise, everyone knows the young master is particular and arrogant, not taken kindly to discipline.... more>>

Feng Shizhen trudged forth despite knowing the dangers, and passing all difficulties, successfully became the Rong family’s private tutor.

At the same time, a conspiracy that involved everyone gradually unfolded.
In this gorgeous world completely different from the outside world, and within the glamorous city filled with brilliant lights and vibrant colors, they tempted, teased, and chased each other; they also loved, betrayed, and hurt…

Just like two streams of light, lingering and encircling one another, like a never-ending dance. <<less

The charming butterfly Hilaria has flown into the palace!... more>>

With a glimpse into the future ahead of an important decision, she becomes an Emperor’s concubine to save her motherland. She’s so extraordinary there was never even any hesitation!

“How long are you going to keep me looking up?” From maids to Empresses, no one can help but to falter in her presence!

“Cute… The Empress is lovely… delicious even.” – Ebenezer, the desirable Emperor who pretends to be kind with a smile – well he’s just a bonus.

From there, Hilaria’s dangerous journey begins.

“Shall we have a cup of tea?” I’ll take care of you.”

The sweet trust and romance that blooms in the Imperial Castle is full of intrigue! <<less

One day, what was typically seen on a Ropan as a possession suddenly became a reality.... more>>

“Li, Li Li is… daddy’s favorite person in the world.”

“Daddy likes you too.”

There was only one way I could get through this.

By pretending to be a difficult character and using a parenting technique commonly mentioned in parenting books to tame the Dark-hearted Dad.

But, this situation was far from the original.

“Oh, Daddy…… I’m coming back! Now, wait a minute…… hehe.”

“I’m sorry, but I keep getting aroused when I see you.”

I’m having s*x with a black-hearted dad to make my daughter s*upid.

What kind of parenting is this?

***

“Daughter, I hate lying.”

Despite my awareness, despite my awareness that all the kindness he displayed was deceitful, my hands trembled in surprise when I saw his true face.

“Show me your worth, and maybe I’ll let you live.”

“I can do… anything, truly.”

“Anything, such as?” he asked hesitantly, resting his chin.

“Oh, I can get stabbed with a knife instead of my dad…”, I can administer poison, I can endure, and I can…”

“You’re not the only one who can do that.” It was a disheartening response. Aria looked at him like she was going to cry at any moment.

“Why don’t you just come over and s*ck my c*ck?”

“You mean ……?”

Caelius responded sweetly as if he knew she would.

“I asked you if you’d rather come and s*ck your daddy’s d*ck.” he seemed extremely calm despite his indecent behavior toward his daughter. <<less

After losing her memory and starting a new life, she is offered a job as a tutor in a mansion.... more>>

On her way to Hollow Heights, a beautiful mansion off the beaten path, she hears strange rumors.

"One thing is certain. Nobody wants to set foot in that mansion. There has been a mu*der there."

The first night in the eerie mansion, filled with whispering mist and screams, felt like a haunting nightmare.

And she came face to face with the owner of the nightmare, who was beautiful. Beautiful in a terrifying way.

Strangely, the beautiful owner tried to avoid me, yet also saved me. While telling me to leave this place, they held me back, pleading me not to go.

"I don't know how to make you stay with me. How can I make you love me again, love me once more?"

As I grew closer to the secret they were hiding, I also grew closer to my lost memories. In that moment of falling in love, I finally realized.

I was in the beautiful mansion, in Hallow Heights. A long time ago. <<less

A former detective chases after his missing daughter, but what he uncovers in the darkness is…... more>>

Third “Konomys” (このミステリーがすごい!) Grand Prize recipient

A story of descent into lunacy over a single girl.

The 17-year old Kanako has disappeared, leaving behind a trace of drug use in her room. Akihiro Fujishima, a former detective and her father, is in pursuit of her whereabouts. Three years earlier, Naoto, who was tormented by his classmates, fell in love with Kanako, who saved him…

The story of the present and the past intersect, and the outline of Kanako gradually emerges from the blurry darkness. Yet the more one delves into her disappearance, the more unintelligible she becomes. What manner of shocking ending awaits at the end of the tunnel? The recipient of the grand prize of the 3rd “This Mystery is Amazing!”, this work overwhelmed every member of the selection committee. A lurid work of dark emotion that will enrapture the hearts of all who read it. <<less

Gu Shanfeng and Lin Zhenzhen had their first encounter and ended up in bed together.... more>>

They are not lovers.

When there's no one around, he becomes a clingy big bad wolf, and she turns into a sweet little white rabbit.

When there are people around, he transforms into a cold and domineering big boss, while she becomes a discreet and innocent little schoolgirl.

They are passionate underground lovers, yet also the most familiar strangers. It wasn't until that snowy New Year's Eve that he lost her, and he realized he couldn't live without her... <<less

My little sister hanged herself, and my devastated mother called me. An amused trespasser showed me a video of my sister's r*pe, and pointed me... more>> to the location of the rapists' beloved daughters. I grab my stun gun and enact my kidnapping plan. But the city is also home to Jack the Stabber, whom 77 girls have fallen prey to. <<less

The king of beasts was amused.... more>>

A blooming flower was caught in his hand.

A human and the non-human.

Two fates that should never meet, connected!

Is it love or is it fate?

Love, jealousy, intrigue, lust…

A cruel love beyond imagination begins. <<less

They met each other during the ancestor worship in the family house. According to the family’s hierarchy, she called him brother. That year, she was a teenager when she first arrived in Jiangnan. She saw a gray wall of old trees under the rain. On the other side of the wall, there wasn’t a single shadow, empty everywhere. She felt disappointed that there seemed to be missing something. She didn’t know that just like Jiangnan was waiting for the wild geese coming from the north year after year, he was also waiting for her day after day.... more>>

“Everyone says Jiangnan is good, but tourists have only experienced one-tenth of it.”

If you don’t come back, I won’t grow old. <<less

Mashiki is the young owner of the antiquarian bookstore "Mukyuudou," and his friend, Senagaki, works in the same industry. The two have shared a secret... more>> sense of guilt ever since they were children. Senagaki's father was an "antiquarian book dealer" and a hated figure in the old book world, but Mashiki's grandfather saw his talent and took an interest in him, and so their two boys grew up together like brothers. One summer afternoon, however, an incident changes their relationship... Dense emotions wrapped in a transparent glass style. A story that reflects like the sparkle of a fish leaping in the moonlight. <<less

If I could return to 1987, I would never want to leave my family again...... more>>

My wife, children, and the warm kang bed - Qin Hao felt this was what life was truly about.

Raising livestock, growing medic

Slowly enjoying life in the remote northeastern mountains, leading the entire village towards prosperity together. <<less