After committing many atrocities as the tyrant’s knight throughout her life, she decided to end it all.... more>>

However, she was reborn.

Determined not to repeat the same mistakes, Maya decides against joining the Imperial Guard and instead, enters into a contractual marriage with Grand Duke Tristan.

‘We can both benefit from this contractual marriage.’

She thought the conditions of the contractual marriage were reasonable for them both.

That is, until she realized she had to share a bed with him.

“So, you only intended to take my body, my dear.”

That was before her too-handsome husband began to seduce her.

Grand Duke… You weren’t like this before, right? <<less

Although Luo Qingci knew her name resembled that of a protagonist from ancient stories, she never expected to find herself transmigrated into a cultivation novel one day. ... more>>

What made her even more exasperated was that she didn't transmigrate as the female lead, but rather the female lead's cannon fodder master.

This cultivation novel is a typical, strong female lead type story, except the female lead isn't human; she's a dragon. Under the conflict between the humans and dragons, the female lead was tortured by humans in all sort of manners, scummed by the male lead, before turning into a super OP villainous character that destroys the cultivation realm.

As for the female lead's master, Huaizhu-jun, who left behind a single egg after massacring the female lead's family right at the very beginning of the story, then later on uses various methods to torment her naive disciple, ends up with her spiritual roots destroyed, her bones ripped out, and dies without a single body part intact.

When Luo Qingci transmigrated over and found the floor soaked in blood, alongside a pitch-black, extremely ugly egg-shaped object, she immediately turned stone-faced. Is there still time for her to cook this egg now?

Female lead much later: Shizun, aren't you the dragon slaying fiend? How did you overlook me?

Luo Qingci: Your egg was too ugly.

Female lead: Shizun, this humiliated look of yours, I love it a lot.

Luo Qingci: That's too pe*verted.

Female lead: Shizun, I like you. Did you ever like me, even if a little bit?

Luo Qingci: I'm not dumb.

Female lead: ......

Biased and secretly dark disciple vs cold on the outside, hot on the inside shizun.

Alternatively: "When does shizun expose herself" or "Unveiling shizun's secrets with me and shizun". <<less

“Do as I say if you value your mother’s life.”... more>>

Erica was the nanny’s daughter and was forced to get married in place of the lady she served. Even the groom-to-be was the prince of the evil Archleiff Dukedom.

‘What if I am hated there, too?’

I’m dead meat if I get caught!

Even if it was frightening, Erica was prepared to put up with all forms of prejudice, mistreatment, and bullying in order to see the day when she would be reunited with her mother. But contrary to her expectation, the life of a fake bride turned out to be sweet, after all…?

“I take back what I said that you should live here like a mouse. Do whatever you want. Do as you like to your heart’s content.”

Erica tries hard not to forget that this marriage was bound to end someday, but it wasn’t easy at all. “Didn’t we agree to divorce once I become an adult?”

“That’s right. And at that time, I didn’t give you an answer.”

Unlike his gentle smile, her husband’s eyes flickered like a wildfire.

“Erica, if you ever have any place to go, shouldn’t it only be next to me?”

Will Erica be able to live the modest life she had always wanted without ever being discovered as a fake bride? <<less

“I will give birth to your child.”... more>>

Elise, the princess of a ruined country, was brought as a prisoner to the enemy country, where she was to be hanged and presented to the savages. Desperate to avoid this fate, Elise tried to come up with any way to survive. Even if it meant telling an outrageous lie.

There was only one person who held the power to save her. Rezette Kyrstan, the commander-in-chief of the enemy country, also known as the dragon, and Van Yela's loyal dog. Elise knew she had to convince this cold and stubborn man in front of her to spare her life.

In a trembling voice, Elise made an offer that she hoped he couldn't refuse. "I will give birth to your child," she said. <<less

‘I want to travel to a place unknown to the many…’... more>>

It was a passing wish to the weary and tired Eugene and she’d not think it’d ever come to pass… but it did.

She opened her eyes and found she was sent to a novel-like world she wrote in passing and became Jin Anika, the scorned queen notorious for her ruthlessness and undeserving of her status.

Queen Jin only sought and desired to see the destruction of this world — the villainess who met her untimely and miserable end at the hands of her husband, Kasser, the reigning king of the Fourth Kingdom.

While struggling to survive in the unknown world, King Kasser visited Eugene and demanded that a contract be fulfilled and come to fruition.

“Three years ago, we made a deal.”

It turns out the Queen was under a contractual marriage with King Kasser. The ultimate price? To bear him a child.

“A… a child?”

“Yes, my successor.” <<less

Lilica was a girl that spent her days in the slums with her alcoholic mother.... more>>

However, one day…

"Kyaa, it's hot! No!"

With a scream, her mother woke up and asked nonsensically, "Lily, you're alive! You’ve become younger?"

"What's the date?"

She's lost her mind!

"This can't be... I've returned!"

She started spouting more puzzling things, even going so far as to say, "I need to go to the Imperial Ball and meet the Emperor!

Lilica began to worry that something had gone wrong with her Mother's mind... <<less

Attracted by the high pay and benefits, she accepts a part-time job as her schoolmate's personal maid!?... more>>

Seiou Academy, a private, prestigious girls' school that boasts excellent results in all fields. Nishiki Kanata was admitted as a special student to this prestigious school, but due to repeated unexcused absences and poor behavior, her special student status was revoked in her second year. When she was thinking of dropping out of the academy because she could no longer afford the tuition, one of the regulars at her part-time job introduced her to a job with unbeatable benefits. The job was to be an attendant for a conglomerate's daughter... <<less

“Wife, I heard you were staring at another man again.”... more>>

“That’s not…ugh!”

“I will continue until you stop thinking of another man or divorce.”

How did it end up like this?

My life has become a tangled mess.

“If you even dare to hold another man’s hand, I’ll snap that pretty little wrist.”

* * *

“I want to hold a man’s hand, even just once!”

After living as a Motae-Solo [mfn]모태 솔로 is a Korean term that refers to someone who has never been in a romantic relationship, someone who has been single since birth[/mfn] for n years, I was hit by a reincarnation truck and thrown into a novel.

In this life, I don’t need anything else. It’s all about dating! I’ll date until I go crazy! Just avoid those dark and sinister types!

…Or so I promised.

I was tricked by the dark and sinister type due to a contract I made when I was young, and I became a married woman!

Sure, we can get married. But I will still date!

…Or so I thought.

This damn empire, it was more conservative than a backward country.

If I cheat after getting married → slap on the wrist.

If I’m accused of cheating when I didn’t → slap on the wrist.

I can’t live like this. I’m getting a divorce, a divorce! <<less

I transmigrated into a novel as the maid of a prince who was trapped inside a tower.... more>>

It was depressing enough to be locked up in that tower, but the situation that I found myself in as soon as I transmigrated was straight up whack.
The original owner of this body, Rosé, threatened the prince and forced him to kiss her!
To make matters worse, Rosé was completely obsessed with the prince, and while trying to monopolize him, she dies a futile death!
We’re right on track to [death via decapitation] as soon as the prince escapes the tower.

So instead, I offered to make a contract with the prince, aptly titled as ‘The Contract for the Life and Death of Rosé Artius’.
No skinship at all! As long as he guarantees that I’ll live until a ripe old age, I will devote my diligence and loyalty to the prince!
But somehow… the prince’s gaze was a bit dangerous. And inside the tower, we were totally alone.

“Rosé, let’s kiss.”

…How did it end up like this?!

* * *

The breath that lingered on my lips disappeared as the stranger moved away.
I stared at the man who kissed me just now.
Under those dark eyebrows were red eyes that were exceedingly cold.
I was instantly bewitched. I couldn’t look away, as if there was an irresistible force coveting my gaze. Because he’s so handsome.

“Rosé, how long do we have to do this?”

I shuddered as the sweet voice whispered next to my ear. Only then did I come to my senses.
I laughed awkwardly to fill the silence. Ahaha, I really don’t know…

“I-I think we can stop now.”

At my words, Albert grinned. It was the forced, soulless smile of a sales team member. Nonetheless, he was still breathtakingly beautiful.

“Then, can I see it now?”
“…Yes.”

He took the wand that I had been holding.
In the novel, the maid Rosé always asked for a kiss from Albert in exchange for letting him see the wand.
In short, at this very moment, I was digging my own grave.
…Damn it. <<less

"Sell yourself to me, Princess. I will buy you for a very high price."... more>>

Sell herself?

Adeline's lips quivered. She couldn’t overlook such insulting words.

"How impudent! Is buying and selling people a norm in this kingdom?"
"Pardon me for being impolite.. When the Duke of Rocher has already put the Princess up for sale, it sounds naive coming from you."

Adeline, a noble Princess descended from two royal bloodlines, and Alexio, a half noble Duke with a commoner mother —a match that seemed impossible.

The whole nation is excited about the marriage of the century that has shaken the kingdom. But little do they know.
That their marriage was riddled with secret deals and contracts.

"I'll give you plenty of time to think about it. It's only natural to go through various verification processes for such a significant transaction..."
"I'll do it."
"...Yes?"
"I agree. To this marriage."

Why did two people who seemed totally mismatched end up joining forces? The real reason behind their marriage, kept under wraps, remained a mystery to everyone. <<less

After a red meteor slashed through the heavens, human progress ground to a halt. ... more>>

Since that momentous day, humanity lost its ability to create rockets, nuclear weapons, airplanes, cars...

The towering pyramid of civilization, meticulously built from the achievements of modern science, crumbled into dust.

Yet, the catastrophe didn't stop there. The grey realm, following the arrival of the red meteor, like a ghostly reflection behind a mirror, dragged the civilized world bit by bit into the abyss of disorder.

In this new age, a human life was no more significant than a speck of dust, yet amidst the ruins, humanity's spirit shone as brightly as the stars.

Amid the crumbling edifice, observers could see a figure—an actor—defiantly standing on the wreckage of civilization, his red cloak as vivid as blood, his expressions flickering between laughter and tears. Behind him, the curtain of the era gently parted. With arms wide open, he whispered to all who would listen— "Let the show begin." <<less

Sirens: a name derived from an ancient creature, used to describe those who could charm, lure, control, and heal others by singing.... more>>

Subjected to live the life of a siren, Aria had experienced, seen, and heard many horrific things. Broken beyond repair, Aria resigned herself to death, when suddenly…

The Grand Duke, Lloyd Cardence Valentine, arrived and whispered, “Should I kill everyone here?”

“If you need me, just call me. Your song will always reach me, wherever you are.”

In the end, Aria called the devil, bringing death to all those present, along with herself.

“Let’s fall down to hell together.”

And with that, Aria breathed her last and died… only to return to her 10-year-old self.

Now that she had a second chance at her life, Aria was determined to change her fate, as well as the cruel fate of her saviour, Grand Duke Valentine.

And so… Aria proposed to him with a marriage contract.

She sold her soul to the devil and vowed to protect him.

[Marry me.] Aria extended her hand and gave him the contract. [Let’s get divorced in 10 years…]

The young duke took the contract from her hand.

“So, where should I stamp the seal?”

* * *

“You said you’d divorce me within 10 years.”

The grown-up villain leaned in, hovering his head before he kissed her tenderly over her crown.

“Now that we’re adults, we should sign another contract.” <<less

Seo Yi-soo, a young prosecutor, is faced with a distressing situation when her journalist sister mysteriously disappears. While delving into the clues left behind by her sister, she stumbles upon a shocking revelation involving the country’s largest law firm, Yoon & Kang.... more>>

In her quest for information, Yi-soo approaches Yoon Hyun-seong, her senior from college and the son of Yoon & Kang’s representative, proposing a contract engagement. Aware of his legal expertise, she suggests a one-year engagement contract.

Their relationship begins as a mere arrangement to fulfill their individual objectives. Yi-soo, without harboring any doubts, firmly believes in this pragmatic alliance. However, her unwavering faith is shattered in an instant.

As she rejoices momentarily, fate throws an unexpected twist at her. The air fills with a captivating blend of wood and cigarette smoke. Hyun-seong, with a cigarette poised between his index and middle fingers, invites her to experience it. His lips gently graze the cigarette, revealing a lazy yet alluring smile. His eyes exude indifference, while the veins on his hand appear prominently.

As the tip of the cigarette turns red, Yi-soo’s heart races, feeling as if it were shattered into pieces. <<less

Nicknamed the worst malicious member in idol history, called ‘Tr*sh Rex.’... more>>

Stage name Rex, real name Kim Chunyong.

As he was urgently arrested, with only the entertainment world waiting for him, he heard a strange voice in his head.

“Sign a contract with me.

[Become the greatest idol in K-pop history.

In case of failure return to the time of the urgent arrest.]

… Can I start over from the beginning?

Can his family be saved from the accident?

“How crazy, even selling my soul!”

A tearful battle of the former malicious member to undo the past mistakes begins! <<less

Iona, the knight who was the loyal dog of the tyrant Emperor, gave her life for him. But her lord, whom she trusted, abandoned her in the end, and the person who stood by her side in her death was no other than her husband.... more>>

“I want to kiss you one last time.” Iona demanded on the verge of death.

“I’m telling you in advance… Just in case… You won’t die and this won’t be our last kiss.”

Satisfied with her non-lonely death, she closed her eyes.

When Iona woke up again, she realized that she had returned to the past and her husband was again chosen to be her partner.

Though her past wasn’t good, one thing she also didn’t want to change was her husband, the only success in her life. If so, she should at least turn this marriage into a ‘successful marriage’, she decided.

“Lord Leroy, I will formally propose to you; Please marry me. I will definitely make you happy.”

Iona was determined to repay her husband for his generosity. Just the way she wanted. <<less

Legend says that Star World's million Star Names are passed on in the form of young maidens as famous existences in the Three Thousand Worlds.... more>>

Henceforth, Chen Mo heroically says as he brandishes his massive weapon at the heavens and shouts towards the beautiful but aloof Chen Qingzhi, towards the tyrannical Caesar, the tsundere Xiang Yu, the yandere hi*ler, the extraordinary Chen Tuan, and other girls.

"My big stick's hunger already can endure no longer..." <<less

After his struggle against disease for a decade, the main character dies. However, he revives and became younger in a different world.... more>>

The main support of the main character’s heart during his battle against the disease is a TV program about leisure farming.

In his second life in a different world, he’s going to try farming.

Common things like different world transition and domestic affairs?

This will have no big climax.

This is going to be frantic. <<less

Sometime after ‘Gates’ appeared in this world, humanity was divided into two: [User] and [ordinary human beings]
Lee-kyung was able to awaken into a user and choose a [Class]…but, in momentary misjudgement, chose to be a [Necromancer], the worst of all classes.... more>>

Lee-kyung, searching for the materials to evolve his skeletal servant, ‘Lackey,’ was barely able to participate in a high-level raid for [Tower of Command] Dungeon. In an accident, he falls down alone to uncover a hidden conspiracy.

Injured and desperate to survive, Lee-kyung called out to anyone…and reached a vengeful spirit. “Please, I’ll do anything….Please form a contract with me and save me!”

–-You’ll do anything?….

[Will you accept the ‘oath’ offered by ‘Seo Dawon’?]
–-You’ll do your best to help me achieve my revenge. And, I will do my best to save you wherever, whenever you are in danger. Is that acceptable?

[Initiating a new contract with ‘Seo Dawon’]
Junior Necromancer Choi Lee-kyung and Ranker Mage Seo Dawon’s delightful revenge play!

TW: Depictions of mental health <<less

“From the moment I took a breath and opened my eyes, I wondered where I was. But then, I was clear on what world I was in after hearing a familiar name.... more>>

I was reborn as the villainess, Frisia Atreille, from a novel I read before I died, called “I’ll Leave it to You.”

To escape from my fate in the novel's plot, I initiated my contract marriage with him three years ago.

A month before our contract marriage breaks off, Aslei was cursed.

“I can endure it. If it becomes unmanageable, I’ll call the magician……!”

“It’s alright.”

After sleeping with him, I felt dejected and melancholy and avoided him. But eventually, Aslei boldly approached me and made a startling admission:

“Frisia. It is my fault and due to my insensibility that I did not confess before we slept together last night.”

Do you really like me? Isn’t that impossible?

After his confession, my heart pounds for no reason, but I can’t believe him because I know the storyline.

‘If Aslei gets better and I remain as the Duchess…….’

Can I do that?

I feared some horrifying conspiracy would unfold, and I would be discarded. <<less

“You shouldn’t have crossed this line, Elisha, if you didn’t want it to be like this.”... more>>

A sturdy arm wrapped around her swaying body. Her head became hazy and an intentional hot sweet sigh was pulled out of her.

‘How the hell did I get myself in this situation—’

Elisha recalled. This never happened before.

‘Yeah, I remember.’

Her future in which she would become the fake concubine to a demonic man from the same family, and would be eaten to death—even down to her bone marrow. A future in which the Cartier ducal family is embroiled in a power struggle and fragmented.

To avoid that future, Elisha threw herself at Lucerne, the archrival of her former life.

Yeah. There was no problem. She knew this man, before and after her regression. She already knew he was the most notorious maniac in the Empire.

20-year-old Elisha owes 30,000 gold coins (about 15 billion won in Korean currency or around 15 million in USD).

After going back in time, in order to avoid a hellish life because of debt, she becomes the most capable illegitimate child in the world and visits Lucerne, the archenemy of her master.

“What do you want from me?”

“Please lend me some money. And… make me your subordinate. I’ll give you all the information I have.”

“Why should I trust you?”

“I’ll give myself up as collateral.”

Lucerne listened to Elisha and watched her quietly.

“Okay. But I decide how to deal with the collateral.”

“…….”

“First of all, marry me.”

“…… huh?”

Elisha didn’t expect it either. That her information transaction would become a marriage contract. <<less

Dahlia Von Klose who possesses two powers at the same time and the Fifth Returner [5th time regressor] Jurgen Axel Edelred.... more>>

In order to survive one more day, the two desperately needed each other.

Kissing Dahlia’s white legs up to her knees, he felt a distinct satisfaction.

Even if it’s a new presence in her world, yes. There is nothing different from the others. With a remorseful expression she’ll push him away saying don’t do this. She’ll hide the joy of having a higher status person with a dignified, proud face kneel before her, promising that he will grant anything she wants.

Grasping her heel, he swept up her soft calf and grabbed the back of her knee. Then he looked up at her as she trembled like her frightened bird.

Ha!

However, the moment Dahlia’s eyes met his, a chilling sensation of pleasure ran through Jurgen’s back.

Covering her mouth, Dahlia was holding back a burst of laughter, like someone who had seen a gruesome comedy. With her sight full of the kneeling man at her feet, she showed an unhidden scorn.

Unconsciously his grip grew stronger on Dahlia’s leg. Then she flinched and bent forward towards Jurgen. She still hadn’t erased a feeling similar to contempt in her eyes.

“What are you up to? Sir Edeled.”

It was a voice sweet as poison.

Smiling, Jurgen let her legs go, then got up on his knees. Following the dark red eyes that became cold in an instant, Dahlia’s held his stare.

The mask of the noble Jurgen Axel Edelred had cracked. The man’s eyes looked down obliquely and then grew long in a smile as he swept back his flowing bangs.

“Ah… . Did I get caught?” <<less

Four months into marriage. My husband’s frequent outings became suspicious. ... more>>

He leaves at dawn every morning and returns late at night, which raises questions. However, there was nothing strange. He just works hard and comes home.

We were supposed to stay out of each other’s personal lives since it was a contract marriage anyway…….

Why do I sometimes feel uncomfortable around him?

“The emperor is still not married.”

“That’s a big deal.”

“I hope you can quickly abandon me and marry someone else…….”

My husband Dale is an honorable mercenary well aware of my situation. I hired him on a 364-day marriage contract to try and break off her marriage to the Emperor.

Dale is unlike the Emperor, being pure, innocent, and affectionate.

One day, when I thought “You should marry a man like this.”

A problem arose.

***

Eventually, the day came when I had to return to my noble family.

However, I decided to return to Dale and request that he remain faithful to me.

“You can’t just open the door for someone you don’t know because I’m not there.”

“Yes.”

“Even if you’re close, don’t lend money carelessly.”

“I’ll definitely remember.”

“Don’t even cry because you miss me.”

Ah…… don’t want to part with Dale.

But I have no choice but to go to the Duke’s, and I’m barely able to keep from falling.

“Your Majesty, the magic circle for the portal is complete.”

“Let’s go.”

She was completely unaware of what was going on in the background. <<less

Sehwa turned his head away as if he didn’t want to deal with them. It was an obvious provocation, an everyday occurrence, but just because he was used to it didn’t mean he didn’t care how they treated him. He knew they were doing it because they want to see him lose his temper, and he didn’t want to be swayed by their provocation, so he just let it slide.... more>>

Sakura, Hongdan-i, and sometimes Samwol-i…

He’d told them hundreds of times not to call him by that nickname, but no one listened to the words of a mere creditor, petty hustler, or drug dealer. Still, Sehwa spoke tirelessly every time.​

My name is neither Sakura, nor Hongdan, nor Samwol.

Sehwa,
My name is Lee Sehwa. <<less

Original title “Moon and Tide”... more>>

Lu Xici has been in the industry for many years and has a well-known “secret” – she got married at a young age.

She always wears a plain ring on her left ring finger, and whenever asked, she would shyly smile.

Anyone who sees this smile would think that the two of them are deeply in love, and she is very happy. Only she knows how forced that smile is.

Lu Xici originally thought that Jun Youyue didn’t like her.

With a written contract, they have been married for three years, and the total number of words they have spoken to each other does not exceed ten.

Jun Youyue also has a highly publicized scandal partner.

It wasn’t until Lu Xici accidentally saw Jun Youyue’s photo album that she discovered it was full of pictures of herself.

***

Jun Youyue also has a “secret”.

She has been in a secret marriage for many years, and her wife is her lovely little green plum*.

*childhood sweetheart

She would grab her clothes and call her jiejie*, cling to her neck and kiss her ear, and even when she was tired, she wouldn’t forget to ask for a goodnight kiss.

*elder sister

Who could resist falling in love with that? Well, Jun Youyue couldn’t.

She always thought that her married life was harmonious and their feelings for each other were good.

Until one day, Lu Xici suddenly handed her a divorce agreement without any warning.

Jun Youyue was dumbfounded.

How can you chase your wife if your mouth is too s*upid? Waiting online, very urgent.

***

Small scene:

In the travel variety show “Honeymoon Again,” the director gave Jun and Lu a few mission cards with questions from netizens.

Question 1: How does Ms. Jun view the rumors about the original state of their relationship?

Jun Youyue innocently: I think our relationship has always been good, right?

Lu Xici snorted: It has indeed always been good.

It was she, as the person involved, who had a blackout after drinking and didn’t know what happened before.

Question 2: Is it true that Actress Lu pursued Ms. Jun for over five years?

Jun Youyue grabbed the microphone: I pursued her.

Question 3: How often do you two…?

Lu Xici: Is it appropriate to ask this??

Jun Youyue: You should ask how many times per day.

Question 4: Do you want children?

Jun Youyue: ?

Lu Xici: This is getting more and more unscrupulous! Director!

In the end, the director was chased around the island by Lu Xici’s people for an hour. <<less

The sudden death of one’s older brother and his wife.... more>>

Amidst this man’s quiet and boring life that resembled a black-and-white movie, the overflowing energy of a six-year-old girl came out of nowhere.

The fearless Baek Tae-joon came to collapse without mercy.

[Could you become Rose’s home tutor until the end of this semester?]
This was what Tae-joon suggested to ‘Miss Minnie’, a kindergarten assistant teacher whom Rose clung to often.

[The basic salary for about 4 months is $100,000. Including a $50,000 contract basis and a $50,000 bonus at the end of June.]
And, by the way.​

‘I’m finally going crazy.’

The red cheeks, the fair and translucent skin, the cherry-like lips that seemed to be coated in sticky syrup, the feeling of her soft hands, and the strangely ticklish, whispery voice grazing his ears.

The image that popped into his mind without warning hardened his lower abdomen.

He was raving for Rose’s teacher, ‘Miss Minnie’, almost all the time.

Because of her sensitive adolescent complex and college trauma, Min-hee mastered the expertise of unrequited love.

“Will I never try s*x before I die? I wish there was someone who could help me practice how to seduce a man. Maybe I’ll just never have a proper relationship and die leaving only my kittens behind, hnng-”

“You have a cat?”

“No. Hik.”

Tae-joon agilely caught a gap and held onto it.

“Don’t cry. You can practice seducing a man using me.” <<less