Jitaro Tanigawa (25 years old), who was just an ordinary temporary worker in Japan, found himself summoned to a different world.... more>>

Summoned as a hero, he was endowed with a cheat-level healing skill called “Heal,” capable of undoing any curse and healing even the gravest injuries as long as the person wasn’t dead.

Since the royal family who summoned the hero died as a consequence of using forbidden magic, Taro is being free, and decided to buy s*aves.

He soon learned that s*aves who had lost limbs were sold at a lower price than those who were intact.

For Taro, who could easily heal them, they were merely discounted items. Without much thought, he healed the s*aves who had lost limbs and were despairing, only to realize afterwards that they would be overwhelmingly grateful, to the point of thinking they would die from gratitude.

He planned to make the cheaply bought s*aves work and, if they were willing, engage in some intimacy… <<less

Springtime, 3rd year of high school.... more>>

On a hill road where Sakura flowers dance as they fall, a boy meets a girl in a wheelchair.

A Girl who can’t move her legs, A girl who can’t walk.

A serious but heartwarming love story. <<less

At first sight, he was just a short, quiet figure, resembling a child with autism.... more>>

But then they met again.

It was at a lavish banquet.

The grand entrance swung open, accompanied by the resounding tap of a cane.

Everyone fell silent.

In the center of their gaze stood a man.

He wore a black suit, delicate gold-rimmed glasses, and held a valuable cane beneath his white gloves. His countenance exuded tranquility and authority, as if with a single gesture, he could make the entire room hold its breath.

The tapping cane stopped in front of Ruan Qiuping.

The man took off his gloves, and with his slightly cool fingertips, gently wiped away a stain from the corner of Ruan Qiuping’s lips.

In a low voice, he said, “Ruan Ruan, you promised to buy me candy.”

Every year, Yu Huan could see that man.

He appeared only once a year, but the exact day of his appearance remained unknown.

So Yu Huan prepared himself every day, presenting his best self.

He eagerly awaited his arrival.

Yu Huan: 365 days in a year, I see you for one day, and spend the other 364 days preparing to meet you.

Ruan Qiuping: Your one year is merely a day for me.

Note:

1v1 Happy Ending (HE)

Modern supernatural and cultivation system, with two deities

Non-typical, lighthearted development story

Yu Huan(God of Fortune) ，Ruan Qiuping(God of Misfortune)

Content Tags: Supernatural, Aristocratic Family, Immortal Cultivation, Urban Fantasy

Translator’s Comment: The story takes place in a modern city where urban life intertwines with cultivation. It tells a bittersweet love story between two male protagonists: one is an unfortunate deity who brings misfortune to others, while the other is a fortunate god who brings good luck. This captivating tale explores the realms of contemporary city living and the enchanting world of cultivation, painting a vivid picture of their slow-burning romance filled with both sweet and heartbreaking moments. <<less

Prince Jing, Xie Huaijin, is one of the most handsome eligible bachelors in the capital. However, because he was so sickly and his legs were disabled, he was still unmarried even though he was already twenty-three this year. ... more>>

After all, no one wanted to be widowed in a short time after getting married.

But when Jiang Lingzhu, someone who was transmigrated into this time period, heard about this, she just looked at the man everyone was avoiding with big bright eyes!

“I’ve admired the Prince for a long time. If the Prince doesn’t mind, I’m willing to marry you!”

Husband health not good = no s*x life + early death + large legacy left behind for her

Isn’t this such a sweet deal!?? No one will steal this from her!!!

Meanwhile, Xie Huaijin also looked at the girl with rosy cheeks in front of him. Her sparkling eyes made him feel like she was 100% in love with him and it didn’t seem like she was faking her feelings.

He also heard that this daughter of the Jiang family had always been timid and fearful of others, yet she was courageous enough to show her love in public in order to marry him.

It seemed like she really loved him.

But why? He was just someone who wouldn’t live that long.

Xie Huaijin wanted to refuse but seeing her sparkling eyes made him do the opposite. “In that case, this Prince will marry you.”

***

Jiang Lingzhu didn’t expect that vi*gra existed in ancient times and that the Prince would take a handful of it every day in order to keep up with her needs, making her practice “equestrian” skills every night.

Later, she realized that the “Viagra” was just an ordinary sugar pill, and the marriage she had in mind was too good to be true!

She was so angry that her eyes turned red, but she didn’t know whether she was angry with him for deceiving her or angry with herself for being such a fool….

Wuwuwu, since I’m stuck in this time period, is it too much to ask to be a rich widow? <<less

To oppose the deceitful world and save the lonesome princess—the young man raises the flag of rebellion.... more>>

The Anti-vampire Combat Automata, “Byakudanshiki”—the five siblings created by the genius machinist from the Principality of Helweiz, Professor Byakudan, were the heroes to save Europe from the invasion by the vampire army…… or so, they were supposed to be.
The “failed unit”, Minazuki the Sixth, wakes up after ten years to confront a reality that stupefied him.
His five siblings had their names engraved in history as “Carnage Automata” due to a rampage incident which was never supposed to occur.
Moreover, the Grand Duke signed a peace treaty with the Vampire Lord that turned the Principality into the only Republic in the world where humans and vampires live as equals.
Through the encounters with the daughter of the deceased professor, Kanon, and the Vampire Princess, Rita, Minazuki gradually gets used to this new “everyday”.
However, the curtain rises when the creeping tendrils of conspiracies entwines around him and the girls.

The Rebellio of the Machina starts now—. <<less

Li Qingzhi, having lived alone in the apocalypse for many years, was a pitiful man who starved to death, only to be reincarnated into ancient times where he was dragged away to dig stones, and then tragically died of illness upon returning home alive.... more>>

In this world, food was abundant! And this man even had a wife and two children!
Li Qingzhi stuffed everything he saw into his mouth and wouldn't let go of his wife—she was such a soft and warm living person! Oh, how beautiful and gentle his wife was!
And those two dirty children in his family were simply the most adorable in the world!
The renowned tough woman of the Miaoqian Village, Jin Xiaoye: "..."
The mischievous twins of the Miaoqian Village: "..."

***

The villagers of Miaoqian Village knew that the man from the Li family who had been forcibly taken away was back home alive, but had become foolish.
He laughed foolishly all day, stuck to his wife and children, and even when scolded, he just smiled happily without getting angry!
In his excitement, Li Qingzhi thought: This person is really lively, completely different from zombies!

***

Everyone thought Jin Xiaoye was pitiful. After finally bringing the man back, she spent a lot of money to cure him, only to end up with him becoming a fool.
But they never expected that this fool would actually pass the imperial examination all the way, and become the top scholar. <<less

He was the most outstanding knight in the church, with great strength and absolute loyalty. He could perfectly execute every task. Until one day, he killed a succubus...
He did not expect that this succubus not only did not die but, in some way, parasitized onto his own body...
His body assimilated with this succubus, transforming into her likeness...
After that, his stomach would often grow hungry, even with the strongest will of a knight, he could not resist this hunger...... more>>

Whenever this happened, the voice of the succubus would echo in her mind: 【My dear knight, you have become a mature succubus～ go obediently hunt～】
"Grr... You can forget about it! I would rather die!"
【You really are not obedient, well, there's nothing I can do about it～】

Despite the knight's desperate resistance, she still could not resist the succubus within her controlling the body to do things against her faith. <<less

Shade, with his blond hair and blue eyes, was not recognized as royalty because of his foreign appearance.... more>>

One night, when he visited his half-brother, Crown Prince Jihad, to attend to his duties, he was pursued by Jihad, who was supposed to hate Shade― <<less

On the day of the celebration for defeating one of the demons who ruled over the land, the young assassin Noel was exiled for what he could not control. Deemed unworthy of continuing in the Hero of Light's party due to being 'tainted' by his attribute of Darkness, he was left alone.... more>>

In his despair, Noel stumbled upon young girls who have also been subjected to unjust treatment, which led him to make a decision. He would form a party of those with the same attributes of Darkness and become a hero who'd save the world, finally basking in the limelight he could never even touch.

Eventually, the legend of Noel and his companions, hailed as the true heroes behind the subjugation of the demons, would be spread far and wide. His journey—their journey begins here and now.

On the other hand, the feeble Hero of Light and his party would soon crumble, their downfall and destruction absolute. <<less

(A fierce and adorable female lead VS an obsessive and sinister male lead, sweet doting + metaphysics + slight fantasy)... more>>

Jiang Xiaoxiao, the great master of the Mystic Sect, was born with an incomplete soul. Every full moon night, she would also turn into a tiny three-inch tall person.

The Grand Master said that in the sixteenth year of her life, she would meet a nobleman. The purple gold dragon aura on the nobleman's body could lift her curse.

Xie Xun, the King of Chu, had his dragon aura taken away at the age of three. Plagued by bad luck, he was exiled from the capital.

The first time he met his adorable wife, his adorable wife shrank with a swoosh in front of him into a tiny three-inch being, standing in his palm dozing off.

Later, the King of Chu sewed a small pouch on the sleeve of each garment. When going out, he would put his adorable wife in the pouch.

And he told others, "My little one is weak, pitiful, and helpless."

The little ghost shivered in fear: Have you seen someone using a kitchen knife to hack ghosts at a mass grave? Yes, it's your weak, pitiful and helpless Queen!

The ghosts wailed at the mass grave: Have you seen a living person who could scare the ghosts to tears? Yes, it's still your weak, pitiful and helpless Queen!

The entire netherworld exploded: Have you seen a newly wedded bride escorted by two Ghost Emperors and two Ghost Kings? Yes, it's still your weak, pitiful and helpless Queen! <<less

A nordic romance that burns up coldly!
"You and I are similar, don't you know? Amidst the foxes, we are two wolves who are bleeding from an injury.... more>>

The frozen capital of Norway, Oslo. Silye, an asian who have been discriminated and bullied just because of her race, decides to escape this frozen hell by jumping off the school building but is saved by being caught by the 'Emperor' of the school. This wasn't a good news. This was a nightmare on its own. <<less

The Soulless Messengers, a despised and persecuted people, wander the continent collecting gold coins from the emperor to escape a curse that has been passed down through generations.... more>>

Among them is Azadine, who was born under the worst of curses. With no magical talents, he becomes the lowest-ranked messenger, traveling the continent and fulfilling the requests of petitioners in exchange for gold.

As a powerful mage appears to unlock the clan’s curse, a vast conspiracy hidden by his twin sister Arael’s rebellion slowly comes to light.

How will Azadine face the impending doom that awaits him? <<less

This is an adventure story where “you” collect scenes with other races in another world.

Reincarnated as a low-ranking demon in Hell for two thousand years, a man with memories of being Japanese was enjoying a slow life. However, suddenly, a war broke out between Heaven and Hell. Caught in the aftermath of the power unleashed by the gods against the Demon King, he was swept away to another dimension.... more>>

Lost in the dimensions and eventually finding himself in a different world, the pitiful low-ranking demon stumbled upon a human child.

"I have some free time, so I'll raise you."

Driven by nostalgia for his human past, the low-ranking demon decided to whimsically raise the human child, unaware of the truth. This child, in fact, was the legendary hero destined to save the world. <<less

E-rank adventurer Lude was born with a unique skill. However, it was a questionable ability called [Nullify Status Abnormality]. To overcome his current situation, he... more>> dives into a new labyrinth but encounters a B-rank Minotaur. Abandoned by his teammates, he falls into the abyss. He was injured, his supplies were depleted, and the only thing he could eat was the Minotaur in front of him. However, in this world, eating monsters was taboo, and eating them causes physical abnormalities, eventually turning the perpetrator into a monster. While there was a large risk, Lude believed in his unique skill and ate the monster to survive. Then, Lude’s unique skill was activated, and the monsterification was effectively nullified. He was even able to acquire monster skills. Lude, who understood the true use of [Nullify Status Abnormality], earned skills by earnestly consuming monsters. This is the upstart adventure story of Lude, who dreams of becoming an S-rank adventurer. <<less

Zhou Weiying, who had suffered a disappointment in love, resolved to make a comeback in work. But he didn't expect his old school friend c*m boss to conveniently throw him a hot potato: to be the manager of the well-known beauty influencer who had just returned to China, Fang Huan.... more>>

When Zhou Weiying received Fang Huan's information, he was dumbfounded. When he saw Fang Huan in the flesh, he only wanted to turn on his heels and flee!

What the hell was this person with heavy make-up, weird and flamboyant dressing, coquettish poses and an affected, artificial manner?

Zhou Weiying's vision blacked out. He felt that his career might be coming to its end… <<less

It’s the end of the world as humanity knew it.... more>>

It’s a time where humans and humanoids co-existed.

A group of elite “phantoms” are sent out on a retrieval mission. The team is tasked with retrieving a stolen parcel. The team with a 100% success rate easily retrieves their mission and completes their mission, or did they…?

Insentient humanoids are humanity’s creation. Their task is to obey humanity’s commands. Humans no longer need to shed blood on the battlefield henceforward. Humanoids took their place on the brutal battlefield. Humans were safe in the rear, or were they…? <<less

I love you, but I can't be with you. If i can split myself in two, I will be with you.

On the outskirts of the Pleasure City of Midas lies the Ceres special autonomous area, commonly known as the slums. Gang leader Riki, looking for an easy pocket to pick in the nightlife districts, gets caught red-handed…by none other than one of the highest-ranking, golden-haired android elites ruling from the capital Tanagura: the “Blondy” Iason Mink!
By all rights, a Blondy standing at the pinnacle of aristocracy and a slummer should have never crossed paths—their chance encounter marks the beginning of a love twisted by obsession, soon spiraling into a karmic chain of events...... more>>

⬇️ //// About the Japanese novel and anime adaptations ////
⬇️ //// About the English translation ////
⬇️ //// Current translation status ////
⬇️ //// Drama CDs, prequel and side stories ////

//// About the Japanese novel and anime adaptations ////

Originally serialized in the bimonthly magazine Shosetsu June (小説ジュネ) spanning six chapters from December 1986 to October 1987, the novel was released with minor revisions into a hardcover edition in 1990.
This first version of the story received a two-episode/OVA anime adaptation in 1992 and 1994.

Between the years 2001 and 2007, the original story was greatly expanded upon and released in six paperback volumes. After a change of Japanese publisher, two more volumes were released between 2009 and 2010, completing the series (the six aforementioned volumes were released as volumes 1-4 in the newest Japanese edition).
This second version of the story was meant to be adapted into a twelve-episode OVA anime—initially planned to release in 2010—but was postponed to 2012, only to be discontinued after the fourth episode’s release.

//// About the English translation ////

The English paperback expanded edition is made up of eight volumes: the six first volumes (Seibido/Crystal edition) + the two later volumes (#7 and #8 in English, but #5 and #6 in the newest Tokuma/Chara edition).
The change in Japanese publisher led to a change in translator for the English edition between vol1 to 6 and vol7 to 8: it is highly recommended to read the fan translations of #7 and #8 as opposed to reading the licensed edition, due to the massive loss in translation (expect a 50% word count difference between the two).

//// Current translation status of the different editions of the novel (as of April 20th, 2024) ////

. Shosetsu June edition, unlicensed: 2/6 chapters, ongoing fan translation.
. 1990 hardcover edition, unlicensed: 2/6 chapters, ongoing fan translation. An older fan translation had 4/6 chapters translated but the project was dropped.
. 2000’s expanded edition, English licensed: fully translated, complete.

//// Drama CDs, prequel and side stories ////

– The Shosetsu June story was adapted into a drama cassette and a drama CD (Dark Erogenous).
– The expanded story was adapted into three drama CDs (Destiny, Nightmare, Resonance)
– A prequel called Midnight Illusion was serialized in Shosetsu June between December 1992 and April 1993, and released as a hardcover in 1996. 3/6 chapters have been fan-translated into English.
– The 5 side stories have all been fan-translated into English (Kizu/Wound, File-0, Cal’s Sighs, Musk, Illusion Night) and are based on the expanded version of the novel.

Look up online “Ai no Kusabi Master List LiveJournal” to find the links to all the material listed above and more.

[This page was updated as per an anon’s request, all credit goes to the AnK community where credit is due.] <<less

You’ve transmigrated into a dating sim game where you’re doomed no matter what you choose. Now you have to win over the elusive Tower Lord whose heart you’ve failed to capture every time. But how can you do that when you’ve turned into your bias’s messenger bird?... more>>

The system says [“You have one year to accumulate 10000 affection levels or you will lose.

“You…what are you doing?”
“I’m asking for your hand in marriage.”

[Oops, Rai Sherfied’s affection for you has dropped 5849!]

I thought there was no hope for me after being rejected for every answer I chose.
It’s weird. My bias, who was so hard to meet before, keeps appearing in front of me.

“Don’t do anything dangerous and stay by my side.”
“I don’t know what will happen to you if you’re left alone.”
“You’re my student, so I’m responsible for you.”

And they let me stay by their side and take care of me?
Does that mean I won’t be annihilated?

“Hmm…… ruffles a few feathers.”

[Oops! Rai Sherfied’s affection for you just dropped by 0.0001!]

You’re being a little harsh on me just for ruffling some feathers.
……It’s probably too soon to let your guard down. <<less

“Wouldn’t it be nice if I were the main character?! Why am I just Priest 1?”... more>>

Kang Dan-ah, an avid reader of novels from the modern day era, becomes an extra character Priest 1

And to make matters worse, she’s just been sentenced to a life of servitude for a simple mistake.

There is only one way for Priest Elena to escape this crisis—

Teaching the emperor’s younger brother, a naughty eight-year-old.

Since it has come to this, she thought she would observe the romantic pursuit

of the main character, Rosaline, a colleague who’s by her side

who will eventually settle down with the Emperor after wavering among the three men.

“How dare a commoner like you become a teacher to the nobles like me?”

I never thought the heroine I was looking forward to would be so classist!

While shedding tears, she ends up taking care of Rosaline’s chores,

and unintentionally captivates her men.

But despite their approaches,

she becomes more interested in the mediocre man she coincidentally meets…

She truly didn’t realize

that he was the Emperor who pretended to be a rookie knight. <<less

【Other World + System + Romance + Slow-paced Daily Life + Sweetness Overload】... more>>

After being reborn into another world, I bought a s*ave for the first time, never expecting the silver wolf girl to be so cute...

Lin Feng: I know it's cold, but you don't have to sneak into my bed!

Yuna: Just sharing body warmth, if you dare do anything naughty, I'll definitely... <<less

During their sophomore year, the entire college was abuzz with the news that the two most attractive individuals on campus were now a couple. What surprised everyone even more was that they were both of the same gender, both Omegas.... more>>

One was the enigmatic and intimidating Liang Yan, while the other was the dreamy heartthrob that many yearned for, Ji Qiu.

In response, the Alpha population across the campus was in an uproar —”Damn! What the hell?”

Then, one day, a curious bystander noticed that Liang Yan’s belly seemed to be slightly rounded.

#Campus Chronicles: Love That Defies Convention -Those unconventional emotions were bound to end in tragedy!#

#Liang Yan’s Pregnancy: Was It a Result of Alpha’s Coercion or Omega’s Indulgence?#

#Who betrayed whom?!#

Time passed, and people witnessed Liang Yan, despite his pregnancy, confronting Ji Qiu in a corner of the campus field and giving him a thorough beating. Surprisingly, Ji Qiu didn’t fight back or retort!

But what no one heard was…

Ji Qiu looking pitiful: “Wuwuwu, Wife, I won’t pretend to be an Omega anymore!”

Liang Yan rolling up his sleeves: “I will beat you up no matter what day it is!*”

Drama queen Alpha in pursuit X the elegant Omega in high demand.

One-Line Synopsis: Don’t know how to act like an Omega? Let me teach you.

* 打你不挑日子 (dǎ nǐ bù tiāo rìzi) is a Chinese internet slang phrase that literally translates to “I won’t choose a specific day to beat you up.” It is often used humorously or playfully to imply that someone is ready to take action or confront someone without any hesitation or delay. <<less

Sui Yan was a villain, at least that's what everyone thought.... more>>

Her childhood friend and brother said: "Sui Yan, you've changed and become more and more disgusting."

Her best friend said: "Sui Yan, stay away from me. I don't want to see you again."

Her stepsister said: "Sui Yan, I hate you."

Her two biological brothers said: "Sui Yan, we don't have a sister like you."

The one she loved the most said: "Sui Yan, I could never like someone like you."

Sui Yan died. Even though it should have made everyone happy, it made them so heartbroken they could barely breathe.

In the blink of an eye, everyone mysteriously returned to the year Sui Yan was four years old. From then on... <<less

CP: Qu Jing X Yu Zhao, 1v1, HE, ABO has two settings.... more>>

Yu Zhao, an OMEGA, with a rose-like appearance and a personality as spicy as chili. He is an elite professional in the workplace, a young CEO with a naturally high concentration of honey rose pheromones. Fearing to lose control, he carries a suppressant with him daily, injecting himself with it when he goes into heat.

Qu Jing, an ALPHA, with a fragrance like sandalwood and a heart as deep as black ink. He is an elite professional in the workplace, a young CEO, and like Yu Zhao, he carries a suppressant with him daily, fearing he might lose control. Whoever gets attracted to him, he will give them an injection.

Yu Zhao and Qu Jing devote 99% of their time and energy to work. They don't pursue love but only money. Until one day, they are arranged to be married…

*This is not a power couple. Both may seem strong outside but are internally fragile, and the attacker needs to heal them.

*The legal, economic, and other plot points mentioned in this story are fictional, within a fabricated world, not following real-life logic.

Work tags: Fabricated World, ABO, Marriage Before Love, HE. <<less