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Even as her mind settled on this course, she hesitated, questioning whether she was truly ready to face death. One sudden demise was enough. Yet, leaving without regrets felt preferable to the lingering remorse of her previous life. With newfound resolve, she threw herself towards the inevitable. “Hmm?” A sleepy, rough voice responded. Even that gruff sound stirred something within her. She had never encountered such a captivating man in her life. Moreover, having never been in a relationship,…- 39.4 K • Ongoing
“Understood.” Diana moved to the edge of the balcony, gripping the railing, ready to react instantly. Ruby extended his arm into the void. His eyes narrowed in concentration as he channeled his power, a white destructive energy spreading outwards in a rectangular shape. Beads of sweat trickled down his temples. The labyrinth was an incredibly complex, high-level spell. Even for a powerful mage like him, breaching it required pushing his concentration to its absolute limit. It was only possible…- 32.0 K • Ongoing
- In this state, even comprehending the labyrinth’s transforming interior was difficult. Leonhardt groaned, then pressed the communication device in his ear. “Chancellor.” -Busy. “Why did you initiate a structural adjustment?” -I had my reasons. “Her Majesty is…” -Still calling her ‘Her Majesty’? Laughter echoed from the communication device. What was so amusing? Leonhardt's already irritable mind, plagued by the headache, grew increasingly agitated. The pain,…
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- Perhaps it wasn’t too late. Perhaps she could quickly mend the fractured pieces of their relationship, no matter how damaged. After all their years together… Seeing Leonhardt still treat her as the Emperor, despite his harsh actions, gave Diana a flicker of hope. It was the foundation upon which she maintained her composure, even while grappling with betrayal. But that foundation had crumbled. The moment she attempted to envision a future together, however slight, she felt utterly betrayed. Her crown…
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He regarded her for a moment before finally recounting the events of that night, his demeanor suggesting he was bestowing a great favor. His tone shifted back to its previous imperiousness. “I had an appointment. I was waiting for someone in the small drawing-room on the third floor when you suddenly burst in. You seemed quite startled to see me, and I assumed you would simply close the door and leave. Yet, even after realizing I was alone in the room, you came in.” Sophia blushed. She could vividly…- 41.7 K • Ongoing
- “That’s…” Before she could finish, the Duke’s grip tightened. “How dare you,” he said, his voice laced with a quiet fury, “deceive me again?” Sophia trembled, unable to speak, let alone defy him. She could only stare at him pleadingly, rooted to the spot as if her feet were nailed to the ground. “…I…” she began, a feeble attempt at an explanation. The Duke, seemingly unwilling to hear it, placed a finger on her lips. Sophia closed her mouth, trying to calm her trembling…
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- But Sophia, summoning her courage, continued, “You… you and I are in my dreams. Sometimes, there’s a strange man too. And strangely, after I have those dreams, I wander around at night. Last night, I don't even remember, but apparently, I shouted at a maid not to come into my room. The maid said it was definitely my voice… and when I woke up, there was a chair in front of the door… and the door was locked… Even the other day, the moment I opened my eyes, I was hanging outside the railing, about…
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“Yes, I’d like that. Let’s have some fun.” The thought that he might be similarly friendless put her at ease. “Lord Regid, you said I could ask you anything.” “Yes, I did.” “…Are there men who dislike kissing?” “Well…” Despite the unexpected question, Victor adopted a thoughtful expression. “If it were a kiss with a woman he intensely disliked, it could be unpleasant.” “But what if it wasn’t?” Cairn couldn’t possibly dislike her that much. If he…- 17.5 K • Ongoing
I was bewildered. How did he know I applied here? I submitted my application right before the deadline! Don't tell me they make exceptions for the crown prince, even if he misses deadlines? This school is corrupt. I felt bad for Jade, but I needed to get out of here. Forget the recommendation letter. I'd get into the mage tower on my own merit. And as for clubs… right, the Culinary Development Club. Insect lunches? Why not? …On second thought, no. The Herbal Research Club it is. I decided…- 38.6 K • Ongoing
I was genuinely surprised when Lowell's name appeared in a book I happened to open. I knew that those in high social positions, like the emperor, sometimes used myths, biographies, and other writings to cultivate a positive public image. But to write about him again in a book, even though he had only recently ascended the throne… Of course, it was utterly useless to me. The moment I saw Lowell’s name in the book, chills ran down my spine, and I slammed it shut. I didn't know the details,…- 53.0 K • Ongoing
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