reading

In a world where only one Saint is born per generation, the birth of twin sisters—Hestia and Astrea—was a miracle… and a problem. While Hestia was hailed for her holy powers, Astrea—the younger twin—was labeled useless and treated like an afterthought. When Hestia refuses a politically arranged marriage meeting, Astrea is forced to go in her place. But things take an unexpected turn when she captures the attention of Silvert, the charming second prince of a neighboring kingdom—and somehow ends up engaged!?

Sorang's one wish is to abandon the sluggish life of a half-human, half-goblin and become the perfect Korean goblin. However, when she crosses paths with a special human named Sujo in her shop, Sorang Studio, a budding romance forms. Will their different goals cause friction, or will they grow together?

From Bill Watterson, bestselling creator of the beloved comic strip Calvin and Hobbes, and John Kascht, one of America’s most renowned caricaturists, comes a mysterious and beautifully illustrated fable about what lies beyond human understanding. In a fable for grown-ups by cartoonist Bill Watterson, a long-ago kingdom is afflicted with unexplainable calamities. Hoping to end the torment, the king dispatches his knights to discover the source of the mysterious events. Years later, a single battered knight returns. For the book's illustrations, Watterson and caricaturist John Kascht worked together for several years in unusually close collaboration. Both artists abandoned their past ways of working, inventing images together that neither could anticipate—a mysterious process in its own right.

"You'd better not even dream of being recognized as my wife. There will never be an heir from Balazit's daughter.” Nadia couldn't agree more with his opinion. Thank you, Marquis, be sure to keep your word. “The Marquis said you had no intention of sleeping with me.” “… … .” “So, to ensure an heir, there's no other choice but to take a concubine... … .” Nadia's head jerked at the sound of something crushing on her. Then, out of the corner of her eyes, she saw that the table her husband was working on had cracked. No, why did it suddenly break?

Inspired by the story behind Orson Welles' The Third Man - The Prague Coup! Author Graham Greene finds himself in the midst of an intricate plot to unseat the Czech government, in an explosive event remembered as The Prague Coup! A tense political thriller from Hard Case Crime set against the backdrop of Orson Welles’ The Third Man! Author Graham Greene finds himself in the midst of an intricate plot to unseat the government of Czechoslovakia in an event that would be remembered as The Prague Coup. Winter 1948, the Austrian capital is under occupation by the allied powers. Debriefed by London Films, Graham Greene works on the writing of his next feature film, assisted by the enigmatic Elizabeth Montagu. A seemingly peaceful mission enters into a revolution that history will remember as the "coup de Prague".

Once a powerful and kind sorceress, Sera's life is turned upside down when she is betrayed and cursed, causing her magic to turn dark and twisted. Forced into the role of a villain, Sera must navigate a treacherous world filled with enemies and scarce allies. As she battles her inner demons and external threats, Sera discovers that embracing her darker side may be the only way to reclaim her destiny and uncover the truth behind her curse. Join Sera on her journey of transformation, betrayal, and redemption in this captivating manhua.

[Klein Moretti a.k.a. Mr. Fool's Food Appreciation Essay]. And [Its Name]. Praise The Fool! ⚠Attention⚠ • Please do <i>not</i> re-upload this fan translation. • Also, this is a <i>heavy</i> spoiler for those who haven't read the novel before. *Read at with your own risk.* • Not 100% accurate. So I apologize if I made any grammatical errors. This was my first time making one. I hope you grasp the context of the story.

Jaehee never imagined her feet would capture so much attention—until Jeegin, a shoemaker with a secret fetish, steps into her life. As Jaehee starts developing feelings for the older Jeegin, she wonders if he’s actually into her...or just her feet. And why is her best friend suddenly looking so handsome? Stuck between foot-fueled flirting and a confusing crush, Jaehee has to untangle her messy love life. Will she choose the hot shoemaker or her handsome best friend?

Nari is living her best life as a beautiful, wealthy university student on the prowl for hotties with her best friend, Miyeon. The pair live by Miyeon’s golden rule: don’t sleep with anyone at school. But Nari is having trouble abiding… When she accidentally hooks up with a junior from her university, the damage is done, right? What’s the harm in doing it again with another guy… or two? It was a silly rule anyway, right?

you are only mine babygirl you can't escape from me you are mine to love mine to fuck mine to destroy all your body and soul mind and heart is mine little girl got it " the male said Jeon jungkook is a rich billionaire in the country and under ground mafia, he marries y/n as his parents forced him to , but he didn't once touch with y/n and once he fucker her and took her innocentce , and that night changed their both lives , as y/n get pregnant by his child growing in her womb . Mafia romamce Thriller

This series contains themes regarding domestic abuse, sexual content and themes that may not be suitable for all readers. Viewer discretion is advised. Some marry for love, and some marry for convenience. In Ijae's case, she marries Yuheon, the son of a business tycoon, to save her family after her father ends up in deep debt. Even though their marriage is contractual, ljae feels an intense attraction for the cold and calculating Yuheon. Every night in her dreams, she imagines what it would be like to make love with him... until one day, the two end up actually sharing a passionate night together. But will their physical chemistry be enough to build a genuine connection? Or will ljae remain a pawn in Yuheon's game?

Daon Yoo, a 25-year-old tutor, wants her first time to be with someone well-endowed. She asks her brother’s friend, Woohyun Na, to guide her. As their intimate sessions continue, Woohyun’s feelings for Daon grow significantly. Their pleasurable encounters, filled with deep connections and intense moments, blur the lines between carnal enjoyment and something more. What started as a quest for a memorable experience becomes a journey of unexpected emotions…

When Duchess Delga Le Siegfried finds an abandoned boy named Asher, she takes him in so he can recover—but no good deed goes unpunished. As memories from her past life rush back to her, Delga realizes that Asher is destined to become a bloodthirsty killer. Between running the duchy and keeping her secret abilities in check, Delga has no patience for any of Asher’s mischievous schemes. Can Delga find a way to stop him from going down the wrong path? Or will she be swallowed by his obsessive love?

From the moment Princess Raha's eyes turned blue—the color symbolic of the imperial heir—she has wanted nothing but death. After her brother seized the throne, he sent her an endless stream of bedchamber slaves captured from conquered lands, but none emerged alive. None until Shane Hildes.

Oneshot 🔞🍌🍑