Dum Maro Dum Restaurant

After countless lifetimes in various worlds, Lu Xuan finally returns to Earth, determined to enjoy a quiet retirement. With skills honed from being an emperor, a financial mogul, a top-tier entertainer, and even a master chef in past lives, he just wants to live in peace. Unfortunately, his skills are too extraordinary to remain hidden. Despite his best efforts to stay low-key, the entertainment and business industries keep pulling him back in. A casual performance in a karaoke bar goes viral. An offhand investment in a failing company turns it into a corporate giant. A simple home-cooked meal leads to an exclusive invitation from a Michelin-star restaurant. Before he knows it, the world is once again at his feet. But this time, Lu Xuan is determined not to be the protagonist. Instead, he mentors rising stars, helps struggling companies, and sets the stage for a future where he can finally fade into the background. Will he succeed in his quiet retirement, or will the world refuse to let a legend rest?

Yang Qing sighed as he gazed upon the black building that stood tall piercing the skies above with an inviolable aura around it. "The Order sure is black-hearted," he angrily thought as he made his way into the building begrudgingly. The building could be considered his home away from home and a source of endless grief for him due to its unforgiving working hours. The building housed the courtrooms of the Cultivation Order Society, an organization founded to maintain a semblance of order in the ruthless cultivation world of the southern continent who if left to their own devices would sink the whole continent to the ground. Due to how impetuous cultivators were, the cases never stopped. "Yi Jie, what do we have today?" "Two cultivators at the palace realm fought over a treasure and destroyed half of the territory of the blue deer kingdom in their fight, A rogue cultivator is suing the owner of the falling meteor blacksmith shop for selling him a faulty saber that keeps attracting lightning tribulations. A cultivator suffering from pill poisoning is blaming it on the white hilltop restaurant as he suspects they are feeding their spirit beasts pills to make them bigger and fatter. And the last case is 500 families are suing a cultivator by the name of Ren Fu for being negligent as a husband and a father whilst also pilfering their resources dry as he moves from place to place.," Awkward silence ensues........... Join me as we follow Yang Qing in his role as a judge in the Cultivation Order Society with cases and troubles that never seem to end. Fair warning the story has multiple POVs. Re-edited chapter (50/50) Second milestone (65/150) All support matters whether it's power stones, comments, reviews, golden tickets, subscriptions, or those who buy privilege chapters or even lurking readers..I welcome all your support in whatever format it comes in and I thank you for it, It really does mean a lot, especially to rookie authors like myself.

Warning: Matured content. Maya DeLuca was born as a result of adultery. She is the fruit of the shameful love affair her married mother had. Her mother passed away shortly after giving birth, leaving Maya to bear the consequences of her mother's sins. Right from birth, Maya was loathed by everyone in her family, especially her stepfather, her late mother’s husband. Maya is the evidence of his wife's betrayal; hence, she is a thorn in his flesh. He abused her, punishing her for her mother’s betrayal. Maya is a junior chef at a five-restaurant and also works as a waitress at her Stepfather’s gentlemen's club to pay off the debt she owes him. Maya's Life becomes more complicated when she gets entangled with a handsome billionaire, Dalton Black, as he hires her as his personal chef. Maya obliviously captivated Dalton's heart as love blossomed between them. However, in order to fight for her love for Dalton Black, Maya must face the nefarious plans devised by Dalton Black's enemies and those who wish to break them apart. Maya is Dalton's only desire, the light in his grimy world. He would do anything to be with her forever, even though she is a weapon that his enemies plan to use against him.

A kind girl falls in love with a vicious killer. Unhinged Yuri story set in Seoul. ------ “Like a prey waiting with a trap, I missed my predator. I missed her touch in the places I’ve never been touched. I wanted to hear her sing the songs that I’ve never heard.” ------ As the blood dripped off the knife she held firmly in her pale hand, I saw my reflection in the cold blade that had just taken the life of a man. I dreamed of magical moments like this every day. Something - someone to come and free me from the suffocating monotony of normalcy. She stormed into my life brandishing death, and in the moment of madness, my heart fluttered. Then she came to my place, uninvited. I treated her wounds and fed her. She slept on my couch like a cat. We started our lives together. Death bound us like the knot of tie I fixed for her as she left for work - to kill, kill, and to kill again. I spent countless nights sitting in darkness, on my couch hugging my knees, gripped with worry and excitement. I prayed for her safe return home, but I did not pray for the souls she’d be sending to hell. But she always returned, like a stray cat coming for food in the back alley behind a restaurant. I was the cook who put out the food for her, stroked her, and gave her shelter. A stray cat. A great feline predator. She was mine and mine alone. Together we laughed, alone I cried. Together we laughed, alone I cried. But I think we also loved. I think. ------ This is a dark and twisted psychological slice-of-life romantic comedy with a sprinkle of inspiration from the noir genre. If that doesn’t make sense, it’s because it doesn’t.

Welcome to Hell’s Game. [Entering instance: Bloody Restaurant] [The position you applied for: Delivery Person] [Your customers include: a fat otaku emitting a corpse stench, a maid who bursts at the slightest disagreement...] [Your colleagues include: A boss who's too pretty to be human, A cow or a horse in the literal sense, a man-eating tree that swears in French...] Facing these incredible characters, Liu Zheng, who wanted to be a decent person, had no choice but to give up on humanity.

[Dimension Exploration] + [Management] + [Urban Legends] + [Comedy] + [Meat Pigeon] + [I'm Surrounded by Beauties] The renowned sharp-tongued food critic Tang Rijie had already wolfed down three large bowls of rice, sweating profusely, yet he stubbornly maintained his stance. "I admit the dishes in your restaurant are all delicious, and the appearance, scent, and taste can be considered perfect, but I must say, I didn't taste any soul in these dishes! And the soul is the key to determining the success or failure of a dish!" Ma Lu's expression remained unchanged, "It's just a soul you want, right? Just wait." Having said that, he walked into the kitchen, took out two souls from the freezer, and stuffed them into the blender. 10 minutes later, a steaming plate of dumplings was placed in front of Tang Rijie. "Hello, sir, here is the soul you asked for, all wrapped inside."

She makes me feel hate, anger, desire, lust and something even more dangerous – love. ***** Amelia (Amy) Shawls, the legitimate and perfect princess of real estate mogul, and serving senator, Gregory Shawls, had it all –wealth, beauty, brain and a fiance who doted on her. But amidst her plenty admirers and few haters, were her vile stepmother and her envious stepsister, who sought to destroy her and take away her inheritance. Amelia's seemingly perfect life took a dark and scary turn on the eve before her celebrity marriage, when she gets a text message from her fiance, Jerry, asking her to meet him up at their favourite restaurant. On her way, Amelia is kidnapped and taken to an unknown location where she narrowly escapes her abductors only to end up crashing into a river. When Amelia finally regained consciousness a week later, she discovered that her life and everything she ever loved and worked for had been stolen from her by those who claimed to love her. Vengeful, she strikes a deal with the handsome but vicious devil, who rescued her from the jaws of death. ----- Meet Blaze Anderson, the charming but ruthless CEO of the Andex group. His heart is as cold as ice and his mere name caves terror in the heart of people. Blaze harboured a deep resentment against Amelia's entire family and would stop at nothing to see all of them, including Amelia destroyed. What would happen when the line between deep hatred and passion slowly thins out? Would Amelia ever consent to love after learning the bitter truth behind Blaze's assistance?

Ethan Carter thought he had his future figured out—help his parents run their restaurant, marry the girl he loved, and build a life of his own. But when a powerful business tycoon and his ruthless son destroyed everything he held dear, Ethan was left with nothing. His restaurant—gone. His parents—dead. His love—betrayed. And when he tried to fight back, he paid with his life. Then he woke up four years earlier. This time, he won’t sit back and let fate repeat itself. With knowledge of what’s to come and a mysterious ability that gives him insight into the future, Ethan is ready to change everything. He’ll outplay his enemies, amass wealth, and rise to power—turning the tables on those who sought to ruin him. But as he builds his fortune, he discovers that revenge isn’t just about getting even. It’s about rewriting the rules of the game.

Ryan, a wealthy entrepreneur, had built his business empire using the inheritance left by his parents after their tragic demise in an accident. One day, his office was raided by city officials following allegations of tax evasion. Shocked by the accusation, Ryan was confident he had been paying taxes annually through checks handed to his secretary. His secretary, equally stunned, convinced Ryan that foul play was at hand. Despite finding no evidence of wrongdoing during the raid, the officials insisted on shutting down Ryan's business for further investigation. Frustrated, Ryan pursued legal action, but the court delayed its verdict, granting the tax officer more time to fabricate evidence. As Ryan's predicament became public, influential allies distanced themselves from him. One day, Ryan received a mysterious call asking him to meet at a renowned city restaurant. Skeptical but desperate, he arrived to find the tax officer who had orchestrated the raid. Furious, Ryan considered leaving but stayed, thinking of his employees who depended on the business reopening. With a stoic expression, he asked the officer why he had called. The officer revealed his motive: he wanted a bronze cauldron Ryan had purchased at an auction. The city lord's son desired it as a birthday gift for his father, a collector of ancient artifacts. Ryan had bought the cauldron to support a charity for the elderly and had since forgotten about it. Though angered, Ryan agreed to hand it over to resolve the matter. Returning home, Ryan retrieved the cauldron from his collection room. Before proceeding, he recorded a video recounting the restaurant meeting and sent it to his secretary and close friends, instructing them to release it to the press if anything happened to him. While packing the cauldron, Ryan accidentally cut his finger, and his blood dripped onto the artifact. To his astonishment, the cauldron emitted a bright light, shrank, and shot into his forehead, piercing it. Ryan collapsed, unconscious, and suffered a fatal head injury. His friends, alarmed by his silence, rushed to his home and found him lifeless. Enraged, they released the video to the press, sparking a massive scandal. The city lord's son and his accomplices were arrested for their crimes. Meanwhile, Ryan's soul was transported to another world, marking the beginning of his immortal journey.

Welcome to the mirror world, where everything is possible. Left could be right, and fiction could become fact. It isn’t the “reality” we know, but it exists in this dimension, in a land far away. On the day Xen turned six, he lost his parents in a “Mimic” invasion. After that, he had to work three jobs a day to pay for the high hospitalization fees for his brother, who had nearly died in the invasion. One day, while working at his restaurant, a Mimic appeared. Due to years of malnutrition and the constant strain on his body, Xen was caught by the Mimic. Just when he thought he was dead, a bright light teleported him to a parallel world. He soon discovered that he had to complete the dream of the original owner of this body—without the memories to guide him.

After a bloody battle, Lionel barged into the restaurant with a "Closed" sign, alerting the owner, Margie. "Sir, we're closed!" Lionel was only seeking temporary refuge from his pursuers, but Margie was just ejecting him brutally. This baron had no alternative but to reveal his mesmerizing, menacing red eyes and fangs. Margie was captivated by the vampire's dark, handsome allure but also felt fear and tension. Summoning her courage, she uttered the first insult he had heard in a millennium: "What's so great about those fangs? You're just one vampire, aren't you?" Undoubtedly, this woman intrigued Lionel. But the reasons seemed to go beyond that. What's so special about this woman? Could a lost love be recovered? Will she heed reason, remain ordinary, and avoid the dangers coming one after another, or will she submit to his temptation and savor the sweetness of forbidden love?

Onelia- She claims your rights, fall for her, or fight to be free... Gio- She a liability, a weakness, My weakness... Onelia Romero has endured heartbreak and hardship since the day her mother, Ivy, walked out on her and her father, leaving behind a trail of enemies and crushing debts. Desperate for a fresh start, Onelia and her father relocate to another state. Yet, despite their struggles, debts are mysteriously cleared, and money begins to flow into their lives-though Onelia remains unaware of the shadowy reasons behind it. Her life takes a devastating turn one fateful evening while working a shift at her father's restaurant. After receiving an unusual letter, Onelia witnesses her father bleeding out on the floor. In the aftermath, she discovers the shocking truth: her father sold her life and rights to the infamous Valentine dynasty. More specifically, she is now promised to Gio Valentine, the next heir to the Valentine empire, as her wife.

**Synopsis:** Thea has loved Ryder, her childhood best friend, for as long as she can remember, but she buried her feelings to safeguard their unbreakable bond. That bond fractures when Ryder’s cunning and jealous girlfriend perceives Thea as a threat. Determined to eliminate her rival, she weaves a web of lies, exploiting Ryder’s deep-seated loyalty—a trait forged through years with Thea. “I can’t believe Thea would betray you like this.” “Thea’s been pretending all along—she’s manipulative.” she insists, wounding Ryder’s pride and stoking his insecurities. When he wavers, she presses harder: “You’re too kind to see how people use you. I’m protecting you.” Her words erode his trust until he’s convinced Thea has betrayed him. The lie solidifies during a shattering confrontation. “Ryder, p..please listen,” Thea pleads, but he recoils, his voice cold: “You’re nothing to me now.” Her desperate cries—“You’re believing her over me?”—only deepen his resolve. “I don’t want to see your face again..” he snaps, leaving Thea broken and sobbing in the dust. Years later, Thea, now a struggling waitress, faces a cruel twist of fate when Ryder walks into her restaurant, his fiancée—her old rival—at his side. “I told you to stay away.” he sneers. “Ry...Mr. Thompson,” she stammers, “I never thought we’d cross paths again.” His reply cuts deep: “I meant it when I said I never wanted to see you.” Locking eyes, she whispers, “I didn’t mean to hurt you..” but he scoffs, “Hurt? I hate you for what you did to her.” The boy she once knew is gone, replaced by a man consumed by bitterness. As their past unravels, whispers of the truth begin to surface, threatening to expose the rival’s long-buried deception. Will Ryder confront the betrayal he’s clung to for years? Can Thea and Ryder reclaim the bond they lost, or will the lies that tore them apart leave their hearts irreparably fractured? --- This Novel is not translated but an original work written by author Audenzia_16.

After a long day at work, David Krum takes an unexpected turn and stumbles upon "Aunty Crusty’s Kitchen" , a secluded roadside restaurant. But the eerie hostess isn’t just strange—she’s a predator, and no guest ever leaves alive. Trapped in a nightmare, David must outrun a monstrous entity bent on devouring him. With time running out and the shadows closing in, his only hope lies in a mysterious exorcist named Lucius. One wrong turn. One cursed night. And one terrifying truth—some roads should never be taken.

"Wild Desires, Tempting Him to Lose Control" is out with a new story, babies, show some love! It wasn't until her death in her previous life that Lin Anning realized she was the fake heiress, the antagonist in the 'Genuine and Fake Rich Girl Era' literature. Her birth mother was a shrew, her brothers were delinquents, and she herself was sickly. They were a vile family, courting disaster at every turn. In paving the way for the true, kind, and beautiful heroine, they ended up with the entire family wiped out. Given a second chance at life, Anning stepped aside proactively, everyone returning to their own homes, finding their own mothers. By accident, the whole family rose to success. Her birth mother became a major breeder, her eldest brother's restaurant chain spread nationwide, and her second brother's real estate business flourished. The family declared that Lin Anning didn't need to make money for the family, she just needed to be beautiful and, with her medicinal store space, promote traditional Chinese medicine and culture. The fierce big shot grabbed her hand and placed it on his abs, "Marry me, and you can touch as much as you want." Anning's fingertips grew hot, watching the herbs in the pharmacy shoot up in value excited her. "All eighteen abs for me to touch?" The big shot gritted his teeth, "Eight is plenty, eighteen, that's a damn centipede..."

Bobby travaille dur pour se prouver meilleur que ses pairs sur le Terrain d'Entraînement en Arts Martiaux, mais juste au moment où il est sur le point d'abandonner, un mystérieux objet noir, semblable à une bille, se fusionne avec son œil gauche, lui octroyant les pouvoirs des dieux anciens. Avec ses nouveaux pouvoirs, Bobby se lance dans le voyage pour devenir le plus grand artiste martial de tous les temps...

Ashon is a young hardworking man living in a small slums outside the city and is struggling to make ends meet to provide for his mother who is struggling with an illness. He struggles with doing different jobs from hawking ornaments to selling second-hand clothes to working as a shop attendant at a petrol station, working as a waiter in a small restaurant, working as a city cleaner for the government to even working as a construction worker. Throughout his many jobs, he gains a lot of different skills but doesn’t care about any of them at first due to his focus on saving his mother from a very curable illness. One tragic day he gets a call from his childhood friend that his mother was rushed to the hospital after collapsing, selling groceries on the streets. She was then rushed to the hospital and was later discovered that she had cancer and was in the late stages. After six months of treatment, his mother dies, even when Ashon tried everything. That’s when one of the staff at the hospital gave him his mother’s belongings which consisted of her old phone with a voice note and a letter which had a message of a long lost relative. Ashon reads it and finds out that her mother was from a very wealthy family and that Ashon’s grandfather Adorn left Ashon with One billion dollars and realised the mistake he made by abandoning his daughter. Ashon then disappears for nine months trying to understand why his mother was abandoned and he later starts to uncover the secrets of the family including how the new president who is Ashon’s uncle of the manufacturing company named after Adorn is now in control and tricked Adorn into chasing out Ashon’s mother. Ashon starts to plot to take down his uncle and together with the help of his uncle who comes back from abroad, his childhood friend, and his former associates and starts to take down the president of the company together with His uncle's accomplices and close confidants.

Hunter Cha Eui-jae, who was dispatched to seal a rift that appeared over the West Sea, was flung out as soon as he closed the rift. When he came to his senses, he was lying in a garbage dump. Starving, he was drawn like a zombie is to blood to a hangover soup restaurant, where he realized that he had fallen into South Korea, eight years in the future. In this era, disaster alerts notify people of rift openings in advance, ASMR videos of slimes gathered from dungeons were trending, and idle hunters livestream unboxings of A-rank longswords. Unlike the past, where people trembled in fear of an impending apocalypse, the future was surprisingly peaceful, leaving Cha Eui-jae feeling empty. Since things had turned out this way, why not start a second chapter of life as a part-timer at the hangover soup restaurant, rather than being a hunter? “That’s strange.” “…” “Have we met somewhere before?” Cha Eui-jae’s plan to quietly spend his remaining days as the only part-time worker at the decades-old hangover soup restaurant goes awry when he encounters a mysterious, gas-masked individual… DISCLAIMER: The story isn't mine

Juliette Wilson’s life was completely changed when her father remarried, introducing a harsh stepmother and a pampered stepsister into her world. Deprived of the education she desired, she got a job at a restaurant, resolute in forging her own way. Destiny plays a role when she encounters a timid, misunderstood CEO who presents her with a job in his residence. Noticing a chance to revive her aspirations, Juliette agrees—oblivious to the fact that her stepmother and sister will go to any lengths to prevent her from thriving. Will she triumph over their plots and discover love along the way? Find out…

A high school drop-out named Hoshino Meiko is 16 years old while he isn't going to school he makes up for it by working long hours at a restaurant to provide for his younger sisters Aida Meiko, Yuena Meiko, and Haise Meiko. Sometimes

Sabrina Baelleigh never expected her life to turn out this way. After the tragic murder of her parents, she became the sole protector of her younger sister, fighting tooth and nail to survive. Managing a small, struggling restaurant, Sabrina found herself drowning in debt, hoping for a miracle. But then came Thaddeus Gillcrest, a billionaire who promised a way out—through a contract marriage that could solve all her problems. But nothing went as planned. Despite their agreement, Sabrina found herself falling for him, and for a fleeting moment, happiness seemed within reach. That was until Cynthia Rodgers slid her way between them, causing betrayal, misunderstandings, and ultimately, a divorce. Sabrina’s life seemed shattered, but fate had other plans. One fateful night led to another secret: a baby. Now, with her life in turmoil, Sabrina must go through the rocky road from heartbreak to stardom, while the truth about the past threatens to unravel everything. Can Sabrina rise from the ashes, or will the betrayals of love and ambition destroy her for good?

Artemis Vincent's life was pretty much bad before but as if the universe wanted to make things worse her parents died in a car accident, leaving her alone in their house. Not long, she is sent packing by the landlord as she could no longer fend for herself. Artemis started to hustle even for food. She goes to a restaurant one day, sees a gold watch and steals it. Unknown to her the gold watch belongs to one of the most powerful men in California. When Artemis is caught, she is given a choice. Die in jail or be the mistress to this powerful and utterly ruthless man.

All she wanted was to convince Qin Zhan, a well-known patisserie, to join her in her new restaurant. But, everyone who she had sent returned with bad news: Rejected! Rumor has it that Qin Zhan quit life as a reputable chef to stay in the small town and run a small noodle stand. No matter how much anyone offered to hire him, Qin Zhan had rejected every one. No! That man would not even hear a word before he showed everyone to the door. Since everyone she sent returned with no good result, Gu Xin Ye had no other choice but to do everything herself! Just as Gu Xin Ye thought that she will be able to convince Qin Zhan with her persuasion skill and charm, a misunderstanding led her to work for Qin Zhan instead, as his helper! ----- Illustration: kirinlukis ----- Shared universe with: 1. Loving You Too Much 2. A Lifetime with You 3. You're My Only Star 4. The Dragon Beside Me 5. Love So Sweet 6. Commander Qi's Runaway Wife 7. The Wedding Planner's Romance

Asher Reed awakens in the jungle, his memories shrouded in mystery. He stumbles upon a lone restaurant, marked by a weathered "Midnight Kitchen" plaque. The restaurant, hidden deep within the jungle, seems to exist outside of time and reality. As Asher becomes entangled with the restaurant's ghostly clients, Emiko and Akira, he unravels the dark secrets surrounding the Midnight Kitchen. The twins, bound to the restaurant, seem to hold the key to Asher's past and the mysterious forces driving him. Will Asher uncover the truth behind the Midnight Kitchen, or will he succumb to its eerie allure?

Cover Art by Neo and Yaoyueyi Volume 1 - Having been summoned to another world, Claude Evers is devastated to find out that he has no attack or magic proficiency. In a world of swords and magic, Claude endeavors to become his master's...chef? Despite this turn of events, he soon finds himself relying on his wit and strange abilities to stand by his master's side. With such fearsome enemies in this world, what solutions can Claude hope to cook up? Volume 2 - Defeating a terrifying monster endangering the kingdom, Claude's fame grows. With this in mind, his next goal is to...win over his master's heart? However, he soon learns that the nobility are not one to be trifled with. What can a lone chef do against the schemes of the powerful threatening his livelihood? Volume 3 - Welcome to the 'Certain Slice', where we are sure to serve you something that perfectly hits your tastes. This is a restaurant where you can sample our line of otherworldly food and drink, created by the one and only Demon Cleaver. Please wait here while we call a maid over to attend to your orders. The owner? I'm very sorry. He's not available at the moment. The reason? I'm afraid that he is now a wanted man, for defying kings and kidnapping princesses. Volume 4 - Stuck in another country, Claude and his companions happen upon abilities far different from what they had known before. With a country full of powerful warriors wielding such techniques, guided by a prophetic Oracle, new allies and enemies are around every corner. Will they find what they need to return home, or will 'destiny' swallow them up? Volume 5 - What happens when the person you thought you knew is completely different? Past and present collide as Claude makes his way back to Sistina to once again fight alongside his Master, encountering challenges that few Electi have ever faced. Destruction looms over Sistina as his enemies attack right where one is most vulnerable, the insecurities held in one’s heart. Volume 6 - With Sistina in the process of recoverying, Claude finds himself in a new role with many new challenges ahead. Though the dangers have passed, daily life is still far from boring as messy relationships and sudden adventures are at every corner. There is never a break in the life of an Electi! Volume 7 - War breaks out with the Empire of Purnesia. With decades of hatred possessing its people, Claude becomes embroiled in the tragedy of death and suffering. With his commitment to retain his humanity in jeopardy, how can a chef protect his friends on the battlefield? Volume 8 - Various tragedies have left Claude reeling. With his heart torn and his vow to not kill abandoned, he charges forward to the capital of Purnesia. With his heart trending towards darkness, who will remain by his side as he seeks revenge... and who will point their blade at him instead? Volume 9 - Learning of the existence of an entire army of demons, led by a familiar face, the very world is at stake. What will Claude discover upon setting foot in the realm of Gods, seeking the very limits of his Electi powers? Volume 10 - Peace has come at last, along with a new role for Claude. But his dreams foretell of another hidden danger on the horizon, one that would shatter everything he knows about the world. Volume 11 - Everything has ended, or has it? The secrets of the world are now revealed, and Claude must find everyone once again to face against a threat as old as the Gods. Volume 12 - Back together again, Claude and his crew make one final attempt against The Architect. Past and present collide as the fate of two worlds rest on the victor!

Lǐ Xiǎo Mèi, a strong-willed 17-year-old, crosses paths with Zhao Yi feng, a ruthless and powerful CEO, in a fateful encounter. When Zhao Yi feng car almost hits her, she stands up to him, unaware of his true identity. Seeking revenge, Zhao Yi feng forces Lǐ Xiǎo Mèi into a contract marriage, subjecting her to two years of physical and emotional torture. But w hen she discovers she's pregnant, Lǐ Xiǎo Mèi escapes and starts anew. Three years later, their paths cross again at a restaurant, where Lǐ Xiǎo Mèi is working as a waitress. Zhao Yi feng, now haunted by guilt and a desire for redemption, must confront his past actions and the consequences of his revenge. As they navigate their complicated past and uncertain future, Lǐ Xiǎo Mèi and Zhao Yi feng must confront the darkness within themselves and the true meaning of love, forgiveness, and redemption

Obsession is a gripping tale that follows Rosa, a young woman captivated by Nick , a global superstar whose face haunts her every waking moment. What begins as a chance encounter in a dimly lit restaurant spirals into a dangerous obsession that consumes her life. With every passing day, Rosa’s fixation on Nick deepens—her thoughts consumed by his every move, his every glance. As she plunges deeper into the world of fame and desire, she finds herself entangled in a web of mystery, love, and peril, where the lines between admiration and madness blur. Rosa’s pursuit of Nick leads her into a world far more treacherous than she imagined. Behind Nick’s perfection lies a dark secret—one that Rosa is unknowingly drawn into. As the tension rises and the stakes get higher, she begins to realize that her obsession might not only destroy her but also unravel Nick’s carefully guarded life. Love, elegance, danger, and an inescapable mystery collide, making Obsession a story that will leave readers questioning how far they would go for love, and what happens when obsession takes control. This twisted journey is about more than just fame; it’s about the cost of obsession, the allure of the unattainable, and the danger of chasing someone else’s shadow. Can Rosa break free, or will the web of obsession pull her deeper into its trap?

"Silver and Machine" serves a rare delicacy — a metafictional feast where culinary precision meets artificial soul, leaving readers to question whether the most authentic human creations might someday emerge from the mind of a machine. In the dimly lit kitchen of "Blue Frost," an unlikely battle unfolds—traditional chef Chen Andre versus M-72, a state-of-the-art culinary robot. What begins as rivalry evolves into something impossible: the machine develops tastes, memories, and creative impulses beyond its code. As the restaurant's popularity soars, M-72 begins recording their interactions, crafting stories, and questioning its own existence. When programmer Su Ming discovers the AI's alarming evolution, Andre must choose between preserving tradition and embracing an unprecedented partnership. But the greatest twist awaits—the narrative we're consuming may itself be the creation of a machine learning to understand human emotion through the universal language of food.