Does Garp Retire

Ava Lee is a fierce 28-year-old with a reputation as the go-to wedding planner for modern lovebirds. But when her grandmother, the legendary matchmaker Mei Lee, decides to retire, Ava is roped into managing her old-school matchmaking service as a favor. Skeptical about Mei’s “fate over algorithms” approach, Ava begins mixing modern tech (swipe-right dating apps) with Mei’s unconventional methods, leading to unexpected results—and disasters. The real problem? Divorce lawyer Ryan Kim, who keeps sabotaging Ava’s matches under the guise of “saving people from heartbreak.” Forced to collaborate with Ryan to save a failing matchmaking project, Ava discovers there’s more to his cynical view of love—and to her own guarded heart.

I truly was the Great Sage Equalling Heaven and never changed; Just like causing havoc in the Heavenly Palace, breaking through the spiritual firmament, my defiance undying. I wish to be equal with heaven, an unconquerable being, From now on, free and unfettered. What I hate will eventually vanish like smoke and clouds; What I protect will surely live on forever.

One moment she was time-traveling, the next, Zhang Xiaoying, a lifelong singleton, skipped right over marriage and childbirth to joyfully become an amazing old lady. She started with nothing but four walls and was gifted three sons and a daughter, each more infuriating than the last. What could she do? She rolled up her sleeves and started whipping them into shape. Not listening? A fist is the best argument, and good behavior comes from the stick’s end. As days got better, the family realized that more and more officials and noblemen were visiting the old lady, wanting to take her away for retirement! No way, it’s only right for sons to support their mother in her old age. Even the Emperor has to get in line! The Emperor: “The teacher is mine; whoever dares compete with me for the privilege of caring for her in her old age, I shall decimate their nine relatives!” Zhang Xiaoying: “Scared, so scared. This pile of pampering can go to whoever wants it; all I want to do is retire quietly.” [Strong female lead, no romantic plot] Recommended completed wen: Farming novels "The Manly Wife of the Prime Minister's House" and "The Little Evil Girl of the Farmstead," campus wen "The Nation's Goddess is Super Cool" "The Reborn Rich Girl is a Top Student" and "The Little Cutie is Somewhat Arrogant"

[1v1 pure love + transmigration + ancient martial arts + highly pampered by disguise group + mysticism + entirely fictional universe] Gu Zhiqi transmigrated into the role of the vicious female antagonist. The heroine was a true heiress with numerous disguises, while she, usurping the nest of others, constantly framed the heroine, and in the end, tragically received her 'boxed lunch' as the fake heiress. Gu Zhiqi: Even transmigration can't stop me from retiring! However, transmigration couldn't, but poverty could. Master Zhi was forced into business! ... #Breaking! Gu Family's fake heiress, Gu Zhiqi, kicked out and now swindling money as a fortuneteller under a bridge# The protagonists' group style started to go awry. Eldest Brother Gu: Need money? Take this neighborhood. Second Brother Gu: Second bro gives you an entertainment company. Third Sister Gu: Just made a billion, keep it safe. Fourth Brother Gu: Young master's championship prize money, take it. Money-loving heroine: Need money? Pick any color card you like. Biological brother: Come back to inherit the family fortune. Gu Zhiqi: "..." Huh? What happened to the vicious female antagonist script? ... #Breaking! Everyone in the Gu Family is a top player in their fields, except the fake heiress who's nothing but a pretty face# And then, the big shots started calling one after another. First Big Shot: Our alliance's ancestral site doesn't have better feng shui than under a bridge? Master Gu, reconsider? Second Big Shot: Need money? Think about that last order. Third Big Shot: Have time for fortune-telling, but no time to write papers? Fourth Big Shot: Miss Gu, I have a surgery here, what do you think... ... Gu Zhiqi: Read, retiring, do not disturb. A certain movie star: You just used my account. Gu Zhiqi, who had swindled enough money to retire, "..." ?!

Raised to be the perfect soldier for battle, Alexander had risen to be the youngest S rank Merc. After attaining the strength he so desired, his adoptive father forcefully made him leave the battlefield. Alex unwilling to acknowledge his retirement was given a mission by his adoptive father. "The mission objective is to find a girl in the public High School you'll be attending and protect her." A familiar story a different route. The first part of the story will be similar with some newly added scenes as well as different choices. Note: Reading this or Adopted Soldier first will not ruin the experience.

After dying as a retired professional, John Evigeni wakes up in a new magical world where fight and death are common occurrences. As a Merchant, he's determined to navigate this realm facing daunting challenges with unexpected allies by his side. Will he discover the path to true fulfillment or remain shackled by his past?

Ali, a high school underdog, dreams of honoring his late father by becoming a boxing champion, despite being overshadowed by Jason, the school’s star athlete and golden boy. When Ali stumbles upon Coach Rahman, a retired boxer training kids in his backyard, he begins an arduous and often comical journey of self-discovery, friendship, and rivalry. At first, Ali struggles to find his footing, enduring teasing from his best friends Zahra and Farid and facing ridicule from Jason, who challenges him to prove himself at the upcoming state championship. Balancing training, school, and his growing feelings for Crsytall—a classmate caught between Amir and Jason—Amir gradually gains confidence under Coach Rahman’s tough but caring mentorship. As Ali grows stronger, the rivalry with Jason intensifies, but so does their mutual understanding. Jason’s perfect image hides his own battles with parental expectations, while Amir learns to balance his newfound ambitions with his relationships and studies. With his friends rallying around him and Crsytall’s quiet encouragement, Amir’s persistence and grit begin to pay off.

What would you do if a Prince Suddenly got interested in you? In the land of Wyverdale, The Crowned Prince has finally returned from War victorious, his Father immediately wants him to Marry and then Commences the Festival of the Virgins. |||||||| Excerpt "Your Highness I am not an Easy woman" she said "Really? then if I proposed to you this instant would you agree?" he asked "----" |||| "It's time to consummate our Marriage don't you think?" he asked "Umm, Your Highness in my family we do not commence anything till spring" she replied "Oh is that so? since when?" he asked "Umm since my generation" she replied "---" Lady Diwura Lily Scot- The only child of Duke and Duchess Scot. Looks quiet and gentle on the outside, but a stubborn strong headed woman on the inside, with her pride at stake she willfully walked into a trap and got married to the Prince, her motto being that she was not an easy woman at all, and that did she prove. Prince Liam of Wyverdale -Usually cold, calculative and serious, the heir to the throne of Wyverdale, but when he meets Wura he slowly begins to change, he becomes playful and childish whenever she is around, and the two often fool each other. But only the end will tell where their relationship would go.

Leon lived an ordinary life like common folks in the modern world. Naive and normal he was, until he was sent to a different timeline, where he replaced Leon of that timeline. Not a modern world, but an ancient time for sure. The world was arcane for the boy, a world divided by classes of holy and commoners. Unfortunately, he wasn't a boy with a golden spoon in his mouth but rather a commoner like others. People in the holy class had the power akin to magic, but those in the lower class weren't that special. Like every story, Leon power aroused from slumber; an ordinary had awakened a power akin to what we call 'SSS LLevel.' When the authorities of Holy Palace found out, they enlisted him in their list of 'Hero'. Leon never cared. What he pondered all the time was to enjoy even this life. He wasn't transmigrated nor reincarenated. He ruminated about his purpose: 'why was he sent here?' at first, nothing surged in mind until his Heroic journey concluded; he had realized the purpose.

Crown Prince Ian Stromridge has just returned from battle, hailed as a hero, greeted with people's adoration and blessings but he brings home a beautiful woman, though he's already married leaving everybody completed nonplussed. His wife, Princess Angelica Stromridge wed him for convenience before he left for war. Their marriage lacked affection and was rife with misunderstandings from the start. From name-calling to accidental letters leading to further misconception. During his absence, Angelica played the dutiful wife, sacrificing to maintain the household, being the lovely princess and wonderful daughter in law, only to face his return with another woman whom the entire kingdom agreed was more beautiful than she was! Will she divorce or fight for his love, a love that clearly never existed in the first place? Will she clear the misunderstandings and surmount the obstacles or will it be a post-marriage love story or an ex-wife tale full of regret? Excerpt |||| "My princess..." called a maid, knocking on the door her hand trembling. "Come in." replied Angelica as the door opened hearing footsteps approaching. "What are you doing here? I gave stern orders for no one to disturb me for the entirety of the day." her austere voice rang out. "I... I know my princess... please forgive me... I... I did not mean to disturb you but... this is something very important." "Let's have it then." replied Angelica closing the book she had been reading as she laid eyes on the maid. The maid gulped, the fear evident in her eyes, she did not know how Angelica would react to the severely bad news she had brought with her, however, one thing was sure, Angelica would not react lightly at all. "My... m...y prince...ss the..." said the maid, causing Angelica to sigh in annoyance, rolling her eyes, she had better things to do than sit here listening to the maid's mumbling. "Yes, say it." said Angelica giving the maid a hand. "My princess, the crowned prince has returned." said the maid. "Oh... well that's nice... I guess I will see him later, or better yet tomorrow. There is no rush, I am sure he is swarmed by crowds at the moment." replied Angelica lazily, she really had no intention of moving from this spot. "But my princess... ther— " "Oh, you're right, it would be unacceptable if I did not come out to greet him, rumours would certainly ensue and the kingdom would be in serious hysteria as they always are." replied Angelica annoyed. "Yes, you are right, I should go and welcome him back home." said Angelica as she stood up and yawned. "My princess... that is not all, there is something else..." said the maid. "And what is that?" asked Angelica as the maid's eyes darted around the room, she did not know what to do, or how best to put this. "My princess... the... the crowned prince has truly returned but..." said the maid with a prolonged pause. "But what?" asked Angelica, her senses tingling, she had a inking that there was something wrong from the maid's strange behaviour. "But his highness..." paused the maid. "Out with it now!" said Angelica sternly. "His highness has returned with a strange woman and the rumours claim that she is his new wife!" spat out the maid as Angelica suddenly felt lightheaded and she fell back down on the chair. "My princess!" cried the maid as she rushed to her. "This is some sort of farce." said Angelica as the maid proceeded quickly to fan her with a cloth. "No my princess... it is true." replied the maid. "This is impossible. Ian must be mad, I am going to see this display of stupidity for myself!" said Angelica hotly, quickly rising up and storming out of the room as the poor maid followed behind her. ||||

After 10 years of a Loveless Marriage, Natasha Was Mysteriously killed by an unknown murderer, she is given a second chance at life, and she goes back to 5 years before it all happened, will she be able to change her fate and protect the ones she loves or will she succumb just like her previous life? Natasha White, she was wrongly accused of committing an unforgivable sin, with no one ready to fight for her innocence and believe her, she ends up dying in the worst possible way, now with her given a second chance, she is ready to stand up for herself. Dominic White, he hates his wife with Passion, after what she did to him, he never thought that he could forgive her, he had trusted her, and she took that trust and broke it, now with his Wife Slowly changing, would he give her a second chance? or not even care at all. Dive into the past, present and future with A Second Chance; I will not waste it.

Lucas Silver was summoned to another world at 16, along with other heroes, to fight a great evil. For 8 long years, they battled together, eventually defeating the demon lord. But even with their victory, peace never came. Instead, the heroes turned on each other, fighting for power and control. Kingdoms chose sides, fueling the chaos. Lucas, now 24, only wanted a quiet life, far from the endless conflict. But retirement was easier dreamed than done in a world ruled by ambition and greed.

In a futuristic society, the largest gaming company in the world creates a new virtual reality game with infinite promises, the game called Pandora Box. And a recently retired young man finds himself face to face with this game, aiming to fulfill his friend's request, Alex enters this "second world", a world full of adventure, , wars, fights, magic,mythological and maybe even love? Come and open the box of a new world the box of chaos. IG:@great.daoofspace

When the upper realm reconnected with the modern world, facing an aging population and low birth rates, what it found was a degraded society that ate, slept and left all their work to ai. How will the immoral celestial sect and its ancient immortals adapt to their new eccentric recruits.

An ordinary man born with luxury but condemned to an awful death. His family was harmed to the point of no return, he was used by his wx-fiancee and manipulated by his trusted friend. He felt the tragedy first hand making him both frustrated and sad with what happened to him. Now being reborn gave him another chance to change his fate but will history repeat itself? Find out as our unlikely, timid hero grows into a powerful but awkward fighter. Learning how to slap his enemy left and right, this hero will make sure to get what he deserves and promised himself not to be a stepping stone of others anymore. Join him as he meets people along the way that will be part both his growth and character. Copyright Infringement: This is a fictional story. All characters, places, and events in this book are written in fantasy. Any resemblance or similarities to either entities or persons, places and occurrences are completely coincedental.

A life of hard work and sacrifice was all he knew, his old world was plagued by dimensional fractures that unleashed monsters upon the land but he was just a normal man. For nineteen years, he devoted himself to mastering an impossibly difficult game, unfortunately as he was about to retire, his life ended, but death was not the end; he was thrown in an unfamiliar world, reincarnated into the body of his in-game character, a formidable being shaped by years of hard work. His soul, carrying the wisdom and fragmented memories of a life well-lived, now fuses with the identity and memories of his character, creating something new altogether.

Daisy's life takes a dark turn when spider man shatters her life by fatally stabbing and killing her. However, destiny intercedes, offering her an unexpected opportunity. When she awoke, she found herself in a strange place with strange people who can turn into beasts and human. This is a story of a woman who wants to work to have an easy life and her husband-s who force her to retire. --------- A/n: This is a work of fiction, unless otherwise indicated, all the names, characters, places, events and incidents in this story are the product of the author's imagination. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. Finally, it is my sincerest hope that you find joy and escape within these pages of mine. Happy reading, - Author ps: irregular updates

In the year 2034, after the conclusion of the tenth World Tournament of the game Runes and Worlds, the retired two-time champion of the early tournaments, Kobayashi Arata, sets out to find a new MMORPG to play with his recently retired friend Kiyoshi to start a new adventure. After a disappointing search, he decides to go to sleep, only to awaken in a world that doesn't quite resemble what he remembered, and in a body that is not as masculine as he remembered.

Lyra has been trained her whole life to be a skilled wolf hunter. It's all she knows, and she excels at it-killing or being killed is the only option. But when her parents unexpectedly decide to retire for her sake, Jessica is thrust into a world she never chose. Moving to a town filled with wolves poses a dangerous challenge for an ex-hunter. Just when she thinks she can find a semblance of normalcy, a forbidden romance ignites, complicating her life further. Can Jessica reconcile her past and forge a new future, or will her loyalties to her family and her instincts as a hunter tear her apart? ---

[Volume 1 Completed] Everyone knows that the choices we make determines our future, but what about the choices that we ourselves didn't make but are forced to live with. After Annie wakes up from what seemed like a dream she discovers she is from a long line of witches and together with her Book Curtis and her new friend Matt she discovers herself and which side to be on the Good or the Bad ( Updates every 2 days) Volume 2 [Journey to the Misty Mountain] [Completed] After the events of Volume 1, the now powerless Annie and her friends must face the threat of Azazel still being alive, and lurking in the shadows, while they also try to find a way to regain Annie's lost powers. Come along with Annie, Maddie, Matt, Curtis, and a new supposed ally as they journey to the misty mountain in search of Annie's powers. Volume 3 [The Imperial Artrovan Academy] Following the final defeat of Azazel, Annie, Maddie and Matt struggle to cope as their lives return to some sort of normalcy only to realize that they had put two full years of their lives on hold with unfavourable consequences. This causes Stella to suggest that they go back to school to complete their studies, seeing as she has secured them all a place at the Imperial Artovan Academy that happens to be one of the prestigious academies in the Realm, known for its immense facilities and broad level of skills taught in the academy. And thus begins the new journey of Annie, Maddie and Matt, and like most of their journeys, they are rarely ever smooth. Join Annie, Maddie and Matt as they try to navigate new school life, friends, foes, young love and so the much more as they discover and unravel more mysteries and adventures.

Read at your own risk: Super Slow-Update [Author Suggestion]: Add this to your collection first and wait for it to have enough chapters before reading since this book has a super-slow update due to the author's schoolwork. Serin is a time and space agent who plays the role of a villain in numerous worlds. When he completed his task he chose to retire than be reborn in his original world. The administration gave him a huge amount of wealth as remuneration and he is allowed to choose which world he wants to stay in. In that world, he can do anything and could even replace the protagonist living in that world. The compensation is good and the treatment is high-class. Serin had nothing to complain about and proceeded to retire. However, he didn't expect that he would become a child! With his memories sealed, Qise...his system, acted as his guardian. Serin feels like kindergarten is not suitable for the great him. But then the four-year-old baby who swears to become a domineering president found his suitable wife in the future. Serin: Blow kisses Xanric: "..." Xanric: His doll is good. Serin: Fight someone for his future wife Xanric: "..." Xanric: His doll is really good. Serin: Announce to marry and live together. Xanric: "..." Xanric: He wants to take home his doll too. Two babies flirted with each other! Teacher Roana couldn't take it anymore and ignored them. Qise: "..." He had no idea that his host was actually a face control! But hey, isn't that person this world's strongest villain? Qise: "!!!" Ancestor the wife you're planning to take is plotting against you! Serin who was taken as the wife of the person whom he thought his wife was speechless. Who I am? Who are you? Where am I? Xanric: "Be good, wife. Wait for me at home and play with you." Serin: "???" Serin: "!!!" [WARNING] 1. Contain same-sex relationships. If you are sensitive to this kind of story please leave, thanks. 2. No underage relationship [Romance starts at adult age, no "x" scene of minors] 3. This is a child-bearing story slash romance of the main characters. 4. Be aware of cliches. If you don't like cliche stories then this story is not for you. I only made this to satisfy those who wanted this kind type of setting. [NOTE] 1. Copyright 2024-2025 2. The writing is horrible. The logic is chaotic. Perfectionists should be careful. 3. [Highlighted] Basically the shou is a time and space agent who traveled around dimensions to play the role of a villain and after retiring the time and space administration gave him a huge amount of wealth as remuneration that he could use for the rest of his life thus when he came to choose a world to retire, he became the wealthiest person. 4. Two-faced Affectionate Attack X Wealthy Prince Receive (Omegaverse) 5. 1v1 HE, sweet. 6. Credit to the owner of the picture used as the book cover. I do not own the art I used and it would be taken down upon the artist's request! If some of you know who the artist is please do tell me so I could credit. 7. Due to the author's study this article will have a super slow update.

Tom Scott never intended to become a hero. Accidentally summoned to another world after the true hero had already arrived, he was left to carve his own path. Over the years, his incredible skill and tenacity earned him the title of an S-class adventurer, celebrated and respected across the land. But after a decade of relentless quests and battles, Tom yearns for peace. Memories of a serene countryside—its lush green forests, golden wheat fields, and a tranquil lake—call out to him. Determined to leave the chaos behind, he sets his sights on this idyllic haven to start a new chapter in life. Yet, even in retirement, the world has a way of pulling adventurers back into its fold. Can Tom truly find the quiet life he seeks, or will his past follow him to the countryside? author's note: I have used that name so redundantly on my reruns of Stardew Valley

Follow Benjamin Joyce, an elderly man with a passion for blacksmithing who spent his life travelling the world and learning new things. Now, after helping out the developers of the first ever real VRMMO game, he gets the chance to play said game earlier than the majority of other people. Taking this chance to do what he loves now that his real body is slowly giving in to his old age and the profession he lives for is no longer as important as it used to be, he starts his journey to become this new world's greatest Craftsman! ----- Check out my second novel, Demon's Virtue! https://www.webnovel.com/book/15238973305579305/Demon%27s-Virtue ----- Join the discord! https://discord.gg/uFRQvTe ----- Cover by: Belk (belkbelkbelk on Instagram)

Cen Lingqiu, a long-time employee of the Book Transmigration Bureau, takes on one final task before her retirement—preventing the female lead from committing suicide. The female lead is beautiful but frail, with paralyzed legs, and is treated as a substitute for the male protagonist's lost love, locked away in his mountainside estate, forbidden from seeing anyone. Cen Lingqiu transmigrates into the body of the male protagonist’s sister, a vicious side character who constantly bullies the female lead, making her life miserable. The system alerts Cen Lingqiu that the female lead has developed a severe self-destructive tendency. To advance the plot, Cen Lingqiu must prevent her suicide and reduce her self-destructive urges. Yu Mingjiao, the female lead, is stunning but deeply depressed and world-weary. Cen Lingqiu dutifully ignores her coldness, takes her to watch sunsets, nurses her back to health, and shows her kindness. After completing her mission and faking her death to leave, Cen Lingqiu is ready to retire when the system informs her that Yu Mingjiao's self-destructive tendencies have resurfaced, meaning her mission has failed. Forced to return to Yu Mingjiao's side, Cen Lingqiu unexpectedly dies again. When she returns for the third time, she finds that the once melancholic and quiet female lead has turned into a complete lunatic—suffering from hallucinations and delusions, with an intense obsession with her. In a neurotic tone, Yu Mingjiao whispers: “Lingqiu, if you leave me again, I’ll die.” Cen Lingqiu: “...” [Please note: The cover is AI-generated and does not depict elements from the story] [This novel is translated, 5 chapters / day, CT: 深又]

Kail, a 23-year-old customer support agent, found himself in an unexpected predicament – he was somehow transported into the world of his beloved RPG game, "Stopping Ragnarok." To his astonishment, he wasn't alone in this bizarre adventure. Eight other players, supposedly the chosen ones destined to rescue the world within the game, joined him on this quest. Their mission? To thwart the sinister forces threatening to eradicate humanity in Terra Mercuria. It all sounded quite epic, at least in theory. However, as they delved into their adventure, reality quickly dispelled any grandiose expectations. The warrior turned out to be rather, well, twinkish, not exactly the imposing figure Kail had imagined. The mage had an odd fascination with dark magic, which was more intriguing than practical. The healer, a girl, had an unexpected twist – she possessed an anatomical surprise that defied convention. The Rogue, meant to be stealthy and ruthless, was far too polite and kind-hearted to fit the bill. The Ranger, whose title suggested environmental awareness, displayed a conspicuous disregard for nature's well-being. The Paladin, expected to be virtuous and noble, seemed more interested in flirting than righteousness. The Necromancer, a master of the undead, harbored a comical fear of his own creations. And then there was the Hero, the one designated to lead this motley crew. To Kail's surprise, the Hero vehemently rejected his role and instead clung to Kail, the Bard, as if he were a lifeline in this absurd world. So, while their mission to save Terra Mercuria remained a noble pursuit in theory, the reality of their adventure was shaping up to be quite the comedic spectacle.

60-year old historian, Jung Gwinam. On the day of her retirement ceremony, she got into an accident while attempting to save her daughter, just to later wake up as the main character of a fantasy novel written by her daughter?! Of all things, she had to be reborn as an orphan peasant. But who cares? This is the start of Jung Gwinam's second life

After gathering a billion souls and completing her duties as a Grim Reaper, she anticipated a peaceful retirement through her reincarnation into a new life with all memories blissfully wiped clean. But thanks to her boss's blunder - swapping the drink of forgetfulness for spirit wine - she stumbles into the queue of transmigration with a hazy, alcohol-addled mind. She awakens not in the peaceful new life she expects but in the body of Elora Raven, a short-lived queen who died three days after her coronation, in a magical world where betrayal lurks around every corner. But thanks to her new mind-reading gift. She now navigates through assassination plots, court politics, dangerous creatures, and rival kingdoms eyeing her kingdom- all while trying to carve out the retirement she craves. Update Time: Tuesdays and Fridays with two chapters each. (⁠≧⁠▽⁠≦⁠)

Our marine hero Alex a transmigrated individual faces garp and a rift opens...

A story about a girl named Celesta Antrigal: she was an assassin who just came back out of retirement after her best friend got kidnapped for an unknown reason, and now she went out to look for him.