Kang Tae Moo

No Saints in the City In a city where justice is sold to the highest bidder, one man refuses to stay buried. Vincent Kang was once a ghost—a forgotten soldier, erased by the system that created him. But when shadows come for the one person he swore to protect, he returns to the fight. From back-alley ambushes to government conspiracies, Vincent tears through layers of corruption with only a rogue hacker, a memory, and a mission. They thought he was dead. They’ll wish he stayed that way. A brutal, cinematic thriller soaked in noir, No Saints in the City is for fans of The Bourne Identity, John Wick, and The Equalizer. No magic. No mercy. Just a man who refuses to disappear quietly.

Zhu Kang, a trafficked soul, was captured by an evil organization and was stripped of his real memories. Unaware of the dangers he worked for this evil corporation as a system. One day, all of a sudden, fifteen men dressed in black started a shoot-out killing all the other systems. In desperation, Kang threw himself into a transmigration device that tossed his soul into a random world. "System 202 has escaped.... a-again.....” one of the black-clothed men said. Trembling, he glanced at their team leader. Kai Alden gritted his teeth. “You let him slip away so easily! Send me into that world. I will capture my dear System and bring him back here,”

Yoo Min-ji was working at her grandfather's antique shop when she met Choi Seo-jin, a clumsy and shy young man—yet incredibly handsome and captivating in a way Min-ji never imagined possible. It was love at first sight. It could have been the perfect love story, if not for Choi Tae-san—the most feared CEO and possibly involved with the mafia—who happened to be Seo-jin's father and was completely against their relationship. Choi Tae-san decided he would use any means necessary to separate the couple. Did he succeed? Or did true love prove to be stronger than any challenge?

The promising surgery professor 'Sung Joo-hyuk' is reborn as a boy named 'Kim Tae-pyeong' in the 19th-century rural village of Upton, England, with all his past memories intact. There, he once again nurtures his dream of becoming a doctor, but what Tae-pyeong encounters is the harsh reality of London's medical world, where even proper sterilization is not practiced.... Overcoming all kinds of racial discrimination, Tae-pyeong demonstrates his ingenuity as a mysterious doctor from the East. You can support me at patreon.com/wizard_kitten. This is a translation of a novel from NAVER.

A mysterious object triggers Arya's sudden death, reincarnating him into a world of cultivation, spiritual beasts, and powerful sects. Reborn as Su Kang, a genius of the prestigious Su family, he befriends Li Fang, and they embark on numerous adventures together. However, Li Fang, shielded by a seemingly invincible "protagonist's halo," recklessly offends powerful individuals and engages in constant face-slapping for even the pettiest of reasons. Though Su Kang tries to help his friend, Li Fang remains unfazed by the dangers he attracts. Ultimately, tragedy strikes. Those close to Li Fang perish one by one, yet his numbers of female companions continues to grow, even taking Su Kang's own fiancée. Li Fang's enemies, relentless in their pursuit, eventually destroy Su Kang's family and take his life. But now, Su Kang has been granted a glimpse into the future. He has seen the destruction that awaits him and his family. This time, he will not be a mere sidekick to the "child of destiny." This time, Su Kang will fight back. His battle, however, will lead him to an unexpected battlefield: The heart of Li Fang's captivating and mature mother, Bai Yunxi. Su Kang: "I have always admired you, and I want to marry you." Bai Yunxi: "You... What are you talking about? [He traded vengeance for a lover's heart, To win the battle for a mother's heart.] _____________________________________ [I will be posting this on the Royal Road.] [It's my first novel so I there will be some mistakes but bear with me.]

He is the most powerful man in the Imperial City, the master of the empire's rise and fall. Displease him, and your fate can be summarized in two words - Destruction! But this arrogant woman does not regard him in the slightest! Two years after marriage, she was all about clinging to him, and he was all about divorcing her; she tried innumerable times yet failed, but he successfully divorced. Who would have guessed that on the first night following their divorce, she carefully strategizes and finally succeeds? Ming Mei: "What crime have I committed?" Kang Chen sat high on the judgment seat, "Theft!" Ming Mei: "What have I stolen from you?" "Heir!"

[Mature Content Warning] Kang Rei Sung met an unfortunate end at just 20 years old. But fate wasn’t entirely cruel—he’s been reincarnated into a parallel omegaverse universe. Having read countless yaoi novels, Rei thought he knew what to expect. But reality is nothing like the stories—especially for an omega. Born into poverty, he’s forced to take inhibitors to suppress his scent, hiding from alphas and other omegas alike. Everything was fine—until he witnessed something he wasn’t supposed to see. And now, he has caught the attention of the most powerful SSS-class dominant alpha, Jung Jae-min. Known as Kai, he is feared across the lands—a ruthless alpha no one dares to defy. And now, Rei finds himself trapped in Kai’s grasp, with no way out. Can Rei survive in a world where fate has already decided his place? Or will he carve out his own destiny—no matter the cost? Current Status: Ongoing.

One day, Wang Ping joined a transmigrators' group chat, where each member could randomly transmigrate to different worlds and obtain their own exclusive cheats. Wang Ping thought he was about to reach the pinnacle of his life... "Wait, 60 out of 67 group members went offline? What happened?" "Ding, one group member was eliminated. Chen Kang, who joined the group chat at the same time as you, has died. He didn't survive for even ten seconds. All group members, please take this as a warning." Wang Ping was stunned, instantly realizing that this transmigrators' group chat was a huge scam, with a high mortality rate among its members. Death could happen in the blink of an eye. Fortunately, Wang Ping awakened the Life Simulator! "Ding, Life Simulator activated, talent refreshing..." "Congratulations to the host for obtaining the golden talent—Holy Body, the legendary talent—Space-Time Celestial Body, and the legendary talent—Becoming Stronger By Taking In Disciples."

She saved someone out of kindness, and never expected that she'd die in the process and her soul would traverse to an unknown era. When Xinyue woke up, she found out she had become an eight-year-old girl. Her family lived at the foot of Changbai Mountain, subsisting on ginseng farming, but life was bitterly hard. Luckily, her parents were neither soft nor favoring any one child and neither were her grandparents. Alright then, let the whole family join forces, all aiming for Xiao Kang.

Set in an alternate universe, Lost in the Colours of You is a gripping romance that follows Seo Jihoon, a struggling freelance painter barely scraping by. Juggling part-time jobs to survive, he fights against the weight of his fading dreams—until one fateful night changes everything. When Jihoon is attacked by an unknown assassin, he is saved by Lee Tae-gun, a figure of undeniable power. Then, he meets Lee Seyeon, Tae-gun’s daughter, and though they come from different worlds, fate refuses to let them walk separate paths. As they uncover the truth behind an elusive organization operating in the shadows, Jihoon’s art takes on a life of its own. What first seemed like a skill soon reveals itself as something far more dangerous—his paintings don’t just capture faces, they unveil memories. With every brushstroke, Jihoon unearths buried memories—but as he sees into others’ pasts, he loses pieces of his own. Yet, in the midst of unraveling the truth, he and Seyeon fall in love, finding comfort in each other even as the unknown looms over them. With the help of Lee Seyeon, Jihoon delves into the shadows of his past, uncovering the secrets behind his power and the price it demands. As he fights alongside Seyeon against the elusive organization, each battle takes its toll, gradually erasing the self he once was. And with time running out, he must find a way to end his curse—before he is consumed by it forever.

Seventeen-year-old Han Jiho has spent years nursing an impossible crush on Kang Minjae—Haewon High's untouchable golden boy. A basketball star with near-legendary status, Minjae is everything Jiho is not: confident, popular, seemingly perfect. One careless moment changes everything. A misunderstood drink-sharing incident transforms into a school-wide rumor that Jiho and Minjae are secretly dating. But instead of shutting down the gossip, Minjae does the unthinkable—he plays along. Suddenly, Jiho finds himself trapped in a fake relationship with the very boy who's occupied his daydreams for years. Dodging nosy classmates, placating his fiercely protective best friend, and wrestling with his own thundering heart becomes Jiho's new normal. The longer the charade continues, the more blurred the lines between pretense and reality become. Because Minjae's reasons for maintaining their fake relationship remain a mystery. Is this just an elaborate game? A social experiment? Or something else entirely? Jiho is about to find out that some secrets are best revealed one stolen glance at a time.

"Winter Yoo returns to Seolbeop, Korea’s most prestigious law firm, after three years of exile. Once a secretary caught in scandal, she now stands as one of the top lawyers. Determined to correct the wrongs of her past, she faces old rivals and reconnects with Hugo Kang, a cold and captivating attorney. As Winter navigates the treacherous world of law, power, and hidden secrets, she must decide where her true loyalties lie. But when her past collides with her future, will she make the ultimate choice that could change everything? Find out what Winter decides in this gripping tale of redemption and romance!"

[Prequel to Checkmate, scheduled to come out late 2025] City Z has a reputation of being the center of ability users in all of Asia, as well as being the homebase of many organisations. Amongst those is Roses; a rising organisation founded by a small group of friends and led by a girl with a seemingly easy going personality. Kang Seojun who had recently turned 20 came face to face with a problem he had been avoiding until the same issue was raised by his younger brother, and that is what is their future going to be? Seeing his friends having their lives planned out, he realised apart from doing whatever his parents wanted, he had never made a decision of his own. In the midst of his dilemma, the leader of Roses approached him with an opportunity to work for them for 3 months, a trial period. The question is, what will this 3 months do for him? Will he find a reason to stay permanently? Will he return to university? And will he, be able to see a future carved out by himself?

'When the heart is talking, the head has no choice but to shut up!' Chin-hwa and Kang-woo grew up together; they had never been separated before, and without knowing, both started growing feelings for each other. They kept this a secret, of course, but it looked like keeping it a secret was the very wrong decision to make because this stems forth a misunderstanding that brings about pain and suffering to both of them. It can all be fixed, though, with a simple confession. But who would make the confession when both were too worried about the other hating them for secretly bearing feelings for them? It couldn't be fixed. Then, a bitter and painful separation occurred that changed Chin-hwa's life. A separation that took away his shining star. His Byul. But when he thought he would never see his Byul shining again, Kang-woo returns out of nowhere with far more charms and brilliance than he had three years ago. The charms of a dominant Omega. But... Just coming back wasn't enough to heal Chin-hwa of the pain in his heart. He was tired. So, instead of trying to get back to how things used to be, he decides to create a new route in front of them, shun his feelings, and push Kang-woo toward one of his friends in hopes that he doesn't fall any deeper than he already was. But fate had other plans, of course. Their hearts and souls had been bound from the moment they were born, so no matter the obstacle they had to face, they would surely end up together. After all, they just can't live without each other.

In Quantum Entanglement Love, Park Minjin returns to South Korea at age 18 after her father's death and unexpectedly reconnects with her childhood friend, Kang Minjun, who is now a popular high school student. Set in the vibrant year of 2009, their heartfelt teenage romance flourishes amid the challenges of high school. Minjin dreams of pursuing a science career to honor her father, while Minjun also hopes to study medicine despite his father's disapproval. While navigating friendships, meeting family expectations, and dreaming of a bright future together, can they truly achieve it all?

Kang Haneul’s once-happy life was shattered by tragedy when his family was struck by a devastating traffic accident. His parents died and his sister fell into a coma. He worked himself to the bone to support his comatose sister’s medical expenses. Yet fate dealt another cruel blow. Just as his sister passed away from heart failure and he received a grim diagnosis of stage 4 cancer, he found himself in the path of an oncoming truck while saving a child. Facing death, he unexpectedly encounters the king of the underworld, who offers him a remarkable gift for his selfless act: a chance to rewrite the past. With determination burning within him, Haneul seizes this opportunity to change the course of his life and fulfill long-lost dreams. But wait- why do these people keep calling him an Omega? What the heck is an Omega??? #BL #Omegaverse #Idol #notsmut

Dominic Kang wakes up to warmth. Soft breathing. The scent of someone unfamiliar. His body tenses. There’s a man in his bed. Not just any man. A stranger. Dark hair, golden skin, long lashes resting against his cheeks. He’s tangled in Dominic’s sheets, curled into his space like he belongs there. Like this is normal. It’s not. Dominic built his empire on control. No one gets close to him unless he allows it. His security is airtight. His enemies don’t get past his front door. Yet Xavier Jang did. And the worst part? He isn’t scared. Doesn’t flinch when Dominic moves. Doesn’t scramble for excuses or beg for his life. He just blinks up at him—and smirks. Dominic should throw him out. Should demand answers, make an example out of him. But he doesn’t. Because Xavier Jang isn’t just some lost soul who wandered into the lion’s den. Recardo Kim wants him back. Hyejin Seo wants him dead. And Dominic? He wants to keep him. Even though he knows—Xavier is a problem. A weakness. A mistake waiting to happen. But it’s already too late. Because when Dominic Kang wants something, he takes it. And he never lets go.

[GUIDEVERSE/POLY] Kang Jinha lived and died for love, only to realize how much of a joke it was after his miserable death. The world he lived in turned out to be a novel, and he was nothing more than a cannon fodder whose role was to be a stepping stone for the protagonist and the female lead’s happily ever after. Surprise oh surprise, Kang Jinha’s story did not end there. Waking up ten years in the past, the first thing he did was to distance himself from the protagonist and focus on the precious family he had lost due to past foolishness. But through a whirlwind of fate, he found himself entangled with the world’s most mysterious… S-Class Esper?! Wait, why are there two of you— no, three?!

Kaito Renzaki, a ruthless contract killer, meets his end in a brutal betrayal—only to awaken as Jin Tae-Hyun, a weak, arrogant noble in the Murim world. Destined to die as a minor villain, he refuses to accept his fate. Armed with an assassin’s instincts and a lifetime of deception, Kaito will carve his own path. He is not a warrior. He is a killer. And in a world where strength reigns supreme, he will rise—not as a forgotten side character, but as a force that reshapes Murim itself. But his rise does not go unnoticed. Powerful sects, hidden warlords, and even the protagonist stand in his way. Will he remain a villain lurking in the shadows? Or will he become something far more dangerous?

Premise: In the world of Murim, where martial artists wield power that can shatter mountains and split rivers, Baek Kang-Ho was a legend. Known as the Heavenly Demon, he mastered the Chaos Demon Sword, a forbidden art that channeled his inner turmoil into devastating, reality-rending strikes. But after a lifetime of violence and betrayal, Kang-Ho sought redemption—only to meet a tragic end. Reborn as Leon Lancaster, the disgraced son of a prestigious family of magicians, he is exiled for his inability to wield magic—a shameful weakness in a family renowned for their arcane prowess. Stripped of his title and cast out, Leon tries to live a quiet life far from the chaos of his past. But fate has other plans. When a corrupting force known as the Abyssal Shroud begins to spread, demons pour into the world, wreaking havoc and plunging the land into chaos. Knights, magicians, and warriors rise to fight the threat, but their efforts are not enough. As the Abyssal Shroud grows stronger, Leon is drawn into the conflict, forced to confront his past and wield the Chaos Demon Sword once more. In a world where magic, knights, and martial arts collide, Leon must navigate treacherous politics, battle terrifying demons, and uncover the secrets of the Abyssal Shroud. But as he fights to protect his new life, he must also face the truth about his past—and decide whether to reclaim his old power or forge a new path. Key Themes: - Destiny vs. Choice - Destruction and Redemption - Identity and Legacy - Nobility and Disgraced Tone: Dark, introspective and action-packed with moment of hope and redemption. • What to Expect: - A fallen hero’s journey of redemption and self-discovery. - Epic battles blending martial arts, magic, and medieval warfare. - A corrupting force that unleashes demons and threatens the world. - Political intrigue and alliances in a world of knights and magicians. - A hint of harem dynamics with strong, complex female characters.

This story is a character-driven exploration of Ji Hyun's journey, delving into her inner world, relationships, and personal growth. As she navigates her interactions with Tae Oh, a complex and passionate musician, Ji-Hyun confronts her own emotions, desires, and sense of identity.

Ahn Jae-hyun, a powerful CEO, and Kang Ji-ah, his fearless bodyguard, are forced into a contract marriage—unbeknownst to their families, they are already in love. But their happiness is short-lived as secrets unravel, revealing Ji-ah’s hidden twin, a long-lost mother, and a shocking betrayal. Jae-hyun’s past holds its own mystery—was he truly the heir, or had he been living someone else’s life all along? As deception, fate, and powerful enemies threaten their love, Ji-ah and Jae-hyun must fight to reclaim their destiny. A story of love, secrets, and a bond that defies all odds—"Beyond the Contract: A Love Meant to Be."

Merinda absolutely hates Harems! The idea of someone being able to have multiple partners utterly disgusts her. Imagine her horror when she wakes up and suddenly finds herself in an ancient harem one day. She is now Ayan Savez the fifth wife of the great General Kang of the Empire of Turk. An empire that existed 500 years ago where her country stands today. And to make things worse she is the most unfavored wife amongst all the wives. Receiving the least amount of attention from the General. As she navigates her new circumstances she stumbles upon a troubled young boy who may be the key to understanding why she was brought back in time. ***Cover art not mine****

In a stifling near future,** Seoul has become the theater of an invisible war. A supernatural disease—**Syndrome S**—transforms charisma into a biological weapon. The infected can manipulate the masses with a glance… but their power feeds on **social inequalities**. The more vulnerable the victim, the more absolute the control. The price? Abuse this gift, and you become a **Shattered One**, a deformed being whose mere smile drives others to mass suicide. **Jung Tae-Oh**, a bankrupt lawyer surviving in the city’s underground heating tunnels, becomes patient zero of a mutant strain. His rage against corrupt conglomerates mutates into a contagious power: he can **ignite fierce rebellion** among the oppressed. But every use of Syndrome S edges him closer to monstrous metamorphosis—and attracts the notice of **Song Ji-Woo, an empire heiress who brands him the perfect scapegoat. As the city splinters into infected factions—unions wielding hypnotic slogans, influencers romanticizing poverty, scientists peddling charisma-laced drugs—Tae-Oh faces an impossible choice: - Wield his power to overthrow the elit, risking transformation into the very monster he despises? - Or destroy it, condemning his people to eternal subjugation?

In an alternative modern world driven by a relentless routine, life takes a dramatic turn when a mysterious catastrophe, linked to the fall of black and white meteors, strikes humanity. These seemingly harmless celestial fragments harbor a strange energy that triggers mutations, supernatural events, and corruption of everything they touch. Ancient monoliths engraved with symbols emerge near the impact sites, suggesting a connection between humanity's past and these meteors. As factions form, seeking to uncover these mysteries or harness their power, nightmarish visions haunt certain individuals, hinting that they are inexplicably tied to these events by fate. Jin Kang Soo, an ordinary man plagued by disturbing dreams, finds himself entangled in a conspiracy beyond anything he could have imagined. Amid survival, exploration, and a quest for truth, he must confront his own demons in a world where the line between reality and the supernatural blurs. WARNING This story contains scenes that may offend sensitive souls.

At Incheon Boys High School, there’s a class notoriously known as the dumping ground—a place filled with troublemakers feared by the entire student body. Despite their reputation, the students share an unbreakable bond and never allow one of their own to be bullied or left behind. Ji Hwan, a sharp-tongued yet fiercely loyal student, returns to school with his twin sister, Ji Yeon—a tomboyish girl labeled a Troublemaker after transferring schools 15 times. Ji Hwan’s closest friends, Seung Woo and Joo Hyuk, stand unwaveringly by his side. Tensions rise when Ji Hwan clashes with Tae Min, an influential student whose family harbors a dark past intertwined with Ji Hwan’s own. This deep-seated history fuels a growing hatred neither can easily escape. As their conflict intensifies, the entire class is dragged into the turmoil. To stand against the looming threats, Ji Hwan’s classmates form a group called The Class of Truth—a silent rebellion prepared to defend their own at all costs. Amidst fierce fights, friendship, and betrayal, they come to realize that family isn’t always about blood—it’s about the people who choose to stand with you until the very end.

Seong-Woo, a young Korean man, is a fan of a romantic fantasy harem novel set in a sword and magic academy called The Swordsman of Beauties. The protagonist, Hyun-Seok, is a young swordsman who, by chance, ends up saving or meeting a total of six peerless beauties at the academy. Seong-Woo was already reading volume 3 of the novel, where the protagonist faces a lich and narrowly wins. But one tragic day, Seong-Woo died. How did he die? Well, while he was waiting for the traffic light to turn green, someone pushed him onto the road and a car hit him, smashing him to pieces. And well, that's how his life ended. Or so he thought. But suddenly, he opened his eyes and discovered he was still alive, only... he wasn't in his own body! He now occupied the body of a secondary villain: the crown prince of the Thaldris Kingdom, Tae-Sung. In the original story, Tae-Sung was merely a love rival who always lost. However, the reason he always lost wasn't because he lacked talent, but because he never trained or put in the effort. In fact, the novel's author confirmed that Tae-Sung had monstrous talent in any area, no matter how complicated, but simply didn't take advantage of it. Can Seong-Woo, now Tae-Sung, live an incredible life and take over everything the original protagonist had?

The Sleeper's Odyssey– Kang Eunseo was just an ordinary high school student—quiet, reserved, and barely noticeable in the grand scheme of life. Between school, his part-time job, and taking care of his mother, his world was small but stable. That was, until the night everything changed. A holographic system window appeared before him, counting down to an unknown fate. And when the timer hit zero, he was no longer in his bedroom. Each night, the moment he falls asleep, Eunseo is forcibly transported into a different world, each more unpredictable than the last. From futuristic cities to medieval kingdoms, from desolate wastelands to war-torn lands, he is thrust into missions that push him to his limits. The system grants him a power he needs rather than one he wants, but failure is not an option. If he cannot complete the assigned task before time runs out, he cannot wake up—and the punishments grow harsher with each mistake. But what terrifies him most is the truth lurking beneath it all. Who created this system? Why was he chosen? And why does it feel eerily connected to the father who disappeared from his life years ago? With 100 worlds to explore, 100 missions to complete, and the weight of an unseen destiny pressing upon him, Kang Eunseo must fight to return to the life he once knew—or uncover the truth behind the Sleeper’s Odyssey. Will he survive the journey? Or will he become just another forgotten dream?

In the opulent confines of the Yin dynasty's Imperial court, a mysterious and cunning foreign assassin, Veda (Meixi), is secretly commissioned to eliminate Emperor Kang Xi. However, Meixi's plans are unexpectedly derailed when she is captured and forced to assume the role of a maid under the watchful eye of the Empress Dowager. Determined to fulfill her original mission, Meixi must carefully navigate the intricate web of palace politics to gain the Emperor's trust. Yet, as she expertly manipulates those around her, she finds herself entangled in a complicated dance of loyalty, deception, and forbidden emotions. When Emperor Kang Xi unexpectedly confesses his ardor for Meixi and declares his intention to elevate her to the position of Empress, should she bear him a son, Meixi's carefully constructed facade begins to crumble. As tensions escalate, Meixi becomes the target of Imperial Concubine Yuhua's ruthless machinations. Yuhua, fueled by her own ambition to claim the Empress title, forms a perilous alliance with Jian Wei, the Emperor's banished and malevolent uncle. Jian Wei, driven by a lust for power and a desire for vengeance, secretly manipulates Yuhua to further his own sinister agenda: to assassinate Emperor Kang Xi and install his own son as the rightful ruler. Torn between her loyalty to her original mission and her growing sense of duty to protect the Emperor, Meixi must now confront the treacherous undercurrents of the palace and confront the darkness within herself. Will Meixi find a way to reconcile her conflicting allegiances, or will the intricate web of palace intrigue ultimately prove to be her undoing? And now a shocking truth lurks in the shadows. The Emperor, who has publicly denounced and forbidden the practice of magic, harbors a secret: he possesses the ability to wield dark magic. But this newfound power comes with a shroud of mystery. How did the Emperor, a stalwart opponent of magic, come to possess this forbidden art? Is he the victim of a malevolent curse, or has he succumbed to the very darkness he once sought to eradicate?.

Kang Mari is a kind-hearted South Korean actress who has achieved international fame through her roles in romantic dramas and action films, but who still feels frustrated by a lack of freedom. Her life's going to change when the first trips to the set scenerios for filming her latest movie put in motion an unexpected plot of its own, two different stories intertwining with disastrous results. Kim Raon, on the other hand, is her polar opposite in the vastness of the multiverse, the ruthless director of the psychic-run Dragon Division, for which the greatest enigma yet will rise in her defiance. New dark threats will put her agency to the test; she will need to take tough decisions to secure her interests, all for which she stands, but also having to keep safe a world she's always resented. Both lifetimes will converge in a scenario of mystery and suspense, where both characters must face their own internal and external demons, raising the stakes of loyalty, power, and the struggle for truth and liberation in a crossroads where nothing is as it seems.