Ian Mccollum

Transmigrated into the novel you read and became the heir of the Duke, only to be trampled under the protagonist's foot? Passerby villain? Appeared in only one chapter? "Who are you looking down on?" Ian cursed his destiny and vowed to change everything. [Ding!] [A new quest has been activated.] 'Oh? Do I have a system? Even better.' [Basic Quest 1: Don't let your flower slip through your fingers.] 'Nice, I won't let go of her anyway.' ... [Basic Destiny Quest 1: Can You Finish What You Have Started?] 'Bring it on!' ... [Ding!] [You are at an important fork in your fate.] [Unique Destiny Quest: Fight with all you have.] 'Heh? Who are you looking down on?' As Ian completed one quest after another, he also inadvertently began to fall into a vortex of the unknown. He discovered there was more to this world than described in the novel. 'Damn it! These suspense and twists, one after another, are killing me!' --- Tags: Smut, 18+, Harem, no incest, weak to strong, Romance, Wizard, Magic, Knight, System, Multiple Planes, Elf, Demons, Monsters, Monster Girls ||All the characters in the novel are adults.|| -------

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. ||||

Detective Ian Wren thought he had escaped the ghosts of his past, but the murder of Eleanor Montgomery pulls him into a web of deceit that threatens to unravel Hollow’s Edge. Eleanor was more than a philanthropist—she was the keystone of the town’s power dynamics. Her death exposes dark secrets tied to the elusive Crimson Hour Society, a shadowy group with ties to corruption and betrayal. As Ian investigates, he uncovers layers of lies, each piece revealing deeper connections between Hollow’s Edge’s elite and Eleanor’s tragic demise. But the closer Ian gets to the truth, the more dangerous the game becomes. With each passing hour, Ian faces threats, red herrings, and the ghosts of his unsolved case—forcing him to confront his own failure and unravel the darkness hiding in plain sight. In a town where trust is fleeting and redemption comes at a price, Ian must uncover the truth before the Crimson Hour strikes again.

*Novel Fantasi Sejarah Slow Burn* Elise hendak berganti pakaian dengan gaun yang tergeletak di pojok tempat tidurnya ketika ia mendengar ketukan ringan dari pintunya. Penasaran, ia memutar gagang pintu hanya untuk mendapati seorang pria tinggi menjulang di hadapannya. “Tuan Ian!” Serunya. Ian tersenyum dengan tatapan nakal yang selalu dia gunakan. Matanya yang berwarna krimson melintas sejenak di atas ruangannya dan melihat gaun hitam di atas tempat tidurnya lalu memindahkan pandangannya ke wanita di hadapannya. Ia maju selangkah dan bertanya, "Darimana kamu mendapatkan gaun itu?" “Tuan Harland yang memberikannya padaku.” Jawab Elise dan merentangkan lehernya untuk melihat alis Ian yang terlipat dalam keanggunannya. “Tahukah kamu mengapa seorang pria ingin memberi wanita sebuah gaun?” Ia memberikan teka-teki yang selalu harus dipikirkan dua kali sebelum dijawab. Namun kali ini, ia tidak menemukan jawaban dan malah menggelengkan kepala. “Saya tidak tahu.” Senyumannya bertambah memikat seolah sesuatu tergerak di dalam dari mata merah menyala yang ia miliki. Ia perlahan menggeser tangannya melewati kerah gaunnya, mengirimkan rasa dingin yang membuatnya terperanjat sesaat karena suhu yang beku. Setelah membuka dua kancing pertama di kerahnya, ia menundukkan kepalanya, berbisik ke telinganya, “Karena mereka ingin menjadi orang yang melepas pakaian tersebut.” Ia berhenti dan mencium lehernya, mengubah kulit pucat menjadi merah sebelum menarik gerakannya untuk memperbaiki tatapannya pada Elise dan menjawab dengan santai. “Sayangnya, kamu tidak bisa memakai gaun itu di sana dengan ini.” Ia tertawa kecil dan menyerahkan sebuah kotak ke tangan Elise. “Dan kabar baiknya adalah saya telah menyiapkan sebuah gaun untukmu.” Elise adalah gadis kecil terkutuk yang bisa melihat hantu. Keluarganya membencinya dan melemparnya dari satu keluarga angkat ke keluarga angkat lain. Namun, kesialan tidak berjalan sendirian. Ketika ia dibesarkan oleh bibinya, ia dijual sebagai budak. Ketika ia mengira bahwa ia tidak akan menjadi apa-apa selain korban bagi penyihir, ia diselamatkan oleh seorang pria yang identitasnya jauh berbeda dari makhluk mitos biasa. *** Buku ini ASLI dan bukan Terjemahan Bergabunglah dengan diskord Penulis: https://discord.gg/YPKueb4

The first star that passed away extinguished two thousand years ago. Four hundred years later, the mysterious Calamity of Heavenly Fall destroyed the civilization of the previous era, returning thriving cultures to ignorance. Since then, stars gradually vanished, the Firmament grew dark and dim, and a new civilization rose from the starless wilderness, flourishing once more. Yet, what accompanied this were war, death, destruction, and hatred. The flames once aimed at the Firmament were used to slaughter the people of enemy nations, and the raining clouds once engineered to alter deserts were turned into floods that engulfed the land. Humans once again began to kill each other for wealth and power... but no one looked up at the sky. They lost the Guidance of the stars Above the Sky, forgetting the awe of gazing upon the Milky Way. They were all prisoners. One thousand six hundred years after the Calamity of Heavenly Fall, a young child awakened memories of his past life. He wanted to break the Cage, to throw off the shackles. He wanted to become a star. To return to Above the Sky. "I don't care about how the people of this world live, whether they're well-fed or not, whether they can dress warmly or live comfortably, whether they have dreams or hopes. I don't care about their loves and hates." "I just want to go Above the Sky." ——Ian.

In a world where reality bends to the unseen, Ian arrives. Here, energy is not just force but language that whispers through space and time, waiting to be sculpted. Driven by his curiosity, he deciphers patterns unseen by others, shaping existence with insight alone. And as he edges closer to mastery, he discovers that the most profound secrets are not in the world he reshapes, but in the forces stirring within himself.

Ian Night’s life was a joke—until it wasn’t. Betrayed, discarded, and left with nothing, he welcomed death when it came. But fate had other plans. Reborn in chains, Ian awakens as a slave in a world where power is dictated by bloodlines and magic. While others wield fire and lightning, he is given dominion over something far more absolute: Death. With every slain foe, every stolen soul, and every corpse bound to his will, Ian will carve his way from servitude to supremacy. He will rise from the dirt. He will shatter his chains. And those who once cast him aside will learn what it means to fear the dead. [Ability Unlocked: Soulbind – Bind the fallen to your will.] [Absorb strength of fallen soul?] [New Trait Acquired: Gravewalker – The dead whisper, and you listen.] Kingdoms will tremble. The weak will kneel. And Ian Night will never be a failure again. Or, like most in this cursed world, he’ll die trying.

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She's hot as hell, seductive and a one of a kind beauty and she knows it. She wields it as her best weapon. He's Handsome, Rich and everything a woman wants and he knows it but he doesn't care. Meet Katherine Warren and Ian Fergus as the two hard headed and egoistic people gets entangled in a web of love, pain, secrets, revenge and Madness. Will Katherine let go of the Pain and fall in love and Start afresh or will she complete her mission and let the pain consume her And... Will Ian forget his childhood and move forward in life or will that pain he experienced be ever stagnant WARNING!!!!! THIS BOOK CONTAINS GOREY SCENES RATED 18 !!!!!!! BE WARNED

**Synopsis:** WARNING: THIS BOOK CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT. At least read the first Ten chapters before tossing it aside. ~~~~ Bale Ian Alghazier is a ruthless, heartless Alpha werewolf and the heir to the largest werewolf clan on the East Coast. He is Intimidating and cruel and is known as the "King of the school". Aiden Hellhawker, a pure-blood vampire with special abilities tied to the first vampires, is cold, unforgiving, and narcissistic. Sent to a school filled with various species by his father, who harbours a deep hatred for him, Aiden struggles to fit in. When Aiden encounters Bale, he meets his match in the most irritating and infuriating way. Bale, on the other hand, known for his deep hatred of vampires, sees Aiden as a mortal enemy. Despite his disbelief in the concept of a destined mate, Bale finds himself inexplicably drawn to Aiden. Similarly, Aiden, who had given up on finding his fated link, is surprised by his undeniable attraction to Bale. During a heated confrontation, the two enemies share an unexpected kiss, unlocking their inescapable desires for one another. As their fates unify, they must fight against the hatred between their kind and their families. Will Bale and Aiden accept their undeniable destinies and forge a new path for their clans, or will their deep-seated enmity tear them apart? "Hybrids; Tame Me If You Can" is a tale of forbidden love, fierce rivalries, and the possibility of a new beginning amidst age-old hatred. Support me by adding this book to your library and vote with power stones.

Ian, a 10-year-old boy, has lost everything due to conflicts between nations. His life was turned upside down, and he lost his family. Ian's mother, the queen, sacrificed herself to save him from a mysterious attacker. With her last words, she instructed Ian to hide and wait for his father's return. Now, Ian is alone, scared, and uncertain. He clings to a stone his mother gave him, relying on his wits and courage to survive in the treacherous jungle.

After Earth is destroyed from a meteor impact, humans travel to a new world where they gain new powers. How will the story of Lucas J. Adams unfold? Thus story is inspired by MHA and Ian Boggs; the youtuber

The final exam for membership into the Hunter's Guild should be a walk in the park for Kristen. But her mentor Alpha failed to mention the heavy weight that membership carries with it. A meeting with The Grim Reaper and the Incarnation of Science, during her expedition, is only a start to the strange history that is Rootworld. If Kristen's strange History lesson teaches her anything, she may pass yet. That is, if she doesn't decide that saving Time and Space is more important. Meanwhile, Ian Stein and Tess Nikola are navigating the halls of the Rootworld academy of the arts and dealing with the growing pains that come with teenage changes, such as, developing their theories of Relationship and the Magno-electric spectrum.

Scarlet Collins's life is flipped upside down after news of her divorce from her husband, Jack Humphrey, spreads around town. Despite her husband’s affairs being brought to light, Scarlet finds herself the topic of gossip as the town tries to find the answer to why Jack would leave the young heiress. Already burdened with having to take care of her family, Scarlet now finds herself being forced to listen to the many reasons why her marriage failed. Said to be a woman with a heart made of black ice, the people in town believed their opinions would not affect her so they had no reason to stop voicing them. During an afternoon out seeking peace, she finds herself starting an unlikely relationship with Lord Kingsley's bastard son, Ian Kingsley.

Emperor Ian Veroshion, the first noble mage, was betrayed and executed. Cursed to never be reborn, he awakens a century later as the illegitimate son of a disgraced ducal line, destined to be a hostage in a barbaric land. Stripped of his magic and his throne, he must navigate a world vastly different from the one he ruled, facing political machinations and a resurgent monster threat. But the embers of his past life still burn, and Ian will not surrender his legacy. He will reclaim his name, his magic, and perhaps, even his empire.

In the neon-drenched underbelly of the Kabuki District of Neo Tokyo in the 53rd century, Zypher, a resourceful survivor, finds his life irrevocably altered by Yuuki, a Cybernetic Doll with a rebellious spirit and a hidden past. Under her tutelage, he learns to navigate the city's treacherous networks and master the art of survival. But when a high-stakes data heist goes wrong, Yuuki is captured, her memories erased, and Zypher is forced to flee, carrying only a stolen data drive and the echos of her desperate plea: 'Find me.' Now, Zypher must delve into the dark heart of corporate conspiracy, seeking to reclaim the woman who made him more than just a survivor, but a force to be reckoned with.

In the technologically advanced city of Sai Io, Zin, a brilliant but driven mech pilot, dreams of conquering the prestigious Iron Fist League (IFL) VR League. Fueled by his strategic genius and a burning desire to prove himself, he meticulously hones his skills, drawing inspiration from the electrifying Quantum Cup matches. However, Zin's path is complicated by vivid, premonitory dreams of a future space battle, haunted by a mysterious symbol—a serpent coiled around a sword—and the looming threat of "Nemesis." As Zin pushes his limits in the virtual arena, refining his tactics and mastering his mech, the lines between his dreams and reality begin to blur. The symbol, a chilling harbinger of an unknown danger, starts to manifest within his games, hinting at a connection between his dreams and the IFL VR League. With his loyal team—Kai, Ren, and Maya—by his side, Zin must unravel the enigma of his dreams while striving to achieve victory in the league, all while preparing for a future that may hold more than just virtual challenges.

*Novela de Fantasía Histórica de Amor Lento* Elisa estaba a punto de cambiarse el vestido que yacía sobre la esquina de su cama, cuando oyó un golpe suave procedente de su puerta. Curiosa, giró la perilla de la puerta solo para encontrarse con un hombre alto erguido frente a ella. —¡Señor Ian! —lo llamó. Ian sonrió con la acostumbrada sonrisa maliciosa que siempre usaba. Sus ojos carmesíes se pasearon un poco por su habitación y detectaron el vestido negro sobre su cama y luego desviaron la mirada hacia la mujer que tenía delante. Dio un paso adelante y habló. —¿Dónde conseguiste ese vestido? —Me lo dio el Señor Harland —respondió Elisa y estiró su cuello para ver cómo se fruncían las cejas de Ian en su elegancia. —¿Sabes por qué a un hombre le encantaría regalarle un vestido a una mujer? —él planteó el acertijo que siempre la hacía pensar dos veces antes de responder. Pero esta vez, no encontró respuesta y en su lugar negó con la cabeza—. No sé. Su sonrisa se volvió cautivadora, como si algo se hubiera agitado profundamente dentro de los ojos escarlata que tenía. Lentamente deslizó su mano sobre el cuello de su vestido, enviando un escalofrío frío que la sobresaltó por un momento debido a su baja temperatura. Después de desabotonar los primeros dos botones en su cuello, inclinó su cabeza hacia abajo, susurrándole al oído. —Porque desean ser ellos quienes quiten la tela. Hizo una pausa y besó su cuello, tiñendo la piel pálida de rojo antes de retractar su movimiento para fijar su vista en ella y responder con calma. —Desafortunadamente, no puedes ponerte el vestido de allí con esto —se rió entre dientes y le pasó una caja a su mano—. Y la buena noticia es que te he preparado un vestido. Elisa era una niña maldita que podía ver fantasmas. Su familia la odiaba y la lanzaba de una familia adoptiva a otra. Sin embargo, la desgracia no actuaba sola. Cuando la crió su tía, fue vendida como esclava. Cuando pensó que no sería nada más que un sacrificio para el hechicero, fue salvada por un hombre cuya identidad era muy distinta a la de un ser mítico normal. *** Este libro es ORIGINAL y no es una Traducción Únete al discord del Autor: https://discord.gg/YPKueb4

Born in the era of Eclipse, where wild animals were no longer the greatest threat to mankind but monsters were. Creatures of nightmares roamed the land, and fear had become humanity’s constant companion. In this world, power reigned supreme, and those who wielded it commanded respect. They say that upon reaching adolescence, one has a chance but small to be chosen by the Eclipse. Awakening is unpredictable, dictated by forces beyond human control. But with modern advancements, technology has finally made a breakthrough. For those who have yet to awaken, an injection of Eclipse Essence can stimulate the process. While this increases the likelihood of awakening, it does nothing to determine the gift one receives. That remains immutable. Fate alone decides whether one rises or remains in the shadows. All one can do is pray for fortune’s favor. Ian Maverick, a boy on the cusp of adulthood, had yet to awaken. With no means to afford Eclipse Essence, he had only one option which is to rely on sheer luck. They say a strong body improves the chances of awakening. Clinging to that belief, Ian trained relentlessly, pushing his limits day and night, hoping and praying to awaken with at least an Intermediate-ranked gift. A single chance to change his fate. Will he awaken? And if he does, will he have what it takes to rise among the Eclipseborn? —---------------------------------------------------------------------- Want to experience a new power system concept? If so, this novel would definitely be for you. ECLIPSE RANK SYSTEM GIFT POWER SYSTEM

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Ian was an ordinary guy on his way to work when he suddenly found himself in a strange and dangerous world ruled by dark races like vampires, werewolves, and demons. Transmigrated into the body of a lesser vampire, Ian must quickly adapt to his new reality where survival is a constant struggle. Just when all hope seems lost, Ian discovers he has a unique advantage: The Strongest Body Customization System, which allows him to modify and customize his body by consuming biomass. With this golden finger, Ian starts to turn the tables, designing bone claws and other enhancements to give him an edge against the terrifying werewolves and other supernatural threats. But as Ian learns more about the Curtained Imperium and the rigid hierarchies of the vampire race, he realizes that defeating his enemies is only the first step. To survive and thrive in this dark and brutal world, Ian must rise through the ranks, uncover the power of his system. Need to fly? Customize a pair of angel wings! The body is small? Add hundreds meters of height and become bigger than Godzilla! Need a weapon? Customize bone claws and kagune on the spot!

With a flint of fire in his eyes, he destroyed the heavens with his fist in a split second. Cracckk! The mist cloud crawling above the sky clears completely. A silver-haired old demon guy laughs uncontrollably. "K-Kuhahahaha!" He then continued... "Hunters these days are truly hopeless, and I despise the weak who are just all talk." Then he looked at him coldly, indifferently. Shivers ran through their bones. Gulp! "There's no way a monster like him could be defeated." "Is this the end?" In a hopeless situation in which mankind has no chance... He shows up.- A normal-looking student emerged, with a single-pointed spear. He hurls the spear in one direction at breakneck speed. Whoooosh! In the direction of the silver-haired old monster. The elderly demon's chest was pierced by a single-point stab. K-Ku..rggh!! The elderly demon lowered his gaze and inquired. "Y-you...W-who are...y-you?" "Me? I'm just an EXTRA," he smirked.

I have a talent. A necromancer? Not exactly. When I was 4, I summoned my first undead skeleton—Hanz. He’s stronger than most skeletons. As a necromancer, I’m cursed to only summon skeletons. But these skeletons aren’t normal. They can learn swordsmanship, magic, and even farming. Pretty useful, right? I’ve also got some hidden talents in magic and swordsmanship. And... did I mention I can summon an undead lich? That’s a story for another time.

Reborn Ian Black, with a magic stone in his hand, stands at the crossroads of fate. Memories of past lives wrapped around them like snakes, Irene's ruby necklace, Roger's sword, and Leah's cold hands on the bed. When the magic stone burst out of the power of light and dark, shocked the audience, he knew he had embarked on a different path. As the darling of light and dark, Ian in the family conspiracy and the church watching, step by step to uncover the secrets hidden in the depths of time. From the intrigue of the auction house to the judgment of the Temple, from the mechanized family members to the dark forces of the shadow moon council, He found his fate tied to the future of the entire city. And Leah, the girl with the golden cog pupil, is both his salvation and the key to reincarnation. Every time back, is her sacrifice at the cost of life. When the truth came out, Ian finally realized that only by breaking the curse of reincarnation can he save Leah and himself. This is a story of fate, reincarnation and redemption. As the cogs of time begin to turn, how will Ian Black rewrite his destiny?

In the mist-laden forests of Eryndale, Lyra, an independent herbalist, has always preferred the quiet rhythm of her secluded life. But her world is upended when Kieran, a wounded warrior shrouded in shadow and secrets, stumbles into her path. He names her the "Keeper," a fabled figure destined to wield a power that could protect their realm or destroy it. As an ancient darkness rises, bringing with it terrifying creatures known as Duskwraiths, Lyra and Kieran are forced into an uneasy alliance. Together, they unravel the mysteries of an age-old prophecy, forbidden magic, and a shared past neither of them remembers. But as they delve deeper into the secrets of Eryndale, the bond between them grows a fragile connection forged in danger and trust, yet threatened by the secrets Kieran guards and the power Lyra struggles to control. With the fate of the realm hanging in the balance, Lyra must decide whether to embrace the destiny she never wanted and risk losing her heart to the one man who may be her undoing. In a world where love is as perilous as the shadows, will their connection be the key to salvation or the spark that ignites the darkness? Shadows of Eryndale is a spellbinding tale of love, destiny, and the light that can shine even in the deepest shadows.

At just 24, Ian Fletcher has built a thriving fashion empire, earning respect and admiration as one of the youngest CEOs in the industry. But his life takes an unexpected turn when he meets Luna Pierce, a retired fashion designer whose name once dominated the runway. Despite the 16-year age gap between them, Ian is captivated by Luna's grace, intelligence, and untold story. As their relationship deepens, Ian uncovers haunting secrets from Luna's past—secrets tied to the downfall of her career and the dark actions of his own family. Faced with an impossible choice, Ian must navigate the conflict between loyalty to his family and his growing love for Luna. Can their bond withstand the truth, or will the weight of the past tear them apart? In When Age Doesn’t Matter, love and betrayal collide in a story of passion, redemption, and the courage to fight for what truly matters.

"From now on your a boy not a girl" her mother said as Ian was born. For her father to not give his company to her older brother Ian's mother disguised her as a girl but it was not easy. Her brother and father continuously tried to get rid of her but she made connections with powerful families successers and finally she was announced as the heir to walker family but her brother plotted and she was kidnapped. Her mother and sister were dragged away while she was now powerless and then she met the underworld lord what will happen to her ? Will she able to reclaim her right of being an heir again? Can she find her family members?

When Lali marries into the powerful and wealthy Jeon family, she expects a life of respect and luxury. But behind the grand walls of the Jeon mansion, she finds herself surrounded by mystery, tension, and secrets no one dares to speak of. Lali begins to uncover clues about a hidden past that seems strangely connected to her. A mysterious portrait, coded messages, and a family that guards its secrets fiercely pull her deeper into a web of lies. Her husband, Gguk, is distant and guarded, but his quiet presence stirs emotions in her that she can’t ignore. As Lali tries to get closer to him, she realizes that love may be the only thing strong enough to face the darkness. Can Lali unravel the truth without breaking apart her marriage and the family? Or will the Jeon family’s secrets destroy her before she uncovers them all?