Appleby Manor Afternoon Tea

Never in a million years would I have thought I would become the wife of an enemy, but here I was, making tea for the deadliest human anyone could ever meet. ***** Serena Cordinni is on the brink of death, betrayed and stabbed by her best friend. With strong will she moves with each piercing pain to ask for help, but this only weakens her as she collapses on the floor and passes out. She wakes up days after, and is surprised to see her enemy Gabe Smith standing beside her hospital bed, with a marriage contract in his hands. He asks her to marry him, so she can get her revenge on her fiance and best friend. This is her only chance to get back at the ones who betrayed her

``` [Farming]+[Ruang]+[Menghangatkan Hati]+[Kemakmuran]+[Mengalahkan Sampah] Mo Yan, yang lenyap menjadi abu akibat ledakan, terlahir kembali di zaman kuno, menjadi seorang gadis kecil petani yang kabur dari kelaparan! Di atasnya, seorang Ayah Sarjana yang baik hati dan tampan - tidak buruk! Di bawahnya, sepasang adik yang lincah dan menggemaskan - sangat bagus! Tetapi benar-benar, rasanya seperti mau mati lagi, tahu? Terus-menerus kabur, tanpa makanan, minuman, atau tempat tinggal itu satu hal, tapi harus selalu waspada terhadap orang-orang jahat yang mungkin menculiknya untuk mengisi perut mereka adalah hal lain! Beruntung, Ruang yang bisa ditingkatkan dari kehidupan sebelumnya mengikutinya, tapi apa-apaan ini - Ruang ajaib dengan gunung, air, dan daging yang bisa dimakan itu telah diformat! Menghadapi situasi yang putus asa, Mo Yan kembali menyalakan semangat bertarungnya: Jadi apa jika sudah diformat, aku tetap akan mencari keuntungan dan membangun kekayaanku tepat di kaki Kota Imperial! Membelah gunung, menanam kebun buah, membeli toko, membangun rumah... tidak kurang satu pun! Tapi... ada begitu banyak perusuh mata hijau! Petak tanahmu milikmu? Di sini, aku akan menjebakmu sampai mati tanpa diskusi! Ingin jadi ibu tiriku? Baiklah, aku akan mengirim sekumpulan duda padamu! Ibu mencarimu? Di sini, ambil surat cerai ini, simpan, jangan berterima kasih padaku! ... Apa? Seorang pria tampan melamar? Uh, ini... seharusnya aku menyerahkan diri padanya? PS: 1. Tetap pada bertani tanpa ragu + pertikaian domestik yang tidak biasa + tidak ada intrik istana 2. Gaya penulisan cukup serius, dan nilai-nilainya normal (tidak mengecualikan sesekali kekonyolan penulis) Link ke karya yang telah selesai: [Gadis Petani Yang Ditinggalkan: Pedesaan yang Indah] Link: http://read.xxsy.net/info/527965.html [Putri Sah Jenderal yang Tidak Bisa Diremehkan] Link: http://read.xxsy.net/info/473776.html ```

Introducción 1: Los aldeanos, al mencionar a Zhuang Qingning que no tenía padres, luego cayó enferma y optó por vivir sola en lugar de ser acogida por la familia de su tío, suspiraron y negaron con la cabeza, pensando que estaba pavimentando su propio camino hacia la muerte. Pero, ¿quién lo habría pensado? Ella comenzó un taller, compró una tienda, construyó una casa, vivió cómodamente criando perros y gatos, y todos los que se acercaban a ella prosperaban financieramente. Los aldeanos: ¿Es demasiado tarde para congraciarse con el Dios de la Riqueza ahora? Esperando su respuesta, es bastante urgente...... ---- Introducción 2: Todos en la ciudad capital suspiraban por la buena fortuna del Príncipe Qi, que era incomparable en su belleza, ya que siguió los deseos de la difunta reina y se casó con una chica rural ordinaria, renunciando así a un matrimonio ideal. Pero, ¿quién lo habría pensado? El príncipe era tan considerado con su esposa, gastaba fortunas para hacerla sonreír, desafiaba órdenes solo para protegerla, comportándose totalmente como un hombre profundamente enamorado...... Toda la gente: Disculpe, ¿es demasiado tarde para empezar a apoyar a esta pareja ahora? ---- Esta historia trata de una mujer rural que crece paso a paso, expresando calidez, ligereza, encontrando caminos espinosos y logros alegres por igual, donde los amantes finalmente se casan y hay retribución para el bien y el mal.

The thirty-two-year-old business tycoon, Lu Yinchu, married a woman ten years his junior. The woman was nondescript and insignificant with a mysterious background. In the living room, a certain lady angrily slammed down her tablet before turning to glare at the man who was slowly walking in with a cup of tea. "Husband, there are people online saying that I'm not good enough for you!" "Oh?" The man glanced at her calmly. "In what way are you not good enough for me?" "They said I'm flat-chested!" The woman's face was flushed with anger! Without rushing, the man set down his teacup, pulled the little lady into his arms, and smirked. "Is that so? Let me see..."

After the Mi Shen family suffered a tragedy, they were immediately set upon. Thereafter, like a tiger sprouting wings, a fish finding water, Mi the Overlord roamed freely in Nuancheng, and not a soul dared to utter a peep— "Fourth Young Master, the fifth young miss has hospitalized the city lord's daughter with a beating." Someone sat at the office desk without even lifting an eyelid, "Tell Leng Ying to prepare a gift and send it to the city lord's manor." "Fourth Young Master, the fifth young miss got into a fight... luckily there were no casualties..." That person sipped tea leisurely, "Tell Leng Ying to smooth things over... and bring some extra hands." "Fourth Young Master... the fifth young miss has run away!" That person finally deigned to lift his eyelids, "Run away?" The subordinate trembled, "With Leng Ying..." Grinding his teeth, the person snarled, "Catch, her, back!"

After Lin Xu died, she discovered that the world she was in was a novel. Her eldest son liked to imprison the female protagonist of the novel, engaging in sinister villainous acts with a dark room play. Her youngest son would unfailingly draw substitute's blood and snatch substitutes' kidneys for the female protagonist’s legal antagonist — his unrequited love. Her only daughter was the romantic fool forever revolving around the male protagonist of the novel. If children are not disciplined, the mother is to blame. After being reborn, Lin Xu felt she should step in and discipline her wayward children. However, before she could take action, her eldest son’s dark, handsome, and usually cold face blushed slightly as he asked in a low voice, “Can I touch my head?” The middle son snorted and turned his head, his tone petulant, “I... I don’t want to go home, but if you insist, I'll do it begrudgingly.” The youngest daughter rushed over, mercilessly pushing her brothers aside, “Mom, come and teach me how to solve this problem~” Latter, both sons fought over the bowl of noodles Lin Xu cooked. What was a novel’s female protagonist? Nothing compared to their mother. The daughter transformed herself, letting nothing from any novel’s male protagonist interfere with her studies! The family was blissfully happy. Latter, the revived, amnesiac husband suddenly appeared, cornering her against the wall, his eyes full of struggle, “Even if you're married, I still love you.” Lin Xu pretended to be serious, “Is that so, then what should we do?” He hugged her tightly, his voice muffled and pained, “Divorce him!” Lin Xu chuckled secretly, “I’ll divorce him right away.” Latter, after the husband regained his memory, he said through gritted teeth, “Over my dead body will we divorce!”

Born to both nobility and royalty, a young boy grows up surrounded by maids and a luxurious manor, a shut in to the cruel, outside world. He was always a strange child, quiet and noticeably intelligent, acting unlike an ordinary child. Evil, some would say, as he always acted in secret. He grew healthily over the years, distant from society, a well graduated student with a bright future, until the outbreak of war upon his coming of age as a man at fifteen.

She's the wild card in the wolves' century-old prophecy. A Savage Alpha imprisons her in his manor, her neck marked by burning kisses, while his rival's heir weaves a gentle trap of obsession. Bloodied moonlight ignifies the pack's primal howls, silver scars pulsing hot beneath her skin— When love becomes the hunt, what price will break the curse?

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In the year 2081, humanity has endured the aftermath of the apocalypse, but significant changes have unfolded. The remnants of humanity are now concentrated in six cities, the last bastions of civilization. After being exiled from the city lord's manor, Anon, the son of the supreme commander, encounters a "devil" named Seth. Seth offers to satisfy Anon's thirst for knowledge and the immense power that accompanies it. In return, they plan, helped by the forces behind Seth, to assassinate Anon's father, the lord of humanity. A treacherous journey, fraught with calamities and tribulations... Anon will unhesitatingly walk through this path, whether that be for his dead mother, or for his own selfish desires.

In the dawn of the UC calendar, the enigmatic city of Terminus shattered the boundaries between realms, birthing an eclectic world where magic intertwines with advanced technology and mythical beings share streets with everyday citizens. Here, goblins live in cozy suburban homes, elves dominate the music charts with their ethereal melodies, and fairies sip tea from tiny tables suspended from the rafters of bustling tea shops. Alex, a young dreamer with aspirations of magehood and scientific discovery, diligently traversed the academical gauntlet to secure his place at an esteemed Mage University. But fate had other plans. The day Alex's dreams crumbled was the very day he became an extraordinary System Holder, a beacon of potential power and wealth. Becoming a System Holder is like winning life’s grand lottery, coveted by investors who clamor for access to their [Store], a trove of endless possibilities that can make one rich beyond imagination. Yet, Alex's reality was far from the dream he had envisioned. He awoke with The Sinful System, an enigmatic power centered around lust and intimate connections with others.

After the introverted and socially anxious Shen Lang's blind date fails, he binds with a Love Assistance System! As long as he increases a girl's affection for him, he can receive various generous rewards! In the afternoon, he meets with the landlady to sign the rental contract. Looking at the voluptuous and still charming married woman, Shen Lang casually compliments her, "You look so young, sister!" The landlady smiles sweetly, her face blushing with both shyness and delight, "You're quite the flatterer, young man. I'm almost 40, you know, getting old!" At this moment, the system provides three responses. Your response is? 1. "You're 40? That's impressive, if it were me, I'd be dead by now!" 2. "Not old at all, in fact..."

(A/N: If a ruthless MC is not your cup of tea, don't read this.) Heat Wave, Torrential Rain, Severe Cold, Tsunami, Flood, and Alien Beasts swept the world in a series of natural disasters, almost wiping out mankind. Lu Nanzhi regressed two years to the past and found out that the settings of the natural disasters was similar to the mobile game app she played before regression. And it was in the beta testing phase. Ding— [Beta Game Test is over.] [Data is being reset.] [Player is starting over.] [Please claim the Beta Test Rewards.] Equip with the Beta Test Rewards, Lu Nanzhi was determine to survive in this life and started stockpiling like crazy!

In the depths of a cursed reflection, truth and deception blur into one. Vivian Sinclair never believed in the supernatural—until the day she moved into Blackthorn Manor, an old estate shrouded in unsettling whispers and forgotten secrets. A long-forgotten mirror hidden within the greenhouse awakens something inside her, something that shouldn’t exist beyond the glass. A shadow of herself stares back, watching, waiting. At first, the visions are subtle—flickers of movement when no one else is there, a whisper of her name in the dead of night. But as the days pass, the haunting presence becomes undeniable. Her reflection begins to move on its own, revealing memories she never lived, secrets she never uncovered, and a version of herself she doesn’t recognize. Sebastian Graves, a scholar obsessed with the manor’s dark past, warns her that some mirrors do more than reflect—they remember. And the one in Blackthorn Manor doesn’t just hold history; it holds something alive. Something that wants out. As the lines between reality and illusion fracture, Vivian realizes she isn't just being haunted—she is being rewritten. The more she resists, the stronger the presence grows, feeding off her fears, her doubts… and her lies. Because the darkest truths aren’t the ones buried in the past. They’re the ones we tell ourselves. And in the end, the mirror never lies. But Vivian might.

A group of friends were attending a cosplay convention for the sake of entertainment. They were having a tea break discussion as they watch their acquaintances perform on stage. But then, a sudden event of two gigantic magic circles materialized on both the floor, and the ceiling. Without any clue to what was going on, they lost their consciousness and were transported somewhere.

A 20-years old boy transmigrated into the female-dominated novel world, But not as a protagonist nor as the main villain.  He transmigrated as the green tea boyfriend of the main female CEO heroine and will become the first target of the protagonist of this novel. Alex was scared for his life. In the novel, it's impossible to defeat the son of luck. When he was helpless, the golden finger exclusive for travelers came. [Ding! The Female Raider System is being loaded.] Alex was excited thinking that he doesn't need to go close to a high cold female CEO but the system tells him different things. [Ding! As long as the host raids the heroines and increases their affection, the Host will receive heaven-defying rewards.] So his journey as green tea/White lotus raiding began.  Ohh here is Discord Server Link : https://discord.com/invite/bCgvFWC3Ka (Photo is his, not mine. If the owner doesn't want it, I can remove it.)

Skin as pale as snow. Lips as red as blood. That's how many describe Fièra Ponze, a 28-year-old call center agent in the BPO industry. Asleep in the morning, awake at night. This has been her routine ever since her life changed. What kind of change? She was once normal. She lived a typical life, bustling with the noise of everyday struggles. Fiera enjoyed sunny afternoons, weekend getaways, and spontaneous coffee dates with friends. But that all ended one fateful night. It was supposed to be an ordinary afternoon shift. After a long day of calls and customer complaints, she walked home under the dim streetlights. Suddenly, an eerie silence filled the air, and a figure emerged from the shadows. Fiera had no time to react. She felt a sharp pain, then a coldness that seeped into her bones. When she woke up, her world had changed. Colors seemed duller, sounds sharper, and an insatiable thirst gnawed at her insides. She discovered her transformation through trial and error, the realization dawning with the dawn she could no longer tolerate. Now, she navigates her nocturnal life, balancing her job while concealing her new identity. She wonders if she’ll ever find a way back to normalcy, or if she’s destined to roam the night forever.

Magnus Caffeine wasn’t always the Demon King. One day, he just woke up in a dark, gothic castle, surrounded by kneeling demons, with a cup of suspiciously bitter tea in his hand. Apparently, he’s in another world now—one with dragons, magic, and absolute chaos. But honestly? He’s not interested in world domination. He just wants to chill. Unfortunately, being an all-powerful Demon King comes with responsibilities, annoying subordinates, and heroic idiots who won’t leave him alone. Between dodging war declarations and dealing with demons who expect him to be some ruthless tyrant, Magnus has one simple goal: Drinking tea and lazing around. But with old memories creeping in, mysterious voices in his head, and an entire world expecting him to be either their savior or destroyer… will he really get to enjoy his coffee break?

Rolling in riches with both winter and enemies closing in, it is time for Jasson and his friends to begin the construction of Reflection Manor. But the new kittens have a propensity for collateral damage, strange things gather, and the risk of discovery grows with every brick and board. Will they be able to finish the house before winter comes? Continue the adventure with Jasson as he honors his oath, investigates strange happenings, and ancient leviathans of magic...stir.

Sophie Ortiz has had to grow up much faster than most 18 year-old girls in New York City. With an alcoholic step- father and a mother in constant financial distress, Sophie carries a heavy burden that forces her to juggle school, work, family and friendships – leaving little time for herself.  So when a handsome stranger walks into her life one summer afternoon, she flushes, her heart skips a beat, and… she dismisses him, thinking she doesn’t have the time for a relationship. But her heart and his persistence convince her otherwise. Sophie is about to come of age, and in so doing will learn a painful, heartbreaking lesson – that monsters are indeed real, and the scariest ones are those with whom you share your heart."

Sebastian has no magic, but through sheer trickery and dumb luck, he lands a spot at the prestigious Elorian Institute of Magic. His parlor tricks earn him a cult-like following, a noble rival, and a duel he accidentally wins—by tripping and landing a devastating punch-kick combo. Now, paranoid students believe he’s using forbidden demonic magic to summon an army of demons (spoiler: he’s not). With conspiracies spiraling out of control, Sebastian must fake it till he makes it—or be exposed as the greatest fraud in academy history.

Mu Evershade, the 21st century's most fearsome mercenary known as "Queen of Shadows", is reborn as a disdained cripple in a borderland city! Facing public humiliation from a broken engagement? Abandoned by her own clan? Divine providence intervenes—she's revealed as the long-lost treasure of the Imperial Guardian Manor! Awakening her Celestial Empress heritage, she forges divine pills, crafts primordial artifacts, commands mythical beasts, and weaves world-shattering arrays! As she ascends to godhood, regretful clans grovel while her ex-betrothed begs forgiveness. Yet the Mad Emperor who rules all realms crushes celestial thunder, snarling: "Who dares touch my treasure shall witness universal destruction!" Mu Evershade traces his blood-stained lips: "Hush... My throne shares space only for you, my eternal counterpart."

The Shadows of Havenwood Eleanor Vance, a vulnerable and isolated young girl, is sent to the notorious Havenwood Manor, a foreboding estate shrouded in darkness and secrecy. Abandoned by her family and forced to confront the sinister forces that lurk within the manor's crumbling walls, Eleanor soon discovers that she is not alone. Unsettling Presence As the lines between reality and madness blur, Eleanor becomes increasingly entangled in a web of supernatural horrors. The shadows that writhe across her bedroom walls seem to pulse with a malevolent life of their own, and the whispers that echo through the empty corridors appear to be calling her name.

Well this sucks oh well might as well show people how to get stuff done and be back home Tea

MACHINE-TRANSLATION WARNING! ___ Upon waking up, Xu Yuan found himself transported to the turbulent early days of the Great Sui Dynasty, where he became an apprentice at the Forge Sword Manor. In a time when demons and monsters roamed freely, bringing suffering to the world, luckily, he carried with him a game modifier from his previous life. As long as he ate, he could gain attribute points. ... "The pinnacle of martial arts is my summit. The reason I, Xu Yuan, have reached this level today is entirely due to my extraordinary talent..." "System, allocate my points!" ___ Updated: Thursday Bonus Chapter? You can give me 5 powerstones to get 1 chap bonus! Original Works: 横推武道：从通背拳大成开始 Author's: 烧香许愿 ___ Advanced Chaps in Patreon? you can wait it

1500 years after The Crimson Queen’s disappearance the empire of Ignia is left to her 4 attendants. Born to the first sword Nyssa practiced and trained rigorously. being secluded to her manor and the battlefield she eventually experiences a taste of normal life but that doesn’t last.

If Genesis King could describe her life in one word, it would be boring. Cursed by her relatively stable life and living condition, she's forced to live every day in a flavorless monotony. Since she was able to think, she's been wishing for more. More power, more magic, something more fun than her repetitive every life. Thankfully, on the fateful afternoon that was soon dubbed 'The Day of Rebirth', her wishes were granted, with dire consequences. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Note: This is a LitRPG story, meaning it will have a system, stats, numbers, levels, etc. that mean things. HOWEVER, this is my first real forte into the 'LitRPG' / 'System' genre of novel, so it'll most likely be used as an accent to the story, not the main focus. (This is also my return to writing so forgive me as I get back into the swing of things. This novel and my other one will be written/published in parallel.) Publishing on RR and SH.

This is a compilation of one-shot stories (ini adalah kumpulan cerita one-shot). Sometimes it's made with heavy angst, chaotic minds, and your most likely nightmares-to-be. Sometimes it's as relaxing and sweet as your morning with a chamomile tea. You choose it.

William Hale is a fifteen year old boy with an ordinary life. He's handsome, tall and talented at almost anything he picks up. Except for the odd encounter with the school "honor student" he leads a boringly normal life. However, on a Thursday afternoon, after a less than enticing biology class, William is met with an "invitation" that changes his life forever. {System Message} -You have been selected as one of the few chosen beta testers. Thus, you will be participating in the beta test. Do you consent?- - [Yes] - [No]

When historian Evelyn Carter receives a cryptic letter from Lady Isadora Ravenshore, a stranger claiming to be connected to her past, she embarks on a journey to the mysterious Ravenshore Manor in the English countryside. The ancient estate, shrouded in fog and secrets, holds a legacy she never knew she was part of. Upon arrival, Evelyn discovers an eerie portrait of herself—painted over a century ago—and learns of a powerful relic, the Heart of Ravenshore, hidden within the manor’s walls. But with its power comes a deadly curse, and sinister forces have already begun their hunt. As shadows move in the corridors and whispers echo through the halls, Evelyn must unravel the truth of her ancestry and protect the Heart before it falls into the wrong hands. With time running out, she faces a chilling question: Is history repeating itself—or is she the key to breaking an ancient cycle of fate?