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Tan Rou only learned that she wasn’t the Tan family’s daughter when she was seventeen years old. She went from being a rich young lady to living in the slums. The parents she adored belonged to someone else, and this series of knockdowns was hard for a seventeen-year-old girl to accept. She wailed like a child for the sake of proving this was all a lie. The vicious words she spouted had hurt her biological family but she didn’t notice. She thought the Tan family was her real family despite them seeing her as an eyesore, and was even naive enough to want to befriend the Tan family’s real daughter, Tan Jing. Alas, the latter drugged her drink and arrange for a thug to rape her. Tan Jing even brought their classmates along to catch them in the act so Tan Rou was now tainted for life. After being reborn, she looked down at the man she was stepping on. Tan Rou swore not to be a useless wretch in this life or be bullied to death. She would stomp on those who wronged her and make it up to her real family. They wouldn’t have had to die tragically on the streets in the past life had it not been for her. Tan Rou turned completely evil after crawling back out of Hell. Everyone claimed that the real young lady was educated and talented, while the fake young lady was arrogant and incompetent. Tan Rou scoffed upon hearing this. She held back her brother from trying to stand up for her. “We have all the time in the world. Let’s just wait and see.” Just as everyone was waiting for Tan Rou to make a fool of herself… A top-class perfumer, a top scholar, a world champion… The fake young lady’s multiple identities kept getting exposed one after another, bumping her up to number one on the trending search, shocking the world. Wait, where was the promised humiliation?

A young man named: Deacon Cross was born into a world that is controlled and regulated by a woman who goes only by: Ms. Millicent. The rules that Ms. Millicent has set in place are harsh to say the least. That is: women being able to do practically whatever they want to the men. Thankfully, Deacon meets one of the few people that decided to go against Ms. Millicent's rules.

She was always the woman behind the scenes—until everything changed. Bailey Hartfield has spent five years managing the chaotic life of billionaire Caleb Reid, secretly hiding her feelings under her professional smile. But when a tragic accident erases Caleb’s memory of the past five years, Bailey has a new role to fill: his fiancée.  Trapped in a lie created by his manipulative parents, Bailey must survive with her heart intact in a dangerous game where nothing is as it seems. As Caleb recovers, the lines between truth and lie blur, and Bailey finds herself falling deeper for the man who doesn’t remember the past. But when Caleb’s ex, the possessive and dangerous Isabelle, returns to reclaim her place by Caleb’s side, Bailey’s world threatens to crumble apart.  Will their love survive the truth, or will the lies tear them apart forever?

The world's messed up. Monsters started falling from the sky. Flesh-eating creatures that almost wiped out Humanity.But then, people began to awaken strange abilities—Gifts, they called them. Supernatural powers that gave us a fighting chance. With these new abilities, we fought back, and for a while, it seemed like we were winning. Life slowly started to return to something that resembled normal. That is, until the Curses began. No one knows where they came from or why they started, but one thing was clear: they weren’t Gifts. They were something darker, twisted, as if reflecting the worst parts of humanity. People whispered that the Cursed were dangerous, unstable. Some even believed they were monsters in human skin. I used to think having a Gift would be the best thing that could ever happen to me. I dreamed of it, even. Too bad I didn’t get mine until the darkest moment of my life. And it wasn’t a Gift at all. But hey, like I said before, the world’s messed up.

He's all precision and logic. She's all heart and spontaneity. And neither of them is ready for what happens next. Ethan Carter is untouchable, an engineering prodigy with a reputation as cold as the cars and bikes he fixes. Maddie Rivers is a ray of sunshine, radiating warmth and kindness wherever she goes. Their worlds couldn't be more different-until Maddie takes a risk that lands her square in the middle of Ethan's high-stakes world of illegal racing and dangerous secrets. Maddie's on a mission to protect her best friend and make the baby daddy take responsibility, but the deeper she gets into the Velocity Club's secrets, the more she finds herself drawn to Ethan. As they develop feelings and secrets start to appear in the open, Maddie must decide: can she trust the man who might be behind her best friend's heartache? One thing's for sure-their lives are about to collide in ways neither of them saw coming.

Eclipse Arcana It is a story that contains five main leads. The story begins, when Kai arrives in Celestria to save the village with his friend Eiera, his sister Rin, and his Fairy friend Luna. Later, he has been assigned a task to retrieve an artifact known as Eclipse Arcana and has to take the King's son, Aiden, with him. But he didn't know the Artifact he was sent to find could destroy his realm in the blink of an eye. Kai also found out that he is not the only one who is seeking Eclipse Arcana. The Dark Realm is also after it. Now, he has to act faster than before and gather all six pieces of Eclipse Arcana before it's too late. Kai, Eiera, Rin, Luna, and Aiden together they will face many challenges, and fight monsters, Dragons, and much more. Can Kai and his group Find Eclipse Arcana before it gets into the wrong hands? A Conversation from Chapter 40 One of the Scorchers spoke to Kai, "SO YOU ARE KAI THE WEILDER OF THE ETERNAL BLADE!"  Kai looked up at the Scorchers, "I don't have time for an introduction." Kai pointed towards the carriage and continued, "I want all three of you to carry that carriage and follow me." "HOW DARE YOU ASKED US FOR HELP!" The Scorchers got furious after listening to Kai's demand, and all three of them bang on the Eternal Blade's barrier. Scorchers, "LET US OUT! AND WE'LL TELL YOU WHO WE ARE!" "The thing is, I wasn't asking. I'm ordering all three of you!" Kai said in a commanding tone. Here is a Discord server's link https://discord.gg/7QCxmEUb I Hope all the readers enjoyed the story. TAGS #FantasyAdventure #MagicalRealm #EclipseArcana #JourneyofHeroes #MagicQuest #StrongestAmongThem #TrustYourFriends #ProtectTheRealm #DarkRealmThreat #MagicalCreatures #BondTested #EpicAdventure #FantasyNovel #BookishCommunity

Narrator, "This is the Story of Ratsujin, the Son of Devil." Narrator, "Ratsujin, the one who was destined to destroy everything or destroyed by everything." Narrator, "Ratsujin, The Hidden ruler of death.." Narrator, "His tale began when he was just ten years old." In the modern world, where demons come from the underworld and possess human souls to make themselves stronger. For centuries, demons have killed many humans, but humans also have mastered the power of Arcane Martial Arts. Can Ratsujin, a pure-hearted soul, save his world from the demons and find out his family's past at the same time? This is the Story of Ratsujin, The Son Of Devil. Discord's server link https://discord.gg/7QCxmEUb

A Life of Parallels! The Original World’s Sasuke: Deceived by Uchiha Itachi, misled by Uchiha Obito, and brainwashed by successive Hokage, he remained oblivious to the truth. Throughout his journey, he relied on the path laid out by Itachi and the power boosts from the Sage of Six Paths. He sealed Kaguya to save the ninja world, only to leave Konoha alone in the end. With just one daughter, he faced the impending extinction of the Uchiha bloodline… The Parallel World’s Sasuke: He immersed himself in study and reflection, diligently searching for clues to uncover the truth and settle the score with all his enemies! He cultivated his own power, mastering sage techniques, gaining the Sage Body, Rinnegan, and the power of tailed beasts—ultimately even achieving the legendary Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan! With absolute strength, he unified the ninja world, vanquishing the Ōtsutsuki clan and bringing genuine peace to the realm, ushering in an era of interstellar exploration for the ninja world! With numerous wives and descendants, he single-handedly rebuilt the Uchiha clan… -------------------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: I am not the author of this novel and hold no rights to the original work. This translation is created purely as a fan project for entertainment purposes only. No profit is being made from this translation, and while donations are highly appreciated to support future projects, they are not required. I encourage readers to support the original author and their work.^_^ If you’d like to support my future translations, you can donate via PayPal:https://paypal.me/MagicReader?country.x=PH&locale.x=en_US

This is a Si story in a world where Rock Lee has an older brother around the age of Itachi. Also, Naruto has a little sister in this fanfic, and he is also a little older. But this fic is about are isekai protagonist adventuring through the world of Naruto trying to survive in a dangerous world while trying to become a shinobi.

Itachi Uchiha of the sharingan is no more after his ascension to the Pure Lands...or so you thought. Find out what happens to the world of Solo leveling when it's meet the the Uchiha prodigy

In the heart of Manila, where the city's vibrant pulse beats strongest, a darkness looms, threatening to engulf its streets and its people. "Guardians of Manila: The Siege of Shadows" tells the story of Piolo, a young man whose destiny is irrevocably intertwined with the fate of his beloved city. Born and raised in the bustling metropolis, Piolo discovers he possesses powers that set him apart, destined to fight against the creeping malevolence known only as The Shadow. With the city teetering on the brink of despair, Piolo, guided by the mysterious Mateo, embarks on a journey of self-discovery and heroism. He forms an unlikely alliance with fellow guardians, each bearing their own scars and stories, united by a common purpose. Together, they navigate the treacherous underbelly of Manila, confronting their darkest fears and the growing power of The Shadow. As the final battle looms, Piolo and his allies must muster all their strength, courage, and hope to save their city. Facing insurmountable odds, their fight is not just for survival but for the soul of Manila itself. "Guardians of Manila: The Siege of Shadows" is a tale of resilience, brotherhood, and the indomitable human spirit, a testament to the light that shines brightest in the darkest of times.

Falling in love wasn’t part of the deal… Megan Faller always believed in hard work—until Hollywood chewed her up and spit her out. Now, she’s stuck playing extras in low-budget films, barely scraping by. Enter Caleb Drake, the billionaire with an inheritance crisis on his hands. His solution? A fake marriage to make him look like the perfect family man. Megan gets a shot at the limelight… if she can survive pretending to be Caleb’s loving fiance. It’s all a game—hand-holding, smiling for the cameras, and acting like they’re head over heels in love. Easy, right? Except Caleb isn’t just any guy. He’s charming, infuriatingly good-looking, and way too good at making their fake romance feel real. As the chemistry between them heats up, Megan starts to wonder: when does pretending end and real feelings begin? And what happens when their little arrangement starts to feel like something more? When the truth finally comes out, will their love story be over, or is this just the beginning? _________ Update: Monday-Friday Full novel is available here: https://books2read.com/u/49RAYw

the genres of novels are not suitable for this novel so i choose the urban genre it's a story of all trimigrator reincarnator system technique powers and so on i just fealt that novels with system ms being trismaigrated reincarnated and just so on have no origin of powers system technique god space reincarnation trimigration and just so i created it has how this were created it will only have this and now it is completed

Her whole life, she was plagued with bad luck. But the worst thing her bad luck could do, was kill her. Diyana however, did not expect her bad luck to transmigrate her to a world that has already fallen. Now living in the world with the identity of an orphaned girl, Diyana took on the name Nadia, and took the opportunity to live after 'Restarting' life again at the age of 16.

"Shadows Over Intramuros: A Manila Mystery" weaves a captivating tale set against the historic backdrop of Metro Manila's oldest district, Intramuros. When Juan Dela Cruz, a young IT specialist with a penchant for solving puzzles, receives a cryptic invitation, he is unwittingly drawn into a game that blurs the line between reality and the supernatural. Each challenge leads Juan and a group of unlikely allies through the hidden corners of Manila, from the eerie halls of abandoned Spanish mansions to the bustling streets shadowed by modern skyscrapers. As they delve deeper into the game, they uncover clues that tie the challenges to the rich tapestry of Filipino history and mythology. Ghosts of the past and legendary creatures from Filipino folklore come to life, forcing the group to confront their fears and test their limits. But what starts as an adventurous quest soon spirals into a dark journey into Manila's colonial history, revealing long-buried secrets that have been hidden within the city's walls for centuries. "Shadows Over Intramuros" is more than a tale of adventure and supernatural intrigue; it's a story about the power of history, the bonds of friendship, and the courage to face the unknown. As Juan and his companions unravel the mystery behind the game, they learn that the true treasure is not the game's promised reward but the journey itself and the secrets of Manila that they bring to light. With each step, they leave the shadows behind, bringing forth the true spirit of Intramuros and its enduring legacy in the heart of the Philippines.

To Vulcan, it was just a memorable one-night of pleasure. But for Ciara Morgan, announcing her unplanned pregnancy to her parents and abusive boyfriend had devastating consequences. They disowned her, leaving her with nothing. Desperate, Ciara demanded that Vulcan marry her. He agreed under the forces of his grandfather and Ciara's mother, but only under the condition of a contract, where Ciara would disappear without a trace after giving birth to his child. But everything changed five years later. "I'm Lawyer Irion, Mr. and Mrs. Thane Morgan's lawyer," he explained, as I nodded, bandaged and battered. "You collided with my car, but that's not the main reason I brought you here." He held a thick folder. "Ciara Morgan, I regret to inform you of your parents' tragic death in the 511 plane crash. We've been searching for their only heir, which happens to be you, their daughter. And I'm pleased to inform you that you've been willed thirteen trillion dollars from your parents' empire, but only on one condition." The condition, which Ciara had vowed to destroy years ago, was the very thing she needed to obey to claim her wealth. Will Ciara choose wealth and power over revenge, or will love conquer all hatred? This book contains mature, dark, and potentially distressing content. Reader discretion is advised. Please prioritize your emotional well-being while reading. Thank you! Quick one people. I'm sorry to be doing this, I really am, but it's low-key out of my power. I'm going on hopefully what I want to call a short hiatus for personal reasons. I need to get my emotions and mind back together. I really thought I could keep pushing but it's not working and I don't want to mess this book up. I promise I'll come back to it. Please don't give up on me, or this book. I won't disappoint. Thank you for understanding. XoXo.

EROTIC ROMANCE | R- 18 Laurenestine Valencia, a 20-year-old nursing student in Manila. She's usually quiet, but her life changes when she starts liking her professor who has a captivating charm strong personality. Even though she's not usually interested in these things, she tries hard to get her professor's attention. She's surprised when she finds out he's engaged. But Laurenestine doesn't give up. She decides to try and break up his engagement. She changes from a quiet student to someone who uses charm and tricks to get what she wants. But then she finds out she was flirting with the wrong man, not her professor. Will her misguided affections lead her down a path of regret?

Ming Ze, the man who changed the world itself to where the population of people having super powers went from 20% to 80% transcended from the mortal plane. After being chosen to play the eternal game of reincarnation, he is sent to the world of Solis, and takes up the role as the 20th demon king, the demon king of rigged fates. When reading, please let your mind run free it'll give you a better read.

In a world where martial arts rule, powerful families and gangs control entire cities. To protect their home and loved ones, a group of high school friends forms their own gang, marking their city as their territory. What starts as an effort to defend quickly sparks a dangerous gang war. As rival martial arts groups clash, the friends find themselves in the middle of a brutal fight for control. Loyalties are tested, and survival means risking everything. Now, they must decide if they can still protect what matters or if the war will tear them apart.

In the eyes of outsiders, Hyuga Yuto was a genius in the traditional sense of the Hyuga Clan: resilient, strong, gentle, and calm, a reliable comrade at all times. However, no one knew that on countless quiet nights, this young genius of the Branch Family would caress the caged bird seal engraved on his forehead and fall asleep with a sharp needle in his mouth, fearing that in his sleep, he would utter the madness and anger buried deep within his heart – "What Uchiha Itachi can do, can I, Hyuga Yuto, not dare to do the same?"

I'm always a loner at school, and today I was having lunch alone on the stairs in front of the roof when a beautiful transfer student, Ms. Hayasaka, suddenly came over.

A monotone, slightly dumb boy meets an overly expressive idiot girl. /Cover art is Kagare Kei/

[R-18] Volume 1: The Crown Flower (Completed) Under the hardcover of her childishness, she disguises her painful past. The brutal side of life renders her strong. The person she used to believe like her own shadow betrayed her too. She left bruised, broken. They say love happens just once. But it isn't true. Definitely not. One day, someone appears in her life again, he heals her bruised heart gives her a new life, a new hope. But fate is not mild-mannered. When her broken heart was healed and it had fallen too deep for him, someone unexpected shows up in his life. Maybe she is late, maybe she is not the one he wants. But is it the truth? Even he knows he loves her and wants her, but who is the other one then? Is that person the Ms right? Or Ms wrong? Love isn't easy to accomplish, it is always on top in the toughest list. Will they even be able to accomplish it? ~It's an unedited book and also, my very first book here. Mistakes are common. Read at your own risk~ ~I don't own the cover.~ Follow me on Instagram: ilm.arh Facebook/Twitter: Author I.R. Discord Server Link: https://discord.gg/gTP8CdqbBt Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/authorilma Join me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/authorilma

    Synopsis What will you feel if you noticed someone that's stalking you, giving death threats, and creepy stuffs? Well, for Y- {it is pronounced as waydash} (weird nickname though, you'll get to know him better on the story) it gave him chills everywhere in his body. Y- being a scared man, searched for a detective online at nakita nya ang isang website na nagngangalang MS(pronounced as em-es not miss) . He clicked on it and referred his problem which, the so called MS responded. The case was solved but being a hired detective, MS make a bargain between the two of them. Gusto niya na sumama sa kaniya si Y- bilang isang detective din. Labag man sa kalooban ay pumayag si Y- dahil ito lang ang tanging paraan upang mabayadan niya si MS. Would Y- enjoy the company of MS or will he quit on their bargain? ° ° Would Y- stay by MS' side or he'll leave when he found out something? ° ° What would they feel for each other? Mysteries and Crimes are meant to be solved Join the two lead of the story with their weird nickname/codename in solving crimes all over Libanon, City of Madarang This is a Taglish story ‼️NOTE‼️ THIS STORY IS POSTED AS WELL ON MY WATTPAD ACCOUNT (@nicsy_bitsy).. I DECIDED TO UPLOAD IT THERE AS WELL AND CONTINUE WRITING IT. IT'S ON HOLD FOR THE MEANTIME

"Ms.—" "Mu..Mugdha Jain!" She told her name with a nervous expression, while facing the mighty man, her employer. The man in teal colour three piece suit stared at her for a brief minute quietly before nodding his head, and speaking calmly, "Ms. Jain, I heard about what happened in the green room sometimes—" "Mr. Singharoy, pl..please don't mis.. misunderstand me, and let me explain ev.. everything at first to you once please!" Mugdha clasped her hands with a frightened expression, while blabbering in extreme nervousness, "Trust me, sir, I..I really did..didn't did anything, wha..what happened wasn't intentional! I really didn't noticed Aysha mam, or wouldn't have done it! I..I don't know how it happened, ever..everything—" "I know you didn't did anything intentionally, Ms. Jain! I believe you!" He spoke out calmly, resulting Mugdha to look at him in a baffled manner. For a moment she felt she heard it wrong, and just stood dumbfounded, while staring at the man in front of her! Her breathing stopped, while she froze on the spot, noticing the man stepping forward towards her with slow & steady steps. However, he stopped at a certain distance, and gazed at her left cheek for a minute before speaking further, "Ms. Jain, I know what happened wasn't intentional, and just an accident! I didn't called you here to reprimand you, or anything, so please calm down." He held out the icepack in his hand, "Take it, your cheek is looking swollen!" Mugdha was too stunned to say anything, and just stood speechless! "Ms. Jain?" Mugdha jerked off, and finally accept the icepack with her trembling hands, to place it over her cheek which was stinging, "Th..Thank you, Mr. Singharoy!" The man smiled faintly with a nod, and spoke further, "I know & believe what my fiancee did with you tonight wasn't right, she shouldn't have reacted that way! But trust me, she isn't like that! It's just..It's just a bad day for her, and she was also stressed after the long day, that's why failed to keep her calm, and misunderstood you! You're one of my model tonight, and you doesn't deserve this behaviour at all. So, I'm really sorry! Please don't take it to your heart, and forgive her! As her fiancee, I'm apologizing to you in behalf of her, please don't mind!" Mugdha just stood frozen not knowing how to react at all! This was beyond imagination, a man like him was apologising to a person like her, just for his fiancee! She just felt mesmerized at his humble & down to earth behaviour! "It..It's okay, Mr. Singharoy! Pl..Please don't say sorry, I..It..It's okay!" Scratching her head Mugdha replied after a long time, before bidding goodbye, "Mr. Singharoy, thank you for giving me the opportunity!" "You deserve it, Ms. Jain!" He wished her back with a small smile, and watched her hastily leaving the room, as if she was chased by some demon!

Shen Bai's fiance cheated on her with her cousin! Not only did the two of them work together to kill her father, but they even tricked her like a fool by fully exploiting her and killing her in the end. After dying, Shen Bai's spirit remained in the same spot. To her surprise, she saw the man who had fought with her for a lifetime, the man she claimed to be crazy, exacting revenge on her behalf. He even held the urn that contained her ashes and said he loved her. Shen Bai was shocked. In the next moment, she reincarnated! She went back to the time before all these tragic events happened! Thinking about all the hatred and the hidden feelings the man had for her in the previous lifetime, she decided to seek revenge and also give the relationship an opportunity to flourish. Hence, Shen Bai looked for the man. "I've been cheated on, and I'm very upset. I want revenge. Can you help me? I can give you some reward in return." She smiled a little at the man. She was ready to accept his refusal. However, after a moment of silence, he replied in a devilish tone. "Sure. Sleep with me once." He thought Shen Bai was joking with him. That's why he intentionally made a request he knew she'd refuse. However, she was actually serious about it. When his dream came true, he held her tight in his arms like a prized treasure. "Shen Bai, you were the one who came to me first. You have to be responsible!"

"You don't have to come back anymore. Your contract has been terminated in advance." Liang Yan had been Pei Yu's secret love interest for five years. Liang Yan was obedient and never gave him any trouble. One day, a contract suddenly appeared in front of her. Pei Yu wanted to cut all ties with her. This explained why he was still by her side when she woke up. Usually, he'd be gone by then. It turned out that it wasn't because he missed her. On the contrary, it was because he wanted to break up with her. Liang Yan had known that this day would come, but she hadn’t expected it to come so soon. Her doctor told her she still had three months to live. All she wanted was to spend more time with him. That's right. She liked this man who was her sugar daddy. However, when the man stood before her with that cold expression on his face, she couldn't utter a single word. All she could do was ask in a half-joking manner, "Since the contract is over, can I start looking for a boyfriend?" She was smiling, but her heart was already shattered. Liang Yan refused to accept any form of compensation from Pei Yu. She even returned everything he'd given her over the past five years. She didn't spend a single dime on the card he'd given her. In fact, she even returned the villa he'd given her as a gift. Pei Yu was dumbfounded by this. She'd always been gentle and demure. Now, she left him without a single complaint. One day, he overheard someone saying that she was getting married. He barged into her life once again like a mad man and became overly possessive of her. Liang Yan was confused all of a sudden. Did Pei Yu regret his decision?

After an act of arson, she went from being the nation's goddess of first love to the butt of every joke—her future was ruined. Her fiance forcefully broke off their engagement; her adoptive mother revealed her ugly side and chased her out of the house. Fang Xuan wrote two letters—one to break off the engagement; one of estrangement—and left coolly. After Fang Xuan left, rumors started spreading in the entertainment industry, saying, "It's said that after Fang Xuan's not doing well after leaving the entertainment industry. She's dyed her hair and started wearing a face veil. She's a hostess in nightclubs every day." "That can't be, right? Her face is already ruined, who'd let her serve? I've heard that she committed some crime and went to prison instead?" Everyone expected Fang Xuan to live a tragic life, one where she willingly let herself fall from grace for the sake of earning a living. She had forever lost the brilliance that she once had. Up until summer in the same year, Fang Xuan's name shot up to the top trending searches on the Internet! Capital City's Education Department's official account stated, "Let's give a round of applause to celebrate Ms. Fang Xuan from XX High School, the number one student in the entire country, now accepted into the top institutions of learning!" "What? Isn't that the most prestigious institution of learning that will only accept the top ten achievers every year?" "Fang Xuan, a female actor who was once in the entertainment industry, is actually knowledgable!" The entire country was aghast. Nobody expected the unlucky female actor who retreated in failure would catch everyone's attention in such a miraculous manner. The Public Security Department in Capital City's official account shared, "Thank you Ms. Fang Xuan for her valiant acts in the major kidnapping that shocked the whole country a week ago. This department hereby grants Ms. Fang Xuan the Citizen's Valor Award!" "What? Fang Xuan actually participated in the major kidnapping that shocked the entire country?" Capital City No.1 Hospital's official account announced, "Many thanks to Ms. Fang Xuan for her constructive suggestions during the case studies in the hospital's global medical consensus, leading to the medical breakthrough achieved in this hospital!" "What? The medical breakthrough that took the world by storm is all thanks to Fang Xuan's constructive suggestions?" The people in the country were shocked once more. One day, that pure and elegant man trapped Fang Xuan in a corner, saying, "Xuanxuan, don't you have the ability to predict the future? Then, help me find out if my future is full of you?" Fang Xuan shook her head and said with a smile, "No, other than me, there are two cute kids too."