Artist Curmudgeon Romance

[Entertainment Industry + Strong Female Lead + Refreshing Story + Hidden Identity] The Young Sect Master of the Tang Sect, Tang Shu, who was skilled in Poison Techniques and Hidden Weapons, had transmigrated and became an 18th-tier newbie, debuting as a supporting actress. After a variety show aired: Haters: "I actually think Tang Shu is kind of cute. Is there something wrong with me?" When the National Mechanical Engineering Research Institute announced: Miss Tang is our key-appointed research consultant. Haters: "What????" When an authoritative Chinese medicine expert revealed during an interview: The development of a new type of medicine owes much to Tang Shu. Haters: "Isn't this just too coincidental?" When the Porcelain Restoration Department openly stated: No one surpasses Tang Shu in the fields of porcelain restoration and calligraphy and painting. Haters: "Is this white lotus getting a bit too intoxicating?" When a Weibo big V with millions of fans accidentally revealed her face during a live broadcast... The haters all declared that their minds were blown! *** Jing Yu, the favored son of heaven, had always had an iron grip and a successful career until— he met Tang Shu. Inside the cinema, after watching four or five movies in a row, he realized the person sitting next to him hadn't changed, enjoying the popcorn with great relish. Jing Yu's throat moved slightly; this woman was flirting with him. Facing each other in a coffee shop, she casually pulled out a double-sided straw and placed it in her cup. Jing Yu's eyes tinted red; this woman was definitely flirting with him!

Zack wakes up in an empty space confused Zack looks around and just see endless open space it's strange and undescribable it's not any color I know of and I cannot even comprehend where this is and then suddenly Zack starts feeling a headache and memories came flooding back in so I am dead really this close to to me quitting the military and going back to my normal life I don't even know how I died or why I died and I can't seem to remember much the last thing I remember is going to get groceries near the military base I was stationed at and from there I do not remember everything what could have killed me? [##########] the thing that killed you was a Giant Beetle from your world's Mana apocalypse [Zack] who is there I get ready for a fight just in case [##########] you're kind would call me a system [Zack] wait really I thought those were only made up stories [##########] oh those are very real the people who write those novels have got information about them via someone sending it to them or it was the world sending out the information for various reasons and some people who write those novels were writing about their past lives without realizing it [Zack] that's a lot to take in... so all of those novels I read were real world's that's crazy to think about... now that I think about it what do you mean I was killed by a Giant Beetle and what the heck do you mean by Mana apocalypse and what the heck is your name [##########] I guess I will answer those in order you were killed by a Giant Beetle from The Mana apocalypse and the Mana apocalypse is what happens when a world without any Supernatural powers awakens Mana for the first time which results in explosive growth for plants and animals which turns some of the animals into Mana infused animals or in other words magical beasts and for the plants some of them become magical herbs and others become man eating plants or just dangerous in general and as for my name it's Supreme martial artist System or if you want a abbreviation it's SMAS but if you want to you can just call me Sam [Zack] that's a information dump... okay I guess I will call you Sam but I have two questions one I understand your A system but what are you and secondly I am already dead so what am I going to do [Sam] well it's hard to describe to your human brain what type of life form I am so I am not going to bother all you need to know is I am a living life form of sorts that will grow stronger with you that's the whole reason we systems attach ourselves to people like you is to become stronger and better unfortunately that has led some systems to manipulate their users and then kill them to take their power for themselves only to repeat it again [Sam] and as for your second question us systems have saved up energy to help reincarnate or transmigrate our hosts into other world's and as you can guess by what I am saying the older the system is the stronger it is which can give more benefits to The Host unfortunately I am a relatively new system I am not the youngest one but I am relatively Young in terms of system terms so right now I only have two functions one is to help you learn martial arts and combat/cultivation techniques faster and the second function is you can create new martial arts and combat/cultivation techniques based on your knowledge and previously learned martial arts and techniques heck you can even just improve the martial arts you have unfortunately like I've said previously I am relatively Young so these functions are not too strong but they can be updated by supplying the system energy [Zack] that's a even bigger information dump then the last one... [Sam] well let's not my fault the author puts too much detail into his story [Zack] hey stop breaking the fourth wall . . . I'm still new to this writing thing so if I make any mistakes please let me know if you have any suggestions for this story just let me know and I'll see what I can do goodbye

In bustling Seoul, aspiring fashion designer Jina Han’s life takes an unexpected turn at her cousin's wedding when she meets the enigmatic Hyunsoo, a billionaire with secrets of his own. As their paths intertwine, they must navigate family ties and hidden connections that could change everything. Will fate lead them to love, or will their pasts keep them apart?

When Seoul artist Eun-ji meets the enigmatic billionaire Joon-seok, her life takes an unexpected turn. Their worlds couldn’t be more different, yet fate keeps pulling them together in moments that feel too perfect to be chance. As secrets surface and undeniable chemistry ignites, Eun-ji and Joon-seok are forced to confront the question: is this love worth risking everything? "Fate’s Unscripted Romance", a slow-burn story of art, destiny, and a connection that defies all odds.

Dao lin, transmigrated to the Eastern overlord world where cultivators Rome free In his previous life where he lived with his abusive mother and was bullied in school chose to commit suicide and Trunsmigrated to the Eastern overlord world Not wanting to be weak anymore chose to cultivate and become invincible That's when daddy golden finger awakens the sign in system to give him a chance to walk this world as a unrivaled martial god After he reaches immortality he finds out that this system has missions but this mission's rewards are aimed at him becaming a righteous devil who kills without discrimination But Dao lin already unconcerned, except this challenge and became the strongest immortal great emperor And traveled the realm abuve spreading his name as a heavenly slaughter star "SLAUGHTER GOD'S DIVINE" ... Join Dao lin on his invincible path ...

Twenty-eight year old Delilah Sterling, has perfected the art of being a respectable realtor by day, and a professional gold digger by night. Delilah believes she has her double life under control. Her meticulously crafted life crumbles when she wakes up one morning with a wedding band on her finger, a marriage certificate on the table, and a sinfully gorgeous man claiming to be her husband. To make matters worse, he is broke and jobless, making her feel trapped in a surreal nightmare. Desperate for escape, Delilah demands a divorce, but the stranger—insisting he wants to stay married—thwarts every attempt. Frustration and confusion mount until Delilah hatches a new plan: she proposes they team up to con her next target, the elusive billionaire, Hunter Quinn. What Delilah doesn't realize is that her "broke husband" is actually Hunter Quinn himself. Billionaire CEO, Hunter Quinn, having discovered Delilah’s intentions to con him, had decided to outplay her at her own game. Hunter agrees to the partnership, and together they plunge into a high-stakes game of deceit. As they plot and scheme, the lines between pretense and reality blur. Their forced proximity ignites an unexpected chemistry, leading to moments of vulnerability and genuine connection neither anticipated. Caught in a whirlwind of deception, passion, and power plays, Delilah grapples with their growing feelings. As their con deepens, she must confront the ultimate question: Can she open her heart to love and trust again? ****Exerpt**** Delilah’s eyes darted to the marriage certificate again, the official seal glaring back at her. Her fingers itched to tear it apart, to make this nightmare disappear. But deep down, she knew that wouldn’t change anything. “I don’t remember,” she whispered, more to herself than to him. “I don’t remember any of it.” Blake nodded as if he had expected this reaction. “That is expected. You had a lot to drink last night.” he fished out a phone from the back pocket of his trousers, opened it. “Here, this is us celebrating, after we got married last night,” he said, showing her a picture. Delilah’s breath caught in her throat as she stared at the photo. It was indeed her. “How?” she whispered, her voice barely audible. “I don’t remember any of this.” “It was a wild night,” he said softly. Perhaps she had married Blake because he was wealthy. That would be the only logical reason for her to make such a blunder. There was hope, she thought, as she clung to the possibility of salvaging something from this disaster. Turning to him, she forced a smile, “Is this your house? Are we in your house?” She asked, looking around the bedroom. Blake shook his head, “No. This is a hotel,” he said, and she nodded. “I see. It looks like quite an expensive hotel,” she observed, “What do you do for a living?” she asked, trying to keep her voice steady as she searched his eyes for any hint of affluence. Blake hesitated, his confident demeanor faltering for the first time. He looked away, rubbing the back of his neck. “I’m... in between jobs,” he stuttered, avoiding her gaze. Delilah’s heart sank, disappointment crashing over her like a wave. “In between jobs?” she echoed, her voice tinged with disbelief. Blake seemed to sense her dismay. “I know it doesn’t sound great,” he said quickly, trying to reassure her. “But I’m working on a few things. I just need a little more time.” “You’re jobless,” she muttered to herself as reality sunk in. “How did you pay for this room? For the wedding bands?” She asked, and he winced. “I didn’t. You did,” he said, and she collapsed on the bed. (PS: Cover photo isn’t mine. Credit to the real owner)

Martial art has been integrated into a global known sport, with several martial art families competing for titles and to be called. G. O. A. T.  Tate, a young boy who decided to take the path of his late father, due to a tragic incident that left his mother in coma, having to provide her medical bills and also take care of his little sister, Tate started fighting in a local arena His dreams had always been to rise to the top, but he never got that chance, he had to undergo fixed matches just so he could pay the debts he owes, and his sister's school fees.  Just when everything seemed to be lost for Tate. This arrived... [.............. SYSTEM] With this power, Tate plans to claim the title of the Greatest Martial Artist Of All Time.

The story revolves around the aftermath of Asa's death, in his funeral where people gathered he watched as his parents weeped but from afar his classmate Yanami is staring directly at him.

"Raindrops fell over the two silhouettes remaining in the park. They leaned onto each other, providing a warm refuge that nullified the freezing water. The two girls allowed the tears of the sky to wash all their thoughts away, hands intertwined in the process. Love was the only console they had left." Adda has had an overall harsh and mediocre life, with controling parents and lack of meaningful friendships. However, pnce she meets Tania, her life starts changing uncontrolably, suffering a rollercoaster of emotions full of problems that will try to destroy her. Will she be able to find her way out of it? And what will become of their friendship?

In the quiet life they share, Maria and Ethan seem like any ordinary couple—until vivid, haunting dreams begin to unravel a love story neither can explain. The dreams pull them back to 1940s France, into the heart of World War II, where they see themselves as Marie, a brave young woman fighting for the Resistance, and David, an American spy embedded within enemy ranks. Each night, the dreams grow stronger, filling them with memories that feel intensely real. Maria recounts scenes of sabotage and whispered meetings in shadowed alleys, while Ethan recalls the weight of choices and a brief encounter with Marie on a bridge that neither can forget. Through their dreams, they realize that they’re remembering a past life—a time when they were caught on opposing sides of a brutal war, yet found themselves drawn together despite the odds. As Maria and Ethan piece together this love story across lifetimes, they uncover an unbreakable bond, one that defied even the boundaries of war. But the dreams also bring new challenges in the present, awakening emotions and fears that threaten to shake the life they’ve built together. Together, they must come to terms with a love that’s transcended time, where fate, duty, and sacrifice once tore them apart—and may yet have the power to bring them closer than ever before.

Deception at it's peak; a love filled with impurities, which stems from coincidence and circumstance. Beautiful and naive Louisa falls for sexy billionaire, Kingsley Wills, ignoring the precarious circumstance which forced her to approach him on the pretext of being Martha, Kingsley's childhood sweetheart whom he can only recognize with a unique handband. Their whirlwind romance ends in a tragedy but Louisa is already pregnant. Forced to keep the baby a secret, Louisa raises Liam alone, hiding the truth from Kingsley. Five years later, their paths cross again and Louisa must confront the lies and deception that binds them. Will Kingsley believe Louisa? Will their love triumph? or will the truth keep them apart forever?

When Maya Hargrove, a hardworking artist struggling to make ends meet, stumbles upon a job as a curator for the elusive billionaire Alexander “Lex” Blackwood, she unknowingly steps into a world of secrets and intense passion. Lex has everything—wealth, power, and charm—but he also has secrets, secrets he’d kill to protect. As Maya gets closer to uncovering his hidden past, she also discovers the man behind the mask. And when a dark figure from his past resurfaces, Lex must make a choice: guard his heart or risk everything for the woman who’s managed to slip past his defenses.

No fundo mais escuro da alma humana, onde a luz da razão não ousa penetrar, reside o amor doentio. Uma paixão distorcida, alimentada por sombras e devorada por demônios. A luxúria sempre fez parte da sua vida, pelo menos uma parte dela, Núbia mantinha uma vida dupla onde a insanidade era a sua maior arma até conhecer Taú Nkosi, um homem que escondia por trás de sua imagem imponente um lado sombrio e misterioso, envolto em segredos do passado. A atração entre eles era palpável, mas o destino reservava desafios e revelações que colocariam à prova não apenas o amor que surgia entre eles, mas também suas próprias essências. Não aceito adaptação, plágio é crime. livro recomendado p

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Melissa felt that her body is lighter than before. Anyway this is not my original body maybe that is why. She thought. That is not the case! A voice sounded behind her. Who is there, she asked turning around. There was no responses,. Maybe it was my imagination. She think. WRONG.. She heard the same voice again.. this time she is not hearing things. This voice is real.and why do I feel that the voice is inside my head?!! YOU ARE RIGHT... Melissa was loosing it. She shouted, who the f*ck are you?? The person behind the voice thought he has tease her enough and show his self. Melissa was shock! She was like: where did this fairy pop out from. She wipe her face, am I seeing things?. Because the person standing before her is too angelic. He has a deep sect eyes, Sharp eyebrows, long lashes, Sharp jawline and smooth fair skin with a delicate small pink lips. With his dark black hair, that castrated from his shoulder down to his lower waist. He simply look breathtaking. Words can't describe how handsome and powerful he look. Melissa look daze.. she was thinking ( is he even human)? The person in question was annoyed by her stare. Can you stop staring..? It's creepy.. Melissa came to her senses and snort. Don't be full of yourself. Do you think I'm staring at you..!? No.. I'm staring at the dirty on your face.. it's just too disgusting... she turn her head away. Mysterious man "....." What the heck.! You are too shameless . He said. I'm shameless? Huh.. do you look at your face?? It too dirty She snort. Although he knew that he has no dirty on his face, she look damn serious. He subconsciously check his self on the mirror.., and then.... Ah ..ah...ah...ah Fool you.. Melissa can't stop laughing. He Sigh.. In the thousands of years he has lived, no one has dare play trick on him like this. This is simply too much. *Cough*cough* He clear his throat, you don't want to know why I appear here..? He ask. looking mystical. Melissa stop laughing and look at him with a pensive gaze. She finally come to her mind. Mysterious man smile devishly. He has finally caught her. Hum. Melissa ask him. Who are you and what are you doing here, how do you get in here in the first place? I am your guardian ! Mysterious man smile devishly again. Melissa look stunned by the revelation. *. *. *. *. * All this while, mysterious man have appeared in his full form and was standing opposite her. Melissa was trying to stand up when she realizes that her legs were numb from sitting on her knees too long. It's was already too late when she try to adjust her body. She fall right into his arms . Mysterious man was stunned for a moment. Then he said, are you trying to seduce me..? With your poor seductive skill..?! He smiled; while Melissa gaze into his eyes, mesmerized by the sight. But that was soon over when she heard the last statement. She pushed him away and blush in embarrassment. _ but she soon fall back, because the man didn't borge from the push. Melissa "..." Is my arms that comfortable, he ask with a playful smile on his lip. Melissa was very embarrassed. This is pure torture. I can't even stand on my own. She Sigh. add the book to your collection to see new update.please leave comment and review. thank you for reading my book.

Sera and Samael are best friends who met under strange circumstances and have been through ups and downs together. A business opportunity brings the two closer than ever. Join them through this journey and learn the twist in this romance. The cover picture is not mine. I got it from Pinterest. All credit goes to the original artist.

{ deluxe hotel) Katherine woke up under the beautiful sunlight and her head hurt badly due to the large amount of alcohol she drank last night. She held her head tightly and grunt. Memories of last night flooded her head and she felt like hitting herself for what had happened last night. Bause her boyfriend cheated on her, she went to a bar and this was the result. A loud growl emerged beside her! It was the man she slept with. The sight of the man scared her and she quietly got out of bed, put on her clothes and quietly left without looking back....

Ｗｉｌｌ ｉｔ ａｌｗａｙｓ ｂｅ ｔｈｉｓ ｗａｙ? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ When the skilled and seasoned Assassin Ashley meets the seasoned spy Liam she instantly falls in love with him, but at this point she's just a barista at a coffee shop. But soon later their boss calls them into the office and puts them both into a assassination mission together, Liam still oblivious to her feelings for him made fun of her before the mission starts. But he will soon learn how skilled she is at her job, but how long will it take him to actually catch on to her feelings or even return them? I guess we'll have to find out. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Warning: This story may go into depth on somethings, if anything to do with gore may trigger you in some way then don't read!!! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ None of the art used is mine the credits to the cover art: Alina Iakunina, on pinterest ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Thanks for reading! Hope you enjoy and leave a comment! Thanks ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Buisness Casual Romance is a dramatic romance novel centered around Ethan Blackwood, a brilliant yet emotionally distant CEO, and Soo-Jin, a driven and talented young woman working under him. Both are deeply committed to their careers, with Soo-Jin leading a crucial project at Blackwood Industries. Ethan, burdened by a rare illness and a troubled family history, keeps his distance from most people, guarding his vulnerabilities. His strict demeanor and cold personality make him seem unapproachable, but behind this mask, he is struggling with personal demons and physical limitations. Soo-Jin, on the other hand, is resourceful, independent, and determined to prove her worth, balancing her professional ambitions with her personal struggles. As they work closely together, Ethan and Soo-Jin develop a complicated relationship that begins to shift from professional to personal. Amid growing attraction, they both grapple with their own insecurities and fears. Soo-Jin’s former lover, Min-ho, reemerges with obsessive intentions, fueling tension and danger, while Ethan’s rivalry with Jason Kim, another CEO who is also interested in Soo-Jin, complicates matters further. As these conflicts escalate, both Ethan and Soo-Jin must confront their pasts and navigate their feelings for each other while under the weight of external pressures, personal health challenges, and emotional scars. In the end, Hearts Under Fire explores themes of love, obsession, trust, and vulnerability, as the characters battle not only external forces but their own inner turmoil.

Traversing a parallel world and transforming into a girl, Lucy Anderson initially desired a leisurely life at home, indulging in food and drink. However, she never anticipated being summoned by her mother to participate in a romance show. Of course, it's all in jest; falling in love seems impossible, especially in her current situation. Yet, despite her protests, her mother insisted on her involvement, treating her like a child. Just as Lucy found herself in this predicament, a peculiar passive heart system activated. Suddenly, she became the center of attention for male guests, creating humorous scenarios for the show. The first male guest exclaimed, "I bought this coconut for Lucy Anderson." The second male guest eagerly asked, "Lucy, would you join me for dinner tomorrow?" Not only the male guests but also the female guests couldn't resist Lucy's charm. The second female guest gushed, "Oh, Lucy, I adore you! How are you such a great cook?" The fourth female guest remarked, "She's so kind and gentle; I wish she'd marry me." Dumbfounded by all the attention, Lucy turned to her best friend for help, asking, "What should I do? It seems like everyone is confessing to me." (Don't get married! Don't get married! Don't get married!!!)

In a world where creativity meets ambition, Gregory is a passionate artist striving to make a name for himself. At 25, he finds himself torn between the demands of a conventional job and the dream of living as a full-time artist. His life took an unexpected turn when he met Lila, a free-spirited 24-year-old who challenged his perceptions of success and happiness. As they forge a deep connection, Lila inspires Gregory to embrace his true calling, pushing him to explore the depths of his artistic talent. Alongside his best friend Max, a 26-year-old entrepreneur who believes in taking risks, Gregory navigates the highs and lows of the art world. Together, they encounter the eccentricities of the creative community, from demanding clients to supportive mentors. However, as Gregory's work begins to gain recognition, he faces the pressure of maintaining his integrity while also striving for commercial success. Meanwhile, they are guided by the wisdom of Mrs. Thompson, a 68-year-old art patron with a keen eye for talent, who becomes a mentor to both Gregory and Lila. As they embark on their journey, they must confront their fears, societal expectations, and the sacrifices required to pursue their dreams. The full-time artist is a heartfelt exploration of the struggle for self-identity, the power of friendship, and the relentless pursuit of one's passion in a world that often demands conformity. Will Gregory find the courage to embrace his artistry, or will he succumb to the pressures of a life he never wanted?

Life is funny, You thought you had escaped somewhere so far nobody would find you, But actually, you never escaped at all.

The story of a woman who tries to change her life but is controlled by a family member and forced to marry a man she hates The return of the couple's ex -lover disrupted the lives of Arisa and her husband Can their bond be dissolved with love and peace

THIS IS A SERIES OF MY THOUGHTS . THE INNER WORKINGS OF A LAZY ARTIST

The Artist with One Eye: A Vision Beyond Sight is a gripping blend of thriller, romance and science fiction. Taking readers on a journey of a young artist who uncovers dark secrets hidden within the prestigious Art Academy University.