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[ALL CHARACTER 18+!] Kai’s life was nothing but pain and misery—until he decided to end it. Standing on a bridge, ready to jump, he never expected a stranger to intervene. But when they both fell into the icy depths, fate intervened. A mysterious system awakened, granting them both a second chance. Now armed with abilities he doesn’t fully understand, Kai is thrust into a world where justice isn’t black and white. With his newfound powers, he becomes a vigilante, saving those who’ve been broken by the world like he once was. But when his past comes back to haunt him, Kai must confront his deepest fears and darkest enemies, including the bullies who made his life a nightmare. As Kai's journey unfolds, he forms unlikely bonds, discovers hidden truths, and faces impossible choices. Will he rise above his trauma to protect those who depend on him, or will his hatred consume him? In a world full of crime, corruption, and second chances, Kai is determined to deliver his brand of justice—no matter the cost.

When Shen Xinghui, an ordinary young man, is suddenly transported to a fantastical world, he finds himself surrounded by incredible beings like Beast Man, Dragon Man, and even Demons. Struggling to adapt in a place where the rules of life, magic, and even biology are wildly different, Shen Xinghui must rely on the guidance of Ignatius, a noble Dragon Man. As Shen Xinghui learns about this world’s diverse cultures, powerful magic, and the ever-present mystery of how he arrived, he discovers that he’s not the first outsider to find himself here—and perhaps not the last. With no clear way back home, Shen Xinghui embarks on a journey to the capital of the Cindralith Kingdom, determined to carve out a place for himself in this strange yet wondrous land. Along the way, he uncovers secrets about the world—and himself—that will change his destiny forever.

After a night among the elite, she found herself in a novel, transformed into the vicious female antagonist. He was the villainous BOSS within the book, immensely powerful, cruel, and bloodthirsty, yet he doted on the heroine with unwavering affection. However... get lost, she was just a side character, could you please spare her! [The main story has concluded, please read with ease.]

She never dreamed that she would meet him in the bathroom and they... Five years ago, she betrayed him for some reason and chose someone else, which deeply hurt him and he swore to make her pay the price. After the reunion, he launched a fierce attack on her, while she tried to escape this emotional entanglement. However, the red line of fate seems to have already tightly connected the two. Through repeated interactions and confrontations, they gradually uncovered their past misunderstandings and got to know each other again. His deep affection for her remained, and she was gradually moved by his sincerity.

[Matured Content] Isadora Skaldwood was born a fae of impure blood “mannfae” deemed an inferior creation of the olden gods. However, at birth she was kissed by the goddess of light and blessed with the ability of a skin weaver, capable of healing any wound or affliction. Betrayed by her family, she's sold for gain and shipped across the world to a brothel, into the hands of a selfish businessman who exploited her abilities for years. Travelers come to this brothel not to lay with the rumored mannfae but to seek her abilities—the star price of the famous brothel in the countryside. But then everything changed when “He” appeared… Kraven Val Thrond “The Reaper” of the Raven Court, a terrifying warrior feared by those who dared to speak his name. Dangerously handsome with looks identical to a god, silver eyes like the crescent moon—but a mind dipped in madness. Isadora despised him, not just for stealing her away, but for thrusting her into his world of blood and chaos—taking her freedom just like everyone else does. He’s insane! But that’s only the cherry on top, his obsession is wicked. ~ (Excerpt) "You want to kill me and at the same time, you do not" Isadora’s features were stern and the cold look in her eyes almost forced a laugh out of him. She got more frustrated by his silence, choosing to insult him and be done with it. “Does a madman not know what to do with a mannfae?” “I can think of a thousand ways to kill you," Kraven replied in a velvety voice. "Like first throwing you off-board” Isadora's angry expression morphed into one of horror. “But that would be terrifying, wouldn’t it? Drowning in the dark sea, unable to breathe” he voiced as if he could vividly picture it—and him on board watching. "Tell me, Isadora" A cold chill crawled down her spine. "If I let you go, where would you run to, hm? I told you already this realm isn't kind to outcasts like us" "I'm not like you!" He chuckled lightly. "We're alike. What use could you be to this forsaken realm?" "What use could you have of me?" she asked shakily. “Oh love, I can think of many things but I’m not sure you’re ready… yet” ~ A/N: This is Dark Romance, don't expect a sweet ML! Cover is mine!

Cesare Traon Karl Erzet, the Imperial Commander-in-Chief. After three years of service in the war, he returned to propose to Eileen. Eileen struggled to believe that Cesare’s marriage proposal was sincere. After all, from the moment they met when she was ten, The affectionate man had always treated her like a child. “I don’t—I don’t want to marry Your Highness.” For so long, her love for him was unrequited. She did not wish for their marriage to be a transaction. Was it because of the long war? The man, who was normally cool and rational, had changed. His impulsive actions, his unbridled desire for her—they were all too unfamiliar. “This should only be done with someone you love!” “You can also do it with the person you plan to marry.” Eileen was intrigued by this change. And yet, the closer she became with Cesare… She discovered things that defied reason or logic. Eileen learned about her husband’s many evil deeds not long after. “I couldn’t even have your body, Eileen.” Everything he did was for her. He became the villain, only for his Eileen.

Alexandre stared at the man ... ' a marriage contract' and she replied " no i can't " ...........months later Alexandre held Nathan in her arms and looked at Nathaniel with lots of affection in her eyes as she whispered " I love you both"

“Lin Yunfeng! Stop right there!” Lin Yunfeng gazed back at the speeding figure behind him. Heart racing, he picked up speed and ran through the abandoned corridor. “You better stop Yunfeng!!” Ren Muchen growled loudly. The little brat was much faster than he had expected. “This is how you wish to face me after you fucking slept with me? Fine! Run then! Let’s see how long you can last,” Panting Lin Yunfeng looked back in panic. “I’m so sorry, it was a mistake. think of it as Stepping on shit. Please forgive me!” he placed a hand on his lower stomach and ran even faster. “Watch out!” Yunfeng gazed ahead in surprise. a half-rotten corpse stood in his way. He came to a screeching halt but the slippery floor made it hard for him to come to a complete stop. He fell unceremoniously face down on the ground. “Fuck,” The zombie jumped onto him with its mouth wide open. Its bloody saliva dripped onto his face. Yunfeng held his breath. He had read about this before but this was the first time he had actually seen an undead. It petrified him. ‘Is this how I die?’ “Growl,” the beast aimed at his neck precisely, Just as he thought his life was coming to an end, a long axe cut through the decayed neck of the Zombie. The heavy zombie fell right on top of him, oozing blood and puss. A hand grabbed him by his collar and lifted him up. “You are not dying, not today, not anytime soon...” Ren Muchen said with a nasty grin/ Yunfeng gulped. Muchen peered into his trembling black eyes coldly. “You know why?” because we are having a baby.” Yunfeng’s hand reflectively went into his tummy. “h-how do you know?” “You knew?! Yet you ran!” Muchen laughed coldly and shook him like a rattle. “Take responsibility you bastard, we created a life that day! “y-yes, I’ll take responsibility!”

Pregnant For The PlayBoy CEO Synopsis "I'm carrying his child," I confessed. "He despises you, doesn't care," she warned, her words cutting through me. "I know—I'm his mother. Leave now, or you'll suffer my fate. Trapped with a man consumed by his children and business, not you." … Reality changed for Hannah Cooper the second she realized she was pregnant. The one night stand responsible for this was none other than billionaire player, Jackson Miller. Soon to be CEO of his father’s company, he is tasked with the duty to prove himself by presenting responsibility away from his horrible reputation. Jackson, desperate to rule the company and collect his inheritance, convinces Hannah to act as the love of his life in front of his family, and later the media. With the tides turning and the secrets thickening, they find themselves in a fake marriage that carries not just the company’s fate, but Jackson’s heart.

Xalrion quien nació en una era de caos, aprenderá sobre lo difícil que es sobrevivir sobre este mundo lleno de caos. En el cual cualquier cosa es un peligro, desde monstruos, plantas, objetos y su misma especie. Un viaje largo y lleno de emociones, deberá entender su poder y como balancear todo el desorden dentro de su ser.

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.

Calia is one of the few magically gifted. Recently turned 19, she is forced to attend a magical academy by law and tradition. Betrothed to the son of a powerful noblewoman, she has no choice but to find a way out of her predicament. However, the academy isn’t as straightforward as it seems—devils lurk in the shadows. A special condition plagues her, requiring her to partake in sensual activities to ease her magic. Lewd moments ensue. This story contains many adult elements. Read at your own discretion. What to expect: Developing magic system Conspiratorial politics Sexy moments Lewd scenes Minor Xianxia elements Updates Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Qi Yu is a sharp-tongued CEO who stumbles into chaos at a construction site, where shady deals and unpaid wages are just the beginning. Enter Rong Xuelan, a determined single mom with a feisty spirit and an adorable baby, Dou Dou, who instantly adores Qi Yu. As Qi Yu juggles fixing the mess, bonding with the giggling toddler, and uncovering unexpected connections, he starts to wonder—why does this little family feel so familiar? A hilarious and heartwarming tale of unlikely encounters, hidden ties, and a baby who might just steal the CEO's heart!

Silver and Shadows In a world where supernatural beings are hunted without mercy, Armand Cain, a dedicated witch hunter, is dispatched to the misty town of Blackthorn to investigate a series of mysterious disappearances. Renowned for his unwavering dedication, Armand anticipates a straightforward mission. Instead, he encounters Celeste, a centuries-old vampire with a haunting beauty and a mysterious tie to Blackthorn’s enigmatic past. When Armand is ambushed by rogue vampires, Celeste intervenes, saving his life and forcing him to question the beliefs that have defined his purpose. Bound by a reluctant alliance, the hunter and the hunted join forces to unravel the dark forces behind the town’s turmoil. As they delve deeper, an undeniable connection blossoms, challenging their loyalties and blurring the line between duty and desire. Caught in a web of intrigue and danger, Armand grapples with his oath to destroy beings like Celeste, while she battles her own instincts to protect him. As a shadowy power threatens to destroy their fragile trust and the peace of Blackthorn, they must confront their deepest fears and decide whether their love is worth defying everything they’ve ever known or if it is doomed to end in tragedy.

My name is Void…that's it. I was named inside a orphanage, but that's not the reason I was named “Void” I was named Void because when I was a child they said my eyes were always empty like a void, and they didn't know what else to name me, so they stuck with it. But enough about my name, let's get into how I was transmigrated to another world. One day, I was in my apartment thinking to myself until I received a phone call. The person who called me was a coworker informing me of the news that everyone in town knew except me, of course. She said that a bright red light would shine from an empty alleyway, then disappear after 10 seconds. She also mentioned people have went missing and being spotted with their limps cut off in the same alleyways the red lights would appear. Now at the time I didn't believe a word she said, but I went along with it. It was probably some kids shining lights while bullying other kids, or just some type of stupid rumor created by some drunk idiot and a drug addict. Since I was around 16 years old, I always thought that I was missing something or that I didn't belong. It was the same feeling people get when you forget something, the second you think about it and try to remember. But this feeling soon disappeared when I encountered the bright red light, which I found out was a portal spawning in an alleyway. After entering the portal I felt as if I was finally getting what I was missing, and I was finally free as if I was a God stuck inside a human's body caged like a wild animal, but finally let out of the torturing cage. “That's right…on the day I made contact with the red portal, I became a God in the making but nonetheless still a God. KEKEKEKEKE…. I'm a God…a God made to destroy… The Voided God…”. Tags- Monsters, Gore, Selfish mc,

After living in hellish prison for 16 years, you're finally rescued. But what do you do when you soon realize that there is now a thread, a connection to the warden you've escaped from? BLURB: He could clearly see the way the water droplets ran down her back. The brown curls, almost black due to being wet, stuck to it, gave such an alluring contrast to her skin that seemed to glow in the moonlight. She turned, causing her ample breast to come into view. A single droplet hung precariously from a pebbled nipple. Was his eyesight always this sharp? It appeared like a pearl, begging to be licked away. He groaned as he could almost taste the cool freshness on his tongue before it was replaced with the heat of her flushed skin. Unzipping his jeans caused his member spring forth, drenched in the constant precum that flowed. Just the thought of sucking on her breast made him groan in frustrated desperation. He buried his face between the fleshly orbs. Biting and licking, he was pleased to see his marks on her skin. A fierce desire to possess came over him and even his wolf growled at the feeling. How is it that she smells even better that the soap she just used? Other Omegas used the same kind, yet their smell would cause his stomach to feel upset. Inhaling again, he pinning her against a tree. The same tree he was hiding behind before. Lifting her up, he devoured her lips while wrapping her long legs around his waist. Slightly bending his knees, he entered her in one deep thrust. She was hot and tight. So tight that if it wasn't for her juices, he wouldn't be able to move. Gripping himself tighter, his imagination became wild. Just thinking about her breathy moans or her screams of pleasure caused a shudder to pass through him as he came into the tissue he had thoughtfully grabbed. Why, why not just take what he so obviously wants? What's stopping him? If it were anyone else, he would have slacked his lust, had some fun, and moved on. The fact that this question ran through his mind without an answer was the reason for his pain.

The world ushered in an apocalypse. At first, it was humans uniting to drive away the virus, but bit by bit, they still couldn't hold on--a cure wasn't found until Ellis was the last human standing. Perhaps, the gods finally glanced to this abandoned world for the last time and took a pity to the last human creation they had and sent Ellis in a world different from her own. A world of swords and magic, in the body of an orphaned child. "Dad--" "I'm not your father." "Oh--then, you, could you please tell me a bed-time story?" Ellis-- now Ruth--'s mission in this world, is to be a perfectly normal child. Or so she dreamed. [Book cover is drawn by author.] Updates every Tuesdays and Fridays - [currently under editing]

The Creation... Where all Existence exist along with Non-Existence as interconnection to Existence, providing a aspects for such lead to maintain the balance of The Creation. A Existence contains everything that we had been see: A Galaxy, Universe, a theory of Multiverse, and so beyond. Thus all undiscovered truth still remain mystery, even infinite celestials bodies are just mere-aspect of it. All celestial entities even a God don't know what truth beneath the Existence. A used of system made by human to traveling the cosmos but to find the truth of it, but they only found nothing, clueless, yet they gone... With a strange phenomenon making human race fall into abyss, they gave up... Not until a guy born with a curiosity about the truth of The Creation, he'd read so many books that were actually a journey of a people whose traveled the cosmos, creating a hint for human to regain their strongest era. And the guy named Jonathan, standing tall in front of a strange yet massive ancient doors, along with a unknown symbols within the curve of the doors, filled with immense power that cannot be calculated or measure it. Jonathan realize there's puzzle to open this door and reveal something within the door, and so Jonathan goes venture to find the missing symbols, in his adventures he met Mary Carter, a young woman with a obsession of books that contains a information about the Cosmos, soon enough they become a friend, a partner for their own yet same goal. Along with a hint that in one of Mary's book, now they know where they needed to go; Indonesia, specifically Candi Borobudur where there's a book filled with a information that let the user capable to transcends a dimensional. That is one of requirements to find a puzzle of the Ancient Doors, and so they goes venture to Indonesia... But is their journey gonna goes smoothly? Or they get involved into something dangerous? Who's knows, but we'll see it soon...

Are Werewolves and Vampires real? Liam an ordinary university student suddenly had his view of the world shattered within 24 hours. His cherished grandmother was killed right in front of him by a monster. His best friend suddenly became a Vampire and nearly killed him due to the insatiable hunger of blood. In search for revenge, Liam discovers that he was a "Spec" - People with extraordinary abilities. When he tried to discover what he really was, he discovers that he had a split of himself living inside of him. A stubborn monster child that has his looks. "I spawned in a brainless human." The baby said shortly after he came to being. Trust me, the thrill is worth it!

On the day Lyla found out she was pregnant was the the day she decided to start stoke piling! after all she was bound by a system that was counting down to something! the apocalypse? maybe but the thing is when the count down reached zero.. she.. she was transferred into a other world.. felled with damn dogs!

Renessa finally returns to her home after eleven years, only to find that things have changed. Her father had remarried a woman who seemed to hate her to death. Her stepsister, who looks like an angel, occupies her room and successfully snatches Renessa's position as the best child in her father's heart. No, she was never the best daughter in her father's heart. Her father never wanted her and hated her. Even the man's hatred for Renessa sometimes made Renessa question her true identity. But behind it all, the reason for Renessa's return was to find out the whereabouts of her mother's grave which only her father knew. Her father seemed to have prepared everything to throw her and the memory of her late mother out of the house. But don’t call her Renessa If she doesn't come home with a secret weapon in her hand. She has full rights to all of her mother's wealth which made her existence like a stubborn stain amid her father's harmonious family.

For twenty-four years, Daphne believed she had it all—a loving husband, a successful career, and a son she adored. But beneath the surface of her perfect life lay a web of lies, betrayal, and a secret so devastating it could destroy everything she held dear. When Daphne overhears a chilling conversation between her husband, Stephen, and Rosie, the impoverished student she had generously sponsored, her world shatters. She learns that the child she carried and raised as her own is not hers by blood, but the product of a twisted scheme orchestrated by the two people she trusted most. Determined to protect herself and reclaim her life, Daphne devises a plan of her own—one that will exact the ultimate revenge. As the years pass, Daphne plays the role of the devoted mother and wife, biding her time. But when her son returns from studying abroad, the truth finally comes to light in a dramatic public showdown. With her assets transferred and her family turned against her, Daphne must confront the ultimate betrayal—and reveal the shocking twist that will leave everyone reeling.

Penjahat adalah orang yang melakukan segala macam kejahatan terhadap tokoh utama. Dia bertransmigrasi sebagai 'Sung Eun Yul'. Tapi masa lalu sudah lewat, dan dia harus hidup bahagia bersama anaknya. Saat menjalani kehidupan baru, dia menghadapi Kang Ha Joon, tokoh utama novel, yang tiba-tiba muncul. "Sepertinya aku pernah mendengar suaramu di suatu tempat. Pernahkah kita bertemu?" Kamu mendengarnya dengan baik. Inilah Omega yang menghabiskan malam bersamamu. Dia tidak bisa mengatakan itu! Dia mati-matian menghindarinya untuk mempertahankan kehidupannya saat ini. Kang Ha Joon terus tertarik padanya, yang bahkan tidak terlihat di karya aslinya. "Aku akan melakukan apa pun yang kamu inginkan, jadi beri aku waktu tiga bulan." Meski jaraknya semakin sempit, dia mengusulkan untuk tinggal bersama selama tiga bulan. Tentang persyaratan terbaik untuk melunasi sisa hutang. Akhirnya, Sung Eun Yul menutup matanya dan menerima tawaran Kang Ha-Joon. "Aku menantikan hari esok."

Seperti yang kita semua ketahui, Departemen Obstetri dan Ginekologi di Rumah Sakit Jihua, yang berafiliasi dengan Universitas Kedokteran A memiliki dua wakil kepala dokter yang tidak sependapat. Sejak tahun pertama kuliah hingga lulus doktoral dan kemudian hingga pelatihan dan evaluasi gelar profesional, Jiang Xu dan Sheng Fangyu telah saling bertarung dan menggagalkan. Itu seperti kasus id, 'kalau kau tidak membunuhku, aku akan membunuhmu', 'kau dapat nilai 96 di ujian, aku akan dapat nilai 97 di ujian'. Pada akhirnya, mereka bahkan jatuh cinta pada gadis yang sama. Namun siapa sangka bahwa sebelum keduanya sempat bertengkar, gadis itu menggandeng tangan pacarnya dan benar-benar mengaku di hadapan mereka? Dua pria heteroseksual, yang telah berselisih selama tiga bulan karena gadis itu, telah menghancurkan tiga pandangan dunia mereka. Kedua musuh bebuyutan itu duduk untuk menenggelamkan kesedihan mereka dalam alkohol dan dalam kebingungan, entah bagaimana bersama-sama di tempat tidur. Setelah itu, Jiang Xiu bangkit sambil memegangi punggungnya yang hampir patah. Pikirannya meledak selama setengah menit, dan dia dengan tegas memutuskan untuk melupakannya. Namun, tiga bulan kemudian, dia melihat laporan tes u**ne, menyentuh perutnya yang menghilang, dan menatap dirinya di cermin dengan rasa tidak percaya. “Ugh—”

In a world of opulence and treachery, Seo-yeon is torn between two powerful men: for example, the rather enigmatic Joon-woo and, the other hand, frisky and self-sufficing Hyun-soo. when secrets are revealed and people change their allegiances, Seo-yeon needs to play the game and understand who she should pursue and whose man she should steal. is she going to emerge unscathed with all these upheavals or will she sink in the pools of her conflicts?

The night the stars died, Upon the skies darkest time, God lay herself to pass in a crypt. And from her fear, born Of hatred and revenge, God's body became a being of apocalypse. Two siblings were created in God's final moments- One Who Remembered, and One Who Didn't. They had a rivalry, as most siblings do, as their existence relied upon the others eventual demise. The One Who Remembered stayed upon their Mothers Burial Grounds, and The One Who Did Not was taken far away. But when the pair unknowingly reunite, The One Who Remembers goes by a new name, and The One Who Does Not has lied about their own. When God died, she created fear. Now, that fear has a form, and is more then ready to resurrect her. Even at the cost of the very Planet that births their bones in the first place. Content- Necromancy Religious Trauma Religious Brainwashing Dead children Dead brothel workers and a dragon. (I actually Painted the cover myself while on holiday from uni! Acrylic on Canvas, very fun!) (Will get back to writing over the weekend!)

[COMPLETED] Phoenix’ husband of five long years, Ace Carter Greyson, demanded divorce on the night of their fifth wedding anniversary simply because she can't bear a son. She begged him to stay but his firm decision was unbendable so she finally let him go. Her life was even more shattered after she discovered his long time affair with his secretary, and now, the mistress was pregnant. Just months after their divorce he married the impregnated secretary. Phoenix's world suddenly turns upside down when she discovers she's four months pregnant.

[Warning: This book has mature content. No Rape] "I know it was just a mistake," Melody said, her voice tinged with regret. "I'm not really looking for anything serious at the moment, so last night was just a moment of fun. I hope you're on the same page and we can just let it go, pretend like it never happened." And with a heart full of shattered pieces, she left him. Melody Brynleigh is just an ugly duckling despite her rich dad. She has been reproached and humiliated by other people because of her look. But she knows what she wants out of life and nothing is going to stand her way. Going from unpretentious beginnings to become a dream chaser at the Xicorra Corporation, her work has been her whole life. She has no time for dating let alone getting married! Out of her plan, a night of forbidden passion with her brilliant and passionate billionaire boss, Morgan Blodwyn, the man she hates the most in her office. Fate had other things in store, however, she must accept the fact when she finds out that she is pregnant with Morgan's baby! The trouble is that Morgan is her younger sister's fiancé and they're getting married soon. How will this explosive couple finally devote their love to each other or will everything end in disaster? Join them on a wild journey of love, betrayal, and redemption, as they navigate through dark alleys, dangerous encounters, and the treacherous underworld, unraveling the depths of their characters and the impact of their choices. [Disclaimer: This book is a mature content as it has some intimate and passionate scenes that explore the romantic relationships between characters. Even though these scenes are significant to the story and the characters, it is important to note that they are shown in a tasteful way and are not meant to be detailed or unnecessary. This book is mostly about the mental journeys of the characters and the problems they have to deal with. Those who might be sensitive to this kind of material should read it with care, and it is best for mature readers] This story is purely a work of fiction and is the product of the author's imagination. Some names, characters, places, and incidents are the product of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual events, locales, or persons, living or dead, is coincidental. *** Your supports in power stones, gifts and golden tickets as well as some reviews are highly appreciated. Thank you. @Cover design and all character images by the author with AI generated image. Find me in IG @Karensiarose Discord @Karensia

(Rebirth + Business warfare + Pampering spouse + Dog food) Investing today? I've got more important things to handle. Financial crisis? Not my problem; anyhow, I won't be losing money. Huh? This stone of yours is pretty nice, wait for a call at home! Xiao Ming closed the door, turned around, and took out a fist-sized diamond: "Honey, let's grind this into a ball for the kids to play with!"