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Reborn at Nineteen, for the Girl Who Waited and Loved Me Quietly

In his forties, his life ended quietly and without drama, marked by missed opportunities, unfinished dreams, and a sense that he had always been a step behind everyone else—until the moment he collapsed and saw a stunningly beautiful woman holding his hand, crying with a tenderness that confused him, because he could not remember when someone had ever loved him so deeply. When he wakes up again, he finds himself nineteen years old, back in his first year of college, sitting in a familiar classroom filled with youthful chatter, bright futures, and a life that feels light enough to be rewritten properly this time. Along with his second chance comes something unexpected. A Fated Lover System, gentle and unobtrusive, quietly awakens within him, rewarding him whenever he spends time with, cares for, or simply pays attention to the one person destined to be by his side. And that person is not the popular girl, nor the campus beauty everyone talks about. She is the quiet, petite girl with long bangs who sits near the edge of the room, dresses simply, speaks softly, and somehow fades into the background—yet she is the same woman who, in another life, loved him patiently when he was struggling, ordinary, and unsure of himself. This time, he notices her early. This time, he walks beside her, studies with her, shares simple meals, and fills his days with small moments that slowly grow into something warm and steady, while the system gently rewards him for every sincere interaction, encouraging him to cherish what truly matters rather than chase empty success. As college life unfolds, he begins building a comfortable future through smart investing, small business ideas, and practical decisions shaped by experience, not desperation, creating a life that grows richer not only in money, but in peace, stability, and shared happiness. There are no villains to defeat, no dramatic twists waiting to tear them apart—only two people growing closer day by day, supported by a system that exists to remind him that love, once noticed, can be nurtured into something lasting and beautiful. This is a story about second chances, gentle romance, and a man who returns to nineteen—not to change the world, but to live a warm, fulfilling life with the girl who was always meant to be noticed.
Born_limitless · 197 Views

The Price of Her Name

Who is she in this life? A bride, a pawn… or just a substitute for someone who will never come? Rosy, a girl cast out by her own family, had her identity switched to be married into a noble household. A wedding with no invitations, no blessings only the cold binding from a man named Captian Anderson, the ruthless CEO behind the largest corporation holding the key to the entire banking and finance industry. Forced into marriage to save her family’s failing company, Rosy had no idea she was stepping into a maze of conspiracies, deceitful pasts, and chilling secrets no one had ever spoken of. She must live with a man rumored to be incapable of feeling, someone whose eyes reflect no emotion, yet always see through her as if he has known her for a very long time. Between love and control, trust and lies, Rosy has no choice but to stand up and reclaim herself, even when the love that begins to blossom may become the greatest threat of all. "To survive this velvet prison, she must learn how to make her captor love her to death." ... Umee say that: Hi there! First of all, thank you for the interest and for the enthusiasm. Truly. Every time I open my comments and see new invitations to add Discord, buy promotion packages, commission comic adaptations, or “have a quick chat,” I’m reminded that my story has somehow wandered into a very busy marketplace. That said, I should probably set expectations gently before anyone invests too much energy. I’m not looking for promotion services, paid advertising or commissioned artwork. Not because they’re bad ideas, just because they’re not ideas I currently need. I don’t have the budget, the urgency or the illusion that my story is secretly one step away from becoming the next global phenomenon. I’m very aware of where my work stands. It’s doing okay. Respectably okay. Not “adapt-everything-immediately” okay. My passion for writing exists but it hasn’t reached the stage where common sense quietly exits the room. I promise I’m not underestimating myself, I’m simply being realistic, which is a personality trait I’ve grown quite attached to. Another small but important thing: I’m not really interested in chatting, exchanging ideas, networking, or building creative alliances in private messages. I write best when left alone. I think best when no one is pitching anything to me. And I function best when my inbox is not screaming for attention. So if I don’t reply, please know it’s not personal, it’s just me choosing silence over small talk. That being said, if you’re genuinely curious about me rather than what I can potentially become or produce, if you want to see my everyday life, random thoughts, quiet moments and the unmarketable parts of my existence, I do have my Instagram linked in my bio. You’re welcome to follow it. No proposals required. No introductions needed. Just observation, at your own pace. I truly wish you the best with your creative work, your art, your promotions, and your ambitions. Creating something and trying to get it seen is hard, I respect that deeply. I just prefer to walk my path slowly, quietly, and without turning every interaction into a business opportunity. Thank you for understanding, for stopping by, and for letting me return peacefully to my writing corner, where the only thing I’m selling is words.
Umee_uuuuuuw · 39.4k Views

The Side Character's Guide To Survival

What’s the first rule of surviving as a side character in a reverse harem novel? Rule #1: Do not covet the male leads Rule #2: Do not overshadow the female lead Rule #3: Do not befriend the villains ~~ Having lived fifteen peaceful years, Xia Yingshu discovers the horrifying truth. She is nothing more than a miserable side character in a novel. Who can accept this?! To make matters worse, she is the female lead’s "plastic sister", pretending to be supportive while secretly coveting one of the male leads. The result? Xia Yingshu is abandoned by the female lead in a secret realm, dying at the claws of ferocious beast! To avoid death, she decides to use her knowledge of plot and absolutely follow the rule of survival! While the female lead is face slapping and seeking revenge, Xia Yingshu raised cute pets, played with trinkets, and indulges herself with all kind of funs. While the female lead risked her life for legendary treasures, Xia Yingshu grew her own precious herbs and flowers, travelled around the cultivation world, and witnesses rare sights. While the female lead entangles herself with various bigshots, Xia Yingshu.....well she befriended a beautiful boy who is polite, innocent, helpful, and even cooks her delicious food! But was he really as simple as that? ~~ In the dark of night, the boy stared disdainfully at the man who had dared to covet his treasure, now kneeling before him. He leaned over the unconscious beauty, caressing her eyebrows with careful, almost tender movements. His eyes, however, were wild, paranoid, and terrifying. A cold, almost crazy smile curved his lips. “Shushu is mine,” he whispered. “No one is allowed to covet her.” Xia Yingshu, pretending to be unconscious, swallowed. Good heavens! What kind of crime had she committed? Why had the innocent boy she picked up turned into a terrifying villain?! ~ Author's note: The credit for the cover image goes to its artist - Found on Pinterest. This is 1V1 , exclusive pairing. If you think it's not your cup of tea, please refrain from drinking:)
AutumnRoses · 93 Views

Where Fate Frayed; You Belong To Me Icebound Husband

Odessa Garrett had always been grateful to have a father who was there to defend and protect her from the cruel world until the inevitable took her only protector away. Odessa lost her adopted father at the age of 21 and that began a new phase of misery in her life. When she believed her life was finally having a good turn with her family, the unimaginable took her by storm. Her own sister, Maya, swore to destroy her reputation and when that failed to satisfy her, she vowed to get rid of her completely. Kidnapped and sold into slavery, Odessa wakes up to discover she was married to Adrian Macmillan–a handsome, hardworking billionaire who held a high position in his company where power was clutched by those desperate enough to chase it. However, things become complicated when she discovers she has Amnesia; a sickness that makes her memory lost. Ashamed of her current situation where she finds it difficult to recall her past achievements, she's afraid of losing everything she had worked for in the hands of these power mongers, including her family she had built with so much love. However, her greatest fear was her husband who now resented her for what she had become–for pretending to have lost her memory. In her struggle to find love in the arms of Adrian again, she encounters a bigger challenge, the truth that tests her determination and more importantly her heart. How will she survive this banter love where she claims her cold-hearted husband, protects all she worked hard to keep, and shields the terrifying truth about her? A truth that might take her position as Adrian's wife. Excerpt: ~ She was still in her daze when she noticed his eyes go down her body and quickly her hands fell on the towel wrapped around her chest, which was the only thing that covered her nakedness. But still, she felt stripped by those very eyes. "You must be my husband, Adrian?" She asked. Excitement bubbling. However, her questions were answered with a dangerous look that suddenly marred the man's face. "I must be your husband?" He scoffed loudly. His brows rose, furrowed to the point that it drew several angry-looking lines on his forehead. "What now? Pretending not to know what you are doing?" He now advanced towards her, keeping his eyes that now turned red locked in hers. A wave-like electric shock ran through her body as he ceased her on the spot with his dangerous aura. "You are pretending not to know me now, Wife?" ~ "Now, look at yourself and tell me, you still don't know what you're doing?" She shook her head, attempting to speak, but failed. "Now what? You're tongue-tied now?!" "I...I... don't know what you're talking about. I don't remember a thing." She shook her head. But it seemed her answer only enraged him the more.  "Goodness!" He spat, pushing her out of his grip. She stumbled backwards, falling on her butt, and whimpered as the pain shot through her. With tear-filled eyes, she looked at him, his eyes repulsively glaring down at her. Everything tumbled in her head, not understanding a thing. Why was he treating her like that? He's her husband, right? Why was he being cruel to her?
PenDora56 · 1k Views

INVISIBLE FIGURE

Shanum Asmara, a beautiful 20-year-old college student and orphan, lives independently after her parents passed away. She lives in Jakarta to pursue her education at a public university thanks to a scholarship she earned through hard work and intelligence, while her elderly grandmother lives alone in Yogyakarta, working on a rice farm. Since childhood, Shanum has been accustomed to facing life's difficulties, so she learned various types of martial arts from her grandmother, such as pencak silat, karate, and taekwondo, to be able to protect herself. While living in Jakarta, strange things often happened around Shanum. She felt that she was always accompanied by an invisible figure when she returned to her boarding house alone. When she was bullied by a college friend, the perpetrator suffered a mysterious accident. When she was almost kidnapped by thugs sent by the Rice Lord who wanted to make her his wife, those people also received an unexpected retribution that she couldn't explain. During her college break, Shanum returned to Yogyakarta and told her grandmother about all her experiences. From there, she learned a secret she couldn’t fathom with modern thinking: since childhood, Shanum had been protected by a ghost named Den Mas Alif Bhirawa. Who exactly is Den Mas Alif Bhirawa? Is he merely a guardian, or is there a deeper connection linking him to Shanum? And what is the true purpose behind his constant surveillance and protection of Shanum from the past until now?
Deameriawan · 10k Views