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When a lone stranger meets a familiar face, it's anyone's guess who'll be the first to reach for their gun.*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

Betrayed by the Emperor, Leon Thorne, the Prince Regent of the Solarian Empire, reincarnates as a timid high schooler. Shedding his cowardly shell, he crushes the bully Chad Keller and meets Elise Mercer, a classmate identical to his past-life fiancee. After destroying her cursed necklace to dispel its dark magic, he settles the debts of his gambling brother, Jared Thorne. When the Sanctum, including Dexter Cross, targets the Mercer fortune, Leon unleashes his Prime Grandmaster powers. He obliterates their assassins, dismantles the syndicate, and wins the loyalty of Riverton's wealthiest man, Edward Langdon, ultimately redeeming his past regrets.

Hannah gave up everything for her fiancé, only to be brutally betrayed and abandoned in the States. Desperate to stay, she flash-married Alex, the "street thug" she accidentally saved with a single kiss during his escape. Passion ignites as Alex shields her from her vengeful ex and every threat. As their new life unfolds, Hannah starts to realize Alex might be more than just a street stranger...

A young woman saved a billionaire's grandfather, and they ended up getting married as arranged by the old man. However, when her bestie discovered the woman was a missing heiress, she plotted to steal her identity...

Forced to abandon his martial path for a scholarly life, Sean was betrayed by his fiancée, Luna. Her harsh words, "My husband must be a general, not a weak scholar!" ignite a fire in him. With his dignity shattered, Sean vows revenge. Leaving the scholar's life behind, he rises from the ashes to conquer the land and reclaim his destiny as a legendary general. No one can stop the man who's destined to rule.

Single mom Maria escapes abuse and fights to protect her daughter, Judy. From factory struggles to elite schools, she faces enemies, family betrayal, and unexpected love. When billionaire Levi enters her life, everything changes...

After World War III, Arthur Morgan is reduced to scraping by in the chaos, surviving on scavenged goods while being bullied and robbed by former high school classmates—until a chance discovery of alien technology changes everything. He rescues three women who become his wives and sets his sights on using this power to rise as the King of the Wasteland.

A once-privileged heiress, now facing financial struggles, steps in for a friend at a blind date with a wealthy second-generation tycoon to cover her mother's mounting medical bills. Aiming to sabotage the date with her unappealing antics, she is stunned when her plans backfire, leading to an unexpected marriage!

The whole Faxon Village is waiting for the National Exams' results at the ancestral hall. But Mason and his daughter can't get in because of a baseless report. Not only do they face baseless bullying from villagers, they also receive countless slanders from their own family. However, when Janet reveals her final scores, the whole village is in shock!

Our iconic enemies-to-lovers is back and better than ever! Go behind the scenes of Taming My Bullies 2 and discover how Meg's signature look comes together. Cam also gives the inside scoop on filming some of the shirtless swimming scenes, while the director breaks down the inspiration behind key shots and what it really takes to bring this story to life.

Elliot and his fiancée Betty were getting married. But Betty cheated on him and carried his brother's baby. Elliot felt very frustrated. But Betty still wanted to marry him and take away his house. Elliot rejected her and chose to marry a rich heiress, Amelia. Betty thought she got a successful career on her own. Actually, it was all Elliot's credit. In the end, Betty regretted it and tried to win Elliot back, but it was too late. Elliot was in love with Amelia...