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The Imperial Master, secretly maintaining the balance of power across nine nations, holds authority far above the kings with unrivaled influence. Five years ago, to repay an old family debt, he married the eldest daughter of a powerful family and quietly helped her become a regional leader. However, on the day of her appointment, she, believing him to be worthless, divorced him. As the truth slowly came to light, she realized the man she had scorned was actually the most powerful figure in all the lands. Regretting her decision, she sought reconciliation, only to be outdone by a princess, leaving her with no way back and filled with remorse.

To outsiders, a middle-aged man appears to be a widower with an unremarkable job, looked down upon and constantly troubled by others. However, a hotshot business mogul unexpectedly claims to be his son and stands up for him. At the same time, an accidental encounter with a beautiful CEO leads to her relentless pursuit of him, providing him with support. Despite all this, the man remains indifferent because he has an even more astonishing identity that he has yet to reveal. When the beautiful CEO is forced into a family marriage, he exposes his true identity, using his immense wealth, connections, power, and influence to help her break off the engagement.

Six months ago, Jesse lost his best friend, Shane, in a car accident while he was driving Jesse to propose. Out of guilt, Jesse vowed to take care of Shane's wife, Nancy, and their girl, Joy. However, he took his promise so seriously that he even brought Nancy and Joy home. Nancy took this opportunity to step in their marriage as Jesse kept neglecting his wife, Zoe, even turning his back on her when she fell while being pregnant. Will Zoe continue to put up with all their abuse and manipulation, or will she see their true colors and pursue her own happiness? When you can’t get back what you’ve already lost, all you can do is to let go.

Gordon James left for a battalion the day after his wedding with Daphne Kirk. Seven years later, Daphne took their son Freddy to Gordon's camp to meet his dad. There she found out he got married to another woman in the camp. Conflicts with his new wife Flora and her mom Jane led to Freddy dying on the trip. Daphne swore to avenge her son with help from her father, Marshal Simon Kirk. Gordon killed Jane to win his powerful father-in-law's favor, only to get killed by Flora who then committed suicide.

For 25 years, billionaire tycoon Malcolm Lynch searched for the wife and son stolen from him. When he finally finds a lead on his son Calvin, he disguises himself as a poor construction worker to test his character, wanting to be accepted as a father, not as a billionaire. But Calvin's life is tougher than he imagined. Overworked, underpaid, and raising a sick daughter alone, he's been surviving with dignity in a cruel world. After witnessing the injustice his son faces, Malcolm quietly steps in, as he changes Calvin's fate from behind the scenes. From toilet-cleaning interviews to workplace humiliation, family rejection, and a stolen bride-to-be, Calvin fights his way back with grit and integrity. But when the truth is revealed that he’s the heir to Acria’s richest man, the entire village is left stunned. With love reclaimed, reputations restored, and enemies silenced, Calvin and Elisa finally get the happy ending they were denied.

Three years ago, Ralph Lucero was blinded and stripped of his powers by his master to learn compassion. Now, with his country on the brink of invasion by werewolves and vampires, Ralph reclaimed his position as head of the Apex Alliance and founder of the Night Legion. The key to invincibility was rumored to lie in marrying the Ice Saintess, Deena Sloan—his promised bride. Humiliated and ridiculed, Ralph must find a way to secure Deena's heart, restore his honor, and protect his homeland.

He, once the wealthiest man in town and a recluse, wanted nothing more than a simple life with his wife. However, due to his financial situation, she openly cheated on him. During this time, he met her, and together they dismantled her facade of vanity, ultimately finding happiness together.

In the South Empire, females rule everything, while males' status is low. Aaron made a living selling pork. He often faced humiliation from some powerful girls. The whole society looked down on men, forbidding them from practicing martial arts. Aaron still dreamed of fighting on the battlefield and defending the country. He practiced martial arts behind his mom's back. Then he participated in the Martial Arts Contest, gradually uncovering his own background. Actually, he was the Queen's son...

A wealthy heiress realized at her parents' funeral that her trusted husband and best friend conspired against her. In her anger and despair, she loses a child. Just when she thinks all is lost, a billionaire CEO extends a hand to rescue her. Three years later, she returns with a new identity and a stunning appearance, ready to make the unfaithful couple pay for their betrayal.

A wealthy heiress’s mother committed suicide due to her father’s infidelity. The woman her father had an affair with became pregnant and then gave birth to a child. She framed the heiress, which led to her father sending her abroad to study. Because of the mischief of her father’s mistress, the heiress had a very hard life overseas. By coincidence, the heiress met the male lead and had a one-night stand. Their relationship warmed up. With the help of the male lead, the heiress returned to her home country and began her path of revenge.