CHAPTERS
At Yvonne’s repeated pleas, Ernel finally snapped. “If you keep this up, I’ll toss you aside and take Beth instead.” “What did you just say?” “You think I won’t? So quit being a nuisance.” Yvonne was at a loss for words in the face of his vulgarity. Ernel pulled her into his arms and said, “It’s all for us. We survived that brutal winter, didn’t we? We have to keep surviving.” All you have to do is pretend not to see anything. That line was so sweet, and…- 396.9 K • Completed
- Sensing the awkward atmosphere, Khalid smiled and ruffled his hair. “It’s alright. I’m not going far this time. I’m just doing some light maintenance work.” But even at his reassurance, Yudit’s expression remained stiff. Though the northern lands looked peaceful from the window, they were anything but. There were monster attacks, raids from barbarian tribes, and constant tension with neighboring countries. It was only two years ago that they’d nearly eradicated the…
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- “Why do you think the students aren’t attending classes, sir?” Schmidt gave a bitter smile. “They probably think education isn’t all that necessary. Life is harsh—it makes studying feel like a luxury.” “But… why do they feel education isn’t necessary?” “Because, in truth, it isn’t. Learning the language is helpful, sure, but not knowing it doesn’t keep you from getting by. Same with math. Foreign languages? Most of them live their entire lives in the Empire—no need…
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- “Haa…” Yudit let out a sigh as he collapsed onto the bed. His body felt stiff and sore, probably from sitting too long. The meeting had dragged on for a grueling six hours. Everyone had simply eaten whatever food was brought to the table and stayed focused on the discussion of building a new school. They all seemed deeply committed to the idea of education. Even two teachers who had just finished their regular classes joined the meeting. After reviewing the proposal, they offered some insightful…
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- Shane stepped forward, one hand resting on the hilt of his sword. The hallway, deathly silent until now, grew steadily louder past a certain point. Yudit quickly realized the noise was coming from the dining hall—laughter and crying, shouting and singing, the clinking of cups and the crash of dishes. Shane pushed open the door, alert. “Wahahaha!” “Drink up! Drink!” Yudit stood frozen in disbelief. The servants were laughing and carousing, drunk out of their minds. Their noses and…
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- By the time Yudit finished his work at the publishing house, it was nearly lunchtime. He handed Jayna two packets of cookies—one for her and one for her children. “Thank you, really… you didn’t have to…” “You always work so hard.” Jayna had mentioned she wanted to publish two of Bonin’s books first. Since they were also works Yudit had wanted to publish, he gladly agreed. “You’re leaving early today?” Jayna looked surprised as Yudit reached for his coat. “I’ve…
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- At the call, Yudit turned around. It was the child who had been fidgeting with the magic stone, clearly wanting to keep it. Among the commoners, the child’s blond hair and blue eyes stood out. Clenching his small fists, the child took a deep breath and shouted at the top of his lungs, “See you tomorrow!” His voice carried on the wind. Yudit gave a soft smile and waved. “Alright. See you tomorrow.” The child’s face lit up as if someone had flipped a switch. He kept waving until Yudit…
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- Yvonne was the one taken aback by the frank confession. “D-Do you really think writing is something you can just learn?” “Of course it’s difficult. But wouldn’t it be meaningful to show children growing up in a world where only men can be authors that anyone can write fun stories? And didn’t you say you originally wanted to publish under your own name?” “Who—Who said that?” “Selena mentioned it earlier. Said she’d heard it somewhere but couldn’t remember who told…
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Unfortunately, it was hard to reach Jeong Minchae that afternoon because there was a special schedule. Baek Mugyeong was about to send a message saying he had another appointment, but he pressed the call button instead. After a few rings, Jeong Minchae answered with a bright voice. – Mugyeong-ssi? “Can you talk now?” – Yes. “Three o’clock doesn’t work. I have another appointment. Let’s talk now.” – Really? Alright. Hold on a second. He immediately sent video call…- 281.3 K • Completed
- I kept thinking about how I never told Baek Mugyeong that I liked him. I should have asked him what the bracelet meant, and I should have told him to apologize. In the end, what I wanted was to see him again. “Ah.” I set the bracelet down and rubbed my face. The feelings that never died out burned like embers. They rekindled and died again and again, and that made my mind restless. I grabbed my phone from beside the bed and impulsively opened the messenger app. I stopped typing…
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