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  • 《어둑시니: 그림자를 먹는 아이》 EODUKSINI: The Boy Who Eats Shadows by rumpapotter
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    《어둑시니: 그림자를 먹는 아이》 EODUKSINI: The Boy Who Eats Shadows Joseon, 1590. In a secluded mountain village, an ancient ritual is performed every year to keep something buried beneath the mountain asleep. For generations, the villagers have obeyed one rule: Never answer when the mountain calls your name. But on the night Han Do-yun turns seventeen, the forbidden mountain bell rings for the first time in years. A strange creature appears beneath the moon. It knows his name. And it claims that Do-yun possesses something that was never meant to belong to him- his shadow. As forgotten rituals awaken and an ancient presence begins moving through the forest, Do-yun discovers that his birth was connected to a secret his grandfather took to the grave. A secret involving 어둑시니, a mythical darkness that has waited for centuries. Some legends are meant to be remembered. Others were buried for a reason. And some shadows... do not belong to the person standing beneath them.
  • 𝕿𝖔 𝕮𝖆𝖌𝖊 𝖆 𝕾𝖎𝖗𝖊𝖓 || KTH by Vtasticwriter
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    She hates him for the throne he stole, and he hates her for the secret she keeps. Taehyung is the Usurper King, and Princess Miran is the only thing standing between him and absolute power. When he razed her kingdom to the ground, he thought he was ending the Royal Min bloodline. He was wrong. Princess Miran is a Siren, a creature the history books claim was wiped from existence. The Usurper keeps her locked in the dark, desperate to find the Dragon Breath's Stone. He thinks the relic will grant him control over the world, but he has no idea where it is. He has no idea that she is the only one who knows its price. Every time he enters her cell, the air becomes heavy with hatred. "I have conquered everything I wanted, Miran." he whispers, his cold gaze promising death, "Your kingdom, your lands, your people. Do not think you are the one thing I cannot break." She lets out a laugh. "Is that what you tell yourself at night? That you were smart enough to cage a siren? You're not my master, Taehyung. You're just a man with a ring and a death wish." They are playing a deadly game of secrets, and only one of them can survive.
  • The Poisoned Peony" (독모란 by Deltastage
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    Synopsis In the cold, rigid world of the Joseon Dynasty, two sisters of the fallen Chae clan walk vastly different paths born from the same poverty. Eun-jo, the elder, possesses a gentle heart, resilient spirit, and an extraordinary gift for courtly embroidery and medicinal botany. Seol-ha, the younger, harbors a poisonous jealousy that festers in the shadow of her sister's grace. Fed by their mother's cold favoritism, Seol-ha makes it her life's mission to destroy everything Eun-jo touches-from her reputation and first love to her very peace of mind. When Eun-jo overcomes years of hardship to marry Lord Min Do-jin-a wealthy, righteous Royal Inspector-she builds a life of warmth, prestige, and family. But when a destitute Seol-ha arrives at the grand Min estate begging for shelter, Eun-jo's mercy becomes her ultimate mistake. Driven to madness by the sight of her sister's stolen paradise, Seol-ha orchestrates an unforgivable betrayal under the guise of reconciliation. But in the halls of the Min clan, death is not the end. As red peony petals fall and dark shamans whisper in the shadows, a quiet vengeance awakens-one that will shatter a household and demand a final, blood-steeped reckoning.
  • Royal Thief by Ansheyuki28
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    "I was born Peasant, but will I die like a Peasant too?" Royal Thief SYNOPSIS :/Historical:/Romance:/Drama:/ This story takes in the Joseon period where there's a young woman born on the Streets and survived the hardship of living alone. Thus always treated as a street rat by stealing sums of money and food from civils. A nimble and fast thief who helped the other poor, orphans and bums who were abandoned in the streets. But her daily routines were ruined after stealing something precious from a strange man at the bar who enjoyed watching Gisaeng's performance. Her life as a thief who always breakthrough the walls has been trapped by a bigger and tough wall where she can't escape. •|MLS Club|• Writer: Ansheyuki28 Proofreader: Anshe Artist: Tricia (Cover) Anshe (Editor) Typesetter: Del Text Editor: Anshe Teaser Video Editor: Anshe
  • Push & Pull by ohhliv_
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    A Eunuch catches the emperor's eyes, his small delicate features, more pleasing to him than the barren queen's, or all of the concubines within his palace. The emperor takes the Eunuch under his wing and has him by his side at all times. Promising each other to live their life with purpose, will it end well?
  • The Universe against Us(Jikook Oneshot) by Bangtanying
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    "And then their eyes met. Maybe the earth stopped, maybe the stars crashed, but they were lost . So far away ..so so far away...." Started: 29th June 2021 Ended: *ongoing* 𝖭𝗈𝗇𝖾 𝗈𝖿 𝗍𝗁𝖾 𝗉𝗂𝖼𝗍𝗎𝗋𝖾𝗌 𝗂𝗇 𝗍𝗁𝗂𝗌 𝖥𝗂𝖼 𝖺𝗋𝖾 𝗆𝗂𝗇𝖾 . Ⓒ︎Ⓡ︎Ⓔ︎Ⓓ︎Ⓘ︎Ⓣ︎Ⓢ︎ 𝗍𝗈 𝗍𝗁𝖾𝗂𝗋 𝗋𝗂𝗀𝗁𝗍𝖿𝗎𝗅 𝗈𝗐𝗇𝖾𝗋𝗌. Have fun reading !
  • The Crown Beneath Lilac Snow {라이락 눈 아래의 왕관} by M_P4iii
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    Two crown princes. Two rival kingdoms. One love that defied time, betrayal, and death itself. In the mystical Joseon-inspired realm of Gwanju and Nariheon, Crown Prince Haewon is the valiant heir of a cold, militaristic empire-disciplined, dutiful, and bound by the weight of a kingdom cursed by the loss of its sacred crown. Across the border lies Crown Prince Soha, a blind, delicate soul hidden away in an artful, secluded court. When they meet as children near the forbidden borderlands, neither knows the true depth of the blood feud between their kingdoms-or that their hearts would become entwined in a love destined for tragedy. Over the years, their secret meetings bloom into a forbidden romance, hidden beneath plum blossoms and moonlit glades. But everything shatters when Haewon is commanded to reclaim the cursed crown-still in Soha's possession-at any cost. When the soldiers descend, arrows fly, and the blind prince is mortally wounded, Haewon must make the ultimate choice between duty and love. He returns triumphant, crown in hand... and a grave in his heart. Centuries later, in modern-day Seoul, powerful CEO Choi Seungho has everything-wealth, prestige, and influence-but he feels hollow, haunted by dreams he cannot explain. Until the day he stumbles upon a blind young artist named Han Kyungmin, painting scenes he should never know. With lilac eyes and a soul too familiar, Kyungmin is the reincarnation of the lover Seungho lost long ago. As the past awakens in brushstrokes and tears, the two must decide whether this lifetime can offer them the peace their souls have never known-or if history is destined to repeat itself. The Crown Beneath Lilac Snow is a sweeping, emotional journey across eras and empires-woven with tragic romance, tender intimacy, and the timeless truth that some souls are meant to find each other... no matter how long it takes.
  • Reign of the Resolute: The Independent Queen of Joseon by iseeFineshytt
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    In the Joseon era, amidst a backdrop of tradition and expectation, one queen dared to defy the norms and carve her own path. Follow the remarkable journey of Yi Eun-hye, a woman of unparalleled independence and resilience, as she navigates the complexities of court intrigue, political challenges, and the looming threat of war. With unwavering determination and strategic brilliance, she transforms from a mere consort to a legendary ruler, leaving an indelible mark on history and inspiring generations to come. "Reign of the Resolute: The Independent Queen of Joseon" is a captivating tale of courage, leadership, and the enduring power of one woman's unwavering resolve.
  • Crown of Lies by rinaamaz
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    In the Joseon kingdom, nothing is as it seems. Park Yunseo never asked to stand near the throne. She never asked to be seen, chosen, or remembered. Disguised as a commoner, a quiet man with no name crosses her path-gentle in his words, heavy with secrets. She does not know he is a king bound by duty, nor that his heart will become her greatest danger. Prince Ha Jun smiles easily. He speaks of loyalty, of friendship, of fate. Behind his warmth lies ambition sharp enough to cut a crown in two. Queen Mina wears silk and sorrow in equal measure, carrying a secret that could shatter the palace walls. In a palace where truth is forbidden, Can love survive the lies?
  • Two White Roses by stephaniekim_snsd
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    An unbreakable bond, an everlasting friendship. This is a story of how friendship doesn't depend on anything but itself, and how true friends never let you go.
  • For Life by EXOLSONES
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    "Never gonna let you go Giving you my heart and soul Because you're my everything in life, for life Oh even if I'm born again, I can't be with anyone but you I only want to look at you forever. I only want to look at you forever For life" Love? How does love feel? How can I love? There are many questions roaming in my mind. All about love and falling in love. All of us had our moments of doubt about falling inlove, other's say it made them feel happy, while others oppose this. I'm curious of love, I want to know everything about love. "Love is not about how many days, months or years you've been together. Love is about how much you love each other every day" →♥←→♥←→♥← →♥←→♥←→♥←→♥←→♥←→♥←→♥← Kim Taeyeon as Queen Taeyeon Byun Baekhyun as King Baekhyun Jessica/ Jung Sooyeon as Princess Sooyeon Kris/ Wu Yi Fan as Chinese Prince Yifan Kwon Yuri as Consort Yuri Kai/ Kim Jongin as Prince Jongin Gong Seungyeon as Lady Seungyeon Lee Jonghyun as Hajime/ Prince Jonghyun Yura/ Kim Ahyoung as Princess Ahyoung Hong Jonghyun as Prince Jonghyun Irene/ Bae Juhyun as Princess Juhyun Mino/ Song Mino as Mino Park Chorong as Princess Chorong Mark Tuan as Soldier Mark Im Yoona as Lady Yoona Suho/ Kim Junmyeon as Prince Junmyeon Oh Hayoung as Court Lady Hayoung Jeon Jungkook as Prince Jungkook Victoria Song as Dwejebi Songyi Nickhun as King Jungsoo
  • [COMING SOON] Time Heals | BaekHera by zeirera
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    In the modern day time, Byun Baekhyun, a descendant of a rich household, had set his lifetime goal to be the world's greatest archer. Even though his grandmother disapproved of the idea, he still continued to pursue his dream. While on the journey to become the best, he met Zi Hera, who was already the best fencing athlete. She was so mysterious that Baekhyun experienced the most uncommon: seeing his previous life and how he died. *** [!!!]This story also contains of EXO members, but not as often and important as the ML:SHR. Date started (published): 180529 Date finished:
  • 수정꽃 Crystal Flower by dynamicduo__
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    "I'm King Yi Seojin's only child. A young Princess. Hidden in the Gyeonggi palace from the sights of people. Wishing to go out to feel the breeze of the cool wind, make friends and smell the sweet colorful flowers in Gyeongseok-do. But.. I wasn't accepted by many for a reason I am not aware of. The whole Ministry never wanted me to be part of my father's reign, making me feel like they wanted to get rid of me. So, the King hid me inside the palace and with this situation he became very protective of me, as I am his only precious child... his young princess. Time flies and it has always been known that a King must pass his throne to a great man with wisdom and strength to protect his people and the country. Unfortunately, I am a princess. The whole body of the state of council were against my father's plan.... Until a bloodshed flared up in the whole Gyeongseok-do.." -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Angela Yeungwing as Jooeun Park Yoochun as Prince Seunggi Lee Yubi as Aeri Kim Jaejoong as Yongseok ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
  • BENEATH THE MOONLIT HANOK by African_Dan
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    Set in the quiet beauty of Joseon-era Korea, *Beneath the Moonlit Hanok* is a deeply emotional tale of forbidden love, family duty, and the quiet rebellion of the heart. Lady Hae-won, a nobleman's daughter bound by tradition, meets Jin-seo, a humble scholar teaching within her family's estate. As they secretly fall in love, their bond grows under the shadow of a society that forbids it. When Hae-won is promised to a powerful lord, she faces an impossible choice-follow the path laid before her, or risk everything for the life and love she truly desires. With courage and sacrifice, she escapes into the unknown with Jin-seo, building a new life far from the walls that once confined her. Years later, forgiveness finds its way home, and the hanok that once held silence now echoes with stories, learning, and love passed down through generations. *Beneath the Moonlit Hanok* is a celebration of quiet strength, the beauty of choosing love over fear, and the red thread that ties two souls across distance, time, and tradition. -
  • Maybe i am Who i want to be by bumblebee322
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    A normal girl whose world is surrounded around fantasy drama, finds herself in one when she unknowingly enter through a forbidden door, but unlike what she fantasizes, living in a fantasy is much harder than she thought... As she find ways to return to her normal life, she encounters life threatening danger and a possibility of a love life.... Will she make it back home?
  • Love in the Moonlight : A Different Tale by Andrianna2016
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    After the rebellion, Hong Gyeong Nae lived as a dead person all for the sake of his daughter, Hong In Ha, his world. In Ha, a curious young girl strays off from her home premises and runs into the Baekwon Group. With no where to go In Ha finds herself growing up with her family, the rebels who are more than eager to raise their leader's child as their own. 10 years later she runs into a handsome young man. Having started on the wrong foot In Ha does her best to ignore the self-centered, narcissistic, unbelievably brattish pratt but certain events cause them to meet each other again and again. What happens once In Ha realises who he is? More importantly once he realises who she is? The story of two individuals who weren't meant to be but at the same time fit each other perfectly. A destiny that had no predetermined course. A relationship that was bound to have severe consequences to both parties if made public. A secret that took place in the Joseon Era, more specifically, in the residence of the Crown Prince and the uninhabited forests of Joseon. A love between two mortals so great, that it deserves a novel written about it. And here it is 'Love in the Moonlight.' Highest rank #710 in Historical Fanfiction (Hope you enjoy_)
  • Through His Mirror by stayyystraykids
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    An ordinary university student working part-time at an antique shop discovers an extraordinary handheld mirror-one that bridges time itself and leads her to an unexpected encounter with a king from the Joseon dynasty.
  • DUST IN THE WIND. by missvelley
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    *。DUST IN THE WIND ✧* A webtoon artist goes back in time and finds her one true love, a royal asshole from the Joseon dynasty. Joseon dynasty ERA FIC FRKLEDSOO © 2020