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☆ Ceae walks at night on the beach, totally depressed, feeling alone and guilty but she could not expect that by raising her eyes to the sky, she would have a warm encounter...

Not long after the draig vanished from the continent, Crown Guard Commander Alexander is sent to investigate a sharp drop in taxes. While lost in the remote town of Estrisen, he meets Klain... A strange man who calls him by a nickname and insists he’s been waiting for him. Beneath Klain’s hood, Alexander glimpses something impossible: a draig’s horn. Curious and cautious, Alexander considers recruiting the magic-wielding Klain for the crown guard. But as their connection deepens, long-buried memories begin to resurface, tying the two men together in ways neither expected.

A certain middle-aged man, Saito Kenji installed a mysterious smartphone app \"異世界創造のすゝめ\" (Isekai Souzou no Susume, \"Guide to Creating Another World\"). It was a game in which you could freely manipulate planets, lives, tribes, eras, and all sorts of other things. However, as a result of being transferred to the world on the screen through a new function, he found himself able to travel back and forth to Japan! You can explore and time travel in other worlds, and the different abilities you get can be used either way and use dimensional storage. And you can take things and people with you as much as you want…! “Hmm, this is an adventure you have to have, isn’t it? I’m busy resolving problems in two worlds and leveling up in between. Occasionally, he gives an oracle to cause the other world to shake violently, or tames a nine-tailed girl with tuna mayo–? The life of an Ex-salaryman with an “anything goes” God life START!

The "Parallel Minds" skill, designed to improve Kumoko's cognitive abilities, disastrously backfires as the four distinct "minds" fragment into four separate entities as an unanticipated consequence. Each entity develops its own idiosyncratic persona, resulting in a series of bizarre and comical predicaments.

Egret, an expert in the use of elemental forces, spent his whole life in the company of spirits as humans shunned him for his immense power. Upon his passing, he is reincarnated as Prince Judas, ostracized for his introverted nature and small stature. Accompanied by his trustworthy spirits, Egret enrolls at the prestigious academy Ruvar-H, where he sets out to improve Judas's standing by making new friends. However, with threats from his previous life lurking in the shadows, will this renowned sage be able to thrive in the world of mortals?

Despite assuming a more mature appearance after her transformation, Ran remains unfamiliar with the dangers lurking in the world beyond. Her encounter with wealthy bachelor Otaro Mikado raises the question: will he prove to be a friend, or a foe? Additionally, the series now includes six supplementary chapters: Volume 3: "Ume, Momo, and Sakura: We're Doing It Again Today" Volume 4: "Magical Doctor Becchin-sensei and the Kurobane Group's Current Affairs" Volume 5: "The Polka Dot Bath Time of the Girls" Volume 7: "Shizuka's Wandering Diary at That Time: Everyone's Heart is Not Here"

Chapter 32 in Naver's 2023 Rookie Short Story Collection (2023 루키 단편선).

In an era of turmoil where the Empire seeks to expand its territory, a peerlessly beautiful woman stands alone against a vast army. Golden, lustrous hair. A slender waist with perfect curves. —Her name: Rosemay Darksaint. In truth, she was once known as the “Ugly General,” famous for her stout figure and unrivaled martial prowess in the kingdom. Though despised by her fiancé and left for dead, she was the legendary female warrior resurrected by a god’s whim! Having lost everything, she was driven solely by her pride. “Did you think dying once would change my resolve to protect the weak?” Her determination touches the hearts of even rogues and enemy generals, with some volunteering to serve under her. As rumors spread, she eventually catches the eye of the Empire, her homeland’s nemesis—? With no intention of relying on her beauty, the spectacular heroic tale of a woman who confronts and topples nations head-on begins!

In an old, isolated castle in the south of France lives a tiny witch named Lulu. When she meets a man named Camillo, Lulu's everyday life begins to change little by little...

Once a princess of the now-defunct Cedentaria, Lady Edilene was renowned as the "Perfect Lady" and the daughter of the Marquis. Despite her desire for her homeland's revival, she assumes the identity of the "Perfect Lady" and is surprised when Prince Schwartz proposes to her. While this prince appears ideal, he harbors information regarding the individual responsible for Cedentaria's downfall and demands something in exchange for revealing it. Edilene finds herself at the mercy of the malevolent prince's machinations. What will be her fate?

While sipping his evening beverage, a man was unexpectedly transported into the body of Liam, the fifth son of a nobleman from another world. Reveling in his newfound powers, he spent his days effortlessly mastering coveted magic, specializing in attribute-based spells, refining his abilities in summoning spirits, and acquiring impressive familiars. He eventually even conquered the most challenging of spells! Determined to secure his independence from his family's inevitable decline, he embraced the life of an adventurer. As time passed, surprisingly, instead of merely becoming one of the world's most skilled magicians, he effortlessly ascended the aristocratic hierarchy.

Elaina's heart skips a beat every time she reads The Adventures of Nike, a compilation of tales authored by a globetrotting witch. Driven by a desire to explore the enchanting world depicted in the book, she endures rigorous training and overcomes countless obstacles to become a full-fledged witch. Now one of the youngest and most skilled practitioners of her craft, Elaina embarks on her personal odyssey. Despite undertaking this voyage alone, she discovers that the world is a vast and varied place. In no time, she encounters charming individuals who quickly become her confidants. Yet, she also encounters countries that are unwelcoming and hostile. Nevertheless, as she documents her own magical memoirs, Elaina embraces each enchanted experience with open arms.