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Joy of Life

A family inclined to kindness and charity would grace the descendants. Thanks to one small act of kindness, by providence she comes across a grateful friend; Fortunate that her mother, has done an unperceived good deed…. Men should rescue the distressed and aid the poor… Who would have guessed that kindness in this world ultimately would be the road that one must choose, that proverbial fork in the road? Clouds of rain float on eastern winds as new vines start to blossom. Though drums of war roar too loudly and their brilliance has been lost, a green grass carpet greets the sun by the break of morning. Let us wait for the yellow leaves, a few gourds are harvested.

Forging an Empire with technical knowledge : oliver path to prosperity

In this medieval tale, we follow the journey of Oliver, a reincarnated soul in the body of a young nobleman. With his newfound knowledge of modern technology and a desire to bring progress to his medieval world, Oliver embarks on a mission to revolutionize his barony. After reuniting with his family and exploring his surroundings, Oliver presents his blueprints for the production of steel and the harnessing of water power to his father, Lord Harold. Impressed by his son's ingenuity, Lord Harold praises Oliver's efforts and recognizes the importance of steel for warfare. Meanwhile, Oliver's brother, Edmund, engages in romantic affairs with a commoner lover. Unbeknownst to Oliver, Edmund stumbles upon a secretive weapon exchange in the forest, prompting him to alert the guards and seek his father's assistance. While Edmund deals with the impending threat, Oliver focuses on his own endeavor of soap-making. With the help of his loyal servant, Thomas, Oliver purchases the necessary ingredients, including animal fat and iye (alkali substance), to create a luxurious soap called Eliza Soap. They meticulously follow the soap-making process, infusing scents of rose and lavender and packaging the soap in exquisite boxes. Excitement and anticipation fill the air as Oliver's inventions and entrepreneurial spirit bring hope for progress and prosperity to his medieval world. With the production of steel and the creation of Eliza Soap, Oliver envisions economic growth and the rise of a thriving industrial hub within his barony. As the stage is set for economic expansion, Oliver also senses the stirring of exciting times ahead. The looming threat of war and conflicts in the realm present opportunities for Oliver's barony to play a significant role in the unfolding events. With the combination of technological advancements and his strategic vision, Oliver seeks to position his family's fief as a key player in the wars to come. With dreams of economic success, thrilling battles, and the potential for growth and influence, Oliver eagerly awaits the future, ready to navigate the challenges and embrace the opportunities that lie ahead.

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Everything is fair in love and war

One male lead and One female lead ### Warning Mature Content. Not all stories begin with a 'once upon a time.' And not all of them have a happy ending. "They are coming. Run... Zagan, Run." I didn't want to leave her behind. I swear I didn't want to but what could I do? I am very young and helpless. Everyone in my clan has been wiped off the surface of the earth except this woman, Leah whom I considered my mother. This war has been going on for decades and my survival has been a miracle, a miracle that might not last. A book based on a historical setting with a boy named Zagan and a girl named Titan. Both were born with the inability to speak. Zagan, who is the third prince of the Leo clan is forced out of his clan due to a war that was waged against the Lynx clan and is the only survivor of his clan. He never felt the love of his father because he was born with claws and was locked up in a tower for twelve years until the war cleared his entire clan leaving him as the only survivor. He then embarks on a journey that changed his life forever. Titan is a smart eight-year-old child from the Lynx clan, leaves her parents and goes beyond the mountains to fulfil her destiny. Subsequently, she realizes that she once lived amongst gods and Amora the god of love and beauty, her best friend poisoned her due to jealousy and ended her life. *** This cover is not mine.

I am the prince of France

He was in France, had just entered the Palace of Versailles, and was still the Crown Prince. The only problem is that the current king is Louis XVI, and he will be defeated in two years... Since my father and ministers are unreliable, I must take matters into my own hands to rectify France! Let’s make some money first and solve the financial crisis that has plagued the country for hundreds of years. Then severely crack down on those nobles with evil intentions and plotting to seize power. Then they captured the church, which occupied a large amount of land, and gained it for nothing. Industry, technology, agriculture and commerce went hand in hand. I am the greatest crown prince of France! That year, Xiao Yingzi pestered the coalition forces to press the border, so I took his island directly. That year, I pointed my sword at the whole of Europe. I will definitely complete the great deeds that the emperor failed to complete back then!

Creating an Industrial Empire in 19th Century Parallel World

In a tragic accident, mechanical engineer Poul Nielsen and his best friend, civil engineer Jonathan Axelsen, are killed when a truck crashes into the coffee shop where they were hanging out. Suddenly, they find themselves transmigrated to a parallel world in the late 19th-century country of Avalonia. In this world, they'll need to work tirelessly to earn enough pennies to survive. But they won't settle for just getting by - they want to become the Edison, the Chrysler, the Rockefeller, the Carnegie, the Ford, and the Westinghouse of this new world. In a world without electricity, Poul and Jonathan decide to start an electric power distribution company. But that's not enough - they also want to build appliances and motors to make their business profitable. They see the opportunity to revolutionize ground transportation, and they start an automotive manufacturing company. They tackle huge infrastructure projects such as metro stations, skyscrapers, bridges, tunnels, and dams by starting their own civil engineering firm. They even invest in the arms manufacturing industry. But the road to success won't be easy. Fierce competition awaits them, as robber barons are willing to do everything to crush their competitors. Predator against predator, and government intervention. Poul and Jonathan must use all their engineering expertise and business acumen to navigate this treacherous landscape. Join Poul and Jonathan on their journey to become the wealthiest men in the world in a parallel universe where anything is possible.

I am the commander in chief of the navy...

Yamamoto Isoroku was present at the Imperial Conference that decided to start the Pacific War. However, his true identity is a history-geek middle school student who has been reincarnated from the future! A new Pacific War that will change the future is about to begin!