the diner in pulp fiction

The Crossroads Diner

Eric Fong’s relationship with his family hasn’t been great ever since he came out of the closet, but he owns a dim sum restaurant that’s quite successful, and he’s happy at least one aspect of his life is proceeding smoothly. Granted, his life would have been much better if he had a boyfriend because then he wouldn’t feel quite as lonely. However, overall, he’s satisfied with his life. Benjamin Wen is the owner of The Crossroads Diner. Eric thinks Benjamin is cute, and something about the owner of the diner is intriguing. Most importantly, Benjamin prepares food that tastes identical to the ones Eric’s late maternal grandmother used to make for him. There are other aspects of the diner, such as the strange customers who gawk at Eric and only stare at their food and drinks instead of enjoying them, that he considers to be fascinating. He visits the diner night after night, hoping to solve the mysteries behind its existence. Along the way, he finds himself falling for Benjamin. But Benjamin is hiding quite a few secrets from him. Things Benjamin seems unwilling to reveal. Can Eric and Benjamin’s relationship survive in spite of the secrets? Or are they destined to go their separate ways?

Casper Graham · LGBT+

The Slipgate: A Portal Diner, Monsters, Harems & Special Forces Marine

[Special Forces Cook] + [Monster Girls] + [Base Building] Marcus thought he left the war behind when he hung up his rifle and picked up a spatula. All he wanted was to run a quiet roadside diner, grill the perfect burger, and forget the things he did in the service. But the front door of his diner doesn't open to the parking lot anymore. It opens to Everywhere. Now, Marcus runs the only neutral ground between warring dimensions. His regulars aren't truckers—they are Elven fugitives, Orc mercenaries, and arcane royalty. They come for the coffee, but they stay for the absolute sanctuary. The House Rules are simple: Pay your tab in gold or blood. No fighting inside. Break the rules, and you answer to the Chef. But keeping the peace is hard when the war follows you home. It’s even harder when "Sanctuary" comes with complications. Marcus finds himself caught between Eira, who holds a magical "Skybond" claim on his soul, and Pearl, who has staked her claim on his body. And they aren't the only ones trying to enter the kitchen. What to Expect: Ex-Military OP Protagonist: Marcus is ruthless, competent, and lethal. Kingdom Building: Upgrading the diner, managing resources, and expanding the territory. Harem with Conflict: Multiple love interests with complex claims (Skybonds vs. Consummation). R-18 / Mature: Heavy violence and adult themes. NO SYSTEM: Real skills, real grit, realistic management. No blue screens. WARNING: No one 17 and under admitted.

XariomX · Fantasy

The Diner

A mysterious man has come to Spirit Falls. Does he have something to do with the new diner, or maybe the disappearance of the town's mayor? Sheriff John Darkman needs to find out the answers to both questions. Noah Graham is also curious about the mystery man and the new diner. Then he meets the man, Arik Dalca, who offers him a job as a waiter there. When the mayor reappears and begins to sicken, John and Noah discover the real reason Arik has come to town. Shocked and horrified, they are drawn into what is happening in their town. In the process of trying to stop the horror, Noah begins to fall for Ewan, one of Arik's team members, and John is drawn to Arik himself. Can the four men -- and the town -- survive what is to come?

Edward Kendrick · LGBT+

Diner of a Returned Hero - [Ver.English]

Characters Choi, Kyeongho 35 years old, his looks are somewhere in between normal and handsome. His temperament is stiflingly dull. He is very much content with whatever is given to him and is also subtly thoughtful of others. Possesses power that can even match the Demon King. Albino Real name is Carnis de Rufs. Kyeongho nicknamed him albino. Pet of the Lord God and the Guardian. He is the one who established the awakening system to protect the Earth. Possesses unexpected aegyo and clumsiness. Synopsis Kyeongho returns to the Earth after 10 years of protecting the world of the spirits from the attack of Evildom. But it turns out that Earth has been attacked too? Can Kyeongho, who dreams of an ordinary life working at his mom’s restaurant, save the world from the monster attack?

IPPRIME · Urban

Nameless Pulp

Acquiring actual skills, interests and ideals... Is a hard task! How can you make sure, that everything you do is not an absolute waste of time, leading to less than nothing? Therefore, the main character of the story, the man affectionally called 'Nista' a name that, essentially, has no meaning, and "No meaning" is not the meaning of it either, obligates himself to nothing, aside from Visual novels! Reveling in his unemployed and severely uneducated life-style, refusing to go outside due to its dangers, the comfort of his life is challenged: unless poor Nista finds an actual job, his parents are going to stop sending him all the needed funds to slack away! So, o great' hero Nista... Can you depart on an adventure so dangerous, to seize the roots of a profession!?

CursedBladder · Urban

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