During the military dictatorship of World War III, Major Dohan of the 1st Special Abilities Brigade, “Black Horse,” defects from Yeongamdo, an island facility that... more>> trains human weapons, with the help of his brother. <<less

Team Leader Yoon Taehwa of Esper Team 1 learns that Han Suryeon, the captain of Kasatka, Russia's largest guild, has entered Korea. ... more>>

The Center discovers that a key figure from a terrorist organization is behind the prey he is chasing and requests cooperation to eliminate them. Contrary to expectations that it would be resolved within a few days, the situation gradually becomes more complex.

"I am six years younger than you, Team Leader, so please go easy on me."

Despite the complicated circumstances, Han Suryeon maintains an ambiguous attitude unrelated to his purpose.

"Only if you behave nicely will I treat you well."

Yoon Taehwa finds it irritating that Han Suryeon shows interest in him, even though he isn't his guide.

Despite Han Suryeon's puzzling behavior, Yoon Taehwa remained unfazed...

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[Excerpt from the novel]

"I'm being quiet now. Waiting for Team Leader’s praise like a dog."

Yoon Taehwa frowned at the word ‘dog.’ Not only had he never treated Han Suryeon like one, but he couldn't understand why he suddenly referred to himself that way.

"It seems my Suryeon doesn't fully grasp what it means to be treated as a dog by me yet."

His low voice echoed through the quiet hallway, contrasting sharply with his silent footsteps, which betrayed no trace of his presence due to his skillful concealment. Amidst this, faint sounds of labored breathing and dragging footsteps could be heard.

"Will you show me?"

"You're curious?"

"Well, if it's only towards me and not others, then yes..."

For a moment, Yoon Taehwa had to wonder if Han Suryeon deliberately laced his words with suggestive undertones, or if he was just overthinking things.

"For example, in bed?"

Han Suryeon himself effortlessly cleared up any unnecessary contemplation. Instead of looking baffled, Yoon Taehwa let out a low chuckle.

"Ah, so you want to be treated like a dog in bed?"

A black leather-gloved hand reached out to caress his pale face. <<less

Rensley Maelrosen, the prince of the warm southern kingdom of Cornia, disguises himself as a woman to take on the role of Duke Gezell Jivendad’s bride in place of his missing sister. He embarks on a journey to the northern land of Aldrant, where an icy chill, both in body and soul, awaits him.... more>>

“In the end, you did ask me to save your life, didn’t you?”

Arriving in the northern land, abandoned by the royal family, Rensley faces the unfamiliar extreme cold that freezes not only his body but also his emotions.

The warmth of the people in this harshly cold land, akin to grass finding its place in unexpected places,

and the indifferent affection of Duke Gezell, who orchestrates a fake wedding ceremony,

cause Rensley’s heart to blossom uncontrollably.

“After the journey is over… I hope you come back.”

Even with the clumsy confession of the young Duke, conflicting emotions arise as Rensley, who loves him, must depart.

“I love you, Your Grace.”

In Winterfield, the coldest land on the continent where all the warmth in the world gathers,

there is someone who welcomes him with a comforting embrace. <<less