This novel should be called "Guts on Display," born from a dream where the abdomen is split open by a scalpel. The intestines, meant to produce excrement, spill out brain matter instead. Amoebas writhe and dance, supernovas explode, giants paint on Jupiter’s surface, and aliens hungrily gnaw at genetic chains.... more>>

Among garlic pork, rivers of vodka, and acid rain made of colourful pills, people march through urban towers wearing astronaut helmets. A steel-crafted dancer, unable to find its eyes, turns to its customer and says, “Amitabha.”

And the Buddha replied, “Love me if you dare.”

It’s hard to say what this piece is describing. It has the surrealism of a circus, and so that's what I'll call it: Circus Literature. <<less

The first time Ling Changye laid eyes on Xia Bai, all he could see was the captivating absence of his cerebrum. He couldn’t fathom how this man had managed to survive through the horrifying games.... more>>

It wasn’t until he got injured in a game, looking like he was about to kick the bucket, that Xia Bai unexpectedly emerged. His beautiful eyes gazed sincerely at Ling Changye and his tiny Adam’s apple quivered as he discreetly swallowed some saliva.

“May I have your corpse?”

Ling Changye: “?”

Xia Bai tilted his head, and behind him, a group of corpses materialized, staring at them with eager eyes. He asked politely once more, “May I have your corpse?”

Ling Changye fell silent.

———

Xia Bai and his companions found themselves locked in the morgue by other players. A ghastly wind rustled the white shrouds covering the room full of corpses.

Companion: “My heart is racing.”

Xia Bai: “Mine too.”

They exchanged a knowing glance. Companion: “On the count of three!—Run!”

“Ahhhh!” The companion sprinted towards the exit, eyes wide with fear.

“Ahhhh!” Xia Bai excitedly dashed towards the corpses, his face flushed with excitement.

“……?”

———

Xia Bai was thrust into a terrifying game.

System: [Scanning completed. Player’s soul skill is related to corpses.]

Xia Bai, who frequently dug up corpses and treated them as family, shifted his eyes guiltily.

System: [Player shall be known in-game as the Corpse Collector. Your skill is ‘The Living Dead’. We hope you can become a responsible corpse owner.]

As time passed, the number of corpses trailing behind Xia Bai grew. Most were players who had perished in the game. They entrusted their skills and bodies to him, protecting him, accompanying him, unconditionally believing in him. It was then that he truly understood the original intentions and lifelong responsibility of being a corpse driver.

As his grandfather had once told him, “Miles I shall roam, to send all home.” <<less

On the day when interdimensional pollution began and the world started to transform, Pei Ran slept until 1 PM and thought about ordering takeout.... more>>

Grabbing her phone, a message was prominently displayed.

To be precise, it was a picture.

The content of the picture was:

【Attention! From now on, please do not speak, and do not send any text messages to others. Only picture communication is safe. I repeat. Only picture communication is safe.】

【The silence begins.】

Pei Ran: ?

Pei Ran: ??

【Pei Ran, Silencer Number 1593】

【The world is silent, only your voice drives me forward through the mire】

Pei Ran looked at the message for a long time, then carefully sent a picture of beef noodles to the owner of the noodle shop she frequented.

She earnestly photoshopped a big red cross over the cilantro. <<less

A miracle doctor was exiled to an alternate savage world and forced to change his scummy ways!... more>>

Yan Mo's soul was transferred to another world after he had thoroughly offended God. He quickly understood how cruel the world he was in was.

The reason he was hit unconscious by a primitive man and brought back to his home was to be that man’s winter food reserves. The tribe he was in was a super spartan primitive tribe, and the people here only respected two things: Combat power and fighting ability! The former was the fighting power in battles, the latter was…

……

Examine illness? Chinese medicine? Drink those bitter sandy things? The hell is that? Are you trying to mu*der our tribe’s warrior? Die!

Plant wheat? Raise pigs and chickens? We are warriors, not s*aves! Die!

Teaching the women to make clothes and cook? Make them soap and perfume? F*ck, he’s actually seducing our women! Die!

You’re a messenger of God? Here to lead us to a better life? Very well. We’ll give you one day, conquer all of our enemies, make them into sl*ves and bring them back. If you can’t, you’re dead!

Yan Mo: “……” <<less

A heroine character is added to the world of So I'm a Spider, So What?, featuring a double protagonist story with an original heroine-type MC and Kumoko.... more>>

— While absentmindedly listening to a class, a sudden sharp pain and darkness struck.

Upon waking, I had become a monster that looked like a moss ball.

Even as this Mossball (Kokedama) faces despair and madness, it pushes forward, struggling to survive a harsh world alongside a certain spider.

At the end of their journey, the two of them will reach the very essence of existence. <<less

Cosplayer Liu Mang accidentally crosses through time and arrived at the Eastern Han Dynasty wearing Aries Gold Cloth. (Saint Seiya!) He arrived on top of the walls of XiaPi right when it was about to fall to Cao Cao.... more>>

“Don’t kill me bro; I’m not working for boss Cao!”

“Hey! You’re slashing the wrong person! Boss Lu’s underlings are there! Not me!”

He accidentally saved Lu Bu who was tied up by Song Xian. He accidentally became the son in law of Lu Bu. He accidentally changed the history of the Three Kingdoms period.

When aluminum cast Gold Cloths are worn by generals like Zhang Liao and Gao Shun during the Eastern Han Dynasty, glistering on their bodies… When the soldiers in the camps are sporting mechanical crossbows… When crossbreeding of rice plants appeared on Lu Bu’s territory…

Liu Mang knows that a world belonging to Lu is coming. <<less

By the time I realized it, I had reincarnated into another world.... more>>

I kept sleeping, and at some point I became a Demon Lord.

Even though I never wished for it.

But for me to not have to work, this world is the best. It must be true that good things happen to good people.

The flavor of Sloth is as sweet as honey. Glory, diligence, virtue, or honor. I have no interest in anything like that.

What’s there to hide? The Lazy king is… none other than me. <<less

Apocalyptic Rebirth in a Space-Time Setting: Surviving in the Face of Natural Disasters in the Apocalypse: Typhoons, floods, extreme cold and heat, earthquakes, tsunamis, insect plagues, acid rain...... more>>

After struggling for survival for three years in the apocalypse. Jiang Ning tragically dies, only to be reborn three days before the apocalypse strikes again. Taking advantage of the opportunity, she takes back her space and starts hoarding like crazy.

She buys, hoards, and takes back the loyal pet that saved her in her previous life.

Sharpening her knives, stocking up on supplies, settling scores with scoundrels and villains, and repaying them with both enmity and kindness.

When disaster strikes, she wields her blade in one hand and pets her dog with the other, facing the morally corrupted apocalypse with her determination <<less

There was no light in the dark of night, only war drums sounded and war cries shouted. A young man listened carefully. It was his heart beating and blood flowing. ... more>>

What lies hidden in the darkness ahead? Is it a man, a god, or…a monster?

No path could be the best, for infinite are the journeys possible underfoot! <<less

Two high school boys, suddenly forced to confront life and death—WELL portrays their intense bond of love and hate. HOPE tells the story of Tamura, a college student who becomes the leader of a group of survivors, exploring his hopes for survival, his inner struggles, and the ethical dilemmas he faces. Together, these works weave an unusual coming-of-age tapestry set in a post-apocalyptic world, blending BL themes with science fiction.... more>>

This edition also includes a brand-new short story written specifically for this volume, depicting what happens to the characters after the events of HOPE. <<less

The tale of Oliver.... more>>

An orphan boy from a Mine in 19th century Europe, filled with Magic. <<less

Originally, he was a slow, clumsy, ordinary person. After an accidental death, he inherited the remnants of the infamous black dragon king of another world,... more>> Tananoen. This world is still very ancient; the various races don’t even share a common language, technology is nearly nonexistent, and the culture and systems are extremely primitive. Time passes quickly, and I’ve witnessed the continent’s development, the rise of humanity, the spread of magic, and the emergence of a unified world language. As I’ve grown stronger, I’ve traveled far and wide, met many people, and left my mark on history. In the blink of an eye, I’ve become a being from the ancient era. How many of the people I once knew are still alive? This is the perspective of an immortal species… <<less

Welcome to the world of cultivation, full of dreams and hope!... more>>

With effort, you too can someday become an immortal sage who has achieved eternal life!

Until then, keep going strong! <<less

As a high-risk individual, Ye Sangsang received an invitation to the beta test of the holographic game “Criminal Files.”... more>>

As a game known for its high degree of freedom, high adaptability, and extremely realistic simulations based on real criminal cases, its beta release garnered significant attention.

As a condition of the beta test, she was required to livestream her gameplay.

Delicate, beautiful, and silent—these were the words often associated with Ye Sangsang.

As a game that had captured the nation’s high expectations, many were baffled when they saw Ye Sangsang.

This was quickly followed by ridicule.

“Someone like her playing from the criminal’s perspective? The victim would probably turn the tables on her.”

“Is she going in as an investigator? A beautiful but useless burden?”

“The victim escaping alive? Don’t make me laugh.”

But as the cases progressed, Ye Sangsang gradually left the audience in awe.

“The criminal!!! Oh no, lock her up, I’m terrified of how she kills!”

“Investigation? Come on, can you guys keep up with Sangsang’s pace?”

“The victim! Ahhh, what a bloody battlefield!”

The livestream chat, once filled with skepticism, eventually overflowed with admiration.

Some even began to suspect that she might actually be a high-intelligence criminal herself.

It wasn’t until later that Ye Sangsang’s holographic crime scene simulations helped solve one real-life case after another.

Audience: ???!!!

Ye Sangsang, facing the camera: Please note, I only perform once.

[Reading Tips:]

1. This story is set in a futuristic, fictional world with holographic crime simulation games. Everything is virtual, so please do not draw parallels to reality.

2. Some parts of the story may reference real-life cases. <<less

※This work contains gore, dubious consent, and tent**les. Please be aware of these elements before reading.... more>>

"That hurts!"

At that moment, the tentacle wrapped around his ankle tightened. Crack. His ankle twisted at an unnatural angle, bone piercing through skin. The human couldn't even scream, only gasp and choke out pained breaths.

Perhaps surprised by the man's unexpectedly fierce resistance, or perhaps for some other reason, the tentacle seemed bewildered. It retreated slightly, writhing as if trying to communicate. Not stopping there, the other tent**les holding Baek Taeho also recoiled, cringing away.

Soon, the tent**les filling the room began to slither out like eels. Even as they retreated, they stayed pressed close to the walls, as if trying to avoid touching him.

*

"How can something so small be alive?"

"What?"

"It's amazing that you have fingers, and that your tiny belly holds all your organs and your heart."

"......."

"Creatures that live less than 100 years, wriggling around and talking…" <<less

Gu Bai always believed that the s*upidest thing he had ever done was listening to his bestie’s words of becoming a stallion genre novel writer. Directly following was the most frustrating thing that he had ever done, changing the previously decided upon moral, smart, healthy youngster into a big boss…... more>>

In the end, he discovered that the consequences of changing the original plot were more serious than he expected.

After meeting the pe*vert he wrote himself:

God Damn! He eats people ah! At this time the cannibalism I wrote can be replaced with “eating human beings” right?

In short, this is a story about a dumb author who wrote a cannibalistic story which started as a stallion story, who in the end was unable to escape the whirlpool of destiny (not really). <<less

The Taoist genius girl, Qing Li, was captured by the terrifying world to participate in a survival game.... more>>

The ghost creatures wept bitterly, collectively holding banners—pleading to be sent away!

While other players frantically fled from the ghost creatures, she, carrying a large axe, chased the creatures madly as they tried to escape.

In the eerie hospital with a ghost playing hide-and-seek, she chopped off the ghost creature’s legs, saying, “Run, see where you can go!”

In the death bus, she kicked the driver away with one foot, transforming herself into the road’s female Yama, saying, “Hey, beautiful ghost sister, want to take a ride? The fare is just two eyeballs.”

In the cannibalistic hotel, facing a female ghost with a chainsaw, she smiled and said, “Is it your choice to die willingly, or do you choose a shortcut with me?”

The trembling ghost creatures: Who the heck is the antagonist here?

Live-stream viewers: Elegant, too elegant!

But only when facing Chu Ci did everyone realize that Qing Li had another side.

Qing Li: Dr. Chu, the horror world is so scary. I can’t sleep alone at night because I’m afraid.

Chu Ci: Busy with work, can’t get away.

Qing Li: Resign then, I’ll chop ghosts to support you!

Ghost creatures: ⊙▽⊙ <<less

The Killing Reality Show could be considered an entertainment… circle… probably.... more>>

The story of two slightly straight comrade-in-arms, who due to certain circumstances, were forced to go to bed together.

High profile crazy and low profile crazy pair. <<less

Yu Xiao, a terminal stage cancer patient with an incurable condition, had reached a point where she had accepted her fate. Living each day with indifference, she had already made peace with the idea of departing from this world.... more>>

One day, her phone automatically downloaded an app called ‘Four Hospital Patients’ Discussion Forum’.

“Fourth Hospital? Isn’t that the local psychiatric hospital?”

Curious, she tapped into the app. The top post read: 【Guide for the Morgue】

Yu Xiao:???

Second post: 【Cataloguing the Ghosts I’ve Encountered Over the Years】

Yu Xiao: No wonder it’s a forum from a psychiatric hospital.

【Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Talisman Master!】 This one seems quite intriguing!

————

That night, terror descended, and the hospital was engulfed in a crimson hue. Unnameable horrors lurked outside the wards, murmuring by the rooms, “Let’s see who’s been naughty now?”

————

During rounds that night, the inspection ghost lifted Yu Xiao’s blanket and stumbled upon the talismans by her pillow. The ghost was amazed to find high-level talisman.

The inspection ghost cried, “Why would advanced talisman appear at a beginner’s level?!” <<less

※ This work contains depictions of non-consensual acts and graphic cannibalism. Reader discretion is advised.... more>>

In a world reduced to ashes by nuclear war…

As extreme famine drives humanity to consume its own kind, monstrous beings called "Ghoul," driven mad by their insatiable hunger for human flesh, begin to emerge.

Only 'I,' with the help of my brother, managed to survive without consuming human flesh.

"Even in death, I don't want to be eaten."

Determined to honor my dying brother's wish, I risked my life to cremate his infected body.

But I failed.

Instead, I found myself captured by a group of strangers.

* * *

Long, slender fingers grasped my chin, lifting my head.

“Beautiful,” the man murmured.

He released my chin and yanked me forward.

As I stumbled after him, I saw the others loading my brother's half-burned body into the back of a truck.

The moment I realized who they were, I tried to back away.

These were human hunters.

And I was about to become their prey. <<less

Lin Tian was reincarnated as a goblin, the lowest class of monsters. In the beginning, he survived through extreme caution. Later on, he completely unleashed the true nature of a goblin!... more>>

Church Priest: He is the one, true Lord: the God I shall serve.

Sword Saintess: Undefeated since birth, yet repeatedly defeated by a small goblin.

The Gods: We will never allow a goblin to be named a God!

As faith crumbed, Gods fell, and one goblin brutally dominated the world and toyed with everything...

Regardless of whether it was a human Sword Saint, the Imperial Princess, the Flame Dragon Mother, the Elf Queen, the Moon God, the Sea God, or the Earth Mother God... upon seeing that small goblin, they would all collapse to the ground in fear!

Evolution Path: Small Goblin -> Goblin God <<less

In order to fulfill his lifelong wish and graduation project of researching merfolks, Desharow, a student of Biology Department of Russian Maritime Academy, went on a long distance voyage with his mentor, Rhine, and caught a special species of male Merfolk in Iceland. Little did he know that this mysterious dark and evil creature had long since regarded him as his “prey” (cough cough spouse) and had been invading his body, leading to an unexpected trigger to a thrilling conflict.... more>>

In the end, can the merman’s instinctive desire prevail or not, and will the research of Desharow proceed smoothly under the obstruction of his mentor with the same misguided idea? What is the real purpose of the investigation that seems to be hidden in the presence of military forces when a terrifying conspiracy dating back to World War II begins to emerge….?

With the development of the research and the frequent occurrence of various dangerous incidents at sea, emotional struggle, and instinctive love, Desharow soon discovers some incredible connection toward the evil black-scaled merman and how his body has undergone some unique alteration. <<less

The man was abandoned in a pile of corpses the moment he was born.... more>>

Surviving there, he grew up as a battlefield ghost, feeding on the decaying flesh of the dead.

Both gods and humans referred to him as "Jeok-Gwi" (Red Ghost).

Just like his nickname, the Red Ghost, he always appeared wherever death was, with blood on his hands.

Thus, "Jeok-Gwi" always carried the stench of decay.

It was the stench of death, the stench of corpses, and the stench of blood. <<less

Jin-ah dedicates her life to caring for her stepmother. ... more>>

One day, a peculiar lawyer pays her a visit, revealing the unfortunate news of her grandmother's passing and his intention to claim the inheritance as per her will.

The stipulation for the inheritance is that Jin-ah must ensure no one enters the mansion she is set to inherit.

Deeming it a manageable task, she agrees, securing the funds needed to make a fresh start.

Everything progresses smoothly—her business thrives, and her relationship with the once-strained stepmother deepens.

However, this harmony is short-lived when her stepmother embezzles funds and disappears.

In the midst of financial turmoil, Jin-ah is approached by strangers expressing a desire to film her grandmother's mansion, seeking her permission.

She rejects their proposal, as it is the only way to continue receiving monthly payments from the trust.

Subsequently, an arrogant and shallow man waves money in front of her, making an audacious proposition.

"With your permission, I'll give you a few more of these. One for every time we film the mansion, how about that?"

After refusing with profanity, Jin-Ah forgot about their existence.

That is until the police contact her, reporting an unauthorized entry into the mansion, resulting in a tragic accident— one dead and four injured.

Upon her arrival at the previously unvisited mansion, the rescuer makes an unsettling declaration.

"No! There's one more down there! There were six of us!”

***

"I understand that you think I'm weird. Until last year, I would have been an as*hole who believed in the money and the power of the family and did whatever the f*ck I wanted.”

It was such a perfect description that Jin-ah didn't need to add anything.

“I guess you could say that Kno-Dearg Manor gave me a new lease on life because I felt the need to change a lot since then."

The man, now an uncannily different person, extended his hand to Jin-ah.

"Consider the old Lan Isford dead.”

***

"I want to eat.”

I want to eat that.

So, I approached and grabbed her.

My stomach churned at the sight of the person looking at me in surprise.

Regardless of whether there were people around or not, I wanted to swallow her whole, leaving not a single strand of hair behind.

I carefully smelled it.

Mine. Something for me to eat.

My tongue, which had been suppressing hunger, eagerly twisted in the mouth filled with something sweet.

But then I found out.

That she tastes better on the inside. <<less