holden as the world turns

Rumors in the martial world suggest that gaining the favor and assistance of the esteemed and aloof Young Lord of Ferrell International guarantees a swift rise to power. One day, errand boy Simon Carr barges into the boardroom of the Nexus Group under the pretext of needing to deliver an urgent order, effortlessly resolving a corporate crisis with a few words... Thirty years ago, Ms. Wood told me, "If anyone dares to look down on you, you must smash their face, step on their shoulders, and tell them that I, Simon Carr, am born extraordinary and destined to be supreme in this lifetime!

Emperor of Averna, Jamie Scott, returned from a personally led victorious expedition, but was tricked by those around him. He discovered that the person he loved was actually his female general Harlee Watson. After Jamie Scott's death, he was reborn into the modern world and discovered that Harlee Watson was his contracted wife in this life. Jamie Scott swore that he would never love the wrong person again in this life, to make up for the regrets of his previous life. However, in this life, Harlee Watson liked someone else instead...

The world's richest man, Orion Grimhold, hides his true identity while quietly guiding his son Atlas's growth. Unexpectedly, Atlas becomes engaged to Nicole Sinclair and suffers humiliation at their wedding. Unable to watch his son endure such disgrace, Orion reveals his identity and exposes Nicole's infidelity. With the support of several devoted goddaughters, Orion helps Atlas rebuild his dignity and confidence amid the turmoil. In the end, Orion emerges from the grief of losing his wife and finds new happiness with the steadfast Jena Quinn by his side.

Lauren, a battle-hardened female spy, had once been the sharpest sword of the nation, executing countless dangerous missions. However, when she learned of the tragic death of her beloved younger sister, Quinci, her world fell apart. At Quinci's funeral, Lauren was utterly heartbroken. However, what she found even more unacceptable was that on the day of the funeral, her brother-in-law, Colter, actually remarried! This blow filled Lauren with grief and rage. She decided to disguise herself as her sister and disrupt the wedding ceremony, making Colter's family aware that their actions were a profound disrespect to Quinci.

Nina Aston was desperate to save her younger brother, who had slipped into a coma after being bullied at school. In her darkest hour, she turned to Colin Pierce—the top lawyer who had quietly been sponsoring her education all these years. A chance encounter between them leads to an unexpected night that changes everything.On the surface, Colin is cold and sharp-tongued, but beneath that tough exterior, he's been silently protecting Nina all along. Under the influence of the powerful Wade family, he pulls her out of danger time and again, becoming her unexpected guardian in a world full of threats.

Leroy was the concubine's son — the one the family never truly accepted. Banished to the graveyard, he became the apprentice of Madam Gibson, the Grave Keeper. At the Martial Arts Tournament, Leroy's brilliance finally blazed forth, only to draw the ire of Fairy Ember, Elder of the Ebonveil Sect. When despair swallowed all hope, Madam Gibson revealed a power that shook the heavens.With a single sweep of her hand, she silenced the crowd, her sword aimed at the sky: "In all this world, who dares to harm my disciple?" And so began a battle that would span the Three Realms—a clash of fate, pride, and divine power.

Leroy was the concubine's son — the one the family never truly accepted. Banished to the graveyard, he became the apprentice of Madam Gibson, the Grave Keeper. At the Martial Arts Tournament, Leroy's brilliance finally blazed forth, only to draw the ire of Fairy Ember, Elder of the Ebonveil Sect. When despair swallowed all hope, Madam Gibson revealed a power that shook the heavens. With a single sweep of her hand, she silenced the crowd, her sword aimed at the sky: "In all this world, who dares to harm my disciple?" And so began a battle that would span the Three Realms—a clash of fate, pride, and divine power.

Prince Consort Gavin Vale marches to war for his country,only to fall on the battlefield. Yet back in the capital, the princess believes he is hiding away at the Guardian Temple, shirking his duties—and in her bitterness, she chooses to marry another man.But on the day of her wedding, a devastating truth shatters her world: Gavin died fighting for the country,and it was he who once risked his life to save her.Consumed by grief and remorse, the princess takes justice into her own hands, slaying the man who had stolen Gavin's rightful honor.

Ada Scott, the world's top crisis expert, abandoned her seven-figure career to take a mid-level job at a Hugh Group hotel, all to quietly chase Todd Hugh, the heir she'd secretly loved for ten years.Their staged "chance encounter" spiraled into a sudden, legal marriage, neither expecting the other's hidden agenda.Every step Ada plotted, Todd had already anticipated. Their schemes mirrored each other, masking the same unspoken truth: a decade of longing.When the lies finally fell away, only one thing remained: the kiss they'd waited ten years to share.

Ada Scott, the world's top crisis expert, abandoned her seven-figure career to take a mid-level job at a Hugh Group hotel, all to quietly chase Todd Hugh, the heir she'd secretly loved for ten years.Their staged "chance encounter" spiraled into a sudden, legal marriage, neither expecting the other's hidden agenda.Every step Ada plotted, Todd had already anticipated. Their schemes mirrored each other, masking the same unspoken truth: a decade of longing.When the lies finally fell away, only one thing remained: the kiss they'd waited ten years to share.

In the Yolham Kingdom, Empress Christine Shaw gains weight after childbirth and is cast aside by the emperor and even her own son, who has been manipulated by the cunning Noble Consort Rosalie Cooper. Humiliated and killed, Christine's body is taken over by a modern doctor determined to seek justice. Using modern technology and medical skills, she slims down, stuns the court with her beauty and talent, and rises as a respected empress. The emperor gradually falls for her and tries to win her back,but Christine wants nothing to do with him. In the end, she chooses freedom and sets off to explore the world with the grand emperor.

Myles was lost at a young age and was adopted by his foster father, Travis Byrd. Eight years ago, Myles discovered his true origins and, in gratitude to his biological parents, chose to return to the York family. Over these eight years, he tirelessly developed the world's most advanced 6G technology. However, his foster brother, Rowen York, secretly sowed discord, and their parents, swayed by his words, turned against Myles. His two sisters also grew to dislike him, constantly slandering him. Eventually, Rowen even claimed credit for the development of 6G technology. Completely disillusioned, Myles decided to sever ties with the York family.

Despite being married for three years, Muse Dawn doesn't even get to hold hands with Jim Hawkins, let alone bear a child for him. After surviving a plane crash, Muse finds herself in the hospital, where she sees Jim accompanying another woman for a prenatal checkup. This makes Muse realize Jim's never had space in his heart for her. As soon as she ends the relationship, Muse changes back to the granddaughter of the world's wealthiest man. Since she can't be Jim's wife, she'll be his nemesis instead. She'd like to see who's the unworthy one now!

Five years ago, Nina Wade was betrayed by her own family, leading to an unexpected pregnancy with Joe Holt. She raised their son, Ben, in secret. But now, five years later, her world is shattered when Ben is diagnosed with leukemia. Desperate to save him, Nina plans to sell the precious jade that Joe left to her back then. Meanwhile, the Holts begin a city-wide search for Ben. In the midst of this chaos, Nina finds herself working as Joe's secretary at Holt Corp. As they spend more time together, their relationship begins to heat up in ways neither of them expected.

After three years of bloody battles in the Northern Territory, General Theo Howard vanquishes enemy chieftains and secures the borders, only to witness his loved ones being tormented in his hometown—his sister bullied by a wealthy scoundrel, his mother kneeling in court pleading injustice only to be beaten with rods! Government offices collude with the powerful who run rampant, even martyr pensions are swallowed by corruption... Theo removes his battle robe and unsheathes his cold blade: “This kingdom, I will protect; this human world, I will set right!” From the countryside to the imperial court, from slaying tyrants to protecting the monarch, a storm of blood and violence sweeps through.

Madelyn, leader of the world's top assassin organization Vermilion Order, discovers she's the long-lost daughter of Southhaven's powerful Randall family. She returns home pretending to be a poor girl from the slums, hiding her true identity. While her family showers her with love, her Uncle Louie plots to seize power, teaming up with the mafia to expose her past. Meanwhile, old enemies from the Darkscale Union seek revenge.Madelyn joins forces with her once-hostile stepsister Britney and reconnects with Jeffrey Hudson—secretly the head of the Duskthorn Order. With her strength and her family's support, Madelyn defeats the threats and secures her place in both the family and the underworld.

By chance, Tessa, an emergency room nurse, saved Victor, a dangerous and charming gang boss, but was strongly targeted by him. He was closing in on her, and she was running for her life—until fate tore away her last hope. Her brother was dying, and the sky-high medical bills were crushing her. Victor narrowed his cold eyes and said, "Be my woman, and I'll save him." She was forced to sign a marriage contract. She resisted his world but indulged in his protection and tenderness. When she found out that the mysterious man who saved her on the rainy night five years ago was actually him, the boundary between hate and love completely collapsed...

On her birthday, Jeanne Leonard got hit with a double heartbreak: her boyfriend of four years, Tristan Frey, secretly tied the knot with his first love, Loretta Steele. To make things worse, Jeanne was in a car crash right after Tristan walked out on her. Hovering between life and death, she made a trade — her ability to love, in exchange for a second chance at life. Now back in the world, but unable to fall in love again, Jeanne is done chasing the past. She agrees to an arranged marriage with Nelson Sanford — not for love, but to take control of her future and rewrite her story on her own terms.