i met you in the dark

Thanks to his master's arranged marriage, Xander Yates embarks on a journey into the city to find his betrothed bride and encounters a series of remarkable adventures. Dedicated to dispensing justice, he uses his skills in acupuncture to earn a living and save lives along the way. Those who provoke him will be struck, while those who show him love will be cherished! Meanwhile, the captivating beauty, Lea Russ, harbors a secret affection for him. As Xander wanders into the bustling chaos of city life, his skills in medicine and martial arts help him gain power and influence. Yet, amidst it all, he yearns for the simplicity of the mountains…

In a humble village, a poor man marries a woman with a mental illness, and they have depended on each other ever since. Unable to have children, they become the subject of gossip among the villagers. One day, the wife discovers an abandoned baby at the village entrance and brings her home. Despite the villagers' disdain and attempts to dispose of the child, the wife insists on keeping her, naming her Sunshine. Years later, Sunshine earns admission to the most prestigious university, and the wife believes their luck is finally changing. However, life continues to present new challenges...

Eight years after a one-night stand, Sophie Archer raises son Jack alone until he's diagnosed with leukemia requiring a rare blood-type donor. Doctors suggest a million-dollar imported medicine to buy time. While struggling financially, Sophie becomes Caleb Johnson's secretary, unaware he's Jack's father. Meanwhile, Caleb and his grandmother Kate meet Jack by chance and confirm paternity through DNA testing. As Sophie and Caleb develop feelings and she becomes pregnant again after another encounter, Sophie saves enough for Jack's treatment, only for rival Chloe Bradford to destroy the medicine. Kate intervenes, recognizes Sophie and Jack as family, and tells Caleb to marry Jack's mother, not realizing he's already falling for Sophie. When Caleb discovers Sophie is Jack's mother, they commit to each other. At their wedding, Sophie reveals she has no blood relation to the Archers, and learns she's actually the biological daughter of the Bradfords couple, whom she refuses to forgive. The story ends with Sophie giving birth to twins and living happily with Caleb, Jack, Kate and their growing family.

Eliana, the daughter of the Elliott family, plans to get pregnant to reclaim her mother's company. At an exclusive club, she sets her sights on Keaton Massey, unaware he's a billionaire tycoon in the city. After Keaton gets into a car accident causing amnesia, he and Eliana accidentally begin a relationship. In truth, Keaton had been deeply in love with Eliana for years. While concealing his recovered memories, he helps Eliana reclaim her mother's company. As their feelings deepen, they fall in love and eventually welcome triplets together.

Celia grew up in an orphanage. After being reunited with her family, her mother passed away during a bitter divorce. The orphan girl she adopted, Nancy, turned out to be a matchmaker who accidentally bound Celia to her cold CEO boss, Henry. Haunted by childhood trauma, Henry was physically allergic to women, rendering his blind dates disastrous—until he met Celia and relentlessly pursued her. Mistaking his avoidance of others as disinterest in women and fearing their professional ties, Celia fled and even tried to quit. They forged a marriage pact to cure his condition, but their fragile bond was sabotaged by Celia's stepsister. With Nancy's schemes and Henry's grandmother's support, their relationship deepened. When Celia's childhood friend returned, declaring their love a "fake crush." Could their fragile bond survive?

Twenty-eight years ago, Connor Daly faced a heart-wrenching decision when his wife, Dahlia Bell, experienced complications during childbirth. Choosing to save the baby, he inadvertently caused the death of his father-in-law, Harold Bell. This tragedy ignited a deep-seated hatred in his mother-in-law and brother-in-law, Andrew Bell. Fast forward eighteen years, Connor's son, Valor Daly, is accepted into college, but the family struggles financially. Desperate, Connor attempts to borrow money from the village but fails and is forced to turn to Andrew for help. Initially met with Andrew's cold refusal, Connor reveals that the decision to save the baby had been Dahlia's. Valor, overhearing this revelation, steps in to mediate, leading Andrew to eventually lend the money for Valor's education. Years later, Valor becomes a successful entrepreneur and plans to invest back in his hometown. However, his efforts are thwarted by a local bully, stirring unrest among the villagers. In a moment of crisis, Valor returns to confront the bully and the villagers. When Dahlia gets injured, the villagers even consider expelling Connor from the village. Valor steps in, fights for his parents' justice, and transforms the villagers' attitudes. One evening, Scarlett Ross demands that Valor break off his engagement with her niece, Fay Ross, citing pressure from Joe Payne's powerful family. Valor travels to Ecrin county to speak with Fay. Upon learning the truth, he decides to challenge Joe at the engagement party, determined to protect Fay and their future together.

Declan was once the Lord of Wealth but retired to the countryside twenty years ago due to his younger son Harvey's disabilities. More than a decade later, his other two children achieved remarkable success, but he quietly remained in the countryside, caring for Harvey. After saving Yvette, Declan married her and silently supported the rise of her family. However, as Yvette's close friend married into a wealthy family, Yvette gradually became dissatisfied with Declan, entered into an affair with the wealthy man Hector, and planned to divorce Declan. Before Declan's sixtieth birthday, Harvey inadvertently discovered Yvette and Hector's affair, was murdered, and his body was hidden. Declan launched a thrilling search for Harvey, while Yvette and Hector's betrayal gradually came to light, setting the stage for a dramatic conflict of divorce and crime resolution.

Katy Wright is betrayed by her stepsister, Darcy Wright, while desperately searching for her missing mother. In a twist of fate, she ends up spending the night with Peter Howard—and later gives birth to fraternal twins.Six years pass. Katy returns, children in tow, ready to take her revenge. She crosses paths with Peter again, but neither of them realizes who the other truly is.As secrets unravel and the truth comes to light, Peter discovers his own father's treasonous schemes. In the end, justice is served, and the long-separated family is finally reunited.

In her past life, Cici was killed by her husband, Yates. However, she miraculously reincarnated and returned to the day she first met Yates's family. This time, Cici decisively chose Yates' uncle, Benson. Despite rumors claiming that Benson was sterile, Cici found herself pregnant with triplets and was spoiled by Benson!

Ruby and Steven fell in love in high school but separated due to family feuds. Ruby initiated the breakup; Steven agreed, believing she'd discovered his father's role in her father's death. Afterward, Steven changed his surname to Gibson, founded Gibson Tech, while Ruby became a freelance writer. Though never contacting her, Steven monitored Ruby's life, learning of her workplace harassment resignation and continued single status. Now successful, he orchestrates her business trip to the city of Syntherra. They reunite, but Ruby mistakenly thinks he's married and withdraws. Even after clearing this misunderstanding, unresolved family conflicts keep her distant. Steven persists, proposing cohabitation without publicity and dating without marriage discussions. Still deeply in love, Ruby succumbs to his gentle persistence, agreeing to a short-term relationship.

Claire Smith, known as the Queen of Volleyball, led Sinoria's volleyball team to consecutive victories for their country. Tragically, she met her end through a setup orchestrated by her own people in collusion with Petalia. Rosalind Ford, daughter of a volleyball legend, inherited exceptional volleyball skills. In the accident that claimed her parents' lives, she was rescued and raised by James Lowe, the Dragon Lord of Sinoria. Under the alias Rose, she became the top player in the volleyball league, admired by everyone. Now, she returns to Sinoria, determined to repay her country, only to find her parents' enemies bullying those close to her. Rosalind eventually avenges her parents and leads the volleyball team to the Olympics, achieving the utmost glory.

Luna Ingham marries beneath her station to Ian Trent. She even helps him secure a billion-dollar deal. However, once Ian rises to power, he becomes unfaithful and ultimately breaks off the engagement. Luna then enters a whirlwind marriage with Elijah Nash, revealing her true identity and making a stunning comeback. She returns with the grace of a queen, leaving Ian and his family filled with regret.

Leon Norwood, the Celestial Grandmaster of the Everpeak Sect, possesses extraordinary martial arts skills. In his quest to provide a complete family for his triplets, he tirelessly searches for answers. When Camille Sutherland finds herself in danger, he steps forward to rescue her. Faced with threats from powerful families like the Sampsons, Leon chooses not to resort to violence. Instead, he uses his wisdom and power to resolve the situation with subtle finesse, successfully rescuing Camille while exposing their wrongdoings.

All eyes are on the Burke family's only heir, Hugh Burke, as he returns home and is swarmed by the media. Just then, his cousin publicly announces a wife search—only for a little girl, Lorna, to show up calling Hugh "Daddy." He denies it, but a DNA test is set in motion.Lorna's mother, Verna, is in prison. Fearing for her daughter's safety, she sent her to find Hugh. But to Hugh, Verna is the woman who once betrayed and abandoned him for money and power.Lorna's sudden appearance becomes the key to unraveling years of heartbreak and misunderstanding—giving Hugh and Verna a second chance at love.

Dongliang, Xichuan, and Beiqin formed a tripartite balance of power, with constant strife. Xichuan's Chancellor, Liang Kong, was elderly and on the brink of death. At this juncture, Yi Lin traveled back in time with modern military supplies. Swearing to aid them, he used modern resources to help Liang win the war and unify the world. With his forward-thinking wisdom and abundant supplies, Yi not only won the heartfelt loyalty of generals but also gained Liang's deep respect. He and Yinzhu Guan gradually fell in love, pledging to marry on the day of victory. However, Xichuan was not a united front. The capital's aristocratic interest groups, led by Rang Liu, constantly create obstacles, posing significant challenges to Liang and Yi's campaign...

After her father's business went bankrupt, Tania mortgaged herself to become Lyle's nanny. In an unexpected turn of events, she became pregnant, and Lyle mistakenly believed that Tania had betrayed him, wanting to terminate the pregnancy. Six years later, Tania returned to the country with the child...

He is Hades, master of Hades's Hall, the organization that ruled over the world. He had the millions of people worshipping the ground he walked! When he learned that his wife was being humiliated, he marched back to his home country while burning with fury. Those who stepped on his tail must die!

Rosia Vear, a modern party girl who enjoys clubbing and flirting with handsome men, has an accident and transmigrates into a fantasy female-dominated world. She awakens as a dying non-kin princess who has four beautiful male consorts. With her life counter at zero, she discovers she can extend her lifespan by successfully conquering the hearts of her four male consorts. As a modern woman experienced with men, she believes this will be easy. However, she soon realizes that her consorts aren't the simple, submissive beautiful men they appear to be...