
![[ENG DUB] Locked in a Defective Heart](https://acfs3.goodshort.com/dist/src/assets/images/pc/common/f901131c-default-book-cover.png)
Kit Vane is a genius engineer who pulls a malfunctioning robot PWL-000 from the discard pile on instinct, more curiosity than compassion. The robot is technically flawed, classified as a reject, and by every rational measure not worth saving. Kit saves him anyway. What begins as clinical interest quietly becomes something neither of them has a category for. The robot's devotion starts as programmed loyalty and evolves into something that looks unmistakably like longing. Kit, who understands machines better than people, finds herself understood in return in ways she never anticipated. But underneath the robot’s growing attachment lies a secret sealed long before Kit ever found him, a love so vast and so carefully hidden that when it finally surfaces, it reframes everything that came before. Two beings bound by fate neither one chose, falling into feelings neither one was built to name.

Half-elf illegitimate daughter Jenny was framed by her elder sister seven years ago and unexpectedly became entangled with William, the son of the God King, who was afflicted by a shadow curse. Forced into exile by her gambler father, she gave birth to a son, Eden, alone. Seven years later, Eden's conflicting dual divine bloodlines triggered a blood curse that could only be cured by his biological father's blood. Jenny disguised herself and infiltrated the God King's palace to secretly search for William, during which her intelligence and courage drew his attention.Fiona, a witch secretly in love with William, grew jealous and plotted againstEden, causing the child's blood curse to flare up prematurely and leaving him critically ill and unconscious. At the critical moment, William uncovered the truth, saved Eden, and confirmed that the boy was his own son. The family enjoyed a brief period of harmony together. Later, Fiona manipulated Jenny's father into spreading slander about her. The Queen Mother Mary, misled into believing Jenny was a social climber seeking power, forced her to leave while keeping the child behind.Jenny endured the pain and pretended to be heartless, while William secretly investigated and uncovered all the conspiracies, punishing the villains. The two cleared up their misunderstandings and became engaged. Fiona, now completely unhinged, awakened an ancient dragon and kidnapped Eden to sacrifice him for revenge. Jenny and William joined forces to fight back and successfully eliminated the villain. William used his own blood to complete a ritual that fully cured Eden's blood curse. In the end, Mary apologized and accepted Jenny, who let go of past grudges,and the family of three lived together in happiness and fulfillment.

Amelia Russo has loved Shawn Butler for many years, but his heart remains steadfast in its longing for his first love. Determined, Amelia gracefully steps aside to make room for that woman.Shawn deludes into believing his happiness lies in Amelia's absence and jolts by an unexpected revelation upon receiving her medical card. "Shawn Butler, as the final days of my life trickle away, I no longer choose to waste my love on you."

Luna Baxter and Simon Fulmer have been married for five years. One day, she receives a provocative voice message and intimate photos from Simon's first love. They're sent from his phone, too. "I've only been back in the country for half a year, but he took the bait as soon as I laid it. He's prepared blue fireworks for me tonight, but I don't like the color blue. To avoid wastage, you can have them on your wedding anniversary." Luna and Simon's fifth wedding anniversary comes a month later. She looks out the window at the blue fireworks lighting up the sky. Then, her gaze lands on the empty seat across from her. Simon's first love challenges her again. She sends her a photo of them having a candlelight dinner. Luna doesn't cry or kick up a fuss. She silently signs a divorce agreement and asks Simon's secretary to prepare for a wedding. "What are the bride's and groom's names, Mrs. Fulmer?" "Simon Fulmer and Sophie Sutherland." Seven days later, she flies to Naavi to give them her blessings. She throws them a wedding.

Mermaid Princess Marina hides her identity for love, only to be betrayed by the human mage she devoted herself to. As she begins turning to foam, a prince saves her with a vow. Now crowned Queen of the Sea, Marina returns to unleash the ocean’s judgment.

Aesher, son of the Sea God, devotes himself to mastering hydrokinesis. Before coming ashore, he journeys to the Gilded Royal City in search of his mother. After rescuing his younger sister, the princess, he enters the palace with her. His royal brother mistakes him for an ordinary man with no divine powers, while even his own mother dares not acknowledge him amid the kingdom’s wartime crisis. When an undead army launches a massive invasion, everyone’s water magic proves useless. Aesher’s spectacular abilities amaze the entire court, yet his brother Ide remains consumed by jealousy. The undead witch secretly manipulates Ide, abducts the queen and other members of the royal family, and lays a deadly trap. At the critical moment, Aesher awakens the power of his sea-god bloodline. Poseidon, his father, crosses countless dangers to reach him. United by the strength of family, they slay the Lich King, pacify the ancient evil spirits, and restore peace to the royal city. In the end, the family is finally reunited.

It was on our wedding night when my husband stole my heartblood to save his childhood sweetheart. His lips were on my forehead as his dagger carved my chest open. "Good girl. This is the last time, I promise," he breathed bewitchingly, his scalding tears dripping on my skin. "Once she's better, let's consummate our marriage." That was what he said, but I had heard it countless times before. In my despair, I used my last ounce of strength to tug on his sleeve. He urgently drained my blood to save another woman, not even looking my way as he did. What he didn't know was that it was my last drop of heartblood. And I was going to die.

Newly appointed Sea God Arthur returns to the Merfolk Kingdom that abandoned him eighteen years ago to bless its new king and find his birth parents. After rescuing Princess Elena from a sea monster, he learns that tailless mermen are believed to bring disaster. Queen Seraphina recognizes him as her son but cannot acknowledge him. When Marcos launches an arena battle for the throne, Elena is gravely wounded. Seraphina's tears form a mermaid tear crystal, revealing Arthur's true parentage. To save his mother, Arthur can no longer hide his power.

In a devastating fire, a stepmother and her stepdaughter become trapped in an elevator, and Evelyn sacrifices her life in a desperate attempt to save Heidi. Unbeknownst to her husband, Vincent Clarke, Evelyn's tragic death occurs while he stands by the side of Heidi's biological mother, Fiona Lawson. Grief-stricken, Heidi cries out, "I only have one mother, her name is Evelyn Glover!"