life before legend marie lu

Calliope Simmons, a former wealthy Young Lady of the Simmons Corporation, turned destitute and poor as the family business was on the verge of bankruptcy. Devastated, her father landed in the hospital. To raise money for her father’s medical bills, Calliope was forced by her stepmother to marry Young Master Preston Ford, a wealthy heir turned vegetative as a result from a car accident. Her life became entwined into the Ford family’s turmoil.

Frank sacrificed a bright future to become a stay-at-home dad to support his wife Betty's career, only to face her constant ridicule and their daughter's contempt. It wasn't until he rejoined the Junlie Group and regained his status that Betty finally realized his true value. However, by then, Frank had already made up his mind to start a new life, leaving Betty to grapple with regret and deep reflection.

The male lead, Alexis Brookyn, is the chairman of Skyreach Group. To experience ordinary life, he disguises himself as a rideshare driver and meets the female lead, Sienna Gibson, while picking up passengers, saving her from disaster. He repeatedly rescues Sienna from danger, and as they navigate through crisis after crisis together, feelings gradually develop between them. They slowly grow fond of each other and eventually end up together.

The male lead, Alexis Brookyn, is the chairman of Skyreach Group. To experience ordinary life, he disguises himself as a rideshare driver and meets the female lead, Sienna Gibson, while picking up passengers, saving her from disaster. He repeatedly rescues Sienna from danger, and as they navigate through crisis after crisis together, feelings gradually develop between them. They slowly grow fond of each other and eventually end up together.

Max Lowell, once an Aureate Immortal of the Immortal Realm, is forced to reincarnate after crushing usury debts. He wakes in the Mortal Realm inside a deadbeat gambler slain over loans—and finds the man's wife: Queenie Lynd,breathtaking, gentle, but mute, long mistreated at home. Max chooses to begin his mortal life by setting this one thing right: earn enough to craft a pill that will restore his wife's voice.

Ten years ago, Flainn emerged as the champion of the Global Forging Contest but became infamous after the mysterious death of his master, Dashiel. Living in obscurity, his life takes a turn when Dashiel's daughter, Maryln, seeks his help to restore her father's Dragon Sword for an upcoming competition. Reluctantly agreeing,Flainn risks exposure as his extraordinary skills are revealed during the forging process.

Samuel Fisk, the world's richest man, willingly leaves his fortune to live a simple life and raise his son, Aaron Fisk. But when Aaron marries the proud Peggy York, he faces a pushy fiancée, a controlling mother-in-law, and a troublesome sister-in-law. Aaron hopes his father won't attend the wedding, yet Samuel insists on being there, determined to support him no matter what.

Ji-Yeon, the wanna-be among the theater majors at school, dreams of a bright future after being cast in a famous director's work. However, her life shatters when her best friend Yu-Mi spreads a deepfake video of Ji-Yeon having an intercourse with Professor Park, and on top of that, has an affair with Geon-Woo, Ji-Yeon's boyfriend. Determined for revenge, Ji-Yeon teams up with the teaching assistant Su-Ho, who exposes Yu-Mi's true identity to her.

The Judge, holding the power over life and death, has always drawn much attention.Hemera Yates, the last Judge on earth, faced many trials. Eight years ago,near death among corpses, she was rescued by Frank Gates. Grateful, she vowed to forgive him 101 times and stayed by his side, even having his daughter.But her love was unreturned. When the chances ran out, her identity as the Judge was revealed.

Nicole's daughter clung to life as husband Zack chose Yolanda's child over hers. After learning of Zack's deceptions, Nicole sought justice, leading to a public fallout with Yolanda. Amidst grief and Zack's infidelities, Nicole fought for her daughter's legacy. Zack's realization of his mistakes came too late, ending in his tragic demise. Nicole found new purpose in charity and love with Harrison.

The Judge, holding the power over life and death, has always drawn much attention.Hemera Yates, the last Judge on earth, faced many trials. Eight years ago,near death among corpses, she was rescued by Frank Gates. Grateful, she vowed to forgive him 101 times and stayed by his side, even having his daughter.But her love was unreturned. When the chances ran out, her identity as the Judge was revealed.

In a desperate attempt to fulfill his comatose grandmother's greatest wish, Claude impulsively brought over a pregnant woman at the hospital and told his grandmother that the woman was carrying his child. Miraculously, his grandmother pulled through. However, that very night, Claude dreamed about the pregnant woman... Chloe initially thought running into her baby's biological father at the hospital was a mere coincidence—but little did she know, this man would keep reappearing in her life from that day on...

Just when Angie Stone feels her life is perfect—enjoying the warmth of her family and the success of her career—a sudden twist of fate pulls her from the clouds and plunges her into an abyss. A hidden conspiracy quietly unfolds, and she is ruthlessly thrown into a dark, secret room, completely isolated from the outside world. The only link to the outside is a two-way mirror, offering a glimpse of the world beyond. Through it, Angie is horrified to realize she is trapped behind the walls of her own bedroom.

In her previous life, Yara gave everything to the Echosong Sect, only to be ruthlessly slain by her Master. In her final moments, she realized the cruel truth: in his eyes, she was never as good as her junior sister,Ruby. Reborn at the age of six, Yara wastes no time mourning the past. This time, she won't beg for love or stay where she's unwanted. Without a backward glance, she runs away from that place she once called home.

In the previous life, Evelyn Lester found that her roommate, Felice James, had planted malware on her phone and stolen her money. In the end, Evelyn was pushed off the roof by Felice and died. After Evelyn came back to the first day of college, Felice suggested traveling abroad again. This time, Evelyn put her smartphone in the dorm and took an ancient phone instead. She couldn't wait to see what Felice would do when she couldn't pretend to be wealthy again.

Jessica Shaw's daughter loses her life under the rubble during a fire, while her husband, Zachary Yandell, saves another mother and daughter. Throughout their marriage, Jessica has been the one caring for their family, while Zachary continually makes excuses and sides with that pair of mother and daughter. This tragic loss has pushed Jessica to her limit. Determined to seek justice, she vows to make those who have wronged her and her daughter pay for their actions.

Furious at the tragic ending of the novel's heroine,Wanda dies and wakes up as Yvette, the very character she pitied. Her mission is to make her cheating husband, Jason, regret losing her.Instead of following the original story, she defies fate and asks for a divorce. Jason's regret surges until his mistress, Claire, is kidnapped, and he blames Yvette. His remorse vanishes. As her life hangs by a thread, Soren steps into her story...

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."