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ネット恋愛の彼と年越しの約束をしてから、私は準備万端で臨んだ。 お気に入りの服に身を包み、彼へのプレゼントも用意済み。 だけど、まさかあの人が双子の弟まで連れてくるなんて思いもしなかった。 しかも予約した部屋は一部屋だけ。 目の前に並ぶそっくりな二人を見て、私は思わず笑みを浮かべた。

私、夏目萌衣（なつめ めい）には、人の顔を判別することができない――相貌失認という障害がある。 あの土砂降りの雨の夜。私は一人の男を救った。彼の名前には確か、「あきし」という響きがあった。 「恩返しがしたい」と乞う彼を前に、私は頭をよぎる現実を数えた。 滞納したままの家賃と、芽の出ないイラストレーターとしての私。 私はふっと自嘲気味に笑って、こう返した。「それなら、一生お金に困らず、安心して絵を描いていられる生活をさせて」 彼は真剣な眼差しで、私の目を見つめて言った。「分かった。必ず君を迎えに行く」 その後、私は安藤彰司（あんどう あきし）からプロポーズを受けた。 けれど結婚後、彰司は一冊のスケッチブック――あの雨の夜の情景を描いたページを見つけ、ひどく冷え切った声で私を問い詰めた。「君が今も忘れられずにいる、この『特別な男』は誰だ？」 私は困惑した。過去の自分自身に嫉妬する人なんて、この世にいるのだろうか。 だがある日。彼の宿敵である永井昭司（ながい あきし）が、私の元を訪ねてきた。 彼は目尻を赤く腫らし、今にも泣き出しそうな視線を私に向けた。 「俺と結婚する約束だっただろう？……それなのに、なぜあいつを選んだんだ？」

When a billionaire Victor Huxley sets his eyes on Olivia Hayes, a young artist, it’s not just her beauty that captivates him, but an undefined desire that borders on obsession. Victor is a man used to get what he wants, and from the moment he first sees Olivia, he knows she must be his, at any cost. Olivia, on the other hand, is determined to make it on her own terms, and the last thing she wants is to be tied down to a man like Victor who is ruthless, domineering, and possessive. But when Victor uses his power to force her into a contractual marriage, Olivia finds herself trapped in a world of wealth and darkness, where escape seems impossible. As Victor's dark desires unravel, Olivia becomes both a captive and his obsession. She fights for her independence, while Victor struggles with his own conflicting feelings—torn between his dark need to possess her and a growing sense of genuine love. What starts as hate evolves into a twisted form of love as Olivia slowly begins to see cracks in Victor's cold demeanor. But as their relationship grows more complicated, dangerous forces and hidden pasts threaten to tear both of them apart. Will Victor be able to let go of his control, or will his obsession consume them both? And can Olivia ever forgive the man who stole her freedom, even as he becomes the only person who can truly save her? What will happen?

Alexander Sanchez is a Neurosurgeon that works at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, London. He is ranked among the best Neurosurgeon in the country. He is handsome, skilled ambitious and aims at being the World best Neurosurgeon. He has a mysterious past he is yet to understand and unknown to the world, Alex has a medical condition, essential tremor, a nervous system disorder that causes rythmic shaking of the hand, head, voice, arms or legs. Ryan Wilson is also a Neurosurgeon whose skills is also rated among the best in the country He works at the best Private Hospital in London owned by his family, he is as greedy as anyone can be. He comes from a family who has a long line of amazing doctors and his father expects him to make him proud by being the world best Neurosurgeon. Jasmine Wright is a simple but brilliant girl, she graduated as the best student from National University, London as a Surgical Technologist. She got hired as an assistant surgeon at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery. What happens when Jasmine gets entangled in Alex and Ryan power tussle to become the world best Neurosurgeon? Please read on...

“Hidden depths of Ambition” is a gripping tale of power, revenge, and the quest for justice, following the life of Alex, a young man driven by the tragic loss of his parents. The story begins with Alex’s childhood, where the seeds of ambition are sown as he navigates the challenges of growing up without his parents. Early on, he demonstrates leadership qualities that lead him to win a student council election, sparking his interest in politics. As he matures, Alex not only excels academically but also ventures into the business world, establishing his own successful enterprise. However, the shadow of his parents’ mysterious deaths looms over him, compelling him to investigate the truth behind their demise. This dual quest for power and revenge propels him into local politics, where he faces off against seasoned adversaries and uncovers a conspiracy that intertwines with his family’s past. As Alex’s political ambitions grow, so do the stakes. He announces his candidacy for president, employing innovative campaign strategies and facing media wars that test his character. Personal sacrifices strain his relationships, revealing the cost of his relentless pursuit of power. Allies become enemies, and betrayal lurks around every corner as he grapples with the dark side of politics. The narrative reaches a climax during the presidential race, where Alex’s leadership is put to the ultimate test amid a national crisis and the resurfacing of his parents’ case. With a coalition of unexpected allies, he confronts the forces threatening his presidency and seeks justice for his family. In the final sections of the story, Alex must navigate the aftermath of his decisions, facing the consequences of his quest for vengeance and the legacy he wishes to leave behind. What will Alex do?

誰も知らない、実は私は性依存症なのだ。 しかし会社のアウトドア研修の夜、薬を忘れた上に男性同僚と同じテントに割り当てられた。 私は泣きながら、男性同僚の前で絶頂を迎えた。 帰る見込みは遠く、私の身体は次第に制御不能になっていった……

夫はもう何年も私に触れてくれなかった。 息子の同級生が私に夫を誘惑する方法を教えてくれた。 しかし、彼が私に教えるときに、手を私の尻に置いてこう言った。 「おばさん、もう少し広げてください！」

前々日、親友に誘われてバーに行ったんだけど、イケメンの少年と一晩を共にしたんだ。でも、まさか彼が息子のクラスメートだなんて思わなかった......

「あ……優しくして、旦那から電話が……」 私は頬を赤らめながらスマホを受け取り、ビデオ通話をつないだ。 電話の向こうで、旦那は興奮して次々と恥ずかしい命令を出していた。画面の外で、一人の青年の頭が私の股間で必死に動いていることに、まったく気づいていなかった。

This isn't a love story, but almost a love story. Irina and Eric share a world through dreams and time travel. They have a strong mutual understanding about the feelings they have for each other, at the same time understanding that they cannot be together. Eric: I open my eyes and find myself standing alone in an empty room. The ceilings and the walls are neatly painted white. And the floor is composed of polished light brown wood. And there is a dark brown framed window at one corner where the light comes from. A bright yellow and pale red orange light tells me the sun is setting and soon it will be dark. Eric is a ghost who always appears in Irina's dream. Irina: I open the door to the bedroom. There is a dark brown framed window at one corner where the light is coming from. The yellow orange light passes through the open window. I see Eric standing right there on the spot captured by the yellow light. ‘You came back.’ I said. He stood there looking me in the eye. I almost died. Irina is a time traveler who may or may not change his fate. They alternatively tell a bitter sweet story. Love doesn't always mean together, sometimes it is deeper apart. Eric: I stand alone in the rain looking at the dark sky where all I can see is water, for it is both the rain and my tears flowing to my face. Irina: And suddenly it is no longer my reflection I see inside the mirror. What I see now is a figure of a man. I draw closer to see him clearly. But the closer I walk towards him, the farther I become from him. I couldn't get close.