Crown of Thorns - Chapter 23

Yu Linglong is the shu (born of a concubine) daughter in a general’s family. Since her mother was only a tribute dancer, her position is the lowest of the low. She used to live with her mother outside the father’s residence, and they only received some monthly money from him. He didn’t bother seeing them. But when her mother dies, she moves into the general’s residence.

From quiet grind to legacy brew.Jun had nothing—no café, no followers, not even a bed. Just a secondhand kettle and a broken dream.Then came the Barista System.No shortcuts. No instant success. Just slow, intentional tasks... and a promise:Brew. Grow. Endure.Every pour sharpens his skill. Every cup deepens his path.From street corners to pop-ups, from whispered praise to a space of his own—Jun’s grind is just beginning.This is a story of stillness, patience, and the quiet pursuit of mastery.Because greatness isn’t given.It’s brewed—one cup at a time.

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The world of the novels is filled with countless fantasies, it’s a way for people to escape away from reality into their little world hidden deep inside from others.

There are countless protagonists and antagonists, and also various supporting roles that spice up things here and there, but what if suddenly you are forced and dragged to one against your will.

Elandor was one such successful person, but who kidnapped him?

Will he be able to find the answers he seeks while he sets out on his journey filled with countless surprises.

[No NTR,No paedophilia, No yuri but includes netori]

Won Third prize in WPC harem genre contest.

Additional tags-

(yandere) (manipulative mc) (cunning mc) (loyal love interests) (clingy lovers) (fast-paced) (strong to stronger) (early romance)(special abilities) (unique cultivation technique)(villian mc)(shameless mc)

(Polygamy) (transmigration) (multiple worlds)

(Previous life talents) (maids) (tsundere)

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[Warning -R18 with No beta mc, plus if you are here to watch hundred of chapters just to see mc bootlicking FL or here for a spineless/dense mc getting better as the plot goes on, then you are at a wrong place dear!]

First 10 chs are written a little fast-paced, once you are over those you will definitely be hooked to the story^^

Hope you all are having a nice day!^^

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{Cover pic don’t belongs to me, credits to the amazing artist for making it.}

[Are you crippled?][Did your fiancé break the engagement?][Did you lose your family to a demon attack? Are you the last surviving member of your clan, seeking revenge?][Does your family look at you with pity because you're the only one without any innate spiritual roots?][Are you tired of being told that you're a 'waste of resources'?][Are you stuck with no way to progress? Are you tired of being weak and helpless?][Well, have no fear! This Supreme Master is here to help you!]