When I Saw The Returns, I Invested In My Future Wife First - Chapter 21: Taya’s Challenge

Mirian Castrella, a student in her final year of a magical academy, unexpectedly finds herself caught in a time loop and haunted by strange dreams of the Elder Gods. Her plan had been to become an artificer to support her struggling family, but when the Akana Praediar army betrays her country in a surprise attack, everything changes. Instead, she finds herself delving into the dark secrets of the world, mastering magic, finding allies, and uncovering a vast conspiracy. However, just because the time loop can save her life doesn’t mean it can save her from everything. Mirian must navigate a dangerous world changed by the magitech revolution. Her quest to save the world from the apocalypse will lead her to battle magi and beasts, into the unfathomable underground Labyrinth, across distant lands, and into forgotten ancient ruins. Only through becoming a master arcanist who understands the true nature of the world can Mirian hope to stop the apocalypse she relives through time and time again. If she fails, everything she loves will be lost. ‍ What to expect: - Slow burn power progression - A clever protagonist who changes as the story moves from arc to arc - Expansive world-building full of complexity and secrets - A focus on magic - Intrigue and spell-flinging fights - A rotating cast of characters in each arc - Starts slow, then picks up speed

My biggest achievement is not the first person in the entertainment circle, nor the teacher of all people, nor my wealth and status. My proudest achievement is that I live the way I want, not just Live the look that others want – Ye Guang.

- Description from Novelupdates

She transmigrated into a novel of showbiz, becoming a member of a popular boy band. The original character dressed as a man and passionately showed her love to the male lead, only to be killed tragically in the end.As the most beloved daughter possessing great beauty in a rich family, how could she sacrifice herself for just a man?Thus, she transformed herself, becoming incredibly handsome, attracting countless fans.Her teammates found she began to focus on the career rather than the male lead, attracting tens of millions of fans and winning numerous trophies.The original male lead felt her ignorance and instead, found her hovering around his big brother...“Hey, this is tea that I had someone bring from Suzhou for you to try.”“Hey, this is Fish I made myself. Would you like to have a taste?”As the brother of the male lead, he was a big tycoon in the story, supporting the band with countless resources. Naturally, she tried to please him to climb higher, but why did the expression in his eyes become increasingly strange...He watched the 'little guy' busy around him, his eyes deep and secretive, suddenly pulling her into his embrace.She freaked out,“What are you doing?””The dish isn't tasty. I want to taste you.“”But I'm a man!“”Got it.“”No! Actually, I lied to you. I'm a woman!“”I've been lying to you too.“

The story unfolds the fate of a hidden village nestled deep within the Leaves , where the destiny of a group of mountain-top farmers takes a dramatic turn with the arrival of an injured monk and a rare mirror.Witness the journey of a simple family as they rise to eternal greatness.No cheats, pure love for family, and steady step-by-step evolution.A word of caution: If you're a lover of building tribes and cherishing beautiful family bonds, beware of reading this novel. It will leave you with a deep sense of melancholy once it ends.