#Pinnacle Hotel Mystery 1

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Review: The Socialite's Guide to Murder by S.K. Golden

Series: Pinnacle Hotel Mystery #1Author: S.K. GoldenPublisher: Crooked Lane BooksReleased: October 11, 2022Received: Own (Aardvark Books) Book Summary: The year is 1958, and Evelyn Elizabeth Grace Murphy is living her best life. Her father owns the Pinnacle Hotel, and that means Evelyn gets to live in the best room in the place. This is grand, as it means the whole hotel fits inside her comfort…

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In The End 1

»Summary: Han Y/n, hailing from a prominent family in Seoul, returns to South Korea after years abroad. Amid her family's internal power struggle for their hotel empire, Y/n's disinterest in the chairman position disrupts the status quo. A mysterious phone call prompts her return, marking a turning point. As she confronts her arranged marriage to Min Yoongi, a once-fancied childhood crush, the stark reality sets in. The contrast between her youthful fantasies and the complex man he has become introduces unforeseen chaos.

»pairing: Husband! Yoongi x Wife! reader

»genre: Arranged Marriage AU, Angst,

»wc/date: 14.3k | September 2023

» warnings: Angst, Yoongi is cold, the reader is cold but eventually opens up and is very independent, arguing, sibling rivalry, Parental violence (not a lot, but did want to add that beforehand. If you do not want to read, all italicized part is where you can skip)

»note: I'm very excited for this fic as I'm about 80k words deep. But disclaimer beforehand. Once I have the next part fully edited, that is when it will be posted. AS WELL, I have soft launched some new stuff coming soon which you can read the description for each in my new Masterlist! I hope you all enjoy, 'In The End',

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»Teaser

Han Y/n gazed out of the window, her eyes tracing the intricate lines of Seoul's skyline as the plane began its descent. The familiar landscape filled her with a mix of nostalgia and anticipation. It had been years since she had set foot in South Korea, and even longer since she had last been in Seoul, her hometown.

As the plane touched down and taxied towards the terminal, memories flooded her mind. The scent of her mother's cooking, the laughter of her siblings echoing through the corridors of their sprawling estate, and the warmth of her father's guidance – all of it seemed like distant echoes from a life she had left behind.

Han Y/n, the eldest in the Han family, stood at the pinnacle of the family hierarchy. Her father, Han Ji-Min, had built an empire that loomed large over South Korea's corporate landscape. The Marblegold Group was more than just a conglomerate; it was a behemoth, a sprawling empire with tentacles that extended into numerous industries.

At its heart was the Marblegold Hotel, a towering symbol of opulence and prestige in the heart of Busan. But the Marblegold Group's reach went far beyond hospitality. It was a multifaceted business entity, a franchise that encompassed an array of enterprises. Under the Marblegold Group umbrella were shopping centers that rivaled the world's finest, clothing stores that set fashion trends, and an assortment of retail outlets that catered to the desires of the elite.

It was a true economic powerhouse, a name that commanded respect and awe in the business world. And at the center of it all was the battle for control, the quest for the coveted chairman position, the throne of the Han empire.

Of Y/n's siblings and herself, each of them brought their unique talents and ambitions to the table, and their father's approval hung in the balance. The competition was fierce, a high-stakes game played on the grandest of stages, where the winner would wield unparalleled influence over the Han family's vast empire.

However, she had chosen a different path and her sole focus wasn't on gaining the chairman position of Marblegold. After leaving behind the opulent halls of her family's estate for the bustling streets of New York at such a young age, Y/n stayed to completing her undergraduate studies, and Master's in Business Administration. The allure of independence and the thrill of carving her own path had kept her away from home for far longer than she had initially planned.

But now, as the plane came to a complete stop and the seatbelt sign blinked off, Y/n knew that her journey had come full circle. She had received a phone call a few days ago – a call that had jolted her out of her American routine and thrust her back into the world she had left behind. It was her father's voice on the other end, grave and unyielding, informing her of a family emergency that required her immediate presence.

Han Y/n stepped onto the tarmac from the private family jet, her attire a seamless blend of luxury and American style with a touch of modest Korean elegance. The meticulously curated ensemble exuded a quiet confidence that spoke of her years abroad in the United States.

She wore a tailored ivory pantsuit crafted from the finest silk, the jacket expertly cut to accentuate her figure while maintaining a professional edge. The slim-fit trousers elongated her legs, and the subtle sheen of the fabric caught the sunlight, creating an ethereal glow around her. The crisp lines of the suit were juxtaposed by a pastel peach silk blouse with a high neckline, embracing her Korean roots while adopting a hint of Western refinement.

Her accessories were subtle yet unmistakably opulent. A delicate gold necklace adorned her neck, its pendant glinting as it caught the light. The matching gold bracelet on her wrist whispered of her family's affluence. A pair of understated pearl earrings lent a touch of classic elegance, while her fingers showcased an heirloom ring that spoke of generations of Han family heritage.

Y/n's choice of footwear combined comfort and style – a pair of sleek nude pumps that added height without sacrificing practicality. Her hair, long and glossy, was swept into a sophisticated updo that showcased her delicate features and the graceful curve of her neck.

Though she exuded an air of confidence, her outfit was a reflection of her individuality – a blend of cultures and experiences that had shaped her. As she made her way through the airport terminal, her steps were purposeful, her head held high. People turned their heads, drawn by her commanding presence and the seamless fusion of elegance from both sides of the world. The whispers of silk, the glint of gold, and the aura of poise all came together to paint a portrait of Han Y/n – a woman who carried herself with the regality of her heritage, the assurance of her education, and the strength of her determination.

Y/n retrieved her carry-on bag from the overhead compartment and joined the stream of passengers disembarking the plane. She could feel a mixture of emotions swirling within her – uncertainty, apprehension, but also a strange sense of curiosity. She had been away for so long, and her family dynamics had undoubtedly evolved during her absence.

Walking through the airport terminal, Y/n's steps were steady, her demeanor composed. She had learned to carry herself with a certain poise in the corporate world, a skill that served her well as she navigated the bustling crowd. As she approached the arrivals area, she could see a driver holding a sign with her name. She nodded in acknowledgment, her heart starting to race as she realized that this was it – the moment of her return.

"Wow, Mr. Gu, you look like you haven't aged a day," she remarked with a warm smile as she approached the driver. It was true; Mr. Gu had been the family driver for as long as she could remember, and he still had the same kind eyes and friendly smile.

Mr. Gu's face lit up with genuine delight as he bowed respectfully. "Welcome back, Miss Y/n. It's wonderful to have you home."

The drive to the family estate was a mix of familiarity and novelty. The streets of Seoul had changed in subtle ways, but the essence of the city remained unchanged. Y/n's gaze drifted over familiar landmarks, each one bringing back a rush of memories. She could hardly believe that so much time had passed since she last walked these streets.

The sprawling mansion came into view, surrounded by meticulously landscaped gardens and the imposing gates that had always separated the Hans from the outside world. As the car pulled up to the entrance, Y/n felt a surge of memories rush back to her.

She stepped out of the car, her eyes fixed on the grand entrance of her childhood home. The ornate doors opened before her, and she was met with the sight of her family gathered in the lavish foyer. Her three siblings stood before her – Han Ji-Woon, the determined and driven elder son; Han Soo-Min, the shrewd and calculating second daughter; and Han Tae-Jun, the charismatic and charming younger son. They were all dressed impeccably, exuding an air of authority and ambition.

"Noona, you're finally back!" Ji-Woon exclaimed, his voice tinged with a mixture of surprise and relief. He stepped forward and enveloped her in a tight hug.

Y/n smiled, returning his hug warmly. "It's good to see you, Ji-Woon. It's been too long."

Soo-Min's gaze was appraising as she looked Y/n up and down. "You've certainly adapted well to the Western style," she commented, a hint of skepticism in her voice.

Y/n chuckled, not missing the subtle challenge in her sister's words. "Well, living in New York does that to you. How have things been here?"

Tae-Jun grinned, his charm evident as always. "Oh, you know, the usual power struggles and corporate drama. You've missed quite a bit, Noona."

Y/n glanced between her siblings, sensing an undercurrent of tension beneath their greetings. It was as if her return had disrupted the delicate balance of power that had settled in her absence. She knew her siblings well, and she could read the guarded expressions in their eyes.

Soo-Min's smile, while polite, carried an edge of rivalry. Ji-Woon's grip on her arm tightened almost imperceptibly, a sign that he was not entirely thrilled by her return. Even Tae-Jun's easygoing demeanor seemed forced, his charm masking deeper emotions.

Y/n's smile remained poised, but she couldn't ignore the subtle tension. "I've heard bits and pieces about the family dynamics from afar. I can only imagine the drama," she said with a soft chuckle, attempting to diffuse the tension.

Soo-Min's lips quirked into a knowing smile. "You have no idea."

Ji-Woon's tone held a note of challenge. "It's a different world now. You've been away for a long time."

Tae-Jun chimed in, trying to lighten the mood. "But we're all here now, together again. Let's make the most of it."

The atmosphere remained charged as they exchanged pleasantries and caught up on each other's lives. The uneasy undertone persisted, each sibling subtly jockeying for position, their ambition for the chairman position palpable. Y/n navigated the conversation with grace, recognizing the underlying tensions that had simmered to the surface.

Soo-Min's words carried an edge as she inquired, "So, Unnie, have you finally come back to stake a claim in the family business?"

Y/n's smile remained serene. "I'm here for family, Soo-Min. That's always been my priority."

Ji-Woon's gaze turned piercing as he remarked, "Family is important, but so is commitment. Some of us have been carrying the weight of this business on our shoulders."

Tae-Jun interjected, trying to lighten the mood. "Come on, let's not turn this into a confrontation right away. We've all missed Y/n, and I'm sure there's plenty of time for serious discussions later."

Y/n nodded, appreciating Tae-Jun's attempt to ease the tension. But deep down, she knew that her return had sent shockwaves through the carefully constructed power dynamics within the family. She was a wildcard, a variable they hadn't accounted for – a successful woman who had built her own life far from the corridors of power in Seoul.

Y/n navigated the subtle tension that clung to the air, her siblings' scrutinizing gazes like a weight upon her shoulders.

"Where's Father?" she inquired with a measured tone, her gaze shifting between Ji-Woon, Soo-Min, and Tae-Jun.

Ji-Woon's expression was guarded as he replied, "He's in his study. Probably reviewing some important documents."

Soo-Min's eyes held a spark of curiosity, her tone laced with skepticism. "Why do you want to see Father so urgently, Y/n? It's not like you've been in a hurry to return home all these years."

Y/n met her sister's gaze evenly, not betraying any hint of her true motives. "There are matters that I need to discuss with him. Family matters."

Tae-Jun, always one to ease tensions, interjected with a grin, "Well, we wouldn't want to keep you from those pressing family matters, would we? Go on, see Father. We'll catch up later."

As Y/n turned to leave her siblings, she heard them exchange hushed comments under their breath, their snarky remarks echoing in the hallway. She couldn't help but smile at the realization that despite the years that had passed, some things remained unchanged.

"Always the mysterious one, our Y/n," Soo-Min's voice dripped with sarcasm, and Ji-Woon let out a chuckle that seemed more mocking than genuine.

Y/n stopped in her tracks, turning to face her siblings with an arched eyebrow. "And you two? Still as competitive as ever, I see."

Tae-Jun grinned, attempting to defuse the tension. "Come on, don't be too hard on them. It's just been a while since our parents have seen the eldest daughter return from the distant lands of America."

Y/n's lips curved into a sly smile. "Ah, yes. The prodigal daughter returns, and the siblings gather like vultures sensing fresh prey."

Ji-Woon's tone grew serious. "You can't deny that your sudden return has raised questions, Y/n. We've all been through a lot since you left."

Y/n's gaze met Ji-Woon's, and she could see the underlying challenge in his eyes. "I never claimed to be ignorant of the past. But as for my return, you can believe whatever you wish."

Soo-Min's voice turned icy. "We know you too well, Y/n. You've always been the one who manages to escape the family drama while we deal with the consequences."

Tae-Jun, sensing the escalating tension, chimed in, "Let's not start a fight right now. We're all here together after so long. Can't we enjoy a moment of peace?"

Y/n's smile remained enigmatic, her eyes glinting with a mixture of amusement and resolve. "You're right, Tae-Jun. We should cherish this moment. After all, who knows what the future holds?"

With that, she turned and continued down the hallway, leaving her siblings to exchange puzzled glances. As their voices faded behind her, she found herself reflecting on the web of emotions that had always characterized their relationships. The competitive spirit, the simmering rivalries, and the unspoken desires – they were all woven into the fabric of their family dynamics.

Just as Y/n was lost in her thoughts, she heard a warm voice call her name. "Miss Y/n."

Turning, she saw the head maid, Seo Mi-Young, approaching with a gentle smile. Y/n's face lit up, and she moved forward to embrace the older woman.

"Mi-Young, I've missed you," Y/n said, holding the embrace for a moment before pulling back. "How have you been?"

The head maid's eyes twinkled with affection. "I've been well, Miss Y/n. It's good to have you back."

Y/n nodded, feeling a surge of warmth. "Thank you. I'm glad to be back."

Mi-Young's gaze held a knowing depth as she looked at Y/n. "You've grown into a remarkable woman, Miss Y/n. I remember the young girl who used to follow me around, full of curiosity and spirit."

Y/n smiled, a fondness in her eyes. "Those were good times, Mi-Young. You were like a mother to me."

The head maid's smile deepened a hint of emotion in her eyes. "And you were like the daughter I never had."

As they spoke, Y/n could feel the years melting away, the familiarity of Mi-Young's presence wrapping around her like a comforting embrace. She had spent countless hours with the head maid, learning about life, family, and responsibility. Mi-Young had been the one to guide her through her early years, nurturing her with wisdom and love.

Mi-Young cleared her throat gently. "Your parents are in the study. They've been waiting for your return."

Y/n nodded, a mixture of anticipation and trepidation stirring within her. "Thank you, Mi-Young. It's time I spoke to them."

Mi-Young's eyes held a mixture of understanding and support. "Remember, Miss Y/n, your path may have taken you far, but your roots are still here. Your parents love you, no matter how many miles separate you."

With a final smile, Y/n bid her farewell and followed Mi-Young through the corridors. Small talk flowed between them as they walked, the familiar rhythm of their conversations evoking a sense of nostalgia and comfort. Mi-Young's presence was a balm to her soul, a reminder of the family she had left behind.

Y/n stood before the door to her father's study, her heart pounding with a mix of anticipation and anxiety. The weight of the past, the years of separation, and the unspoken expectations hung heavily in the air, creating a tension that seemed almost tangible. She took a deep breath, summoned her resolve, and pushed the door open.

As the door swung open, Y/n's gaze met the sight of her parents seated across from each other – a juxtaposition of warmth and sternness. Her mother, elegant and regal, was the embodiment of grace and welcome. Her eyes lit up as she saw her eldest daughter enter, and a smile spread across her face.

"Y/n, you're finally here," her mother exclaimed, her voice carrying a mixture of joy and relief. She stood up and opened her arms, welcoming Y/n into an embrace that felt like a long-overdue homecoming.

Tears threatened to well up in Y/n's eyes, but she held them at bay. She allowed her mother to wrap her arms around her, standing there stiffly as if a stranger was hugging her. The embrace felt foreign, a reminder of the emotional distance that had always existed between them.

"Mother," Y/n said, her tone polite but distant. "It's been a while."

Her mother's hands tightened for a moment before she released Y/n, her smile faltering slightly. Y/n could see the hurt in her mother's eyes, a flicker of emotion that was quickly concealed.

"Indeed, it has," her mother replied, her voice taking on a more formal tone. "We're glad to have you back."

Y/n's gaze then turned to her father, his stern expression unyielding as ever. She offered a nod in acknowledgment, not bothering with any formalities. Her father's gaze held hers for a moment before he inclined his head in a brief nod.

"Y/n," he said, his voice as measured as ever.

"Father," she replied, her tone equally detached.

The tension in the room was palpable, an unspoken undercurrent that seemed to swirl around them. Y/n could feel the weight of unspoken questions, the expectations that had brought her back, and the uncertainty of what lay ahead.

Her mother's voice broke the silence, her tone light yet with an undercurrent of concern. "Y/n, you've been away for so long. We've missed you."

Y/n's gaze shifted to her mother, and she offered a small smile that didn't quite reach her eyes. "Yes, Mother. It's been an interesting time."

Her mother's eyes softened, her worry evident. "There's much to catch up on. We'll have time to discuss everything."

Y/n nodded, her heart heavy with the knowledge that some conversations would be harder than others. The past, the present, and the future converged in this room, a space that held the echoes of years gone by and the promises of what was yet to come.

As they settled into the conversation, Y/n could feel the weight of her father's gaze upon her, his expectations unspoken yet ever-present. The tension remained, a reminder of the complexities that defined their relationships and the challenges that lay ahead. The room seemed to hold its breath, as if bracing for the decisions that would shape the future of the Han family – decisions that rested in the hands of a woman who had returned, carrying with her the echoes of her past and the hopes of a new beginning.

But as the conversation continued, her father's gaze remained unyielding, his words measured and businesslike. It was as if they were discussing a transaction rather than matters of family and heart. Y/n's mother excused herself with a warm smile, leaving Y/n alone with her father.

Once they were alone, her father stood up and walked to the window, his gaze fixed on the sprawling estate beyond. The tension seemed to thicken, the air heavy with unspoken words.

"Y/n," he began, his voice taking on a more solemn tone, "I'm sure you're wondering why I asked you to return."

Y/n's heart raced as she nodded, her gaze fixed on her father's back. "Yes, Father. I must admit, I was surprised by the urgency of your call."

He remained silent for a moment, his eyes distant as if lost in thought. "You've been away for years, pursuing your education and your career. I've watched you from afar, proud of your accomplishments."

Y/n's confusion deepened. "Thank you, Father, but why call me back now?"

He turned to face her, his expression unreadable. "Y/n, you are the eldest daughter of this family. With that comes certain responsibilities."

Y/n furrowed her brows, uncertainty clouding her features. "Responsibilities? I've always carried out my duties as a Han."

Her father's gaze held hers, unyielding. "There is a matter that requires your attention, a matter of great importance to the family."

Y/n's mind raced, trying to piece together the puzzle of her father's words. "What matter, Father?"

He sighed, the weight of his decision evident in his voice. "Y/n, you need to marry and bring an heir to this family."

The words hung in the air like a heavy cloak, and Y/n's heart skipped a beat. The implications of his statement settled over her like a storm cloud, the realization of what he was asking sinking in.

"Marriage?" she echoed, her voice barely above a whisper. "But... why now?"

Her father's gaze softened, a rare glimpse of emotion breaking through his stoic façade. "Y/n, as you well know, our family's legacy and our position in society are of utmost importance. We need a strong alliance to secure our future."

Y/n's mind raced, memories and emotions colliding in a whirlwind. The weight of tradition, the expectations of her family, and the choices she had made all seemed to converge in this moment.

Her father's gaze turned distant again as if he was recalling a distant memory. "You remember Min Yoongi, don't you?"

Y/n's heart skipped a beat, her mind flashing back to her childhood – the fleeting moments, the shared laughter, and the unspoken connection she had once felt with the young boy who had grown up to be the CEO of Min Tech Solutions.

"Min Yoongi," she murmured, her voice tinged with surprise. "Yes, I remember him."

Her father's gaze bore into hers, his tone measured. "He is a family friend, and he has agreed to enter into a marriage alliance with us. You two have known each other since childhood. Your union would not only strengthen our ties but also secure the future of our family legacy."

Y/n's thoughts spun, the gravity of the situation settling over her like a heavy fog.

Marry Min Yoongi?

The memories of their shared moments flashed through her mind – the laughter, the camaraderie, and the unspoken affection that had once existed between them. But those memories were from a time when life was simpler when the weight of family expectations and societal pressures had not yet fully taken hold.

"Father, I..." Y/n's voice faltered her emotions a tangle of uncertainty and conflicted feelings.

Her father's gaze held hers, his voice softening with a rare touch of empathy. "Y/n, I understand that this is not an easy. But you are the eldest daughter, and your role in the family is significant."

Y/n's mind raced, torn between her duty to her family and the desires of her heart. She had spent years building her own life, pursuing her dreams, and shaping her identity far from the confines of tradition. Now, faced with the weight of her father's expectations and the memories of a past connection, she found herself at a crossroads.

As the silence stretched between them, the room seemed to hold its breath, waiting for her response. The decisions she would make in the coming days would shape not only her life but the lives of those around her. The legacy of the Han family, the echoes of tradition, and the complexities of her heart all converged in this moment, a moment that would define the course of her future.

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Y/n sat alone in her newly decorated room, the gentle glow of the chandelier casting a soft light across the space. The room felt both familiar and foreign, a reflection of the changes she had undergone during her time abroad. The walls are now adorned with tasteful artwork and subdued colors, a departure from the vibrant hues of her youth. It was as though the room itself had grown up alongside her.

Gazing at her reflection in the mirror, Y/n winced as she dabbed at the small cut on her cheek. The wound wasn't deep, but its sting seemed to reverberate throughout her being. She had spent hours crying, her tears a mixture of anger, frustration, and a profound sense of betrayal.

As she gently applied the antiseptic ointment, Y/n couldn't help but replay the argument with her father in her mind. The coldness in his eyes, the way his voice had cut through the air like a blade – it was an image that was etched into her memory. She had never seen him so consumed by rage, and it chilled her to the bone.

Tears welled up in her eyes again as she thought about the lack of remorse in his expression, the way he seemed more concerned with maintaining his authority than with the pain he had caused her. It was as though their relationship had been reduced to a mere transaction, a business deal to secure their family's legacy.

Her gaze shifted to the photograph on her nightstand – a snapshot from her time in New York, surrounded by friends who had become her chosen family. A bittersweet smile tugged at her lips as she remembered the carefree days, the nights spent exploring the city, and the laughter that had been a constant companion.

Y/n sighed heavily, her reflection in the mirror mirroring her inner turmoil. She never thought her life would turn out like this. Yes, she understood the weight of her family's wealth and status, the expectations that came with it. But the reality of her situation – the callousness of her own father's request, the resentment from her siblings who saw her return as a threat – was a bitter pill to swallow.

She wished she could go back to the days when her dreams were simpler when her biggest concern was whether Min Yoongi would ever notice her, the boy with the captivating smile who had once occupied her prepubescent fantasies. But reality had a way of shattering such illusions, revealing the harsh truths that lay beneath.

Dressed in a silk robe, Y/n let out a shaky breath and turned away from the mirror. She walked to the window, gazing out at the night sky. The city lights twinkled in the distance, a stark contrast to the darkness that had settled within her heart.

Closing her eyes, she leaned her forehead against the cool glass. She wished she had ignored that phone call from her father, wished she had stayed in New York where she had forged her own path, far away from the suffocating expectations of her family. But now, she was back in Korea, caught in a web of obligations and traditions that seemed to tighten around her with every passing moment.

Y/n knew that the road ahead wouldn't be easy. The wounds on her cheek would heal, but the wounds within her heart – the fractures in her relationship with her family, the shattered dreams of a love that had turned into a cruel twist of fate – those wounds would take time to mend.

As she stood lost in her thoughts, a gentle knock on the door startled her. Y/n turned, her eyes meeting the concerned gaze of Mi-Young, the head maid who had been a steadfast presence in her life since childhood. The years hadn't changed Mi-Young much; her hair had turned a little grayer, but her eyes still held the same warmth and care that Y/n remembered.

But as Mi-Young's gaze fell on the cut on Y/n's cheek, her professional demeanor dropped entirely. Without hesitation, she rushed forward, her hands cupping Y/n's face in a loving manner. She inspected the wound carefully, her expression a mix of worry and tenderness.

"Oh, my dear child," Mi-Young murmured, her voice a mixture of concern and affection. "You shouldn't be handling this alone."

Y/n managed a small, reassuring smile as she reached up to touch Mi-Young's hand. "It's not too bad, Mi-Young. Just a scratch."

Mi-Young's eyes searched Y/n's face, concern still evident in her features. Before she could say anything, Y/n's fingers tightened gently on her wrist. She seemed torn between her role as a servant and her genuine care for the young woman she had watched grow up. Before she could say anything,

"I promise you, I'm okay," Y/n reassured her, her voice soft but determined. "But what's going on, Mi-Young? Why did you come?"

Mi-Young took a step back, her hands folding neatly in front of her. "Your future husband and his family will be attending later on this week as well as a dress fitting scheduled to prepare for the dinner," she said, her tone shifting back to her professional demeanor.

A heaviness settled in Y/n's chest at the reminder of the looming arranged marriage. She nodded, her gaze dropping to the floor for a moment before she looked back at Mi-Young.

Y/n's heart sank even further. The reality of the situation was closing in on her, suffocating her with its weight. She managed a small nod, her mind already racing with thoughts of how to navigate the days ahead.

"Miss Y/n," Mi-Young's voice was gentle, "I know this is difficult. But remember, you are stronger than you think. You've faced challenges before, and you've come out of them even more resilient."

A tear finally escaped Y/n's eye, and she wiped it away with a frustrated sigh. "Within twelve hours of being back, I'm already thrust back into this toxic environment. I'm just supposed to be okay with it."

Mi-Young's arms encircled Y/n in a warm embrace, offering a silent understanding. "I know it's not easy, my dear. But you have the strength to face whatever comes your way. And remember, I'm here for you, just like I always have been."

Y/n's grip tightened on Mi-Young's embrace as she allowed herself a moment of vulnerability. She let her guard down, allowing the tears to flow as she clung to the one person who had always shown her unwavering kindness and love.

Mi-Young held her close, a motherly figure providing comfort in a world that felt so overwhelming. "It's okay to feel upset, Y/n. Your feelings are valid. But don't forget the resilient spirit you've carried with you since you were a child."

Y/n's voice trembled as she spoke, her emotions raw and unfiltered. "I just... I already want to go back to New York. I miss the life I had there, where I was free to be myself without all these expectations."

Mi-Young pulled back slightly to meet Y/n's gaze, her eyes filled with compassion. "I understand, my dear. But remember, you can still be yourself, even in the midst of these challenges. It may be a different path, but it's still yours to shape."

A tear rolled down Y/n's cheek as she looked into Mi-Young's eyes, a mix of gratitude and sadness. "Thank you, Mi-Young. Your words mean more to me than you'll ever know."

Mi-Young smiled softly, brushing a stray strand of hair from Y/n's face. "I want to see you happy."

Y/n's heart swelled at Mi-Young's words, a rush of warmth replacing the ache within her. She leaned into the embrace once more, finding solace in Mi-Young's unwavering presence. "Thank you."

"And, Miss Y/n," Mi-Young hesitated, her eyes softening once again. "I've been informed that arrangements have been made to move all your belongings into the Han mansion."

Y/n's eyebrows furrowed in surprise. "Move my things? But I never..."

She trailed off, realizing that her father was likely behind this decision. The idea of living under the same roof as her family was suffocating. She needed space, a place where she could breathe and be herself.

"Thank you, Mi-Young," Y/n said softly, her voice tinged with gratitude. "But I won't be moving into the Han mansion. I've already made arrangements to move into a penthouse. I need my own space."

Mi-Young's eyes widened slightly, but then a knowing smile tugged at her lips. "Of course, Miss Y/n. I'll make sure your wishes are conveyed."

As Mi-Young turned to leave, Y/n reached out and gently touched her arm. "Mi-Young, thank you. Thank you for always being here for me."

Mi-Young's smile grew warmer. "It's my honor, Miss Y/n. Remember, no matter where you are, you always have a family here."

With those words, Mi-Young left the room, leaving Y/n alone with her thoughts once again. As she stared out the window into the night, the weight of her decisions and the uncertainty of her future pressed heavily upon her.

-

The Han family mansion exuded opulence, every detail meticulously designed to exalt their stature. The grand chandeliers bathed the room in a soft, warm glow, illuminating the surroundings with an air of luxury that befitted the family's reputation. In the midst of this refined setting, Han Y/n stood poised, an embodiment of grace and elegance.

Y/n wore a floor-length gown made of a rich burgundy fabric that flowed elegantly, adorned with intricate embroidery that traced delicate patterns along the edges. The dress hugged her figure in all the right places, the off-shoulder neckline adding a touch of sophistication. The traditional elements of the gown were seamlessly blended with a modern silhouette, reflecting her unique blend of heritage and contemporary flair.

As she descended the grand staircase, the soft rustle of the fabric accompanied each step, a symphony of poise and confidence. Her dark hair was swept up in an elaborate bun, adorned with delicate pins that glimmered like stars against the night sky. A pair of elegant diamond earrings caught the light, framing her face with a subtle, radiant glow.

The dinner was set to take place in the family's opulent dining room, a space that had witnessed countless meetings and celebrations over the years. Y/n took her place at the table, next to her father who occupied the head of the table. Her mother and siblings were arranged on the other side – Han Ji-Woon, Han Soo-Min, and Han Tae-Jun.

As Y/n settled into her seat, the atmosphere was charged with an undercurrent of tension. Her father's presence at the head of the table was a stark reminder of his authority and the power dynamics within the family.

The staff moved with practiced grace, bringing out dish after dish in a perfectly choreographed dance. The staff moved around the table, pouring wine and attending to each family member's needs. Their presence was an unspoken reminder of the family's status and the rigid hierarchies that defined their lives.

As the first course was served, the silence was broken by the sound of Soo-Min's voice, laced with a tone that dripped with sarcasm. "My, my, Unnie. What a lovely fashion statement you're making with that cut on your cheek. It's positively daring."

Y/n met her sister's gaze, her annoyance barely concealed. "And what's that supposed to mean, Soo-Min?"

Soo-Min's smirk was evident, her words laced with provocation. "Oh, nothing much. Just wondering if it's the latest trend to showcase your independence."

Y/n's eyes narrowed, her patience wearing thin. "You know that's not why it's there."

Soo-Min's scoff was barely contained. "Oh, I'm well aware. I'm just curious how you acquired such a daring accessory."

Y/n's frustration bubbled to the surface. "Believe me, it's none of your business."

Soo-Min's smile turned into a sly grin. "Oh, come now, Y/n. Are you trying to hide something from us? Did someone give you that cut, or did you give it to yourself for a bit of attention?"

The accusation hung in the air like a challenge, and Y/n's resolve hardened. "You really have a knack for twisting things, don't you? Unlike you, Soo-Min, I don't have to resort to such tactics for attention."

Soo-Min's smile didn't waver, her eyes locking onto Y/n's. "Is that so? It's just interesting that you've returned after all these years with a sudden need for our family's spotlight."

She could feel her father's eyes on her, his attention heightened by the tense atmosphere. With a calm that belied the turmoil within, Y/n's retort was sharp. "Not that it's any of your concern, Soo-Min, but I accidentally nicked myself."

The retort held a subtle edge, a reminder that Y/n was no longer the compliant older sister who would silently endure the barbs of her family. The room seemed to hold its breath for a moment, the tension palpable as Y/n's words hung in the air.

Soo-Min's lips curved into a sardonic smile, her eyes narrowing as their gazes locked. The exchange carried an unspoken challenge, a clash of wills that simmered beneath the polished surface of their interactions.

Ji-Woon's voice, smooth as silk but laced with an undertone of rivalry, cut in. "Must we engage in this petty banter, especially tonight of all nights?"

Tae-Jun's infectious charm seemed to counter the growing tension, his voice lighthearted. "Come on, let's not dampen the mood. We're all here as a family, right?"

Their mother, elegant and composed, cleared her throat softly. Her gentle but firm voice carried a hint of caution. "Let's remember the purpose of this gathering. We are here to celebrate Y/n's return"

But the unspoken tensions lingered, threatening to boil over at any moment. Y/n could feel the weight of her father's gaze on her, a reminder that their actions were being scrutinized.

As Soo-Min opened her mouth, a tense argument looming on the horizon, their mother's hand on her arm silenced her. A subtle but stern gaze passed between them, and Soo-Min subsided, albeit begrudgingly.

Ji-Woon leaned forward, his tone dripping with sarcasm. "Of course, Mother. How could we forget the importance?"

Soo-Min shot him a look of annoyance, her sharp retort quick on her tongue. "Oh, don't pretend like you're not eager for the chairman position yourself, Oppa."

Y/n watched the back-and-forth with a mixture of frustration and resignation. It was a familiar dance, one they had engaged in countless times before – a competition for their father's favor, a rivalry fueled by their shared ambition. As the siblings' bickering continued, the room seemed to crackle with tension, an electric charge that threatened to ignite at any moment.

Tae-Jun, ever the peacemaker, attempted to intervene. "Hey, can we please just enjoy this dinner and put our differences aside for once?"

But Soo-Min's retort was swift and biting. "It's easy for you to say, Tae-Jun. You don't have to prove yourself like the rest of us."

Soo-Min's lips curled into a half-smile, the tension between them simmering beneath the surface. The exchange didn't go unnoticed by their father, whose eyes bore into Y/n with an intensity that sent a chill down her spine.

"Enough," her father's voice cut through the air, his words curt and commanding. The table fell into an uneasy silence, the weight of his authority hanging over them.

Y/n shifted her gaze to her plate, her appetite diminished by the atmosphere that had settled over the room. She could feel her father's gaze lingering on her, a reminder of the expectations that loomed over her. Despite the elaborate surroundings and the lavish meal before her, she felt trapped in a web of obligations and familial pressures.

Ji-Woon, the elder son, cleared his throat, his voice carrying an air of self-assuredness. "Father, I've been considering ways to expand our hotel chain into international markets. I believe this move would significantly boost our revenue."

Y/n's father nodded approvingly, his attention shifting from Y/n to Ji-Woon. "Continue your research, Ji-Woon. We need to maintain our stronghold in the industry."

Soo-Min's voice cut in, her tone calculating. "And what about Y/n, Father? She's been away for years. Will she now be contributing her ideas for the company?"

The tension in the room escalated, the underlying rivalry between the siblings palpable. Y/n met Soo-Min's gaze, her eyes holding a mixture of defiance and weariness. "Soo-Min, if I recall correctly, your concern for my involvement seems rather sudden."

Soo-Min's smile was sharp, her words laced with a hint of condescension. "Well, we all know that you've been enjoying your freedom abroad while the rest of us have been working diligently to uphold the family's legacy."

The atmosphere grew increasingly strained, the unspoken animosities simmering just beneath the surface. Y/n's father interjected, his voice firm. "Enough of this. We are family, and we should be supporting each other's efforts, not tearing each other down."

Tae-Jun attempted to diffuse the tension with a charismatic grin. "Father's right. Let's focus on the future and the opportunities that lie ahead."

Their mother, who had remained silent, finally spoke up, her voice carrying a note of warmth. "This dinner is meant to celebrate Y/n's return to Korea. Let's not allow disagreements to overshadow this moment."

Tae-Jun seized the opportunity to contribute positively. "Thank you, mom, you're very right. We should be celebrating as a family. Noona, we've missed you."

Y/n offered a small, genuine smile in return, appreciating her brother's attempt to ease the tension. "Thank you, Tae-Jun. I've missed all of you too."

Soo-Min, though less overtly hostile, couldn't resist a snide comment. "Yes, it's been such a long time since we've seen you, Y/n. We're eager to hear about your adventures in America."

Ji-Woon interjected with his characteristic charm, trying to lighten the mood. "Tell us, Y/n, did you meet any interesting people during your time abroad?"

Their mother, sensing the need to maintain harmony, directed the conversation towards less contentious topics. "Y/n, have you seen the new renovations we've done to the mansion? We wanted everything to be perfect for your return."

Y/n nodded, genuinely impressed by the tasteful changes made to the family home. "Yes, Mother, it's beautiful. You've done a wonderful job."

The staff, who had been discreetly observing the family dynamics, continued their duties with a quiet efficiency. The tension, though temporarily diffused, still lingered beneath the surface, a constant presence that defined the relationships within the Han family.

As the evening continued, the conversation shifted towards more neutral subjects – the family's business ventures, upcoming social events, and Y/n's future plans. Despite the efforts to maintain civility, the underlying currents of competition and ambition continued to simmer, a reflection of the complex web of relationships that bound the Han family together.

-

Min Yoongi strode into Min Tech Solutions, his steps echoing through the sleek, modern lobby of the towering building. Dressed impeccably in a tailored black suit, his presence demanded attention. He was the embodiment of power and control, his cold demeanor only accentuating his status. To the employees, he was the enigmatic CEO of the company, known for his brilliance in technology and his strategic mind.

Behind him trailed his two closest friends—Jung Hoseok, his dedicated and efficient assistant, and Kim Seokjin, the charismatic head manager of the company. Despite their different roles, the trio had been inseparable since their school days, their camaraderie unbreakable.

As they made their way through the lobby, the employees paused in their tracks, bowing respectfully as Yoong passed by. It was a well-established ritual; a silent acknowledgment of his position. The private elevator beckoned at the far end of the lobby, its sleek doors sliding open upon their approach. Stepping inside, the trio was enveloped in the elevator's plush interior, a cocoon of silence and anticipation. It began its ascent, carrying them toward the upper echelons of the building, where the executive offices lay like a sanctum of innovation.

Hoseok leaned forward slightly, his tablet in hand, and began to brief Yoongi on the day's schedule. "Sir, you have a busy day ahead. First, a meeting with Kim Namjoon regarding artwork, followed by a suit fitting, dinner with your parents and brother."

Yoongi nodded along, his gaze focused on the numbers ticking up on the digital display. However, his attention snapped back to Hoseok as the next item on the agenda was mentioned.

"Lastly, you're supposed to contact your soon-to-be wife, Han Y/n."

Yoongi's brows furrowed, and he exchanged a puzzled glance with Seokjin. It was a rare occurrence for anything to surprise him, but this unexpected piece of information managed to do just that. He turned to Hoseok, a mix of disbelief and irritation evident in his voice. "What are you talking about?"

Seokjin chimed in, his curiosity piqued. "Yeah, Hoseok, what's this about a wife?"

Hoseok furrowed his brows, glancing down at his tablet again, as if the answer might have slipped onto the screen without his notice. "I... I'm not sure, Yoongi-hyung. It's on the schedule, but I wasn't informed of the details."

Seokjin leaned against the mirrored wall, his brows furrowing in contemplation. "This is unexpected, Yoongi. Are your parents aware of this?"

Yoongi's lips formed a thin line as he shook his head. "I have no idea. This is the first time I'm hearing about it."

Hoseok fiddled with his tablet, his brows knitting together as he tapped on the screen. "Wait a minute, let me check something."

As the elevator continued its climb, Hoseok's expression shifted from confusion to realization. He sucked in a sharp breath. "I think I know what might be happening."

Yoongi and Seokjin turned their attention to Hoseok, waiting for an explanation.

Hoseok looked up, his eyes locking with Yoongi's. "It looks like someone added this to your schedule without proper communication. And based on the timing, I have a strong feeling that this lunch with your family is more than just a casual gathering. I think they might be planning to discuss your marriage, Yoongi-hyung."

Seokjin shot Hoseok a look of disbelief. "Are you saying Yoongi is getting married? Without even knowing about it?"

Hoseok's expression mirrored Seokjin's incredulity. "I don't have any more information than what's on the schedule, guys. But if it's there, it seems to be something your parents are orchestrating."

The air in the elevator seemed to grow heavier with every passing second. Yoongi's eyes widened, his mind struggling to grasp the enormity of the revelation. Marriage? The notion seemed utterly foreign, especially given that he was entirely unaware of any such arrangement. His heart pounded, and his fingers curled into tight fists at his sides.

Yoongi leaned against the elevator wall, his mind racing as he tried to process the information. "This doesn't make sense. I'm not even in a relationship, let alone engaged."

Seokjin let out a low whistle. "This is some next-level parental intervention."

The elevator chimed, indicating their arrival at the executive floor. The doors slid open, revealing the minimalist design of the top-level offices. Yoongi stepped out, his thoughts still in turmoil.

Seokjin's eyes widened in realization, his voice a mixture of awe and amusement. "Yoongi, you're the unsuspecting star of a real-life K-drama plot."

A rare quirk tugged at the corner of Yoongi's lips. The absurdity of the situation was not lost on him, and the irony of being caught in his own storyline was almost amusing.

-

The sun had risen on a new day, casting its warm light across the bustling streets of Seoul. Amidst the city's vibrant energy, Y/n found herself seated in a familiar haven—a cozy Korean barbecue restaurant that held a wealth of memories. By her side were her steadfast companions, Jimin and Jungkook, the bonds of their friendship unyielding even across time zones and continents. The three of them had shared countless meals and memories over the years, and their bond remained as strong as ever despite the distance and time that had passed.

"Y/n, you're really trying to out-eat us today, huh?" Jungkook teased, his eyes dancing with amusement as he placed a piece of meat on the grill.

Y/n chuckled, a mischievous glint in her eyes. "Oh, you know I have to keep up with you two somehow."

Jimin chimed in with a playful grin. "Yeah, Jungkook's metabolism is like a black hole. I don't know where all that food goes."

Jungkook shot Jimin a mock-offended look. "Hey, watch it. I take offense to that."

The trio's camaraderie was palpable as they shared stories from their recent adventures. Just two months ago, both Jimin and Jungkook had been in New York for work, and they'd managed to catch up with Y/n despite their busy schedules. It was moments like these that bridged the gap between continents and reaffirmed their unbreakable bond.

Amid the friendly banter, Jimin's tone turned more serious as he leaned back in his chair, fixing his gaze on Y/n. "So, Y/n, you're the talk of Korea these days."

Y/n's eyes widened in feigned innocence. "What? Who told you that?"

Jungkook chuckled, shaking his head. "Come on, Y/n. You know everyone's buzzing about your return. People are practically writing novels about it."

Y/n chuckled. She had expected her arrival to go relatively unnoticed, considering her family's business dealings and her complex relationship with them. Yet, both of her friend's words made her realize that her mere presence seemed to stir up interest and conversations all around.

"We're serious, everyone's been talking about you coming back," Jimin remarked with an amused grin.

Y/n raised an eyebrow in surprise. "Really? I didn't think it would be that big of a deal."

Jungkook chimed in, his playful smirk matching Jimin's. "Well, you've always been somewhat of an idol to people here. Even in the States, you managed to stay kind and down-to-earth despite your background."

“Idol?” Y/n chuckled, shaking her head. "I'm just me, guys. I don't get what the fuss is about."

Jimin pulled out his phone and tapped a few times before showing Y/n a news article with her picture. "Well, this might give you an idea."

Y/n took a glance at the article, her eyes widening slightly at the headline. "Seriously? They're writing articles about me coming back?"

Jimin grinned mischievously. "Oh, you're a hot topic right now."

Y/n shook her head, still finding it hard to believe. "It's weird, isn't it? I mean, I've been away for years. Why would people care?"

"Well, you're the eldest of your family, last I checked unless you have an older sibling no one knows about. And considering your family's reputation, your return might be seen as something significant." Jungkook leaned back in his chair, looking thoughtful. "The eldest of the Han family returns after mysterious disappearance years ago, is it to save the Marblegold group? That kind headline does have is rather captivating.”

“Cut it out Jungkook,” Jimin says hitting his shoulder, “You can’t even spell captivating.”

Bucking towards Jimin, Jungkook was about to attack his hyung before both of their attention turns to Y/n as she sighed softly, her expression tinged with resignation. "Yeah, I guess so. The Han family isn't exactly known for its pristine reputation."

Jimin and Jungkook exchanged a knowing look, their expressions showing sympathy for their friend's predicament. Y/n's family history was something they were familiar with, having known her since they were kids. Her complex relationship with her family was something they had witnessed firsthand.

Jimin, with his warm smile and easygoing demeanor, had carved a name for himself in the world of dance and choreography. His creativity and passion had led him to become a successful choreographer, working with renowned artists and creating captivating performances that resonated with audiences worldwide.

On the other hand, Jungkook's journey had taken him into the realm of gaming—a path that had led to immense success. Known as one of the biggest gamers in Korea, Jungkook had built a reputation for his skill, dedication, and charismatic presence. His online presence and gaming prowess had garnered him a dedicated fanbase and had solidified his status as a prominent figure in the gaming community.

As the conversation continued, the trio delved into deeper matters. Y/n found herself opening up about the whirlwind of events that had occurred within the first 24 hours of her return—her arranged marriage, the tension with her siblings, and the unfamiliar path that lay ahead.

Jimin's expression grew serious as he listened, and he leaned forward slightly. "Y/n, are you sure you’re okay withthis?"

Y/n offered a small smile, appreciating the concern in her friends' eyes. "Honestly, I don't know. It's a lot to take in, but I'll have to figure it out."

Jungkook chimed in, his tone gentle. "And this guy you're marrying, Yoongi. Is he someone you know? The name sounds familiar, like I can picture his face but I’m not sure from where."

Y/n's cheeks turned a faint shade of pink as she thought about Yoongi. "Yeah, I actually knew him when we were kids."

Jimin raised an eyebrow playfully. "Is he the Yoongi you had a crush on?"

Y/n playfully swatted at Jimin's arm. "Cut it out, Jimin. But yes, it's the same Yoongi."

Jimin and Y/n shared a laugh at Jungkook's expense, who suddenly choked on a piece of meat from their barbecue feast. Y/n quickly passed him a glass of water, her concern evident as he coughed and sputtered.

"Jungkook, are you okay?" Y/n asked, patting his back gently.

Jungkook finally managed to catch his breath, his face red from the coughing fit. He took a sip of water and shot a playful glare at Jimin. "You two are something else."

Jimin grinned sheepishly. "Hey, you're the one who couldn't handle the truth bomb."

Y/n chuckled, relieved to see Jungkook recovering. "Don't worry, Jungkook. We won't drop any more shocking news on you."

Jungkook shook his head with a dramatic sigh. "I should've known better than to eat while you two are talking."

Once the laughter subsided, Jimin turned the conversation towards a more serious topic. "Y/n, is there going to be an official statement about your sudden return and this marriage situation?"

Y/n shrugged her shoulders, her expression uncertain. "I don't know, guys. Honestly, I don't have control over these things. It's all happening so fast."

Jimin and Jungkook exchanged a glance, their expressions reflecting concern and sympathy. They had known Y/n long enough to understand the complexities of her family dynamics and the challenges she faced. Without saying a word, their supportive presence spoke volumes.

Jimin leaned forward, his expression concerned. "But are you at least going to stay with your parents until the wedding?"

Y/n shook her head, her eyes distant for a moment. "No, I'm not staying with them. I stayed with them last night, but my new penthouse should be ready this afternoon. Even when I'm married, I intend to have it as a place of solitude A place I can go to when I just need to be alone "

Jungkook raised an eyebrow, curiosity evident in his voice. "A penthouse? That's quite the upgrade."

Y/n chuckled softly. "Well, I guess the Han family name has its perks. But honestly, it's just a place to stay. I don't want to be in the middle of all the family drama."

Jimin nodded in understanding. "Can't blame you for that. Family dynamics can be... complicated."

Y/n's smile turned wistful, a hint of sadness in her eyes. "You have no idea."

"So you're really going through with it? "Jungkook says, with a look of sympathy and his eyes. "The marriage?

Y/n sighs as she chews a piece of meat in her mouth before slowly nodding "I don't really have a choice in this."

Without uttering a word, their supportive presence spoke volumes, a testament to the deep bond they shared with Y/n. But just as they settled into a comfortable silence, Y/n noticed something out of the corner of her eye that drew her attention away from the heartfelt conversation.

Paparazzi.

The word alone held a weight that tugged at Y/n's composure. While she had always been adept at maintaining a cool demeanor, the unwelcome intrusion of cameras and attention had always unnerved her. Her return to Korea, marked by the chaos of her family's dynamics and the sudden arranged marriage, had plunged her right back into a spotlight she had never sought.

As if sensing the shift in Y/n's mood, Jungkook's gaze followed hers and found the source of her discomfort—the paparazzi gathered outside the restaurant. The awareness passed like a silent current between the three friends, momentarily casting a shadow over their carefree evening.

Jungkook leans in slightly, his tone gentle yet probing. As Y/n puts a hand up to cover her face, her hair moves behind her revealing the cut that she’s been hiding from them the whole time. "Hey, what happened to your cheek?"

Y/n's heart skipped a beat, and she froze momentarily. Jimin's gaze sharpened, his concern growing. "Y/n, is everything okay? Was it your dad again?"

Her friends' perceptiveness sent a shiver down Y/n's spine. They had known her for so long that they could read her like an open book. She looked down, her fingers tracing the still-fresh cut on her cheek as if lost in thought.

-

After hearing her father's request, Y/n tried her best to hold back her emotions. The news hit her like a tidal wave, leaving her feeling as though she was being treated like a pawn in a game. She had always known that her family's priorities lay heavily with the business and their status, but this was a blow she hadn't expected. Her emotions simmered beneath the surface as she struggled to maintain her composed facade.

"I don't get a choice in all this, do I?" Y/n's voice was steady, but the undertone of frustration was unmistakable.

Her father's silence was deafening. The lack of response fueled the growing agitation within her. The chill demeanor she had cultivated over the years began to crack, revealing the storm of emotions that raged beneath the surface.

"Is this what you've been planning all along?" Y/n's words were sharp, her voice laced with anger. "To use me as a means to boost your business? Because I'm not the son you wanted? Is that it?"

Her father's expression remained stoic, a mask that hid his true thoughts. The silence, the absence of denial, was a confirmation in itself. The pieces of the puzzle fell into place in a way that sent a surge of resentment coursing through her veins.

"You never cared about me, did you?" Y/n's voice grew louder, her frustration breaking through her usual restraint. "All those years in the States, and the only time you ever reached out was about the business. You never once asked how I was. And now, you want to control my life, my future?"

The tension in the room escalated with every word, the air charged with the weight of years of neglect and unspoken resentment. Her father's silence seemed to amplify the roar of her anger.

"Answer me!" Y/n's voice cracked, her composure slipping. "Was this your plan all along?"

Finally, her father's voice cut through the air, a sharp retort that echoed with his authority. "Y/n, you will address me with respect."

The sudden raise in his voice hung in the air like a shockwave. The room fell silent, the tension almost palpable. Y/n's heart raced, her chest heaving as she met her father's gaze with a mixture of defiance and desperation.

"Respect?" Y/n's voice trembled with a mix of anger and hurt. "You demand respect after years of treating me like a commodity? This is why I've never considered you my father."

Her father's expression remained unchanged, his silence a wall that she could not break through. The argument had reached an impasse, the chasm between them widening with every passing moment.

"You can't force me into this marriage," Y/n's voice quivered with determination. "I won't be a pawn in your games."

Her father's voice finally broke the silence, but his tone was cold and measured. "Y/n, you have a duty to this family, to our legacy. It's not about being a pawn, it's about fulfilling your responsibilities."

A bitter laugh escaped Y/n's lips, tinged with irony. "Responsibilities? Is that what you call it? This isn't about family to you. It's about control and image."

Her father's gaze bore into hers, his eyes hardening. "You will marry Min Yoongi. That is not up for negotiation."

The defiance in Y/n's eyes blazed brighter. "Funny you decide this for me, but you don't do the same for your other daughter, Soo-Min."

A tense silence settled over them, a battlefield of wills and unspoken regrets. The air hung heavy with the weight of their opposing desires, the clash of tradition and individuality.

Her father's voice dropped to a chilling whisper. "Think carefully, Y/n. Your actions will have consequences."

Y/n's own voice was laced with a newfound resolve. "So will yours."

Her father's face tightened, his jaw clenched as his gaze bore into her. The tension between them was palpable, a heavy cloud of conflict that seemed to envelop the room.

"Y/n," he said, his voice a low rumble, "you will do as your duty demands."

The words were a command, a final declaration that brooked no argument. The room seemed to vibrate with the weight of their opposing wills, the clash of generations and aspirations.

But Y/n was done yielding to his authority. The fire within her burned bright, fueling her determination to forge her own path, even if it meant challenging the very foundation of her family's expectations.

"I won't marry Min Yoongi," Y/n's voice rang out, her tone resolute. "I won't sacrifice my happiness for your ambitions."

Her father's face reddened, his features contorting with anger. "You are being selfish, Y/n. You're tearing this family apart."

The accusation hung in the air, a bitter accusation that cut deep. The room seemed to vibrate with the tension between them, the years of unspoken grievances finally finding their voice.

"Selfish?" Y/n's voice wavered with a mix of frustration and sorrow. "You've spent years neglecting me, using me for your business, and now you want to dictate my future? This is not the family I want to be a part of."

Her father's fists clenched at his sides, his nostrils flaring as he struggled to contain his anger. The air was charged with their conflicting emotions, a battleground of wills that seemed impossible to resolve.

Lost in her tumultuous thoughts, Y/n barely registered the approaching footsteps until it was too late. Her father, his face a mask of anger and frustration, stood before her.

"Y/n," his voice was a low growl, a stark contrast to the authority he usually commanded. "You will not defy me."

The tension in the air was palpable, a charged silence that crackled between them. Y/n's heart raced, her breath catching in her throat as she met his gaze with a mixture of defiance and trepidation.

"Defy you?" Her voice was laced with bitterness. "What if I were to reveal your true motivations for this marriage?"

Her father's eyes narrowed, a flicker of uncertainty crossing his features. "What are you implying?"

A bitter smile twisted Y/n's lips. "Do you really think I haven't heard the rumors? About your dealings, your secrets? What if those secrets were to see the light of day?"

Her father's face darkened, his hands curling into fists at his sides. The atmosphere was charged with a new kind of tension, one that carried the weight of hidden truths and unspoken threats.

"You wouldn't dare," his voice was a low warning, a thread of desperation creeping in.

Y/n's own voice grew colder, the realization that she held power at this moment giving her a surge of adrenaline. "Try me. I've spent years being your obedient daughter, your pawn. But I won't be silenced any longer."

A strained silence settled over them, the air heavy with the threat of revelation and retaliation. The seconds ticked by, each one echoing with the weight of their choices.

Finally, her father's mask of control shattered. With a guttural roar of frustration, he grabbed a vase off his desk and hurled it in her direction. The glass shattered against the wall, a shard flying dangerously close to Y/n's cheek, leaving a small cut in its wake.

Pain radiated from the cut, a sharp reminder of the turmoil that had erupted between them. Y/n's hand instinctively went to her cheek, her gaze locked onto her father's figure, his chest heaving with rage and regret.

In that moment, the truth hung in the air, a truth that could not be ignored or dismissed. Their relationship, once strained, was now broken beyond repair. The silence between them was heavy, the room feeling like a battleground of shattered expectations and shattered glass.

With a final, seething glare, Y/n turned away and walked out of the room. The door closed behind her, a barrier that seemed to symbolize the irreparable divide that had grown between father and daughter.

Her footsteps echoed through the hallways, her chest heaving as she walked away from the turmoil she had left behind. Her mind raced with a whirlwind of emotions, anger, and sadness mixing in a potent cocktail of conflict.

-

Y/n's response carried a trace of hesitation, a fleeting chink in the armor of her usually collected façade. Attempting to deflect the situation, she offered a wistful smile, her attempt to downplay the significance of the cut on her cheek palpable.

"It's really not a big deal," she finally said, her voice almost dismissive. "Just a small cut. It'll fade in a couple of days or weeks."

Jimin and Jungkook exchanged a knowing look, their mutual understanding woven into their unspoken conversation. They knew well the intricacies of Y/n's family dynamics and the complexities she faced. Instead of delving deeper, Jimin discreetly gestured for the check, a subtle acknowledgment of the paparazzi's impact on their evening.

Their unity was unmistakable as they collected their belongings, readying themselves to leave. Jimin's gesture and Jungkook's nod conveyed a sense of unity, an agreement forged in their shared experience. "Let's wrap up here," Jimin suggested softly, the words a quiet signal to retreat.

Jungkook's agreement echoed with an underlying current of protectiveness as he looked at Y/n. "Yeah, let's get out of here."

The presence of the paparazzi had turned Y/n's demeanor from cool to agitated, the shift in her disposition revealing her vulnerability. The weight of the unwanted attention had stripped away the layers of her practiced nonchalance, exposing the unease that lay beneath.

-

With a sense of urgency, Yoongi, Hoseok, and Seokjin entered Yoongi's corner office and shut the door behind them. The plush surroundings contrasted with the whirlwind of thoughts swirling in their minds. As they gathered around his desk, their brows furrowed in contemplation, each trying to piece together the puzzle that was Han Y/n.

Seokjin furrowed his brow and leaned against the edge of the desk, his eyes narrowing in concentration. "Han Y/n... I swear, I've heard that name somewhere before. But where?"

Hoseok tapped his tablet absentmindedly, his gaze distant as he pondered the enigma. "Yeah, it's like there's a memory floating just out of reach. It's frustrating."

Yoongi, his jacket now neatly hung over the back of his chair, sat before his computer, his posture rigid and his expression as cool and intimidating as ever. His fingers hovered above the keyboard, ready to dig into the virtual realm for answers. He began typing her name into the search bar, the screen populating with a cascade of results. The name held a resonance that couldn't be denied, and he was determined to unearth the connection, even if it meant delving into his own past.

Seokjin's voice cut through the silence, his voice a mixture of frustration and determination. "There's a face tied to that name, I'm sure of it. A face from our past."

The rhythmic tapping of keys paused as Yoongi's fingers stilled above the keyboard. His eyes were fixed on the screen, the images of Han Y/n sparking fragments of recognition within him.

"I remember now. Han Y/n," Yoongi's voice was measured and composed, his cold exterior unwavering even as his mind raced to make sense of the connections.

Hoseok and Seokjin turned their full attention to him, their eyes a mix of curiosity and expectancy. Yoongi swiveled his computer screen to face them, revealing the articles and images that had captured his attention.

"She's the eldest daughter of the Han family," Yoongi's tone held a touch of steel, his gaze fixed on the images on the screen. His demeanor remained as icy and intimidating as ever, the enigma of Han Y/n doing little to thaw his exterior. "We were classmates back in middle school."

Seokjin's eyes widened, a gasp escaping his lips as the puzzle pieces started to fall into place. "Wait, you mean the same Han Y/n who vanished without a trace?"

Yoongi's nod was subtle, his mind a whirlwind of memories and unanswered questions. "Yes, that's her. She was always the quiet, intelligent, but rather beautiful type. And then, one day, she just disappeared."

Hoseok leaned in, his gaze scrutinizing the images on the screen, while his tone held a mixture of curiosity and awe. "And now, she's back in Korea and making waves with her accomplishments."

Seokjin whistled softly, his words carrying a sense of awe and disbelief. "This is surreal. The heiress of the Han family, the same girl we knew, is now at the center of it all."

Yoongi's expression didn't waver, his cold demeanor acting as a shield against the surge of emotions that threatened to break through. "But what's the reason for this marriage? And why bring her back into the fold now?"

A palpable silence enveloped the room, the weight of their thoughts hanging heavy. Yoongi's fingers unconsciously tapped against the keyboard, a rhythmic accompaniment to the intensity of their discussion.

Seokjin leaned back, his expression pensive. "There's more to her story, something we're not seeing."

Hoseok leaned forward, determination evident in his voice. "We need to find out where she was all these years, what she's been up to, and why she's back now."

Yoongi's gaze remained fixed on the photo displayed on his screen, his thoughts racing like a well-oiled machine beneath his calm facade. The photo portrayed a woman who exuded confidence and grace, a far cry from the quiet girl they had known. Her enigmatic smile and poised stance held a thousand untold stories, and Yoongi couldn't shake the feeling that her sudden reappearance was just the beginning of a much larger narrative.

Seokjin's voice pierced the quiet once again, his words carrying a mix of determination and curiosity. "Whatever happened during her absence, and whatever led to this arranged marriage, we're going to find out. There’s no way there isn’t some bigger reasoning behind this."

Hoseok's brows furrowed in contemplation as he glanced between Yoongi and Seokjin. "But the question is, if this arranged marriage is true, why would your parents agree to such a thing?"

At that moment, Yoongi's intense gaze finally shifted away from the photo of Han Y/n on the screen. His eyes held a glint of realization, and his lips curved into a faint, enigmatic smile.

Yoongi leaned back in his chair, his fingers steepled beneath his chin. "Hoseok, find out who added that dinner appointment to my schedule. And I want to know why."

Hoseok nodded, his fingers dancing across his tablet's screen as he began his investigation. He had been through countless tasks and challenges as Yoongi's assistant, but this one seemed to carry an air of significance that couldn't be ignored.

Hoseok looked up from his tablet, his expression a mix of concern and confusion. "Yoongi-hyung, it seems the addition was made by your parents' personal assistant. It's highly unusual for her to act without your parents' approval."

Yoongi's lips pressed into a thin line. "Seems like they've got something up their sleeves."

Seokjin leaned forward, his brow furrowing with a blend of seriousness and concern. "Perhaps it's time to have an open conversation with your family about this, Yoongi. If they're making decisions about your future without your knowledge, it's only fair that you have a say in the matter."

Yoongi's gaze turned distant for a moment, his thoughts drifting to his family and the complicated dynamics that had shaped his life. He was known for his resilience and his ability to navigate challenges, but this particular situation hit close to home in a way that left him vulnerable.

"I do have dinner with my parents this evening," he stated calmly, his tone unchanged from its usual cool demeanor. "Perhaps it's time I got some answers."

Hoseok looked back down at his tablet, his fingers poised over the screen. "I'll dig into Han Y/n's background, see if I can find any information that might shed light on what happened while she was gone, why she disappeared, and why she's suddenly in the picture."

A sense of determination radiated from Yoongi as he leaned forward, his eyes locking with Hoseok's. "And let's find out what my family is really planning. If they're orchestrating something like this, it's time they understand that I won't be easily manipulated."

The resolve in Yoongi's voice sent a shiver down Hoseok's spine, a reminder of the man's unwavering strength beneath the layers of complexity.

-

Y/n stepped into the luxurious expanse of her penthouse, the grandeur that surrounded her contrasting starkly with the whirlwind of emotions raging within. The heels of her shoes clicked against the opulent marble floor, a rhythmic echo of the disarray that had marked her recent encounters. As she kicked off her high heels, an unspoken tension clung to her movements, a sign of the anxious turmoil that had settled within her.

The penthouse, with its extravagant decor and impeccable furnishings, should have been a sanctuary of calm. Yet, as her gaze swept over the pristine interior, she found it difficult to escape the cacophony of thoughts that raced through her mind. The echoes of her friends' words from the Korean barbecue reverberated within her, a symphony of anxiety that had taken residence in her thoughts.

Jungkook and Jimin's revelations about her newfound prominence within Korean society seemed to amplify the weight of her return. The collective attention of a nation had zeroed in on her, dissecting every move she made, every choice she contemplated. The sheer scope of it was overwhelming, a cacophony of voices that left her disoriented.

The situation with her family, marked by complexities and conflicts, seemed to have reached a crescendo. The arranged marriage to Yoongi, a pact that had implications beyond her understanding, hung over her like a shadow. The very foundation of her world had shifted, and uncertainty had taken root where once there had been surety.

She swept her gaze around the spacious foyer, where the light danced off crystal chandeliers that hung from the ceiling like delicate jewels. A coat she had been wearing moments ago was casually draped over a plush armchair, while her purse landed on the nearby couch with a soft thud, seemingly discarded without a second thought.

As she navigated the grandeur of her penthouse, a space that mirrored the luxury she had grown up with, she found herself grappling with a sense of unease.The penthouse was a breathtaking testament to opulence. Located in the heart of Seoul's elite district, it occupied the uppermost floors of a gleaming skyscraper, affording her a panoramic view of the bustling city below.

The space was divided into two stories, connected by a grand staircase adorned with a crystal chandelier that cascaded from the ceiling above. 

The first floor, bathed in the warm glow of ambient lighting, boasted an open-plan living area and kitchen. Creamy marble floors met rich, dark wood furnishings, creating a harmonious contrast that was both inviting and sophisticated. The living room was graced with plush leather sofas and oversized floor-to-ceiling windows, offering a breathtaking view of the cityscape.

What struck Y/n most was the artwork adorning the walls—exquisite Korean calligraphy and contemporary paintings from her collection in New York. It was a visual tapestry that bridged her past and her present.

The kitchen, a vision of modernity and functionality, featured state-of-the-art appliances and gleaming granite countertops. A long, sleek dining table sat at the center, where Y/n could host guests and family gatherings in style if she were even given the opprotunity.

Ascending the grand staircase to the second floor, she found herself in a cozy yet refined personal sanctuary. Her bedroom, a symphony of neutral colors, exuded tranquility. A massive four-poster bed with intricately carved wooden panels dominated the room, flanked by silk curtains that billowed gently in the breeze from the open terrace.

The terrace, a haven of greenery and serenity, was a juxtaposition to the bustling city below. Here, she could find solace amidst potted bonsai trees and meticulously maintained Korean gardens, a nod to her roots and a sanctuary for contemplation.

Y/n's penthouse was more than just a luxurious dwelling; it was a reflection of her identity—a blend of old and new, tradition and innovation.

Y/n, in her customary demeanor of composure, surveyed her surroundings with a detached appreciation. She was dressed impeccably, her attire carefully chosen to reflect both power and sophistication. A charcoal-gray pantsuit, tailored to perfection, molded to her form, while a pristine white blouse peeked from beneath the structured jacket. Her raven-black hair cascaded down her back in a controlled cascade, the dark waves a stark contrast to her porcelain skin.

In this realm of luxury, her usual chill facade remained intact. Yet, as she moved with precision through the penthouse, an observant eye might catch a flicker of internal turmoil, a hint of tension beneath the practiced exterior.

The penthouse exuded opulence, an extravagant tapestry woven with the finest materials. Y/n's sense of aesthetics allowed her to appreciate the harmonious fusion of design elements, even as her thoughts wandered.

The weight of the events that had unfolded in the short span of a day tugged at her composure, an undercurrent of vulnerability that threatened to breach her carefully crafted facade. Y/n was adept at masking her emotions, a skill honed through years of navigating a world that expected perfection. And yet, the battle raging within her was undeniable, a tempest that had eluded her control.

She moved with practiced grace, her demeanor a tapestry of poise. But behind the mask of composure lay a maelstrom of thoughts, a whirlwind of questions and doubts that cast shadows across her mind. Her pulse quickened, the rhythm of her heart in sync with the disarray of her thoughts.

The luxury that surrounded her felt alien, a stark contrast to the turmoil that churned within. The decor, meticulous in its detail, seemed to pale in comparison to the complexity of her circumstances. Though she appeared unfazed, even internally about her situation at hand, she couldn't deny the appreciation she felt for the meticulously curated space. She noticed with a small, almost imperceptible smile, how her cherished furniture and decor from her New York apartment seamlessly melded with the opulence of her new abode.

As she walked further, her eyes fell upon a collection of photographs placed thoughtfully on a side table. Among them was a family photo from her youth, a captured moment of innocence and happiness. Her fingers brushed against the edge of the frame, a mixture of emotions stirring within her. With practiced ease, she gently turned the photo face down, a subtle gesture to shield the past from prying eyes.

Making her way to the kitchen, the spacious room adorned with top-of-the-line appliances and sleek marble surfaces. Her fingers glided across the wine bottles displayed in an elegant glass cabinet. She selected a bottle of Romanée-Conti , a rare and expensive vintage that spoke to her refined tastes.

Pouring the wine into a crystal glass, she observed the rich, deep hue of the liquid as it swirled within the vessel. Raising the glass to her lips, she took a measured sip, savoring the intricate flavors that danced on her palate. The stress and tension of the past day seemed to melt away with every sip, replaced by a momentary respite.

Y/n wandered into the living room, the plush carpet cushioning her steps. Her eyes alighted on the turned-over photograph frame, an unintentional reminder of the past she had left behind. The image evoked a whirlwind of emotions, emotions she had buried deep within herself. Her grip on the wine glass tightened, her knuckles whitening as she stared at the frame.

A rush of memories flooded her mind—the carefree laughter, the warmth of family, and the dreams she had once nurtured. But beneath the surface of nostalgia lay a tapestry of complexities, of expectations and responsibilities that had woven her destiny into something far different from what she had envisioned.

As tears welled in her eyes, Y/n blinked them back fiercely, refusing to let her emotions overcome her. She took a steadying breath, allowing herself to acknowledge the weight of the past and the path she had chosen to forge. With a determined gesture, she turned the photograph back upright, letting the memories resurface, if only momentarily.

As her thoughts drifted, the silence was suddenly shattered by the intrusion of her ringing phone. Y/n's hand, which had been idly tracing the rim of her wine glass, stilled abruptly. Sighing deeply to herself, she retrieved her phone from her purse, which had been haphazardly discarded on the couch.

Her eyes flickered over the screen, her heart skipping a beat as her gaze settled on a name she hadn't expected to see.

The name glowed on the screen, a stark contrast to the dimmed lights of the penthouse. It was a connection she hadn't anticipated, a thread linking her to a person whose path had unexpectedly intersected with her own.

A myriad of emotions churned within her—confusion, apprehension, and a trace of something she couldn't quite put into words. Her thumb hovered over the screen, torn between answering and maintaining her self-imposed distance.

Setting her wine glass down delicately, Y/n cleared her throat, a subtle action that accompanied the sweeping away of unshed tears. In that moment, her face transformed into a visage of unwavering resilience, a mask carefully worn once more.

Amidst the quietude of the room, the persistent ringing of the phone continued, its resonating sound akin to a persistent reminder of the beckoning connection. Eventually, yielding to the inevitability of the situation, Y/n released a resigned exhale and reached for the phone. Despite the tempest of thoughts raging within her, her voice emanated a composed and cool demeanor as she spoke, grappling with her inner turmoil.

"Hello?"

A palpable pause hung in the air, as if even he, on the other end of the line, was taken aback by her response. Gradually, his voice, enveloped in a warm yet slightly uncertain tone, permeated the airwaves.

"Y/n, I hope I'm not intruding."

Leaning slightly forward at the edge of the couch, her posture exuding a controlled ease, Y/n found herself in a state of both relaxation and vigilance, her defenses still standing firm.

"Not at all, Yoongi-ssi. How can I assist you?"

A soft chuckle, suffused with gentle amusement, resonated from the other end of the line. "Please, call me Yoongi. After all, I will be your husband."

Y/n's voice, like chilled silk, cut through the air. "Very well, Yoongi."

The atmosphere grew heavier, the tension palpable even through the phone lines. Y/n, her words measured, couldn't help but question, "May I ask how you obtained my phone number?"

There was a pause, a momentary hesitation that underscored the enigmatic nature of their conversation. "Let's just say I have my ways, Y/n."

It was Yoongi's turn to chuckle, his voice holding a frigid edge. "In our impending partnership, such details will become trivial."

Y/n, her resolve unyielding, replied in kind, her voice echoing with an icy calmness. "Very well, Yoongi. How can I assist you?"

Across the bustling city of Seoul, Yoongi sat in his spacious office, the floor-to-ceiling windows offering a panoramic view of the metropolis below. The glow of the setting sun bathed the room in a warm, golden light, creating a tranquil ambiance amidst the urban chaos. His gaze wandered to the photo on his desk, a snapshot of the moment when Y/n had disembarked from the airplane—an indelible memory etched in the recesses of his mind.

With practiced nonchalance, he maintained the conversation, his voice carrying a hint of intrigue. “Y/n, I believe it's essential that we meet before the upcoming family dinner. There are matters we should discuss regarding our sudden marriage."

A subtle pause from Y/n on the other end piqued his curiosity. Her demeanor still frigid, hesitated for a brief moment before agreeing, "I will send over my availability."

A knowing smirk seemed to creep into Yoongi's voice as he responded, "I look forward to seeing you, Y/n."

With that, the connection ended, and Yoongi leaned back in his office chair, fingers tapping contemplatively on the mahogany desk. He had just set a new thread in motion, one that would draw Y/n further into the intricate web of their entwined fates, and he relished the challenge it posed.

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My 20 Best Korean Drama

1.    Hi Bye Mama

Genre: Fantasy, Drama

Plot:

Cha Yu-Ri (Kim Tae Hee) has been a ghost since she died 5 years ago. She left behind her husband Jo Kang-Hwa and their child. To become a human again, Cha Yu-Ri carries out a reincarnation project for 49 days.

Meanwhile, Jo Kang-Hwa (Lee Kyu-Hyung) works as a chest surgeon. He was loving, but, after his wife died, his personality changed. After 5 years, his wife Cha Yu-Ri reappears in front of him.

2.    It’s Okay to Not be Okay

Genre: Romance, Drama

Plot:

A story about a man employed in a psychiatric ward and a woman, with an antisocial personality disorder, who is a popular writer of children’s books.

Moon Kang-Tae (Kim Soo-Hyun) works in a psychiatric ward. His job is to write down the patients’ conditions and deal with unexpected situations, like if patients fight or they run away. He only earns about 1.8 million won ($1,600 USD) a month. The woman (Seo Yea-Ji) is a popular writer of children’s literature, but she is extremely selfish, arrogant and rude.

3.    Angel’s last Mission

Genre: Romance, Fantasy

Plot:

Kim Dan (Kim Myung-Soo) is an angel. He is also a troublemaker and also optimist. Lee Yeon-Seo (Shin Hye-Sun) is a ballerina who does not believe in lve.

Dan then receives a mission. If he succeeds, he can return to Heaven. His mission is to find true love for Yeon-Seo, but soon falls in love with her.

4.    Prison Playbook

Genre: Black Comedy

Plot:

Je-Hyeok (Park Hae-Soo) is the best relief pitcher in Korea. He will to the U.S and sign a contract with a major league. One night, he hears his sister screaming and sees a man running out of her apartment. Je-hyeok and the man get into a physical struggle with Je-Hyeok striking the man with a rock. Later, Je-Hyeok receives a 1 year prison sentence for using excessive force. Devastated, Je-Hyeok must adapt to life in prison.

Meanwhile, Joon-Ho (Jung Kyoung-Ho) is a friend of Je-Hyeok and works in the prisonas an officer. He waits for Je-Hyeok’s arrival.

5.    Chicago Typewriter

Genre: Romance, Fantasy, Friendship

Plot:

This drama follows the lives of two men and a woman through two eras; one during the 1930s Japanese occupation of Korea and the other in the 21st century. Han Se-Joo (Yoo Ah-In) who was a writer in his past life and a bestselling author in the present. But Se-Joo is depressed with writer’s block so he can’t write his next book.

Yu Jin-Oh (Go Kyung-Pyo) owned a bar in his previous life. In 2017 he is a talented ghostwriter who can bail Se-Joo out of his predicament, but the mysterious man has a condition for his services. Se-Joo may not be able to meet it.

Jun Seol (Im Soo Jung) was a sniper. Now she has extremely variety expertise. She is a former Olympian hopeful, a veterinarian and a book lover who runs her own delivery service. She oscillates between extreme fandom and an anti-fan of Se Joo.

The intricately woven story of these three characters unfolds to reveal strange mirroring connections between the time periods as well as possibilities for past lives to be redeemed or improves in the modern world.

6.    Uncontrollably Fond

Genre: Romance, Melodrama

Plot:

Sin Joon-Young (Kim Woo-Bin) and No Eul (Bae Suzy) were in love in ther younger days. But uncontrollable circumstances separated them and they went their separate ways. Joon-Young is now a superstar actor and singer, while No Eul became a producer-director of documentaries. When their path cross again years later. Joon-Young discovers that No Eul is now very different person than he remembered – materialisticand willing to do anything to get ahead.

7.    Penthouse: War In Life

Genre: Suspense, Life, Drama, Family, Mature

Plot:

The residents of Hera Palace, a luxury penthouse apartment with 100 floors, have many secrets and hidden ambitions. Sim Su-Ryeon (Lee Ji-Ah), who was born into wealth, is the queen of the penthouse apartment. Cheon Seo-Jin (Kim So-Yeon), the prima donna of the residence, does all she can to give everything to her daughter. Oh Yoon-Hee (Eugene) comes from a poor family background, but she strives to enter high society by becoming the queen of the penthouse, the pinnacle success in her eyes. A battle for wealth, power, and prestige at Seoul’s most coveted penthouse begins.

8.    Crash Landing On You

Genre: Romance, Comedy, Military, Political

Plot:

Yoon Se-Ri (Son Ye-Ji) is an heiress to a conglomerate in South Korea. One day, while paragliding, an accident caused by strong winds leads Yoon Se-Ri to make an emergency landing in North Korea.  There, she meets Ri Jeong-Hyeok (Hyun-Bin), who is a North Korean army officer. He tries to protect her and hide her. Soon, Ri Jeong-Hyeok falls in love with Yoon Se-RI.

9.    Itaewon Class

Genre: Romance, Business, Friendship, Life

Plot:

On the first day of attending his new high school, Park Sae-Ro-Yi (Park Seo-Joon) punches his classmate Jang Geun-Won, who was bullying another classmate. The bully is the son of CEO Jang Dae-Hee (Yoo Jae-Myung). The bully's father runs restaurant business Jagga where Park Sae-Ro-Yi’s own father works. CEO Jang Dae-Hee demands to Park Sae-Ro-Yi that he apologizes to his son, but Park Sae-Ro-Yi refuses. Because of his refusal, Park Sae-Ro-Yi gets expelled from school and his father gets fired from his job. Soon, an accident takes place. Park Sae-Ro-Yi’s father dies in a motorcycle accident caused by his ex-classmate Jang Geun-Won. Burning with anger, Park Sae-Ro-Yi viciously beats Jang Geun-Won. He is soon arrested and receives prison time for the violent assault. Park Sae-Ro-Yi decides to destroy the Jagga company and take revenge upon CEO Jang Dae-Hee and his son Jang Geun-Won. Once Park Sae-Ro-Yi is released from prison, he opens a restaurant in Itaewon, Seoul. Jo Yi-Seo (Kim Da-Mi), who is popular on social media, joins Park Sae-Ro-Yi’s restaurant and works there as a manger. She has feelings for Park Sae-Ro-Yi.

10. Hotel De Luna

Genre: Romance, Comedy, Horror, Fantasy

Plot:

Jang Man-Wol (IU) is the CEO of Hotel del Luna. The hotel is situated in downtown in Seoul and has a very old appearance. She made a big error many years ago and, because of this, she has been stuck at Hotel del Luna. She is beautiful, but she is fickle, suspicious and greedy.

Koo Chan-Sung (Yeo Jin-Goo) worked as the youngest assistant manager ever at a multinational hotel corporation. He is a sincere perfectionist. He looks level-headed, but he actually has a soft disposition. Due to an unexpected case, he begins to work as a manager at Hotel del Luna. The hotel's clientele consists of ghosts.

11. Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol

Genre: Romance, Comedy

Plot:

Goo Ra-Ra (Go Ara) is a pianist. She has bright personality. Something happened that caused her to become bankrupt. She doesn't have anything now and she is frustrated with her situation.

Sunwoo Joon (Lee Jae-Wook) doesn't care what other people think about him, but he has a warm heart. He is free spirited and doesn't have a specific dream or goal for his life. He makes ends meet by working part-time jobs.

Goo Ra-Ra and Sunwoo Joon meet at the small private piano academy LaLa Land in a country village.

12. 18 Again

Genre: Romance, Comedy, Youth, Drama, Fantasy

Plot:

Tells the story of a husband named Hong Dae Young (Lee Do-Hyun) who is on the verge of divorce but finds himself back in his body when he was at the prime of his life 18 years ago. He ends up changing his name to Go Woo Young when he becomes 18- years-old again. Meanwhile, his wife Jung Da Jung(Kim Ha-Neul) joins the workforce as an anchorwoman later on in life after raising their 18-year-old twins.

13. Goblin: The Lonely and Great God

Genre: Comedy, Romance, Fantasy

Plot:

In ancient times, Kim Shin (Gong Yoo) is an unbeatable general in wars, but the young King (Kim Min-Jae) is jealous of Kim Shin and kills him. Kim Shin becomes Dokkaebi (Goblin), possessing an immortal life. At first he thinks that he is blessed, but he realizes that he is cursed.

Closer to the present day, Kim Shin has waited 900 years for a human bride to end his immortal life. One night, he saves a dying pregnant woman (Park Hee-Von) who is destined to die. Meanwhile, the Grim Reaper (Lee Dong-Wook) is unable to find the dead pregnant woman. The woman gives birth to a baby girl named Ji Eun-Tak (later played by Kim Go-Eun). 9 years later, Ji Eun-Tak lives with her mother and is able to see ghosts. One night, her mother suddenly dies. On that night, she meets the Grim Reaper.

In the present day, Ji Eun-Tak is a high school student. She still sees ghosts and hears their whisper of “Dokkaebi’s bride.” She now lives with her aunt’s family, but she is mistreated by them. On her birthday, Ji Eun-Tak sits by the sea with a lighted birthday cake. At that time, Kim Shin suddenly appears in front of her. Kim Shin does not know why, but he can hear her voice and appears in front of her against his will. Coincidentally, Kim Shin lives with the Grim Reaper at the same house.

Now, Kim Shin appears in front of her against his will, whenever she turns off the lights. One day, Ji Eun-Tak tells him that he is Dokkaebi and she is his bride.

14. It’s Okay That’s Love

Genre: Friendship, Psychological, Comedy, Romance, Drama

Plot:

Jang Jae-Yeol (Jo In-Sung) is a mystery writer and radio DJ. He suffers from a obsession. Ji Hae-Soo (Gong Hyo-Jin) is going through her first year fellowship in psychiatry at a University Hospital. She chose psychiatry because she doesn't want to perform surgeries. After she meets Jang Jae-Yeol, her life goes through big changes.

15. Let’s Fight Ghost

Genre: Romance, Comedy, Fantasy, Action, Horror

Plot:

Hyun-Ji (Kim So-Hyun) studied for most her life before she died at the age of 19. She is now a ghost and has wandered around the world for several years. Hyun-Ji then meets exorcist Park Bong-Pal (TaecYeon). Hyun-Ji and Bong-Pal listens to various stories from ghosts and sends them to the otherworld.

16. Hospital Playlist

Genre: Friendship, Comedy, Romance, Life, Medical

Plot:

A drama depicting the stories of people going through their days that are seemingly ordinary but actually special, at the hospital, a place known as the microcosm of life - where someone is being born and someone's life meets their ending. The five doctors are longtime friends of 20 years who started their undergrad in 1999 in the same medical school, and now they are colleagues in the same hospital. The drama will also deal with a story of a band formed by the group of doctors.

17. Fated to Loved You

Genre: Business, Comedy, Romance,

Plot:

This drama is the story of an ordinary girl, Mi Yeong, (Jang Na-Ra)who has neither outstanding looks, a prestigious college degree, nor any other charming qualities, facing her whole life abruptly changing when love comes knocking at her door. While on vacation, she accidentally happens to spend one night with Lee Gun (Jang Hyuk) and even gets pregnant from that night. Because of this incident, her life will never be the same, and this fateful encounter brings love that transforms this not-so-special girl to an attractive, charming lady.

18. Go Back Couple

Genre: Comedy, Romance, Life, Fantasy

Plot:

Choi Ban-Do (Son Ho-Jun) and Ma Jin-Joo (Jang Na-Ra) are both 38-years-old and a married couple. Choi Ban-Do has been burdened with being the breadwinner and Ma Jin-Joo is a housewife with low self-esteem. Even though they loved each other when they married, they now hate each other. They both regret marrying at such a young age. The couple travel through time and find themselves as 20-year-old university students, when they met for the first time.

19. To The Beautiful You

Genre: School, Teen, Romantic, Comedy, Sports

Plot:

Kang Tae-Joon (Minho) is a gold medalist in the high jump, but he has been mired in a slump due to an injury. In order to help her idol, a girl named Koo Jae-Hee (Sulli) disguises herself as a boy and enrolls at the same all male high school.When Tae-Joon (Minho) is competiting at the World Junior Competition, Jae-Hee (Sulli) watches him on TV in America and becomes very touched.

Despite her friends telling her otherwise, Jae-Hee cuts her long hair by herself. She then flies to South Korea, with a plan to stay with Tae-Joon who is now injured. Jae-Hee disguises herself as a boy and enrolls at the all boys Genie Physical Education High School. On her first day at school, Jae-Hee goes up the stairs with her suitcase, but her suitcase bursts open and all her clothes fall out. A boy comes by and helps her pick up her stuff. Jae-Hee realizes that the boy helping her is none other than her idol Tae-Joon. In her excitement, Jae-Hee sits on her suitcase, which proceeds to slide down the stairs.

20. When the Camellia Blooms

Genre: Triller, Comedy, Romance, Family

Plot:

Dong-Baek (Kong Hyo-Jin) is a single mother living in the small town of Ongsan. She runs the bar-restaurant Camellia, while also taking care of her son Pil-Gu (Kim Kang-Hoon). The people of Ongsan frequently gossip about Dong-Baek. She grew up as an orphan, is a single mother and runs a bar where many of the men in Ongsan frequent. Regardless of what the locals may whisper about Dong-Baek, local police officer Hwang Yong-Sik (Kang Ha-Neul) is deeply in love with her. Meanwhile, Dong-Baek's ex-boyfriend Kang Jong-Ryeol (Kim Ji-Suk) suddenly reappears in her life. He is a famous baseball player, that hid their relationship when they dated. While Dong-Baek tries to find happiness, something truly sinister lurks in the background. A serial killer roams Ongsan and Dong-Baek may be a target.

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Meet & Greet ch 1

Series Masterlist --> Chapter 2

Pairing: Tom Holland/Reader

Summary: You missed out on a Tom Holland meet and greet, but a stranger, who you are pretty sure is a Tom Holland lookalike, rescues you from your pity party for one.

Word Count: 925

Warnings: Nothing in this part, but there will be smut in the future.

A/N: I haven’t written fanfic in yeeeears, but Tom Holland was just too damn pretty.

You plopped down on a bench, rested your elbows on your knees, and cupped your chin in your hands. Today officially sucked. It was a complete and utter trainwreck, and almost nothing could redeem it.

You’d missed it -- what was secretly supposed to be the pinnacle of your European trip, a meet and greet with Tom Holland. He’d been your celebrity crush for years now. A 12 hour delay for your international flight and a public transit mix-up had made you too late. It was already over, and the crowd had dispersed back into the hustle and bustle of London.

You still had almost two weeks of your European trip to go, but it didn’t particularly excite you at the moment. You were too busy indulging in your pity party for one.

On top of that, it had started raining, but you couldn’t bring yourself to care. It seemed somehow appropriate. You weren't sure how long you’d been sitting on the bench, getting progressively more wet as time passed, but the drops suddenly stopped falling on your head.

“Aren’t you worried you’ll catch cold sitting in the rain like this?” a man asked from above you, holding a black umbrella.

You glanced up. He bore a striking resemblance to Tom Holland, but there were plenty of celebrity lookalikes. You didn’t want to be weird, or rude, or scare him away if he was actually Tom Holland. “I was running late and missed something I’d been really looking forward to.”

“The meet and greet?” he guessed.

“Yeah. My flight was delayed, and I’m not used to the public transit here,” you responded glumly.

“That’s too bad. I don’t normally do this, but would you like to have a cup of coffee with me? Maybe it’d cheer you up,” he offered.

You paused for a moment to consider. Coffee with the Tom Holland lookalike who hopefully wasn’t a serial killer, or going back to your hotel room alone to brood. You decided to take your chances with being a case on Investigation Discovery, or making a complete fool of yourself in front of the actual Tom Holland, if it was him, which it probably wasn’t. “I don’t normally have coffee with people I haven’t met before, but sure, why not?”

He chuckled. “Do you want to stop to get some dry clothes first? You’re soaked.”

“I’m staying at the Premier Inn near Kingston station. I’m not exactly sure where that is relative to here. I have a transit map somewhere in my bag, or I could get us an Uber.”

“No need. I know where it is.” He reached out a hand to help you up, and you took it. His hand was warm. Until then, you hadn’t realized how cold you’d gotten.

You crowded underneath the umbrella next to him, trying not to get too close. You weren’t sure where you were headed. At this point, you’d be happy with just out of the rain.

He led you to a car parked nearby, opened the trunk, and pulled out a blanket. You were a bit confused until he draped it over the passenger seat to keep it from getting wet. The dry car was a nice change from the cold rain.

It was definitely a nice car, and you wracked your brain wondering if you’d seen what the real Tom Holland drove. You couldn’t remember offhand.

He quickly got in the driver’s side and shut the door. After starting the car, he turned on the heater and started driving. The warm air was nice on your chilled skin. “So, what brings you to London, other than the meet and greet?”

“I hadn’t traveled outside of the US before, and a trip to Europe sounded fun. The only thing I booked was a couple nights here so I could go to the meet and greet, and a return flight. I didn't want an itinerary, in case something piqued my interest."

"How long do you have before you head back? I’ve done quite a bit of traveling. I could suggest some places for you to visit."

“My flight back home is in 13 days. I just got in earlier today. I was supposed to get in yesterday, but that unfortunately didn’t happen. I barely had time to check in at the hotel and take a shower before I had to turn around and leave again.”

"You'll probably want to stick around here for a few days then, until you get over the jet lag."

"I’m not tired yet, but I haven’t really had time to be. It’s been nonstop since I landed this morning. I can’t wait to actually have some time to relax.”

“Well, I hope the rest of your holiday is better than today has been for you.”

“Thanks. It’s already looking up.”

“I’m glad.” He smiled over at you.

You fell into a comfortable silence, letting him focus on driving, since the rain was coming down harder. A car accident wasn’t how you wanted to continue your day. You tried not to keep glancing over at your mysterious companion as inconspicuously as you could. He definitely did look like Tom Holland, but you still weren’t entirely sure.

“Okay, we’re here,” he said as he parked. “Would you mind if I came up with you? I’ve really got to go to the loo.”

“Not at all.” You tried not to think too hard about being in a hotel room alone with him, Tom Holland lookalike or not. How were you even going to bring that up?

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Dubai is a city and emirate in the United Arab Emirates and known for luxury shopping, ultramodern architecture and a lively nightlife scene.

Dubai has its own distinctive flavour in the Middle East and its city of luxury and relaxation with a few extremes. This city is truly extraordinary  to see as a blend of the past and ultra modernization.

Dubai the city of high-rises and shopping malls has transformed itself from a desert outpost to a destination du-jour, where tourists flock for sales bargains, sunshine, and family fun. Dubai is  one of the most famous for sightseeing attractions such as the Burj Khalifa (the world's tallest building) and shopping malls that come complete with mammoth aquariums and indoor ski slopes.

But this city has many of cultural highlights and things to do, as well as all the glamorous modern add-ons. Take a ramble around the Bastakia district, and you'll discover the Dubai of old, then cruise along Dubai Creek in a traditional dhow, and you'll soon realize there's more to this city than its flashy veneer. Learn more about the best places to visit with our list of the top attractions in Dubai.

Why choose Dubai?

Dubai has emerged as one of the world’s growing international regional hubs and business centres. This cosmopolitan city of diversity is at the crossroad of the globe and has transformed itself into a buzzing international metropolis. With easy accessibility, state-of-the-art infrastructure and modern venues, Dubai is the place to be when it comes to business. Here is some reasons;

Easy to get international travel hub

A world-class infrastructure, City of future

Hotels for all needs and budgets

State of the art of venues

A growing knowledge hub, Centre of innovation

Safe and secure for all

Rich on adventures and experience

Restaurants and entertainment galore

Experienced industrial support

Abundance of business opportunities, Tax free advantage

Activities in Dubai :

        Ferrari Bronze

         Ferrari Premium

           Warner Bro.World

           Ferrari +YAS

           Ferrari +Meals

           Ferrari +YAS+Meals

           YAS+Meals

Aquaventure

Aquaventure COMBO

Lost Chamber Only

Underwater Zoo Dubai Mall

Ski Dubai Polar Pass

Dolphin Show General

Dolphin Show VIP

BURJ Khalifa 124 Normal

BURJ Khalifa 124 Fast Track

BURJ Khalifa 148 ( 19:00H-Closing)

BURJ Khalifa Prime Time-124(16:00H -18:00H)

BURJ Khalifa Prime Time -148 (9:00H- 18:00H)

BURJ Khalifa + Aquarium

ICE Land Water Park

Wild Wadi + UWZ

IMG World

Big Bus

Bollywood Park

1 day 1 park

1 day 2 park

7 day 4 park

Creek Show Cruise

Marina Show Cruise

Desert Safari

Helicopter Ride 15 MINS

Ferrari World: Ferrari world bronze is an amusement park on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, U A E. It is the first Ferrari-branded theme park and has the evidence for the leading space frame structure ever built. Formula Rossa, the world’s fastest roller coaster, is also located in Ferrari world. Ferrari premium  ticket includes unlimited fast pass access to the Ferrari World theme park. Ferrari World is the world’s largest indoor theme park that is particularly remarkable for its sprawling 200,000 square meters, 50 meters high roof, boasting the biggest ever Ferrari logo, besides more than 20 exhilarating rides and numerous shopping and dining choices to cater to all palates.

 Warner Bro.World : Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi is an indoor amusement park in Abu Dhabi, an enthralling, immersive world of all your favorite Warner Bros. characters and more!

The park contains 29 rides, restaurants, attractions, shops and shows. It is organized into six themed areas; Gotham City, Metropolis, Cartoon Junction, Bedrock, Dynamite Gulch and Warner Bros Plaza. Gotham and Metropolis are based on the fictional settings of DC Comics super heroes Batman and Superman, respectively. Warner Bros.'s Looney Tunes and Hanna-Barbera cartoon libraries are represented in Dynamite Gulch and Cartoon Junction, respectively, along with Bedrock, which is themed around The Flintstones. Warner Bros Plaza is meant to mimic the Hollywood of the past.

Rides :

·         Scarecrow Scare Raid

·         The Riddler Revolution

·         The Joker Funhouse

·         Rogues Gallery Games

·         Justice League Warworld Attacks

·         Green Lantern: Galactic Odyssey

·         Superman 360: Battle for Metropolis

·         Teen Titans Training Academy

·         Tom and Jerry: Swiss Cheese Spin

·         Scooby Doo: The Museum of Mysteries

·         Cartoon Junction Carousel

·         Daffy Jet-Propelled Pogo Stick

·         Tweety Wild Wockets

·         Ricochet Racin' with Taz

·         Ani-Mayhem

·         Acme Factory

·         Fast and Furry-ous

·         The Jetsons Cosmic Orbiter

·         Marvin the Martian Crater Crashers

·         The Flinststones Bedrock River Adventure

·         Batman: Knight Flight

  Yas Island : One of UAE’s fastest growing tourist destination. Yas Island in Abu Dhabi offers you holiday experiences that are bound to delight and inspire, no matter your age or taste. The park is home to more than 40 rides, slides and attractions, including Bubble’s Barrel, Rush Rider, and Bandit Bomber which is the longest suspended roller coaster in the Middle East over 550 metres long. Its theme is based on an original story about a brave girl named Dana, who went on a journey to retrieve a lost pearl (because of a strong storm) that used to bring prosperity to her village.  All the characters, shops and restaurants are also based on the story.

               The water park has a variety of attractions grouped into 4 categories: Adrenaline Rush, Exciting Adventures, Moving & Grooving and finally, Young Fun. The highest ones are Jebel Drop & Hamlool's Humps and the fastest is the one where the floor opens from beneath the feet and into a closed tube called Liwa Loop. The Slithers Slides are a collection of 6 slides and tunnels which are all designed like giant fanged snakes - these use single and double tubes. The park's newest attraction is Cinesplash - it is the first water cinema in the region which shows the story of the 'Legend of the Lost Pearl' which is the theme of the Park through a 12-minute movie while having unexpected and fun water and lighting effects making it a 5D experience.

Aquaventure : No.1 Waterpark In the Middle East Vast water park with zip lines, slides through shark-filled lagoons & a splash area for kids. There are lots of exciting activities that make Atlantis beach resort the epicentre of adventure and the greatest holiday experience ever.From the world’s largest circumference water ride to the longest zip line circuit in the Middle East, Aquaventure Waterpark has always had the monopoly of cool ideas and innovative experiences when it comes to pumping up the fun factor in its massive 17-hectare water playground.

                        Aquaventure is the only waterpark in the Middle East that has 700 meters of white sand beach that every single one of its guests is entitled to throughout their delightful time at the resort. The waterpark also offers a different kind of thrill with several Marine Animal Experiences including; Shark Safari, a magnificent walk underwater in shark-infested Lagoon; Dolphin Experience, an up-close and interactive session with dolphins; and Cownose Ray Feeding, which involves feeding and interacting with the hungry Rays.

Underwater Zoo Dubai Mall : Experience Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo with over 485 Species .Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo is one of the most captivating attractions in Dubai. Located at The Dubai Mall, the largest mall in the world.  Underwater Zoo is one of the largest indoor aquariums in the World and it has won a Guinness World Record for the world’s ‘Largest Acrylic Panel.’ and it houses over 33,000 aquatic animals, comprising over 140 species. Over 300 sharks and rays live in this tank, including the largest collection of Sand Tiger Sharks in the world. Underwater Zoo brings its visitors up close with penguins, piranhas, crabs, water rats, sea horses, jellyfish, and more.

Ski Dubai :  Ski Dubai is an indoor ski resort with 22,500 square meters of indoor ski area. The park maintains the temperature of -1 degree Celsius to 2 degrees Celsius through out the year. It is a part of the Mall of the Emirates, one of the largest shopping malls in the world, located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. , The indoor resort features an 85-metre-high indoor mountain (equivalent to 25 stories high building) with 5 slopes of varying steepness and difficulty, this is 80 sq. meter wide, including a 400-metre-long run, the world's first indoor black diamond run, and various features (boxes, rails, kickers) that are changed on a regular basis. A quad lift and a tow lift carry skiers and snowboarders up the mountain. All the equipment, such as skis and jackets are provided with the ticket and you can buy equipment in the nearby stores.

Burj Khalifa :  Standing 828 metres high, the Burj Khalifa in Downtown Dubai is the world's tallest building. Described as both a 'Vertical City' and 'A Living Wonder’ .

Level 148

·         Enjoy a personalized tour, guided by a Guest Ambassador.

·         Step out onto the world’s highest observation deck with an outdoor terrace at 555 meters.

·         Refresh yourself with signature refreshments at SKY lounge.

·         Explore Dubai’s most famous landmarks with a unique interactive experience, using motion senses.

·         Continue your journey to levels 125 and 124.

Level 124

·         Be thrilled by the world’s fastest double deck elevators, cruising at 10m/s.

·         Take a closer look at the world below through avant-garde, high powered, telescopes.

Level 125

·         Level 125 offers a spacious deck tastefully decorated in Arabic mashrabiya for stunning 360-degree views.

·         Set off on a virtual reality experience to the pinnacle of Burj Khalifa.

 Ice Land Water Park : The Ice Land Water Park is the first offering of the WOW RAK destination, a unique water park with extensive theming in snow and ice offering a mix of traditional water park attractions as well as non conventional and novel water park attractions.

Ice Land Water Park will operate 15 attractions this summer, including the family pools, the beach and the new attractions: KICK! and Watergun Fun Games.

 With its dedicated kids pool and areas suitable for children, it has something for everyone.Ice Land Water Park also specializes in offering team building activities for the corporate sector also have dedicated events team ro plan and cater for other private functions,parties and special events.

 Wild Wadi : The Wild Wadi Water Park is an outdoor water park in Dubai, offers 30 rides and attractions for all the family. Wild Wadi is themed around the tale of Juha, a known character from the Arabian folklore.

Rides :

Ring Rides are the traditional downhill slides. Riders can choose to sit in either a single or double ring.

Tantrum Alley & Burj Surj are two new slides that replaced the family rides. Both are the first of its kind in the region. Tantrum Alley is a slide with a combination of 3 tornados & Burj Surj has 2 bowls.

Jumeirah Sceirah is the tallest and fastest free-fall water slide outside of North and South America. Rising to 33 m (108 ft) with riders reaching speeds up to 80 km/h (50 mph).

Flow Rider rides, Wipe-out and Riptide, are surfing simulators that shoot out more than seven tons of water per second in a thin sheet across moulded foam structures. These rides produce a realistic wave effect which allows riders to body-board, knee-board or surf.

Breakers Bay is the largest wave pool in the Middle East. It produces parallel and crossing 1.5 m (4.9 ft) waves in five different configurations.

Juha's Journey is a 360 m (1,180 ft) long river which allows guest to relax and slowly float around the park.

Juha’s Dhow and Lagoon is Wild Wadi's play area for children and has over 100 water games/rides.

Wipeout AND Riptide have only four of its kind in the world. It is devised by the maverick American lawyer/surf fanatic Thomas Lochtefeld, the Wipeout working by releasing seven tones of water in a second on a thin sheet, which is molded by a foam structure.In this way it produce a fantastic wave effect which is ideal for body-boarding and knee-boarding (or surfing during private parties). 

  IMG Worlds of Adventure: is an indoor amusement park in the United Arab Emirates,Dubai. It is Dubai’s first mega themed entertainment destination. The park is divided into five"epic zones". Two of the five zones represent global brands Cartoon Networkand Marvel, while IMG Boulevard and the Lost Valley – Dinosaur Adventure zones are original concepts created by the IMG Group. Novo Cinema is the fifth section of IMG Worlds of Adventure and agreement was signed between Novo Cinema and IMG World of Adventure in May 2015.

Rides : 

IMG Worlds of Adventure is the world’s best and biggest indoor theme park, packed full of truly immersive thrills for all the family. Visit today to see dinosaurs roam the Earth, or to be transformed into Ironman in time to save the world, or to experience the mind-blowing thrill of raptor flight. IMG Worlds of Adventure is the perfect place to unlock your imagination and have fun like never before. Use our ride filter to find a ride just for you.

Movies : 

Coming soon: IMG Worlds of Adventure – in partnership with Novo Cinemas – will soon boast a twelve screen multiplex offering Novo 7-star comfort and stunning 3D IMAX technology.

Watch the best movies in style: then head to IMG Worlds of Adventure and meet some of your big screen heroes in real life.

Let us transport you to worlds beyond the silver screen…

Dining : 

Want to eat and drink with your favorite Cartoon Network or MARVEL characters, or to share a meal with your family while watching dinosaurs in their natural habitat? Now’s your chance.. chefs use only the freshest ingredients to prepare the finest meals in incredible interactive settings.

Shopping : 

Why not take a souvenir of your day at IMG Worlds of Adventure home to remind you of the fun you had? Or buy someone a present they’ll never forget! IMG Worlds of Adventure retail stores have an exclusive range of thematic merchandise and branded goods from all your favorite Super Heroes and cartoon characters, taking immersive retail to amazing new levels…

Meet and Greet :

Want to hang out with your favorite Cartoon Network or MARVEL characters? Now’s your chance. Head to the IMG Worlds of Adventure Meet and Greet zone to make friends with the full IMG Worlds of Adventure cast, including Spider-Man, Thor and even the Powerpuff Girls.

 Desert Safari : Enjoy BBQ, Camel Ride, Dune Bashing, Photography & More.

This is one experience you can’t miss when in Dubai. Choose from the 3 options we offer ! Our desert safari drivers are all professional and have a passion for giving you a thrilling ride. So all you need to do is contact us and we will take care of the rest.

A must for everyone who is visiting UAE. A memory to share with your family and friends back home, This is one safari you cant do back home. We recommend it highly and it will be worth every penny spend !

This tour departs in the afternoon across the desert of Dubai with several photo-stops during an exciting dune drive to the first destination a camel farm. The drive continues across the desert. We stop to watch the beautiful sunset before reaching our campsite where you have the opportunity to do a camel ride, sand boarding and try out a henna design on hand or feet. After working up an appetite enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner and shisha (the famous Arabic water pipe). Before returning to Dubai/Sharjah watch our belly dancer performing her show around the campfire by starlight.

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24 Ways To Save Money When You Travel

Having been somebody who traveled habitually for work and now finds a good place for relaxation, I wind up getting asked 'How might you stand to travel?' or 'How would you get a good deal on travel?'. There is no mystery enchantment answer to this. I won't disclose to you a come up short evidence approach to travel for totally free for an incredible remainder. Be that as it may, I will demonstrate to you how you don't need to be rich to travel frequently! 

I have discovered that a basic outlook while traveling alongside some imagination and an eagerness to step outside your usual range of familiarity can assist you with spending less. In the event that you pick less extravagance and solace and look to where local people go, you don't need to make a decent attempt to get a good deal on travel. 

You likewise don't have to 'ghetto it' if that isn't your thing. There are huge amounts of extravagance lodging at a small amount of the cost that anybody can access. Simply include a touch of research and a spot of hunger for something new. 

1. Make a travel spending plan. 

Following basic travel spending will help facilitate your psyche and your wallet. Setting spending prevents you from overspending abroad and will spare you an astounding measure of money. Not certain where to begin? Snatch my free travel spending organizer where you enter you're evaluated versus real costs for transportation, hotel, nourishment, and diversion things so you can without much of a stretch track and remain inside spending plan while you travel. 

2. Pack brilliant and light. 

It is critical to pack just the fundamentals. In the event that you are touring the countryside the lighter the payload, the less mileage on your vehicle and the less you will spend on gas. In the event that you are flying, pressing light will spare you the cost of handling your sacks as you can convey them on. Check TSA governs however so you don't break the 3-1-1 fluid principle and sit around idly getting singled out for additional pursuit. 

3. Be adaptable to your arrangements. 

Now and again flights drop, your packs get lost, the movement you booked failed to work out, or you got injured or wiped out on your outing. Sadly things occur and it pays off to purchase travel security plans or protection when you book. 

4. Check different destinations and applications. 

Check different hotspots for travel arrangements and bundles. Clear your reserve before each site so you see the best arrangements first. 

5. Observe the area before you book. 

Ensure the area is perfect for the exercises you have arranged. You would prefer not to wind up spending more on transportation than the movement itself! You may likewise need to look into how the climate will be during your remain so you can design in like manner. 

6. Get a good deal on travel with modest goals. 

Look at Forbe's rundown of 33 least expensive travel goals of 2018. In addition to the fact that they are modest, they are fun as well. 

7. In the event that you are an understudy or volunteer. 

investigate getting a travel grant. Grants and awards are accessible for the individuals who wish to either volunteer abroad our investigation abroad. Volunteer Forever has an exceptional rundown of 200 as of now accessible grants and awards that you can apply for. 

8. Join your preferred aircraft's travel rewards program.  

Look into your preferred aircraft's prizes program and go along with it before you book. When you book flights utilizing your prizes account, you acquire miles. You would then be able to apply those miles to future flights to save money on airfare or spare them up for two or three free flights. 

9. Book your travel in the week. 

Tuesdays and Wednesdays have appeared to have the least expensive expense on flights. You may likewise need to maintain a strategic distance from occasions and pinnacle season. 

10. Pursue email records.

 Pursue your preferred aircraft brand's email rundown or spending travel site. Now and then these locales have exceptional advancements and a minute ago travel bargains that you will just know in their messages. 

11. Get a good deal on travel with Expedia. 

With Expedia, you can package your flight, rental vehicle and lodging housing at a small amount of the cost if all purchased independently. With each buy you make through Expedia, you can acquire focuses to go towards future travel. I right now have $40 credit pending to use on future travel from buying a rental vehicle on our Pacific Coast Highway excursion. 

12. Get money back for travel with Spent Travel. 

In the event that you book vehicle rentals or flights utilizing this new application Spent Travel, you can get money back on the entirety of your travel transportation plans. 

13. Download Ibotta. 

Snap the 'Discover Offers' choice on Ibotta and select 'Travel' to get money back at destinations like Booking.com, Cheap-O-Air, Priceline, Hertz, and numerous others. You can likewise get money back for checking your receipts for gas, eating, shopping, and so on through the application on the web. Join with my connection to get a moment $10 money credit added to your Ibotta account which you can pull back when you come to the $20 mark. 

14. Save money on travel costs by touring the countryside. 

In the event that you have an eco-friendly vehicle, this could spare you hundreds effectively. Lamentably, it takes route longer than flying. You can likewise get money back on gas with money back a charge card or any number of the applications referenced in this post. 

15. Peruse Groupon travel bundles. 

Groupon has probably the best arrangements I have seen for travel bundles that incorporate airfare and transportation and a significant number of the bundles are even comprehensive. That implies you can book your whole excursion through Groupon. I have seen multi-day worldwide bundles for as low as $500 on the application! 

16. Transport vehicles. 

Why lease a vehicle when you can drive and take an excursion for nothing? Organizations like Autodriveaway transport autos the nation over and utilize ordinary individuals like you and me to move their clients' vehicles starting with one spot then onto the next. In the event that you are a driver for Autodriveway, you can possibly travel for nothing and get paid for it as well. 

17. Call the lodging legitimately. 

In the event that you have to make a minute ago inn housing and are hoping to spare, call them straightforwardly. Inns need to occupy every one of their rooms so if there are any open, they will in all likelihood give you a markdown on them. 

18. Use Airbnb for executioner investment funds on where to remain while traveling. 

In the event that you haven't scorched up for Airbnb yet, feel free to do as such here to get $40 off your next outing. Airbnb is the most ideal approach to lease extraordinary housing and feels like a genuine neighborhood on even the least of spending plans. Look at these 10 Unknown Airbnb Hacks You Have To Try to know the intricate details of getting the most value for your money with this application. 

19. Remain for nothing or get paid to house sit abroad with Trusted Housesitters.

 I presently can't seem to give this a shot by and by however have heard stories from others that are truly motivating. It is conceivable to remain for nothing while at the same time traveling and even get paid for it as well! We intend to give this a shot ourselves before the year's end. 

20. Volunteer abroad with WWOOF. 

You can volunteer abroad for a program like WWOOF. You will live and learn on natural homesteads worldwide while having a ton of fun doing it. I have companions that did this on a homestead in California and cherished it! 

21. Look at the travel tab on Dosh. 

One of my preferred money back applications Dosh has a travel tab that can procure you better than expected money back on your inn appointments. I got $40 money back on lodging in Mississippi that was about half money back in that specific circumstance. Look at all their choices here. 

22. Investigate the city the travel industry cards. 

Contingent upon your agenda, it may merit the money to get a city the travel industry card to increase free section to attractions, limits at eateries, free transportation, and so forth. They wind up being a lot less expensive than what you would have spent on everything independently. 

23. Take a gander at feasting and exercises accessible on Groupon. 

Groupon is an extraordinary method to catch wonderful arrangements on eating and exercises for your excursion. 

24. Get money back for feasting out. 

I sound extremely repetitive however this is another tip about Dosh. Dosh is particularly ideal for money back when feasting out as they have such a significant number of eateries in the application qualified for offers, I can't keep a check. 

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Contemporary Hotel Construction - Magical Mystery in the Magic Kingdom or New Disney Timeshares?

Genuine or False? The pinnacle under development beside Disney's Contemporary Hotel will be another Disney Vacation Club resort? 

 Envision on your next get-away turning up, bouncing on the monorail, and hopping off at many fun retreats and energizing attractions. On the off chance that gossipy tidbits demonstrate genuinely, you may before long have the option to do this at the Contemporary Hotel's under-development tower. 

 Disney is keeping its data assets away from plain view in regards to the Contemporary Hotel expansion. Yet, the new tower has just taken off to five stories and is required to be finished in 2009. 

 The Tower is on 14 sections of land somewhat north of the retreat's symbol; the outline Contemporary Hotel. This was just the second lodging at Disney World when it opened a while after the Big Mouse himself previously invited visitors on October 1, 1971. 

 Bits of gossip continue, bolstered by developing proof that Disney intends to utilize the new tower for Disney Vacation Club timeshares. Gossipy tidbits are hypothesis and noise, yet think about the accompanying authentic proof. 

[articlesonline]

It hardly seemed exotic, but was certainly evocative in name.

"Combining the excitement and drama of fire with the tranquility, isolation, and mystery of an island, the term suggests three of the ancient elements: fire, earth, and water," according to Madeleine C. Johnson in her book, "Fire Island: 1650s-1980s" (Shoreland Press, 1983, p. 1). "In two short, memorable words, it evokes the powerful, frequently opposing attractions presented by the barrier beach."

Formed by currents carrying eroded glacial debris, Fire Island itself is anything but static, as wind, waves, and weather continuously mold and reshape this narrow ribbon of sand and scrub, as if it were a string of clay. Its fragility, however, is more apparent from the air than the water.

"Seen from the air," according to the National Park Service, "Fire Island looks fragile and isolated. Atlantic waves beat against the white beach. Gnarled trees embrace its barely visible homes... Centuries of devastating storms off the Atlantic Ocean have battered dunes, opened inlets, and threatened to destroy (it). Yet this barrier island is resilient. Beaches eroded by winter storms get replenished by sand returning from off-shore sandbars. Beach grasses stake footholds again on slowly growing primary dunes."

Today's brief journey was, in a way, some two centuries in the making. Although it is now primarily a summer destination and domicile with a skeleton population clinging to its shores the rest of the year, its pre-1850s inhabitants would hardly have made the debutant list. Indians, pirates, and ghosts, making temporary and sometimes more permanent appearances, were considered either frightening or downright dangerous.

Tourists, needless to say, were in no hurry to book rooms there. Then, again, there were none to book, until David Sammis purchased 120 acres of grassland east of the Fire Island Light Station in 1855 and constructed the sprawling, 1,500-room Surf Hotel complex on it, seeking to establish the barrier island as one of the Atlantic Coast's opulent, celebrity-attracting resorts.

Access to it, of course, was as mandatory as the sand and sea which characterized it, prompting the inauguration of the Great South Bay's first ferry service, operated by the steam-powered yacht, Bonita-or "pretty" in Spanish it was-and the trolley line from the Babylon Station to the dock from which it departed. Sammis had to think of everything and, in terms of air access, the Wright Brothers were a half a century too late.

Enjoying the pinnacle of its success between the 1860s and 1880s, it attracted attention and people, who began piecing together small summer communities.

Fire Island represents the most fundamental conflict-man against nature or nature against man, depending upon which came first and which can be considered the greater perpetrator. It is conflictive. It both attracts and repels-in the former case, man, and the latter, the sea.

It provides a balance between sea and sand. It protects and harms, in the latter case if residents are present during raging weather.

That balance hinges upon the elements. While the trans-barrier island Ocean Parkway proposed by Robert Moses in 1927 would have improved access to and through it, facilitating day trip travel and same-day mainland return, its very protecting status would have assuredly caused its surf, wind, and hurricane demise - 花蓮海洋公園門票 . The highway itself, representing the inextricable man-and-nature symbiosis, would have marred its aesthetics, eroding the isolated nature which defined it. For this reason, it has often been labeled a "treasure."

Spurred by Moses' very attempt to introduce pollution and over population and thus weaken its already inherent fragility, President Johnson signed a 1964 bill, creating the 32-mile Fire Island National Seashore between Robert Moses State and Smith Point County parks located, respectively, in the west and east, with a federally protected zone between them for the purpose of preserving its natural beauty and thwarting any degree of excessive infrastructure additions.

[hotforharrison]

Meet & Greet ch 2

Chapter 1 <-- Series Masterlist --> Chapter 3

Pairing: Tom Holland/Reader

Summary: You missed out on a Tom Holland meet and greet, but a stranger, who you are pretty sure is a Tom Holland lookalike, rescues you from your pity party for one.

Word Count: 1259

Warnings: Smut is coming soon to a fanfic near you!

A/N: I haven’t written fanfic in aaaaages, but Tom Holland was just too damn pretty.

Your mysterious companion handed you his umbrella. “Ready to make a run for it?”

“You don’t have to.” You tried to hand the umbrella back to him.

He shook his head. “I’ll be fine.”

You definitely appreciated his gentlemanly behavior. He seemed really sweet, regardless of who he was or wasn’t. He’d probably be good company for the evening.

You ran together into the lobby, through the torrential downpour. The umbrella really didn’t help much, since it had gotten windy. At least he wasn’t nearly as wet as you were.

He ran his fingers through his hair. It had curled up quite a bit where it was damp and looked adorable. You found yourself wanting to touch it.

He pulled out his phone while you were getting in the elevator, and put it away after the elevator door opened again on your floor. “The rain’s not supposed to let up for a few hours.”

“Do you want to just hang out here?” you asked mindlessly as you walked toward your room. It didn’t fully occur to you what you’d suggested until after the words left your mouth. Hotel rooms weren’t really ideal for just ‘hanging out.’ There weren’t even two chairs, and the room was dominated by a single large bed.

He shrugged. “Sounds good to me.”

You hands were a bit shaky, and you found yourself fumbling with the key card. It ended up on the floor in front of the door.

He bent over, picked it up and slid it into the slot effortlessly. He pushed the door open, gesturing you to go inside. “Are you nervous?”

“I, uh, haven't ever been in a hotel room alone with a guy before," you admitted.

"There's a first time for everything, though, right?" he responded with a smile and placed the key card on the dresser.

If only he knew. That was what you'd been thinking of, every last one of the implications of being in a hotel room alone with one of the most attractive men you'd ever had the pleasure of seeing. You hadn't even been kissed before, and here you were, with your mysterious stranger who was possibly Tom Holland, honestly more toward likely at this point.

Your arousal was probably palpable, and you hoped he didn’t notice. You’d rather avoid the awkward situation and inevitable rejection. He could have models and actresses, and you knew you were definitely neither of those things.

"I'll be right back." He went into the bathroom and shut the door quietly behind him.

You hefted your suitcase up onto the bed to look through your clothes for something dry to wear. It fell on the floor instead, spreading your belongings in a pile in front of you. You sighed.

The bathroom door opened, and he noticed you trying to sort through the mess. “Here, let me help you with that.”

“Thank you. You’re so sweet.”

“I wouldn’t say that.” He kneeled down beside you and started folding up the mess of clothes. He suddenly burst out laughing and couldn’t seem to stop.

You looked over at him, curious, and he had a box in his hand with a post-it note attached.

“Someone seems to think you need to ‘leave your v-card in Europe.’”

You could feel your face flushing with embarrassment as you peered down at the handwriting and immediately recognized it and that what he was holding was a box of condoms. “That would be my best friend. I’m so sorry.” You buried your face in your hands, cheeks burning.

“Hey, look at me,” he said, gently lifting your chin. “Why are you sorry?”

You look into his pretty brown eyes and swallow heavily. “Well, it’s kind of...I don’t know, pathetic? Most people who aren’t saving themselves for anything, and if I’m being honest, at least get kissed before they’re my age.”

“It’s not pathetic. I’m surprised someone as gorgeous as you are has gone this long without being kissed.” He paused, looking thoughtful. “It’s perfectly fine if you don’t want to, and I won’t take it personally at all, but would it be alright if I kissed you?”

You were beyond surprised. He wanted to kiss you and thought you might not want to? You were hard pressed to think of something you’d wanted more intensely than you wanted this. You couldn’t get the words to come out, but you nodded. As he started to close the gap between your lips, you stopped him and took a deep breath. “Wait. What’s your name?”

“I’m Tom. I thought you already knew,” he replied, obviously a bit confused.

“I wasn’t sure. I mean I thought you were just a convincing lookalike at first, and then I didn’t want to be rude,” you confessed.

“I appreciate that. A lot of people aren’t that considerate. You’re sure, though? You only get one first kiss.”

You didn’t really need to think long and hard about it. Everything was special about it -- your first international trip and a secret rendezvous with someone you’d been crushing on for ages? “I’m very sure.”

“Ready?”

You were as ready as you’d ever be. “Yeah.”

“Close your eyes, darling,” he instructed you. “It’s better that way.”

The way he called you ‘darling’ went straight between your thighs. You closed your eyes and felt his lips press against yours, warm and dry. He gently stroked your jaw with his thumb as he kissed you. A few moments dragged on before he pulled back. Your lips and jawline were tingling where he’d touched you, and your heart was pounding all the way up into your throat. You opened your eyes, a bit dazed.

He broke the silence. “How was it?”

“Wow,” was all you could manage to get out.

“I’m glad it was good, and that I could share it with you.” He smiled at you. “You’re still soaked,” he commented, brushing his fingers against your dress. “That can’t be comfortable.”

“Oh. I’d stopped noticing.” You hadn’t moved away from him, both of you still kneeling on the floor in front of the bed. “What happens now?”

“Well, that depends. What do you want to happen now? How much further do you want to take this? Again, I won’t be offended or upset if you want to stop now. Your firsts should be special. I don’t want you to have any regrets.”

“How much further will you let me?” you replied immediately, stumbling a bit over your words, not giving yourself time to second guess.

He chuckled. “So you do want to ‘leave your v-card in Europe?’”

“I do, but I’m not sure how to do this.” You gestured between the two of you, then quickly added, “I know the basics. I’m just not sure what you like, or what I like for that matter.”

“I can take the lead. Do you want to change into some dry clothes first, or just get out of this?” He lightly tugged on the bottom of your dress.

Being naked in front of who you considered the pinnacle of sex appeal would be a little intimidating, now or later. Might as well get it over with. You shrugged and took another deep breath. “Well, it’s going to come off anyway, right?”

Tag list for some people whose work I have really enjoyed and/or thought might be interested: @moorehollandplz @tragicluver @madmadmilk @dtftomholland@thollandss

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June 2016 Events in Little Rock, Arkansas

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June 2016 Events in Little Rock, Arkansas

June is officially summer in Arkansas.  The local farmers’ markets are all in full swing.  The Travelers are playing throughout the summer. All of the splash pads and water parks are opening after Memorial Day, and Movies in the Park and other free or cheap summer movies start.

This year, we have Riverfest in June instead of May and it’s going to be a weekend full of fun.

June 4 and June 5 are Family Fun Days at seven local attractions.

Wild River Country, the Arkansas Travelers, the Little Rock Zoo, the USS Razorback, Magic Springs, Big Rock Fun Park and Play Time Pizza are all offering special discounts. The discounts are listed on the Family Fun Days promotion page.

The central Arkansas libraries are all kicking off their special summer reading programs.  There are special events all summer at most library locations.

Father’s Day is in June and Dickey-Stephens has special promotions for it.

June 3

Riverfest: All weekend.

Feed Your Mind Friday at Arkansas Arts Center:Join Ann Prentice Wagner, Ph.D., curator of drawings at the Arkansas Arts Center, for a discussion on Renoir’s Madame Henriot in Costume: A Special Loan. From 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Vintage Market Days: All weekend, this event has shopping, music and food trucks.  Admission is $10 on Friday and $5 on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are good for the whole weekend.  Located at 2600 Howard Street in Little Rock.

June 4

Capital Hotel Tea:Cost is $35 plus tax and gratuity ($44.68) or $45 plus tax and gratuity ($58.60) with a glass of champagne/sparkling wine. Call 501-370-7068 for reservations or get tickets online.

African American Arts in Arkansas: At the Mosaic Templars Cultural Centerfrom 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The symposium’s theme is “African American Arts in Arkansas.” The seminar is free to attend but registration is required. Deadline for registering is May 30.

Free Fishing Derby at Pinnacle Mountain State Park:For kids, There will be how-to-fish clinics, casting contests, free snacks, and lots of prizes. Prizes will be given away throughout the event with a special prize for the biggest fish. Bring your own bait and tackle. Contest is for kids 15 and under, although everyone is welcome to fish after 11 a.m. with a fishing license.

June 10

2nd Friday Art Night: Once-a-month event when the galleries, museums, and businesses in downtown Little Rock are open from 5-8 p.m. for an after-hours gallery walk.  Start at the Arkansas Historic Museum.

June 11

River City Comic Expo: Arkansas’ biggest comic convention.  Lots of great panels, costume contests, and vendors.  Admission is $10 for a single day or $15 for both. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Check schedule online.

Encounter an Eagle at Central Arkansas Nature Center: The Little Rock Zoois bringing a special guest to the Arkansas Nature Center.

Animal Explorations! at Little Rock Zoo:The Little Rock Zoo is hosting a class about great apes and monkeys or amphibians and reptiles for ages 6-11.

The Magic of Small Town Arkansas at the Historic Arkansas Museum: In this interactive magic show, Tommy Terrific discovers a mysterious trunk belonging to his Great Uncle Fumpernutter, an Arkansas peddler. Each item in the trunk, ranging from brooms to newspapers, to pots and pans, and even a bulb of cotton, has a historic use as well as a magical use that will both delight and educate children of all ages. Children will learn what life was like for families in small towns throughout Arkansas during the 1800s and they will gain a greater understanding of the historical origins of products that are still in use today.

June 12

Little Rock Wind Symphony A Stars and Stripes Celebration:  At the MacArthur Military Museum, the Wind Symphony presents hand-clapping marches, flag-waving patriotic songs, and toe-tapping Broadway show tunes. Bring the kids and your picnic baskets.  Admission is free.

Free Family Funday at the Arkansas Arts Center:Free activities at the Arkansas Arts Center. This month kids can explore Pointillism by using small dots of color to create a larger composition.

June 16

Career Day at Little Rock Zoo: Vet:The Little Rock Zoo is hosting a fun career exploration.  Get your questions answered and get a jump ahead of others for your path into animal care. Ages 12-18.

June 18:

Career Day at Little Rock Zoo: Zookeeper:The Little Rock Zoo is hosting a fun career exploration.  Get your questions answered and get a jump ahead of others for your path into animal care. Ages 12-18.

Animal Explorations! at Little Rock Zoo:The Little Rock Zoo is hosting a class about elephants for ages 6-11.

Juneteenth Music Festival: At the Clear Channel Metroplex, 10800 Colonel Glenn Road.

June 23

Career Day at Little Rock Zoo: Vet:The Little Rock Zoo is hosting a fun career exploration.  Get your questions answered and get a jump ahead of others for your path into animal care. Ages 12-18.

June 24

Zoo Snooze:Sleep over at the The Little Rock Zoo.  This is a fun, family camp out and a chance to see the zoo after hours.

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Reader’s Choice: 10 Books That Will Make Great Holiday Gifts

Grammarly blog readers love many things. Chief among them, grammar advice, writing tips, and of course, reading.

Book recommendations are always clutch, especially at this time of the year. So for those looking for last-minute stocking-stuffers or timely selections for your book clubs, we asked our Facebook audience, “What has been your favorite book of 2017?” Here are their picks for the  books they’re loving right now along with reviews from Goodreads.

1. A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles



This was the most common recommendation  from our Facebook crowd. 

“A Gentleman In Moscow and The Underground Railroad are two of my favorite books for 2017,” Grammarly enthusiast Jackie Greenwalt wrote. “Two novels that tell the history of the times; both amazing in their own way.”

“I really enjoyed A Gentleman in Moscow,” added another member of our Facebook audience, Andrea McManus.

What Goodreads had to say: “A Gentleman in Moscow immerses us in another elegantly drawn era with the story of Count Alexander Rostov. When, in 1922, he is deemed an unrepentant aristocrat by a Bolshevik tribunal, the count is sentenced to house arrest in the Metropol, a grand hotel across the street from the Kremlin. Rostov, an indomitable man of erudition and wit, has never worked a day in his life, and must now live in an attic room while some of the most tumultuous decades in Russian history are unfolding outside the hotel’s doors. Unexpectedly, his reduced circumstances provide him a doorway into a much larger world of emotional discovery.”

2. The Signature of All Things by Elizabeth Gilbert

One of our most thoughtful recommendations came from Patricia George, who shared this note about her book choice: “It is so good, so encompassing, and it comprises elements of Tolstoy, Hugo, Dickens, Flaubert, and Balzac.”

What Goodreads had to say: “Exquisitely researched and told at a galloping pace, The Signature of All Things soars across the globe—from London to Peru to Philadelphia to Tahiti to Amsterdam, and beyond. Along the way, the story is peopled with unforgettable characters: missionaries, abolitionists, adventurers, astronomers, sea captains, geniuses, and the quite mad. … Written in the bold, questing spirit of that singular time, Gilbert’s wise, deep, and spellbinding tale is certain to capture the hearts and minds of readers.”

3. 21st-Century Yokel by Tom Cox

A recent addition to bookshelves as of November of 2017, 21st-Century Yokel caught Grammarly enthusiast Sue Radford’s attention as a must-have book.


What Goodreads had to say: “21st-Century Yokel explores the way we can be tied inescapably to landscape, whether we like it or not, often through our family and our past. It’s not quite a nature book, not quite a humour book, not quite a family memoir, not quite folklore, not quite social history, not quite a collection of essays, but a bit of all six.”

4. Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann

If you enjoy books that become movies, Grammarly blog reader Vivian Guy’s pick is one you’ll appreciate. “Leo DiCaprio has the movie rights,” Guy wrote in her Facebook post. “Read it before you see it.”

What Goodreads had to say: “In the 1920s, the richest people per capita in the world were members of the Osage Indian Nation in Oklahoma. After oil was discovered beneath their land, the Osage rode in chauffeured automobiles, built mansions, and sent their children to study in Europe. Then, one by one, they began to be killed off. One Osage woman, Mollie Burkhart, watched as her family was murdered. Her older sister was shot. Her mother was then slowly poisoned. And it was just the beginning, as more Osage began to die under mysterious circumstances.”

5. All The Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr

Thanks to Facebook follower Simon Falk, we received the heads up about Doerr’s latest offering.

What Goodreads had to say: “From the highly acclaimed, multiple award-winning Anthony Doerr, a stunningly ambitious and beautiful novel about a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths collide in occupied France as both try to survive the devastation of World War II.”

6. La Belle Sauvage by Philip Pullman

Another Grammarly Facebook supporter, Gill Heaslip, pulled this 2017 Pullman book on our list!

What Goodreads had to say: “Eleven-year-old Malcolm Polstead and his dæmon, Asta, live with his parents at the Trout Inn near Oxford. Across the River Thames (which Malcolm navigates often using his beloved canoe, a boat by the name of La Belle Sauvage) is the Godstow Priory where the nuns live. Malcolm learns they have a guest with them, a baby by the name of Lyra Belacqua.”

7. Leonardo da Vinci by Walter Isaacson



Brush up on an important historical figure with this recommendation from reader Judy Cooper, who said mid-book that she “will be sorry when it’s finished.” The New York Times has listed Isaacson’s book on its best-seller list for seven weeks.

What Goodreads had to say: “Based on thousands of pages from Leonardo’s astonishing notebooks and new discoveries about his life and work, Walter Isaacson weaves a narrative that connects his art to his science. He shows how Leonardo’s genius was based on skills we can improve in ourselves, such as passionate curiosity, careful observation, and an imagination so playful that it flirted with fantasy.”

8. The Cedar by Carmen Butler

Facebook subscriber Lisa Butler recommended this book by a writer with her namesake. A coincidence? Perhaps.

What Goodreads had to say:  “From settling in the newly founded colonies in the 17th century through the pinnacle of the Civil War, The Cedar is an adventurous tale of the trials and triumphs of human endeavor, a broad canvas of emotion, and an epic tale of struggle and strength. A story that is at times heartwarming, at others heartbreaking, we are introduced to generations of the Bodes family and those close to them as they struggle against enemies, the challenges of the new world, and personal conflict.”

9. Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff … and it’s all small stuff: Simple Ways to Keep the Little Things from Taking Over Your Life by Richard Carlson

The longest book title recommended this December is from a 20-year old book and comes courtesy of another Facebook supporter, Mayur Jungi.

What Goodreads had to say: “Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff… and it’s all small stuff is a book that shows you how to keep from letting the little things in life drive you crazy. In thoughtful and insightful language, author Richard Carlson reveals ways to calm down in the midst of your incredibly hurried, stress-filled life. You can learn to put things in perspective by making the small daily changes he suggests,including advice such as “Think of your problems as potential teachers”; “Remember that when you die, your ‘In’ box won’t be empty”; and “Do one thing at a time.” You should also try to live in the present moment, let others have the glory at times, and lower your tolerance to stress.”

10. The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto by Mitch Albom

Grammarly blog supporter Christina Reilley shared a book from 2015 with an important qualifier for why it should make our list. “I read it this year, so it counts,” Reilley wrote. “It’s amazing.” We’re sold.

What Goodreads had to say: “Frankie, born in a burning church, abandoned as an infant, and raised by a music teacher in a small Spanish town, until war rips his life apart. At nine years old, he is sent to America in the bottom of a boat. His only possession is an old guitar and six precious strings. His amazing journey weaves him through the musical landscape of the 1940s, ’50s and ’60s, with his stunning playing and singing talent affecting numerous stars (Duke Ellington, Hank Williams, Elvis Presley) until, as if predestined, he becomes a pop star himself.

Other book recommendations to consider from Grammarly’s Facebook audience:


Sing, Unburied, Sing by Jesmyn Ward via Judi Grant

Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman via Karen Davis

Tribe by Sebastian Junger via Nicole Emm

November 9 by Colleen Hoover via Monalisa Chowdhurry

Let’s Kill Uncle by Rohan O’Grady via Chris Easley

A Column of Fire by Ken Follett via Lesly Livengood

The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood via Olga Da Polga

Origin by Dan Brown via Deanne Wallace

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                Not only does our world astonish us with destinations but also with place of stay at destinations. Get ready to unwind the mystery of beauty in unique way as you read on. Sleeping in open air or in the middle of the ocean or having your room overlooking the northern lights.

Here I will jot down 7 such weird and unusual stay across the world:

1. Golden Crown Levin Iglut, Levi, Finland: Unwind oneself with friends and families in these glass igloos to on look the stunner northern lights. Each igloo has a kitchenette stocked with breakfast sets, a full bath, and a double bed with adjustable headrests. Windows are insulated and heated to keep them from frosting, and curtains provide privacy. A small fireplace to enhance this rustic setting and an outdoor hot bathtub is also there to give the real experience.

2. HOTEL COSTA VERDE, PROVINCIA DE PUNTARENAS, COSTA RICA: The uniqueness of this hotel is that it’s a Boeing flight converted into a luxury guest house. It is a two-bedroom guest house with teak finish interiors. Windows overlook the forest and ocean. What can be more exhilarating then to stay, drink and dine in this stationed cargo plane.

3. SANTOS EXPRESS, MOSSEL BAY, SOUTH AFRICA: If deserted planes can be a place of stay, so can trains. Example of such stay is the Santos express which is a stationed passenger train just 100 feet from the Santos Beach. Four passenger cars have five berths with double beds, ocean views, and shared baths. A fifth car has 16 bunk beds for large groups and budget travellers, and the Honeymoon Caboose has its own bathroom and private porch facing the ocean. Two Royal Suite cars each have their own private baths and are perfect for families or couples who want a whole car to themselves.

4. NULL STERN HOTEL, SWITZERLAND: A hotel without rooms and yet ranked among the ten most expensive hotels of the world. One room hotel with open air concept overlooking the magnificent Swiss mountainside. The odd part of this hotel is one pays mere 250 dollars per night for just a bed in the wilderness without bathrooms or doors. If willing to pay some extra bucks to stay in the openness of nature, this is your stop.

5. MAGIC CLIFF, CHILE: The Magic Mountain Hotel in Hulio Hulio Reserve of Chile looks like something straight out of a fairy tale. In the shape of a wooden cone with a waterfall cascading from its pinnacle, approached via a wooden drawbridge and with porthole windows peeping out at irregular spaces. A magical place of stay amidst the reserve.

6. UTTER INN, SWEDEN: Imagine how exhilarating will it be to stay in the middle of the sea. The Utter inn of Sweden follows such stay in middle of nowhere concept. It consists of a of a deck and cabin on a floating platform, and beneath that, accessible via a steep ladder, an aquarium-like bedroom three metres below the surface. You are left with a canoe while your check-in to familiarize oneself with the sea.

7. SEWAGE PIPE PODS, OTTENSHEIM, AUSTRIA: Place of stay created from sewage pipe sections but not much else. They come with the pay-what-you-wish concept of habitats which house a double bed, lamp, power outlet, blankets, and minimal storage space. Lack of private toilet yet does not make them unpopular among people and ranks among the weird hotels one can find to stay in.

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Skyscraper (Feature)

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson is in town for his latest action movie called Skyscraper. Dwayne plays a character named Will Ford. After a career with the FBI as a Hostage Rescue Team Lead, Will now assesses the security of skyscrapers for a living. Things take a turn for the worse when Will is framed for a fire in what was supposed to be the tallest and safest building in the world. With his family trapped inside the skyscraper, Will has to attempt to rescue them and find out who caused the disaster so he can bring them to justice.

The Rock will be joined by Neve Campbell (Scream, House of Cards), Pablo Schreiber (American Gods, Orange is the New Black), Chin Han (The Dark Knight, Marco Polo) and Noah Taylor (Preacher, Game of Thrones). The story was written by Rawson Marshall Thurber who is also directing the film.

Last week Dwayne Johnson tugged on the heartstrings of Vancouverites with a heartfelt video posted to his Instagram account. In the video The Rock says Vancouver is one of his “favourite cities in the world” and talks about his first pro football game which took place in the city while he was playing for the Calgary Stampeders CFL Team.

Sometimes the goal we've worked our ass off for years is never achieved. Then years later we look back and realize, it's the best thing that NEVER happened.

A post shared by therock (@therock) on Aug 9, 2017 at 8:19pm PDT

The Rock also shared a behind the scenes picture of himself alongside writer/director Rawson Marshall Thurber and cinematographer Robert Elswit on set of Skyscraper:

Dream team. Officially kicking off DAY 1 of shooting our action thriller #SKYSCRAPER. To my right, our director/writer @RawsonThurber. To my left, the real star of our movie, legendary cinematographer and Oscar winner, #RobertElswit. From ROGUE NATION and GHOST PROTOCOL to MICHAEL CLAYTON to THE TOWN and to his Oscar win for one of my favorite films, THERE WILL BE BLOOD. Robert's on the Mt. Rushmore of Cinematographers and I'm grateful and inspired to work with this legendary bad ass. What a dream team and crew I'm honored to create and drop sweat with. Day 1 and takin' it to new heights. Literally. #TallestBuildingInTheWorld #SKYSCRAPER #Day1 #ThurberJohnsonElswit

A post shared by therock (@therock) on Aug 15, 2017 at 8:38am PDT

Signs for the movie were spotted at the Pinnacle Hotel in near the Shipyards in North Vancouver on Tuesday, and they will be spending some time at the Canada Post Building, a filming hot spot in downtown Vancouver which serves as a studio-like facility to many productions.

Skyscraper is scheduled to continue filming in Vancouver and British Columbia until November 17th and is slated to be released in theatres on July 13th, 2018.

Marwencol (aka Untitled Robert Zemeckis Project, The Women of Marwen) (Feature)

Production of Marwencol was originally expected to kick off this week, but according to the DGCBC, the start date was moved ahead to last Friday. The movie stars Steve Carell (Anchorman, The Office) as Mark Hogancamp, a man who lost his memory following a horrific attack. As he begins to recover, Mark turns to building a miniature village to help him cope and pass the time. The village is comprised of dolls whose identities he believes are real.

As the current working title suggests, Oscar winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis is directing the film from a script he wrote alongside Caroline Thompson. Robert is best known for writing the Back to the Future movie franchise as well as producing The Polar Express.

Here’s a roundup of the cast according to the film’s IMDb page:

Actor Role You may know them from Steve Carell Mark Hogancamp Anchorman, The Office, The 40-Year-Old Virgin Gwendoline Christie Game of Thrones, Star Wars: The Force Awakens Eiza González Caralala From Dusk Till Dawn: The Series, Baby Driver, True Love Diane Kruger Deja Thoris Inglourious Basterds, The Bridge Leslie Mann Knocked Up, 17 Again, The 40-Year-Old Virgin Janelle Monáe You’ve probably heard of her from her music, but also Hidden Figures, Moonlight Stefanie von Pfetten Wendy Shooter, The Man in the High Castle, Cracked Neil Jackson Kurt Sleepy Hollow, Make It or Break It, Quantum of Solace Falk Hentschel Hauptsturmführer Ludwig Topf Legends of Tomorrow, Reckless, Knight and Day

Thanks to @chefbk11 for the tweet below of Lefeuvre Road in Abbotsford which was closed down for the movie near McTavish Road from Tuesday to today.

Well looks like Mr. #stevecarell is shutting down some country roads for his next big movie@WhatsFilming @yvrshoots http://pic.twitter.com/TeAJjc0hHt

— ChefB (@chefbk11) August 16, 2017

Marwencol is scheduled to continue filming in Vancouver and British Columbia until October 19th and will be released in theatres on November 21st, 2018.

A big thank you to @lemon_buzz for first breaking the news that both of these movies would be coming to Vancouver to film!

Also Starting This Week

The 100 – Season 5 (TV Series) Cast: Eliza Taylor, Tasya Teles Filming until January 29th, 2018

All of My Heart 2 (TV Movie) Cast: Lacey Chabert, Brennan Elliott Filming until September 1st

Love Struck Cafe (TV Movie) Cast: Cassidy Nugent Filming until September 1st

Hailey Dean Mysteries 3 (TV Movie) Cast: Kellie Martin, Josh Sabarra‏ Filming until September 7th

Mistletoe Inn (TV Movie) Cast: Alicia Witt Filming until September 8th

A Gift to Remember (TV Movie) Cast: Ali Liebert, Peter Porte Filming until September 6th

For a full list of what’s filming in Vancouver and British Columbia right now, check out our In Production page.

Wrapping Up This Week

Four Christmases and a Wedding (TV Movie) with Arielle Kebbel, Markie Post, Corey Sevier, Madison Smith, Donna Benedicto, Caitlin Stryker, Jarrod Terrell and Cassidy Nugent wrapped up August 14th

Beyond – Season 2 (TV Series) with Burkely Duffield, Romy Rosemont, Michael McGrady, Eden Brolin, Dilan Gwyn and Jonathan Whitesell wrapped up August 11th (was originally scheduled to wrap August 16th)

If you see any of these productions, including Skyscraper or Marwencol filming in Vancouver and British Columbia, be sure to let us know by tweeting us (@WhatsFilming) or via our Submit a Location page.

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Things to Do in Vancouver this Weekend: July 6, 2017

The name of this weekend is diversity! The Indian Summer Fest brings themes of war and peace from the East, there’s a Greek festival, a Latin American festival, Theatre Under The Stars begins, the MOA has an Indigenous art exhibit with insight from contemporary Indigenous artists and community members, and there’s a few street parties on both sides of town – the Khatsahlano fest in Kitsilano, and Car Free Day on Commercial Drive.

Friday | Saturday | Sunday | Ongoing

Friday July 7

Indian Summer Festival Where: Various locations What: This year’s festival theme is ‘Tales of War and Peace’. Artists are important voices in the larger community, allowing us to step into the worlds they create, while also addressing the pressing questions of the one we inhabit. This year’s line-up includes an outstanding array of award-winning artists who have the courage to say what they think, to hold up a mirror to ugly truths, but also to transcend, offer hope and celebrate creation when the world looks dispiriting. Runs until: Saturday July 15, 2017

Theatre Under the Stars

Theatre Under the Stars Where: Stanley Park What: Enjoy a delightful dose of entertainment this summer with two Broadway musicals. Mary Poppins and The Drowsy Chaperone will be performed live at the Malkin Bowl. A beloved Vancouver tradition since 1940, TUTS 2017 season promises song & dance in two family-friendly productions celebrating love and imagination. Runs until: Saturday August 19, 2017

Be Polite

Be Polite Where: Contemporary Art Gallery What: Working closely with the Estate of Gordon Bennett and IMA Brisbane the exhibition will comprise a selection of rare works on paper including drawing, painting, watercolour, poetry, and essays from the early 1990s through to the early 2000s. Runs until: Sunday September 24, 2017

The Legend of Zelda Escape Room Where: Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront What: Participants work in teams of six to solve a mystery in a huge area, all within a set time limit. The experience will let guests interact with classic items and characters seen in The Legend of Zelda series like the Goron, Zora and Kokiri tribes. The items can be used to solve puzzles and move forward into other areas, just like in The Legend of Zelda games. Runs until: Sunday July 9, 2017

VSO: Pokemon Symphonic Evolutions

VSO: Pokemon Symphonic Evolutions Where: The Orpheum What: The VSO presents Pokémon: Symphonic Evolutions, performed live by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. This is the must-see video game concert of the year, giving fans and newcomers of all ages a chance to experience the evolution of the Pokémon franchise like never before.

Problem Child Where: Pacific Theatre What: Written by one of Canada’s most prolific playwrights, George F. Walker, this play follows R.J. and Denise, two dysfunctional parents from the wrong side of the tracks, who are trying to get their baby out of the system and back in their arms.  Runs until: Saturday July 8, 2017

Playland Nights

Playland Nights Where: Playland What: In addition to the craft beers, wines and Playland inspired cocktails – including Candy Floss Martinis, Candy Appletinis and Snow Cone vodka drinks, guest DJs will be spinning under the twinkling lights of Playland. Watch out for the axe-throwing station and other special activations and surprises that will accompany the already exciting features Playland offers.

Greek Summer Festival

Greek Summer Festival Where: Boundary Road at East 29th Ave What: A free, family–friendly festival that features Greek food and great multicultural entertainment. Runs until: Sunday July 16, 2017

Parcels and Fugue States

Parcels and Fugue States Where: 149 West Hastings What: Two award-winning Canadian writers, Pasha Malla and  Anosh Irani, discuss their most recent novels in this event hosted by Devyani Saltzman, Director of the Banff Centre’s Literary Arts program.

A Sublime Vernacular: The Landscape Paintings of Levine Flexhaug

A Sublime Vernacular: The Landscape Paintings of Levine Flexhaug Where: Contemporary Art Gallery What: The first overview of the extraordinary career of Levine Flexhaug (1918 – 1974), born in the Treelon area near Climax, Saskatchewan. It brings together approximately 450 of the artist’s paintings as well as several of his mural-sized works. An itinerant painter, he sold thousands of variations of essentially the same landscape painting in national parks, resorts, department stores and bars across western Canada from the late 1930s through the early 1960s. Runs until: Sunday September 24, 2017

Indigenous Plant Use

Indigenous Plant Use Where: Stanley Park What: Walk through the forest with an experienced guide of Coast Salish descent and learn about the traditional and present-day Indigenous relationships with local flora and fauna. While there will be no collecting on these tours, Stanley Park offers a perfect setting to learn about sustainable harvesting.

Stephen Shore: The Giverny Portfolio

Stephen Shore: The Giverny Portfolio Where: Vancouver Art Gallery What: Twenty-five photographs by contemporary American photographer Stephen Shore produced during several visits to Impressionist painter Claude Monet’s famous gardens at Giverny, France. Showing concurrently with the exhibition Claude Monet’s Secret Garden, Stephen Shore: The Giverny Portfolio offers a contemporary perspective on the tranquility originally captured in Monet’s iconic paintings. Runs until: Sunday October 1, 2017

Too Queer: A Bi Visibility Cabaret

Too Queer: A Bi Visibility Cabaret Where: The Fox Cabaret What: An arts-based community-engagement project created by Katie Sly, which has making and holding space for art addressing bisexuality, pansexuality, and polysexuality on the east coast since 2014. For the purposes of this project, bisexuality, pansexuality, and/or polysexuality are sexual orientations that describe attraction to persons of more than one gender.

In a Different Light

In a Different Light Where: Museum of Anthropology What: More than 110 historical Indigenous artworks and marks the return of many important works to British Columbia. These objects are amazing artistic achievements. Yet they also transcend the idea of ‘art’ or ‘artifact’. Through the voices of contemporary First Nations artists and community members, this exhibition reflects on the roles historical artworks have today. Featuring immersive storytelling and innovative design, it explores what we can learn from these works and how they relate to Indigenous peoples’ relationships to their lands. Runs until: Spring 2019

Works by Anna Milton

Works by Anna Milton Where: VanDusen Gardens What: Anna has been exhibiting and selling her work internationally since her college years. She trained and worked as an art therapist for many years and is interested in symbols and metaphor that are present in visual art. Runs until: Wednesday September 27, 2017

Dali & Hopper Where: The Cultch Culture Lab What: An original play about a group of young adults who deal with love and self-acceptance through the role their subconscious plays in their reality.

Rising Eagle Reconciliation Concert Where: Lafarge Lake (Coquitlam, BC) What: A free concert featuring the anointed music of Art Lucier and the Reviver band. It will involve church leaders and First Nation elders. The event will include apologies, speeches, celebrations, music and dance.

Whistler Children’s Festival

Whistler Children’s Festival Where: Whistler, BC What: Creative workshops, entertaining performances, and fun activities for kids. The party kicks off on Friday with an all ages Pyjama Party featuring performances from Norman Foote and local fan favourite, Ira Pettle. Runs until: Sunday July 9, 2017

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Khatsahlano Street Party Where: Kitsilano What: Multiple stages showcasing more than 50 of Vancouver’s top musical performers as well as the eclectic work of local artisans and street performers. This 10-block street fair, spanning from Burrard to MacDonald Street also features a wide variety of food options, bustling patios, giveaways, special activities, and licensed beer gardens.

Here is Where We Meet

Here is Where We Meet Where: The Orpheum What: Two Grammy award-winning giants come together in a rare concert that brings the best of classical Indian music and jazz to Vancouver. Dr. L Subramaniam, revered in India as the ‘Emperor of Sound,’ is one of the world’s pre-eminent violinists. Two-time Grammy Award winner Ernie Watts has made more than five hundred recordings with artists ranging from Cannonball Adderley and Thelonius Monk to Frank Zappa and The Rolling Stones. Experience a rare evening with maestros who embody the instruments they speak through, accompanied by a roster of outstanding musicians from two continents.

City of Angels Where: Performance Works, Granville Island What: The place – Los Angeles.  The time – the late 1940s. A New York crime novelist agrees, at the behest of a Hollywood producer, to adapt his latest novel into a screenplay but how much is he willing to sacrifice for a taste of fame and fortune?  As the disillusioned author’s marriage falls apart, we see, simultaneously, the adventures of his detective presented as if in black and white film. Runs until: Sunday July 17, 2017

FUBAR Roller Jam

FUBAR Roller Jam Where: Robson Square What: The Robson Square Skating Rink will be transformed by host DJ Alibaba into a classic roller rink with skating for families, old-school soul, funk and R&B music, and a fun retro vibe. The event will also feature dance and musical performances, face painting, prize draws, and more fun activities. Proceeds from the event will go to Make-A-Wish BC & Yukon.

Taco Fest

Taco Fest Where: Swangard Stadium What: All-ages, music and taco festival! Alcohol is available for those of a legally acceptable age. Tacos are available for all. Hosted by local burlesque personalities, April O’Peel & Melody Mangler.

Downtown East Side Women’s Fair and Flea Market Where: 200 block of Columbia What: The Downtown Eastside Women’s Centre is proud to present this year’s fair in partnership with the City of Vancouver, creating safe vending spaces for women in the DTES, celebrating neighbourhood creativity, repurposing donations to reduce waste, and promoting sustainable consumption.

Fin de Fiesta

Fin de Fiesta Where: Vancouver Playhouse What: This evening will feature Flamenco Rosario’s Professional Training Program dancers, performing Reflexiones choreographed by Rosario Ancer and Centro Flamenco dancers, performing works choreographed by Rosario Ancer, Veronica (Bonnie) Stewart, Afifa Eidher and Sula Boxall.

Carnaval del Sol

Carnaval del Sol Where: Concord Pacific Place What: Two days of live music, art, dance, sports, and poetry in celebration of Latin American Culture. More than 350 artists will be joining the festivities from various Latin American countries. Runs until: Sunday July 9, 2017

Mad Hatter Steampunk Costume Summer Tea Party Where: 803 East 16th ave What: Musical entertainment, tea party, baked goods by donation.

Shawn Mendes Where: Rogers Arena What: A Canadian singer and songwriter who gained popularity through Vine.

Vancouver’s Ultimate Trivia Championship: IQ Mania Where: The Biltmore What: IQ 2000 is pulling out all the stops for their inaugural once-a-year trivia extravaganza.

Juluau Where: Library Square What: A pig roast and Tiki drink party.

Big Yoga for Big Sisters Where: Heywood Park, North Vancouver What: An all levels, all ages, fun filled yogathon event to raise much needed funds for mentoring programs at Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland. Solo yogis and teams can register online, raise a minimum of $ 100 per person, and enjoy a day outdoors on the mat. 6 classes, 6 styles, one day.

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Car Free Day: Commercial Drive

Car Free Day: Commercial Drive Where: Commercial Drive What: 13 years ago, the first Car Free Day began as a grassroots initiative by Grandview-Woodlands residents who were concerned about the Gateway highway widening project and the effects of increasing automobile traffic in the neighbourhood. Instead of staging a traditional protest, the founders of Car Free Commercial Drive created a street festival where locals could engage and rethink the range of uses for neighbourhood streets.

VSO Free Concert

VSO Free Concert Where: Deer Lake Park (Burnaby, BC) What: Classical favourites and two of the most famous and beloved John Williams movie themes. Come early, bring your blankets and picnics for a beautiful night with the VSO at Deer Lake Park with your Vancouver Symphony Orchestra.

Art is the Only Language I Have

Art is the Only Language I Have Where: Spanish Banks What: Acclaimed indigenous artist Bhajju Shyam – of the Pradhan Gonds of central India – will be Indian Summer Festival’s artist-in-residence for 2017. Shyam will interact with the Vancouver public by setting up his easel, or to be more specific, his carpet (Bhajju works seated on the floor) at several public places. Painting on top large format photos of Vancouver cityscapes, Bhajju will infuse them with the forests, animals and supernatural beings from his own storytelling tradition.

Robson Square Salsa Where: Robson Square What: An annual series of free outdoor salsa dances. Learn, have fun, and show off your moves. Runs until: Sunday August 13, 2017

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Free Canadian Screenings

Free Canadian Screenings Where: The Cinematheque What: A full week of free screenings creates the centrepiece of our year-long Canada on Screen program, featuring many of Canada’s greatest film (and television) works. Vancouver audiences can experience seven of the Top 10 Canadian films of all time. Runs until: Friday July 7, 2017

Problem Child Where: Pacific Theatre What: Written by one of Canada’s most prolific playwrights, George F. Walker, this play follows R.J. and Denise, two dysfunctional parents from the wrong side of the tracks, who are trying to get their baby out of the system and back in their arms.  Runs until: Saturday July 8, 2017

Million Dollar Quartet Where: Arts Club Theatre What: Inspired by true events, this rocking jukebox musical takes you into Sun Records Studio on December 4, 1956, to witness the famed recording session that brought together rock and roll legends Presley, Cash, Lewis, and Perkins—for the first and only time. Runs until: Sunday July 9, 2017

The Legend of Zelda Escape Room Where: Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront What: Participants work in teams of six to solve a mystery in a huge area, all within a set time limit. The experience will let guests interact with classic items and characters seen in The Legend of Zelda series like the Goron, Zora and Kokiri tribes. The items can be used to solve puzzles and move forward into other areas, just like in The Legend of Zelda games. Runs until: Sunday July 9, 2017

Whistler Children’s Festival

Whistler Children’s Festival Where: Whistler, BC What: Creative workshops, entertaining performances, and fun activities for kids. The party kicks off on Friday with an all ages Pyjama Party featuring performances from Norman Foote and local fan favourite, Ira Pettle. Runs until: Sunday July 9, 2017

Indian Summer Festival Where: Various locations What: This year’s festival theme is ‘Tales of War and Peace’. Artists are important voices in the larger community, allowing us to step into the worlds they create, while also addressing the pressing questions of the one we inhabit. This year’s line-up includes an outstanding array of award-winning artists who have the courage to say what they think, to hold up a mirror to ugly truths, but also to transcend, offer hope and celebrate creation when the world looks dispiriting. Runs until: Saturday July 15, 2017

Canada 150 Art Show Where: Kimoto Gallery What: 150 pieces of original Canadian artwork by fifty plus artists from Vancouver and the region. The theme is not maple leaves, hockey nor Tim Hortons, instead it is diversity; featuring works by both emerging and established artists, who do what they do, devoted to their professional practices. Runs until: Saturday July 15, 2017

Means of Production Where: CityScape Community Art Space (North Shore) What: Through weaving, rug hooking and stitching, five textile artists explore the value, meaning, and metaphorical possibilities of methodically making work by hand in a digital age of increasingly rapid advancement. The title draws on Marx’s theory of alienation, which asserts that our humanity is created through production – essentially we are what we make. Runs until: Saturday July 15, 2017

The Vienna Model: Housing for the 21st Century City Where: Museum of Vancouver What: Explore housing in Vienna, Austria, through its portrait of the city’s pathbreaking approach to architecture, urban life, neighborhood revitalization, and the creation of new communities. Runs until: Sunday July 16, 2017

Greek Summer Festival

Greek Summer Festival Where: Boundary Road at East 29th Ave What: A free, family–friendly festival that features Greek food and great multicultural entertainment. Runs until: Sunday July 16, 2017

City of Angels Where: Performance Works, Granville Island What: The place – Los Angeles.  The time – the late 1940s. A New York crime novelist agrees, at the behest of a Hollywood producer, to adapt his latest novel into a screenplay but how much is he willing to sacrifice for a taste of fame and fortune?  As the disillusioned author’s marriage falls apart, we see, simultaneously, the adventures of his detective presented as if in black and white film. Runs until: Sunday July 17, 2017

Robson Square Salsa Where: Robson Square What: An annual series of free outdoor salsa dances. Learn, have fun, and show off your moves. Runs until: Sunday August 13, 2017

Oh, Canada – The True North Strong and Funny

Oh, Canada – The True North Strong and Funny Where: The Improv Centre on Granville Island What: Based on audience suggestions, the cast lampoon such Canadian ‘institutions’ as Heritage Minutes, the Mounties, winter, our hunky Prime Minister, hockey, and lumberjacks or other endless possibilities. As this is improv and the show is made up on the spot, no two shows are ever the same. Join us for some distinctively Canadian laughs. You’ll be nicer for it. Runs until: Saturday August 19, 2017

Theatre Under the Stars

Theatre Under the Stars Where: Stanley Park What: Enjoy a delightful dose of entertainment this summer with two Broadway musicals. Mary Poppins and The Drowsy Chaperone will be performed live at the Malkin Bowl. A beloved Vancouver tradition since 1940, TUTS 2017 season promises song & dance in two family-friendly productions celebrating love and imagination. Runs until: Saturday August 19, 2017

Kitsilano Showboat

Kitsilano Showboat Where: Kits beach What: Almost anything can happen at this family friendly showcase of amateur talent dating back to 1935. Runs until: Saturday August 19, 2017

Live Carving of Stó:lō Welcome Figures

Live Carving of Stó:lō Welcome Figures Where: Tourism Chilliwack Visitor Centre (Chilliwack, BC) What: Terry Horne, artist and Chief from Yakweakwioose band, is carving two Stó:lō Welcome Figures at the Chilliwack Visitor Centre. Runs until: August 2017

Story Walks

Story Walks Where: The Shipyards and in Lynn Canyon Park What: Free drop-in walks at The Shipyards are offered Saturdays and Sundays at 11 am and 1:30 pm. Meet at Lonsdale Ave. and Victory Ship Way. Free drop-in walks in Lynn Canyon Park are offered Wednesdays and Thursdays from July 6th to August 24th at 11 am and 1:30 pm. Meet across from the Lynn Canyon Café. Runs until: Sunday August 27, 2017

Dance in Transit Where: Various outdoor locations What: A continuous supply of dancing during the warm months —at no cost. Watch it, try it, and see if you love it. Runs until: Sunday August 27th, 2017

Xi Xanya Dzam – Those Who Are Amazing At Making Things Where: The Bill Reid Gallery What: Xi Xanya Dzam (pronounced hee hun ya zam) is the Kwak’wala word describing incredibly talented and gifted people who create works of art. The exhibition is both a showcase and a critical exploration of ‘achievement’ and ‘excellence’ in traditional and contemporary First Nations art. Runs until: Sunday September 4, 2017

Pictures From Here

Pictures From Here Where: Vancouver Art Gallery What: Featuring photographs and video works from the early 1960s to the present that capture the urban environment of the Greater Vancouver region, its citizens and the vast “natural” landscape of the province. Runs until: Sunday September 4, 2017

Sunday Art Market

Sunday Art Market Where: Jim Deva Plaza What: Local artists, vendors and makers, largely from Vancouver’s West End, along with musical and other live performances and artist-led workshops to drop into. Runs until: September 2017

Panda International Night Market Where: Richmond, BC What: A diverse market in Richmond, with shopping, food, beverages, and a game zone. Runs until: Monday September 11, 2017

Flora and Fauna: A Summer Art Show Where: The Fall Tattooing and Artist Studio What: An artistic summer celebration of all vibrant, colourful, living things. Runs until: Friday September 15, 2017

Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival

Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival Where: Vanier Park What: What do you say to watching a live production of Much Ado About Nothing, The Winter’s Tale, The Merchant of Venice or The Two Gentlemen of Verona in a custom-built tent on the beach while sipping wine, beer, and munching on a picnic lunch themed to the play? Yes! Right? After 28 years, this festival has hit a stride of near perfection (and don’t even get us started on the amazing costumes.) Runs until: Saturday September 23, 2017

A Sublime Vernacular: The Landscape Paintings of Levine Flexhaug

A Sublime Vernacular: The Landscape Paintings of Levine Flexhaug Where: Contemporary Art Gallery What: The first overview of the extraordinary career of Levine Flexhaug (1918 – 1974), born in the Treelon area near Climax, Saskatchewan. It brings together approximately 450 of the artist’s paintings as well as several of his mural-sized works. An itinerant painter, he sold thousands of variations of essentially the same landscape painting in national parks, resorts, department stores and bars across western Canada from the late 1930s through the early 1960s. Runs until: Sunday September 24, 2017

Unbelievable

Unbelievable Where: The Museum of Vancouver What: This exhibition poses provocative questions about our perception of stories by assembling iconic artifacts, storied replicas, and contested objects for a mind-bending exploration of the role stories play in defining lives and communities – and what happens when we question the tales we’ve long relied upon. Unbelievable objects include the Thunderbird totem pole that appeared in controversial filmmaker Edward Curtis’ 1906 work In the Land of the Head Hunters; contemporary ‘totems’, each with contrasting stories about a point in time in Vancouver; and artifacts illustrating the complex narrative around Vancouver’s relationship with First Nations communities. Runs until: Sunday September 24, 2017

Uninterrupted

Uninterrupted Where: Under the Cambie Street Bridge What: After dusk, audiences will witness the extraordinary migration of wild Pacific salmon in a 30-minute cinematic spectacle that explores the connection between nature and our urban environments. Runs until: Sunday September 24, 2017

Be Polite

Be Polite Where: Contemporary Art Gallery What: Working closely with the Estate of Gordon Bennett and IMA Brisbane the exhibition will comprise a selection of rare works on paper including drawing, painting, watercolour, poetry, and essays from the early 1990s through to the early 2000s. Runs until: Sunday September 24, 2017

Works by Anna Milton

Works by Anna Milton Where: VanDusen Gardens What: Anna has been exhibiting and selling her work internationally since her college years. She trained and worked as an art therapist for many years and is interested in symbols and metaphor that are present in visual art. Runs until: Wednesday September 27, 2017

Shipyards Night Marlet

Shipyards Night Market Where: Lonsdale, North Vancouver What: Food, art, music, entertainment, shopping, a beer garden, and you can bring your dog! Runs until: September 29, 2017

ZimCarvings Where: VanDusen Botanical Garden What: Patrick Sephani along with visiting artist Peter Kananji will be showcasing works from over 30 Zimbabwean stone sculptors on the beautiful garden grounds and carving stone sculptures on site.  All works will be available for purchase. Runs until: Saturday September 30, 2017

Claude Monet’s Secret Garden

Claude Monet’s Secret Garden Where: Vancouver Art Gallery What: The most comprehensive exhibition of French painter Claude Monet’s work in Canada in two decades, Claude Monet’s Secret Garden will trace the career of this pivotal figure in Western art history. This exhibition will present thirty-eight paintings spanning the course of Monet’s long career from the unparalleled collection of the Musée Marmottan Monet, Paris. Runs until: Sunday October 1, 2017

Stephen Shore: The Giverny Portfolio

Stephen Shore: The Giverny Portfolio Where: Vancouver Art Gallery What: Twenty-five photographs by contemporary American photographer Stephen Shore produced during several visits to Impressionist painter Claude Monet’s famous gardens at Giverny, France. Showing concurrently with the exhibition Claude Monet’s Secret Garden, Stephen Shore: The Giverny Portfolio offers a contemporary perspective on the tranquility originally captured in Monet’s iconic paintings. Runs until: Sunday October 1, 2017

Persistence

Persistence Where: Vancouver Art Gallery What: Persistence draws together three recent contemporary installations to explore the surprising and creative ways that technologies, physical objects and natural processes endure and transform. Runs until: October 1, 2017

Elad Lassry

Elad Lassry Where: Vancouver Art Gallery What: Investigating the nature of perception with a special focus on the photographic image within the digital era, the exhibition includes more than seventy works—films, photographs and sculpture—produced by Lassry over the last decade. Runs until: Sunday October 1, 2017

Mount Pleasant Farmers Market Where: Dude Chilling Park What: Amble over and pick up some afternoon picnic supplies, groceries for the week, and Sunday dinner fixings from 25+ farms and producers. Each week you’ll find a fresh selection of just-picked seasonal fruits & veggies, ethically-raised meats & sustainable seafood, artisanal bread & prepared foods, craft beer, wine, & spirits, handmade craft, and coffee & food trucks. Runs until: Sunday October 8, 2017

Traces of Words: Art and Calligraphy from Asia

Traces of Words: Art and Calligraphy from Asia Where: UBC Museum of Anthropology What: Words and their physical manifestations are explored in this insightful exhibition, which will honour the special significance that written forms. Varied forms of expression associated with writing throughout Asia is shown over the span of different time periods: from Sumerian cuneiform inscriptions, Qu’ranic manuscripts, Southeast Asian palm leaf manuscripts and Chinese calligraphy from MOA’s Asian collection to graffiti art from Afghanistan and contemporary artworks using Japanese calligraphy, and Tibetan and Thai scripts. Runs until: Monday October 9, 2017

Richmond Night Market

Richmond Night Market Where: Richmond, BC What: There’s a dinosaur park! Anamatronic dinosaurs! Also – live performances, carnival games, over 200 retail stalls and over 500 food choices from around the world. Runs until: October 9, 2017

Onsite / Offsite Tsang Kin-Wah

Onsite / Offsite Tsang Kin-Wah Where:  Vancouver Art Gallery What:  This large-scale composition transforms English texts to form intricate floral and animal patterns. The work draws from discriminatory language that appeared in newspapers and political campaigns in Vancouver during the 1887 anti-Chinese riots, the mid-1980s immigration influx from Hong Kong and most recently, the heated exchanges around the foreign buyers and the local housing market. Runs until: Sunday October 15, 2017

West End Farmers Market Where: 1100 Comox St What: Located in the heart of Vancouver’s busy West End, this laid-back Saturday market looks onto beautiful Nelson Park and adjacent community gardens. Each week, shop for the best in local, seasonal produce, artisanal bread & prepared foods, craft beer, wine, & spirits, ethically raised meat, eggs, & dairy, sustainable seafood, wild crafted product, and handmade craft. Hot food & coffee on-site as well. Runs until: Saturday October 21, 2017 (Saturdays)

Trout Lake Farmers Market Where: Trout Lake What: This is where you’ll find the vendors who have been doing it since the beginning; what started as 14 farmers ‘squatting’ at the Croatian Cultural Centre back in 1995 has grown into Vancouver’s most well-known and beloved market. Visitors come from near and far to sample artisan breads & preserves, stock up on free-range and organic eggs & meats, get the freshest, hard-to-find heirloom vegetables and taste the first Okanagan cherries and peaches of the season. Runs until: Saturday October 21, 2017 (Saturdays)

Kitsilano Farmers Market

Kitsilano Farmers Market Where: Kitsilano Community Centre parking lot What:   A great selection of just-picked, seasonal fruits & vegetables, ethically raised and grass fed meat, eggs, & dairy, sustainable seafood, fresh baked bread & artisanal food, local beer, wine, & spirits, and beautiful, handmade craft. Kids and parents alike can enjoy entertainment by market musicians, a nearby playground and splash park, and coffee and food truck offerings each week. Runs until: Sunday October 22, 2017 (Sundays)

The Lost Fleet Exhibit Where: Vancouver Maritime Museum What: On December 7, 1941 the world was shocked when Japan bombed Pearl Harbour, launching the United States into the war. This action also resulted in the confiscation of nearly 1,200 Japanese-Canadian owned fishing boats by Canadian officials on the British Columbia coast, which were eventually sold off to canneries and other non-Japanese fishermen. The Lost Fleet looks at the world of the Japanese-Canadian fishermen in BC and how deep-seated racism played a major role in the seizure, and sale, of Japanese-Canadian property and the internment of an entire people. Runs until: Winter 2017

Bill Reid Creative Journeys | Image via the Canadian Museum of History

Bill Reid Creative Journeys Where: The Bill Reid Gallery What: Celebrating the many creative journeys of acclaimed master goldsmith and sculptor Bill Reid (1920–1998), this exhibition provides a comprehensive introduction to his life and work. Runs until: Sunday December 10, 2017

Amazonia: The Rights of Nature

Amazonia: The Rights of Nature Where: UBC Museum of Anthropology What: MOA will showcase its Amazonian collections in a significant exploration of socially and environmentally-conscious notions intrinsic to indigenous South American cultures, which have recently become innovations in International Law. These are foundational to the notions of Rights of Nature, and they have been consolidating in the nine countries that share responsibilities over the Amazonian basin. Runs until: January 28, 2018

Emily Carr: Into the Forest

Emily Carr: Into the Forest Where: Vancouver Art Gallery What: Far from feeling that the forests of the West Coast were a difficult subject matter, Carr exulted in the symphonies of greens and browns found in the natural world. With oil on paper as her primary medium, Carr was free to work outdoors in close proximity to the landscape. She went into the forest to paint and saw nature in ways unlike her fellow British Columbians, who perceived it as either untamed wilderness or a plentiful source of lumber. Runs until: March 4, 2018

Chief Dan George: Actor and Activist Where: North Vancouver Museum What: An exhibition exploring the life and legacy of Tsleil-Waututh Chief Dan George (1899- 1981) and his influence as an Indigenous rights advocate and his career as an actor. The exhibition was developed in close collaboration with the George family. Runs until: April 2018

In a Different Light

In a Different Light Where: Museum of Anthropology What: More than 110 historical Indigenous artworks and marks the return of many important works to British Columbia. These objects are amazing artistic achievements. Yet they also transcend the idea of ‘art’ or ‘artifact’. Through the voices of contemporary First Nations artists and community members, this exhibition reflects on the roles historical artworks have today. Featuring immersive storytelling and innovative design, it explores what we can learn from these works and how they relate to Indigenous peoples’ relationships to their lands. Runs until: Spring 2019

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Canadian security strategist has tips

A Vancouver security strategist says Canada is lucky to have been neglected within the massive cyber attack that quickly crippled global networks on Friday.

A big ransomware assault affected 200,000 computer systems in greater than a hundred and fifty nations, which include one in five fitness trusts within the UK.

So how can people and companies shield themselves against such assaults?

Dominic Vogel, leader safety strategist with Cyber.SC says it’s like accurate hygiene – hold your laptop clean and safe.

“There’s a few actual primary things that the large majority of humans in the consumer international and the full-size majority of companies inside the enterprise global aren’t doing. So whilst these things occur… to me, it’s a self-inflicted wound.”

He says it’s about preserving on the pinnacle of factors.

“When we’re talking about applying protection patch, whilst Microsoft, your Windows working system pops up pronouncing patches need to be carried out, people tend to disregard them. When we see them, we have to make an effort and practice the ones proper away.”

Canadian ETF Strategies: Why A Canadian Bond ETF Is Better Than Investing security In Individual Bonds

Bonds are an imperative a part of each Canadian’s portfolio for a top purpose. Bonds bring the “promise” of fixed earnings with regular stable cash flows. But with interest prices soaring at all-time lows, the pressure to make every cent count has by no means been more. Creating such exposure smartly could make all of the difference in the returns.canadian dollar history chart

A portfolio for the common Canadian likely incorporates fixed earnings securities, in any other case called bonds. Bonds are mainly appealing to those traders at or near retirement as they look to update their every day and strong income with a similar positive movement of hobby income.canadian address format

Unfortunately buying bonds in Canada is not as easy or as price powerful as buying shares. Unlike equities which trade on an open stock market change with absolutely obvious bid and ask costs, bonds in Canada should be purchased thru a ‘supplier network’ which effectively gets rid of all the performance and transparency of a fully practical liquid market.

This is wherein it gets unsightly for the retail investor.

Compared to giant economic establishments who invest billions of greenbacks with pooled property, it is extremely challenging for the retail investor to buy a bond with the same efficacy as these massive behemoth economic institutions.

The most effective component that might be worse than shopping bonds through Canada’s provider network is purchasing a bond mutual fund. The common fee ratio on a Canadian bond mutual fund is near 1.75%. In an interest price environment where long-term yields are soaring round 3.Five%, that’s like sharing my hamburger with a stranger and him taking half of-of it in one chew. I don’t suppose so!

So how can the retail investor get the constant earnings publicity with a good-looking seniority and a good bid-ask spread? The common investor has to do not forget Bond ETF’s to create the constant income publicity in their portfolios.

ETF’s are controlled with the aid of large financial institutions, and trade on any range of stock exchanges much like your favorite stock. The benefits to the average investor are numerous.

A bond ETF is largely a gaggle of different bonds bundled up in a portfolio and traded inside the stock market. Unlike the person bonds themselves, there may be appreciably extra liquidity in bond ETFs, which makes for a tighter bid-ask to unfold. Basically, traders can without problems go out their role at any time without the value of massive transaction fees.

Network Security Sandbox

There is a huge range of community protection merchandise to be had available on the market now. Despite those products, sure undetected and resourceful cyber crimes take location by way of utilizing certain evasive binaries. They both make the network security device stop absolutely or escape from the observance of it. So, a behavioral method is needed to come across APT (Advanced Persistent Threats) which can be primarily based on malware’s sports.

Market Definition by Segment Type

There are three categories of the marketplace for community sandboxing.

1. Standalone

It is implemented independently of current network safety systems. It does not affect some other protection machine.

2. Firewall/IPS/UTM

It is an optional characteristic of present network safety and it’s far implemented inside the cloud.

3. Secure net Gateway / Secure Email Gateway

It is an elective function of the prevailing security solutions.

Key Factors Driving the Market Growth

Following are the predominant factors driving the marketplace boom:

Factor 1

The continuous upward push of cyber crimes at some stage in the world

The Data Breach Investigation Report of Verizon in 2015 found out that there have been 79790 mystery incidents and out of those, a few 2122 cases had confirmed data breaches. These breaches of protection happened in special forms together with the point of income intrusion, net app attack, cyber espionage, insider misuse, card skimmers, Desk Operating System attack, crime-ware, miscellaneous mistakes and physical thefts. In order to tackle the growing threats, the network protection system needs to be worried in steady research and modern equipment should be enforced before the crook attackers breach statistics, resulting in loss of money and enterprise.

Factor 2

The spear fishing attacks ought to be faced

It is a digital conversation scam or an e-mail focused on a particular organization, enterprise or man or woman to thieve statistics with malicious intentions. The criminals may additionally installation malware at the targeted consumer’s laptop. The spear phishing isn’t a random pastime, however a centered activity by way of perpetrators with the specific purpose of monetary advantage, navy facts, and exchange secrets. The emails to the objectives may additionally seemingly appear like coming from commonly a depended on supply, like eBay or PayPal. But the perpetrators may be the equal enterprise of the target in authority as ascertained in a maximum of the cases. Any such spear phishing mail can also incorporate certain inherent characteristics together with reputedly a relied on the source, valid reasons for a message and logically perfect validity.

Factor three

The adoption of NSS is greater regular.

The Network Security sandboxes beautify cyber safety. In NSS environment, the appliances can execute and look at community visitors and non-application facts, which include Adobe Flash or JavaScript to find malicious code. This enables the agencies to discover formerly unseen malware or 0-day threats before they input the network and purpose harm to the corporation. Thus, sandboxing has proved to be an effective device for superior danger safety and so its adoption is customary in the world.

Factor 4

The NSS can be included into existing systems

The NSS can combine with the existing security infrastructure like Firewall, UTM, and many others and defend, study, and enhance the overall danger safety. It can provide powerful safety in opposition to any superior threats. This slicing side sandbox capacity may be complemented with hooked up defenses, as NSS perfectly integrates with the prevailing platforms.

Becoming a Master Strategist

What separates a strategist from a master strategist? A strategist’s plan can be successful or fail; a grasp strategist’s plan takes into consideration as many variables as possible which increase the chance of success. A grasp acknowledges that opportunity exists inside the unknown. After a method has been laid out, how nicely the one’s plans can incorporate the inevitable unknowns that arise, determines the percentages of fulfillment. Strategies need to perform in dynamic surroundings where people, procedures, and events can come into play in an unpredictable fashion. An adaptability is an effective tool for working with uncertainty. Inflexible assumptions may be the loss of life of a strategy.

A simple manner to think about it’s far that for each assumption, you make, ask yourself, “what if I’m wrong?” If you have been planning a presentation at a motel, your assumption would be, OK I will need to bring my presentation equipment, I’ll use the hotel’s sound system, and feature them installation the room for my attendees. Now try and think of the entirety that could move incorrectly. The sound device does not paintings together with your system. More human beings show up in your event than predicted. Your computer with your PowerPoint presentation makes a decision to be difficult proper earlier than the presentation begins.

The extra vital the belief is on your plan, the more critical it is to ask the

What if” question and plan thus. In some approaches method resembles a decision tree – if x takes place, then do that, if x would not happen, then try this different issue. For the master strategist, doing the “other thing” may also contain searching at what induced the deviation from the original assumption and finding opportunities inside the deviation.

A grasp strategist recognizes that humans, processes, and events hold both high-quality and terrible factors, and is capable of take a look at something this is terrible on its face and discover an effective thing on the way to resource their plan. In the execution of a plan, a master strategist will put apart a personal opinion within the face of non-effectiveness. It may additionally have worked a hundred times earlier than, however, if it isn’t always operating now, they’re inclined to strive something different. A master strategist never stops studying and trying new things.