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Soon after rising to fame as the Silver Chef, Melissa Stone steps away from her craft, fearing her son might misuse her influence and stir trouble. Her best friend suggests finding him a father, and after much thought, Melissa takes the advice—leading to her fateful encounter with Ryan Lester on a blind date arranged by his daughter.

They massacred his entire family to steal a sacred heirloom. To survive—and one day strike back—he concealed his true power and lived in the shadows. But now, the time for vengeance has come. Watch Sword God, a thrilling short drama packed with emotion, action, and justice. From loss to legendary power, his journey begins. Watch Sword God, the short series that delivers heart and heroism—only on MiniShort.

She went into hiding to support her children with part-time jobs. After five years, the CEO found her, but there was another woman meddling between them. Could they patch up their relationship under such love-hate entanglements?

When Asher Bradshaw, the son of hall-of-famer NFL quarterback Trent Bradshaw and former beauty queen Krista, goes missing in a devastating fire, psychotic fan Donny Lewis takes it as an opportunity to swap Asher with his own son, Wyatt. Twelve years later, the two boys cross paths at football tryouts where Asher out performs Wyatt. The Bradshaw's not realizing Asher is their long-lost son, attack him relentlessly. They put him through physical and mental torture, egged on by their adoptive son. Until they uncover the shocking truth—Asher's the one they've been looking for. The Bradshaws then do everything in their power to beg for forgiveness while Wyatt and Donny plot revenge.

The old CEO died mysteriously. In order to find out the mastermind behind the death, his son pretended to be down and out, and even became a servant. He endured poverty and humiliation from the powerful. And... He endured my plunder. Now the storm has come again, he has returned to the top, and he has taken revenge on those who offended him. And I am actually at the top of his revenge list.

Janet saved Ethan Sullivan from a car accident, who was the CEO of Sullivan Group. Unexpectedly, when Ethan woke up, he lost part of his memory. He insisted Janet was his girlfriend. For money, Janet didn't deny it. As they spent time together, she was moved by Ethan's kindness and love. She truly fell in love with him, but his mom hated her. In the end, Janet was a rich family's long-lost heiress, and they got together happily...

The protagonist, after retiring from the northern military, joins a large corporation but is constantly oppressed by his superiors. Frustrated, he argues with them, and this time, he vows to make them pay the price!

"For a decade, Ruby Nicholson, a brilliant gynecologist, had been shackled in a loveless marriage to her scumbag husband, Kyle Lane. Barren and unable to conceive, she endured relentless torment from his venomous mother, Jennifer Lane, who never missed a chance to belittle her. Kyle had been entangled in a steamy affair with a younger woman, Freya Riley, who was now pregnant with his child. It was in the hospital that Ruby stumbled upon the gut-wrenching truth. Confronted by the treachery, the taunts, and the suffocating oppression, Ruby launched a breathtaking counterattack. Armed with the law, the power of public opinion, and her razor-sharp professional skills, she was determined to expose Kyle and his family. With every step, she clawed back her stolen wealth and her shattered dignity. And then there was Maxwell Smith, an internet celebrity and paparazzo who'd been quietly adoring her from afar. With him, Ruby lived a life painted in hues of hope and love."

When she learned from the sister of her husband's first love that she was the third wheel in her own marriage, the one who had ruined someone else's relationship and indirectly caused the death of her husband's beloved, her world shattered. Coupled with her husband's contempt and disdain, she ultimately chose to end her life. Her husband, thinking she was merely throwing a tantrum, was indifferent and even relieved by her absence. However, he gradually realized his deep-seated love for her. By the time he started looking for her, he discovered she had died. In reality, she had been saved from her suicide attempt and had been living secretly in another city. The malicious sister orchestrated a car accident to kill her and steal her husband's love, but she miraculously survived, albeit with amnesia—forgetting nothing except her husband. Now, her husband embarks on a long journey to win her back... Can he earn her forgiveness and successfully rekindle her love?

Nick Drake and Nathan Drake risked their lives to save Sasha Grey, who then agrees to a mysterious old man's terms to become a maid for Harold Godwin and his son for six years. During this time, Sasha endures Harold's indifference and his ex-wife Naya Smith's schemes, quietly waiting for the agreement to end. When Naya returns, Harold's favoritism and Tim's betrayal leave Sasha utterly disheartened. As the six years conclude, she leaves decisively and reunites with the awakened Nick. Only after losing her does Harold realize his love for her, but it's too late. When the truth is revealed, Harold is gravely injured protecting Sasha, who ultimately chooses Nick over him. This is a story of sacrifice, betrayal, and redemption, where love and hate intertwine as everyone seeks their own place in the world.

In 'The Wife's Last Stand', Shen Qianning endures endless grievances as her husband Ye Yuxi consistently chooses to believe others over her. This emotionally charged short drama follows her transformation from victim to victor as she finally decides to fight back. This mini series delivers a compelling narrative about self-worth, justice, and personal empowerment. With stellar performances and gripping storytelling, it's a must-watch drama. Stream it now for free on MiniShort - no registration needed. Don't miss this trending short series!

In her past life, her family only cared about the adopted daughter and ignored her, the biological one. After rebirth, she vowed to make them regret it.

Harold Lee is the sole apprentice of the legendary healer, Alban Barnes. After the tragic murder of his wife and child, Barnes goes into hiding, assuming the guise of a humble veterinarian. In secrecy, he passes on a mysterious manuscript to Harold—"The Book of Beasts".

The richest man in the world's missing one last thing — his childhood sweetheart. He's determined to marry her, but never realizes she's right beside him! He searches everywhere for the girl who captured her heart. When will he realize he's already married to his Mrs. Right?

His family hid their strength to help him temper his character and find true love. He lost his impetuosity while hiding his identity and finally met her who didn't crave money.

Not long after marriage, her husband had an affair with one of her students, and the two caused her, eight months pregnant, to fall into the sea. After plastic surgery, she transformed into a stunning goddess, returned, and embarked on a journey of revenge.

Lü Shu, the backbone of the company, gets abruptly fired by the CEO's daughter who just returned from abroad, triggering a massive layoff that cripples the company. What follows is a series of unexpected and captivating twists.

To save her family's hotel, the Channing and Kenny families forge a marriage pact. But the woman is determined to cancel it—if she can turn the hotel around in a month. The man, on the other hand, wants to bring it to ruin, believing that will end the engagement. Disguised as waiters at the hotel on the brink of collapse, they both secretly fight to sabotage the other’s plan—one desperate to save it, the other hell-bent on destroying it.

Her twin sister marries a billionaire, but tragically committes suicide. In order to uncover the truth behind her sister's death, she decides to pretend to be her as the billionaire's wife. The drastic change in wife's personality unwittingly captivates the billionaire...

Small-town girl Emily moves to the city to collect a debt from her ex, Kevin, hoping to pay off her mother’s medical bills. But she discovers Kevin is now a sugar baby living off of wealthy woman, Rose, and together they humiliate her. Just as Emily hits rock bottom, she stumbles across Lucas. Through an unexpected misunderstanding, Emily becomes the contract wife of a CEO.

After kneeling to his ex-wife for 99 days, he is reborn with a determination to become a superstar. Facing numerous challenges and opportunities, he competes in "The Voice," writes songs live on stage, and showcases his talent at a prestigious family banquet. Along the way, his complex relationships with his ex-wife, friends, and rivals add emotional depth and tension to his journey toward stardom.

Finn, a kid haunted by the demon Mota, is raised by Damian Lowell. With his senior, Elara, he hunts supernatural threats—until a ratfolk's conspiracy and a warlord's bloody crusade force him to confront his destiny. As the Blood Moon rises, will Finn save the world… or destroy it?

The father married his daughter to a silly president for money. After the president regained his memory, he found that the murderer of his parents was her father! He vented his anger on her...

In this playful mini drama, a tug-of-war between extremes leads to marriage—but who’s really in control? This short series is witty and romantic. Stream 'Mr. Fu's Lost Rose' free on MiniShort—no login or download. Watch instantly. Enjoy this charming battle now!