Bride Of Vampire God

On the eve of her wedding, Princess Evelyne Raventhorne discovers a chilling truth—her reflection in the mirror is no longer her own. A whispered warning, a cursed prophecy, and a prince who knows more than he admits… Bound to marry Prince Kael of Valdoria in a political alliance, Evelyne soon learns that her fate is far darker than a mere royal duty. Every hundred years, a chosen bride is sacrificed to uphold an ancient balance of power between their kingdoms. This time, she is the Moonlit Bride. With only fragments of the past to guide them, Evelyne and Kael must race against time to uncover the secrets buried in history. As shadows move in the halls and unseen forces close in, she must decide—will she succumb to the curse, or will she rewrite destiny? In a tale of love, betrayal, and fate, Evelyne and Kael must uncover the truth before the next full moon seals her fate forever. The Moonlit Curse begins now…

Zaiyila thought she had suffered enough—betrayed by her own mother and sold into marriage with a wealthy, aging man. But on the night of her pre-wedding ceremony, everything takes a dark and unexpected turn. A swarm of deadly snakes descends upon the gathering, killing her groom-to-be and throwing the hall into chaos. Fear spreads as the people recognize the serpents as the servants of the enigmatic and terrifying Snake King, Everett. When Everett himself arrives—a striking, horned man of unmatched beauty and power—Zaiyila finds herself drawn to him in ways she cannot explain. Despite the fear he inspires in others, she feels an unshakable connection to him, one that transcends the realm of logic. The moment she defies the fearful kneeling of the crowd, she unknowingly seals her fate. Taken into Everett’s domain, Zaiyila is forced to confront not only the dangerous, supernatural world she’s been thrust into but also the awakening desires she cannot deny. As she unravels the truth about her past and her connection to the Snake King, she must decide—will she resist the pull of destiny, or will she embrace the darkness and passion that Everett offers? A tale of betrayal, power, and an irresistible bond, Bride of the Serpent King explores the fine line between fear and desire, fate and choice. ---

A golden grave, a tarot card in flames, nauseating sex sounds between her best friend and her musician boyfriend, one curse, extreme poverty, and ruined mental health... what could be the peak of this madness? A fated mortal bride to the Vampire King. ☆ Wish had always tried to be strong, but life's trials always held the upper hand—until she stumbled upon a peculiar grave among many lonely ones. That discovery marked the beginning of her rebirth and her journey toward being fated to a devastatingly handsome, funny, and weird—yet slightly dangerous—Vampire King from a whole new dimension of monsters. He fell for her first, but she fell even harder, and at the speed of light, they became inseparable and deeply in love, regardless of their race, status, pasts, fears, or strengths. The only problem was that being too deeply attached to a mortal would prove to be a major weakness, and becoming the accidental beloved of a powerful and sought-after Vampire King would become her greatest insecurity. It all seemed easy at first—a love worth fighting for and a feeling you could hold on to. They believed nothing could tear them apart; all he needed was a glimpse of his beautiful, shy bride to keep him sane, and everything was promised to be alright as long as they remained faithful. What they didn't see coming was that their union in unholy matrimony would soon mean they’d never see each other again, and their love and passion would be put to the trial by fire and countless tribulations—challenges Wish never imagined she could survive. ☆☆☆☆☆ | Fast Paced Romance Novel| |Mature Content| | Daily Updates Is Promised|

Engaged to one of the most desirable heirs in the country, everyone was amazed by the quiet girl raised by the Wright family and how she managed to win the heart of the heir, who protected her so fiercely. Unbeknownst to them, the married life of the Heiress was far from perfect. Quinn Wright was betrayed by everyone who once meant something to her. Her promiscuous husband extended his claws to her younger sister, flaunted their relationship to the world, and even got engaged to her—all while Quinn was at home, carrying his baby. She was poisoned in her own home, yet he never cared. In her dark, numb world, the only light she ever saw and pursued belonged to the real devil. No, her own angel—the man who could turn hell into paradise for her. The bastard son of the Brooks family, known as a monster straight out of fantasy novels—the kind that drinks blood… But what happens when Quinn’s eyes snap back to the beginning of her life? Right before she made the terrible choice of marrying a monster disguised as a man? Right before leaving herself vulnerable to a cruel mother and sister? This time, her new dream is to make things right—and make him hers.

Nikolai gets bitten by a vampire and a werewolf on the same night. Their bites cause his hidden blood to awaken as the first hybrid. He grows stronger by devouring the blood of his enemies and lacks the weaknesses of both races. Despite this, he lives a normal life during the day. While at night, he explores a dark, hidden life, working for a spoilt princess and helping his obsessive friend. One is a vampire—the other leads a werewolf mafia group. Lost in this strange world, he finds help from Eliza, the strange pendant his mother created before she died. This helps him realise the world isn’t what he thought as he faces constant threats and danger from those who despise him. In this new world, his growth is rapid, and with endless possibilities, Nikolai fights for his life and to protect what he finds important while rising to the top.

Seraphina has dreamed of becoming a nun since she was a child. After years of convincing her mother, she finally enters the convent, believing she has found her true purpose. But within the sacred walls, darkness lurks. Father Damien, a respected priest, sees something special in her—her passion, her devotion. He tells her she has a gift, that she is meant for more. But his kindness soon turns into something dangerous. On a mission to a distant village, Seraphina’s world is shattered when she is betrayed, drugged, and violated by the very man who claimed to guide her toward God. Banished from the convent, carrying the weight of an unwanted pregnancy, she is left to survive in a world she had renounced. But fate has its own plans. Years later, the man who ruined her life returns—not as a priest, but as a man full of regret. He confesses his sins, revealing his own broken dreams. Will Seraphina ever forgive him? Can two lost souls, bound by pain and fate, find redemption together? ✨ A story of faith, betrayal, love, and redemption.

Selene was born into a world where fate is written in the stars—and hers was sealed long before she took her first breath. The queen of her dying kingdom struck a desperate deal with the ancient Moon Court, promising her unborn daughter in marriage to Azrael, the feared and immortal Moon King. For centuries, Azrael has ruled with an iron fist, his heart consumed by darkness, trapped in a curse that keeps him bound to the throne.On Selene’s eighteenth birthday, the curse awakens, and Azrael arrives to claim his bride. Cold, ruthless, and terrifying, he is everything Selene feared—and yet, there’s something more beneath the surface. His eyes, once filled with nothing but contempt, now reveal a flicker of something else. Something dangerous. Something human. Taken to the Moon Court, Selene is thrust into a world of magic, betrayal, and power struggles, where her very existence is the key to Azrael’s curse. The kingdom she’s bound to save may not be worth saving, and the man she’s promised to may be the very darkness that will destroy them both.But as the days pass, Azrael’s cruelty begins to crack, revealing a tortured soul beneath. Hatred turns to obsession, and obsession transforms into something neither of them expected: love. Yet, Selene knows she can’t trust him—no matter how much he changes, no matter how deeply her heart pulls her toward him. The prophecy says she will either break him… or destroy them both. In a world where love is as dangerous as the curse that binds them, Selene must decide if she will save Azrael from himself—or embrace the darkness that lies within them both.

A marriage forged in blood. A kingdom built on bones. And a queen who refuses to kneel. When Elyra Dorne is sent to marry the infamous King Draven Valerian, she knows her life is no longer her own. The world speaks of him in fearful whispers a tyrant wrapped in shadow, a man whose throne was won through war and whose heart is said to be as cold as the steel he wields. But Elyra is no meek bride. Stripped of choice yet unbroken, she steps into his kingdom with defiance burning in her veins. In a court filled with vipers, where betrayal is currency and secrets are more dangerous than blades, she must survive a world where love is a game and power is the ultimate prize. Yet, beneath the king’s ruthless exterior lies something else—something dark, something waiting. And as Elyra is drawn deeper into his web, she begins to wonder: Is he the monster the world fears, or something far more terrifying?

Kael wakes up in an unknown world, moments away from being sacrificed. With no way to understand his situation, one thing becomes clear—he is no longer just human. He carries the soul of the God of Desire, a being feared and hated across the land. Faced with death, morality becomes a luxury he can’t afford. To survive, he must embrace the power within him, no matter what it takes. Whether it leads him to greatness or ruin, he will carve his own path in this unforgiving world. Every being is a slave to something, and desire rules over most.

He is the Devil, the most dangerous and ruthless being who has existed for millions of years. She is a human, an ordinary girl living in the shadows yet, she was fated to be his bride from the conception of time. ~~~~ Eve's greatest mistake was naively venturing into the forest in the middle of the night in search of food. How could she have ever imagined encountering the worst nightmare of her life there? On the cold ground of the dark, isolated forest, lay the most hauntingly beautiful creature she had ever seen, a man too perfect to be human. However, there he was, pale and deathly still, having a strange dagger deeply plunged into his heart. But amidst this gruesome yet enthralling scene, never in Eve's wildest dreams does she imagine the dead stranger suddenly awakening from death. With crimson eyes and elongated canines akin to the Devil's, not only does he end up sinking his fangs into her, he also snaps away her consciousness, stealing her away from her world and everything she knows. Eve wakes up to an entirely distinct realm. A dimension filled with demons, ghouls, hellhounds, witches and every supernatural creature the legends had told. But worst of all, this inhuman creature who had entrapped her refuses to let her out of his sight and instead laid possessive claims on her. Why? She belonged to him. She was the one thing he had spent millenniums in search of………His Bride

Time is endless when you are in pain Time is beautiful when you are in love Charles a highschool student moved into a new neighborhood. Determined to make new friends claims to be a vampire to gain attention,With Hilda manipulation him into it. Is he truly a vampire, Will the truth be known? Find out A boy that need saving and a girl that save.

(A/N): Hello there.... yes I am talking to you behind the screen; now, first and foremost, I'd like to express my deepest appreciation for all of your help over the last few months; it has truly helped me to get this far. However, I am just reaching out to let you know that if you want to support the official release even more, you can now do so by visiting my Patreon page, which is linked below. Thank you again for all of your support thus far. Link: patreon.com/Iam_hastur Discord Link: https://discord.gg/nA8fYgjY5P Twitter: https://twitter.com/HasturIam ______________________ Mercy Morgan was just an ordinary young man trying to make sense of his life, but fate had other plans. One fateful night while on the verge of death, he crossed paths with Michelle Elderblood, an ancient vampire whose bite changed everything. Now transformed into Merciless Minerva Elderblood II, he finds himself thrust into a hidden world of powerful vampires and dark secrets. In this realm, where myth collides with reality, Merciless quickly realizes he is caught in a dangerous web of many powerful creatures. Meanwhile, the vampires operate under a singular, formidable king, and every encounter reveals the treacherous politics and hidden agendas that dictate their lives. Yet, amid the chaos, a singular purpose ignites within him: revenge. Merciless barely a day old must face a harrowing exam that plunges him into the depths of forbidden knowledge, forcing him to confront not only the secrets of his new existence but also the gods who have forsaken him. The pain of his past fuels his determination, and as he navigates this perilous path, he wrestles with the question of whether he is merely a pawn in someone else's game before becoming a vampire, or if he is destined for something far greater. Driven by a relentless thirst for vengeance, Merciless must gather strength and confront the darkest parts of his new identity. With every step he takes, the stakes rise, leading him closer to a confrontation that could alter the very fabric of his world. Join Merciless on a gripping journey of discovery, power, and the quest for retribution. In a dark world filled with myth, danger, and relentless ambition, can one man's desire for revenge reshape his destiny, or will it consume him entirely?

In this Victorian-era world of eldritch horrors and forgotten gods, Lucien Albrecht runs a simple business—if something is cursed, monstrous, or downright evil, he’ll take care of it. No questions, no morals—just results. But his life takes an unwanted turn when Sella Varcosta, an elite hunter from the Black Chapel, finally tracks him down. She’s spent years training to kill him—until she discovers the truth: if she doesn’t drink his blood, she will die. Unfortunately, Lucien is the last person to rely on. He avoids attachments like the plague, refuses to be controlled by anyone—including fate—and would rather set himself on fire than be someone’s lifeline. But with cults whispering to dead gods, the Marked Ones on the verge of cracking the sky open, Lucien and Sella are forced into an uneasy alliance. As they dive deeper into the fractured history of their world, they begin to unravel mysteries, villains, and something far worse than curses or corruption—a forgotten cycle of death and rebirth, one that binds them together in ways neither of them understand. And when the final hunt begins, only one thing is certain—they will either save each other, or destroy everything in their path.

When the light falls in love with darkness, Chaos is ensured. To end the centuries old war and save her kingdom, Mienerva Sol Camaira had no choice but to marry the king of vampires, Carlisle Lazan Henkiel De Mara, who claimed her as a prize for peace. Now, she could be his one and alone weakness. But for that, she had to win his trust and make a place of herself in the brutal vampire court. And she would do anything to get that even if she had to prove to him that she had an estranged relationship with the human kingdom. But what if her people want her dead and the only person who wanted to save her was … her enemy, her husband and the demons she hated most. What would she choose to save in the end, the monsters standing as humans or the vampires she called monsters all her life and will her world survive when the truth comes out or everything she preserved so far will be shattered?

Year 1540 Nicole is a lowly human from the mainland trying to make ends meet as she would often paint for middle and high-class people sometimes even Purebloods which was rare in her case. She receives little money which doesn’t financially support her living. Until one day she received an invitation from the Snow Kingdom to paint the great Lord Jasper Gervassius. She reaches the kingdom and Meets Lord Jasper in the hopes of making a big income she receives more than what she bargains for. ---------------------------------- Teaser: Jasper placed both of his hands on either side of Nicole's head trapping her with his body. He stared down at her looking at his sweet innocent lamb, he couldn't help but smile at her widely. Her doe-like eyes staring back at him only made him want to devour her "Why do you play these games with me darling you know I don't like it. I think you forgot who you're dealing with." He leaned down against her lips slightly flicking his tongue in her mouth making her crave for more."My Quahneah Woman" Nicole gasped in shock as she wondered how he knew her tribe's name. Before she could say another Jasper had cupped her cheek softly placing his lips on hers and kissing her softly as he slowly removed his hands against the wall. He was wrapping his arms around her waist bringing her body closer to his as there was no space between them. As they continued Nicole started to become breathless pulling herself back to breathe, she couldn't help but look up to see Jasper looking at her with a smile that was Duchenne. His purple orbs looked into her seeing the love and adorn affection he was showing her.  "Jasper I have a question to ask you" Jasper hummed waiting for her question" What are we going to do about the tirade ." Jasper's smile suddenly became sinister as he narrowed his eyes "Why don't you leave that to me, darling."

In a parallel reality, humanity thrives on Ether—a strange, potent energy harvested from the alien element Anonium. But progress has a price: the slow awakening of the Engine, an Eldritch machine lurking beyond comprehension, its intentions veiled in static and whispers. As its influence creeps into the world, society teeters on the edge of unraveling. Caught in this cosmic storm are two high school girls from Corwood, Tennessee. Rachel Harper, a fierce basketball captain, discovers she can bend time itself—each use warping her reflection with static and chipping away at her identity. Her best friend, Emily Voss, is plagued by visions of her own deaths across countless alternate lives, each fragment pushing her closer to despair. Together, they uncover cryptic ties between their powers and the Engine, though the purpose remains a haunting enigma. Enter Elijah Carter, a weathered P.I.A. agent with a rare gift: he sees echoes of the supernatural lingering in the air. Dispatched to investigate disturbances linked to Corwood’s new Ether reactor, Elijah finds himself outmatched by forces he can’t fully grasp. Meanwhile, the ruthless drug lord Dezerea Hernandez unleashes Gloom onto the streets—a substance that turns users into static-shrouded Hollows—hoping to expose a threat she believes endangers humanity. As Rachel’s connection to the Engine grows, its cold, mechanical logic threatens to consume her. Emily, sleepless and tormented by her visions, fights to defy a fate that feels inescapable. With the Engine’s awakening looming, the line between collapse and rebirth blurs. Can two teenage girls rewrite their destinies—or will they become footnotes in a story that breaks the very walls of reality? Warning: This meta cosmic horror tale weaves violence, psychological unease, heavy foreshadowing, red herrings, and fourth-wall fractures.

Mia Parker has always dreamed big but struggled to balance her family’s needs with her own ambitions. When she’s offered a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to work for Alexander Knight, the enigmatic billionaire known for his ruthless business tactics and reclusive lifestyle, her life takes a sharp turn. Drawn into his high-stakes world, Mia discovers the man behind the fortune hides secrets that could destroy everything he’s built. As rivals close in, ex-lovers resurface, and shocking betrayals unravel, Mia and Alexander must navigate a maze of lies, love, and power. In a world where trust is a luxury and betrayal is currency, can they find a way to save each other and their future?

When her meticulously crafted marriage to Elijah Rossi shatters on her wedding night with a brutal revelation: "There is no us, Imogen. There never was." Imogen is abandoned by her husband and further faces an even crueler twist when her husband refuses a divorce. With the arrival of Isaac Rossi, Elijah's revenge-driven half brother, Imogen strikes a clandestine deal with her brother-in-law to navigate a dangerous game of deceit, seeking to outmaneuver her indifferent husband. As loyalties are tested, Imogen must decide which brother is right for her. The one she was made for or the one she burns for.

"You are my salvation and an answer to my cursed eyes." ------ In a world of vampires, werewolves, and witches, a girl is born to be the bride of the vicious and bloodthirsty 300-year-old immortal Vampire Prince. The man who could never be enticed by any ethereal beauty till now suddenly has shown interest in a woman with a curse whom everyone abandoned. Alora Wilson, the eldest daughter of a high-noble human family, is born with the curse of an old powerful witch. It is the curse that burns the person into ashes if the person looks directly into her eyes. A curse that forces her to wear the blindfold since the moment she was born in this world. When the kids of her age enjoyed every small moment of their lives, she couldn't. No one loves to befriend her. Even her own father and siblings despise her. One day Magnus Lukeson, the Vampire Prince, enters her life– The man whom the entire kingdom is scared of. A man with only foes and no friends. A man who ventures his territory at night to take the fresh blood out of humans irrespective of the age or gender to quench his thirst. ~~~~~ The blindfold cascaded off Alora's eyes and her enchanted blue eyes met with Magnus' blood-red eyes. "You have enchanting eyes, Alora," Magnus pronounced. No one ever said that to her. But no one could look into her eyes either. Only Magnus was the exception. The reason was still unknown to her. "Shall we begin the night?" Magnus asked for her permission. "Will His Highness give me love?" Alora asked. She was desperate to be loved. The feeling she could never get from her family and only heard in the words. "And how am I supposed to provide love to you?" Magnus queried since he was curious to know her thoughts. "Holding hands, hugging each other, sleeping together, and sharing thoughts. Isn't that how you shower love?" Alora innocently asked. Magnus ended up smiling to hear her explanation of love. He leaned down and kissed her lips, causing her to shiver from that sudden feeling. "This is the way I shower love," Magnus pronounced, gazing into Alora's charming blue eyes. ~~~~~ **The Story is a pure fiction. Names and places have nothing to do with anyone in real life.** Follow me on Instagram: rayoflight__pcy

All his life Micole Raphael had always thought love to be a weakness.. he's always seen himself to be incapable of love and his long term rivalry, Kelvin Raphael his stepbrother seeks to take away anything good from him. On his journey of battling over The F.P.O group with Kelvin, he decided to use his Australian business partner Miss Whitney Daniels as his contract wife to help him gain his company. To him, Nothing will ever be attached to their relationship but what will happen when this two discover that they're both drowning in the potion of deep affection for each other?

Their is a weird pleasure in loving someone, who doesn't love you.. Janette discovers her intuitions crashing down in front of her eyes when she arrives home from her graduation ceremony finding the people who raised her up aren't her real parents but a rich millionaire Robert and Julia Stark . Things get messier when her cousin claim her as his sister and Robert Stark forces her to marry Asher Norman the dangerously arrogant billionaire who wants nothing but an act of revenge from Stark.

Evelynn never believed in destiny—until she was forced to marry the Dragon Lord. Bound by an ancient blood curse, she is the key to either his salvation or destruction. But as dark forces rise and whispers of betrayal echo through the castle walls, Evelynn must unravel the secrets of the curse before it consumes them both. With a forbidden romance blooming and an enemy lurking in the shadows, can Evelynn survive the fate that binds her? Or will she become the very weapon that ends the Dragon Lord’s reign?

Taken. Bound. Claimed. Vesaria was a lady of the south, refined, educated, untouchable. Until the night the rogue Northmen came. Stolen from her home, dragged across a frozen, unforgiving land, she is forced to wed the warlord who led the raid. Khan Azgar, the Black Wolf. A beast of a man, feared even among his own kind. But Vesaria refuses to break. She fights, she resists, she runs. And yet, no matter how far she goes, he always brings her back—stronger, faster, hungrier than before. He welcomes her fight, watches her struggle with a knowing, infuriating smirk. Every act of defiance only seems to amuse him, every escape attempt only tightens his hold. "You can seethe all you want," he murmurs, his breath hot against her ear. "But you are my wife now. And whether it’s tomorrow, next week, or moons from now..." His grip tightens, his voice dark with promise. "We both know exactly where you’ll end up—under me, gasping for more." How long must she endure this before her uncle’s men come for her? If they come at all. If there’s anything left of her to save. But hatred burns close to passion. And the more she fights him, the more she feels the heat in his gaze, the possessive weight of his touch, the undeniable pull of something dangerous and forbidden. "You think I don’t see it?" he taunts, pressing her against the furs. "The way your body betrays you, little rabbit? You fight me with every breath, and yet, you shudder so sweetly at my touch." She is his prisoner. His bride. And if she isn’t careful, she won’t just belong to him—she’ll want to.

In a world where magic and mortal realms intertwine, Alara, a talented but reclusive young witch, finds herself trapped in a dangerous bargain. To prevent a war between her people (Humans) and the powerful Fae kingdom of the Night Court, she is promised as a bride to Lord Kael, the enigmatic and feared ruler of the court. But the almighty king has a curse, whoever he touches will succumb to death. Will Alara be able to break the curse with her enchanted magic and survive a death sentence?

A man suddenly gets thrown into a world full of gods and demons and even cultivation? Watch as he becomes a vampire god and collects his beautiful harem full of different species while using on hand to swat away the gods who dare attack him. “what’s this? You want my wife? Death to you and your divine realm!” “Oho it’s been a while my dear friend zeus are you here seeing my beautiful draconic wife and want her for yourself? Death!” nothing will stand in his way building a harem and becoming the strongest vampire to touch the multiverse. Gimme powerstones prease

I made a fucking mistake… I should have let her go when I had the chance.. But I didn’t. I held onto her soul, refusing to let her pass on, knowing full well that spirits who linger too long become something twisted. And when I finally realized my greed was hurting her, it was already too late. Desperate to fix what I had done, I made another mistake—I struck a deal with a dokkaebi. A creature born of mischief and sin, a being with crimes far worse than mine. I thought he could help me, that he would give me a way to bring her back. Instead, I damned myself alongside him. The Council didn’t care why I did it. A shaman who defies death must be punished. A dokkaebi with a trail of lost souls must atone. Now, we are bound, forced into a fate neither of us wanted. To break free, we must save 10,000 souls. To survive, we must learn to trust each other. But the more time I spend with him, the more I realize… maybe my greatest mistake wasn’t making a deal with a dokkaebi. Maybe it was believing I could ever escape him.

Life is really sad when all you wish for is just the ordinary, basic stuff.  Born with a golden spoon yet cursed with an insatiable bloodlust, all President Renjith Kumar ever wanted was to be like everyone else. An ordinary human being. And not as an abomination that should not have been allowed to come into being. As the next CEO, will his clan and country accept a bloodthirsty President? And will he die without ever knowing what real love feels like? ********* If the 22-year-old Selvan knew that searching for his birth mother would land him in bed with his stepdad, then maybe he wouldn't have gone and looked for her in the first place. As a last resort to seduce her wealthy friend, Selvan's mother spiked his drink. But she had to leave in the middle of attending to him due to an emergency. Unfortunately, her son, who has no idea what was going on, was the one to face the lascivious 36-year-old man. But what both mother and son do not know is that in their world of only humans, there was a bloodsucking beast in their midst. Or that their involvement will shake up a thirty-year-old pact. ***** Note: This author will not give warnings for any scene in the book. So please be open-minded and also make sure that you're in the right frame of mind before you start reading. Thank you, and sorry in advance. Now, please enjoy your day with this story.

The moonlight spilled through the canopy of the dark forest, casting an eerie glow on the man lounging against an ancient tree. Morris was impossibly handsome—too handsome to be real. His sharp jawline, framed by tousled black hair, was shadowed by the flicker of firelight in his golden eyes. He swirled a goblet of wine lazily in his hand, his lips curved into a devilish smirk. Elowen froze, captivated. He looked like a prince from a forbidden story, but something in the air warned her he was no mortal. “Lost, little lamb?” His voice was velvet, dark and smooth, wrapping around her like a spell. “I was...just—” she stammered, but he stood in one fluid motion, closing the distance between them. “Just wandering into my domain,” he interrupted, his tone teasing yet dangerous. “How bold of you.” His gaze raked over her, and her heart pounded under the weight of his attention. “You shouldn’t be here,” he murmured, stepping closer until she could feel the heat radiating from him. “Do you know who I am?” She shook her head, her throat dry. “I am Morris,” he said, his voice dropping to a low, seductive growl. “The devil. The one your kingdom fears, the one your priests curse. And now,” he leaned in, his golden eyes glowing like embers, “you’ve wandered straight into my hands.” The shadows around him seemed to ripple with his amusement as a smirk played on his lips. He extended a hand, his voice both a command and an invitation. “Come closer, Elowen. Let me show you what happens when innocence meets the devil.”