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Taya Urg is an Omega wolf and the mate of Alpha Jacob Makenzie. However, after they get married, their connection begins to deteriorate, making them feel more like strangers. When Taya discovers that she is pregnant, she hopes to rekindle their bond with the news. Unfortunately, she catches Jacob in a romantic encounter with Rita Wheeler, Taya's twin sister. Devastated by the betrayal, Taya experienced a miscarriage and subsequently died from blood loss. In response to her plea for revenge, the moon goddess granted her wish, allowing Taya to be reborn in a new body, consumed by the desire for vengeance.  

--- Isabella never chose this. Forced into a marriage with the most feared man in the criminal world, Matteo Antonio, her life is now bound by a contract she didn’t sign willingly. Matteo is a man with a reputation for cruelty, a man who doesn't believe in love or loyalty—only power, control, and the cold, unrelenting pursuit of his own desires. Yet, despite everything she knows about him, despite how much she wishes to escape, there’s something in Isabella that wonders: *What if?* What if there's more to him than the cold exterior he shows the world? Now trapped in a life she didn’t choose, Isabella faces a question that haunts her every day: Will Matteo ever feel for her? Will he ever truly *see* her, not as a prize or a pawn, but as a person? Or will she, slowly but surely, fall for the man who holds her captive—body and heart? It’s a game. One that neither of them can afford to lose. ___________________ "Don't act like this is some big mystery. We both know why I'm here. We both know why I said yes. And we both know you loved my siste" His eyes darkened, his smirk vanishing. He stepped forward, and I stepped back. One step. Two. My back hit the wall. He leaned in close, his breath warm on my cheek. "Who told you," he said slowly, voice as sharp as a blade, "that Matteo *Antonio* has ever had feelings?". I froze. His eyes were like ice, cold and clear, but so much more dangerous. The kind of cold that burned. And suddenly, I felt so stupid. So stupid. All this time, I'd assumed—*no, Gianna told me.* She told me Matteo had feelings for her. She told me he loved her, that she had him wrapped around her little finger. She told me he would have chosen her if she'd stayed. But she was wrong. Because I could see it now, written in his face, in his eyes, in the way he looked at me like I was just another piece on the board. Matteo Antonio didn't *love*. He didn't feel anything at all. "You thought I loved her, didn't you?" His voice was soft, deadly quiet. "Is that why you've been walking around here with your head held so high?" His eyes flicked to my lips, my throat, before landing back on my eyes. "Let me make this clear, *cara mia*." He leaned in so close I could feel his lips brush against the shell of my ear. "I don't love. Not her. Not you. *No one.*" I sucked in a sharp breath, my chest rising and falling so fast it felt like I might choke on it. He pulled away just enough to look me in the eyes, his face unreadable. "Go to bed," he said, turning away from me. His voice had gone cold again, as if the storm had passed. "Tomorrow, you'll learn what it means to be my wife." I stayed there, pressed against the wall, too stunned to move. And as he walked away, I felt it settle into my bones. I wasn't his wife. I was his *prisoner.*

Julius didn’t know what to expect when he stood in front of the grandiose gates, luscious fields, and beautiful students dressed in their pristine uniforms looking like a million bucks. He told himself that he wouldn’t get involved with anyone and that he’d keep his head down since the chances of him moving again were quite high. He didn’t expect to find himself to be so entranced with the dorm leader Agares Montgomery, the most handsome boy he’d ever seen. “So what’s Agares really like?” Julius asked. Silas grinned mischievously. “That’s a tough one.” Julius noticed the sly smile on Silas’s face and realized he’d been teased. “Just kidding~” Silas said, chuckling. “Well, Agares is a bit of a mystery. He’s strict but has a laid-back side too. He’s cold most of the time but can be surprisingly kind in rare moments?” Julius couldn’t help but laugh at the contradictory description. “Why do you make it sound like you’re unsure?” “Because he really is a puzzle. He’s not a bad guy, though. He keeps to himself and mainly communicates through the vice leader, Epaphras. He’s insanely popular, not just here but at Saint Ambracia Academy too. There have been incidents where girls from the academy tried to sneak into East Laurence just to see him. It’s crazy.” “Anyway,” Silas said, “you probably won’t interact with him much unless absolutely necessary, so don’t stress too much about it.” That should’ve been the case, and yet, he found himself interacting with the dark haired boy more and more, his admiration slowly started to change into something more. “Do I like him?” He couldn’t help but ask himself. ………………….. Avondale, a city of privilege and prestige, high school junior Julius Loriana steps through the grand gates of East Laurence Preparatory School, a renowned institution for the elite. Having spent years moving from city to city due to his father's job, he’s determined to keep his distance and stay under the radar in this new chapter of his life. But everything changes when he crosses paths with Agares Montgomery, the enegmatic dorm leader of House Ares. With his striking looks and effortless charm, Agares captivates Julius in ways he never expected. As Julius grapples with his resolve to remain detached, he finds himself drawn into a whirlwind of emotions that transforms his mundane existence into something exhilarating. Follow the love story between a shy boy and his socially inept senior as they navigate through the pains of love, friendship and the hell that is known as high school. …………………………… A little extra note: This is a sweet love story, a bit of a slow burn but definitely worth getting into.. Each chapter includes a song and I would definitely recommend you listen to the song (on low volume of course) while reading. You get to feel the full Julius Loriana experience by listening to the music he’s also listening to with each chapter. If this story happens to curry your fancy, then please give it a try, I promise it won’t disappoint (≧∀≦) ! Upload schedule: Everyday! *All images used are from Pinterest, including cover.

Il y a huit ans, sa famille a été anéantie, et il s'est retrouvé sans ressources et sans abri. Huit ans plus tard, il est revenu avec la vengeance dans son cœur, apportant avec lui la fureur de brûler les cieux. "Je veux que les cieux me craignent, je veux que la terre tremble pour moi, je veux que le monde devienne fou à cause de moi." Guo Yi! Un homme d'arrogance glaciale, dédaignant même de jeter un regard oblique aux gens ordinaires de ce monde. Une figure légendaire à la présence dominatrice, vaillant et assez audacieux pour défier les êtres de Jiutian.

"M... Marissa ! Sont-ils mes enfants ?" Les yeux de Rafael ne se détachaient pas des visages adorables des enfants. "Non, Rafael. Ils ne le sont pas," Marissa dit avec un sourire forcé, "Ils ne sont pas les tiens. Tu te souviens ?" elle battit des cils de manière assez dramatique, "Nous n'avons jamais été mariés !" La sœur aînée de Marissa Aaron, Valérie Aaron, a abandonné son petit ami aveugle le jour de leur mariage et s'est enfuie. Pour sauver les apparences, la famille de Merissa l'a suppliée d'épouser Raphael Sinclair. L'ironie ? Elle n'avait pas le droit de dire à son mari aveugle qu'elle n'était pas Valérie mais Marissa Aaron. Le jour de la chirurgie oculaire réussie de Raphael, Marissa a appris que Valérie était de retour pour reprendre sa place légitime en tant que belle-fille des Sinclair. Marissa a tenté d'expliquer à son mari qu'elle était celle qui avait épousé, mais il ne l'a pas crue. Au lieu de le convaincre davantage, le cœur brisé, Merissa a décidé de quitter la ville sans lui révéler son secret. Raphael Sinclair était l'incarnation même de l'homme incroyablement séduisant et était le seul héritier du groupe d'industries Sinclair. Que ferait-il lorsqu'il apprendrait que tout ce temps la femme qui lui offrait son amour et son corps n'était pas Valérie mais sa sœur cadette Marissa Aaron ? Comment réagirait-il en apprenant qu'il était le père des bébés que Marissa portait en elle ? Chercherait-il à retrouver Marissa et à la reconquérir ? Et la question à un million de dollars ! Marissa serait-elle un jour capable de lui pardonner et de l'aimer à nouveau ?

Apocalypse、Rebirth、Explosive hoarding of supplies、Infinite space、Blackening Revenge of Bitch. The world has entered the Ice Age, and the end of the cold ice has arrived, with 95% of humanity on the planet dying! In his previous life, Jack was killed by someone he had helped because of his kindness. Reborn a month before the end of the Cold Ice Age, Jack awakened his spatial ability and began to crazily hoard supplies! Lack of supplies? He emptied a billion of dollar warehouse in a super mall! Are you living comfortably? He built a super safe house that was comparable to a fortress of the end! The end of the day is approaching, and others are frozen into dogs, willing to give up everything for a bite.

"In this city, trust is a currency you couldn’t afford." Vince, a seasoned detective with a haunted past, never wanted to be in the spotlight. Yet fate, or perhaps something darker, had a different plan for him. Murder after murder followed his footsteps, and Vince’s investigation into a high-profile kidnapping soon spiraled into something far more dangerous. Beneath the surface of Bog Bay City’s glistening wealth and power, lay a criminal empire. As Vince dug deeper, he uncovered a web of lies, betrayal, and connections to his own shadowed history. With enemies lurking in every corner, Vince had to rely on his instincts, his allies, and his skills to uncover the truth and survive a world where nothing was as it seemed.

Ichika Scape et son frère Nerio mènent une vie ordinaire de lycéens jusqu’au jour où leur école entière, est soudainement transportée dans un univers virtuel. Coincés dans un monde de donjons et de monstres, ils découvrent que leur survie dépend de leur capacité à progresser à travers 500 vagues, chacune plus redoutable que la précédente. Dotés de statistiques et de classes assignées, les élèves doivent se regrouper, combattre des créatures terrifiantes, et affronter des défis qui mettent à l’épreuve leur force, leur esprit et leurs liens. Mais ce n’est pas tout : chaque mois, une personne disparaîtra de manière mystérieuse, et la mort dans ce jeu est définitive, les empêchant de revenir dans leur monde. Dans ce monde impitoyable, chaque décision pourrait être la dernière.

La jeune fille autrefois riche, Shen Hanxing, a perdu sa mère à sa naissance. Elle fut ensuite abandonnée à l'étranger par son propre père quand elle était petite, livrée à elle-même. Dix-neuf ans plus tard, son père la ramena personnellement de l'étranger, et la raison était pour qu'elle remplace sa jeune sœur afin d'épouser son fiancé Ji Yan, qui avait perdu la sensibilité de ses jambes après un accident de voiture. Père : "Connais ta place. Tu te maries déjà au-dessus de ta condition en épousant Ji Yan avec ton statut." Jeune Sœur : "Merci d'accepter de te sacrifier pour mon amour~" Shen Hanxing sourit faiblement : "Accepte mes deux conditions, et je l'épouserai avec plaisir." Par la suite, elle entra dans la maison de la famille Ji avec des bagages vides. L'homme dans le fauteuil roulant rugit furieusement sur elle dans la chambre sombre. "Dégage !" Shen Hanxing alluma rapidement la lumière, tira les rideaux et tendit la main vers l'homme avec la lumière derrière elle. "Bonjour. Permettez-moi de me présenter. Je suis votre femme, Shen Hanxing." Quand il la vit pour la première fois, il la traita froidement. Puis, il la chérissait. Ji Yan regarda cette femme qui avait soudainement fait irruption dans sa vie. Elle utilisa sa force pour apprivoiser son jeune frère sauvage et impulsif. Elle soigna patiemment et avec compassion sa jeune sœur craintive et introvertie. Elle utilisa tout ce qu'elle possédait pour soutenir lentement cette famille froide... Et puis, Shen Hanxing tomba dans un piège. Avant de sombrer dans les ténèbres, elle vit l'homme qui était censé être dans le fauteuil roulant courir vers elle, anxieux. Quand elle se réveilla de nouveau, l'homme pointa la planche à laver, le clavier et le durian et demanda, "Hanxing, sur lequel veux-tu que je m'agenouille ?"

When Amanda is forced to accept Travis as her shadow—a rugged, ex-monk turned bodyguard hired by her controlling father—her world of freedom and privilege is upended. To Travis, Amanda is everything he despises: reckless, privileged, and fiercely independent. But Amanda has her own reasons for testing his patience and breaking her father’s rules. Each act of defiance only tightens the guardrails around her life, making Travis’s presence an infuriating reminder of the pact they’re both bound to uphold. Set against the backdrop of her family’s sprawling estate, where secrets loom in every corner, Amanda’s battle for independence collides with Travis’s strict sense of duty. Their hostility becomes a game of wills, each sparking emotions they never intended—fierce anger that simmers into something neither of them can ignore. As Amanda chips away at Travis’s hardened exterior, she begins to unravel his past, igniting a tension that becomes more charged with every guarded glance and unspoken word. But some boundaries aren’t meant to be crossed. And as Amanda gets closer to the truth of her father’s hidden agenda, she realizes she’s not the only one risking everything to escape her family’s grip. Travis’s loyalties, once unshakable, begin to blur in the heat of their connection—a passion that threatens to unravel the lies they’re both entangled in. Guarded Ties: Where hatred meets desire, and loyalty holds secrets that could destroy them both.

With my car breaking down in the middle of nowhere, while trying to find help I got transported into another world- the beast world. Lost alone in a forest far denser than she has ever seen and trees larger than any on earth, Ves is rescued by a panther. However, he wasn't just a usual panther like she had read of but an even larger and majestic form. And most surprisingly, he could shapeshift into human. Not only that, but he keeps wanting to mate!! And not just him.. Surrounded by possessive but gentle, strong but cute, flirty but naive beastmen, Ves knows not what to do. With no knowledge of the world she was thrown into, surrounded by attractive beastmen and treated like a treasure, join Ves on her journey in the beastworld.

Takashi, un jeune homme de 17 ans, meurt dans un attentat en plein centre-ville et se réincarne dans un autre monde un monde fantaisie il ce réincarne dans le Royaume des Morts, un endroit encore inconnu de la race humaine. Doté du pouvoir unique de contrôler les âmes, Takashi devient le Gardien des Âmes de la zone Sud. Des humains aventuriers Entre dans le royaume des morts en les affrontements Takashi ne pensais pas que les évènements prendrait une tournure Dramatique dans le futur.

When a group of friends stumbles upon a mysterious advertisement promising a prize of one million dollars for successfully playing a week-long game of hide-and-seek, the offer seems too tempting to resist. No complicated rules, no significant risks-just a childhood game in exchange for a fortune! However, once the game begins in an abandoned mansion deep in the woods, they quickly realize that things are not as they seem. Georgia, the enigmatic organizer of the game, is no ordinary player. Her past is shrouded in dark secrets, and the rules of the game rapidly transform into a terrifying nightmare. Winning the million dollars becomes the least of their concerns when they discover that losing means death. The mansion turns into a labyrinth filled with deadly surprises and traps. Every shadowy corner hides a new danger, and every faint sound sends chills down their spines. As the group struggles to survive, tensions rise, and they begin to distrust one another: could one of them be working with Georgia? Or is the game bigger than all of them? In this gripping thriller, experience a journey packed with horror and mystery, where survival hinges on intelligence, fragile alliances, and the courage to confront their darkest fears. Will any of them uncover the truth behind the game and escape alive, or will they all fall prey to Georgia's sinister design?

Loud music is playing, some students are dancing and other are chatting. The few one who are alone are dispersed observing the others. My eyes scan the room for Liam. Fortunately, I see him standing at the entrance with Lucas, Mateo, Levi and Mason. My legs drag me to their direction and he smiles as he sees me. His friends pushed him to me and he looks like he hesitates for a while before walking up to me. Without a word, he grabs my hand and pulled me away from the noise. Now we’re standing in the boys changing room. Before I speak, he gently cups my face. His forehead is touching mine as his eyes flash in the evening light. My heart races and I look away shyly but he lifts my chin up with his finger. I admire his beauty,drowning in the rush of love and awaiting a toe-curling kiss. I hear his words; “Don’t be silly. You’ll never be my type.” Followed by a chuckle. My blood runs cold as my brain draws a blank *************** Liam Hunter, the name that could make your knees turn jelly. He had it all the looks, money and everyone’s dream girl, Beatrice. He was the school’s basketball team captain. Every girl was dying to spend even a second with him, well except her. His charms didn’t work on her and she seemed oblivious to his existence. Everything changes for Liam when he is dared to date Zara for a month and then dump her. It all starts as game, a mind game for Liam. But what happens when the heart gets involved? What will Zara do after learning the truth? Will she get over her love for Liam and go back to herself?

Dans un monde où la force règne en maître, les royaumes se déchirent sans cesse pour le pouvoir. Des êtres dotés de pouvoirs dépassant l'imagination, les Héritiers, sont dévoués à une seule quête : la domination ultime. Julien, né dans le puissant royaume de Feroth, se lance dans un défi audacieux : briser les chaînes et devenir le tout premier Héritier de Feroth. Mais est-ce vraiment un objectif noble ? Suivez l’histoire de Julien et de sa famille, les Barns, qui se battent pour survivre dans ce monde impitoyable. Parviendront-ils à réaliser leurs ambitions ou seront-ils écrasés sous le poids de la domination des Héritiers de Alderia, Sangnum et Feroth ? La guerre se prépare, et les batailles seront aussi acharnées que décisives. Vous pouvez vous attendre à des personnages inédits qui surprendront à chaque tournant. Des combats stratégiques et épiques, à couper le souffle, qui vous laisseront sur votre faim, avides de plus. Et surtout, des mystères qui vous tiendront en haleine, vous poussant à réfléchir sur les véritables enjeux de ce monde impitoyable.

Après un accident tragique, Michael se réveille dans un vide infini, sans repère, plongé dans l’obscurité. Là, dans ce lieu inconnu, une énergie mystérieuse, née de l’espace lui-même, frissonne dans l’âme de Michael, déclenchant un phénomène étrange. Des entités colossales, des dieux primordiaux issus des profondeurs de la mythologie, prennent forme autour de lui. Témoin impuissant de cette naissance divine, Michael se retrouve dans un univers où les mythes prennent vie. Alors qu’il cherche à comprendre ce qui lui arrive, il découvre qu’il n’est qu’un acteur dans une réalité plus vaste, où il devra évoluer pour s’adapter à des forces qui le dépassent. Dans ce monde entre la vie et la mort, où l’ordre et le chaos s’affrontent, Michael devra choisir sa voie pour comprendre qui il est vraiment et quelle place il occupe dans cette réalité inédite.

Tras la destrucción de su mundo solo queda avanzar! Un alma atormentada tratará de sobreponerse a la fatalidad en un nuevo comienzo!

Mia Rivera has a life that many would envy—an enviable career at a top architecture firm, a sleek city apartment, and a fiancé, Ethan, who is as successful as he is charming. But beneath the surface of her picture-perfect world, Mia feels trapped. Her creativity is stifled at work, her relationship feels more like a transaction than a partnership, and the dream she once had of designing sustainable homes seems further away than ever. When Mia crosses paths with Lucas Jameson, a bold and unconventional artist, at a high-society gallery event, her carefully constructed world begins to crumble. Lucas's passion for living life on his own terms ignites a spark in Mia, making her question the choices she’s made and the life she truly wants. Their chance encounter sets Mia on a path of self-discovery, filled with risks, heartbreak, and the courage to reclaim her voice. As she takes a leap of faith to pursue her dream of designing eco-friendly homes, Mia faces a series of challenges, including a vindictive Ethan, the fear of failure, and the temptation of a new love that feels too good to be true. Through late nights working on her first independent project and Lucas's unwavering encouragement, Mia learns that the road to happiness isn’t always smooth—but it’s always worth it. With a career breakthrough that changes everything and a love story rooted in trust and mutual respect, Mia discovers the strength to build a life that reflects her true self. In the end, she finds that dreams don’t come true by chance; they come true when you dare to chase them. A Dream Come True is a heartfelt and empowering story about breaking free from societal expectations, embracing your passions, and finding love when you least expect it. Perfect for readers who believe in the power of second chances and the beauty of creating a life on your own terms.

La vie d'Anne prend un tournant inattendu lorsqu'elle rencontre son âme sœur, le prince loup Alpha Damien. Son monde vole en éclats lorsqu'il la rejette, la bannissant de la meute et la condamnant à l'exil. Pour échapper à une mort certaine, Anne s'enfuit vers le monde des humains, cachant sa véritable nature et le secret qu'elle porte. Cinq ans plus tard, Anne a construit une nouvelle vie parmi les humains, élevant son fils en paix. Lorsque Damien tombe inopinément sur Anne et découvre leur enfant, l'héritier de sa meute, d'anciennes blessures se rouvrent, et des liens oubliés sont ravivés. Damien est déterminé à reconquérir ce qu'il a perdu, mais Anne n'est plus la louve brisée qui l'aimait autrefois. Elle est plus forte, farouchement protectrice, et refuse de souffrir à nouveau. Alors que Damien lutte pour regagner sa confiance et intégrer leur fils dans son héritage, ils doivent naviguer sur un chemin de trahison, de rédemption et d'ennemis inconnus. Anne peut-elle pardonner le passé et accepter un avenir avec l'homme qui a autrefois brisé son cœur ? Et Damien peut-il prouver qu'il est digne de l'âme sœur et de l'enfant qu'il a abandonnés ?

[Warning: Intense Dark Themes] Kyle's life spirals into chaos as he grapples with betrayal, isolation, and an all-consuming obsession. Estranged from his family and scarred by his twin brother Matt's treacherous actions, Kyle hesitatingly found solace in Ethan-a dangerously devoted figure whose loyalty masks unsettling secrets. As Kyle's dependency on Ethan grows, he is thrust deeper into a web of deception and violence that challenges his grip on reality. When a harrowing encounter leaves Kyle questioning his own sanity, he becomes entangled in Ethan's possessive grip, uncovering disturbing truths that threaten to unravel everything he holds dear. In a world where trust is a fragile illusion, Kyle must confront his haunted past and the lurking darkness within himself. With every revelation, the stakes rise, and Kyle must decide whether to succumb to the abyss or claw his way to a future where he can finally be free-regardless of the cost.

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Dans un monde inconnu, bâti sur les ruines d'un pays assailli par la mort, Edward vient éclaircir tous ce qui a pu être pu lui être caché durant toute son existence. Vivant comme prisonnier de sa solitude dans le village volant, accompagné d'habitants aussi monstrueux par leur capacités que par leurs actes cruels et dénué d'empathie, il tenta un jour de s'extraire de sa condition pour espérer ressentir ce que fais le fait d'être aimé. En faisant cela, sans le savoir, il venait de mettre les pieds dans un monde en ruine, qui lui était totalement inconnu. Un monde où seuls ceux qui possèdent le pouvoir de survivre peuvent tenter de régner sur ce que l'on pourrait encore appeler, l'humanité. Dans ce monde où la vérité n'est pas facile à trouver, pourrez vous voir à travers tous les fils de cette immense destinée ?

Quand Elena sauve une fée aussi mystérieuse que joviale, elle ouvre sans le savoir la porte d'un monde caché où magie et réalité se mêlent. Elle se fait entraîner alors dans une quête pour découvrir qui elle est vraiment. Elena est emmenée à Aldaria, une école magique cachée aux yeux des humains, accompagnée de Seraphina, la fée qui lui doit la vie et de l'énigmatique Ministre des êtres non magiques : Dimitri. Elle doit faire face à de nombreux secrets, ainsi qu'à une voix, particulièrement sarcastique s'immisçant dans sa tête : "Alors c'est ça le grande aventurière ? Plongée dans l'eau savonneuse ? Tu crois que faire la vaisselle est ta destinée ?" Entre révélations inquiétantes et alliances inattendues, Elena devra affronter des choix qui mettront en jeu l'équilibre entre les mondes... ainsi que sa propre humanité. Mais au milieu des mensonges et des mystères, Elena devra naviguer entre la lumière et l'ombre pour forger son propre destin.

This is a BL novel. In a desolate future where Earth has been subjugated by the Alki, an advanced species with unimaginable power and cold, unyielding logic, created by Anu, human kind's newest Goddess, society's remnants live as an objectified, broken people. The Alki view humans as inferior beings, fit only to serve their new masters. Ray Malek, once a simple cook in a small establishment is betrayed by his friends and thrown into Heathens Prison. A place where the only way out is as a slave. Sold to the sadistic Salazar a high-ranking Alki noble known for his detached, almost clinical cruelty Ray must find a way to survive his new reality. Stripped of his freedom, his identity reduced to that of an unwilling sex slave, a prized possession to be paraded as both a trophy and a warning. Salazar is everything Ray despises: calculating, arrogant, and unshakably confident in the Alki's supremacy. To Salazar, Ray is no more than an amusing plaything—a symbol of humanity's futile defiance. Yet, beneath the carefully curated facade of apathy, Salazar finds himself intrigued by Ray's unyielding spirit and refusal to fully submit. In defiance of all logic, Salazar begins to admire the very qualities he sought to crush. As weeks turn into months, Ray and Salazar are drawn into an intricate, dangerous dance of wills. Their interactions are fraught with tension, anger, and moments of vulnerability that neither can ignore. Ray, haunted by memories of his lost comrades and his own complicity in this degrading system, finds himself questioning his hatred for Salazar, even as he clings to him for survival. Salazar, in turn, faces an existential crisis, torn between the icy detachment expected of his kind and the inexplicable emotions that Ray stirs within him. Set against the backdrop of a crumbling Earth, where rebellion smolders beneath the surface and the Alki's rule is not as absolute as it seems, Poison Ties explores themes of power, freedom, and the complex, often painful nature of love. As Ray and Salazar navigate the fragile, shifting balance between their roles as captor and captive, they must confront the oppressive systems that define their world—and decide whether their bond can transcend the tais that bind them both. But in a world built on domination and control, love may not be enough to bridge the chasm between human and Alki—or to save them from the forces that would see them torn apart.