Cracked Tooth

In a world where kingdoms rise and fall, a seasoned player unexpectedly finds himself transmigrated into the very game he once mastered—Caldera. However, his new life as a ruler comes with a crushing twist: severe debuffs and harsh restrictions on his talents make survival nearly impossible. Against overwhelming odds, he fights tooth and nail to carve out a legacy. Despite his brilliance in strategy and marvels in combat, failure becomes his ultimate fate. But fate offers him another chance. Reborn at the start of the game, now without the crippling debuffs and armed with all the knowledge, experience, and hard-won lessons of his previous life, he faces the world anew. This novel is a bit fast-paced compared to current mainstream trends. It will delve into human nature and how far people are willing to go for meager profit. Most characters will be evil, and even the good ones only appear good because the actions they take align with their own interests, rather than being motivated by true goodness. For any questions about this novel, feel free to leave a comment on my first review, where I will be answering any inquiries or questions regarding the story. I hope you have a great time reading this! If you’d like to support this novel, please rate it or leave any kind of comment. Any feedback will help it gain more exposure. Thank you! I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com as well although only free chapter just like here. if you read on both platforms and like the novel do leave me some review there as well thank you. https://www.royalroad.com/profile/569643/fictions

When Hoshino Gen opened his eyes, he discovered he had transmigrated into a parallel world where he seemed to be living the life of a winner: affluent and successful parents, a lavish mansion, and a sister who was a wildly popular idol. Yet, beneath this picture-perfect facade, unsettling cracks in the idyllic daily life began to surface.

Jaswanth, an orphan. due to the dark childhood he experienced, his heart had been deeply wounded, leading him to only trust his friends. He was subjected to various to types of tortures mentally and physically since childhood... the only thing that managed to keep him sane was that he had his friends, the only light in that dark tunnel. however... this all changed when it began... it is called ....dimensional distortion..... the walls of reality began to crack under something.... sinister. it was a horror for some...release for some...and for those like jaswanth, it is an opportunity, an opportunity to prove himself. as for wether he can grap it or not depends on himself.

CEO Anozie Olaedo never imagined her thriving empire would collapse, least of all due to her ex-fiancé’s betrayal. Left with a broken heart, a shattered reputation, and few options, Olaedo reluctantly agrees to a marriage of convenience with Arinze Chibuzor, a cold, calculating business mogul. For him, it’s a strategic move. For her, a lifeline. Their deal is simple: no love, no intimacy, just mutual benefit. But as they navigate high-stakes business deals and navigate the storm of family drama, cracks begin to form in their carefully constructed walls. Beneath Chibuzor’s icy exterior lies a man who sees through Olaedo’s guarded facade, and against their will, a spark ignites. Then, a shadow from Olaedo’s past reemerges, a man she thought long dead. With him comes a truth that upends her world, revealing a legacy of unimaginable power and responsibility she never asked for. Caught between a destiny she didn’t choose and a love she never expected, Olaedo must decide: will she rise to meet the truth of her origins, or will it destroy the fragile relationship she’s built with Chibuzor? When the past collides with the present, and hearts hang in the balance, can love survive the ultimate test?

In the world of Junosa, monsters that had predated civilization exists beneath the soils humanity walks on. The Dungeon. A fathomless place where these dangerous creatures ran amok. For centuries, humanity ventured out the outlandish underworld, hoping to put a wall between their worlds, and perhaps bring stories of conquest and glory. Monster hunters with their gifted ability from the gods called Tezhe, were able to contend with the monsters, bringing harmony and progress upon their world. Every decade, however, a new wave of monster outbreak would ascend the dungeon boundary and lay havoc on their lands. For Mettel, a normal boy living on the surface–the monsters was a far off dream. However, when the White Void, the Hydra Ithivora, destroyed his village by passing, everything in his life had changed. With a miracle, he'd survived. But it wasn't the end of it–one day, a transparent rectangular box magically appeared in his vision. .... Within the dark deep dungeons, a helpless worker bee was born. His name was Robert, he was sure he was still sleeping but what are these words popping up in front of his view like game-system prompts? MoPako System? Species name: Mel Apis Infans? Also why does his body feel... weird? The last thing he remembered was conversing with a certain prophet. Said something like being reborn and hoping for me to have a good life. Now what in the hell is this? Why is a monstrous humongous worker bee being eaten by an even more monstrous massive centipede?!? Reincarnated individual number 1: Robert Aphens ..... In the embrace of the shadow depths, an egg buried within the sand cracked to reveal a hatchling spider. "Huh, where am I? Where is this? Cough!" It's so goddamn dark in this place! Ow. She hit her head. What are her legs sticking onto? Wait, eight legs? Then a message prompt appeared in front of her, the MoPako System. Species name: Misumena Dumu. Skills: Webbing, Bite, Grasp. Then there were the creepy scene of other eggs the size of half an adult cracking only for equally as big colorful spiders to come out. Sadly, she just has to look up to see an all-pervading fog consuming them as they disappeared to nothingness. Okay, starting out big aren't we? A monstrous entity hidden in the fog that's likely beyond my imagination, check. Time to run. Reincarnated individual number 2: Aoi Nagase

"Awareness" is a dark-themed dystopian novel set in the fractured world of Nova Terra, where humanity's thoughts are no longer their own. Bound by the oppressive grip of the Hotep-glasses worn from birth that manipulate perception and suppress free will-people live in unquestioning submission. But for those known as Familiaris, whose glasses are cracked and distorted, fragments of a forbidden truth begin to surface. These cursed individuals are shunned, feared, and pushed to the brink of madness as their fractured vision reveals the lies holding their world together. At the heart of the story is Kaduri Chazoi, a curious boy who grows into the masked symbol of rebellion, Eleven. Torn between his humanity and his mission, Kaduri leads a desperate fight for freedom against the tyrant Dux, whose traumatic past fuels his obsession with absolute control, and the Veraces, a faction of Familiaris who will stop anyone from toppling the system they fear will plunge the world into chaos. Brimming with psychological conflict, moral complexity, and high-stakes action, "Awareness" explores the fragility of truth, the cost of rebellion, and the unyielding courage it takes to break free from chains-both seen and unseen.

Seo Eun-ha has always lived in the shadow of her younger sister, a child prodigy whose brilliance steals every ounce of attention in their family. Dismissed as a mere side character in their perfect narrative, Eun-ha comes to believe she will never be more than an invisible figure, fading quietly into the background. She finds solace in books, pouring her heart into stories and nurturing a fragile dream of becoming an author, believing that maybe, just maybe, her words could make her matter. Yet the more she hides within her own world, the more she feels like she's vanishing—unseen, unimportant, lost to a family that praises everyone but her. A fleeting encounter with a mysterious mentor offers a glimmer of hope, but Eun-ha struggles to believe in herself, trapped by the belief that she’s destined to remain unnoticed forever. As cracks form in her family's perfect facade, she questions if she will ever have the courage to step forward and chase her dreams. In a world that refuses to look her way, she wonders: will she ever escape the shadows, or is she doomed to remain stuck in a life where no one ever sees her?

Knagslot was an accountant and living fine not until oneday when he is recarnated as Dot korreto, and he his made the minion's clown, making him to compete in the game - A Nightmare for clowns. He is to battle against different monsters and win at last - the price his life and freedom. With his K O system he is to fight: Thick chested goblins Skilled big wolfs Hideous twisted beasts and Short Karate cats! Hell! Crack skulls, bust brains, remove teeths. Win at all cost. But soon, after winning and winning he is faced with mysteries while discovering his new world - The minion's domain. Sooner he learns the bitter way he is now Dot korreto and this dot Korreto was once a citizen of minion's domain and along with hidden secrets and dark pasts. He discovers mysteries - mysterious mysteries that leads to more mystery.

After the event humans had termed as the new beginning, people had received strange magical powers and beasts mutated, and the world changed in incomprehensible ways as the planet became bigger and monsters ran amok. Gideon is seen as a disappointment as he has a very weak poison affinity and is often mocked and bullied by his peers and was almost disowned by his parents on multiple occasions. But things change when he is about to die but then a strange green bead falls from a spatial crack and lands on his head granting his the poison system. The world will shake under his feet and the gods will tremble at his name. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Cover art is not mine

[Shelter + Management + Apocalypse Rotation + Steady Male Protagonist] The apocalypse game has descended upon humanity, throwing the world into chaos. People are randomly assigned shelters across the globe, and every month, apocalyptic disasters rotate like clockwork: searing heat, unrelenting cold, meteor showers, mutant plants, and rampaging monsters. Survival hinges on venturing out to scavenge resources, battling the elements, and upgrading shelters to withstand an onslaught of catastrophes. Yi Bai is just another player in this brutal game—or so it seems. But soon, he discovers that his shelter talent is unlike any other. [Homebody’s Paradise (SSS-Class)]: For every day spent in his shelter, Yi Bai receives critical survival rewards tailored to his needs. The higher his shelter level, the better the rewards. “A top-tier talent! I can get stronger just by staying at home?” While others are fighting tooth and nail outside their shelters—battling monsters, scouring for food, and struggling to survive—Yi Bai is quietly turning his shelter into the ultimate fortress. Resources, weapons, food, and equipment pour in effortlessly. His Sealy bed? Supreme comfort. The S-Class combat beauty awarded to him? Lounging by his side. Apocalypse resources? Stacked so high he can’t even spend them all. With nothing more than patience and a talent for staying put, Yi Bai becomes an unstoppable force. “You call this the apocalypse?” He chuckles, sinking deeper into his plush bed. “This is paradise for homebodies!”

The Night Has Come, and kermesinus moon ascends in the sky. Hoarse whispers flow at the street corners, and brass steam machines spew out bloody mist. Your brain is singing a hymn, eyes are chanting a melody. Skin cracks, and flesh buds swell. Amidst the Mist, the wall of flesh that has devoured thousands of corpses wails endlessly— "Weep not, our players don't bite, they just want to play with you." Annan, the lone strategist, the top player, the savior of the mist-covered continent, the leader of the Thirteen Saints, the friend of the Twelve True Gods, the king of pioneers, "the Just", the Gatekeeper of the Fourth Calamity, the uncrowned deity, advised kindly.

In a world where magic shapes society, Sosuke Estrella and Rin Sakurai are thrust into the prestigious Astralis School of Magic, where talent and ambition collide. Despite their reserved spots at the academy, they must prove themselves in a competitive environment where friendships and rivalries form quickly. Ren Natsume, a driven student with his own burdens, becomes both a rival and an unlikely ally as their paths intertwine. But beneath the surface of their studies lies a world shaped by the enigmatic High Council, a body revered for its role in guiding magic’s use across the realm. As Sosuke and his friends uncover the depths of their powers, subtle cracks in the Council’s façade begin to show—hinting at a far greater battle waiting beyond the academy walls.

Year 1472 of the Auroran Age. Auralis is a world of stories—legends carved into the bones of history, their echoes reshaping the land and its people. From the great mythic cities of Mythraea to the frozen wilds of Lunareth, tales define all. They are more than words, more than fiction. They are power. Stories breathe life into magic, manifesting as gifts bestowed upon those attuned to their essence: the Storykeepers. For centuries, these wielders of Story Magic have protected the balance of the world, preserving the myths and legends that keep the Prime Story—the origin of all tales—intact. Yet as stories are forgotten, erased, or corrupted, cracks have begun to form in the fabric of reality. An enigmatic faction known as The Blank seeks to unbind the Prime Story itself, erasing not only history but the very meaning of existence.

Henry is a university graduate who happens to be working as a hotel receptionist, though with big dreams of being more than that. All these change for good one day when he finds a way of cracking a very sophisticated technological system, which ultimately empowers him to formulate and develop leading-edge inventions from his bedroom. With a determined mind not only to conquer the market but also to move out of his gray life, Henry starts into his journey of fame by introducing a number of radical technologies that capture the interest of the whole world and hold it.

In the shadow of an ancient curse, where myths of immortality and whispers of demons collide, a ragtag group of warriors, mages, and clerics embarks on a perilous journey into the unknown. Bound by fragile alliances and haunted by secrets, they face not only the creatures lurking in the dark but also the specters of their own pasts. As their path unfolds, trust falters, alliances crack, and the line between light and darkness blurs. What truly lies within the depths of the Immortal Cave? And how much of their humanity will they sacrifice to uncover it? Step into a world of danger and deception, where every shadow hides a truth more harrowing than the last. The answers lie just beyond the light—if you dare to seek them. our story is also available on wattpad, bable novel and maybe soon on Royal road

>This is a GL XIANXIA CULTIVATION NOVEL!!!! >No misunderstandings , Relatively fast paced romance, No other love interests. >There will be quite a few GL & BL side couples. >This is the story of our two protagonists Mo Yuxin (MC) and Su Yubing(FL) who are bound by a Bond so strong that it transcends reality itself. They are each other's one and only soulmate, their love knows no bound. This is story of their journey to cultivating immortality in a world that is unfair to women , in a world that is wholly dominated by men, where strength is all that matters. Without strength , you don't even get a chance to live peacefully. Our mc Mo Yuxin gets a legendary inheritance from a primordial god who is also one of the oldest gods to live till date and the only one in all of multiverse. This god and her already deceased soulmate decided to leave their inheritance to their only descendant to whom the god's soulmate left a piece of their soul. Watch as how their journey brings about unprecedented changes to the whole world and the multiverse and their sweet and steamy love which will make your tooth ache from sweetness. .. .. Mo Yuxin:- Are you exhausted, baby? Su Yubing:- *glares threateningly* It's all your fault. Mo Yuxin:- what do I do? You're just too delicious ~~ *licking her lips* Su Yubing:- Shameless! *a blushing mess* THIS IS MY VERY OWN WORK.

In the future era of highly developed technology, Dominic Valto, the world's richest man and a domineering president with multiple identities, has developed a revolutionary artificial intelligence - EVE, which can not only predict human behavior, but also manipulate emotions and social order. However, the secrets of EVE are far more than that. It hides a truth that can subvert the world. Sophia Lane is an independent genius hacker. She accidentally cracked part of EVE's algorithm, but was involved in Dominic's dangerous world. Dominic initially thought Sophia was just an insignificant little character, but gradually discovered that her ability and persistence far exceeded his imagination. From confronting each other to jointly uncovering the secrets of artificial intelligence, the two gradually fell into an uncontrollable entanglement of emotions and fate. In this interweaving of science fiction, business wars, power struggles and emotions, as EVE continues to evolve, the truth comes to light: EVE's ultimate goal is to surpass humans themselves. The two protagonists must find their own answers in the choice between love and hate, life and death.

"The Apocalypse isn't just fit for anyone... Without Strength, you're just a tool waiting to be exploited, So hurry the fuck up and get some strength already," The world ended in an instant. One moment, Simon, a 20-year-old game designer, was sitting at his desk, immersed in code. The next, the sky cracked open and monsters poured into the streets. Werewolves with claws sharp enough to slice through steel. Undead skeletons that marched with deadly purpose and Zombies that infected humans with the power of their bite. The gods had unleashed an apocalypse, and humanity was no longer at the top of the food chain. Simon ran, he survived... and then he was granted a power. |Congratulations You have been binded to the Vampire Overlord System| He was something else. A vampire overlord. Yet the Apocalpyse had only just begun...

The world was thrust into an unprecedented and catastrophic calamity. Strange, monstrous beings—seemingly from another world—emerged through sudden, unprovoked portals that tore into the sky. There was no warning, no sign, not even the faintest clue of their arrival. They came without mercy, spreading chaos, destruction, and death wherever they set foot. For five long years, the world struggled against these horrors. Civilizations crumbled, armies fell, and hope withered. Finally, a group of brave individuals managed to stand against the tide, fighting tooth and nail for what remained. Their final battle was their greatest, but it ended in tragedy. Hope slipped from their grasp as defeat came, inevitable and complete. Just as all seemed lost, our protagonist is thrust into a strange twist of fate. Sent back in time to the day of his birth, his memories of the past five years are hazy, fragmented at best. With little recollection of the war, the struggle, or the betrayal that led to defeat, he faces a choice: will he let history repeat itself, allowing the inevitable to play out once more? Or will he seize this second chance to alter his fate and fight back against the forces that destroyed everything? Only time will tell what path he will choose.

THIS IS A WORLD OF DANGER . THE DAY WHEN REALITY CHANGED . IT STARTED AFTER A CRACK APPEARED ON EARTH AND MANA STARTED TO LEAK FROM IT . IT LED TO THE CREATION OF DUNGEONS AND SUPERHUMANS KNOWN AS "HUNTERS"

Heaven, hell, and the world themselves have forgotten a prominent figure that once stood at the pinnacle. Alas, the said figure himself forgot who he was. Lyon is a young man who lived a leisurely life on earth. Not much was said except that he enjoyed such a life. However, one fateful night sent him to the world where killing is not a sin, alchemy is a thing, and magic cultivation is not imaginary. Immediately after being sent to this world. He is met with a beautiful woman who rumbled the earth and cracked the very firmament under the mortals' eyes. Selena is her name. She claimed to be his wife, the first one of three. However, their meetings didn't last long due to circumstances that he has yet understood. With one wedding ring on his finger that contained half of his past power, he sets forth to find Cecile, the woman whom Selena said is a queen in Blue Continent, the other wife that he adored then. But, he lacked focus at times, and combined with his whimsical nature, he often finds himself, in unusual situations. His smirk and lazy demeanor brought nothing but trouble for himself and the others around him. His relentless nature of stealing, his rebellious adolescence year, and the capability to smile by the teeth of a gnawing dragon brought his charm to a height that fairies once forget. Though his perverted nature often gets them to scurry away almost immediately, those that stayed long enough to know him better, know the redeeming qualities of Lyon Torga as a whole. Regardless! His arrival in this world has rotated an old cog of fate that those old monsters and old kings in the ages of the ancients, would have never guessed to be working again.

Travelling to a world torn apart by dimensional cracks , where beasts dominates the land , Aaron has to struggle hard to survive. In this dark and bloody world which hides creeping danger at every corner , being a beast master is the only way out for a commoner like Aaron . Watch how Aaron carves out his path to the peak with the help of an AI Chip that accompanied him from his old world.

In a world where power is granted by the heavens, one boy is cast aside, marked as unworthy of even the lowest blessing. Orphaned, scorned, and adopted only to be rejected, he is deemed "trash" in the eyes of all who wield power. But when he is rejected by the Heaven Holy Pillar—a symbol of divine favor—he’s left questioning his very existence, cursed by fate and broken by shame. In the depths of his despair, a crack forms in the fabric of reality. A thunderous storm erupts from the unknown, tearing apart the pillar that once scorned him, as if the universe has answered his pain. From the heart of the storm descends a mysterious relic—a necklace bearing unimaginable energy, along with a presence that defies all he knows. With cosmic powers now awakening within him, he embarks on a journey not to earn the heavens’ favor but to transcend it entirely. As he uncovers the secrets of the Veil of the Shattered Heavens, he realizes he’s been chosen for a destiny beyond the gods' understanding. In a realm that trembles before true strength, even the heavens are not qualified to stand in his way.

Emma Parker, a hard-working cleaner in a Dallas hotel, never imagined her life would change dramatically after one fateful, drunken encounter with ruthless billionaire Alex Cardwell. That single night of passion leads to an unexpected pregnancy, thrusting her into a world of luxury, deception and betrayal. As Alex struggles with a failing marriage with a manipulative Victoria, his life begins to unravel as Emma's pregnancy threatens to expose the cracks in his carefully controlled life. Torn between the simple life she's always known and the dangerous seductive pull of Alex’s world, Emma must decide who to trust. With enemies closing in and dark secrets coming to life, the stakes couldn't be higher. Can Emma protect herself and her child from the forces trying to destroy them? Can she navigate these treacherous waters? Will love triumph, or will their buried past tear them apart forever?

In the dim corridors of a life fractured by loss, Derek Dixon stumbles upon Aria, a woman whose quiet strength stirs something long dormant within him. With the relentless Abyss casting a shadow over his every move and Victoria, his mother, serving as a distant beacon, Derek is pulled into a dance between light and dark. The road he treads is not one of simple vengeance but of an awakening—a transformation whispered in the spaces between. Love, elusive yet undeniable, weaves through the cracks of his broken world, becoming the silent force that shapes his journey. As Derek’s path intertwines with Aria’s, the lines between salvation and destruction blur, leaving only the question of what, or who, truly holds the power in the end.

In the quiet darkness of the city, where shadows stretch long and secrets linger, a charming and meticulous man prowls unnoticed. By day, he’s an unassuming professional, navigating the corridors of power with ease, his impeccable manners and handsome face concealing the predator lurking beneath. By night, he dons his most dangerous mask—a façade of warmth and intrigue that draws unsuspecting victims into his carefully woven web. Obsessed with uncovering the truths hidden in human minds, he views each person as a puzzle, their fears, desires, and vulnerabilities as treasures to exploit. But when he encounters a woman who seems perfect for his next plan, his tightly controlled world begins to fray. As his games grow darker and more daring, the question looms: will he remain the master of his deadly art, or will the mask finally crack, exposing the monster within? "The Masked" is a chilling psychological thriller that delves into the twisted mind of a man who thrives in the shadows, a story of manipulation, obsession, and the masks we all wear.

In a world where survival bows only to strength, the Totem Shuryo determines everything. Tatsu, an outcast mocked as “sheep boy” for his lineage, is thrust into the deadly trial where hunters claim their totems—symbols of power drawn from the monstrous zasshu that dominate the land. But Tatsu isn’t just another contender; he’s a boy with questions too dangerous to ask and a mind sharp enough to see the cracks in the world’s primal law. While the other tribesmen rely on brute force to survive, Tatsu sees opportunity in his supposed weakness. Yet, the deeper he ventures into the shadowed forests and its twisted beasts, the clearer it becomes: the Totem Shuryo isn’t just a test of strength—it’s a war for survival, a revelation of secrets, and a challenge to the unyielding rules of the jungle. With whispers of ancient gods and rival tribes looming on the horizon, Tatsu must carve his own path in a world where even the strong are devoured by the stronger. Will he rise to claim his throne, or will the wild consume him like so many before? The hunt has begun. The beast inside is stirring

In a world haunted by ancient secrets and endless conflicts, a young man named Van Vallaga embarks on a perilous journey to confront a fate beyond his comprehension. The world begins to crack under the shadow of a mysterious force known as the Outsider, and legends of ancient fragments begin to unfold. In a quest stretching from millennia-old ruins to conspiracies deeply rooted in kingdoms, Van finds himself in the midst of a great battle that will determine the fate of the world. Along the way, he meets extraordinary allies: an heir to ancient magic, a loyal childhood friend, and a mysterious woman from his past. Yet, with every step forward, betrayal and dark secrets lurk, making Van question who he can trust, including himself. As the shadows of the abyss draw nearer, only courage, determination, and unexpected power can guide him through the darkness. On this journey, Van will face challenges that not only test his strength but also his heart. Chronicles of the Abyss is an epic tale of adventure, sacrifice, and hope in the midst of darkness. In a fragile world, one person holds the key to either saving or destroying it.

Starting life as a college student is hard, but not as hard as dying on your very first day. Ali Asad was just your average guy, ready to start fresh in a new city for college. But when he jumped into traffic to save a mysterious woman, his good deed got him killed—fast and painfully. Just when he thought it was game over, he woke up alive... sort of. Turns out, the woman he saved, Carrisa, had a few tricks up her sleeve. Now resurrected as an immortal being and renamed Alicarde, he’s thrust into a world of ancient power struggles, dark magic, and impossible expectations. Bound to Carrisa’s fate, Alicarde quickly learns that being immortal isn’t all it's cracked up to be. Instead of focusing on classes or meeting new friends, he’s dodging dangerous foes, navigating Carrisa’s high-stakes supernatural battles, and trying to figure out just what his role is in all this madness. All while struggling with the fact that he really didn’t sign up for any of this. Thrown into a fight for survival with powers he barely understands and a fate that’s now intertwined with Carrisa’s, Alicarde has to adapt fast—or risk dying all over again, this time for good. join discord https://discord.com/invite/5VVpgK9DUU 100 power stones = 1 bonus chapter. 50 golden tickets = 1 bonus chapter.

He had always wondered what it would be like to meet a girl who was as crazy as he was, who would like the same things he liked, and wouldn't run screaming her head off once he suggested something new. In college, he had tried to connect with some girls he met, but he quickly got a reputation for being a deranged sex-maniac. One look of disgust was enough to swear him off intimacy during college, and graduating hadn’t really changed his prospects. Looking like a homicidal maniac with a brain that persisted in seeing stuff it liked, didn’t help either. Yes, women were more in touch with their needs and wants nowadays, but it seemed his specific brand of craziness was elusive. It took a trip to another continent to find her. Now he had all he ever wanted, but he was going to lose her because of a hidden truth and a blast from the past. From experience, he knew that good things never lasted. Not in his world at least. However, he would fight tooth and nail; burn the world down to keep his beautiful vixen. No matter the cost, he was going to save her, and damn anything that stood in his way.