Magnus Bane Tribute

Magnus Valorion crossed into an ancient empire. As a time traveler, he didn’t accomplish anything too extraordinary. He simply ensured that laborers could drink white rice porridge and eat pickled vegetables every day, and that soldiers could enjoy fried chicken and hamburgers. Along the way, he expanded the territory and even captured the invading Khan of the Altai Tribe. Despite these achievements, Magnus never imagined that his subordinates were secretly planning something big as the autumn winds began to cool...

The era of human dominance on Earth had come to an end. Dragonborns, powerful beings with divine abilities, now ruled the world. Humans were relegated to slavery, forced to construct grand castles and labor on farmlands for their dragon overlords. The dragons had conquered every kingdom on earth except for one that thrived despite their oppressive reign - Eldoria. This prosperous kingdom had a dark secret behind its success and resilience against the dragonborns’ threats. Every decade, the dragonborns of Scalethorne demanded a tribute of slaves from Eldoria, and the time for the next offering was drawing near. In accordance with the kingdom's customs, King Rodric prepared slaves and a rare mineral resource to appease the dragon king. However, Rodric was horrified when the demand turned to something far more precious. His daughter, Aria.

In a world where ancient pacts still bind mortal families to the whims of the fae, fifteen-year-old Ali must spend her summers in the Summer Court as tribute—a centuries-old price for a mysterious transgression committed by her ancestors. But what begins as a journey into a realm of enchanting beauty quickly reveals itself as a dangerous game of politics, power, and hidden agendas. When the enigmatic Summer Queen announces that some tributes, including Ali, will be sent to stay with the Winter Court, Ali finds herself caught in a web of fae intrigue. Ali must uncover the truth behind her family's ancient agreement with the fae—before she becomes another casualty of their immortal games. I will be publishing this novel on Royal Road.

In the northern royal kingdom of Arszden, nothing is as it seems. Being one of the oldest of the Fourteen Kingdoms, time has made its history both fact and fairytale, and to this day, nobody knows which is more accurate, either fantasy or reality. Katarina Kasdan was born free, but 321 days ago, her entire world crumbled at her feet. Not for the first time, and surely, not for the last. Stripped of her right to freedom after her entire village was burned to the ground, she was taken as a thrall by the woman known as the Keiserinne, and used for her dark wishes. But her wyrd was long ago settled. When the infamous Steel Kairo walks into her life, everything changes, once more. He is everything she hates. Everything she fears. Everything she loves. He has secrets interwoven with the very birth of the world he seems to carry in his shoulders, holds more power than one should ever be given to wield, and, on top of it all, he is said to be immortal. Something she should have known the first time she tried to stab him. Or when he offered to teach her to throw knives. Or when he kissed her for the first time. But as another king sits on his throne destined to fall, others reach to claim a crown bejeweled with secrets that could mean the unveiling of a long-lost prophecy and a wyrd millennia before settled. And as false kings race to claim an inheritance that is neither theirs nor the king's firstborn, the wyrd wields its hand to place upon the one true heir's head the crown of the Lost King. And amid such secrets lies a fate that claims that these two will be the bane of each other's existence until the blood of one of them is shed upon a land of daisies. Thus, chaos will come. Lives will be lost. Bonds will be made. Vows will be broken. Blood will be spilled. Fates will be set. And war will be waged. And the only remaining question is whether steel will be broken or a daisy will blossom. (Norse mythology and Viking inspired)

Ahn Kyunghee wanted nothing more than to move on from a stigmatizing past as a druggie’s daughter. However, fate had other things in store. A special person from her past reappears and gives her a whole new meaning to perseverance, love and loyalty. Despite the ten year gap, she had once again found her first love; only now he was no longer the teenager brimming with righteous determination she once knew. Now, he was a member of the dangerous Yakuza—a man to be feared and revered, but a man who would do anything to give her the protection she never had, regardless of right or wrong. In her memory, he would forever be the boy who befriended and held her hand whilst everyone else ostracized her. Then there was the hotheaded detective who was the bane of her existence, only to realize that she meant more to him than he could ever mean to her. Light and dark didn’t mix. Just like tigers and dragons didn’t co-exist.

Cursed to be human in the wretched world of Teivel, Kane—a boy in his mid teens—struggles to make ends meet in his home city: Thalamar. Despite his pitiful life, Kane never expected a night of errands to turn into finding a hideout belonging to nefandites—a people who follow the malevolent religion known as Nefandyr—leading to a later capture after saving a defective named Niemand Bauer. Not much is known about Nefandyr, except what is commonly observed: What Nefandyr breeds is nothing short of nefarious and sadistic plots, all in the name of their god. For once in his life, Kane has a choice to make: Stay the path of a sacrificial lamb or carve a new path.

WSA 2025 entry. Lady Melisandre ‘Lisa’ Belmont was a young, French beauty wrongfully accused and publicly executed for crimes she did not commit. Mysteriously reborn as a contender for a modern day American variety games and entertainment show. In this new lifetime she's claimed the body of a beautiful aspiring actress who got fed up with constantly being duped by her conniving manager. The last straw was being forced to marry a complete stranger. Coerced to sign up as a married couple for a reality tv show where contestants vie to win the coveted Shadowhurst legacy. Rumored to be an inheritance worth billions that was left behind by the elderly recluse Eleanor Shadowhurst. What might be an ideal situation for the other women is a nightmare for Lisa who wakes up trapped in a marriage she never wanted. A sense of guilt for taking over the owner’s body makes Lisa not want to do anything that would jeopardize her career as an actress. She has no choice but to play along as Lisa can see no way out of the contract which seems pretty ironclad. After reading the contract, she realizes that it may be beneficial as long as the couple doesn't get eliminated before reaching the top ten. Lisa stands a chance to win a lifetime of lucrative endorsement deals & royalties, that can only help boost her career as an actress. Win or lose Lisa will still get paid by her husband the enigmatic and handsome Bane Shadowhurst as long as she does nothing to cause a scandal or get the couple disqualified early. His main stipulation is that Lisa pretends to be in love with Bane. They must awkwardly overcome their differences and live with other competing couples on a sprawling, isolated estate located on an island not found on any map. Every need is met, every comfort is provided, even the security of the mansion is world renown for its defense. All of these couples have secrets and are fleeing from their own personal traumas. It seems like the opportunity of a lifetime until the unthinkable happens. Hysteria grows as suspicious accidents escalate, couples feel their personal safety is threatened as the security system is repeatedly breached. Everything is hush hush, the handlers, the producers and media company can’t be trusted. Life hangs in the balance as the group is slowly cut off from the outside world. An insidious intelligence wants to stop Lisa from leaving the island alive. It will stop at nothing to dominate Lisa against her will, invoke terror and consume her soul. Only true love can overcome the insidious evil and save their souls. Lisa will just have to search her heart before it's too late and never trust a shadow after dark.

“Where is Madam?“ Kael asked as he stepped into the house. “......“ He paused as he received no answer from the bulter. He slowly turned to asked the bulter as he asked again “ Where is the Madam” “Uhm... Sh... Sh... She went out...“ The bulter stuttered as he replied while trembling at the same time “What” He coldly asked “ She traveled again” “To where?“ “Coldwest City” °°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°° Few moment later Seren entered into her apartment after coming back from a party. “Ughh.., why is it so dark” She grumble as she struggled to find the switch. After turning on the light, she went to the sitting room only to freeze. ..... “Ho..ney.., why are you here, no.. no.., how did you know that I'm here” She asked shocked, widening her eyes. “What did you think” Beyond and behold, Kael is sitting on the chair, looking pretty much relaxed and laid back. “You promised to always inform me whenever you want to travel but this time you actually break the promise” “What should I do to punish you” Kael stood up and asked, as he slowly walks towards her. “N..no.., I mean don't punish me” Will someone tell me what exactly is going is going on. Her plan was just to come to a party only for this night, have a few hours sleep and get on an early flight in the morning before her husband got home from work since he has called that he'll be busy that he won't be able to come home this night. Oh... My... God... Last time he punish me, I wasn't able to go to work for a whole week. No no no, I must find a way to espace this She thought as she tried and make an escape. But before she can move, her waist was firmly grasped in his hand. “No... I promise not to do ...“ Her lips has locked by a cold lip, sucking her away. Before she plead for forgiveness, it was too late. **************************************************** In a world of wealth, power, and ruthless ambition, Seren Delyth, a fiery heiress with a taste for rebellion, finds herself cornered by an impossible ultimatum from her father. To secure her independence and protect her family’s legacy, she must marry a man she’s never met—a man whose heart is as cold as his billion-dollar empire. Enter Kael Veyne, the calculating "Frost King" of the business world. For Kael, love is a liability, and marriage is nothing more than a necessary transaction to secure his grandfather’s approval and his empire’s future. A one-year contract, no strings attached. Simple, right? But when Seren crashes into his meticulously ordered life with her fiery spirit, colorful chaos, and sharp wit, Kael’s world begins to thaw in ways he never anticipated. Seren, in turn, finds herself both infuriated and intrigued by Kael’s icy demeanor and unexpected moments of tenderness. As sparks fly, secrets unravel. Seren's father, the enigmatic Magnus Delyth, has his own reasons for orchestrating the match—a strategy that goes far beyond a simple merger of fortunes. Meanwhile, lurking rivals, meddling friends, and the haunting shadows of Kael and Seren’s past threaten to tear their fragile bond apart. In a game of power, trust, and love, Kael and Seren must navigate a labyrinth of high-stakes deals and sizzling chemistry to discover whether their marriage of convenience can transform into something real. Can a cold billionaire and his fiery contract bride find forever in a union built on lies? Read to find more how the cold king got flamed by the fiercy queen.

What is the end of the world? Zombies? Monsters? Zerg? No! Only when everything that humans fear, worship, and even fantasize about becomes a reality, will it be the true end of mankind! Spiritual energy surges back, faith is recast, this is the gluttony of gods, Buddhas, demons, and monsters... When the world was swallowed by a mysterious fog, the apocalypse descended without warning. Zombies roamed the streets, ancient creatures of legend came alive, and humanity stood on the brink of extinction. Anirudh, a pragmatic forensic pathologist, views the strange fog as nothing more than another cause for accidents and deaths—a bane that keeps his workload piling up, what should have been a routine investigation spirals into a nightmare—until a mysterious system awakened within him. This system revealed a startling truth: he was the heir to an ancient legacy tied to gods, demons, and sages of a forgotten era.

In a world riddled with oddity and mystery, Dane finds himself right in the middle of something big. The origin of Iotils, the Twelve, and the mysterious Mirror Lady, all mysteries the lone man will be forced to unwrap.

The rule had always been this way: the strong over the weak, the rich over the poor. Mark knew this, he'd even experienced it. After his boss fired him for discovering the affair with his girlfriend (who also worked at their small gaming company), Mark vowed never to be humiliated like that again. He wanted to rise above everyone, to become the world's top player, the one who made the rules and decided everyone's fate. But that was wishful thinking. He was just a heavyset, nerdy guy with some programming skills and a large appetite. What else did he have going for him? Hit hard by this reality, jobless and dumped, Mark withdrew into gaming, which also became his source of income. One day, after leaving a bad review for a game he played and streamed, he received a strange reply from the game's creator. Suddenly, Mark found himself transported to Aetherium, the world of that same game, as Magnus Lancaster, the young lord of a crumbling territory. Now, with this new beginning, he vowed never to be weak again, never to leave his fate in someone else's hands. Discord: https://discord.com/invite/vvQRGGha9M

In a dark room, a tall man stood arrogantly, like an emperor, and she was the slave girl who paid tribute to him. After a week of torture for seven days and seven nights, what awaited her seemed to be the beginning of another world. However, this was just the prelude to a more complicated story - when she was pregnant, the doctor asked coldly: "Do you want to keep the child or not?" Her heart was broken, and the whole world seemed to collapse. Four years later, the woman had become a beautiful mother, but her little boy made her heart tight. The little boy hugged her neck dissatisfiedly, and his tone was full of domineering: "Mommy is mine alone, I don't want to share it with others!" Facing this precocious child, the woman's heart was filled with complex emotions - she could only give this deep love and protection to the only baby in front of her. In the constant challenges and growth, she gradually transformed from a weak girl to a strong mother, determined to protect her most precious existence, no matter how many storms there are ahead.

After the tragic death of his mother, Carlos finds solace in his new foster family. Though his foster mother can be overbearing, he forms a deep bond with his foster father, who teaches him the valuable lessons of what it means to be strong and to truly live. But his life takes an unexpected turn when he is struck by lightning, and sent into a fantastical world of magic, monsters, and untold dangers. Now Carlos must survive, adapt, and grow stronger as he is thrust into a new world. This is my first time writing so a little mercy would be nice with critiques on how to make it better.

Fangs, Fur, and Forever is a darkly supernatural romance, passion and danger entwining in a fated forbidden love story. Selene, a strong and loyal beta wolf, finds herself caught between the demands of her pack and a growing, undeniable connection with mysterious Lucien, a vampire shrouded in darkness. When an arranged marriage to her ex-fiancé, Damon, is forced upon her, Selene rebels against a life that would make her deny her heart's wish. Lucien, though, cannot resist his growing attraction toward Selene and is haunted by the prophecy that warns of a tragic fate awaiting them both. Their connection is instant and powerful, but the world they must navigate sees their love as threatening and taboo, so their relationship will be put to the test by threats from outside and their own fears. When rogue wolves and a power-hungry vampire named Magnus start targeting them, Selene and Lucien are forced to go into hiding, fighting not only against external forces but the weight of their emotions. As the powers of Selene awaken and she finds herself becoming more embroiled in Lucien's world, the prophecy that could threaten to tear them apart threatens to consume the love they share. Every moment binds them tighter, impassioned and to each other, even as peril always nips closely at their heels, demanding impossible choices of Selene-to forsake everything for Lucien or rise up against the doomsday fate. From stolen kisses in the moonlight to daring rescues and intense declarations of love, Fangs, Fur, and Forever is a story of eternal devotion and the strength of love to defy fate. Heart-pounding suspense, scorching hot romance, and emotional depth-finding a mix of all these, this is a story that readers will glue themselves to right till the last page. Can Selene and Lucien overcome the forces that threaten to tear them apart, or is their love to remain eternally accursed?

Jayde Bane, humanity's second strongest hero, meets his end in a brutal dungeon battle. In his final moments, he reflects on a lifetime spent in the shadow of number one. But death is not the end for Jayde. He awakens to find himself fifty-two years in the past, in the body of his younger self. With a second chance at life, Jayde vows to rewrite his fate and surpass his rival. Armed with the knowledge of future events, Jayde navigates a world preparing for a cataclysmic sequence. He uses his foresight to amass wealth, power, and influence, becoming one of the world's most formidable figures. Despite constant opposition from the government and powerful families, Jayde's relentless drive propels him to the pinnacle of success. As the new year approaches, Jayde prepares for the ultimate challenge. With his frail aunt by his side and trusted allies gathered, he sets the stage for a confrontation that will determine his place in history. In a world where knowledge is power, Jayde Bane is ready to seize his destiny and claim the title of number one.

3000 years ago, a group of beings known as vampires invaded our land causing havoc and mayhem in the city. They are called the blood suckers. But from nowhere another group of beings appeared and started fighting the blood suckers, they protected the humans from the vampires. They are called the werewolves, protectors of the human race. The werewolves being the superior beings fought and won the vampires. When the vampires saw that their number is decreasing day by day, they decided to retreat and stay hiding in the forest for the main time until they can get more armies . Currently the vampires , having fortified thselves and increased their numbers are now out in the open, more confident about themselves, attacking both humans and werewolves. Now a Vampire soothsayer revealed to the leader of the Vampires, Magnus, that the only way they can win over the wolves is through the CHOSEN ONE and he/she must be born a vampire, Now, Everyone knows vampires aren't born from birth, rather they were humans who were bittten by another vampire, so while the werewolves are still in oblivion to what is happening, the vampires are busy looking for a way to give birth to their CHOSEN ONE.

William awakens from the chaos of his amnesia, only to find himself in a world teetering on the brink of ruin. The skies are painted crimson, the earth shatters beneath his feet, and calamities stalk him like an unrelenting shadow. Locked within his mind lies a mysterious "Soul Prison," a realm that cages unspeakable monstrosities—and he alone possesses the power to command them. But this power is a double-edged sword, offering salvation on one hand while pulling him ever closer to destruction on the other. Who erased his memories? What dark truth lies within the Soul Prison? And most terrifying of all, why does every step forward feel as though invisible strings are tightening around him, drawing him deeper into a grand and sinister design? The path of the demon hunter is fraught with peril. Will William rise above the horrors of this cursed land and carve his legacy in blood and fire, or will he fall, consumed as yet another pawn of the endless disasters? At the end of his journey lies the truth—freedom or the abyss. The wheel of fate has begun to turn, and the epic saga of the Warlock begins!

In a small village, a bulky man with bronzed skin sat with his daughter, Ireal. Her porcelain complexion, white hair, and piercing blue eyes made her look like a noble, a stark contrast to her rugged father. Ireal's innocent gaze met her father's as she asked, "Father, why are you crying?" The hunter's forced smile faltered, and he was taken aback. "What did you say, Ireal?" He tried to compose himself. "I'm not crying, so why would you say that?" Ireal's expression remained clear and unwavering. "I can hear you crying, Father. You're sad because Mother died." She took a step closer, her small hand reaching out. "You're in pain, and I don't want you to hurt. I'll take care of you for Mom." The hunter's eyes welled up with tears as he chuckled, his voice shaking. "Silly girl." He looked at her with newfound curiosity. "Do you mean you can hear my thoughts?" Ireal nodded, her blue eyes sparkling. "Yes, Father. Mother knew about it, and she told me not to tell anyone." In a world where dragons reign, a teenage girl's life is forever changed. Ireal, an orphaned infant, was found and adopted by a loving hunter couple. But after her adoptive mother's tragic death, Ireal's village is ravaged by dragons seeking the prince's mate. Among the captives, Ireal is unexpectedly chosen by the prince, thrusting her into a realm of magic, politics, and ancient secrets. As she navigates this new world, Ireal must confront her destiny and the mysteries of her past. Will Ireal accept her new role as the prince's mate, or will she fight against her fate? What secrets lie hidden in Ireal's past? Can Ireal navigate the treacherous world of dragons or will she become a pawn in their games of power? Will she be able to love prince Kael or destroy him for destroying her people?

Buio Pichi is an Orphan who was found and raised by his adoptive father Bukiko Pochi with the help of his wife Moriah Pochi and her young daughter. Buio's parents were believed to be casualties of a conflict between demons and whatever race Buio is from. He is now an 18 year old in search of answers to the full reason for the demise of his biological parents. In his pursuit Buio comes across Shinigami Seishin otherwise known as Hive. She is the very powerful, world reknown leader of the evil organization Bane. The kingdom of Xaymaca is quickly besieged by the insidious almost completely elusive members of Bane. Buio is swept up in this conflict while pursuing his own goals. Does Buio find what he's looking for or does he fail? Follow him on his tumultuous journey to find out how it all unfolds.

What happens when reality starts to bug out and your life as you know it is flipped upside down? Anomalies that couldn't possibly exist start to pop out of nowhere. This was the exact situation Magnus found himself in after a bizarre glitch yanked him from his own universe and tossed him into another. In this new, fantastical world brimming with magic and supernatural phenomena, Magnus's unexpected arrival landed him in possession of the Command Console, a tool that seems to be able to edit almost anything. With it, Magnus creates a variety of supernatural abilities that defy all common sense, even in a world of fantasy. Whether it was one that granted him truly endless strength or the ability to create detailed simulations of reality within his own mind, anything was possible. But Magnus isn't the only instance of such logic-defying abilities. All over the world, glitches are starting to manifest in weird ways: a brick that could knock anything unconscious with a single touch, a child whose perception of the world could affect reality, or even a woman who was, inexplicably, everyone's mother—there seemed to be no rhyme or reason behind any of them. When faced with all of these chaotic elements, Magnus comes to a decision. "Alright, if these are all glitches, then I'll simply have to be the one to fix them." Release Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday. (Around 7:11 PM Eastern Standard Time) - This novel is also being posted on Royalroad, and can be read here; https://www.royalroad.com/fiction/84118/when-fantasy-glitches The Royalroad version is 10 Chapters ahead and has the original format.

Magnus was reincarnated in a magic world. He led a simple life on Earth and that was something he liked rather than being dragged into conflicts or into adventures to save the world or something like that. He never cared to be the MC but hoped that he would have a pleasant life, much better than his previous life. Whether he could or not, read the tales to see. ---

Rylie’s kidnapping event reveals truths about herself and her family that she wasn't aware of. She discovers she is a goddess with immense powers and abilities, and her father is a ten thousand year old god with a plan that threatens her sisters, her mother, and everyone she loves. And reluctant Rylie is the only one that can stop him. Family ties are broken and new alliances formed Love is found and betrayal stings worst The past threatens to taint the future and Rylie must become the balance that keeps both times in their rightful place. But at what cost?

Betrayed. Broken. Imprisoned. Kelvin Ardent, once a cunning prince destined for greatness, finds himself shackled in a dungeon, left to rot by those he trusted most. But when his darkest hour awakens an ancient curse tied to his bloodline, Kelvin gains a gift—and a curse—that will change his fate forever: the Mind Dominion System. With the power to read minds, manipulate thoughts, and foresee his enemies’ moves, Kelvin begins his ascent from the depths of despair. Yet this power comes at a cost. Every victory chips away at his sanity, every failure brings him closer to destruction. Bound by the sinister legacy of Magnus Tenebris, a forgotten master of manipulation, Kelvin must navigate a dangerous game of survival, revenge, and conquest. As enemies close in and the line between ally and foe blurs, Kelvin’s resolve hardens. He will reclaim his throne. He will punish those who wronged him. But to do so, he must embrace the darkness within and wield the system before it consumes him. The world is a chessboard, and Kelvin Ardent is the strategist destined to rule it—or lose everything in the attempt. " In a game of minds, only the strongest can dominate."

The world is full of wonders. At least it was before now what's left of the world is in chaos because Berth user of the saints blade has cut a hole in space and it's growing. In the chaos the dog of the council Magnus has the power to stop it but is questioning the world. The worlds hope now stands in the hands of a man who killed a city full of people and has been stuck in a tomb for the last 300 years so his own sanity is questionable. But that's not even the story. the fate of the world is sealed so let's rather talk about it's champions both present and past, and their fates

In the dark side of A'en Esari, a world tidally locked to its sun, treachery is the coin of the realm. After the withering wars, the emperor undying has proclaimed his dominions, the one true empire, and rules in Khandor alongside his ephors. Yvain the younger, landless knight of the realm, awakens after a long slumber to discover that his spawn is dead. Consumed by regret, he sets off in vengeance. When he and Dyani meet in a ball at Ona Serin and submit to a night of pleasure, they soon uncover that the other is tied to the secrets they are after. Sired and raised in the Mortal Pavilion, Dyani serves as scholar and scribe, and spends her days cataloging the events that others will come to call history. Chancing upon a blood vial hidden in a rare book, she becomes privy to a secret that will not only make her an enemy of the realm but will have the most powerful vampires baying for her blood. Esvele Solarin, third princess of the Solarin kingdom of the light realm, is sent to the other side of the continent in place of her sister as a tribute to the emperor. Unsure of her purpose and trying to make a home among bloodsucking strangers, she finds a friend in Isran, a vampire whose charismatic guise blinds her to the evil underneath. As she falls deeper into his web, she realizes that there are worse things than vampires in the dark realm. In a world rife with conspiracies, terrors, and vampires that will exceed any limit to keep their power. The fate of Lunar dominions will rest on the decisions of the trio, to either stand against the powers that be or collapse under the weight of their desires.

Aria Winters has spent her life in the shadows, working to support her bedridden mother and younger brother in the poorest part of the Crescent Moon Pack. When her mate is revealed at the New Alpha’s Mating Ceremony, she feels a flicker of hope—until Beta Colin Hunt rejects her in front of everyone, branding her unworthy. Heartbroken, Aria retreats into the night, only to be claimed by the most powerful Lycan alive—King Magnus Draven, a man twice her age who had given up on finding his mate. With one kiss, he shatters her world and ignites a chain of events no one could foresee. But not everyone is willing to let Aria live her new life. Old enemies emerge, secrets from her past resurface. As danger closes in, Aria must decide who she can trust—and whether her bond with the Lycan King will be strong enough to survive the truth that’s about to be revealed. What dark secrets lie in wait, and how far will her enemies go to tear her from the man destined to be hers?

The world is ruled by the Tianren (Heavenly Beings) and plagued by the Yaogui (Demonic Spirits). Humans, created as a bridge between these two powerful races, are now the lowest caste, their kind dwindling under centuries of oppression. The Tianren, aloof and authoritarian, demand tributes of blood, flesh, labor, and gold from humans, enforcing their rule through celestial courts. Meanwhile, the Yaogui, outcasts of heaven, prey on humans to survive, feeding on their life essence, the Jing. Mo An Jing grew up knowing fear. Her father was hunted by a Yaogui, his Jing drained until his body was an empty husk. She watched in horror as her mother ended his suffering with a knife, only to be sentenced by the Tianren to exile beyond the mortal plane. As punishment, her mother was cast into the void of outer space, leaving An Jing an orphan. Forced into servitude as a Tianren handmaid, An Jing learned to survive through silence and obedience. But her hatred festered, until one day, she escaped the celestial court, vowing never to bow again.

He rejected me, and then he realized I was the center of his world. Instead, I got someone even better. Raula I keep my head down. In this backward pack, females rank low, and my family's bloodline puts me among the lowest pack members. It doesn’t help that I’ve never shifted. I don’t mind the late twenties single life, though. No one’s paying any attention as I live my life the way I want. My roomies and I are doing it for ourselves, and if life under Ulfred Kessler is stifling, at least it’s predictable. We can deal. But when nature finally clicks in, I lose my mind. I claim our alpha as my mate. And he rejects me in front of the whole pack. It’s all good. It only hurts when I breathe. I’ll survive. That’s what I do. Who wants an arrogant jerk for a mate, anyway? But the heavens have prepared someone else for me. Damien Kessler is Ulfred's oldest brother who broke away from the Starry Banes pack years ago. He has never liked Ulfred. Damien I left Ulfred to deal with the Starry Banes pack. I gave him all the freedom to live his life the way he wished, but I will make him regret his biggest mistake of rejecting Raula Lockwood. He threw away the best thing that could have possibly ever happened to him. And now Raula is my second chance mate. Even if it means getting back everything that was rightfully mine, I won't let go of my mate when the heavens have given me a second chance.