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The Desire To Kill

The Duke And His Desire

Raphael Emberlin, the Duke of Barrington, and his maid, Natalie Scott, are kidnapped while on a journey. After escaping their captors, they find themselves in a strange, unfamiliar land far from home. Everything around them is different, from the language to the people, and they must find their way back, all while learning to navigate the challenges of being stuck with each other. Raphael, used to being in control, struggles to trust anyone, especially Natalie. However, as they travel together, he begins to see her in a new light—her strength, courage, and ability to handle tough situations. On the other hand, Natalie has to deal with Raphael’s arrogance and pride, but she also notices his vulnerability and starts to understand him better. As they journey through this unknown world, their relationship starts to change. What began as a forced partnership slowly grows into something deeper. They each discover new strengths within themselves and each other. By the time they finally return home, they are left wondering whether they can go back to their old lives or if the journey has changed them forever. *****Excerpt**** "Are you mad?" she exclaimed, her eyes wide as she stared at him. "What do you think you’re doing?" Raphael narrowed his eyes, his jaw tightening. "Don’t speak to me like that again." "And if I do?" she shot back, her voice laced with defiance. "Have you lost your wits? You are speaking to your Duke. No matter the situation, I am still your lord. You will speak to me with respect. Do you understand?" Natalie studied him for a long moment, her gaze unwavering, before a sharp laugh escaped her lips. Raphael’s face darkened, his fists clenched at his sides, ready to strike. "Oh, that was a good one," she said, her voice dripping with mockery. "Keep thinking with that brain of yours, and you’ll get us both killed." "You will regret this when we reach the estate," Raphael growled, his voice low, dangerous. "If we make it to the estate. We won’t get very far if you keep using that foolish brain of yours. Why on earth would you announce to everyone that you’re a duke? What if we get kidnapped again?" "Did you just call my brain foolish?" Raphael's voice rose, his patience fraying. "Yes," she replied, unflinching. "What are you going to do about it?" "You’ll beg for mercy when we return, I'll make sure of it." he warned, his words cold. "You will regret your actions. You will be relieved of your duties and sent back to the slums where you belong." "That’s unnecessary," she muttered, a bitter edge to her voice. "I quit. I’d rather die than spend another moment in your presence. I hope you know how to brew tea because I am no longer your maid, Raph." Raphael’s eyes widened, his face a mask of fury. "What did you call me?" "Raph," she said simply, her lips curling into a smirk. "What are you going to do about it?" Raphael froze, his entire body tense, as though he were about to strike her. But then, with a visible effort, he turned away and sat near the fire, his fists unclenching. Natalie smirked, watching him closely. "Yeah, that’s what I thought. Here, you are nothing. So the sooner you drop that arrogance, the better for you."
monange25 · 209 Views

Whisper of Desire

This story is about Kyouko, a woman in her early forties. She works hard to stay beautiful and graceful because she wants to bring back the love she once had with her husband, who now seems distant and uncaring. Despite her efforts, Kyouko feels that her husband no longer loves her. Kyouko lives with her daughter Sayaka and her son-in-law Haruki. This situation creates a unique connection between Kyouko and Haruki. At first, they keep their feelings for each other hidden. Kyouko notices that Haruki often looks at her with admiration, and his gentle smiles make her feel special. Haruki, who is young and handsome, appreciates Kyouko’s charm and elegance but doesn’t express it openly. As they spend more time together in their daily lives, Kyouko and Haruki start to feel a strong pull toward each other. Their secret glances and quiet moments lead to a growing bond. Kyouko begins to feel happy and more confident because of Haruki's attention. She remembers a part of herself that she had lost amidst her struggles. While their feelings deepen, both Kyouko and Haruki are aware of the complications. They worry about Sayaka and Kyouko’s husband, which makes it difficult for them to openly express their emotions. The story explores their inner struggles, the longing they both feel, and the quiet complexity of their attraction. Kyouko and Haruki embark on a journey of self-discovery, hidden affection, and the risks that come with their unspoken love.
JakkuSen · 2.2K Views

Blades of Desire

Prince Keiran's voice trembled with restraint. "I should kill you now, Vesper." Vesper's gaze locked onto his, her eyes filled with tears. "Then why haven't you? One swift thrust of your sword, and I'm dead." Keiran's jaw clenched, his words heavy with emotions "I'm a fool, Vesper! You've brought nothing but destruction to my kingdom. You killed my brother, sent assassins to slaughter me and my twin... You're my greatest nightmare Vesper and I've vowed to kill you." Vesper's eyes welled up with tears as Keiran's pain and rage washed over her. "And yet..." Keiran's voice cracked, his sword arm trembling. "Now that I have the chance to end your life, I find myself... unable." Vesper's face contorted in a mixture of grief and desperation. "Why can't you?!" she screamed, her body shaking with sobs. Keiran's eyes met Vesper's, his voice barely above a whisper. "I think I'm foolish enough to have fallen in love with you." Vesper is the crown princess of Marlenia and Keiran, the Second Prince of Everia. For years, their kingdoms had been at war. In one of those battles, Vesper had defeated and killed the Crown Prince of Everia, the older brother of Keiran and his twin, in a one-on-one duel. This feat was considered astonishing. Keiran had vowed to his twin brother and father to avenge Orion's death and their kingdom by ending Vesper's life. But when Vesper was finally captured and Keiran was put in charge of her, he found himself drawn to her. On the night Vesper planned to escape, Keiran caught her. Torn between his oath to his brother and the love he had discovered for his sworn enemy, Keiran find himself unable to end her.
Philip001 · 4.5K Views

WHAT! I Have To Kill Heaven's Son To Live!

For as long as Reon could remember, his life had been a monotonous cycle of solitude. A loner to the core, he buried himself in his studies and part-time jobs just to get by. No family. No friends. No joy. No sorrow. Just an empty existence. But fate had other plans. Reon suddenly found himself transmigrated into the world of a novel he had read, all because of a complaint about the Protagonist. However, he wasn’t reborn as the protagonist, a powerful supporting character or even a notable figure. No, fate had saddled him with the most pitiful role imaginable: A Villain! No, he wasn’t the villain who sparked fear to everyone or the rival who challenged the protagonist’s growth. No, he was that guy—the one who gets a single line of dialogue before being obliterated, his only purpose to highlight the hero’s strength. The kind of character readers would roll their eyes at and skip over without a second thought. Yes, he had become that kind of background character—cannon fodder, a disposable pawn, a nameless lackey serving under a third-rate villain! The worst kind of cliché—a spineless dog for a spoiled young master from a powerful family, wagging his tail at every order. The one whose destiny was to be manipulated and die a dog's death long before the main story even began. How could fate be so cruel? So petty?! But Reon wasn’t about to accept this. Not again. This time he wasn’t the Reon who had wasted away his first life. A world once confined to the pages of a novel had become his reality—a realm where strength commands respect, and the weak are trampled underfoot like insignificant ants. If this world wanted him to live like a dog and die like a stepping stone, it was dead wrong. This time, Reon resolved to live life to the fullest—to fight, to laugh, to love, to revel in the chaos of this fantasy world filled with magic, swords, and cultivation. No one would stop him from seizing his happiness. Not Fate. Not the so-called Protagonists. Not even Heaven itself. And if anyone dared to stand in his way? He would break the rules, exploit the extras, manipulate the main characters, and twist the very fabric of the story to serve his own ends. He would plunder the opportunities meant for the protagonist, destroy threats before they could rise, and rewrite his destiny with his own hands—whatever it took to carve out his path to survive. Would the main characters suffer? Who cares? Would the story change? Even better. This time, he would live without regrets. A glass of wine in one hand, a woman in the other, and unshakable strength beneath his feet. That was the plan… until the system arrived. . . . [Ding! The Host has awakened the Heaven Plundering System! If the host wishes to survive in this world, he must kill Heaven’s Child.] . . . WHAAT! . . . --------------------WARNING------------------- . . . . If you prefer a dense, shy, beta, submissive protagonist, then this novel is not for you. Here, the main character will be Domineering, Ruthless, Calm, Intelligent, Cunning, and Alpha-type—caring only for his loved ones while remaining cold toward the rest of the world. Additionally, female leads will be Strong, Intelligent, and Loyal—not merely waiting for the main character to come and rescue them like a fairytale prince. The harem in this story will be large, with each member being capable and equally important to the plot. Every character will have their own significance and development, contributing meaningfully to the story. . . . NO NTR!! NO YURI!! NO FUTA!! NO YAOI!! . . . [There will be smut scenes in later chapters, it will be marked as (R-18) beside the headline. Minors, please exercise caution.] . . . °°°°The story will unfold at a slower pace, so I encourage fellow Daoists to be patient and support me on this journey. If you have any suggestions or ideas, feel free to share them in the comments. I will consider adding them if I find them truly good.°°°°
MysticWanderer · 119.7K Views
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