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A single beam of light could annihilate the world, a single blade of grass could sever the stars. Shen Qing transmigrated to a magnificent universe where immortals and mortals coexisted, becoming a lowly hunter. With the help of the Water Ink Panel, Shen Qing could endure the refinement of Qi-Blood and cultivate a hundred techniques. A technique, after a thousand hammerings, could border on art, and an art, after a hundred refinings, could border on Dao. From the common Bow Technique of rural hunting, to the Sky-Patrolling Sun Shooting Bow Technique; From the Nine Skills, which nourished and trained Qi and Blood, to the undying Six Paths of Reincarnation Technique; From the outward release of strength in Wind Defying Finger, to the Qi that suppressed mountains and rivers with the Eight Desolate Annihilation Seal; From enduring the refinement of Qi-Blood, he embarked on a difficult path of seeking Dao; to commanding the skies, with the divine might as if overseeing a prison, having mastered the balance of the six realms. It was only when Shen Qing looked back that he realized he had unwittingly become the supreme ruler above ten thousand Daos, an unparalleled True Monarch!

He was the king of the battlefield, and the strongest instructor! He had trained countless kings of soldiers, all waiting for his command! The return of the legendary instructor to the city marked the beginning of a monstrous and legendary life!

Ranma di reinkarnasi ke dunia crossover anime sebagai Kamijou Touma, bagaimana nasib Ranma yang sebelumnya penuh dengan kekacauan menjadi jauh lebih kacau di dunia yang baru? Tokoh dari banyak anime lain juga akan muncul di novel ini!

After three years of secret marriage, she still showed no signs of pregnancy. Her mother-in-law scolded her for being a chicken that couldn't lay eggs, and her sister-in-law called her a jinx. She thought her husband would stand by her, but he handed her divorce papers, saying, "Let's get divorced, she's back!" After the divorce, Sheng Junlie accompanied his first love for a prenatal checkup, only to run into his ex-wife with triplets for a child checkup. He went crazy and shouted, "Whose children are they?"

From boardroom to bamboo forest, Leo’s life takes a drastic turn when he’s thrust into a cultivation world after an untimely demise. Surrounded by powerful spirit animals and guided by a snarky system, Leo must navigate the challenges of survival—sans credit cards. As he builds a base, strikes up unlikely friendships with the forest’s furry (and formidable) residents, causes some misunderstandings with the world's netizens, and starts his journey of cultivation, Leo finds that his new life isn’t just about surviving—it's about thriving. With humor, heart, and a few unexpected twists, Leo’s adventure is one wild ride from riches to runes.

When the gods grew bored of eternity, they create the Trials of Ascension....a deadly game where humanity’s strongest are summoned to compete for the ultimate prize;immortality and divine favor. But for Elias, a seemingly ordinary orphan boy chosen to join the trials, his journey ends before it even begins. He was killed in an accident before even entering the game, his soul should have been erased. Instead, Elias returns, resurrected by the power of the Aether Core....an ancient power that predates the gods themselves. The Aether Core doesn’t just bring him back...it makes him a wildcard, unbound by the rules of the divine. Now armed with forbidden powers, Elias must navigate a world of ruthless contestants, monstrous foes, and jealous gods who see him as a threat to their order. As he rises through the brutal ranks, Elias begins to uncover the truth about the Trials. The gods want him erased. The other contestants want him dead. But as Elias masters the Aether Core’s abilities.....absorbing powers from fallen foes and challenging the divine itself....he realizes the Trials aren’t just a game to survive. They’re a war to win. And Elias may be the only one capable of shattering the chains binding both mortals and immortals alike. But every victory comes at a cost, and the Aether Core whispers of a darker purpose. With every power Elias claims, he inches closer to losing himself. As rivalries turn into alliances, betrayals, and outright war, Elias must decide: Will he become humanity’s savior? Or the force that dooms them all? [Ding!] [Initializing....] [Welcome player 223] [You have been chosen!] [Welcome to the game of the gods!] ................... A.N: Well, this is my first book, reviews and feedback will be very much appreciated. Add to library and gift power stone

7/31/2024~ In the process of editing and updating my earlier chapters. I personally believe the story starts to improve and find it's way a bit more around chapter 50+. Hopefully can make some adjustments in earlier chapters when I have the time, but pacing slows down into a more measured rate as I start finding my groove. I give the content more time to breathe instead of going so fast. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In the realm of Nexaria, where elemental spirits and divine beings shape the fate of the world as a land of mortals striving to become gods against the demons of the Abyssal universe, a young boy named Lassim Vanthar embarks on an extraordinary journey of advancement, adventure and becoming a bastion for those around him in their fight against the Dragal. Born into a noble family with a legacy of Fire elemental martial prowess, Lassim possesses an unparalleled gift on his 8th birthday—a connection to two differing elemental spirits, a feat unheard of in the history of his world. A gift and a tampering of the order until now that is an omen. It is a sign of the Gods influencing the future fate of Nexaria on a more serious level. Lassim must harness the power of his dual spirits to protect his loved ones and confront the looming threat of the Abyss' encroachment on his universe, but one step at a time as he grows from just a tool of the God's to a major power as the hero of not only Nexaria, but the entire universe. Lassim faces daunting challenges, battles fierce adversaries, and unlocks the mysteries of his own destiny that has been tampered with by the Gods of this universe. How will he react and adapt to his situations? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This is my first ever novel. I’m a new author and still learning how to tell a story. Please understand that when reading. Thank you.

The ocean roared, waves surging like beasts, crashing against an ancient throne carved from blue crystal. Noel stood in the midst of the chaos, his heart pounding as voices echoed in his head. A memory surfaced—one not his own yet deeply familiar. He saw a man with a face identical to his, regal and powerful, commanding the seas with a mere flick of his hand. The man turned, his gaze piercing. "The throne of waters belongs to you now," he said, his voice calm yet heavy. "But the cost is your past, your pain, and your fears. Will you take it?" Noel woke up with a jolt, drenched in sweat. His hands trembled as he clutched his chest, struggling to slow his racing heartbeat. It was the same dream again, haunting and vivid. But Noel didn’t know the man or the throne—or why he felt both terrified and drawn to it.

Lucinda Perry, a social recluse and a workaholic, makes a pledge to herself to go all wild on her twenty-fifth birthday and even score a one night stand if she gets her long deserved promotion at work. Few days to her twenty-fifth birthday, she gets promoted to not just a higher position but to the head office in a different city. Having to spend her birthday night in a new city, she goes to the club where she meets a very handsome stranger, Thomas Hank, who offers to be her one night stand after catching a glimpse of her dare-to-do list, which included having a one night stand. Thomas Hank, after having been used by several ladies in the past, is bent on getting the lady of his dreams who would love him for himself and not his wealth. So when he meets the cute and naive Lucinda Perry at the club, he decides to keep his true identity from her and find out if she was worth keeping. ***Excerpt*** What is more entertaining than a crazy side character? Say hello to Sonia and Bryan. Sonia's heart stopped beating for a second, and then different thoughts started flying right through her head at that same time. Bryan Hank? Her celebrity crush was kneeling right in front of her and asking her to be his wife? Was he mistaking her for someone? Was it possible this was a skit, or maybe this was like one of those celebrity pranks, and there were cameras around, waiting to capture her make a fool of herself? Or perhaps she was dreaming? Sonia wondered as she looked around them, but all she saw were curious onlookers. "Please! Be my wife and make me the happiest man on Earth," He said in a very loud voice that caught the attention of everyone. Her editor who she had been waiting on for over an hour because he was trying to sign a deal with a movie producer who was interested in one of her stories, showed up at that moment, "Sonia, you know Bryan Hank?" Her editor asked in genuine surprise as he watched the scene before him. It seemed like an hour had passed since Bryan went on his knees, but it had only been a minute. Bryan knew no lady would be crazy enough to accept such a crazy proposal, and even if any were, paying her off and calling off the whole thing would be easy since all he wanted was the scandal that could come from this. The headlines were either going to be about his rejected Marriage proposal or his supposed engagement, which would be enough to let Sophia off the hook. "Yes!" Sonia said as she bobbed her head excitedly and extended her finger for him to wear her the ring. "Yes?" Bryan asked in confusion when he heard her response. "Yes! I will be your wife and make you the happiest man in the world!" Sonia said with a giggle and wiggled her fingers until Bryan slid the ring down her finger. Surprisingly the ring was her exact size, and it sat on her finger like it was made just for her. The sound of applause erupted all around them as Sonia stood up with a big smile on her face and embraced Bryan before kissing him right on the lips. Bryan was slightly taken aback by her boldness but quickly recovered since this was his game, and he had to play along. He was the one who had approached her first, after all. So when she tried to break the kiss, he held her chin and slowly nibbled on her lower lip before parting her lips with his tongue and sucked on it in a teasing manner, eliciting a moan from Sonia. Sonia felt light-headed. This was too good to be true. It just had to be a dream. How else could she explain that one moment she was seated at the lobby of a hotel waiting for her editor, and the next she was engaged to her celebrity crush and was kissing him right here in the open? (PS: Photo belongs to me. Art by @imagineTishaD)

After serving the military for countless number of wars, the Knight Ahn Uk decided it's time to put down the sword and live as a commoner. But, as the knight, it's his duty to serve for his lifetime, whether he like it or not. A discussion within the disciplinary board about his retirement leading him to a brand new job scope; a bodyguard to a young prince of the Royal Kingdom of Ki family. Underestimated by new post, Uk grabbed the opportunity with one intention; to secure his freedom from the military. Turns out, it wasn't an easy way out. Prince Min Jun is nothing but a rebellious 20-year old young prince who never follows the rules. He loves a wild lifestyle even though he's aware of his illness. Their first encounter was awkward and forceful, making the prince felt the real pressure for having a book strict bodyguard like Uk. Unknowingly, things got turned when both of them slowly willing to learn about each other after a light talk one night. Min Jun unconsciously developed a feelings for Uk, only to be dismiss coldly by the bodyguard. The young prince did whatever it takes to get close to Uk, with the aim to make the man fall for him. Things got complicated between them during the crown prince's 25th birthday celebration. Uk, who experience some odd situation suddenly wake up the next day in the private chamber of Min Jun. The worst part is the state of himself while waking up, bundle in the young prince's embrace in the most natural state. The incident causes a strain relationship between two men. Uk feels that Min Jun is taking advantage of his state, slowly drawing a thick line and avoiding Min Jun, who on the other hand, can't hide his feeling towards Uk anymore. However, after an incident that happened at Min Jun's royal resident, everything changed between them. The two realize they couldn't live without each other, thus, they started to have a relationship. At the same time, there was a news to Min Jun and his friends about an attempted murder that targetting him by an unknown entity. The team began to investigate the matter, only to unveil some sinister fact about the incident. At the same time, Min Jun and Uk's relationship was put in test due to its abnormality among the people of the era. Will they passed the test and be together despite of the judgement society? Who is the person behind the attempted murder of Min Jun and why he was the target? Everything will be answered in this book, so stay tune!

‘Am I hallucinating? Am I dying?’ Marx thought. Perhaps he was seeing visions because he was feverish and his head ached from the contusions he suffered during the crash. He blinked but the vision was still there. He saw a beautiful woman fully naked on the edge of the other side of the spring. Her slightly wavy hair with the color of copper cascaded freely down her slim waist. She raised her arms and dived cleanly into the water. Marx waited but she did not emerged from the water after sometime. Marx chuckled. “How could there be a woman in a jungle in the middle of nowhere?” He heard a growl from behind him and before he can react a big tiger pounced on him. The last thing he remembered was seeing four canines closing in and hearing a loud female voice shouting, “Khalil, stop!” … Discover how Amaya who grew up in the wild copes with the pressure and challenges of returning to the civilized world. Accompany her on her journey to find love, acceptance and recognition in the treacherous human world of betrayal and greed. *** The book cover is not mine. It is a photo of one of the most beautiful actress in my country.

In a world filled with mystery and intrigue, Kyo, an random being who has awakened by just drowning, just wants to enjoy peace and tranquility while leveling up without much trouble. However, this peaceful existence is disrupted by a weirdly childish system that accompanies them in his journey. “well, I hope this journey wouldn’t be so bad..”

Qin Jianxi transmigrated into a novel with a lot of cliches. She became the female supporting character with terrible relationships. The male lead called off their wedding, the female lead used her, and the male supporting character exacted revenge on her. She even donated her liver and kidney to her family. She was exploited in every way possible. She was such a kind person that she ended up losing everything and even died a terrible death. Now that she had become the supreme female supporting character, she had a full-on mental breakdown. Wasn't money good? Wasn't food delicious? Wasn't it nice to be alive? Why did she have to do all those things... The first time Fu Ge met Qin Jianxi, Qin Jianxi was teaching her ex-fiance a lesson. 'This woman is fierce,' he thought to himself. The second time he met her, she leaped from the fourth floor and landed perfectly on the ground. He, too had a mental breakdown. The third time he met her, she was dancing on stage. She was sweet, seductive, and wild. He had completely fallen for her. When all the jerks realized this woman was married to the wealthiest man in the country, they all had a mental breakdown. They longed for the day he would divorce her. In the end, she was the greatest researcher alive, the fastest human calculator, and the most brilliant genius in the medical field.

A desert covering most of everything I saw, my village was one of many built above the endless sand. Some of the old reminisce about the stories they held about a large group of people. They had wandered and wandered, what they had looked for was a Utopia, one where it was comfortable, a place where it was safe. I didn't wish to find a place like that, I wished for a world that was only a utopia.

When a calculating genius finds himself reborn into a brutal world of superpowers and feral beasts, he quickly learns that survival isn’t for the faint-hearted. Betrayed in his past life, he’s hardened and ruthless, a man with a mind sharp enough to see through anyone and a heart as cold as the creatures lurking in the shadows. Here, he discovers a twisted form of beast taming—one where power is wrested from the unwilling, and loyalty is earned through strength alone. In this land where the strong dominate and the weak are crushed, he starts at rock bottom, forced to claw his way up in a world teeming with monstrous beings and fierce rivals. But each failure only stirs his ambition. Uniting dark cunning with his growing powers, he tames and commands beasts others fear to even approach, binding them to his will and using them as stepping stones in his rise to dominance. As secrets unravel, he realizes he’s not just a survivor in this world—he may be its most dangerous force. For he is no hero, and in a realm that respects only power, he has every intention of bending it to his own twisted ends. What lies in the heart of a villain who tames monsters? Only one thing: the desire to rule them all.

The prince of Maldonia, Prince Artemis of House Arteides, the bear killer, the slayer of the elves is crowned King when his father Luca King Arteides dies. Aurora is a seer and a powerful witch who has yet to aknowledge her powers, only Artemis knows of it. Lucian Mithandir is in exile recruiting an army to fight Prince Castellan of house Taelin for the throne of Prophis. Artemis wants no parts of this war, but he is very aware whoever wins the war will later turn to Maldonia. Artemis has no clue that a bigger war is coming which will set out kingdoms on fire, Aurora has seen it in her dreams and it's for the Sweet Waters Throne in Maldonia. The end is uncertain but the ways are clearer, who will sit on the throne after the war to end all wars. The Bastard who's been denied his true claim to the Sweet Waters throne with the mighties fleet in the world and King Artemis of Maldonia who has Aurora and dragons breathing fire. ~ Excerpt Scene ~ "Are you ready? A dragon is not a horse my love" Aurora expressed her concerns. "The dragons are ready to be claimed, Your Grace. I think it’s the perfect time for Artodo to take the skies and be claimed. He and the King have great relationship. He just needs to understand the words that’s all. "Torgo explained while looking at both Aurora and Artemis. "I understand the words." Said Artemis. "Incendio for fire and Valar for him to fly. I know some Low Moor too." It seemed Aurora wasn’t easily convinced, "Knowing the language of our ancestors doesn’t mean you can hang on to the dragon and take to the skies, especially since you are not just practicing. You are taking the dragon to the Mines, in clear daylight." "Exactly, that is the only way we can silence Lord Leoric. I cannot let him take advantage of my sister, I have to try…" Visera interrupted. "He’s ready, I can see it in his eyes." She said with a smirk. Aurora ordered Torgo. "Bring him outside," in Low Moor. Torgo nodded and walked inside the darkened cave with a fire torch. All five dragons were inside the cave perfectly chained. He went after Artodo, the biggest of them all. The black beast, standing at forty feet from head to tail with a wingspan of twenty feet. A terrifying beast to even stare at. Artemis took two deep breaths. "According to my ancestors history, the youngest dragon rider to ever took the skies was ten years old. You’ll be fine." Aurora teased Artemis after she noticed how nervous he was. The dragon keepers placed a saddle on Artodo’s back and two strong handles made of iron and wood for Artemis to hang on to. Then, finally Aurora walked to Artodo — the black beast. She pulled in Artemis and they both touched the dragon’s right eye, soothing him before the take off. "This is your rider now Artodo, you are to obey him from this day forward to the last, as your mother commands." Aurora said this is Low Moor while the dragon hissed slowly. The dragon hissed and Aurora took it a sign that Artodo understood him. She took a step back and let Artemis take over. These two weren’t strangers to one another. Artemis’s touch wasn’t strange to Artodo and he silently lowered his left wingspan for Artemis to climb up. Carefully and slowly, Artemis mounted the black beast. It was no secret that he was scared. When he was on top of the dragon, Artemis smiled looking down and he suddenly exclaimed. "You all look like tiny bees from up here!" Aurora, Visera, Torgo and the dragon keepers laughed. Aurora walked to him and they looked at each other. Their dream finally came true; "Promise me, you’ll come back alive." Said Aurora. "I promise." "And that you will not burn the Mines to the ground. If she disagrees with you, perhaps it’s time to let her go." This was what Artemis truly needed to hear so he may stop his obsession with saving his sister. When he was ready, he shouted to Artodo. "Valar Artodo," and right there the dragon’s feet pounded the ground heavy as it prepared for takeoff.

Salvation. Sanctuary. A safe place. Somewhere he can be safe and free. Somewhere away from abuse, from his bullies, from harassment, from false judgements... from ropes... and whips... somewhere away from pain. Somewhere they will never reach him. That is what Aqueo Harp had always been wishing for. So when he finds himself dying and waking up in a world of magic, a world completely different from the one he had, he views it as a blessing in disguise. It was the thing he had been asking for—to escape from the cruel fate of an orphan like him in his previous world—a life under the mercy of a human trafficking organization that plunged him in a cycle of recurrent depression, back-and-forth at the local detention center, and other stuff that are known to be interrelated with juvenile delinquency. With that in mind, Aqueo swears to never go back to his miserable old life and live an opposite life in the new world, one that is devoid of any trouble he had in the past. But not even a full day has passed when he finds out that his fate in this new world might end up the same as his previous one. This place is also brimming with slavery and other abuse, just as dangerous as his previous world—or even worse. But there is hope, Aqueo Harp meets a water spirit and finds new friends, something he never had for a long time. With their help, Aqueo doesn't feel as hopeless anymore.

A highly ambitious attorney, Evelyn Hart, has one goal: making partner. She’s fierce, independent, and driven. But she has little room for anything outside her career, let alone romance. That is, until Grayson Blackwell — a successful, wildly handsome, and notorious lawyer from a competing firm — joins her firm under mysterious circumstances. Their chemistry is undeniable, but so is their rivalry. Both find themselves competing for the same coveted partner spot, with their boss setting them against each other. Evelyn and Grayson’s fiery clashes in the courtroom and boardroom only heighten the tension simmering between them. Despite their best efforts, they find themselves drawn together by an electric, unstoppable passion they can’t ignore. As they find themselves in a heated affair, Evelyn starts noticing things that don’t quite add up about Grayson. Secrets unfold, and she realizes he has a hidden agenda that could bring her career — and heart — crashing down. But what happens when she discovers Grayson is battling between his ambitions and a growing desire to risk everything for her?

in complete story, a fun experiment into poly and bdsm, mixing of different points of view focusing just on two main characters.

In a world where magic is a weapon and trust is a luxury, **Lucian**, a college freshman, suffers from bullying and emotional crises while grappling with the loss of his mother. Haunted by betrayal from someone he cherished, his longing for connection becomes the first step in his transformation, thrusting him into a perilous new reality. Lucian finds himself in the body of **seventeen-year-old Dominic**, a boy tormented by relentless bullying yet harboring ambitions of his own. As he navigates this treacherous “Other Realm,” he discovers unsettling parallels between their lives. In this world, the revered **Emperea Empire** teeters on the brink of chaos, with rival royals vying for the crown. This is no ordinary war; it’s a deadly game where betrayal is merely another path to power. Nicholas, the vengeful crown prince, returns to reclaim what is rightfully his, while *Daphne*, a mysterious royal with her own dark secrets, prepares to stake her claim. As Lucian, now bearing the name Dominic, strives for a better future, he embraces his new identity and becomes a cunning strategist, determined to survive in the ruthless royal court. With alliances forged and shattered, love tested, and enemies emerging from the shadows, Lucian must confront an internal battle: will he surrender to the cold persona vying for control, or will he fight to preserve the compassion that defines him? In the savage Wilds, where ambition knows no bounds, he must navigate a dangerous landscape of betrayal and intrigue. As war looms on the horizon, Lucian must decide what he is willing to sacrifice for survival. *In this battle for the throne, no one is safe—and only the strongest will emerge victorious.*

Cavannah Sylus, a high school modern teen with an enviable life anyone would wish for, came to an early demise the day her white-lotus stepsister pushed her down a cliff. Never would it occur to Cavannah, that fate would smile on her and she would be reincarnated in a different world. Reincarnated in a semi-modern world where humans were a victim of ancient slavery with blood-sucking fiends, Demons and vampires as the rulers. Not only that but also family ranking was common in this strange world. Cavannah Sylus awakened in the body of Seyan Murin, the uselessly unfavored vampire child and lastborne of the Murins, the third-ranked family in Legalese City. She had professed her undying love to the famous indifferent and brutal prince of Legalese City, Zenith Asmodeus. Repaying her love, she was rejected and poisoned then left in a dungeon to fend for herself. However, with her awakening, her change began, becoming the invincible eloquent aristocrat with the will to snag everyone’s eye. But what happens when the indifferent Prince, Zenith who hates women develops an interest in her? To his surprise, Seyan who was obsessed with him now avoids him like a plaque reeking of death. However, what happens when her lover from the past appears in this strange world? Will the famous brutal Royal prince, Zenith let her go? Or will he toil to get what belongs to him?

Ciel is a talented investigator with the Rockport Investigators Guild. She has one goal, to get herself and her girlfriend out of the city. However life and death wants to perpetually get in the way.

Aaron is a loser. Fired from his third dead-end job in two months, his life is a string of failures, missed opportunities, and sarcastic commentary about how much the universe seems to hate him. His dream? To make it big in the entertainment industry. His reality? A life spent delivering pizzas, watching others succeed while he barely scrapes by. But everything changes when a freak accident transports him to Nostoria, a parallel world where the entertainment industry is barely emerging. Armed with a mysterious power that gives him supernatural luck—but in the most unpredictable ways—Aaron suddenly finds himself in a position to reshape this world’s entertainment scene with the knowledge and skills from his old life. In a world that needs visionaries, Aaron must rise from being a cynical underachiever to the greatest star Nostoria has ever seen. But with his trademark sarcasm, epic blunders, and misfortune following him at every step, will his newfound luck be enough to turn him into the superstar he’s always dreamed of becoming? Or is he doomed to fail spectacularly in this new world, just like he did in the old one?

Lilith was just an ordinary high school student, until a single step sent her spiraling into a new world where nothing is as it seems. Suddenly thrust into a realm filled with beastmen and mysterious dangers, she discovers she is no longer human but a falcon beast woman with wings she can’t control. When a fierce panther beast man named Leo rescues her from a brutal attack, Lilith is taken to his village to uncover the truth about her transformation. As she struggles to adapt to her new reality, Lilith must navigate her growing powers, an unfamiliar world, and the looming secrets that could change everything. Will she learn to soar, or will the wilds of this strange land swallow her whole?

‘“You killed him. It’s your fault!” San started crying and shaking, his stomach was trying to fly out of his body. His mind was trying to destroy him. It would be better if he died there too. It would be better if he died.’ Yang Shan moved to Hong Kong with his parents after surviving a disaster. He left his past behind and ran away, carrying his trauma with him. But after joining the eSports team Zhu Long, he had to face himself and others. He couldn’t and that was when he met Kim Hyunyeong, a kind stranger that helped him. Both shared similar experiences, but Shan’s burden was too heavy even for Hyun, so he left. Will they be able to continue where they left off or will there be only silence at the end?

“It’s Duke Raymond, oh my god he looks so handsome in white!!” a lady exclaimed. Just hearing this warning bell Eloise, peered to the right. A beautiful man dressed completely in white tux walked confidently into the ballroom. His black eyes wandered amongst the crowd, searching for a certain someone. {‘Why is he here!!’} Eloise bit her lips anxiously. {‘Either way, lets run before he catches me,’} she pulled up her fluffy ruffle skirt to her knees and ran like the wind. All of a sudden she felt her skirt being pulled from behind. “How audacious of you to pull a lady’s skirt,” she shouted and pulled without taking a glance back. “My, my, I think I stepped on a cockroach, what shall I do? Shall I roast it for tainting my shoes or should I chop its head off,” a hoarse voice jokingly said from behind. {‘Shit, I’m dead,’} she glanced back in slow motion. “This..... My lord, can you let go of my skirt,” she pointed to his foot that was firmly stepping on the bottom of her skirt. “Why not, I am just expressing my emotions to the lady who expressed ardent feeling to me in her letters,” he said with a smug smirk. The crowd gasped. “She wrote him a love letter!! That shameless wrench,” some lady shouted out loud. Hearing this, Eloise’s eyelid twitched, “sir... no, Lord, I think you misunderstood. I was only expressing my heartfelt gratitude with my ‘thank you’ letter,” she enunciated each word. The duke chuckled. “Oh is that so,” he strode closer having a tight grip on her skirt, “are the words bat-shit-bastard, ring a bell. I read it in your letter,” Eloise gritted her teeth, {‘so you plan to use my word against me, huh? We’ll see who wins,’} she stepped to his side, showing her back to the entire crowd. “MY LORD! Where are you touching me?!” Suddenly she shouted, gasping her bosom. “How audacious of you. I RESPECTED YOU SIR!! How could you do this,” she screamed and ran away while he was frozen in shock. The entire ball room was in disarray. “Lord Raymond is a pervert!!”

"You're mine," Zale growled, his breath hot against Soren's ear. "Every breath, every moan. No one else will ever have you like this." He thrust deeper, claiming his mate with primal intensity. "Feel that?" he hissed, nails digging into Soren's back. "That's the mark of my possession. You're never escaping me." His eyes glowed with a feral light as he pulled Soren closer, their bodies moving in a fierce, rhythmic dance. **** Zale is a snobbish wolf with severe anger issues. Soren, a tiger shifter, is the only medicine for Zale's issues that affect him because of their childhood connection. Regardless of that connection, their relationship was nothing to brag about; it was more akin to that of a master and a pet. Zale, the domineering master who seeks to destroy everything, particularly his loved ones, once triggered. And Soren, who is in charge of all his tantrums. He's a good pet, that's for sure. "If you want me, desire me, even only in the form of a pet. Then you'll get all of me, and I'll make sure of it.” (I don't own the picture on the cover)