Zeno Bodyguards

[Webnovel Spirity Awards 2025 Entry] In a world of magic and machines, Blaine Lionheart had been proclaimed a once-in-a-lifetime genius since he was still just a child. Born to the Legendary Warrior who had earned himself the moniker of 'Supreme Sword', Blaine was seemingly destined for greatness from the moment he first opened his eyes. He awakened to his unique Mana Art at the age of eight and entered the Kingdom's Royal Guard at the age of twelve. However, despite all of this... There was one thing that the boy genius could never do. Protect the people he cared about. No matter how hard he tried... Everyone he cared about would slowly slip through his hands, with him powerless to save them. And now that he's being reassigned to be the princess's bodyguard... Blaine can only hope that history doesn't repeat itself. No... He wouldn't let it! ____________________________________ (The following is for AFTER CHAPTER 66 IS LIVE) +5 reviews = +1 extra chapter +100 GT = +1 extra chapter These numbers may be changed or tweaked in the future. I'll start keeping a tally now and add the extra chapters later. ____________________________________ Hello, this is the author here! Please give my new story a read! Comments and reviews would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for supporting my book! Discord Server Link: https://discord.gg/dNYtjKM63v (This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places and incidents either are products of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual events or locales or persons, living or dead, is entirely coincidental)

Miss Chi Yu of the Chi family has been plagued with misfortune since birth. She has endured car accidents, kidney failure, and experts predicted she wouldn’t live past eighteen. Fortunately, those around her dote on her excessively, indulging her bad temper and pampering her into a spoiled princess. However, one day she accidentally opens a book and discovers that she is actually an adopted child of the Chi family, meant to serve as a scapegoat for the true heiress, the real Miss Chi born on the same day, month, and year as her. They elevated her to the clouds, subjected her to public scorn and hatred, all to later declare that the “innocent” girl was the true heiress once she was gone. Desperate to change her fate, Chi Yu finds herself thwarted by a mysterious force—destined to die on her eighteenth birthday. In her despair, Chi Yu turns dark. If she’s doomed to die a wretched death, then no one else will have a peaceful life! She becomes increasingly ruthless and arrogant, forcing her deceitful assistant to apologize on his knees and disrupting her uncle’s multi-million-dollar deal. They are furious, enraged, and helpless. If they want the kitchen maid’s daughter to survive, they cannot touch her. Everyone hates her, except for the newly hired bodyguard who brainlessly defends her to the end. “Miss, you’re spot on, brilliant, and absolutely infuriating!” Chi Yu: Although he seems a bit foolish, he’s quite endearing, isn’t he? As her eighteenth birthday approaches and she resigns herself to her grim fate, a prominent family from the capital arrives, claiming their lost daughter…

Dove Sterling, an eighteen year old Heiress of one of the biggest Beauty companies in the country. She, one day, under an influence of a drug, given to her by a 'friend' by trick, she spends a night with a complete stranger, whom she doesn't even remember. But days later, why she tries to forget about it, and wants to move on with life, her life comes to a screeching half, when she finds out that she is pregnant! And if all this was any less of a problem, a bunch of people were always on her toes! Waiting for every opportunity to see her suffer. But Dove? she wouldn't ever let them have this luxury. Dante Lancaster, the owner of the world's largest security firm, and the heir of one of the richest families, finds himself head over heels with the unknown woman he had spent his first night with. She was almost itched into his mind. But a thunder broke above his head, when he finds out that, the girl was none other than the granddaughter of his saviour. Someone, he respected dearly. But that did not lessen his craze for her. He was obsessed. And then he learnt that she was pregnant with his child! And that was the moment, that he swore to make her his. But life happened, and things spiralled in such ways, that Dove went abroad, giving birth to her son there, while Dante kept fighting his demons, while keeping an eye on her. And after three years... Fate happened in such ways, that he had to protect her and he incharge of her and her son's safety. So will our Male Lead be able to use his chance and make the woman of his dreams all his, by heart and soul, while the little 'Mommy's protector' doesn't give him a break! His own son is being a trouble for him! Dante had a headache coming from his own blood

An ordinary martial arts youth stumbles upon a strange adventure, transforming from a nobody to a winner, dominating the school! Same story, same passion, stay tuned!

The strongest King of Soldiers returns to the city of flowers, becoming his fiancée's cohabiting bodyguard!

[The hottest urban novel of 2022] To save someone, a poor boy unexpectedly acquired Dragon Blood as a body fortifier and even slept with a beautiful female CEO. By a twist of fate, he became the bodyguard of this female CEO, thus beginning a journey of an incredible turnaround. Female CEO, "Come to my room tonight to discuss work." Long Fei, "Are you trying to kill me? Discussing work every single day for a month, can't you give me a break?"

He is the emperor of the dark night—cruel and indifferent, rejecting the warmth of women's affection. He ensnared her, viewing her as the antidote to the love poison that coursed through him, instantly addicted, and henceforth, forever beyond redemption. "The women who have glimpsed my body have only one destiny," he declared, donning a refined silver-black mask, his smile sly. "Yet, I find your scent intriguing. You may choose the manner of your demise." Their first encounter saw him pinning her to the carpet. Though commonplace advances typically involved various kisses, he surprised her by biting her neck. The perplexing question lingered: Why was he, not a vampire, drinking her blood?! Upon their second meeting, she fell prey to his bodyguard's abduction, brought before him. As she teetered on the brink of total consumption, a mysterious factor within her body was triggered...

"Listen up, my obedient disciple, it's time for you to descend from this mountain. Your master has arranged a marriage for you with a stunning beauty, and it's quite a steal!" With those words, the master absconded with the dowry, leaving Lin Chen feeling both aggrieved and furious. Determined, he descended the mountain to find his betrothed. However, fate had other plans, as he was waylaid on the road by a captivating woman who insisted he play the role of her fake boyfriend. To make matters even more bewildering, this woman bore an uncanny resemblance to his intended bride!

After a shocking reincarnation, our hero opens her eyes to a new (and messy) world the last thing she remembers is reading Lady Viper’s Vow, a dark fantasy novel about a cruel, misunderstood villainess and her path of doom. But when our protagonist finds herself reborn right in the heart of an attack, she's moments away from a second, way-too-soon death. Just as she's about to face the end, a mysterious “system” pops up with a single mission: Level Up or Die Trying. It’s bossy, snarky, and her new best friend. As she levels up into a borderline-cheater powerhouse, she discovers her fate isn't to be a hero, a princess, or even a sorceress, but to protect the one person no one ever expected her to side with: the villainess herself.

They weren't scared of ten thousands, they were just scared of one person, Mutaz. In a world where the strongest rule, sitting on the throne of mafia king was Mutaz's father however, the path of mafias and the strong is very deadly thus soon, Titan empire fell into total destruction upon the mafia king's fall. As though that was not enough, the only heir to the throne was declared dead a day after the father was laid to rest. From then on, Titan empire ceased to exist. But who said the dead can not return for retaliation? Orcel Salami undertook the task of finding a bodyguard for her daughter, after a narrow escape from abduction. Yet who could have thought, in the future she would be the one saying "Stay away from my daughter Mutaz Titan"

Chiara has never been wanted. Everyone thought of her as a burden and waste of space all her life. When an opportunity presented itself to prove her worth, she eagerly grabbed it. Little did she know that her choice would strip her freedom away and chain her to be the wife and property of Adrian, Alpha of the Galway Pack. A loveless marriage and a cruel husband she can't escape away from, finding her fated mate is now a distant fantasy for her. That was until another alpha bulldozed his way into her life and forced her to take the reigns of her fate once more. Lance is a rogue alpha on the run for over a decade. Blamed for the death of his former pack, he tried to start a new life away from the city and other wolves. However, he's eventually caught by the Galway Pack and offered a second chance as a personal bodyguard for the Alpha's wife. It is a sin for him to set his eyes on Chiara, much more to fall in love with the pack alpha's mate, but his wolf and heart have other things to say. An omega in a gilded cage and a rogue alpha chained by his past sins... can Chiara and Lance find the courage to carve their own paths, or will they simply be swept away by the raging river of fate?

Being pulled through a portal hidden in the bathroom at work? Check. Being mistaken for a prince? Check. Accidentally (but not really) summoning a demon king? Check. Stumbling headfirst into a world of magic, political intrigue, and strange dreams? Check, check, check. When he went to work a few days before his twentieth birthday, Perry never expected to be pulled through a portal into an impossible world where magic, demons, and gods are real. He also didn't expect to be kidnapped by a blood cult. And then have to battle undead warriors. And then to be kidnapped. Again. It's been a long few days for Perry, but resting is not in his future plans. Especially after he ends up unknowingly summoning a demon king who insists on being his bodyguard. For some reason. Seriously, what does a guy have to do to get some peace and quiet around here? _____________________________________________________________ This book is filled with shenanigans and questionable choices that lead to very predictable consequences (that are quietly ignored by our main characters). It's meant to be fun and light with some serious moments sprinkled in between, and with a slow burn romance between a somewhat clueless prince and an overprotective demon king. Hope you enjoy it!

Luo Chen woke up and discovered that he had transmigrated to a parallel world that was a hodgepodge of various online novels. This world was filled with all kinds of proud sons of destiny. Besides that, there were also the son-in-law of the Dragon King who remained hidden, the War God of the North who returned to Central, the bodyguard of the school beauty, the reborned Immortal Master who currently resided in the city and the descendant of the divine physician who emerged from the deep mountains. On the other hand, Luo Chen became an antagonist from one of the novels. From the start, he had to go through the plot where the female protagonist broke off their marriage engagement with him. Thankfully, he activated the God-tier Choice System. [Option 1: Beg the girl to stay. Reward: Cancel your identity as the antagonist.] [Option 2: Seize the initiative to break off the engagement. Reward: 10 pulls.] Luo Chen chose Option 2 without hesitation, becoming the greatest antagonist of destiny! He refused to be wrapped around the little finger of the protagonist. In this life, he would become the protagonist, driving the latter into a corner.

After her parents passed away, all of her family's inheritance was taken away by her uncle. Daisy, who used to be a rich, young lady, fell on hard times and was forced to marry one of the family's bodyguards. Steven, who was the Wilson Family's best, treated her coldly and arrogantly all day long. Suddenly one day, she discovered that the heir to the Martinez Family looked exactly like her husband. Daisy asked,"Honey, are you brothers with him?" Steven replied without a change in his expression,"I have nothing to do with such a playboy. Look at me,wife, don't look at him. How can that pretty boy compare to your handsome husband?"

Daniel was a Game Designer who live an ordinary life. He was killed on a day when it should be the happiest day of his life as he was so close to publishing his card game. Lured to his death by his girlfriend. He become a sacrifice of some kind of ritual and died. He then got resurrected for an unknown reason along with getting the power to actualize all of the cards in his card game to the real world. Whether it was the spell, Artifact, or even a powerful creature! All can be actualized! Are you a mage and a genius Artificer? I have a Forbidden Tome of Artificing of the lost civilization. Are you interested? If so, become my pupil then! Are you a Vampire lord and the head of the most powerful vampire clan in the modern world? Now, where I kept that Legendary Vlad Dracula-The First Ancestor of The Vampire card? The holy warrior from the Vatican knocking on my door? How about meeting my bodyguard? Michaela-Defender of The Faith. (Female version of Michael) Did someone just summon an all-powerful Demon and sent it to kill me? They even sacrifice thousands of mage souls and many priceless treasures to do that. Let's test my common spell card. The almighty [Unsummon] spell! Good luck in summoning that thing again! With this power, Daniel will take his revenge on whoever did this to him and create his own empire. His magic civilization!

Abigail Walham never wanted a bodyguard because she thinks she don't need one not knowing her father had a deal with a dangerous mafia who wanted Abigail in return

   In a world divided by realms, each brimming with vibrant cultures and lurking dangers, siblings Emilia and Pasta set out to experience the thrill of an adventure before returning home. Accompanied by their bodyguard, a renowned swordsman, they venture across lands on the brink of war, where ambition and the lust for power threaten to consume everything. And who else can stop this but three quirky adventurers?  As the trio navigate mysterious lands and encounters both allies and adversaries, the swordsman must protect his charges while confronting the shadows of his past.

In a universe where mortals, divine beings, and immortals coexist yet remain separated by the veil of power and mystery, Amresh is born into an extraordinary legacy. His parents and elder sister, revered and feared across realms, wield power so immense that even the gods tremble at their names. From a young age, Amresh is entrusted with a mystical ring—an ancient artifact endowed with unimaginable abilities by his powerful parents. Unknown even to his family, the ring is a gateway to hidden realms, holding the secrets of space, time, and an inexhaustible well of knowledge spanning martial arts, formation techniques, medicine, and alchemical wonders. As Amresh embarks on his journey, he must first master the mortal world, learning the art of cultivation and unlocking the latent potential within himself. Along the way, he meets Reshma, a stunningly beautiful and fiercely loyal bodyguard who becomes his secret love and steadfast companion. Together, they navigate the perils of mortal existence, their bond growing stronger with every challenge they face. Driven by destiny and the desire to reunite with his celestial family, Amresh ventures beyond the mortal realm into the divine world—a realm of celestial politics, ethereal battles, and ancient mysteries. Here, he unravels the true power of his ring, discovering that it is not merely a tool but an extension of his very soul. Within the ring lies a hidden tower—a repository of lost wisdom that could shift the balance of power across all worlds. In the final phase of his odyssey, Amresh crosses into the immortal realm, where time stands still and the legacy of his powerful lineage is fully revealed. Amidst cosmic confrontations and battles that echo through eternity, Amresh must harness every facet of the ring’s power and his own burgeoning strength to protect his loved ones, honor his heritage, and safeguard the entire universe from an encroaching darkness. Eternal Convergence: The Chronicles of the Celestial Ring is a sweeping saga of epic proportions—a tale of love, duty, and the relentless pursuit of hidden truths. It is a journey where the boundaries between mortal, divine, and immortal blur, and where true power emerges not solely from strength, but from the heart’s unwavering resolve.

I hired a bodyguard. I never expected to fall for him. The threats started small—anonymous notes, unsettling phone calls—but soon, they became impossible to ignore. As CEO, I can’t afford weakness, so I do the logical thing: hire the best protection money can buy. Enter Adrian Black. Six-foot-three, black hair, piercing brown eyes, and a body sculpted by years of combat training. In his tailored black suit, he looks every bit the ruthless protector he’s meant to be. Cold. Professional. Untouchable. But beneath that hard exterior, there’s something more. Something dangerous. The way he looks at me—like he sees through my every defense—sends shivers down my spine. And when he touches me, just once, I know I’m in trouble. I shouldn’t want him. I can’t afford to need him. But as danger closes in, Adrian is the only thing standing between me and the unknown enemy hunting me. And when the truth about him finally comes to light, I’ll have to decide what’s more dangerous—the threats against my life… or the man I’m falling for.

Xiao Yuzhe was always considered useless. Though he had many who would say they knew him, no one ever truly did. Many said he was weird,those who were close to him called him ill, but he only knew them as blind. At first he tried to open the eyes of those he loved, until embarrassment flared their egos and only arrogance prospered. He gave up and lived in isolation even amongst his peers, and slowly everyone around him disappeared. He stayed kind to them but it was all a front for the truth he knew they couldn't handle and which he kept secret, and yet his heart grew cold as a result. In the end he knew no love, had no care, and his heart grew empty. Until the day that he died...

“What's done is done! Let's just forget it!” He said and acted nonchalantly, even though he was cowering in fear because something was telling him that the stranger in front of him didn't intend to let go. The man's frown increases and Hayden swears that the temperature in the room increases multiple times. After winning over his heart and stealing his first, this boy wanted to avoid responsibility, which made Zenos annoyed. “You want to run away from me?” He asked in annoyance, and suddenly Hayden found himself under the man without even knowing how. “I'm just…” Hayden wasn't able to finish his words before he was domineeringly kissed by the stranger. Zenos used his left hand to pin Hayden's hand on top of Hayden's head effortlessly. Hayden tried to struggle and blocked the stranger's tongue from dominating his mouth by pressing his lips against each other stubbornly, but the man unexpectedly bit Hayden's bottom lips, making Hayden yelp in pain. The man used that chance to clean all the taste of strawberries in Hayden's mouth, while his right hand continued to stroke Hayden's body wantonly. When Hayden was starting to go dizzy due to shortness of breath, he was released by the man's assault. He breathed in and out rapidly and thanked heaven for the chance to live again. “You can't run away from me… You are mine” Zenos growled into Hayden's neck possessively. Hayden felt a shiver run through his spine after hearing the stranger's words. His breath hitched as the man licked his earlobe and kissed his neck with extreme familiarity, domineeringly. “Mine,” the stranger proclaimed again. The stranger gave a low curse word and rolled off Hayden's shivering sensitive body, “I'll spare you because you're still in pain. You won't be as lucky next time” he said and lifted Hayden's chin to peck him one more time while Hayden stared dumbfounded. Cover isn't mine, found online My new bl novel is out: The Journey Of Chasing After The Transmigrated Straight Shou

Be sure to join the official HTWQ Discord server for news on the novel, direct updates, polls, & exclusive rewards such as original illustrations: https://discord.gg/pxMTZp9f5j You can donate to the novel: https://ko-fi.com/camillejuteau Growing up as a slave in the Halloween Kingdom, Junk had been a prisoner for as long as he could remember. Born without a healthy nor stable body, he might have been the weakest of all the Minotaurs. Managing to finally escape the confines of his prison cell, the beast wanders the Kingdom’s dangerous roads. His body and soul slowly and painfully withering into nothingness until he miraculously runs into one final chance—the fallen Witch Queen—Lady September Autumn who had just recently been dethroned of her royal title. She provides him the opportunity to remain alive. Keeping his body and soul intact by feeding him with her royal, sacred Queen milk. Of course, this is no act of charity. She asks for his services in return. In exchange for harvesting her milk, Junk must become her loyal servant and bodyguard fulfilling whatever she commands: including hunting down and defeating all of those responsible for her dethronement. Refuse, and no more milk. No more milk, and the Minotaur will be doomed to perish once more. So a symbiotic relationship is formed. However, the ex-prisoner has something in mind for his powerful new Queen. Harvesting the bitch herself! Ultimately corrupting her into his breeding-slut when the time is right and birthing an army of monsters to re-take the kingdom for himself instead. Together, they are marching through this ghoulish and spooky fantasy world plagued with undead, spirits, demons, werewolves, vampires, demonic Gods and far worse! . . . [ Tags ] R-18 | Mature | Adult | Smut | Harem | Ecchi | Hentai | NSFW | Blowjob | Anal | Sex | Threesome | Foursome | Hardcore | Thick | Thicc | Milf | Gilf | Young & Mature | Choking | Out doors | Bdsm | Fetish | Dual Cultivation | Action | Demon | Weak to Strong MC | Antihero | Comedy | Wise . . . Discord link: https://discord.gg/Vx9zZqB5Ny Donations: https://ko-fi.com/camillejuteau https://www.patreon.com/camillejuteau If you have any question or hate mail: seishihentai@gmail.com Thank you for all the awesome feedback.

Hua Yanrou is no ordinary woman. A trained assassin since birth, her mission alongside her partner, Jia Xin, was clear: infiltrate the royal palace, eliminate the emperor, and steal a priceless gemstone. Posing as servants in noble households, they worked their way into the lives of two powerful princes—Lei Chen, the Second Prince, and Lei Feng, the Sixth Prince—all while keeping their deadly secrets. But after carrying out their mission and striking the emperor down, things don't go as planned. Captured and on the brink of death, Hua Yanrou and Jia Xin activate a poison to protect their identities… only to wake up in the future. Now, Hua Yanrou finds herself in the body of a fragile 16-year-old servant girl, her assassin's instincts clashing with the unfamiliarity of the modern age. Alone, disoriented, and desperate to find Jia Xin, she takes on a new role: the bodyguard of a mysterious Young Master. But the longer she stays, the harder it becomes to leave. The deeper she becomes entangled in her new life, the more she realizes something unsettling about the young master: he is reincarnation of the Sixth Prince, Lei Chen.  Why were they sent to this strange new world? What power lies hidden in the gemstone they risked everything for? And when past and present collide, will Hua Yanrou's deadly skills be enough to protect her secrets—or her heart? One thing is certain: in this new world, survival demands more than just cleverness. It requires the courage to face truths buried in time.

Song Cheng Xian is a famous Korean artist. He was born in South Korea to mainland parents and is one of the top five entrepreneurs in South Korea. In college, he was studying at the University of Singapore and met his girlfriend of six years, Mi Xueer. He loves her very much. In the third year, Chengxian took Xueer to Busan and proposed to her, but she rejected him. Afterwards, due to work and separation, Xueer proposed to break up. However, Chengxian never forgot her. They have not forgotten each other. In order to find out about Chengxian, Xueer went to work in Busan. She works at her father's seafood stall. Cheng Xian was filming there and met her again. However, An Zaikang, the vice president of Busan's largest group, also likes her. Because Jae Kang wanted to have Xueer, he kidnapped Chengxian and forced Xueer to marry him. A year later, Xueer and Zai Kang got married. On the wedding day, Chengxian rescue Xueer and injured Zai Kang. Chengxian was acquitted and convicted in Shanghai prison for 5 years. Xueer lost all her memories after the mishap and went to Shanghai to work at her mother company, Li enterprise, one of the top 5 biggest companies in Shanghai. Chengxian spend peacefully in Shanghai qingpu prison for the past four years till the second last day of his sentence, he was beaten up badly and was acid-scarred by Thomas bodyguards in the Prison. His lower right leg was scarred badly and his right face near his eye was scarred and cut deeply. The bodyguard also forced acid down Chengxian throat. Chengxian was in coma for close to half a year. He lost his right leg, his right face disfigured and he almost lost his voice and he was poisoned for few years damaging his stomach and liver. Within this five years, Thomas chased Xueer, but he did not realised that she have regain all her memories on the third year when Chengxian is still in prison. She try to be close to him to get evidences against Thomas Jiang. After Chengxian regain his consciousness, he became very depressed and frequently have side effects of the poison, occasionally have headaches and vomiting blood. He secretly follow Xueer to see her. His parents tried their best to find a famous tcm doctor at Huang Shan.

Shadow of Glory is an epic dark fantasy tale, where the fates of heroes and villains intertwine in a deadly conflict for power and survival. In a world ruled by dead gods and corrupt nobles, Lodtrack, a peasant prodigy in combat, faces forces beyond his understanding. Despite being chosen as the bodyguard of the future lord, Leonor, his destiny will be marked by betrayal, internal struggles, and a dark power that threatens to consume everything he knows. When a bloody war and the assassination of the emperor unleash total chaos, Lodtrack must navigate through broken alliances, hidden secrets, and ancient enemies. Alongside Leonor and a group of unexpected allies, he will confront demons, treacherous elves, and the threat of an ancient power that controls the fate of all. But in this world where light and shadow blend, even the bravest heroes must face the darkness within themselves. In Shadow of Glory, each victory is a condemnation, and every sacrifice could be the key to changing the fate of the empire… or destroying it entirely.

I traveled inside a woman who is hot and rich and is a big actres. only to discover that her husband lives as her bodyguard, he seem to be dumb and acts like a child while I met a child and he seem to be my child? but why does my son calls a maid as his mom and and don't even recognize me....just what is happening in my life

LGBT - BL OMEGAVERSE 18+ The Wyne family is a famous wealthy family in Zondalian, a country famous for its progress in the eyes of the world. And their main heir is a handsome man named Daren Harry Wyne. Unfortunately, Daren was born as an Omega who always made trouble until his parents were fed up and annoyed with their own son's behavior. Until one day, a bodyguard is hired to watch over Daren from all sorts of dangers. Both from outside and from Daren himself. "Bodyguard, again? You've got to be kidding me. I can protect myself! I don't need an Alpha to protect me!" However, Daren realized that there was something different about his new bodyguard. There was something he was hiding. Something he couldn't reveal. "Who are you, Mr. Bodyguard?" Kill Me Protect Me, Mr. Bodyguard.

Calista volkov , younger daughter of volkov's , her mom hates her since childhood , when Calista was child she found out that her mom have a affair with other man and she tell her other family members about it. In the big family Calista always stay alone, no one wants to see her face and talk to her , she make her own way to shine in the black room . she follows her dream and became a model in the age of 20 and also win her first award at 22 , slowly she start designing her dress by herself and she becomes a international famous model , desiner, and everyone's favourite influencer. she build her own brand JG collection , and she also help her family in their business. everything is going well , until she find out her fiance is cheating on her........... the unexpected things is now she is going to marry with Alex meadows, a contract marriage. a man who hate her most ....... what will we happen with calista ?........... or a man take her , who truly love her , her bodyguard, Jeremy Larsen who will win ..... the love or the revenge

Asher was born a nameless orphan in the slums, surviving on scraps until a fateful encounter with the mysterious Shadow Court—an underground network of assassins and spies who rule the kingdom from the shadows. Trained to be a weapon, Asher rises through the ranks, earning the title of “The Shadow King,” a figure who is feared yet unseen. When King Alaric, the young and charismatic ruler of the kingdom, discovers the Shadow Court’s influence, he makes a daring proposition: instead of killing him, Asher will serve as his personal bodyguard and spy within the court, bound by a deadly oath. What begins as a game of manipulation and power turns into a battle of hearts. Alaric’s idealism clashes with Asher’s ruthless pragmatism, yet their undeniable attraction grows in the midst of assassination attempts, betrayal, and looming war. But the Shadow Court does not forgive traitors, and Asher’s past may destroy the fragile bond forming between them. Will Asher protect the king he’s sworn to kill—or will his loyalty to the shadows consume them both?