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[mature//no rape] At the age of 14, Eiravyne had endured a life-altering burn inflicted by her father, a punishment she believed was a manifestation of her own inadequacies: her perceived lack of beauty, worth, and intellect. It wasn’t until a horrific massacre claimed her entire family that she had learned the true nature of her suffering. The burn had not merely been a mark of her father’s cruelty but a binding ritual linking her to Duke Ilkar Skivarion, the very man she had been taught to fear above all. As Eiravyne was thrust into an arranged marriage with the Duke, she found herself entangled in a treacherous web of political power and intrigue. Amidst the chaos, she uncovered a staggering truth: her abusive family had not been her true lineage. Instead, she was the heir to the Sangrevers—a feared and formidable bloodline notorious for its depraved, lustful, manipulative, and twisted behavior…Afamily that was eradicated by the king for their own treason . With this revelation, Eiravyne faced a new nightmare. Duke Ilkar, convinced that she inherited the worst traits of her scandalous mother, regarded her as nothing more than a means to serve his own ambitions, while Eiravyne's deepest desire was to belong to a family that truly loved and accepted her. ******* Updates: 02 chapter /day Genre: fanatasy, female lead, romance,magic, obssessive male lead, good support side side characters, a lot of intimacy, enemies to lovers, powerful couple, evil and good , bad boy .forced marriage Cover: is mine, it is commissioned, i don't alow anyone to use it . The art of this novel is also comissioned ------------------- Follow me on instagram: isaac_black2013 Discord server : https://discord.gg/VNH4pKgyT3 ko-fi page: https://ko-fi.com/isaacblack ------------------- Check out my other contracted works: For male lead: *First Stygian Diviner: Apocalypse *Villain's Supremacy For female lead: *I created the villain *The body we shared .

CRISMON DAWN: WHERE TIME AND REALMS COLLIDE In Crimson Dawn, the first book of the Eclipsed Realms series, a young man named Eryndor Veylan is thrust into a world of ancient curses, shifting realities, and a destiny tied to a fractured realm. Eryndor, unaware of his extraordinary lineage, discovers a long-forgotten map hidden in a crumbling monastery, setting him on a path that will forever change the fate of the realms. As the curse that has plagued the realms for centuries begins to resurface, Eryndor is forced to confront not only the destructive power of this malevolent force but the dark secrets of his own bloodline. With his allies—a diverse group of warriors, mages, and mystics—Eryndor ventures across dangerous landscapes, solving riddles and uncovering cryptic prophecies that hold the key to breaking the curse. Yet with every step, the stakes grow higher, and the realms teeter closer to collapse. Internal and external conflicts drive Eryndor's journey. He must grapple with the fear of his own powers, the weight of impossible decisions, and the growing tension between loyalty and betrayal within his group. At the same time, enemies seeking to harness the curse’s power pursue them at every turn, and the lines between friend and foe blur as Eryndor is forced to make choices that could lead to his destruction or salvation. With a blend of mysticism, action, and heart-pounding adventure, Crimson Dawn introduces a world on the brink of chaos. The stakes are not just the survival of the realms but the future of Eryndor himself, as his path may either break the curse or doom the realms to an eternal darkness. This epic saga promises an intricate journey where nothing is as it seems, and every revelation deepens the mystery of the curse and the power within Eryndor that he is yet to fully understand. The first book sets the stage for a multi-layered tale of heroism, dark secrets, and an ever-present tension between fate and free will. As Eryndor faces impossible choices, he must question who he truly is—and whether he can embrace the mantle of a hero or succumb to the curse that seeks to consume him.

Lysander was a badass Hunter, but a mission went really wrong and his whole team died. He was the only one who made it, and he felt super guilty about surviving when his friends didn't. But he was gravely injured and retired from being a Hunter. Then one day, some crazy stuff happened again just like that horrible mission. But this time, Lysander actually died. Wild, right? But he didn't stay dead! Instead, his spirit got moved into some random person's body. At first, Lysander was confused. But then he realized this new body came with a special system that gave him cool abilities. The downside? His new body was way weaker than his old Hunter one, and his emotions and personality started changing too. Lysander thought maybe this was a chance to finally live a normal, chill life. Little did he know, this system that jumped him into a new body was about to change everything for him and maybe the entire world. Spooky, huh? Lysander's life is about to get crazy all over again... ********

Shadows of the Crimson Dawn follows the tragic journey of Haruto, a once-feared warrior who has seen the world’s darkness firsthand. In his final battle, consumed by regret for the choices that led to his downfall, Haruto dies—only to find that death is not the end. Reincarnated into a new life, he struggles with the memories of his past life.

"Do you choose Life or Death?" A simple question, yet one that held the weight of eternity, flashed before her eyes. Did she want to live? Ofc! Who doesn't. But after all the pain she went through, her answer was death. A low, ominous voice whispered, "You might want to reconsider." But she stood firm, until a video on the screen changed everything. The truth hit her like a tidal wave, forcing her decision to change. "Yeah! I want to live! To revenge! To survive! To come back!" "Your answer is accepted. Well done!" Death, was not for her. She won't die. Those who want to harm her, kill her, it's time for you to face retribution! The Revenge Queen has awakened. . .. ... ..... ~ A weak, highschool girl? Not anymore! Bully her and you'll be destroyed! ~ The discarded, useless Empress? Heh! She'll rise to the top! ~ A shameless, ugly actress? What a joke! Her beauty will blind you! .... ... .. . Determined to take back what rightfully belongs to her, she has set on an adventure. A long journey, accompanied by her system, she will come over the upcoming storms, destroy her enemies and build her army. She will travel far and wide, find the destined ones and together they will save the world. "Raven Hours! Are you ready?" "Yes, Master!" "Let's begin!"

Azure Dragon, an ancient dragon of the 12 courts of heaven, is unparalleled in strength thanks to his use of forbidden arts. He becomes trapped by his leader for holding the most forbidden art of them all. As he breathes his last breath, a miracle happens. He is reincarnated into an infant body in a world he knows nothing about. As he grapples to get used to the power in this world, he finds himself slowly becoming attached to the family he was born to and the people residing in this world. Slowly, he starts to forget his main goal, revenge against the 12 courts. Lurking beneath his seemingly peaceful and ordinary life, an ancient evil threatens to resurface, putting an end to him for the 2nd time.

"In this city, trust is a currency you couldn’t afford." Vince, a seasoned detective with a haunted past, never wanted to be in the spotlight. Yet fate, or perhaps something darker, had a different plan for him. Murder after murder followed his footsteps, and Vince’s investigation into a high-profile kidnapping soon spiraled into something far more dangerous. Beneath the surface of Bog Bay City’s glistening wealth and power, lay a criminal empire. As Vince dug deeper, he uncovered a web of lies, betrayal, and connections to his own shadowed history. With enemies lurking in every corner, Vince had to rely on his instincts, his allies, and his skills to uncover the truth and survive a world where nothing was as it seemed.

(complete) english..you can read in English with translater feature क्या होगा अगर किसी इंसान ने एक लम्बे अरसे तक अपनी मोहब्बत का इंतज़ार किया और अचानक उसे पता चले कि जिसका इंतज़ार वो एक अरसे से कर रहा है वो कोई लड़की नही बल्कि निहायती खूबसूरत लड़का है! एक ऐसा खूबसूरत राजकुमार जियान जो एक महान योद्धा भी है लेकिन उसमे दया नाम की कोई चीज नही है, उसके नजर मे किसी भी चीज की अहमियत उससे अहमियत बढ़ कर नही है, अपने अध्यात्म शक्ति का प्रयोग उसके क्रोध पर निर्भर है! एक राजकुमार सोवी जिसने अपनी मोहब्बत का इंतज़ार एक लम्बे अरसे से किया है वो बहुत ही उदार है जो हर किसी से प्यार करना जानता है लोगों के सामने वो कठोर है लेकिन सत्य तो यही है की वो अत्यधिक मृदु स्वभाव का है! सोवी और जियान की ऐसी रोमांटिक लव स्टोरी जिन्होंने कुछ न कहते हुए भी एक दूसरे को प्यार किया और ये साबित कर दिया कि खामोश रह कर भी प्यार किया जा सकता है! दो जन्मो के लम्बे दौर की यह एक खामोश मोहब्बत की कहानी है! पहले जन्म में वे प्राचीन कबीले के राजकुमार थे जो आध्यात्मिक शक्ति के मालिक और योद्धा थे । सोवी का जियान एकतरफा प्यार अंत तक दो तरफा हो जाती है उस प्यार को हासिल करने के लिए एक जन्म काफी नहीं थे अंततः वो एक होते है अपने दूसरे जन्म में जब वो एक मशहूर यूनिवर्सिटी में एक साथ पढ़ते हैं, सोवी का जियान को पाने की जिद और जियान की शिद्दत इस जन्म में दोनो को एक दूसरे के करीब ले आई!.

#LGBTQ#BL #dark romance#18+ ( note: even after getting contract offer ,,The author has excluded this from the contract , for his own interest and for readers, author has presented this novel to those people who love author ,This is completely free for you from the author, thank you and give love to the author ) He has loved me for the last ten years,And I fell in love with him in ten days, Who knew I'd fall in love in ten days,But my love was not a girl, I felt love for a boy, A handsome boy! I met him during a college trip And that trip was only for ten days And that trip changed my life, That was our first and last meeting. why this is last meeting ? ,, Do they have a happy ending? Why did it take so long for him to express his love? (English is not my mother language that's why sorry for the wording error....... stay with journey of love)

Lucilla Crimson never wanted to become the villain. She was nothing more than a simple girl named Ruby Baker before things went wrong. With the world against her, she did whatever she needed to do to keep those close to her safe. Watch as Lucilla climbs her way through the world and becomes one of the world's most ruthless tyrants. New Chapter every Wednesday 5pm EST ------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is my first Novel. Thank you to anyone who decides to read this, and I hope you enjoy it. And thanks to my sister for doing the Cover Art. Her Insta: notagood_hunter922

Aqua has lost everything by the hands of the supreme deity of her world, her family, her home and even her entire race, but it was not enough to break her, she broke into his realm and killed him but as his last ditch effort to kill her he sent her to a new world with many more challenges awaiting her.

Luciel Ashford was a powerful vampire hunter who fought for humanity's survival in a dystopian world that was being overrun by supernatural creatures. After being sent on a simple mission to eradicate a vampire nest that appeared near one of the human colonies, no one expected one of the most powerful beings to appear - the vampire king, Alukah. In a big showdown that was thought to be the start of a new era, Luciel faced off against Alukah. He won the battle but at a price. That night marked the fall of humanity's hero. Turned into a vampire, discriminated and hunted by the humans he fought for, he is going to answer their call for help once more to protect the people he cares about. Torn between the two worlds, he is going to climb back to the top, forging his own path while still trying to keep his morals intact. "Well, I have a message for you, god. Screw you!!!" _______________ Update schedule: • 9am UTC +2 (not fixed, the chapters might be late if I get busy) • 1-2 chapters per day • Uploading between 1500-3000 words daily! • 50 powerstones or a castle = 5 bonus chapters! _______________ DISCLAIMER: This is a work of fiction. It is not intended to be offensive towards any kind of people, group, religion, culture, country, etc. Any possible resemblance in the book to other people or other pieces of work is a pure coincidence. The novel is written using only my imagination.

Synopsis of "The Crimson Mist". In a world shattered by a demonic deity, The Corrupted Isles are nothing more than a kingdom in ruins, shrouded in a Crimson Mist that corrupts the land and ensnares the souls of the living. At the heart of this chaos, Arion, a 13-year-old boy, has survived only through the help of his spectral protector, Kheron, the Last Guardian, a rebellious soul who escaped the Mist’s control. Raised in a ruined cathedral, a silent witness to a forgotten past, Arion longs to unravel the mysteries that surround him. His black and crimson eyes, pale skin, and hair streaked with light and shadow mark him as different, perhaps the key to breaking the curse of the Isles. But the Crimson Mist grows stronger, spreading its influence across the three continents beyond the Isles. Hunted by insatiable specters, demons, and the looming shadow of the demon emperor, Arion must confront his own duality. Guided by Kheron, he faces an impossible choice: flee to survive… or challenge the very heart of the Mist and the bloodstained power that lies within. Amid ruins and revelations, between light and shadow, Arion prepares for a destiny he cannot escape. But in a world where even hope is tinted red, can he truly fight against the legacy of the Mist?

"Crimson Tides: A Royal Bloodline" is an epic tale of duty, love, and the bridges built between two vastly different worlds. In the isolated mountain kingdom of Solaria, Princess Elara lives a life of privilege and purpose, beloved by her people but constrained by royal expectations. As a devastating drought threatens to destroy everything she holds dear, Elara finds herself at the center of a desperate gambit for survival. Across the misty borders, in the shadowy realm of Nocturn, the vampire king Darion rules with cold efficiency. His kingdom thrives in eternal night, but ancient prophecies speak of a union that could change the fate of both realms forever. When vampire envoys arrive in Solaria with an unprecedented offer - the kingdom's salvation in exchange for a royal bride - Elara must make an impossible choice. Agreeing to marry the fearsome Vampire King, she leaves behind everything she's ever known, venturing into a world of darkness and blood that both terrifies and intrigues her. But Elara harbors a secret that threatens to unravel everything: she faints at the mere sight of blood. In a court where bloodlust reigns supreme, her weakness could mean her doom. As she navigates treacherous politics, ancient rituals, and her growing feelings for the enigmatic Darion, Elara must find the strength within herself to bridge two worlds on the brink of war. Darion, initially frustrated by his unusual bride, finds himself drawn to Elara's compassion, wit, and unwavering spirit. Together, they face threats from without and within - power-hungry nobles, ancient prophecies coming to life, and the shadows of their own pasts. As Elara and Darion's relationship deepens from reluctant allies to true partners, they uncover long-buried secrets that connect their kingdoms in ways they never imagined. Their union awakens dormant magic and stirs forgotten legends, setting in motion events that will reshape the destiny of both vampires and humans alike. "Crimson Tides" is a sweeping saga of personal growth, political intrigue, and the transformative power of love. It explores themes of overcoming prejudice, finding strength in vulnerability, and the courageous act of opening one's heart to the unknown. As Elara and Darion fight to unite their people and fulfill an ancient prophecy, they discover that the greatest magic of all lies in the power of understanding, acceptance, and love that transcends all boundaries.

The Crimson Blades Born into the revered Crimson family, young Luke Crimson carries the legacy of warriors renowned across the kingdom of Daxin. Yet unlike his gifted siblings, Luke's path is shrouded in darkness. Cursed with the Frozen Path, he is unable to wield mana-a flaw that has left him scorned and labeled the family's "disgrace." But fate has other plans. When a deadly ritual forces Luke to confront the demon sealed within him, he uncovers a power even he cannot comprehend. As the kingdom's tensions escalate and hidden forces rise, Luke finds himself caught in a web of ancient secrets, deadly alliances, and brutal trials that will test every ounce of his will to survive. With the shadows of his past closing in, can Luke break free of his curse, or will he fall to the darkness within?

Check out my new novel: My Seven Beautiful Sins! ±±± At the beginning of the universe, there was only chaos. Chaos gave birth to a world, accumulating into Black and White and the five elements (also known as the Origin Elements), creating the world's laws and the order of heaven and earth. This world was called the Origin world, where the Original beings born out of chaos reigned. They created orders, creatures, and numerous worlds where they reigned as Supreme beings until a calamity befell them and destroyed the Original world alongside numerous worlds. Two billion years have passed since then. In a small world somewhere, a baby was born carrying an unusual past. A love story of a vampire, the primogenitor of vampires. ••••• Nickaido's here; this story is a reboot of Prime Vampire, do not expect the same story or the same characters; many things have changed. Please support me and make this story a great story through your comments and suggestions, and once again, English is not my first language.

My crush~~~~ Head over heels on his boyfriend ~~~~ On his breakup, I took my chance, and it worked out~~~~ His ex begged him to come back, and we broke up. ~~~~ Faith ended up working for his company~~~~ At present, we both are single~~~ turned into fuck buddies~~~ Again, his ex comes into picture~~so now what?

'ZUN-BAE' the dimension that is only filled with wars, survival, starvation and blood rivers flowing finally finds some peace bcz of the new captain 'Shin Quin-Ben' after he settles all the matters of conflict that caused wars between Elemental spiritual rubies and human. Just like this years passed but suddenly the rumors of a new Guide forming spread like fire all across the content, all the Guides didn't liked the idea at all as they would have to go through the war and stuff again. . . . . .

In a world torn apart by endless wars and oppressive empires, the protagonist, Zeron, is a walking weapon, the result of a forbidden fusion ritual that combines the most destructive bloodlines ever known—those of the Hanma family and Guts. Zeron is a perfect blend of the raw power and cold calculation of every Hanma who has ever lived, with the unyielding will and traumatic past of Guts. His body is capable of feats of impossible strength and agility, but his soul is a battlefield of its own, twisted by the scars of violence and betrayal. Zeron's power is not just physical—it's the ability to adapt and evolve in combat, akin to the protagonist of Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint, learning and growing stronger with every encounter, every fight.

Great power comes with great consequence. Myles a young teenager discovers this cruel truth as he embarks on a ridiculous journey with his beloved and her sisters to gain control over his vast and ever growing power. He wields even if not well a power with the potential to change the universe. Many have sought this power and will do anything to get their hands on it. Myles must protect himself in order to to protect those around him and ultimately the universe.

In a world where order and chaos vie for dominance, young **Taiyou** finds himself swept into a battle older than time. Tokyo lies in ruin, its streets shattered by mysterious forces, with survivors clinging to fragile hope. Amid the wreckage, Taiyou discovers he’s not just an ordinary young man—he’s a **primordial**, one of the few with the power to protect reality from the destructive influence of chaos. Under the guidance of **The creed**, an ancient and clandestine organization devoted to maintaining universal balance, Taiyou joins other powerful individuals like **Ryojin**—each carrying unique abilities rooted in ancient forces. Together, they’re tasked with stopping the insidious machinations of the **Harbingers of Chaos**, a faction hell-bent on unraveling the fabric of existence. As Taiyou struggles to understand his newfound abilities and the immense responsibility thrust upon him, he and his allies confront foes of unimaginable strength—entities that wield the primal energy of chaos, threatening to plunge the world into eternal darkness. Yet, as Taiyou fights, he’s haunted by the question: Why was he chosen? And is there a cost to wielding powers meant to challenge gods? Facing impossible odds, Taiyou must unlock his true potential and learn to trust his comrades, all while navigating a Tokyo transformed into a battleground. Will he embrace his role as a Solarian, or will the temptations and dangers of chaos lure him away from his destiny?

It all started with a deed to a mansion; Crimson Estate. ————————————————// “W-Who are you?" Anya stammered with fear at the three men before her The man in the center stepped forward. “Welcome home, Anya," he said with a deep voice. Her legs felt like they might give out beneath her. She had no idea who these men were, but one thing was clear—they had been expecting her. And they were anything but normal. They looked like they were in their late twenties, with glowing red irises that terrified her. The one in the center, Kai, a tall man with jet-black hair and an authoritative presence narrowed his eyes at her. "Quit being afraid," he ordered. "Hearing your heart race like that is distracting." Anya couldn't speak, couldn't even think clearly. Fear gripped her so tightly she felt she might pass out—or worse, embarrass herself by peeing her pants. Damien, another wet-like black-haired man with a mysterious, almost disarming charm, took a step toward her. "Easy," he said gently, reaching out as if to calm her. But as his hand moved closer, Anya jerked away, her foot catching on the rug beneath her. She tripped and fell hard to the floor. "Look," Zephyr, the third man—ginger-haired and softer in appearance—spoke up, his voice was calm and less terrifying. As he crouched slightly, his red eyes dimmed to a more human-like glow. "We're not here to hurt you, Anya." Anya forced herself to speak despite her fear. "How... how can you expect me not to be scared? How can I trust any of you?" Her gaze shifted from one man to the other. “I don't even know who you are, and this house—this house was left by my deceased grandmother to me!" Zephyr chuckled lightly under his breath, but before he could say anything, Kai spoke. "It's been two years since we sent out that envelope. You were meant to come here, and I'm glad you finally did." ——————————————————// Anya always believed she was just an ordinary girl, orphaned and stuck in a mundane life—until her 18th birthday changes everything. A mysterious letter leads her to Crimson Estate, where she meets three hot vampire brothers, each carrying the weight of a deadly prophecy. Anya soon discovers she’s not just human but a Nyx—a powerful being destined to either save or destroy the vampire race. As she navigates her powers, eerie visions of death and fire plague her dreams. With danger closing in and the brothers relying on her to protect the vampire race, Anya must decide: embrace her true nature, or risk losing everything. But with secrets lurking in the shadows, unfinished business and boy drama, one wrong move could set their world ablaze. Can Anya save the vampire race before it’s too late? ###PSA; none of the images I used belongs to me. I got them all from Pinterest and I would take them down if requested by the owners.

Black magic. Its main use. Supernatural monstrosities, made to serve evil ends and cause pain. People drawn into it usually lose their freedom. But this time, through a selfish sacrifice, another regains it. And returns to the world. D&D world. Don't know much about it but i try my best. I don't own the cover image, a friend found it on the internet Will make a lot of references like my GOAT Araki

Matthew Franklin wakes up in a new world as Park Jason Gabriel, the illegitimate son of a wealthy South Korean family. After his mother's death, he moves in with his paternal family, where he faces humiliation and the burden of his hidden status. At thirteen, he endures a difficult life until he leaves for the States, only to be forced back by his family. Now, he must take his older brother's place in an arranged marriage to Kim Seo-yeon, an heiress facing a crisis. Bound by tradition, the marriage is non-negotiable, requiring them to stay together for at least three years. Jason must navigate his new and unwanted life under these circumstances.

In Crimson Ashes, a group of teenagers in Ashwick uncover a deadly mystery after a girl is found dead following the Ashen Festival. As they dig into the town's dark secrets, they'll learn some mysteries hit closer to home than they thought.

(Mature Content and Adult Things and Mentions Of Drugs) ~~~~ Yang is an abandoned child when he was only 7 years old because his drunken father abandoned him by telling him to wait for him at the park bench but…2 hours have passed but Yang hasn't heard from him ever since the moment he said he will be back to check on something… He began searching for him while tearing up and calling his name but no one responds and the people at the park stares at him calling his father…Yang asks the people who is on the park and some ignored him and continue talking or walking and some just completely refuse to help me…  That makes him tear up even more suddenly it began heavy raining and he have no umbrella causing him to run but he trips because of the wet concrete and causing his knees to be bruised and even bleed but he try to stand up and cover himself to a roof off a gym…Yang gets a cardboard box and too cover himself and continue crying of why his father just left him like that… Some minutes later of crying he fell asleep and the coach of the gym noticed the cardboard and went outside with a umbrella on top of his head and looks underneath the box…And to his shocked it's a kid that seems to fell asleep while crying he wonder to himself why is a kid like him be here all alone he began looking around and lift the kid out of the cardboard box and carry him to the gym to not get him a rough sick and cold to his little body Yang wakes in the shouts of many people and he sits up on the seat of the gym and wonders who takes him here…He stands up and sees the two fighters on the ring boxing each other not knowing he is on the main event of the whole tournament the final between “Roger Malone” vs the current defending champion “Nicolas Lynos” The coach from earlier sits beside him and stares at Yuma watching intensely the two fighters boxing he chuckles and pats the kid on the back and speak carefully to not scare this kid “Hey kid are you alone…where are your parents and what are you doing on a cardboard box instead of your parents house?” Yang turns around and looks at the old man that seems like kinda older to his father he nods at him slowly and tears makes his eyes kind of red on the inside “Yeah…My father abandoned me in the park, I don't know why he did that. I am a good kid in the house…But he tells me to wait for him because he is checking something in the park…i don't know what to do I have no house to live…” Yang began crying once more and the old man hugs him and patting his back and wiping him tears on his eyes and smiles at him to make him not cry anymore and to make him know he is safe around him…Yang hugs back and stares at the boxing ring once again hearing the referee counting up to 10 the old man laughs and put his hands on Yang shoulder and speak “That is called boxing kid…You seem so interested in it wanna learn it or how it works and to even do it on your own you have so much potential I can sense it because of your pure heart and good spirit…” Yang smiles happily and nods at him with pure excitement and ready to learn how they do the things they do on that ring (Heavily inspired by Hajime No Ippo)

Aurora had once been a woman enchanted by the allure of the king until he betrayed her and used her for his selfish interest, then proceeded to plan her execution. Bitter and restless, her spirit cried for another chance to avenge herself, and it was granted. This time around, she would make sure to not be deceived by him once more. She teams up with the exiled prince Lucian who had now managed to make something of himself after being betrayed by his power hungry brother. As both of them set off on a mission of revenge and to take what is right there’s, feelings are aroused and secrets are uncovered. What will this quest turn into?