Zelda Twilight Princess Kiss

A young man named Du Wei, dismissed as a “fool” and a “good-for-nothing,” endures constant ridicule and scorn. But then, he stumbles upon an unexpected chance: by selling his soul to a demon, he could seize the power to rewrite his fate. Beauty, strength, wealth, and authority—such temptations dangle before him, and Du Wei resolutely decides to step onto the path of this dark bargain. With every deal, he begins to overturn the rules of his world, carving his own road to power. No longer shackled by the label of "worthless," Du Wei embarks on the journey to rise as a force to be reckoned with, driven by a burning ambition to one day bring the entire world to its knees...

A VRMMORPG game that got recently created with the new energy pod, a new streamer who uses his skills from the military to survive in this new game .

Edward Collins, the son of the most world know billionaire in the city of Barcelona. Edward got the greatest shock of his life, when he find out that he's a supernatural being. A one night within five months change his life. He stares at himself in the mirror with a silky long horn right on his forehead, and fangs from his mouth with claws dragging out of his hands, and his eyes turned blue,........... out of fear he staggered and his eyes became blurry,then he fainted. An unknown message change his life.

--- Xanthe Redwood, the second daughter of one of California’s most prestigious families, is adored by her father but despised by her mother and sister. Born half-human, half-werewolf, Xanthe is destined to become Luna of her pack—a role that places her directly in conflict with her family’s bitter rival. Lynam Morena, the world’s most powerful business tycoon, is valued only for his wealth by his father and younger brother. In secret, he grapples with a complex heritage as part human, part witch, and part werewolf. Though outwardly cold and ruthless, Lynam’s life is a battle to claim his own identity beyond the demands of his lineage. When Xanthe and Lynam are thrust into an arranged marriage, they become unwilling partners caught between their families' old hatreds and supernatural forces that neither fully understands. Despite their pride and resentment, a powerful connection begins to spark between them. But with secrets from their pasts coming to light and a dark force threatening to consume them, they must decide whether to embrace their fated bond—or be torn apart by the very bloodlines that bind them. Will love ignite between these two conflicted souls, or will they fall victim to the ancient forces and family rivalries that haunt them? ---

Crystal couldn't believe it. The Dragon Emperor, a man of perfect form, handsome looks, and great power, was lying on top of her! And they would share this very delicate and embarrassing position for three days!   Crystal Diante was a woman cursed with terrifying Fate and Destiny. She was fated in sorrow and destined in suffering. She was captured by powerful men who sought to challenge an Ancient Dragon. But the Dragon awakened was much more than a regular dragon. It was the Ancient Dragon Emperor, Adam, the Serpent of the Perfect Morning! He was like a god of the ancient era and revealed not a dragonic form, but that of a man. He was perfect. He was arrogant. He was handsome beyond the furthest dreams that Crystal could dream of. A battle raged as Adam fought Crystal's kidnappers which ended in Adam and Crystal being buried in a mountain. The young woman found herself protected and sheltered by Adam who bore the weight of the mountain. But he, could not leave for he was exhausted. The two shared a tight space. With only little room to move, Adam was forced to lay on top of her to carry the mountain, and Crystal was forced to lie under him. Their lips were always less than an inch apart from each other. When the proud Dragon Emperor spent hours with the girl, he began to use his powers to feed her by transferring energy through the mouth. Each kiss only drew Crystal deeper to the depths of love. For three days, the god and girl talked, kissed, and shared the most joyous moments that they could possible experience. Soon, the Dragon Emperor succumbed to his emotions and betrayed the purpose of his rebirth. He bestowed a Binding Kiss to Crystal. But such heaven could not continue. The gift bestows Crystal with great power, but Adam mysteriously vanishes. Will the magical binding kiss be enough for Crystal to overcome the shadows of treachery that lurk to slay her family? Will she reunite with the perfect stranger and find answers to the mysterious kiss? Will the Pray of the Dragon become the Partner? Dive into a tale of forbidden love, tragedy, betrayal, inherited destinies, and epic battles. Dive into a world of Wizardry and Will. A world of staves of magic and Swords of Power. Journey with Crystal as her life was forever changed when she was... Kissed by the Dragon Emperor.

Em um tempo no eterno tempo... Uma força misteriosa adentrou a densa e misteriosa floresta proibida atingindo a sua Milenar guardiã, A grande Árvore Deku. Agora, com o tempo a correr, é chegada a hora de uma semente florescer e se tornar a árvore que desde o princípio...nasceu para ser... - Ok, um ser humano falando aqui! E oque você está vendo é nada mais, nada menos que um reescrita da história de Ocarina of Time com um pequeno toque do meu estilo estranho de ser, esse livro vai ter 3 capítulos que já estão prontos e que vou estar disponibilizando aos poucos aqui e...espero que gostem! Se eu estiver animado, talvez eu faça uma continuação...mas tudo no seu tempo... Até lá, tudo que eu desejo é... uma boa leitura. E fui...

In a nightmarish vision, Chiaro Crepuscule watches as everything he loves is torn apart—angelic and demonic beings ravage his world for reasons he isn’t even deemed worthy to know. Blood stains the shattered remnants of what was once a peaceful home, now a war-torn wasteland. Amid the chaos, Chiaro faces a twisted reflection of himself—an opposite who tasks him with one command: survive. Survive for those who perished. Moments later, the world shatters, and he wakes under a moonlit sky in an unfamiliar grassland. But something is wrong. Chiaro has no memory of who he is, no powers, no past—nothing but his name. Stranded in this strange new reality, he’s thrown into the heart of a kingdom’s turmoil. Verdara, a kingdom of modernity woven with wood and ancient customs, becomes the battleground of his survival. Rebels rise in search of a ruler. Ministers, lieges, and royal siblings clash in a web of political tension, while something far more sinister brews in the shadows. With no clear path, Chiaro is forced into their games—caught between power, rebellion, and secrets he doesn’t even remember. But as he moves deeper into this world, something within him stirs—a voice, a feeling, an instinct to survive at all costs. Though he has nothing, Chiaro clings to the hope that surviving is all he needs to do—because somewhere within this fractured reality lies the truth of who he really is. As the threads of his forgotten past begin to unravel, Chiaro realizes that this kingdom may hold the answers to his dreams—or the key to a nightmare far worse than he could ever imagine. But can he survive long enough to uncover the truth? Or will the darkness close in before he learns what really happened in the aftermath of his shattered world?

An exiled Knight travels far from his kingdom to find his final resting place. He stumbles upon what once the capital of a fallen kingdom destroyed by a legendary dragon hundreds of years ago and decided to have his final battle with it. He defeats the dragon using all his might and is finally in his deaths door waiting for everything to end. However he woke up once again feeling more comfortable than ever since he became a knight. "Are you awake, my savior?" He was greeted with a faint smile and charming voice of a girl.

In A Kiss for the Damned, Ashley Monroe is a woman trapped in the shadows of her dark past. After enduring a damaging relationship with her ex-boyfriend, Marcus, Ashley struggles to rediscover her identity and start anew. The darkness that envelops her life leaves her feeling isolated and filled with regret. Everything changes when she meets Xavier Sinclair, a kind-hearted man who enters her life with charm and hope. Xavier sees the potential in Ashley and becomes the driving force that helps her confront her fears and mend her broken relationships with her family. Together, they embark on a journey of forgiveness—both for themselves and for others—while rebuilding the connections that have been lost. However, Marcus continues to haunt Ashley, forcing her to face the demons of her past. As he attempts to disrupt the new life Ashley has started to build, she must choose between running from her fears or confronting painful truths. Throughout this journey, Ashley discovers strength within herself and the power of true love. A Kiss for the Damned is a tale of redemption, courage, and the emotional journey of a woman striving to rise from darkness to light, exploring how love can change everything. Will Ashley be able to let go of her past and embrace the love she deserves? Find out in this heartfelt story.

Yumi Yoru, is a yokai girl who's duty is to solve the dilemmas of other yokai randomly roaming freely in Japan. One fateful night while chasing a troublesome one who escaped to the UK airspace, she caught up to it and their battle began! Letting her guard down too much, other yokai were released as well! Tag along and follow tales of her adventures around all of England fixing her awful mistakes, and meets tons of interesting supernatural creatures!

Have you ever wondered what happens in the Equestria at night with the things that go bump in the night. if so well this is a story for you. I noticed that there were more My Little Pony fan fiction stuff now and I figured out how to add this one in. If you want to thank someone thank jawjoe. ps: this is Supposed to be in fanficion but accidentally put it here.

A lesbian story of love and revenge. Novel

This story will follow luna as she is cast into the world filled with humans and mystery and myth. She must learn her path and make it her own and shape it into the life she desires. I'm using this as a way to have readers be here to catch my mistakes and be active with comments and whether it's cool etc. so please comment and ask questions. this story is going to be about going against the normal types of depiction we have of certain myths. there will be changes and i ask you do not judge too quickly. I'll try to update as much as i can and as often as i can but i want to be creative and for me personally that takes time. sorry ahead of time if I'm inconsistent.

For the first time after hearing the truth, she cried. She closed her eyes, "Mom, Dad, I'm sorry I couldn't remain safe, but I finally took revenge for you". She smiled sadly. The only wish she has is to take care of the ones she love if she ever live again. Lee Xue Jia, an assassin known as 'Nightmare', found herself in a world she never knew. She opens her eyes looking at her new environment, "Where I'm i?" she asked confused. To make it worst, this body has no cultivation and has a weak physique. "No problem, I can treat myself!" she smiled. "Who said I'm weak?" Not only is she strong, but also powerful. She also has the ancient most powerful and ruler of the beast, the mystical dragon, as her pet. To top it all, she has the phoenix destiny, all beast fear her. All those who bully her in the past will pay! But there's a powerful and cunning man who is after her. "Fuck off! I won't marry you". She said arrogantly as she glared at him. He moved closer and held her down tightly. "You will marry me!" he yelled. But before he could do anything, she bite him and ran away. "You can run, but you can't hide". He smirked as he watches the tiny figure run for her life. Follow Xue Jia, as she embarks on her crazy adventure in this new world. P.S: this is my first time writing a story like this, I'm a novice. Plagiarism is strictly prohibited. Please remember to review, vote and rate the story. Flee free to say any idea you have for the story.

Excerpt: "Just strip, will you.." Hearing her command, he smiled viciously. Stepping closer to her, he whispered, "Why don't you do the honors and satisfy yourself? This body and my whole existence are now all yours!" *Book 1: Kiss Me Not, My Prince* (Completed - Chapters 1 to 273) Brione Yu was a successful model/actor with philemaphobia (fear of kissing). She had everything one could ever dream of, but her world crumbled when she lost the most important person in her life. He was not only her best friend but also the man she loved with all her heart. While she spent her days missing him and longing for him, she had an unexpected encounter with a recluse Prince who resembled her best friend substantially. Though their characters were contradictory, he reminded her of the man she loved every time she set her eyes on him. Was fate playing some kind of cruel game with her? Or was she being played by the Prince? ********************************** Book 2: Kiss Me Not, My Princess (completed - Chapters 274 to 382) “You took all my firsts, so take responsibility for it.” Did she hear it right? This was the height of shamelessness! “Your firsts? What about me then? You took all my firsts away!” “And I’m willing to take responsibility, my Princess.” he firmly stated with a devilish smile on his face. Kimmy was a Princess who ran away from an arranged marriage her mother set up for her. Years passed, and she came home with a broken heart. On her return home, she met the man she was supposed to marry. The man who surprisingly could make Kimmy's body tremble with desire for him. But, what would happen if the first love she used to chase before showed up before her just as she was about to move on? Who would the Princess choose to spend the rest of her life with? =========== Other Books: The Crown's Entrapment (in writing) The Untamed: Game of Hearts (completed) The CEO Who Hates Me (completed) The General Who Hates Me (completed) The Doctor Who Loves Me (completed) The Law of Attraction (completed) contact me at: Discord Link: https://discord.gg/PNGkTUy twitter: @EUSTOMA_reyna instagram: eustoma_reyna Facebook Page: @eustoma.reyna **** PS: Commissioned Book Cover owned by the Author! Do not use it!

Warning… Matured content. “Look at me,” he commanded, his eyes boring into her like black pits of venom. Lilith’s chest tightened as she stared at the floor and the room seemed to shrink around her. “Dinner with the devil is one thing. Staring at the embodiment of evil itself…quite another.” Dracula’s smirk widened, his fingers squeezing Lilith’s chin. “Oh, and do I frighten you, little one?” His eyes burned into her, piercing her soul like daggers “You see now the truth of my power. You thought you could challenge me, toying with my affections as though I were some lovesick puppy.” Lilith sighed, because despite the darkness that swirled around her, she found herself unafraid of Dracula. “Now, look at me, and speak what you have beneath your heart,” he commanded. Lilith’s chin lifted with a surge of defiance. "Dracula Beelzebub. You are nothing but a monstrous abomination." she hissed, her voice dripping with disdain. "A fiend of the lowest caliber, unworthy of even a moment of my time." Dracula raised an eyebrow as he smirked, impressed by her insults. "And yet, you cannot deny that I am the most powerful being in this room." Lilith sneered. "Yo… You deserves to be banished back to the bowels of Hell." Dracula smiled, his teeth white in the flickering candlelight. "Ah, but where’s the fun in that? I much prefer making life interesting for the mortals." Lilith's hands curled into fists at her sides, and she took a step forward. “Interesting?" she spat. "You call torment and misery ‘interesting’? You are a demon, feeding off the misery and pain of others." Dracula chuckled, spreading his arms wide in a gesture of mock surrender. "And what of it? What do you intend to do about it, little mortal?" ~~~~~ Meet Lilith Raziel, a young, beautiful orphan who was born blind. However, when a mysterious creature appears in the woods, Lilith’s life is turned upside down. Her world shifts from darkness to one filled with mystical creatures and the secrets of the underworld. On the other hand, lurking in the shadows, lies Dracula Beelzebub, a devilishly handsome man who relishes in the misery and demise of others. Beneath his charming façade lies a dangerous secret—Dracula Beelzebub is the devil incarnate. And he has set his sights on Lilith Raziel, a woman he’s determined to ensnare in his diabolical plans. _"To love a demon is to have your soul bound in chains of darkness.” — Lucifer’s Inferno. PS/ Thanks a lot (Tearswithnofaces) for gifting me my first Golden ticket) Thanks.

Twilight of the Zodiac trilogy: Book 1 · Secrets of Starlit Hearts Book 2 · Shadows of Broken Oaths Book 3 · Echoes of Eternal Flames ※※※ In the mystical Zodiac Archipelago, Seventeen Whitlock faces a dark prophecy after losing her siblings. She must unite with allies, including the enigmatic Draco de Lavissaye, to combat an encroaching darkness. As they harness their magical powers, secrets and forbidden magic threaten to unravel their bond. In a world filled with peril and intrigue, Seventeen must navigate her destiny before the shadows consume her. ※※※ To the Dreamers and the Warriors, To those who dare to challenge fate, navigate the shadows, and embrace the magic of love amidst chaos. May you find your strength among the stars and discover the power of connection in a world where destinies intertwine. Welcome to the Zodiac Archipelago—where every constellation holds a secret, and every heart yearns for its true path. ※※※ The plan is for three books, each ones with around 100 chapters, without counting the auxiliary and extra chapters of additional content. Hope you like the worldbuilding here. The romance is a slowburn in book 1. Make sure to check out all the extra and additional chapters, it'll make your experience more complete and magical. ※※※ Check the auxiliary chapter of trigger warnings, your mental health matters. ※※※ #Fantasy #Romance #Dystopian #Adventure #Revenge #Slowburn #Prophecy #R18 #Magic #Supernatural #Dark #Sarcasm #Friendship #Manipulation #Betrayal #Banter #Action #YoungAdult #CharacterGrowth #ForbiddenMagic #ForbiddenLove #PoliticalIntrigue #FakeIdentities #Spy #Liar #IdentityStruggles #Soulmates #FatedLove #FoundFamily #Zodiac #Constellations #Monsters #Grimoire #ParentalConflict #MommyIssues #DaddyIssues #Loss #Trauma #PTSD #Mystery #Quest #Mythology #Forsaken #ForsakenGods #Danger #Duality #DualPov #Cursed #FatevsFreeWill #Healing #TrustIssues #EmotionalConflict #Desperation #Sacrifice #Rebellion #PowerStruggles #Survival #Frenemies #EnemiestoLovers #EnemiestoFriends #FriendstoLovers #Enchantment #Secrets #Illusions #Worldbuilding #Transformation

In the twilight realm of Ashborn, where shadows reign and light is a distant memory, Lyric awakens to find himself trapped in a crippled body, yet his soul is alive with potential. Having faced his own funeral in a previous life, he is determined to seize this second chance. Transmigrated into the world he once created, he discovers the Crystal Tree—an ancient entity that enhances his abilities and connects him to the Aether, the very essence of Ashborn. As he navigates this eerie landscape, Lyric encounters Zero, a ruthless vampire clone born of a fallen royal lineage. Shaped by her origins, Zero wields her Blood Royalty powers with little regard for the consequences, leading to a tense alliance fueled by necessity and ambition. Together, they delve into the mysteries of Ashborn, uncovering a web of political intrigue surrounding the remnants of Zero's family and the enigmatic World Expansion Project—an organization intent on harvesting the universe's Aether for its own unknown purposes. Amidst the dangers of rival factions and the moral dilemmas of power, Lyric must confront the limitations of his new life while grappling with the responsibility that comes with strength. As Zero’s ruthless tactics attract unwanted attention, their bond will be tested—pushing them to question their identities and the lengths they are willing to go for survival. In a world where authenticity is paramount and trust is a rare commodity, Lyric and Zero must forge a path through the shadows, navigating their intertwined destinies while discovering the true nature of power, loyalty, and the transformation that awaits them in Twilight Realm.

An aftermath of an apocalypse, a broken and chilling change that occurred twenty thousand years ago when a meteorite collided with Earth, blanketing the land on every scale in snow and cold. Liam Blake, a cold, judgemental, ruthless yet kind person, emerged from the icy depths, stranded without any help. With no place to call home, he witnessed three men abusing a young girl and, driven by his own judgement and anger, he swiftly decapitated them to nil. Collapsed on the cold ground with a blood bath beneath his body, blaming himself yet still has a reason to live, an 'unknown' goal which Liam chose to endure. As his wishes to live provisioned through the cold forest, he encounters, a lady named Hailey Southwark, saving him from the near death experience as is arm was torn off. Grateful for her act of kindness, Liam though had a personal goal but decided to become Hailey's acquaintance as a Node, a person who woke beneath the ice. Liam, being haunted by mysterious dreams and soon discovered that these visions were turning into reality. Uncertain of what comes next, he decides to help Hailey with the cases that connected the mysteries tangling his dreams.

The most beautiful girl who fades every girl's beauty wherever she goes looks for true love but all in vain. Every man around her wants to just have a taste of her and dump her saying that peerless beautiful girls are never marriage material and could never stick with one person in a relationship. Anna suffers alot of rejection from her female neighbors accusing her of whoring around with their boyfriends and husbands. Her dream was to get a true boyfriend who would genuinely love as a person not her beauty. She wanted a person to satisfy her sexual starvation. She sees a handsome guy and immediately crush on him but he never like her. While other men died to talk to her, her crush never even spared a single glance. But one day, crush drops her home and sees his photo in nice on her coffee table, 'MY IMAGINARY BOYFRIEND, MY LIFE AND DEATH' where the words written on the photo. " Are you sure about this" Liam asked, " Did you mean this?" Anna gulped, all her body trembled in anticipation of getting rejected by her long time lover. " DO. YOU. LOVE. ME?" Liam asked impatient,. "Yes or no" He raised his voice on her. "Yes," Anna blurted nervously but the next thing Liam did shocked her, his warm tasty lips was on hers. " For how long?" Anna closed her eyes as she calculated in her head, " Nine months, three weeks and four days" Liam chuckled, " And that's how long all put together?" " All most a year..." Unfortunately, when Anna starts living her dream life, she accidentally gets shot in the head and Liam swears that if she dies he dies too.....

A man with a bitter and painful past must tread the path of darkness and blood to exact his revenge on the Supernatural creature that slaughtered his father, mother, and little sister right before his eyes. A mysterious power awakened within him when he was on the brink of death—a power that allows him to copy the abilities of both Supernatural beings and humans alike, as long as he consumes part of their body. But each time he uses this power, he endures excruciating pain and loses a small part of his humanity. With this ability, the man walks the thin line between death and shadow, becoming a Hunter feared by both monsters and men. --- This is a grimdark fantasy—at least, that's what I’m aiming for—featuring magic and guns. Imagine a Wild West setting, but with magic, guns, and creatures of the night. Hope you enjoy it!

Alex had always been driven, working tirelessly to climb the corporate ladder. Landing a job at Hamilton Corp, the most prestigious company in the city, had been the culmination of all his hard work and sleepless nights. And when he was appointed as the assistant to the company’s president, Drake Hamilton, it felt like a dream come true. Alex couldn’t believe his luck—working alongside a business legend known for his unshakable calm, sharp intellect, and a presence that commanded any room he walked into. But Drake was more than just an intimidating boss. He was an enigma, a man who somehow knew everything happening within the company, often before it even happened. There were whispers among the staff, rumors that seemed too absurd to be true, that Drake didn’t age, that he was rarely seen in the daylight, that his presence felt... different. One late night, after a particularly exhausting day, Alex decided to stop by a quiet bar downtown to unwind. As he took a seat near the back, his eyes caught sight of someone in the shadows—a familiar figure he hadn’t expected to see in a place like this. Drake Hamilton. At first, Alex assumed his boss was just having a late-night drink. But then, he noticed something that sent a chill through him. In the dim light, Drake’s head was tilted, and his mouth was near the neck of the person beside him, a pair of sharp fangs glinting in the shadows. Alex's blood ran cold. He felt his heart thunder in his chest, disbelief settling over him like a fog. He took a shaky breath, whispering to himself as reality sank in. "The president of Hamilton... is a vampire."

Crisis in the Twilight is a gripping zombie apocalypse novella that follows a group of four survivors—Jacob, Gina, Marcus, and Alex—as they navigate a world overrun by the undead. Stranded in a remote forest after a chaotic escape from a ranger station, they must confront relentless threats while grappling with their own fears and doubts. As darkness falls, the line between hope and despair blurs, and the group must rely on their wits, courage, and each other to survive. With danger lurking around every corner and the haunting shadows of the infected closing in, they face a pivotal choice: fight for survival or succumb to the darkness that threatens to consume them. Will they find a way to escape their grim reality, or will twilight be their final hour?

In the enchanting world of Veils of Twilight, young Elena discovers her destiny entwined with the dark secrets of the Vale, a realm where vampires and loyalists battle for control. When she crosses paths with Lucian, a brooding vampire with a tragic past, sparks fly amidst the looming threat of a powerful enemy determined to reclaim the land. As their connection deepens, Elena must navigate a treacherous path filled with betrayal, sacrifice, and unexpected alliances. In a race against time, she learns to harness her own powers and confront her fears, leading to a fierce showdown that will determine the fate of her world. Will love conquer the darkness, or will the shadows of the past consume them both? Veils of Twilight is a tale of passion, courage, and the enduring strength of the human heart.

Ezra Val was a successful young werewolf who excelled in everything he did, Except one thing. Dating. He could not hold his girlfriend even for ten days! And it was all thanks to an annoying person in his life named Rio Velveta. he had been a cancerous existence in his life that would steal his girlfriends at every chance he got. At one point Ezra lost his cool. He decided to seek revenge. Ezra carefully curated a well-sought-out plan to somehow hurt the man and break him down once and for all. But he faced a small problem. That maggot-like person named Rio, ended up being his mate. This threw him off course for a bit. Ezra was forced to accept that this person was his one true mate. but even now he held the past grudge in his heart. His revenge plan continued. albeit with a slight change. This time he decided to personally squish the man’s heart after making him a lovesick puppy. Rio Velveta was going down!

Sold into marriage to a reclusive man. Megan is dragged to a clandestine midnight ceremony and delivered to Gabriel North. Megan must spend 30 days married to Mr. North before she may finally be free forever. The only problem is that he marries every year only to annul the marriage and his brides are never heard from again. No one knows anything about him except that he is extraordinarily wealthy, and he has an estate high on the mountain above the city that no one is brave enough to visit. Before this Megan Steele had the perfect life. She was a wealthy heiress from a prominent family. Her days were filled with family, travel, parties, and society. Expected to marry at eighteen but unable to bear the thought of leaving her perfect life she turned down one offer of marriage after another. Four years and four suitors rejected, Megan has been proposed to for a fifth time. The suitor is the son of her father's investment partner. Megan made a fatal error with this refusal and placed her desire for freedom above her father's company. She finds herself sold into a forced marriage to Mr. Gabriel North to recoup her father's investment funds. More than that though, Megan swears there is something dark about Mr. North, something dangerous, something otherworldly. Where is the staff that keeps caring for them? How does his house keep changing? Why did his friend call him sire?