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Linen Vogue

Ensnared in the Shadow

Donovan Carver tugged at the collar of his crisp, white linen shirt as he surveyed the scene before him. Anchored just off the coast, his friend Encore's lavish yacht was the epitome of opulence - a floating palace complete with a full bar, dance floor, and more beautiful women than one man could possibly hope to entertain. As the CEO of a multi-billion dollar tech empire, Donovan was no stranger to such extravagant affairs. But tonight, his mind was not on business deals or his criminal exploits as the head of the most powerful crime syndicate on the East Coast. No, his attention was solely focused on the vision of the woman who had just emerged from below deck. She was unlike any woman he had ever encountered - tall, with skin the color of rich mahogany and eyes that burned with an intensity that made his pulse quicken. Her thick, dark curls tumbled over her shoulders and her full lips were painted a deep crimson. There was a fire in her, a spiritedness that called to him in a way he couldn't quite explain. Donovan felt a primal stirring within him as he watched her scan the room, her gaze settling on him for the briefest of moments before moving on. There was a fire in her, a spiritedness that called to him. He had to know her, had to possess her. With a casual nod to his right-hand man, Donovan downed the last of his scotch and set off to make his move. No one denied Donovan Carver what he wanted - and he wanted this woman, body Anne soul
Little_Kitten_8947 · 1.7K Views

The Icebound Maidens

In the frozen village of Frostgarde, nestled amidst towering glaciers and snow-capped peaks, a young woman named Elara discovers that the ancient tales of her grandmother hold more truth than she ever imagined. As she and her fellow villagers gather by the mystical Aelorian river to wash their linens, a strange occurrence sets in motion a chain of events that will change their lives forever. When Elara retrieves a glowing crystal from the river's depths, she unwittingly unlocks a long-dormant magic that has been hidden beneath the icy landscape for centuries. As the crystal pulsates with otherworldly energy, whispers of an ancient prophecy begin to spread through the village, foretelling the return of the legendary Icebound Maidens. With the guidance of her childhood friend Lyra and the support of the village elders, Elara embarks on a quest to unravel the secrets of the crystal and unlock her own latent powers. Along the way, she encounters mythical creatures, uncovers long-lost artifacts, and delves deep into the heart of Frostgarde's ancient history. But as Elara's powers grow stronger, so too does the darkness that threatens to engulf the village. A shadowy force lurks in the depths of the glaciers, seeking to harness the power of the crystal for its own nefarious purposes. With the fate of Frostgarde hanging in the balance, Elara must confront her own fears and embrace her destiny as the guardian of the Icebound Maidens. As the northern lights dance in the sky and the ancient magic of Frostgarde awakens, Elara must lead her people on a journey of discovery, courage, and sacrifice. For only by unlocking the secrets of the past can they hope to secure a future free from darkness and despair. "The Icebound Maidens" is a tale of adventure, friendship, and self-discovery set against the breathtaking backdrop of a frozen world where magic lies hidden beneath the ice. Join Elara on her epic quest to unlock the mysteries of her homeland and become the hero she was always meant to be.
NIMOX_ · 870 Views

Story of an Hour

"The Story of an Hour" is a short story written by Kate Chopin on April 19, 1894. It was originally published in Vogue on December 6, 1894, as "The Dream of an Hour". It was later reprinted in St. Louis Life on January 5, 1895, as "The Story of an Hour". Kate Chopin also US:born Katherine February 8, 1851 – August 22, 1904)[4] was an American author of short stories and novels based in Louisiana. She is considered by scholars[5] to have been a forerunner of American 20th-century feminist authors of Southern or Catholic background, such as Zelda Fitzgerald, and is one of the most frequently read and recognized writers of Louisiana Creole heritage. She is best known today for her 1899 novel The Awakening. Of maternal French and paternal Irish descent, Chopin was born in St. Louis, Missouri. She married and moved with her husband to New Orleans. They later lived in the country in Cloutierville, Louisiana. From 1892 to 1895, Chopin wrote short stories for both children and adults that were published in such national magazines as Atlantic Monthly, Vogue, The Century Magazine, and The Youth's Companion. Her stories aroused controversy because of her subjects and her approach; they were condemned as immoral by some critics. Her major works were two short story collections and two novels. The collections are Bayou Folk (1894) and A Night in Acadie (1897). Her important short stories included "Désirée's Baby" (1893), a tale of miscegenation in antebellum Louisiana,[6] "The Story of an Hour" (1894),[7] and "The Storm" (1898).[6] "The Storm" is a sequel to "At the Cadian Ball (1892)," which appeared in her first collection of short stories, Bayou Folk.[6] Chopin also wrote two novels: At Fault (1890) and The Awakening (1899), which are set in New Orleans and Grand Isle, respectively. The characters in her stories are usually residents of Louisiana, and many are Creoles of various ethnic or racial backgrounds. Many of her works are set in Natchitoches in north-central Louisiana, a region where she lived. Within a decade of her death, Chopin was widely recognized as one of the leading writers of her time.[8] In 1915, Fred Lewis Pattee wrote, "some of [Chopin's] work is equal to the best that has been produced in France or even in America. [She displayed] what may be described as a native aptitude for narration amounting almost to genius."[8]
Rustum_Ali_Patan · 1.5K Views

Inane Interpolations In Bhagvad-Gita

Though it is a matter of consensus that Bhagvad-Gita in the present length of seven hundred slokas has many an interpolation to it such as chaturvarnyam mayashrustam, but no meaningful attempt has ever been made to delve into the nature and extent, not to speak of the effect of these on the Hindu society at large. The methodical codification of interpolations carried out here puts the true character of the Gita in proper perspective. Identified here are hundred and ten slokas of deviant nature and or of partisan character, the source of so much misunderstanding about this book extraordinary, in certain sections of the Hindu fold. In the long run, exposing and expunging these mischievous insertions is bound to bring in new readers from these quarters to this over two millennia old classic besides altering the misconceptions of the existing adherents. The moot point that has missed the attention of all, all along, is that if the Sudras were to be so lowly in the Lord’s creation, how come then the Gita’s architect Krishna, His avatar, and Vyāsa, its chronicler, happen to be from the same lowly Hindu caste fold. Moreover, is it not absurd to suggest that either or both of them had deprecated the station of their own varna (caste) on their own in their very own Gita? This ‘overdue’ work, may lead the ‘denied’ Hindu castes as well as the favored folks for an objective approach to the in vogue Bhagvad-Gita which could dispel the misgivings of the former and the delusions of the latter, thereby bridging the Hindu emotional gulf with its abridged book that restores its original form. Whether or not one concurs with its propositions, this original work could be of interest to the students of logic and reasoning as well.
BS_Murthy · 12.6K Views

Victim of Circumstance: Purposeful Plum Blossom

Volume 2 Despite many obstacles challenging Umeko’s emotional, physical, and spiritual strength, she resolves to help Japan’s banished moon god return to the Divine Realm. Each day the 18-year-old, Indian and Japanese victim of circumstance survives in the magical mountain palace of her savior & sworn master, she sees for herself that rumors of his unstoppable power, bizarre tactics, and devastating appetite prove true. Stripped of his powers and cast from Takamagahara, the Heavens, for being wrongfully accused of killing another god, the moon god’s “mortal” flesh has fallen prey to the evil manipulation of an ancient and formidable, dragon demon. As the girl’s emotions grow uncontrollably strong over a pearlescent-skinned host infected by an insidious sickness, she finds even more complicated feelings developing for his closest servants. Finding it hard to keep environmental influences from poisoning her mind, flesh, and spirit with unparalleled lust and an insatiable curiosity to learn the truth of the world she’s spent her entire life in, Umeko fights to navigate the pleasures of life without losing sense of herself or her values. ****** WARNING This book contains mature and explicit content that bends the mind's perception of what it means to be human and what it means to believe in a higher power. Please be warned that if you are a highly devoted person of faith to any one religion, or are easily offended, this book may not be suitable for your enjoyment. This book contains graphic, adult content that may be triggering for some individuals, including but not limited to: scenarios that lack clear consent, intoxication, mono- & poly-theism, manipulation, sadism, abuse of power, imprisonment, servitude, inner conflict, slut and body shaming, demonic possession, nightmares, murder, morbid curiosity of death and dying, talk about suicide, blackmail, self-loathing, the stages of grief, de-programming from upbringing, religious differences, unrequited love, idolization, betrayal, talk of universal domination, casual sex, sex addiction, profanity, wet dreams, voyeurism, same-sex content, masturbation, bondage, humiliation, mention of group sex, and descriptive sexual relations involving three people (FMF & MFM). This series contains mature, graphic and explicit content intended to entertain readers by opening their minds to multiple perspectives about the massive gray areas of life that have made us all victims, heroes, and villains of circumstance. ***** Umeko panics when she hears a sound at the door. Right as she withdraws her hands from sweltering flesh and sits up, Tsukiyomi walks through the door. Closing it behind him, she stares in shock and awe. Gripping her robe shut, she's unaware of what to do or say. He sashays to the futon in a silk, black robe to his ankles with red and orange flames that ember into feathers down the sleeves. Staring down at her blankly, he kneel into the comfort of the bed and crawls over to her; his loose, cerulean locks slip over his shoulder as he moves in on his target. His sudden approach startles her into gasping his name when he brings his face close to hers and breathes in her scent. "Tsukiyomi-sama, I--!" He takes her hand and raises it to his mouth, her words followed by silence as he laps her juice from her flesh languidly slow. The invariant gaze of his mystical eyes remains on her face as he tastes her arousal, Umeko's groin pulsing from every feel of his tongue winding and rolling against the nerve endings of the pads of her fingers. The linen of her garb feels constricting against her erogenous zones as she breathes quietly, struggling to withhold the fire inside her yearning for his attention. "I could feel you; such a curious sensation," between tender pecks over knuckles and thumbs, "Were you thinking of me?" ***** Find out where your donations go by copy & pasting: https://thisangelshine.wixsite.com/angelshine
Angel_Shine · 10.6K Views

A CURSED LOVE

Money,fame,beauty... Ainsley had it all.She was believed to be the happiest lady alive but one thing they always forgot was that happiness never stayed long enough for an unfortunate woman like her. "I'm here sis!Back in Scotland...I can't wait to meet your soon -to- be husband"I looked at my sister as I spoke.She had changed over these years.She wore a diamond necklace matching with a linen gown,she crossed her legs as she sipped the orange juice....which was something she hated doing. "Yes sissy!He's a really cool guy...I will be happy right now if he sees my adorable sister at this moment"She finally replied after going through her messages for like hours.She tried to hug me, but stopped in the process.With a questioning look on her face she asked,"Didn't you bring a date?" I just glared at her in silence.Everyone knew I was not gonna date again after what happened 5 years ago. I had been heartbroken for a long time and was trying to gather the pieces of my heart again.I didn't need another man to ruin my life. "Well let's get inside Freya...I have to see your husband" I walked into the big hall with confidence trying to match the lace embroidered gown I wore.I wanted to show everyone I did not need a man.That I was independent and strong.I stood beside my best friend Lilian, chatting and catching up after our separation. I suddenly heard a familiar voice behind me."Hi"I heard the man say."Sis meet my soon- to -be hubby"My sister held his right arm and he playfully touched her hair.As I turned to see her husband,I froze in shock. My sister was getting married to the man who left me after destroying my dignity.The only person to make me go weak in the knees. "F-F-Fergus?"I said almost in a whisper.I lost the ability to be a complete normal person for years and never had the heart to love and now he shows up here?Not as my man but my sister's. Although he had left me a long time ago,he still had the key to my heart. Thank you for reading (⁠•⁠‿⁠•⁠)
Tyce_blox · 1.6K Views

THE BEST MUSIC

That accursed book had the ability not only to pervert and warp the fabric of space and time but to bend the very mind itself, to twist the psyche to breaking point and then go beyond. It was something not meant for this world. Exiting the motorway we quickly came to the large town of Dungannon, a town that had grown rapidly over the last decade as it had seen an influx of foreign nationals disproportionate to the rest of the country, who brought with them a diverse range of strange theologies and mysticisms. Some of these I knew as off-shoots of more mainstream theologies, others I knew to be cults new or old that barely clung to existence in the world as we know it, and one or two I had heard of only in legend and existed here as anywhere else in rumour. Parapsychology bore little interest to my erstwhile driver who guided us into the car park of some quaint local shopping mall that had served as a linen mill during the industrial revolution an age ago. A surprisingly modern bistro sat on a corner unit of the mall, all glass front with trendy chrome chairs and dark wood throughout and soon we were guided to a table and upon ordering we returned to our conversation about the unusual Valjean. That conversation did not last a great deal of time however as we had discussed at length during the journey the details of my entire communication with the musician and changing tact Professor Davids enquired as to how I was adjusting to life in Belfast after my time spent in Arkham. I confessed that at times I was still caught out by the quirks of European life compared to those of Americans, in the United States life and people were generally simpler in manner but at a faster pace than in European nations. The best descriptor I could think of was that in America politics was an occupation, in Europe it was a lifestyle choice. As the waitress arrived with our food I came to realise that I no longer had the attention of Professor Davids, indeed nothing seemed to be holding his gaze, as if his mind were absent from his body. “It’s the music, ” explained the waitress in answer to the question I had not asked and I then noticed the crackling warble filtering in that I had come to recognise as the work of my reclusive penpal, “AJ Valjean, some people seem to space out listening to his stuff, it really speaks to them.” “That could prove dangerous, ” I said snapping my fingers in the face of my colleague breaking his trance, “it’s like some form of hypnosis.” “I’ve never seen the harm in it, ” the waitress left our food and returned to the kitchen area, passing a waiter who I saw to be moving in an almost robotic fashion, and after that had caught my eye I came to realise that maybe half a dozen of the thirty or so in the room also behaved in the same trance state. “That was quite an unusual experience, ” the Professor spoke, “I felt as though my mind were slowly draining, it was peaceful, very calming. Your friend certainly makes music for the soul.” “It certainly is strange, ” I commented, I found it unsettling how powerful an effect such music could have on a receptive psyche. Clearly there was some subliminal waveform or message in the music that whether intentional or not was at the very least a hazard to drivers and pedestrians, at the worst I would dread to think. I ate my meal in uncomfortable silence, knowing what I know of the interests of AJ Valjean I doubted that the trance state was unintentional and could only hope that it did not exist to serve some hitherto unknown malign purpose. My eyes followed those who had been under the effect, watching to see any peculiarities or behavioural quirks beyond the generally accepted norm of human activity, indeed I kept one eye on my companion for having known academically for some time now he could best serve as a control group.
Songit_Sarker · 9.8K Views

Reborn As A Psycho Mummy

Synopsis In the blasted remnants of a world where the Pantheon descended in fury, cities crumbled like sandcastles against a vengeful tide, and humanity was purged in a divine conflagration. Among those claimed by the wrath of Egyptian gods was Jaede, the last to stand and the last to fall. But death was not the end—only a grim prelude. Now, entombed within the suffocating darkness, Jaede awakens with curses on his lips and desolation in his heart. Swathed in ancient linens, his hands grip a scythe eager for divine blood—Amenti's Whisper. The cold weapon demands a terrible price; to slay the gods in their hidden realm, to drink deeply of their ichor, and in doing so, to unveil the cataclysmic truths lost to the sands. Driven by vengeance, guided by the scythe's insatiable hunger, Jaede rises as a mummy reborn. His journey is one of relentless pursuit through a landscape both eerily familiar and hauntingly alien—a true Egypt shrouded from mortal eyes, where gods tread with impunity, and mythic beasts own the night. Every life taken, every deity slain, serves to imbue Amenti's Whisper with bone-chilling abilities, forging a path of destruction toward the heart of divinity. But power is a seductive curse, and answers lurk in the shadows of every temple and tomb. Jaede's odyssey lures him into the clutches of cults worshipping the fallen gods, pits him against villains who dance to the twisted tunes of power, and swathes him in the mysteries of a world torn asunder. Along the way, he encounters unlikely allies, former foes wearing the faces of acquaintances, and amidst the chaos, a love interest whose fate is entwined with his own—a flame in the everlasting gloom. Amongst the pantheon, whispers stir—a renegade mummy wielding Amenti's Whisper. Some fear the unravelling of their celestial tapestry, others beckon the challenge with a scornful smirk, but one question haunts them all: Why was the world destroyed? The answers, much like the path before Jaede, are shrouded in darkness and fraught with peril. To vanquish the gods is to peer into the abyss of forgotten epochs and unravel the tangle of creation and calamity. Some truths defy mortality, but Jaede, entwined with the destiny of Amenti's Whisper, has eternity to seek them out—or die once more trying.
Deleted_accou · 378 Views
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