Anne Rice The Witching Hour

#She cursed herself to never be in love only to fall harder for him# ... "I know you like me and I like you too. But with my status, I can't lower myself to marry a mistress's daughter. Someone like you fit only to be my toy" Hearing the man she loved say such heartbreaking words, Lilian was devastated. "Even if I were to be reborn, love shall be the last thing I feel for a man" she cursed herself on her deathbed. And she was reborn as Rosalind Hellebore. ... Lucien Kingsley waited for centuries to meet that one woman who was said to be his family's saviour, someone who would end their misery. And they both ran into each other by accident or that was what she thought. ... "How do you want to pay for this?" Lucien asked wiping the wine stains on his suit jacket. "I'll wash it myself" Rosie muttered, with her head lowered. "Not happening" Lucien's voice was decisive with no chance for her to bargain. "Then I'll pay the amount in instalments. For now, take this" Rosie uttered, taking out the two hundred dollar bills she saved after working for two long months. "Just until when will you pay me the full amount like this?" Lucien scoffed. "What do you want me to do then? I'm not from a rich family like you. I'm dirt poor. Even the dress I'm wearing now was bought by someone else" Rosie felt her eyes burn but held back the tears as tears were the last thing she wanted to show him now. "How about you work for me?" Lucien's voice was the softest he ever used on anyone. "Really?!" Rosie exclaimed. That was it. Rosie, the little lamb fell into the big bad wolf's trap. Read more to know how Rosalind and Lucien take on a journey of love and mystery.

Ask, under the starry sky there was a beauty, her black hair like eternal night, bright eyes sparkling like stars, her powerful magic made the world tremble, her supreme beauty made all creatures submit, who was this beauty? "That's right, it's me, the Witch King, Dorothy!" ps: The original title is "Armed Witch." This is a slow-burn story, not for those who dislike a slow pace. Not for those who dislike a slow pace! Not for those who dislike a slow pace!

Dual cultivation isn't a choice; it's a necessity. After being struck by a truck like most lucky protagonists (or unlucky ones), Vaan found himself transmigrated into the body of an orphan in the world of witches and demons. However, they didn't always exist. Demons terrorized the world ever since the Gehenna Realm descended over 300 years ago. but along with them, came mana, giving birth to witches to combat these demons. Since then, the world of men was dominated by witches, establishing the seven witch kingdoms, which safeguards at the forefront of the demon invasion. In order to survive in the matriarchal society of the witch kingdoms, Vaan, like all other men who cannot use magic, had to learn how to service the witches to survive. Nevertheless, it did not come without its own benefits. Years of research have led the world to the discovery of intimacy between men and women could increase the witches' mana absorption. But at the same time, men could absorb some of this mana to improve their physique and lifespan. Thus, since then, an intricate relationship was formed between men and witches in the red-light districts. Love became casual, and dual cultivation is common. As a prodigy in the art of pleasing women, Vaan lived a smooth two years since his transmigration as an orphan. However, everything came crashing down in a heartbeat one day when his life was nearly taken, and Lady Eniwse whom he served went berserk. Even so, that was not the end. With the awakening of the Witch Hunter System, watch how Vaan takes on the world and becomes the lord of witches. ===== Genre: [Mature Content] [R-18] [Smut] [Magic] [Witches] [Demons] [Spirits] [Dragons] [Beasts] [Reincarnation] [Adventure] [Action] [Mystery] [Academy] [Weak-to-Strong] [Scheming MC] [Harem] [System] [Servants] [Slaves] [Smart MC] [Alchemy] [Forging] [Misunderstandings] [Game Elements] [Kingdom-Building] [Overpowered MC] ===== Note: Contains lemons. Hunting witches does not necessarily imply killing witches, if you know what I mean ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) ===== Feel free to join the discord for novel discussion or grab the novel update role to be notified as soon as new chapters are released in the link below; https://discord.gg/9SUWMPZ ===== My other novels; First novel: Prime Originator (Shared Universe) Second novel: I am a Notorious Boss in the Alternate World (Shared Universe) =====

After her life had become a series of tragedies, Maya suddenly woke up in a hospital, finding herself a victim of an extraordinary lightning strike. Strange, inexplicable occurrences begin to unravel around her, and her once-dull world feels increasingly surreal. Before long, a mysterious woman arrives at her doorstep with a startling revelation: Maya’s suffering has granted her a new power. With nothing left to lose, Maya follows her into Mellgrah—a hidden world where witches and magic found their sanctuary long ago. In Mellgrah, Maya is offered a coveted place at the prestigious Amellan Academy. Thrilled by the promise of an extraordinary new life, she eagerly embraces her newfound path. However, as she navigates the competitive and enigmatic world of young mages, Maya begins to uncover dark secrets lurking beneath Mellgrah’s surface. The further she’s drawn into this realm’s tangled history, the more she realizes that her arrival may have been no coincidence. Bound to a fate larger than herself, Maya must decide whether to embrace her role in Mellgrah’s uncertain future—or risk losing everything.

Have you heard of the rumor? There's a witch roamin' around on the streets of Gehenna with her henchmen. The two has been causing a riot here and there, and some witness said that the witch ate some guy's eyeballs. Why you ask? That's the worst part, she's blind. ___ TW: This story contains many explicit scenes that isn't suitable for sensitive readers. You have been warned.

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Synopsis: When has listening to her best friend ever been the wise decision? Luna Ravenwood knew better, or at least, she thought she did. While trying to win over the guy she had a crush on for years, Luna listens to her best friend and decides to use magic to win over Adam Fisk's heart. What could go wrong? Excerpt: "Really? Sweets? You're taking this 'food is the way to a man's heart' a little too seriously." Kwon sneered. He went to grab a cookie from the pile but Luna moved the plate away from him. He raised an eyebrow, probably thinking that she was acting childish. Reaching with his left hand, he made a move toward the plate. What she didn't see was that his right hand was in position with the plate moving right towards it. "Better luck next time." He smiled as he took a bite of the heart-shaped cookie. Adam came back and grabbed another cookie. As he ate, he looked around. "No water?" An idea hit Luna. She fished in her bag for the spare love potion that she had stored in a water bottle. It was completely full and the lid was tightened enough that it could pass as a brand new, unused bottle that she just got out of the machine. "Here you go. I just happened to have an extra." He gratefully accepted the water then he and Kwon walked off toward the coach. Luna slammed the plate into the arms of a confused Carl. It worked. The plan actually worked. She was so excited that she could start dancing at any moment. "Don't celebrate just yet." Isaac pointed to where Adam and Kwon stood talking to the coach. Kwon unscrewed the lid to his water and took a drink. Fear seeped into her. She was positive that Kwon did not have a water with him earlier. She looked down at Adam's hands and saw that he no longer had the bottle filled with love potion. "No!" *This is an fantasy-urban-romance novel.

A group of wolves, a gathering of witches, a trio of bears. An engaging narrative... Alpha Yona is struggling with his emotions towards Chhaya. He is hesitant to pursue a romantic connection with someone who is not his destined wolf partner. Despite his reservations, does he harbor romantic feelings for her? Cedric, Colton, and Connor are formidable bears with a significant issue involving the wolf pack. Both groups are attempting to eliminate the demons and are feeling irritated by the competition. Cedric is infatuated with Saturn, the leader of the coven, who is fixated on Alpha Yona. Can Saturn maintain focus to lead the witches effectively? Will Alpha Yona be able to navigate this complicated love triangle while maintaining order?

Dahlia gave up her life to prepare her brother for the Alpha king's succession but in return, he viewed her as a threat to his kingdom and sold her as a slave to the Zrika pack; The isolated kingdom known for their hatred toward the Kayer kingdom. Her life was in shambles as she was hated for where she came from, dubbed as a witch, and worked like a dog despite being of royal bloodline but everything did a complete turnaround when she found out her mate was none other than the ruthless Alpha king of the Zrika kingdom, King Azriel. Secrets and twists get unraveled as a toxin that was thought to be destroyed four decades ago resurfaces, taking the lives of countless wolves. A new villain is on the rise and he's out for revenge but none of them have a clue as to who this devil might be. ********* Excerpt------- >> "I'm still a slave here your Majesty, mate or not," Dahlia said as she tried calming the storm brewing within her heart. "It's the other way round," Azriel inched closer to her as he spoke, "I'm the slave here, a slave to you, Dahlia. My thoughts, dreams, and nightmares are all filled with your smile, voice, scent, and touch. Resisting you has become a burden to me and each second that passes without me claiming you, my mate, is unbearable."

Piper, a powerful witch, finds herself pregnant by Daemon, a mysterious vampire with a dark past. As she navigates her pregnancy, she faces relentless attacks from witches, wolves, and vampires who all have their own reasons for wanting her babies gone. With danger lurking at every corner, Piper must rely on her magical abilities and form unexpected alliances to protect herself and her unborn children. As the threats intensify, Piper's journey becomes a thrilling race against time to ensure the safety of her family.

Henry Savoy was a mixer—not bartender!—and the owner of a little local dive called the Walking Stick. After a particularly great night, just as he was about to close up, a sudden storm hit his bar. But—he didn’t die. Or... did he? No, I'm just fucking with you. Much to his surprise, he was transported into the world of Tearh—one right out of a fantasy novel. When he awoke, monks immediately declared him the Chosen One. Worse yet, he’s not exactly the hero type, and worse still, this world has no idea what an alcoholic beverage even is. All Henry wants is to get back home to the Walking Stick. So that’s what he’ll do—if the calamitous daemon lords, knights, saints, aristocrats, and a few meddling gods don’t get in his way. If there’s no way home, Henry will make one, because the Walking Stick will always need her mixer. "Or you know, I might stay here because fuck you. That's why."

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.

When Skye's boyfriend of five years, Derek, breaks up with her out of the blue during their wedding preparations, it feels like her whole world is crumbling. That is, until she happens upon a notebook containing what looks like magic spells. With nothing left to lose and in need of a distraction, Skye tries a spell...

when you are born with a gift of unknown but still sinking in finding your blood sister will all his false imagination come to reality of all stories of the ghouls , vampires wolves and creatures come to our resistanal city ?

In the sizzling world of contemporary romance and workplace drama, "Working Hours" delves deep into the tangled web of desire and power at Kikomori Financing. When Aaliyah, reeling from a painful past, finds solace in a surprising connection with her coworker Lee, little does she know that their encounter will unravel a chain of events that tests her heart and career. As the enigmatic Kai, president of the company, unveils his true identity in a ruthless display of power, Aaliyah is thrust into a whirlwind of conflicting emotions. Her attraction to Kai battles against the stark realities of office politics and personal demons, leading her down a path of self-discovery and growth. With seductive undertones and lush descriptions painting a vivid picture of love, ambition, and intrigue weaves a tale of passion and resilience in the face of unexpected challenges. Will Aaliyah find the strength to navigate the complexities of her newfound relationship with Kai while forging her own path to empowerment? Discover a world where boundaries blur and desires ignite in this evocative journey toward love and self-acceptance.

a simple lady turns out the smartest witch of all?

Growing up with eccentric materialistic parents who left him in the care of his grandfather for a job overseas, Zhang Heng had learned to adapt and be unfettered by the oddities and challenges in life. But he would soon learn the baffling truth about the world he thought he knew when one day at midnight time froze and he found himself in a world so quiet and still it was deafening. That night, he discovered that he had 24 hours more than everybody else and thus, marked the beginning of his adventures. The mysteries surrounding his newfound ability only deepened when a strange old man claimed to have given Zhang Heng that ‘gift of time’ and recruited the young man to participate in a cryptic ‘life-changing’ game on his behalf. Little did Zhang Heng know that accepting those terms meant embroiling himself in many versions of reality and exposing himself to the hidden secrets of the world—a decision he could never undo.

In a world where mathematics and cosmic forces intertwine, Jake Vietnam was born from the Stellar Heavenly Child. Guided by the teachings of Kirk Weiler, the enigmatic author of the sacred eMath texts, Jake assembles a group of friends versed in the arcane arts of mathematics.

People go missing all over the world. Some get found, but some remain a mystery and then are forgotten over time. The causes of these cases are from a selection of circumstances: kidnapping, getting lost, being a victim of a crime, miscommunication or even mental illnesses. In this case, the circumstances are drastically different. Genre: mystery, bit of thriller, "bit of romance," horror, comedy, action, adventure

A lonely witch curses the world in hopes to get laid.

Eunho, a 26-year-old woman, has been haunted by recurring dreams of a faceless student wearing her high school uniform. The dreams stir fragmented memories, but her past remains shrouded in mystery. When she reunites with her high school friends, emotions overwhelm her, and she flees the reunion. In a shocking turn of events, she drowns in a nearby river. Instead of death, Eunho awakens in her 17-year-old body, transported back to her school days, Will she able to go back in her time and find out about her memory.

A Horror

The Alchemy of Stolen Hours In a world where time is currency, Ren Marcellus is an alchemist unlike any other. At just 26, he has unlocked a secret other could only dream of: the power to manipulate time itself. But every hour he steals from the universe leaves cracks in reality, triggering distortions that grow more dangerous with each experiment. The thrill of absolute control draws Ren in—until Kiera, a fierce woman claiming to be a time traveler, arrives with a dire warning. In her future, his alchemy has shattered the world, leaving chaos in its wake. Now, she needs his help to reverse the damage and save a future hanging by a thread. Reluctantly bound, Ren and Kiera set out to repair fractured pockets of time, uncovering remnants of a powerful shadow organization that would kill to control his knowledge. As they race against time, each new discovery pushes them closer, their bond tested by deadly trials and supernatural forces tied to the origins of time itself. But when they find the Heart of Time, an ancient artifact holding the key to time’s essence, Ren and Kiera must make the ultimate sacrifice. Will they choose power—or the fate of the world? The Alchemy of Stolen Hours is a gripping journey of forbidden magic, high-stakes romance, and two souls bound by destiny, where every choice could mean the difference between salvation and utter collapse.

There just so happens to be a big dark house owned by two young teens, Katrina and Sarah, which was found out just when Halloween is around the corner. When the party goers plan a Halloween party, something seems to catch their eye and rumors start to catch their ears. The sisters find out more about their family and a little more about the area they live in. Not only were there unnatural creatures living in the woods that surround them, but the sisters have to learn their culture to protect themselves. Who can they believe? What can they believe? Or will they believe at all? ------------------------------------ You are playing as Sarah, a 14-year-old girl. Read very closely at the hints and surroundings your player takes. Choose a choice, and make sure it's the best one, because one small bad move and your character is dead. Be careful, and most importantly, have fun!

“Let men all know that those bearing the Mark of Death are doomed to die. – both thy righteous and thy unrighteous, for I have placed my curse on them. Thou that has sin, thou shall die. Thou that was birthed from thy womb of sin, thou shall die. Thy sins of men has calleth forth thy presence of death. Let all men die, it is what they deserve.” – Brother Horris. Set in fictional system/universe, The Hour of Death tells a tale of Vanessa; a beautiful college student who navigates through the pain of betrayal and distrust caused by those she considered her friends. Eager to forgive them, Vanessa answers their call and goes to meet them at the location they provided. There, she was molested and abused. In an attempt to escape clutches of these evil friends, she was thrown off the bridge and died . Witnessing his daughter die, Horris; Vanessa's father, decides to report the what he had seen to the police. The police, on the other hand, tells him a different story - Vanessa had fallen off the bridge when she was hanging out with her friends. Horris begs Vanessa's evil friend's to confess their sins and receive their punishments, but they refused and called him an insane person. Realizing that the parents of these sinners had bribed the police and that there was nothing he could do, Horris decides to do the unthinkable. With a book called Doombringer, he curses the entire world, filling it with evil and darkness from an unknown world. Vanessa was the only purpose of his existence and now that she no longer existed, he had no reason to live anymore… As several weeks passed, people began to die mysteriously. Some disappeared while others went insane. Strange events surfaced later on while the number of daily deaths continued to rise. No-one really knew what was happening, but those knew who about the curse, knew that the world had been set on a fixed path and that path led her towards destruction and doom!

In a world where alliances are forged through calculated moves and silent battles, she had learned to expect nothing from anyone—especially not her family. Her marriage to the Duke was merely a political contract, arranged and signed off by her own father, a man who had despised her very existence. Yet now, unexpectedly, he reappears in her life, invoking his authority and demanding her return, claiming a sudden and unsettling interest in her well-being. His presence stirs up memories of a cold and indifferent parent, yet his demeanor is strangely transformed, his intentions unclear. As she navigates her father’s unexpected change, her husband—the cold, ruthless Duke known for his iron will and noble bearing—begins to reveal layers she never anticipated. Was he truly the aloof, callous man everyone feared, or were the rumors mere shadows of the truth? With her loyalties pulled in opposing directions and her heart caught between mistrust and curiosity, she unravels the secrets surrounding both men, each hiding a truth that could redefine her life and her place in their world.

Salem village was the home to a group of witches that wanted to live a normal life. Sara, Mary, Isabelle, Emily, and Elizabeth were witches that were in the same coven. When they arrived to the village witch hunting was at its peak and it was a dangerous time to live there. But living a normal life they have to hide their identity and their lifestyle from the villagers. The worst thing that could have happen if accused of practicing witchcraft was to be publicly burned at the stake. Can they live among the villagers as normal people and hide their gift or will they give in to their own desires and pleasures and doom themselves before its too late to save themselves from the fire?