Jim Butcher Subterranean Press

Have you ever wondered what runs in straight pretty boys' minds? Girls, soccer, jocks, buddys, money, cars, watches, fashion, skin care, nightouts, traumas, loyalty, cheating, alcohol, laughter, magazines, guitar, piano, press, daddy's business, credit card, ranks, coffee, strict diet, veggies, gym, workout. Some are 'YES' some are 'MAYBE'. But boys? Awww damn~~

You can read the full story here, but volume 1 is currently up for sale on amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CW3HYKRQ This is a slow-burn isekai story about a young girl named Siya who was born with a weak body into a world that only cares about Strength. Because of this, she isn’t able to even use the only thing she has going for her, a knack for strategy, which is the last thing that the nation of meat heads seems to care about. She faces many hardships and trials, struggling through abuse, grueling training, and seeing death around every turn. Despite all of this, she presses on, grasping at straws and using everything at her disposal to survive. Turning to devine favor, unique abilities, and even magic and dark magic later on, they each come with a new problem. As she finds unlikely friends, and deals with unthinkable betrayals, she struggles to finally stand tall and place herself in a position of power where her true abilities could finally shine. This is NOT a revenge story, but that isn’t to say the main character magically forgives people either.

[Participating in WSA 2024] #SYSTEM #GENDERBENDER #CROSSDRESSING Yun Shu crossed over in a game world and became one of the suitors for the General's daughter aka the Female Lead? In this world, the Male Leads are obsessed with the Female Lead, but she has no interest in them whatsoever. To have a safe long life and avoid the bad ending, Yun Shu decided to propose the Female Lead with an assurance of a contract marriage. She also agreed with the conditions in the contract and married her in a moment of desperation to get her freedom back. After the marriage everything became peaceful and all, but why does the Female Lead look at her in a weird way? She will snuggle in her arms and even wants to sleep together in the same bed? "Why are you doing this? You know it very well that I'm not interested in girl's!" Yun Shu yelled at her. But the woman pressed her in bed underneath her as she whispered in her ears, "I'm a man and you are a woman? What's the big deal?" Yun Shu, "..."

At the press conference, reporters bombarded Chen Xing with questions. "Can you explain how someone as young as you clinched the championship? We heard accusations from other contestants that you've been cheating? Is that true?" Chen Xing shoved the microphone that was pushed up to his nose away, his face filled with annoyance, "I want to state again very seriously that I haven't cheated!" As his words ended, Chen Xing waved his hand and summoned a behemoth that blotted out the sky, then jumped onto its back. "Damn it, I can't stand this anymore. Just because I raised them well, they say I cheated? My crocodile accidentally ate a demon, and that's cheating?"

This is a book about Dragons, and riding them, and looking super cool as you poke your enemies with your super long spear. Or so says the MC... Miles Burke was an average, everyday man with average, everyday issues. He was playing American Football on the front lines when he realized that the man he was supposed to tackle was, instead, tackling him. Furthermore, there was something wrong within his foe's helmet. Lo and behold, the appearance of truck-kun! As Miles reawakens in the lands of Grimos, watch as he sunders the very roots of magic. Watch as he presses his foes with his earth-shattering abdominal flexing. Watch as he shatters the skies with the roars of his Dragon! Please keep in mind, this book contains Wyrms (No-legs) Drakes (Lizards), Wyverns (2-Legs, 2-Wings, Sue My Furry Muffins), and Dragons (4 legs, 2 wings).

Blurb: This book contains explicit content. It's not for readers below I can’t believe I allowed the Devil to take my virginity a night before my wedding. “You are mine, El,” Lorenzo groaned as he pressed his hands against my body. “You can’t run from me. Never,” he continued. In a world full of greed and deceit, Marco, my father, had forced me to marry Lorenzo De Luca, the most feared Mafia lord, for money and recognition. The same man whom I vowed never to give myself too. But on that fateful day, I escaped my father’s house. In a quest to celebrate my freedom, I went to a club. I had promised myself to give my virginity to any man that I saw fit at the club. But I never knew I was giving myself to the same man I was running away from. Lorenzo De Luca is the most feared Mafia lord and leader of THE FOUR, a mafia group consisting of about six Mafia families. He is rumored to kill anyone who gets in his way. It was also rumored that he has been married three times and his wife mysteriously disappears on their wedding night. Now my fate is in the hands of the monster Lorenzo; how will I survive this? My name is Ella, and this is my story.

The soul transmigrated to Soul-Suppressing Street, only to be bullied by a lowly evil spirit general. In his previous life, he was a powerful Soul-Suppressing General—how could he now be humiliated and pressed to the ground by a mere evil spirit? As he lay dying, Zhu Mingzhang stood up once more. "If I don't dominate this world, wouldn't my arrival here be meaningless?"

Betrayed and butchered by his treacherous best friend, Carlo's soul was consumed by an insatiable thirst for vengeance. Reincarnated into the body of Eduardo, a lowly servant, he vowed to dismantle the ruthless Mafia empire of Marcello Diabolo, the monster who orchestrated his brutal demise. But plans went awry upon meeting Marcello. "You're mine, Eduardo. Why don't you spread your legs for me" Eduardo's resolve wavered as Marcello's seductive pull intensified. "Run, and I'll catch you. You'll never escape my bed" Marcello warned. "I need you inside me, not once, not twice, do it until I break" Torn between revenge and desire, Eduardo's secret threatened to expose him. Would Marcello's obsession endure, or would Eduardo succumb to his enemy's passion? Will Eduardo's quest for vengeance consume him, or will Marcello's fiery passion reduce his resolve to ashes?"

A hundred thousand years ago, a massive war erupted among cultivators. Countless immortals perished, the path of cultivation was broken, and once the conflict ended, the world was covered in tombs. Now, a hundred thousand years after the final legend disappeared, Long Feng, the leader of tomb raiders, arrives. Equipped with the Tome of Life and Death, he seeks answers to pressing questions.

[Simulation shall commence.] On this fateful day, the world was stunned by the appearance of ancient animals that were supposed to have gone extinct for millions of years. Huge sinkholes appeared in every corner of the world, becoming a tunnel for the ancient animals to emerge to the surface. Humans have found an answer to one of the biggest mysteries in human history. Hollow Earth is real. Here, humans will wrest their lives to explore this new world that has existed for thousands, if not millions, of years underneath them. Before the start of his exploration, Clovis came across a place called ‘Another World Mall.’ Dwarven Sword, Magical Elven Clothes, or Giant Race Toy? Everything can be found in this ‘Another World Mall.’ As an aspiring Subterranean Explorer, how would he utilize this ‘Another World Mall’ to become the greatest explorer of all time and find the truth about the simulation?

'If I have to modify my status then I would start with my two wishes: Strength and women.' '99 points to strength and with it I would fulfill my first wish, and not only that, but by using my strength I will be able to obtain a lot of money and, with it, women.' '[Reset Status Points]' 'Mentally pressing the reset button changed all my status points to just one attribute…' 'Intelligence!' '"I'll tell you why you should keep that slave for me until I buy her…"' 'Feeling smarter than ever I used every possible argument to convince the slave dealer not to sell that slave until I had the money to buy her. After all…' 'That slave is not only beautiful, she also has [Masochist] in her state!' 'I must buy her!' Note: Explicit sexual content begins in chapter 21. If you want to support, you can at: https://www.patr eon.com/finlegost There you can find chapters in advance. Release schedule: Wednesday

Completely naked his body pressing in hers. He slowly backed up and soaped up his hands. He turned her around and started with her shoulders he pulled her close she could feel the hard length of his hard length pressing up against her backside it gave her body goosebumps, shivering from its coldness. He steps back and washes her back and then her butt. While washing her butt he's groping it and smack it some making her wince. With each smack she whines a bit. He turned her to face him and then began to wash the front of her. First taking her arms and rubbing them and then moving his hands over and around her neck he goes for her breast. One in each hand he washes them squeezing and shaking them. Gripping them. Violet moans with pleasure. "You like that?" Gabriel said slickly "you like when I touch your breast and flick your nipples?" Violet moans quietly arching her back in response as he pinched her nipples. He moves from her breasts to her stomach and then below. He slides his hand between her legs and pulls her in. She gasps and holds on to him for support as he runs his fingers between her lips and clit. She's trembling from his touch. As he moves his finger around the outside of her. "Time to rinse off" he whispers to her. He uses his body to push her towards the water and he rubs her again he presses the front half of her body to his and washes the soap off her backside. She throws her head back. And begins to let out a scream, but he covers her mouth with his hands and says "shhhhh be quiet now." He spins her around so her back side is pressed against his c*ck. Feeling it's cold contact she throws her head back again gasping. Her then washes the front of her off pressing hard against her he gropes her breast squeezing them tight and pinching her nipples. She was so surprised by how good this felt. How badly she wanted him to bite her. And just as she finished that thought he stuck his hands between her legs again, and then he bit her on the opposite side of Oliver's bite. The bite burned her core undoing her as he played with her clit with his fingers and then sliding them inside her. Holding her body hostage with his fangs and fingers she completely submitted to his whims. He could have what ever he wanted in that moment and she wouldn't complain a bit. Pulling his fingers out of her and sucking her juices off them he says "You really are the best thing I've ever tasted. And now I know why my brothers are struggling not to f*ck you and are fighting over you. I don’t think we can wait until the full moon to start breaking you in." The book starts off without a lot of detail for the characters, but as the story progresses you you’ll notice each character develop and get to know them. Maybe even fall in love. Please enjoy!

After finding out she had at most five years left to live, Shikera Anderson could only live life in a carefree and unhindered manner, in order to numb the fear and sadness in her heart. However, her heart shattered when she was forced waste a year stuck in an marriage contract with a masked man, in exchange for her father's life. "The main clause of the contract: Don't touch my daughter!" Ethan DeLoach, the most wanted personality by all the press stations in the country, hated reporters with passion until one came into his life in form of a contract wife. He was able to keep her at bay until her despicable lips turned out to be the cure for his terrifying nightmares. As they experiment with their lips every night before sleeping, how long would it take them to succumb to the throngs of passion while throwing all caution to the wind? Will Shikera be able to dissolve the hatred Ethan has for reporters, with her plain and carefree attitude? How will Ethan react when he finds out what the repercussion was for breaking the contract? And finally, would the love between them defy Shikera's short life span? *** "Ethan, why the fuck did you not tell me I had hickeys on my neck?!" Shikera yelled. "I practically announced to the whole nation that I had a passionate night!" "That's not my fault though. You could have lied they were birthmarks." "And when the marks fade, another lie?" she asked irritatingly. He smirked mischievously at her words, before leaning over to whisper into her ear, "No worries, I will renew them every night."

Nature is often cruel, and many creatures are born to die, but when faced with adversity one must learn to adapt Born in the subterranean hell that was Yi Mountain, I was forced to commit atrocious acts just to survive. In the darkness, where strength is the only law, even my brothers became enemies, and I devoured them in a desperate bid to stay alive. I am no ordinary beast. I am a Lizard, shaped by the merciless depths, where every day is a battle against hunger and predators. But in this brutal world, I have learned to be more than just a survivor. I have evolved, I have become stronger, faster, more cunning with each new trial. Now, as I crawl out of the depths, I face greater enemies—those who want to see my end before I reach my full potential. But I’ve unlocked a power deep within me, a power that allows me to transcend the limits of my kind. With this newfound strength, my evolution has only begun. Life is cruel, and my path is filled with obstacles, and tribulations , but Let us see, for I can evolve endlessly

a brunette who got a job at the most famous company in Japan, her first encounter with her boss was too unexpected. slowly, the two of them fall in love with each other

A catastrophic incident takes place in the year of 2024, when the globe is facing unheard-of difficulties. Massive tree sprouts from the ground in the middle of an typical neighborhood, growing quickly and with menacing growth. The Earth is gripped by terror and confusion as the tree flies into the sky. With their knowledge of this unusual occurrence rendered worthless, governments, scientists, and the armed forces are completely perplexed. As the tree's shadow grows and casts a pall over humanity, the entire globe watches in terror. The familiar atmosphere grows denser, pressing down on all living things with a physical pressure. The tree attracts a diverse range of people within its area of influence as each day goes by. Certain people mutter the term "Yggdrasil," connecting the enormous tree to legendary stories, having knowledge of old predictions and tales. Others are just entangled in the net of this worldwide abnormality, oblivious to such information. As life intersects and their destiny become entwined with the mysterious tree, love, loss, and desperation merge. When chaos and uncertainty take over the globe.

'Gwen pushed him back, trying to create enough space between them. "I do not love you." Alexander smirked. "You do. You just don't know that you do." Gwen moved back. "Do you know the ways of my heart." "Yes, I do. And it tells the truth. You are only too stubborn to acknowledge it." He moved closer, pressing her against the wall. "When you decide to tell yourself the truth, I will be waiting." He kissed her forehead. "But don't make me wait long. I am not as patient as people think." This time he kissed her lips and staked off, leaving Gwen in a complete daze.' Marriage and a family is all life is to Gwen and she would see to it that she is not humiliated before then. A wife, and not a mistress is what she plans to be, but what can be done when the king of her country makes a proposal to put her by his side? Alexander is used to getting what he wants and getting his way, after all, he is King. But when he sets his eyes on the young and beautiful Guinevere who is just as stubborn as he is, will making her stay at the castle earn him her love, or will it be the beginning of his undoing? (Hating Her King is the sequel to Loving Her Duke and is also the second book of the British Blood Trilogy.)

Ashlynn thought she knew the world she lived in—a world defined by her routine days at college, familiar faces, and simple, unremarkable mornings. But everything changes when a strange mist rolls in, blanketing the city and bringing with it an inexplicable sickness that turns people into lifeless, gray-skinned creatures. Those caught outside in the mist are the first to fall, and the terror quickly spreads. Cut off from help and surrounded by survivors as scared as she is, Ashlynn must navigate a city transformed into a nightmarish maze. With only a few essentials and sheer will to survive, she realizes the real threat isn't just the mist or the creatures it creates, but also the desperation it awakens in those still alive. As Ashlynn confronts her worst fears, she discovers an unexpected strength within herself. But with the mist pressing in closer, time is running out. Every day becomes a fight to hold onto her humanity and find a way to escape the grip of the mist before it claims everything she holds dear. In a story that blends survival horror with personal resilience, The Mist reveals that sometimes, even in darkness, the strongest light can be found within.

Two thousand years after the fall of the ancient regime, the world is divided into various city-states, each striving through advances in science and engineering to reclaim the greatness once held by civilizations blessed with magic and alchemy. Alex, a young woman from the slums of Ironforge —a sprawling subterranean citadel— survives day by day by taking on all sorts of illegal jobs through her business, Ironfist Solutions. Her only goal is to make enough money to cover the high fees for the hospital where her grandmother is cared for. However, destiny’s hand stirs the waters of her world, leading her to cross paths with Selene, the only sister of Senator Verethis Thalorian of the imposing city of Atlas, and the fiancée of the son of Ironforge's Commander-in-Chief. She never should have accepted that necklace… Or at least, that was what Alex kept telling herself in a miserable, desperate attempt to avoid facing the fact that, for the first time in her life, there was something that truly mattered to her.

Congratulations on your rental of the FC1000! Sit on this chair and choose a specific date/event or press the random button. Rafael started by chosing to see the first humans to land on the moon of Saturn, Enceladus. After that, he selected to see the global conflict of opposite opinions about the public release of the ELSpan. Then, to see the third city destroyed by a nuke. "Damn... let's try something random before I see the global reaction of the ITER success." *Click* 5... 4....3....*PI*PI*PI*...2..."Warning"...1..."failure of"... 0

When happens when a desperate youth player gets a system that gives him a second chance at football? Alexis Butcher was destined for football greatness—until a devastating injury shattered his dreams before they even began. At rock bottom, with no hope left, an extraordinary twist changes everything: a mysterious system activates within him, offering a miraculous second chance at the game he loves. Now, armed with incredible abilities and a relentless drive to succeed, Alexis returns to the pitch. Watch as he humiliates defenders, sets up stunning assists, and racks up goals in his pursuit of becoming the greatest footballer the world has ever seen.

"I, Thandie Lohan vow to focus all my energy on building my career and the day I fall in love again will be the day the sun dances". I was done with men and their empty promises, the old fairy-tale romance Thandie was gone and that is how I met him, a simple desire, the curiosity to know how the warmth of his body felt pressed against mine. It was supposed to be a passing phase, an experiment and he was supposed to be a companion that came with very little expectations, a temporary plaything... Let me tell you a story of how the sun danced...

Under the blood-streaked moon, Raelyn is trapped in a nightmarish slaughterhouse, surrounded by twisted corpses and relentless killer. As the butcher carves through his victims with sickening precision, Raelyn must escape the carnage before becoming part of his grotesque collection. Echoes of the Damned is a relentless journey of terror, drenched in blood and unimaginable horror.

"Miles," I said again, my voice a bit shaky now. "Why did you bring me here?" He turned to face me, his expression suddenly serious. He stepped closer, and I felt my back press against the cold wall behind me. His face was so close to mine that I could feel his breath on my skin. "I like you," he whispered. My mind went blank. For a few seconds, I just stood there, staring at him, not sure if I had heard him right. Then, out of nowhere, I burst out laughing. It wasn’t that I didn’t take him seriously; I just didn’t know how else to react. Miles was not the type of person to confess his feelings like that. This had to be a joke, right? "Miles, you—" I started, but before I could finish, he grabbed me by the collar and kissed me. It wasn’t a soft, gentle kiss. It was rough, almost desperate. I froze, my mind reeling. This couldn’t be happening. But it was. His lips were on mine, his body pressed against me. For a moment, I was too shocked to do anything, but then I shoved him away with all the strength I had left, my heart racing in my chest. "What the hell, Miles?" I shouted, my voice shaking with a mix of anger and confusion. He wiped his mouth with the back of his hand, his expression calm, too calm. "I’m sorry," he said quietly. "It was just a joke." "The plot revolves around Miles and leo, two high school boys who were once friends but are now just strangers. But what happens when, one day, Miles kisses leo and tells him that he likes him? But it's just a joke....? What the heck! Leo didn't like this joke at all.

"Shhhh," he cut me off, his palms spreading on the revealed skin of my abdomen. His index fingers made their way into the waistband of my sweatpants as he pressed his front closer to my behind. "Don't shush m-" I tried to argue. "I said so," he stated, his tone going deeper as his hand went lower, this time to the waistband of my panties. I couldn't control my breathing anymore, more so as his teeth lightly grazed my neck. "So you better obey." ^^^^^^^ They say "A night in Vegas can change your life." Rachel didn't think this saying would apply to her. Well that was until she opened the door of her hotel room after a crazy night out. As a marriage certificate is shoved in her face, she notices a glistening diamond on her ring finger. The piece of paper turns out to be legit as stated by the lawyer who presented it. What's more shocking is that her said husband is Lorenzo Caden Peters, one of the best actors in the world and soon to be CEO of the biggest textile company around the globe. How would their life turn out?

In a fantasy world revolving around magic and swords, A young man Kaiser was summoned into the body of a Demon Lord's son. The family members shows no affection to each other and are hungry for his flesh while the chosen warrior of light wanted to dye their sword in crimson colour with his blood. Finally, facing the dead end on both sides, he has no other choice except weilding the butcher's knife and relieve his father from his duties. Henceforth, The age of Demon Lord was over and the era of Greater Demon God begins. R18 / INCEST/BDSM/ GANGBANG/MONSTER/ EGGS/ KINGDOM BUILDING / TENTACLES /Slavery / Birth / Pregnancy/

In a realm where betrayal drips like poison, two brothers Aven and Cyrus -witness their parents' brutal murder. Their father's younger brother,Lord Alexander craves the throne, and blood stains the palace floor. But their parents' dying breaths gift them an ancient medallion—a spiritual artifact that tears through dimensions. Pressing it, they awaken in a strange city on Earth, far from their realm. Here, skyscrapers scrape the heavens, and magic hums beneath the neon glow. As Aven and Cyrus adapt to urban life, under the care of doctor Hartley whose married to a university professor,they make acquittances and allies. Their quest unfolds—a blend of vengeance, and love as one of the wolf brothers falls in love with a city girl who happens to be someone who saved them when they landed on earth.

No mundo onde a fantasia é real, criaturas mágicas que dividem o mesmo lado da moeda que a humanidade, em uma sociedade tomada por individuos portadores de habilidades especiais. As engrenagens do caos, que antes estavam travadas, começou a girar mais uma vez, sobre este mundo. Ameaçando novamente o equilíbrio e a harmonia daqueles que vivem em Yggdrasil. Quando, com o seu despertar, Koshiro Kazaneru, decide seguir sua vida, pela jornada de ser um aventureiro candidato a herói, e trazer ao vilarejo onde vive, um herói que os protege, e que trará grandes mudanças para o mundo, no presságio silencioso de um caos eminente. Porém, infelizmente, as engrenagens do destino, são neutras, e não seguem por meio da justiça terrena. Seu mundo idealizado por um sonho de seu "pai", virará totalmente de cabeça pra baixo em sua jornada nessa obra de fantasia, cheia de tragédias e glórias. Enquanto segue em frente, caminhando contra uma correnteza de emoções e dificuldades para chegar ao final feliz. Jornada - Saga do Necromante 1

The Crowned prince Shahzaib Al-Qadri, set out to explore the southern kingdom for the very first time. He was exhilarated for the adventurous trip with his companions but what he did not expect was, he would come across an ethereal Maiden Inaya Al-Amir, who managed to steal his breath away at mere first sight. Even though the lady belonged from a wealthy merchant family but she was no nobel. A royal prince was expected to be marrying a royal princess for it would determine the future of the Empire. A formidable emperor needs a vehement empress. Marriage between Royals are more of a convenience where feeling had very less value. Will the ruling emperor accept a citizen, as the Crowned princess and allow for her to rule beside the crowned Prince? What will Shahzaib choose when he was given only two choices, the throne or his love? Preview : Who are you?", Inaya asked, her voice was stoic and commanding. She pressed on the well built male's chest more, pressing the knife on the throat as a warning to obey her or she wouldn't hesitate to slice that neck. For the first time in his life he was surrendering willingly. "Can not you speak, you ignorant disrespectful hooligan", she exclaimed in frustration, "Considering our current situation, I shall not be the one to be addressed as hooligan", came a heavy manly voice which gave shivers down the lady's spine. "Do not try to twist the situation.. It is you who has been following me like a shameless stalker", she pressed the daggers more which gave a scratch on the prince's throat nevertheless, he did not even blink. "My dignity would never allow me to commit such hideous act, my lady", he stated firmly, "Your words extremely contradict your action", She narrowed her eyes at the other who let out a gruff chuckle which sounded unreasonably attractive. "I concede that my actions may seem like the accusations you have pressed upon me, but have faith in me for I am a slave of the Almighty, I shall never dishonor a woman", he exclaimed sincerely. Inaya's fierce facade faltered for a mere seconds but she again narrowed her eyes. "I am no fool.. Nevertheless I do not wish to be seen with an unknown man", Inaya finally retreated her weapon. "If you claim to be innocent then do not show me your fa-well do not appear before me", she cleared her throat awkwardly for the male's face was already covered. Shahzaib bit his lips to stop the laugh that almost slipped out but he remained unmoving nonetheless. She glared at him before storming off.

#Femaleontop#R18 #Midevil #Warriors#Romantic #SimpHusband#HopelessRomantic#Reincarnation#EnergeticWife Rachel Wells is an outgoing College gal who strives to live her 20s to the max. While studying historical concepts she likes to use her free time to indulge in gentlemen's clubs. However, this rubs her father the wrong way. Can't she just live a little? After Rachel reincarnates as Beatrice from the Novel "If I Could Be of Use" " she is placed in an unfortunate situation of the suic*d*l bride. Can she chit-chat her way out of this one? Is she able to keep living normally? Will she try to break free from the marriage or charm her new husband? ______________________________________________________________ *Exclusive glimpse* Beatrice grasped her husband's palm and tugged him along the garden when she realized he was taking his sweet time. "Now, D-dear can't you take it easy for a today?". Lorcan slowly pulled his left hand away from his wife and grabbed her waist with his right hand. She slightly pressed her lips as she searched his eyes for questions he didn't say out loud. "I'm not pregnant, Leo." He clasped his hands with hers and neared to her face. "But we're not absolutely sure yet..." Beatrice inched closer to his face with a cheeky smile "But I am". Lorcan nuzzled closer to his wife's ear and wrapped his hands around her slender waist. "How's this?" Beatrice held back her laugh and whispered in his ear. "That's cause, I'm bleeding, right now." Lorcans face turned from pale, to pink, to the redest wine. Pulling away from his wife he quickly passed himself to the gardens exit. Beatrice burst out laughing which caught the servants nearby off guard. "Leoo!~ Why do you have to act like that?" Lorcan halted his steps and stood in his tracts. "Why... Must you be so vulgure.." Lorcan pressed his cold hands onto his burning cheeks. Beatrice crept up on him and slid her slender arms around his shoulders. "Oh please, there's no need for you to be embarrassed. It's normal." A smile crept on her lips as she brushed her lips onto his ear causing Lorcan to tense up. "Plus, I want you to know I'll be expecting you this Thursday evening, My dear Leo."