Should You Let Astarion Drink Your Blood

[Mature Content Warning] Markos is a new templar in the Order of the Holy Sword. He must venture through the wilds of Drassin to slay demons, and stop elves from corrupting the world with magic. When he uncovers a conspiracy that runs deep through the very faith of Drassin, he must survive it or die trying. In this world where love between humans and magic users are forbidden, what will he do if he falls in love with the very people he's supposed to be fighting? ----- The Church of the Holy Sword denounces elves as the destroyers of the world. All magic use is forbidden. With its Templars, the Holy Sword has driven elves into the dark wild places. Elves wield the raw essence of magic that gives birth to demons. They warn to never let an elf meet your eye or else you will be cursed as a heartless beast until the end of your days. All his life, Markos Louvel dreamed of becoming one of the elite templars of the Order of the Holy Sword, sworn to protect all of Dressin from the threat of demons, elves, and vile magic users. One day in preparation for his proving trials, he stumbled across an elf bathing in a pool while hunting for a rare white deer. Once he encounters her, he finds himself rushed into his templar trials as his own magical ability awakens. A novel based on my rpg setting of "Shattered Universe" Cover Art by Nicoy Guevarra (https://nicoyguevarra.wixsite.com) With additional art by Kim_Lei and Nicoy Guevarra. Discord: https://discord.gg/Y79vUr4mrf Ko-fi: https://www.ko-fi.com/studiohnh

A speech-impaired girl's life is remade with people who suddenly enter her life.

Stark is the youngest son of the greatest Okanshield clan. After he gets himself kicked out of their clan, he meets a tragic fate…but before he dies, the Goddess of death gives him a second chance. Now he must use his new power for himself alone, and not caring about the fate of the novel world that he tried to save in his previous life.

I wish I had never met him. If he had never looked in my direction, would things be different now? I ask myself that question every time I think about Jack Carlos-his smile, his confidence, the way his eyes seemed to see right through me from the very first moment we met. ~~~~ she never expected someone like him to notice someone like her. Jack Carlos was a name everyone knew: wealthy, charming, and entirely out of her league. When their eyes met that day, it had felt something-a spark, a connection he couldn't explain. But was it love at first sight?. For Jack, maybe. He made it clear from the beginning that he was drawn to her, though she never understood why.There was a huge gap between them, one so painfully obvious that even the world around them couldn't help but notice. she drew a line between them ...she built walls around herself ,a fortress to keep him-and everything he represented-at a distance. And still, he tried to break through, as if he could just erase the differences between their worlds with sheer determination.

In the tides of struggle and power, who can reach the ultimate? In a world of factions and species, who can attain power? In a land whose past is obscured by the naivety of the present, who can uncover the hidden? Karl lives in a world of species and evolution, his path thrust upon him without his consent. Cannons, rifles, shard armor, legions, knight cities, and hive cities. Injections, grace, blood, evil, and ruinous gods... The world has forgotten a soul. A soul whose coming is unpredictable but sure like the mist. Karl has awoken, and what path will he leave behind? Would it be the same?... Like before? This is the story of the "Son of the fallen empire" or is it the living error? Or perhaps...The reaper!

can two people who has been broken suddenly love again? Kimberly a millionaire celebrity chef hates the male gender but is surprised to suddenly have feelings for her one night stand guy who turns out to be the most eligible bachelor in Canada however this Canadian bachelor is a mafia don who doesn’t want love but suddenly find his sleeping pills in the scent of a celebrity chef who seemed to hate his gender. he vowed to make her love him, this amazing short novel includes the past in the both parties that prevents them from loving. will they come together?, if yes then what are the storms they have to face to get there. obsession + female independent + mafia+ matured content +violent content

What happens when a girl gets pulled into a major scheme. Was it all in her head? Was it real? Was it fake? Was it all just for the plot of a book? Did he ever love her? Her head starts to swim with questions as she stands there, alone in her room, questioning everything.

His Team and His Right Hand. Andrew lost it all. He could do anything to get his team back, even if it meant dying. But now, there was only one thing left for him to do. Destroy the Cursed Stone, the stone that could grant any wish, which was now in the hands of the Demon King. And perhaps, that same stone could even give him a chance to save his dead friends? Even a sliver of hope kept him alive.

Learn to leave when you have the chance

I was a horrible husband, and a scumbag father. Having amnesia wasn’t an excuse. Even so, because of that, I lost my family instantly. In order to save Nero– my son and heir– I killed my daughter Neoma. And then I had to witness Mona, my neglected wife, die in front of me. Why did I have to regain all my memories at that exact moment? I wanted to die with Mona and Neoma. And, just when I thought I could finally be reunited with them, I opened my eyes and realized I turned back time. I returned at the exact moment Mona and I were in the middle of discussing divorce. Divorce? No way in hell would Nikolai divorce Mona this time!

Four years ago, Si Qian Jin was betrayed by her boyfriend. He cheated on her with her best friend Bai Jia, so she went to the club, got drunk and had an amazing one night stand with handsome stranger. But she became pregnant from that one night stand and had cute boy twins. Four years later when she came back she didn't expected that her cute babies father was richest man in the country. "Woman, I didn't expect you to be such a daring to give birth to my child."

Lavender faced the ultimate betrayal after discovering that her fiancé, the man she loved most, had been using her all along. He had only dated her to seek revenge against her father and to claim everything her late mother had left her as a gift to his real fiancee. Devastated, Lavender lost everything she owned to him, and her family was plunged into dire poverty as a result. Heartbroken, she fled her past, running away from her disowned father and the agonizing pain. She dedicated her life to caring for the "blessings" her ex-fiancé had left behind. But just when Lavender thought she had found a measure of peace, everything starts falling apart again. Forced to reconcile with her ex, Lavender is torn—he is a changed man now, but to her, he remains an enemy. As her bottled-up emotions resurface, past cases reopening, and his persistent efforts to win back her affection intensify, how long can Lavender's hatred last?

On his 17th Birthday, Lucatt finished his preperations to commit suicide. Leaving his family who hated him so dearly, Lucatt sat atop his schools roof. The place he loathed the most was the place where he would die. Taking his final breath, Lucatt jumped. Waking up seemingly unsathed, Lucatt's nose filled with a rotted stench as his surroundings had changed from a place of education, to a gore filled site.

The Truth shines down on all things, so all things are contained within the Truth. Whether the past is hidden, the present is clear, or the future is uncertain, it cannot escape the eyes of Truth. Noir, an ordinary person reincarnated in another world, discovered that he had a system that forced him to build a business. And to be able to survive peacefully in a world filled with demons, gods and powerful being, Noir has no other choice.

Shen Hua, the daughter of the Shen family that ran an embroidery business in Fengzhou, was pampered since she was a child. She had a pretty face and smooth, fair skin. Unfortunately, her body was weak, and she'd run out of breath after walking merely a few steps. She didn't have very long to live. The Shen family gradually faced its downfall, and her wedding was delayed again and again. Cui Yun, the eldest son of the Cui family, was a noble and stern man. He was entrusted to look after Shen Hua. Why not just marry her? He thought. Since Shen Hua reincarnated, she had focused all her attention on the embroidery business. She hoped to change her life and regain her former glory. When she heard about Cui Yun's decision to marry her, she fainted on the spot. After waking up, she turned him down with tears in her eyes. "I don't have very long to live. I don't want to waste your time." Cui Yun was very considerate. "It's not a big deal. I know you feel touched, but there's no need to cry. Since you already depend on the Cui family, you might as well just become part of us. After you die from your sickness, I'll even hold a grand funeral for you." Shen Hua felt hopeless. But I'm only pretending to be sick! *** Cui Yun had many younger female cousins. Many of them had confessed their feelings for him, but he turned all of them down nonchalantly. "It's getting late. Please look after yourself." Shen Hua had never met such a clueless man when it came to romance. One night, while she was on her way home, she took a shortcut and passed by the Cui family's courtyard. Cui Yun stopped her. He was standing near the entrance, and his sleeves danced to the wind. "It's cold outside. Would you like to come in and stay for a while?"

Kennedy wakes up in the morning and finds that she is in another world. As boring as it seems she starts to enjoy her average everyday company life. Everything remains the same boring routine until Kennedy starts to hear a noise. It was a loud screaming sound that rung in her ears daily. one day after work she decided to find out what it is. Following the noise leads her to an elderly lady who ends up changing the life of Kennedy's entirely

Story is about An Ancient Primoridal Vampire that has possessed a young woman who had been killed by her stepmother, in exhange for taking revenge., along with the way with meeting a few handsome men that falls head over heels for her. grab your popcorn and enjoy the show.

There's something there, wasn't before. the shadows knock on every door. My fears unlocked, nowhere to hide. Under the sun, the gears unwind. The darkness creeps, the clock had moved. The stars align, the seal removed. The fates of all, strung by a key, The witch controls my destiny. Prologue: In a far off village near the shores of Khyreene, there is a legend about a love of a witch and a chief of a village. The villagers did not believe in their love and thought that their leader was under a spell. So they burned the witch when the moon was at its fullest and the sky was red. The chief woke up because he had heard a cry of pain. Finding out that it was his lovers, he cursed his own village and left. Soon the village caught on fire and burned till there was none left on the land but ashes. They soon left and settled down in the forest, not realizing that there was an extra little girl because many have been lost, And that the blood of the witch still continues… 00000 This is the story of a young boy whose purpose in life may be more than what it seems. A mysterious past, a misunderstood boy, an uncontrolled power, and a journey by which he stands between death and hell... ~//~//~//~ (ps. the twins are 15. And this story was made when I was young. Like really really young. I was in elementary)

Anika loved her husband for a long time, but he broke her into millions of pieces with his promiscuous lifestyle. Levi would return home late and often sleep out, leaving his wife alone in their vast mansion. He never thought she would divorce him, given how she had always loved him, but unfortunately, she did. She broke her last vow to him and left his life before he knew it. That was when it dawned on Levi, that he had lost a precious jewel. "Please, I want you back, Anika," Levi begged desperately, on his knees. "I'm sorry, Levi, but you've lost me!" Will he be able to win her back? And what happens when the truth Anika has been trying to hide comes out in the open?

Follow Julia Ebonhearth and David Brocksteel in their adventures across the vast world of Eldengleam, where many trials await them as they unravel the secrets and origins of blood magic.

A girl was abandoned by her family. A man, an heir of the richest family in the city, cherished her like precious treasure. With his reputation for being ruthless, nobody dared mess with them. He introduced her as his fiancee to everybody.

Synopsis for Raven Blood In a world where power defines status, young Ivy’s life is shattered when she’s kidnapped from her home, her extraordinary abilities sealed away. Stripped of her identity and controlled by captors who want to keep her weak, she clings to survival—until she meets Leo. Mysterious and gifted, Leo is hiding powers of his own. He recognizes Ivy’s potential and secretly trains her to harness her strength. Under his guidance, Ivy learns to fight, becoming stronger while pretending to be powerless. The pair’s bond deepens, and they soon discover they are soulmates, destined to be stronger together than they could ever be apart. Despite the shadow of her captors looming over her, Ivy and Leo attend a prestigious academy where those without power are treated with disdain. Although still watched closely, Ivy embarks on thrilling adventures, finding ways to challenge the school’s rigid hierarchy. Along the way, she uncovers secrets about herself, reclaiming her true powers and destiny. Filled with action, friendship, and forbidden love, Raven Blood is a story of resilience and transformation, where two kindred souls rise against oppression and discover the power of love and self-acceptance in a dangerous world.

"Duh, Fine! What do you want me to do?" Xiu Mei gave up, and Feng Jianyu gave a mischievous grin. His eyes shone in expectation. "I want a kiss" he spurted out. After a good silence of one minute, she scoffed, "pfft… dream on…" "Fine, if you're not giving then I'm taking one myself," "W-What? No way. You already took one last night… No more" Feng Jianyu sneered, "You call it a kiss? That was just a small peck. And it was you who broke it… Now finish where you left. ---------------------------------------------- On the night of Xiu Mei’s 16th bday, she came to know the biggest truth of her life. Devastated by the betrayal of her family, she ran away from her so-called home, taking nothing but her precious invention, on which she had been working nonstop for the last 4 years. ___ Feng Jianyu was a devilishly handsome man, who was powerful, cold, and ruthless. As the current President of the Feng Corporation, his only goal was to take his company to the unachievable heights. But fate had some other plans for both of them, and their paths crossed. Intrigued by her intelligence and talents, he tested her and gave her an attractive offer. Finding the offer interesting, she accepted it and worked hard. However, something happened, and they both ended up offending each other. __________ After 7 years, the mysterious Xiu Mei was a genius woman living in a beautiful villa with the most advanced security system. Nobody knows the reason behind living in security. She was forced to live with a handsome man inside her villa for an indefinite period. Though she welcomed him hesitatingly, to her horror, he was none other than Feng Jianyu. They both recalled their past but none of them spoke about it. Will she ever trust him and tell her story? What happened to her precious invention? Will their hate relationship be turned in to a love relationship? Will she find out about the big secret of her life? -------------------------------------------------- Original novel By dream_ash Join me on discord https://discord.gg/RudqR3q I edit the cover, but the photo belongs to their respective owners. I have no right over this photo. All credits belong to the owner.

In a world where privilege and danger collide, Xiao Xiao, the pampered princess of a wealthy family and sole heir to an international corporation, finds herself in a deadly game of survival. With enemies seeking her demise and her own uncle's betrayal threatening her life, Xiao Xiao's only escape leads her to the mysterious land of Euthopia. In a twist of fate, she crosses paths with a handsome yet enigmatic stranger, whom she shamelessly propositions for help in exchange for herself. Little does she know that this cold-hearted stranger holds a secret that will unravel her carefully crafted plans for survival. As Xiao Xiao navigates the unfamiliar territory of a life she once only witnessed in dramas, she is forced to confront her own vulnerabilities and past secrets. Can love transcend the barriers of betrayal and forgiveness when her deepest secret is revealed to the man she thought she could trust? But unknown to him, She was deeply in love with him even from a long long time ago... ... "Yue Jin please listen to me...please!" Xiao xiao kneeled on her knees, begging him to hear her explanation. Her tears keep falling and she doesn't know what to do anymore! she doesn't know how to explain everything! she doesn't know where to even begin with! "No! there's no need for any explanation!" Yue jin threw the papers in her face! his eyes so cold and blank and Xiao xiao couldn't even read what was on his mind! it feels like she doesn't know this man anymore! "get lost! and don't even show your face in front Of me ever again! that's the only way for you to save your life! because seeing you makes me sick! you should consider yourself lucky because I didn't kill you right now! get out!" Yue Jin says without even looking at her! his eyes show no emotion except anger! "Please listen to me! I didn't kill her you have to believe me! please, Yue, don't do this to me!" Xiao xiao closes her eyes as her tears rolled down on her cheeks continuously. she doesn't want to see those eyes anymore because it hurt her seeing her being despised by him. "Get lost!" Yue jin says as he left not even glancing at her... ... updated every day :) Thank you for visiting my book! I would really appreciate it if you leave a review. This story contains super rated R scenes so read at your own risk. Thank you so much! yours truly: LITTLE CLUMSY :)

Karl Marino’s ordinary life is shattered when his family’s hidden criminal legacy pulls him and his siblings into the dark underworld. Unprepared and caught in a deadly crossfire between rival factions from the North and South Fronts, Karl must rise as the new head of the family. Together, the Marino siblings discover deep-rooted betrayals, face powerful enemies, and wrestle with their own identities as they attempt to keep their family intact while navigating a brutal, blood-soaked war for control of the city.