Jaune And His Pet Wolf

Ethen Cole travels to an era where everyone battles with pets. In a world revived by spiritual energy, danger and madness run rampant. Humanity relies on battle pet masters to establish bases and unite for survival. Before the college entrance examination, Ethen Cole is framed and expelled from school, losing his chance to study at the Battle Pet Academy. Just as he feels despair, the Battle Pet System for battle pets activates. “Ding! The Blue Riolux has evolved into a Emerald eyed Riolux!” From then on, Ethen Cole begins his legendary career as a battle pet master. 1 extra chapters for 100 power stone 2 extra chapters for 200 power stone That's all for now.

Mate! Mine! These were the only words he knew. He is a beast, a being that craves her, wants to possess her, breed her, and make her his. He will stop at nothing and slaughter anyone that comes in between him and his beautiful mate. Lavelle has a tragic past. Blood and death were something that she was used to hence it didn't pose any problem when she decided to become a doctor and entered the most prestigious hospital in the city. What rose as a problem though was the dark secrets that were kept hidden in her workplace. The same secrets that sealed her fate with the beast. Warning: Mature and Dark

Wisnu tak pernah menyangka bahwa pekerjaannya di sebuah toko roti akan membawanya ke sebuah pulau terpencil—tempat di mana laut biru berkilauan, angin membawa aroma asin, dan kehidupan berjalan dengan aturan yang jauh berbeda dari yang ia kenal. Di antara adonan yang mengembang dan senyum ramah penduduk lokal, ia berpikir bahwa ini hanyalah sebuah awal baru yang sederhana. Namun, ia segera menyadari bahwa pulau ini menyimpan lebih dari sekadar ketenangan. Dua suku utama, Ranaha dan Vahaya, telah lama terikat dalam hubungan yang rapuh. Dan kini, ketegangan itu semakin mendidih, memuncak di Festival Baranthaka—sebuah tradisi yang seharusnya menjadi ajang pelepasan, namun justru berubah menjadi pemicu tragedi. Dua putri dari masing-masing suku, Riana dari Ranaha dan Vaya dari Vahaya, berdiri di dua sisi pertentangan yang berbeda. Keduanya memiliki kepentingan, ambisi, dan rahasia mereka sendiri. Dan entah bagaimana, Wisnu mendapati dirinya terjebak di antara mereka. Ketika darah tertumpah dan peraturan yang tak tertulis dilanggar, Wisnu dihadapkan pada pilihan: tetap menjadi orang luar yang hanya menyaksikan dari kejauhan, atau melangkah ke dalam kekacauan yang kian tak terhindarkan—tanpa jaminan bahwa ia bisa keluar dengan selamat.

In a world where Senar—the lifeblood of strength and power—determines one’s fate, Zarn was born with unmatched talent. But such a gift does not come without cost. His mother died bringing him into the world, his father’s health crumbled under the strain of his presence, and by the time he was brought to Drenda City, he was already alone. Weak, sickly, and barely holding on, Zarn grew up in the slums, relying on his intelligence and charm to survive. He never dared to tap into his strength, fearing that doing so would only accelerate his decline. While others wielded their Senar freely, he kept his hidden—fear that the more power he uses, the weak his body gets. But everything changed when, at fifteen, he awakened a power even rarer than he had before: the power of a Natural Summoner. Unlike others who needed scrolls or government-run portals, Zarn could breach the veil between worlds on his own. His first journey into the Beast World nearly killed him, but he returned with more than just scars—he brought back Mico, a blue-flamed lion as small and overlooked as he was. In the aftermath of his return, Zarn wanted nothing more than to live quietly with Mico, avoiding the gaze of those who would seek to exploit his abilities. But fate had other plans. Drenda City was no place for an anomaly like him to remain hidden for long. Soon our MC crosses paths with Arth, the lively young heir of a powerful family. What began as an unlikely encounter soon turned into something more—an offer of belonging he never expected. Mia and John, leaders of a noble house, took him in, offering not just shelter but a name, a family, and a future. It was a stark contrast to the harsh survival he had known. In their estate, he found warmth and structure, and in Arth, an energetic little brother who refused to leave his side. But despite finding safety, Zarn couldn’t shake the realization that his knowledge of the world was painfully lacking. Beyond the slums, beyond the Beast World, lay a vast stage where power, politics, and unseen forces moved. He had spent so long surviving that he had never truly learned. And so, for the first time, Zarn set his sights on something different—not just survival, but understanding. He would enter a school, immerse himself in the vastness of the world he had barely scratched the surface of, and uncover what it truly meant to hold power in a world ruled by Senar. Little did he know, this was only the beginning.

He sees a fearful girl walking around in the woods late at night.....She ran off so he chased after her..... she heard heavy breathing behind her....

Brendon Wolf, an anthropomorphic wolf with a rugged past, steps into the sunlight after five long years behind bars. Convicted for a crime he didn’t commit, Brendon’s sentence was marked by quiet resilience and model behavior. His only lifeline to a new start is a recommendation letter from the jailer, vouching for his integrity and granting him a chance to rebuild his life. Haunted by betrayal and determined to clear his name, Brendon heads to Ridgecliff, a secluded city neighborhood known for its picturesque streets. But as soon as he gets appointed as Sheriff of Ridgecliff neighborhood, he comes across a murder investigation that he has to solve.

Sold by her father, Bella short for Arabella, was forced to live a life as a slave that would entertain the guests of the castle. The job of slaves were merely to be humiliated and to have as feast once they became a boring creature toward the guests. Arabella with her fierce attitude had only caused more trouble than good, although that helped her from being feasted by the vampires until her body dried up, the vampires also enjoy in harming her, toying with her, hoping to see that one day she would break. However she had caught the wrong attention by those crimson gaze, eventually being the toy of the one and only Mad Crown Prince of Versailles. Eventually this interest only cause her to be more tangled by the twisted and thorny battle for the Throne. Will eventually Bella concede and accept the Mad crown prince? Or will she finally succeed in running away from his grasp. Why her? *** excerpt*** Arabella felt her wrists stung as the shackle around her wrist jingled from the sudden pull. She then met with the icy red eyes that brood down upon her appearance, drinking into every inch of her figure as if he was studying her, even to how those breaths escaped her lips. "I thought we had bonded over the days we have spent together, Bella," he sang, his bright scarlet eyes betraying the singing tone he had used as it had grown so dark and filled with anger. "Yet you left so quickly as soon as I opened the castle gate." Bella gritted her teeth, her eyes glaring at him as she defiantly shook his hand off her face, "I can remind you if you have forgotten it, Your Majesty, I am kept here against my wish." Cassius' smile faded as he stared at her. The sudden pin-drop silence filled her nerves with tension as she found his smileless face the most terrifying sight. She had always known his fearsome side however, it felt scarier tonight. Bella tried to endure how loud her heart had raced against her chest, gathering her breaths together even though it remained shallow in his presence. "So cold," he muttered, his tone trying to tease her, but she could see the raw anger crossing his eyes. "You cannot run from me. Not after what we've done. Not after what you promised." Her heart faltered. She wasn't supposed to stay in this castle; she knew that the royal palace was filled with those vampire monsters who would kill for their desire, simply to have fun. She knew she should never give her heart to any of these monsters, and she had once believed she would never. But that was until Cassius came. She had made that promise because her heart had betrayed her, and she wished that she had never uttered that promise. Promises she had made to him on the call of love. Yet deep within her, a part of her still crave for him. "You're not the first one I have broken my promises with," she gritted her teeth and looked up at him, "I broke my promise the way you broke yours first, isn't it fair?" "Fair? Then was everything a lie, Arabella?" he murmured, his hands cupping her face, forcing her to meet his eyes. "You were mine the moment you entered my castle. And you will be mine until the very end." She gulped as his eyes shone underneath the moonlight, his gaze unforgiving over her, exposing his wild hunger. Her breath caught, her pulse quickening. "A human and a vampire should have never stayed together. They were all right." "I don't care," he spoke through his clenched jaw. "You're going to remain here by my side forever."

There is a low-level skeleton species that can slay a golden dragon with a single strike. There’s a guard dog with the secret techniques of ten legendary beasts. And there’s also a self-proclaimed goddess working as a part-time employee… This is a story about opening a shop with the help of a system, and cultivating magical beasts in a broken ancient world. When glory falls, bloodlines reverse, and former existences will return once more. Everything leads to destruction!

She was born different. He was labeled evil and cold. But they weren’t the monsters the world believed them to be. Rose was feared from the moment she took her first breath—an outcast marked by her strange and unnatural aura. Hated, hunted, and shunned, she grew up in the shadows, carrying the weight of a destiny she didn’t understand. She was special, too special, the one ordained to bring chaos to Heaven, Earth, and Hell alike—the true god the worlds refused to accept. Lucifer was the lord of Hell, feared and despised by all, a being defined by darkness and cruelty. Yet, even he wasn’t immune to curiosity. The moment he saw Rose, something shifted—a fascination he couldn’t ignore. What began as mere intrigue turned into something far more dangerous: love. But love between the devil and a girl destined for destruction was never meant to be simple. Heaven’s forces, terrified of Rose’s power, would stop at nothing to destroy her, and Hell itself began to tremble under the weight of her growing strength. As the boundaries between worlds crumble and the lines between savior and destroyer blur, Rose and Lucifer must face a truth neither of them can escape. She was born different. He was labeled evil. Together, they are unstoppable.

Childhood Rivals to Lovers!! Or more like Childhood enemies to lovers!! The two families; Reid and Martson has been ruling ReiMar Enterprises for generations. The rule says: being greatest shareholders, president is chosen from Martson family whereas Vice president is chosen from Reid family. Mira being born into the family of Reid, believed to bring the greatest misfortune to Reid family. Her mother died by climbing the building right in front of her daughter. She was just 8 year old that time. "Mom, why are you covered in blood?" she asked as tears streamed down her cheeks. The woman looked at her daughter, smiled sadly, crasessed her daughter cheeks. "Live a good life away from Reid and Martson. You-- have to stay away from th--." She said, before falling dead. Due to trauma, her memories were blurry she didn't remember her mother's death. Everyone said her mother died in car accident. She stayed in the Reid family, she was told to that her mother last wish was to get vice president position. What a ridicule! She was just a chess piece for Reid family. She thought they loved her, but she was wrong. They were thirsty of her blood just like a vampire thirsts blood. They pushed her, they almost killed her. In this game of inheritance, the only way to select the vice president between her and her step brother would be to win the favor of all board members and determine the fate of the heir's future. It was almost impossible to win the favor of the board of directors. To gain the favor of those bunch of old directors. Because not everyone liked her, but for Mira there is nothing that she can't achieve. To win against her foe, she had to join hands with the one she hates the most, Zion Martson, her childhood Rival. Rule1: Don't fall in love with Zion! Rule2: Must fulfill her mother's will! Zion Marston, an epitome of beauty, arrogance, charisma. He was known to be a completely arrogant, self centered, egoistical, cold-face person. He was known to be a ruthless, merciless business man in the business world. Being entangled in the thread of fate, he was forced into an unwanted marriage by his grandfather. No one dared to go against his grandfather's wish, left with no choice he agreed. Childhood enemies who can't stand each other's presence are bound in a marriage of inconvenience. What will happen when their denied feelings for each other bloom into 'love'. ...... Please Read my book, add in library, vote with powerstones and Golden tickets!!

About the Book After a thousand years in Hell, Dracula returns to a city that no longer belongs to him. His former servant, Lucius, has seized power, ruling with an iron grip and wielding an unnatural strength that Dracula cannot match. To reclaim his throne, Dracula must do the unthinkable—ally with his greatest enemy. Enter Celeste, the White Alpha Queen, a ruler as feared as she is powerful. Bound by a fragile truce, they form a dangerous pact to overthrow Lucius, but hidden agendas and dark secrets threaten to tear their alliance apart. With enemies closing in and an ancient war reigniting, Dracula and Celeste must decide: can they trust each other, or will their own ambitions destroy them first? Power. Betrayal. Desire. In a city where the lines between love and war are blurred, only one ruler will survive.

WARNING: MATURE CONTENT An unwarranted death, an unprecedented rebirth, two men vying for her love. Elize's life was not easy to begin with, but now she has to fight her own destiny. Will she want to return to what was hers? Or will she choose to ignore it? Is she strong enough to face her fate? Then what about love? GLIMPSES (P.S. Contains spoilers, read at your own discretion) : As she drew closer to the door, she could clearly hear two men bickering "I swear if you lay a finger-" Deep breath. Elize repeated to herself as she pushed the door open. Two heads whipped towards her direction from the corridor to which the door opened. The conversation between them seemed to have died down with her presence. One of the two tall men stepped towards her. An animalistic growl emanated from his body. Elize narrowed her eyes and was about to say something when she noticed it. Those eyes. Those same blue eyes! ********* "Who's there?!" She asked aloud, unable to find anyone. 'You have come at last.' The voice replied, a hint of joy in its tone. She gulped her saliva nervously. "Who- who's there?!" Elize stuttered. 'I am what is missing from you.' The voice replied, calmly. "Huh?" 'Since our time has not yet come to become one, why may I ask are you here?' The voice asked. "I uh.." She said absentmindedly. 'Let us seal our bond with a wish, that I may accept you as my master.' The voice spoke with much enthusiasm. ****** "Do you hate me Elize?" He asked, with a pout. Elize maintained her poker face. She was not going to fall for it no matter how cute he tried to act, she thought to herself. "No I don't sir. I don't even know you." She replied nonchalantly. "Ouch. That hurt." He said, clutching the place above his heart. Elize huffed, rolling her eyes. "Do you really have something to say or should I come back later?" She asked, folding her hands above her chest. "Would you come back to me later, on your own accord?" He teased, almost reaching her. "That's not what I-" The Kelpie's laughter cut her off. "You're so cute when you do that. It makes me want to bite you." He said licking his lips, his wet tongue gliding over his moist lips slowly, making a show of the process. Teaser is on the Instagram page : author_obsessedwithwolves Join our discord- https://discord.gg/Nrj87UT

In the land of Thebes, Prince Azech-I is a ruler blessed by Anubis, a king whose power is whispered in hushed tones. But when the Pharaoh Cairo-IV's most lethal assassin, Nofri-it, is sent to end his life, fate spins a web of love and betrayal. What was meant to be a death sentence turns into a forbidden romance, as the two men fall deeply in love. But just as quickly as their bond blooms, Nofri-it vanishes without a trace, leaving Azech-I to search the world for his lost lioness. Years later, the truth shatters Azech-I's heart—Nofri-it was never a lover, but a tool sent to kill him. Betrayed and furious, Azech-I discovers that Nofri-it has been imprisoned by Pharaoh Cairo, kept in the dungeons of Memphis for failing his mission. The ruler of Thebes will stop at nothing to reclaim what is his. With vengeance in his heart, Azech-I plans to torment Nofri-it, declaring war on Cairo’s kingdom to retrieve his lover and make him suffer as he once did. When Azech-I drags a fragile, broken Nofri-it back to Thebes, the true torment begins. A man once filled with pride now plans to make Nofri-it his captive once more, keeping him caged and humiliated for the sins of his past. The battle for power, love, and revenge will tear through Egypt—nothing is sacred when the Pharaoh’s wrath is unleashed. "I loved you. You were my lioness. Now, you're nothing but a broken thing." "And yet, you will keep me, won't you? Like a pet, a prize."

In a kingdom ruled by the iron-fisted King Ryder, a young orphaned woman named Aria in a bold act of defiance, confronts the king's men as they brutalize an elderly man for failing to pay his taxes. Her fearless intervention sparks a chain reaction of events that ultimately leads her to the palace, where she is brought before the king himself. Refusing to be intimidated, Aria stands tall and unwavering, challenging the king's authority and sparking a mixture of irritation and intrigue within him. The king, taken aback by her audacity, decides to release her, but he cannot shake off the feeling that he has encountered someone remarkable.No one has ever dared to question his authority, and Aria's courage has piqued his interest. Intrigued by her courage and conviction, the king becomes obsessed with teaching Aria a lesson, determined to assert his dominance and show her the true meaning of power. He orders his subordinates to bring her to the palace, intending to break her spirit and tame her rebellious nature. Aria would later discover that she challenged the wrong king as he proves not to be an ordinary man but something bigger from the darkness. Aria, despite her initial hatred for the king, begins to see beyond his arrogant facade and is captivated by his charismatic presence and authoritative nature. As they engage in a battle of wits, Aria finds herself torn between her desire for justice and her growing attraction to the king. Will King Ryder, known for his playboy ways, return Aria's feelings, or will his need for control and power tear them apart? Can Aria reconcile her desire for justice with her growing love for the king, or will their differences prove insurmountable?

War has waged as long as I could remember. I remember the blood. I remember the lifeless expressions. I remember how cold their bodies were as I laid between them.. I remember never getting the opportunity to meet my unborn baby sister. And even Now as my Brother Ascends the throne, He wishes for peace. He wants to make an alliance with The Lycans. But does he honestly think that the young king would want peace?

Elysia's life is shattered when a devastating fire claims her parents. Seeking refuge with her only remaining family, her uncle, she is betrayed and sold to slave traders. Her fate seems sealed when the Dragon lord buys her, but Elysia is determined to escape. On the run and desperate, Elysia crosses path with the Dragon King, Azrael—a powerful and ruthless king, known for his strength, dominance and power. With nowhere else to turn, Elysia pleads for his protection, offering anything in return. Intrigued by her cournage, Azrael makes a bold choice.... he claims her as his pet. As time goes by, a forbidden attraction begins to bloom between them. But just as passion ignites, a dangerous secret is revealed that threatens to shatter everything they’ve built Meanwhile, in the shadows of Valeria, a powerful enemy lurks in the dark, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. --- EXCERPT --- Azrael’s gaze burned into Elysia, his lips curving into a wicked smile as he closed the distance between them. His fingers, firm but teasing, gripped her waist, pulling her against his body. “Do you know what happens to those who defy me, little pet?” His voice was low, dripping with dark amusement. He leaned down, his lips hovering just above hers, close enough for her to feel his breath but not close enough to touch. “They beg.”Elysia’s pulse quickened, her breath catching as her body betrayed the fear melting into something far more dangerous. Her lips parted, but no words came out. "You're mine, Elysia, I will burn the world for you." She heard him say in a low growl, making her legs tremble more.

Elsa, a 22-year-old werewolf, has endured a life of misery under her cruel uncle's care. But her fate takes a dramatic turn when she meets Asher, the kind pack alpha, at a party. They form an instant bond, and Asher claims her as his mate. However, Elsa's happiness is short-lived. Asher's behavior becomes increasingly mysterious and controlling, hiding her from his pack and keeping secrets. Elsa discovers a shocking truth: Asher has a woman by his side, and she realizes she's been kept as a mistress. She was Heartbroken and trapped, Elsa becomes a prisoner in Asher's pack. Soon she realized that she's pregnant with his child. Elsa uncovers hidden powers within herself and a dark family secret .Asher's family was responsible for her parents' death. With her true roots and destiny unfolding, Elsa must decide: will she forgive Asher's betrayal, or will she forge her own path and claim her rightful place?

Rosellene Valentine, the eldest daughter of Earl Valentine, was the epitome of beauty, a fragile and untouchable rose that bloomed in the frozen gardens of the Valentine estate. After reaching the depths of despair. She returned unexpectedly, stepping back in time by seven years. Before fate and time had ruined her. Then, She met him...The Duke of Eryndor, the kingdom's guardian and shield. She had become gracefully attuned to the admiring glances and silent reverence of those around her. So much that she could feel the weight of every lingering glance, the unspoken affection in his eyes, as his love for her bloomed, undeniable and apparent...once again. "Should your joy be the prize, I would gladly place myself at your service." His golden eyes seems to glow faintly in the dark as he whispered softly. (The Prince charming X The Damsel in Distress)

Maril Santoro is a petty thief with dreams of becoming a notorious gangster. Her targets are always the corrupt and the lawless, driven by her quirky sense of justice. When her best friend is heartbroken after being cheated on by her boyfriend, Maril devises a plan to teach him a lesson he won't forget. However, in a hilarious twist of fate, she ends up kidnapping the wrong man—Rhysand Moretti, a powerful mafia lord. What begins as a comical blunder spirals into a series of misadventures as Maril's life collides with Rhysand’s dangerous world. Despite her initial fear, Maril’s bold and unpredictable nature captures Rhysand’s interest, leading to an unexpected and tumultuous relationship. Join The Don and his Diva to find out how their story proceeds. ---------------------------- Maril: Great, Maril. Just great. How could you be blind and not realize who you were kidnapping? It was supposed to be that scumbag, not a mafia lord. Rhysand: Excuse me! Did you just call me a scumbag? Maril: Nope. Never. I swear! Rhysand: I have to say you’ve got guts. People usually avoid me, not abduct me. This is a first. Maril: Listen, Mr. Wrong Guy, it was a mistake. A big, ridiculous, terrible mistake. How about we pretend this never happened? I untie you and you go back to your dangerous mafia life while I return to… well whatever it is I do. Rhysand: And what if I’m not interested in forgetting this ever happened? Maril: Why do you want to remember something so embarrassing? Shouldn’t you be trying to forget this pathetic incident? Rhysand: I don’t think it’s pathetic. I’d word it intriguing. After all, it’s not every day I come across someone as daring as you. Maril: Look, Mr. Mafia Lord…. Rhysand: Rhysand Moretti. Maril: Right, Mr. Moretti, this was all an accident, a confusion. I apologize for my mistake. I mean no harm, you mean no harm. Can’t we forget everything and end this amicably? Rhysand: We can. Maril: Thank …. Rhysand: But we won’t. Maril: What’s that supposed to mean? Rhysand: It means you’ve piqued my interest, lady. And in my world, it’s not something that happens often. Maril: Oh great, just what I needed in my life – another complication.

"What are you doing?" Aita whimpered, never having been humiliated like this before. She tried to close her legs, but another slap landed on her thigh, stinging with force. This time, she cried, her tears a mix of anger and fear. One moment she had been free and happy; the next, she was about to be sold into slavery. Her heart pounded in her chest as the man spread her legs open and looked at her private parts. He inspected her body, his touch invasive and cold, before declaring, "She's a virgin." "Seems all these girls are virgins, huh?" The woman chuckled, turning her gaze to the man. "You guys have done a wonderful job." "Unshackle her and prepare her for auction. We're taking them to the auction house," the woman said, exiting the room.

*** weekly update on Wednesday *** They hurt you, they do it intentionally just to make sure you won't be better than them.  They pull you down so you can't go up.  They drown you so you don't have breath to cry. Fame has blinded them for so long, now they can't see what you used to mean to them. So they stab you and use your blood as the red carpet. And you know it, But you can't escape this torturous life. You know why? Because you still love them. What a waste of feelings, now you can't love anyone else, even yourself.

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Maxwell Pip was a selfish and lawless individual. Life dealt him a hard blow in his youth, pushing him into the underworld of gangs and mafias. Despite this, he was able to liberate himself and become a prominent archaeologist, although his ties to the criminal underworld persisted. During his adventures, he stumbled upon an unknown and mysterious artifact, which ultimately led to his untimely demise. But Max’s journey didn’t come to an end there. Through the power of the very artifact that caused his death, he was given a second chance in another world. Join Max as he embarks on a new magical adventure, where he remains a carefree individual with questionable morals, destined for great power with the assistance of his newfound artifact. #simulator. #villain. #pets. fair warning : the Mc will only start acting like a real villain after he starts gaining power, otherwise before hand he is on the low-key side.

The first mistake lead to the death of my brothers and my fellow soldiers, the shining cities of the God Emperor's now turned to nothing but ruins of past glory, yet this is after months of constant fighting. I am Lieutenant Titerus Vain I have served my Legion the Sons of Horus for almost two centuries and bestowed many honours for countless battles and victories, my Captain is Garviel Loken a legend among the legion and I am proud to be by his side. Our mission is to travel to Istvaan III and reclaim it from any traitorous elements, how ever Loken order me to stay on board the vengeful sprite and wait to reinforce them if necessary, though I could tell his mind was else were and this worried me. I will be posting chapters every Friday and depending on my work schedule I will try to post one to two chapters a week. Hello there, this is my first time writing a novel ever, lets see how it goes. This is another TAG this is R18 please keep that in mind when reading and their is swearing in this novel and much worse. Enjoy This is an unofficial story and I don't own any of Warhammer 40k names, characters or any of the places that are in the universe. All credit goes to Games Workshop(Please Games Workshop Gods don't kill my novel) if the owner of the cover doesn't wish me to use it tell me. Thanks

She was the little human girl who kept disrupting his privacy ,always curios about what the college deep secret was all about ,why the vampires seem different than the outside world told about them. He on the other hand was the person who was intrigued by her courage and sweetness her resilient manner and her thirst to learn more ,it seem the more be saw her the more he wanted a small bite from that fair neck. His deep red eyes blinked stared at her his voice low as he questioned."should I bite."?

*****Excerpt***** “Don’t,” she whispered, her words shaky and desperate. “Please, Raph, don’t.” “Don’t what?” he murmured, his lips brushing her collarbone now. “This isn’t right. We shouldn’t…” “But we have,” he countered, his voice unwavering. Her knees threatened to give way, her strength faltering against the onslaught of sensation. She felt his hands on her shoulders, firm but not unkind, as he turned her to face him. Her heart hammered wildly as he lifted her with ease, placing her on the edge of his desk. He parted her legs with his hands and stepped between them, his large hands bracketing her waist. Their faces were inches apart, his breath warm against her lips. Her senses were drowning in him, in the heat of his body and the sheer magnetism of his gaze. “Tell me to stop,” he said, his voice barely above a whisper. “And I will. I’ll let you go and never ask this of you again. But it’s your choice, Natalie. Only yours.” Her mind screamed at her to end it, to take the out he offered. But her body betrayed her, leaning into him, craving his touch. He held her steady, his patience unnerving, as though he knew she would falter. “I’m waiting, Nat,” he urged, his voice softening, though his grip on her remained firm. “Raphael…” Her voice was a breathless plea, her will crumbling. “Yes, sweetheart?” Her hands found their way to his shoulders, clutching at the fabric of his shirt. She couldn’t stop the words that slipped from her lips, nor could she deny the truth in them. “Make love to me.” A dark smile curved his lips as he claimed her mouth in a kiss that stole her breath. “Good choice,” he whispered against her skin. “Because I wasn’t planning on letting you go.” *****Synopsis***** Raphael Emberlin, the Duke of Barrington, and his maid, Natalie Scott, are kidnapped while on a journey. After escaping their captors, they find themselves in a strange, unfamiliar land far from home. Everything around them is different, from the language to the people, and they must find their way back, all while learning to navigate the challenges of being stuck with each other. Raphael, used to being in control, struggles to trust anyone, especially Natalie. However, as they travel together, he begins to see her in a new light—her strength, courage, and ability to handle tough situations. On the other hand, Natalie has to deal with Raphael’s arrogance and pride, but she also notices his vulnerability and starts to understand him better. As they journey through this unknown world, their relationship starts to change. What began as a forced partnership slowly grows into something deeper. They each discover new strengths within themselves and each other. By the time they finally return home, they are left wondering whether they can go back to their old lives or if the journey has changed them forever.

[Mature Content] The world is ending. Her love is dead. Yet she refuses to accept destiny and turns back time. This time, she will be victorious and live happily ever after, for what it was worth.