Beauty And The Beast Based

In the fractured kingdom of Orindale, beauty is revered, purity is a forgotten ideal, and the cursed roam the shadows. Isabella, a compassionate healer from a humble village, lives an unassuming life until a strange dream calls her to the edge of the forbidden Darkthorn Forest—a realm shrouded in myth and fear. There, she discovers the Beasts, monstrous creatures banished from humanity, whose cursed forms conceal the shattered remnants of their society. Among them is Kael, a brooding and reluctant leader with a past as tragic as it is mysterious. Bound by fate, Isabella and Kael must navigate a perilous path filled with betrayal, sacrifice, and redemption. As Isabella learns of a dark sorceress who cursed the beasts, she uncovers deeper truths about the kingdom’s corruption, the fragile line between light and darkness, and her destiny as the key to breaking the curse. But the cost of salvation maybe her own life. Guided by a cryptic priestess and aided by a cast of outcasts and rebels, Isabella’s journey takes her into the heart of a divided kingdom. As war brews and the curse threatens to consume all, she faces impossible choices: to preserve her purity of heart or to risk everything for the ones she has come to love. *Beasts, Beauty, and Purity* is a sweeping tale of love, sacrifice, and the triumph of the human spirit over despair. It explores the question: Can love and compassion heal even the most monstrous hearts? And can true beauty shine through even in the darkest of times? In this epic story of transformation and unity, Isabella and Kael’s bond will test the boundaries of forgiveness, challenge the allure of vengeance, and offer a vision of a world where light and shadow coexist in harmony.

Rong Xinghe with an indescribably painful past: from being thrown down a running train by her own family at 13 to getting stabbed in the heart by the one she believed to be her one true love. She went through it all, building her foundation over the ashes of that very past, by the dint of her unconditionally supportive, 6 sworn brothers. Xi Yuan, an astoundingly successful businessman with an equally horrid childhood. Haunted by Acute Autism since birth, the man had to watch the two people he dearly cherished get killed right in front of his eyes at the age of 15. Both, troubled by their darkness, brought together by fate at a party. While it was love at first sight for him, her fears were too deep for her to realize the unexplainable emotions stirring her heart to just his presence. One, the Queen of Bullets; another, the King of Business. This is a tale of those two melting into each other...

Mature Content- Rated18+ (No rape) "You look lonely and well..." "Well?" The Alpha gave her a condescending smile. "Broken. Like someone who has fought a lot of battles. Someone who has been hurt." She said. "It's true. And thus, I am ready to fight even more battles if it promises what I want," Alpha Maverick said. "And what do you want?" She asked with a sweet smile. "Death. Death of all the rogues for what they did to me," Alpha Maverick said, looking at the girl who became stiff beside him. "You are not a rogue, are you?" Alpha Maverick looked into her enchanting eyes, his hand caressing her cheeks, making her smile awkwardly. She was indeed a rogue, and not just any normal rogue, but one wanted by the entire world. ~~~~~~ "I, Valencia Brooklyn, reject Tyler Anderson as my fateful mate. I would rather accept death than a disloyal mate." These were the exact words that changed her life. Since this werewolf world couldn't accept her for being an omega and not having a wolf, she decided to do the exact same thing. She became a rogue that everyone started fearing and looking for. A rogue who killed other rogues, stole from people, rejected an alpha, deceived the council, and most importantly, lived among humans while breaking all laws and norms. What will happen when someone from the council gives her anonymous case to the strongest alpha in the world? An alpha even stronger than the Alpha King's son? How will she save herself from an alpha who has vowed to kill all the rogues to avenge what they did with him? How will Maverick Aurelius catch this mysterious rogue who doesn't have a scent? When they first meet, he should've killed her, but how was he supposed to recognize her when she was a mere cat? Valencia never turned into her wolf because she was cursed to be a shapeshifter. How will the alpha recognise the rogue in the cat who has developed a weird habit of coming into his room and playing with his things?

Beauty of Vengeance is a gripping romantic drama that follows the story of Aria, a woman scarred by betrayal and loss. Determined to avenge her family's destruction, Aria embarks on a dangerous and thrilling journey that leads her into the complex world of power, love, and revenge. As she navigates through a web of deceit, she encounters Zane, a mysterious and charming man who seems to hold the key to both her deepest desires and darkest secrets. With vengeance on her mind, Aria struggles to balance her thirst for justice and the unexpected feelings that begin to blossom between them. Caught between love and hatred, she must decide how far she is willing to go and what she is willing to sacrifice to achieve the justice she seeks.

In a world where taming powerful beasts is both art and survival, young Fowad Benit is left alone to carry on his family's legacy after his father despaired. With only fragments of ancient knowledge and a mysterious technique known as the Taming Circle, Fowad must train and grow in the treacherous Sapling Forest, home to beasts of every rank and danger. Armed with a pendant passed down from his ancestors. As Fowad dives deeper into his family's lost techniques, In a race against time, Fowad must master his family’s ancient technique, tame new allies, and awaken the power within himself. But can he rise to the challenge before he becomes prey to the very beasts he seeks to control? "The Tamer’s Legacy" is a thrilling journey of friendship, courage, and untamed magic that will pull you into a world where the wild calls and only the strongest survive.

What’s it Like to Eat Your Own Words? Salty? Bitter? No clue? Then go ahead and ask Fara. Fara Brianka Genio, the powerhouse CEO of her own advertising agency, lives by one unshakable rule: No romantic relationships between employees. Period. But life is a bitch, Honey. As the boss, Fara takes integrity seriously, both in her company and her personal life. But things start to spiral when her five year relationship with Sean hits a rocky patch. Just as she’s trying to hold it all together, along comes Ziggy, a charming, aggravating employee with a knack for causing trouble. One fateful, blurry night, Fara mistakes Ziggy for Sean, and the next morning… let’s just say clothes weren’t part of the equation. Now Fara’s facing the biggest PR crisis of her life named her own love life. What’s a woman to do when the no-strings rule tangles her up in chaos? Can she keep her cool as the boss, or will Ziggy flip her world upside down?

After eight different reincarnations of being a human, Orin Stonewood wakes up in an ancient throne room to realize he’s reincarnated as a dragon, the emperor of the Infernosphere. The Infernosphere was a realm of main fire creatures. Waking up in the body of Zmey Ashbane, he learns about human’s hatred towards his kind. Beasts were just of a single definition to them – maniacal animals that should either be tamed or exorcised. He had spent his previous seven lives through unimaginable sorrow at being killed by his loved one. After dying the same way each time, he couldn’t care less and still would continue to hope for a chance to end the ritual cycle. To live a normal life. However, fate worked in sync with the Ninefold Resurrection Ritual that plunged him into this mystery. To be reincarnated nine times and die through the same source. And in his eighth reincarnation, he committed suicide to escape the recurring sorrow. Now a ruthless Western dragon named Zmey Ashbane, in the ninth and last chance, who governed the entire Infernosphere, must choose what was best for him. Either to end up getting killed by his loved one, become a Beast Tamer’s tame, or die at the hands of a Beast Exorcist. The choice was his to make. Follow Zmey Ashbane riding through the tides of a mysterious world consisting of marked humans, the Great Sage Hall, necrots from the Shadow Legacy who threaten the balance, and beasts from Infernosphere, Abyssal Waters, Noctisveil, Terramagna, and the Aerostorm Peaks. ---- join discord https://discord.com/invite/yhWjUVJQMD

Perla had always felt a longing for adventure, stifled by the rules of her strict upbringing and surrounded by her older brothers free to do as they wanted. She longed to carve her own path, to seek out excitement and perhaps even a little romance along the way. One day, while escaping yet another tedious piano class, she stumbled into the hollow of a massive tree. At its base, a mesmerizing green light beckoned her, and before she knew it, she was transported to a bizarre forest teeming with colossal, long-extinct creatures and menacing carnivorous plants. This was the realm of Beastkin, where men could transform into mighty beasts. Here, the constant threat of war had led to a peculiar imbalance, with most females giving birth to male Beastkin, resulting in a dire shortage of women. The land was a battleground, filled with mercenaries and adventurers seeking glory. While the males formed companies to embark on quests, their females stayed behind, living a life of comfort. But not Perla—she was determined to break free from the mold, to grow stronger, and to join her new love interests on exhilarating escapades.

What started as a simple night-time robbery turned into an experience he'll never forget. Dezhong Prince, a cunning teenager,, spent the last day of an old year robbing a simple store with his friends until he took a detour that changed his life. While moving through, he's met with a beast that torments him throughout the whole night until he receives this: [Congratulations. You are the first to receive The Beast System.] Knowing he isn't the only one with the beast system, Dezhong must now grow stronger for when he encounters the others. However, he's also faced with another quest, [Discover the Shadow King.] Find out more in Awakened: The Beast System. Instagram: jt3art. Discord:https://discord.gg/fXdgzMrsmQ. -------------- Release rate: One chapter a day(bear with me, this isn't the only novel I have.) This is my first werewolf novel and it's got a lot of references to famous werewolf novels as well so, feel free to comment and let me know whether its good or not. Don't forget to comment, LEAVE A REVIEW, and vote with powerstones. Golden tickets are highly appreciated as well. Join the Discord server for sneak peeks, character images, and have a character of your own added to the novel. See you there.

What if you had a system that could rewrite reality itself? Lucius transmigrated to this new world with his amazing system that let him hacks any beast but because of his arrogance, he was chased and sealed by people who were jealous of his talent. Fortunately, Lucius had created a new body with his system. With this new body he vowed to be secretive and also become the strongest by using his system that can hack everything even making his beautiful enemies into his beasts. Erase a rival’s talent? Done. Enhance an ordinary beast to perfection? Easy. Rewrite a noble’s fate? Child’s play. Making Villainess into his slave? Perfect ending. With his loyal slaves, a growing arsenal of hacked abilities, and also his devious mind, Lucius sets out to dominate everything. But as he reshapes the world to his will, he can not hide forever so can he remain in the shadows long enough to achieve his ultimate goal? Enter a world where reality bends to one man’s will. In a world ruled by power, Lucius doesn’t just win. He rewrites the game. Unleash the System. Rewrite Fate. Dominate All.

（Warning:Mature content,Raffaele is heavily obsessed with our little bella） Beauty they say is in the eyes of the beholder. Everybody desires beauty and love it. What if it becomes a curse. Bellarosa（Beautiful rose）Romano is the daughter of the cook of the powerful mafia Vincenti family. She has been cared for and looked after since young by the Vincenti family when their eldest son and Don of the family decides to take up her and her mother's responsibility. Bella has always been scared of the Don who criticises her at every mistake she makes. Don Raffaele Vincenti is a man with IED intermittent explosise disoder. An incident of the past led to this disorder of his and only few can calm him down. Raffeale finds himself in a lustful obsession for the little woman who is in his care and with every growing day he desires her like a drug,oxygen and breathe. Bella is terrified by his madness Will she be willing to help him. Secrets get unveiled on the way ～～～～～ Groaning he takes her hand and places it on his buldge his eyes clouded with desire and lust. ''Please Bella,Touch me''Raffaele growls out gasps escaping his lips while tears fall out of Bella's eyes as she tries to retrieve her hand from his grip.

As a huge fan of horror films, games, and stories, Coal had always been the type to develop sadistic tendencies when it came to scaring people. While watching his favorite series called "Hell's Gateway", he suddenly experiences a sudden shaking feeling deep inside his soul which eventually kills him! However, upon waking up— he finds himself arriving into a new world. A world where stories hold power amongst the people. The greater your stories, the stronger you are! This is... The story of the Beast of Horrors. .... Support the author by donating power stones, thank you! 100 power stones = 1 extra chapter

[WARNING: MATURE CONTENT]. I, Lily, thought I had it all: a loving boyfriend, a close friend, and a normal life. But it all came crashing down when I discovered the unthinkable: my boyfriend, Lu Chen, was using me to hide his secret relationship with my best friend. Heartbroken and enraged, I confronted them, but things took a deadly turn. Pushed off a cliff, I should have died. Instead, I awakened in a bizarre beast world where I'm the ultimate prize: a peerless beauty. In this strange new realm, beastmen are gorgeous, while their females are gruesome. The rules are simple: men can have only one wife, while women can have multiple husbands. And if a man is abandoned? Death awaits. A strange rules that supposed to belongs to the men like Lu Chen in my world. Now, I'm the target of powerful beasts vying for my attention. But I'm not interested in their affections; I'm driven by a burning desire for revenge against those who wronged me. And I'll stop at nothing to get it. As I navigate this treacherous world, I'm forced to confront the darkness within myself. " Why on earth did no Males here value their lives, willing to throw it away just to please the female they fancy? One of my husbands said he's going to get me the star from the sky which is nearly impossible but he somehow made it possible, another one willingly sends me all his powers and became useless almost got eaten up by his own, another one will die for me and protect me even when facing an opponent stronger than him". With these faithful husbands beside me, will I still go back even if there's a chance? What of my heart?. read to get more experience, author Gold love you all readers. also don't forget to give me your support, your support means everything to me. Happy Reading

A young beautiful teenager whose young days is supposed to be fruitful and filled with happiness but it wasn't so for hazel cus all her days is filled with saddness and sorrow with no one to console her expect her own sadden heart Why?! Because of a damn curse! A wish made under the Starry night ! finally there is solution and she herself embark on a mission to find her true love to break the curse On the journey of finding true love, what exactly goes wrong!!!

[Ding! You have shared an intimate moment with the Goddess of Light] [Ding! You have received …% of her stats attributes] [Ding! You have increased her stats attributes by …%] … Cain wakes up only to find himself transmigrated into a novel that he had read a few years before his death. In this new fantasy realm where the strong are respected and the weak are trampled, Cain awakens his “Unique SSS-Ranked Primordial Beast Master Talent” before an error happens and merged with “Extra’s Harem Gacha System” which can help him become stronger by having sex with powerful women, including those summoned from the system’s Summon Pool. After merging his talent with the system, he can also contract and evolve powerful beasts, instantly upgrading their ranks using Evolution Points. With the ability to convert money into Evolution Points, Cain decides to build his own force, amass wealth, and take full advantage of the system’s potential to rise above all. [Ding! Do you want to refine the Ice Dragon’s Evolution Pill?] [Ding! Do you want to refine the medicine liquid of God's rank?] [Ding! Do you want to refine the Godbreaker sword of the God’s rank?] … After waking up, Cain realizes that his situation is far from simple. He finds himself inhabiting the body of the youngest prince of the weak, unranked Elarion Kingdom, who was recently poisoned and killed by his fiancée, despite having already stated he had no interest in the power struggle of the Elarion kingdom to the point he didn't awaken his talent. However, the only problem is not just that. Cain remembers the Elarion Kingdom as a mere footnote in the novel because it's destined for destruction. Now, Cain is determined to rewrite his fate. He vows to claim the throne, prevent the kingdom's destruction, and transform it into the strongest force in the world before the Era of the Gods descends upon the land. --------------------------------------------------------- [WebNovel Rising Star II Entry] ALL SUPPORT is appreciated. Don't hesitate to add it to your library and give Power Stones!!

In the vast universe, on Monster Star, exotic beasts and powerful beast tamers fight for survival. Each side with the intent to annihilate the other. Alden, a boy of humble origins, always bullied and beaten in school, one day wakes up with a mysterious system. With the help of the system, he embarks on a journey of strength. To become stronger. His first destination, the Beast Taming Academy. But letting go of his fear is not easy, even so more the overcautious personality he has because of the bullies. He tends to overthink everything. And in this world, not everything is as simple as it appears on the surface. Follow Alden as he faces countless ordeals in this fantastical world. Will he prevail and become supreme or will the losses of his loved ones along the way take their toll and break him?

*WARNING* MATURE AUDIENCE ONLY [cultivation and mythology] [Dark] [for readers] "dear readers, this is dark novel with taboo themes and the fist part of the novel contains heavy corruption, the MC will face hardship in the beginning of the corruption ark as corruption and in the later of the corruption ark, the MC will start taking revenge, till the end of revenge arc and yes there is happy ending but how? you'll know at the end of the novel." Genre: cultivation, R18, system, NTR, Milf, bestiality, mythology, Heavy corruption etc,. [Note to readers: While some may assume this novel is solely intended as explicit content, it actually contains a compelling story-line. The novel is divided into two parts: the first explores themes of corruption, while the second focuses on revenge.] "Please remember, this novel is more than just an erotic tale - there's a rich, intriguing story woven throughout. I urge you to keep supporting me, as your motivation is what drives me to continue crafting an engaging story." Synopsis: Ye Yang, the 4th young master of the Ye cultivation clan, was once the weakest member of his family. His feeble cultivation and stagnant growth made him a target for bullying, and he was stripped of his chance to become clan head. While his peers surpassed him, reaching advanced stages like Qi Awakening and Meridian Opening Cultivation Stage, Ye Yang remained stuck at the 9th level of Body Tempering. Ashamed and defeated, he isolated himself from his family, refusing to meet anyone, including his mother Yu Mei and sisters Ye Ling and Ye Mu. Although his father saw him as a disgrace to the Ye family, he still tried to help Ye Yang overcome his limitations. In a desperate attempt to escape his misery, Ye Yang tried to end his life by cutting his wrist. But as he lay dying, a mysterious voice intervened: "If you don't want to live for yourself, then be mine and entertain me." Ye Yang lost consciousness, only to awaken the next morning to a strange screen window: [Choice-based System] [Welcome: Player Ye Yang] This marked the beginning of his transformation, as he embarked on a journey guided by the enigmatic System, confronting his dark past, and uncovering the secrets of his world. [EXTRA INFO] *In chapter 15 you can see unofficial map of the world* *you can read about cultivation stages/realm in comment section of first chapter* [Leave your reviews] OG_Novalist

Alone in the forest and on the verge of death; our protagonist, Akoni, finds himself saved by an unlikely alley. Set before the events of GREEN BORN, these stories takes place three years before Akoni set off on the path of a hero.

Lu Zhen, the young master of the Lu family was defeated and crippled in a battle against Jin's young master. His Sword Dao Heart was also destroyed resulting in his cultivation being stagnant. Three years later, seeing that he will remain trash his whole life, Lu Zhen chose to end his life. As if the heavens were favouring him. Lu Zhen's body was taken over by the Sovereign White Lion which was besieged for its heaven defying technique and had everything taken from it. Will the Sovereign White Lion take Lu Zhen to new heights or will it be devoured by its vengeance?

[Webnovel Rising Star ll Contest] What would you do if you were the younger brother of the number one genius under the heavens? What will you do if you know whatever you do, it will barely be a breeze before the raging flood of your brother's actions? Will you envy him, will you hate him, or will you support him and become a side character of an ever changing dangerous world? This was the situation Eugene found himself at, a boy filled with envy and jealousy toward his brother but also can't help to love him with all his heart. Unfortunately, the world never gave them time to process their complex emotions as things change everyday that seek to not just kill them but destroy their very homeland. This is a world that is barely functioning by the illusion of hope! The more ignorant you are, the more free you are and power comes with responsibility. Knowledge comes with the dangerous realization that the future is bleak and despair is around the corner. Eugene found himself born in a world that ‘Awakened’ as they called it, humans devolved from Apex Predators centuries ago and are barely cattle for the ever evolving beasts and monsters. Two things saved the humans from extinction, and it wasn't their knowledge or weaponry; they are all useless against intelligent beasts that can do better. What saved them was some benevolent beasts that took them as servants, slaves and some as cattle for rearing. The second thing that saved them was the appearance of Gateway that led to various realms in unknown dimensions which aided them to make a pact with willing beasts. They finally gained strength and power and huddled around Gateways and built. Eugene found himself in a race against time as he dived into an unknown dimension, filled with mystery and danger that might have the answers everyone desire. [Webnovel Rising Star ll Contest] Please show your support through comments and reviews!

Beastmen, transmigration, and nobility. No synopsis yet. Just proceed to chapter 1.

Lyra is a 21st-century girl from the modern world who accidentally transmigrated into the beast world while swimming. what happens when a gorgeous young girl with golden blonde hair and ocean blue eyes with ivory white skin doll falls into a world where the female population is drastically low. But as she stays in the world, she discovers many secrets about herself which she never imagined. Join her journey in discovering love, heartache, and the real truth of her life. This is my first story please support me and join me on my journey through this story. The cover photo is not mine Contains mature content with many r#18 scenes audience below 16 restrain from reading it. Follow my insta @ruby_rosie_2001

"3, 2, 1… FIGHT!" the referee shouted. Both of the fighters threw punches at each other, and the crowd cheered. Benjo got hit, Chad got punched, and they just kept striking each other. In the video's of their previous fights they made me watch, they just wrestled and pinned each other, and it was boring. Chad got knocked to the ground and got up once more, then Benjo did the same. Mark and I watched in silence, closely. A lot of minutes later, both of the fighters ran out of breath and just stood meters away from each other, each taking a moment to catch their breath. Both of them really gave their all in the fight, they really showed how much they hate each other. The crowd grew silent, and I looked at Mark, "Damn, that was badass!" "Yeah, I agre-" "WHAT IS THAT!" someone shouted while Mark was talking. I look at the fighters, something glowing caught my eye. Their forearm to their fist, is glowing, glowing and blazing with yellow aura, yellow particles are coming out of the aura like a kindling fire. The crowd are in amazement, and I take a closer look. I saw a lion beside each of the fighters. Two lions, one lion beside Chad, and one lion beside Benjo. Both of the lion are growling at each other. Wait, a lion? When did it get there? There shouldn't be supposed to be lions around here.

In a world where mystical beasts shape the fabric of society, the bond between human and creature can determine destinies—or destroy them. At the age of 10, every child awakens their talent by forging their first beast contract. For Aeris, it wasn’t a mighty predator but a frail Dandelion Sprout, marking him as a failure in the eyes of the world. Yet Aeris harbors an extraordinary secret: the ability to see the evolution paths of every beast, an unassuming gift with the potential to reshape their entire world. Aeris has spent most of his life on the move, avoiding attention and quietly mastering the art of nurturing even the weakest beasts into formidable allies. But his carefully guarded peace begins to unravel when he settles in a new town, only to encounter whispers of a mysterious figure leading a beast rebellion against humanity. This figure is Lyra, a fierce and enigmatic leader who shares a connection with Aeris that runs deeper than either expected. As tensions rise, Aeris and Lyra find themselves on opposite sides of a growing conflict. Lyra seeks retribution for humanity’s exploitation of beasts, while Aeris envisions a path of coexistence. When rogue tamers emerge with forbidden methods threatening the delicate balance between humans and beasts, the two must set aside their differences to face a greater threat. Yet their opposing ideals—and the weight of unspoken truths—risk tearing them apart. Beast Caller is a tale of quiet resilience, fractured bonds, and the enduring hope for a better world.

Ella (Rosabella) is being treated like a slave in her father's house, but when Emperor Carl comes to her father's house for a visit, her stepmother poisons his current Queen because she wants one of her daughters to be with him. But Ella (Rosabella) has no idea that she is going to find out who she really is and who her birth parents are, as well as be with Emperor Carl instead of her stepsisters. Ella (Rosabella) also found out that her stepmother had never divorced from her first husband. Therefore, she is no longer her stepmother and her stepsisters are no longer her stepsisters. Her stepmother comes up with different plans but Emperor Carl, Luke (Ella (Rosabella)'s adopted father), Ian and his sons. Paige, Ella (Rosabella)'s stepmother's first husband and sons. They come up with a plan which allows Emperor Carl to finish his stay at Luke's house and make love with Ella (Rosabella). Ella (Rosabella) goes to the Royal Palace thrice, once to save Emperor Carl's first wife, second to break the spell that was placed over Emperor Carl, and third time to be with Emperor Carl for the rest of her life. Her stepmother and stepsisters get banished to another kingdom. They ended up in a Royal family and never set foot back in their home kingdom. Ella (Rosabella)'s adopted father ends up with the woman he had loved before his second ex-wife forced him to marry her instead. Ella (Rosabella) goes from a servant to a princess to a Empress and proves her fake ex-stepmother and stepsisters wrong.

#R18 [For +100Powerstones/collections = +1 bonus chapter] [Power Stones = Smut] I was transmigrated into a cultivation world and received a powerful beast-taming system. Wow, lucky, right? But this system is too… weird. [Successfully evolved the Blue Spirit Rabbit Beast, Luisha, into a Beast girl] It evolves the beasts I painstakingly tame into beautiful girls [Help her bathe in the hot spring, ensuring she feels relaxed and pampered: +5 Fav] & then asks me to increase their favorability towards me by giving some perverted tasks. I thought I was going to become a big shot with a human harem, but now I have to please these evolved beast girls just to complete the missions this system gives...

In a world where vampires and humans coexist, Princess Winter is forced into an arranged marriage with Prince Ryker, a mysterious and powerful vampire prince. As Winter navigates the complexities of royal politics and supernatural threats, she uncovers dark secrets that changed her life forever. Extract..... Winter's thoughts swirled as she descended into the castle's grand hall. Her father, the king, stood beside a tall, dark-haired figure. The vampire prince. "Ah, Winter, my dear, this is Prince Ryker," her father announced, his voice booming. She felt her heart stop beating as she stared at this handsome creature; he was very pale but different from how books described them to be; she felt Emma stiffen with widened eyes; "I am dying, princess." Winter swallowed hard as she clenched her fist. Prince Ryker's piercing gaze seemed to bore into her soul.