Silver The Hedgehog Kidnapped

'Alarys Military Academy welcomes all the candidates to its doors. I would like to thank all the Kruvaryans for dispatching their youth to us. I may remind you again that this is not a sacrifice but a step towards the eternal prosperity of Kruvarys. Do your Army proud, so you do your Kingdom proud.' Alarys Military Academy was nothing more than a slaughterhouse and Gwen was one of the many sacrificial goats who were forcefully shoved into the entry trials this year. To live, she must survive. To live, she must bond with one of the fire-breathers. But even if she did survive the trials, she had to survive the military academy filled with the offspring of the generals who destroyed the lives of everyone in their Kingdom. However, later she figured out that she had more life-threatening problems in hand. In the Academy, a different sort of mystery awaited her and she couldn't help but think that there was something more sinister about the Military Academy than what met the eye. Bound with her enemy and the Governor General's handsomely infuriating son, Damian Thorndyke, she had to figure out the links between the magic of the lands and the sinister incidents that happened in the Academy every year. All her life, Gwen was considered an outcast for not having a magical moon stone just like every human on the lands. But now that she had the magic she yearned for, why did it seem like the magic in their lands was more of a curse than a blessing? ——— "You are no princess, Gwen," his fingers brushed her cheek as his twilight eyes bore into hers, "You are wild. A breathtakingly ethereal, murderous little venom. You bow to no one. And when I look at you? I am terrified. Terrified of the things that I would do for you." This is a fantasy-romance enemies to lovers trope. Update rate: 1-4 chapters every day, along with a mass release during the weekends. 1 super gift = 6 extra chapters Do support me by sending a gift!

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This is a story about a girl who runs away from her old life, but finds love in someone from her past.

College graduate, Su Ming, accidentally became a temporary worker at the Super Zoo and gained the ability“Friend of Animals,” allowing him to communicate with animals, and even control them!

Elara Blackwood, a young woman with a quiet life, is suddenly torn from everything she knows when she’s abducted by the enigmatic Baroness. Chosen for her striking beauty, Elara is thrust into a dangerous game—one she never asked to play. As the Baroness’s adopted daughter, she must participate in the royal competition for the coveted title of Crown Princess. But Elara’s role is not to win; it’s to secure the Baroness’s path to power and a prestigious duchess title. Caught between the ruthless competition and her own desire to return home to care for her sick mother, Elara is faced with an impossible choice. To defy the Baroness could cost her life, but to play the game could ruin everything she holds dear. In a world where deception, betrayal, and monstrous beasts lurk around every corner, Elara must decide: Will she bow to the power that holds her captive, or will she risk everything to escape, uncover the hidden truths, and confront the dark forces threatening the kingdom?

Raphael Earhart, the adopted son of the most powerful family of magical knights, was bound by a destiny predetermined from birth. Living carefree days, he believed in a peaceful life under the shadow of his family, but fate had other plans. After betrayal and a tragic death, he finds himself sent back to his childhood, retaining memories of the future. Now, with a second chance, can he alter his cruel fate, or is he doomed to repeat the same tragedy? Battles, magic, intrigue, and the search for truth — these will be his weapons as he strives to correct past mistakes and gain the strength to change the world.

"So this is the new girl Tammy got fired for." A deep male voice rumbled. My blood felt electrified in my veins giving me goosebumps. Who was this? The chair spun around revealing a very drool worthy man. His hair was a chocolaty brown, and looked silky. is face was extremely angular and fine cut, like I could prick my finger on his jaw. His eyes were amber, but the yellow was clearer in his eyes than it was in Devon's. He was huge. Definitely 6 something. His shoulders were broadly set. A hand covered my eyes. "Stop oggling my cousin." Devon growled. I scoffed at him, batting away his hand. "I'm merely eying my new opponent." I can't believe I was just caught staring. What was wrong with me?

"Please, I have to go home." That's what I told the man in front of me. I begged him to let me go, but in my heart, I pray he never will.  How crazy is that? How can I feel safer with a stranger I've just met than the man who was supposed to love me until death? Why does he look at me like I'm the most beautiful thing in the world? Does he see the bruises? Is that why he's doing this? I should've never left the house, but I couldn't let him win. Not this time, but I hadn't counted on this. "He'll never hurt you again." I want to believe those words, but I don't know if I can. What if I'm going crazy? What if it's all a dream, and I wake up in the nightmare that's my life? I shouldn't trust him, but gods, why does his voice affect me like this? Why does he smell like lightning storms and heather? "Nefretiri? Do you know what a mate is?" No, he didn't just say that! Life isn't supposed to be this dark. That's what Nefretiri Jordans believed until her world came crumbling down. Her marriage was now a game of slave and master, and she would never win. Not when her husband was cruel enough to bring his mistresses to the house and act like Nefra was nothing more than a servant. She wants to run, but she can't. He'll never let her go, especially not with their new daughter. So, she has no choice but to live in hell and do her best to stay sane. Unfortunately, that line of sanity suddenly breaks when Ricky goes too far, and Nefra makes a stupid choice. After all, it's just a cake. Who cared about that?  Fate has a cruel sense of humor, and Nefra quickly learns that nothing is by chance. So, what started as a painful but necessary trip to the store turned into an unexpected adventure.  After all, she never put mate on her shopping list. Not that it mattered to Ivan. The Alpha of the Sebryanny Kinzhal pack from Colorado who's slowly coming back from a year of hell. All he wanted was to find peace and figure out what he was supposed to do with his life. The moon goddess had an answer, and she set him up to find the one thing he needed to be saved.  So, when Nefra crashed into his truck and he saw her, Ivan knew she was his destiny. Unfortunately for him, she's not on board and seems to belong to someone else. If Ivan wants Nefretiri to be his, he'll need to do more than earn her trust. Dark secrets are waiting to devour both of them, and more than one enemy is watching in the shadows to claim what both unknowingly hold.  Somehow, they must get past their pain to find each other and build something neither believed was possible again. Finally, it's time to put the cards on the table and bet it all. If they win, their lives will be more than either of them could ever dream, but if they lose, the darkness will destroy more than one life.

Leon sat cross-legged in the middle of his dimly lit room, his brows furrowed in intense concentration. A single candle flickered beside him, casting long shadows on his face. With his narrowed eyes, a slightly crooked grin, and his hood draped low over his head, Leon looked less like an innocent 12-year-old experimenting with magic and more like a nefarious villain from a cheap mystery novel. In front of him sat his subject of choice—a small, trembling gray cat with wide, terrified eyes. Its tail twitched nervously, and it tried to edge away, but Leon's outstretched hands blocked its escape. “Don’t be scared,” Leon whispered in a low, gravelly tone, trying to be reassuring. “This will… probably be fine.” To the cat, however, his words sounded like a devilish chant. Its fur bristled as it tried to back away, but Leon gently nudged it closer with a book. “Trust me,” he said again, his grin widening. To the cat, it looked like the grin of a madman. Leon raised his hands, ready to channel his fusion magic. He had this brilliant idea—maybe if he combined the cat’s natural agility with some enchanted fabric, he could create the ultimate stealth companion! He focused, energy swirling in his hands— BAM! The door to his room exploded inward with a deafening crash. “LEON!” shouted a chorus of voices. Startled, Leon’s magic surged uncontrollably. The glowing energy veered off course, missed the cat entirely, and hit the pile of uniforms scattered near his bed. In an instant, there was a brilliant flash of light, a puff of ominous black smoke, and a strange sizzling sound. As the smoke cleared, Leon’s friends—Aiden, Samual, and Felix—stood frozen in the doorway, coughing and waving the smoke away. Their eyes adjusted to the scene: a very guilty-looking Leon, a terrified cat darting under the bed, and the unmistakable sight of a bright red bikini hanging off the edge of Leon’s desk, glimmering faintly with leftover magical energy. “What… the… hell?” Aiden muttered, his gaze darting between Leon and the bikini. Samual blinked, then smirked. “Leon,” he said slowly, his tone dripping with mockery, “I didn’t know you had… interesting hobbies.” Felix, the youngest of the group and usually the quietest, pointed at the smoke still curling from the bikini and whispered, “Is that… black magic?” “Wait, no!” Leon exclaimed, scrambling to his feet. “It’s not what it looks like! I was fusing! The magic just… misfired!” Samual crossed his arms and raised an eyebrow. “Oh, sure, Leon. Because the first thing every 12-year-old fuses is a bikini. Totally normal.” Aiden leaned against the doorframe, pretending to look thoughtful. “It must be black magic,” he said with a mock-serious tone. “How else could a loser like Leon accidentally summon a bikini?”

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In the battle of different super planets, Rong jingyu , the commander in chief, the strongest woman after the king of a super planet was betrayed by her best friend and her fiance. The strong headed girl went for the war immediately without giving the bastard couple a second glance, but still destroying their whole life after this day. Because of a technical glitch caused by the jealousy of the king which cost her, her life and she transmigrate to the blue plant(earth) with her 4 team leaders passing through a blackhole. Rong jingyu had a hard life, being hated by her whole family, misunderstood by everyone as a jinx for eating her father's life and finally died in the hands of the person whom she trusted the most . Her cousin and her childhood sweetheart. Leaving behind a sickly mother and a pityful brother. The strongest woman took her place and swore to get back what rightfully belongs to her and give back everything that she and her family suffered in the hands of her grandmother, her uncles' family and that green tea couple with a super diligent space with billions of supplies and resources, super exotic crops and food from the previous plant. She also retained her previous superpowers as well as able to connect to her previous loyal army leaving the previous planet as an empty shell without any security. She took her family with the billions of supplies and her loyal army to build her own super business and again be the strongest and the wealthiest woman in the blue planet. He, Gong zhanchen , mysterious, cold-blooded, ruthless, untouchable, no one knew where he came from five years ago and just scooped up the whole business world establishing his own multi-trillion business empire. All most , none saw his real face since many, really couldn't afford to see him. But, he really seemed to be searching for something or someone!? .... Gong zhanchen eyes seemed to turn red when he saw the same face and sensed the exact same aura emanating from her " got you! " He whispered under his mouth staring at the girl. ..... Few years later- Gong zhanchen went inside the washroom, picked up a washboard and came back outside and kneeled before a beautiful woman sitting on the bed ignoring him. "Wife! I'm sorry! I know it's my fault. I shouldn't have lose control and gone out of limit last night." Saying this he suddenly smirked. " But didn't you enjoy it too? I can still hear your excited screaming voice from last night " The woman suddenly flushed and glared at him. Pointing a finger towards the door outside " Tonight! Your sleeping OUT in the living room sofa " ....... let's join Rong jingyu on her adventure and finding out from the hidden secrets behind her rebirth to eliminating all the hidden dangers lurking in the dark . sorry if I have some/many grammar mistakes. English is not my first language and this is purely my own fantasy. I don't own the cover picture but I own the story.

In a world where humans possess extraordinary powers, the balance of fate is threatened by the return of Volkner, a former hero turned villain. After being defeated and killed by a group of brave warriors, Volkner is offered a second chance by an angel, allowing him to travel back in time to exact his revenge on those who wronged him—particularly the young Isaki Ryo. Isaki, a determined twelve-year-old with a strong desire to prove his worth, is about to embark on his mandatory three-year military training. Trained by his father, Izaku Ryo, Isaki has always dreamed of becoming strong enough to join the prestigious academy for individuals with special powers. Unbeknownst to him, dark forces are stirring, and the specter of Volkner’s vengeance looms ever closer. As Isaki prepares for the challenges ahead, he grapples with his own insecurities and the legacy of his family's tragic past. Surrounded by a world filled with intrigue, danger, and hidden powers, Isaki's journey will test his courage, forge unlikely alliances, and ultimately determine the fate of not only himself but the world around him. In a tale woven with threads of destiny, revenge, and the quest for strength, Echoes of Fate explores the complexity of choice and the consequences of past actions as Isaki must confront the shadows of his future.

The City of Pandora is rich and technologically advanced, home to many great minds of humans gifted with the power to use tools created by God. While many from all over wish to move and live within the safety of its borders and experience the richness of life, the city holds a dark secret bathed in humanity's sins.

"Hey, beautiful," she paused, "may I know your name?" Nox asked, not really believing the words that were leaving her lips at that moment. "I'm Dunamis, Aylin Dunamis. What's yours?" Aylin spoke, her sweet, soft voice sounding to Nox as beautiful as a symphony of angels. "Nox, Scarlett Nox, and I, dear Aylin, am your mate." Came the reply, Aylin's eyes widening with realization at the revelation by the Alpha before her. ------------------------------------------------------------- A random visit to a cafe` for a fresh coffee after a soulless morning in the office is the last place Alpha Scarlett Nox expected to find her mate, a sweet-looking omega called Aylin Dunamis. As they begin to explore their lives together as mates, the universe begins to stir. Unexpected encounters, unending hostilities and reunited loved ones appear, making the two wolves begin to realise that not all is as it seems. When the secrets they suffered to keep hidden finally surface, will they be buried under the skeletons they hid in their closets? One thing that is certain is that their meeting may have been fortune's favour, but the road ahead of them had no such sentiments. ----------------------------------------------------------- This is not a slow-burn romance in any way, shape or form. It contains some Futa aspects, if not comfortable, I suggest you don't read. Also, I do not take credit for any of these character images, the credit goes to pixart. This story is in the WSA Contest, so please vote and add it to your collection! Ruthless Alpha x Fiery Omega Girl x Girl

Alternative Title - "Since I’m Reborn in Another World’s Oldest Country By My Ancestor, I Guess I’ll Have To Settle On Being ‘Racist’" Through the years of my past life, the moment I was born, you could say I watched and observed things coming from this person whose family being influential yet low-key and hidden. It was a practice started by my famiglia's first patriarch for the purpose of expanding the network of our famiglia's business and intelligence with layers of front organizations and entities handling the operations as the 'public face'. Our famiglia's first patriarch, he was the starter of everything and the one who set the foundations of our famiglia while we continue building and expanding his foundations. One day while partially drunk after drinking beer cans, my device suddenly had a reincarnation offer by none other the first patriarch himself. After reading and understanding it, I accepted it. From there, as a reincarnated citizen of Blue Star's oldest civilization and state under the same ruling royal dynasty, after reading the history books and records, I now understand why the citizens of this country jokingly refer to the foreign persons from the younger countries and civilizations as 'youngsters' I'm now a full-fledged 'racist'! Shiveringly shocking, isn't it? P.S. Also published in Wattpad and Scribblehub

Who is the killer nobody knows but an incident made an advantage that killer gone unvailed .

[WARNING: MATURE CONTENT] "My Winky is Gone?!" Su Yan exclaimed inwardly, grappling with the reality of his changed body. He was no longer the person he once was. Now he had reincarnated into a different world and inhabited the body of a woman whose name was Su Mu. In the blink of an eye, Su Yang's world turned to darkness as a truck staggered towards him, bringing an abrupt end to his life. To Su Yang's surprise, instead of an eternal void, He awakened in an unfamiliar room. As Su Yang stumbled to his feet, He couldn't help but notice the silver strands cascading down his reflection in the mirror—a stark contrast to the familiarity of his former self. A sense of bewilderment filled the air as he took in the surroundings, realizing that this was not the world Su Yang once knew. It wasn't just the change in scenery that caught his attention; it was his huge breasts, beneath the surface of the pink nightgown with a v-neck lace trim highlighting the gap between those huge breasts. He hesitantly examined himself, and there, in the nether region, undeniable alterations had taken place. The silver-haired beauty—a statuesque figure adorned with a pair of full, graceful breasts—stared back at herself in the mirror. Questions flooded Su Mu's mind. "How did this happen?!" she was turned into a beautiful woman with a perfect figure that could make anyone fall for her. But 'he' who has become 'she' is facing a major problem, and that is she can't make herself like men over women. "But, will I?"

Embark on an adventure of adventures as a young girl is required to go on the search for an ancient book of life in order to protect her world's reality. With the convergence underway, it will only take a few days before otherworldly dangers are unleashed upon planet Ertha, only the book's powers can stop the threat that looms.

I find myself gazing into the eyes of a silver werewolf. There's a strange pull between us, yet I can see the disappointment in his eyes. Could it be because of his anger towards my witch lineage? I feel a deep yearning and my heart aches when he says he'll break his bond with me. What is this pain I feel? Witches and werewolves were once allies, or so my grandmother said. But everything changed when one witch cast a love spell on a werewolf, leading to the downfall of the Silver Moon pack. This betrayal sparked a hunt for all witches and warlocks.

Silver, a high school student who is suddenly reincarnated into a fantasy world where he is a member of the evil royal family, the House of Silver. Would he be able to escape his family's cruel fate? Or would he succumb to their dark influence?

Veronica is an eighteen-year-old omega who falls into an emotional breakdown when her Mate, who was soon to be the Alpha of the Sun crest pack, turns against her, hurls hurtful words at her, and rejects her on the night of the full moon festival because he and everyone in the pack, including her, thinks she is an omega. As if the pain of rejection, helplessness, and worthlessness wasn't enough, she lost her best and only friend to the cold hands of death when rogue wolves attacked their pack. Right in the presence of her mate, she was tagged as someone who always attracted problems and calamities anywhere she went and he turned a blind eye and watched as she was banished from the pack. With hatred for her life, she runs deep into the woods that were off-limits and jumps off to end her life, but in a turn of events, something else happens. What would her mate do when he finds out that Veronica is not who he thinks she is? Will she be able to forgive him? What fate lies ahead for them?

Minho had no idea that a simple mistake could land him in the hands of the devil himself. But to be fair, he never knew that giving himself up meant getting involved with a mafia prince. However, the mafia prince managed to break through his defences. Jae Hyun Park might seem charming, but deep down, he's a ticking time bomb waiting to go off. His goal is to own and keep Minho. But Minho has no interest in staying in his blood-soaked world, or at least that's what he thinks.

After a life full of failures, she thought the end was just… the end. But she wakes up in an ironic twist—as a hedgehog! Resigned to a second life behind glass, she’s unexpectedly adopted by an idol~ In the warmth of his apartment, the unlikely pair form an unusual, heartwarming bond.

Great is the one who greatness is upon, strong and knowledgeable is the one who finds it, for i am strong ,i am great ,i am Lighting silver dragon. Being passionate brings out the different in you and give you the ability to change your world. (my name is Pst perfect) I am passionate

"When you love someone, you do not give up on them! You fight until the end!” ~Selene "I refuse to lose you !! PLEASE !!" ~Prince Alcyd "Who needs love if I have the world under my palm?" ~King Viktor Under the Blood Moon, it is told in the prophecy that a she-wolf will be born with the mixed blood of a witch and a vampire. It is revealed that Selene will rule over the supernatural world and possessing the power to unite the werewolves. Selene lost her pack and family. She vows to search for her older brother, her only remaining relative who seems to be alive. Crown Prince Alcyd McSigurd, second son of King Viktor is the most arrogant, ruthless, and most powerful among all his siblings. He is an Alpha too, though not the king of Alphas, like his father. Despite being nineteen, Alcyd is known as his father’s youngest general in the werewolf kingdom. Thus, dark forces fear the prophecy that is to come into fruition. A battle for supremacy over the supernatural world is bound to happen. Would they find love in the middle of the darkest times? Can their love sustain and thrive with all the threat that surrounds them? [Volume 1] - War of the Werewolves [Volume 2] - Legion of Vampires As the war between werewolves ended, King Lionel gathered his own forces in his own claim for supremacy. Selene and her fated Alpha unite their forces together in their attempt of taking what was rightfully destined for the new chosen one against those who dared to claim the supreme throne. [Volume 3] - Return of The Dark Lord After the Second Greatest War, Selene and Alcyd welcome another chapter in their life as Selene reign as the Supreme Ruler while Alcyd protect his loved ones from the return of the Dark Lord. Will their love be enough to conquer the darkness? Can Selene and Alcyd keep their loved ones safe from the looming threat of darkness? [Volume 4] - New Generation (Coming Soon!) (New Generation!) --- What kind of twisted fate awaits the Alpha Prince and Selene? Will there be love conquers it all or will darkness take it all? The battle between good and evil; who will stand victorious in this battle for supremacy? ============== ** 1 or 2 Chapters Release on 18:00 +8 GMT on the first week of the month ** ~ Release of chapters will only increase based on demand and support of Readers. ** For Gift or Donation in any amount is highly appreciated! All gifts are immediately spent on medicines and food for my family. ** paypal.me/madskie00017 Discord: madskie00017#8773 Instagram: @alphaprincenovel -For behind the scenes and more personal look with the making of the story THANK YOU SO MUCH for the support !! ========= *** Disclaimer: *** This novel's story, characters, and setting are all fictitious. All involved concept and terms which were used for names, institution, agencies, positions/titles, abilities, living and non-living things are all just Author's imagination. There is no association or reflection towards anybody or any organization or any entity in real life.

She is the very thing he's spent his whole life hunting. He is the very thing she's spent her whole life pretending to be. Only the extraordinary belong in the kingdom of Ilya the exceptional, the empowered, the Elites. The powers these Elites have possessed for decades were graciously gifted to them by the Plague, though not all were fortunate enough to both survive the sickness and reap the reward. Those born Ordinary are just that-ordinary. And when the king decreed that all Ordinaries be banished to preserve his Elite society, lacking an ability suddenly became a crime making Paedyn Gray a felon by fate and a thief by necessity. Surviving in the slums as an Ordinary is no simple task, and Paedyn knows this better than most. Having been trained by her father to be keenly observant since she was a child, Paedyn poses as a Psychic in the crowded city, blending in with the Elites as best she can to stay alive and out of trouble.... easier said than done. When Paeydn unsuspectingly saves one of Ilya's princes, she finds herself thrown into the Purging Trials. The brutal competition exists to showcase the Elites' powers-the very thing Paedyn lacks. If the Trials and the opponents within them don't kill her, the prince she's fighting feelings for certainly will if he discovers what she is...completely Ordinary

"Raising my head to gaze at the sky, beyond the starry river lies an unattainable homeland. Beneath my boots, the land is ravaged by swirling dust and boundless wilderness. With only a gun and a blade in hand, it is iron and blood alone that define the old world's frontier. Truth does not reside within the range of artillery, nor before the predatory strongholds, and certainly not within the kingdom of heaven. It resides only within our hearts."

"The Hacker and the Mob Boss" Ivy Alexander seems to be an ordinary girl in the public eye only with her thick-framed glasses, baggy clothes, and hair always up in a ponytail. But her head tucked away behind a computer screen, and no one knows she's armed with a heart of gold, a genius IQ, the queen of hackers, the queen of business; also, she’s the heir of a trillion properties in hidden because it’s her idea to hide her real identity that’s really powerful behind her even her dad, mom, and grandparents agree with her idea. She hacks her way into virtual systems in search of her lost younger twin brother, who got lost when they were still 6 years old in a party business in France. Unfortunately for her, she has hacked into the wrong database. She hacked into the database of the powerful, notorious mob boss, Dominic "Dom" Ivanov. Dom is the opposite of his name. He's known for his ruthlessness, obsession, and possessiveness. As a mob boss to a mafia, he only learned to eat or be eaten. When Ivy stumbles upon his database, a plan disperses into his mind. He's going to take her and make her his—his Bella, his queen, his sunshine, his wife, and the mother of his children. *…..* "I don't share, angel." "He's a friend," she found herself saying. Dominic was too busy staring at her to notice the fiery glare in Dom's eyes. She was mentally praying that Dom would just look away. His fingers trailed up her leg before his hand latched onto her t-shirt. He held her there while a small gasp left her lips. "I will fuck you on this table if he doesn't stop looking at what belongs to me." He said. *…..* => Ivy Alexander (Hacker, Business, Secret Heiress) Ivy is a pretty, beautiful, genius, lovely, brave, independent, strong girl. To the world, she’s introverted and quiet and blends into the background with her baggy clothes and oversized glasses. But behind the screen, she’s a fearless genius with a sharp tongue and unmatched confidence in her abilities. She’s lovely but guarded, holding her emotions close to her heart while using her skills to search for her lost twin brother. Born into a wealthy and powerful family, Ivy chose to hide her true identity to live freely and pursue her passion for hacking. Her love for tech started when she was young, but it was more skilled when her twin brother, Ethan, went missing during a high-profile business party in France when they were only six. Since then, she’s dedicated her life to finding him, often sacrificing her own happiness. She’s the hidden heir to her family’s empire, but few know her true identity. .... => Dominic "Dom" Ivanov (Mob Boss) Dom is ruthless, dangerous, and also possessive. He doesn’t care about rules or limits when it comes to getting what he wants. He’s strategic, always a few steps ahead, and has a dark, magnetic charm that draws people in whether they like it or not. Under the hardened outside, his a deep needed for love and control. When he sees something—or someone—he wants, nothing will stand in his way. As the leader of the Russian mafia, Dom has lived a life of violence and power. Born into the underworld, he was raised by a father who taught him that emotions were weaknesses. He built his empire on fear and respect, never showing his weakness. However, when Ivy hacks into his database, something changes inside him. He becomes obsessed with her, not only for her skills but for the challenge she presents. In his mind, she’s his other half—his queen.