Lightening Thief

In a world where shadows whisper secrets and darkness holds untold power, Kael Draven is no ordinary hunter. Born with the rare ability to meld into shadows, he walks the line between light and darkness, a rogue outcast chasing justice in a city overrun by corruption and ancient evils. When Kael stumbles upon a forbidden artifact linked to a lost civilization, he becomes the target of sinister forces both human and supernatural. As enemies close in, Kael must unlock the artifact’s secrets while confronting his haunting past. With allies ranging from a fiery thief to a mysterious scholar, the fate of the city and perhaps the world rests on his ability to master the shadows within. Dive into an epic tale of vengeance, power, and self-discovery where trust is a gamble, and every shadow hides a deadly secret

In a fractured world where cities float above an endless abyss of darkness, every citizen is tethered to the Lightstones—artifacts that shield them from the horrors of the Void. But once a year, the cursed are "Recalled," dragged into the Abyss to face trials orchestrated by the enigmatic Wardens, ancient beings who dwell in its depths. Survival in the Abyss means returning stronger, but failure leaves nothing behind but echoes. Elric, an unremarkable street thief struggling to survive in the poorest district of the floating city of Ashborne, discovers a terrifying secret: he is a Boundling, someone born tethered to a shadow from the Void. His shadow holds unimaginable power, but every time he uses it, a part of his humanity slips away. When Elric is Recalled into the Abyss, he learns the truth about his connection to the Wardens—and realizes that the Void itself is whispering his name. Now, Elric must navigate the labyrinthine depths of the Abyss, forging fragile alliances and confronting ancient horrors, while uncovering the truth behind his cursed existence. The closer he comes to mastering his shadow, the more he risks becoming what he fears most: a creature of the Void.

In a fractured world where magic is fading and kingdoms clash for dominance, Aralyn Thorne lives a quiet life as a blacksmith’s daughter in the remote village of Morwyn. But her life is upended when raiders attack, seeking a mysterious medallion hidden among her family’s belongings. In the chaos, Aralyn awakens a latent magic she never knew she possessed—one powerful enough to destroy her village and mark her as the last descendant of Eldoria, a legendary kingdom thought lost to time. Guided by cryptic whispers from the medallion, Aralyn embarks on a perilous journey to reclaim Eldoria’s forgotten legacy and stop the return of the Shadowborn—ancient beings who once brought the kingdom to ruin. Along the way, she gathers a band of unlikely allies: Kael, a brooding mercenary with secrets of his own; Siena, a clever thief driven by her past; and Ephraim, a scholar desperate to uncover the truth about Eldoria’s fall

A young boy was living peacefully. Although he was poor and alone, he was happy with what he had. Until one day, a girl came into his lonely life, making it worth living. However, this also didn't last long when the girl he considered his only family in the world got afflicted with a mysterious illness! In the end, he sold his parent's house, the last memory he had of them, hoping to save his Lil Sis. He was even willing to live in the slums if he could save her and, for the first time in his life, stop this tragedy from happening! But fate yet played another trick on him when a greedy shop owner sold him fake medicine and tricked all the money he got after selling his parents' house! After being pushed into the corner, he hated those treacherous people; he hated the unfair life, and he even hated Heaven itself! In the moment of hatred and helplessness, he holloed to the sky, "IF I HAVE THE POWER, I'LL STEAL FROM HEAVEN ITSELF, JUST LIKE HOW IT STEALS EVERYONE FROM ME!" However, this boy didn't know that this absurd wish would be granted one day by something called the system, and it would also force him to walk on the path of a THIEF! A path that was despised and loathed by Heaven itself! ______ Discord Server: https://discord.gg/uFwusxf3

Ah Dai, a thief known for his simplicity and innocence, was taken away by the powerful alchemist Goris for some purpose during a theft. From then on, Ah Dai's fate was forever altered. Destiny led him to save the most formidable assassin on the continent. The King of Assassins, driven by revenge, forcibly took Ah Dai to a remote town and generously imparted all he knew. Would Ah Dai transform into a demon from his encounters with the assassin? With the blood-red sun in the sky, anomalies must arise. Blood rain drenches the world, and calamity is imminent. A millennium calamity is about to descend on the continent – who will be the savior? A fusion of kindness and evil, a unification of light and darkness, initiated by the Phoenix's Blood, transcends numerous impediments. Bonded by the Divine Dragon's Blood, love is eternally infused.

Aeliana’s body tensed, every instinct urging her to flee, but her legs refused to obey. The weight of Kaelion’s presence pressed down on her chest, as if the air itself bowed to his will. She clenched her fists, willing herself to stay upright, to meet his gaze with whatever scraps of courage she could muster. She wouldn’t let him see her fear. “Step forward,” Kaelion ordered, his tone smooth but unyielding. Her jaw tightened. The part of her that was human screamed to fight, to run, but there was a faint hum beneath her skin—a whisper of something else. Something fae. It stirred like a forgotten memory, pulling her feet forward against her will. She stopped only a breath away from him, her chin tilted defiantly despite the trembling in her limbs. Up close, the king was even more overwhelming. His features were carved in sharp, perfect lines, his mismatched eyes glinting with an intelligence that saw too much. He wasn’t just cruel; he was calculating. A predator who enjoyed the chase as much as the kill. “What are you?” Kaelion asked, his voice soft but dangerous. He reached out, his claw-tipped fingers brushing the edge of her hood. She flinched, and his lips twitched—a hint of amusement at her reaction. “I’m no one,” she bit out, her voice steadier than she felt. “Just a thief.” “A thief?” he echoed, his fingers catching the edge of the hood. With a single motion, he pushed it back, exposing her face to the moonlight. The murmurs of the onlookers grew louder, their perfect features twisting with disdain. Kaelion’s eyes narrowed, his gaze raking over her. “No one, indeed.” He took a step closer, his presence enveloping her like a dark tide. “And yet… there’s something about you. Something familiar.” Aeliana’s heart pounded as his hand moved, fingers brushing the curve of her jaw. His touch was light, but it burned like fire, sending a shiver down her spine. “I should kill you for your insolence,” Kaelion said, his voice dropping to a dangerous whisper. “But there’s a… curiosity to you. A defiance I rarely see.” His lips curled into a smirk that didn’t reach his eyes. “I think I’ll keep you instead.” “Keep me?” Her voice cracked as anger flared, momentarily overriding her fear. “I’m not some pet to be claimed.” Kaelion’s smirk vanished, replaced by a cold, imperious glare. “You misunderstand, little thief. I’m not offering you a choice.” Aeliana’s stomach twisted as he raised his hand, his fingers glowing faintly with dark energy. Before she could react, a pulse of power shot through her, wrapping around her wrists like invisible chains. She stumbled, her knees buckling, but the magic held her upright. “You’ve entered my city, stolen from my people, and dared to defy me,” Kaelion said, his voice echoing with authority. “Your punishment will serve as a lesson to all who think they can do the same.” “And what punishment is that?” she spat, struggling against the bonds. Kaelion leaned in, his face inches from hers. “You’ll serve me,” he said, his voice a low, menacing growl. “Body and soul. Until I decide you’ve earned your freedom.” The crowd gasped, their whispers growing louder as the king straightened. Aeliana’s blood ran cold as she realized the full weight of his words. This wasn’t just about punishment—it was about control. And she was at the mercy of a man who had none. “Take her to the palace,” Kaelion commanded, his eyes never leaving hers. “I’ll decide what to do with her later.” The soldiers moved to obey, and Aeliana felt herself being pulled away, her body still bound by the king’s magic. As they dragged her through the streets, the crowd parted, their beautiful faces filled with a mix of fear and contempt. She clenched her fists, her mind racing. She couldn’t let this be the end. She wouldn’t let herself be another victim of Kaelion’s tyranny. Somewhere deep inside her, the faint hum of power stirred again, stronger this time.

VOLK SMAAAAASSH! Reincarnated with a body like a nuclear bomb, let's turn this magical world into a nuclear wasteland! As someone who loved fighting, Volk Mogger was the most miserable of them all. Born with a small frame, tiny limbs, and underdeveloped muscles, he struggled to grasp anything that was taught to him. He was relegated to merely watching others fight—whether on the internet, on television, or in real life. One day, while riding in his wheelchair, he was abducted and taken to a strange place for a radioactive experiment, which ultimately failed. However, Volk soon discovered that he had been reincarnated in a magical world as a member of an Orc horde, which was hunted by higher life forms despite merely wanting to establish a land where they could honor their traditions and build a home alongside their symbiotic partners, the Elven Witch races. Suddenly, a system screen appeared before Volk, announcing that he had acquired the power to transform into an invincible radioactive titan who yearns to be the strongest of them all. However, this transformation had a time limit, and to extend that limit, he had to win! But win what? Ding! | Beat up the Orcs thief who stole your spoil and a chance to have a wife! | Reward: Extend the radioactive time to 2 minutes. | Failure: Minus 1 minute. | Current radioactive time: 2 minutes. |

Duck-Hwan, a seasoned gamer, is mysteriously transported to the world of Orvhalis after reaching the final level of an online game. Now trapped in the body of his character, a low-ranking thief, he must survive in a world ruled by ruthless rulers, where any mistake can cost him his life. With few allies and limited abilities, Doruuk discovers that to change his fate, he must battle monsters, uncover secrets, and collect rare Luminar that can grant him unimaginable power. But in a dark and dangerous world, only those who walk in the shadows can hope to rise above.

In the dark alleys of Guttric City, Hazel, a skilled thief, targets the elite's opulent homes to plunder valuables and takes them for a resale to distribute the money to the city's forgotten orphans. Her latest target: the eerie Estate of Death, shrouded in terrifying tales and said to harbor ancient and valuable artifacts. Believing the estate to be abandoned, Hazel ventures in, but her luck runs out when she's captured by the estate's enigmatic owner, a ruthless vampire.To her surprise, Hazel discovers she's a Lythrix, a rare being with the ability to transform into an animal and harness powerful energy bursts. and it was revealed that she's the second living one, Hazel soon finds herself trapped in a web of dark desires and ancient secrets. The vampire's cold exterior hides a burning obsession, and he'll stop at nothing to keep her by his side. As Hazel navigates the world of vampires and witches she struggles to maintain her independence and free will, she uncovers the dark history of the Estate of Death and with each passing moment, she becomes more entrenched in a world of ancient curses, forgotten lore, and supernatural drama, the vampire's grip on her tightens and tensions escalate, Hazel finds herself at the center of a brewing storm, her emotional attraction to the vampire and with the fate of Guttric City hanging in the balance. she must find a way to bring everything back to calm. Will she accept the sudden reveletion that she is the vampire's mate and follow her heart thereby succumbing to the darkness that has haunted Guttric City for years or would she do things in another extreme way?

She is a thief of the 24th century, but she has traveled back to a stupid and useless person without a father or mother, and it depends on the faces of those in the family. idiot? waste material? Very good, she will soon let these foolish Earthlings know what it means to regret deeply! Fighting spirit? Magic? Her dual cultivation of magic and martial arts crushes all geniuses. The position of head of the household? The Vermilion Bird Divine Beast? to want to? Sorry, she took it But who will tell her that this cute Zhengtai, who gets dizzy and vomits wildly while riding in a carriage, is really the mythical creature Suzaku? What kind of god is the mysterious soul that resides in her body, like an old man? And Why do other people's friends show all kinds of domineering aura, and their domineering aura is incomparable. Why are these few people around her, either the sly merchant fox man, the paralyzed iceberg technology otaku, or the fickle and charming ghost? The best one is probably that sick and beautiful man! What about the promised hegemony over the world and the tyranny of all directions?

When a mysterious box appears in his antique shop, Zane's ordinary life shatters—literally—as a leather-clad stranger crashes through his window to steal it. But the theft is only the beginning. Now demons stalk the streets of Asgard, all hunting for Zane, and the box's secrets. His sole protection? Blaine, the irritable thief himself, who turns out to be a fallen angel's son cursed with uncontrollable wrath. Now Zane's quiet life spirals into chaos as he's forced to trust Blaine. Together, they race to find out the box's secrets before the demons hunting them can claim it. But Zane is drawn deeper into Blaine's world , he realizes the bigger danger might be falling for someone who has sworn never to love. The box holds a power that could tip the balance between Heaven and Hell. And Zane's ordinary life isn't the only thing at stake anymore.

A young thief is saved from a life of crime by a mercenary contracted to end his spree. Thrown into an academy for mercenaries with no lifeline, can he overcome this strange new world he finds himself in? Can he gather the courage and allies to see him through before a festering evil ends everything? Welcome to Stonewall Keep, Mercenary.

In a desperate bid to save his family, our main character steals a name Samuel Wright, a life, and a chance to chase the legend of golden eggs across the sea. But as guilt weighs heavy and danger looms in every shadow, Samuel must decide how far a thief can go before he loses everything—including himself.

In a world where magic is the cornerstone of power and society, Kael, a humble apprentice, struggles to find his place amidst the rigid hierarchies of noble families and their arcane schools. But when his small village falls under attack by rogue mages, Kael’s latent powers awaken in a spectacular—and dangerous—fashion. Marked by destiny and wielding an ancient relic, the Crown of Arcana, he is thrust into the heart of a prophecy foretelling the rise of the Arcane King. Hunted by inquisitors and feared by noble factions, Kael embarks on a harrowing journey of discovery, gathering allies as varied as a cunning thief with a secret past, a disgraced knight searching for redemption, and a mysterious mage with ties to the prophecy. Together, they uncover the shadowy force behind the instability in their world: the Veil, an ancient organization intent on enslaving magic itself. As Kael’s power grows, so does the weight of his responsibility. Leading a rebellion against a corrupt magical order, he must navigate betrayal, loss, and the Crown’s dark influence. With every battle fought and alliance forged, Kael inches closer to fulfilling his destiny—but at what cost? As the final confrontation looms, Kael must confront not only his enemies but also the darker truths about his powers, the prophecy, and the sacrifices required to forge a new era. Will he emerge as the savior the world needs, or will he be consumed by the very magic he seeks to master? The Arcane King is an epic tale of power, destiny, and sacrifice, weaving intricate magic systems, complex characters, and breathtaking battles into a saga that will leave readers spellbound.

In a world forever changed by the appearance of mysterious portals, Earth is no longer the only frontier. These gateways lead to the Forsaken World, an incomprehensibly vast and dangerous plane filled with deadly creatures, uncharted lands, and untold opportunities. For those daring enough to enter, the risk of death is constant—but so is the promise of evolution. Evolvers grow stronger by hunting the Forsaken World’s monstrous inhabitants, absorbing their essence to gain power and face ever-greater challenges. The portals have drawn countless seekers of strength, power, and survival—each gambling with their lives. Victor grew up on the fringes of this new society. Orphaned and excluded, even by those meant to care for him, he was forced into a life of theft just to survive. After nearly losing his place in the orphanage, he began stealing from the wealthy to pay his way, juggling a double life as a diligent student and desperate thief. Driven by the need to escape his circumstances and provide for those he cares about, Victor sees the Forsaken World as both his greatest risk and his only chance. With alliances forming and enemies closing in, he must decide: will he fall to the dangers of the Forsaken World, or rise as one of its greatest Evolvers?

"Her life was a web of deception, danger, and a fight for survival." Arya, a bold and cunning thief, finds herself caught in a dangerous game of revenge when a mysterious and powerful man, Kian, mistakes her for Serena—the woman he holds responsible for his mother’s death. To save her life, Arya must prove her innocence while navigating the dark and enigmatic world of Kian. Will Arya uncover the secrets of this mysterious world? Can she reveal the true killer behind Kian’s mother’s death? What is this strange world Arya has suddenly found herself in? Read "The Villainess's Second Chance"—a thrilling story filled with conflict, mystery, and untold layers of redemption.

In the city of Baghdad, Aladdin, a mischievous but kind-hearted thief, dreams of a better life. His world changes when he finds a magical lamp with a genie, Ginu, inside. Along the way, he meets Princess Yasmine, a brave and compassionate royal, and they form a deep bond. Together, they face Zafar, a powerful and evil sorcerer who seeks to control the world using dark magic. As Aladdin and Yasmine fight to protect Baghdad, they discover their own strengths, confront their pasts, and learn the true meaning of love and sacrifice. This is a story filled with a bunch of adventures, magic, and romance.

In a world where deities and mythical creatures roam, Arjun Nakshatra Wijaya, a cunning thief, unwittingly disturbs Garuda's eternal slumber while seeking the legendary Amrita artifact to avenge his mother. Enraged, Garuda curses Arjun to complete 1001 life-threatening quests as atonement. Each quest forces him to confront treacherous landscapes, battle mythical creatures, and overthrow false deities along with their fanatical worshipers. If he fails to complete one, Garuda will take over his body as a new vessel to run amok around the world once more. Will Arjun be able to complete all the 1001 life-threatening quests without a fail? Will he be able to avenge his mother? Follow his journey by diving into this dark fantasy story. Schedule: 7 Chapters/Week Update Time: 1 A.M. (GMT +7) Extra Chapter: Each 1k Power Stone

In the confines of her chambers, Vivian Moore, made the tragic decision to take her own life. The Crown Prince's abandonment for another and the humiliation she had to go through proved unbearable. Even the Royal Family made a move to banish her from the city by arranging a compensation engagement with a lowly Baron's Son, further shattering her and her family's reputation and dignity. However, this desperate act opened the door for a New Vivian, a fusion of her former self and one from a different world who had witnessed these events unfold in a Visual Novel RPG. This woman is Nadia of Medjay, a skilled thief and a secret agent, now shared Vivian's body and mind. As they became one, they emerged from the ashes of Vivian's destruction to be the Ultimate Villainess. Determined to Survive, Thrive, and Challenge the Narrative, Vivian embarked on a bold counterattack, setting her sights on the Heroine and the Seven Charming Princes. ---------------- If you want to read Early Chapters, you can join Patreon from: https://linktr.ee/donovel - 1$: 1 Chapter - 5$: 5 Chapters - 10$: 10 Chapters *This story is on Patreon, WN, RR, and SH. **Your support means that I can keep to do this hobby as job. ***You can also join our Discord Community Server for Chapter Notifications, D&D, and Chat, use the same link.

Tied down his entire life by the perils of mediocrity, Jarod sin is diagnosed with a terminal illness cutting his life expectancy at just twenty six years old. With a six months prognosis, he wallows about his predicament while taking a leave from work to explore bits of the world before his death, sadly he is mugged by a thief on a cold evening, proving once more how mediocre and trash he really was, but everything changed when he opened his eyes. He had been transmigrated into the body of Milo von Brithuels, third son of a count in a fantasy land, just like the one he used to read about, now armed with a new life he vows to escape the clutches of mediocrity and achieve something for the first time.

The land of Ibalon is a place of datus and wars, of heroes and myths, of monsters and adventures. After the success of two heroes who resolved major catastrophes, a prophecy calls upon a third hero to pit against a looming evil. Ilunin, a girl escaping from the duty of marriage. Humaling, a thief banished from his homeland. Apahap, a hero's son burdened by his bloodline. Fate brings them to an epic journey of mysteries and secrets that blur the question: who is the true evil that must be fought?

What is a thief? Where are the lines of good or evil drawn? In a cruel world like this, the answer is never that simple. Amid the people of Vagis, a youthful and fame hungry Kassius Moore grew up preparing for his future as he strives to reach the top of the world in a way not everyone does; by stealing. The fortune gained is magnificent, the infamy is extraordinary but the cost is immense. Will Kassius be able to reach the top and attain his goal, or will he fall victim to the fate of many other thieves before him?

Yuno is an unlucky part-timer working in a convenience store for Espers and Guides. That means they sell stuff that makes their store look like an adult shop. During his shift, the highest-grade aphrodisiac they have was stolen. He chased the thief, determined to retrieve the stolen Item from their store. But, much to Yuno's annoyance, he found himself in a dangerous situation with Ki Gayoon— the infamous Esper on the verge of a Rampage. How does the saying go again? 'The way to an Esper's heart is through his d*ck.' Is Yuno supposed to, uhm, do "it" to calm Ki Gayoon before he snaps and kills them both? #guide #esper #guideverse

Humanity lived peacefully and quietly, or at least that was the case before thirty thousand years ago. Thirty thousand years ago the planet Czaud (yes I know it sucks as a name) suffered seven apocalypses. From these seven apocalypses, in addition to the appearance of demons, races seen only in fantasy books also appeared. Portals also appeared that led to places, even in different space-times, the so-called dungeons. During the invasion of demons, a human exterminated them, he called himself the hunter. After exterminating 75% of the demons, he disappeared. But before disappearing, he tore out his eyes. From these eyes were born the eye of the hunter and the eye of the magician. Thirty thousand years later, humanity and the other races have made peace and have allied themselves to form a common front against the demons. People can decide whether to receive the eye of the hunter or the eye of the magician only one. However, in certain cases special cases arise. The hybrids, one of these hybrids is the protagonist of this story Fia Redwood, a hybrid girl who became a hunter, ready to become stronger and stronger. Ps: there will be no romantic story(in reality only the mc there is not going any romance for some character there is going to the romance). Author's note: this book will have sensitive content from pretty much the beginning (no not s*x) i will try to lighten those parts but i make no promises. Post schedule:Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 4 pm (Italian time), Saturday and Sunday 1 pm (always Italian time, in some cases on Sunday there will be an extra chapter)

In a world where magic and mafia rule the streets, Luca , a young mafia boy becomes obsessed with Isabella, a notorious thief with an ability to disappear into thin air . Despite their opposite world, Luca is determined to win Isabella's heart .However their paths are fought with danger as rival mafia families and dark sorcerers seek to tear them apart. Will Luca's love for Isabella be enough to overcome the forces that threaten to destroy them both? as they navigate through a world of deception and shadows. Luca and Isabella must fight for their love against all the odds...

Being born from a pauper parents who are also greedy enough to sell off his sister to the Town bully, Ji Wei forcefully took the initiative to become the first flawless thief his village has ever known. Just to save up to the amount needed to elope with his sis, becomes a thief, met a repulsive yet charming lady from Shanghai, a place almost to the similar to his dream city Beijing. After spending the night with her, the lady helps him leave his countryside with his sister, also giving him an apartment keycard which she said would be less stressful for them to cope without a roof over their head. Falling in love with her after shoving all the feelings he had , because, the lady in question is 6 years older than he was and being reminded countless times he has heard that from. funny enough, the repulsive lady, couldn't let him date another while having always, claiming it's nothing out of love.

[Interstellar+Spiritual Power+Pure Romance+Marriage First, Love After+Livestreaming+Gourmet Food+Disguises] Reborn overnight, Qu Tong cried to death; her vast wealth was gone, and she even ended up owing a billion in taxes. Stuck with a cheap husband her cousin didn't want who can't have children? Rarely comes home? And throws in an entire planet to boot? Qu Tong wondered if there could be such good fortune? She carefully guarded her full fertility value, perfunctorily yet sincerely playing the role of a big shot's dainty wife. She grew energy fruits and vegetables, fed them on schedule, and incidentally improved the food for the entire squad by taking care of their home. The Insect Clan attacked, His Highness was injured, ditching class to visit, pah! To check in. His Highness was too aloof; unable to charm him after a long time, she went online searching for strategies and even inquired about how to reasonably inherit all of her husband's wealth in the case of divorce. The next day, Si Yuting glanced at the top search trends, then looked at his guilt-ridden dainty wife and laughed, "That's difficult, considering I'm just divorced, not dead." Well-behaved and clever in front of others, behind their backs she did nothing of the sort. When her shop was reported, she cursed everyone who dissed her in the comment section one by one and blocked them all, leaving the netizens stunned: "Who taught her to curse like that?!!" In the academy competition, the enemy lacked honor, ganging up to bully the weak; Qu Tong pulled out a potion, directly turned the tables, and kicked them all out of the competition—no one can play me for a fool. When encountering a Star Thief, Qu Tong reassured everyone, "Don't panic, I'll go reason with them." Then she single-handedly drove her mecha, cornering the Star Thief: "This is a robbery, hand over everything valuable." ... One day. Qu Tong, holding her medical report, asked, "If I say I can reproduce asexually, would you believe me?" "Guess."

She is a thief that doesn't have any intention to stop stealing. A word alone from him can put her to her early grave. He is the president of U.S.A, and he caught her stealing by chance. His most hated misconduct. She is his first law breaker since he got elected as president. Is there any possible means that she may survive his wrath?

In a world where cities float above the clouds, powered by the ancient magic of Aetherion, Caius Vaelen, heir to a powerful noble family, is drawn to the secrets of the Skyshards—fragments of Aetherion with mysterious power. His search leads him into the underground Skyfall Bazaar, where he meets Aurelia Skylar, a skilled thief with knowledge of the dangerous magic that sustains the floating cities. Aurelia warns Caius that Aetherion is not something to be trifled with, but when the two are forced into an unlikely alliance, they uncover a dark conspiracy that threatens the very foundation of their world. As their bond deepens, they realize that Caius’s growing power over the Skyshards links them in ways neither can fully understand. With enemies closing in—including Caius’s own family—they must navigate a treacherous path of magic, betrayal, and trust. Together, they must decide whether to control the power of Aetherion—or risk losing everything.

Hunger for her family's survival drove nineteen-year-old Aneesa to venture into Vernon, the kingdom of werewolves and home to all supernatural creatures. As a skilled thief, Aneesa successfully steals the King's Ruby, unaware of the curse that accompanies it. The ruby grants ultimate power among the supernatural, and when Prince Corion, brother to King Aspen, discovers its missing, he tracks down the thief responsible. Corion intends to use the ruby to overthrow his brother and take the throne, but to do so, he must break the curse that will kill Aneesa once the power is withdrawn from her. As he trains Aneesa and plans his coup, he finds himself inexplicably drawn to her, despite his initial indifference to her life. Can Aneesa survive in this dangerous new world? Will Corion be able to save her and break the curse? And what will happen when the ultimate power of the ruby is unleashed?