Ruby Gloom

"In the midst of royal intrigue and deception, a forbidden love blossoms between Aashutosh and Surya, two souls bound by fate and passion. But their love story is not just a chance encounter - it is deeply rooted in their past, a past that Ava and Ruby are about to uncover. As Ava and Ruby dig deeper into the secrets of Aashutosh and Surya's past, they discover a tangled web of love, loss, and betrayal that threatens to destroy the very foundation of their love. But Ava and Ruby's determination to uncover the truth also sets them on a journey of self-discovery, as they confront their own demons and learn to let go of the past. With every revelation, every secret uncovered, and every truth revealed, the love story of Aashutosh and Surya unfolds like a puzzle, revealing a complex tapestry of emotions, desires, and passions. Will their love prevail, or will the secrets of their past tear them apart? Dive into this epic tale of love, loyalty, and betrayal, set against the opulent backdrop of royal India, and discover the true power of love to overcome even the darkest of challenges." Genre:* Romance, Drama, Thriller/Mystery *Target Audience:* Young Adults, Adults interested in Romance and Mystery

The future was doomed, the present was gloom, the past was regretful. At this point, the only reason I was still alive was because my heart and brain functioned and then one night after a great fap, I woke up to a totally different reality, one where I was in the past. [System installation complete] [Welcome host to the Perverted Sugar Daddy System] [You’ve been taken back in time] I used to be perverted 50 year old man infatuated with younger women in short tight skirts, but now I was in the past with a system. A system that would help me fulfil my perverted desires. I hadn't planned for this, but I sure as hell was ready to milk it. Women, money, fame, from where I stood, all these are at my finger tips. Not only is everyone's mother wife and sister in danger, but so are their companies and territories. it's just a matter of whether I want to own google or be a simple shareholder in Tesla, infact, why not have both. There is the option of being a CEO but I don't want that to interfere with my leisure. My plan is sound and simple but unfortunately you can't eat your cake and have. If I want to be at the top of the world, then I have to be ready to face problems of those at the top, for example. "What do u mean witches are real" TAGS: Mind control, Gangs, manipulation, corruption, oyakodon. PS: All characters in this book are above 18

Alex was an ordinary teenager—until the day he discovered his ability to drain energy from the dead. With powers rooted in death itself, Alex hides his necromancy behind a normal life, secretly entering deadly portals to fight monsters and earn money. But beneath the surface, a darker truth lingers—his parents's death and his powers are linked As he harnesses his necromantic abilities, draining the fallen to grow stronger, the weight of his power begins to take its toll—and the line between the living and the dead starts to blur. With enemies closing in and betrayal around every corner, Alex must master his growing abilities before they consume him—or worse, before the forces hunting him claim everything he has left. When death becomes your greatest weapon, how long can you survive before it turns against you? ---

Sienna Valeria Storm never thought survival would be her greatest crime. As the last Ruby Wolf, she’s been hunted, falsely accused of an Alpha’s murder, and forced into hiding. But when she crosses paths with Kieran Draven Wolfe—the ruthless Alpha of the Shadowfang Pack—her fate is sealed. He gives her a choice: stand trial and face execution or become his mate to break his lethal curse. Yet Kieran isn’t the only one drawn to her. Ronan Voss, an assassin from her forgotten past, is ordered to end her life, but his heart wavers. Caius Blackthorne, a vampire prince, tempts her with power in exchange for her loyalty. As the Celestial Trials force her to choose a mate, ancient shadows stir, and buried secrets come to light. Because the Midnight Syndicate doesn’t just want her dead—they want her power. And the truth is chilling: if she binds herself to the wrong mate, she could doom them all. She was born a legend. She will rise as a queen—or fall as a monster.

"I...Love you." "You're a black magician?" "Haven't you put the pieces together, you dumbass?" "YOU! You're the reason for my misfortunes!" "I'm sorry... I'm really sorry." What the hell is happening?! On the day Sienna received her inheritance, she was tragically hit by a truck and woke up inside the novel "The sun that melts the snowy mountain" in the body of Raina Atara Aillard, An important character's sister yet was never mentioned, the noblest lady yet disrespected. A story full of twist and turns, chaos, fun, and gloom.

I had nothing. I was a poor girl, uneducated, no love life... I really had nothing. But everything changed the day I risked my life to protect a stranger. No, actually... I wanted to die but instead of dying, I ended up saving him. And that's how my life changed. Who would have thought that the stranger I saved was none other than the governor of country A — The heartless ruler. ..... "Come here," he said to me, his voice deep and seductive but I was scared. Scared because he was none other than the heartless governor, one rumored to have no heart. "I said come here," he said again, this time, it was an order. I moved my feet but only once. He shook his head and moved towards me. Out of fear, I gasped and tried to move away from him but unfortunately, I misstepped and was about to fall but just then, his long arms caught me immediately. He held me on the waist and pulled me closer to him. "Tonight, I'll devour you."

Luo Huian was the most beautiful, strong and narcissistic——- Cut! Cut! Cut! Take two, and do it over. Luo Huian was the most beautiful, strong and wisest immortal in the realm of peace and harmony. Her two fathers doted on her, and she had a generous supply of resources and pills. Her life was perfect. However, her perfect life came to an abrupt end when Luo Huian, an immortal whose responsibility was to bring peace to those who had reached their ends and had run out of faith—— Watched a man jump down a building. Because of her inflexible beliefs and sense of justice, she did not save the bully. Unfortunately, that man was the son of the heavens. The loss of his life brought infinite trouble in Luo Huian’s life and she was punished by the heavens. She was sent to the world of humans where she had to rescue at least five hundred people by saving their lives when they were at the end of their wits. For an immortal this was an easy job, right? Wrong. Her grandmother sent Luo Huian to a world where Gloom Rocks had wrecked chaos. Beasts and monsters were given birth to by the Gloom Rocks that sucked every ounce of happiness from humans. This world was dominated by hunters who could kill the beasts with the powers that they had awakened. And in this cutthroat world, Luo Huian got the short end of the stick. She woke up in the body of an F-class hunter! Dang it. If that wasn’t worse enough, the previous owner had confessed to her cousin-in-law and was kicked out of the family. Double frog in the hot crock. With not a single penny in her pocket Luo Huian goes out to complete her mission. But what would happen when Luo Huian who was an F-class hunter annihilated the Z-class Glooms and Hollows that even the S-class hunters could not? Watch her fend against the dangers and at the same time save the lives of people. But in this small mission, there is a small obstruction —— The three alluring temptations. *********** Resisting the temptation take 1: “MMPH,” Luo Huian pushed against the mer who had pushed her down on the bed while sitting on her waist. “Get off.” “I can’t,” answered Qi Yongrui as he took off his shirt. “Daddy Shun said that he is envious of Uncle Wang. He also wants to hold a grandchild. So, wife let's work hard tonight alright?” Luo Huian: Dear Heavens save me, I am a woman of no desire! **** Resisting the temptation take 2: “Do you think he is good looking?” Fan Meilin questioned the woman who stood next to him. Even though he was the one who won the race and the trophy, his wife was looking at the other mer. “Well yes,” Luo Huian, who was an appreciator of beauty, agreed at once. “Why are you asking this though?” Fan Meilin’s eyes flashed as he smiled at her and leaned in closer to her body as he whispered in her ear, “He might be good looking but I am a better driver. Not only on the track but also in bed, do you want to try darling?” Luo Huian: Resist the temptation! At all costs! I am an iron-hearted woman. ***** Resisting the temptation take 3: “Is this necessary?” Luo Huian questioned as she sat on the couch, watching the mer trace his fingers on her curves while she sat in nothing but modern swimwear. The mer nodded as he wrote on his small notepad, “I need to trace every inch of your skin to create my finest creation, so don’t move.” After he finished writing, he handed the notepad to Luo Huian, his fingers brushing against the curve of her bosom, waist and ——— Luo Huian: My virtue is at extreme risk! ** Fl who is trying to do everything to save her virtue from being taken as it would slow down her cultivation X Mls who are trying their best to snatch it from her. *********** Trigger warning: though the book is set in a comedic setting, there might be some uneasy topics that would discuss depression and loneliness. ***********

Recently, there have been many posts from fellow members about ghost stories. However, most of them are either secondhand accounts or vague, hazy encounters. I’ve thought long and hard about this, and finally decided to write down the stories I’ve personally experienced. I must emphasize that everything I’m about to share is true — real people, real events. The characters are my close relatives, still alive to this day, and everything happened in one place — my maternal hometown, Ngoc Thuy Ward, Long Bien District, Hanoi. The series of stories I’m about to tell includes events I’ve known since childhood, some I’ve witnessed firsthand, and others that occurred when my mother was still a child. Together, they weave a string of strange occurrences that cast a shadow of gloom over my family’s childhood — a darkness that seems to cling to that land.

Melisa was a lonely girl destined to be unloved, but fate had other plans when she began having strange dreams—visions of a life where she was forgotten, abandoned, and trapped in a loveless marriage. Forced by her parents to stand at the wedding altar in her sister’s place, she was meant to marry Tristan Soveir, the notorious playboy. But fate twisted once more, and the groom was also swapped—to none other than Leonard Soveir, Tristan’s eldest brother and the powerful heir of the Soveir family. Thrown into an unexpected marriage, Melisa is no longer the timid girl who once faded into the background. This time, she refuses to be a mere substitute for Olivia. With memories of her dream guiding her, she steps forward to change her fate. Follow her journey as she unravels the mystery behind these dreams and fights to carve a new path for herself. Will she still remain in her sister’s shadow, or will she claim a life of her own? "I will never become the pathetic me from my dreams."

Kain, a lone relic hunter, wields a ruby sword that hums with secrets he doesn’t grasp. Rescuing Lirien from pirates pulls him into a storm of warlords, monsters, and a thief named Shimon who knows too much. With a ragtag crew, he faces a rising tide—but what power hides in his blade? And why does the ocean tremble? Destiny calls, but answers elude.

just living is a girl and her struggles with life and hee friends and family mental illness physically illness this about the main character ruby this based of my friends, family , shows . i really want to be a therapist or physiologist so i hope you like this tw ahead please don’t read if you not comfortable with physical and mental topic’s please click of if you feel any discomfort. i can’t spell so please don’t mind the grammar/ punctuation and spelling mistakes

On the day of her wedding, Ivy Quinn vanishes, leaving behind only a note: "I’m sorry, I can't marry a blind man." To protect her son from heartbreak, Elizabeth Winters strikes a desperate deal—Ruby, Ivy’s identical twin, must take her sister’s place at the altar. Trapped by duty and family pressure, Ruby agrees, believing it will only last until Stefan’s eyesight is restored. But from the moment they marry, Stefan senses something is different about his "wife." The woman beside him is nothing like the shallow fiancée he once knew. She’s sharp, resilient, and understands his business in a way Ivy never did. Against all odds, he falls harder than ever for this new version of her. And Ruby? She never expected to fall in love with a man who was never meant to be hers. But just when she finds the courage to tell him the truth, Ivy returns, ready to reclaim the life she abandoned. When Stefan finally opens his eyes, will he see the woman who truly stood by him—or will he be too blind to recognize real love? ****Excerpt**** “By the way, did Ruby come to the wedding?” he asked, catching her off guard since she hadn't expected him to ask her that all of a sudden. Was he already suspecting that it was her and not Ivy? Ruby’s fingers froze on the door handle for just a fraction of a second. It was enough to set off alarms in Stefan's head. “I—uh…” She hesitated, but only briefly. “No. She had work. She couldn’t make it.” Was he suspecting a switch already? What must have set off the alarm in his head? Stefan hummed, tilting his head slightly. “Oh, I see. How is she, then? I hope she's coming to visit one of these days?” Her fingers tightened on the handle, though her voice remained steady. “Yeah. She would, the moment she is chanced and can come.” A slow smirk tugged at the corner of Stefan’s lips, though he kept his expression neutral. Interesting. Very interesting. His wife had just lied to him and he didn't know why. Even though he was blind, he'd find out why soon enough.

Forbidden Skill: Yellow Sand Dune ___ A carefree boy, chilling on his stone bed while enjoying his fruit juice mixed with crushed candy ruby, suddenly experienced the horror of his life as he watched the invasion of their clan, got enslaved, transformed into Metallic Hound and forced to serve for 21 years in perpetual agony. He suddenly woke up and found that it was a nightmare dream he had just lived. However, before he rejoiced, he came to understand that not everything was as it seemed. *** https://discord.gg/TWRVdZH2

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

Ayra Miller thought she had it all—Wealth, a loving husband, a loyal best friend, and a promising future. But when betrayal strikes from the two people she trusted the most, her world shatters before her eyes. Poisoned and cast into the sea, Ayra’s life ends in cold despair. Yet, a mysterious ruby ring grants her an extraordinary second chance, sending her six years into the past. Armed with the knowledge of her tragic future, Ayra must fight against the enemies she once believed to be allies and tread cautiously on a path filled with deceit and danger. However, she soon discovers that her actions begin to create a new future—one she cannot control and realizes that the gift of a second life comes with its own dark consequences. Can Ayra fight to overcome her tragic fate, or is history doomed to repeat itself once again?

After dying once, Alex wakes up and finds himself in the demon realm. With his fast growing harem of beauties, Alex must climb the brutal ranks of the demon world, facing vicious rivals, ancient secrets, and the looming threat of a war that could destroy everything. But as his power grows so does the danger and his enemies— those that not only seek his death but the death of everyone that matters to him. In this world, allies can turn to enemies but to counter them, he must grow stronger or die trying....

✨"I don't just want your death. I want your essence to scream my name through eternity's endless void."✨ Hey, cosmic rebels, dream weavers, and dark fantasy adventurers! It's Ruby here—your resident quantum alchemist of storytelling, back with a mind-bending update that’ll leave you questioning reality itself. What you once knew as "Enchanted Paths: Luxana's Rise to Empress" is evolving. The multiverse is shifting, the shadows are deepening, and Luxana’s journey has taken on a new form. Brace yourselves for the rebirth of her saga under the name: "The Veil of Obsidian Eclipse" This isn’t just a title change—it’s an invitation into a darker, more mysterious realm where magic collides with chaos and destiny dances on the edge of oblivion. Luxana isn’t just a character; she’s the shapeshifting goddess of a multiverse teeming with secrets, betrayal, and forbidden power. Why the change? Because this story deserves a title as enigmatic and powerful as the journey it holds. "The Veil of Obsidian Eclipse" embodies the essence of Luxana’s odyssey—a tale where shattered empires, forgotten histories, and cosmic forces intertwine to rewrite fate itself. But don’t worry—whether you’ve followed her path through Amazon or ventured into alternate realities on other platforms, Luxana remains your guide through dimensions unknown. The stories you love are still here, just wrapped in new shadows and mystery. What to Expect: 1. A dark fantasy odyssey that blends multiversal intrigue with mind-bending twists. 2. Characters who defy reality itself—each with secrets that will leave you breathless. 3. A story that doesn’t just entertain—it transforms your perception of destiny and power. Where to Join the Journey: 1. Tapas: Tag @Ruby_Keira_365 2. Reddit: Engage at u/WesternGeneral6007 3. Novel Updates: Find me as Ruby_Keira_365 4. Blogger Post: "The Veil of Obsidian Eclipse" blog Warning: Side effects may include spontaneous reality shifts, midnight reading marathons that warp time, and awakening latent superpowers. Proceed with caution—this isn’t just a book; it’s a cosmic metamorphosis! So buckle up, reality hackers! The veil is lifting, and Luxana’s story awaits beyond the eclipse. Are you ready to dive into the abyss? Your sanity may never recover... but oh, what a journey it will be! Let’s shatter the fabric of reality together—drop your thoughts, theories, and cosmic conspiracies below!

I know this will catch your eyes. "I will have my revenge, they will feel exactly what i felt." Ruby has always believed in kindness, yet life has repaid her with betrayal. Framed by her sister and her rival, she’s cast aside by her fiancé her career destroyed, and her own family disowns her. Broken and desperate, Ruby attempts to drown her sorrows, only to face even more danger—until a mysterious stranger intervenes. He offers her a way out, a contract marriage with no strings attached. For him, a wife with no family connections; for her, a chance to reclaim her life and seek revenge. With a new name, identity, and face, Ruby reenters the world, determined to rise again and make those who wronged her pay. But questions linger. Why did he choose her? What hidden motives lie beneath his calm exterior? As Ruby’s life takes unexpected turns, she finds herself caught between her past wounds and the dangerous allure of a future with him. Falling in love was never part of the deal, both they both did. But their live forbids them to be together. Will she reclaim her life—and her heart—without losing herself in the process? Read this book and you won't regret it..who wants to see Isabelle slowly turning into a badass that Logan will be chasing her back?

Mira Ravara Nightbane is the last of the legendary Ruby Wolves, the key to a forgotten prophecy that could either save or destroy the supernatural world. Hunted by the ruthless Eclipse Order and betrayed by those she once trusted, she has spent her life running. But when fate leads her straight into the arms of Draven Kael Vyktor, the infamous Alpha of the Duskfang Pack, escape is no longer an option. Draven is feared for his strength, cursed by the moon, and desperate for a cure that only Mira might possess. He offers her protection, but in his world, safety comes with a price. Torn between his dominance and the secrets that bind them, Mira must decide if she can trust the one man whose touch ignites something dangerous inside her. But she isn't just hunted by werewolves. The vampire prince Valen Duskthorne wants her as his eternal bride, a rogue assassin named Rael knows secrets about her past that even she can't remember, and lurking in the shadows is a brother she thought was dead—trained to kill her. With betrayal waiting at every turn and a prophecy whispering of war, Mira must uncover the truth before the darkness swallows her whole. Because choosing the wrong mate won’t just cost her life—it will doom them all.

"What if your destiny and your fate don't fall in line?" *** *** Katrin was a normal human girl, adopted into a family of witches at a young age. She had no recollection of her original family or where she's from and grew up trying to fit into her new home. But when she's sold off by her sisters for money; she finds out something about herself, something much more greater than being a simple witch. *** *** "Why? why does fate have to have our stars aligned?" Art appreciations>>>>> Cover from https://www.pinterest.com/luna_dreams_/ Katrin's art form https://www.pinterest.com/thena65041/ Ethan's art from https://www.pinterest.com/gaby_books/ Felix art from https://www.prompthunt.com/user/wiggly-goat662 Aeliana's art from https://www.pinterest.com/sethraknor/ Eldor's art from https://www.pinterest.com/alenaleo07/ Ruby's art from https://www.pinterest.com/ddolunay854/ Anna's art from https://www.pinterest.com/cragezy/

In a parallel reality, humanity thrives on Ether—a strange, potent energy harvested from the alien element Anonium. But progress has a price: the slow awakening of the Engine, an Eldritch machine lurking beyond comprehension, its intentions veiled in static and whispers. As its influence creeps into the world, society teeters on the edge of unraveling. Caught in this cosmic storm are two high school girls from Corwood, Tennessee. Rachel Harper, a fierce basketball captain, discovers she can bend time itself—each use warping her reflection with static and chipping away at her identity. Her best friend, Emily Voss, is plagued by visions of her own deaths across countless alternate lives, each fragment pushing her closer to despair. Together, they uncover cryptic ties between their powers and the Engine, though the purpose remains a haunting enigma. Enter Elijah Carter, a weathered P.I.A. agent with a rare gift: he sees echoes of the supernatural lingering in the air. Dispatched to investigate disturbances linked to Corwood’s new Ether reactor, Elijah finds himself outmatched by forces he can’t fully grasp. Meanwhile, the ruthless drug lord Dezerea Hernandez unleashes Gloom onto the streets—a substance that turns users into static-shrouded Hollows—hoping to expose a threat she believes endangers humanity. As Rachel’s connection to the Engine grows, its cold, mechanical logic threatens to consume her. Emily, sleepless and tormented by her visions, fights to defy a fate that feels inescapable. With the Engine’s awakening looming, the line between collapse and rebirth blurs. Can two teenage girls rewrite their destinies—or will they become footnotes in a story that breaks the very walls of reality? Warning: This meta cosmic horror tale weaves violence, psychological unease, heavy foreshadowing, red herrings, and fourth-wall fractures.

A journey about a boy ,Joey who just turned adult with his mysterious system to healing the tragic characters who got nothing except bad things, being used as a stepping stone for heaven's darlings.Let's see whether Joey will heal those broken characters or wether he will uncover what the system is hiding from him.Will it indenger him?

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"A mine full of diamonds and rubies. I dug, found it and placed it upon you and now your wealth is assured. Guard it with your life. Robbers and thieves will appear from all sides. Those you trust shall rise against you. Never take your wealth for granted constantly renew it - protect your reputation. Never let your guards down." "I'm battling demons everyday not sure I'll see the next day. Waking everyday thinking I'd die tomorrow. One day I'll be right ,by then I had already left.... And everyone will go solo." "What you'll be, you'll be..." Riev, a young promising boy who has lived all his life as the son of the church’s exorcist grows up to discover he has been living a lie all these while. Son of a great Demon and a once upon a time deadly witch, birthed in fire and baptised in the blood of Demons.This history, he has no knowledge about. His mother gives him off in order to protect him from his past and future. The destroyer of realms. He’s been protected by his mother’s curse all his years. Can a curse be cursed? Destiny twirls and unwind in this thrilling story.

‼️MATURE CONTENT ‼️ Who has never dreamt to live a life of castle, even if it is just for an hour, That’s what happened to Amber-ruby. Amber-ruby discovered that her friend and colleague Duncan has lied on his identity. He’s the prince of a far away country. Duncan revealed to her that he did it for his sister whom is sick and who want to live a normal life for the 72h left for her to live. Duncan remarks the great ressemblance between his sister and amber-ruby, and asked her if they can change their lifestyle for 72h. Amber-ruby did not hesitate “it’s just for 72h , what bad can happen to me in a castle” she said. But to her great surprise the reason that Duncan gave to her was totally false, he lied. Amber-ruby is now into something that she couldn’t get off.. ‼️The cover is not mine‼️ Credit to the person that owns the drawing‼️

Ai Hoshino, born as an intelligent idol... was murdered. I opened my eyes... "[What is this? W-wait don't tell me...]" Yes, I got reborn to a new life! My mom is just like me, she got pregnant at a young age and gave birth to me when she was 16. She is very cool, a great singer, but full of secrets too. Her name is Akari, which means light. And yes, this story isn't really all about me, but how my mom is able to live her life with her secret child. But though I am curious how my twins are living right now, I can't believe that me and my mom's life, would join into their life too. I just hope they don't caught on to me and my mom's secret! I am no longer Ai Hoshino, but now Ai Hayaki! And this is the life of me and my super duper awesome mom! This is a fanfiction of the anime Oshi no ko! Wednesday or Saturday! (There's a chance I will post 2 chapters a week, but if I don't post on Wednesday, it means ill post on Saturday!) Want to thank you in advance for those who will read! I recommend you guys watch Oshi no ko to understand, but if not, here is a short summary!(but its okay if not since ill add a bit of backstory of each that's connected to the original) Spoiler Alert! Ai Hoshino is an idol who gave birth to twins, Aqua and Ruby, but she needs to keep it a secret so that her fame won't drop and that she can continue being an idol. She loves her children so much but sadly got stabbed in front of her son aqua(Btw the twins were her fans in their past life but when they died, they reincarnated into her babies). So Ai then died, and aqua has a goal to find his father(which is the killer) by joining acting(Aqua is really good at acting), while Ruby is doing idol stuff to become like her mom, Ai. A lot of things happened and I do recommend to watch the anime or read the manga! But I decided to let my story take place during the time when Aqua is making the movie for revenge, but added a little storyline where he is trying to catch his father which I made it up hehe. (I will add that storyline somewhere in the future chapters hehe) Hope you enjoy my story, Peace. Edit: I just realized that I accidentally included this for the spirity awards HAHAHHAHA! That's why I couldn't find anime tags and it isn't part of the fanfic. Hope people find this novel and that this is a fanfic... :D (I might upload an original novel of my own for the awards, hope you guys will like it. Might post it next month tho :D) I made a Twitter account you can follow named- @abe_writes - you can follow if you want :D '_'

Hai. Aku Leonard Mahesa. Dulu, aku seorang polisi. Kini, aku hanya pria yang menghabiskan terlalu banyak malam dengan rokok separuh terbakar dan segelas kopi dingin. Seorang detektif swasta yang mencari jawaban di antara bayang-bayang kota yang tak pernah tidur. Kasus ini seharusnya sederhana—menyelidiki korupsi seorang pria yang terlalu berkuasa untuk disentuh hukum. Tapi semakin dalam aku menyelidiki, semakin aku sadar ini bukan sekadar permainan uang dan politik. Ada sesuatu yang lebih tua, lebih dalam, sesuatu yang seharusnya tetap terkubur. Sebuah sketsa kuno. Sebuah kalung ruby. Simbol-simbol yang seharusnya tak kasat mata. Dan wajah itu—samar, nyaris tak terlihat, tapi cukup untuk membuat bulu kudukku berdiri. Aku mengenalnya. Atau mungkin dulu aku mengenalnya. Tapi ingatanku dikaburkan oleh sesuatu yang lebih kuat dari waktu. Sekarang, aku dihantui oleh pertanyaan yang tak bisa kuabaikan. Ini bukan hanya tentang mereka yang ingin kuungkap. Ini juga tentang diriku sendiri. Tentang masa lalu yang berusaha kulupakan—atau yang berusaha melupakanku. Dan satu hal yang kupelajari setelah bertahun-tahun berkubang dalam kegelapan: Ketika kau mulai menggali kebenaran, bersiaplah untuk ikut terkubur bersamanya.

"I have two souls in my body, he is my shadow, and I am his sun. However, we both agreed to protect you from all dangers in this world, even if it costs our dead” • • • Ruby Barnette, a werewolf who was born mute, was rejected by the alpha after the Moon Goddess announced her as the Luna. Not long after that, Ruby was also kicked out by her family because she was considered a stain that damaged the Barnette Family's name. When Ruby was threatened with being homeless, the Lycan King of the Veritas Kingdom, Matthew Harrelle, came to the front gate of Barnette’s Mansion and asked Ruby to be his mate. Matthew Harelle was known as the Lycan King who was violent and cruel. Rumor has it that he could kill his soldiers on a rampage. Some say that Matthew has killed his parents. Because of these rumors, many women would rather die than become Matthew's mate. However, Ruby willingly accepted Matthew's offer because she had no other place to live, and living as a beggar was risking her life. She was also willing to give birth to an heir to Matthew as long as Matthew would cure her insane mother. Unexpectedly, it turns out that there was a secret behind Matthew's personality. The Lycan King, famous for being as cold as winter, also has a personality that could beat the sun's warmth. After getting to knew him better, the abandoned werewolf would soon find that she was in love with the cruel Lycan. What was Matthew’s real reason to chose Ruby as his mate? Was it possible for Ruby, who was always surrounded by misfortune, could feel the warmth of love from the cruel Lycan King? - - - Art Cover by nonu_gee (IG) Follow my instagram @Zenanicher