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For as long as she could remember, Valeska had been an outcast. Born unable to shift, she was branded a curse by her mother and blamed for her father’s death when vampires raided their pack twelve years ago. The night he died, her mother made her feelings painfully clear: “If I hadn’t saved you that night, Theone would still be alive! I wish I had fought by his side and let you die!” Now, her mother sees an opportunity to be rid of her for good—by sending her to the annual Mating Moon Ball. There, Valeska meets her fated mate, Nevian Ashbourne, Alpha of the powerful Emberwood Pack. But instead of acceptance, she is met with cruel rejection. “You’re wolfless and weak. A disgrace. How could I ever make you my Luna?” Just as she prepares to leave, shattered, Nevian discovers that Valeska is tied to an ancient prophecy—one that could change the fate of the supernatural world. And so, he makes her an offer: stay by his side, not as his mate, but as his possession. A deal that ensures he will help her through her heat each month, binding her to him in ways she never wanted. But Valeska refuses to be used. She runs—straight into the hands of the man who has haunted her nightmares for years. Kieran Rutherford. The ruthless vampire warlord feared by all living creatures. The monster who killed her father. At first, Kieran intends to do what he should have done years ago—kill her. After all, she is the girl foretold to be his doom. But when he learns she is also the key to unlocking the cursed stones, an ancient source of power beyond imagination, his plans change. Will he use her, break her, and discard her once he gets what he wants? Or will the wolfless, unwanted girl make his long-dead heart beat once again? And what will Valeska do when she finds herself drawn to the very monster who took everything from her?

[WSA ENTRY 2025] After Wudang’s humiliating defeat in the war against Cheonma, the once-great sect stands as a shadow of its former self. Among its struggling disciples is Jiang Chen, a so-called third-rate martial artist abandoned by his master and mocked by his peers. Weighed down by failure and self-doubt, he resigns himself to mediocrity—until a fateful duel leaves him broken in both body and spirit. Seeking solitude beneath an ancient ginkgo tree, Jiang Chen stumbles upon a mysterious letter bearing the handwriting of his vanished master. Within it lies a challenge: prove himself worthy, or walk away forever. As he grasps the remnants of a long-lost blade, an ancient power awakens, and with it, a voice that shakes the heavens—"So the time has finally come." With his master’s past shrouded in mystery and a sect on the brink of collapse, Jiang Chen must uncover the truth, defy his limits, and wield a broken sword to carve his own destiny. But in a world where strength dictates fate, can an abandoned disciple rise against the tides of fate? A tale of martial arts, redemption, the unyielding flow of destiny and all with a game based system begins.

Long ago, an ancient war shattered humanity’s path to godhood. The world tree, once the bridge to other realms, lies broken, and the elder races have vanished, retreating from an unseen terror that still lingers. In this fractured world, Arthur, the descendant of a long-forgotten bloodline, wielding the power of the legendary fifth element, embarks on a perilous quest. But he is not alone - joined by powerful allies of mysterious origins and extraordinary powers, they set out to unravel the secrets of their origin and their world. They awaken forces beyond their understanding. Gods, demons, and legendary beasts stir from their slumber, and the truth they seek may reshape, or doom the world.

Terrence, the eldest son of the leader of the Dahlia pack, was framed for killing his stepmother and got cursed at a very young age, all thanks to the jealousy of someone near to him... but no one knows the truth While Terrence received the hatred of everyone after he was kicked out of his pack, his little brother Erick, received the love of everyone around him. When the annual tournament came Terrence's father asked him to return because it was time to marry him off to an Alpha and leave the family forever…. Without knowing that his arrival will bring with him many entanglements and surprises... ꨄ Book cover made with Pinterest's images Illustrations' rights to their respective authors.

Jessica Moran should have died. A near-fatal accident shattered her magic core, leaving her incapable of using magic ever again. But when she wakes, it’s not just her magic that’s missing—her memories are gone, too. She doesn’t remember the friends, enemies, or rivalries she once had. She doesn’t recall the lessons, customs, or expectations drilled into her since birth. Even her own family feels like strangers. The noble elite whisper that she lost her mind along with her magic. A broken girl, an embarrassment to her house, unworthy of the prestigious knight academy. But while Jessica doesn’t remember who she was… her body does. • Her reflexes are too sharp for someone who has barely held a sword. • Her instincts drive her to dodge before she even registers a threat. • And when she fights, it feels too familiar—too natural—like something buried deep inside her already knows how. Thrown into the Elite Class, not because she deserves it, but because no one knows what else to do with her, Jessica plays along. She doesn’t argue. She doesn’t fight the rumors. Because even she can’t explain why battle feels more like home than her own past. And somewhere—deep in the shattered remains of her lost memories—something waits.

Centuries after the infamous Blood Wars, an uneasy ‘peace’ has emerged between werewolves and vampires, yet the air crackles with underlying tension, hinting at the volatile nature of their coexistence. This fragile peace rests on the sacrifices of innocent werewolves, as the werewolf council has been compelled to provide blood slaves to the vampire houses every year. As the cycle continues, one name rises to the surface, Camren Moon. Enter Camren Moon, a wolfless outcast within his pack, adopted and ostracized. Little does he know, his life is poised for a dramatic shift. Through a chilling twist of fate he is thrust into the role of a blood slave by his alpha, destined for the infamous House Bloodthorne. This house, notorious for its ruthless reputation and the formidable presence of Silvan Bloodthorne, casts a long shadow; his name inspires dread even among his own kind. Silvan is the fabled King of Death, shaped by blood and darkness, a vampire whose legacy is built on spilled blood and treacherous deals. Having risen from unimaginable depths, he now reigns supreme over the mightiest house, commanding respect and fear in equal measure. As Camren enters this new, harrowing chapter, he realizes he has been sentenced to death; no blood slave has ever survived Bloodthorne. Silvan Bloodthorne, the King of Death, is a figure of blood and darkness, whose ascent from the abyss to the pinnacle of power is steeped in treachery and violence. As Camren grapples with the death sentence that comes with his servitude, a flicker of rebellion ignites within him. He refuses to submit to fate—he will either claim his freedom or perish trying. Yet as Camren attracts Silvan’s twisted obsession, he crafts a daring plan to seduce the very essence of death. But forging a bond with the devil can unleash unimaginable consequences. An intoxicating and forbidden chemistry simmers between them, blurring the line between sanity and hysteria. Is he falling for the dark ruler of House Bloodthorne, or is this attraction merely a façade? As ancient bloodlines stir within him, Camren finds himself unwittingly caught in a treacherous game of chess—a game where trust is a currency, and even those closest to him may harbor betrayal. He stands on the precipice of a world filled with dark schemes, ancient prophecies, vengeful vampires, feral wolves, cunning witches, and calculating humans. As the intricate web unfolds, can Camren survive the impending chaos? Will his relationship with Silvan be the dawn of a new era or the catalyst for destruction? And can he unearth the hidden powers within himself before they lead to ruin? Welcome to my first fantasy story! I've always harbored a love for this genre, and now I’m excited to share my own journey through it. I eagerly anticipate your thoughts, and constructive criticism is always appreciated. If you spot any errors, I’d be grateful for your help in correcting them. Please note: The story features straight couples alongside the main LGBTQ+ pairing, so be sure to check the tags for more information. To any future critics, while respectful feedback is welcomed, I won’t tolerate baseless hate against my characters or story. I have a spirited defense ready, so consider this a fair wwarning Thank you for stopping by! I hope you'll give this book a chance, and if you enjoy it, I’d love your support through comments, votes, and gifts as we embark on this thrilling adventure together.

In the rugged shadow of Iron Fang Peak, Ren Kai, a seventeen-year-old outcast of the Iron Fang Clan, fights to defy his fate. Born with clogged qi channels, he’s mocked as a cripple in a village where martial prowess defines worth. Yet Kai’s unyielding spirit drives him to train harder than anyone, determined to pass the Trial of the Fang—a deadly ascent to claim a shard of the mystical Fang Crystal and earn his place as a true disciple. With his mother’s quiet fears and the clan’s disdain weighing on him, Kai sees the Trial as his only path to a better life.

In the Desolate Era, the Tianzu world had just survived a turbulent time as the Heavenly Dao had overturned the chessboard cutting off the luck of martial arts, innate demon and gods. With this new era, Heavenly Dao ushering in the Era of Innate Abilities. Those that are persuing extraodinary power have to evolve their innate ability after Innate Awakening seeking to change their destiny, but this is not the case for Wu Shuang. He awakens a useless Innate Ability, 'Return to Source.' that causes him to lose his clan support. With nowhere to turn, he eventually meets a remnant soul of an Ancient Martial Artist. She that accepts him as disciple on condition he takes her Martial arts path, considered taboo/prohibited by Heavenly Dao. But the Tianzu world is facing turbulent times, as Extraterrestrials Raiths, a bloodthirsty race from the Demonic clan, are already invading this weakened world. Will Wu Shuang be able to survive the wrath of Heavenly Dao after taking a path of dual cultivation of martial arts and Innate Ability? #MasterDiscipleRomance #Hotblooded #PretentiousCharacters

In the world of The Nexys, a groundbreaking VR open-world game played by millions, one name stood above all—Kaizer. A solo player with unmatched skill, he dominated every leaderboard, conquered every maze, adapted to every update, and never lost a single PvP match. Feared, respected, and relentlessly pursued by guilds and challengers, Kaizer was a legend. Then, one day, he vanished. For a year, his name remained at the top of the rankings, untouched, as rumors spread—was he banned? Retired? Or had the greatest player simply moved on? Now, 16-year-old Kai Jin, a socially awkward but ridiculously handsome high school student, returns to The Nexys—only to forget his password. Frustrated but determined, he creates a new account under the name Jin, leaving his legendary title behind. Without his flashy reputation, he starts from scratch, but his skills remain unmatched. As he rises through the ranks once more, old rivals, die-hard fans, and powerful guilds begin to take notice. His playstyle, his strategies, his impossible victories—it all feels too familiar. With his past threatening to catch up to him, can Jin reclaim his throne without revealing his true identity? Or will the legend of Kaizer be reborn? A thrilling VR adventure begins—where skill is everything, but secrets could change the game.

Raze Cromwell was one who had suffered his entire life. A cruel upbringing that had forced his nature to turn sour. In order to survive, he did everything and anything he could, eventually giving him the name Dark Magus. A title that was only given to the very best of mages. “Everything in this world was taken from me, So I shall take everything from the world.” The five Supreme Magus had gathered to eliminate the great Raze, on his last legs, the Dark Magus had one more trick up his sleeve. Activating a forbidden spell, he finds himself living in another world, a world full of martial artists. A world where one could destroy mountain tops with their fist, but Magic still exists in the new world, and he’s the only one that knows about it. **** Note: Raze Cromwell is a character who briefly appears in My vampire system. (For 2 Chapters) There is no need to read My vampire system. Since this story is based on Raze before he became what he was in vampire system. Instagram: JKSManga Discord: jksmanga https://discord.gg/jksmanga

This is the story of Lara, a young woman from modern times, raised with one purpose: to exact revenge on the family of the general who destroyed her own. But fate had other plans. On her way to carry out her mission of vengeance, a twist in the plan led to disaster. Lara was struck by a military truck escorting the very general she intended to assassinate. When she awoke, she found herself in an entirely different world—one where her identity and purpose were starkly different from the life she had known and how she had been molded to be. Abducted by human traffickers, she outsmarted them and escaped. Then, she encountered a mysterious martial arts master whose ancient skills far surpassed her own. For two years, she trained with him in the remote mountains.  One fateful day, while staying deep in the jungle of Mount Ourea, Lara stumbled upon the Prince of Northem, disguised as an ordinary commander. He was gravely injured while pursuing a notorious group of bandits. Lara saved him and found herself entangled in the war that raged for two years. Lara, disguised as a soldier, volunteered to deliver a very important message to the generals of the Northem army, embroiled in a fierce battle against the bandits, the rebels, and soldiers of Estalis in the Alta-Sierra mountain range. Amid the chaos, Lara was swept onto the battlefield. During the battle, fate played another cruel hand. Lara came face to face with General Odin and his sons—only to discover that General Odin was the spitting image of the general she had been trained to assassinate. Could the man from her world be a descendant of this brave general? Torn between her mission and her newfound reality, Lara faced an impossible question: How could she kill her biological father? Her internal conflict deepened when she uncovered an elaborate plot to frame General Odin and his sons as traitors. The true culprits? His subordinates and trusted allies. In an ironic twist of fate, Lara found herself becoming the 'protector' of the family that, in modern times, she was supposed to ruin. After the war, Lara returned as a hero, ready to reveal her identity to General Odin, but she learned of another betrayal. Her cousin, Mira—the orchestrator of her abduction—had taken over her identity. Mira lived in her home under the guise of comforting Lara's grief-stricken mother because of the death of her only daughter. Not only that, she also did a lot of scheming and eventually claimed Lara's betrothal to Prince Alaric. With her identity stolen and her mission turned upside down, Lara faced a new challenge: reclaiming her life and honor and protecting her new family.

On the first day of their divorce, he said, "She'll be back before midnight." The second day, "She'll be back in three days. It's just one of her stunt to make me mad". The third day, "She cannot do without me so she'll be back in seven days." On the seventh day, "She'll definitely come back within two weeks." After a whole month... "Boss she's really doing it, she's kissed a stranger at the gala." "Catch her and bring her home." . . In her past life she was the good and enduring wife, in this life she became his little devious sin. A pain in the ass and his little ass kicker. "No one dared treat Mr Hamilton the way she did, do you think he would forgive her?" . . Harlow Blackwood was accused and wrongfully killed in her past life by her family and husbands family. But fate had other plans for her. When she returned, Harlow swore to take revenge on the people who killed her children and ended her life. But there was something else in this life. The husband who joined her enemies to attack her in her previous life turned out to dot on her more than ever before. In her past life Harlow was a mighty cook and would prepare food for the entire family, she turned into their slave to please them, yet no one liked her. But in this life... "I am useless hubby, I can't cook, clean, have kids or take care of you... Her hubby smiled. "None of those matters. I can cook, clean, take good care of you, and most importantly, give you children. How many are you willing to have?" In her current life, her husband has a huge secret too, what could that be? . . For more info on the book follow me on Instagram @Sspears and Facebook @kourtneysspears.

Ash Mercier has always been good at understanding people what they want, what they fear, what makes them tick. It’s not magic. Just observation, pattern recognition, a skill sharpened over years of watching the world with cold, detached clarity. He thought he had life figured out. Until one night, something shifts. It starts small. A street that feels too quiet. A flickering light that shouldn’t matter. A strange feeling he can’t shake. Coincidence. Imagination. That’s what he tells himself. But the moments keep piling up. The city around him feels… wrong. The people, the places things he’s known his whole life suddenly feel unfamiliar, like a script he’s no longer following. Ash has spent his life reading people apart, staying in control, always one step ahead. But now, for the first time, he’s starting to wonder has he ever truly been in control at all?

Please Kieran, it's hard dealing with your loss but every night you come to my dream and give me false hope that you are coming back and when I wake up, you won't be there. I know that you are trying to comfort me but I would really appreciate it if you stop coming to my dreams, I want to heal Kieran. We will be having our son soon and I want to be here to look after him, to protect him. I know I will never get over you but I need to stop believing in non-existence miracles."  Hearing all she had to say, Kieran only leaned over and kissed her softly on the lips, when he sat back up, he looked deep into her eyes, "did that feel like a dream, or perhaps this?" he elongated his fangs and leaned to her neck, sinking his fangs on his mark to renew and strengthen the bond.  —————————— After Prince Kieran’s death, Rylee is forced to flee with her friends to protect her unborn child, the key to the demon throne. But dark forces, including a vengeful masked figure and powerful witches, will stop at nothing to claim the throne by killing her. As Kieran struggles to remember who he is in the afterlife, Rylee’s life hangs in the balance. Sacrifices are made, and Rylee’s shocking death sparks a battle that threatens to destroy everything. Will Rylee and Kieran finally get their happy ending, or will destiny tear them apart forever? Spoiler: Male lead dies in first volume Female lead dies in the second volume Don’t You Want to Figure out how? #reincarnation #vampire #demon #werewolf #human #witches Volume 1: Mated To The Dark Prince Volume 2:Return and Revenge Volume 3:Prince Ryan’s Story

Neo wants to be happy. But his chance was stolen from him. Broken, he starts indiscriminately destroying everything, becoming the enemy of all in the universe. He fights and loses to the 10 Heroes and gets sealed. over 50 billion years passed in the seal and he finally break out only to find out that only 10,000 years passed and the world has changed.

Lucinda is the boring wife of an irresistible bad-boy billionaire CEO, she is also called a gold digger because she claims to be a countryside girl. Her husband slams a divorce paper to her face, ending their three-year marriage. After six years, Lucinda who everyone thought to be a pauper turned out to be a billionaire's daughter and the heir to a billionaire dollar empire. The moment she stepped into the meeting room all eyes darted to the elegant beauty before them. Even her ex-husband couldn't take his eyes off her.

“You never loved me anyway, did you?” --------------- From the start, Lucy Grey knew her marriage was doomed to fall. She held onto her one-sided love for her husband for two years, but that was not enough to save their marriage. On the day Lucy was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, Landon stayed beside his first love at the hospital. Finally, she realized it was time to let go. On that same night, she signed the divorce agreement and left quietly. But fate dealt a cruel hand as Lucy found out she was pregnant! After three years of searching, Landon finally found her. However, when he stood in front of her doorstep, he never expected a child who looked exactly like him would adorably look up and ask, “Are you my daddy?” .... This novel currently participates in "Viral Book Call", a Webnovel contest. Show your support by adding this to your library and writing a review. Thank you! #Marriage #Whitemoonlight #Substitute #Baby #Winheratallcost #Faceslapping. #MLgrovelling #ObsessedML

Fangs, Spells, & Silver Blades A witch on the run. A vampire haunted by his father. A hunter sworn to kill him. - Elara Voss has spent her life hiding from the vampires who want to use her magic to destroy the world. She refuses to be a pawn in the vampire king’s war, even if it means running forever. But when fate throws her into the path of two deadly men, escape is no longer an option. - Lucien Draven is the son of the most feared vampire in existence. His father tortured him, molded him, and expected him to become the perfect heir. But Lucien refused. Now, he is hunted by his own kind, condemned as a villain before anyone even knows the truth. - Ronan Hale has one purpose—to rid the world of vampires. Killing the son of the vampire king would be his greatest victory. He won’t let anyone stand in his way… not even the beautiful witch who seems determined to protect his prey. With enemies closing in and tensions rising, Elara, Lucien, and Ronan are forced into an uneasy alliance. But the closer they get, the more dangerous their desires become. Because the greatest threat isn’t the war raging around them—it’s the forbidden attraction threatening to consume them all. In a world of fangs, spells, and silver blades, love might just be the deadliest weapon of all. _____ MMF Content MM content MF content Enemies-To-Lovers Friends-To-Lovers GrumpyXSunshine

Ji Hueer, the maiden who guides the Yan kingdom is died unjustly and reborn in modern life. At the age of 18, she met with an accident and returned to her previous life before choosen as young maiden. This life she captivate every men in royal and make them her and rule in the highest seat. She doesn't intrested in blood and pave her way to top using borrowed own knife

Best friends Kain and Scott discover their fated mates in two rival vampires, Viktor and Izcacus. While Kain easily accepts his bond with Viktor, Scott struggles with his connection to Izcacus, burdened by his lineage as a vampire hunter. As their lives intertwine, they uncover that the mastermind behind Viktor and Izcacus’s rivalry is also responsible for the centuries-old feud between vampires and hunters—someone who thrives on keeping the vampires divided and the hunters consumed by vengeance.

Synopsis: This is the story of a boy becoming a man in a harsh but fantastic world. He will fight tooth and nail to become the apex predator. Warning: This story is bloody, not for the faint of heart, and is created by a newbie. There will be a small harem, not too many girls. Main character is not going to be girl crazy either. Harsh topics such as r***, abuse, drugs, torture, and the like will be in this story Author Note: I will try to have a lot of detail in the story but I will make many mistakes as I am new. Criticism is open. THERE WILL BE A LOT OF CHAPTERS FOCUSED ON WORLD BUILDING/DETAIL.

Notice: Due to the Author suffering from pneumonia and getting hospitalized, update will be put on hold for 1 or 2 weeks. On his 32nd birthday, Jeff, along with all of his friends, confesses how they are dissatisfied with their lives. If only I didn't suppress my desires. If only I didn't ignore my feelings for her. If only I confess my love to her. If only I had chosen a different path from the start. If only... At the end of his 32nd birthday, the next morning, Jeff wakes up a decade back to the past. And as if all of his friends have trusted all of their regrets to him, Jeff remembers them all. With his regression that gave him a mysterious system known as Returner Fantasy, Jeff will do everything to change the future, not only for himself but for his friends and the ones he loves. [Warning: Contains Mature and Sexual content.] This book will have a lot of mature and sexual content. But those will not be the main focus of story. This book will show characters trying their best to redeem themselves from their failures and regrets.

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$: 1 Chapter - 5$: 7 Chapters - 10$: 14 Chapters *This story is on Patreon, Ko-fi!, 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.

The demon is reborn and will be the nightmare of ASHS

Jensen a new recruit in the police force of West Brook is assigned to work on a task force to catch the culprit of a string of gruesome murders which is rumored to be a supernatural beast. He plans on proving there is no monster but meets a young Alice a young woman on the force who plans on proving the existence of supernatural activity. The two start to fall for each other but their love is tested when she finds out Jensen is the werewolf and the culprit responsible for all the killings.

Alec Vance was supposed to be dead. His body was never found, his name erased, and his existence forgotten. Betrayed by the man he trusted the most—Blaze Carter—he was left for dead in the underground world of crime and power. But death didn’t take him. Now, after years in the shadows, Alec has returned. Not for revenge—but for something much darker. He doesn’t just want to destroy Blaze; he wants to make him suffer, piece by piece, until there's nothing left. As the city drowns in mind games, obsession, and blood, Alec and Blaze are locked in a battle where trust is an illusion and love is a weapon. But when the lines between hatred and passion blur, who will survive this deadly game? In a world where betrayal is inevitable and death is a mere illusion, one question remains—can you ever escape the past?

In a world where faith fuels power, Elara, once a devoted believer, unearths the dark secrets of the religious order she once trusted. Betrayed and seeking vengeance, she forms a dangerous pact with a being she wasn’t supposed to. Trading her soul for the strength to dismantle the very foundation of the faith that forsook her. Will her quest for revenge lead to salvation, or will the shadows of her choices consume her?

“No matter what, never fall for the vampire king.” Kiara Whitman always knew her fate was twisted because she is the first hybrid, but things took a drastic turn when she was offered a contract marriage with the ruthless Valerian King. There was just one clause on the contract: "Falling for Adriel Valerian is equivalent to death.” But how could she follow such a clause? Her heart raced under his gaze, and when he spoke, her thoughts became foggy. It was clear as day that if the clause was meant to keep her alive, she wouldn’t survive. Unfortunately, Adriel, the vampire king, didn’t feel the same for her because he had his own plans for the hybrid princess; she was the key to everything he craved—his ultimate freedom from hell. He had sworn never to let himself fall for her because it would be messy; he had to be smart, vigilant, and stay in control. What will happen when Kiara finds out the real reason behind the contract marriage? Or when she discovers that she was just a tool for survival all along, just a possession to the vampire king and nothing less? Will she decide to leave for good or stay to find out her purpose? Or at least seduce the vampire king, if at all that’s possible.

Tawny Matthews thought that Leonard Roberts married her, perhaps he would have some feelings for her. But from the beginning to the end, he was cold and indifferent, and she could only endure that he always thought of someone else. Three years passed, and she felt that she could not expect or hope for this marriage relationship, so she decided to leave, leave this place, and start a new life. Five years later, they met again, standing opposite each other, but neither recognized the other. He did not recognize her because she had changed so much. Tawny seemed to have become a completely different person. She became colder and more decisive, and her eyes looked at him like those of a stranger. Why did she not recognize him? Was it because she was now his ex-wife?