Filthy Romance

In a world where fantasy and reality blur, Ava and Luke embark on a life-changing journey through the Tower of Trials, a mystical realm that tests the very essence of their souls. Ava, a determined and skilled player, and Luke, her steadfast partner, enter the Tower with the goal of uncovering its secrets and overcoming its daunting challenges. Each trial they face is a unique test of their abilities and emotions, from confronting echoes of their past to navigating illusions and mastering the power of unity. As they progress, Ava and Luke’s bond deepens, revealing both the strength and vulnerabilities of their relationship. The trials force them to confront their fears, desires, and the true nature of their feelings for each other. Their journey is filled with both exhilarating victories and heart-wrenching moments, testing their resolve and commitment to one another. Amidst magical landscapes and perilous quests, Ava and Luke must integrate the lessons from each trial to succeed in the final challenge: the Trial of Synthesis. Here, they must apply their newfound wisdom to craft a meaningful legacy and embrace their future with purpose. The Game of Love: A LitRPG Romance is a captivating tale of adventure, romance, and personal growth, where every challenge faced and every lesson learned shapes their destiny. As Ava and Luke navigate the complexities of the Tower, they discover that true love and strength lie not just in overcoming obstacles but in the journey they share together.

'A self-centric Female Lead, lost-in-love Male Leads, and useless extras who will die. On top of it, this world will not be here for long because of that ancient threat. So, what should I do now?' What kind of world was a world of Female-Oriented Fantasy romance? One filled with tinted glass and roses? Life should have been easy here, right? Wrong! Layla had read this book before, and she knew what happened. "Those useless leads left this world in a shamble! I need to do something about it before it gets destroyed. If I am going to live here, I need to ensure this world stays alive long enough. Who has time for romance when the world will end soon?" Her goal was set, and her life was laid out. Layla was going to use whatever she could to secure her second life. Everyone was a useful piece from here on, and Layla used them well to achieve her end goal. This might be a world based on a fantasy romance, but she would ensure it would not repeat it's ending. ______ Note: It has a strong Female Protagonist as the MC. No romance, no harem, no yuri.

From her early childhood, Emerald has been shaped as a killer. Growing up in a dark environment where all she sees and knows is evil and violence planted in her mind and heart that being a killer is the only way to survive. As she matured, Emerald learned to embrace her dark instincts and use them to her advantage, becoming a formidable force to be reckoned with in her ruthless world. But everything changed when she met the spoiled brat daughter of the most powerful crime lord in the underworld. "A forbidden connection, a hidden truth, and Emerald's future hung by a thread."

No fundo mais escuro da alma humana, onde a luz da razão não ousa penetrar, reside o amor doentio. Uma paixão distorcida, alimentada por sombras e devorada por demônios. A luxúria sempre fez parte da sua vida, pelo menos uma parte dela, Núbia mantinha uma vida dupla onde a insanidade era a sua maior arma até conhecer Taú Nkosi, um homem que escondia por trás de sua imagem imponente um lado sombrio e misterioso, envolto em segredos do passado. A atração entre eles era palpável, mas o destino reservava desafios e revelações que colocariam à prova não apenas o amor que surgia entre eles, mas também suas próprias essências. Não aceito adaptação, plágio é crime. livro recomendado p

Twenty-eight year old Delilah Sterling, has perfected the art of being a respectable realtor by day, and a professional gold digger by night. Delilah believes she has her double life under control. Her meticulously crafted life crumbles when she wakes up one morning with a wedding band on her finger, a marriage certificate on the table, and a sinfully gorgeous man claiming to be her husband. To make matters worse, he is broke and jobless, making her feel trapped in a surreal nightmare. Desperate for escape, Delilah demands a divorce, but the stranger—insisting he wants to stay married—thwarts every attempt. Frustration and confusion mount until Delilah hatches a new plan: she proposes they team up to con her next target, the elusive billionaire, Hunter Quinn. What Delilah doesn't realize is that her "broke husband" is actually Hunter Quinn himself. Billionaire CEO, Hunter Quinn, having discovered Delilah’s intentions to con him, had decided to outplay her at her own game. Hunter agrees to the partnership, and together they plunge into a high-stakes game of deceit. As they plot and scheme, the lines between pretense and reality blur. Their forced proximity ignites an unexpected chemistry, leading to moments of vulnerability and genuine connection neither anticipated. Caught in a whirlwind of deception, passion, and power plays, Delilah grapples with their growing feelings. As their con deepens, she must confront the ultimate question: Can she open her heart to love and trust again? ****Exerpt**** Delilah’s eyes darted to the marriage certificate again, the official seal glaring back at her. Her fingers itched to tear it apart, to make this nightmare disappear. But deep down, she knew that wouldn’t change anything. “I don’t remember,” she whispered, more to herself than to him. “I don’t remember any of it.” Blake nodded as if he had expected this reaction. “That is expected. You had a lot to drink last night.” he fished out a phone from the back pocket of his trousers, opened it. “Here, this is us celebrating, after we got married last night,” he said, showing her a picture. Delilah’s breath caught in her throat as she stared at the photo. It was indeed her. “How?” she whispered, her voice barely audible. “I don’t remember any of this.” “It was a wild night,” he said softly. Perhaps she had married Blake because he was wealthy. That would be the only logical reason for her to make such a blunder. There was hope, she thought, as she clung to the possibility of salvaging something from this disaster. Turning to him, she forced a smile, “Is this your house? Are we in your house?” She asked, looking around the bedroom. Blake shook his head, “No. This is a hotel,” he said, and she nodded. “I see. It looks like quite an expensive hotel,” she observed, “What do you do for a living?” she asked, trying to keep her voice steady as she searched his eyes for any hint of affluence. Blake hesitated, his confident demeanor faltering for the first time. He looked away, rubbing the back of his neck. “I’m... in between jobs,” he stuttered, avoiding her gaze. Delilah’s heart sank, disappointment crashing over her like a wave. “In between jobs?” she echoed, her voice tinged with disbelief. Blake seemed to sense her dismay. “I know it doesn’t sound great,” he said quickly, trying to reassure her. “But I’m working on a few things. I just need a little more time.” “You’re jobless,” she muttered to herself as reality sunk in. “How did you pay for this room? For the wedding bands?” She asked, and he winced. “I didn’t. You did,” he said, and she collapsed on the bed. (PS: Cover photo isn’t mine. Credit to the real owner)

In the quiet life they share, Maria and Ethan seem like any ordinary couple—until vivid, haunting dreams begin to unravel a love story neither can explain. The dreams pull them back to 1940s France, into the heart of World War II, where they see themselves as Marie, a brave young woman fighting for the Resistance, and David, an American spy embedded within enemy ranks. Each night, the dreams grow stronger, filling them with memories that feel intensely real. Maria recounts scenes of sabotage and whispered meetings in shadowed alleys, while Ethan recalls the weight of choices and a brief encounter with Marie on a bridge that neither can forget. Through their dreams, they realize that they’re remembering a past life—a time when they were caught on opposing sides of a brutal war, yet found themselves drawn together despite the odds. As Maria and Ethan piece together this love story across lifetimes, they uncover an unbreakable bond, one that defied even the boundaries of war. But the dreams also bring new challenges in the present, awakening emotions and fears that threaten to shake the life they’ve built together. Together, they must come to terms with a love that’s transcended time, where fate, duty, and sacrifice once tore them apart—and may yet have the power to bring them closer than ever before.

Title: The transformation of Aramania "Lyra's life is shattered when Gabrielle, Guardian of the Realms, transports her to Aramania, a realm ravaged by darkness. Chosen for her untainted heart, Lyra must ignite the spark of transformation. To fulfill the ancient prophecy, Lyra must unite with her Aramanian counterpart, the pure heart. But in a land shrouded in shadows and deception, her quest is fraught with challenges: unraveling the mystery of her counterpart's identity, navigating treacherous alliances and ancient magic, and confronting the darkness within Aramania and herself. Will Lyra succeed in her perilous journey, or will the shadows prevail?"

Melissa felt that her body is lighter than before. Anyway this is not my original body maybe that is why. She thought. That is not the case! A voice sounded behind her. Who is there, she asked turning around. There was no responses,. Maybe it was my imagination. She think. WRONG.. She heard the same voice again.. this time she is not hearing things. This voice is real.and why do I feel that the voice is inside my head?!! YOU ARE RIGHT... Melissa was loosing it. She shouted, who the f*ck are you?? The person behind the voice thought he has tease her enough and show his self. Melissa was shock! She was like: where did this fairy pop out from. She wipe her face, am I seeing things?. Because the person standing before her is too angelic. He has a deep sect eyes, Sharp eyebrows, long lashes, Sharp jawline and smooth fair skin with a delicate small pink lips. With his dark black hair, that castrated from his shoulder down to his lower waist. He simply look breathtaking. Words can't describe how handsome and powerful he look. Melissa look daze.. she was thinking ( is he even human)? The person in question was annoyed by her stare. Can you stop staring..? It's creepy.. Melissa came to her senses and snort. Don't be full of yourself. Do you think I'm staring at you..!? No.. I'm staring at the dirty on your face.. it's just too disgusting... she turn her head away. Mysterious man "....." What the heck.! You are too shameless . He said. I'm shameless? Huh.. do you look at your face?? It too dirty She snort. Although he knew that he has no dirty on his face, she look damn serious. He subconsciously check his self on the mirror.., and then.... Ah ..ah...ah...ah Fool you.. Melissa can't stop laughing. He Sigh.. In the thousands of years he has lived, no one has dare play trick on him like this. This is simply too much. *Cough*cough* He clear his throat, you don't want to know why I appear here..? He ask. looking mystical. Melissa stop laughing and look at him with a pensive gaze. She finally come to her mind. Mysterious man smile devishly. He has finally caught her. Hum. Melissa ask him. Who are you and what are you doing here, how do you get in here in the first place? I am your guardian ! Mysterious man smile devishly again. Melissa look stunned by the revelation. *. *. *. *. * All this while, mysterious man have appeared in his full form and was standing opposite her. Melissa was trying to stand up when she realizes that her legs were numb from sitting on her knees too long. It's was already too late when she try to adjust her body. She fall right into his arms . Mysterious man was stunned for a moment. Then he said, are you trying to seduce me..? With your poor seductive skill..?! He smiled; while Melissa gaze into his eyes, mesmerized by the sight. But that was soon over when she heard the last statement. She pushed him away and blush in embarrassment. _ but she soon fall back, because the man didn't borge from the push. Melissa "..." Is my arms that comfortable, he ask with a playful smile on his lip. Melissa was very embarrassed. This is pure torture. I can't even stand on my own. She Sigh. add the book to your collection to see new update.please leave comment and review. thank you for reading my book.

Sera and Samael are best friends who met under strange circumstances and have been through ups and downs together. A business opportunity brings the two closer than ever. Join them through this journey and learn the twist in this romance. The cover picture is not mine. I got it from Pinterest. All credit goes to the original artist.

{ deluxe hotel) Katherine woke up under the beautiful sunlight and her head hurt badly due to the large amount of alcohol she drank last night. She held her head tightly and grunt. Memories of last night flooded her head and she felt like hitting herself for what had happened last night. Bause her boyfriend cheated on her, she went to a bar and this was the result. A loud growl emerged beside her! It was the man she slept with. The sight of the man scared her and she quietly got out of bed, put on her clothes and quietly left without looking back....

"Raindrops fell over the two silhouettes remaining in the park. They leaned onto each other, providing a warm refuge that nullified the freezing water. The two girls allowed the tears of the sky to wash all their thoughts away, hands intertwined in the process. Love was the only console they had left." Adda has had an overall harsh and mediocre life, with controling parents and lack of meaningful friendships. However, pnce she meets Tania, her life starts changing uncontrolably, suffering a rollercoaster of emotions full of problems that will try to destroy her. Will she be able to find her way out of it? And what will become of their friendship?

Ｗｉｌｌ ｉｔ ａｌｗａｙｓ ｂｅ ｔｈｉｓ ｗａｙ? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ When the skilled and seasoned Assassin Ashley meets the seasoned spy Liam she instantly falls in love with him, but at this point she's just a barista at a coffee shop. But soon later their boss calls them into the office and puts them both into a assassination mission together, Liam still oblivious to her feelings for him made fun of her before the mission starts. But he will soon learn how skilled she is at her job, but how long will it take him to actually catch on to her feelings or even return them? I guess we'll have to find out. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Warning: This story may go into depth on somethings, if anything to do with gore may trigger you in some way then don't read!!! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ None of the art used is mine the credits to the cover art: Alina Iakunina, on pinterest ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Thanks for reading! Hope you enjoy and leave a comment! Thanks ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Buisness Casual Romance is a dramatic romance novel centered around Ethan Blackwood, a brilliant yet emotionally distant CEO, and Soo-Jin, a driven and talented young woman working under him. Both are deeply committed to their careers, with Soo-Jin leading a crucial project at Blackwood Industries. Ethan, burdened by a rare illness and a troubled family history, keeps his distance from most people, guarding his vulnerabilities. His strict demeanor and cold personality make him seem unapproachable, but behind this mask, he is struggling with personal demons and physical limitations. Soo-Jin, on the other hand, is resourceful, independent, and determined to prove her worth, balancing her professional ambitions with her personal struggles. As they work closely together, Ethan and Soo-Jin develop a complicated relationship that begins to shift from professional to personal. Amid growing attraction, they both grapple with their own insecurities and fears. Soo-Jin’s former lover, Min-ho, reemerges with obsessive intentions, fueling tension and danger, while Ethan’s rivalry with Jason Kim, another CEO who is also interested in Soo-Jin, complicates matters further. As these conflicts escalate, both Ethan and Soo-Jin must confront their pasts and navigate their feelings for each other while under the weight of external pressures, personal health challenges, and emotional scars. In the end, Hearts Under Fire explores themes of love, obsession, trust, and vulnerability, as the characters battle not only external forces but their own inner turmoil.

Traversing a parallel world and transforming into a girl, Lucy Anderson initially desired a leisurely life at home, indulging in food and drink. However, she never anticipated being summoned by her mother to participate in a romance show. Of course, it's all in jest; falling in love seems impossible, especially in her current situation. Yet, despite her protests, her mother insisted on her involvement, treating her like a child. Just as Lucy found herself in this predicament, a peculiar passive heart system activated. Suddenly, she became the center of attention for male guests, creating humorous scenarios for the show. The first male guest exclaimed, "I bought this coconut for Lucy Anderson." The second male guest eagerly asked, "Lucy, would you join me for dinner tomorrow?" Not only the male guests but also the female guests couldn't resist Lucy's charm. The second female guest gushed, "Oh, Lucy, I adore you! How are you such a great cook?" The fourth female guest remarked, "She's so kind and gentle; I wish she'd marry me." Dumbfounded by all the attention, Lucy turned to her best friend for help, asking, "What should I do? It seems like everyone is confessing to me." (Don't get married! Don't get married! Don't get married!!!)

This is the sequel to my first book, I Choose You (A Nigerian Romance). It can be read as a stand alone. ............. She was curious, curious about him. He was afraid, afraid that his secrets would be known. Meet Somadina Uzora, A cheery but extremely clumsy girl, who was seen as an happy go lucky person. Unfortunately that was only what the naked eyes could see. Now meet Zachary Stone, his last name practically states the expression he always carries. To put it simply, he wants no business at all with the entire human specie. They both practically had nothing in common. But it seems Fate or would I say..a R-epeated C-oincidence just kept bringing this two together. But when secrets start flying in the air, it appears that this two indeed do have an uncanny relationship after all.

Life is funny, You thought you had escaped somewhere so far nobody would find you, But actually, you never escaped at all.

The story of a woman who tries to change her life but is controlled by a family member and forced to marry a man she hates The return of the couple's ex -lover disrupted the lives of Arisa and her husband Can their bond be dissolved with love and peace

[WARNING: VIOLENT CONTENT AHEAD] Kill, Bloodshed, Revenge, Vengeance is what his world was limited to. When she appeared, his world went limitless. Nilana, hurt and betrayed by her foster family ran away after poisoning them with a sleeping potion. What else could she had done? They were selling her to a brothel to pay her elder sister's dowry! After leaving the cottage on a windy night, she ought to go to the capital of the Kingdom of Windspire, and start a new life there. On her way there, she meets this mysterious rower who was helping her cross the river. Right then, heavy storm and high waves knocked the boat out. She drowned, wondering if this how her life was to be ended. The next time she opened her eyes, she found herself in a bed of a wooden manor in the middle of a forest. Unsure of how she ended up here, she meets the owner of the manor, All soaked in sweat, shirtless, and holding an axe on his shoulders. He was a young man. The most beautiful young man she had ever seen. Follow the journey of Nilana, a runaway with a hidden past, and Ian, a mysterious wood merchant harboring deadly secrets. When fate unites them in a lavish forest manor, they embark on an unforgettable adventure. As royal intrigues and hidden motives unfold, their love will be tested, and their destiny as Assassin, Prince, and King will shape the future of the Kingdom of Windspire. With thrilling plot twists, thought stopping action scenes, found family bonds, and heartwarming moments, it is a captivating historical fantasy novel that will keep you spellbound until the very last page. EXCERPT - "What are you planning to do exactly, Dem Mari?" His voice was low and resonant. "You-" she stammered and stepped back two steps behind, "You!" She pointed out to him in a yell, "Can you not-" Stuttering, she made her posture straight and reached out for the apron hanging on one of the wall hooks behind him. "Can you not do this? And declare your presence then scare me shitless all the time, mister?!" Her words blabbered out as she took the apron and stepped back. "No." Ian replied. Nilana glared at him, her eyes squinted. "What do you mea-" "It's fun." He snatched the apron from her hands. "Fun to witness your myriad expressions every time I appear like a phantom behind you." P.S THE COVER IS NOT MINE

Silas Mendez, a 28-year-old with a passion for reading romance novels, never expected his life to become one. After leaving a low-star review on a popular romance novel website, he wakes up the next morning in the very story he criticized—but not as the dashing hero or even the brooding villain. Instead, Silas finds himself in the body of a young, nameless character who has no impact on the plot at all—an Extra. Sharing a strangely similar name with his new body, Silas quickly realizes this world is bound by rules he can’t control—except for a mysterious system that tracks his skills, relationships, and overall influence on the story. As an Extra, he was supposed to remain in the background, but with his newfound abilities, Silas might just change the course of the romance plot he once dismissed. Thrown into a world of romantic entanglements, drama, and unexpected alliances, Silas must decide: will he stay hidden in the shadows, or will he rise beyond his role as an Extra to rewrite the story’s ending?

Ella, a young woman trapped in the monotony of a lockdown, discovers an old diary in her attic with the power to transport her back in time. In 1965, she meets William, a charming and enigmatic man who awakens feelings she never knew she could have. As their connection deepens, Ella is torn between her life in the present and the irresistible pull of love across time. Faced with the choice of staying in the past for love or returning to her own world, Ella must navigate the complexities of time, destiny, and the heart in this emotionally charged romance.

Caught in the middle of three men who demand what they want, I soon discover that I am the one they’ll fight dirty to keep. With my legacy on the brink of destruction, I enter the fight of my life, determined to do whatever it takes to hold on to what’s mine. Sin, debauchery, body sweat all around me. Dangerous men want what I have inherited, and corruption suffocates the air I breathe. With no other option, I’m cast in a world of underground cage fighting full of violence for money. But I’m an innocent girl completely out of my league. Except, I’m not alone. I have them. This is their world. Will they be my saviors? Or the masters of my ruin? The power of three to take me down, but they also have the power to build me back up… if they choose. There’s Frankie, also known as Freakshow when he’s ready to fight. Unpredictable, dominating, and a brooding storm that intensifies with me in the room. Bones is the one who truly sees me for the woman I am. He can break down my walls with little effort, and the man makes me weak in a world where I need to be strong. Then there’s Lotto. He’s the protector, the leader. His eyes never leave me, and they never will. He’s watching. Always watching. But he awakes hidden demons I can’t resist. To these men, I bring chaos, but in me they unleash something more… Survival. Redemption. Dark desires. Each one of them is different, but they each have something in common. They all have an obsession... Me.

(Complete!) When you want to change the world, the last thing you need is to be highlighted on Romances of Wolf Islands TV Lineup! In a world where werewolves and humans must coexist, nothing is easy for anyone ending up on the Wolf Islands. The sanctuary for half wolves, that only know half of what's going on in the world. Grayson and William are werewolf hunters, the best of their kind, that get a touch of their own medicine when their own DNA betrays them. Devin is a full werewolf pirate that lives in an underwater safety area, until he messes up on the Wolf Islands and accidentally ruins a young woman's life. To fix it, he'll have to do something he's never done before: Deal with love on a reality TV den show. Lily and Jill went from a standard life hiding among humans to a royal treatment they weren't prepared for. On Wolf Islands, nothing is easy, least of all faking romance on live TV! How can they help save their world, and keep their secrets, when their actions are being displayed for the whole Wolf Islands on TV? This novel covers action, that TV celebrity life, and romance. Some comedy, some drama, and some interesting adventures in between.

I possessed the villain of a romance fantasy story. My engagement with the heroine had been called off and I became the EXP mob character who fell to his own ruin. But for some reason, the female lead won’t let me go. ______________________________________

"This is a dream. Since it is a dream, let me at least savour it a little more''. "If you are done checking me out, can I open my eyes now? Is hard pretending to be asleep when you keep touching me like that, Miss Lee''. Ad-Din said and opened his eyes. Maria Portia Lee graduated at the top of her class in the University at the age of 22 years and landed her first job as a teacher at a prestigious senior high school in their town. On her first day, she found herself falling for a final year student boy. Been a novice at love, coupled with family problems she decides to ignore the feelings that only grew stronger by the day. An unfortunate accident leaves Maria Portia Lee running to another city and her teaching license revoked. After 8 years, Maria didn't expect that the first person she would meet after returning to Cosmos town will be the same boy she used to love and there was just one problem, he wasn't a boy anymore but a man, a man that still made her heart to feel a lot of emotions and the worse part was, he was now her boss. Their roles have been exchanged totally. Ad-Din finally found the woman he had waited for, for 8 years and wasn't about to let anyone get in his way of making her his woman. Will their love story continue from where they left off? Will they be able to find happiness this time around? Purple Romance II Paige Payin is juggling between her school and work as a Queen in part-time working with good star ratings but the time she has left is used to fantasizes about her crush but all that changes when she meets bad boy Jordan Attoh and soon their bickering turns into something more but will their new found feelings stand the test of time when the culprit of all Paige's predicament turns out to be Jordan's own Father's selfishness? This book contains series of different love stories that stand the test of time. PS: Book cover does not belong to me. All credits go to the original owner. Please add this lovely book to your library and support me with power stones. catch me on discord, let's chat: @Purplebride #4135. Hi everyone, I've decided to join this year's 2024 WSA with a new book titled; "I am Sabrina (Cursed By Love). Kindly check it out and thank you.

When Ayra Sylvahnna was summoned by the president of Foxerall at the bewitching hour of a stormy night, she realised it was the dreadful beginning of a dark end. When an A-rank mission entailing the capture of a vicious demon was assigned to them, Ayra Sylvahnna knew this was going to be very different from her other missions. War and love will clash with each other. Trust and betrayal will face each other. And Ayra must be prepared for all of it. A journey encompassing around three wizards, who find themselves amidst a deadly storm of unfathomable power, cryptic prophecies, dead kings and lost queens, fight against death itself. A chronicle of friendship, love, happiness and betrayal that revolves around three powerful and fierce-hearted wizards who each have a story to tell. Note: This is a slow burn romance so don't expect them to kiss at chapter ten or something. It's gonna take time but I promise you, the journey will be sweet :3

https://cpunovel.com/series/transmigrated-into-a-tragic-romance-fantasy/ I was curious about what a female-oriented tragic romantic fantasy was like, so I skimmed through only the free chapters. And then… “…Ha.” I found myself transmigrated into one of the main male characters, destined for tears of regret, exhaustion, and obsession. So, the first thing that had to be done was… “I, Elden Raphelion, hereby declare my withdrawal from the competition for the betrothal of the Third Northern Duchess.” To escape this tragedy.