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Shadow Garden

Song of the Gardener of Souls [BL]

Rowan sees beauty in death. The Order he has sworn to obey only sees defilement. As the reviled Caretaker of the Order, Rowan has accepted his role as a dutiful outcast because he believes it is the only way to prove his worth to the man who holds his sisters’ souls as collateral. With his magic and his voice, Rowan can absorb death and transform it, but only in ways the Order deems acceptable to maintain the stability of the reality it claims to protect Order must subdue Disorder. Reality must triumph over illusion. He is tainted and always will be. Rowan has never questioned those lessons, but that changes the night he harvests a crimson soul that is more than human and chooses to keep it a secret. When Rowan’s song transforms that soul into a beautiful and mysterious man he names Wren, he is forced to accept that sometimes duty is a lie and illusion is the only thing you can trust. As the fabric of the Order begins to unwind and a new kind of Disorder takes hold, Rowan will need to choose again, stand with the Order that held him down, or forge a new path with Wren at his side. He may be the only one who can restore balance to the worlds, but only if he can find balance within himself first. ************************************* Updates 3-4 times per week. Note: This story focuses on relationships. I promise an epic romance, lots of swoon-worthy moments, and a healthy amount of fluff. When it does get steamy…you might get burned. Fair warning for explicit content. I don’t shy away from my spice. There are lots of side characters and couples to fall in love with, in addition to the main couple. If you love the idea of found family, you will be happy. This book is set in a non-heteronormative world, so you will see various gender identities/expressions and types of love. ************************************* Excerpt (if you want the full steamy version, you will have to read the book!): Still reeling from the new magic that coursed under his skin and unsure of how to react to the desire that threatened to take control of him, Rowan froze. Wren's hot breath against his mouth sent a jolt of pleasure through his body, and he choked back a groan. A different kind of panic flared in Rowan's chest, burning him as if he were the one on fire. This was what he wanted, what he'd thought about every night since Wren left. But wanting more was one thing. Acting on it was another. He'd spent so much of his life hiding, he didn't know how to do anything else. One corner of Wren's mouth twitched as Rowan pulled away. When he attempted to free himself from Wren's grasp, Wren just hauled him closer. Rowan liked that he didn't have to think about what to do next. His bare chest thudded against Wren's torso, and the heat from Wren's body merged with Rowan's skin, melting him from the inside out. "What did you just do to me?" Wren's deep voice vibrated against Rowan's chest. "The Disorder of your illusion was holding you captive. I…I absorbed it." "Oh? Where did you learn to do that? Have I been gone that long?" Wren's grip loosened slightly on Rowan's wrists as if he was satisfied now that Rowan was practically sitting on top him. Rowan stared at Wren's lips. He opened his mouth to protest, but immediately closed it again. "I know you aren't going to say that I shouldn't touch you." Wren's free hand splayed over the small of Rowan's back. "Not when you started it." Rowan's breath hitched. "No. I'm not going to say that anymore. Not to you." "I thought you were afraid to be touched." Wren's fingers traced a circle over the curve of Rowan's spine as if testing for a reaction. "I know that I'm not afraid of you." Rowan waited for the panic to set in, but all he felt was desire. "With you, I want…" "You want what?" "I want more." Triumph flared in Wren's gaze before he narrowed his eyes. "Really? Then why are you still trying to get away from me?"
LivChanin · 1M Views

moonlit shadow

In the land of Eldoria, where the sun dipped into the horizon and painted the sky with hues of crimson and gold, there existed a mystical forest known as the Shadowwood. This forest was home to ancient trees, whispering leaves, and creatures that roamed under the cover of darkness. In a small village on the outskirts of the Shadowwood, there lived a young woman named Lyra. She was a skilled huntress, with hair as black as the night sky and eyes that shone like the stars. Lyra was known throughout the village for her bravery and her unparalleled accuracy with a bow. One day, a stranger arrived in the village. He was a tall, brooding figure with piercing green eyes and hair that seemed to shimmer like the moon. He introduced himself as Kael, a warrior from a distant land, and he was seeking refuge in the village. As Lyra and Kael spent more time together, they began to realize that they were drawn to each other. But their love was forbidden, for Kael was hiding a dark secret: he was a creature of the Shadowwood, a being with the power to control the shadows and manipulate the darkness. As their relationship deepened, Lyra and Kael found themselves entangled in a web of danger and intrigue. The Shadowwood was stirring, and the creatures that lived within its depths were beginning to awaken. The villagers were in peril, and Lyra and Kael were the only ones who could save them. Together, they embarked on a perilous journey into the heart of the Shadowwood, facing treacherous paths, ferocious beasts, and ancient magic. Along the way, they discovered hidden temples, mysterious artifacts, and forgotten lore. As they delved deeper into the forest, Lyra and Kael's love for each other grew stronger. But they knew that their love was threatened by the secrets that Kael kept, and the danger that lurked in the shadows. Will Lyra and Kael be able to overcome the obstacles that stand in their way, or will the darkness of the Shadowwood tear them apart? Will they be able to save the village, or will the creatures of the forest consume everything in their path? This is just the beginning of our story, and I'd love to continue it with you. What do you think? Should we: A) Explore the secrets of the Shadowwood and the creatures that live within its depths B) Delve deeper into the romance between Lyra and Kael, and the challenges they face as a couple C) Introduce new characters and plot twists to complicate the story and raise the stakes D) Something else entirely? Let me know, and we'll continue the story together! I meant this one
Joy_Obi_6714 · 984 Views
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