Accused

Takashi Nakamura is an ordinary student, constantly targeted by bullying from his classmates, living a life marked by loneliness and disdain. When he and his peers are mysteriously summoned to a new world, their hopes for change quickly fade. Deceived by everyone, he is accused of crimes he didn’t commit and executed by his classmates who planned everything from the start. Reborn as Pandora Aegis Oblivion, the new Demon King, Takashi no longer cares about the consequences of his actions. With immense powers at his disposal, he embarks on a journey of chaos and destruction, determined to plunge not just the kingdom, but the entire world into absolute chaos. In a universe filled with shadows and magic, Pandora transforms into an unstoppable force, a symbol of despair and power. As she progresses, she confronts relentless enemies and the reality of her new role. In her quest for total destruction, she will discover that every act of revenge comes at a cost, and that even amidst chaos, echoes of the past can resurface, challenging her resolve. Discord server to view the Images. https://discord.gg/22f3TGSbCE

Humaira’s once-comfortable life crumbles when her father’s business collapses, forcing her family to relocate to Kano. After his tragic passing, her uncles push her toward marriage, dismissing her dreams of education. A chance encounter with Professor Bello grants her an opportunity to study in Abuja, but his household soon turns into a battlefield. His daughter, Hanifa, sees Humaira as a threat and manipulates Aunty Fatima into mistreating her. False accusations of theft and scandal leave her isolated and humiliated. As she endures cruelty and misunderstandings, two men enter her life—Nuhu, Professor Bello’s aloof son, who slowly grows drawn to her, and Zain, a charming doctor who offers warmth and support. A quiet rivalry for her affection brews, but Humaira refuses to lose sight of her dreams. Through love, betrayal, and self-discovery, Humaira fights for her education and independence, proving that resilience can defy even the strongest of societal expectations.

[WARNING: CONTAINS MATURE EVENTS, TRIGGERING EVENTS, RAPE] Read at your own risk. "Are you afraid of falling in love?" He asks. She replies with tears in her eyes, "Aren't you, Mr. Knight?" "There's only one way to know." He replies, kissing her forehead, then her tears and he begins to trail down to her lips. Ezra Knight is a billionaire with bad habits. Laborious at day and notorious at night. He once lived with pride but now he is in a pit of humiliation and darkness. His live-in maid committed suicide but the blame goes on him. Accused of physically abusing the victim made him the villain in the eyes of New Yorkers. Now Ezra Knight is looking for another live in Maid. Scarlet Martinez, wants to escape his Italian Mafia husband. Working as a maid under Ezra was her safest option untill she figured her new boss is a suspect for killing his own maid. What's a better choice for her? Going back to her devil husband or keep working under the ruthless villain CEO and hope for the best? Is it only a fight to survive or something more can come out of it?

After being fired from his job due to a baseless accusation and dying while trying to save a girl from a robber, Maximilian is reincarnated into a world where caped heroes and superpowered villains clash in the streets. Disillusioned by a life of injustice and unrewarded good deeds, he vows to live for his own satisfaction. Armed with the Greatest Villain System—a golden finger that promises to make him the most feared villain in history—Maximilian sets out to embrace his dark side. First Mission: Beat up innocents. An old, retired hero thanks him for preventing a terrorist attack. Second Mission: Destroy a hero monument. Maximilian ruined an unlucky villain career. Third Mission: Beat up a famous hero. A detective hero praises him for exposing a criminal’s crimes. System: “Maximilian, are you messing with me?” Maximilian: “I’m innocent!” Several heroes who think they’re privy to the truth: “Maximilian, you are the most selfless hero we’ve ever met!” Maximilian: “I’m a villain, you idiots!” As Maximilian struggles with his new life as a villain and tries to prove his villainy, he uncovers numerous conspiracies within the new world’s government. Will Maximilian be able to prove his villainy? Or will he be remembered as the greatest hero of all time!?

Three years ago, a portal to another world tore open, revealing a realm of magic, monsters, and kingdoms locked in endless war. Aeron Carter, a young soldier with a power he barely understands, joins the elite Aether Strike Corps—not for glory, but to uncover the truth behind his father’s mysterious disappearance. But the Other World is not what it seems. As Aeron and his squadmates battle cultists, assassins, and creatures beyond imagination, they begin to unravel secrets that could change everything. A prince accused of treason seeks vengeance, while the Demon King’s own son fights to prove his father was never the evil tyrant the world believes him to be. With enemies lurking in the shadows and an unknown force watching his every move, Aeron must decide: will he embrace his dangerous ability, even if it means becoming the very thing he fears? In a world where heroes and villains are just perspectives, where do you draw the line between justice and revenge?

Deek has never had success with the ladies. He’s poor, overweight, and generally unliked. Feeling like a burden on his mother, with his life going nowhere, he spends his days playing video games. However, when a mysterious game ends up in his bag, he is teleported to another world. The only way for a talentless slob like him to get by is to venture into dangerous dungeons for fame and money. Regrettably, Deek always preferred to play support roles, and in this case he picked White Mage. In a world with slavery, where he can purchase beautiful and powerful women as his allies, this might actually work. *Author Note: I am Whatsawhizzer, the original and only author of these books. This is a Whatsawhizzer Web Novel approved account. You can verify in my copyright here https://whatsawhizzerwebnovels.com/copyright/ which includes a link to these works. So, I appreciate the support, but please stop accusing me of plagiarizing myself and certainly stop reporting my account. Thanks.

A famous actor has been accused of bullying back in High school. But is that all there is ? To the world, he's a celebrated actor-charismatic, talented, untouchable. But behind the fame lies a past no one saw-years of pressure, pain, and silent suffering. When an old scandal resurfaces, the world only sees the headlines.What they don't see is the truth behind the spotlight, the scars he bears..... or the one person who refuses to let him disappear into the shadows.

When talking about World War 3, most people usually imagine a nuclear apocalypse or nuclear war. A war that will completely exterminate human civilization, leaving only radiation and the ruins of destroyed cities on Earth. What if, however, in a parallel universe in which the Soviet Union survives after 1991, nuclear weapons don't exist, and World War 3 is a war with the most advanced weapons from both NATO and the Soviet Union? A place where M1A1 Abrams and T-14 Armata collide and tremble the ground, where F-35 and Su-57 terrorize the skies. How would a war like this look like? And what if, even military weapons that were thought to come out of science fiction, such as laser guns, jetpacks, and lightsabers are used in The Third Human Global Conflict? Although everything would appear to be incredibly epic, it all began with a simple terrorist attack on New York City, which would slowly drive humans toward total annihilation. ---------------NOTE--------------- In this novel, I will call NATO as The Alliances, because the Alliances is a league where all anti-communist nations come together rather than just "North Atlantic nations". Also, everything in the Novel is entirely fictional, meaning that the whole world history in this novel is all made up and based on the real world, so don't accuse me of historical inaccuracies.

In the ancient kingdom of Longhe, where power is dictated by bloodlines and honor, two rival families—the Zhaos and the Liangs—stand on the brink of war. Zhao Min, heir to the prestigious Zhao family, is a skilled warrior raised to be his father’s sword. But he longs for more than duty and violence. Liang Hua, the fearless daughter of the Liang family, is trapped in a world of politics, expected to marry for power rather than love. A fateful night during the Festival of Lights brings them together, unaware of each other’s true identities. When a sacred jade artifact—the kingdom’s key to ultimate power—is stolen, both families accuse each other, igniting chaos. In the shadows, a greater enemy lurks, manipulating events to bring about the dynasty’s downfall. Forced into an uneasy alliance, Zhao Min and Liang Hua must uncover the truth behind the theft, navigate deadly betrayals, and resist their growing feelings for one another. As war brews, love and loyalty will be tested—will they sacrifice their hearts for their families, or defy destiny and rewrite history? A tale of forbidden love, treachery, and honor—where every choice shapes the fate of a dynasty.

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.

He was a man of immense power and striking beauty, nobly aloof and coldly proud. One day, a bodyguard reported, "Young Master, the Young Mistress has been falsely accused of meddling in someone else's relationship!" "Expose the video of the other party breaking the hidden rules." "Young Master, the Young Mistress has run away from home!" "Pack up immediately, I'm going with her." "Young Master, the Young Mistress has gone to a matchmaking event!" The man was furious, seizing her cheeks in his hand, "Still daring to go on blind dates?" 【After Marriage】Qiao An propped her chin with her hand, gazing at the handsome man in the apron, her voice languid, "Husband~ Is there anything you can't do?" The man's slender fingers fed her the peeled shrimp, "Yes, I can't leave you." 【Little Bun】 After being disciplined by dad's family law, little Bun's eyes brimmed with tears, "Mommy, am I still your Baobei? The kind that you can't bear to scold when I make a mistake, the kind you soften and hug me?" (Heartwarming Petting)

Transmigrating only to end up in the body of a notorious and blacklisted dated movie queen? Accused of bribery, plastic surgery, being a mistress and diva, and even having sex for favors? The number one spoiled and domineering queen returns with a vengeance! To kick out the movie kings and queens and to dominate the entertainment industry! Nothing will stand in the way of the empress to get rid of that bastard emperor—not even transmigration! But… F*ck! What the hell? That darn husband of hers is the spitting image of that bastard emperor…

I died in an explosion—a betrayal engineered by the man I trusted most. But instead of the end, I woke up in a new body. A noblewoman’s body. Evelina, disgraced and hated, accused of poisoning the Crown Prince of a kingdom where werewolves rule the land. And worse? The man whose life I supposedly tried to end is now my fated mate. Damian, the Crown Prince, is as cold as the moonlight that binds us, his piercing silver eyes filled with distrust every time they land on me. He doesn’t believe my innocence, and frankly, I don’t care. My only priority is survival in this dangerous, medieval world—and figuring out why fate decided to shove me into the life of a traitor. But the longer I’m near Damian, the harder it is to ignore the pull between us—the undeniable heat of the mate bond that makes his touch electric and his presence intoxicating. Enemies lurk in the shadows, including the woman who thinks she should be his Luna. Court intrigue spirals out of control, and the person behind Evelina’s betrayal might be closer than I realize. Damian’s trust is my only shield, but when the truth of my transmigration comes to light, I’m not sure even that will be enough to save me. Because in this world, it’s not love that conquers all—it’s power. And mine might not be enough.

Set in a fantasy world called Nebula, a world filled with human-shaped Spirit creatures called "Fiore" and has various civilizations. Tells the story of the main character named Asteria, an "Encore" creature similar to Spirit, a soul that does not need a physical body. He is accused of causing a major disaster in the city of Sirius, a tragedy called "Amusement Feast". In the chaos, Asteria's true identity is revealed which requires him to face new challenges where his identity as Willingness is spread all over the place and people see him as the most dangerous threat. However, in this incident Asteria also had to lose his limbs, due to fighting against the enemy who was actually the cause of chaos at the Amusement Feast. Although Asteria as an Encore does not need a physical body to live, he needs one for his personal goals and his own safety. With his limbs lost and taken by his great enemy, they begin to move more actively to finish off Asteria, not wanting to give him time to rest and recover. All of this requires Asteria to adapt and survive, starting from dealing with the problem of his dentity being revealed, to retrieving the parts of his physical body that were taken. Not to mention the problems from the past that are still unresolved.

Being adored by one's parents and hoping to achieve something that could bring them happiness, a child sacrificed their carefree personality and chose the path of books and knowledge at an early age. Without looking back to see how those they thought were their parents were, in truth, only pushing them from behind. Esme, a prodigy from an early age, excelled in everything, unlike her sister, who, though adored by both parents, always lagged behind. Finally, after saving the company from debts and restoring it to its former glory, Esme looked back at her parents in hope of recognition but... "You are not even my daughter, you pathetic fool." "Hehe, Sister, how about I take your fiancé?" "Um, you see, Esme, I love your sister." "Tch, insect, how dare you reject checks whenever I, your mother, asked for money!" Those words lingered in Esme's mind before she lost consciousness and woke up inside a prison. "What are you doing here, Aron?" Esme looked at a handsome young man seated in a wheelchair, gazing at her with amusement. He was her sole business competitor, and now, he was visiting her in prison. "Nothing, just came here for a proposal, Miss Esme..." Let's see what awaits the journey of an heiress who was wrongly accused of being fake, betrayed by her fiancé, and had to seek support from her business rivals.

Betrayed, Humiliated in a foreign kingdom. Princess Cassia is forced into a kingdom of wolves for a marriage of peace, only to be cast aside as a lesser wife. But when she is accused for a crime she knew nothing about, her fated Mate, the ruthless Alpha Prince, Kael, offers her a dangerous choice to fight back or be destroyed. But would she accept? But when a prophecy that could change everything is revealed, Cassia's battle is no longer just for respect. It’s for power. What happens when everyone turns against them?

For eighteen years, Amara Kings has been nothing more than a ghost—a forgotten heir locked away in secrecy. On the night of her long-awaited debut, she senses her fated mate among the guests. But her dreams of love and freedom shatter when Alpha Elias Beaumont, the man destined to be hers, publicly rejects her and claims her sister, Kamla, instead. Betrayed and heartbroken, Amara swears Kamla will not get away with her deception. But when Kamla is found murdered that same night, all eyes turn to Amara. Branded a jealous killer, she is thrown into a nightmare of torture and humiliation at the hands of the mate who once denied her. But Amara is no ordinary wolf. As darkness rises and buried secrets unravel, she discovers a power within her that could reshape the entire werewolf world—or destroy it. With enemies lurking in the shadows, an obsessed Alpha vying for her heart, and Elias desperate for redemption, Amara must decide: will she seek vengeance, claim her rightful place, or carve a new destiny of her own? The truth was never meant to come to light. But now that it has, the world will never be the same.

"The world’s not fair, but fairness doesn’t pay the bills. You don’t wait for a handout — you build your own damn ladder, one step at a time." Ethan Grey’s life was built on ambition, hard work, and hope — until a single accusation destroyed it all. Framed by his ruthless boss, Ethan loses his job, his reputation, and is left drowning in half a million dollars of debt. Cast aside by a society that thrives on crushing the weak, he’s at rock bottom with no way out. But in his darkest moment, something extraordinary happens. A mysterious system awakens, offering Ethan a second chance — but with rules. [Congratulations, You have awakened the Harem Investment System] It can’t make him rich overnight, and it won’t give him shortcuts. Instead, it points him toward physical investments: crumbling properties, broken-down machines, and forgotten treasures. Each one is a gamble, but with every success, the system rewards him with newfound skills and opportunities.

Synopsis: Betrayed. Hunted. Killed. Alex's life ended in agony at the hands of those he once trusted. But fate had other plans. When he opened his eyes, he found himself three years in the past, right before the launch of Epoch—the world’s number one game. This time, things would be different. On his return, he awakened the "Infinite Resurrection" talent—a power so broken that the entire world would one day fear his name. Every time he died, he was rewarded with unimaginable treasures, godlike abilities, and legendary weapons. Killed by the Nine Heavens Empress? He gains the Nine Heavens Secret Art and a chance to dual cultivate with her! Burned alive by the Lord of Flames? He awakens the Fire God Bloodline and gets a key to the Fire Lord’s treasure vault! Devoured by the Primordial Beast, Taotie? He unlocks the legendary Devourer talent, receives a god-tier mount, and dons an indestructible Taotie armor set! While other players desperately avoid death, Alex seeks it out. The faster he dies, the stronger he becomes. "Come on, which boss hasn’t killed me yet?" he smirks, stepping into yet another battlefield. But the world won’t let him die so easily. As news of his terrifying talent spreads, nurses from all over the world rally together, determined to keep him alive at all costs! Players flood the forums, accusing him of cheating. Guilds place astronomical bounties on his head—not to kill him, but to stop him from dying! And his enemies?

"Let me take a look." The handsome professor, with his broad shoulders and powerful muscles, lifted me effortlessly and placed me on the desk. His strong hands gently lowered the strap of my uniform to examine the bruise from training. "Helanie! Why do you always end up hurt?" His voice grew husky, sending a shiver down my spine as I struggled to catch my breath. I had to remind myself that he’s my professor... and my stepbrother. I shouldn’t be seduced by his touch. "If anyone bullies you again, come to my office and I will deal with them," he murmured, his beautiful eyes locking onto mine. Despite knowing he’s forbidden, I couldn’t help but wonder—should I tell him about the mate bond I felt the night he was drunk? .. When her parents rejected each other, Helanie went from being her daddy's angel to a neglected and forgotten child. But on her eighteenth birthday, things took a dark turn. When her body went into heat, she attracted a group of alphas. Instead of rescuing her, her secret alpha boyfriend ran away. That night changed Helanie’s life forever. Accused of consenting to the attack, she was sentenced to execution by her own pack. Desperate, she fled, determined to find her mother. What she didn’t expect was to find her mother preparing to marry a rogue king with four dangerously handsome and beastly sons. Things turn even darker when she felt a mate bond with her bully stepbrothers, will she be able to escape their claws or their seduction will ruin her life to next extremes? .. Facebook - Alexis Dee

Roman King spent 3 years of his life working as a maintenance man at Golden Bridge, a luxury high rise building for the city's elite. He was known for his willingness to go above and beyond for the residents at Golden Bridge. One day unexpectedly Roman is called into the office. He is falsely accused of theft and fired. Just when he feels hopeless, a strange notification appears before his eyes. [Wealth System Activated] [$30,000 has been deposited in your account] Spend it Wisely. Build Your Empire. At first it all seemed too good to be true. Until he opens his banking app and the balance is $30,550. Investing in a small business will unlock the skill passive income. The more Roman invest in growth and diversity the greater his rewards. With the Wealth System fueling his rise, Roman starts to claw his from his small studio apartment to the top. He starts with one building, then a block, and then whole neighborhoods. But his rise attracts enemies, the people that ruined his life will soon regret their decisions. Roman isn't here to make friends. He is here to dominate.

Feeling disliked at work is one thing, but being falsely accused is entirely different. Pushed to his limits, one man, gifted with memories of his dark past since he was a baby, knows how to rewind time—but only if he dies. With this mysterious power at his disposal, he decides to stand up for himself and seek revenge on all the women who have mistreated him.

Liam feels increasingly suffocated by debt, paralyzing shyness, and the monotony of everyday life. However, everything falls apart when he is falsely accused of a crime and is on the verge of being expelled from university. But as he's wandering hopelessly back home, a strange voice echoes in his head, informing him that he has received the "Harem App." Suddenly, his life is turned upside down, and he now has supernatural powers to win over beautiful women. At the same time, he finds himself entangled in conflicts far beyond those of a mere human.

At the press conference, reporters bombarded Chen Xing with questions. "Can you explain how someone as young as you clinched the championship? We heard accusations from other contestants that you've been cheating? Is that true?" Chen Xing shoved the microphone that was pushed up to his nose away, his face filled with annoyance, "I want to state again very seriously that I haven't cheated!" As his words ended, Chen Xing waved his hand and summoned a behemoth that blotted out the sky, then jumped onto its back. "Damn it, I can't stand this anymore. Just because I raised them well, they say I cheated? My crocodile accidentally ate a demon, and that's cheating?"

Thirteen young women. One Prince and Dragon rider. In the kingdom of Aurelia, the path to the throne is paved with ambition, beauty, and sacrifice. A special selection is held to choose the next dragon queen from among the finest daughters of the founding magical nobilities. Thirteen girls, one from each of the foundational families, are chosen to vie for the crown and become the next dragon queen—and the hand of the enigmatic Crown Prince Cassian, the best dragon rider in the seven kingdoms and rider of the ancient, powerful black dragon Taheer. Among them is Lira, the thirteenth girl, a quiet but captivating young woman who seems to have come from nowhere. Unbeknownst to the court, Lira is no noble; she has no powers. She is an impostor. She did not come from a founding family. Driven by revenge, she has infiltrated the selection to destroy the monarchy that unjustly executed her father, a former advisor accused of treason. Lira expects to despise the prince, to see him as a reflection of the corrupt crown. Instead, she immediately bonds with his dragon Taheer and finds Cassian to be kind, intelligent, and burdened by the weight of a kingdom's expectations. He, in turn, is drawn to her fiery spirit and quiet resolve, a stark contrast to the polished perfection of the other contenders. But a new Dragon Queen must be chosen and Lira might not stand a chance. Will Lira's thirst for vengeance destroy them all?

When Lu Huang woke up as Lidia—the villainess of a cringe-worthy romance novel—she was determined not to let the story play out like the dumpster fire it was written to be. Nope. Dying at the hands of the Alpha King after being falsely accused, publicly humiliated, and manipulated into madness? Yeah, that’s not on her to-do list. Armed with a sharp tongue that could flay egos, the street smarts of a broke college grad, and the petty audacity of someone with nothing left to lose, Lidia decides she was ripping up the script. Holier-than-thou saintesses? Screw ’em. Self-righteous alphas? They can eat dirt. If this world insists on casting her as the villain, she’s going to own it—on her terms. One chaotic scheme at a time, Lidia’s ready to rewrite her fate—and if she has to break a few rules (and maybe some noses) to do it, so be it. Villainesses don’t play nice, and Lidia is just getting started.

Hwang jia , a insanely genius being , tophacker of her country was a student of hyunim university when she mistakenly hacked a software of the underworld which led her to discover the inhuman acts of the monsters of the underworld..... while trying to expose them she met with dead ends she was falsely accused of murders - ... when she tired of these people decided to take her life an unknown savior of her appeared that gave her the hopes --- and tht small innocent life became a insane monster with rage , anger ... Read the story to know , who this savior was and how her life enfolded ....

Julian was living the high life—drinking, partying, and seducing any woman who caught his eye. But his reckless ways finally caught up to him when an enraged millionaire caught him in bed with his young wife. A bullet to the forehead should have been the end… yet he wakes up in a dark cave, battered and confused. Thrown into a mysterious world where men are seen as mere servants, Julian finds himself at the mercy of seven powerful and enigmatic women. Captured and accused of trespassing where no man should be, he is forced into The Trial of Obedience—a test designed to break him. But Julian refuses to bow. As he navigates the cruel hierarchy of this unfamiliar world, he must outwit his captors, survive their trials, and uncover the secrets of this land. But he has more than just survival on his mind. Every woman he has met in this world is breathtaking, and he craves to claim them all—and every beauty he will encounter in the future. Armed with an unknown system that seems to awaken within him, Julian will do more than endure—he will conquer. Follow Julian on his journey of defiance, dominance, and desire in this thrilling fantasy adventure!

[highly mature book] [crime and psychological thriller webnovel] *[This novel takes a refreshing break from overused plot tropes such as the billionaire playboy or bad boy falls for good girl. This is a new taste of mystery/thriller genre that offers something new, something deeper and darker]* In the opulent streets of Beverly Hills, a string of murders sends shockwaves through the city, Los Angeles. Each victim is left with their eyes replaced—a signature as chilling as it is mysterious. Detective Lorenzo Hoffman, a seasoned investigator known for his unrelenting focus, is drawn into a case that grows darker with every clue. The accused is a world class opthomologist and in the eye of public, she is perceived as innocent for her breathtaking beauty and noble profession. As he digs deeper, Hoffman finds himself entangled in a web of psychological manipulation and hidden motives, where nothing is as it seems. The killer’s methods are calculated, their presence elusive, and their purpose disturbingly personal. With each revelation, Hoffman is forced to confront not only the darkness of the case but also the shadows within himself. The glass ball eyes is a gripping tale of obsession, deception, and the thin line between justice and madness. When every truth feels like a trap, can Hoffman uncover the killer before they strike again?

In the crumbling Kingdom of Valon, haunted by the remnants of a shadow realm long forgotten, Eleonora is an apothecary, capable of healing both bodies and souls with her unique gift. Despite being looked down upon by the many residents of the village for a crime she never committed, Eleonora spends her days brewing potions and helping those in need. So, when she comes across an injured soldier in the dead of the night, bleeding and left there to die, Eleonora doesn't think much before bringing him back to her little cottage. Her world is upended when the mysterious stranger turns out to be the Crown Prince, infamous for his cruel and merciless ways. Eleonora avoids the nobles just as fire avoids water, keeping her distance from them and, in turn, her life safe. But when Prince Callahan starts showing up everywhere she goes, Eleonora realises her days are numbered and her life span significantly reduced. After all, what could a man — rumoured to speak to wraiths haunting the shadow realm and accused of murdering his father, the last ruler, in cold blood — want from a nobody like her?