After an accident, Imara, a 28-year-old plus-size black woman, ends up in a strange rainforest world from a bittersweet novel she read. This wild jungle is full of mysterious and dangerous beastmen, just like the stories she used to read.
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As I laid eyes on King Calum, I couldn't help but be struck by his imposing yet captivating presence. His was like a character out of a myth - He was as Bai Qingqing described a handsome giant youthful in the face with honey blonde hair, green-gray eyes, and distinctive golden stripes adorning his face.
Standing at 7 and almost a half of feet, he was a towering figure among the leopard and other beastmen. Like Hercules.
It felt like gazing upon a silent and gentle giant, but the powerful aura he exuded left no doubt that he was a king, a demigod - a ruler with a potent combination of strength, intelligence, and authority.
The unspoken understanding was clear - cross paths with him or his tribe, and you'd find yourself facing a force to be reckoned with.
In that moment, I couldn't help but exclaim, "Sweet Baby Jesus," as the unexpected encounter with this remarkable king unfolded before me.
When I say the man was a vision, I don't think I could put it into words properly.
As Bai Qingqing patted Parker and exclaimed, "Wait, Imara fell, Turn around, Parker"
Harvey and Gabriel rushed to help me up, Memi looked at me with concern, and said, "My goodness Imara be careful."
Amidst the inquiries about my well-being, with concerned voices asking, "My love, are you okay?" and "Imara, are you alright?" from Gabriel and Bai Qingqing, I couldn't help but remain captivated by the presence of the majestic King Calum.
The unexpected encounter had left me momentarily breathless, struggling to find the right words to speak at the awe-inspiring sight before me.
Parker walked up and asked, "Are you alright?" My gaze shifted between him and Calum, and I couldn't contain my surprise.
I blurted out, "Parker, that's your Daddy?!!!" He looked at me as if I were crazy, while Memi started giggling.
Parker responded with a casual, "Yeah, don't we look alike?"
Meanwhile, in my mind, I couldn't help but shake my head in disbelief. I muttered to myself, "Boy cub, ain't no way."
Trying to articulate my thoughts, I added, "I mean, you're cute and all, but your daddy... Oh, my God. Praise the Beast God." The unexpected revelation added a humorous touch to the unfolding scene.
Parker pouted, "But we do look alike, I'm just as handsome."
I bent my head down, started shaking it back and forth, patted my chest, and sang a song from the Hercules movie.
"From Zero to Hero, a major hunk! Zero to Hero, who'd have thunk?" I continued with a theatrical hand gesture, singing, "Who put the glad in gladiator? Her-cu-les!" and added a contemplative hum.
Bai Qingqing said, "Imara...." as she flushed and hid her face.
As I looked back at King Calum, I couldn't help but express my admiration, stating, "That man is so beautiful."
