Liora has spent years doing everything she can to protect the only family she has left-her younger sister. But when danger closes in, she's taken by a man she doesn't understand and has every reason to fear. Nyx, the mysterious Lord of the Midnight Pines. To the rest of the kingdom, he's a monster who lurks in the shadows. To Liora, he's her captor. Yet beneath the towering pines, nothing is as it seems. The more time she spends with Nyx, the harder it becomes to ignore the truth hidden behind his cold exterior-or the strange bond growing between them. As forgotten magic stirs and long-buried secrets begin to surface, Liora discovers that the Midnight Pines may be the only place keeping her alive. But some truths come at a price, and the darkness closing in won't stop until it claims everything she's destined to become. A slow-burn fantasy romance featuring enemies-to-lovers tension, shadow magic, found family, ancient secrets, a mysterious soul bond, and a love worth starting a war for. 🌙 Welcome to my little corner of Wattpad! This story is still a work in progress, so you'll be reading it as I write it. Comments, theories, reactions, and constructive criticism are always welcome-I genuinely read every single one. If something doesn't make sense, feels rushed, or you catch a typo, let me know! I'd love to improve the story with your help. Most importantly, have fun, scream at the plot twists, fall in love with the characters (or yell at them-I probably will too), and enjoy the journey. Thank you for being here! 🖤 © 2026 Payten Holliman. All rights reserved. This story may not be copied, reproduced, or distributed without permission.

This story starts with a pretty graphic assault scene. Please, check your triggers or message me if you are unsure and we can chat about if this is appropriate for you. A woman accidently summons a demon who is bound to her by her blood. This is a Dark paranormal romance, heavy on the triggers and the smut. 18+ Only! I'm posting this story as I write it, so please bare with me. Some chapters may take longer than others 🖤 #2 in Parnormal Romance #2 in Dark Fantasy #2 in Demon Romance #1 in Demon

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Abused by her insane mother. Accused of killing her father. When the truth is uncovered, Val's sent to a BoardingSchool for others like her, she should be happy, especially as she finds her mate. But can she be happy with a war on her hands?