He was sent to learn from the king. He ended up unraveling him. Slowburn, longing, and the kind of tension that leaves scars. ✦•···················•✦•···················•✦ King Cassian rules Montverne with quiet grace and unshakable control. He speaks softly, moves precisely - a presence shaped and scarred by a tragedy. When Nikandros, crown prince of Dioneth, is sent to observe him and learn by example, it seems like nothing more than a political courtesy. But Nikandros is defiant by nature - reckless, sharp-tongued, and far too charming for his own good. He tests the rules, the patience of the court, and the composure of the king. But when Nikandros glimpses Cassian in a moment of raw vulnerability, something shifts. The distant figure the Prince imagined becomes achingly real - and far harder to resist. Between lessons, intrigue, and unspoken desire, both will come to realise that true learning goes far beyond what can be taught within the castle walls. After all, some lessons are learned through experience - and others through the heart. Date of publication: 04/03 - #1rst - Heartfelt (04/29) 🥇 ✦•···················•✦•···················•✦ 🥀This story was inspired by Laurent and Damianos (Captive Prince). Any resemblance is not a mere coincidence. 🥀 ‼️WARNING‼️: This story does not explore controversial themes as found in the book; however, it is intended for a mature audience. It features explicit sexual content, strong language, violence, manipulation, torture.

𝐵𝑜𝑜𝑘 𝐼: 𝐼 𝓌𝒶𝓃𝓃𝒶 𝒷𝑒 𝓎𝑜𝓊𝓇𝓈 series. ---------- When Mark, a reserved and self-assured loner, unexpectedly reunites with Josh-the man he shared a mind-blowing kiss with seven years ago-his carefully constructed walls begin to crumble. What starts as a tense encounter in a nightclub spirals into an unforgettable turn of events for Mark. Can he navigate this intoxicating pull, or will it lead to a downward spiral he can't escape?

Twenty-five years old Noah Sanders will do anything to save The Sanders House Orphanage. Literally anything--even turn into a terrifying scaly monster and rip off a few heads . . . That's why Noah is pretty sure of himself when he agrees to play boyfriends with the arrogant billionaire, Cole Zieglers. And Noah's job is pretty easy too! All he has to do is smile at some fancy parties, act like he's head over heels for Cole and make sure Cole's ex gets jealous. Sounds simple, right? Absolutely not! Not when the ex in question is Everest Ross--tall, dark, handsome and way too sexy for Noah's peace of mind. Everest clearly can't get over Cole and now Noah can't get over his own attraction to Everest, even when Everest seems to loathe his very existence. Then a murder rocks the glittering wedding they're all tangled up in, and suddenly Noah's playing a much more dangerous game. Stuck between Everest's cold fury, Cole's lies and a twisted murder investigation nobody asked for, Noah is just trying to survive. But with every stolen glance and biting word, it's not just his freedom on the line--it's his goddamn heart. Highest Ranking : #3 in whodunit out of 2.47k stories! (22/10/2024)

In the magic-bound kingdom of Eldoria, power means survival. Nineteen-year-old Aiden possesses a rare gift-healing. To the world, it's a blessing, but to him, it's a curse. It's draining and painful, leaving him constantly exploited by those stronger than him. In a realm where magic is a weapon and kindness a weakness, Aiden endures it all by keeping his head down and his heart closed. But everything changes when a fateful encounter with a dark, enigmatic prince disrupts the fragile balance of his life. What starts as pure hatred between them slowly twists into something even more dangerous and consuming-desire. Driven by a restless curiosity to uncover the true nature of the power running through his blood, Aiden is thrust onto a journey that challenges everything he thought he knew about magic, survival, and the cost of a forbidden love.

If you love the epic worldbuilding of 𝘓𝘖𝘛𝘙, the dark intrigue of 𝘎𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘛𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴, the monster-hunting grit of 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘳, and the soul-deep romance of 𝘖𝘶𝘵𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳, then this story is for you. --------------------------------- He's a battle-hardened knight; she's from the modern world. He survived horrors; she was shielded from them. His body and soul bear scars, but she still believes in wonders. He seeks redemption and peace, and she craves true love. Forgotten forests, cursed kingdoms, and a bond neither of them chose. Together, they must face ancient evils, unravel lost magic, and survive enemies in both shadow and light. Discover if love can truly banish the darkness in this thrilling, emotional tale! ⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎ "Omg... I've never been so invested in a story!" "The story is so captivating and engaging that I couldn't put it down." "The characters are incredibly well-developed!" "It reminds me of Tolkien's lost kingdoms and the mysterious allure of Arthurian and Celtic legends." *********************** 🏆 The Cliffhanger Queen by The Hidden Gem Awards 2024 ************************ 💎 FEATURED ON: @WackyWriters - "Our Judges' Favorites" @Romance - "Slow Burn" and "The Para-Romantasy Experience" @Fantasy - "Dark Fantasy" and "Serialized Spotlight" @highfantasy - "Fair Verona - Romantic Fantasy" @Ambassadors - "Para-Romantasy" @DaturaCommunity - "The Lavender | Fantasy" *********************** Highest Rankings: 🌟 #1 in Dark Fantasy Romance - 13/10/2024 🌟 #1 in War Drama - 16/10/2024 🌟 #1 in Medieval Fantasy - 14/03/2025 🌟 #2 in Portal Fantasy - 05/11/2024 🌟 #3 in Medieval - 02/12/2024 🌟 #4 in High Fantasy - 05/08/2024 🌟 #4 in Empowerment

[[2x WATTPAD FEATURED STORY]] Leandra Sienna Macheras is the daughter of the city's Godfather, the leader of the most powerful mob family in town. But her world is shaken as a new criminal organization, known as The Hydra, rises to challenge her family's dominance. Headed by five men who quickly rose in the underground ranks, The Hydra is determined to dismantle the Macheras' empire and rebuild the city under their rule. What they don't expect is the undeniable pull of Sienna, whose allure becomes a weapon none of them can resist. As Sienna begins to see the dark truth behind her father's regime and confronts the desires she's long suppressed, she and her friends switch sides-teaming up with The Hydra to overthrow the old guard. Together, they set out to remake the city's criminal underworld... and enjoy every dangerous, thrilling moment of it. This is mainly a reverse harem, but it's not the sole focus. It's a character-driven story of moral grayness. It also delves into themes of human trafficking, abuse, sexual violence, and others (see warnings below). Yet it also explores friendships, families, and LGBTQ+ scenes and storylines. So prepare for one hell of a ride. "Sorry, darling, I get a little jumpy when I see snakes in my grass." ------- WARNING: THIS STORY IS INTENDED FOR AUDIENCE OVER 18. IT CONTAINS ⧳ Violence (and lots of it) ⧳ Sexual Content (even more of it) ⧳ BDSM ⧳ Alcohol and drug consumption ⧳ Explicit Language ⧳ Scenes of human and child trafficking ⧳ References to sexual violence, child abuse, pedophilia, and animal abuse ------- Started: 08/29/2024 Draft Complete: 01/28/2025 ------- 🥉 Romance Category | Harvest Festival | Astania Awards 2024

A morally lost elven who is forced to work as a killer, has been waiting for a target that will finally get her killed. She just might get her wish this time. - • - Desa is bound by a powerful enchantment to a man he hates and he's been making her do his dirty work for years. As she feels her chains getting tighter and tighter, the order for a new target comes; 'Kill Aksel Cairn.' When resisting the enchantment that binds her body is impossible, what lengths will she go to prevent herself from harming the only man that has ever tried to help her? Time is ticking and a promise of death is almost upon them.

Olivia Walters and Jake Rhodes have no choice but to survive in the hands of a delusional thief/ abductor. He takes what he wants when he wants. Well, objects that is, until one night things go awry and he is forced to do the unthinkable. One late night, sixteen-year-old Olivia Walters awakens to the sound of gunshots. Fearing the worst, she panics and runs downstairs only to be stopped by the sight of her parents lying lifeless on the foyer floor. They had just returned from a late night movie when they walked in on the masked thief turned murderer. A gasp escapes her lips, forcing the man to look up and see her. With fear coursing through her cold veins, she tries to run only to be caught by him. In the midst of his stronghold around her neck, she pleads for her life and promises not to tell the police. This sparks an idea in him. If she does talk he'll get sent to prison so to prevent that from happening, he takes her from her home. The home he was burglarizing. The same home he murdered her parents in. "I always take something with me. Just think of yourself as my personal souvenir." He whispers lustfully into my ear, making the hair on my neck stand up. Un-edited. *Please remember this story is fiction so some things may seem unrealistic* Rated PG-13 for Mild Violence, Mature Content, and Strong Language © Copyright All Rights Reserved 2014. As of 9/24/14 Random #18 Teen Fiction #95