In the realm of Aegia, everyone has one chance to rise. With it comes the risk of being bound forever. Upon nearing adulthood, citizens of Aegia can choose to enroll in one of the Academies, where they are taught the ancient texts, the history of the realm, and the sacred runes handed down by the gods themselves. At the end of their time at the Academy, they face a series of tests to be sorted into two castes: 𝗔𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀, the elite rulers, advance to the top positions in their field, deciding what is built, what is destroyed, where taxes go...and who lives and dies. And 𝘀𝘆𝗹𝗿𝗮, the servants bound by magic to their Aelaris. Seen as little more than an appendage and status symbol, they spend their days following their Aelaris and living for their demands, completely devoted and content in their role. The bond is considered sacred. It prevents the Aelaris from ever harming their sylra while ensuring the sylra is happy to serve. The Rite of Ascension determines who belongs where, a process that measures worth and potential, through the power of the gods. Rian Argon-son has always believed he was destined to join the ranks of the Aelaris, working tirelessly to prove himself worthy. Meanwhile his nemesis Ileana, born into wealth and privilege, has always seen herself as a true heir to power. Their rivalry has simmered in all their time at the Academy, and now the final testing is upon them. They may be both top of their class, but ultimately the Rite of Ascension will decide everything. Both have prepared. Neither are ready. Cover by @Merlyn_Fereira

When Jay and Ryan receive a letter from their missing friend, they realize they must journey back to their hometown to find him. Unaware of the horror that awaits them, the venture off to a home they no longer remember. Cover Art by: Merlyn_Fereira Hello everyone! Major updated for anyone who's read or reading the story! After some great reviews, and a lot of push from my wife, I've decided to fully publish Graywater! I will keep you all updated with the process. There will be lots of extra story involved with the publication, check back in soon! I apologize for the parts being so long, this story was originally intended for r/nosleep but I couldn't keep the post up for more than an hour. Hope you enjoy!

Bedelia Match nació del pecado de su madre y creció en un entorno sofocantemente frío. Nacida en Aske, Danbrit, una ciudad en el que siempre es invierno. Sobrevivía vendiendo cerillas en las calles hasta que un fatídico día las abrumadoras penas que cargó durante años hicieron que perdiera el control. Dándole la oportunidad a su verdadero padre de reclamarla. Su mera existencia desafía todas las creencias y los valores que tanto la iglesia como su abuela le inculcaron. A la mañana siguiente despertó entre las cenizas de su ciudad jurando que cargaría con el peso del arrepentimiento y culpa por el resto de su vida. Todo el mundo pensó que Bedelia Match murió junto al resto de Aske. Por suerte y por desgracia, Lucian Holloway, el líder de un grupo de huérfanos que escaparon a los bosques, acoge a Bedelia en su comunidad descubriendo de inmediato que aquella chica de aspecto vulnerable era más valiosa de lo que creyó. Ahora Bedelia deberá enfrentarse a un pasado que no pidió mientras intenta seguir adelante y evitar que su padre biológico la convierta en otra marioneta que usar en sus planes. ¿Será capaz de perdonarse a sí misma o caerá en las llamas del infierno? "Amor"/fantasía ✨✨✨✨✨ Retelling de un cuento de Hans Christian Andersen. ⚠️Alerta⚠️ Romance, manipulación, tóxico, violencia, temas sensibles, daddy issues, temas religiosos⚠️ #1 En nada. #7 En menos que nada. #8 En "Acaba de pasar un arbusto rodante"

Valeria never imagined that one conversation with her father would change her life forever. In a single breath, she goes from being a free woman to a pawn in an arranged marriage-to Leandro De Luca, the cold and untouchable billionaire. But Leandro is not just a billionaire. Behind the mask of wealth and power, he hides a darker truth-one he keeps from her at all costs. At first, she is nothing more than an obligation. A deal signed in blood. But as days turn into nights, something in him shifts. Her angelic beauty, her quiet defiance, the way she unknowingly tempts him-it pulls him in, consuming him in ways he never expected. He tells himself he's in control. That she will never break through his walls. But obsession is a dangerous thing. And Valeria has no idea what kind of man she just married.