🏰 Pyxis - Not So-Happy Ever Afters
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What's a fairytale without charming princes, elegant princesses, loyal sidekicks, and a kiss to seal their happy ever after? What if a happy ever after never comes? For centuries, Pyxis's ninety-nine kingdoms each had a curse to prevent them from happy endings. Whether frozen hearts or crashed ships, it doesn't stop the exception few from trying. Even though they know they're only running towards their demise, it exceeds waiting for their demise to come eventually. Would curses be broken if twins from underwater caves surfaced or girls turning to stone ran away? Through a collection of short stories, learn about the tales of every corner of Pyxis searching for a happy ever after through love, friendship, and a deeper meaning
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Hunchbacks don't get love. They get ridicule and scorn. That suits Wyrn just fine. As the son of a warlord, he resolves to die earning his father's respect in a tournament instead. The plan backfires and he's forced to marry a princess against his will. She's 18, beautiful, and suspicious. There is no way a king would give away his ONLY child to a random man much less a hunchback. Something must be wrong with her. And so, Wyrn decides to give her back. The only problem? She won't let him.
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