The Grand Duchess of Belcourte
IILosersII
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  • Parts 15
  • Time 3h 7m
IILosersII
Ongoing, First published Oct 23, 2022
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//This story is 18+ and has sexual and mature themes, read at your own risk//

Sienna Lynar is the eldest daughter of the Count of Fordona, she is a brilliant, talented young woman, known for her beauty, grace, and generosity. The House of Lynar is known as very generous and kind people towards the subjects of their County, and they have all lived happily for many decades. That is, until the Royal and Aristocratic factions have split. The County is now in peril and on the verge of bankruptcy because of threatening factors, and as such, Sienna goes to the Duke of Belcourte, Nathaniel Avery, for his help as his father made hers a promise many years prior during the war.
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A Royal Bloodletting

9 parts Complete Mature

When Elara, a dedicated historian with an insatiable curiosity for the supernatural, stumbles upon a hidden castle shrouded in mystery, she unlocks the door to a world she never imagined. Within its ancient walls resides a reclusive vampire family led by the formidable matriarch Isolde, her enigmatic son Adrian, and the fierce and alluring Lina. Drawn to the castle's secrets and to Adrian's undeniable charm, Elara becomes entwined in a forbidden romance that defies centuries-old traditions. As tensions rise between the human intruders and the secretive vampire council, Elara makes a daring choice that alters her destiny forever-embracing the darkness to become one of them. But ancient grudges and hidden enemies threaten to shatter the fragile peace she's worked so hard to build. As Elara navigates the treacherous politics of the vampire elite, she must harness newfound powers and confront her deepest fears to protect those she loves. With alliances tested and loyalties questioned, she discovers that the path to unity is fraught with peril and sacrifice. A Royal Bloodletting is a captivating tale of love, courage, and the enduring struggle between two worlds. Join Elara as she challenges the rigid traditions of the vampire council, forges unlikely friendships, and discovers that the most potent weapon against darkness is the light within her own heart.

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