Carlisle, the future King of Denopis, possesses extraordinary powers that set him apart from any being in the Divine Lands. However, despite his innate potential, he finds himself facing unforeseen challenges that he never anticipated.
When an ominous dark force begins to envelop the realm, leaving destruction in its wake, Carlisle's world is thrown into chaos. The Council, desperate for a solution, forces him into an arranged marriage, with Lorelai, a cunning daughter to the alpha of the second-largest pack in his kingdom.
As Carlisle navigates this unexpected alliance, he returns to his childhood home, driven by the need for answers. There, he discovers Erryn, his destined mate. She is the one person who grounds him. Yet her human nature places her in danger, making her vulnerable to the dark forces closing in. Unbeknownst to Carlisle, Erryn conceals secrets that could shatter their bond and change the course of their lives entirely.
As the truth begins to unravel, Carlisle is forced to confront the unknown, grappling with the choice of protecting Erryn and sacrificing his happiness in the process. As he fights to shield Erryn and their homeland, he must also confront the terrifying reality behind the dark force threatening them. Time is running out, and every decision carries the weight of devastation.
As Claire aims to leave her oppressive stepfamily behind, she befriends Zion. Will he be her ticket to freedom or a distraction in achieving her dreams?
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Claire Olsen has had a crush on Zion Petrakis since the first time she laid eyes on him, but he never noticed, instead only having eyes on the school's it girl, Maddie Jennings. Knowing she couldn't compete with Maddie, Claire hid her feelings for Zion, satisfied with admiring him from afar. However, when a series of events led Claire closer to Zion, her feelings for him grew from infatuation to love. And despite fighting hard to keep her feelings contained by distancing herself from Zion, he was determined to show her that he's earned a spot in her life.
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