The Snake's Kiss

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Bound by loyalty to Sauron but drawn to the light of Rivendell, Aranel is a man of contradictions. As a spy hiding in plain sight, his mission is clear: infiltrate the Elves' stronghold and deliver their secrets to the Dark Lord. But the longer he lingers, the harder it becomes to ignore the growing bond with Elladan, son of Elrond, who sees beyond his guarded smirks and cynical words.

Torn between duty and love, darkness, and redemption, Aranel must navigate a treacherous path where one false step could destroy everything. When the kiss of betrayal and the promise of hope collide, which will he choose?