Scales of Control

Scales of Control

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In the decaying, industrial labyrinth of Murkmire, the line between protection and possession is dangerously thin. Eva thought she knew desperation. She thought she understood what it meant to be lost. But nothing could have prepared her for Taleen. An imposing, predatory Argonian crime lord with eyes like molten gold and a touch that feels like both salvation and ruin. His obsession consumes her, binding her to him with chains both literal and emotional. His love is possessive, suffocating, twisted-yet irresistibly intoxicating. But Eva's soul craves freedom, and her eyes keep drifting toward the shadows where another Argonian lingers. Sivath, a figure shrouded in mystery and quiet power. His presence is a promise of something beyond Taleen's iron grip-a promise of rebellion, desire, and forbidden hope. Torn between the violent passion of her captor and the gentle allure of a savior, Eva finds herself trapped in a web of manipulation, lust, and dark secrets. Taleen's love feels like drowning, but surrendering to Sivath's quiet strength might be the only way to breathe again. But some chains aren't meant to be broken. And sometimes, the most dangerous monsters are the ones you can't bring yourself to leave. ⸻
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