In a world of vampires and werewolves, Princess Ashina of Zuih and Prince August of the Leaden Kingdom find themselves in a forbidden love amidst rising tensions. As their kingdoms prepare for war, Ashina's curse threatens to unleash a new evil. With alliances tested and battles fought the fate of their realms hangs in the balance. In Shadows of Fate, love, power, and sacrifice collide in a captivating tale of destiny and the eternal struggle between darkness and light.
Ashina was a werewolf princess who lived in the beautiful city of Zuih, which was a haven for both werewolves and humans alike. The city was surrounded by tall walls that protected its inhabitants from outside threats and ensured that the people inside were safe and secure. Zuih was a peaceful and fun place to live, and it was filled with beautiful parks, colorful buildings, and friendly people.
Ashina loved her life in Zuih. She had everything she could ever want or need, and she was loved and respected by her people. As the princess, she had many responsibilities, but she always found time to have fun and enjoy her life. She loved exploring the city, meeting new people, and learning about the world around her.
One of her favorite things to do was to spend time in the parks. Zuih had many beautiful green spaces, with tall trees, sparkling fountains, and colorful flowers. Ashina loved to run through the parks, feeling the wind in her fur and the sun on her face. She loved to play games with her friends and explore all the hidden corners of the city.
Another thing that made Zuih such a fun place to live was the festivals. The city celebrated many different events throughout the year, each one more exciting than the last. There were music festivals, food festivals, and even a festival where everyone dressed up in costumes and danced through the streets. Ashina loved to attend these festivals with her friends and family, and she always had a great time.
Despite the peace and fun in Zuih, Ashina knew that there were still dangers in the world. She had heard stories of other cities where werewolves and humans were not accepted and were hunted down by those who feared them. But in Zuih, everyone was equal, and everyone was safe.
Ashina was proud to be a werewolf princess in such a beautiful and peaceful city. She knew that her people were happy and content and that they could live their lives without fear. As she ran through the parks and danced in the festivals, she knew that she was living in the best place in the world, and she wouldn't want to be anywhere else.
The peace and fun in Zuih lasted for many years until one fateful night when dark clouds covered the sky, and a storm began to rage. Ashina knew that something was wrong. She could feel it in her bones, and she could hear the howls of the wind echoing through the city. She knew that danger was coming, but she didn't know what it was.
Suddenly, she heard a loud crash. She ran to the city's walls and was horrified to see that they had been torn down. Vampires were pouring into the city, attacking humans and werewolves alike. Ashina knew that she had to act fast to protect her people.
She howled loudly, and all the werewolves in the city answered her call. They gathered around her, ready to fight to protect their home. Ashina led the charge, running towards the vampires with all her might. She used her sharp claws and teeth to fight the vampires, and her werewolf strength and agility made her a formidable opponent.
But the vampires were too many. They had come in large numbers and were determined to destroy Zuih. They fought with savage brutality, using their fangs and claws to tear their way through the city. The werewolves fought valiantly, but they were overwhelmed by the vampires' sheer numbers.
Ashina watched in horror as her people fell one by one. She fought with all her might, but she knew that she couldn't win this battle alone. She howled again, calling for help from any other werewolves who might be nearby. But there was no answer.
Finally, Ashina was surrounded by vampires, and she knew that this was the end. She closed her eyes, ready to accept her fate. But just as the vampires were about to strike, a bright light illuminated the city. Ashina opened her eyes and saw that a group of powerful witches had arrived.
The witches began to fight the vampires with their magic, and their spells were powerful enough to hold the vampires back. Ashina and the remaining werewolves fought alongside the witches, and together, they managed to push the vampires back.
Finally, the battle was over. The witches had saved Zuih, and Ashina was grateful for their help. But she knew that the vampires would be back, and next time, they would be even stronger. She vowed to do everything in her power to protect her people and keep them safe from harm.
As the storm clouds began to clear, Ashina looked out at the city she loved. It was damaged, but it was still standing. She knew that there was a long road ahead, but she was determined to rebuild Zuih and make it even stronger than before. The future was uncertain, but Ashina was ready to face it, no matter what challenges lay ahead.
Ashina was running through the park, enjoying the sun on her fur and the wind in her face when she noticed something strange. Dark clouds were gathering on the horizon, and they were moving toward the city. Ashina's instincts told her that this was not a natural storm. She felt a sense of unease, and her heart began to race.
As she ran towards the city, she saw that the clouds were getting closer, and she could now see figures moving within them. The figures were large and bat-like, and Ashina realized with horror that they were vampires. She had heard stories of vampires, creatures that were the mortal enemies of werewolves, but she had never seen one before.
As she raced towards the city, she saw that the walls of Zuih had been torn down, and the vampires were pouring into the city. People were screaming and running in all directions, and Ashina knew that she had to act quickly if she wanted to save her people.
She leaped into action, using her powerful werewolf strength to knock down vampires left and right. She could feel their cold breath on her fur, and she could see their sharp fangs glinting in the moonlight. She fought with all her might, but she knew that she could not take on the entire vampire army alone.
She needed help.
She ran through the streets, calling out for her people to join her in the fight. And slowly, the werewolves of Zuih began to rally. They joined her in the battle, fighting side by side against the vampires. But even with the help of her people, the vampires were too many, and they seemed to be gaining the upper hand.
Just when all seemed lost, Ashina saw something that gave her hope. A small group of humans had joined the fight, armed with silver weapons that could harm the vampires. The humans had always been friendly to the werewolves, but they had never before fought alongside them.
With renewed strength and determination, Ashina and her people fought back against the vampires, and together they pushed them back, driving them out of the city. As the sun began to rise on a new day, Ashina looked around at the destruction that the vampires had caused. The city was in ruins, and many of her people were injured or dead.
But despite the devastation, Ashina knew that they had won a great victory. They had fought together, werewolves and humans, and they had protected their city from the vampire threat. But as she looked at the dark clouds on the horizon, she knew that this was only the beginning of the battle. The vampires would be back, and they would not rest until they had destroyed Zuih and all those who lived there.
With a heavy heart, Ashina knew that the city would never be the same again and that the peace and fun that she had once known would now be a thing of the past. The dark clouds hung over Zuih, and the werewolf princess knew that the battle had only just begun.
They don't know I'm a girl. They all look at me and see a boy. A prince. Their kind purchase humans like me for their lustful desires. And, when they stormed into our kingdom to buy my sister, I intervened to protect her. I made them take me too. The plan was to escape with my sister whenever we found a chance. How was I to know our prison would be the most fortified place in their kingdom? I was supposed to be on the sidelines. The one they had no real use for. The one they never meant to buy. But then, the most important person in their savage land-their ruthless beast king-took an interest in the "pretty little prince." How do we survive in this brutal kingdom, where everyone hates our kind and shows us no mercy? And how does someone, with a secret like mine, become a lust slave? . AUTHOR'S NOTE. This is a dark romance-dark, mature content. Highly rated 18+ Expect triggers, expect hardcore. If you're a seasoned reader of this genre, looking for something different, prepared to go in blindly not knowing what to expect at every turn, but eager to know more anyway, then dive in! . From the author of the international bestselling book: "The Alpha King's Hated Slave."
Betrayed by her mate and sister on the eve of her wedding, Makenna was handed to the ruthless Lycan Princes as a lover, her indifferent father ignoring her plight. Determined to escape and seek revenge, she captured the interest of the three Lycan princes, who desired her exclusively amid many admirers. This complicated her plans, trapping her and making her a rival to the future Lycan queen. Entwined in jealousy and vindictiveness, could Makenna achieve her vengeance in the intricate dance with the three princes?
Lindsey's fiancé was the devil's first son. Not only did he lie to her but he also slept with her stepmother, conspired to take away her family fortune, and then set her up to have sex with a total stranger. To get her lick back, Lindsey decided to find a man to disrupt her engagement party and humiliate the cheating bastard. Never did she imagine that she would bump into a strikingly handsome stranger who was all that she was currently looking for. At the engagement party, he boldly declared that she was his woman. Lindsey thought he was just a broke man who wanted to leech off her. But once they began their fake relationship, she realized that good luck kept coming her way. She thought they would part ways after the engagement party, but this man kept to her side. "We gotta stick together, Lindsey. Remember, I'm now your fiancé. " "Domenic, you're with me because of my money, aren't you?" Lindsey asked, narrowing her eyes at him. Domenic was taken aback by that accusation. How could he, the heir of the Walsh family and CEO of Vitality Group, be with her for money? He controlled more than half of the city's economy. Money wasn't a problem for him! The two got closer and closer. One day, Lindsey finally realized that Domenic was actually the stranger she had slept with months ago. Would this realization change things between them? For the better or worse?
Madisyn was stunned to discover that she was not her parents' biological child. Due to the real daughter's scheming, she was kicked out and became a laughingstock. Thought to be born to peasants, Madisyn was shocked to find that her real father was the richest man in the city, and her brothers were renowned figures in their respective fields. They showered her with love, only to learn that Madisyn had a thriving business of her own. "Stop pestering me!" said her ex-boyfriend. "My heart only belongs to Jenna." "How dare you think that my woman has feelings for you?" claimed a mysterious bigwig.
Ava Adler was a nerdy omega. People bullied her because they thought she was ugly and unattractive. But Ava secretly loved the bad boy, Ian Dawson. He was the future Alpha of the Mystic Shadow Pack. However, he never gave a damn about rules and laws, as he only liked to play around with girls. Ava was unaware of Ian's arrogance until her fate intertwined with his. He neglected her and hurt her deeply. What would happen when Ava turned out to be a beautiful girl who could win over any boy, and Ian looked back and regretted his decisions? What if she had a secret identity that she had yet to discover? What if the tables turned and lan begged her not to leave him?
"You're mine, little puppy," Kylan growled against my neck. A soft gasp escaped my lips as his lips brushed my skin. My mind screamed at me to push him away-the Lycan Prince who had humiliated me again and again, but my body betrayed me, leaning into him before I could stop myself. He pressed his lips against mine, and his kiss grew more aggressive, more possessive as I felt my legs weaken. What was I doing? In a split-second, I pulled away and slapped him hard across the face. Kylan's eyes darkened, but the smirk on his lips exposed his amusement. "You and I both know we can't fight this, Violet," he said, gripping my wrist. "You're my mate." "And yet you don't want me," I replied. "You told me you were ashamed of me, that l'd never be your queen, that you'd never love me. So please, accept my rejection and let me go." "Never," he whispered, his grip tightening as he pulled me closer. "Soon enough, you'll be begging for me. and when you do-I'll use you as I see fit and then I'll reject you."