It's based on a story of an orphan with the mask of Destiny
In the heart of the ancient city, where shadows danced across cobblestone streets and whispers lingered in the air like secrets, lived a mysterious emperor known only as "The Masked Sovereign." His rule was shrouded in enigma, his identity concealed behind an ornate mask that never left his face.
Legend had it that The Masked Sovereign derived his power from a magical artifact embedded within the mask-an artifact that granted him unparalleled wisdom and influence. The people spoke of him in hushed tones, and his presence loomed large over the empire.
In a humble village on the outskirts of the city, a young orphan named Alaric dreamt of a life beyond his meager existence. His days were spent in toil, his nights beneath the flickering light of a single lantern. But fate, with its unpredictable twists, had a different plan for him.
One day, as Alaric navigated the bustling marketplace, his gaze fixed upon a curious shop adorned with exotic masks of all shapes and sizes. An old shopkeeper, wise and weathered, stood at the entrance.
"Step closer, young one," the shopkeeper beckoned, his eyes twinkling with a knowing gleam. "Behind every mask lies a tale, and yours is yet to unfold."
Intrigued, Alaric approached the array of masks. His fingers brushed against one in particular-a mask adorned with intricate patterns and an air of regality. As he lifted it, a strange warmth coursed through his veins, and a vision flashed before his eyes.
The Masked Sovereign, standing atop a grand throne, gazing into the horizon with a mixture of sorrow and determination. Alaric felt a connection, an unexplainable link that transcended the boundaries of time.
Determined to unravel the mystery behind this vision, Alaric sought answers from the enigmatic shopkeeper. With a knowing smile, the old man revealed, "That, young one, is the Mask of Destiny. Legends speak of its ability to reveal the path that intertwines the fates of emperors and commoners alike."
Embracing his newfound purpose, Alaric purchased the mask and ventured into the heart of the city, where destiny awaited like a concealed dance in the shadows.
As Alaric navigated the intricate web of palace intrigue and societal complexities, he discovered that behind the mask of The Masked Sovereign lay not only power and authority but also vulnerability and the weight of choices made in solitude.
Little did he know that his journey was just beginning, and the Mask of Destiny held secrets that could shape the destiny of an empire.
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."
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"Mr. Evans, please maintain some dignity. Don't forget I'm your brother's wife!" Having caught her husband and best friend together in the bed, Elena wanted nothing more than to exact revenge on the people she once called family. She refused to be a pitiful divorcee and vowed to make everyone who had once looked down on her beg for forgiveness. And to start with her newfound freedom, Elena indulges in a one-night stand with a stranger. However, what was meant to be a fleeting escape turns into a nightmare when she learns that the stranger is none other than her husband's older brother! Would Elena be free from the shackles of her marriage? Or would the mysterious stranger make her life a living hell since he seemed to have a personal vendetta against his family? [The story is 18+ and involves mature content.]