In the mystical land of Elaria, a young warrior named Kael is thrust into a battle between celestial beings and mortals. Armed with a cursed blade and guided by the mystical vision of the Fallen Queen, he must navigate treacherous alliances and face his darkest fears to prevent the world's catastrophic destruction.
The sun hung low on the horizon, casting an eerie crimson glow over the desolate battlefield of Elaria. Broken weapons and shattered armor lay strewn across the bloodstained earth, remnants of a recent clash between mortal armies and fallen angels. Amidst this grim tableau stood Kael, a young warrior with eyes that mirrored the stormy sky above, his breath ragged as he surveyed the aftermath of battle. His grip tightened around the hilt of his sword, its blade shimmering with a malevolent gleam that seemed to drink in the fading light.
Kael's armor, once gleaming with polished steel, was now tarnished and marred by the day's carnage. Blood, both his own and that of his foes, stained his hands and clothes, a grim testament to the brutality of the conflict that had engulfed Elaria. Yet, amidst the chaos, he remained steadfast, a solitary figure amidst the ruins.
As the wind whispered through the remnants of the battlefield, Kael felt a sudden chill crawl down his spine. He turned, half-expecting to see another enemy lurking in the shadows, but there was nothing; just the empty expanse of the battlefield stretching out before him. Or so he thought.
A flicker of movement caught his eye; a silhouette forming amidst the shifting shadows. Kael's hand instinctively tightened on his sword, ready to strike, but then he saw her: the Fallen Queen. She appeared as if woven from moonlight and shadows, her presence both ethereal and commanding. Her eyes, pools of starlight, bore into his soul with an intensity that made Kael's heart race.
"Kael," her voice echoed in his mind, a whisper that seemed to bypass his ears and speak directly to his consciousness. "You have been chosen."
The Fallen Queen's words reverberated through him, sending a shiver of awe and dread down his spine. He had heard tales of her; a celestial being exiled from the heavens for reasons lost to time. Some whispered she was a benevolent goddess fallen victim to jealousy; others claimed she was a malevolent spirit that sought only chaos. Regardless, her appearance now marked a turning point in Kael's destiny.
"What do you want from me?" Kael demanded, his voice hoarse from battle and disbelief.
"To save this world," the Fallen Queen replied, her voice resonating with a haunting melody. "But first, you must seek out the forgotten temple. There, our fates will converge, and the path to salvation will reveal itself."
Kael's brow furrowed with confusion. He had not sought this encounter, nor did he desire the weight of such a monumental task. Yet, as he looked into the Fallen Queen's luminous eyes, he felt a strange compulsion stirring within him; a mixture of fear and determination.
"Why me?" Kael asked, his voice barely a whisper now, filled with uncertainty.
"You wield a weapon of great power," the Fallen Queen explained cryptically. "A blade cursed by both darkness and light. Only you can unlock its true potential and tip the scales in this war."
Kael glanced down at the sword gripped tightly in his hand. The blade, forged with intricate runes that seemed to writhe like serpents in the firelight, pulsed faintly as if in response to the Fallen Queen's words. It had been a chance discovery; a desperate gamble in a forbidden temple where the echoes of ancient magic still lingered.
"And if I refuse?" Kael asked, though he already knew the answer.
"Then all will be lost," the Fallen Queen replied solemnly. "The celestial realms will fall into eternal darkness, and Elaria will be consumed by chaos."
Kael swallowed hard, the weight of her words settling like a stone in his chest. He had always been a warrior, a blade for hire in a world torn apart by celestial strife. But this; this was something beyond battlefields and bloodshed. This was a call to destiny, to become something more than just a pawn in a celestial game.
"Where is this temple?" Kael finally asked, his voice steady despite the turmoil raging within him.
The Fallen Queen's form wavered like smoke on the wind, her gaze never leaving his. "Northwest of here, beyond the Veiled Mountains," she answered, her voice fading into the whisper of the breeze. "Seek the temple, Kael. Our time is running out."
With those final words, the Fallen Queen vanished, leaving Kael alone amidst the silent echoes of war. He stood there for a long moment, grappling with the enormity of what had just transpired. Destiny, it seemed, had chosen him; a reluctant hero thrust into a battle that transcended mortal comprehension.
As night began to descend over the battlefield, Kael made his decision. Sheathing his sword with a resolute click, he turned his back on the ruins and set forth towards the northwest, towards the Veiled Mountains and the forgotten temple that awaited him beyond.
The journey ahead would be perilous, fraught with unknown dangers and ancient mysteries. But Kael knew he could no longer turn away. The fate of Elaria; and perhaps the fate of all realms...rested in his hands now.
Maria is sold to Leonardo after her father begs her to play along and act like it is against her will so that she can spy on the Sanchez family. She agrees and marries Leonardo who she has heard many terrible things about. He tortures her in many ways and she despises him. she tries to spy on him and find out his secrets but along the way she finds things that’ll traumatize her and change her view on everything. Leonardo collects Maria as a slave just so he could punish her father not knowing the entire thing was planned. Maria is kidnapped and after Leonardo saves her, she falls in love with him and they realise their feeling for each other.
New! Blurb: How does it feel to be engaged to the cause of your problems? Zaria Sterling, after being ripped off of her family’s fortune is forced to fend for herself. This is until she comes across A ruthless billionaire whom she had no idea she was in a relationship with. This is the reality Zaria faces as she realizes that she has signed her life and freedom into the hands of the devil, The one and Only Christian Ace. Title: Billionaire's Pawn Genre: Romance Trope: Marriage of convenience. Setting: 21st century. The USA. Theme: Love, Disgust, Anger. CHARACTERIZATION Zaria Sterling(23)- A 5ft2 young zealous woman, with brown hair and green eyes, working to make means for herself and her family, especially her little brother Zane, after her family land and assets were seized. In desperation she agreed to a marriage that she might regret. Christian Ace(Male lead): The most feared man in the Ace family. After a time-range task was assigned to him, Christian had to find a way to fulfill it. And fast. He is 6ft2, brown hair and eyes and 32yrs of age. Amanda Ace (side character): The most influential woman and head of the Ace family is a no-nonsense woman and doesn't take no for an answer, at least that is how she is to the outside world. But she treats her grandchildren better than anything because she adores them. She has kept the family name so high no other can attain that. Her children doubled the standards and revenue under her strict watch. But tragedy is about to strike. It doesn't faze Amanda Ace and she had made peace with that already. But she must keep the legacy running even in her absence. She devises then a plan. Lily Thompson(Villain): A 5ft8 tall lady with blonde features and blue eyes and 28years old. She is the only daughter of the Thompsons, a family competing against the Ace family. PLOT Exposition: Zaria reluctantly agreed and applied to a famous company to relieve her financial burden. During said application, she had no idea the owner of the company interviewed her. She got the job and few weeks in developed a relationship with someone she thought was an employee. Inciting incident: A few months later the relationship turned serious and though Zaria was scared, she continued the relationship until he proposed marriage to her. She was then asked to sign a contract that would warrant her leaving the marriage after a year. Rising Action: In a twist, during an unexpected visitation she embarked on to surprise her husband, she discovered what led her to believe that her marriage was built on lies and she was used as a pawn for her husband to get what he wanted. Plot Twist: Lily Thompson, the daughter of Ace's rival family decided to make advances on Christian and over throw Zaria. And he's grandmother was suddenly fueling her plans unknown to her. But unfortunately she dies. Climax: A stunning discovery revealed that her husband was not an employee but the owner of she company she worked at and also his family was the reason her father lost his land as his parents had used their influence to take it away from him, which led her to become a desperate enough to agree to the marriage. And also found out that she must have known him a few months prior to their official meeting as they met in the bar she visited months ago and slept together while drunk. But sadly due to family circumstances, she had to stay with him. Denouement: The strong bond Zaria and Christian had developed over time was strong enough to overcome what was between them including Lily who tried to sabotage their relationship. After reconciling, they decided to make their marriage official by having a wedding and surprisingly Zaria was a few weeks pregnant.
Desperate to handle her grandmother's towering medical bills, Gianna agreed to a contract marriage with Tristan, the enigmatic man she'd once shared a one-night stand with. She assumed they'd fulfill each other's needs and dissolve the arrangement once the terms expired. Unbeknownst to Gianna, this marriage was a dream Tristan had clung to for ten relentless years. Certain she was just filling someone else's role, Gianna prepared to leave when that other woman returned. But Tristan, his eyes burning with unspoken emotion, seized her trembling hand and declared, "You’re mine. Now and always."
Corinne devoted three years of her life to her boyfriend, only for it to all go to waste. He saw her as nothing more than a country bumpkin and left her at the altar to be with his true love. After getting jilted, Corinne reclaimed her identity as the granddaughter of the town’s richest man, inherited a billion-dollar fortune, and ultimately rose to the top. But her success attracted the envy of others, and people constantly tried to bring her down. As she dealt with these troublemakers one by one, Mr. Hopkins, notorious for his ruthlessness, stood by and cheered her on. “Way to go, honey!”
As a simple assistant, messaging the CEO in the dead of night to request shares of adult films was a bold move. Bethany, unsurprisingly, didn't receive any films. However, the CEO responded that, while he had no films to share, he could offer a live demonstration. After a night filled with passion, Bethany was certain she'd lose her job. But instead, her boss proposed, "Marry me. Please consider it." "Mr. Bates, you're kidding me, right?"
For ten years, Daniela showered her ex-husband with unwavering devotion, only to discover she was just his biggest joke. Feeling humiliated yet determined, she finally divorced him. Three months later, Daniela returned in grand style. She was now the hidden CEO of a leading brand, a sought-after designer, and a wealthy mining mogul—her success unveiled at her triumphant comeback. Her ex-husband’s entire family rushed over, desperate to beg for forgiveness and plead for another chance. Yet Daniela, now cherished by the famed Mr. Phillips, regarded them with icy disdain. "I’m out of your league."
Rumors said that Lucas married an unattractive woman with no background. In the three years they were together, he remained cold and distant to Belinda, who endured in silence. Her love for him forced her to sacrifice her self-worth and her dreams. When Lucas' true love reappeared, Belinda realized that their marriage was a sham from the start, a ploy to save another woman's life. She signed the divorce papers and left. Three years later, Belinda returned as a surgical prodigy and a maestro of the piano. Lost in regret, Lucas chased her in the rain and held her tightly. "You are mine, Belinda."
Melanie married Ashton out of gratitude, but she quickly found herself entangled in a web of relentless challenges. Despite these struggles, she stayed true to her commitment to the marriage. In the hospital room, Ashton indifferently attempted to draw her blood, disregarding her discomfort. This callous act was a harsh revelation for Melanie, awakening her to the grim reality of their relationship. Resolved to prioritize her own welfare, she decided to sever ties. With newfound resolve, Melanie filed for divorce. In the process, she unveiled her concealed identities, leaving everyone in shock. Throughout these turbulent times, Melanie realized that Derek, Ashton’s uncle, had been discreetly protecting her all along.