❤️ Nyxoria ❤️"So you really don’t know when he’s coming?" Nasa asked, her tone tinged with disbelief.Vyr shook his head, his frustration evident. "No, I don’t.""Have you told her?""Not yet," Vyr replied firmly. His gaze locked onto his daughter’s. "And you are not to tell her. Do you hear me?""Yes, Father," Nasa sighed, her shoulders slumping slightly. She stood up from her seat and began to leave but paused at the door, turning back to face him."But why her and not me?" she asked, her voice carrying a hint of bitterness. Seeing the puzzled look on Vyr’s face, she elaborated. "I mean, why would he choose her? Why not someone respectful and unselfish, someone like me?"Vyr’s expression hardened, and his tone was firm. "So, all this ranting is because you want Tharros for yourself? Listen to me, Nasa. You don’t know his history like I do. No daughter of mine will marry an insane prince."Nasa let out a frustrated huff, crossing her arms. "But he can marry Nyxoria and not me? How i
❤️ Tharros Story ❤️Tharros’s hands remained tight around Nyxoria’s neck, his fingers pressing into her skin. But when he noticed she wasn’t fighting back—wasn’t even flinching—and instead had that strange, defiant grin on her face, he froze.With a low growl, he released her, his hands dropping to his sides. He didn’t want to kill her, at least not yet. That would be too easy, too quick.But as he sat there, trying to steady himself, he couldn’t ignore the rush of heat coursing through him. Her fearless reaction, that maddening grin, the way she stared him down without a hint of fear—it stirred something deep inside him.He clenched his fists, glad he was seated, hiding the effect she was having on him. Damn her, he thought, his jaw tightening. She doesn’t even know what she’s doing to me.He hated it. By the gods, he hated it. The thoughts racing through his mind, the way his body betrayed him—it all made his blood boil."Get out," Tharros growled, his voice cold and sharp.Nyxoria’
❤️ Tharros Story (2) ❤️"I don’t understand. He has a brother?" Nyxoria asked, confusion clear in her voice."Yes," Dika replied without hesitation. "Come on, let’s go somewhere quiet to talk."Without wasting any time, the two climbed onto Penelope, who took off at a steady pace.They soon arrived at a riverbank, their secret spot, where they often came to escape the world. The girls dismounted, and Nyxoria led Penelope to graze nearby before they both sat down on the cool grass by the water’s edge.For a while, neither of them spoke, the sound of the river filling the silence, until Nyxoria finally broke it."So, how do you know all of this about Tharros’s history?""My mother," Dika answered simply.Nyxoria smiled faintly. "Sometimes I forget how old she is."Dika smirked. "You’re not the only one. According to her, the late Emperor brought Tharros to the castle when he was about three years old and announced to all the kingdoms that he was his son.""I’m guessing that didn’t sit w
❤️ The Bloodfogers ❤️"Yes, you just read my mind, Nyxoria," King Vyr said with a broad smile. "Are you sure you’re not a mind reader?" he teased lightly."I just know where this is heading before you hit the nail on the head," Nyxoria replied with a smirk.Nasa snorted loudly, rolling her eyes in an exaggerated manner. Nyxoria caught it and, without missing a beat, stuck out her tongue at her cousin before turning her attention back to her uncle."I’ll go tomorrow to check things out Uncle," she said casually. "Unlike some people seated across from me, I still have a good memory of where you and the Council of Elders pointed out in the scroll, so I’ll start there." She added."Thank you, Nyxoria. I trust you," King Vyr said.Nyxoria pushed her chair back and stood up, stretching slightly. "If you’ll excuse me Uncle, I’m tired and need to get some rest. I’ve got a long day ahead of me tomorrow.""Won’t you finish your food?" Vyr asked, concern flickering across his face as he saw Nyxo
❤️ The Bloodfogers (2) ❤️Early the next morning, before the sun had even risen, Nyxoria was already awake. She got out of bed and took a quick bath, letting the cool water clear her mind and wake her fully. Once she was done, she dressed in a pair of fitted red leather trousers and a sleeveless red tunic. The tunic was long, with slits running from her waist down on both sides, allowing for easy movement.She let her hair fall loose, brushing it carefully as it cascaded down to just above her knees. She normally didn’t pay much attention to her hair, but this morning, with the soft glow of the burning candles illuminating her chamber, she took a moment to look at it. And took hold of her late father's sword, which she strapped to her back.Satisfied with her appearance, she slipped out of her chamber, careful not to make any noise that might wake anyone else. The only ones still awake were the guards doing their night patrols, silently watching over the palace.Nyxoria made her way t
❤️ The Bloodfogers (3) ❤️ Nyxoria stiffened. "What do you mean something’s wrong?" Daisy shook her head, her expression troubled. "There’s something blocking me from seeing what I need to see," she admitted. "It’s not normal." Nyxoria’s heart pounded. "So what does that mean?" "It means I need time," Daisy said firmly. "I have to consult the Oracle to find out why I couldn’t break through… and what’s keeping your memories locked away." "So it’s going to take time?" Nyxoria asked, disappointment clear in her voice. "I thought you’d just do it now, quickly." Daisy gave her a patient look. "Nyxoria, if I rush it, I might make mistakes—important ones. And I could miss the most crucial part," she explained. "And yes, these things take time. But because of who you are and how important this is to you, I’ll do it as fast as I can." That brought a spark of hope to Nyxoria’s face. "Thank you, Daisy." "You’re welcome, Nyxoria," Daisy said with a small smile. "Is that all?" Nyxoria nodd
❤️ Tafi's Promise ❤️"So, you really think you can take us all down?" a voice echoed from the depths of the dark cave.Nyxoria crossed her arms, waiting as a woman stepped out, stopping at the mouth of the cave."Obviously," Nyxoria replied with a smirk. "Even with my eyes closed and my hands tied behind my back, I could still take all of you down."She looked at the woman from her head down to her legs, noting every eerie detail. Her veins pulsed beneath her pale skin, glowing dark red like rivers of blood flowing just beneath the surface. Runes, carved deep into her flesh, oozed faint traces of fresh blood, and her eyes glowed a menacing crimson."This is my territory," the woman snarled through gritted teeth, her expression twisted with anger. When she ran her tongue along her upper teeth, Nyxoria's eyes flickered in mild surprise at her rows of sharp dirty teeth and her tongue were like those of a serpent own.Her outfit was even more disturbing—crafted from bones, each one sharpe
❤️ Tafi's Promise ❤️Minutes passed, and the ones still standing— about 10 of them and haven't attacked her yet— finally realized they had no chance. One by one, they dropped their weapons and fell to their knees, surrendering. Nyxoria sheathed her sword back, dusting off her hands as she looked at them with a smirk. "Smart choice," Nyxoria said. "And I wasn't even putting my all into this fight," She smirked, looking down at the kneeling Bloodfogers. "I'm proud of you all." She added. She stepped forward, her boots crunching against the dirt floor. "Now, tell me where you’re keeping the hostages—or should I force it out of you?" The Bloodfogers didn’t waste a second. They scrambled to their feet and gestured for her to follow. Nyxoria did, keeping a cautious eye on them as they led her deeper into the cave. The further they went, the worse the smell became—a putrid mix of blood, decay, and something else she couldn’t quite place. Torches flickered along the stone walls, casting
❤️ Between Love and Escape ❤️Tharros Chamber:Nyxoria slowly woke up, feeling a strange warmth inside her chest, not just warmth, but strength. She felt stronger than she had the day before, like the wolf part of her had settled deeper inside, lending her more power, more energy. She turned her head and smiled softly when she saw Tharros still fast asleep beside her, his arm slung lazily over her waist.Carefully, she shifted, trying to slip out of bed, but the moment she moved, Tharros’ arm tightened, holding her in place.“Where are you going, love?” he murmured, his deep voice rough from sleep as he cracked one eye open to look at her.“Nowhere,” Nyxoria said with a small smile, brushing her fingers lightly across his arm. But before she could say anything else, the whole chamber suddenly vibrated under them. The walls trembled, the furniture rattled slightly, and then a loud noise echoed, something crashing, something breaking. Nyxoria stiffened. “Are we under attack?” she asked
❤️ Possession and Promise ❤️Dika’s heart slammed hard against her chest, each beat loud and shaky in her ears. She hadn’t expected this, hadn’t expected this talk to twist and turn into something so raw, so heated, so intense that she could barely breathe.She stood frozen, staring at him, unsure if she should move, unsure if she should speak.“I will never hurt you,” Vyrelen said softly, pulling her out of the whirlwind of her thoughts. His voice, low and rough, slid into her like a warm knife. “I told you I love you and that I will marry you. Do you really think a man out for revenge would go this far? Would go as far as wanting to bind you to him forever as his mate?”Dika’s throat tightened, her hands clenched slightly at her sides. She opened her mouth, her voice trembling. “I…I believe you, Vyrelen.”The breath Vyrelen let out was sharp and deep, like he’d been holding it for hours. Slowly, the wild, writhing shadows in the room began to sink back into his skin, pulling away fr
❤️ A Heart Torn in Two ❤️Dika didn’t sleep at all that night. She tossed and turned on her bed, her eyes wide open in the dark. Even though she had acted like her mother’s words didn’t bother her, deep down, they had hit her hard.She kept thinking and thinking, her mind spinning in circles. What was her mother’s story? Why had her mother looked so worried, her face tight with fear? Was it true? Was Vyrelen just playing with her, pretending to love her when, in reality, he didn’t care at all?The more Dika thought about it, the more restless she became.At one point, sometime in the middle of the night, she almost stood up to go back to the castle right then. But she forced herself to stay put. No, she would wait for morning. She needed her strength.When dawn finally came, she sat down and ate as much as she could. She ate until she was sure her body was full, because she knew that if there was even the smallest chance her mother was right, she would need every bit of energy she had
❤️ Before She Returns ❤️“What did she say to you?” Ora’s voice came softly, but Nyxoria could hear the eagerness hiding underneath. It was clear Ora was hungry to know what she and her wolf dragon beast was talking about.Nyxoria let out a slow breath. “I… I couldn’t really understand what she was saying,” she answered honestly. She didn’t want to lie about it, not now. The only thing that stuck in her mind was that Nevera had said she had made a wrong choice. But no matter how hard she tried to pull at the memory, it stayed hazy, slipping through her fingers like water. She knew it must be tied to that night, that night when her parents had brutally died. Something had happened, something important, and she was sure she had missed it.Nyxoria rose slowly to her feet, brushing dust from her clothes.“That’s how they are,” Ora said gently, stepping closer. “They speak in riddles and parables, and most times, their chosen ones don't understand. At least, not at first.” she added.Nyxor
❤️ Mark Of Obsidian ❤️"You can go," Queen Lynn said, waving her hand like she was brushing away something unimportant.Lady Bana gave a respectful bow and turned to leave, but she hadn’t taken more than a few steps when Queen Lynn’s voice floated after her, stopping her in her tracks."What about Daisy? Has her brain finally been reset?"Lady Bana paused, keeping her back turned for a second before slowly facing the Queen again with her head slightly bowed. "No, my Queen," she answered quietly.Queen Lynn clicked her tongue and shook her head, walking slowly to her bed like she was dragging the weight of memory with every step. "You do know that if Daisy hadn’t had a change of heart at the very last moment, you wouldn’t be where you are today, right?" she said with a strange kind of calm in her voice. "You would be serving under her, just like that obedient little Noah and that Fefe of a girl who always follows you around."Lady Bana's fingers curled into fists at her side, and her f
❤️ A Dance Upon Fate’s Blade ❤️Vampire Kingdom: Queen Aurora Chamber:Queen Aurora had been quiet all through the journey back to her palace. She had kept a calm face, not letting anyone know what was going on inside her. It was only when she finally stepped into the safety of her chamber and closed the heavy door behind her and removed her boots that she allowed the flood of thoughts to crash into her.She leaned her back against the door and closed her eyes for a moment, breathing in slowly. King Oberon was dead. No matter how many times she said it to herself, it still felt like a lie. Like maybe she was dreaming and would wake up any moment.First, it had been High King Laka and his wife, Queen Lynn. Now Oberon too. One after the other, they were falling.Aurora opened her eyes and began to slowly walk around her chamber, her bare feet making soft sounds on the cold floor.“What is happening?” she muttered under her breath. “Is it the sins of our past coming back for all of us?”
❤️ Cracked Shell, Shattered Truths ❤️“You don’t understand, Dika,” Queen Ashani said, her voice calm but serious, trying to make her daughter see reason. “I honestly thought you’d be smart enough to figure things out on your own, but now, now I’m starting to wonder if you’re even using your head at all.”Dika’s eyes narrowed, her chest rising and falling as she tried to keep her emotions steady. “Mother, whatever it is you’re trying to do right now, just stop it. Please. This thing you’re trying to plant in my heart, the doubt, the confusion, it won’t work. I won’t let you mess with what Vyrelen and I are beginning to have. If something happened between the two of you, that’s your business. I don’t want to know, I don’t need to know. Don’t drag me into it. Leave me out of your past mistakes.”Queen Ashani didn’t flinch. "What if it involves Nyxoria? Do you still think you will be her friend if she comes to know the truth?"That made Dika pause. Her heart skipped a beat. “What does Ny
❤️ Queen Ashani ❤️Queen Ashani Palace: Dika's RoomDika blinked a few times when she saw where they had ended up. It wasn’t the Emperor’s grand castle, it was her mother’s palace, and more specifically, her own chamber.She turned to Vyrelen, a bit confused. “Wait… I thought we were going straight to the Emperor’s castle. Why are we here?”Vyrelen raised an eyebrow, a small playful smirk tugging at the corner of his lips. “And here I thought you’d get angry if I dragged you off to that huge castle, my chamber, instead of bringing you home. Aren’t you happy I’m finally thinking with my head, for once?”Dika rolled her eyes and pushed herself slightly away from him, realizing she’d been leaning on him without even noticing. She cleared her throat and looked around awkwardly.“Whatever. Thanks… for bringing me home,” she mumbled. "You can leave."Vyrelen just shrugged casually and leaned against the door like he owned the place. “I never said I was leaving.”She frowned. “What do you me
❤️ Daisy, the Unbroken ❤️An Unknown Place:The room was dim and cold, with barely enough light to see the stone walls. Daisy was still chained, slumped quietly in the corner like a broken doll someone had forgotten. The air smelled like dust and iron.Lady Bana appeared without warning, her dark dress swaying slightly as if it had caught the wind, even though there was none. She walked slowly, her presence filling the room like a heavy fog.Noah, who had been standing near the wall with folded arms, straightened quickly when he saw her. He hadn't expected her to come here.“My Lady,” he said, trying to hide the nerves in his voice. “Did Oberon win?”Lady Bana didn’t answer with words. She raised her hand slowly, like she was pressing something in the air, and in an instant, Noah’s hands flew to his throat. He began to choke, clawing at something invisible wrapped around his neck.“Does this look like my happy face to you?” she growled, her voice sharp and angry. Her teeth were clench