In the realm of Nyxoria, where the boundary between light and darkness is as thin as a whisper, Mia's life has always been a mystery. Raised by a loving family in the human world, she knows little about her true origins, save for the strange pull she feels toward the unknown. As her seventeenth birthday approaches, an unsettling sense of change stirs within her-an awakening to a power she cannot yet comprehend. Unbeknownst to her, forces from the supernatural world are closing in. Vampires and werewolves, bound by ancient rivalries, are drawn to her like moths to a flame. But Mia's true heritage is far more complex than either side realizes, and the secrets of her past could alter the fate of all seven realms. Caught between two worlds-one she knows, and the other that could destroy her-Mia must navigate the dangerous path ahead, with only her instincts to guide her and the dark promise of her awakening power hanging over her.
****Prologue****
In the realm of Nyxoria, a kingdom where creatures of darkness and light coexist lived a family of vampires. The king and queen, Enzo and Meira, had long awaited the birth of their first child. When the day finally arrived and their daughter, Zahra, came into the world, it seemed like the perfect moment of joy and happiness.
But fate had other plans.
As the newborn baby lay cradled in her mother's arms, a messenger burst into their chambers with urgent news. We've been hit, he gasped, his voice filled with fear. Enzo's heart dropped as he realized what this meant. Their enemies, the werewolves of the neighboring kingdom, had launched a surprise attack on their city and their defenses were crumbling.
Enzo and Meira knew they had to act fast to protect their precious daughter. With heavy hearts, they made the painful decision to send Zahra away to the human world, where she would be safe from the impending war. They sought out the powerful witch, Amari, whose magic was legendary throughout the land.
Amari nodded solemnly as she listened to their plea. She began to weave her spells, channeling ancient energies to bind Zahra's vampire powers and disguise her as a human. The air crackled with magic as a portal opened before them, shimmering with a bright light. Enzo and Meira kissed their daughter one last time, tears streaming down their faces, before placing the necklace of protection around her tiny neck.
As Zahra was whisked away through the portal, the world seemed to blur and fade around them. The sounds of battle grew louder, echoing through the castle halls. Enzo drew Seraphina close, holding her tightly as they prepared for the final stand against their enemies.
I love you, Meira whispered, her voice filled with love and sorrow.
Enzo's heart ached as he gazed into her tear-filled eyes, knowing that this could be their last moment together. With a fierce determination, he braced himself for the inevitable clash that awaited them outside the gates.
And as the forces of darkness descended upon them, Enzo and Meira stood side by side, ready to face whatever fate had in store. In that moment of chaos and uncertainty, their love burned bright like a beacon in the night, giving them strength to endure whatever trials lay ahead. And though their world was shattered and their future uncertain, they knew that as long as they had each other, they would face whatever challenges came their way with courage and unwavering resolve.
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?
Accused of murder, Sylvia Todd's mother was deemed a traitor by the entire pack, condeming Sylvia to live the rest of her life alone in humiliation as a lowly slave. All she wanted to do was to prove her mother's innocence somehow, but fate never seemed to be on the side of the traitor's daughter. Still, Sylvia never lost hope. As the future lycan king of all werewolves, Rufus Duncan possessed great power and status, but he had an inexplicable reputation for being cruel, bloodthirsty, and ruthless. Unbeknownst to everyone, he had been cursed long ago to transform into a killer monster on every full moon. Even though fate did not always look upon the two, it brought Sylvia and Rufus together as each other's destined mates. Will justice be served for Sylvia's mother? What about Rufus' secret? Can Sylvia and Rufus defy all societal norms and stay together? Will these two unlucky souls have their happy ending?
"Never let anyone treat you like shit!" I learned that the hard way. For three years, I lived with my in-laws. They didn't treat me as their son-in-law but as a slave. I put up with everything because of my wife, Yolanda Lambert. She was the light of my life. Unfortunately, my whole world came crashing down the day I caught my wife cheating on me. I have never been so heartbroken. To have my revenge, I revealed my true identity. I was none other than Liam Hoffman—the heir of a family with trillions of dollars in assets! The Lamberts were utterly shocked after the big reveal. They realized what fools they had been for treating me like trash. My wife even knelt down and begged for my forgiveness. What do you think I did? Did I take her back or made her suffer? Find out!
Janet was adopted when she was a kid -- a dream come true for orphans. However, her life was anything but happy. Her adoptive mother taunted and bullied her all her life. Janet got the love and affection of a parent from the old maid who raised her. Unfortunately, the old woman fell ill, and Janet had to marry a worthless man in place of her parents' biological daughter to meet the maid's medical expenses. Could this be a Cinderella's tale? But the man was far from a prince, except for his handsome appearance. Ethan was the illegitimate son of a wealthy family who lived a reckless life and barely made ends meet. He got married to fulfill his mother's last wish. However, on his wedding night, he had an inkling that his wife was different from what he had heard about her. Fate had united the two people with deep secrets. Was Ethan truly the man we thought he was? Surprisingly, he bore an uncanny resemblance to the impenetrable wealthiest man in the city. Would he find out that Janet married him in place of her sister? Would their marriage be a romantic tale or an utter disaster? Read on to unravel Janet and Ethan's journey.
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.
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."