Faechan

[Mature content, R18, no rape] "Who has done this to you?" Azel asked softly, his jaw tightly clenched as he stared into her teary, bright amber eyes, his fingers itching to caress her cheek.

"Tell me," he whispered, "and I will sever his head and present it to you upon a platter of gold..."

***

Her birth alone left her mother in a terribly weakened state...

Adelia, the only daughter and child of the Veldon house, was… strange. Neither her birth mother nor her beloved father, nor even the witches posing as servants in the castle knew what she truly was. Adelia herself was clueless.

She blamed herself for her mother's illness, and with each passing day, both grew worse—the affliction and her guilt.

For her mother's sake and for hers as well, Adelia willingly enters into a ruthless deal, a path to salvation that was bound to lead to her demise, one that would deny her the experience of love. Still, she didn't care for the consequences and sacrifices, for the need to cure her mother was far greater…

But fate, ever mocking her resolve, throws her onto the path of an insolent stranger, a man with the power to alter her desires...

***

Obsidian armor. Strong. Ruthless.

These three words defined a single knight, striking fear into the hearts of all who heard of him. Countless tales spoke of his exploits, yet his identity remained shrouded in mystery.

Azel Latham, the embodiment of this figure, was known by none, for his face had never been seen in battle. With a single stroke, he could fell twenty warriors in an instant.

Azel had many secrets. His presence was strange, his appearance even more peculiar. A mischievous and playful look on the outside but a shattered and enclosed heart within.

…It would not remain frozen for long, however, for an amusing encounter with a captivating woman would leave him wanting more…



**Cover art does not belong to me, credit to the artist!

The Witch's Devious Attraction

Azel did not waste time before he approached her, leaving her no space to process her thoughts or anger.

"Your reputation truly precedes you... Lady Adelia," he remarked with his usual smile which made Adelia's nostrils flare. "A fair young lady whose beauty is unrivaled in all of Dalniar."

Adelia managed a playful huff, though it sounded more like an annoyed scoff to Azel and he could only imagine why.

She managed a sweet smile. "Surely not… your Grace, I'm certain there are far more beautiful noble ladies than I am."

Azel's lips curved into a knowing smirk. "Hardly," he countered, before he quickly took her delicate right hand and planted a light kiss against her knuckles.

Adelia's body jolted slightly the moment his soft, full lips made contact with her fair skin, and an intense tingle raced down her spine.

Confusing Emotions