1214 Results in the "Fantasy" category


    • Two Named Wrath and Envy: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid, a Chasseur captain, training rigorously in the yard, his frustration evident as he reflects on his recent failure to capture a witch. His shirt remains on, a self-imposed punishment, while his comrades train shirtless. The memory of Célie’s disappointment and the escaped witch weighs heavily on him, fueling his anger. His longtime friend and fellow Chasseur, Jean Luc, provokes him with taunts about the incident and Reid’s interactions with a thief, testing Reid’s…
    • A Mutually Beneficial Arrangement: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou wakes in the attic of the Soleil et Lune theater, disoriented and in pain from her injuries—a broken nose and swollen fingers—sustained the previous night. The noise from the matinee performance below reminds her of the urgency to relieve herself, but her bloodstained dress and battered face complicate her plans. She attempts to disguise herself with a hat and spectacles from the costume racks, though her injuries make changing impossible. Concern for her friend Coco lingers, but Lou focuses on her…
    • A Clever Little Witch: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou wakes up feeling physically and emotionally drained, haunted by nightmares and the memory of her near-death experience on her sixteenth birthday. As a witch destined to die for her people, she had accepted her fate—until a last-minute change spared her life. Now, she grapples with lingering trauma, evident in her swollen eyes and the scar at her throat. Her husband, Reid, and his friend Ansel check on her, but Lou brushes off their concern, masking her vulnerability with sarcasm and irritation.…
    • La Vie Éphémère: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou and her husband arriving at the theater, where the affluent crowd engages in a social spectacle rather than focusing on the performance. Lou reflects on the irony of their attendance, as she and her husband are dressed impeccably—she in a gold embroidered gown and he in his finest Chasseur coat—yet their presence unsettles the elite. Despite their polished appearance, Lou retains her guarded demeanor, keeping her hood up and a ribbon to conceal her scar, while her husband’s…
    • Blood, Water, and Smoke: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou waking up in an intimate embrace with Reid, her husband, which flusters her as she realizes her nightgown has ridden up during the night. Their playful banter sets a lighthearted tone as Reid prepares for training, but Lou insists they attend the Saint Nicolas Day festival instead. She eagerly describes the festival’s delights, particularly the food, and insists on buying Reid a gift despite his protests. Their dynamic is affectionate and teasing, showcasing their growing…
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      Of My Home: Lou

      Of My Home: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou and Reid return to Chasseur Tower after a harrowing encounter, where Lou faces intense questioning from the constabulary about her injuries. Frustrated by their skepticism, she angrily displays her bruises, prompting Reid to expedite their departure. Lou reflects on recent losses—Andre, Grue, and likely Monsieur Bernard—while also grappling with her strained relationship with Coco. Despite the turmoil, she finds solace in Reid’s presence, savoring his comforting scent and the warmth of his hand…
    • Witch Killer: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou consumed by guilt as Reid carries Estelle’s unconscious body back to Chasseur Tower, refusing to speak to her. The Chasseurs eagerly prepare a mysterious injection, which Reid administers to Estelle without hesitation, leaving her lifeless on the ground. Lou watches in horror as Estelle is dragged away in chains, her self-loathing intensifying with each moment. The weight of her betrayal is underscored by the repeated mantra of "witch killer," echoing in her mind as she breaks…
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      Soul Ache: Lou

      Soul Ache: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou awakens to find Reid, her witch hunter husband, watching over her after she collapsed from an unexplained illness. The moonlight reveals his exhaustion, and she notices he had been holding her hand while she slept. Despite this tender moment, Lou is conflicted, recalling how Reid burned Estelle, a witch, at the stake—a death she indirectly caused. Disgusted with herself and Reid, she remembers their irreconcilable roles: a witch and a witch hunter bound in a marriage that can only end in tragedy.…
    • A Time for Moving on: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou suggesting an outing to Reid, who has been observing her unusual behavior since her return from the infirmary. She appears distracted, her eyes flickering as if watching something unseen, and her fingers twitching nervously. Reid worries about the influence of a troubled patient, Monsieur Bernard, who is kept sedated and chained to prevent self-harm. Hoping a change of scenery might help, Reid agrees to accompany Lou, though he remains cautious about her unpredictable…
    • The Guest of Honor: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with King Auguste hosting a grand ball to honor Reid for saving his family from a witch attack. Lou, the narrator, reflects on the irony of celebrating Reid’s success, as his failure would have spared her from her own dire predicament. Despite her reservations, she acknowledges Reid’s heroism, even as she grapples with her conflicted feelings about his actions. The scene sets a tone of tension and dark humor, with Lou’s internal monologue revealing her sharp wit and underlying…
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