159 Results in the "Horror" category


    • Something New: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter depicts an emotionally charged moment between Lou and Reid as they grapple with grief and self-acceptance. Lou reflects on Reid's troubled past, acknowledging how few people have genuinely loved him—including his adoptive father, the Archbishop, who recently died. Despite Reid's flaws and their complicated history, Lou recognizes his deep need for love and comfort. Their embrace becomes a sanctuary as Reid processes his loss, revealing his fear that the Archbishop would have hated him if he'd…
    • Trial by Fire: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Reid and Lou, disguised to evade detection, prepare to infiltrate a convoy to escape their pursuers. Lou insists Reid target a poor farmer’s wagon, but he refuses to prey on the weak. She argues survival demands pragmatism, directing him to a different wagon while she targets a gilded carriage nearby. Reid is hesitant, overwhelmed by the risks, but Lou reassures him with a plan: pose as an injured traveler, gain entry, and use magic if necessary. Despite his moral reservations, Reid recognizes the…
    • The Drowning: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou and Reid narrowly escape pursuit in the city, with Lou showcasing her expertise in evasion by breaking their pursuers' line of sight. They find refuge in a backstreet in East End, where Reid, visibly shaken, collapses into Lou’s lap. As they recover, Lou reveals she has sent allies—including a rat named Charles—to gather their group and secure rooms at an inn called Léviathan. Despite the danger, Reid remains determined to speak with King Auguste, even as Lou warns him of the futility and risk,…
    • Madame Sauvage’s Cabinet of Curiosities: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou and Reid, fleeing from Manon’s warning, take refuge in Madame Sauvage’s Cabinet of Curiosities, a bizarre shop filled with oddities like stuffed rats, animal skulls, and butterfly wings. The atmosphere is eerie, and Reid is visibly unsettled by the strangeness of their surroundings. Lou, focused on evading capture, insists Reid disguise himself with a wig, but he resists, sparking tension between them. Their argument escalates as Lou accuses Reid of hypocrisy for using magic when it suits him while…
    • A Change of Plans: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Reid stands outside Léviathan, grappling with a torrent of emotions as painful thoughts about Lou consume him. He reflects on their fractured relationship, haunted by the realization that Lou’s condition will worsen and their life together will be fraught with chaos. The betrayal cuts deep, as he recalls how she dismissed his sacrifices—his love, protection, and even his family. Anger and hurt intertwine, leaving him questioning whether their entire bond was built on lies. Despite his lingering love…
    • The King’s Court: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid navigating underground tunnels, distracted by a persistent rock in his boot. His irritation is compounded by Beau’s casual demeanor and reminiscences of past rendezvous in the tunnels. Madame Labelle, a former brothel owner, joins their banter, teasing Beau about exaggerated rumors of his exploits. The playful tension between the trio sets a lighthearted tone, though Reid remains visibly annoyed, both by the physical discomfort and Beau’s antics. Madame Labelle escalates…
    • Pride Goeth Before the Fall: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou, the protagonist, is consumed by anger and isolation after being abandoned by a significant figure (likely Reid) without explanation. She drowns her frustration in whiskey while observing others in the tavern—Ansel, Coco, and their companions—laughing together, which only deepens her sense of alienation. The group watches her warily, as if she’s a ticking time bomb. Lou reflects on their fractured relationship, convinced she only gave him the truth he demanded, yet he left anyway. Her worry for…
    • Proper Knights: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid awakening in a disoriented and drugged state, struggling to focus on the face of Auguste, who stands over him. Reid's limbs feel unnaturally heavy, and his wrists burn with pain. Auguste forces a bitter substance down his throat, causing Reid to vomit repeatedly. As his senses gradually sharpen, Reid recognizes Auguste's wolf-like features and realizes he and Madame Labelle have been injected with a drug, likely hemlock, meant to subdue them. The scene is tense, with Chasseurs…
    • The Last Note: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou and Reid arrive at a bar feeling relieved after Morgane's absence during the Archbishop’s funeral procession, despite the cryptic notes burning in Lou’s boot. Their lighthearted banter is interrupted by the tense atmosphere in the room, where La Voisin and Blaise’s factions sit apart, frustrated by the lack of action. Coco, Ansel, and others act as buffers, while Claud’s arrival with a skull-shaped mask sparks unease. The group debates their next move, with Coco suggesting using Lou and Reid as…
    • Coco’s Vision: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou reflecting on Reid’s horrified reaction, which solidifies her resolve to save Célie at any cost. The group, a mix of witches, werewolves, and huntsmen, is tense as they debate Morgane’s ominous ultimatum: rescue Célie by midnight or her heart will be eaten. Jean Luc, desperate and clutching notes revealing Célie’s abduction, insists on immediate action, while Beau warns against walking into a trap. The blood witches, La Voisin and Nicholina, threaten Jean Luc,…
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