159 Results in the "Horror" category


    • An Unexpected Reunion: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou and Claud encountering a group of bandits on the road, far from the feared Chasseurs they initially expected. Claud forces Lou to the ground, shielding her as they observe the ragged, foul-smelling men. Lou, initially dismissive of the threat, is stunned when she recognizes Bas among the bandits. His appearance has drastically changed—long, matted hair and a scar marking his face—and he wields a black blade with a hardened demeanor, a stark contrast to the boy she once knew.…
    • She Loves Me Not: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou and Reid celebrating their reunion with the villagers, sharing a quiet moment on the amber wagon’s steps while others dance and sing drunkenly around them. Their playful banter reveals their deep connection, as Reid teases Lou about her singing and she retaliates with mock outrage. The scene is filled with warmth and intimacy, underscored by their physical closeness and shared laughter. However, beneath the surface, Lou harbors a secret about Reid’s siblings’ deaths, which…
    • Red Death and His Bride, Sleep Eternal: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid, the protagonist, being prepped for a performance by Zenna, a member of Troupe de Fortune. Irritated by her heavy-handed makeup application and the oppressive atmosphere, Reid questions the absence of his mother and fellow performer Beau. The troupe has arrived in Beauchêne, a village on the outskirts of La Fôret des Yeux, where a stage has been constructed for their act. As the sun sets, Reid feels an inexplicable unease, heightened by the knowledge that this is their final…
    • The First Performance: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a vivid scene in Domaine-les-Roses, where Claud performs on a frozen fountain, playing a mandolin while the audience revels in the music. Seraphine's hauntingly beautiful voice captivates the crowd, creating an atmosphere of unearthly passion. Reid, however, remains sullen and uncomfortable in his performance attire, which includes a shirtless costume and kohl-lined eyes. His discomfort is compounded by memories of his past as a Chasseur, contrasting sharply with his current debased…
    • Blood Drops: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou witnessing a blood witch ritual called *pendency*, where Gabrielle mourns her mother’s death. The atmosphere is heavy with grief as Lou reflects on the brutal murder of Etienne Gilly, whose charred and decapitated body was left as a gruesome message. The witches reveal a pattern: victims are rumored to be the king’s illegitimate children, suggesting a targeted campaign of torture. Lou suspects her mother, Morgane, is behind these killings, possibly as retaliation for her…
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      The Fool: Reid

      The Fool: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid attempting to engage in conversation with Toulouse and Thierry, two mysterious brothers in the Troupe de Fortune. Reid’s awkwardness is palpable as he asks about Toulouse’s facial tattoo, a golden rose, which leads to an uncomfortable exchange. The brothers’ enigmatic demeanor and Reid’s lack of social finesse create tension, highlighting his struggle to feign friendship as part of his mother’s plan to defeat Morgane. Meanwhile, Madame Labelle’s efforts to befriend…
    • The White Pattern: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou and her companions, including Ansel and Gabrielle, trek through La Fôret des Yeux, searching for Etienne under a tense deadline. Lou reflects on Gabrielle’s resemblance to Reid, her half-brother, while bantering with Ansel about her potential future as La Dame des Sorcières. Their playful exchange turns serious when Ansel questions whether Lou truly wants to inherit her mother Morgane’s divine power and if she can bring herself to kill her. Lou deflects, revealing her unresolved feelings about…
    • One Step Forward: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Reid Diggory grapples with the weight of his past actions and the resentment directed at him by others, symbolized by the knife he holds—a weapon purchased from a smith who later conspired against him. The chapter opens with Reid reflecting on how his uniform and beliefs have alienated him from those around him, including farmers in Saint-Loire. His internal conflict is palpable as he acknowledges his role in the hostility he faces, setting the tone for his emotional turmoil throughout the chapter.…
    • The Missing Prince: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou, Coco, Ansel, and Nicholina journey through an eerie, sentient forest where the ancient trees seem to breathe and watch them. The atmosphere is tense as Coco reveals her aunt feeds the trees her blood to ensure their loyalty. The group presses forward, sensing the camp before seeing it, with the acrid scent of blood magic overwhelming Lou’s senses. Nicholina’s silence and the forest’s oppressive presence heighten their unease, setting a foreboding tone for their arrival. Upon reaching the camp,…
    • Troupe De Fortune: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid's unease about Lou's plan to seek refuge with Claud Deveraux's acting troupe. Despite his objections, Lou insists that Deveraux is their best chance for survival, as he had previously helped them and seems to harbor no ill will toward witches. Reid remains skeptical, noting that Deveraux's motives are unclear and that their safety hinges on trusting a stranger who knows Lou's secret. The group reluctantly prepares to leave, with Reid sensing an ominous presence in the forest—a…
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