716 Results with the "Romance Novel" genre


    • A Question of Pride: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid and Lou sharing an uncomfortably intimate night in a cramped dormitory bed. The tension between them is palpable as Lou struggles to sleep, her movements and proximity driving Reid to distraction. Despite his restraint, Reid reluctantly joins her in bed after she insists, their forced closeness igniting a mix of irritation and unspoken attraction. The awkward silence between them underscores the unresolved tension, with Lou’s playful teasing and Reid’s guarded responses…
    • 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…
    • Monsieur Bernard: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou and Reid enjoy a playful and intimate morning at the Saint Nicolas Festival, reveling in their newfound connection. Lou reflects on her last night in the attic and her decision to leave Soleil et Lune, embracing Reid as her new home. Their banter is lighthearted and flirtatious, with Lou teasing Reid about his past judgments of her, calling her a "heathen." The couple’s chemistry is palpable as they share sweet moments, like Lou licking icing off Reid’s fingers, showcasing their growing comfort and…
    • Ye Olde Sisters: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou experiences a profound emotional shift upon hearing Reid’s declaration of love, which fills her with warmth and hope despite her fear as a witch. She believes his love will transcend her identity and protect her, but her moment of joy is interrupted by the Archbishop, who accuses her of deception. He dismisses her feelings as an act, insisting she cannot truly care for Reid. Tension rises as Lou edges toward a hidden knife, sensing danger, while the Archbishop quotes scripture, labeling her a serpent…
    • Secrets Revealed: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with chaos as witches attack a panicked crowd, with Lou's mother standing ominously amid the turmoil. The Archbishop protects Lou while battling the witches, including Fate, who is wounded but not deterred. Reid emerges, killing a witch with his Balisarda, and pulls Lou to safety. Despite their efforts, more witches appear, and Lou loses sight of her mother. The Archbishop orders Lou and others to barricade themselves in the Tower, but Lou resists, demanding to fight. Reid and the…
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      Oblivion: Lou

      Oblivion: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Lou awakens disoriented, feeling the throbbing pain in her throat and the movement of the floor beneath her. Ansel’s voice cuts through her haze, urging her to wake as chaos erupts around them—a witch’s laughter, crashing debris, and Reid’s desperate struggle. Lou realizes Reid is losing the fight, weakened by an incomplete antidote. The room is in ruins, and the witch toys with Reid, exploiting his sluggish movements. Despite her own dizziness and weakness, Lou knows she must intervene to save…
    • Beating a Dead Witch: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Reid stands in the aftermath of a violent confrontation, surrounded by the wreckage of his room and the corpse of a witch. The scene is marked by blood, destruction, and the lingering stench of magic. Despite his hatred for witches, Reid is haunted by thoughts of Lou, the witch he once loved, whose absence leaves him feeling empty. He struggles to reconcile his duty as a Chasseur—a witch hunter—with his unresolved emotions, refusing to acknowledge the depth of his attachment to her. Ansel confronts…
    • Hell Hath No Fury: Reid Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Reid returns to his destroyed room, determined to find Lou after her disappearance. Aware of her skills as a thief, he knows she could be anywhere, but the presence of Chasseurs in the city complicates his search. The lingering magic in his room distracts him, fueling his urgency as he fears for Lou’s safety. He considers her possible hiding places, including the theater and Pan’s patisserie, but worries she may have fled Cesarine altogether. Ansel, his companion, suggests seeking help from…
    • The Soul Remembers: Lou Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou waking paralyzed in her mother Morgane’s arms, trapped in a troupe wagon. The scent of eucalyptus triggers traumatic memories as Morgane reveals she has drugged Lou with a paralytic, mocking her helplessness. Lou realizes they’ve left the city, and Morgane taunts her with plans to burn Lou’s husband, Reid, during Modraniht—a sacred holiday involving sacrificial rituals. Lou’s fear intensifies as Morgane hints at her role in the ceremony, emphasizing her inevitable fate…
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