A Love Born in Shadows and Light
Serena Boulter
116,952 Words
116,952 Words
In the tranquil town of Roguesdale, an unsuspecting romance unfolds beneath the watchful gaze of a dangerous secret. Norman, a charming tutor posing as a Count's descendant, engages in innocent lesson s with a young girl named Alice, blissfully unaware that he is also the notorious Demon Lord, hiding in a fragile human form. For five long years, Norman has managed to conceal his true identity, but the specter of his past looms ever closer. As his magical essence begins to seep through the cracks of his human guise, he wrestles with an internal turmoil that threatens to expose him to the world—especially with the looming threat of The Hero, sworn enemy of any Demon Lord. Meanwhile, Abel, Norman's devoted partner, senses the growing tension as he encounters unsettling remnants of dark energy surrounding their peaceful existence. He is blissfully unaware of the truth that binds him to Norman, as his own hidden lineage remains shrouded in mystery. With the impending arrival of winter, tensions in their small community rise, prompting Abel to take precautionary measures against the wilderness and its unpredictability—which may harbor adversaries far more dangerous than mere wild animals. As Norman tries to prolong his human life for the sake of love, the intricate web of lies begins to unravel. As strange occurrences hint at an impending confrontation, both he and Abel must face their entwined destinies. Each heartbeat draws them closer to an inevitable clash between light and darkness, love and duty. Will Norman's love for Abel prove strong enough to shield them from the deadly reality of their intertwined fates, or will the arrival of The Hero shatter their fragile peace forever? In this captivating tale of hidden identities and heart-wrenching choices, the line between good and evil blurs, and love battles against an oncoming storm of betrayal and destiny.