Shadows Of Flames: Tales Of The Forbidden

Shadows Of Flames: Tales Of The Forbidden

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Introduction

She was meant to end him. He was meant to break her. But some forces are older than hatred, stronger than vengeance.... and far more dangerous than love.
Captured and enslaved by the Silvercrest Pack, Princess Myra has only one goal: destroy the pack and leave it in ruins.
But from the moment Alpha Arthur's icy gaze settles on her, her world spirals into darkness.
As she plots his downfall, Myra suddenly finds herself swept into a dangerous web of power, deception and a passion that was never meant to be.
What happens when the line between love and hate blurs, and she realizes that the greatest threat isn't him.... but herself?

Chapter 1

“I knew from the very start you were wrong for me" he murmured softly into her hair.

His words sliced through her like a blade, splitting her heart in two.

“Then why? Why didn't you leave me when you could?" She questioned, tears clouding her eyes.

Arthur cupped her face, lifting it gently, forcing her to meet his gaze. The golden fire in his eyes swirled with something she never thought he was capable of feeling.

“Because I can't stay a day without you" His voice was rough with longing. “I need you"

Myra swallowed back the tears rising in her chest and moved away. “But you can't have me. You know it. I know it"

For some seconds, the sounds of fire crackling in the hearth filled the space between them.

“Don't say that" he said after a throbbing silence.

“Why?" Her voice was a whisper but he heard the word clearly. “Why can't you accept the truth—"

“Because it isn't the truth!" He shouted, and when a pained look flashed in her eyes, he repeated in a mellow tone. “The truth is the passion between us Myra. You can't deny what you feel for me"

She covered her ears. “No. You shouldn't tell me this"

He strode toward her and removed her hands. “I should tell you because I mean it. I could burn the world for you" he admitted. “But would you even stay to watch it burn?"

Myra pulled free of his restraining hands and turned away. “No I wouldn't. I don't need you to burn anything because there's nothing to fight for. What's between us may be pure but fate and probably the whole world is against it. We were doomed from the start Arthur" she said desperately, twisting her hands.

He stubbornly refused to concede it. “I don't believe that for even a second. You're mine Myra, mine. No fate, no prophecy, no curse will ever take you from me"

“Then you are a fool, Arthur" she whispered. “Because it already has"

AUTHOR'S NOTE:

Hello dear readers! I’m beyond excited to share my first werewolf romance with you. It’s been an incredible journey to bring these characters and this world to life, and I’m so grateful for the chance to share it with you. Writing this story has been a learning experience, filled with challenges and excitement, and I can’t wait for you to experience the twists and turns ahead.

This story is all about emotions, power struggles, and unexpected love. The characters are going to face many challenges, and as they do, they’ll grow and learn. Their relationships—whether intense, complicated, or tender—are what make this story special, and I hope you connect with them as much as I have.

Though this is my first adventure into werewolf romance, I’ve poured my heart into every scene, and I hope that shines through. The world-building has been such fun, and I’ve tried to create a setting that’s both magical and full of danger. I want you to feel immersed in this world as you follow the characters’ journeys.

Your feedback is incredibly important to me. Please feel free to leave your thoughts, comments, or reviews—your support and engagement inspire me to keep writing and push myself further with each chapter.

Thank you again for joining me on this journey. I’m excited to see where this story takes us, and I hope you’ll stick around for the next chapters. Your support means the world, and I’m so glad to have you as part of this adventure.

Stay tuned for more chapters, and thank you for being here!

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