paws and claws damascus

Su Qinglan sat cross-legged on the grass, holding the chubbiest tiger cub she’d ever seen. “Aww… Look at you,” she whispered, booping its tiny nose. “So cute I could eat you up...” A sudden shadow loomed over her. “What’s so good about this stinky cub?” a deep, amused voice asked. She blinked up… and froze. Towering above her was a tall tiger beast man, his golden eyes narrowed in a lazy, predatory smile. “Let’s have ours,” he said. Su Qinglan’s brain short-circuited. … Ours? OURS?! Before she could process, in the next moment she was hoisted up onto his broad shoulder like a sack of grain and carried straight toward the cave. Su Qinglan was so choked by the suddenness of it all… she forgot to even complain. *** Su Qinglan’s knees knocked together as she stared up at the enormous serpent. Its cold, red eyes narrowed, the flick of its tongue tasting the air between them. “D-Don’t eat me,” she stammered, hugging herself. “I...I’m not tasty… really, I’m stringy and full of… uh… bad cholesterol.” The snake’s head lowered until it was mere inches from her face. Her fox ears twitched wildly. And then, before she could blink...its massive body shimmered, scales turning into bronzed skin and lean muscle. Standing before her was a man so breathtakingly handsome that Su Qinglan’s poor fox eyes watered just looking at him. Su Qinglan swallowed hard, her tail fluffing up in panic. “I… I…” Her voice cracked. Okay, new problem… the snake is hot. She squeezed her eyes shut. “If you… if you really want…” She blurted, her face burning, “…y-you can… take me.” *** One moment Su Qinglan was fighting with the zombie king with all her might. Boom! The next, she woke up in a bizarre beast world… inside the body of a lazy, pampered, fat local tyrant everyone hated. The “original” Su Qinglan had been an arrogant, scheming villainess who spent her days bullying weaker beast women, chasing after handsome males, and terrorizing the tribe kids. Now, thanks to fate’s twisted sense of humor, Qinglan had inherited the body and the bad reputation. But honestly? Being fat in a beast world was still better than starving in the apocalypse. At least here, she could eat. The only problem? In this world, men weren’t just men, they were beastmen. Tall, strong, dangerous… And apparently, every beast woman was expected to have several husbands. The catch? The “original” Qinglan’s antics had scared away every decent male within a ten-mile radius. Armed with her apocalyptic survival instincts, a sharp tongue, and a mysterious system that suddenly activated... "Binding with host…" "Congratulations, host, for successfully arriving in the beast world." Qinglan decided she wasn’t going to cry about fate. If she had to live here, then she’d live big, literally.

When two supernatural abominations get involved one wonders what will be the fate of their love. As they fight for both personal acceptance of whom they are and an acceptance of their proposed union. Princess Joan for one is wanted dead or alive by every supernatural clan on earth (witches, werewolves, vampires and lastyl heretics) for fear of what she might become and for greed of power. It is true that being an heretic comes with such great dark powers but it was also a myth that a pure heart will be able manifest with these powers and the world will still be safe. No one is willing to give her chance to prover herself worthy accept one man.... Lucas also an abomination but of a more rare type swore an oath to Princess Joan to keep her safe even at the cost of his life without having a full knowledge of what he was about to go into. With time his loyalty will be tested and things became more difficult when he began to discover some truth about himself. He may have started his life as soldier but things will change when royal blood was identified in him. It was at this point that the guardian himself also needed someone else to keep him safe. with the politics for the throne still a deciding factor in what fate holds for them, how the world will also accept two royal supernatural abominations is still yet to be seen. ******* The book cover is nor for me. Real credit goes to the original owner.

In the shadowy confines of an inherited Victorian house, a struggling college biology student seeks a roommate to ease financial woes—only to welcome Miko, a enigmatic cat girl hybrid fleeing a mysterious past. What begins as innocent cohabitation spirals into a whirlwind of primal instincts and forbidden passions. As Miko's heat cycles ignite electric tension, their playful encounters evolve into steamy, claw-marked nights of dominance and submission. Blending fantasy, erotica, and emotional depth, Claws of Desire explores the intoxicating pull of animalistic urges in a world where hybrids blur the lines between human and beast. Perfect for fans of spicy roommate romances with a feline twist.

Three young men from very different homes, just coming into their own sexuality, bond at a time when information about homosexuality is scarce to the average teen. Their strong connection cannot survive high school and heartache, however, and their triangle collapses under the weight of prejudice and a need to escape.<br><br>Ten years later, Tucker is bitter and hurt by all the tragedy in his life since those long ago happier days. Reclusive, somewhat animalistic, and completely content to stay that way, he’s brought up short by an unexpected confrontation with the past and feelings that won't stay buried.

Two years after her husband's demise, Jade's mother found a new boyfriend. She insisted they moved into the man's mansion and although Jade was not too cool with that, she reluctantly followed her mother, as she had swore to do whatever that would make her happy, since it happened that everybody including Jade's mother blamed Jade for her father's death. Jade had thought she would just live in the mansion lowkey, and kept to herself till her mother got tired of the man or she finished school and be allowed to move out. But something else awaits Jade at the mansion. The son of her mother's boyfriend, Andrew, was the popular, handsome guy in college that she had been crushing on, since her first year. Jade had a serious, quick decision to make. It was to end her almost lifelong crush for the son and keep her promise to her suicidal mother. But that won't be easy for her, as on the night of Andrew's twentieth birthday, he grabbed her roughly yet sweetly, and whispered into her ear that she was his mate.

Myohan, a very normal and boring student, has a secret that he cannot tell anyone. He can turn into a cat! But one day, that 'man' appeared out of nowhere and tells him how to cure this! He must find others who can also turn into animals. There are 12 out there who turn into each of the animals of the zodiac! But as he finds them one by one, he starts to remember the things he had forgotten about one by one...

DROPPED! DROPPED! DROPPED! Ariella Thorn , Earth's ruthless corporate queen, ruled an empire built on ice and ambition. Her reign ended not in a boardroom, but in a shattered glass of expensive wine. Hours earlier, a hidden dossier, delivered by a trembling private investigator, had detonated her life: Seraphina, her childhood best friend, was the true daughter of Mariella and Garron Thorn. Ariella had been a stolen child, a pawn in her adoptive mother Marielle Thorn's greedy, vengeful scheme. Betrayed, broken, and utterly alone, Ariella died due to poisoning . In her final moments, a crescent-moon necklace, a souvenir from a forgotten journey, pulsed with a chilling, electric blue light. ​She awoke on Elyndor as Lyria Snowpelt, a rare and enchanting Moonlight Nekolet, she discovers a world full of opportunity and danger and with a golden finger she is determined to reclaim her life and build an empire, Lyria enters the cutthroat business where she will make enemies, friends and build an empire in a society where power is measured by claws, contracts, and cunning. Snipet: Lyria was suddenly pushed against the wall in the dark hallway on her way to clear her head from the alcohol. She raised her head only to see a pair of purple misty eyes. "Zaryon" He placed his nose beside her neck "I heard you are getting engaged soon, what about me?" The smell of alcohol drifted to her nose "are you drunk?. I thought you agreed to just be friends when I wanted to take responsibility" "I take back on my words you should take responsibility" saying this he kissed the lips that has been in his mind ever since that incident.

The hum of the coffee shop was like any other a blend of clinking cups, hushed conversations, and the soft swish of the barista’s apron as they moved behind the counter. Adrian strode in, his sharp gaze barely flicking toward the order board as he walked past the line of people. His mind was preoccupied, his phone held firmly in one hand, eyes scanning through an email from his company’s legal team. He was too distracted by his thoughts to notice the petite figure standing in his path until it was too late. A gasp broke through the air, followed by the unmistakable sound of liquid splashing. Adrian's body jerked, the scalding hot coffee sloshing onto his dark gray suit just as his phone flew out of his hand. “Shit!” came the voice, soft but hurried, as the person in question scrambled to steady their own coffee cup and avoid more damage. Adrian barely had time to react as a small figure stepped back, eyes wide with panic. "I.I’m so sorry!" The voice trembled, and Adrian finally looked up to meet the wide, apologetic eyes of the person who had crashed into him. His gaze softened as he saw the clear panic on the other person’s face. The person in front of him was a young man slender, with messy dark hair and a few stray strands falling into his face. His eyes, a warm shade of brown, flicked nervously from the coffee splattered on Adrian’s suit to Adrian’s face. His lips parted in a silent apology as he clutched the coffee cup, looking for something to say, but the words seemed to fail him. Adrian’s frown deepened, his suit already ruined, but the surprise of the moment faded quickly. He tilted his head slightly, giving the man a once-over. "Are you alright?" Adrian asked, voice calm yet with an edge of amusement, despite the ruined suit. He reached for the napkins on the counter to dab at the coffee stains. The guy blinked rapidly, as if processing Adrian’s question. “Yeah, I... I mean, yeah, but oh god, your suit! I’m so sorry, I wasn’t paying attention!” His hands fluttered in the air awkwardly as he stepped forward, his movements frantic. Adrian couldn’t help but let out a small chuckle, shaking his head. “It’s fine, really. I’ve had worse.” His voice held a quiet authority, but something in his expression softened. He took a breath and added, “Not the first time something like this has happened.” The young man Kai, as Adrian now saw on his name tag bit his lip and exhaled a shaky breath. "I'm so embarrassed. I swear, I’m usually more careful." He finally seemed to calm down a little, though his nervousness lingered. Adrian couldn’t resist. “Seems like you’re a little distracted. What’s going on in that head of yours?” Kai blinked again, almost flustered. "Huh? Oh. Just... life, you know?" He laughed awkwardly, rubbing the back of his neck. “Work stuff... which is apparently bad luck today.” He pointed toward the stain on Adrian’s suit, his fingers twitching nervously. Adrian’s eyebrow arched. “Work stuff, huh? What do you do?” Kai hesitated for a moment. “Uh... marketing. At... uh, a company. Not nearly as cool as... whatever it is you do.” Adrian chuckled again, shaking his head. “I’ll say this, though: I’m not in the marketing game. I’m actually... not great with people, so let’s just say you got me at a good moment. A coffee spill’s the least of my problems today.” His voice was smooth, almost teasing as he finally took in Kai’s nervousness. Kai looked embarrassed but a little relieved. “Well, if it helps, I’ll pay for a new suit?” “Too much of a hassle,” Adrian replied. “But you do owe me a drink. How about we get one sometime this weekend?” Kai blinked, clearly caught off guard. “Wait, you mean... after spilling coffee all over you?” Adrian smiled, a sly glint in his eyes. “Well, if you’re willing to make it up to me, why not?” Kai’s hesitation was palpable, but there was a playful curiosity there now, his shoulders relaxing as he gave a half-hearted laugh. “I’ll be honest, I wasn't expecting that...

Growing up in poverty, Nikolai struggles daily to survive. The long-awaited day of the selection for the Northern Bear Tamers approaches, but his wounds are too deep to be hidden. If he is not chosen, only death awaits him. Despite his remarkable luck and skill, each day is a new torment. Alongside his loyal companion, he faces powerful enemies — strong enough to threaten even the wyverns. As if that weren't enough, a new enemy emerges on the horizon, bringing with it the harbinger of the apocalypse — and the destruction of everything Nikolai knows.

"I, Zes Xander, reject you, Knox Everett, as my mate, the King of werewolves and Alpha of Silver Moon Pack." As those words left my mouth, tears fell all over my face. Knox looked shocked. To break a mate bond he should accept it. "I do not accept it," he replied with a blank, emotionless. But his eyes held a lot of emotions I couldn't do anything. I trusted him. I trusted him easily. I trusted him even after all I got from everyone I trusted was a betrayal. Why do I do the same mistake every time?