griselda pollock

I quiver as he snakes his arm around my waist with his lips behind my ear whispering, "So what would you say about my proposal, Zelda?" Peering into his eyes with a smile on my lips, I entangle him in a hug and plunge the knife at his back taking him by surprise. Slowly, he goes limp in my arms falling on his knees before me while staring at me and not uttering a word. Leaning forward, I give him a peck as a tear escapes from my eyes. "I'm sorry, either way it's meant to come to this." I say giving a him final look before twisting the knife further at his back, leaving him to bleed to death. ***** Griselda Capell, a seemingly average young lady with hidden abilities has only one ambition in life, 'to become successful and find a fairytale type of love'. Her dreams come crashing down when she's sold off to the Royal pure blooded Garcia's family as a mistress to the heir, Aidan. Slowly, she entertains the idea that life with Aidan doesn't seem all bad as they rather fall in love. Soon, her hidden abilities are slowly discovered and harnessed, with emissaries of the Venine temple whisking her away and intimating of her role and destiny in life. Plots, twists and turns ensue as her destiny which she's expected to fulfill is in stark contrast with Aidan's, which harshly drifts them apart and turns her into a version of herself she had never dreamt of, a monster as some may call her. With a mass of powers at the tip of her fingers, tons of army at her command, Griselda turns out to be Aidan's most dreaded enemy, fear and weakness. A entrancing tale of love and hate, lovers to enemies, both expected to do away with each other, which will survive?

I was 19 years old when I was knocked out and abducted. It happened on my dad's festive, we were celebrating the whole day. And without realizing a man not much older than me filled me up while flirting with me. After two years of being nothing but a tool, I often ask myself how I ever could be that dumb. How my past me trusted strangers too easily. But if you had lived a normal life, than this would be normal. Celebrating, having fun, flirting and drinking.... I wished I could go back in time. Warn my younger idiotic naive me. Till he stepped into my cage and made my worst nightmares come true.

In a realm that bears striking resemblance to our own, an enigmatic Phenomenon unfurls its presence, striving to blur the boundaries between the tangible and the arcane dimensions. Embarking on an awe-inspiring narrative, we are introduced to a diverse assemblage of extraordinary individuals. Among them, a battle-hardened mercenary, a cunning and agile thief, a compassionate and astute doctor, a charismatic luminary of the social media sphere, a shrewd and ambitious business magnate, and a steadfastly devoted priest find themselves united beneath the banner of a singular conglomerate. Bound by an unbreakable thread of shared resolve, this eclectic ensemble embarks on an odyssey to uncover the elusive verities concealed within the folds of existence. Their journey unfolds across treacherous terrains, where personal tribulations intermingle with their pursuit of truth. Traversing the intricate labyrinths of the criminal underworld, they grapple not only with external adversaries but also with their own inner demons, testing the limits of their mettle and camaraderie. As the saga unfolds, they find themselves entangled in a high-stakes confrontation against the titans of corporate dominion, whose insidious grasp threatens the very bedrock of the world they inhabit. With determination as their compass and unity as their shield, our protagonists strive to untangle the web of deception woven by the great magnates of industry. Their noble endeavor extends beyond the bounds of personal ambition, morphing into a battle to safeguard the entirety of existence from the encroaching shadows. Venturing forth through realms both corporeal and mystical, navigating a kaleidoscope of challenges that test their wits and resilience, this remarkable fellowship exemplifies the relentless human spirit. Amidst their tumultuous expedition, they forge unbreakable bonds, unravel cryptic enigmas, and ascend to unforeseen heights of self-discovery. In a symphony of courage, ingenuity, and unity, this epic chronicle invites us to witness the extraordinary tapestry woven by the hands of fate and the hearts of those who dare to stand against the unknown, affirming that even amidst the most trying of circumstances, the light of truth and the strength of solidarity shall forever illuminate the path ahead.

losing his family at a very small age at the hands of his father ray's life was never the same that was until he learns of a way to get to learn about what really happened that horrible day . ps - the pace of the story is somewhat slow so please have some patience in the beginning chapters. if u wanna ask anything here is my Instagram- vishu_naruka

William was like most people, he was average. He knew no magic, he was average at fighting, and he was even worse at leading. Being the son of a popular king that ruled over the kingdom of Grivaria, he never wanted anything more than to just grow up and explorer the world. in his earlier years of age, his older brother Kieran was mainly the one everyone looked forward to. Kieran was the only son to be trained in how to be a good king, while William was left to do whatever he wanted. In the end, it was always supposed to be Kieran that took over his father's duty, while he traveled around the world. thing arent always that simple, however. Kieran had a secretive side to him like he was always hiding something. and he has had his fair share of outbursts at civilians and even the servants around the castle. His father saw who repeatedly saw this and started to think differently about the future of his kingdom. As he didn't want to hand the kingdom over to someone corrupt, or whose actions would bring the kingdom into chaos. In the end, when the king dies from an attack from a nearby kingdom, his last orders were for William to be the next successor rather than Kieran. This then leads to infight, conflict, betrayal, and actions that William makes that end horribly. in the end, It's up to William to atone for naive actions and further mature himself to be the correct ruler of the kingdom he loved so much. even if it has to cost him his own life.

La historia se desarrolla en un mundo en el que una población es asediada y experimenta un ataque desconocido de fuerzas del extranjero que obliga a los pobladores a proteger su hogar. La trama gira en torno a "Harlan2 quien después de aprender algo de su propósito busca respuestas y del gran peso que le entregaron, el objetivo es aprender quien es él. Más adelante descubre que su vida y de las personas en este mundo es insignificante frente a lo que se avecina entre más descubra comprenderá que es el “Destino” y de los sacrificios de esa información, lo que desencadenará toda una serie de acontecimientos.

Life of Clark....

In a dystopian future where the night is ruled by neon lights and the streets are haunted by shadows, Ren, a laid-back rockstar with a love for whisky and a knack for getting into trouble, finds himself at the center of a battle between life and death. After a brutal attack by demonic entities known as Voiders leaves his bandmates dead and his world shattered, Ren is given a second chance by Zero, a cosmic grim reaper. Reborn as the Grim Rider, Ren must now hunt down the Voiders, collect lost souls, and navigate the darkness that threatens to consume him—all while keeping his rock ‘n’ roll spirit alive. In a world where the line between hero and monster blurs, Ren’s biggest challenge might just be holding onto his humanity.

How far would you go to save your people, and what price would you pay to fulfill your destiny? Gribble, a weak and bullied young goblin, discovers an ancient power that allows him to absorb the abilities of magical creatures by consuming their essence. Driven by a desperate need to prove his worth and escape the cruelty of his clan, Gribble ventures into the Wild Woods, seeking out ever more powerful beasts to fuel his growing abilities. But as Gribble's strength and reputation grow, so too does the target on his back. Betrayed by those he once trusted and hunted by the ruthless Goblin Chieftain, Gribble must master his powers and unravel the secrets of an ancient prophecy. With each new ability Gribble gains, he feels himself slipping further from his former self, the gentle soul within slowly consumed by the darkness and fury of the beasts whose power now courses through his veins. In the end, Gribble must decide what matters most - his sanity, or the fate of his people. Will he find the strength to resist the corrupting influence of his powers and become the hero he was meant to be? Or will he succumb to the darkness within and become the very monster he sought to destroy?

Reading this story you will see why I did all of this. You will see how they left me, how they disappointed me and how it all started. Sometimes the best luck is to die at the right time or to kill the right person at the right time, some people aren't made to kill . After a little while, they regret that they left you alive, at that point you need to kill them so they won't come after you. Let's see together how everything started, shall we?