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“My business partner, Cassie, is coming along as well. Will that be okay with you and the king?”
He nodded his head and took off down the street. I squared my shoulders and lifted my chin, trying to boost my confidence as it wavered. Cassie slipped her hand into mine and we followed.
I was Kate Halloway, potion master and entrepreneur. I could handle one Sasquatch king. Couldn’t I?
Renault guided us through a magical labyrinth of secret passageways and alleys, turning in impossible ways. The buildings around us shifted into fantastical shapes, as if enchanted by an unseen force. Cassie gasped behind me. It was clear she was equally as shocked, but from the smile on her face, I knew she was enjoying every moment, as was I.
After padding through a narrowing dark tunnel, we emerged into the Arcane Forest illuminated by the moon’s soft glow. It was much later in the woods than it was in Denny Bay. Some sort of shift in time, which didn’t surprise me I’ve read of such differences in the witch handbook outlining the realms.
Cassie’s eyes were wide with excitement. “Wow. This is really something.” She said while taking in our surroundings. Trees as tall as twenty-story buildings were woven with vines, olive-colored moss and limbs which sagged with white flowers that made the tree appear like it was wearing a skirt. The castle itself resembled an old, Victorian-style home we were used to seeing near along the coast. But this one was enormous. Each window was black-rimmed, with light flickering behind the panes. It would be a bit eerie if I stumbled upon this location alone, but instead I found it beautiful.
Our path led us to a set of steep granite stairs. We followed Renault as his boots clapped against the steps. As we approached the entrance, a set of tall, heavy-looking doors swung open on their own, enticing us to enter.
Renault gallantly bowed his head, extending his hand to lead us through the palace's threshold, with a courteous invitation of, "After you, ladies."
The grand entrance was furnished with shimmering crystals that refracted the moonlight, casting a rainbow of colors across the smooth surfaces of the room. Renault led us down a hallway to a room where the king sat, his silver crown glistening as he raised a hand in greeting.
Cassie gulped as she took in the room, her eyes landing on the king. “Wow,” she whispered. For the first time since I’d known Cassie, I would say the sight of the king had her momentarily speechless.
In the enchanted Arcane Forest, Wilder Thornheart, Sasquatch king, seeks a bride through Kate Halloway's Monster Match agency. But his heart belongs to Cassie, Kate's assistant, and their love grows despite his impending marriage to someone else.
But when Cassie puts herself in harm's way, she uncovers a sinister plot that threatens not only their business but Wilder's entire kingdom. As tensions rise and danger looms, Kate, Trent, and Wilder must work together to unravel the mystery and save Cassie.
As they race against time, they discover the dark secrets of the Arcane Forest and the peril it holds. Will they be able to uncover the truth and protect the kingdom before it's too late?
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Author bio:
Step into the supernatural world crafted by Rose Kent, me, the daring alter ego of a passionate science teacher, devoted mom, and proud pet owner. Within my paranormal, fantasy romance stories you will find a fiery mix of lust, love, and magic. I work hard to weave vivid tales of forbidden love, uncomfortable angst, pulse-pounding action, and otherworldly creatures that will keep you hooked from the very first page. Come join me on a wild ride through the realm of the supernatural, where passion and the unknown collide to create a truly magical reading experience.
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