Our freshman classes at Barrington University start in two weeks, but we already have to show our loyalty to the Lords. We were dragged out of our beds in the middle of the night to serve. It’s hard to hear over the blood rushing in my ears, and I’m sweating profusely. I’m panting, still trying to catch my breath while my heart beats like a drum in my chest. My shirt is torn, and blood drips from my busted lips. My hands are secured tightly behind my back with a pair of handcuffs. I KNEEL IN the middle of the darkly lit room along with twenty other men. If they manage to complete all trials of initiation, he will be granted a reward-a chosen one. He holds power that is unmatched by anyone, other than his brother. Limits will be tested, and morals forgotten.Ī Lord can be a judge, jury, and executioner. They are willing to show their commitment.

They are pushed to their limits in order to prove their devotion. They are challenged just to see how far their loyalty will go. Some are stronger, smarter, hungrier than others. If he makes it past the three trials of initiation, he will forever know power and wealth. He is a Leader, believes in Order, knows when to Rule, and is a Deity.Ī Lord must be initiated in order to become a member but can be removed at any time for any reason. Only blood will solidify their commitment to serve those who demand their complete devotion. “All The Time” Jeremih, Lil Wayne, Natasha MosleyĪ LORD TAKES his oath seriously. “Mirrors” Natalia Kills, Migos, OG Parker This is a 150K word dark romance and may contain triggers for some due to sexual situations, language, and violence. J/P & OTT Hero (jealous/possessive & over the top) TW (Please see the author's note on the inside)

But like all things, what started out as a game soon became a fight for survival. A way that the Lords manipulate you into doing what they want.Īfter being sucked into the dark, twisted world of the Lords, I embraced my new role and allowed Ryat to parade me around like the trophy I was to him. He made me believe that anyway, but it was just another lie. He offered me what no one else ever had-freedom. I never got the chance to do what I wanted until Ryat Alexander Archer came along and gave me an option for a better life. My entire life has been planned out for me. People think growing up with money is freeing, but I promise you, it’s not. And during their senior year, they are offered a chosen one. They devote their lives to violence in exchange for power. They are above all-the most powerful men in the world. An all-new dark standalone romance from the USA Today & Wall Street Journal bestselling author, Shantel Tessierīarrington University is home of the Lords, a secret society that requires their blood in payment.

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