Powerful (Authentic Verified) by Lauren Roberts

"Adena and Paedyn, bound by an unbreakable bond, have long been inseparable. Fate, with its inexorable hand, united them in their youth, but it was their steadfast friendship that wove the threads of loyalty and protection between them, as they carved a life together amidst the grimy shadows of Loot's slums. Yet now, a cruel twist of destiny has befallen Paedyn?n Ordinary?ho has been chosen for the dreaded Purging Trials, a death sentence from which few ever return.

With Paedyn? absence, Adena is left to navigate the perilous streets of Loot alone. Her desperation leads her to a failed theft, an act which draws the attention of a mysterious stranger? man named Mak. From the moment of their encounter, it is clear that Mak is no ordinary man. His shadowed past and hidden powers set him apart from the low-tier Elites that rule the streets of Loot. A partnership is forged between the two, driven by the shared desire to reunite with their loved ones before the Trials claim them.

Yet, as they journey deeper into the heart of danger, their bond is tested by fierce loyalty, uncertain love, and the constant specter of death. Together, they must confront the truths that lurk in the dark corners of Loot, where survival demands more than mere strength?t requires sacrifice.

This novella also includes an exclusive extended preview of Reckless, the thrilling sequel to Powerless.

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