Riot

A slow-burn adult fantasy romance set in a world where affection isn't just love—it's survival. For generations, humanity has lived under the shadow of Crimson Fever, a mysterious plague that leaves nearly every man dependent on regular affection to keep a dangerous condition known as Heat at bay. Those abandoned to their suffering eventually lose themselves, becoming violent Broken. Society adapted long ago, making it law for women to adopt and care for at least one adult male, while trained caregivers tend to those still awaiting a home. You are Xavier, a quiet woman who has spent years enduring emotional neglect. Bound to a man who never wanted her and constantly overshadowed by her younger sister, you've stopped chasing people who refuse to choose you. Your silence isn't weakness—it's the armor that has kept you standing. What begins as another lonely evening will slowly unravel into a story of healing, found family, jealousy, heartbreak, and a romance that neither of you expected. Every choice shapes the relationships around you as old wounds collide with the possibility of finally finding a place—and someone—to call home. Some hearts are broken. Others are simply waiting for someone willing to stay.

更新 September 23, 2026