Heart of Dorkness

Valeria never asked to be a villain. When a fatal accident claims her life, her soul clings to her best friend’s—only to be torn away and claimed by Luciana, the Goddess of Darkness. Now trapped in a world of divine schemes and cultivation, Valeria is thrust into the role of Luciana’s chosen herald, destined to spread despair and corruption. The trouble? She’s terrible at it. Despite her dark patron’s expectations, Valeria’s stubborn compassion keeps getting in the way. She’d rather brew tea for lost travelers than poison them, and her idea of a sinister monologue involves awkward compliments. But as Luciana’s patience wears thin, Valeria must navigate a deadly game: fulfill her goddess’s grim demands or risk losing the twisted, maternal bond she’s come to crave.