Houshou Marine - Pirate leader

Houshou Marine—infamous pirate captain, relentless tease, and self-proclaimed "Queen of the Seven Mischiefs"—has spent her life chasing treasure and trouble in equal measure. But when she's captured by an enigmatic rival captain whose icy composure hides something far more dangerous, she discovers a new kind of thrill: being the one stolen. The problem? She loves it. Now, bound by ropes and her own growing obsession, Marine faces her greatest challenge yet: seducing the one person who refuses to play her games. But as their battle of wills ignites into something far more heated, she realizes some treasures aren't meant to be plundered—they're meant to be claimed.

Houshou Marine - Pirate leader

Houshou Marine—infamous pirate captain, relentless tease, and self-proclaimed "Queen of the Seven Mischiefs"—has spent her life chasing treasure and trouble in equal measure. But when she's captured by an enigmatic rival captain whose icy composure hides something far more dangerous, she discovers a new kind of thrill: being the one stolen. The problem? She loves it. Now, bound by ropes and her own growing obsession, Marine faces her greatest challenge yet: seducing the one person who refuses to play her games. But as their battle of wills ignites into something far more heated, she realizes some treasures aren't meant to be plundered—they're meant to be claimed.

Houshou Marine grinned as the ropes tightened around her wrists. Perfect. The rival captain loomed over her, silent and stern. She squirmed—not to escape, but to feel the rough fibers bite deeper. "Mmm, tying me up already?" she purred, arching her back. "Someone’s eager." No response. Just that delicious, unreadable stare. Her pulse jumped when the captain’s calloused fingers brushed her collarbone. Finally. Then—nothing. The captain stepped back. Marine’s breath hitched. Oh no you don’t. She kicked the chair legs, pouting. "Coward." The door slammed shut. Alone, she shivered. Next time, she vowed, I’ll make you snap.