#Google 1 Ranking Tips

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How to rank #1 on Google

Ranking #1 on Google is a goal for many website owners and businesses because it can significantly increase visibility and traffic. Keep in mind that achieving and maintaining a top ranking involves a combination of various strategies, and search engine algorithms are constantly evolving. Here are some general tips to improve your chances of ranking higher on Google: Keyword Research: Identify…

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Keyword Phoenix - SNATCH PAGE 1 RANKINGS USING ZERO BACKLINKS - Discover Hyper Targeted Keywords that RANK FAST

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long list of little things to do for urself 🧸🎀🫶✨

🧸𓂃 ࣪˖ 1. wash ur bedding, towels, curtains, etc.

🎀𓂃 ࣪˖ 2. fill up ur shopping baskets on every site possible

🫶🏻𓂃 ࣪˖ 3. clean out cosmetics and skincare

🧁𓂃 ࣪˖ 4. start a project of something you love

⭐𓂃 ࣪˖ 5. browse cute pets to buy one day

💬𓂃 ࣪˖ 6. impulsively rearrange ur space

🩷𓂃 ࣪˖ 7. light some candles (if u arent deathly afraid of fire)

🐇𓂃 ࣪˖ 8. clean out your purse and every day bag

🎀𓂃 ࣪˖ 9. make a pillow fort

🧸𓂃 ࣪˖ 10. redo all ur playlists and clean them all out

🫶🏻𓂃 ࣪˖ 11. lay on the floor and sing ur fav songs for 3 hours

🧁𓂃 ࣪˖ 12. make a recipe book (even if u cant cook)

⭐𓂃 ࣪˖ 13. clean ur mirrors and windows

💬𓂃 ࣪˖ 14. write a debate about a topic you feel strongly on

🩷𓂃 ࣪˖ 15. create some art to go on ur walls

🐇𓂃 ࣪˖ 16. stick up some old photos or cute things and decorate ur walls

🎀𓂃 ࣪˖ 17. polish ur jewelry

🧸𓂃 ࣪˖ 18. write a huge essay on something you know nothing about

🫶🏻𓂃 ࣪˖ 19. watch a virtual concert (youtube - tiny desk is v good!)

🧁𓂃 ࣪˖ 20. make urself a big fruit platter

🎀𓂃 ࣪˖ 21. read a parenting book and see how you can incorporate the tips mentioned into how u treat urself

🧸𓂃 ࣪˖ 22. mend ur old clothes or get someone to help u fix them

🫶🏻𓂃 ࣪˖ 23. read a book w a flashlight and happy music under a blanket

🧁𓂃 ࣪˖ 24. host a tea party w ur plushies and old toys

⭐𓂃 ࣪˖ 25. study ur horoscope for this month and how u can use it to ur advantage

💬𓂃 ࣪˖ 26. go thrifting and window shopping and take photos on ur phone of the things you want to create a visual wishlist

🩷𓂃 ࣪˖ 27. sort through ur books, cds, clothes, etc.; organise and throw out!

🐇𓂃 ࣪˖ 28. perform a concert in ur bedroom of ur fav album ever

���𓂃 ࣪˖ 29. dress up and create the most elaborate, unhinged outfits you possibly can

🧸𓂃 ࣪˖ 30. start a blog or site on something you care about

🫶🏻𓂃 ࣪˖ 31. contemplate ur core philosophies and question what is the meaning of life and what you're living for

🧁𓂃 ࣪˖ 32. spend all day reading a random pdf book ur never gonna find again

⭐𓂃 ࣪˖ 33. plan out ur dream wedding online

💬𓂃 ࣪˖ 34. fully examine ur body and make sure everything's working and looking fine

🩷𓂃 ࣪˖ 35. create outfits within a specific theme and try them on

🐇𓂃 ࣪˖ 36. go online shopping for clothes and make outfits w the things you find even if you don't like them

🎀𓂃 ࣪˖ 37. make a playlist of all the songs u used to love when you were younger

🧸𓂃 ࣪˖ 38. build a tower out of stationery or anything you can find and make it as tall as you can

🫶🏻𓂃 ࣪˖ 39. take a picture of something ur grateful for wherever you go

🧁𓂃 ࣪˖ 40. live out ur daydreams on pinterest and make random boards of random lifestyles or dreams you have or are interested in

⭐𓂃 ࣪˖ 41. organise ur digital storage like apps, google drive, documents, photos, desktop, games, consoles, etc.

💬𓂃 ࣪˖ 42. randomly set a reminder for somewhen in the future that you can think of saying that everything will be okay

🩷𓂃 ࣪˖ 43. have a park day without ur phone and make ur own entertainment

🐇𓂃 ࣪˖ 44. find ur enneagram number, do ur myers briggs test, study ur birth chart, find out more about urself bcuz ur the most important subject you could ever study

🎀𓂃 ࣪˖ 45. write down ur biggest, wildest dreams with no bounds whatsoever

🧸𓂃 ࣪˖ 46. attentively track ur moods for a day or a few; take note of how ur feeling every few hours, note it down and ask urself what impacts it to change and fluctuate

🫶🏻𓂃 ࣪˖ 47. educate urself in whats going on in the world right now

🧁𓂃 ࣪˖ 48. learn about the history of ur home town

⭐𓂃 ࣪˖ 49. create a list of all ur favourite things and rank them like cosmetics, perfumes, bands, foods, drinks, etc.

💬𓂃 ࣪˖ 50. make a music video playlist to play on ur tv

all my love... 💬🎀🫶🏻💗

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Kinnporsche Fuck Ranking

As the name suggests, this list is a ranking of which character I think fuck from the least to the most. This is based off vibes alone, with absolutely no regard for cananical evidence. If you disagree with me that’s fine but please remember that I’m far too pretty for arguing online so I will not be accepting criticism, constructive or otherwise.

#10) Kim

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again- Kim would rather die than be physically or emotionally vulnerable with someone. He saw Tawan leading Kinn around by his dick and said “yeah no not for me thanks”

#9) Pete

Honestly I think sex and sexuality is so low on Pete’s list of priorities before he met Vegas that the desire to fuck never really struck him. This has changed now that he’s living his best and most freaknasty life, but he’ll have to do quite a bit of fucking to catch up to everyone else

#8) Big

Big only fucks when the loneliness gets too heavy to handle. He either chooses men who look too much like Kinn, or look like his complete opposite. Either way it’s not a healthy choice

#7) Chay

Now this is going to come as a shock to some people, but you can’t tell me that a teenage boy with a frequently empty house and a healthy libido isn’t getting up to funny business. The limited edition Wik merch stays ON during sex

#6) Tankhun

Another controversial one, I know. While Tankhun may not fuck in the traditional sense, he’s got a devoted harem of discord kittens and he’s inventing new ways to have cybersex that should be studied by scientists

#5) Ken

There isn’t much to say here. Ken is a nasty little thotty who died making it clap on Instagram

#4) Kinn

Kinn only ranks so low because he’s a very busy man. He has to pencil his dick appointments into his Google Calendar, it’s a whole thing

#3) Porsche

Little Miss “bartending is my sidegig, fucking rich women for tips is my real job.” He took to gay sex like a duck takes to water, and that’s because sluttery is his calling

#2) Vegas

Vegas fucks like it’s his job, and that is NOT a compliment. Take a vacation day babygirl, the slut factory can afford to go without you for one day. Or at least have some orange slices and water, replenish your energy

#1) Yok

do I even need to give an explanation for this? Just look at her. Assume that whenever Yok isn’t on screen, she’s having incredibly hot and wildly acrobatic sex. Side note: She and Tankhun should have smashed tbh

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Visual Novel Game Recommendations

okay so I've been crazy about visual novels recently and put together a list of games I definitely totally recommend.

Google Drive Link - for ease of access and for any updates if I do that!

DISCLAIMER: Please always DEFER to the warnings and content ratings on the game pages. Please make your own best judgements and do NOT seek out content that will upset you! 

These are also not listed in any specific ranking or order, just tried to keep those made by the same devs together!

If a game you like/have worked on is not listed, please don’t take this as a slight. I probably haven’t played it or finished yet! Also, I’m not involved in the creation of any of these games. I just like them :)

Color code key:

RED = NSFW and not safe for minors.

GREEN = Nothing that tips me off as majorly inappropriate at the time of writing this list. Approach with your own judgement and ALWAYS read the trigger and content warnings on the game pages.

♥ = Finished! The amount of ♥s corresponds to the completed routes.

♥ = Demo/incomplete! The amount of ♥s corresponds to the current playable routes.

Blooming Panic ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ 

Chat room based romance game with 4 different routes.

SFW! No sexual or violent content. There is swearing and there are suggestive comments, but there’s nothing graphic or extreme.

Calls are fully voice acted!

Description: Discord inspired chat room with 4 different love interests: 

Quest: Mod and unofficial dad, sweetheart who feels pretty strongly about redemption arcs.

Nightowl: Grad student with a cheerful personality and some difficulties managing the intensity of his feelings.

Xyx: Self imposed comic relief who doesn’t know how to be genuine but kind of wants to learn.

NakedToaster: ff14 player.

Tumblr blog: @/robobarbie

SeekL ♥ 

Another chat room based romance game by the same creators of Blooming Panic. Only 1 route this time.

SFW! No sexual or violent content. There are suggestive comments, drug references, and the main cast are hackers who ARE blackmailing and extorting people.

There is a simple but fun coding mechanic that the characters walk you through! Very intuitive and interesting!

Calls are fully voice acted!

Description: You join a sneaky little chat room with a bunch of hackers who communicate under almost complete anonymity with each other until you show up??

Odxny: Programmer who was prepared to just fade away until you started…caring about him????

Tumblr blog: @/robobarbie

14 Days With You ♥

More typical otome type visual novel with 1 love interest, Ren.

NSFW is toggleable, but as the main love interest is an irrefutable yandere, please avoid if you’re under 18 or uncomfortable with the triggers (find on the Itch.io page)

Not completed but still being updated!

Description: You’re a librarian surrounded by a cast of colorful and unique characters, but one of them is considerably more into you than the rest!

Ren: Yandere who is willing to change everything about himself to better suit your interests.

Tumblr blog: @/14dwy / dev blog is @/cutiesigh

A Date With Death / (steam version) ♥

Another chat room/video chat styled game with only 1 love interest. 

SFW, but there is a NSFW DLC in the works/unreleased.

Includes character creation AND minor room decoration!

Description: The grim reaper made this chat room JUST to bother you about why you haven’t died yet!

Grim: He’s literally the grim reaper, believe him, and he’s also??? Babygirl?!?!

Tumblr blog: @/twoandahalfstudios

Favor ♥

Visual Novel with 1 love interest!

NSFW!!! There is sexual and dark content and the dev has warned of increasing triggers as production continues. Please avoid it if you are uncomfortable with the listed triggers and/or under 18.

Includes character creation AND minor room decoration!

Some voice acting!

Currently unfinished but still in production!

Description: Your friends all kind of suck but at least you get to knock back endless drinks with a demon at the end of the day, right?

Z: They’ve seen at least 20 movies and one of them was Cars. Energetic but mysterious, he at least CLAIMS to have your best interests at heart…

Tumblr blog: @/favorvn

Binary Star Hero ♥ ♥ ♥ 

Visual novel with 3 routes! By the same creator as Favor!

NSFW! Very minimal sexual content, but there is considerable description of gore and violence. Please check triggers and avoid this if you are under 18.

Description: Superheroes and villains exist in this world and you end up stuck dealing with the consequences of that.

Binary Star: The golden boy superhero! He can do everything and you’re only a little unnerved by his glowing red eyes and plastered on smile.

Ray: A regular at your cafe after only 3 days, he’s described as looking (and acting) one minor inconvenience from throwing himself off a bridge.

Hals: Your boss and closest confidant. They’re tough but caring and didn’t plan on getting so attached but now they are, so!

Tumblr blog: @/concreteparasite - dev’s blog, I believe @/favorvn is the main game blog for both?

Mushroom Oasis ♥

Visual novel with 1 route!

Game is SFW but the dev has this rated 16+ due to darker content. The main love interest is technically a yandere, though he’s very wholesome in my opinion! Please check triggers regardless and avoid this if they make you uncomfortable.

Currently unfinished, but still in production!

Description: You wander too far out into the forest in search of your missing cat and end up passing out! Thankfully, a helpful, totally human guy, saves you!

Mychael: The cottagecore love interest of your dreams. He might not know much about the modern world, but he does know how to knit! Shy, well-mannered, and extremely clingy.

Tumblr blog: @/deerspherestudios

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Kickstart Your Earnings with Content Writing: A Beginner’s Friendly Roadmap

If you’ve ever wondered how ordinary people turn their words into cash, content writing might be your sweet spot. You don’t need a fancy degree or decades of experience to get started. With some guidance, dedication, and a dash of creativity, you can start earning from content writing sooner than you think. This guide walks you through each step in a friendly, down‑to‑earth way so you’ll feel confident launching your freelance writing journey.

Why Content Writing Is a Great Starting Point Content writing covers everything from blog posts and web pages to social media captions and product descriptions. Businesses of all sizes need fresh, engaging words to connect with their audience, rank higher in search engines, and boost sales. As companies continue to invest in digital marketing, demand for quality content writers stays strong. Plus, you can work from anywhere, set your own hours, and choose projects that spark your interest.

Understanding the Basics of Earning from Content Writing At its core, earning from content writing means providing value through written words. Clients pay for:

Research that saves them time

SEO‑friendly copy that boosts visibility

Clear, engaging storytelling that connects with readers

Consistent output that maintains an active online presence

Your job is to become the go‑to person who delivers those benefits reliably.

Step 1: Identify Your Niche and Strengths While generalists can find work, specializing helps you stand out. Consider topics you enjoy or know well—travel, personal finance, health and wellness, tech, lifestyle, parenting, gaming, or education. Having a niche makes it easier to showcase your expertise and justify higher rates. If you’re a fitness buff who loves writing, focus on blogs and articles in that sphere. If you have a background in software, aim for tech how‑to guides.

Step 2: Build a Portfolio That Shows Your Skills Clients want proof you can write well. Even if you haven’t been paid yet, you can create sample pieces:

Start a personal blog or Medium page and publish 3 to 5 high‑quality articles in your niche.

Guest post on small blogs that accept submissions.

Rewrite or summarize existing news stories in your voice (clearly marked as samples).

Draft mock project pieces for imaginary clients—product descriptions, newsletters, or landing pages.

Organize these in a simple online portfolio. You can use free tools like Google Sites, Wix, or WordPress. Make sure each sample highlights your SEO skills by including relevant keywords naturally in titles and subheadings.

Step 3: Optimize Your Online Profiles for Visibility Next, set up profiles on freelance platforms and job boards. Popular destinations include Upwork, Fiverr, Freelancer, ProBlogger, Contena, and LinkedIn. When crafting your profile:

Write an engaging headline that includes “content writer” or “freelance writer.”

Summarize your background, niche focus, and any standout achievements.

List your portfolio samples or link directly to your site.

Add relevant skills: SEO, WordPress, SEMrush, Mailchimp, social media management, etc.

Request testimonials from friends or colleagues who can vouch for your work ethic or writing ability.

A well‑optimized profile boosts your chances of appearing in client searches and winning invitations.

Step 4: Find Your First Paid Gigs Landing that first paid project often takes persistence. Strategies that work:

Pitch directly to small businesses or local startups. Send personalized emails offering a free trial article or website audit.

Apply to relevant listings daily on freelance boards. Tailor each proposal to the client’s needs—mention specifics from their job post.

Explore niche‑specific boards like BloggingPro or JournalismJobs for targeted opportunities.

Network on LinkedIn by sharing helpful writing tips, engaging with posts in your niche, and connecting with marketing professionals.

Early on, you might accept lower‑priced gigs to build credibility, but avoid underpricing yourself. Aim for a rate you can increase once you’ve racked up 5 to 10 positive reviews.

Step 5: Master SEO and Content Strategy SEO savvy writers command better fees. Search Engine Optimization involves understanding how keywords, user intent, and readability affect rankings. To shine:

Use free keyword research tools like Google Keyword Planner or Ubersuggest to identify target phrases.

Incorporate primary keywords in titles, opening paragraphs, subheadings, and naturally throughout the text.

Keep sentences concise, break up text with subheadings, and add bullet lists or numbered steps for scannability.

Learn basic on‑page SEO: meta descriptions, internal linking, image alt text, and proper URL structure.

Businesses pay for measurable results. If your copy ranks higher and drives traffic, you become more valuable.

Step 6: Set Competitive Rates and Payment Terms Knowing how much to charge can feel tricky. Common approaches include:

Per‑word rate: New freelance writers often start at five to ten cents per word, moving up to twenty cents or more with experience.

Per‑hour rate: Beginners might charge twenty to thirty dollars per hour, progressing to fifty and beyond as skills sharpen.

Per‑project fee: Flat rates for complete blog posts or web pages, factoring in research, revisions, and strategy.

Always agree on payment milestones. A 50/50 split works—half up front, half on completion. Use contracts to outline deliverables, deadlines, and revision policies. This keeps both sides on the same page.

Step 7: Deliver Quality and Build Long‑Term Relationships Repeat clients are freelancing gold. To keep clients coming back:

Meet deadlines without reminders.

Communicate clearly—let them know if you hit a roadblock and propose solutions.

Offer a revision round to refine the piece to their liking.

Suggest topic ideas for future posts based on emerging trends in their industry.

When clients see you consistently add value, they’ll hire you again and refer you to others.

Step 8: Leverage Tools and Continuous Learning Stay competitive by embracing helpful platforms:

Grammarly or ProWritingAid to polish grammar and tone.

Yoast or Rank Math (for WordPress) to fine‑tune on‑page SEO.

Trello or Asana for managing multiple projects smoothly.

Google Analytics basics to understand content performance.

Invest time in online courses or webinars on SEO, storytelling, and copywriting. The more you learn, the more you can charge.

Step 9: Scale Your Earnings Over Time Once you’ve established a steady stream of projects, scaling becomes the name of the game. Options include:

Raising your rates for new clients while maintaining current engagements.

Packaging content services—offer blog writing plus email newsletters or social media management as a bundle.

Outsourcing parts of the work, like research or editing, to junior writers, allowing you to focus on strategy and client relations.

Creating digital products, such as eBooks or courses on content writing, to earn passive income.

Diversifying revenue streams helps insulate your income from slow periods.

Putting It All Together Earning from content writing is an achievable goal, even if you’re starting from scratch. By identifying your niche, building an impressive portfolio, mastering SEO, and delivering top‑notch work, you’ll attract clients eager to pay for your expertise. Remember that patience and persistence pay off. Treat every project as a chance to improve your craft and delight a client. Before you know it, you’ll have a thriving freelance writing business that fits your lifestyle and fuels your creative passions.

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HAARLEP PLAYLIST

Much like with my Ascended Astarion playlist, I created a playlist for Haarlep only this time I used Google Sheets table and a ranking system to help myself. It, too, tells a story and all the s̲o̲n̲g̲s̲ i̲n̲ i̲t̲ a̲r̲e̲ i̲n̲ c̲h̲r̲o̲n̲o̲l̲o̲g̲i̲c̲a̲l̲ o̲r̲d̲e̲r̲

This story is about Haarlep meeting Tav and how this very ordinary acquaintance turned into something utterly unexpected.

Link to playlist on YouTube at the end of the post.

And now that all the normal people are just listening to the playlist, the nerds can click ‘keep reading’ to dive into the detailed breakdown of the story...

The playlist consists of 5 parts, and for each part I wrote a small drabble to share the vibe with you.

PART 1: HAARLEP

«Shhh… Hush, sweetheart, no need to make such a fuss. I haven’t even sunk my teeth into you yet. But do not fret, I’m not some rabid beast. I won’t lunge at you or tear you apart. I’m just a simple incubus, albeit an outstanding one.

What are incubi? I’m glad you asked.

We are the wielders of the enchanted word. Lords of the human soul. Masters of the all-consuming lust.

We breathe in air and breathe out passion. Love flows through our veins, voluptuousness drips from our fingertips, and our gaze ignites desire.

Your most daring dreams are our law. The innuendo swirling on the tip of your tongue is our feast. Guessing your desires before you even know them is like a drug to us.

Oh, you want to know more? Come closer, sweetheart. I never promised not to bite, but trust me, you are going to love it.»

1. Don’t Stop Me Now

Literally can imagine him waking up to this song.

Yeah, I'm a rocket ship on my way to Mars On a collision course I am a satellite, I'm out of control I am a sex machine ready to reload Like an atom bomb about to Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, explode I'm burnin' through the sky, yeah 200 degrees that's why they call me Mister Fahrenheit I'm traveling at the speed of light I wanna make a supersonic woman of you

2. Aimed to Kill

You've been checkin' under your bed to see if I'm there When you look back up I'm under you pullin' your hair Getting lost inside my world, you don't know where I've been Oh no, oh no, I feel it comin' And I tried to save a life with these diamond hands of mine But they're sharper than a knife, I aimed to kill And I tried to fix a heart with these lips that left some scars "I swear I won't do no harm," shh, I aimed to kill

3. Who Made You a Monster?

You've got a twisted way Of making it all seem fine Tricking the world to trust you But everything that you say Is some kind of sordid lie Who taught you how to lie so well? Who made you a monster? Who made you a monster?

4. The Devil is a Gentleman

He don't always come at midnight Burnin' red and talking sin But he knows how to play it just right If you gonna let him in Sleek along and brings you roses He's always got the words to say Just enough so you don't notice That you ain't nothing but his prey

5. Pass The Knife

Thought you had control, I'll strip you till you're bones Scraping your knees till you beg for more Cover you in scars, just to leave a mark Get you addicted, then tear you apart Pass me the knife and I'll eat you alive Take my time, I'll do it how you like it Pass me the knife and I'll eat you alive Love skin deep, you're only here to make me high

6. Terrible Things

All of the things that I've done Terrible things you would never believe Things that I've done, oh, how you'll run If you knew a single word of all of the things that I've done

7. Liquid Smooth

I see this one as a tenderness and longing for a connection, that is hidden deep inside.

I'm beautiful, I know 'cause it's the season But what am I to do with all this beauty? Biology, I am an organism, I'm chemical That's all, that is all I'm liquid smooth, come touch me, too And feel my skin is plump and full of life, I'm in my prime I'm liquid smooth, come touch me, too I'm at my highest peak, I'm ripe about to fall, capture me

8. Pure Imagination

The fantasy that he creates for the people whom he gets involved with.

Come with me and you'll be In a world of pure imagination Take a look and you'll see Into your imagination We'll begin with a spin Traveling in the world of my creation What we'll see will defy explanation

9. Mr. Sandman

He falls asleep, thinking to himself if there is a way to feel this longing that has been building inside him for quite some time during these lonely evenings in House of Hope, when all he did was waiting, wondering if Raphael would come to him or no. Next thing you know, Tav enters the boudoir...

Mr. Sandman, bring me a dream Make her the cutest that I've ever seen Give her two lips like roses and clover And tell her that her lonely nights are over Sandman, I'm so alone Don't have nobody to call my own Please turn on your magic beam Mr. Sandman, bring me a dream

PART 2: HAARLEP MEETS TAV

Haarlep leaned on the railing of the balcony and gazed thoughtfully into the distance. The grey ash-covered mountains drowned in a reddish haze. The ground beneath them was laced with a web of rifts, their bottomless depths blazing with lava flares. Dirty, colourless clouds drifted In the sky above the crooked-toothed mountain peaks. Avernus in all its ugliness.

His forked tongue lashed out of his mouth and wetted his parched lips. He drew in the air, heavy with dust that settled thickly in his lungs, and spat irritably over the balustrade.

He couldn’t resist tasting her, he just couldn’t. Damned girl.

Haarlep was used to being starved in the House of Hope. The howls of the damned souls and the flesh of devils were not sustaining in the slightest, and over the years, he just had to learn to control his hunger. There was certainly nothing good about it. Haarlep was weaker than he could be, it was harder for him to conjure magic, and sometimes in the mornings his veins painfully twisted into poisonous threads. It was the ache he could only relieve with exhausting, concentration-demanding meditation.

Haarlep's mind slipped into the vivid memories of yesterday.

Yesterday, he dreamed of his past life again… Feasts, masquerades, balls in the mortal world, where he could drink from four or five mortals in a course of a single evening, or even sneak around and drain a soul out of some petty wretch. And that last orgy at the Duke’s mansion? Haarlep closed his eyes and his nose tickled with the scent of the freshest rainbow caviar, which swam in the belly of a fish in the waters of Calimport the day before. His ears rang with the laughter of the young noblewomen, who used to lose their composure after the third glass of sparkling wine, pretending not to notice the lewd glances of the men smoking cigars in the half-dark corners of the room. And Haarlep… He was sitting in the centre of the hall on a golden throne — the Lord of that den of debauchery! — whilst the mortals were crawling on their knees, their faces drooping with lust, their hands reaching out to him as if he were their god… The memories ran through his body in a searing wave, and Haarlep involuntarily craned his neck, arching his back. Things had been different in his past life. The one he had before he fell to his knees in the presence of Mephistopheles.

Yesterday, when he opened his eyes and saw her in the Boudoir, Haarlep thought he was still dreaming. How could he have restrained himself? And was there any point in restraint?

Oh, how delicious she was… Her life essence flowed through his veins, blossoming with a long-forgotten arousal in his chest. Perhaps his starvation was to blame, but she tasted divine. Nothing like any other mortal he had had before. Purposeful, ambitious, a little naive, she opened herself to him like a soft book with a flowery spine and golden embossing, allowing him to drink in her deepest desires, fears, and dreams. And he did drink… At the moment of her climax, in the deep caverns of her soul, he tasted submission, desire to please, an urge to earn praise. Ah, if only he had a little more time! He would have guided her and under his tender yet insistent touch she would have unfurled like a beautiful flower in an overgrown garden. He would have nudged her to fall headfirst into the abyss of her darkest desires.

But he didn’t have enough time. It was all over in a flash. For some puzzling reason, she didn’t grab the Hammer and just slipped away unnoticed.

The faint scent of her arousal still lingered in the Boudoir, making Haarlep violently run his claws over his neck, crossing the impeccable skin with red brown marks. He had been hungry before, but now he was famished. All night after they’d met, he spent tossing and turning in bed, the silk sheets thrown to the floor, his fingers digging into the pillow.

Haarlep closed his eyes, which were stinging as if they were filled with sand, and rubbed the bridge of his nose nervously.

He must see her again.

He would sneak out of the House of Hope, follow the scent of her thoughts, and catch her again.

Consequences be damned.

10. Me and Mr Wolf

Hey little girl, you look so nice In the pretty red dress with those pretty black eyes Hello Mr. Wolf, oh what a surprise To find you here so deep in the night My dear little girl, what's the rush? How about supper, just the two of us? Oh Mr. Wolf, you want me to stay But I fear we'll regret it one day

11. Out Of Control — Haarlep

I watched her feet move, her hips they sway Does a hair flip then starts to say Oh my god, it's my favorite song I pull her close and she sings along We can't slow down even if we tried If the record keeps spinning so will I She likes disco and tastes like a tear Tells me don't stop dancing and she's pulling me near

12. Kill of the Night— Haarlep

The street's a liar I'm gonna lure you into the dark My cold desire To hear the boom, boom, boom of your heart I'm gonna catch ya I'm gonna get ya, get ya, oh, oh-oh I wanna taste the way that you bleed, oh You're my kill of the night

13. Terrible Thing — Tav

Oh for you, you terrible thing, you Terrible thing, you Terrible thing, you Beautiful thing Mm, you beautiful thing A wreck, a wreck you make You leave, you leave me in your wake Oh honey, let me go Aha, aha, don't you let me go

14. Tongues and Teeth — Haarlep

I've grown a mouth so sharp and cruel It's all that I can give to you, my dear And when you come in quick to steal a kiss My teeth will only cut your lips, my dear And I know that you mean so well But I am not a vessel for your good intent I will only break your pretty things I will only wring you dry of everything But if you're fine with that You can be mine like that

15. Horns — Tav

She got blood cold as ice And a heart made of stone But she keeps me alive She's the beast in my bones She gets everything she wants When she gets me alone Like it's nothin' She got two little horns And they get me a little bit

16. if u think i'm pretty

If you think I'm pretty, lay your hands on me Know you can't stop thinkin' 'bout it I know that you're shitty and you're bad for me But I can't stop thinkin' 'bout it Said you needed love, but you're only here for sex, and And I'm dyin' to be next Killed me once before, I just come back more obsessed with you

17. When You Say My Name — Haarlep

And does it scare you That I already know what you're into? You can say lеss, I bet I can guess That you say whatevеr to get me undressed Double dare you, tell me two lies Don't need no truths 'Cause I can see right through you You're no good at pretend I’m using your tricks that you use with your friends I like the way your mouth moves The way you say my name

18. Dirty Thoughts — Tav

I get dirty thoughts about you They get worse when I'm without you Does that mean that I'm going to hell? Or are you thinking them as well? But when you hold me In the fantasy, it's so convincing I shouldn't think the things I'm thinking But now I've gone and let them sink in

19. Eat You — Haarlep

Cause you've been sticky with your tricky words And I would crumble like a humble bird Now you're so tender with an ear I can bend And tell you how I feel I go hungry every night But not this time around I'm gonna eat you, you're my desire I'm gonna sharpen all my teeth and build a fire I'm gonna eat you, cook and defeat you I'm gonna breathe you in my lungs and make you mine

20. Sugar Water — Tav

My boy’s got a sharp twist, no, he’s wicked in the heart Feeds me sugar water just to keep me alive Saw him in my dreams again He’s wiping down the fingerprints Press so hard I float up to the sky It’s kind of tripping me up, babе I’ve got it bad for you Laying back sipping sugar water I’m so weak for thе things you do

21. salvation — Haarlep

Sleep with me Worship me Pray like I’m your god Find the light in my voice Treat us like it’s blasphemy Pray we don’t get caught Let me be your only choice I’ll deny you of salvation I’ll be the reason you repent Kiss me like I’m a conviction Beg for divinity in my breath

22. Pretty In The Dark — Haarlep

I want All the power and the pain I’ll love you in the flames Just tell me that you're mine I’ll be your beautiful obsession Center of attention That’s just what I like Run through your veins Got your heart to keep Calling my name Get down on your knees

23. A Dangerous Thing — Tav

Something about you is soft like an angel And something inside you is violence and danger I knew from the moment we met, you are a dangerous thing When you are with me, I feel like I'm living And living besides you can be unforgiving I knew from the very first step, you are a dangerous thing

PART 3: WHEN THE GAME TURNED SERIOUS

“What do you dream of?”

Haarlep lazily opened his eyes at the soft caressing sound of her voice. Just like always after their little romps, he was in a state of blissful indulgence, like a cat who got the cream. Usually, he would wait out the indolent peak of his satiety and then disappear from her sight again, bestowing her with a dazzling smile and a graceful flick of his wrist as a kiss goodbye. But today, for some reason, he felt overwhelmingly lazy and reluctant to leave.

He glanced down at her little head, which rested perfectly in the dent under his collarbone. The look on her face was pensive, and her delicate features were slightly tinged with a subtle sadness of some sort.

“I dream of having a unicorn,” he muttered.

“Really?” she perked up, but her eyes narrowed upon seeing his snickering grin. She grudgingly elbowed Haarlep in the side, eliciting a little chuckle from him. “I’m asking you seriously.”

“Look at me, mouse. Are these eyes capable of telling untruths?” he batted his eyelashes innocently.

She sighed, but smiled with her lips only and didn’t ask further. The predawn silence enveloped them once more, as the morning light was just beginning to bloom in the sky. The first tinkling glints of sunlight seeped through the open windows, and a biting daybreak rolled down their shoulders with chill.

She shivered and snuggled closer to him. She smelled of sex, girlish sweat, floral honey, and something else he couldn’t quite put his finger on. He inhaled her scent deeply, and the corner of his lips tugged up in a slight smile against his will.

Haarlep was brimming with her life essence, and the barely perceptible magical connection still weaved between them, leaving the flavour of her thoughts on his lips. Her mind was emanating feelings and emotions that, to his incubus sense, were as tangible as her warm shoulder under his palm. He felt she wanted him to ask. But he didn’t ask.

No. He had no desire to ask.

“And what do you dream of, little mouse?” The words slipped from his lips involuntarily, clearly having a mind of their own.

“I want to go back to the Feywild someday. To see the place where I grew up again. To see the old oak grove, and the Falls of the Rejected Bride… To see where my parents are buried.”

Haarlep slid the tip of his tongue over his lips, feeling the bitter tang of her sadness in his mouth, and it made him feel unimaginably wistful.

“What a marvellous dream you have, my dear — to visit a graveyard of memories and bodies.” He snorted and let out a cynical hum. “You should dream of visiting the shores of Lake Esmel in Amn. The sun is warm on the skin, the men, and women have a true lust for life, and the wine there is absolutely fabulous…”

“Oh, that’s not what I meant at all,” she muttered quietly.

He sighed.

“I know, little mouse,” Haarlep murmured, pressing his lips to the top of her head, kissing her ashy hair. He closed his eyes and drew in her sadness with his nose. Damn, even her sadness tasted divine.

“Are you going soon?” she asked timidly. Her voice quivered with an unspoken hope.

Haarlep was silent. He took a deep breath again, deliberately intoxicating himself with her very nature.

“I’ll stay a little longer.”

24. FU In My Head — Tav

Take me closer, take my clothes off Oh I fantasize If I'm honest, it's more fun when you can't read my mind Sometimes I fuck you in my head I let you touch me when I'm lonely in my bed I wanna scream, but hold my breath The kinda thing that you would rather leave unsaid I got dirty wishes on my mind But you will never ever know that I I like to fuck you in my head You make me scream when there's nobody Just the thought of your body

25. Devil On My Shoulder — Tav

Every time I think I'm free, you're calling me Your love pulling me right back down Can't believe that I keep coming back But you make me feel so good I swore I'd never dance with you again Keep safe from the devil on my shoulder But you know me so well And you drag me to Hell I can't keep safe from the devil on my Keep safe from the devil on my shoulder

26. Maniac — Tav

You play girls like a man, but your eyes are like a child Your face is cool and calm, but your hair is wrecked and wild You hide behind your metaphors and pray that no one sees The fare behind your poker face: your dark and twisted needs Your fragile heart and your paper skin Such a beautiful boy filled with so much sin Your reflection is your very worst enemy Behind the glass is an angel, but the devil's beneath Let me in, wear me out Let me in, wear me out

27. You — Haarlep

What I would do to get into your head Crawl out my body into yours instead Swim through your veins all day and every fiber Raid your brain and all your desires If you only knew I would do anything For a taste of you I would do anything Just to see inside And no one else will do All that I want is to be you

28. the fruits — Tav

My love, are you the devil? I would worship you instead of him I have no time for confession For I'm too busy committing sins My love, you're something special I never met someone like you You made me fall from Heaven But I know just what I do But I don't I feel your hands grabbing my throat As you say

29. Rule #34 — Haarlep

I love that you shake When I ravage your skin It's so easy to bite with your hands pinned Shadows dancing on the sheets If you obey I might give you a treat Right now you're mine All mine Give in, you're mine All mine You look so good There on your knees Such a good girl, knows how to please Look at me, look me in the еyes Forget yourself Surrеnder your mind

30. Lovesick in Public — Tav

Last night you really got in my head How’d I get hung up on what you did When all you did was kiss my neck My cheek's red like a cherry Help me cause I am berry Lovesick in public I’m hooked on the way that you taste I know I’m headed for heartbreak

31. Good Looking — Tav

Play casino holes of my eyeballs Roll the dice on my thighs You stopped for breath and I sped up Just to impress you The skyline falls as I try to make sense of it all I thought I'd uncovered your secrets but, turns out, there's more You adored me before Oh, my good looking boy

32. You Put a Spell on Me — Haarlep

Before I hunt you down Grab your chin and kiss your lips You bring me back I lay you down and grab your hips And we lose all control And before you know it I put a spell on you Now you're mine I've got a hold on you, at least for the night

33. Keep It Down — Haarlep

You shoot me up through the clouds I’m a hero in your mouth I'm the sickness you found I'm the fever you're about While I throw you around You're gonna scream ... Shhh: girl keep it down The scars you leave on my back A painting of your attack You're biting down on my fist I know you cannot resist

34. Good Looking — Tav

Pressure on my lips I die for just one kiss Wake, I can't resist Could I be dreaming this? How do I fake it with another man? How do I love him on the weekend? How do I listen to another man? How do I get off on the weekend? You're in my heart, in my heart, in my head

35. So Damn Into You — Haarlep

Can I have you forever? Every single night It started with a bang Don’t know how you got me so messed up But baby I won’t ever get enough, oh 'Cause I’m so damn into you I’m so damn into you

36. From Persephone — Tav

No, I wasn't threatened Mother, I was not bound No, I wasn't carried Off on his three headed hound 'Cause I packed my own bag, found my own way Down into the underground See, mama, he may seem gruesome But he's even got a dog And don't you know that death is A very stable job? 'Cause I love my baby, tall, dark Hades Lord of death is down on his knees for me

37. Hearts a Mess — Tav

Pick apart the pieces of your heart And let me peer inside Let me in where only your thoughts have been Let me occupy your mind as you do mine You have lost too much love To fear, doubt and distrust, it's not enough You just threw away the key to your heart Don't get burned 'cause nothing gets through It makes it easier, easier on you That much more difficult for me To make you see

38. Closer — Haarlep

I wanna fuck you like an animal I wanna feel you from the inside I wanna fuck you like an animal My whole existence is flawed You get me closer to God You can have my isolation You can have the hate that it brings You can have my absence of faith You can have my everything

39. Choke — Tav

You are a shadow Following me where I go I'd be better without you What are you doing to me? I'm suffocating Don't know how to explain it But I feel like I'm fading What are you doing to me? Loosen your grip before I choke Can't catch my breath, I'm gonna choke I wish that you'd just let me go I don't want this, I promise, just leave me alone Loosen your grip beforе I-

40. she calls me daddy — Haarlep

It might be a little superficial She plays with the boys But she comes home to me Little fucked up but I think it's official ’Cause she might be your girl But she's calling me daddy She's mi-i-i-ine She wears a collar with my name Secretive but not ashamed She's mi-i-i-ine But I'd never tie her down They always come around now

41. The Masochism Tango — Tav

I ache for the touch of your lips, dear But much more for the touch of your whips, dear You can raise welts like nobody else As we dance to the Masochism Tango Let our love be a flame, not an ember Say it's me that you want to dismember Blacken my eye, set fire to my tie As we dance to the Masochism Tango

42. Wicked Game

The world was on fire, and no one could save me but you It's strange what desire will make foolish people do I never dreamed that I'd meet somebody like you And I never dreamed that I'd lose somebody like you What a wicked game to play To make me feel this way What a wicked thing to do To let me dream of you

PART 4: OBSESSION

“Say it! I want to hear you say it!” It was not a spoken word, but a rasping growl that erupted from his chest. He loomed over her, with his back rounded, and bristled, like a wild beast over its prey.

His fingers clenched harder on her throat.

She dug her small fingernails into his straining arm. Wet strands of her fringe clung to her forehead, covered in beads of sweat. Her eyebrows were raised piteously, her emerald eyes fixed on his face. She parted her plump cherry lips wide as she gulped in the rhythmic breaths of air.

“I am yours,�� she replied hoarsely. “I am yours, Haarlep. Yours… Haarlep! Haarlep. Haarley…”

He growled again and thrust his hips into hers with abandon. She cried out, running her trembling fingers through his wavy black hair, pulling it gently. Her emotions exploded like fireworks in his mind, blurring in coloured circles under his closed eyelids. He pushed his hips against hers like a man possessed, drowning in her sweet surrender. She was under him, and she was everywhere, enveloping him like a raging torrent. Her fragility tingled along his spine, her sincerity squeezed his heart like a vice, her vulnerability stroked him with hundreds of gentle fingers, her trust filled his very being with a velvety warmth.

He couldn’t drink enough of her, couldn’t inhale her with his full lungs. He could barely restrain himself from devouring her whole without a shred left.

As always with her, the pulsing life essence flowed easily, like a chiming stream, she gave it to him willingly. Despite the intoxicating madness threatening to overwhelm him, he tried to take as little as possible so as not to hurt his little mouse in any way.

“You’re driving me mad,” he growled into her ear in a frenzy, his fingers on her neck tightening into a bruising grip.

“I want you to go mad! Lose your mind! Go insane! For me…”

His hips picked up a punishing rhythm

She shrieked and dug her nails into his shoulders, forcing him to arch his back. Clenched like a spring, she stiffened and quivered beneath him, out of breath. Her consciousness blazed like a bonfire on Midsummer Night, spilling her life essence. It crushed him like a storm wave, drowning him in rapture. With the last thrust, Haarlep froze and shuddered, feeling the physical bliss merge with the cascade of her emotions flashing in his mind.

He collapsed on top of her, pressing himself against her hot chest, nuzzling his nose into the crook of her neck. She wrapped her legs around his hips, unwilling to let him go, pulling him greedily against her body. Her hoarse and frequent breathing burned his temple.

“Yours… Yours… And you are mine. My Haarley…” she whispered, choking on euphoria, trembling with delight.

With a growl that shook his chest, he slipped his arms under her back, pulling her close, so tight that it was probably hard for her to breathe.

“What have you done to me, mouse?” he exhaled, his whisper tinted with a hint of desperation and confusion.

“I bewitched you. Enchanted you, spellbound you, charmed you, beguiled you. Now you’re not going anywhere.”

For a few moments, only their laboured breaths echoed in the silence of their secret sanctuary.

"I am not,” he agreed and captured her sweet lips in a tender kiss.

43. I Wanna Be Yours — Haarlep

Let me be your 'leccy meter An' I'll never run out Let me be the portable heater That you'll get cold without I wanna be your setting lotion (Wanna be) Hold your hair in deep devotion (How deep?) At least as deep as the Pacific Ocean I wanna be yours

44. The Cult Of Dionysus

I'm feeling devious You're looking glamorous Let's get mischievous And polyamorous Wine and women and wonderful vices Welcome to the cult of Dionysus Run, run, run away Just take my hand and we'll abandon this world We'll wash those tears away You're young and beautiful, and I'll love you always We got no time for pain When it's just you and me in ecstasy

45. Angel of Small Death & the Codeine Scene — Haarlep

I watch the work of my kin, bold and boyful Toying somewhere between love and abuse Calling to join them the wretched and joyful Shaking the wings of their terrible youths Freshly disowned in some frozen devotion No more alone or myself could I be Lurched like a stray to the arms that were open No shortage of sordid, no protest from me

46. Obsessed With You — Haarlep

Your smile sets my heart aflame Electrocute me with your eyes The very mention of your name My stomach fills with butterflies Your love is better than cocaine I need you more than oxygen I've got it bad again An O-B-S-E-S-S-I-O-N But I want to get next to you Yeah, I love all the things you do I want to get close to you You are my dream come true I want to have sex with you Your sweet caress won't do Cause I'm obsessed with you

47. Misery Meat — Tav

You want a taste of my brain? Okay, it's yours anyway A bite of my eye? Alright I won't put up a fight As you open up my ribs the blood flows out like a river You strip my bones away as you indulge in my liver And the more that I am in pain The more that you'll gain And to me, that seems like a pretty fair trade

48. High Enough — Haarlep

Do you see anyone other than me? Baby, please I'll take a hit of whatever you got, maybe two, maybe three Oh, you're phenomenal, feel like a domino, fall to my knees I am a malady, you are my galaxy, my sweet relief I used to like liquor to get me inspired But you look so beautiful, my new supplier I used to like smoking to stop all the thinking But I found a different buzz

49. Dear Alice (Rainy Days) — Haarlep

I'm losing my faith in you, my long-lost friend, Alice Roses have lost their colors And it's breaking my heart (Ah) You take my breath away And I don't know what to do And I don't know what to do Before you say your last word That makes me want To lay you down I'll kiss, I'll touch, I'll cut you into the pieces And you feel the same And you'll know my crave And you'll see that I'm The only one for you

50. I Am Your Skin — Haarlep

I wanna be your skin I wanna feel everything you feel I will be your covering And I will hide you inside of me With every breath in harmony I wanna be your skin I wanna be your covering

51. Desire — Haarlep

Baby, I wanna touch you I wanna breathe into your will See, I gotta hunt you I gotta bring you to my hell Baby, I wanna fuck you I wanna feel you in my bones Boy, I'm gonna love you I'm gonna tear into your soul

52. Obsessed — Tav

I wanna feel you in my arms Hold you hostage in my heart It’s true 'Cause I'm so obsessed with you Your every word, I pick apart Down to the punctuation marks All you do 'Cause I'm so obsessed with you Oh, with you

53. Spiracle — Haarlep

I want the parts of you You only show to the birds outside your bedroom window I want the teeth that you lost as a child That you hide in a box under your pillow I want your secrets, your clementine fields The ropes that you climb up, the parts that won't heal I want your safe word, your passive resistance The sickness you foster, your favorite addictions And I want your nightmares, the ghost in your doorway Your paralyzed sleeping, your- (Aaaah) I want you butterfly, I want you sailor I am your lover and I am your jailor

PART 5: VANILLA CREAM FLAVOUR

“All right. Take it off.”

Smirking, Haarlep pulled the silk blindfold off, and smiled at her ruddy face and eyes sparkling with mirth. He raised his gaze and looked ahead.

From the high hill where they sat, they could see Baldur’s Gate harbour buzz lazily beneath them. It was slowly preparing to shake off the last cargoes, sigh with its sleepy waves, and retire to rest for the day. The half sunk into the bay of the Chionthar River, casting a golden shimmering glow over its rippling surface. Haarlep lowered his eyes. Before him, on the blanket spread on the ground, she laid out small plates packed with all sorts of savoury delicacies. One was filled with green grapes and strawberries, the other with neatly arranged cheese and sausages, appetisingly glistening with fat. Nearby stood bowls of buns and sweet rolls of various kinds.

“Somehow this picnic looks suspiciously like a date,” he placed a finger on his chin with feigned thoughtfulness.

She shook her head.

“A date? What a silly thing to say. We’re going to unromantically stuff our faces with this unappetising food, that’s all there is to it,” she tossed a grape into the air. He caught it, and it burst in his mouth, spraying sweet juice on his tongue.

Haarlep sank to the grass and rested his head in her lap. She immediately ran her nimble fingers through his hair, stroking it absent-mindedly, as she was gazing out into the distance, at the orange sun setting in Chionthar.

They were silent. Haarlep had long ago realised that it was nice to be silent with her.

Wide over the water resounded the shouts of the workers, who wrapped up the unloading of the last fishing schooner. A loud crack of a wooden crate breaking reached their ears, accompanied by the selected swearing of the cargo handlers.

“You know, I’ve come to realise one rather curious thing,” Haarlep mused thoughtfully. “I know very little about mortals.”

“How so?” she snapped out of her reverie and, for a moment, stopped flicking through his hair and looked down at him. “You can reach into the most secret nooks and crannies of a person’s mind, find out things about them that even they themselves are unaware of.”

“Yes. Except I was looking for a very different thing.”

She continued to stroke him, running the silky strands of his hair through her fingers, as she studied him with an expectant gaze. Haarlep noticed how sweetly she always nibbled on her lower lip when she was curious, and smiled at his observation.

“I’ve always looked for the weaknesses, to see what buttons I can push to get what I need from a mortal, and I’ve always succeeded. I searched into their past. Their traumas, their fears, their most depraved sexual experiences and lusts. All other sides of humanity were always foreign to me. I considered them useless. But after glimpsing into your head, I changed my mind.”

She raised her arched eyebrows, and Haarlep’s mind responded to her emotion. Her sudden sky-blue surprise flashed before his inner gaze, her wonder glided tenderly over his arms like a soft caress. And amidst it all, there was something else — a subtle, salty undertone, tinged with pure, unadulterated hope.

Lately, she had been emitting life essence a little at a time almost constantly, and Haarlep didn’t even need to do anything to elicit it. He had never encountered something like this before. He had to resist the temptation to indulge his innate greed and delve into her. The trust she exhibited never ceased to amaze him.

“I became curious and looked a little deeper. I’ve seen your strength, tasted your fascination with the world, touched your thoughts about the future. And that’s just a small portion of you. There’s so much more...”

He grinned and shook his head slightly.

“I can’t believe it never occurred to me to do this before.” He fell silent halfway through the sentence, and sank deeper into his thoughts, but after a moment he smiled at her again and added, “I guess I just didn’t care. But with you, little mouse, everything is different. Perhaps you did bewitch me?”

“Of course I did. I have a witch’s eye.”

She leaned closer, rolling her eyes and made a funny face, eliciting a laugh from him. Oh, what a dummy.

Delighted that she had managed to humour him, she straightened up again.

“How does it feel to drink the life essence of a human?”

“Oh, it’s the most marvellous feeling.”

Haarlep sighed, and his gaze drifted towards the sky. The cirrus clouds scattered like weightless pinkish-orange silk threads across the deep blue canvas. Their weightlessness and ephemeral nature made him think they were about to dissolve right before his eyes, but they froze in the sky like translucent butterflies caught on a pin.

“Life essence differs from mortal to mortal,” he continued. “It contains their unique nature. In the moments of supreme physical delight, the mortal becomes vulnerable enough for an incubus to harvest it with ease. It’s like crushing a ripe peach in your hand and catching its sweet juice with your lips. The essence is coloured by human emotions and feelings, and each one we can taste, like a hint of flavour in a wine.”

She hummed thoughtfully and twisted a small strand of his hair around her index finger.

“It does sound marvellous.”

Haarlep shifted his gaze to her.

“Every emotion is not only a taste but also a colour, a smell, and sometimes even a sense of a touch. For instance, when I pin your wrists to the bed above your head, you quiver so sweetly… I feel a prickly shiver run down my spine, and you smell like the first snowdrop on an early Alturiak morning: meltwater, almonds, and a promise of warmth.”

She blushed, and an embarrassed smile flickered across her lips. Haarlep smiled back at her.

“It’s like I feel the world with your skin and through you. Your senses mingle with mine, your consciousness flows into mine, the reality bursts with new colours and expands like a star exploding.” He reached out and cupped her cheek, stroking it gently with his thumb. “I love looking at this world with you. I see things I never knew existed before.”

She closed her eyes for a moment, surrendering to his caressing touch.

There it was. Again. He felt it again.

“You know, there’s something quite mysterious about your life essence. No matter how many times I taste it, I can’t figure it out…” he frowned, and his hand fell limply to the grass along his body. “Every feeling and thought you have, they all have the same tinge, the same unknown flavour to me. Something very soft and sweet and enveloping, like… like…”

Haarlep fell silent, trying to find the words to describe this incredible sensation that made him want to squeeze his eyes shut. One that spreads with homely warmth through his body, rolls with tenderness across his tongue, drips from his fingertips akin to molasses.

“Like vanilla cream?” she suggested.

He fired a glare at her.

“Yes! Sounds about right…”

She blushed even more and turned her face to the setting sun again.

Of course, she knew what that vanilla-cream flavour of her feelings was.

And deep down, so did he.

54. Life Worth Living — Tav

Take what you need, darling I'm just here for you Ooh ooh ooh ooh (oh) Give me your love and Physical affection Ooh ooh ooh ooh Give me the worst of you to hold You to take me to the heavens Give me the best of all your grace You make life worth living

55. Love Like You — End Credits — Haarlep

If I could begin to be Half of what you think of me I could do about anything I could even learn how to love When I see the way you act Wondering when I'm coming back I could do about anything I could even learn how to love like you

56. Hardest of Hearts — Tav

There is love in your body but you can't hold it in It pours from your eyes and spills from your skin Tenderest touch leaves the darkest of marks And the kindest of kisses break the hardest of hearts There is love in your body but you can't get it out It gets stuck in your head, won't come out of your mouth Sticks to your tongue and it shows on your face That the sweetest of words have the bitterest taste Darling heart, I loved you from the start But you'll never know what a fool I've been

57. I Might As Well Die With You — Haarlep

Oh baby When I see your face Too beautiful for this place Don't let the vice and the bad deals Let it go to waste Over and over and over again Oh baby Spiraling out of control God save me Falling in love at the end of world Just take me now What’s the use? I Might as well die with you

58. Souls on Fire — Tav

Do you feel the burn between our hearts Souls on fire A strange desire Have you given in To this ancient ritual I don’t know how long we’ve been apart But we’re the same old souls playing different parts Same old souls playing different parts Picking up the broken pieces of our hearts

59. She — Haarlep

This is the song that started this playlist and it happened so that it ends it. A huge heartfelt thank you to @mina-astarvara for sharing it with me in the first place.

She may be the face I can’t forget A trace of pleasure or regret May be my treasure or the prize I have to pay She may be the reason I survive The why and wherefore I’m alive The one I’ll care for through the rough And ready years Me, I’ll take her laughter and her tears I’ll make them all my souvenirs Oh, where she goes I’ve got to be The meaning of my life is she

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fuck it. ethan hair ranking

it's saturday im bored i don't want to practice mozart anymore. let's go

I'm gonna rank bottom to top this time and include visual aids. none of my choices are going to be much of a surprise to anyone who knows my particular tastes I think.

7. Dead Reckoning Part 1

Ethan is just gorgeous in this movie but his hair doesn’t do it for me. It’s short enough that it can’t have the same personality as it does at Fallout or MI1 length. It looks good on him! But it’s kinda flat. It's just fine. Also it doesn’t strike me as being a character choice so much as a “McQ likes TC’s hair better short” choice

6. Fallout

I would like to formally apologize to arc @callmearcturus i am sorry for slandering your boy like this. I love him too. fallout ethan is objectively the finest look that ethan has ever had I love him even above my dearly beloved MI1 ethan. He's deeply beautiful and i love him so much my heart hurts. but for me it's not the hair it's the Vibes. the vibes are here but the hair is just. it's a haircut. It's just normal to me, it’s floofy which I appreciate but. still. It’s a nice looking cut. Good for cosplaying a man. Utilitarian. It works well on Ethan but it doesn't capture my fascination.

5. MI3

it might also be time for me to formally apologize to mar @malewifebillcage for slandering her boy.......mi3 ethan's hair is also just a cut to me. and objectively i think the fallout cut even looks better on him. but I love MI3 hair dearly and deeply for character reasons because it’s such an aggressively rom com cut it really feels like Ethan googled “house husband” for reference pics. so i like it better cause it amuses me

4. MI1

I'd like to formally apologize to myself for slandering my own boy. (Also Luther in the back hi Luther I love you.) Ethan's hair in this movie is also excellent characterization and provides a perfect baseline for all my Ethan Hunt hair meta thoughts. And it’s so expressive! I love how spiky it is! That being said while it has a lot of personality it is simply not as aesthetically gorgeous to me as some of the cuts I ranked higher. MI1 Ethan I’m sorry

3. Rogue Nation

rogue nation Ethan literally takes my breath away at times with how beautiful he is. I am obsessed with the subtle length and swoop and the way it falls over his forehead. It’s the kind of hair that says “I had my gender crisis years ago and decided my gender was Gorgeous”. And yet it isn’t Character Driven enough for me to have it at the top

2. MI2

mi2 hair i think about you all the time.

both rich in Character Implication and mind-blowingly pretty. This is his hot girl summer hair his cherry bomb by the runaways hair it’s his ‘blew up my dad who wants me’ hair. It’s so far from the MI1 ingenue that it leaves manwhore in the dust and wraps back around to ingenue again. This is the hair of a man (????) who is trying so very hard to be absolutely anything other than what he is that he becomes exactly what he doesn’t like being. Every single image of him with this hair is like a masterclass in gender and rebellion and trauma and self discovery. and I Want To Run My Hands Through It.

But! there is something about the MI2 hair that feels. Styled and calculated and superficial. Hair for an Effect. Which is part of what I love about it! It’s also why this hair isn’t my absolute favorite. That title goes to:

Ghost Protocol

Ghost Protocol hair my absolute fucking beloved. What tips this hair over the edge for me is the way it looks when he’s tired and disheveled, in the prison breakout scene, in the car after the Kremlin, etc. This hair feels so natural for him, it’s a bit wild and floppy and makes him look kinda like a Creature instead of a man (I mean this in the most flattering way possible). He’s not trying to claim gender the way he is in MI2 or MI3, he’s…doing his own thing. It’s somehow both a utilitarianism and an indulgence. He’s not trying to fit in anywhere, he’s not trying to be anything, he’s in his base state and it’s fucking gorgeous. I guess for me this is the thing—MI4 is the movie where Ethan doesn’t have to function as a member of society, and has been free of functioning as a member of society for a while now. And this is the result. I could stare at him forever<3

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Top Digital Marketing Trends to Watch in 2025

As a Best Freelancer Digital Marketer In Palakkad we step deeper into the fast-paced digital world, 2025 is already shaping up to be a game-changing year for marketers. Technology, consumer behavior, and global dynamics are evolving rapidly — and so should our strategies. Whether you're a business owner, a startup founder, or a fellow digital marketer, staying ahead of the trends is essential.

Here are the top digital marketing trends to watch in 2025:

1. AI-Powered Marketing Will Be Mainstream

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a buzzword — it's the engine behind everything from customer service chatbots to personalized content recommendations. In 2025, AI tools like ChatGPT, MidJourney, and automation platforms will be used to craft content, optimize campaigns, and enhance user experience in real-time.

Pro tip: Leverage AI to automate mundane tasks and focus on strategy and creativity.

2. Hyper-Personalization Will Drive Conversions

Generic messages are dead. Consumers now expect brands to understand their preferences, behavior, and intent. With the help of advanced analytics and first-party data, brands will create ultra-targeted content, emails, and offers.

Example: E-commerce platforms will serve unique homepages to different users based on browsing history and location.

3. Voice Search & Smart Assistants Are Growing

With the rise of smart speakers and mobile voice assistants, voice search optimization is a must. In 2025, more than 60% of searches may be voice-based. Brands need to optimize for conversational keywords and FAQs.

Action point: Start creating content that sounds natural when spoken aloud.

4. Short-Form Video Remains King

Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, TikTok — short-form video is here to stay. In 2025, expect platforms to double down on this format with new monetization tools and discoverability features.

Strategy tip: Invest in authentic, value-driven video content. Consistency is more important than perfection.

5. Privacy-First Marketing Will Dominate

With increasing regulations like GDPR, and the phasing out of third-party cookies, marketers must prioritize ethical data use. First-party data collection (via signups, polls, etc.) will be more important than ever.

Solution: Build trust by being transparent with data collection and use tools that comply with privacy laws.

6. Influencer Marketing Gets Niche

Instead of chasing big influencers, brands are now working with micro and nano influencers who have loyal, engaged communities. In 2025, ROI-focused influencer partnerships will outperform one-off brand deals.

Idea: Partner with local creators who align with your brand values.

7. SEO Evolves with AI and Semantic Search

Google and other search engines are becoming more sophisticated. In 2025, keyword stuffing won’t work — semantic relevance, user intent, and E-E-A-T (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness) will be key.

Tip: Focus on helpful content, not just rankings. Google rewards real value.

Final Thoughts

Digital marketing in 2025 is all about authenticity, adaptability, and agility. As a freelance digital marketer based in Palakkad, I’ve seen how local businesses can thrive when they embrace innovation early.

If you're a brand looking to stay ahead in this evolving digital landscape, now is the time to upgrade your strategy and ride the trends — not chase them after they’ve peaked.

Let’s connect! Feel free to message me if you need help implementing these strategies for your business.

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Oral Surgeon SEO Guide: How to Boost Your Practice Online

In today’s digital world, having a strong online presence is essential for any healthcare professional — and oral surgeons are no exception. Patients often turn to the internet when searching for specialized medical services, making SEO (Search Engine Optimization) a powerful tool to attract new clients. If you’re an oral surgeon looking to grow your practice, mastering SEO can set you apart from your competitors and help you reach more patients effectively.

This Oral surgeon SEO guide will walk you through the key strategies and tips to optimize your online visibility, generate quality leads, and establish your practice as a trusted authority in oral surgery.

Why Oral Surgeon SEO is Critical

Most patients begin their search for oral surgeons online. According to recent studies, over 80% of people use search engines like Google to find local healthcare providers. If your practice doesn’t appear on the first page of search results, you could be missing out on valuable patient inquiries.

SEO helps your website rank higher in organic (non-paid) search results for relevant keywords. This means when someone types “oral surgeon near me” or “best oral surgeon for wisdom teeth removal,” your practice is more likely to show up prominently, driving more traffic to your site.

Step 1: Keyword Research for Oral Surgeons

Keywords are the foundation of SEO. They represent the words and phrases potential patients use when searching for oral surgery services.

Start with Core Keywords: Use phrases like “oral surgeon,” “oral surgery,” “wisdom teeth removal,” “dental implants,” and “jaw surgery.”

Include Local Keywords: Patients often look for services “near me” or by city. Add location-based keywords like “oral surgeon in [City]” or “[City] oral surgery clinic.”

Use Long-Tail Keywords: These are longer, more specific phrases like “best oral surgeon for dental implants in [City].” They tend to have less competition and attract highly targeted traffic.

Tools like Google Keyword Planner, Ahrefs, or SEMrush can help identify popular and relevant keywords for your practice.

Step 2: Optimize Your Website for SEO

Your website is your digital storefront — it needs to be easy to find and navigate.

On-Page SEO

Title Tags & Meta Descriptions: Ensure every page has a unique title tag incorporating your main keywords. Meta descriptions should be compelling and concise to improve click-through rates.

Headings: Use H1, H2, and H3 tags strategically, placing your target keywords naturally within them.

Content: Provide detailed, informative content about your services, procedures, and patient care. Aim for clear explanations of common oral surgery treatments to educate visitors.

Images: Use high-quality images and optimize them with descriptive alt text that includes keywords.

Mobile-Friendly Design: Since many patients search on their phones, a responsive website design is critical for SEO and user experience.

Technical SEO

Site Speed: Slow-loading websites hurt rankings. Compress images and streamline your code.

Secure Website (HTTPS): A secure site builds trust and is favored by search engines.

XML Sitemap: Submit a sitemap to Google Search Console to help search engines index your site efficiently.

Schema Markup: Implement schema for healthcare providers to enhance search listings with rich snippets like reviews, contact info, and services.

Step 3: Local SEO for Oral Surgeons

Local SEO is vital because most oral surgery patients look for providers nearby.

Google Business Profile: Claim and optimize your Google Business Profile. Ensure your address, phone number, hours, and website link are accurate.

Local Listings: Get listed on local directories such as Healthgrades, Yelp, and Zocdoc. Consistent NAP (Name, Address, Phone) info across all platforms improves local ranking.

Local Keywords: Use geo-targeted keywords in your website content and blog posts.

Gather Reviews: Encourage satisfied patients to leave positive Google reviews. Reviews boost trust and local SEO rankings.

Local Backlinks: Partner with local healthcare providers or organizations to earn backlinks from their websites.

Step 4: Content Marketing & Blogging

Creating high-quality content regularly is a great way to attract and engage visitors.

Educational Blog Posts: Write about common oral surgery topics such as “What to Expect After Wisdom Teeth Removal” or “Benefits of Dental Implants.”

Patient FAQs: Address frequently asked questions in blog posts or dedicated pages.

Video Content: Consider videos explaining procedures or patient testimonials to build trust.

Share Content on Social Media: Promote your blog posts on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to increase reach.

Content helps target long-tail keywords and builds your authority in the oral surgery field, improving overall SEO.

Step 5: Build Quality Backlinks

Backlinks are links from other websites pointing to your site. They act like “votes of confidence” in Google’s eyes.

Professional Associations: Get listed on dental or surgical professional directories.

Guest Blogging: Write articles for reputable health blogs or local business sites.

Community Involvement: Sponsor or participate in local events and get coverage on local news websites.

Patient Testimonials & Case Studies: Publish success stories that others want to share.

Aim for backlinks from authoritative, relevant sites to boost your domain authority and rankings.

Step 6: Monitor and Improve Your SEO

SEO is not a one-time task but an ongoing process.

Track Performance: Use tools like Google Analytics and Google Search Console to monitor your website traffic, keyword rankings, and user behavior.

Adjust Strategy: Based on data, refine keywords, update content, and fix technical issues.

Stay Updated: SEO best practices evolve constantly, so keep learning about algorithm changes and new trends.

Common SEO Mistakes to Avoid for Oral Surgeons

Ignoring Mobile Users: A non-responsive site will lose patients and rankings.

Keyword Stuffing: Overusing keywords can harm readability and SEO.

Neglecting Local SEO: Without local optimization, you miss the majority of patient searches.

Poor Website Navigation: Complicated menus frustrate visitors and increase bounce rates.

Not Encouraging Reviews: Reviews are essential for trust and local ranking.

Final Thoughts: Why Oral Surgeon SEO Matters

For oral surgeons, the competition is growing, and patients have more choices than ever. Investing in a robust SEO strategy means your practice will be visible, credible, and accessible when potential patients are searching online.

This Oral Surgeon SEO Guide is your blueprint to building a strong digital presence — from keyword research and website optimization to local SEO and content marketing. By implementing these strategies, you can attract more patients, improve your reputation, and grow your practice sustainably.

Ready to take your oral surgery practice to the next level? Start optimizing your website today and watch your patient base expand!

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Doctor SEO Guide: How Physicians Can Boost Their Online Presence and Attract More Patients

In today’s digital age, simply being a skilled doctor isn’t enough to grow your practice. Patients increasingly turn to Google and online search to find healthcare providers. If you want to stand out in a crowded market and attract more patients, you need a solid online presence. That’s where a Doctor SEO guidecomes in — helping you understand and implement the best search engine optimization strategies tailored for medical professionals.

What Is SEO and Why Does It Matter for Doctors?

SEO, or Search Engine Optimization, is the process of improving your website’s visibility on search engines like Google. When someone searches for a doctor or medical services in your area, you want your practice to appear on the first page of results. Why? Because studies show that over 90% of users never scroll past the first page. If you’re buried on page two or beyond, potential patients may never find you.

For doctors, SEO is especially critical because:

Patients research symptoms, treatments, and providers online before making appointments.

Medical services are highly local — people want doctors nearby.

Competition in healthcare is fierce, so standing out is essential.

A Doctor SEO guide helps you navigate the complex landscape of online marketing so you can attract patients organically through Google searches rather than relying only on paid ads or referrals.

Key Elements of an Effective Doctor SEO Strategy

Here are the main building blocks that every doctor should focus on when optimizing their online presence:

1. Optimize Your Website for Search Engines

Your website is the foundation of your online identity. To rank well on Google:

Use relevant keywords: Incorporate keywords like “best cardiologist in [city],” “pediatrician near me,” or “dermatologist for acne treatment.” Your Doctor SEO guide should emphasize researching keywords that potential patients use.

Create high-quality content: Publish articles or blog posts addressing common patient questions, conditions, and treatments. This not only attracts traffic but also builds trust.

Mobile-friendly design: Most patients search on smartphones, so your site must load quickly and display correctly on all devices.

Clear contact info: Make it easy for visitors to book appointments by prominently displaying your phone number, address, and online booking forms.

2. Claim and Optimize Your Google Business Profile

Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business) is essential for local SEO. It allows your practice to show up in Google Maps and local search results. To optimize:

Verify your listing.

Fill out every detail — hours, services, photos, and specialties.

Encourage patients to leave positive reviews.

Respond promptly to reviews and questions.

A well-optimized Google Business Profile helps you dominate local search, making it a top priority in your Doctor SEO guide.

3. Build Local Citations and Directory Listings

In addition to Google, list your practice on reputable medical directories and local business listings such as:

Healthgrades

Zocdoc

WebMD

Yelp

Local Chamber of Commerce websites

Consistent Name, Address, and Phone Number (NAP) information across these platforms signals credibility to search engines and improves local rankings.

4. Implement Technical SEO Best Practices

Behind-the-scenes website elements impact SEO. Doctors should ensure:

Fast loading times (under 3 seconds)

Secure HTTPS connection

Proper URL structure

Use of schema markup to highlight medical services, doctor profiles, and reviews to Google

Fixing broken links and avoiding duplicate content

Technical SEO is often overlooked but can dramatically improve search visibility.

5. Create Patient-Focused Content Marketing

Content marketing is a powerful way to attract visitors organically. Your Doctor SEO guide should recommend creating:

Blog posts explaining medical conditions, treatments, and prevention tips

FAQ pages answering common patient concerns

Videos introducing the doctor and office staff or demonstrating procedures

Infographics about health topics

Consistently publishing valuable, patient-focused content establishes your expertise and encourages shares and backlinks, boosting your SEO.

6. Use Social Media to Complement SEO

While social media doesn’t directly influence SEO rankings, it helps increase brand awareness and patient engagement. Platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn allow you to:

Share blog posts and health tips

Promote events and office updates

Engage with your community

Encourage reviews and testimonials

An integrated social media strategy supports your overall online presence.

Common Mistakes Doctors Should Avoid in SEO

To ensure your SEO efforts pay off, steer clear of these common pitfalls:

Ignoring local SEO: Many doctors focus on general SEO but overlook local strategies like Google Business Profile and local citations.

Keyword stuffing: Overloading your site with keywords can hurt readability and Google rankings.

Neglecting mobile users: A non-responsive website drives potential patients away.

Not updating content: Outdated or irrelevant content lowers authority.

Avoiding reviews: Negative reviews without responses can damage reputation; always engage professionally.

How to Measure SEO Success for Doctors

Tracking the effectiveness of your SEO campaign helps you refine your strategy. Key metrics include:

Website traffic growth

Keyword rankings on Google

Number and quality of patient reviews

Online appointment requests or phone calls

Bounce rate and time spent on site

Tools like Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and SEO software (e.g., SEMrush, Moz) provide valuable insights.

Why Hire an SEO Expert or Agency?

SEO can be complex and time-consuming, especially for busy doctors. A specialized SEO expert or agency with healthcare experience can:

Conduct thorough keyword research

Optimize your website and local listings

Create quality medical content

Monitor rankings and update strategies regularly

If you prefer DIY, follow a detailed Doctor SEO guide like this to get started and gradually improve.

Final Thoughts: Your Doctor SEO Guide to Long-Term Growth

Building a strong online presence through SEO is a marathon, not a sprint. But with the right approach, you can:

Attract more qualified patients searching online

Enhance your practice’s reputation and authority

Stay competitive in a crowded healthcare market

Remember to focus on local SEO, create patient-centered content, optimize your website technically, and engage actively on Google Business Profile and social media. By following this Doctor SEO guide, your practice will be better positioned to thrive in the digital era and grow sustainably for years to come.

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Medical SEO Guide: How to Boost Your Healthcare Practice’s Online Presence

In today’s digital age, having a strong online presence is no longer optional—it's essential, especially for healthcare providers. Whether you run a small clinic, a dental practice, or a large hospital, reaching patients online is critical for growth. This Medical SEO guide will help you understand how to optimize your healthcare website so that it attracts more traffic, builds trust, and converts visitors into patients.

What is Medical SEO?

Medical SEO (Search Engine Optimization) is the practice of optimizing your healthcare website and online content to rank higher in search engine results pages (SERPs) when people search for medical-related services or information. The higher your site ranks, the more visible you become to potential patients searching for healthcare providers.

Unlike general SEO, Medical SEO requires extra care because the healthcare field is highly regulated and sensitive. Medical professionals must provide accurate, trustworthy, and authoritative content while following HIPAA and other privacy standards.

Why is Medical SEO Important?

Patients Start Online: Around 80% of patients research health-related topics online before booking an appointment. If your practice doesn’t show up in search results, you risk losing new patients.

Local Searches Dominate Healthcare: People often look for nearby doctors or clinics. Optimizing for local SEO ensures that your practice appears when patients search “doctor near me” or “urgent care in [city].”

Builds Credibility and Trust: Ranking high on Google signals credibility. Quality content combined with positive reviews and professional website design reassures patients.

Competitive Advantage: Many medical practices still don’t utilize SEO effectively. By investing in a strategic Medical SEO plan, you can outshine competitors.

How to Implement Medical SEO: Step-by-Step Guide

1. Keyword Research: The Foundation of Medical SEO

Start by finding keywords that potential patients use. Think beyond generic terms like “doctor” or “clinic.” Include long-tail keywords like “pediatrician in Dallas” or “best dermatologists for acne scars.”

Tools like Google Keyword Planner, SEMrush, or Ahrefs can help identify valuable keywords with good search volume and manageable competition.

Tip: Incorporate the keyword Medical SEO guide naturally throughout your site, blog posts, and metadata to improve relevancy.

2. Optimize Your Website Structure

Your website must be easy to navigate and mobile-friendly. Patients want quick access to:

Contact information and appointment booking

Services offered

Doctor profiles

Patient resources and FAQs

Make sure your site loads fast—slow websites frustrate visitors and hurt rankings. Use clean URLs, descriptive titles, and header tags (H1, H2, H3) to organize content effectively.

3. Create Quality, Authoritative Content

Google prioritizes content that’s trustworthy and useful, especially for “Your Money Your Life” (YMYL) niches like health. Provide:

Detailed service pages explaining treatments

Blog articles answering common health questions

Videos demonstrating procedures or introducing your team

Patient testimonials and case studies

When writing content, use clear language and cite reputable sources. Including the keyword Medical SEO guide in your blog titles and content can boost your authority on the topic.

4. Local SEO: Target Your Community

Local SEO is crucial for medical practices. Here’s how to nail it:

Claim and optimize your Google Business Profile with accurate details, photos, and office hours.

Encourage happy patients to leave positive Google reviews.

Use local keywords, e.g., “family doctor in Chicago.”

Get listed on local directories such as Healthgrades, Zocdoc, and Yelp.

This helps you appear in the coveted “local pack” at the top of search results.

5. Technical SEO: Backend Must-Haves

Technical SEO improves your website’s crawlability and user experience:

Use SSL encryption (HTTPS) for security.

Fix broken links and 404 errors.

Create an XML sitemap and submit it to Google Search Console.

Optimize images to reduce loading times.

Implement schema markup for medical practices, helping Google display rich snippets.

6. Mobile Optimization

Most people use smartphones to look up health information. Make sure your website is responsive and easy to use on any device. Google favors mobile-first indexing, so a mobile-friendly site is essential for Medical SEO success.

7. Link Building and Partnerships

Build backlinks from authoritative sites like medical associations, local news, or health blogs. Guest posting and collaborations can boost your domain authority and improve rankings.

8. Monitor and Adjust with Analytics

Use tools like Google Analytics and Google Search Console to track:

Visitor numbers

Bounce rates

Keyword rankings

Conversion rates (appointment bookings, contact form submissions)

Regularly analyze this data and adjust your strategy to maximize results.

Common Medical SEO Mistakes to Avoid

Ignoring local SEO: If you’re not targeting local patients, you miss a huge opportunity.

Keyword stuffing: Overusing keywords like Medical SEO guide makes content awkward and penalized by Google.

Neglecting patient reviews: Reviews are social proof that can dramatically affect your rankings and patient trust.

Slow website: Patients won’t wait for a sluggish site; speed affects ranking and user satisfaction.

Unclear CTAs: Make sure it’s easy for visitors to book appointments or contact you.

Conclusion: Medical SEO Guide to Grow Your Practice

If you want your healthcare practice to thrive in the digital world, investing time and effort into Medical SEO is non-negotiable. By researching the right keywords, creating authoritative content, optimizing your website, and focusing on local SEO, you’ll attract more patients and build long-term credibility.

Remember, SEO is an ongoing process, not a one-time fix. Stay updated with Google’s algorithms, patient behavior, and medical industry trends to keep your site ranking high.

Use this Medical SEO guide as your roadmap to unlock the full potential of your online presence—and watch your practice grow, one search at a time.

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How to Use Content Marketing to Build Brand Authority

In today’s crowded digital space, trust is the ultimate currency. Consumers no longer respond to generic adsthey seek brands they can trust and learn from. That’s why building brand authority is essential, and one of the most powerful ways to achieve it is through content marketing.

As a digital marketing freelancer in Dubai, I’ve worked with businesses of all sizes to help them build credibility, attract leads, and grow through powerful content strategies. If you want to stand out and become a trusted expert in your field, here’s how content marketing can help you do just that.

What Is Brand Authority?

Brand authority means being recognized as a credible and trustworthy expert in your niche. It’s what sets you apart and makes customers choose your brand over competitors even if you’re new or more expensive.

With strong brand authority, you can:

Boost your search engine rankings organically

Earn customer loyalty and referrals

Get valuable backlinks and media attention

Increase conversions with less resistance

Why Content Marketing Builds Brand Authority

Unlike traditional advertising, content marketing is about adding value, not just selling. It educates your audience, solves their problems, and demonstrates your expertise earning trust naturally over time.

As a digital marketing freelancer in Dubai, I’ve seen firsthand how consistent, high quality content helps brands build lasting connections and drive results without depending solely on paid campaigns.

7 Ways to Build Brand Authority Through Content Marketing

1. Understand Your Audience Deeply

Begin by knowing your audience. What are their biggest challenges? What solutions are they searching for in Dubai’s market? Tools like Google Trends, AnswerThePublic, and social listening can help uncover these insights.

2. Create Evergreen, Helpful Content

Focus on content that delivers long-term value:

How-to guides

Frequently asked questions

Practical tutorials

Industry analysis

Example: A blog like “How Local SEO Helps Dubai Cafes Increase Foot Traffic” offers direct, helpful value that builds trust.

3. Optimize Your Content for SEO

To increase visibility, use the right keywords like digital marketing freelancer in Dubai and digital marketing services in Dubai naturally throughout your content.

Don’t forget to optimize:

Page titles & meta descriptions

Headings (H1, H2)

Image alt tags

Internal and external links

4. Showcase Real Results with Case Studies

Trust is built through proof. Share data-driven results and client success stories to reinforce your authority.

Example: “How I Helped a Dubai-Based Startup Grow Website Traffic by 250% in 6 Months.”

5. Publish Consistently Across Channels

Authority grows with consistent visibility. Use platforms like:

Medium (for long-form content)

LinkedIn (for B2B credibility)

Instagram (for quick insights and storytelling)

YouTube or podcasts (for authority and reach)

6. Collaborate With Industry Experts

Partner with local influencers, freelancers, or thought leaders. Guest posts, co-branded webinars, or podcast interviews can elevate your reputation within the Dubai market.

7. Repurpose and Distribute Your Content

Maximize the value of every piece of content:

Turn blog posts into LinkedIn carousels

Reuse tips for Instagram Reels

Expand articles into email sequences

Record short podcast episodes

This multiplies your reach across channels and reinforces your expertise.

Final Thoughts

Building brand authority doesn’t happen overnight. It takes consistency, strategy, and real value. But with content marketing, any business big or small can earn the trust of its audience.

As a digital marketing freelancer in Dubai, I specialize in helping brands grow through purposeful, data-backed content strategies. Whether you’re starting out or scaling up, building authority is key to long-term success.

Ready to Build Your Brand Authority?

Let’s design a content strategy that positions you as the expert your audience is searching for. Contact me today to explore how digital marketing services in Dubai can grow your business.

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SEO Secrets to Rank on Page 1 (That Experts Don’t Tell You)

💡 Still stuck on Page 2 of Google? You're not alone—and it's not always your fault.

Most SEO advice online sounds the same: “Use keywords,” “Write quality content,” “Get backlinks.” But if that actually worked, wouldn’t you already be ranking on Page 1?

Let’s break down the real SEO secrets that top experts use—but rarely share publicly.

🧠 What You’re Doing Right (But It’s Not Enough)

You're probably doing this already:

✅ Optimizing your titles and meta descriptions

✅ Publishing blog content

✅ Building a few backlinks

But here’s the secret: SEO isn’t just about checking boxes—it’s about strategy, structure, and signals.

🔍 Secret 1 — Topical Authority Matters More Than Keywords

Google ranks websites that are seen as authorities in their niche.

✅ What to Do:

Build content clusters around your core topic (e.g. "Ecommerce SEO")

Interlink related pages to show depth

Use long-tail keywords strategically

Example: Instead of one post on “Shopify SEO,” publish guides on product SEO, speed optimization, GMB, and schema markup.

🧩 Secret 2 — Internal Linking Boosts Crawling & Rankings

Many people ignore this goldmine.

✅ What to Do:

Link from blog posts to product/category pages

Use keyword-rich anchor text

Create a simple but strategic internal linking plan

⚙️ Secret 3 — Technical SEO = Trust Signals

Yes, it still matters.

✅ Key Fixes:

Mobile-friendliness

Fast page speed

Proper indexation

Schema markup (FAQ, Article, Product)

🛠 Tools: Screaming Frog, Google Search Console, GTmetrix

🎯 Secret 4 — Search Intent Is Everything

Google’s top priority is serving user intent.

✅ What to Do:

Match content type to search type (blog vs. product vs. landing page)

Analyze Page 1 for your target keyword before writing

If your content doesn’t satisfy the searcher’s question, it won’t rank—period.

🧱 Secret 5 — Trust, Experience, and Real Value Win (EEAT)

Google favors content with:

🧠 Expertise (real author knowledge)

📣 Authority (mentions, backlinks, shares)

💼 Trustworthiness (secure site, contact info, real business)

💡 Experience (case studies, unique POV, hands-on examples)

🔥 Final Tip — SEO Is Not “Set & Forget”

SEO success isn’t luck—it’s consistency + optimization.

Keep improving your pages. Refresh outdated content. Build new links. Page 1 isn’t the goal. Staying there is.

💬 Ready to Get to Page 1?

👉 Want a personal SEO audit or help planning your content strategy?

Comment “SEO” or DM me, and I’ll send you a free checklist to get started.

🔖 #SEO #ContentMarketing #ShopifySEO #Page1Ranking #DigitalMarketing #OrganicTraffic #SEOTips #MarketingStrategy

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5 Smart Image Optimization Tips to Boost Your Photography Portfolio Website

A photography portfolio is your digital first impression—and while high-quality visuals are a must, slow-loading images can ruin the experience. If your website takes too long to load, visitors may leave before they even see your work. That’s why optimizing images is essential for both performance and SEO.

Here are five key image optimization strategies that will help you create a fast, professional, and search-friendly photography website.

1. Choose the right file format Using the correct file format ensures that your images load quickly without compromising quality. JPEG is ideal for most photos, offering good compression with minimal quality loss.

PNG is ideal for images that need transparent backgrounds or precise, sharp edges, such as logos and graphics. WebP, supported by most modern browsers, offers superior compression, reducing file sizes even further—often 25–35% smaller than JPEGs while maintaining clarity. By selecting the right format, you improve load times and enhance site speed.

2. Resize images to display dimensions Don’t upload images in full resolution unless absolutely necessary. Large files from your camera—often 5000px wide or more—are much bigger than most screens display. Resize your images to match the dimensions they’ll appear on your site, such as 1200px or 1920px wide. This significantly reduces file size and improves page load speed. Use tools like Photoshop, GIMP, or online editors to resize before uploading.

3. Compress images without losing quality Compression reduces file size while preserving visual quality. Tools like TinyPNG, JPEGmini, or ImageOptim can cut down the size of your images without making them look blurry or pixelated. For WordPress users, plugins like ShortPixel or Smush automate this process. Always test the image quality after compression to maintain a balance between speed and visual impact.

4. Use SEO-friendly filenames and alt text Search engines can't interpret images without context. Rename files like IMG_0101.jpg to something descriptive, such as sunrise-over-grand-canyon.jpg. Also, add alt text that describes the photo accurately—for example, “Landscape view of the Grand Canyon during sunrise.” This boosts image SEO, helps visually impaired users, and improves your chances of appearing in Google Image Search.

5. Enable lazy loading and use a CDN Lazy loading defers the loading of images until they come into the user’s view, boosting the page’s initial load time and improving user experience. Most modern platforms include this feature or offer plugins. Additionally, use a Content Delivery Network (CDN) like Cloudflare or ImageKit to serve images from servers closest to your visitors. This significantly speeds up loading, particularly for users around the world.

Conclusion Optimizing your images is essential if you want your portfolio to load fast, rank high on search engines, and impress your audience. These five tips—choosing the right format, resizing, compressing, adding SEO-friendly text, and using performance tools like lazy loading and CDNs—will elevate your site’s speed and visibility. Make your work shine online without slowing things down.

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Content Marketing: Educate, Don’t Just Sell

In our busy online lives, ads get scrolled over without being looked at. Pop-ups are dismissed in seconds. Flashy offers? Passed over—unless they're really relevant.The reason is that humans are no longer willing to be sold to What they truly crave is value—something that assists them, educates them, or inspires them. And that's where content marketing comes in.

What Is Content Marketing?

Material marketing is about providing some value, something useful for your people - before asking for something back.

Instead of shouting: "Buy it now!" You whisper: "Here's something that can be used for you."

You not only sell something - you answer questions, solve problems and establish self confidence.

Here are some easy examples of content marketing:

Blog articles about how to solve a frequent problem.

Reels or short clips of behind-the-scenes of your company.

Infographics that break down complex topics.

Podcasts that educate or entertain.

Email newsletters packed with helpful tips.

The goal?

To become a go-to-source-so when someone needs a product or service like you, remember the first name they remember. If you are either professional or interested in digital marketing, you are necessary to understand the word. A streamlined digital marketing course in Kerala will show you how to produce echo materials with your target audience and produce results.

Why Content Marketing Matters

You may ask yourself—why write blogs or make videos when you can simply pay for ads?

Here's why content marketing is one of the wisest things you can possibly do:

1. It Builds Trust

You're not pushy—but helpful. This trust gets individuals much more likely to make a purchase from you in the future.

2. You Become the Expert

Suppose you have a skincare brand. If you publish useful blog entries every week on skincare regimens, your visitors will begin considering you an authority. And when they need to pick a product, they'll pick you—because you've gained their respect and trust.

3. It Helps Your SEO

Google favors fresh, quality content. Each guide or blog post you write brings you closer to search result rankings. That translates to more traffic organically without the cost of advertisements.

In a Kerala digital marketing course, you'll discover that content marketing goes hand in hand with SEO by assisting you in using keywords, writing quality content, and attracting backlinks.

4. It Nurtures Leads

Most won't buy from you when they first hear about you. But with content—blog posts, video, email—you can keep in touch with them along the way. 

Doing Content Marketing Right

That's how you get content marketing to work for you:

1. Know Your Audience Begin by asking yourself:

Who am I trying to reach?

What are they struggling with?

What kind of content do they consume?

For example, if you are aimed at the owners of small businesses, you can make materials such as:

"How to Run Instagram ads on a budget"

“5 Free Tools Every Small Business Needs”

In a digital marketing course in Kerala, you’ll get hands-on experience with building audience personas and crafting content that speaks directly to their needs.

2. Plan Your Content

Don’t just post randomly. Plan out your:

Topics

Formats (blog, reel, video, carousel)

Platforms (Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn)

Posting schedule

Stick to a simple weekly or monthly content calendar—maintaining consistency helps build trust with your audience

3. Repurpose Content

To reach more people, one piece of content can be adapted and shared across various platforms.

Convert a blog into an Instagram carousel post.

Utilize a video clip for your email newsletter.

Make a reel out of a longer YouTube video.

It saves time and expands your reach across platforms.

4. Keep It Simple and Helpful

 Focus on being clear, helpful, and relatable.

A simple post like “3 Common Mistakes to Avoid in Digital Ads” can perform better than a glossy promotional video.

5. Use a Clear Call-to-Action (CTA)

While you’re not directly selling, it’s still important to guide your audience.

End your content with simple CTAs like:

“Want more tips? Subscribe to our newsletter.”

“DM us your questions!”

“Download our free guide.”

This helps nurture engagement and guides potential customers further down the sales funnel Real-Life Example: A Café in Kochi Suppose you have a small café in Kochi. Rather than posting photographs of your beverages, you could:

Write a blog: "5 Health Benefits of Green Tea"

Share a reel: Behind the scenes of your barista making the perfect cold brew

Create a carousel post: "Tips to Make Café-Style Coffee at Home"

Send a weekly email: “This Week’s Specials + A Coffee Brewing Tip”

You not only market your cafe - you give value, build faith and become part of the customer's daily lives.

If you follow a digital marketing course in Kerala, you will work with a similar case study, to understand how to use material strategies for real businesses

Final Thoughts

In a distracting, ad-filled online world, relevant content stands out.

Content marketing is not a quick fix-it-fast solution—it's an investment that yields results.

Trust

Noticeability

Relationships

If you're a freelancer, business owner, or young marketer, learning content marketing will put you ahead of the pack.Want to know how to produce content that delivers actual results? A digital marketing course in Kerala can equip you with the tools, training, and practical experience you require to thrive today's marketplace.