A Royal Obligation
In a realm of four kingdoms, two were on the verge of war. Prince Eirik, the fourth prince of Valeidio, a Ferre whose beauty could rival the gods, was thrust into a marriage alliance with Prince Kaelix, the strong and proud heir of Zephyros. Both princes were determined to fight against the fate that had been forced on them. Eirik resented being used as a pawn, while Kaelix saw the alliance as a threat to his freedom. As they clashed in a battle of wills, their encounters became a constant push and pull of resistance and pride. But as the pressures of duty mounted, the lines between obligation and desire began to blur. In their struggle against their forced union, they found themselves drawn toward each other in ways they never expected. Would their bond become a weapon against the war or would their kingdoms' rivalries destroy any chance of love before it could take root? --- Warning: This book contains mature themes. Join my Discord server: https://discord.gg/NJJKETf4
A Mother's Decree
Queen Elena observed her son's rigid posture, the set of his jaw as he stood across from her, a storm of emotions brewing in his eyes. She rose from her seat with a grace that belied the tension between them, her movements deliberate, each step calculated to convey both authority and maternal concern. Her dress rustled softly in the otherwise silent room, the only sound breaking the thick atmosphere.
When she reached him, she placed a hand on his arm, feeling the heat of anger simmering beneath the surface. Kaelix flinched, his muscles tightening under her touch, but he didn't pull away. The queen took this as a small victory and let her hand linger, a gentle reminder of the bond they shared.