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 Heart
Eirik slowly stirred from his sleep, the warmth of the morning sun filtering through the thick curtains of his chamber. The pale golden light painted the room with a soft glow, making everything seem gentle, as if the world outside was still and peaceful. His eyelids fluttered open, and the first thing he noticed was the absence of Kaelix.
Kaelix's familiar presence, the strength of his steady gaze, and the quiet comfort of his touch had been there when Eirik had fallen asleep, but now, he was gone.
His heart dropped slightly, and he instinctively turned his head, as if expecting to see him sitting nearby. His gaze swept the room, searching for the comforting figure that had been there for him through it all, but instead he saw his mother sitting by the bedside,just like yesterday.
"Mother?" Eirik's voice was thick with sleep, but it carried an undercurrent of longing.