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
King Thaddeus strode through the armory, his eyes narrowed as he inspected rows of polished swords, gleaming spears, and intricately crafted shields lining the walls.
His fingers grazed a dagger's hilt, a small but lethal weapon, testing its balance with a practiced hand.
Beside him, his trusted advisor, Caledon, maintained a watchful silence, studying the king's every movement with a gaze that never wavered. Nearby, the general stood at attention, waiting under the weight of the king's scrutiny.
"General," Thaddeus's voice cut through the stillness, reverberating against the stone walls. "Are all weapons accounted for?"
"Yes, Your Majesty," the general replied, nodding briskly. "Additional stock has been prepared, in case the campaign extends beyond initial estimates."
Thaddeus hummed approvingly, tracing a finger along the edge of a spear. "Good. I want every detail flawless. Valeidio and Zephyros won't know what hit them."