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
The Meeting
Amarok's was overwhelmed by the grandeur of the Valeidio palace, its marble pillars stretched high into the sky, its walls gleamed with a pristine whiteness that spoke of power and wealth. He had never seen anything so magnificent in his life.
The world of royalty was a far cry from the humble cottage he had left behind, and now, he was about to enter it, not as a guest but as a servant.
The head eunuch, his uncle, stood beside him, his posture as straight as a rod, his expression calm and composed. Amarok admired his uncle's steady demeanor, wishing he could summon even a fraction of that calm for himself. But instead, his palms were damp with sweat, his throat dry with nerves. This was his chance, his new beginning, and he was determined not to fail.