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
Mother's Helping Hand
Queen Elena's gaze was sharp, yet soft with maternal pride as she watched her son, Kaelix, confront Sadiki with a possessiveness that hadn't been there just days ago.
Standing by her side, King Reagan's stern demeanor contrasted with his wife's subtle satisfaction. The scene unfolding before them was something they had both anticipated, albeit not with the intensity they were now witnessing.
She had been waiting for this moment, hoping that the time spent together at the summer palace would begin to soften Kaelix's resolve, to make him see Eirik in a new light. And now, watching the possessiveness in her son's eyes as he stood between Eirik and Sadiki, Elena knew her plan was finally bearing fruit.
As Kaelix's voice rose, laced with anger, Elena could see the shock in Eirik's eyes. The young prince was still guarded, his expression one of wary confusion.