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 Vigil
Lucian gave Amarok's shoulder a reassuring squeeze. "He'll be okay," he said softly, though the flicker of doubt in his eyes didn't go unnoticed.
Amarok pulled back, his worried gaze drifting once more to Kaelix's back as he carried Eirik inside. "I hope so," he whispered, his voice barely audible.
The three of them fell into step behind the group, Amarok sticking close to his lovers. His young face, usually bright with enthusiasm, was etched with a worry that seemed too heavy for his years.
Meanwhile, Drystan lingered in the courtyard, his presence almost forgotten in the rush of emotions that surrounded Eirik's return. The wind tugged at his cloak as he stood unmoving, his green eyes fixed on the palace doors that had closed behind the procession.