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 Brewing Storm
Carl stormed into his chambers, rage simmering beneath his skin as he paced back and forth, clenching his fists. His father's slap still echoed in his mind, the sting on his cheek a painful reminder of the humiliation.
"How dare he?" His eyes burned with fury as he replayed the scene in the throne room.
"How dare he lay a hand on me," Carl hissed under his breath. He stopped pacing and took a deep breath, forcing himself to calm down.
He couldn't let his anger consume him, not yet.
Revenge would come, but it had to be calculated. His father would pay for this affront, but only when the timing was right. Carl smirked, imagining the day he would make his father kneel before him.
But for now, his mind wandered to other thoughts.
Thoughts of him - Eirik.
His beautiful face, the way his slender body moved with such grace, the soft curve of his lips.