Ephemeral: Enthralled By My Master's Son

ephemeral (adj): lasting for a very short time. “Maybe somethings aren't meant to last but I'm glad that the one right decision I've made in my life, is choosing you,” * * When the Vallancian empire under a tyrant King attacks her village, Zhuri was captured as a slave and raised to serve in the king's palace at the age of eight. Zhuri lives normally as an inferior and low life due to her race and background. Until one day, the king's son (Angus) returns from conquest and Zhuri is sent to clean up his bedroom . She falls asleep in the process due to unfair starving and he eventually finds her there. After a brief conversation, Angus sends her back to her quarters. Zhuri returns back late to the head in charge of the slaves and is forcefully sent to satisfy a group of guards sexually as punishment for her alleged misbehaviour. Angus' is informed of this act and storms in right on time to her rescue with full determination to protect her. Zhuri becomes the Prince's personal maid and as days rolls by, she becomes something even more. However, their love is to be threatened by forces stronger than them —or perhaps stronger than their love itself. ~Excerpt (1) “You caused a scene at the ball, approved the execution of seven guards, and killed three men. Is the war's bloodlust consuming you?" Angus stood firm. "They deserved it. Those men intended to harm an innocent girl." Albert threw up his hands. "You're obsessed with a slave! Just as they said, you've lost your mind over a woman." "She's human too," Angus countered, his voice steady. Albert's eyes widened, fists clenched. "You dare silence me for that girl?" ~Excerpt(2) Without notice, he grabbed her by her hair and pulled her ear close to his lips. “Save your gratitude and listen closely,” Diana pressed her lips together as she closed her eyes tightly, trying to hold the severe pain in. “Every slave belongs to my father but from this day, she belongs to me. Let this be known that Zhuri is no longer under your supervision. I swear that if you dare touch or even think of touching her, be prepared to meet the devil in hell, understood?”