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
Caution Only Stifles Progress
The grand hall of Mbuzuoria's council chamber was thick with tension. The high, vaulted ceilings did little to contain the arguments reverberating off the walls. King Thaddeus sat at the head of the table, his fingers drumming against the polished wood as he watched his advisors and generals argue over the best course of action to exploit the recent chaos in Zephyros and Valeidio. Despite the differing opinions in the room, Thaddeus's mind was set, this was their chance to strike.
Caledon, the king's most trusted advisor, sat by his side, his face unreadable as he listened to the ongoing debate. The council chamber was filled with advisors, each of them a powerful voice in Mbuzuoria, each pulling Thaddeus's attention in a different direction.
One of the elder advisors, Oatrun, rose, his voice carrying a tone of caution.