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 Apology Trap
The gardens had always been a place of solace for Eirik. But tonight, as he and Kaelix walked along the cobblestone path under the dim glow of lanterns, Eirik sensed something was off.
He glanced at Kaelix, whose expression was calm, yet reserved. Eirik couldn't quite shake the feeling that they weren't alone. His eyes darted around the lush, meticulously trimmed hedges and towering trees. The air was thick with the scent of blooming jasmine, but something about the stillness of the night felt unnerving.
"They've been too quiet lately," Eirik muttered under his breath, casting a glance over his shoulder. "It's not like them."
Kaelix nodded, though he remained silent. Ever since the confrontation in his chambers, where Eirik's siblings had cornered him with accusations and overbearing concern, the tension between them and Eirik had only grown.