The Archduke's Songbird
***Completed*** Lady Jessamyn brought home a ten-year-old orphan when she was eight. He was handsome ^_~. She provided him with a place to stay and warm meals. As they grew up, she desired to marry him, despite their differing statuses. As war raged, he signed up for the military, promising to ask for her hand when he was worthy. Two years later, he became more than what he promised he would be. He became the Archduke of Ayberia. But he broke her heart by marrying her friend. Years rolled away; life happened. She married a man who loved her and fell madly in love with him. She didn't think of him again. But fate was cruel; she was widowed at the age of twenty-one. She lost everything. Seven years later, she met a mysterious wolf while she was out at work in the Archduke's fief. She had a fall. The next morning, she found herself on the Archduke's bed. Did fate bring them together again? Or something nefarious is at play? Is this a chance for a second love? Will she find out why he abandoned her in the past? Is it possible to rekindle their old love, or is it too late? ----- Join me in this journey. Your comments and votes are appreciated. Gift me to motivate me. Updates will be daily.
His Unwavering Trust
Jerrick felt a storm of conflicting emotions swirling inside him like a raging storm. His heart ached with pity for William, a deep, gut-wrenching desire to shield him from the harshness of the world.
Yet, beneath this protective urge, a gnawing suspicion festered like a persistent thorn, casting a shadow over his thoughts. Elaine, once a beacon of trust, now seemed enshrouded in doubt and danger.
"You do not trust her?" William's voice cut through the silence, sensing the hesitation etched on Jerrick's face.
Jerrick hesitated, his voice a fragile whisper. "Is it important? Will it be fruitful if I reveal my resignation?" He paused, his eyes locking onto William's. "I'd rather choose not to lose you, William. You're my brother."
William's smile faltered, a flicker of vulnerability crossing his features. Jerrick braced himself for a sharp retort, but instead, William's voice softened, trembling with raw emotion.