Chapter 5: Forbidden Love

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Their happiness was threatened by political tensions. Queen Isabella announced Adrian's engagement to Princess Elara of a distant kingdom, a move to secure another alliance. Adrian was devastated.

"I can't do this, Lucian," Adrian said one night as they met in the gardens. "I can't marry someone else when I love you."

Lucian's eyes blazed with determination. "We will find a way, Adrian. I won't let them take you from me."

Adrian leaned into Lucian, their foreheads touching. "I don't know how much more I can take. I need you."

Lucian held him close. "We'll be together, Adrian. No matter what."

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