The atmosphere in the Great Hall shifted as the Prince took his place beside Ashara on the bed, the weight of expectation pressing heavily upon him. The laughter of the nobles faded into a tense silence, their eyes fixed on the pair, awaiting the next move in this twisted game.
Ashara could see the conflict in the Prince's eyes—a blend of anger, sadness, and an undeniable desire to protect her. She knew he despised this situation, yet the power of the King's command held him captive. The moment felt surreal, as if time had paused, leaving only the two of them in a bubble of shared pain.
"Forgive me, Ashara," he whispered, his voice barely audible over the laughter of the crowd. "I never wanted this for you."
Her heart ached at his words, but she remained resolute, locking her gaze onto his. "We will find a way through this, together," she vowed quietly, her voice laced with defiance. It was a promise forged in their shared torment, a flicker of hope amidst the darkness.
Kellan stepped forward, a wicked grin on his face. "Come now, my prince, don't be shy. Show us how a true Martell should treat a lady!" His taunts ignited a fresh wave of laughter from the crowd, but the Prince's eyes burned with fury.
As the Prince took a deep breath, Ashara felt the tension between them shift. He leaned closer, his body brushing against hers, igniting a rush of conflicting emotions within her. This was not the way she had ever envisioned being with him, but she also knew that their shared struggle might be their only chance at survival.
The Prince's hands found Ashara's waist, pulling her closer as he locked eyes with her. "I will protect you, no matter the cost," he declared, his voice steady despite the chaos surrounding them. The sincerity in his words gave her strength, a reminder that even in the depths of degradation, they could still cling to their humanity.
With every passing moment, Ashara felt her resolve strengthen. She had been treated as an object, but she refused to be broken. She would use this moment to
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Legacy of Fire and Sand
FantasiFifteen years after the fall of the Iron Throne, the sun-scorched lands of Dorne are rife with secrets and intrigue. In the heart of Sunspear lies the Silk Sands, the most renowned brothel in the region, where the enigmatic Ashara has captivated nob...
