As the engagement draws near, Kazuki struggles to suppress his feelings while watching Shiloh be trapped and bonded to a man who may not have his best interests at heart. When assassination attempts and and betrayal shatters Shiloh's life, Kazuki finds himself at the center of the chaos. Laxus grows suspicious of Kazuki's intention, if he is doing his duty bound by oath, or by forbidden love. Torn between his vow to protect Shiloh, Kazuki faces an impossible choice: betray the teachings that define him and pursue a future with the man he loves, or ensure Shiloh's safety by standing aside as the soon to be engaged heir, bound to Laxus, disappears into the darkness of tradition and ambition. In a battle between love, loyalty and tradition, one crimson vow will shatter everything--- or save them both.

[KenTell AU FanFiction : COMPLETE STORY] The battle between the desire to love and the fear of being hurt waged within Ken's soul. Each encounter with Stell became a complex mixture of joy and anxiety, leaving Ken grappling with the uncertainty of his own emotions. This newfound connection between Ken and Stell offered a glimpse of a life embellished with possibilities, but Ken's philophobia threatened to extinguish it all. Will he gather the courage to open himself up to love, despite the looming shadows of fear? Or will he choose to retreat back into the safety of his colorless existence? As their story unfolds, Ken must confront his deepest fears and confront the barriers that have held him captive for so long. Will he allow himself to take the risk and experience the overwhelming rush of love, or will he let it slip through his fingers, leaving him forever trapped in the confines of his own apprehension? Only time will tell if Ken can overcome his philophobia and embrace the love that awaits him with open arms. But one thing is certain - the arrival of Stell has stirred something within him, igniting a glimmer of hope in a life that had once been shrouded in darkness. And so, as the tale of Ken and Stell begins, the journey of love, fear, and self-discovery unfolds, promising to take them both on a tumultuous ride that will challenge their hearts and shape their destinies. ... Published : July 16th, 2023 Finished: Aug 11th , 2023