When a young king secretly marries a village physician's daughter in a chapel hidden among ash trees, he believes love will be enough to protect them from the machinery of the crown. But duty intervenes, forcing him into a second, public marriage that secures the kingdom while condemning his first wife and their son to a life of careful invisibility. For twenty years, letters cross between palace and cottage, sustained by love and shadowed by political compromise-until the truth threatens to unravel the succession itself. Spanning decades, this intimate historical drama explores the cost of silence, the burden of power, and the kind of love that survives not by claiming a throne, but by choosing not to. This not a romantic story it's a tragic one

The Capital of Freesia Kingdom is not only its heart, but the land that makes dreams come true. Propelled by her desire to become a seamstress, Claire leaves her simple village life and ventures to the city with one goal in mind--to fulfil her dream. But the Capital has more to offer; friendship, lessons, personal growth, and even love if she is willing to accept it. As one of the captains of the Order of the Griffin, Raziel has his hands full with commandeering his Lance, overseeing the castle and the Capital, as well as swatting a sinister plot to assassinate the Prince. Never did he expect to find himself enamoured by a confused, cheery maiden amidst it all.

She keeps him alive. He never asks what it costs her. Aveline is the Keeper of the Sigil, bound to regulate the dark curse that gives her king his power. When she finally walks away, the magic begins to unravel, and so does everything she thought she wanted.

The princess was never one to stay on the castle grounds and despised anyone who would try to keep her there. The knight was protective of her and would stop at nothing to make sure she's safe on and off the grounds. Will things grow into something more or will they be enemies forever? Tag teamed with Nae 😊 **While waiting on chapters, check out the other story we wrote together "The Prince and his Princess" by @JustNae07** **I do not own the rights to this picture** **This story will have around 100 chapters, but most of them are on the shorter end. I'm just a fan of short chapters.**

🦇 DAYBREAKERS: BOOK ONE Born of a Cure, Bound by Blood The cure that saved humanity became the curse that doomed it. After a deadly pandemic devastates the world, a revolutionary serum created from ancient vampire DNA eradicates the virus-but transforms humanity into something else entirely. Within a decade, immortal Daybreakers rule the planet, human blood is currency, and the few remaining humans are hunted, traded, and farmed to sustain a global empire built on darkness. Seventeen-year-old Emma has spent her entire life hidden beneath the Scottish Highlands, protected by the scientist responsible for creating the vampire plague. She has always been told one thing: Never let anyone discover what you are. When betrayal destroys her sanctuary, Emma is thrust into a world of vampire nobles, blood corporations, black markets, and deadly secrets. Captured and sold to the powerful Blackthorn family, she soon discovers that her blood is unlike any other. It cannot be infected. It cannot be turned. And it may be the key to ending the curse that has enslaved the world. Caught between a ruthless empire, vengeful Lycans, and a growing rebellion, Emma finds an unexpected ally in Salem Blackthorn-the feared vampire prince destined to inherit the throne. As forbidden feelings grow between them, they become targets of those who would kill to control the future. But Emma isn't the only one with a claim to destiny. Old enemies are rising. Ancient secrets are awakening. And the fate of every human, vampire, and Lycan may rest in the blood of one girl. In a world ruled by monsters, hope is the most dangerous weapon of all. Perfect for fans of dystopian fantasy, forbidden romance, vampires, werewolves, political intrigue, and slow-burn romance. 🩸 Vampire Empire 🐺 Lycans ❤️ Forbidden Romance ⚔️ Rebellion & Betrayal 🗝️ Hidden Secrets 👑 Vampire Prince x Human Girl 🌙 Found Family 🔥 Enemies, Politics & W :::

To escape a gilded cage, Princess Elia builds a textile empire. But an accidental potion leads to a passionate night with the terrifying Ice Emperor. She flees to raise his secret heir, but the Emperor always claims what's his.

Princess Elora of Eldermoor is known for her sharp tongue, brilliant mind, and total disinterest in palace life. When she publicly challenges the crowned Duke of Shadowcrest, Maxwell Harrington, at a marriage ball, she becomes the target of a political threat. To avoid scandal (and assassination), the royal council sends her into hiding. Enter Commander Leopold Lysander, the king's most trusted-and most infuriatingly disciplined-bodyguard. He is ordered to protect Elora at all costs. His reputation? Unshakable. Unbreakable. Untouchable. Elora hates the idea. Leopold hates disobedience. Both are furious when they discover the cover story: They must pose as a married couple. How might they move through this new setting of life? How could it become worse than it already is?

They wanted a weapon. They created a queen. Novalee Ashford had a simple life-a job she tolerated, a husband she adored, a future she believed in. Then Dante Santoro decided she was his. Ripped from everything she knew, Novalee is thrust into a world of violence, cruelty, and impossible choices. The Santoro family doesn't just want to own her body-they want to remake her soul. Under their brutal tutelage, she transforms from victim to weapon, from captive to bride. But Novalee has a secret: she remembers who she was. And she's planning something they never expected. Vengeance. With Atlas-the guard who was supposed to keep her caged-as her unlikely ally, Novalee plays the deadliest game of her life. Every smile hides a blade. Every submission masks rebellion. Every moment brings her closer to the reckoning they deserve. They wanted to create a monster. They succeeded. Marked, Broken and Carrying his Heir is a dark romance containing mature themes and graphic content. Reader discretion is strongly advised. ****WARNINGS**** Explicit sexual assault/rape Non-consensual sexual situations Explicit consensual sexual content Sexual degradation and humiliation Forced sexual performance Violence: Graphic murder Torture Domestic violence and abuse Blood and gore Beatings and physical assault Captivity & Control: Kidnapping and imprisonment Human trafficking elements Forced marriage Psychological manipulation and gaslighting Conditioning and breaking Loss of autonomy Trauma & Loss: Pregnancy loss (violent, explicit) Forced hysterectomy Suicide Grief and mourning PTSD symptoms Other: Forced drug administration Starvation/food control Sleep deprivation Isolation Death of spouse

If you love the epic worldbuilding of 𝘓𝘖𝘛𝘙, the dark intrigue of 𝘎𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘛𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴, the monster-hunting grit of 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘳, and the soul-deep romance of 𝘖𝘶𝘵𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳, then this story is for you. --------------------------------- He's a battle-hardened knight; she's from the modern world. He survived horrors; she was shielded from them. His body and soul bear scars, but she still believes in wonders. He seeks redemption and peace, and she craves true love. Forgotten forests, cursed kingdoms, and a bond neither of them chose. Together, they must face ancient evils, unravel lost magic, and survive enemies in both shadow and light. Discover if love can truly banish the darkness in this thrilling, emotional tale! ⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎⚔︎ "Omg... I've never been so invested in a story!" "The story is so captivating and engaging that I couldn't put it down." "The characters are incredibly well-developed!" "It reminds me of Tolkien's lost kingdoms and the mysterious allure of Arthurian and Celtic legends." *********************** 🏆 The Cliffhanger Queen by The Hidden Gem Awards 2024 ************************ 💎 FEATURED ON: @WackyWriters - "Our Judges' Favorites" @Romance - "Slow Burn" and "The Para-Romantasy Experience" @Fantasy - "Dark Fantasy" and "Serialized Spotlight" @highfantasy - "Fair Verona - Romantic Fantasy" @Ambassadors - "Para-Romantasy" @DaturaCommunity - "The Lavender | Fantasy" *********************** Highest Rankings: 🌟 #1 in Medieval Fantasy - 14/03/2025 🌟 #2 in Portal Fantasy - 05/11/2024 🌟 #2 in Gothic - 09/12/2025 🌟 #3 in Medieval - 02/12/2024 🌟 #4 in High Fantasy - 05/08/2024

"Alina's life was nothing but misery-a string of heartbreaks, betrayals, and endless pain. Desperate for a way out, she made a deal with the Devil himself, never expecting to become the obsession of Hell's most dangerous ruler. As she's drawn deeper into his world, Alina learns that bargains with demons always come at a cost, and sometimes the greatest danger isn't losing your soul-it's losing your heart. A „tale" of forbidden romance, sharp humor, and unbreakable resolve-where even in the depths of Hell, hope burns brightest."