Nick_or_Nikolai
In this Alternate Universe (AU), Derek lives in a village run by a cult that worships Hastur, the King in Yellow. He doesn't believe any of it, but any attempt to leave or speak out would lead to his swift execution. So, he has spent a few years planning his escape, biding his time. But then, he is forced to serve as a guard to the village's "prince." With no other choice, Derek accepts. But he didn't expect what Avery, the prince, is like...
One small note about this story: This doesn't actually take place in Minecraft, so they are humanoid instead of their Minecraft skins.
(No AI was used in this story, just my work alone.)