EliseStark26
In the glittering halls of the French court, where every smile hides a dagger and every vow is laced with deceit, King Francis bears the crushing weight of duty to his crown. Yet when Lady Paulina-a noblewoman of striking beauty and unexpected wit-arrives at court, his world shifts. She is unlike anyone he has ever known: bold where others bow, clever where others flatter, and unafraid to challenge both king and kingdom.
What begins as fascination soon burns into a forbidden love that defies the rigid expectations of royalty. But the closer Francis draws to Paulina, the more dangerous their bond becomes. Whispers of betrayal ripple through the corridors of power, enemies gather in the shadows, and Paulina's own hidden past threatens to unravel the fragile peace of France.
Torn between the crown he was born to protect and the woman who has captured his heart, Francis must decide whether love is worth the cost of a kingdom. For in a world where loyalty is tested and passion can topple thrones, their love may be the most dangerous secret of all.