The Prized Princess
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Last published Sun, Aug 8, 2021
Verin has lived a simple life as a daughter of the king and queen of Arkaya. Her daily life would include her lessons, reading, taking strolls through the gardens, and a particular hobby she has taken up: that of archery. She's always been fond of a certain knight, Sir Valian, but it wasn't until he became her instructor that feelings began to bloom between the two. Uncertain whether or not to ask her father permission to court him, she bides her time for the perfect opportunity.
King Emar has different plans for his daughter. He decides to set up a challenge for the kingdom's knights for Verin's hand in marriage. Once told of this, Verin is sent into a spiral of emotion, only to go against her morals and go behind her father's back to ensure Valian wins. After a night of planning, she is certain nothing could falter in her scheme.
Fate is a fickle friend though, determined to sabotage both of their plans. Verin is thrown into an adventure of her own, one that will test her breaking point. During this time, she discovers more about herself than she has in all her life. Will she want to return to the capital though? Stay true to her love for Valian? Or will she be captivated by the thrilling pace of life outside the confines of the castle?
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