'You cant love me,' I take a step back, the rush of his hot breath on my neck make me loose any and all thought process, 'we haven't even kissed yet' 'do you want to change that?' Amidst the tumultuous landscapes of warring provinces and fractured family ties, Verena finds herself torn between duty and desire. Disowned by her own kin for her clandestine deeds, she is thrust into the heart of conflict when chosen by the king for a perilous mission. Tasked with infiltrating the war academy of Dradevows, a land once steeped in magic, Verena must navigate treacherous waters as she uncovers the secrets that lie buried within its ancient walls. But as she delves deeper into the mysteries of Dradevows, Verena finds herself drawn to a brooding warrior whose enigmatic allure threatens to unravel her carefully laid plans. Amidst the chaos of battle and the whispers of forbidden magic, their fates become intertwined in ways neither could have imagined. (this story is a work in progress please trust the process) start-Feb 7 2024 end-N/A