[English is not my first language] This is a short story for participation in the "Reigning Desires" contest, a collaboration between the official Wattpad account @WattpadHistoricalRomance and @WattpadAfterDark. This contest is combined with the nuances of kingdoms in various eras that trigger the author to develop story writing. The prompt used was "An arranged marriage between two well-known families wasn't uncommon. But their kids had a history, and as they say- where there was fire, there's always a chance of rekindling." Theme: Rekindled Love and Political Intrigue. Genre: Historical Romance. Description: In the heart of the Victorian era, Lady Melvina Alardice and Lord Edgar Hogan are bound by a political marriage arranged to strengthen their families' power. Despite a turbulent past filled with love and scandal, their reunion stirs old emotions and new challenges. As they navigate their complex relationship amidst political pressures and external temptations, they strive to rediscover the love that once united them. Their journey reveals the power of true love to overcome obstacles and reshape destinies. 📌"True love can rekindle the extinguished flame, transcending the trials of time and circumstance."📌 ____________ Published Date: Wednesday, 15 November 2023. Picture: Pinterest Cover: Canva ____________ RANK 🏆: #11 - OvercomingObstacles [Wednesday, 14 August 2024] #40 - PoliticalIntrigue [Tuesday, 27 August 2024]