You Can Stay | Lestappen
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MatureComplete Thu, Jun 12, 20252h 49m
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Charles and Max are heirs to the throne and are rival royal families, facing personal trauma and weight of their own lives at the alliance gathering. Despite the chaos unfolding, they discover a connection and must move forward together.
However, navigating this life is challenging in the world of royalty, with raised standards and expectations as soon to be kings, they must decide if the strong developing feelings are worth the risk.
"Everyone can go away, not you Charles, you stay with me."
*Cover credits to @hotmandrivesfast on Tumblr*
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