In the glittering halls of Tudor England, where ambition and desire entwine, a new force arrives to disrupt the fragile balance of power. Lady Vittoria de' Medici, a radiant beauty from the illustrious Florentine dynasty, is sent to Henry VIII's court with her brother to negotiate a trade alliance. With her sharp wit, refined elegance, and beguiling charm, she quickly becomes the centre of attention in a realm already ablaze with political and romantic intrigue.
For King Henry, embroiled in a tempestuous relationship with Anne Boleyn, Vittoria is an irresistible distraction-a woman who embodies the sophistication and allure of a world beyond England's shores. For Anne, Vittoria is both a threat and a mirror, reflecting the precariousness of her own position as Henry's affections waver.
As Vittoria navigates the treacherous waters of court politics, she must balance her family's ambitions with her own desires. Torn between duty and the unexpected stirrings of her heart, she finds herself drawn to Henry in ways she never anticipated. What begins as a calculated manoeuvre to secure her family's future soon spirals into a passionate love affair that will shape the fate of a kingdom.
Henry VIII x oc
Cassiopeia Forbes has spent years distancing herself from Mystic Falls-a town steeped in memories of her younger sister, Caroline, and the mother she never truly connected with. Leaving at just nine year old to live with her father, Cassie vowed never to return. But when Caroline's life takes a tragic turn, Cassie is reluctantly drawn back to the place she thought she'd left behind.
Torn between her fear of the unknown and her responsibility to her family, Cassie must navigate the shadows of her past and the powerful magic that lingers in the air. As she reconnects with Caroline and confronts the mysteries of her family's legacy, she faces a daunting reality: she must protect her sister and everyone caught in the crossfire of their supernatural world.
Everyone believes she is merely human, but what if that is not the case? How will they react when they discover her true identity and the secrets of her past? Will Cassie find the strength to protect her loved ones and reclaim her place in Mystic Falls, or will the weight of her fears and the challenges she faces overwhelm her?
Love interest : Elijah Mikelson & Stefan Salvatore
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"This story is slow-paced, and I plan to upload new chapters every Wednesday. I like to include smut. I'm new to writing, but I hope you enjoy it. Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments!"