Beneath the Savage Helm
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Last published Fri, Sep 5, 2025
Rivals. Knights. A tournament that will crown one victor-and awaken a love neither dares to claim.
When Sir Alaric rides into the lists, he expects to meet every opponent with steel and pride.
What he does not expect is Rafe-a reckless knight with a sharp tongue, a darker past, and eyes that linger too long.
From the first clash of lances, their rivalry blazes hotter than the sun over the tourney grounds.
But behind the armor, desire brews where hatred should be. Each duel, each midnight encounter, pushes them closer to a truth more dangerous than any blade:
They were never meant to fight as enemies.
And yet, in a world where honor is everything, what could be more forbidden than falling for your rival?
✨ Slow-burn ✨ Rivals-to-Lovers ✨ Medieval Romance ✨ LGBTQ+ ✨
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