Crowned by Shadows

****Trigger Warning: This story contains death, physical violence, sexual scenes, dark themes, and more.****

The Bored Prince
Lazarus Sherwood hates the idea of the ball his father is throwing. He doesn't want to find a Mate yet and would prefer to not be forced to make such an important decision. When he calls Chastity back to the castle, it isn't with the intention of making her his bride, but somehow the thought enters his mind...

The Banished Seamstress
Chastity West returns to the American Sherwood Castle for the grand event to take place there. She's been called back by her boss, Lazarus, for an unknown mission, and must keep her intent a secret from everyone, including her best friend, Princess Marie. There are strange things afoot at the vampire castle, and Lazarus is entrusting Chastity with the task of keeping his sister safe...

The Thief
Darius Hassanpour is Marie's other best friend. He has never been liked by Lazarus or Chastity, but he never cared. He has far more important things to worry about. For example, he keeps finding things out about Chastity that make her look suspicious. Things that draw Darius in and make him want to find out more about her...

The vampire masquerade has begun, and there seem to be shadows watching the royal family's every move. As for those close to the family, they'd better watch out: someone is after the royal crown, and will kill anyone in their way...