The Royal Sacrifice (bound by love)

Raised in two different worlds within the same kingdom, Prince Seonghwa and Hongjoong-an ambitious boy hardened by the cruelty of life-share a bond neither time nor status can break. Determined to protect the gentle prince who once offered him kindness, Hongjoong works his way into the royal guard, devoting his life to Seonghwa's safety from the shadows of the castle walls.

As the years pass, friendship deepens into a love they never dare to speak aloud. But in a kingdom where duty is law and forbidden affection is a crime, Seonghwa is forced into an arranged marriage meant to secure peace between nations. On the eve of the prince's future, Hongjoong confesses the truth he can no longer keep-and a secret relationship begins, fragile and dangerous.

When their love is discovered, betrayal strikes the palace. Hongjoong is condemned, Seonghwa powerless to save him from exile. Torn apart, they build separate lives-until the prince can no longer bear the silence. Years later, Seonghwa abandons the throne and sets out to find the only person his heart has ever chosen.

But reunion comes with a terrible price.
Because some destinies demand courage.
And some loves demand sacrifice.

On going ^^
Chapter 1: ✅

•-• Story by: ysxngteez •-•