SirenSea87
Princess Cora of Lake Econfina was born into duty, not freedom. As heir to the underwater throne, her life is one of diplomacy, decorum, and silent suffering. But beneath the calm surface of her regal smile, Cora harbors a secret that could unravel the merkingdom: she has fallen in love with a human-and borne his child.
Now, the child is gone-hidden on the surface in a desperate bid to save her from the wrath of the royal court. Cora returns to the palace with salt-stung eyes and a shattered heart, only to find herself under scrutiny. Her mother, Queen Cordelia, a ruler as cold as the ocean's deepest trench, begins interrogating the servants. Something is amiss, and everyone can sense it.
A mysterious advisor with knowledge of ancient sea magic offers aid-but at what cost? As the royal court closes in, Cora must try to navigate treacherous politics, conceal the truth, and protect what's left of her forbidden love. One wrong move could destroy her, and if the truth surfaces, it could ignite a new war between merfolk and humans.
In a world where secrets drown and loyalty can kill, Cora must decide: can she rule a kingdom that would destroy her child?