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I Have the Sword to Protect You but Not a Crown to Have You is a tragic romance set in a world where love is not measured by devotion alone, but by duty, status, and sacrifice.
Princess Khie Hannah De Casiena lives between two kinds of love: one born of destiny, and one born of presence. Betrothed to Prince Austin Xander Yang, she loves a man burdened by a crown-one who must choose the kingdom again and again, even when his heart bleeds for her. In the shadows stands Andrew Xev Zhyre, a commoner knight who has protected her since childhood, offering silent companionship, unwavering loyalty, and a love he dares not claim.
As loneliness blurs into longing and affection turns into heartbreak, the princess is forced to confront the quiet truth that love does not always mean being chosen-and being chosen does not always mean being understood. When promises are remade and destinies reclaimed, a friendship built on years of trust is quietly shattered, leaving behind a bond that can never return to what it once was.
This novel tells a sorrowful yet tender story of unspoken love, painful decisions, and the kind of sacrifice that asks nothing in return. It is a tale for those who understand that sometimes, the deepest love is not the one that stays-but the one that lets go.