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By Order of the King
Last Updated : 2025-07-07
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Orphaned at the age of 11, Skye was the sole survivor of a devastating fire that destroyed her home in a village in the Scottish Lowlands of 1301. By order of King Cinaed, her reluctant uncle was forced to take her in, though he left her upbringing to his maids. As Skye grew older, her uncle saw her marriageable age as an opportunity to rid himself of her. However, Skye, haunted by the scars of her past and fearful of rejection, sent away every suitor her uncle brought to the castle. When a new order from the King arrived, the entire family, including Skye, delightedly welcomed the news. But Skye’s heart was gripped by fear and uncertainty beneath her composed exterior. Her greatest dread was about to come true, threatening to upend her fragile sense of security and thrust her into an unknown future. Unbeknownst to Skye, forces beyond her control set the stage for a journey filled with secrets, betrayal, and unexpected alliances. As the shadows of her past collide with the demands of her present, Skye must navigate a web of intrigue to uncover the truth and find her place in a world turned upside down.
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By Order of the King Chapter 96
Dougal stood before her, wearing a broad smile, his eyes sparkling with impatience.But when he saw the surprise flicker across her face—like she hadn’t expected him at all—his confidence slipped.Not outwardly, not fully. But something inside him gave way, subtle as a misstep.His smile softened, then faded. His gaze blurred.“Yes… it’s me. Although…” he said quietly.It was the first time Iona had seen him so well-groomed.Her chest trembled. Her heart kicked sharply, then began to race.He wasn’t in his usual worn work clothes.He’d combed his hair. His shirt was clean. His boots were polished.He’s so handsome, Iona thought, startled by the rush in her stomach.Dougal rubbed the back of his neck, eyes flicking down.“I… I don’t understand. Dif you change your mind? If you did, that’s okay, I can still—”Her thoughts blurred—was it relief? Was it joy?She wasn’t sure. Maybe both.She had hoped for this. But she’d already given up hope.And now? She was about to let him leave?“No,”
Last Updated : 2025-07-07By Order of the King Chapter 95
Iona stopped outside the kitchen door and hesitated. She wasn't ready to face anyone yet.She wiped her eyes carefully and waited for the moisture to dry. Then she stepped inside, removed her cape, hung it on its hook, and went straight to her usual spot at the vegetable-peeling corner without a word.No "Good morning." Not today.It wasn't a good day—it was one of the worst she could remember.A few heads turned. The others looked at her in mild surprise, confused by her absence of the usual greeting. But no one asked questions. No one said a word. They returned to their work.Iona sat in the low chair and began peeling vegetables. A task that had now become a routine in her daily life, yet she felt discomfort; something inside her felt off. It had started low, like a whisper just below the ribs, and then spiraled up, wrapping around her throat and making it difficult to swallow. Her mouth was dry. Her throat tasted like copper and sorrow.She hadn't eaten, but she didn't care—her ap
Last Updated : 2025-06-28By Order of the King Chapter 94
Iona gripped the broom tightly, pressing her fingers into the smooth wood.The stiff bristles scraped against the stone floor, the sound grating in a way that always made her shudder.Dust swirled, hovered for a moment, then settled again—just out of reach. She pushed it forward. Again. Again."Too bad you got out of that hole," she had said to him.The words had clung to her all day, rattling in her mind.Why had she said those words?She didn't mean them, and now she regretted those words.But it was done, and Dougal probably wouldn't want to see her again after that.Her grip tightened. The broom scratched harder against the stone, its strokes growing sharper and more forceful.She was too deep inside her thoughts to notice the presence behind her.A gentle tap on her shoulder jolted her back into reality.She sucked in a breath, startled, jumping slightly.Her eyes darted around—until they landed on Fergus.His gaze was steady. Unwavering.Her expression hardened. She narrowed her
Last Updated : 2025-06-20By Order of the King Chapter , Part 2
Talisha smiled against Skye's shoulder. "Right decision," she said, stroking her hair. "And if you want, we can invite some of Hector's friends, especially Lennox and Eithne—I know you've been close to them. What do you say?"Skye nodded, pressing her chin lightly against Talisha's shoulder, seeking comfort in the warmth of her presence."Excellent. I'll tell Glenn to prepare the invitations for Eithne and Lennox. For the rest of the guests, I'll discuss it with Hector first to choose who else to invite. Since the king is away, I suggest only young people—those who have the appetite and stamina for fun."Skye let out a soft, imperceptible laugh, a breath of lightness curling past her lips—the first in the last days."Discuss this with Hector. I don't want him to be misunderstood by offended people who weren't invited.""Okay. I'll do whatever you want. I'll discuss it with Hector."Talisha gently pulled away, her hands resting on Skye's forearms for a moment as if to reassure her befo
Last Updated : 2025-06-05By Order of the King Chapter 93, Part 1
Iona closed the heavy wooden kitchen door behind her, the worn hinges creaking under the force of her movement. She leaned against it, her chest rising and falling too quickly.As if she had been running.As if she had been running from something.But now she was safe, or at least she believed so. She took a deep breath. The air in the kitchen smelled of hearth fire, baked bread, and the faint metallic bite of winter.The abrupt sound of the door echoed through the room, catching everyone's attention, including Talisha, who turned sharply."Iona?" Her voice carried a mix of surprise and concern as she moved toward her.By the time Talisha reached her, Iona had already pulled off her hood. She had removed her cape, shaking off the last traces of cold, and hung it carefully on the wooden hooks."Yes, it's you," Talisha murmured, relief and curiosity flickering in her eyes.Iona forced a composed smile. "Good morning, Madam Talisha."Talisha's gaze swept over her. "I didn't expect you to
Last Updated : 2025-06-04By Order of the King Chapter 92
The next morning, as Iona stirred from sleep, her first instinct was to check her finger. She worked carefully, unwrapping the fabric in slow, deliberate motions. The dim pre-dawn light made her squint, but as her wound came into view, her breath caught.Talisha was right.The gash was gone, replaced only by a faint, pink line. Iona pressed the skin cautiously. Nothing. No pain.She exhaled. Good. Now, she could get back to her miserable duties.If she were honest, though, she wasn't eager to return to them. What she feared most was the possibility of being cast aside and dismissed as useless. The fulfillment of her plan depended on her position, no matter how humiliating. She had to endure. Because one day, she would be rewarded.Years of brilliance awaited her—if she could endure a few months of suffering.She let out a slow breath, the corners of her lips lifting slightly. Time to get up.A humming sound drifted from outside, low and restless."It's windy today," she thought, a str
Last Updated : 2025-05-29
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