Political Currency

The invitation arrived two days later.Adrian had kept his word. The envelope contained the gala details, the guest list, and a brief note asking me to let him know if I decided to attend.I appreciated that more than I cared to admit. At least he wasn't forcing me. He was giving me a choice, though I had no idea how he'd react if I turned him down.I only skimmed the guest list. Lysara's name wasn't there. Neither were Magnus's or Vaeldric's. It was a relief to know I could avoid another round of unwanted drama.That was enough for me. I didn't even want to think about what might happen at the event. Better to have people gossiping right in front of me than whispering behind my back, wouldn't you agree?The gala took place at one of the capital's most prestigious hotels.By the time I arrived, the ballroom was already crowded with nobles and politicians, all of whom had mastered the art of looking important without saying anything meaningful.Adrian met me near the entrance.“You cam

Última actualización : 2026-10-25

Royal Concern

CYRAN POVThe King summoned me before the gala began.That alone shouldn't have been unusual. What concerned me was who else was there.Two senior advisers stood beside his desk, while the Lord Chancellor sat to the King's right. It wasn't often that we all ended up in the same room at the same time. Unless, of course, there was something urgent behind it.Judging by the fire in their eyes, none of them looked particularly pleased to see me.Wonderful.I was here to answer questions, not deliver good news. There wasn't much room for pleasantries. The King started questioning me before I'd even finished bowing."You're aware of the concerns raised by the council," he said."I've heard some of them, Your Majesty. Their complaints have been remarkably consistent. I doubt repeating them would serve any purpose."One of the advisers stiffened, exchanging a coded glance with the other. A code I didn't understand. While The King merely watched me over his clasped hands."They believe my son

Última actualización : 2026-10-26

The King's Price

SERAPHINA POVI arrived at the palace the next morning. What else could I do? I had no choice. Who would be crazy enough to refuse a summons from the King? Certainly not me.The difference was noticeable even before I passed through the main gates. Security was tighter. Oh, of course. Perhaps I was carrying a dangerous bomb. Who knew?The corridors were quieter, too. The servants bowed their heads without actually looking at me, as if the entire palace already knew why I was here. Oh, come on. I wasn't asking to be treated with respect. But this cold reception made it feel as though I were about to be executed.Okay, maybe I was exaggerating a little. It made sense for things to be different. Before, I'd only visited the palace for royal events, not because the King himself had summoned me.Or perhaps everyone was simply making up their own reasons.First experiences were always a little difficult.Adrian was waiting for me in the front hall, looking rather grim. The dark circles und

Última actualización : 2026-10-28

Decree

“The Crown does not need to wait for a crime to happen before taking precautions.” The King's voice cut through the room.Goddammit! I had a feeling this was where things would get worse.“Then Father has every right to consider it a risk. But that doesn't automatically make Lady Seraphina Vermont a threat, let alone mean her family deserves to lose everything they've rightfully earned.”I held my breath. Adrian's words only made my heart beat faster. No matter how right he was, the King could interpret them however he pleased.Besides, Adrian wasn't defending our relationship. He was separating two things the King had deliberately lumped together: his judgment of me and his authority over House Vermont.That was much harder to argue against.The King's face flushed with barely restrained anger. He then turned his gaze toward me, his eyes piercing as though I were the reason his son had grown so bold.“So, you intend to remain by her side?” He turned back to Adrian, though the corner

Última actualización : 2026-10-29

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Political Currency

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