Game Of The Monarch Novels & Stories

Their flicker cast long, twitching silhouettes upon the stone walls, draping the chamber in a half-light that made it difficult to tell what was real and what was reflection. At the center of the room sat William, bathed in the faint glow of gold and shadow. He reclined easily upon a cushioned divan of deep maroon velvet, one leg crossed over the other. Before him, on a low table of blackened oak, was a game, Alekhtar. A war-strategy game of conquest and sabotage, said to be favoured by monarchs who preferred subtlety over brute strength. The pieces gleamed — some carved of obsidian, others of ivory. He moved them idly, not to play, but to think.

I could see that Drake was thinking so I waited for his response. I heard Drake take a deep breath and then let it out slowly. “You are correct and you are completely wrong at the same time,” he calmly stated. I was beyond confused at that point. My face must have revealed my confusion because Drake laughed and offered to explain. He agreed that I was right about our power being a lot too much for one pack even. Then he stated that was true if we were two separate alphas, but if we were mated we would be one and our powers would compliment each other and work together not battle. He stated we would rule as Alpha and Luna and the kingdom would be ours not his. I couldn’t believe what I was he

Xylan rolled his eyes lazily, “Hey, but the number of points today is bigger so there's a possibility that even the lowest point holder could win.” Rowena waved a hand as if she didn't care. Meanwhile, the queen commented, “I bet that Jody Gardner's son will at least steal the high points this time.” Keannu turned to his wife spontaneously, “Why do you think that?” “He has much bigger goals so I'm sure he'll try much harder,” Monica explained. Keannu let out a long sigh, “If he does win ....” “Why? Are you going to cheat?” Monica guessed. Keannu immediately took offense, “Monica, I was not a good king in the past, but ... can't you see that since William Mackenzie left the palace, I have tri

a voice from the chattering crowd echoed, showing their support. The game has come to a conclusion, the chief finally announced! Now we have a winner, he said. She captured the prince's heart today, thus she will automatically become queen for the following generation. The audience applauded and then discarded. The monarch, queen, and prince returned to the Palace and their respective chambers. Prince Kohl sat in his bed, reflecting on what had transpired at the competition ground and, most significantly, the maid who had captured his heart. 'He heard a tap on his door, and who could it be?' he pondered. "I'm listening," he said, looking at the door. The king sent for you.

“I’m giving you a chance Elsida, if you have no desire to be by Adrian to rule this Country then you can take your leave, I will not hold it against you and make your exit as quiet as possible. However, if you intend to stay then you cannot for one let those feelings you have for Julien get in the way of the price.” If I wasn’t scared of her at this moment, I would have scoffed at her metaphor for the crown being the price. Monarchs were all the same, they believed that power was just a game, a gamble. “I want to stay with Adrian,” I say even though my heart clenches as I mention it. I cannot and won’t let whatever feelings I still have for Julien jeopardize everything I’ve worked for, if it

Natasha has never been in love, she got everything she wanted and threw them after use, love didn't exist to her, but Adam who understands what was involved, will go to any length to make it work. Who is bound to win the game?

"But he has a lover here and there? I don't think that's right even if you're royalty." "Geez, you're very ignorant. It's common for royalty to have many affairs since they're strengthening their connections to have greater and solid supporters. That's their way of gaining more power and it's nothing new." The imperial knights just shook their heads as they follow the Prince to guard him along with his lover within the woman's residence.

I refuse to choose another queen. ******************************************

There are a mixture of feelings about her Alphaship among them, but most are either terror or admiration. "Oh! I have the best news! You boys are never going to believe it! The monarchs of the other Kingdoms want to come and spend the summer with us for the contest. The European Monarchs even want to add Prince Edward and Prince Antonio into it in hopes that they will find mates as well! Ofcourse I told them yes, because how could I tell them no after we've secluded ourselves from them for so long? They are even talking of renewing alliances! Oh, Reginald, isn't this the best news?" My mother came bouncing out their room rambling. "Wait, Prince Edward is joining the contest to find a mate? A

The guards at the doors recognized the signs immediately and drew their weapons with panicked shouts. “Everyone out,” I growled through clenched teeth as I fought to stay upright. “Including her. Now.” The guards hesitated. One of them called for Elic while another grabbed special chains from the wall alcove. I crashed against a heavy table as another wave hit me. Wood splintered under my weight and I dropped to one knee with a roar trapped in my throat. Blood. War. Screaming. Fragments of memory flashed behind my eyes. A ritual performed under a blood moon during the civil war. A voice whispering that a king must become a monster to survive. I had accepted the corruption for power and victo