The Heart

Some cages are forged from gold.
Others are impossible to see.

Though spared from execution, Andalia Narrsen remains a prisoner in all but name. Trapped within the royal court she never wished to join, the mercenary princess struggles to find her place in a world of politics, secrets, and expectations.

Crown Prince Maer Lakrius understands captivity better than most. Bound by duty and increasingly troubled by his father's actions, he is determined to lead Emberya toward a different future. One built on alliance instead of fear.

As friendship grows into something deeper between them, Maer and Andalia become each other's refuge amid the dangers surrounding them.

But beyond the kingdom's walls, an ancient power is fading. And while kings play their games and old wounds refuse to heal, a darkness is gathering around a secret that could change everything.

For some bonds are stronger than fear.

And some hearts refuse to stop beating, even in the darkest of times.