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Chapter 18: Rising Tensions
The murmurs in the crowd shifted from skepticism to confusion as Jaeha’s words hung in the air. Seojin could feel the weight of expectation pressing down on his brother, each villager's gaze scrutinizing the future king. The nobles behind Jaeha maintained a facade of confidence, but Seojin could sense their uncertainty, their loyalty wavering in the face of the villagers' unrest.
By Hadia Sirajabout a year ago in Chapters
Chapter 20: Whispers in the Shadows
The sun rose on the palace, bathing it in a warm glow, but the air was thick with anticipation. Seojin stood by the window, watching the villagers go about their daily routines, their faces reflecting a mixture of hope and uncertainty. Jaeha had promised to address their concerns, but doubt lingered in the corners of Seojin’s mind.
By Hadia Sirajabout a year ago in Chapters
Chapter 19: The Fragile Alliance
As the last rays of sunlight faded, the villagers murmured among themselves, their expressions a mix of hope and uncertainty. Seojin felt the tension in the air as he watched Jaeha prepare to address the crowd again, the flicker of determination igniting in his brother’s eyes.
By Hadia Sirajabout a year ago in Chapters
Old Enough
Pearl swung around the second my feet touched the kitchen tile and began the introductions to our new somebody hired for help. - "Well 'morning sleepy head, I got someone who wants to meet you!"- Yeah right, she's dying to meet me, the one who will give her some quick news, I am in need of no mindin' and I don't plan on listening to a dang word you say!-
By ROCK aka Andrea Polla (Simmons)about a year ago in Chapters
Chapter 15: Whispers of Dissent
The days following Seojin's heart-to-heart with Jaeha felt like walking through a minefield. Though a fragile understanding had blossomed between them, the tension lingered, heavier than the warm summer air that enveloped the palace. Seojin couldn’t shake the feeling that the tenuous peace they had carved out was on the brink of collapse, especially with the whispers of dissent growing louder among the nobles.
By Hadia Sirajabout a year ago in Chapters
Chapter 10: Consequences of Desire
The morning sun filtered through the curtains, casting soft light across the room, illuminating the tangled sheets that lay crumpled around Seojin and Jaeha. Seojin stirred, his senses awakening to the warmth of Jaeha’s body beside him. The events of the previous night played in his mind, each moment etched vividly into his memory.
By Hadia Sirajabout a year ago in Chapters
Chapter 12: The Flicker of Hope
Seojin awoke the next morning with a sense of urgency thrumming in his veins. The sun poured through the window, illuminating the room in warm hues, yet the light brought little comfort. He sat up, the weight of the previous day’s confrontation lingering heavily on his shoulders. Jaeha’s words echoed in his mind, a constant reminder of the emotional prison he found himself in.
By Hadia Sirajabout a year ago in Chapters
Chapter 13: Shadows of the Past
The days that followed were a whirlwind of confusion and anxiety for Seojin. He felt the walls of the palace closing in around him, and despite his resolve to reclaim his freedom, every interaction with Jaeha left him more conflicted. The passion that ignited their bond battled with the reality of their situation—two brothers caught in a web of possessiveness and societal expectations.
By Hadia Sirajabout a year ago in Chapters
Chapter 11: The Chains of Possession
The soft glow of dawn filtered through the barred window of Seojin's secluded chamber, casting elongated shadows on the walls. The quiet was broken only by the distant chirping of birds, a reminder of the world outside—a world that felt painfully out of reach. Seojin sat on the edge of his bed, his heart heavy with a mix of determination and dread.
By Hadia Sirajabout a year ago in Chapters
Chapter 14: The Gathering Storm
The days that followed Seojin's confrontation with Jaeha were fraught with tension. Each moment spent in the palace felt like walking a tightrope, balancing the delicate relationship between two brothers caught in a storm of conflicting emotions. Seojin could feel the air thickening with unspoken words and unresolved feelings, the tension simmering just below the surface.
By Hadia Sirajabout a year ago in Chapters
Chapter 7: The Gathering Storm
The days blurred into weeks as Seojin and Jaeha trained relentlessly, their bond deepening with each clash of swords and shared breath. The early morning light began to feel like a promise, a reminder that they were fighting for something greater than themselves. Yet, with each passing day, the weight of the outside world loomed larger, an impending storm gathering on the horizon.
By Hadia Sirajabout a year ago in Chapters
Chapter 6: The Edge of Freedom
The dawn light filtered through the barred window, casting thin strips of golden light across the stone floor of the training room. Seojin had always loved the early morning hours—the stillness, the promise of a new day. But today, it felt different, electric with the anticipation of change.
By Hadia Sirajabout a year ago in Chapters
