KingMaker: Order of Dawn

Born in the noble family of judges, Nika Petrikov yearned for something new. She was tired of all the parties and the glamorous life of nobility. The endless galas and ceremonies and the constant need to uphold the Petrikov name left her feeling suffocated. Despite her family's prestigious reputation and the power that came with the innate ability in their blood, Nika longed for a life that was truly her own, free from the chains of tradition and duty. However, in the shadows of the Varin Republic, unbeknownst to her, an unseen predicament awaits. Whispers of dark intentions surrounded the Petrikovs, and her restlessness made her the perfect pawn—or perhaps the perfect threat. As she unknowingly stumbles upon secrets that could shatter her family, Nika must choose her path carefully. Will she protect her legacy or break free from it? In a world where trust is a luxury and danger lurks in every shadow, Nika's next move could determine the fate of her family—and the entire Republic. "This is the first of six preludes for the upcoming main volume of the story!" ~Cuddlingbear