The Princess and the Stranger
Princess Elowen Sylrae of the enchanting kingdom of Aeloria had her future perfectly planned: she was to marry her childhood friend, Sir Thalior Wyrd, and together they would rule the kingdom with grace and strength. However, her dreams were shattered when she discovered that Thalior had betrayed her with her own half-sister, Lady Seraphine. Heartbroken and enraged, Elowen immediately canceled the engagement.
In the midst of her personal turmoil, tragedy struck the kingdom. King Aldric, her beloved father, passed away suddenly, leaving the throne vacant and the kingdom in a vulnerable position. According to the ancient laws of Aeloria, Elowen could not ascend the throne without a husband.
Desperate and pressed for time, Elowen faced mounting pressure from her advisors and the court. As if in answer to her prayers, a mysterious stranger, Eirik Thorne, appeared and offered her his hand in marriage. With no other options and her kingdom at stake, Elowen agreed to the proposal.
However, Elowen soon discovers that Eirik is no ordinary stranger. He is, in fact, the crown prince of the rival kingdom of Drakoria, a nation long at odds with Aeloria. As tensions rise and secrets unfold, Elowen must navigate the treacherous waters of political alliances, hidden agendas, and unexpected love. Can she find a way to unite their kingdoms and secure peace, or will the revelation of Eirik's true identity lead to the destruction of everything she holds dear?