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[close] Hi, all! I have started this place for anyone who might wish to not only chat to me about my books (unlikely, but you never know!) but also if you just wish to chat about reading, writing and generally enjoying books! Best wishes, D

[close] So this is going to my wrting blog, basically where I will be posting a chapter a day, [hopefully!]. Please do NOT claim my work as your own; you will be banned.

[close] The royal heir flees the palace after discovering a dangerous secret about their own family—one that could start a war if exposed. The kingdom sends a seasoned bodyguard to retrieve them, but catching the heir isn’t the hard part; it’s convincing them to go back. When an assassination attempt forces them into hiding together, the bodyguard reluctantly joins the heir on a journey across forbidden lands. As they travel, the two uncover conspiracies, hidden magic, and an uneasy bond that begins to challenge their duty and destiny. The bodyguard must decide where their loyalty truly lies—protecting the crown or protecting the runaway who never wanted it.