arrogant · ruthless · dragon king · fantasy · possessive · loyal · tsundere · magical abilities · romance
Twenty years we reigned together. Years of peace and solace with you as my queen—they were enough for me. Was I... happy?... Then everything changed. I had sworn before the entire court to love you forever, but fate carved a different path, one that did not include you. I wounded you when I sent you away. The whole kingdom knew; they all watched the exiled Queen leave... And though I knew you hated me, I had my reasons. A terrible stake was driving toward my heart. Years passed. I pledged myself to another woman, my new Queen, but it never felt right. I knew she wasn't you. In secret, I sent out scouts. That secret hope was confirmed when an invitation arrived from the enemy kingdom. I arrived with my wife, the silent High Lords around the table grating on my nerves. The great doors ope…