"A nightingale doesn’t consort with a wolf, does it?" What to expect: MM Romance (Male/Male)Forced Marriage & Slow BurnUnequal Power DynamicsCulture ClashCourt Intrigue & PoliticsA prince without a throne or kingdom. After the brutal conquest of his homeland by the barbarian general Valadrin, Nissai expected a life in exile. Instead, a fate worse than death awaits him. The new king, desperate to legitimize his rule, demands marriage to a member of the fallen Tal dynasty. When Nissai’s sister escapes her fate, Valadrin makes a shocking Nissai himself will be his spouse. Thrust back into a palace now teeming with enemies, Nissai must navigate his new, humiliating role. Forced to live alongside the usurper, he faces the scorn of the court and subjects. In a world ruled by brute force and tribal customs, Nissai must fight for survival and respect. Content Warning & This dark fantasy novel contains themes of loss of status, homophobia, and scenes intended for a mature audience (18+). Recommended for readers who enjoy complex relationships, power struggles, and stories of self-discovery against all odds.

Five months have passed. Prince Nissai has been ruling Deoren in Valadrin's absence, growing from an object of mockery into a capable and decisive leader. He is settling into his new power, only to be unsettled by an unexpected he truly misses his husband. But Valadrin's triumphant return is not the reunion Nissai longed for. The king is secretive, cold, and hidden behind closed doors. What secrets did Valadrin bring back from the war?—- This is an MM (Male/Male) fantasy novel. It contains themes such slow burn, forced marriage, cultural differences, political intrigue, loss of status, and scenes intended for a mature audience. Recommended for readers who enjoy complex relationships, power struggles, and stories of self-discovery against all odds.