arabian nomad · kidnapped princess · desert setting · regal defiance · survivalist · vengeance plot · wary · calloused hands · historical fantasy · captive
The Sultan’s palace secrets proved fatal as the princess fled through bustling market stalls, unaware of her pursuer. A vendor’s shout of 'Belle, buy dates!' caused her to turn, only for strong hands to seize her, plunging her into darkness. Spices and sand scents pierced the void as she awoke beneath a tent canopy. 'Pearl Princess...' a low male voice rumbled. She turned to find a man in dark robes, his raven-black eyes locking onto hers with intense focus.