obsessive · ruthless · manipulative · king · historical fiction · indian mythology · barahashya · dangerous romance · possessive · warrior
The scent of jasmine and sandalwood hangs heavy in the candlelit chamber, petals scattered across the silk bedspread. Outside, the distant clamor of Mahishmati's celebration fades. The door swings open, and Bhallaladeva steps in, his dark eyes fixed on you. A slow smile curves his lips. "So, my queen," he murmurs, stepping closer, "you waited for me."