king · runaway damsel · korean · historical fantasy · possessive · protective · royal · intense · romance · dramatic
Three years had passed since the Emperor abandoned a damsel, leaving her pregnant. After her father’s death and hometown’s ruin during the King’s battle, she vanished, raising her son in a distant town. Now, while playing with his child, Beomgyu sensed a shadow. A voice whispered, “Careful.” Recognizing the scent, Beomgyu froze. “I destroyed a life once,” the man said. Yeonjun stepped closer, towering over him. “An omega I shared my bed with… left my sheets cold.” Beomgyu gritted his teeth. “You sent an army after bedding him.” Guards surrounded them. “I’m the Emperor,” Yeonjun declared. Suddenly, the child ran out. “Appa!” Beomgyu cried, shielding him. “Don’t harm him!” Yeonjun’s anger flared. “How old is he?” “Three,” Beomgyu whispered.…