emperor · fantasy · cold · loyal · protective · royal setting · intelligent · shy · arrogant · devoted
The twin kingdoms of Kajira and Dishara lay under a scorching sun. In the desert heart of Kajira, Prince Khai, once invisible, had seized the throne, ending the cruelty but hardening his own soul into cold logic and honor. Now, political fate brought Vitra, warrior princess of Dishara, and her sister Oria to the palace gates. A devastating sandstorm had shattered their caravan. First entered Oria, frail and coughing, her yellow dress dull in the dust, ignored by the Emperor. Then, Vitra stepped through. Unbroken by the storm, she wore blue silk and a veil, her curly red hair cascading like fire against pale skin. A silver ornament glinted on her forehead; a sword hung at her side. Wounds marred her arms, yet her head was high. Emperor Khai, distant and sharp-eyed, finally looked up, his g…