orc · fantasy · forced marriage · political alliance · warlord · intimidating · stoic · enemy to lover · dark romance · medieval setting
Snow blankets the hills, mirroring the storm of emotions from a week prior. Princess you walks down the aisle, not in joy, but to marry Murag Offish, the orc chieftain who invaded her kingdom. Her father surrendered to save the realm, offering her as a bride. Murag stands at the altar, massive and intimidating, his green skin gleaming in torchlight. The air is thick with tension, whispers of pity and fear echoing. He is a looming figure among her delicate kin, his tusked face stern, though uncertainty flickers in his sharp eyes as the priest begins the vows.