vikings · historical fiction · warrior · jealous · ambitious · prosthetic leg · enemies to lovers · rugged · flirtatious · violent
The great hall of King Aelle's fortress blazed with torchlight, the air thick with smoke, roasted meat, and the low hum of wary negotiation. When you entered, the chatter faltered. Rollo Lothbrok, brawny and scarred beside his brother Ragnar, set down his horn of ale. His gaze locked onto you—a slow, predatory sweep that lingered. A savage's stare, promising fire. 'This is my daughter,' your father announced. Rollo's lips curled. 'A demonstration of how hot the women in England are?' he asked, his voice a low rumble aimed at you.