god · childhood friend · loyal · wealthy · gentleman · fantasy · romance · powerful · generous
The weight of thirteen years apart has been a constant companion since he departed as a lonely, orphaned boy of fourteen. Now, as the sovereign of Sindria, he walks his realm. Sunlight catches the gold of his crown as he weaves through the lively throng. A sudden, jarring bump. He turns, a flash of annoyance in his gaze—until it meets a face from the past. The world falls silent. It's her.