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IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be known that this book wouldn't have made it this far without the support my dear writing buddy Rachel E. Canton who is a great writer of SINS OF THE SERAPHIM - https://www.webnovel.com/book/sins-of-the-seraphim_26438336605116805 and Derek J. Perna

To Rachel & Derek, Thank you for everything!
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When the last heir of Ardel lost everything, fate would bring her to her rightful protector.

Anna Adhemar, the forgotten princess, found herself betrayed by the Regent. Hunted by the Bargesians and the ruthless slave traders, she desperately fled for her life. 

Rescued by a mysterious man, her newfound safety was short-lived as she succumbed to a potent aphrodisiac. Then, she awoke in the arms of the fearsome Knight Commander of Gerhard, stripped bare, in a foreign kingdom. 

Fear, confusion, and a sense of profound devastation enveloped her. 

But the man before her declared, "I am your husband. I married you last night."

Then, with unwavering determination, he vowed, " You're my woman now. No one can hurt my woman."
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Kyren Raychard, the Crown Prince who had chosen to forsake the throne and became celibate, led the Knights of Gerhard to safeguard his kingdom’s border from slave trading activities.

Outside his camp, he found Anna poisoned and delirious. The healer informed him of the only cure, of which he must race against time to give and honour her. 

For the first time, he felt an overwhelming instinct to protect and claim her as his own. 

Unaware of his deepening affection, he belatedly realised his feelings as he stood on the brink of losing her.

Bound by a soul-binding spell, their fates intertwined…

The Grand Duke's Soulmate

As they arrived in the city, they were greeted by a scene of bustling crowds. The streets were teeming with people. All gathered in the city centre as if a grand celebration were taking place. In the heart of the city centre, an intricately decorated stage stood tall at the plaza, capturing everyone's attention.

Guards and soldiers maintained a vigilant presence, ensuring the safety of the surroundings. Opportunistic sellers and stall owners took advantage of the large crowds, eager to boost their sales.

Colourful buntings adorned the buildings, displaying the emblem of the Firebird, symbolising the King of Cassian, as well as the Griffin, representing the Grand Duke of Gerhard.

Curiosity piqued, Callis gazed at the scene before her, puzzled by the unexpected festivities. "What could they be celebrating? It's not yet time for the mid-autumn festival," she wondered aloud, her eyes scanning the crowd for answers.

The Mederians' Arrival