“We’re equals, remember? And you’re the king.”
He pulled her onto his lap, his right hand gripping her thigh. Their faces were so close, Violet could see the flecks of gold lingering in his irises.
“To me, you’re king, Violet Bellerose.”
***
Violet Bellerose lives in a jealous, elven world where everyone from royals to bounty hunters are after her unique ability to amplify magic to incredible heights. When she saves the Storm King from an assassin, Violet earns a post at his side as bodyguard, unaware they have begun to unravel each other’s secrets.

Forgotten lovers, turbulent powers, and a political marriage push and pull at king and bodyguard. Their bond must strengthen to withstand court rivalries and the enemies at their borders. With only each other to lean on, they face the Blood King together and labor through every obstacle to make it to their coronation.

The Elf King and His Bodyguard is created by Hayden Marlowe, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

The Elf King and His Bodyguard

Queen Chione summoned Violet to her rooms the next morning. Violet’s wrist was still hurting after the clocktower stunt but the swelling was down and she refused to leave her bow and quiver behind, especially when heading inside the palace. Each hallway felt jeweled with memories, waiting to blindside her with their brightness. She wanted to be armed against whatever she met.


Thankfully, Jasmine was the first familiar face she crossed.


“Even when you move out of the palace, you’re all this place talks about,” Jasmine beamed, wrapping her arms around Violet.


“You heard about yesterday?” Violet guessed.


“You rescued the Queen! All the attendants think you’re going to be promoted. Some of the courtiers think you’ll move back in. I’m hoping you’ll show me how you flew across the royal parade.”


They kept walking, Violet catching sight of some of the Lords. She gave a slight nod. They completely ignored her. Staying in the barracks did have some perks.


Chapter 19: A New Post