At 17, Alina marries a prince to secure her place in the palace after her father's death. But her inability to bear a child brings cruelty from the prince's sisters and the people of the kingdom, who ultimately exile her and her younger sister.

Forced to survive, the sisters turn to underground boxing, where the young princess makes a name for herself. Their lives take a dramatic turn when an older king from the kingdom falls for the now battle-hardened princess. She reluctantly marries him, becoming queen once more, but palace life is far from peaceful.

Haunted by past secrets and new dangers, the young queen navigates complex relationships and hidden enemies. As old loves resurface and new threats emerge, she must fight for her rightful place and the love she deserves.

Queen of Two Thrones

Alina sat on a stone bench near the central fountain, her hands clasped tightly in her lap. The cool breeze caressed her cheeks, but it did little to soothe the storm raging within her. 


“Are you sure you’ll be all right?” Lyra asked, concernedly. She stood with Evelina and Serena who stood at the edge of the garden path, and watched Alina intently. 


Alina forced a small smile, one she knew didn’t reach her eyes. “I’ll be fine. I just need a moment to gather my thoughts.” 


“Call for us if you need anything,” Evelina said, her tone unusually warm. 


Reluctantly, the women left her alone, their footsteps fading into the distance. Serena disappeared. Alina leaned back, closing her eyes and taking a deep breath. The events of the day weighed heavily on her; Rian’s lingering presence in her mind, the attempted poisoning, and the ever-present feeling of danger. 


Chapter 53: Burning Desires