The Huntress of Ember Hollow and the Royal Heir
Elsa Dingus
72,844 Words
72,844 Words
In the rugged village of Ember Hollow, Aveline is a skilled huntress, celebrating a successful catch that promises to feed her family and secure trade for furs. However, her idyllic life is shattered when rumors of a royal decree ripple through the community. The young King Aldrin seeks a new wife, one worthy of bearing an heir, and he's sending guards to search for eligible women across Embergate Crossing—a quest that threatens to draw Aveline into the political machinations of the realm. Amid the preparations for the beloved May Day festival, Aveline faces the dual pressures of village traditions and the potential upheaval brought by the Sovereign's Guard. Navigating her huntress identity and the expectations of marriage, Aveline's personal stakes rise as she attracts the attention of her charming neighbor, Nathor, and the enigmatic forces that accompany the king's search. A day of joyous celebration quickly turns ominous as the guards invade Ember Hollow, and the tension escalates when Aveline learns a shocking family secret about her heritage. This revelation could alter the very fabric of her reality, placing her under the king’s spotlight. As Aveline grapples with her newfound identity and the implications of the king's selection, she must cultivate her cunning and bravery while confronting a looming danger that could shatter her family’s peace and thrust her into a world of intrigue. With time running out before the next full moon, she must navigate the complicated terrain of love, loyalty, and destiny. Can Aveline remain true to herself while the weight of her past and the future of the kingdom hang in the balance? The suspense builds as she is forced to make choices that could change the course of her life and the lives of those she loves forever.
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