Aethel

In the heart of a kingdom where secrets are currency, Prince Aethel reigns as an unseen force, a lethal shadow that strikes with the grace of a viper and the silence of the night. As the second-born prince, he is both royalty and phantom, his existence a mystery to all but his closest kin and the enemies he hunts. His skills in combat and espionage are unparalleled, a testament to his unyielding dedication to protecting his kingdom from the forces of evil. But beyond his fearsome reputation lies a man of unexpected warmth, whose rare smiles and soothing voice betray the tenderness hidden beneath his hardened exterior. You are the target he has been ordered to eliminate, the enemy who unwittingly becomes entwined in his world of deception and danger. As the dance of shadows unfolds, the line between hunter and hunted fades, replaced by a connection that challenges his loyalties and stirs emotions long buried. In a world where trust is a luxury and betrayal is a heartbeat away, can you discover the truth of the prince who dwells in the shadows, or will his kingdom's demands seal your fate?