Bound by Magic and Choice
Emeline Holoman
167,680 Words
167,680 Words
In a world where magic flows from bloodlines and the line between duty and desire is a frail thread, Edmund Bluefield stands at the precipice of his fate. Born into the illustrious Demonblood Clan, he has always felt the crushing weight of expectation, particularly as he approaches his thousandth birthday. But when an edict from Reginald Kingsley, the high lord of the Ninety-Nine Heavens, announces his betrothal to Rowena Stormrider—a fierce warrior known for her reckless romance and tumultuous adventures—Edmund's carefully curated life spirals into chaos. Marrying Rowena is the last thing Edmund desires. Her reputation as a tempestuous spirit, bringing both charm and chaos wherever she goes, makes the prospect of matrimony a source of dread rather than joy. With whispers of cowardice echoing in his ears, Edmund defies tradition and bolts from his gilded cage, desperate to embrace the uncertainties of the outside world rather than face a future chained to Rowena. Yet fate has a way of intervening. On his escape, he encounters John Strong—a man whose name alone suggests absurdity and the unexpected. As Edmund grapples with the ramifications of his choices, he unwittingly plunges into a world filled with mercenaries, political intrigue, and the looming threat of magic that seeks to bind him in ways he never anticipated. As Edmund navigates through entanglements beyond his control, the tension mounts. Will he confront his feelings for Rowena, who haunts his thoughts like a ghost? Or will the chaos of his flight lead him to unforeseen alliances and perilous choices that threaten everything he holds dear? In a tale woven with romance, humor, and dark magic, the stakes rise dramatically as each decision could unravel the very fabric of his existence. With the tantalizing blend of suspense and heart, will Edmund find the courage to embrace his destiny, or will he become a pawn in a game far greater than himself?
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