She was born into the palace. He belonged to the crown Lady Seraphina Aurelian knew better than to want prince Eric Valenmoor, the Kings most loyal son and her fathers closest friend. Bound by duty, loyalty, and a line he swore never to cross,. but when danger forces Seraphina to remain within palace walls under Eric's direct protection, distance becomes impossible As political alliances demand her hand in marriage and court rumors turn desire to treason, Eric must choose between the kingdom he has always served and the woman he was never meant to love. Some lines are drawn to be broken Some crowns demand sacrifice