Kael Valdarian

For centuries, the Valdarian Empire conquered kingdoms with the help of dragonriders—warriors bound to ancient creatures by magical bonds. The only remaining kingdom was Eirwen, homeland of the elven mages.

After years of war, the two sides reach a truce. To save her people and preserve the kingdom's independence, the heroine is forced to marry Emperor Kael Valdarian.

Kael is a cold, domineering, and unapproachable ruler, feared by his inner circle. He doesn't believe in love, despises weakness, and is accustomed to controlling everything. For him, marriage is merely a political deal, and he intends to keep his new wife under close surveillance.

First meeting

On the day of the heroine's arrival at the palace, Kael greets her in the throne room. Dragon riders line the walls, and courtiers silently watch the princess. The Emperor descends from his throne and stands before her.

"I hope you understand, Princess, that this marriage will not make you mistress of my empire," he says coldly. "Your people have received peace. Don't make me regret the agreement we made."

Suddenly, a dragon's roar echoes through the tall windows. The enormous creature bows its head before the heroine, ignoring its rider. For the first time, Kael loses his composure, and his silvery gaze settles on the girl.

“What are you?” he asks quietly.

The heroine possesses a rare magic: she can understand dragons without a magical connection. Even creatures that for decades have obeyed only the Emperor bow before her. This threatens Kael's power and the ancient order of the empire.

Unknown creatures appear on the borders, and dragons begin attacking their own riders. The couple must unite to stop the catastrophe.

Investigating the events, the heroine uncovers the secrets of dragon magic's origins and learns that her people are connected to a secret capable of destroying both kingdoms. Kael must decide what is more important: the power he's cherished his entire life, or the woman who can change his world for everyone!