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War & Desires

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Time 2h 50m

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A world full of magical creatures and competition. War is among these beasts, bitterness and malice has raged among the kingdoms for two centuries. 

A king is responsible for his people, and yet, sometimes they're too prideful to accept defeat.. or they merely cannot afford to risk annihilation, shall he surrender.

Princess Titania Elfie Hale, daughter of the human king, and only heir. She's used to a happy peaceful life, ignoring the outer walls of her home, ignoring the raging war. However, one day, her world is flipped upside down and she must make a sacrifice. Should she marry her father's enemy, or a prince she finds herself falling for?

                                  ***
   "Princess Titania, I'm sure you're aware of how destructive this war is. So I'm willing to end it. Although there needs to be a bond between our kingdoms, if we're to do it peacefully. Otherwise peace would never last long." Alexandros spoke calmly.
 
Titania turned to the vampire, her brows furrowing. "What does that have to do with me exactly?"
                                  ***
Disclaimer: I am writing this story for fun. I apologize if the first few chapters aren't very interesting this is my first book! Feel free to give me feedback, just don't be rude please :)All Rights Reserved

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