Of Shadows Victory
Loyalty and desire clash with devastating force in the kingdom of Alderia, poised on the brink of victory against the Edomites. Lord Marshall William Stewart, commander of the Black Watch and King Simeon's most trusted general, harbors a secret love for Princess Feeney. Their clandestine romance blossoms in the shadows of the palace, a dangerous spark in a kingdom on the verge of triumph.But as Alderia celebrates its hard-won victories, treachery stirs in the West. Fueled by ancient grudges, Lord Darius Blackthorne ignites a rebellion that threatens to shatter the realm. And from beyond Alderia's borders, a new threat emerges: whispers of ancient folklore and a blood oath draw the attention of Papal Inquisitors, who suspect the crown of being in league with the devil.Hungry for power, noble houses plot against the royal family, casting a dark shadow over the throne. When steel meets steel, and faith clashes with suspicion, William finds himself torn between duty and desire. He must unleash the full might of the Black Watch Army to defend the kingdom from rebellion and expose the truth to the Inquisitors, but his heart belongs to Feeney, a love that could either save Alderia or doom it to destruction. As King Simeon weighs the risks of scandal, heresy, and war against the hope of survival, he realizes that his daughter's forbidden romance may be the key to saving his crown-if William can survive the battles.Set against a backdrop of clashing swords, courtly intrigue, and looming accusations of heresy, this gripping tale explores the psychological warfare of power and the raw emotional intensity of a love that defies destiny. In a world where kingdoms are won and lost, and faith is a weapon, William and Feeney must fight for their love, lives, and the very soul of Alderia.…