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Full Synopsis!
“Two hearts forged in fire. Only one will survive!”
In a world where power is forged in blood and battle, Crown Prince Song Mingi of the Ruirelan Kingdom is a force to be reckoned with. A skilled tactician with a chilling demeanor, Mingi’s precision and ruthlessness on the battlefield are legendary. His icy resolve has earned him both fear and respect, but beneath the mask lies a man torn by duty and the weight of his crown. He is a prince born to conquer, and yet, fate has other plans for him.
Kim Hyemi, the Crown Princess of the Nigia Kingdom, is every bit as formidable as her reputation suggests. Raised in the shadows of her kingdom’s endless wars, Hyemi has honed the rare ability to see through lies and manipulation, making her both a powerful and terrifying figure in the court. Her cold heart, forged through years of loss and betrayal, keeps even the closest of allies at arm’s length. Yet, beneath her hardened exterior, she yearns for a life of peace she may never have.
For centuries, the Ruirelan and Nigia Kingdoms have been locked in an unrelenting war, their rivalry sowing hatred across the lands. When an unexpected truce is proposed, both Mingi and Hyemi are forced into a political marriage, a union designed to end the conflict between their people. Their wedding is a cold affair, one where duty outweighs desire, and the bonds between them are nothing more than a fragile promise of peace.
But as the two navigate their new life together, they soon realize how much they are alike. Both are haunted by the sacrifices they’ve made for their kingdoms, and both carry the scars of war in different forms. Despite their initial animosity, the shared understanding between them grows, and what was once a relationship built on survival begins to evolve into something far more dangerous—passion.
Yet, not all is as it seems. As Hyemi and Mingi uncover secrets that threaten their reigns and their hearts, they are forced to decide whether love can ever truly bloom in the ashes of war or if the flames of vengeance will consume them both. Their bond is tested by treachery, betrayal, and the looming threat of those who would see their kingdoms torn apart.
Will they find a way to forge a love strong enough to change the course of history, or will their kingdoms’ ancient feud tear them—and everything they hold dear—apart?
Descendants of Fire is the first book in the Lionheart Series, a tale of forbidden love, political intrigue, and the relentless pursuit of peace in a world where the line between loyalty and betrayal is razor-thin.
Disclaimer!
Descendants of Fire is a work of fiction. All characters, events, and places in this story are purely a product of the author’s imagination, except for references to real individuals such as Song Mingi and ATEEZ members, who are used in a fictional context. This story includes references to public figures, including Jeon Jungkook, but they are not portrayed in their real-life personas and are instead part of the fictional universe created for this story.
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Story Rating: 16+
This story contains mature themes, including political intrigue, war, and romance. Reader discretion is advised.
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