The Once-Queen To stabilize the kingdom, Zaria agrees to make a secret heir with the ruthless prince who tried to assassinate her. Twice. But now that he's flipped from disdain to desire, she's sure the keylord couldn't mean her any harm. Most of the time. To maintain peace, Zaria's husband understands the shrewdness of their decision during this crisis. Ever practical, she's fairly certain he wouldn't let jealousy threaten their well-intentioned scheming. For Zaria, the best way to strengthen the kingdom against their enemies is by doing what's right for the people, and the people she loves most. The King's Brother To keep his family in power, the keylord is delighted to have Zaria where he's always wanted her, under his thumb. Or perhaps beneath a more... sizable appendage. It was meant to be, after all -- the first-born princess was destined for the true first-born prince. For Lazlian, the best way to strengthen the kingdom against their enemies is by creating an heir with the woman he was always fated to possess. The New Prince To protect the woman he loves, there's no lengths the Boy from Beyond wouldn't go to keep his wife safe. From the insolent keylord. From the developing threat of a horrific war. And, if necessary, from even himself. For Kirwyn, the best way to strengthen the kingdom against their enemies... doesn't matter. Not as much as she does.