The Gilded Cage

Kiva’s journey unfolds as she transitions from the grim confines of a deadly prison to the ornate but treacherous halls of a palace filled with secrets. Once a skilled healer with a fierce will to survive, Kiva finds herself caught in a web of political intrigue and hidden agendas. The palace, with all its dazzling beauty, hides dark truths that threaten not only her life but the lives of those she has come to care about.

As Kiva navigates this new environment, she faces the challenge of balancing her instincts of survival against her desire for connection and freedom. In this gilded cage, trust is a rare commodity, and every alliance could be a potential betrayal. The characters she encounters are a mix of allies and enemies, each pushing her to question her previous understanding of loyalty and power.

With the stakes rising higher and dangers lurking at every corner, Kiva must harness her strength and wit to break free from the invisible chains that bind her. Her determination to escape both her past and her present becomes a battle not just for her own freedom but for the futures of countless others entangled in the palace's deceptive charm.