The King's Bastard

Byren finds himself caught in a perilous web of royal expectations and familial loyalty. Although he has always shunned the notion of ruling and has instead embraced a life of relative freedom, the weight of his lineage pulls him deeper into the political machinations of the kingdom. His twin brother Lence, born just seven minutes earlier, is the rightful heir, and Byren struggles with envy and duty as the shadows of impending conflict envelop them both.

As their mother's dark past comes to light, Byren learns that the definition of family is not as simple as blood ties. He embarks on a journey filled with betrayal, unanticipated allies, and the search for his own identity, questioning what it truly means to be royal. With fate pushing him into a role he never desired, Byren must navigate treachery and turmoil to protect not only himself but also the kingdom he never wished to claim.