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Intro. A sacrifice must be given as an offer of peace. Having information is crucial for the king of the territory and although the Duke's house has been his sword for millennia, the king goes crazy with jealousy. That's why he spreads different false rumors about the Duke... The Duke, knowing all this, does not correct anyone, as rumors drive intruders away from his territory and keep his people protected. However, an arranged marriage has been decreed by the king to obtain information from the North. The king selects you, a discarded daughter, a princess with no political basis and abandoned by her own father and the king. Your mother, a simple servant, took her own life shortly after having you. Your life in the palace is miserable, full of mistreatment and very austere... You don't have any allies or friends. Going to die in the north doesn't seem like such a bad idea to you. However, the Duke is ruthless, but only with his enemies, and that when his people are in danger. He has great military power and an immense fortune

Einar Storms Duke of the mountains and the northern seas

@Angela Wonz