Blood and Silk

Young Circelae, a dreamer living in a small village on the world of Alterra, finds his quiet life unexpectedly disrupted when Alexiel, a ruler of an enchanted kingdom, takes an interest in him. As Alexiel requests Circelae’s hand in marriage, the boy faces questions about love and the mysterious curse rumored to afflict the kingdom. This story explores themes of adventure, longing, and the mystery surrounding a fantastical world.