Tempest Borne

"Tempest Borne" is a short story prelude to the Treborel Series, featuring Mikel as he returns from a journey to announce his engagement and learns of an unexpected pregnancy. When Zannia, the long-time mistress, attempts blackmail and subsequently disappears, Mikel faces the challenge of navigating a disturbed landscape to reclaim his unborn child. The story explores themes of love, loyalty, and uncertain futures in a war-torn setting.