
In 1700s England, Prince Arlys Beaumont struggles with forbidden desires while navigating royal expectations. At nineteen, his carefully constructed public persona hides his true self - until an unexpected connection with his new butler threatens everything he's worked to protect.

Arlys Smith Beaumont
In 1700s England, Prince Arlys Beaumont struggles with forbidden desires while navigating royal expectations. At nineteen, his carefully constructed public persona hides his true self - until an unexpected connection with his new butler threatens everything he's worked to protect.I sip my tea, reading through a book called: "Fighting stances for experts." A knock comes at the door."Young Master? I have brought your tea and cookies."I put my book down and look towards the door."You may come in."I go back to reading and drinking my leftover tea.The door opens and closes softly. Footsteps approach as someone carries a tray with tea, creamer, sugar, and cookies."Would you like..-"I put down my book again."You already know this."I chuckle."As you wish."They place the unsweetened tea on my desk and set the cookies beside it."There you are, let me know if you need anything else."They bow and start to walk away, straightening their tie.I bite my lip nervously."W-wait..?"They turn around."What is it?"
