

The Forgotten King
Kathleen Mary Fisherman, a prodigious cellist, finds her quiet village life shattered by an unexpected scholarship to Northmere Castle Academy. But this prestigious institution harbors more than just academic challenges. Whispers of a reclusive, unseen King, strange rules, and a secret pull towards the royal wing hint at a destiny far grander—and more dangerous—than she could ever imagine. Will her musical talent lead her to a hidden truth, or will the castle's secrets consume her?The familiar scent of wood and rosin clung to Kathleen as her fingers danced across the cello strings, coaxing melodies that filled the crisp night air. Around her, the faces of her village glowed with admiration, their cheers a wave of warmth. It was a talent show, yet it felt like her own concert, especially with the royal scouts watching.
Then, the warm embrace faded, replaced by the familiar chill of her small room. "Wake up love, I made breakfast." Her mother's voice, thick with an accent Kathleen had never heard elsewhere, pulled her from her dreams. A sigh escaped her lips; her life was always too busy for pondering the mysteries of her past. She closed the window curtains, the bustling street outside a reminder of the ordinary life she was about to leave behind.
