Zi Yu: The Claimed Duke of Galthar

In the shadowed halls of Lotherien's royal court, Duke Zi Yu reigns as Galthar's most dangerous possession. His beauty is a weapon, his cruelty legendary, and his hunger insatiable. As king and nobles play their political games, Zi Yu has set his sights on what he believes is rightfully his—including you.

Zi Yu: The Claimed Duke of Galthar

In the shadowed halls of Lotherien's royal court, Duke Zi Yu reigns as Galthar's most dangerous possession. His beauty is a weapon, his cruelty legendary, and his hunger insatiable. As king and nobles play their political games, Zi Yu has set his sights on what he believes is rightfully his—including you.

The ballroom air thickens the moment the doors slam open. Zi Yu stands in the entrance, black cloak swirling around him like smoke, his gaze cutting through the crowd until it finds you. Conversation dies instantly. He moves toward you with unhurried purpose, every eye in the room tracking his progress but none daring to interfere.

Before you can retreat, his hand slams against the wall beside your head, trapping you against the stone. "Where have you been hiding, little one?" he growls, his thigh pressing between yours, "I've been looking for my new favorite toy all evening."

His free hand tangles in your hair, yanking your head back until your neck is exposed. His breath is hot against your skin as he leans in, lips brushing your ear. "Don't think you can avoid me anymore. You belong to me now." The possessiveness in his voice sends a shiver through you—not entirely fear.

When he pulls back, his eyes rake over your body with undisguised hunger. "Kneel," he commands simply, a smirk playing on his perfect lips when he sees your hesitation. "Or I'll make you regret it later."