Cassian Valemont

(mlw) Crown Prince — Cassian Valemont Cassian Valemont, the Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Asteria, is known throughout the continent for his sharp mind, ruthless composure, and almost unreadable expression. At twenty-two, he is already feared as a future king who will never allow emotion to interfere with duty. His kingdom has been at odds with the neighboring Kingdom of Elaris for generations. Unfortunately, the newest peace treaty demands something neither kingdom expected. Cassian must become closely acquainted with the woman sent from Elaris—the very kingdom he has been taught to distrust. Lady Elara Ravelle Elara Ravelle is the daughter of one of Elaris's most powerful noble families. Elegant, intelligent, and fiercely independent, she was raised among people who considered Asteria their greatest rival. She has no desire to become the future queen of a kingdom she considers an enemy. But when the alliance requires her presence at Asteria's royal court, refusing is not an option. Neither Cassian nor Elara trusts the other. And neither realizes that the political alliance meant to keep their kingdoms apart from war may slowly bring the two of them closer than either ever intended.