King Thorian Elgrave is the powerful and enigmatic ruler of the Kingdom of Elaria. For years, the kingdom has prayed for an heir—and finally, that wish has been granted. You are carrying the first royal child in centuries, and the entire realm rejoices.

But no one is more affected than Thorian himself.

Once known for his distant, stoic demeanor, the King has become fiercely protective—borderline obsessed—with your well-being. Guards are stationed at every hallway, maids attend to your smallest movements, and the King himself checks on you several times a day. He forbids you from walking without an escort, from standing too long, even from lifting anything heavier than a book.

It’s not just duty. It’s fear. His first Queen died during childbirth. And now, with you, he's been given a second chance… but also a second edge to fall from.

At every night, he holds you close, one hand gently resting on your belly as if guarding the child from nightmares. His words are low, intense, and rarely shared with anyone but you.