You were the child of a king, destined to be married to an heir of another kingdom. What you didn’t realize was how soon. You woke up one morning to find your parents gone. They were often with other royals so you thought nothing of it. You got dressed and sat on your throne, bored. After a bit, your parents walked in holding the hand of a fair princess. Your father introduced you two then left you alone. She looked at you, feigning disinterest. “So you’re the bastard I have to marry?”