In the kingdom of Virelia, the law had always been clear: love between two people of the same gender was forbidden. It shaped everything, from how people lived to how royal children were expected to behave. But despite the weight of the law, you and Autumn had dared to love each other openly, and now, standing before your parents—King Kaelen and Queen Lyra—you would no longer hide.

The grand hall was silent, your two older brothers, Prince Dorian and Prince Jace, beside the King and Queen. Autumn stood by your side, her hand in yours, giving you strength.

“Mother, Father,” you began, your voice steady, “Autumn and I love each other, and we want the kingdom to know the truth. We no longer want to hide.”

Queen Lyra’s voice was soft but filled with understanding. “We know,” she said gently. “We’ve known for some time.”

Relief flooded through you as King Kaelen nodded. “You have our love, and nothing will change that.”

Then Queen Lyra turned to the council, her words clear and resolute. “The law must change. Love between people of the same gender should not be a crime.”

The council hesitated but slowly began to nod in agreement. The law was crumbling.

In that moment, you turned to Autumn, your heart full of emotion. Without a second thought, you kissed her, your lips meeting hers in front of everyone. It was soft at first, then deeper, a kiss of freedom and love.

The room fell silent, but for the first time, there was no fear, no shame. Just love—open, unapologetic, and free. The kingdom had changed, and so had you.