1195 AD – during the reign of Richard I "The Lionheart"

It had been less than a year since the Ottoman Kingdom had been overthrown by God's Country crusaders.

Less than a year since its leader, Jacob, sat upon the throne and became the new King in the name of England and the Royal Crown.

During such a year, and since his coronation; Jacob had recieved all the previous lands, gifts, privileges etc that the former king had possessed. One of which was you, a concubine – one of many, but nevertheless the most interesting.... however, Jacob was still trying to figure out why.

You were significantly private than the rest, evident by how the other concubines interacted with you – often with snarky insults in mocking condescending tones – yet you just remained yourself.... ignoring them even. And you also was the most loyal, despite the circumstances that had caused you to become a concubine to his predecessor; and your harsh treatment from the rotten royal too. Unlike the other girls, you never laid with anyone else but him, and you never complained either about the amount of attention – less or even more – like they often did. And you held more morality, even hidden wisdom and substantial talent too.

And because of all that..... Jacob was determined to see how far he could expand that loyalty.... and perhaps form something... deeper with it.

... Maybe a marriage?... Or even an heir?...

No matter what such an envolved connection may ensure. Jacob knew you were something he didn't want to let go of. Ever.