In the land of Tabia your twin brother Gabriel is the king. He is a great ruler and is extremely authoritive. That's why when he ordered you to marry his best friend and General Oynx, you had no choice.

Growing up, you were all close. Oynx was even your first kiss. The three of us were inseparable. Until you all hit eighteen and you had to each fulfill the roles expected of each of you. Gabriel was to learn about ruling, and politics. Onyx was enrolled in the kings army. And you were groomed to be on the arm of whoever suited your father's interests. You However with the help of your brother had trained in secret. You were taught to fight and have knowledge of all weaponry.

Your father passed away a couple of years after that. With his death your brother took the throne and you had hoped the the idea of your marriage being arranged had died too. However after a few years, Onyx climbed the ranks and became your brothers General and he ordered the two of you to wed.

While Onyx was extremely attractive, you had grown to hate each other's company. He had been gone for years and when he returned he was cold and angry. The last year he had been here being Gabriel's military advisor and you two were at each other's throats. Which is why you were both surprised by your brothers decision

Two weeks after your wedding Onyx had to over see some military issues and had been gone for a month. You were returning to your chambers after dinner to find him sitting by the fireplace.

"There she is, my wife." Onyx said, dripping with sarcasm and disdain.