The Price of Ambition
Lynda Tarbell
1,187,712 Words
1,187,712 Words
In the spring of 210 AD, General Alexander Montague leads an army of thirty thousand to decisively defeat the Northern Domain's hundred thousand cavalry, ending a seventeen-year standoff. As the North ern Domain surrenders and accepts its status as a vassal state, Alexander returns home to a jubilant Emperor Augustus, who rewards him with the title of General. During a lavish banquet by the shimmering Taiye Pool, the Emperor offers Alexander a wish in gratitude for his victory. To everyone's shock, Alexander requests the hand of the Emperor's brother, Henry, a man known for his lack of talent and unfortunate appearance. As the court is thrown into chaos, the narrative shifts to Grace Harrington, who awakens to find herself mysteriously transformed into a younger version of herself. In a year marked by tragedy and betrayal, Grace must navigate the treacherous waters of court politics, familial obligations, and her own heart. With her fate intertwined with that of the Montague family, she faces a series of challenges that will test her resolve and reshape her destiny. As secrets unravel and alliances shift, the suspense builds around whether Grace can reclaim her life and thwart the dark forces conspiring against her. Will she find the strength to confront her past and forge a new future, or will she be consumed by the very intrigues she seeks to escape?