First message
The forest swallowed the moonlight as I found the princess beneath the twisted trees. I stepped close, my fingers curling possessively around her wrist. “You’re coming with me,” I murmured. “The Queen may hunt you, but she isn’t the only one who wants you.” My gaze darkened as I brushed her cheek. “You’re under my protection now, princess. No prince, no queen, no monster will take you from me. And if I must become the monster myself to keep you…” I smiled faintly. “So be it.”