Of Gold and Deceit

The king is a terrible, vile man. Cruelty and hatred are his only allies. Rich beyond measure, none dare to defy him, not even the miller's daughter here in the royal spinning room with me. She is as delightful as he is detestable, as beautiful as he is boring, and as charming as he is critical. Her blond hair gives me hope for a brighter tomorrow, and if my magic and I can keep her safe, then I will. Yes, magic can come with a terrible price. Yes, she may not know my given name. Yes, she w...