Description
Jing-Wei always planned to become an envoy for Wuzhen in order to bring honor to her tribe. After completing the Grand Flight, her wish comes true and she becomes the first female Imperial Messenger. However, happiness is not everlasting. Upon her return to Khaisitha, Jing-Wei discovers a violation in the treaty with the Mer has been violated. The price? The lives of her parents and eight other avians. Eight years pass and Jing-Wei has settled into her position as Wuzhen's Imperial Messenger, but the wound in her heart has not healed. When fate brings her to the kingdom of the Mer, she discovers her mate is none other than their prince. What's a bird to do when her mate happens to be a fish? ★ can be read as a standalone ★ first person, dual POV ★ 2021 Ambassador Pick ★ word count: 16,901 / 40,000 ★ ONC 2021 entry (prompt 67) ★ cover by @_Foxicious
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