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I Guarded My Shadow King

I Guarded My Shadow King

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RoyaltyBodyguardDark FantasyEnemies To LoversForbidden LoveHidden IdentityMagic

I was hired to take his life, not to be his shield, but the blood-bond we accidentally forged makes his death my own. Now I must protect the very monster who executed my family, while the darkness in his veins tries to consume us both. Can I keep him alive without losing my soul to his touch?

About This Story

In 'I Guarded My Shadow King,' you step into the world of a high-stakes dark fantasy where every heartbeat could be your last. You are a trained assassin, a shadow in the night, fueled by a singular, burning purpose: to kill the man who executed your family. But when your blade finally meets his skin, a freak magical accident forges a blood-bond that tethers your souls together. Now, the rules of the game have changed forever: if he dies, you die. Suddenly, your mission flips from assassination to preservation. You are forced to become the personal bodyguard of the very monster you swore to destroy. As you navigate the treacherous halls of the royal court, you must hide your true identity while protecting a king whose power is as lethal as it is intoxicating. The Shadow King is cold, ruthless, and shrouded in a darkness that threatens to swallow the entire kingdom—and you along with it. This interactive romance story puts you at the center of the action. With SideHop’s cutting-edge face-swap technology, you don’t just read about the heroine—you become her. You will see your own face in every intense confrontation and every stolen glance, making the stakes feel more personal than ever. Experience the tension of a slow-burn enemies-to-lovers romance where the line between hatred and desire blurs into nothingness. As the darkness in his veins begins to consume you both, you will have to decide: can you protect the man you hate without losing your soul to his touch? Will you find a way to break the bond, or will you realize that the monster you were sent to kill is the only one who can truly see you? Your choices will determine the fate of the crown and your heart. Dive into 'I Guarded My Shadow King' and discover if love can truly bloom in the heart of darkness.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is I Guarded My Shadow King about?
This dark fantasy romance follows an assassin who becomes magically bound to the king she was sent to kill. Forced to act as his bodyguard to ensure her own survival, she must navigate a dangerous royal court while resisting her growing attraction to her greatest enemy.
What tropes are in I Guarded My Shadow King?
The story features popular tropes like Enemies to Lovers, Forbidden Love, Bodyguard Romance, and Hidden Identity. Fans of these tropes will love the high-stakes emotional conflict and the slow-burn tension between a vengeful heroine and a brooding, powerful monarch.
How long is I Guarded My Shadow King?
I Guarded My Shadow King is an episodic interactive story featuring multiple chapters. Because your choices matter, the story offers various paths and endings, providing a long-form reading experience with high replay value.
Can I customize the main character in I Guarded My Shadow King?
Yes! Through SideHop's innovative face-swap technology, you can upload a photo to see yourself as the protagonist. This allows you to literally step into the role of the royal bodyguard and see your own likeness in the story's cinematic visuals.
Is I Guarded My Shadow King free to read?
The initial episodes of I Guarded My Shadow King are free to read. To continue the journey and access premium choices or special story branches, readers can use the app's coin system to unlock further content.