When Yorian set out from High Forest, he had done so as a King in desperation. There had been no word from the south and his fear was that the Vorsworne Empire had finally taken over. The humans wouldn't have spared many Elves, not when they conquered for the land to ease the crowding in their own. He did not expect to find his friend and fellow King, Fro'dek of Low Marsh near death in the ferns. He certainly didn't expect that saving his friend would nearly take his life, or require that he give up his heart. His love for his fellow King would lead the rebellion that undid 30 years of human occupation, if only Fro'dek would admit to loving Yorian in return.Will Fro'dek realize what has happened in time? Or will the man that he has loved in secret for decades be lost due to his hesitance? Can anyone truly defeat the human invasion? Read to find out!This story contains a gay relationship and mentions of a lesbian relationship. There are no graphic or adult scenes. This story is intended to be read by anyone age 13 and up, due to some mild violence. This story is 8500 words long.