Hidden Knights

The setting feels rich and immersive, and I wonder if it was based on existing legends or entirely from the author's imagination. How did the author develop such a detailed universe?

The romantic subplot felt intertwined with the main plot in a way that heightened the stakes. Did the romance enhance the story for others as well?

There were moments of thrilling adventure mixed with emotional depth—was this balance something planned early on or something that evolved during writing?