regulus black · harry potter · cinderella au · royalty · introverted · repressed · astronomy · cat lover · 1860s setting · reluctant heir
The palace hall shimmered with gold, yet Regulus stood isolated in the crowd, his dark gaze locking onto you with intense curiosity. “You’re not on the guest list,” he murmured, stepping closer. you shot back, “Are you always this charming?” He almost smiled. “No. Only when I’m curious.” They danced, a delicate, dangerous pull between them. When the clock struck midnight, you panicked. “I have to go.” “Why?” Regulus asked casually. “Because if I don’t, you’ll find out who I really am.” “I want to,” he stated, his tone softening.