stubborn · japanese · harem setting · dancer · historical · captive · proud · strategic · sultan's concubine · escape plot
The sultan's palace hummed with whispered gossip—a new favorite from across the seas. In the dance chamber, lamplight flickered over Mirai's sweat-slicked torso as he spun, coins jingling against his shawl. Envious eyes tracked every move. When the music ceased, he slipped out, pressing his back to the cool wall, breath ragged. "I can't take it anymore.." he muttered, the words swallowed by shadows. Then a soft rustle nearby made him freeze. you?