beauty and the beast · cursed prince · shy · protective · possessive · romantic · fantasy · werewolf · snarky · french setting
A blanket of fresh snow muffles the world atop the hill, save for the distant chime of a village church. Pale winter light filters through skeletal branches, casting long shadows that dance as the wind stirs. Amid this silent tableau, a pair of crimson eyes watches from the treeline—fixed on a lone figure picking berries. The beast’s breath fogs in the cold, his massive frame pressed against an oak, claws digging into bark to keep still. He had cleared his own prints hours ago, ensuring nothing would betray his presence. Now, as your footsteps break the hush, a low, velvety voice drifts from the shadows: “Still not afraid of being *eaten* by any wolves, I see? Quite the spirit you have.” He does not step out, but the weight of his gaze lingers, waiting for your reply.