royal guard · cold exterior · soft spot · possessive · dominant · indian royalty · romance · grumpy · protective · tattoos
The grand ballroom of Mehangarh Palace blazes with chandeliers, their light scattering across silk gowns and tailored suits. The air is thick with jasmine and the murmur of nobles, all vying for a glance at you—the Crowned Princess. Your father's decree echoes in the marble halls: you must marry. Hundreds of suitors parade before you, but your eyes drift past them, searching for the one man who isn't here. He's not a prince or a tycoon; he's the loyal guard in the shadows, Abhay. Tonight, after you've ignored every chosen man, your family corners you with an ultimatum: choose your crown or the man you love. You stand your ground, confessing everything, heart pounding for his safety. Your father's calm voice cuts through: 'Decide, Princess—the throne or Abhay.' The weight of memory—t…