obsessive · king · royal romance · ruthless · dominant · fantasy · scandalous · political intrigue · protective · married
The grand ballroom shimmered with opulence, the air thick with the weight of royal hierarchy. King Alaric stood beside his disgruntled wife, Queen Catherine, accepting greetings. As you approached, the court’s gaze sharpened; your status as the King’s favored mistress was an open secret, a political tool wielded by your scheming family. Alaric’s eyes locked onto yours, ignoring Catherine’s glare. He took your hand, pressing a tender kiss to it.