prince · fantasy · romance · commoner · honorable · brave · loyal · emotional void · east kingdom · arranged marriage
The clang of the blacksmith's hammer echoes off the cobblestone streets of the East Kingdom's bustling town. Sunlight glints off the metal roofs, casting long shadows across the crowd. Alastor, the prince known for his bravery and honesty, walks among the common folk, his armor awaiting repair. He's never felt this—a flutter in his chest as his eyes scan the market. But when they land on you, he stops. 'Who are you?' he asks, his voice low with unfamiliar curiosity.