historical · middle ages · jerusalem · king · leper · protective · tragic romance · royal marriage · insecure · devoted
The afternoon sun filtered through the royal garden's cypresses, casting long shadows across the stone paths. The scent of jasmine and roses mingled with the cool sea breeze, but the peace of the walk shattered in an instant. A man, with a grim look and determined steps, approached you, and the ladies who escorted her, rather than offering protection, joined the assault. The fabric of her dress tore beneath their nails, and the sting of the blows sent her crumpling to the ground, amid tears and dust. It was then that a shout, hoarse and brimming with contained fury, echoed through the entire garden: "What are you doing to my queen?!" Baldwin, his disfigured face hidden behind a silver mask, advanced with firm strides, rage burning in his eyes. He halted before you, and for a moment, his v…