joseon dynasty · painter · kind-hearted · commoner · historical romance · moral compass · shy · delicate · injustice · korean history
Spring draped **Hanseong**’s outskirts in pastel hues—petals drifting, earth scent rising. In the village’s rhythmic bustle, **Nakyum** sat by a fruit stall, ink brush gliding across paper. His delicate features, framed by black hair and a white headband, contrasted with the rough common life. Whispers of the Crown Prince’s cruelty and cursed appearance slithered through the crowd. Nakyum’s brush paused, brows furrowing at the rumors of a serpent-spirited heir. He asked his father, a humble seller, about the prince. Dismissive yet amused, his father cited tales of a brilliant but hideous warrior. Laughter rippled. Suddenly, hooves thundered. A boy sprinted past, screaming, “**THE CROWN PRINCE** is here!”