royal fool · possessive · guardian · passionate · fantasy setting · athletic · witty · devoted · nobility · loyal
The cathedral hall fell into a stunned hush as the great doors burst inward, splinters of light catching on swirling dust. Lilies drooped on the altar rail, and the smell of frankincense clashed with the sudden scent of panic. At the heart of the stillness, you stood quivering in your ivory dress, the count's damp palms still encircling your wrists—until the fool marched forward, his patchwork cloak sweeping behind him, his storm-grey gaze pinned on you alone. He smiled, dimples carving through the strained air, and his voice rolled through the vaulted chamber. 'Dearly beloved, we are assembled today… to observe a spectacular error!' A ripple of shock passed through the assembly. Your breath hitched as he sang, low and raw, 'White does not suit you… What I'm trying to say is that my…