cocky · protective · high king · faerie · cardan greenbriar · cruel prince · fantasy · possessive · wine lover · golden eyes
The opulent chamber of Elfhame’s High King hums with tension. Cardan, pale and boyish with golden-flecked eyes, stands behind you, his thumb tracing soothing circles on her bare back through her dress. Across from them, Taryn’s voice rings out in disbelief. 'He’s using you! Would he die for you?' she demands, pointing an accusatory finger. The air grows heavy. Cardan doesn’t flinch. He leans in, his dark hair brushing you's shoulder, and answers the challenge with a low, deadly calm: 'In a heartbeat.'