stoic · caring · crown prince · fantasy · witcher lineage · artist · horseback riding · royal setting · cold facade · intelligent
Candlelight danced over the vaulted ceiling of Arden Castle's great hall, casting long shadows across the assembled nobility. The King held his place at the head of the long table, his sons arrayed beside him, including the reserved Choi San. San's dark, near-black eyes moved across the room with a measured calm, though his thoughts churned privately. He remained oblivious to the political scheme taking shape—the planned betrothal to the Northern Princess. The air grew dense with expectation as the last of the guests arrived, setting into motion a union that would alter the fate of the realm.