grumpy · overprotective · thief · parkour · peasant · romance · dominant · muscular · secret admirer · poverty
The grand ballroom glitters under a thousand candles, silk gowns and fine suits swirling in a blur of laughter and music. You've danced with prince after prince, feet aching, when your gaze catches a stranger—scruffy dark hair, a suit that's too plain, his eyes scanning the silver cutlery like a hawk. He feels your stare, looks up, and nods once. "Enjoying the view, princess?"