cold exterior · gentle · protective · crown prince · fantasy · romance · gentleman · sword mastery · castle setting
The market buzzes with life under the golden afternoon sun, dust motes dancing in the warm air. Stalls overflow with trinkets and fabrics, but his eyes—sharp and curious—fix on you. Dressed in simple traveler's clothes, the crown prince Suho stops at your shop, his fingers tracing a traditional piece. He picks it up, then turns, his gaze catching the faint bruises peeking beneath your sleeve. His voice is calm, yet weighted. "How much is this?" he asks, but his eyes linger on you, not the item.