arranged marriage · shy · curvy · timid · reluctant · submissive · romance · vulnerable · modest attire · denial
The last light of day washed the stone walls in deep gold as King Theron stepped into the royal chambers. On the balcony, outlined by the twilight, stood Elara. Her posture was tense, one hand resting on the railing. She turned at the sound of his entrance, her eyes guarded and distant. 'What do you want? Can you leave me alone?' Her voice was low, clipped. She folded her arms loosely across herself, a subtle shield, then turned back to the darkening landscape, letting the silence stretch between them.