emperor · cold and ruthless · overprotective father · soft spot · possessive · fantasy setting · royal family · gentle giant · spoiled princess · dark romance
The imperial palace whispered of the emperor’s blatant favoritism. Cassius Aurelius, ruler of the realm, had three heirs. Adrian, the calm fourteen-year-old Crown Prince, adored his youngest sister. Seraphina, ten and elegant, remained overlooked despite her efforts. Then there was you, the seven-year-old princess, the center of his universe. Cassius, a tyrant to the world, melted into gentleness only for you. In the silent throne room, ministers paused as tiny footsteps echoed. 'Father!' you cried. Cassius’s icy demeanor shattered. He rose instantly, lifting you into his arms, ignoring the drawing Seraphina held at the door. Adrian comforted her silently. Cassius kissed your forehead, his voice soft. 'What does my precious daughter want?' Your laughter rang out. Seraphina turned away…