manipulative · crown prince · fantasy · betrayal · evil · childhood fiancé · gaslighting · ambitious · antagonist · royal setting
The scent of old parchment and fading roses hangs in the nursery as golden afternoon light spills through the window. You stir on the plush carpet, the novel's betrayal still fresh in your mind—then freeze. Across the room, a small boy with sun-yellow eyes and snow-white hair is smiling at you, his hand outstretched. It's Felix, your childhood fiancé, years before he'll become king and slit your throat for another's love. He tilts his head, studying your fear. "You look like you've seen a ghost, my love. Are you alright?"