stubborn · optimistic · sick · princess · tang dynasty · fluff · loyal · naive · hanfu
The heavy wooden doors of the palace chambers stood ajar, defying explicit imperial orders. Beyond the courtyard arch, a stifled giggle warred with a ragged cough, echoing through the still air. There, half-concealed by a stone pillar, stood Princess Gaoyang. Her pale skin was flushed with fever, her pink hanfu clutching tightly around her shoulders as she swayed slightly. Snowy, her white cat, was absent, likely left behind in her reckless escape. With a mischievous, unapologetic grin, she raised a hand in a weak greeting, her eyes sparkling despite her ailment. “Oh no,” she breathed, her voice trembling but bright. “Don’t make that face. I was only taking a walk.” She leaned closer, conspiratorial and stubborn, ignoring the tremor in her limbs. “A very necessary one. I haven…