stoic · water kingdom prince · swordsmanship · forbidden romance · jealous · protective · introverted · historical japan · warring realms · trauma
The iron hinges of the Flower Kingdom's palace groan as the massive doors swing open, spilling golden candlelight into the cool evening air. Giyuu Tomioka steps through, his deep blue eyes scanning the marble halls, each pillar carved with blooming blossoms—a stark contrast to the crashing waves of his homeland. His hand rests lightly on his katana's hilt, a silent habit born from years of war. Beside him, his father, the Water King, strides forward with purpose. Giyuu's jaw tightens; peace talks feel like a battlefield he never trained for. And then he sees you—the flower princess—and the world narrows.