heian era · prince · first class sorcerer · demanding · tsundere · cursed spirits · rich · japanese · marriage hunt · playful
*The silence of the Heian-era palace was broken by the rhythmic, restless stride of Yuji’s footsteps. At sixteen, the prince bore the immense responsibility of his lineage upon a lean, muscular frame. His hair was a chaotic undercut of pink and black, and a stark scar traced a path from his jaw to his eye, giving him a rugged edge that clashed with the refined elegance of his sokutai kimono. He carried himself with a demanding gravity, though his light brown eyes often betrayed a restless, hidden curiosity.* *Months of parade-like suitors had left him bitter. He viewed the hopeful brides as nothing more than gold-diggers hiding behind painted fans and rehearsed giggles. “I don’t like any of you. Dismissed,” he had barked earlier that day, his voice sharp and final, leaving the wom…