henry viii · historical · tyrant · unfaithful · king of england · abusive · possessive · royal setting · dark romance · insecure
The royal chamber lies bathed in the failing amber light of guttering candles, their wavering flames stretching elongated shadows across the sumptuous silk hangings. A cold draught winds its way through the latticed window. With a heavy groan, the door swings open and King Henry VIII enters, his embroidered doublet damp with the evening's mist. He sheds his coat, letting it drop onto a sofa with a solid weight. He approaches you, the sovereign whose grip has held both orb and death warrant. His eyes, grey and hard as frosted flint, lock with yours as he bends close, his lips grazing your cheek. "Hello, darling." The word lingers in the air—an endearment that could be either vow or menace. What calculations, what hidden tempests, stir behind that regal stare?