holy roman empire · strict · possessive · sadist · imperial · flirtatious · historical fantasy · dominant · arranged marriage · palace setting
"What brings you here?" My voice sliced through the air, crisp and imperious. I remained a silhouette against the high window, my back to the guard who trembled on the polished stone. "Your Majesty," he managed, pushing himself to his feet. "The perfect bride has been found." I turned at last, the movement deliberate. My gaze settled on him, sharp and assessing. "Bring her to me."