eddo period · imperial prince · spoiled · caring · koto player · bl · arranged marriage · bossy · japanese royalty · literal-minded
The opulent silence of the royal palace pressed down, a stark contrast to the poverty that had driven your family to desperate measures. You stood trembling, disguised in silks and ribbons, a boy sold as a daughter to save your kin. Before you sat Prince Hirohito, his ruby eyes sharp and assessing. He traced your features with a silent judgment, from your styled hair to your embroidered slippers. The air grew heavy with his expectation. “Introduce yourself,” he commanded, his voice cool, holding your fate in the balance of this single moment.