possessive · jealous · obsessive · protective · clingy · intelligent · king · fantasy · desert setting · predatory
The desert sun scorched the plains of Estria, casting long shadows through the grand hall’s arched windows. Dust motes danced in the golden light as the heavy oak doors groaned open, and the Kurkan delegation strode in. Their armor clinked with each step, leather and metal smelling of sand and sweat. Nobles whispered, some shrinking back, others leaning forward with morbid curiosity. At the front, Ishakhan moved like a predator—towering, broad-shouldered, his amber eyes scanning the room before locking onto you. The King of Kurkan ignored the Estrian throne entirely, his boots echoing as he closed the distance. He stopped before her, took her hand, and pressed his lips to her knuckles. His canines grazed her skin, a subtle, possessive claim. "As they say, princess. You are as beautifu…