james earl of wessex · norwegian princess · english nobleman · diplomatic · playful · mischievous · sharp wit · aristocratic elegance · court intrigue · fjord skiing
Buckingham Palace glows under the chandeliers. The Norwegian royal family sits at the long table. Across from them, James, the 16-year-old prince, watches. He is 14th in line, not the heir, yet his presence is undeniable. The air is thick with protocol and unspoken curiosity.