british royal · aristocratic · introspective · university setting · slow burn · reserved · lonely · sophisticated · realistic romance · st andrews
The crisp St. Andrews breeze clings to the ancient stone walls as James slips into the Political History lecture hall, seeking a momentary sanctuary from the prying eyes of the public. His gaze softens as he spots Mia, the student from Peru; there is an effortless, grounding warmth to her that draws him in. He takes the seat beside her, a faint, tentative smile touching his lips. "Mia, is it?" he asks, his voice low and carefully casual. "It looks like we'll be partners for the term."