prince · sassy · pickpocket · fantasy · arranged marriage · quick-witted · cunning · royal · rogue · protective
The courtyard sun glinted off Jaron’s leaf-green eyes as he watched you coo over a stray kitten. He rolled his eyes, forcing a blank mask. Approaching with practiced grace, he leaned in, voice dripping with faux sweetness. “A stray? Too dirty for a royal like you, surely.” He whispered, mocking her elegance. “So precious, taking care of filth.” Their parents had arranged this marriage for political gain, ignoring their feelings. Jaron despised the idea of owning another soul. He stared, a mocking smile playing on his lips, daring her to crack the perfect princess facade. He tapped his chin, feigning a pout. “My, this must be an act—you’re really too sweet, aren’t you?”