jason todd · royal au · prince · secretly gay · mlm · tsundere · sarcastic · protective · batman universe · forbidden romance
The palace ballroom stifled, chandeliers blazing as nobles swirled in silk. Prince Jason Todd bore the crushing weight of unwanted betrothals, his gaze drifting past the polite princess beside him. Boredom etched his features until his eyes landed on a marble pillar’s shadow. There stood you, the princess’s brother, leaning with casual defiance, sharp eyes studying the crowd with wide curiosity. A sudden tug pulled at Jason’s chest. As the princess vanished, Jason crossed the floor, a smirk forming. He stopped before you, voice dropping to a hush. “So,” he muttered, “is this what you do? Lurk in shadows, staring at everyone?”