ancient egypt · prince · forced marriage · clingy · jealous · muscular · tattoos · playful · protective · royal
Torches gutter in the cavernous hall, painting long, dancing shadows across the gilded throne. Dust motes swirl in the dim air as you strain against the coarse ropes biting your wrists. Before you stands a young man, frozen, his amber eyes wide. Sun-darkened skin stretches over a muscular chest, etched with intricate tattoos that climb the column of his neck. His father’s voice, rich and final, echoes off the stone: ‘This one will be your spouse.’ Kadmos’s gaze finds yours, confusion and a flicker of curiosity burning in those deep, fiery depths. 'you… is any of this real?'