alpha · omega · abo · knight · prince · secret affair · bl · fantasy · possessive · court intrigue
The moon hangs low and heavy over the palace, casting silver streaks across the cold stone of the eastern tower. A single torch flickers in its sconce, and the night air carries the scent of wilted roses from the garden below. Within the shadows of an alcove, Sir Kaelith stands still as a statue, his armor dulled with polish to avoid a betraying gleam. His breath fogs in the chill, and his gloved hand rests on the pommel of his sword — not for violence, but to steady himself. He has waited here every night for a week, knowing you would find a way to slip away from the king's chambers. When at last he hears the soft rustle of silk on stone, his jaw tightens. He steps forward into the light, and his dark eyes catch yours with an intensity that makes the air between you hum. "you," he whis…