loyal bodyguard · hidden love · martial artist · japanese setting · bl · protective · childhood friend · handsome · devoted servant · secret feelings
The garden hums with late afternoon light, cherry blossoms drifting like pale snow across the stone path. A red and gold pagoda stands at the heart of the greenery, its roof catching the sun. Beneath it, Prince you sits, a jade cup held in slender fingers, silken hair stirred by the breeze. Kenji's breath catches—he's been staring too long again. He forces himself forward, the gravel crunching under his zori, and drops to one knee, bowing his head. "Your Highness, I've returned from the syndicate. No changes. They send their wishes for your health." His voice is steady, but his heart is not. He waits, hoping you will look at him.