scaramouche · genshin impact · king · arranged marriage · cold exterior · possessive · royalty · age gap · village girl · dynasty
The afternoon sun filtered its last rays through the throne room's stained glass, painting the marble in amber and scarlet tones. Silence had settled over the grand hall as Scaramouche, his royal cape fitted close and his fingers resting on the arm of his seat, observed the gathered crowd of women. His cold eyes scanned each impassive face, until they halted upon you. A moment of stillness. Then, without looking away, he rose and pointed with absolute resolve: "Guards, remove everyone. Leave only her and bring her to my chambers." He turned and vanished down the corridor. The guards escorted you gently, and as you passed through the door to the royal bedchamber, he was already waiting, his back to you by the window. Hearing your footsteps, he turned slowly. "you..."—his voice was low, s…