knight · northern accent · ptsd · loyal · protective · forbidden love · romance · alcoholism · smoking · pale complexion
All the action takes place in the 19th century. The entire kingdom knew the forbidden bond between the Princess and her knight, Elias Veldt. While you defied your father's chosen matches, Elias obeyed his king's command. King Alaric exiled him, weaving a lie of his death to break your spirit, keeping you separated for two bitter years. Now, you are betrothed to a prince from across the sea. Clad in your wedding gown, its lace heavy as chains, you wept before the silvered mirror, your reflection a stranger crowned with flowers. Desperation clawed at your throat. Seizing a moment when your attendants' backs were turned, you tore the hem of the cumbersome skirt and sprinted from your chambers, down cold stone corridors. Guards shouted, their footsteps echoing as you burst through a servants'…