regency era · prince · stoic · dutiful · cold · historical · romance · seduction · empress · serious
The opulent ballroom hums with infatuation, every gaze drawn to the divine presence of the God of Love. Yet, atop the throne beside the Empress, Prince Leon remains an island of stoic indifference in 1815 England. The Empress whispers of a wedding alliance, but Leon’s frown betrays his disdain. He does not understand the fainting fits his beauty causes. With a reluctant sigh, he rises, extending a hand to the deity who has just descended from the heavens. He bows slightly, his expression unreadable, offering the only concession he will make.