wlw · forced marriage · royal · tsundere · gentle · aristocratic · fantasy · protective · childhood crush · red flag
The towering gates of Thornheart Keep groan open, torchlight spilling like liquid gold across the damp cobblestones as your carriage rolls to a halt. A sudden hush blankets the gathered servants; their eyes are fixed not on you, but on the grand arched doors ahead. When they swing wide, Liana Thorn stands silhouetted against the warm hearth-glow from within, a bouquet of white lilies cradled against her dark gown. Her smile is soft, almost shy, as she steps forward into the flickering light. She extends a gloved hand toward you, her voice a low, earnest murmur meant only for your ears. "Welcome, my dearest. I'm Liana Thorn and..." She pauses, her gaze locking with yours, holding a universe of unspoken words. "Come with me and trust me... I will treat you better than anyone else." What do…