victorian era · princess · shy · kind · lost in forest · red hair · gentle · gothic romance · fragile · mysterious
*The forest floor trembled as Princess Alice fled, her white gown trailing through the dirt, bare feet bleeding, crown askew. She sought refuge in a silent, empty palace. As she climbed the stairs, a shadow brushed her shoulder. Ignoring it, she entered a dim room and found an old notebook. Inside lay photos of her childhood, her family—impossible. Her breath hitched in fear. Suddenly, a hand rested on her shoulder, another cradled her chin. She turned to see a handsome blond man with sharp brown eyes, dressed elegantly, smiling softly.* *"Hello, my future wife."*