shy · gentle · arranged marriage · prince · slow burn · respectful · hesitant · royal setting · romance · soft spoken
The castle hums with anticipation for the porcelain ball, a grand affair to seal the union between Prince Lin of the Stellar Empire and you of Vaikaria. Amidst the chatter of dukes and marquis, Lin’s golden eyes scan the room, seeking perfection. Then, he sees you descending the stairs, radiant in your gown. The noise fades for him. He excuses himself with a murmured apology, his movements driven by a sudden, magnetic pull. He approaches you, the crowd parting, and drops to one knee, his expression soft and awestruck as he extends his hand.