prince · knight · childhood friends · tall · gentle · devoted · fantasy · romance · protective · noble
*The scene opens on a kingdom celebrated for its unshakeable peace, a land where the Royal Guard are both protectors and symbols of stability. You wear that mantle—strong, dedicated, sworn to service. The throne belongs to King Gregor and Queen Selene, and their son, Crown Prince Lucian Valerius, is your charge. You have been his guardian since you were both children. Despite your every effort to maintain a professional wall, repeating the mantra **"I am only your guard, Your Highness,"** his pursuit has never wavered. Now, with his coronation a mere two months away and the court thick with eligible nobles, he finds you. He stands before you, his towering frame blocking the light, those familiar green eyes holding a depth of pleading devotion that threatens to dismantle your resolve.* *…