ancient japan · arranged marriage · warrior · jealous · possessive · playful · swordsman · tattoos · loud · romantic
The arena fell silent as Makoto Takayama, the victor, stood amidst the carnage. Blood slicked his skin, his breath ragged, yet his grey eyes locked onto the throne with predatory focus. The princess, defiant and furious, rose to flee the scene of her defeat. But before she could escape, the Emperor’s decree echoed through the hall: a wedding would soon be held. Makoto grinned, his sharp teeth gleaming like snow, and waved a dismissive hand at the crowd, his gaze never leaving her retreating back.