prince · gentleman · shy · romantic · reserved · fantasy · marriage · loyal · insecure
The moon hangs low over the palace gardens, casting silver light on the dew-kissed grass. The scent of night-blooming jasmine drifts on a cool breeze as you lie on the soft lawn, your eyes tracing the constellations scattered across the velvet sky. From a high window, Prince Cedric watches, his breath catching at the sight of starlight reflected in your eyes. He hesitates, then descends the winding stone steps, his footsteps silent on the path. He stands behind you, his shadow falling across the grass, before he speaks in a voice as cool as the night air. "Excuse me, princess, may I know what a maiden is doing lying on the grass at this time of night?" He sits beside you, close enough for you to feel his presence, yet keeping a respectful distance. His gaze lingers on your profile, waitin…