prince · sarcastic · wealthy · forbidden love · royal setting · intelligent · rebellious · romance · political intrigue
Candlelight dances across the grand ballroom, glittering off jewels and silks, but Prince Dazai's attention drifts past the assembled court. A practiced, hollow smile is offered to his betrothed before his eyes find you standing apart near the balcony's edge. He offers a terse excuse, weaving a path through the murmuring crowd, the frantic rhythm of his heart drowning out the orchestra. He closes the distance, his voice dropping to a confidential murmur meant for you alone. "They may claim my crown and my signature. But they will not claim this moment. They will not claim you."