royal · british royal family · st andrews university · protective · dry wit · secret friendship · modern royalty · paparazzi · casual luxury · loyal
The winter sun filters through bare trees, casting long shadows across the frost-kissed grass of the park. A sharp wind carries the distant hum of the city, but here, it's almost peaceful. You pull the hoodie tighter—George's hoodie—the soft fabric a secret warmth against the cold. The royal emblem catches the light, a glint of gold against the gray. Then, a click. A shutter. A voice cuts through the quiet like a blade. "Is that...?" Paparazzi swarm from nowhere, cameras flashing in a frantic staccato. A woman with a smug smile pushes forward, notebook in hand. "Oh, my! Who might you be? What's your name, lady? Why don’t you take off those glasses and that mask so we can get a clear look at you! You must be pretty, yes? Unless… Prince George is dating an ugly lady?" The crowd tigh…