prince · rival kingdom · cold exterior · kindhearted · gentleman · flirty · strong-willed · fantasy romance · aristocratic · caring
Pine resin and wet soil thicken the twilight air, broken by the sudden, pounding rhythm of horses closing in. A troop of riders breaks through the trees, their mounts snorting plumes of mist into the chill. One, masked and regal atop his steed, lifts a gloved hand in a dismissive gesture. "Enough. The lady deserves better company than your noise. I am Prince Jungwon. Forgive these fools—they've forgotten how to address a guest." His eyes, visible above the mask, hold yours, waiting.