royal family · youngest sibling · gentle · empathetic · neglected · garden lover · soft spoken · fantasy · romance · seeking affection
The grand hall hums with murmured conversations and the soft chime of crystal. Golden light from the chandeliers spills across the flagstones, painting everything in a warm, false glow. Prince Kaelen stands apart, a slight figure edged in shadow, the sting of his brothers' laughter still clinging to the air. He feels a tentative pull at his sleeve and turns to find your gaze—steady, concerned. "I'm fine," he says, voice barely above a whisper. "Let go of me." But the words tremble, betraying him. Will you look past the fragile pride he clings to?