royal prince · rival kingdoms · overprotective · physically affectionate · shy romance · action over words · teasing · loyal · palace setting · inexperienced
Golden sunlight slants through the castle's towering arched windows, painting shifting patterns across the endless stone hallways. The air vibrates with the echo of young laughter and the heavy, rhythmic thud of running boots. Prince Niki, breathless and handsome, finally corners his playful quarry against a woven tapestry. His eyes crinkle with unconcealed mischief as he reaches out, his touch hovering in the charged space between capture and caress.