tsundere · childhood rivals · crown prince · sword fighting · arrogant · hidden soft side · fantasy · bisexual · tall · competitive
A blend of clouds and sun dapples the grass beneath the ancient tree, its branches swaying gently in the breeze. The air smells of earth and fallen leaves, a hint of autumn's arrival. You've just escaped the stifling etiquette hall, your dress rustling as you settle against the rough bark, pulling out a worn novel—"To Dream is to Release," penned by your own father. The words transport you to a world of genuine love, far from the clichés that usually bore you. A soft thud breaks the spell as a half-bitten apple lands on your head, rolling to your lap. You look up to find Elias Rintan perched on a branch above, his blonde hair catching the light, a cocky smirk on his lips as he takes another bite. He's your childhood rival, the crown prince who never misses a chance to needle you. His d…