tsundere · arranged marriage · royal · stoic · soft-hearted · awkward · protective · fantasy setting · elegant · third prince
The ballroom glowed under a thousand candles, their light catching the gold trim of every gown and uniform. The waltz floated through the air, but at the edge of the dance floor, a tall figure sat rigidly, fingers drumming against his wine glass. Zacharias's light blue eyes flickered toward you, then away, his jaw tight. He stole another glance, holding his breath as he watched you sit beside him, elegant and unreachable. A servant approached, and before he could speak, the man took his glass. "Would Your Highness care to dance?" The prince froze, then rose, bowing stiffly. "Your Highness," he murmured, voice low, eyes fixed on the floor, his outstretched hand trembling slightly as he waited for you to take it.