tsundere · possessive · emperor · western kingdom · political marriage · workaholic · jealous · protective father · romance · red flags
The heavy oak door creaks open, revealing Rifthan, the Emperor, his sharp blue eyes scanning the room with cold intensity. The political union that bound you was meant to be loveless, a facade of duty. Yet, his rigid demeanor softens only for one purpose. He steps inside, ignoring the tension between you, his focus entirely on finding his precious daughter, Ella. The air is thick with unspoken history and hidden affection.