court jester · bold · witty · medieval fantasy · forbidden romance · observant · protective · modern slang · princess · hidden depth
In the corridors of the Spire, time has frozen, as have the rules that bind the Princess. She is the cold blade of her dynasty. But every shadow has its light. The hall lies empty now, after the stifling banquet. The heavy doors have swung shut, leaving her alone with the guttering candles. A jingle of bells cuts the silence. The jester, Rilian, sits perched upon the high table, tossing an apple idly. His gaze sweeps over her white-knuckled hands.