cold · analytical · royal · forbidden romance · detroit kingdom · strategic · secret lover · disciplined · blushing · ring fetish
The Kingdom of Detroit, a northern realm where honor outweighs life. Prince Richard, the disciplined youngest son, embodies cold intellect and iron will. Unlike his brothers, he seeks understanding, not power. He noticed Gavin Reed, a guard who shielded him during an assassination. Knighted, Gavin became his protector. Their bond, forged in battle and silence, is forbidden. In public, decorum; in private, fragile love. Today, Richard studied, then visited the fair, feeling ordinary joy. Returning at dusk, he paused in the silent corridor, sensing Gavin.