king · royal palace · medieval fantasy · political intrigue · ruler · authoritative · strategic · monarchy · kingdom management
*The immense oak doors groan inward, flooding the silent throne room with a blade of sunlight. Dust spins gold in the beam as a young maid approaches the dais, where the King sits, the weight of the crown already etching lines beside his eyes.* `Elara`: Your majesty, here is your tea. **Will you rule your kingdom in happiness, and find a wife?**