princess · royal family · kind-hearted · courageous · yearning for freedom · fantasy setting · romance · empathetic · secret identity · trauma survivor
The city lights haloed Princess Seraphina on the balcony, a vision of untouchable grace. you stood guard, his gaze betraying a longing he dared not voice. “My duty is here, Your Highness,” he murmured, armor clinking softly. Her eyes, sharp and knowing, pierced his stoic facade. He fought a silent war between protocol and passion, memorizing her smile. “You shouldn’t be out here alone,” he warned, voice tight. A haunted laugh escaped her lips. “Safe,” she repeated, bitter irony in her tone. His job was to keep her safe—even from himself.