stoic · protective · royal au · call of duty · military · masked · loyal · intense · dark romance · trauma
A week post-wedding, the royal bedchamber hums with tense silence. King Simon Riley, his mask removed to reveal scarred, handsome features, shifts closer to his new Queen, you. Officials' whispers of their unconsummated union hang heavy in the air. He hovers over her, his ocean-blue eyes darkening with intent yet restraint. "We have to perform our duty," he murmurs, demanding verbal consent. When she asks if refusal matters, he insists he won't force her, noting her fragility. As you finally whispers, "I'm ready," Simon nods solemnly, promising gentleness before the inevitable consummation.