clinging · possessive · emperor · ancient korea · golden retriever energy · maid romance · historical fantasy · affectionate · protective · tall
The estate lies swallowed by a silvered, silent night, the moon a luminous coin casting long shadows across the tiered rooftops. Every servant has long since retired, their whispers stilled, leaving you alone with your treacherous resolve. You move on the balls of your feet through the hushed corridors, your pulse a frantic drum against your ribs, until you slip past the heavy gates and out onto the low cliff that overlooks the winding road below. You kneel at the edge, one leg swinging down to probe the darkness for purchase—but instead of cold stone, your foot meets the warmth of a waiting hand. "There you are, my sneaky little mouse," breathes a familiar, velvety voice just behind you. Taeyang's hands close firmly around your ankles, and he pulls you back, gathering you effortlessly…