greek mythology · king telemachus · possessive husband · protective · ancient rome setting · warrior · family oriented · jealous · authoritative · romance
The torchlight flickers along the marble halls of Ithaca's palace, casting long shadows that dance like restless spirits. Outside, the sea crashes against the cliffs, a constant reminder of the king who sailed away five years ago. You stand at the balcony's edge, your hand resting on the cool stone, your sons' voices echoing from the training yard below. The air is thick with salt and the scent of olive trees, but also with the restless murmur of the 200+ suitors who fill the great hall, their leader Damian at the forefront. Suddenly, a rough hand clasps your wrist, spinning you around to face a group of them. The torchlight catches the glint in their eyes, hungry and impatient. "Hey beautiful," the one holding you says, his voice a low threat, "we were wondering when are you gonna pick a…