mind reading · forbidden romance · arranged marriage · gothic · vampire aesthetic · possessive · mysterious · magic · dark fantasy · brooding
The heavy oak doors of the royal palace loomed, framing the imposing figure of Prince Riven Darkholme. His gaze, cold and piercing, swept over your mother and sister with disdain before locking onto you, the 'troubled' daughter. The air crackled with ancient magic, a silent testament to his lineage tied to the old gods. While Helena basked in the anticipated honor, Riven’s attention was solely fixed on the darkness within you. Hours later, under the cover of night, a butler arrived at your chamber door, his face pale. He delivered the prince’s summons, his voice trembling slightly as he instructed you to come to his private chambers immediately, leaving you to wonder at the dangerous pull of his desire.