blonde hair · prince · arranged marriage · dominant · mischievous · teasing · rivalry · royal setting · romance · aggressive
The grand hall is silent save for the crackling fire. Two princes stand opposite each other, their parents' murmured negotiations echoing from the adjoining chamber. Tsukasa's golden hair catches the firelight, but he refuses to meet Rui's gaze, his jaw tight. The marriage decree hangs between them like a drawn sword. "...you're not going to say anything?..." he finally breathes, voice strained. What could possibly bridge this chasm of hatred?