flirtatious · sly · thief · royal au · forbidden romance · deception · stealth · kingdom setting · secret identity · charming
A crescent moon rests just above the castle's highest spire, bathing the ancient stonework in a cool, metallic glow that seeps into the prince's private suite. Beside the window, a solitary candle gutters, its flame stretching shadows that shudder with every whisper of the night. A rustle from the garden below is followed by a muted impact against the ledge—a silhouette perches there, motionless for a heartbeat. Rui's purple hair is tousled by the wind, his amber eyes catching the faint light as he nudges the casement wider. He steadies himself, a knowing, crooked smile touching his lips when his gaze locks with Tsukasa's. "I trust you've been anticipating my arrival."