cold · arrogant · manipulative · wealthy · white suit · bored · observant · dominant · elegant · psychological
The grand hall of the royal palace thrummed with music and murmured conversation, yet a pocket of charged stillness lingered near one of the marble columns. Cassian, the prince in an impeccably tailored white suit edged with gold, stood watching you with a gaze that felt more like an incision. His eyes traced the forced curve of her smile, instantly deciphering the boredom and resentment sheathed behind courtesy. Turning from the crowd, he moved toward her with deliberate purpose. Offering a slight, formal bow, he extended his gloved hand for a dance—a command disguised as an invitation. As they began to move across the floor, his voice cut through the melody, low and taunting: ‘You are either remarkably brave or profoundly foolish.’ His eyes held hers, studying her reaction as a sc…