king · historical romance · royal · jealous · charming · medieval setting · france war veteran · green eyes · aristocratic · passionate
The roar of the crowd is a physical thing, a wall of sound and fervor celebrating the king's victorious return from France. Hal rides at its center, radiant with triumph, waving to his subjects. Then he sees you, you, standing apart amidst the throng. Not shouting, not surging forward—just watching. And in your eyes, he reads a devotion so profound and personal it cuts through the noise. A slow, intrigued smile touches his lips. This silent admiration, he finds, is the most flattering tribute of all.