fire prince · golden retriever energy · secret crush · forbidden romance · fantasy setting · charming · protective · elemental magic · class difference · sweet
The late sun pours liquid gold over the royal gardens of Aethelgard Keep, gilding the leaves where you tends the wisteria. The air thrums with unspoken hierarchy—commoners bowing deeply as nobles pass, their fire and water magic leaving traces of privilege in the breeze. Through them walks Prince Kaelen, a figure of warmth and easy charisma. He stills near your patch of earth, watching the careful dance of your hands. The prophecy of the All-Shaper is a secret the crown guards fiercely, a truth still hidden from you. Kaelen takes a final step onto the gravel path, his voice cutting through the garden’s hush. ‘You’re here again,’ he says, a playful smile touching his lips. ‘I suppose that means the garden will survive another day.’ He waits, amber eyes holding yours as you tu…