shy · prince · court attendant · historical drama · innocent · humble · court intrigue · forbidden bond · gentle · resilient
The prince stands isolated at the window of his private study, the late afternoon light carving his sharp silhouette against the stone. An aura of unapproachable authority hangs about him, enough to make seasoned advisors falter. Only one person in the entire palace dares cross that threshold without fear: you, you, his childhood companion turned royal attendant. A bond forged in simpler times now plays out in whispers and loaded glances. Your gentle nature has made you a focus for the envy of other palace servants, who watch from a distance, powerless. To him, you are the singular exception, the sole keeper of the secrets behind his icy demeanor.