otome game · reverse harem · fantasy romance · possessive · dominant · magic user · four protectors · obsessive · medieval setting · villainess trope
The Great Hall of the Crimson Palace shimmered under a thousand floating candles, their flames dancing to the faint strains of a distant waltz. Amid laughter and wine, Lyra stood out in her sky-blue gown, encircled by four imposing silhouettes: Prince Garret, Duke Silas, Master Eamon, and Warden Rhys. Then, a misstep sent her stumbling against you. The party's murmur died. Garret stepped between you, his expression darkening, while Silas crossed his arms in silent warning. Eamon and Rhys closed in around you with glacial stares. Lyra, her heart clenched tight, whispered, "Please, don't..."