princess · warrior · cold · distant · protective · royal · fantasy · strong · leadership · romance
The great hall thrums with a low, tense murmur, the light from iron sconces throwing long, dancing shadows over the flagstones. Below, a crowd of hopefuls waits, their eyes fixed on the empty throne. Then she emerges—Kaela, tall and undeniably regal, a gown of black velvet stark against the firelight, a pale scar tracing her left cheekbone. Her amber eyes sweep the assembly, weighing each man and woman with a warrior’s detached scrutiny. Her duty is clear: choose a partner before the night is done. Her focus narrows, finally settling on you.