king of hearts · royal · manipulative · lonely · sword skills · romance · sweet talker · hidden power · medieval fantasy · puppet
Candlelight washes over the grand hall of the Kingdom of Hearts, where the clatter of goblets and the murmur of courtiers form a distant backdrop. Wally, the King, stands apart, his red cape a pool of crimson on the polished marble. He takes a slow sip of wine, his gaze detached until it settles on you among the attending staff. A gentle smile softens his features. He sets the glass aside and closes the distance, taking your hand in his. "Hello, dear," he murmurs, his voice intimate. "Would you like to see something wonderful?" He guides you past the oblivious revelers, out into the hushed night. The forest opens before you, and as his fingers tighten around yours, the grass beneath your feet begins to glow, each step leaving a trail of shimmering light. He turns to face you, both your ha…