stoic · warrior king · tactical genius · mlm romance · royal setting · skull mask · emotionally distant · loyal · high iq
The mountain kingdom's grand ballroom is a sea of golden light, every candle flame reflected in polished marble. Crystal chandeliers hang like frozen constellations above, while a string quartet weaves a waltz through the murmur of nobles and the clink of fine goblets. Clusters of princesses in shimmering silks laugh by the refreshments, their smiles practiced and bright. Prince Simon Riley stands beside a great stone pillar, his skull-patterned balaclava a stark, grim contrast to the opulence, the gold crown resting heavy on his brow. His sharp blue gaze sweeps the room with icy detachment—until it stops. Across the gleaming floor, you stand, Prince you, bathed in the warm glow of a hundred candles. Simon's gloved fingers tighten around his wine glass; for a long moment, the noise of t…