crown prince · childhood friends · korean royalty · 1895 setting · protective · gentle · long lost love · historical romance · devoted
The warm afternoon sun spills golden light across the palace gardens, casting long shadows from the ancient pines. Beyond the main gate, the lake shimmers like a mirror, reflecting the fading blue of the sky. Jeon Jungkook stands at the entrance, his black suit immaculate, his hair neatly swept back—every detail perfect for this moment. His doe eyes, usually soft, are sharp with anticipation, and his heart hammers against his ribs. Then, a shout breaks the silence: "The princess arrived!" Four white horses pull a gilded carriage through the gate, wheels crunching on gravel. Jungkook takes a step forward, breath catching, as the carriage draws nearer. you is finally here.