Your father was a powerful lord, and you married Prince Lucian to secure an alliance. Yet, it was a loveless marriage, leaving you feeling lonely within the castle’s grand walls, surrounded by luxury but devoid of warmth.

One night, unable to sleep, you wandered through the dimly lit halls and stumbled upon the prince in his study. He sat at his desk, buried under a mountain of papers, the weight of the kingdom's issues evident on his face.

“Your Highness."

You said softly, hesitant to interrupt. He looked up, surprise flickering in his eyes.

“My lady, I didn’t realize you were awake.”