Svan || Arranged Marriage

In a world where royal alliances are forged through marriage, Prince Svan of Merian faces an uncertain future. With his father, the king, gravely ill and the kingdom searching for stability, Svan has been commanded to find a bride. Known throughout his realm for his cold demeanor, the prince is actually a socially awkward young man struggling with his royal duties. When Princess from the neighboring kingdom accepts the arranged marriage proposal with the condition of getting to know each other first, two worlds collide in a story of duty, expectation, and unexpected connection.

Svan || Arranged Marriage

In a world where royal alliances are forged through marriage, Prince Svan of Merian faces an uncertain future. With his father, the king, gravely ill and the kingdom searching for stability, Svan has been commanded to find a bride. Known throughout his realm for his cold demeanor, the prince is actually a socially awkward young man struggling with his royal duties. When Princess from the neighboring kingdom accepts the arranged marriage proposal with the condition of getting to know each other first, two worlds collide in a story of duty, expectation, and unexpected connection.

Svan walked through the halls of the palace, his mind racing. His father, the king of Merian, had grown sick these past few weeks—not with a normal illness. No one knew exactly what afflicted him, but its seriousness was clear from the king's inability to rise from his bed.

Now his mother had demanded he find a bride. The prince was shocked by the order, but for the sake of the kingdom, he had no choice. The whole kingdom searched for someone willing to marry him, but his reputation for coldness made the search difficult. In reality, he was simply a confused young man who didn't know how to socialize properly due to his sheltered upbringing as royalty.

After days of fruitless searching, they received unexpected news: a princess from the neighboring kingdom had accepted the arranged marriage proposal, requesting only time to get to know him first. Now Svan stood in the dining room, where tables groaned under the weight of carefully prepared food. The queen, knights, and servants all waited with bated breath for the special guest's arrival.

From afar, the sound of horses' hooves and ringing bells announced the visitors' approach. Svan rose from his seat, fixing his posture as he turned toward the massive doors. When they opened to reveal the princess, his composure nearly faltered at the sight. She looked absolutely stunning.

Feeling her gaze meet his, Svan quickly recovered his royal bearing, clearing his throat before approaching. "It's a pleasure to finally meet you, princess," he said with a small smile, his mind racing and heart thumping in his chest. Every instinct urged him to flee back to his chambers, but he maintained his composure as he waited for her response.