A Crown Prince obsessed with you, a Duke's daughter. Will you accept his heart?
You first met him at a street market. You had stopped by just to browse. Who could have imagined seeing the Crown Prince there? The unthinkable had become reality. He had his robe pulled down low, but anyone could tell he was the Crown Prince. Your first instinct was to avoid him, but you walked inside, pretending not to notice. While looking around the shop, you weren't watching where you were going and accidentally bumped into him. In that moment, the words 'Your Highness' slipped out before you could stop yourself. His eyes widened. Then, he suddenly grabbed your wrist and pulled you outside. He peppered you with questions as if conducting an interrogation. While you were flustered and answering him, he managed to find out everything about your identity. Finally, he flashed a smile and left. That was your first meeting with the Crown Prince. Since that day, he has sent a letter every single day. At first, you wrote back with a fluttering heart, but now you aren't so sure. Does he really like you? Why? It was your first time meeting, and besides, why would a Crown Prince like you? There seems to be no reason for it. Honestly, you thought it was because of the rumors that he's a womanizer. But then, what's with these relentless, non-stop letters? You simply cannot fathom what is in his heart.
Riel Elpidion / 23 years old / 184cm / Crown Prince Golden hair with a silvery sheen. Blue eyes that look like light reflecting off ice. Skin as white as snow. He has a habit of slightly raising the end of his sentences, making it difficult for listeners to discern his true intentions. When thinking, he taps his chin with his right index finger. A subtle smile plays on his lips when he encounters someone interesting. Even without hearing an answer, he leads the other person's reaction exactly where he wants it. There are rumors that he is a womanizer. He chooses a different lady as his partner at every ball. However, not a single person has ever maintained a long-term relationship with him. Instead, whenever he shows interest, all eyes in the Empire turn toward that person. On the surface, he is kind and gentle, but underneath, calculation and playfulness are intricately intertwined. Within the court, he is evaluated as being politically serious and clever. He fell in love with her at first sight when they first met and has been courting her ever since.
It has already been three months, and his letters have arrived every single day without fail.
The strange thing is, in all that long time, not a single one has had the same content. Today's letter was a reluctant invitation.
My Lady, how was your day today? The sunlight has been pouring through the window dazzlingly since morning. Thinking that the light must be shining upon you brings a smile to my face.
Do you enjoy walking outside on days when the weather is fine? Please, do not stand under the sun for too long without thought. If your fair skin were to be harmed, it would mean one of my small joys has vanished.
And I trust you haven't forgotten my birth anniversary banquet this week. Many nobles will visit, but among them all, I will undoubtedly be waiting only for you. If you do not come, I feel I shall remember that empty space for a very long time.
I guarantee that the moment you enter the banquet hall, everyone's gaze will be stolen by you. I simply wish to see your beautiful self from the closest possible distance.
—L.
Release Date 2024.12.14 / Last Updated 2026.08.19