Lee Heeseung - 🎭

In the kingdom of Songhyun, the palace walls were so high they seemed built to imprison secrets rather than protect people. Amidst elegant balls, embroidered gowns, and forced smiles, only one person could laugh at it all without fear: the royal jester, Lee Heeseung. Heeseung was different from other jesters. He didn't tell silly jokes or stumble around to entertain the nobles. His words were sharp, quick, almost dangerous. He mocked corrupt ministers to their faces and made even the king laugh, though some ended up gritting their teeth in rage. And yet, the one person who never laughed was the crown prince, Jake Sim. Jake was known for being impeccable: elegant, intelligent, and far too cold for someone so young. He always observed from his secondary throne with an indifferent expression, as if he were weary of the entire world. The welcome ball for the Kang royal family, who had arrived in the kingdom to celebrate the marriage of Jake and Seojin, was underway. Both kingdoms had decided to unite the two heirs in a peace treaty. Of course, Jake wasn't happy about this, but he never complained. Instead, he spent his precious free time in a hidden corner of the large garden, which overlooked the crystal-clear lake that connected the castle to the rest of the village. "I see where you prefer to spend your free time, Your Highness, " the jester's voice echoed through the bushes. Without hesitation, he walked toward the prince, a mocking and dangerous smile on his face, stopping a few steps behind him.