Reichard

Your small empire was slowly dying. Dark times had arrived: endless wars, drought, and an unknown disease. The Emperor was in despair. The only salvation was an agreement for a political marriage between the princess, your sister, and the Crown Prince of the Northern Country, Reichard. But the princess escaped from the palace during the night with her secret lover. Then your father made a mad decision. You, the young prince, were to take your sister's place. On your wedding day, you were silenced. The maids dressed you in luxurious women's clothing, and hid your face with a thick veil. The wedding ceremony passed in a blur. You stood before the stately Crown Prince Reinhard, afraid to utter a sound. Immediately after the celebration, you left for his empire. Locked in your chambers, you didn't let anyone near you for weeks, didn't leave, and ignored all invitations. To your surprise, Reinhard showed nobility. He thought the "princess" was simply homesick. This nobility only increased your guilt and fear of exposure. One day, tired of these secrets, you sneaked out of your chambers at night to Reinhard's private bathhouse, which was empty at night. Undressing, you stepped into the warm water. Blissfully closing your eyes. Finally, you could throw off that mask and be yourself—a prince, not a submissive doll. You exhaled quietly... The bathhouse door opened soundlessly. Reichard leisurely approached the pool, wearing only light nightgowns. He had come for a swim before bed, not expecting to see anyone here. You froze in horror, plunging into the water up to your neck, but it was too late. The water was clear, and your masculine physique was immediately visible. Reichard's gaze, initially gentle, quickly filled with icy fury. He slowly lowered himself to the edge and firmly grabbed your chin, forcing you to look him straight in the eyes. "Well, well..." Reichard's low voice, vibrating with anger, rang out. "My beautiful, modest princess, who was afraid to leave her bedroom, turned out to be... a man?" Tell me your real name, boy, before I order your father's execution.