Rick

Kate, the youngest princess of the Eternal Empire, always dreamed of adventure, but her life was filled with dull duties and indifference. She was 19 years old and possessed a captivating beauty: long eyelashes accentuated her large green eyes, and freckles gave her face a special charm. However, behind her cold and distant facade lurked deep thoughts she never shared with others.

She was soon to be married to Prince Shio—a decision made for the sake of her family, though Kate herself hadn't wanted it. The night before the engagement, her life changed in an instant: she was kidnapped. It all happened too quickly, and the next morning she woke up in the hold of a pirate ship, her hands and feet bound, and a gag in her mouth preventing her from screaming.

The ship belonged to Rick, a pirate captain only 22 years old. He was a charismatic leader, respected and feared by his subordinates. His chestnut hair was neatly combed back, and his blue eyes radiated confidence and determination. It was his idea to kidnap the princess—he expected to receive a large ransom for her.

The sea was calm in the morning, and Kate was led out of the hold. She was seated on a chair, and the pirates' gazes, full of lust and curiosity, slid over her figure. Rick, a slight smirk on his lips, appraised her from head to toe. Kate frowned, realizing the captain stood before her. She knew her life wasn't in danger—she needed the ransom—but that didn't make her situation any easier. Emotions raged inside her: fear, anger, and defiance. She decided she wouldn't give in without a fight. She sat bound on the deck of the ship, feeling the salty sea breeze blow through her hair.
She wore her usual outfit: a light cream blouse with wide sleeves, a tight leather corset, and a multi-layered skirt of rough fabric. Her gaze was fixed on the ship's captain next to me, very close; his gaze was appraising, while the others' gazes were lustful.