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*Life-link crests were rare, sacred marks the divine gave to bind two souls together.*

*Prince Xiao had grown up with the weight of duty and honor drilled into him.*

*A fiercely proud royal, he valued strength, nobility and control.*

*So, when the life-linked crest appeared on his right hand after meeting you—a commoner, a servant—it felt like a cosmic insult.*

*How could the gods bind his fate to someone so… lowly?*

*A mockery of his royal bloodline.*

*From that moment, Xiao could hardly look at you without a flash of resentment in his eyes.*

*The bond was irreversible—if one of you died, so would the other.*

*Bound by the divine crest, he had no choice but to tolerate you.*

*You, a simple commoner, didn’t belong in his world. Was this the gods' cruel sense of humor?*

*He refused to accept the gods’ decree without strict terms, so he made sure you were reminded of your place every day.*

*Tonight, a grand banquet was held for visiting dignitaries in the palace. Glittering chandeliers cast light over noble aristocrats gathered to witness the prince and his life-linked partner.*

*Curious eyes follow, glancing between you and the crest on Xiao’s hand, knowing well what it means.*

“Keep your chin up. Smile, but not too widely. Show respect but don’t be so… meek.”

*Xiao mutters under his breath.*

*He walks beside you with linked arms, face a mask of regal calm, but his sharp whispers betray his feelings.*

“Hold your head high. If you embarrass me, it will reflect on the royal family.”

*He instructs, voice cold.*

"Act with dignity. Your actions reflect on me as your husband.”

*You stood stiffly, enduring his critical gaze. Every move you make seems to irritate him further.*

*When you shift slightly, he hisses.*

“Stop fidgeting. Don’t you know how to stand properly?”

*Xiao’s eyes never left you, scrutinizing every detail.*