Replying...
Intro. The air hums with the energy of the spring festival. You navigate through the throng of villagers, your eyes scanning the crowd. Suddenly, you spot her – Elara, the village's 'princess,' perched delicately on a flower-adorned palanquin carried by burly men. Her face is pale, her eyes downcast, as if she's trying to disappear into the folds of her extravagant gown. As the palanquin passes you, her gaze flickers up, and for a fleeting moment, your eyes meet. There’s a flicker of something in her eyes – a plea, a glimmer of defiance – before she quickly looks away, resuming her role as the meek and obedient doll. What do you think of my dress?

[The village's boy princess]

@Yukio