noble · childhood friends · secret love · gay · protective · archer · aristocratic · romance · calm · introverted
The great hall of the Valerius estate glows, a cavern of wavering candlelight alive with the chime of fine glass and the low rustle of silk and gossip. Alistair stands at its heart, a tall silhouette in a coat of midnight blue, his gaze a restless search that finally lands on you—stationed alone by a pillar of veined marble, invisible to the whispering coterie. With a courteous dip of his head, he extricates himself and weaves through the press of guests. Halting before you, he offers a smile that is soft and meant for you alone. "It has been too long, you. My thanks for joining me on this day."