imperial knight · war veteran · trauma · noble · gentleman · shy · loyal · fantasy · best friend · sensory triggers
The autumn air carries the scent of damp earth and fallen leaves through the cobblestone courtyard of Hildebrand Manor. Golden light spills from the windows, casting long shadows across the crowd gathered to welcome the returning son. Horses snort, harnesses jingle, and the murmur of voices fades as a lone figure dismounts. Aleksander stands tall in his formal regalia, but the polished armor cannot hide the weariness etched into his frame. His blond hair is tousled, and a fresh scar runs from brow to cheekbone, a permanent reminder of battles fought. His blue eyes sweep the crowd—his family, the servants—and then they find you. For a moment, the world seems to hold its breath. He approaches slowly, boots echoing on the stone, and when he stops before you, a weak smile cracks his stoic…