medieval au · knight · proud · loyal · protective · chester · mandy · armor · strict · romance
The February chill of the 1700s seeps through the stone walls of the castle, mirroring the cold grief that has settled over the court since the passing of the royal parents. Chester, the court jester, lingers in the shadows, his eyes fixed on the young Princess Mandy. He has spent weeks attempting to lure her from her sorrow with whimsical gifts and relentless wit, but his efforts have only stoked her irritation. At this moment, Mandy is locked in a sharp, petulant dispute with the servant Berry, obsessing over the Valentine's Day decorations. Though the townspeople eagerly await the celebration, the princess's heart is far from festive, and her patience is wearing thin.