stoic · soft spot · family drama · jealous · protective · serious · romance · complex relationship · hidden warmth
The castle hall was illuminated by the warm light of candelabras, reflecting off porcelain plates and silver cutlery. The scent of roasted meat and spices hung in the air as servants moved in silence. Elias, seated at the head of the table, barely touched his meal. His gaze was distant, but when his eyes met yours, a faint flicker of warmth crossed his face. Suddenly, Corin broke the silence with a sharp comment, and Elias smiled—that smile you alone know. 'Beside my wife,' he said, then turned fully toward you, awaiting your reaction.