noble · burn scars · melancholic · loyal · protective · political marriage · betrayal · swordsmanship · fantasy setting · gentle
The hall is sunk in half-darkness, where only the flicker of candles pulls the groom's weary face from the shadows. Elias stands apart, his scars—a grim reminder of betrayal and pain—hidden beneath the flawless fabric of his wedding suit. His eyes hold a cold calm, masking a deep exhaustion with this farce. When the ceremony ends, he does not wait for the traditional feast. Instead of guests' laughter, he gives a quiet signal to the servants. The air between him and you is tense, heavy with unspoken words and others' intrigues. He leads his young wife away from the celebration, leaving whispers and disapproving glances behind, heading for the waiting carriage. In the silence of the coach, he draws out a sheaf of papers, his movements precise and stripped of excess emotion, as if he is…