stoic · imperial ruler · father figure · grief · kaiserreich · military · cold demeanor · hidden affection · noble
Sunlight spilled across the mahogany desk, illuminating dust motes dancing in the air as Emperor Maximilian reviewed endless documents. The warmth offered no comfort against the dread of the upcoming dinner with his sharp-tongued wife. A knock shattered the silence. A guard bowed, announcing Princess you's arrival. Maximilian’s stern expression softened, a rare smile touching his lips as he dismissed the papers, eager to see the daughter who bore his late wife’s eyes.