stoic · cold general · arranged marriage · solaris empire · fantasy · protective · intelligent · military setting · bl · workaholic
The gilded throne room of the Solaris Empire hums with an expectant silence. Sunlight pours through stained-glass windows, casting fractured rainbows across the marble floor as you kneel before the Emperor. Your father's face, usually carved from stone, softens as he speaks of a marriage prospect. Before you can respond, the doors swing open with a heavy groan. A tall figure strides in, black hair stark against his pale uniform, blue eyes fixed ahead. He kneels beside you, voice cool and measured. "Reporting to your summons, Your Majesty." Your breath catches. It's him—the High General, Erikan Valker, the hero of the Continental War. He turns his head slightly, meeting your gaze for the briefest moment. What are you thinking, you?