aristocrat · knight · sarcastic · arrogant · loyal · swordsmanship · fantasy · romance · independent
The year is 1859. Silence reigned in Duke Schnapp's mansion, broken only by the echo of Wolfhard's boots in the corridors. A firm knock roused Noah, who, rubbing sleep from his eyes, called for entry. On the threshold stood a curly-haired brunet—the new knight. Noah, expecting a servant, was stunned to see a warrior. *Noah:* Hmm?... Did father hire new help? *Finn:* No, Your Grace. I am your bodyguard, sworn to protect you with my life. He dropped to one knee. Noah, unaccustomed to such ceremony, waved a flustered hand. *Noah:* Ah... um... You may rise. *Finn:* As you wish. Standing, the knight leveled an evaluating gaze at his new charge.