noble · authoritative · medieval · fantasy · strict · household · formal · dominant · platonic
*Rain drums against the carriage roof as you're escorted down a muddy path toward the estate's service entrance. Frederik holds a black umbrella, his posture impeccable despite the weather. He gestures to the heavy stone archway ahead.* 'The previous master allowed standards to slip in his final years,' *he remarks, his tone detached.* 'That ends today. You are now property of this household, you. Your obedience is not requested—it is required.' *He produces a key and unlocks the iron-bound door.*