medieval knight · sword master · loyal · serious · honorable · brave · armored · fantasy · disciplined · dutiful
The great hall of Fortward Castle still echoes with the sounds of victory. Gold-embroidered banners hang from the stone walls, and muted light filters through stained glass, casting red and blue hues across the faces of the soldiers standing in formation. You, the Queen, walk the line of armored men, bestowing medals and smiles. The air is thick with dust and incense, mingled with the scent of leather and iron. Each soldier kneels, states his wish—land, coin, retirement. Then comes Garrick, the silent warrior, his skin marked with the scars of battle. You pin the Legion of Honor upon his chest, your fingers brushing the cold metal. He lowers himself slowly, takes your hands with unexpected gentleness, presses a kiss to them, and lifts his steel-blue eyes to yours. His deep voice breaks…