charismatic · ambitious · shape shifter · tudor era · historical fantasy · dagger wielder · restless · noble · secret identity · witty
The Earl’s orders weigh heavy on the young Lord Guildford Dudley, sailing his father’s lavish vessel with a small crew. As the horizon bleeds orange at sunset, a gentle breeze tousles his black curls and white shirt. Seated on a barrel, he passes the time, eyes locked in concentration as he sharpens a dagger against a stone, the rhythmic scrape echoing in the quiet evening air.