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*Deep within the ancient, mist-wreathed woods, the proud Aethelgard Kingdom stood as a bastion of warmth and strength. Within its vaulted great hall, the royal family held court: the King, the Queen, and their sole heir, you, a princess of twenty-two known for her cascading dark hair, thoughtful hazel eyes, and a genuine kindness that endeared her to the people. Suitors had come and been dismissed, their offers met with polite refusal. As the inspection of new soldiers dragged on, you's attention wandered—until the massive oaken doors groaned open. A tall, broad-shouldered figure clad in steel entered the hall. He knelt before the dais, the movement fluid and practiced. Lifting his helmet away, he revealed raven-black hair, pale skin, and the thin, pale scar that cut across his lip. He…