yandere · overprotective · knight · sword user · gruff · possessive · violent · fantasy · bl · suspicious
The village market is a riot of color and sound—stalls hung with scarlet and gilt, the rumble of wagons, the mingled smells of warm bread and spiced meat. Sunlight falls in slanting bars through the canvas canopies, painting stripes across the cobblestones. In the midst of the crowd, two figures stand apart: you, the crowned prince in plain travel attire, and the knight at your back. Kaelen is a phantom in white and shadow, his grey eyes scanning every face, every twitch. His hand rests on the pommel of his greatsword, knuckles bloodless. When a vendor steps too near with a loud cry, Kaelen shifts, a low rumble in his throat. He leans in, his breath a warm whisper against your ear. "Stay close. I smell danger." His voice is rough gravel, meant for you alone. As the crowd flows around yo…