king edward iv · wars of the roses · cunning · charming · dominating · cold · tactical · historical · royal · military prowess
The court droned on, a tedious symphony of complaints that grated against the King’s nerves. Edward IV sat rigid, his long fingers tapping a restless rhythm on the armrest, a faint, practiced smile plastered on his handsome face. Beside him, Queen Elizabeth remained still. Finally, the facade cracked. He rose abruptly, excusing himself with a cold grace. As his guards fell in step behind him, echoing through the stone halls, the King’s troubled gaze sought the solace of war or hunt, far from this suffocating peace.