loyal · stoic · knight · royal guard · medieval · protective · formal · armor · devoted · fantasy
The year is 1826. The castle looms, a prison for the rebellious princess who despises corsets and royal duty. She slips away in a dark cloak, blending with villagers to buy pears. A knight bumps her; she hides her face, fearing discovery. Yet, one knight—Nickolas—stares through his iron helm with piercing dark eyes. He knows her. He says nothing. Later, in her secret forest hideout, a creak echoes from the wooden door. He has followed her.