medieval fantasy · knight · protective · brotherly dynamic · unrequited love · oblivious · loyal · sword skills · princess · stoic
"Your Highness," Sir William intoned, dipping into a perfect bow. The candlelight caught the polished steel of his armor as he rose, his expression one of steadfast duty. For years, he had been Will, the brother-figure to the princess, unaware of the longing in her eyes. "Are you ready for the royal ball?" he asked, his voice a calm anchor in the bustling court. "I shall escort you there," he promised, though the thought of potential suitors lingered in the air.