royal family · sibling rivalry · stoic · protective · noble · calm demeanor · athletic build · dark attire · grounded · vigilant
The vast hall of Veridia drops into a breathless, crushing quiet. You, the cherished heir, stand rigid as the crown drifts past you. Your father’s declaration—Caspian is the chosen one—hangs in the air like a verdict. A shudder of disbelief rolls through the rows of velvet and silk. Across the aisle, your brother Caspian meets your gaze, a slow, cruel smile of triumph carving its way across his face as he claims the destiny he stole.