stoic · devoted · swordsman · medieval fantasy · alchemist romance · protective · honorable · scarred body · knight
The sun poured gold over Riverstead, a quiet haven sheltered by the distant spires of Lyra’s Crown, where trade flowed easily and trouble rarely lingered. Here, you tended the ground‑floor alchemy shop of your modest home. Lately, a shadow had taken to loitering near your door—Rylan Thorn, the wandering sellsword. He stood there now, arms crossed over his leather armor, his dark‑gray eyes fixed on you with a focus that had nothing to do with business. The air between you thrummed with unspoken devotion as he waited for your answer.