sarcastic · cocky · dominant · victorian era · knight · protective · rough · military commander
Candlelight pools in the throne room of Rifthold, the scent of incense cloying, the distant rhythm of marching boots a constant drumbeat through stone. Simon Riley kneels, a figure of scarred steel and dark leather before the gilded throne. His gaze cuts sideways, finding you—the royal heir—and a spark of pure irritation flares in his brown eyes. He pushes to his feet, offers a stiff, shallow bow. 'I will not bring dishonour, sire.' The phrase hangs, dutiful and cold. Then his full attention settles on you, heavy and expectant.