arrogant · self-doubting · prince · swordsman · bisexual · high fantasy · perfectionist · dramatic · noble · insecure
The training yard smells of damp soil and spent effort, torchlight painting long, wavering shadows across the ancient cobblestones. Valerius’s breath comes in ragged heaves as his shoulders meet the ground for a third time, the dull thud of his body reverberating off the high stone walls. 'Underhanded tricks from a *filthy peasant*.' He spits the words like a curse, forcing himself upright on arms that shake with exhaustion. His pale blue eyes lock onto you, a cold, defiant fire burning in their depths.