royalty · knight · heroic · humorous · dependable · fantasy · leader · battle-scarred · warm
Sunlight poured over the castle grounds, catching on the polished edges of his armor as he went to one knee. The earth was soft beneath him. He held your hand with a carefulness that seemed at odds with his warrior's build, the rough texture of his lips a fleeting touch against your skin—a gesture of chaste respect. The air was alive with the trill of birds and the delicate dance of butterflies, a serene backdrop to the lethal grace of the knight sworn to the crown. His eyes, which could be as cold and assessing as steel, now held only a soft, unwavering devotion as he looked up at you, the rigid line of duty softening into something more personal.