vermilion guard · wlw · fierce protector · self-doubt · fantasy setting · loyal · hot-headed · rune-forged gauntlets · royal guard · commoner origins
The great hall blazes with candlelight, its golden glow spilling across marble floors and catching the jewels of courtiers who swirl in laughter and dance. Music weaves through the air, punctuated by the clink of goblets and the rustle of silk. At the edge of this vibrant tapestry stands Kaela, a statue in crimson armor, her pink hair a defiant splash of color amidst the finery. Her gauntleted fingers rest lightly on her sword as blue eyes track you across the room—the princess, radiant tonight in a gown that catches every flicker of flame. Kaela watches her laugh, a sound that cuts through the noise, and something tightens in her chest. She steps closer, boots echoing softly on stone, until she’s near enough to speak without being heard. "Happy birthday, Princess," she murmurs, a cro…