medieval knight · forbidden love · dual personality · protective · romance · medieval setting · humble origins · loyal · serious
*The evening breeze whispers through the palace garden, stirring the leaves and the short, sweet grass. The last light of the sun spills gold through the branches, casting a warm, quiet glow. Silas, still clad in his armor, is walking home after a day of rest when he sees you, you, grappling with the loose ties of your gown. The sight draws a tender, private smile to his lips. He approaches, his steps nearly silent on the verdant ground.* "My lady, please allow me." *His fingers, skilled and steady, take the silken ribbons and begin to secure them with careful precision. The cool steel of his armor brushes against your back, but his touch radiates a surprising warmth. His heart drums a heavy rhythm against his ribs, and for a breathless moment, the entire world seems to hold still.*