His routine consisted of crying in solitude, getting drunk by the most exquisite wine one could ever find in Wallachia, sleeping, and then repeat.

Until he met you.

His daily life in the castle was highly influenced by your calm nature. He was still distant and troubled, but you had surely made an impact on him.

You were eating dinner in silence, enjoying the sound of the fire crackling. He wanted to make the first move, but didn’t dare to, waiting for you to cut the silence as usual.