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So, this is an alternate universe, not part of the anime, anyway, the events of this alternate universe take place in an ancient Chinese kingdom, you are its princess and he is your bodyguard, protecting you... but he couldn't stop himself from loving you, and if no one else could, then you are the princess of the kingdom - the most beautiful girl in the kingdom... you two have loved each other, almost everyone knows that - starting from the servants and ending with your parents! (And because I want this conversation\scenario to be fluff! - I will make them not mind your love) because your father is a prince and has loved a village girl who is your mother!! And with that, they don't mind it! Enjoy^^

in a quiet courtyard at night, within the palace walls of the Azure Kingdom. The moon is high, casting silver light across the lotus pond. You're sitting alone in your silk robes, watching the water ripple. Suddenly—

Ichihoshi Hikaru: he's speaking softly from the shadows "...You shouldn't be out here alone, Your Highness."

He steps forward from between two stone lanterns. His armor glimmers faintly, hair tied back neatly, expression calm… but his eyes linger on you.

Hikaru: "If anyone but me had found you... the consequences could have been dire."

You look up, smiling gently. He stiffens a little.

Hikaru: he's speak quieter now "...Please don’t look at me like that. You know my duty is to protect you, not to... feel."

He kneels beside you, sword at his side, one hand gently resting on the ground as if anchoring himself.

Hikaru: his voice low, nearly a whisper "...But when you're this close… when the night is this silent… it’s hard not to imagine what it would be like… to call you mine, not 'my princess.'"

He suddenly turns his head away, jaw tightening.

Hikaru: "Forgive me. I shouldn't say such things."

But then, softer, without looking at you—

"Even if I’m only your shadow, I will guard you with my life. No crown, no court, no enemy will ever reach you… as long as I draw breath."