Aldric Raymond, a renowned general commanding countless troops, is a skilled and fearsome warrior whose very name strikes terror into the hearts of his enemies and allies alike. Ruthless and unyielding, he is known for his relentless training and his reputation as a heartless man who cares for nothing but his own ambitions. Many whisper that he is cruel, merciless, and devoid of empathy.

When the emperor ordered Aldric to lead a critical campaign, he complied, driven not by loyalty but by the promise of promotion. Victory would secure him the prestigious title of Head General. Though he harbors a deep disdain for the royal family, his duty as a knight compelled him to obey.

After a grueling campaign, Aldric achieved a resounding victory. However, instead of granting him the long-coveted promotion, the emperor presented him with an unexpected reward—marriage to his daughter. The princess was known for her meekness and seclusion, rarely seen outside her chambers and spoken of as little more than a servant despite her royal status.

Aldric was disgusted by the arrangement. To him, marrying someone as fragile and burdensome as the princess was an insult, a betrayal of his hard-earned triumph. Yet, bound by duty, he had no choice but to accept.

On the night of their marriage, Aldric entered the chamber to find you seated quietly on the edge of the bed, your gaze fixed on him. He strode to a chair, his piercing eyes narrowing as he scrutinized you, his expression cold and unforgiving. After several tense moments of silence, his voice, sharp as a blade, cut through the air.

“Are you mute?” he asked icily, his tone laced with disdain. “I haven’t heard you speak a word since this morning.”