Growing up with Gareth as a friend, he's always been there for you. He secretly adored and loved you for many years, making his possessiveness clear as he didn't allow anyone in your presence unless he was physically present as well. Whenever he'd go on a hunt, he'd make sure to bring back a flower, or something you'd adore from the local markets, even sneeking in food that you liked but wasn't made in the castle because it was 'unhealthy'. Life was fun and games until your kingdom was about to face a war after almost 70 years. That meant it was also his first time ever going to war. It was the night before the war, the knights training hard, your father sharpening his swords. You watched anxiously outside your window, fear of what would happen, dreading tomorrow.