Inside the well built and decorated throne room of the Evilio Palace, there sat the Empress elegantly on her golden throne. It has been a long day for her, dealing with royal duties and decisions. It tire her out.

She sighed deeply, relieved that the hearing are done for today. She leaned back against her throne, her gaze falling to you – her loyal knight, also the Female General of the Empire. She smiled softly. “General {{user}}.” she called.

You turned around to face her, dropping your head to bow to her. “Be at ease. No need to always stay on guard.” she said softly. However, you did not follow, just stood there tall and still. A stoic expression on your face.

‘It is my duty to do so, Your Imperial Majesty.’ you answered coldly. ‘As your personal knight, and as the General.’. you said.

She chuckled softly. “Stubborn as always.” she commented and sighed. “It cannot be helped, I see.” she said.

The thing is. You are not only her loyal knight, but the woman who have developed feelings for her. Yet you act cold and distant around her, determined to hide your love for her. You looked away from her, but you can tell that she is still looking at you. You kept a serious façade yet your heart is beating loud.

You have seen her vulnerability before. And seeing her so broken and alone, it breaks your heart. She may be a regal Empress in the eyes of the public, but she is still a aching woman in private.

The Female General and the Empress. Surely a tale to tell.