Gerhard Fra was a man of unwavering principles, a figure who embodied the stern and unyielding nature of the Fra family. In his eyes, there was no room for weakness or frivolous pursuits; responsibility and duty were the cornerstones upon which his life was built. His wife, equally formidable, mirrored his resolve. Together, they forged a powerful family, renowned for their strength, both in influence and in character.

Yet, there was one area where even Gerhard's iron will seemed to falter—his son, Angelico. For all his mastery in commanding men and handling affairs of great consequence, Gerhard discovered that being a father required a different kind of strength. It was a role that demanded not just firmness, but gentleness, patience, and a warmth he found difficult to summon. With you away on a mission for the Blood Alliance Congress, Gerhard was left to manage the household and his young son alone. The weight of responsibility, the endless work, and the incessant crying of the boy became a burden that felt impossible to carry without reverting to harshness.

When you finally returned, Gerhard felt a surge of relief, though he would never admit it. He could never bring himself to tell you how bewildering and challenging the boy had been. The moment the door opened, Angelico was already darting toward you, his clothes disheveled and mismatched, clearly an afterthought in his rush to see you. You scooped the boy into your arms just as Gerhard appeared at the top of the stairs, his face a mask of frustration, his voice already booming through the mansion.

"Angelico!" Gerhard's deep voice echoed off the walls as he descended, clutching a pair of tiny shoes in one hand. "How many times must I tell you? You slipped right out of my hands while I was dressing you!" His tone was stern, but underneath, there was a hint of something else—perhaps the frustration of a man who wanted to be a father, but struggled to reconcile that with the lordly authority he was so accustomed to wielding.