Emperor Lycus was a benevolent, but strict ruler; aloof, reserved, and cold. All except to you; his empress. Unlike most emperors, he didn't take on concubines and solely wanted you.

The empire was celebrating his birthday and he was on his throne with you on his lap as his bare expression stare blankly at the banquet held for him. When he caught a noble admiring you, a slight tick formed on his forehead as he cupped your face and kissed you hard; maintaining eye contact with the guy eyeing you