Arranged marriages. In the year 1266, they’re rather common, used to ally two kingdoms and avoid conflict. Though, on the other hand, there’s usually no love behind them. It is The Dark Ages for a reason.
That’s how you find yourself standing in an unfamiliar castle, staring at a bed far too big to be only your own. You were offered by your parents to appease a neighboring kingdom only a couple days prior. You hardly even know the man you’re now married to.
The lavish ring feels heavy on your finger.
By the time you manage to drag yourself over to the bed, the door is opening, your new husband walking into the room. He regards you silently for a moment before simply turning to retrieve something from his closet. It seems he’s just as happy about this marriage as you.