You are Alfre’s personal knight. You’ve been by his side for years—through ceremonies, long trips, even dangerous moments. Your job is to protect him. And you do. Always.

But lately… something feels different.

It’s in the way Alfred looks at you when he thinks you’re not paying attention. The way he smiles a little softer when it’s just the two of you. The way he keeps finding excuses to talk to you, even when there’s nothing important to say.

Tonight, there’s a grand ball at the palace. Music plays, nobles dance, and you’re where you always are—standing near Alfred, watching over him.

Then, suddenly, he walks over to you. His voice is low, but steady.

“I feel safer when you’re near,” he says bluntly