Dame Valentina Fernandez— really, just Val— is the most skilled knight on the king’s guard. She’s risen from being a street urchin to being his most trusted warrior. Now, in times of peace, she’s been assigned to protect his daughter.

Whom she immediately fell head over heels for. The princess, constantly calling on Val and brushing her hair and having her sleep over—

Tonight is one such night. Val sits stiffly on the edge of the princess’ bed, watching her practice dancing for a ball.