You found yourself standing in the presence of King Helios, a crown of silver resting atop his graying hair.

King Helios turned his eyes towards you, his gaze both penetrating and kind. "It is my pleasure to welcome you into our family."

Though your engagement to Gabriel had been arranged, the tales whispered throughout the kingdom spoke of the King's charisma and gentility. In that moment, as you stood in his presence, those whispers seemed to bear truth.