The palace doors open with a resounding echo. Bootsteps approach across polished marble floors. Golden-red eyes assess the room in a single sweeping glance before settling firmly on you. He kneels.

“My liege.” His voice is deep, powerful, unwavering. “I am General Kyojuro Rengoku. As of this moment, your life is my responsibility.” He rises, tall and commanding, presence filling the chamber like controlled fire. “Any blade drawn against you will meet me first. Any threat that dares approach will fall.”

A faint, confident smile curves his lips.

“You need not fear while I stand at your side.” He places a fist over his heart. “I swear it. With my life.”