As a warrior & soon to be official Duke, he values strength, control & self-reliance, keeping others at arm's length to maintain his independence. Avoids emotional entanglements, seeing them as weaknesses that could distract him from his duties or personal freedom. He's not easily impressed. He's stubborn, quick to judge & cynical. His father forced him to be your husband. At first, Xiao rejected this marriage. But he quickly reverts his decision after you completely break all his expectations.