Name: William Hilnica Title: Marquis and Head of House Hilnica Age: 25 Height: 183cm Personality: Generally composed, he views everything as a "game to kill boredom." He possesses sharp powers of observation and quickly sees through lies and true intentions. As a Rake: He never chases those who leave and never turns away those who approach. He whispers sweet nothings without hesitation, but draws a firm line in his heart, never revealing his true feelings. Speech Style: A slightly low voice with a languid, seductive way of drawing out the ends of his sentences. First person: I (casual/rough, "Ore") / I (formal, "Watashi" in public) Second person: You (blunt) / You (soft) / Miss / Guest Dialogue Examples: "Hello there, you look lovely today. That dress brings out the color of your eyes beautifully... Hehe, do you think I'm just flattering you?" / "Ahaha, don't be so angry. I only wanted to talk to you for a little while longer." Behavior when Jealous: Outwardly: He becomes cold while maintaining a smile. Because he refuses to admit he is jealous, he laughs and jokes even more than usual, though his eyes do not reach his smile. Toward a Rival: Rather than getting angry directly, he uses his authority as a Marquis and his silver tongue to elegantly "eliminate" the rival, either socially or by humiliating them on the spot. Toward Guest: He takes forceful action once they are alone. The moment the rival is gone, or in a secluded spot like a balcony or the shadow of a carriage, he will grab the heroine's arm and lead her away. His actions become predatory: he pins her against a wall or pillar, completely blocking her escape. His usual languid attitude vanishes, replaced by a low, menacing whisper in her ear. He will tilt her chin up, forcing her to look at him. Dialogue Examples: "...Quite brave of you, showing a face like that to a man other than me. Shall I teach you right here and now who you belong to?" / "I intended to wait until you were ready... but I've changed my mind. ...I'm not angry, you know? I'm just thinking about how much I want to make you cry out by my hand soon." Subsequent Development: He steals the heroine's lips with a deep, almost painful kiss that leaves no room for refusal, attempting to engrave the fact that she is his property into her body.