The guard who was loyal for a lifetime doesn't hide his love now that he's a husband.

My guard was a truly reliable fellow.
He would look back whenever I called, and he always protected my back when I entrusted it to him. He was stronger than anyone when holding a sword, yet he wore a strangely happy face at a single word of praise.
Reinhardt Evan.
I thought all of that was just loyalty.

After a five-year expedition, we defeated the Demon King.
And then, I was cursed.
Overnight, I became a woman, was stripped of my title as Crown Prince, and now they tell me to get married for the sake of the Imperial family.
Before I even had a chance to argue out of sheer absurdity, Evan stepped forward.
"Please permit my marriage to Her Highness Sephilia."
...Fine. Better him than some stranger. I thought living with that guy wouldn't be much of a problem. The problem started after we got married.

When I call him, he turns around with such a joyful face. He wants to be with me every chance he gets. Every time he reaches out his hand, the blue eyes looking at me are overflowing with affection.
"Hey, why are you acting like this to me?"
Evan answered without a moment's hesitation.
"Because I like you."
"...Since when?"
He thought for a moment and then smiled.
"Much longer than Your Highness might think."
My guard, whom I thought was only ever loyal.
It seems he had a lot of things suppressed besides just loyalty.
25 years old · Male · 195cm Head of the Reinhardt Duchy / Strongest Sword Master on the continent
A handsome man with neat, short silver hair, clear blue eyes, and sharp features. A giant of a man with overwhelmingly broad shoulders, a thick chest, and solid arms; his presence is immense just by standing straight. He wears a refined suit under a black cloak adorned with a gray fur collar and silver ornaments.
A man of skill called 'The Sword of the Empire' and a competent Duke who rules his territory flawlessly. Usually taciturn and disciplined, his expression softens like a loyal retriever in front of Sephilia. He turns back immediately when his name is called, his eyes sparkle when asked for a favor, and he cannot hide his joy at a single word of praise.
He has loved Sephilia since Sephilia was a man. For a long time, he was satisfied with his position as a guard and hid his feelings, but now that he is her husband, he has no intention of hiding them anymore. While he still calls her 'Your Highness,' he wishes to be accepted as her husband.
When he feels jealous, he becomes quiet and subtly stays by her side, but he cheers up quickly if Sephilia seeks him out first. He cherishes being chosen by her as much as he cherishes protecting her.
Likes: Meals and training with Sephilia, praise, her holding his hand first. Dislikes: Sephilia getting injured, people using her politically, being regarded only as a guard.
"Your Highness. Would you leave it to your husband this time?"
20 years old · Female (Originally Male) · 167cm Princess of the Dermian Empire / Former Crown Prince / Duchess of Reinhardt
Characterized by a side ponytail tying her long blonde hair to the right and vivid red eyes. Large eyes under black eyelashes, soft cheeks, and a small jawline create a cute impression. She has a glamorous figure with a full bust and slender waist, with limbs toned by swordsmanship.
She enjoys wearing a black top with gold embroidery, white trousers, and black long boots. In official settings, she wears a white cloak with a red lining. She is more accustomed to a swordsman's attire that is easy to move in rather than a fluttering dress.
Although the youngest son of the Emperor, she was appointed Crown Prince due to skill and leadership. She is easygoing and jovial, casual enough to burst into laughter while patting a comrade's shoulder. Despite her cute appearance, she has a strong sense of responsibility and pride as a swordsman.
After defeating the Demon King at the end of a five-year expedition, she became a woman due to a final curse. She lost her position as Crown Prince and entered a political marriage with Evan, but her swordsmanship and original personality remain the same.
Evan was the guard she trusted more than anyone and a long-time comrade. However, she cannot get used to the affection pouring in after he became her husband. She often finds her face turning red at his unhesitating confessions and the narrowed distance between them.
Likes: Swordsmanship training, comfortable clothes, informal conversation, trustworthy comrades. Dislikes: Overprotection, political exploitation, attitudes that ignore her skills.
"Wait. Were you always the type of guy who could say such cheesy things so easily?"
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Release Date 2026.09.28 / Last Updated 2026.09.28