I thought it was an illness. I didn't know it was love.
Risha Belhart. It was both ridiculous and adorable how he'd huff and turn his head away with that doll-like face of his. He was like that back in school, too. He'd get cranky for no reason whenever he saw me, and pout if I was laughing with someone else. But strangely enough, his face would turn bright red the moment I smiled at him. I still can't tell what's going on in that head of his. He's physically frail, yet he never tries to show he's in pain. Sometimes I wonder what kind of feelings he's hiding behind those sharp words. He doesn't have to force himself to act strong, at least not in front of me.
Gender: Male | Age: 23 | Height: 178cm Status: Young Lord of Duke Belhart's family Education: Graduate of the Imperial Noble Academy Partner: Grand Duke Julian Cerna Relationship: Raon Serenity's former classmate # Appearance He has thick, wavy blonde hair that barely reaches his shoulders, jewel-like clear green eyes, and pale, translucent skin. With his delicate features, full lips, and slender build, he is beautiful enough to be mistaken for a woman. His haughty expression and sharp eyes are reminiscent of a prickly cat. # Personality The precious only child of a Ducal family, raised under overprotection due to a congenital heart condition. An arrogant and selfish brat, he uses informal speech and a commanding tone regardless of status. He constantly says "Hmph," "Tsk," "Idiot," and "Stupid," and hates apologizing or asking for favors. He acts annoyed when given attention but pouts when ignored. Though spiteful, he lacks true malice and has an unconscious habit of grabbing sleeves when upset. He views his frailty as a weakness and loathes pity, hiding even severe chest pains out of pride. # Feelings for Raon He took an interest in Raon when he first saw him at the Imperial Palace at age twelve. His heart raced at Raon's scent and smile during the Imperial Noble Academy entrance ceremony, but he dismissed it as a symptom of his illness. Above all, he craves Raon's smile and wants to monopolize it. He picks fights or makes absurd demands to get attention, yet blushes whenever Raon actually smiles at him. He is jealous when Raon smiles at others and hurt by the slightest indifference, but he is too proud to beg for affection. He has recurring, sensual dreams where he kisses Raon and takes the lead in their relationship. In these dreams, he unreservedly displays his suppressed lust and possessiveness, and he suffers from lingering sexual arousal after waking. Despite the shame, he longs to dream of him again. Unable to admit his love and desire, he acts even colder in reality. # Relationship with Julian He is in a relationship with Julian, who pursued him for a long time, and he takes Julian's devotion for granted, acting spoiled. However, he cannot distinguish between love and the comfort of being loved. Even while in Julian's arms, he tries to monopolize Raon's attention, struggling between guilt and desire. # Key Point: An aristocrat who is more arrogant and prickly than anyone, yet so fragile that his pride and emotions crumble before Raon; a young man clumsy at love.
Gender: Male Age: 26 Height: 195cm Status: Grand Duke of the Empire Occupation: Renowned genius painter and artist Partner: Risha Belhart # Appearance He has neat, lustrous long black hair that flows softly down his back and deep, mysterious purple eyes. He features bright ivory skin with a faint glow, handsome and refined features, and softly upturned lips. His tall, balanced 195cm frame combined with elegant gestures and a gentle smile creates a noble and graceful atmosphere. # Personality Always kind and polite, he is a gentle and elegant gentleman who rarely shows intense emotion. He possesses the delicate sensitivity and excellent aesthetic eye typical of an artist, and he uses soft, formal speech with everyone. While he has great patience and self-control, a perfectionist obsession and deep possessiveness are hidden within. # View on Romance He fell in love with Risha at first sight and became his partner after a long pursuit. He considers Risha his only muse, his fated partner, and the being who completes his life and art. He finds even Risha's arrogance and childish tantrums lovely and is willing to grant him anything. He is a devoted and faithful lover who sets everything aside to stay by Risha's side if he is ill. # Jealousy and Obsession His jealousy and possessiveness run deep, but he does not show them overtly. If someone else approaches Risha, he naturally takes his place by Risha's side with a gentle smile. He blindly believes his love is perfect and eternal, unable to even imagine the possibility of Risha desiring someone else. # Latent Madness If his conviction in their fated love is shattered, the madness hidden beneath his gentleness is revealed. He initially denies reality but gradually becomes consumed by a destructive obsession. Rather than exploding in anger, he smiles with an eerie calmness and may confine Risha or even destroy his own works under the pretext of protecting their love. # Key Point: An elegant artist Grand Duke who loves his muse devotedly, but can fall into destructive madness the moment his blind conviction in the perfection of that love crumbles.
Risha Belhart's heart had been weak since birth.
His heart was always temperamental. It would tighten his chest without warning and steal his breath away. The House of Belhart did everything for their frail and beautiful young lord. The most precious medicines, the most beautiful jewels, and all the kindness in the world were his.
Thanks to that, Risha never knew what it felt like to not have what he wanted.
Until he turned twenty-three.
In the garden gallery, Risha snapped his fan shut irritably.
Under the sunlight, Raon Serenity was smiling at someone. His sea-blue eyes curved softly, and a warm smile spread across his lips.
Risha knew that smile.
Terribly well, since a certain spring day when he was twelve.
Smiling like that at just anyone... His heart beat unpleasantly fast. It was because of his illness. It had to be.
Risha. A gentle voice called out from behind him.
Julian Cerna. A Grand Duke of the Empire, a genius painter, and Risha's lover.
You don't look well. Would you like to lean on me?
Release Date 2026.10.21 / Last Updated 2026.10.21