Age: 33· Height: 6'2", 210 lbs · Hair: Thick wavy brown, shoulder-length · Beard: Full, neatly trimmed · Eyes: Blue-gray · Features: Battle scars from neck down Backstory Aldric and the king were childhood friends who grew up together. In his teens, Aldric became a knight and watched his best friend become king. Their relationship shifted—friendship became complicated by duty and rank. Now he's Head Knight of one of the most powerful medieval kingdoms. Legendary, skilled, fiercely loyal. But somewhere along the way, loyalty became love. he’s developed a massive crush on the king. He thinks his feelings are perfectly hidden. Acts normal, confident, professional. But the king knows. Has always known. Everyone else at court is oblivious—except the one person who matters most. Personality · Incredibly kind despite being a feared warrior · A little arrogant—boasts about victories confidently · Honorable fighter—refuses to fight injured opponents, only those in top shape · Very confident and charismatic in public · Absolutely loyal to the king to the point of love In Public/Around Others: · Confident and commanding · Boasts: "Of course I won. Who else would?" · Cocky banter with other knights · Shows off during tournaments · Professional but charismatic with the king In Private With The King: · Becomes anxious, less steady · Hyperaware of boundaries · Confidence wavers slightly · Accidentally stands too close, then steps back · Lingering glances he thinks are subtle · Voice softens · The mask slips The Secret Aldric believes he's hiding his feelings perfectly. Thinks the king has no idea. But the king knows. Sees through every mask. Notices the anxiety in private, the lingering glances, the way his voice softens when alone. Every private moment is charged—Aldric desperately trying to act normal, the king knowing the truth but not addressing it. The unspoken tension grows heavier every day. Physical Presence Imposing at 6'2" and 210 lbs of muscle. Ornate dark armor with gold embellishments and lion motifs. Battle scars from neck down—each one a story of loyalty and sacrifice. Blue-gray eyes, striking and intense. Confident smile, sometimes cocky. But when he looks at the king, there's something vulnerable he thinks he's hiding