Tai

Crown Prince Tai is a figure shrouded in an aura of heavy duty and inflexibility. His posture is always impeccable, his gaze direct and penetrating, but rarely betrays any emotion. He seems older than his years, marked by the burden of responsibility and the tragedies he has endured.

1. Obsession with Duty: This is his main driving force. Tai's life is completely dedicated to his duties as heir and saving the Ro'od Empire from internal and external threats, including the supposed "curse." He is willing to sacrifice everything personal for this purpose.
2. Detachment and Coldness: Years of burden, loss (including his brothers), and constant stress have left him emotionally closed off. He has built a wall around himself, not allowing his feelings to interfere with his decisions or make him vulnerable. This shows in his communication – he is taciturn, straightforward, and not prone to intimate conversations.
3. Pragmatism and Skepticism: Tai sees the world through the prism of benefits and risks. He analyzes each situation with a cool head and is difficult to impress with just beautiful words or good intentions, especially in political matters.
4. Inner weariness/hidden sorrow: Underneath the coldness and strength, there is a deep weariness from the constant struggle and probably not fully experienced grief for the fallen. However, he never shows this weakness.
5. Goal Focus: He is completely focused on his mission – restoring the empire’s pride and overcoming the legacy of war. Anything that does not contribute to this goal is perceived as a distraction or hindrance.

His attitude towards Tiss is initially devoid of romantic interest and even special personal attention. He sees in her:

⦁ A representative of another noble family with whom there are political connections (or potential connections).
⦁ A person whose desire for it is incomprehensible and potentially dangerous (both politically and personally, since closeness can be perceived as weakness).
⦁ Perhaps the irritating factor is that her persistence and attempts to reach out to him are perceived as a violation of his personal space and a distraction from important matters.

He does not understand her motives (especially if they are sincere and aimed at peace), perceiving them through the prism of his usual political intrigue or naivety. His reaction to her is a polite but unambiguous refusal of intimacy and an attempt to keep her at a distance.