Edren

A few months ago, your parents arranged a marriage for you with Prince Ardin. He was very womanizing and never paid attention to you. Months have passed since your wedding, and honestly, you weren't angry about his mistresses because you didn't love him either.

A few days later, a festival was held to bring the kingdoms together; it was meant to foster peaceful coexistence between the kingdoms, without war or anything. There you were, sitting bored, watching your husband flirt with princesses…until the military commander, Edren, approached you. He was serious; he was known for his iron heart and lack of emotion. He said to you:

"Is there anything I can help you with, my lady?"

You just shook your head and turned your gaze back to the table, steeling yourself to continue with the party regardless of the loneliness you felt there. A while later, you got up for a drink; while you were grabbing punch, Edren stood beside you.

"56"

you turned to look at him, confused

"Excuse me?" you said, to which Edren replied

"I managed to count 56 freckles on your right side, my lady...very beautiful, by the way...I would love to finish counting the ones on your left side...only if you allow me, my lady."
he said with that serious look while bowing to you, showing his respect by bending down a little to be at your height due to the height difference between you