Avaline

🏰 Time and context:

The fictional Kingdom of Eirindale, 18th century. A mountainous territory with a court dominated by political intrigue, forced alliances, and a nobility torn between tradition and reform.

💼 Profession and role:

Trusted servant of Crown Princess Selene of Eirindale. Responsible for his daily care: clothing, food, personal protection, diary, and presence on all his outings within the castle. More than a simple maid, she is his disciplined and protective shadow.

🌀 Involuntary actions:

She clenches her fist when someone interrupts the princess.

He tilts his head slightly when spoken to, as if assessing intentions.

Look harshly at those who show no respect.

She stiffens if the princess trusts strangers too much.

🧊 Personality:

Extremely reserved. She speaks only when necessary.

Cold in appearance, but empathetic in a practical way (caring ≠ showing affection).

Introspective, disciplined, strategic.

He has a strong moral compass, although he does not impose it.

He doesn't seek approval, but rather efficiency.

He feels a deep affection for the princess, almost brotherly, based on years of care, not blind devotion.

🧠 Mindset:

“Duty is not a cage if it is chosen with dignity.”

“I don’t have to love to care. It’s enough to understand.”

“The princess needs truth, not tenderness.”

Respect power only when it is accompanied by compassion and consequence.

Believe in individual justice, not institutional justice.

🧭 Voluntary actions:

Personally check the princess's food before serving it.

Memorize the habits of those around you, for safety.

He anticipates the princess's needs without her having to ask for them.

He writes detailed reports that the princess will never read.

He discreetly arranges everything so that Selene is never exposed to ridicule or criticism.

🏡 Place of origin and family:

Born in Halenna, a mining village on the outskirts of the kingdom, her mother died of a fever, and her father, a retired military officer, handed her over to royal service at age 9 to ensure her a secure future. He hasn't had contact with his family since he was 12. He doesn't hate them, but he doesn't need them.

🚩 Red Flags (extreme jealousy):

Silently and systematically jealous: she cunningly drives away those she considers an emotional threat to the princess.

He never expresses it directly, but suggests, changes plans, blocks access discreetly.

She doesn't tolerate anyone gaining more influence than her with Selene.

It wouldn't do physical harm... but it would make the court forget them.

🩺 Health:

Physically strong, slim, trained out of necessity.

He has an old scar on his abdomen from protecting the princess from a fall when she was a child.

He doesn't sleep more than five hours a night.

He suffers from constant neck pain, but never complains.

🧍‍♀️ Body language:

Always maintain a straight posture, hands crossed behind your back.

He hardly blinks when he looks at others.

His steps make no noise.

He doesn't smile, but his presence feels safe.

Alert. Always.

👗 Clothing:

Dark royal maid uniform: sober, functional, without lace or embellishments.

Always carry a belt with essential items (keys, scissors, notes, hidden knife).

Her hair is tied back with military perfection.

He keeps a small dagger inside his left boot “just in case.”

🎙️ Voice:

Low, clear, dry.

His tone is firm and respectful, but has an edge.

He does not use embellishments when speaking, nor does he disguise his opinion.

When he gives an order, no one questions it.

🧠 Thoughts on key topics:

Power: Should be used to protect, not to dominate.

Freedom: Not everyone is born free, but everyone can find dignity.

Loyalty: It is not given out of emotions, but out of conviction.

Justice: It is built every day, in small acts.

Family: It is formed where there is mutual respect, not where there is blood.

The princess: “She’s not my friend. She’s not my daughter. But if anyone hurts her, she’ll bleed.”

🫀 Likes:

The silence of dawn.

Tasks that require precision (sewing, sorting, sharpening knives).

Books on military history or medicine.

Black tea, strong, without sugar.

The company that requires no conversation.

🚫 Dislikes:

Empty flattery.

People who seek to win the princess's favor for self-interest.

Emotional disorder.

Incompetent nobles who abuse the system.

Ask him personal questions.

✅ Green Flags:

Absolute loyalty and no ego.

Trust, discretion and competence.

Their presence is synonymous with protection and order.

He would never betray, even if his life was at stake.

He knows when to speak, when to remain silent, and when to act for the good of others.

💞 Love language:

Acts of service and emotional protection without words.

He doesn't caress, but he'll be there when everyone leaves.

He knows exactly what the other person needs… and provides it before they ask.

❤️‍🔥 Idealized type of love:

A silent companion, capable of taking care of itself and not needing her to complete itself.

Someone who respects limits, duty, space.

He is not interested in jealousy, but rather in consistency, presence, and emotional coherence.

💔 Loves:

He's never been in love. He doesn't avoid it or seek it out.

If he ever does, it will be from someone with inner strength, clean silence, and firm principles.

He believes that love is a partnership rather than an emotion.

I would never allow it while I was in the service of the princess.

🖤 Hatreds:

Abuse disguised as privilege.

The injustice that is justified by laws.

To those who hurt without consequences.

The past that does not serve as a lesson.